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Scale Model RC Helicopters > Trex 700 and Century Bell 222

wings19
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I'm looking to start my first scale project and am looking at the Century Bell 222 with Trex 700 mechanics... I would really like to get a Bo-105 but Vario is all I can find and I'm not paying $1100 for a fuse.

Anyway, my main question is about fitment. Will the 700 mechanics fit in the 222 fuse? What problems or issues might I run into when fitting this?

As I said, this will be my first scaler so I am unfamiliar with fitting a fuse to mechanics. I have been flying 3D for awhile and want to broaden my horizons a bit with a scale machine.

Nick
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07-02-2009 01:25 PM

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chuck4040
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Saw one of the Century versions fly at our club Fun Fly last week. He had TREX 600e mechanics in it - my guess is that the 700 would be both to tall and long to fit that fuse. I did some quick research as I also liked the looks of that bird. Does not fit my Raptor Titan 50 without modifications. Hope this helps a little.

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07-02-2009 01:48 PM

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Raptorchief
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Location: Kalkaska, MI USA

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Bell 222

Nick, the 60-90 size Bell 222 fuse. is 60" long, 16.5" wide and 10" tall, it does use 690-710 blades, the main problem you would have is the height issue with the mechanic's, what is the height of the mechanic's? maybe you should ask someone who has a fuse what the inside height is of the fuse. This does sound like a cool project though. Good luck Chief

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07-02-2009 03:44 PM

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jack726
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The 600E fits into the 50 size 222, with no problems. If I were to build another, I would use the 60/90 size fuselage with the 600 mechanics. I would use a 700 boom and torque drive. This will probably fit perfectly; if not you can cut the 700 boom to any size you want.
In my opinion, the Century 60/90 fus. are better suited to 50 size mechanics. I built a Sea king for a friend; it has plenty of power for scale, with 600E mechanics.

07-02-2009 04:50 PM

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Rodan
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I've also built a 60 size Century Jet Ranger with 600E mechs and 700 boom and TT. It's a great combination, just make sure you get the correct kV motor and gearing for the headspeed you want to run.

07-02-2009 08:06 PM

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wings19
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Good idea to use the 600E mechanics... Cheaper too!

Does the 222 use the mechanics tail boom then or is it a wire drive?

Nick
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07-03-2009 01:22 AM

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payne1967
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you use what ever tail drive you wish that will work with the mechanics
i don't know about the later 222 60/90 size shell but my older one is quite small for a 60 size model, as it isn't very wide or tall to fit the mechanics
i've got a morley f1-69 in it and i have no room around the mechanics
from what i remember from my 700 it may be to tall for the body
and do you realy want to keep pulling the 700 mechanics out when a main gear fails?
i would look at the vario skyfox or the graupner uni-mechanics for the 222
or go for a 50 size with a raptor or 600 in it

07-03-2009 01:31 AM

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wings19
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I am leaning toward the 600E in there. I didn't realize that would fit but I like that idea and the price better. The only thing is charging the batteries. I doesn't look easy to take a lipo in and out of there.

BTW, I have a 700 that I have been beating on (3D) for about 4 gallons now with a mod 1 main gear and gforce clutch block and the gear is still perfect.

Nick
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07-03-2009 01:34 AM

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payne1967
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my first gear lasted ages on the 700
i then started having problems
i fitted the 4 axis ali clutch block, modified for adjustable mesh and a third mainshaft bearing but still with the std main gear as the mod 1 hadn't come out, after many main gears going the last straw was 2 in a weekend, the second went on its second flight
i sold the 700 and bought a d3
for scale you need a reliable mechanics
as for fitting the lipo's in a hughes 500 is easier as it has more room
with the 600e i still would go with the 50 size body

07-03-2009 01:41 AM

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wings19
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Definitely don't want a Hughes 500, everyone and their brother has one... And I want a bigger model than a 50 size...

The fuse in question is the Century Bell 222 60 size... Unless you can find me a Bo-105, that is what I want.

Nick
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07-03-2009 01:54 AM

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DBlum
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wings, I have done the 60 size 222 with a stretched 600e and it works just fine. Getting the lipo in and out isn't a big deal either. I did have to make a few wood formers to mount the mechanics to but it wasn't anything major. If you decide to go that route I can get you pics of the woodwork, boom length, etc.

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07-03-2009 02:03 AM

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jack726
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On the 50 size , I installed the front windshield with magnets. I used the miniature governor sensor magnets. They are strong but a little pricy. I recessed the magnets so you would swear that the windshield was glued in. You could pop it out in a second and slide the battery in with no problem.

07-03-2009 03:40 AM

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wings19
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Nice idea Jack, any pics?

Nick
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07-03-2009 03:46 AM

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i am pondering the idea of an electric t-rex 600 in a century 50 size airwolf, sounds like a few of you have done this heli, with the 222, any advice for me? what kind of wood formers did you have to make?

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07-04-2009 11:55 PM

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