Multiplex Easy Star upgrades
02-11-2007 | 12:23 AM
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Multiplex Easy Star upgrades
Thinking about getting a Multiplex Easy Star, what is a good upgrade on this Easy Star as far as motor/motor mount esc battery and possible modification for ailerons?
02-11-2007 | 07:25 PM
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RE: Multiplex Easy Star upgrades
I'm not sure what the web site is but their is a site for guys flying the Easystar. It shows alot of modes and different motors ect. I'll see if I can find it. You can probably find it as well.
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02-11-2007 | 08:26 PM
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RE: Multiplex Easy Star upgrades
I found the EasyStar site. I think this is what you may be looking for that will help with your modifications.
www.mpx-easystar.de/
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www.mpx-easystar.de/
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02-11-2007 | 09:08 PM
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RE: Multiplex Easy Star upgrades
I use an EasyStar almost daily (well... weather permitting, at least) for aerial photography. It's my plane of choice for photgraphing large areas.
I've gone through a small fleet of EasyStars determining the BEST possible motor/prop combo for this aircraft. I think I've got the best setup available, right now:
Put in an AstroFlight MightyMicro 010 Direct Drive motor system. Here's a link showing the motor.
Yes, they don't carry them at Tower anymore but you can still get them from various sources, or buy used.
This motor is absolutely perfect for the EasyStar; it's as if it were specifically designed for it. Mounting is one of the best parts, with NO modifications required.
Simply take the Speed 400 motor that comes with your new EasyStar (or find an old 400 can motor lying around someplace), and remove all innards, i.e., take off the backplate and remove the rotor, magnets, and bearings. If your motor is of the type that has a protruding bearing rim at the front, grind it off or use a hacksaw to remove it. Now you've got what resembles an empty can with roughly a 1/4 in. hole in the front, with bolt holes.
NOW - simply mount the Astro motor INSIDE the 400 can! The mounting holes on both motors should fit perfectly - there'll be about 1/16 in. space all around the outside of the Astro motor inside the other motor's can.
Now, you can simply mount it like you would the original motor. You'll need to route the speed control differently than the standard-type controller - the wires are far shorter - but it's not a problem at all. I'd suggest cutting cooling slots for the speed control, but truthfully even at extended flight times at full throttle they rarely get hot.
Be SURE to buy only pusher-type props! You'll have to replace the one that comes with the MightyMicro - I'd suggest getting a good carbon-fiber prop the same size. Expensive, but you'll rarely if ever have to replace it since it's mounted in a VERY safe location.
I use a Electrifly 3-cell 1250 mah LiPo currently. Loaded up with a 6 oz. Sony camera, mounts, and a wireless video transmitter, the Astro motor will take you upstairs FAST, and KEEP you there for over 15 minutes at FULL throttle. After reaching my desired altitude I generally throttle back to 1/3.
Without the photo equipment but the same battery you can count on half-hour plus flights.
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I've gone through a small fleet of EasyStars determining the BEST possible motor/prop combo for this aircraft. I think I've got the best setup available, right now:
Put in an AstroFlight MightyMicro 010 Direct Drive motor system. Here's a link showing the motor.
Yes, they don't carry them at Tower anymore but you can still get them from various sources, or buy used.
This motor is absolutely perfect for the EasyStar; it's as if it were specifically designed for it. Mounting is one of the best parts, with NO modifications required.
Simply take the Speed 400 motor that comes with your new EasyStar (or find an old 400 can motor lying around someplace), and remove all innards, i.e., take off the backplate and remove the rotor, magnets, and bearings. If your motor is of the type that has a protruding bearing rim at the front, grind it off or use a hacksaw to remove it. Now you've got what resembles an empty can with roughly a 1/4 in. hole in the front, with bolt holes.
NOW - simply mount the Astro motor INSIDE the 400 can! The mounting holes on both motors should fit perfectly - there'll be about 1/16 in. space all around the outside of the Astro motor inside the other motor's can.
Now, you can simply mount it like you would the original motor. You'll need to route the speed control differently than the standard-type controller - the wires are far shorter - but it's not a problem at all. I'd suggest cutting cooling slots for the speed control, but truthfully even at extended flight times at full throttle they rarely get hot.
Be SURE to buy only pusher-type props! You'll have to replace the one that comes with the MightyMicro - I'd suggest getting a good carbon-fiber prop the same size. Expensive, but you'll rarely if ever have to replace it since it's mounted in a VERY safe location.
I use a Electrifly 3-cell 1250 mah LiPo currently. Loaded up with a 6 oz. Sony camera, mounts, and a wireless video transmitter, the Astro motor will take you upstairs FAST, and KEEP you there for over 15 minutes at FULL throttle. After reaching my desired altitude I generally throttle back to 1/3.
Without the photo equipment but the same battery you can count on half-hour plus flights.
Flyer
