New to this stuff..want a helicopter!
12-25-2006, 07:04 AM
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New to this stuff..want a helicopter!
Ok, I am a beginner, and have been looking at some choppers. I dont want to spend much more than $100. I just want something small to fly around the house and maybe the backyard, that can turn left and right, be somewhat steady in the air, not break quickly, etc.. I've been looking at the Megatech ones like the housefly 2. Are they a good brand? suggestions on other models and brands? thanks.
12-25-2006, 09:57 AM
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RE: New to this stuff..want a helicopter!
I'm looking at this one.. http://www.hobby-lobby.com/cocolama.htm
12-25-2006, 12:47 PM
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RE: New to this stuff..want a helicopter!
The Esky Lama 2 is good helicopter to start - [link=http://www.hj2k.com/store/proddetail.php?prod=EK1H-E012]check here for detail[/link]
12-25-2006, 03:36 PM
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RE: New to this stuff..want a helicopter!
ORIGINAL: neweheliflyer
The Esky Lama 2 is good helicopter to start - [link=http://www.hj2k.com/store/proddetail.php?prod=EK1H-E012]check here for detail[/link]
The Esky Lama 2 is good helicopter to start - [link=http://www.hj2k.com/store/proddetail.php?prod=EK1H-E012]check here for detail[/link]
I'm also wondering what is the difference between the heli in my link, and the one in yours. One says "coco", one doesnt.
12-25-2006, 03:52 PM
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The little wireless cams are cool and work well, thay have more range than i thought thay would. the picture and color are fine just keep from vibration and you will get a great picture on the monotor,(i use a pocket TV from radio shack).lots of fun to put on the hood of your RC truck and drive around the block watching from your front yard or hiding in your car.
I would get the Lama to its a good trainer and will be fun to fly.The coco is a catch phrase for counter rotating rotor, its the same heli for the most part.
I would get the Lama to its a good trainer and will be fun to fly.The coco is a catch phrase for counter rotating rotor, its the same heli for the most part.
12-25-2006, 04:35 PM
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The little wireless cams are cool and work well, thay have more range than i thought thay would. the picture and color are fine just keep from vibration and you will get a great picture on the monotor,(i use a pocket TV from radio shack).lots of fun to put on the hood of your RC truck and drive around the block watching from your front yard or hiding in your car.
I would get the Lama to its a good trainer and will be fun to fly.The coco is a catch phrase for counter rotating rotor, its the same heli for the most part.
The little wireless cams are cool and work well, thay have more range than i thought thay would. the picture and color are fine just keep from vibration and you will get a great picture on the monotor,(i use a pocket TV from radio shack).lots of fun to put on the hood of your RC truck and drive around the block watching from your front yard or hiding in your car.
I would get the Lama to its a good trainer and will be fun to fly.The coco is a catch phrase for counter rotating rotor, its the same heli for the most part.
12-25-2006, 05:08 PM
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Well both helis use the counter rotating blade system and fly about the same, so does the Ocean Rescue from Venom RC and countless others with different names. As far as recording goes is your digital camcorder (with an SD card or similar) has a video in jack it easy, if not you can record it to tape and convert with Movie Maker or some thing like that in your computer.
12-25-2006, 06:05 PM
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RE: New to this stuff..want a helicopter!
ORIGINAL: cyclicoverload
Well both helis use the counter rotating blade system and fly about the same, so does the Ocean Rescue from Venom RC and countless others with different names. As far as recording goes is your digital camcorder (with an SD card or similar) has a video in jack it easy, if not you can record it to tape and convert with Movie Maker or some thing like that in your computer.
Well both helis use the counter rotating blade system and fly about the same, so does the Ocean Rescue from Venom RC and countless others with different names. As far as recording goes is your digital camcorder (with an SD card or similar) has a video in jack it easy, if not you can record it to tape and convert with Movie Maker or some thing like that in your computer.
12-25-2006, 06:40 PM
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Yes, i know you will like it, very nicely made and parts are easy to get plus there cheep. The heli flys very well, nice and stable so a beginner will have time to react and make corrections. Just use the training gear and keep it low untill you are comfortable with hovering and you will be fine.
12-25-2006, 10:07 PM
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RE: New to this stuff..want a helicopter!
Thanks guys. I'm ordering it right now. Wheres a good site to buy it? That HJ2k link isnt working anymore. And I have to charge it on a car battery?
Wheres a good site to buy it? That HJ2k link isnt working anymore. And I have to charge it on a car battery?
12-25-2006, 10:41 PM
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Here is a few good places to try:
www.hobbyjapan2000.com
www.hobby-estore.com
www.ehirobo.com
www.xheli.com
Most heli's will come with a wall charger some have both.
www.hobbyjapan2000.com
www.hobby-estore.com
www.ehirobo.com
www.xheli.com
Most heli's will come with a wall charger some have both.
12-25-2006, 10:46 PM
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RE: New to this stuff..want a helicopter!
ahh yes. thanks again. So this is the one I want? http://www.hobbyjapan2000.com/store/...prod=EK1H-E012 I am also going to buy the training gear, mic and cam, and extra battery. Sound good? also does $30 for shipping sound fair? Is there a better place?
12-26-2006, 09:28 PM
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RE: New to this stuff..want a helicopter!
I just went to Walmart and got what they call a BladeRunner and it is a great buy for $35. It is fully proportional and everything.
