HammerTime
Heliman
Location: Las Vegas, NV
My Posts This: Topic Forum | Due to some providential financial transactions this month, I am going to build a second Raptor. It will eventually be a .50, but will start life as a .30, as I already have the extra engine, Weston pipe, etc. (Unless someone knows where I can get a screaming deal on a .50 kit with motor and pipe!)
A couple of questions...
I use a Futaba GY 240 on Rap #1, and really like it. No muss, no fuss, hooked it up and flew it. I like the positive comments on the GY 401/9253 combo. Is this gyro going to be the best bargain around for a while? Or is there a 402 in the works? I can't see getting much more high-tech, like a 502 etc for now. Your recommendations appreciated.
As for upgrades to the Raptor... I have flown mine basically stock, and it is fine. No problems with clutch, tail hub hasn't exploded, etc. Anything I may want to put on #2, that is a REAL improvement, and not just eye-candy? I do have a Weston pipe for the new one if it gets a .36, so had planned on a frame brace, probably the NHP with cooling shroud extension. When this thing grows up into a .50, I am a little more concerned about the rotor head and blade situation. Is there a metal rotor head and main blade grip available for the .30? I believe a metal swash and washout with a metal head and grips would be pretty tight. Or am I just gilding the lily?
Thanks, guys and gals,
Tim |
