Cheapest Trex 450 clone helicopter build / setup #2

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  • Опубликовано: 28 янв 2025

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  • @coccoborg
    @coccoborg 10 лет назад

    I'm writing this comment to thank you, in the past few months I have been (very slowly) building my own hely (a tarot 450 pro v2 flybarless clone) and have learnt a lot, made a few mistakes and had a lot of fun; this series was the one thing that helped me convince myself I could build a hely myself. Tonight I successfully hovered the bird in my garage for the very first time, just a few seconds, but that was still a giant leap!
    Your videos are great and extremely helpful! Thanks man!

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  15 лет назад

    Thanks for the rating. I'm glad I could help inspire you to try helis, they are really fun!

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  15 лет назад

    Thanks! I'm having lots of fun doing this! And I really appreciate those kind words.

  • @GarretB123
    @GarretB123 15 лет назад

    Just learning to fly planes (electric) with the help of LipoPilot. I bought it from RCGroups without receiver and servos for $135. LipoPilot tweeted your videos and got me interested in building a helicopter. Great Job. Looking forward to the rest of the build. The puppet ROCKS!

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  15 лет назад

    Zeb, thanks for the compliments. Your are going to make my head get big =). How heavy is that battery? Yeah I'm sure I'll get into the maintenance in the future. Aside from crashes thought it's actually a pretty maintenance free heli. Just make sure to check all the screws for tightness after every couple flights.

  • @bassman2914
    @bassman2914 13 лет назад

    It's soo convenient that all your packages came at the same time. I wish mail worked that way.

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  15 лет назад

    THANKS for the rating and checking out my videos. No worries, you already got everything you need. There is no tail motor since the tail rotor is driven by a belt off of the main motor / gear. It's much better than a helicopter with a tail motor. Since you are new I would definitely recommend buying a set of training gear.

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  15 лет назад

    Your ESC will work just fine. But be sure to have the bind plug in the "BAT" port in the RX too.

  • @LTF85199
    @LTF85199 15 лет назад

    Thank you I was long looking for a good tutorial build video like thing one, your effort is greatly appreciated!

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  15 лет назад

    Yes I agree. I'm still looking for another supplier for these. They are nice HH gyros.

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  15 лет назад

    Hi, glad you like the videos! If you are mastering the lama you will really appreciate a helicopter like the EXI or almost any Trex 450 clone for that matter. DO this as part of your research. Go to a couple of your local hobby shops and see if they carry many parts for the Belt......especially compared to spare parts for the T-rex 450. That might help you decide =).

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  11 лет назад

    I would highly recommend getting into multirotors(quads) to do FPV for VTOL RC aircraft. Much easier to fly regular and FPV and much less dangerous.

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  15 лет назад

    You can use analog or digital servos. Just make sure you have the switch flipped the right way on your gyro.

  • @Cruezz
    @Cruezz 14 лет назад

    You got me hooked... ordered one today.... We will see how it goes.

  • @contem35
    @contem35 14 лет назад

    I just started this hobby and your videos helped a lot, tks and congrats on the videos.

  • @magnusvr
    @magnusvr 15 лет назад

    Thanks for making these films! I was going to get a Belt CPv2, but now I'm going to have to think real hard. I am mastering the Lama V3 andhave the urge to develop, but on a budget. Looking forward to the next film in the series!

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  15 лет назад

    Hi Ankit,
    Yes you can start by putting the servos in, though make sure that the way you put them in allows for the servo horn to ba attached and then the swash plate push rods to be completely vertical when they attach to the servo horn. Sorry it's taken me so long to do more videos on the helicopter.....I was on vacation =). But I'm back and making more videos now!

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  15 лет назад

    There is a good chance the electronics from the Belt would work on the EXI. My main concern is that the servo control horns from the Belt might be hard to mound the metal balls for the ball links on. Unfortunately since the swash plate is 180 degrees different than the EXI....even with servo reversing on the Esky TX I don't think it would work. So the motor(and motor pinion), ESC, battery, servos, will probably work. The transmitter, receiver will probably need to be upgraded.

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  15 лет назад

    Hi Dragon69fly. Yes you got it right. The "C" rating does refer to the battery's ability to quicky let go of it's energy. Generally the higher "C" batteries will be more expensive and also a little heavier when comparing between two batteries of the same voltage and capacity. For the 450 size helicopter a 20C is plenty especially if you aren't going to be doing 3D tricks and aggressive flying.

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  15 лет назад

    O man, you are getting ahead of me. =) I should hopefully be getting to this step be early next week. And hopefully by that time I can send you the config file for the transmitter too.

  • @gary4sophiec
    @gary4sophiec 15 лет назад

    Thanks mikey will the videos be the same setting it up with the alloy bits?? i know it will be diffrent but in the basic still be the same?

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  15 лет назад

    Thanks! Glad you like it.

  • @GarretB123
    @GarretB123 15 лет назад

    Great videos! Would my DX7 radio be sufficient to fly the helicopter?

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  11 лет назад

    Just the cheapie 9 gram HXT servos are fine on the cyclic. Might want to get a little nicer one on the tail.

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  15 лет назад

    O heck yeah! DX7 is an awesome transmitter. What are you flying currently with it?

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  15 лет назад

    Yes, then are bigger and more precise flying machines. I use to have a HBK2. It was a good stepping stone but not something to fly on forever.

  • @eskybeltcpflyer
    @eskybeltcpflyer 15 лет назад

    Thanks for the reply, about the servo reversing I could always buy a servo reverser for any servo's that go the wrong direction, I already had to buy one for the hitec servo on the elevator to get it to go in the right direction, and they work great. I could also just buy new servo arms that would fit better, or use some of the spare servo arms that come with a new servo. I have heard I should use an 11t pinion for the exi, What do you use? Thanks for the help!

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  15 лет назад

    I've never flown the belt but I have looked at many pictures of it. It is a stronger slightly bigger helicopter than the HoneyBee King 2 so it would fly less like a toy but I'd still go with the EXI. You might want to do a little internet searching because there are many suppliers in China that have Trex 450 clones like the EXI. Is shipping any cheaper from China to Sweden?

  • @kingoftheput
    @kingoftheput 14 лет назад

    Hello
    I have one question. I want to star building one model like this one,but I am interested which model of T-REX 450 is better. One whit belt driven tail rotor,or one whit shaft driven. Could you tell me + and - for both of them. Thank you. You are the best.

  • @12345678903154
    @12345678903154 10 лет назад +3

    Hi Mike,
    I have noticed your store and forum is down.
    I have a request (and i know it is a big one)
    Could you please do a list update of parts for todays market, as I am sure there is a huge change in parts available from 2009 to 2014.
    I have watched the complete series and would like to do a build based on this video series but with newer parts.
    If you could update the list I am sure there will be many people new to the hobby taking full advantage of your knowledge and skill.
    A set of links would be even better.
    Kind Regards,
    Very keen Follower.

  • @joaoolx
    @joaoolx 15 лет назад

    Hi Mikey,
    I've ordered the same radio transmitter/receiver, but the seller didn't have extra receivers for it. Do you know if there are receivers compatible with it?
    (any 2.6 Ghz receiver would be compatible or it must be from the same brand?)
    These videos really inspire me. Can't wait to get my orders so I start building the models.
    Cheers,

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  15 лет назад

    You're welcome. GLad I could help.

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  15 лет назад

    The assembly part only applies to the Trex clones. The throttle and pitch curves will apply to other 450 helicopters. The motor , ESC, servos and battery should all work on other 450's but no guarantee there.

  • @kingoftheput
    @kingoftheput 14 лет назад

    Greatings from Bosnia. Great videos. I have one question. Could you give me ansver on it. Will model like that be capable of 3D flight?

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  15 лет назад

    O yeah forgot to answer the gyro question. I think most newer head lock gyros should be able to be adjusted on the gyro with out the transmitter. Just make sure that little extra wire is NOT connected to your receiver....then all your adjustment should be on the gyros gain screw. The gyro on your BeltCP should work like this and also Telebee Head Lock & Standard Gyro found on the HobbyCity website should do it. It's only $34 too! =)

  • @Jack72961
    @Jack72961 13 лет назад

    @MikeysRC oh right thanks does it matter if you use a 7.4 n but a different mah

  • @chrisrobinson4970
    @chrisrobinson4970 12 лет назад

    hey i realy like helicopters.i own 2 of my own.what heli do you recomend i should fly

  • @12860682321
    @12860682321 14 лет назад

    @MikeysRC I'm using a 3500 kv 450/500 heli motor which is 100 watts more then a normal 450 motor. my only worry is that the battery I'm using is going to puff up because the motor recommends a 50 amp speed control. If not then can you tell me were the throttle position should be to get 40 amps.

  • @kingoftheput
    @kingoftheput 14 лет назад

    One more question: could you use remote control like that as a remote for flight simulator? Best regards

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  15 лет назад

    Looks like it might work. But I have never used it so I don't know. There are so many gyros out there these days.

  • @RBXXXX
    @RBXXXX 15 лет назад

    intro funny as hell, your the best very informative and entertaining.

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  15 лет назад

    LOL....you are right. No, you heard me right. When I looked at the sticker on the battery I just thought the "F" was a cool looking flame.......LOL...Yeah I should have said Flightmax. Thanks for the catch =). I hear the Mini Titan is a real smooth helicopter.

  • @snakev10v5
    @snakev10v5 14 лет назад

    I'm using much the same stuff as in here (so I have been told by you lol) I really don't know what I am doing tbh but I think your vidios are helping me out loads thank you my friend :)

  • @Nicolasr1
    @Nicolasr1 15 лет назад

    wish i saw this last year when i spent probley 1100$ on my heli and its not flying cuzz i spent all my money but for next time ill know and for replacement servos!
    thanks man

  • @boloSlush
    @boloSlush 13 лет назад

    Hey im living in Jamaica and i got myself a 3.5 channel co-axial heli last Christmas and i am thinking about upgrading to this EXI 450 SE(same as above) or a 500 size heli but i wanna use the Fly Sky th9x 2.4GHz 9channel Radio. THIS COMBO is just under $200 which is in my budget for a 3D heli. It will be my first time building a heli from a kit. would you recomend this for me as a beginner to 6 channel...? if no which is the CHEAPEST 6 channel KIT you recomend?

  • @Thinkflite
    @Thinkflite 15 лет назад

    thanks man this will help a bunch iv been flying rc planes for about 6 years im 15 and started my first trainer when i was ninw and was always wnating to get into rc helis but never did i tink im gunna thanks man 5*

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  15 лет назад

    Hi Gary,
    I would go for the 400070205819. well worth the extra money. Too bad you have to assemble the whole thing though.

  • @Nikolas196711
    @Nikolas196711 13 лет назад

    @MikeysRC whats the best and battery for the 9101 to give me the most flight time and if ya can do a vid on how to install that battery

  • @TurboDally
    @TurboDally 15 лет назад

    lol do i have to mention that i have the airwolf theme playing in my head for days until i get the heli delivered :D

  • @12860682321
    @12860682321 14 лет назад

    @MikeysRC I'm using a 3500 kv 450/500 heli motor with 600 watt motor more 100 more then the normal 450 motor. and I want to know if the battery is going to be all right because the motor recommends to have a 50 amp speed control. If not then can you tell me were the throttle is going to be to to match 40 amps because I don't want to puff up the battery.

  • @Mcrichalot12
    @Mcrichalot12 14 лет назад

    When will tour store be open again?

  • @Dragon69FlyTeam
    @Dragon69FlyTeam 15 лет назад

    hey mikey i love youre vids,
    im starting to 450 size to now.
    i have a question about battery's
    it's about the c number.
    is a 20c bether or a 30 c.
    where does it stand for? unloading speed-resistance.
    sorry for my bad englis im from holland.
    am i right that how higher the c number gives the most power per sec?
    thanks so far,
    Zeb

  • @joshpps3
    @joshpps3 14 лет назад

    I have the kit and am getting ready to buy the batteries and charger from Hobbycity/Hobbyking. Do you have one on their website that you recommend?

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  15 лет назад

    You might have about 1 minuet less flight time on average. But that's just a guess. My bigger concern is that with a lighter battery it might be harder to make the helicopter balance properly, it might be tail heavy. Can you send my the link to the battery you got? You can try to post it here but sometimes RUclips doesn't like posting links in the comments section....so you can send me a privat message if you want to.

  • @Wade______
    @Wade______ 15 лет назад

    when describing gyros, does "Head holding" mean the same as "Head locking" ?

  • @forceme2fly
    @forceme2fly 10 лет назад

    Mike. I had one of those esky motors and couldn't find a pinion gear to fit the shaft. for some reason it was a much smaller diameter. I was looking for a 13 tooth. Why would you use an 11 tooth when 13 is the standard for the 450?

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  15 лет назад

    @luki01111 yes it will fly with that....a little bit heavier than is necessary. But you should have at least a 40 amp ESC.

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  15 лет назад

    Yeah good idea. Might not get to it for a while though.

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  15 лет назад

    Yes please send me a link. I'll take a look. And thanks for helping to try and make it even cheaper =).

  • @joeredding44
    @joeredding44 15 лет назад

    Love your videos , Keep them coming!!!!!

  • @GarretB123
    @GarretB123 15 лет назад

    Hey Mikey! I'm having trouble acquiring the Transmitter PDF manual. It seems that helipro-rc is a SPAM type site. Is there another location where I can get the PDF?

  • @gregory1138
    @gregory1138 15 лет назад

    Is this gyro: "Detrum GY48V HH Headklock Professional RC Helicopter Gyro" be an acceptable replacemen for the one you specify? im on a really tight budget. this one is cheaper than the one you specify. just curious.

  • @yumaokamoto
    @yumaokamoto 15 лет назад

    The Telebee head locking gyro that you have in the video is now lowered to 24.79 now on Hobbycity :)

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  15 лет назад

    Yes, a little =). Well if you are a patient person you will be OK. And if you watch my "Learn How To FLy RC Helicopter" video series you will also get a big leg up on the learning curve. Also make sure to ge ta set of training gear for the helicopter. This will really reduce the chance of breaking blades. Let me know if you need more help.

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  13 лет назад

    @xToXiicxT3RRoRx Yes. But you can use a slightly larger / bigger mah. mah is just how big the battery is = how long the heli will run = heavier battery

  • @eskybeltcpflyer
    @eskybeltcpflyer 15 лет назад

    Hey Mikey, I currently fly an esky belt cp with most everything stock, except for one hitec hs 55 servo on elevator, a better esc, and a hitec hs 56hb on the tail. I was wondering if it would be possible to buy this clone of the Trex, and transfer all my electronics from the belt cp to the EXI. Also would it be possible to setup my heli with the stock radio from the belt cp? Also do you know of any headlock gyros that have the gain on the gyro, so you dont have to adjust it from the transmitter?

  • @heliman85
    @heliman85 15 лет назад

    LMAO! that puppet is ACE! nice job man!

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  14 лет назад

    @shangsandy87 Knight head.......I think that's the proper term.....they support the tail boom.

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  15 лет назад

    Thanks for the comment, Glad you like the video, I like to make people laugh.

  • @johngalt3266
    @johngalt3266 12 лет назад

    This is a question for the puppet. Checking out the sites you've mentioned for the X-mitter. Xheli.com lists the hardware that comes with the SkyFly setup. It does not mention the software as part of the package. No go with that on the other sites mentioned. Any ideas where to get the software?

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  13 лет назад

    @xToXiicxT3RRoRx Just that.....one os 11.1 and the other is 7.4. One has more volts. More volts = spins motor faster. BUT your ESC might not be built to handel 11.1 volts.

  • @MonarchGuy974
    @MonarchGuy974 15 лет назад

    does the heli spin left when you punch the throttle?

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  15 лет назад

    Yeah, great way to start.

  • @demon6xx
    @demon6xx 14 лет назад

    Is hobbycity and hobbyking the same website?
    If so why would they have different names for the same online store?

  • @yumaokamoto
    @yumaokamoto 14 лет назад

    Hey, I got a question. When I put my throttle stick about halfway up, the tail servo reacts and pitches the tail rotor so much that its almost close to maxing out. so I can't really turn the rudder to the right. at full throttle the entire piece is maxed so I can only turn the tail to the left.. Is that supposed do that? And it seems centered alright as well. I don't know how to remedy this. Thanks

  • @Jack72961
    @Jack72961 13 лет назад

    here mikey what happens if your helicopter uses a 7.4 v and you put a 11.1 v in it??

  • @12860682321
    @12860682321 14 лет назад

    Hey Will this is the same as the last one because I ran out of room, but can you do a review on the Turnigy 9x 9ch 2.4ghz radio from hobbyking. I heard that this is a popular radio because of it price 60 DOLLARS for a 9ch radio, and I want to know if there right ( it not really 9ch but 8ch on ccpm) (ie 2.4ghz). The quailty is nice not as good as the dx6i.

  • @jjleadley
    @jjleadley 11 лет назад

    hey buddy what servos would you rec??

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  14 лет назад

    @Twisterr1000 I don't know exactly what you ordered bu usually the canopy comes in the same box.

  • @magnusvr
    @magnusvr 15 лет назад

    Our local hobby shops sux. :) I'd be lucky if they had any part for any helicopter in. I count them out and aim for webshops straigt away.
    That said, would you go for a Belt or the Exi? Living in Sweden, shipping adds up when ordering from the US. You mention that the Honey Bee's feel lika toys, do you think that applies to the Belt v2? I can get one for about $290 with shipping. Building would be fun though.

  • @RoboTekno
    @RoboTekno 15 лет назад

    now a 300$ RTF trex 600 clone would be just orgasmic! :D

  • @BruceMan77777
    @BruceMan77777 14 лет назад

    I cant see where to add the 450 helicopter frame with CNC Metal rotor head and tail to the cart
    ?
    -Bruce-

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  15 лет назад

    I think you still need to get more helicopters! =)

  • @Jack72961
    @Jack72961 13 лет назад

    @MikeysRC so then whats the difference in volts

  • @Balatong5845
    @Balatong5845 12 лет назад

    you should do your reviews outside or somewhere with better lighting

  • @kanito107
    @kanito107 15 лет назад

    im scared to get a gyro thats not analog because the servos are analog right

  • @damiendayx
    @damiendayx 15 лет назад

    i am also going to build me the same one, under your instructions cool man.

  • @JoshTucker26
    @JoshTucker26 12 лет назад

    I decided on the DX6I I know more expensive but they threw in a free EDF jet and the price of 2 Tx was more than the DC6I

  • @luki01111
    @luki01111 15 лет назад

    I have question about battery i had 20c 11.1v 2200mah can i put 30c 2800mah 11.1v into my heli ? esc 30a.

  • @douhnutz
    @douhnutz 14 лет назад

    How much would you sell one of these builds prebuilt?

  • @turboninjastix
    @turboninjastix 11 лет назад

    Doritos, beer, and Airwolf. It's a muppet's life for me ! Very creative, Mikey. And it takes skill to unlock a deadbolt with a muppet hand ! Also, what is your opinion on thr Black Angel cheapie clone ?

  • @Giffesnaffesnuffen
    @Giffesnaffesnuffen 15 лет назад

    Haha.. the puppet is so awesome!

  • @MomentumForgeDesign
    @MomentumForgeDesign 15 лет назад

    can i olso get the motor end esc that comes as an option with the kit

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  15 лет назад

    Yes the setup basics are the same.

  • @MetalMania666Pantera
    @MetalMania666Pantera 13 лет назад

    Hey could you update the video? It seems as though some of this stuff isn't as available/harder to find.

  • @kanito107
    @kanito107 15 лет назад

    are the servos micro?

  • @MikeysRC
    @MikeysRC  14 лет назад

    @thishleo Never used one but I'm pretty sure it will.

  • @danjel357
    @danjel357 15 лет назад

    Cool Vid. Mikeys!

  • @mrcoolman68
    @mrcoolman68 14 лет назад

    the EXI 450 v2 was on was on sale so i paid 30$ for it the best deal for me

  • @12860682321
    @12860682321 14 лет назад

    Hey Will I building my own t rex 450 and I want to know if these electronic will work.
    HK-450 CCPM 3D Helicopter Barebone kit
    HK450 size Pinion Gear 3.17mm/13T
    401B AVCS Digital Head Lock Gyro
    Fiberglass Main Blade 325mm
    Fiberglass Canopy for Trex-450
    HXT900 9g / 1.6kg / .12sec Micro Servo
    Hobbyking SS Heli Series 50-65A ESC
    Turnigy 2200mAh 3S 20C Lipo Pack
    and a Turnigy 9x 9ch 2.4 ghz radio.
    Total cost 170 dollars w shipping.