Ok before I go and crash here, for posterity, are pics of my current Axe CP mods.

AR6000 receiver, HS-55's (newbies note: swashplate should be level when all servo arms are at the '90 degree' postions as shown. This condition should be at the point where collective pitch equals Zero or "neutral pitch". The Radio can acheive this condition in three ways: Normal Mode, with left stick at about 1/3 up. Stunt mode, at mid-stick EXACTLY, and in Throttle Hold mode, at mid-stick EXACTLY. Experts confirm?) and TP 1320 LiPo Pack with Ultra Dean's connectors all around.

Also note the extra time spent on the neat routing of the wires. Every wire can be traced visually - no rats nests or tangles.

And the Velcro Straps not only are quick and easy and secure the battery pack very well, but they also provide a cushioned insulator between the motor and the battery pack.

Also, a dab of hot glue around the top receiver wire helps protect it because the canopy bumps it all the time.

Also I see a a pic where a servo is not in its 90-dgree position - it got nudged in handling. [:@]

And another plug for DSM - I really heartily recommend Spektrum DX6 or DX7 or Futaba 6EX radio for this and all models! Its really a good investment - the receiver can be carried over to another model (when the time comes), and already you can have up to 10 models (or more I think) going from one radio. The cost averages down when you get more models hooked up

The benefits are HUGE! In particular you can program the radio to make it easier to hover than stock - a great plus for nOOBs. Then you can tweak up the agility as you get better!

Also, FREEDOM from interference and channel worries!!! JUST FLY!!!

No I'm not a sales guy nor have any stock in Spektrum or DSM but I really think its the BEST solution for RC radio gear.

When considering the cost, consider the money lost from crashes because the stock radio is a bit squirrley (i.e. really its set up for a more advanced pilot and its hard wired that way) and you'll find its a good cheap insurance policy as well.

Steppin off the soapbox now!!