This is my first Heli ever. I have had a fantastic time learning to fly this bird without using a simulator. She's quite forgiving and has some nice lines in the air.
I'm using an ancient but functional JR Max Computer radio with PCM receiver. Power comes from an OS .32 with rope start. Its the older engine with smaller carb but seems to get the job done. I've replaced the original JR 501 servos with new JR 537's and the JR 810G sport tail servo. Stabilization comes from a JR 410 gyro that replaced the mechanical power hog that was in place when I bought it. I've upgraded to Funkey Silver finish fiberglass blades, Century torpedo muffler and Hayes header tank with homemade aluminum bracket.
Here is a link to some recent forward flight with friends at the field.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uXoJyiFBHvU