Electric Planes, Heli's and EDFs: Discussion, pics and video Thread

[Diesel6401]

I fly a Gaui 200 flybar, and a Walkera V120D02S. My son flys MSR and 120SR. My backyard is a small heli wonderland...

Chief

How do you like that Walkera V120? I've heard a lot of good things about the Walkera helis.

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[Diesel6401]

New frame, skids, new canopy and tail boom for the mcpx. Figured id share.

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[H2OCamel]

I like the fast attack heli assult ships!

[BHChieftain]

How do you like that Walkera V120? I've heard a lot of good things about the Walkera helis.

I have a love/hate relationship with Walkera. The V120D02S (note the S) is a fantastic design. The problem with Walkera is the electronics quality is hit and miss. A lot of people have RX or servo problems (including me). At the moment, there are no other alternatives for a 120 size CP heli, but Blade announced a 120 size CP that is supposed to ship in June ("130" something or other). This will finally get some competition out there.

There are a bunch of other Walkera 120 size models out there-- the V120D02 (shaft driven, precursor to the D02S-- pretty good but not as rugged as the S ), the V120D05 (belt driven, flys like crap), the M120D01 (carbon fiber frame but way too heavy and the RX used in that model does not have very good stabilization).. .they all have a lot of problems. They finally got it right with the V120D02S version.

So in general, I'd be wary of Walkera for any size heli other than the 120 class-- but if you like that size (I think it is the PERFECT size for backyard flying), then the V120D02S is a great bird-- when everything is working...

There are a couple of other Walkera models that have a good reputation-- for fixed pitch the V120D01 is a good heli (I have that one too). It is flybarless fixed pitch and is not a "self stabilizing" design like those with a 45degree flybar, so it is a great trainer for those that want to fly CP. They also have a couple of good 100 micro designs. But they have dozens and dozens of other designs that are just full of problems, and the only way to know which are good or not is to wade thru the support forums...

I also don't like the fact that they use a proprietary RX/TX (and the servo signaling is also proprietary). So you need to buy a Walkera TX as well...


The Gaui200 is a dream heli-- but a lot harder to fly. Gaui discontinued the kits, but still sells the parts for it (their new version is the "X2"-- it is a little larger and is FBL).

Chief

[Diesel6401]

I like the fast attack heli assult ships!

Thanks!

I have a love/hate relationship with Walkera. The V120D02S (note the S) is a fantastic design. The problem with Walkera is the electronics quality is hit and miss. A lot of people have RX or servo problems (including me). At the moment, there are no other alternatives for a 120 size CP heli, but Blade announced a 120 size CP that is supposed to ship in June ("130" something or other). This will finally get some competition out there.

There are a bunch of other Walkera 120 size models out there-- the V120D02 (shaft driven, precursor to the D02S-- pretty good but not as rugged as the S ), the V120D05 (belt driven, flys like crap), the M120D01 (carbon fiber frame but way too heavy and the RX used in that model does not have very good stabilization).. .they all have a lot of problems. They finally got it right with the V120D02S version.

So in general, I'd be wary of Walkera for any size heli other than the 120 class-- but if you like that size (I think it is the PERFECT size for backyard flying), then the V120D02S is a great bird-- when everything is working...

There are a couple of other Walkera models that have a good reputation-- for fixed pitch the V120D01 is a good heli (I have that one too). It is flybarless fixed pitch and is not a "self stabilizing" design like those with a 45degree flybar, so it is a great trainer for those that want to fly CP. They also have a couple of good 100 micro designs. But they have dozens and dozens of other designs that are just full of problems, and the only way to know which are good or not is to wade thru the support forums...

I also don't like the fact that they use a proprietary RX/TX (and the servo signaling is also proprietary). So you need to buy a Walkera TX as well...


The Gaui200 is a dream heli-- but a lot harder to fly. Gaui discontinued the kits, but still sells the parts for it (their new version is the "X2"-- it is a little larger and is FBL).

Chief

Wow awesome write up and a detailed breakdown on the Walkera heli's. Did you get yours from xheli or wowhobbies? I do like the little v120D02S you have. Been watching some videos on it. Do you have the Devo 7 with yours? I've been looking at the Devo 8 for quiet some time now, but read about some backwards compatibility issues with the walkera tx/rx. Yes Blade did annouce the 130X and looking at the video of this thing it looks amazing! http://www.bladehelis.com/Products/D...ProdID=BLH3780 I do have my eyes set on that one as well. I like the fact with the Blade Helis and most HH products that parts are normally available from many sources including the LHS which is one thing that scares me with the Walkera is if parts are easy to obtain. I've read good things about the Gaui heli's.

[BHChieftain]

Thanks!



Wow awesome write up and a detailed breakdown on the Walkera heli's. Did you get yours from xheli or wowhobbies? I do like the little v120D02S you have. Been watching some videos on it. Do you have the Devo 7 with yours? I've been looking at the Devo 8 for quiet some time now, but read about some backwards compatibility issues with the walkera tx/rx. Yes Blade did annouce the 130X and looking at the video of this thing it looks amazing! http://www.bladehelis.com/Products/D...ProdID=BLH3780 I do have my eyes set on that one as well. I like the fact with the Blade Helis and most HH products that parts are normally available from many sources including the LHS which is one thing that scares me with the Walkera is if parts are easy to obtain. I've read good things about the Gaui heli's.

I like to buy mine from Clubheli, but they are frequently out of stock. I also use WOW hobbies.

Devo7 is very difficult to program-- crappy interface. I use a Devo8 which is a pretty nice TX (don't bother with the 8S, which has telemetry). All Devo TX units (including Devo 7) are not backwards compatible with old Walkera RXs. Walkera is transitioning to Devo format so if you pick up a new one you definately want a Devo unit.

Here are setup instructions and a video I made for that bird:

http://www.helifreak.com/showthread.php?p=3699342#post3699342

I have not seen the Blade 130 in real life, but the other benefit of Blade helis is you can use a Spektrum TX...

Chief

[Diesel6401]

I like to buy mine from Clubheli, but they are frequently out of stock. I also use WOW hobbies.

Devo7 is very difficult to program-- crappy interface. I use a Devo8 which is a pretty nice TX (don't bother with the 8S, which has telemetry). All Devo TX units (including Devo 7) are not backwards compatible with old Walkera RXs. Walkera is transitioning to Devo format so if you pick up a new one you definately want a Devo unit.

Here are setup instructions and a video I made for that bird:

http://www.helifreak.com/showthread.php?p=3699342#post3699342

I have not seen the Blade 130 in real life, but the other benefit of Blade helis is you can use a Spektrum TX...

Chief

The devo 8 is a very sweet looking radio. The backeard-compatibilty sucks though. I wonder why they didn't keep the similar programming with the other devo radios. That 130x is amazing!!!! Looking at least, hopefully they are released in a decent time frame. I have been waiting on HH to release this dang umx mig15, been months of waiting and I'm getting close to cancelling my order (sadly).

On a positive note I ordered my first Heli Kit... I bought a EXI 450 Pro from Xheli.com and I
m looking forward to building it.

[BakedMopar]

Not sure if your a member at Helifreak, but I would recommend you to sign up and watch the Finless Bob instructional videos. It will help alot building and setting up that Exi 450. I have the Align version and thats what I learned most of my flying with.

http://www.helifreak.com/showthread.php?t=41692

[BHChieftain]

Not sure if your a member at Helifreak, but I would recommend you to sign up and watch the Finless Bob instructional videos. It will help alot building and setting up that Exi 450. I have the Align version and thats what I learned most of my flying with.

http://www.helifreak.com/showthread.php?t=41692

+1 on that. I learned everything I needed to know watching Finless Bob's video series...

Chief

[Diesel6401]

Not sure if your a member at Helifreak, but I would recommend you to sign up and watch the Finless Bob instructional videos. It will help alot building and setting up that Exi 450. I have the Align version and thats what I learned most of my flying with.

http://www.helifreak.com/showthread.php?t=41692

+1 on that. I learned everything I needed to know watching Finless Bob's video series...

Chief

I keep hearing about that guy from numerous forums, all good things! I did sign up for helifreak a few weeks back, have a thread overthere on what to buy to build a clone which is how I ended up picking the exi450 pro. With so many different clones and different ways to set them up my head started to spin. Xheli has a 8 video build series on youtube for the exi and finless bob has a 450 Pro build series also, so between the 2 I have a lot of videos to watch. I'm going to leave this one flybar for now, then I plan on building another 450 but FBL.

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[Chilli]

Keep us updated of the build Diesel. I have a EXI 450 Pro with a shaft tail rotor I bought from a guy on OSE. I pulled all the budget electronics out and once boating season is over, I plan on puting it back together. One thing I like about this heli is parts compatibility with with TREX 450 pro. I may go flybarless with this bird. I'm getting more confident with the Blade 450 3D but it just takes allot of stick time.

[Diesel6401]

Keep us updated of the build Diesel. I have a EXI 450 Pro with a shaft tail rotor I bought from a guy on OSE. I pulled all the budget electronics out and once boating season is over, I plan on puting it back together. One thing I like about this heli is parts compatibility with with TREX 450 pro. I may go flybarless with this bird. I'm getting more confident with the Blade 450 3D but it just takes allot of stick time.

Will do! I purchased the pro with the belt drive. I read they're more durable then the TT style and my heli skills aren't the best at all. Here's my thread http://www.helifreak.com/showthread.php?t=415998 feel free to follow since you'll be in the same boat... I mean heli :)

Glad your liking the Blade 450 3D I really like that bird. I have the servos and esc selected, just need to purchase next paycheck. Motor I'm really debating on. I could do a budget turnigy motor that is very popular for this size heli or pay a extra $25 and get a Leopard 450 size outrunner. I'm a leopard fan. I may just stick the Turnigy in this heli and use the Leopard when I build my 450FBL. I also have everything selected for it lol. I'm waaaay ahead of myself.

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[Diesel6401]

Got some coooool video today

[tryinotocrash]

Do they have to be electric ? :-)

Picture 026.jpgPicture 033.jpgPicture 073.jpg I have been into airplanes for many years and they started to take over I thought I could get by with a boat or two but I think I may have hoarding issues, I have six airplanes running on two stroke gas and oil mix,love the smell. Nitro planes and electrics as well good stuff. If you need another T-rex 450 pro I bought one of those and never flew it. I would trade it for another boat or some boat goodies Addicted to toys

[Brushless55]

[ATTACH=CONFIG]79230[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]79231[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]79229[/ATTACH] I have been into airplanes for many years and they started to take over I thought I could get by with a boat or two but I think I may have hoarding issues, I have six airplanes running on two stroke gas and oil mix,love the smell. Nitro planes and electrics as well good stuff. If you need another T-rex 450 pro I bought one of those and never flew it. I would trade it for another boat or some boat goodies Addicted to toys

Nice stuff bro!