Roi, which version of the Freya do you have? Standard, EVO, or X-Spec?

Some of your problems with your kit are of your own doing. For instance, it should be painfully obvious that to properly thread a metric Phillips screw, you need to use metric (JIS) screwdrivers. Using an SAE-sized screwdriver will contribute to the stripping of the heads. As far as your clutch shaft being out of true, that is entirely possible. Check clutch shaft runout is like balancing blades: you had better do it before flying the machine. However, clutch shaft runout may not be the only reason your tail rotor pushrod snapped. A number of guys had pushrods snap on their Spectra-Gs when they first came out, which has been attributed to the general vibration of the entire heli. Also, as you stated, you have had your start coupling come loose. That may have helped weaken the pushrod as well.

I'll try to address your other problems, as an owner of the X-Spec version of the Freya. Though it is a different version, their construction is quite similar, with the X-Spec including more bling.

I bought my Freya used and am using the MA Tuff Struts, so I cannot comment on how the originals are designed. I do have a friend that has the standard struts on his Freya, and we have about the same ground clearance. Neither of us has had a problem with tail blade ground clearance. We are running the recommended tail blade size of 95mm; his are stock blue plastic and mine are the V-Tail blades.

All of my servos and pushrods are at 90 degrees when centered. The clearance to the top canopy posts are close but there is clearance. I am using the push-pull setup on all controls which may or may not be standard in the standard Freya.

I mentioned the metric phillips screws earlier. I have a JIS screwdriver set but decided to replace the screws with sockets. Got them at the local Ace for 10 bucks. My radio tray has the wood screws, as does the radio tray on my Evo 50. Neither have given me any problems.

I am not sure what you mean with the main blade grips being too tight. Mine are assembled in accordance with the manual and I have not had any problems adjusting the compression on the blades to an appropriate level. I use carbon blades sized 14-4, with 690 length. I am pretty sure my grips are the same as the standard Freya grips.

The tail blade holders are an excellent design. They have thrust bearings which the Raptor does not have. As far as them shattering after a light hit, I have one thing to say: You hit something with tail blades that are spinning around 9000rpm. S--- happens when moving heli parts hit the earth. Due to a pipe bracket failure, my Freya went in tail first. Destroyed most of what was behind the fuel tank. The blade grips were undamaged. As always in a crash, your mileage may vary.

I have not experienced any engine cooling problems with my Freya. My frame is part plastic with carbon lower frames. I have not heard of major problems with the plastic frame, and in fact Hirobo is using a full plastic frame and head on their new Freya Evo 90.

Your paragraph about the Jesus bolt is cute but does not apply to the Freya. It is a Thunder Tiger problem.

I hope this information was helpful. There are a few Freya owners here on RCU, but many on RunRyder. Perhaps they can help as well, or maybe Jeff Green can help you on that site. One thing I do know is that he is very dedicated to helping all Hirobo pilots get the most out of their helis. I am thrilled with my Freya, and when the money allows I hope to get a Freya Evo to go along with it.