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RE: axe cp thread - 2/9/2007 6:33:52 AM   
wildchild45177



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Status: offline 		Did you have to change the linkage physically? I can, but would rather not. That way when it's time to move on up, I can simply put the original crystal back in, dig out the original tx, and it's ready to go bye bye.

Bob

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RE: axe cp thread - 2/9/2007 3:49:54 PM   
dfalcon


 

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ORIGINAL: wildchild45177

Did you have to change the linkage physically? I can, but would rather not. That way when it's time to move on up, I can simply put the original crystal back in, dig out the original tx, and it's ready to go bye bye.

Bob


No, the only physical change I've made to the heli as of yet, aside from replacing crash damaged parts, is to put HS-55's on it.

I'll hopefully have some drastic changes this weekend, though. My replacement brushless motor should be here soon; the last one was defective right out of the box. Someone at RCGroups also posted this link from Helimax about using a heading-hold gyro with the Axe, and I think I'll do that also.

Anyone have an ARF fixed pitch airframe they'd like to get rid of? (GWS Dragonfly, Honeybee FP, etc... with motors, servos not necessary) I'm going to need a place to put my 3-in-1 after this weekend is over.

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RE: axe cp thread - 2/10/2007 1:43:22 AM   
Don d



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From: Fruitland, ID, USA
Status: offline 		After flying airplanes for 25 years, I wouldn't have believed it a few weeks ago, but the little thing will fly. Maybe I should say, I can accually fly the dang thing. Getting some good forward flight now (big figire 8"s) and can even get the little thing to come back and land where it took off from. Flying the tail can be a challenge. Gyro doesn't do much for holding a heading. If I go to full collective it will do a couple of quick peroettes before I can get the tail captured. Maybe my gyro isn't working right. I have nothing to compare, so wouldn't know the difference. I know it is working some, because I can disconect the main moter, with the tail roter operating ,yaw the heli and the speed of the tail roter changes.

Going to get better with the CP and then I'm going to get a Raptor 60 (because I have an engine for that size heli) then look out I'll really be dangerous.

Don

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RE: axe cp thread - 2/10/2007 4:48:13 PM   
r/cheliman


 

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Status: offline 		Does Anyone have any major problems with the Axe CP. I would like to buy The Axe but I don't whant to waste my money. Is it worth $200.

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RE: axe cp thread - 2/10/2007 5:16:18 PM   
chaseman81



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Status: offline 		I like mine. It comes with everthing you need to fly it out of the box. It has been test flown and setup so you put on the blades add the decals fix up the training gear,add Batteries to the radio and due your pre flight. and take off.

The reason I got one is i can parctice indoors this winter and have some r/c fun.
I am happy with the heli and have broken a tail blade (lhs BladeCP tail rotor blade 2.99) compared to $8 something. the other night I came a little to close to the total gym and blade strike. broke of a ball link end on the Stabilizer Control Hub so I ordered one form tower. $3.59 part $3.99 S&H Oh well. Should have it Tuesday.

All In all i like mine allot. Like i said 1st Collective pitch Heli It's Cheap enough for what you get and strong for how small they really are.


Chaseman81

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RE: axe cp thread - 2/12/2007 1:51:35 AM   
r/cheliman


 

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Status: offline 		Just wondering if anyone has any problems or complaints about the AXE CP that I should look out for.

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RE: axe cp thread - 2/12/2007 10:20:10 AM   
wildchild45177



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Status: offline 		My one and only complaint about the AXE is parts availability. But, this should work it's self out once it has been around a little longer. As I recall, the Blade was the same way when it first came out, and now parts are all over the place.

Bob

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RE: axe cp thread - 2/12/2007 10:33:10 AM   
ElectricHead



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From: Miamisburg, OH, USA
Status: offline 		Some folks have had problem and complants. I myself have had no major problems. My largest complant is the parts availability. This is a new heli on the market and spare parts production has not cought up with demand. Overall I am happy with mine. It is a $200.00 heli so you get what you pay for. I like mine because it is a little larger than Blade and more robust. I have never had a chance to fly a Blade so I can not compare how they fly. If you need a better quality heli then check out a T-Rex,however, be prepared to spend much more money. I think of my Axe as a gateway heli/drug that will lead to bigger and higher quality machines. Heli's are like drugs,you seem to get hooked with that first hover

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RE: axe cp thread - 2/12/2007 4:21:04 PM   
MsDarla


 

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From: Westland, MI, USA
Status: offline 		My name is Darla and I am a RC addict also.
Either way its a hobby "Priceless"

Issues with mine was a servo failure which caused a crash within a week but covered through the company to fix all broken parts.
The battery is nearly a joke but okay to practice hoovering with.


They ended-up sending me a new helicopter.
I don't even want to attempt to fly it.


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RE: axe cp thread - 2/12/2007 4:22:11 PM   
kjelld168804


 

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Status: offline 		Other than parts availability as stated above, its a great Helicopter. Usually with an RTF the transmitter is low quality, I was surprised by the quality of the tranmitter.

Just spend some extra money when you initially buy it and upgrade the battery and buy some extra parts so you will have them on hand when you wreck.

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RE: axe cp thread - 2/12/2007 5:00:41 PM   
Elcamino85ss


 

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Status: offline 		what is the best battery to use to replace the 10.8v,low flight time is killing me,can i use an 11.1v and not harm the electronics

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RE: axe cp thread - 2/12/2007 5:05:48 PM   
chaseman81



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Status: offline 		Yes you can it won't hurt a bit but will give more power and last much longer.
11.1v 1320 mah TP is what I use

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RE: axe cp thread - 2/12/2007 5:09:28 PM   
Elcamino85ss


 

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Status: offline 		ok thnx chaseman ,was wondering about that.i have 2 11.1 batteries for my blade cx2 will those work with the proper connections

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