I found this video very helpful and helped me build my first few 400s. Always found building RC heli's and cars satisfying. The tough part for a newbie is setting up the FBL, which was overwhelming at first.
Thank you for posting this very informative video. I want to add a few comments. 1) Motor and ESC connectors. I tend not to use the connectors included with brand new motors. I prefer to “standardize” the motor and ESC connectors to one brand and model connector. This gives me the ability to mix and match motors and ESCs in the future without having to remove and reinstall connectors. I use 4mm connectors on ≤420 size helis, 5.5mm connectors on 500 to 600 size helis, and 6.5mm connectors on ≥700 size helis. 2) Solder. Make sure to use electronic-safe rosin core solder, not acid core solder generally used for plumbing. 60/40 (60% tin/40% lead) solder is very common, but consider eutectic 63/37 as it is more forgiving than 60/40 in offering a lower chance of ending up with a dreaded “cold solder joint”. 3) ESC Programming module or USB interface. Many newer ESCs can be mostly (but not completely) programmed right from the newer radios without an external programming module (USB interface, programming box, etc.), but you generally need the USB interface for firmware updates and to access some parameters not available via the radio. 4) Programmable servos. Not all programmable servos are created equal. Some programmable servos let you adjust only the center pulse (1520µs vs 760µs). Other programmable servos let you adjust many other variables as well.
Wow this is awsome, Helidirect coming in clutch, when I asked for a build video they're actually going to deliver. Actually a super soild company.
We’ve got lots of build videos on the channel with more on the way!
Great content, no doubt.
Solid Video. This will be the one I recommend to anyone interested in getting into helicopters. Bravo Brother.
Thanks man! Appreciate it!
I found this video very helpful and helped me build my first few 400s. Always found building RC heli's and cars satisfying. The tough part for a newbie is setting up the FBL, which was overwhelming at first.
All good info. Thanks for sharing. Oh and I cover esc programers in the video. : )
Nicely done Nick, good info!
Thank you!
One setup tool I would feel lost without is my calipers. A ball link ruler or sizing tool is also very helpful for me. Please do nitro next!
Agreed! We’ll definitely cover tools in a future episode.
Great. I should have realized this wasn't about tools. I learned that HeliDirect sells a branded thread locker. Excited to try it out!
Thank you for posting this very informative video. I want to add a few comments.
1) Motor and ESC connectors. I tend not to use the connectors included with brand new motors. I prefer to “standardize” the motor and ESC connectors to one brand and model connector. This gives me the ability to mix and match motors and ESCs in the future without having to remove and reinstall connectors. I use 4mm connectors on ≤420 size helis, 5.5mm connectors on 500 to 600 size helis, and 6.5mm connectors on ≥700 size helis.
2) Solder. Make sure to use electronic-safe rosin core solder, not acid core solder generally used for plumbing. 60/40 (60% tin/40% lead) solder is very common, but consider eutectic 63/37 as it is more forgiving than 60/40 in offering a lower chance of ending up with a dreaded “cold solder joint”.
3) ESC Programming module or USB interface. Many newer ESCs can be mostly (but not completely) programmed right from the newer radios without an external programming module (USB interface, programming box, etc.), but you generally need the USB interface for firmware updates and to access some parameters not available via the radio.
4) Programmable servos. Not all programmable servos are created equal. Some programmable servos let you adjust only the center pulse (1520µs vs 760µs). Other programmable servos let you adjust many other variables as well.
Nick, Great Video! Constructive criticism.. Look at the camera, Not the monitor... LOL