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Post by gauiman on Nov 4, 2010 0:21:05 GMT -5
via ups and rc dumb thumbs and Ive been having a blast putting it together. I was expecting a heli that was 90% built but was pleasantly surprised when I opened the box and found parts bags lol.
Since I got home from work Ive been putting it together keeping the bearings in while tightening the frame was a bit of a challenge, wish I had some shoe goop.
Ive got the frame halves together, skids on and boom/tail grip together as well. I couldnt find my loctite so Ive got to go back a loctite everything. Its so enjoyable to put together a kit nowadays with everything being pre-built.
I'll post pics soon as I get a chance but may just keep going at it when I get home tomorrow after work.
I have to say this is the most enjoyable Ive ever spent $75 dollars in a long time.
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Post by Jerrymac on Nov 4, 2010 1:17:31 GMT -5
Glad to see that you are enjoying putting your new 425 together. I don't think you could find a nicer heli kit for $75. Sure, there lots of nice helicopters out there, but not at that price.
Just to be safe, I would check all of the pre-assembled parts to make sure everything is tight. Don't tweak them too much though as it will break the bond if they were properly loctited. Also, don't put any grease on the one-way bearing as some guys reported having trouble with them after greasing them.
Oh yeah, something that many guys seem to miss is getting the 2 grub screws into the "indents" on the one-way shaft when they install the primary gear. I forgot to loctite mine on the 425 and they came loose. It is best to put them both in snug, then remove one at a time and loctite each.
If you have any questions while putting it together, just ask. I am certain that someone will try their best to answer any questions you might have.
Good luck with the build,
Jerry.
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Post by gauiman on Nov 6, 2010 10:40:34 GMT -5
hey jerry thanks for your advice it came in handy.
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