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Tools and supplies for Synergy "E" Build
RichL:
All of these tools and supplies are common to Synergy "E" builds. Please pay attention to the items in red! Updated 2/01/2013
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Blue Locktite ( stick with the Locktite brand ) www.ronlund.com/rcheli-prod/TOOLAD/LOCTITE243.html
Red Locktite ( stick with the Locktite brand ) www.ronlund.com/rcheli-prod/TOOLAD/LOCTITE262.html
Medium CA (slow cure) (for sealing frames after sanding if desired, may also be used to attach TT bearings to TT if done with caution)
3M epoxy / JB Weld (slow curing for tail pitch control rod ends & boom support ends) www.ronlund.com/rcheli-prod/JBWELD.html
Small epoxy mixing cups www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXK360&P=7
Popsicle / mixing sticks www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXK359&P=M
Alcohol ( to remove oil from parts ) www.homedepot.com/h_d1/N-5yc1v/R-100118908/h_d2/ProductDisplay?catalogId=10053&langId=-1&keyword=denatured+alcohol&storeId=10051#.UOP66ramD0A
Sandpaper 600 grit (frame edge sanding)
Bearing grease ( radial bearings I use Lubriplate EMB see data sheet attachment at the bottom of the page ) www.ronlund.com/rcheli-prod/TOOLLU/GREASE.html
Bearing Greaser (optional but a great tool) www.ronlund.com/rcheli-prod/GREASER.html
Boto Lube ( thrust bearings ) http://helidirect.com/synergy-boto-lube-extreme-pressure-grease-bd-001-p-28583.hdx
Plastic gear grease ( I use Moly Kote ) www.readyheli.com/TTRE9011-Plastic-Gear-Grease_p_38387.html
TriFlow (tail slider / main shaft) www.ronlund.com/rcheli-prod/TOOLLU/MA4802.html
Velcro (Used to hold down, ESC, BEC, FBL Unit (not sensor or units with internal sensors IE: Beastx, Mini Vbar), on Batteries / frame to prevent sliding (in addition to the straps) www.homedepot.com/h_d1/N-5yc1v/R-202261919/h_d2/ProductDisplay?catalogId=10053&langId=-1&keyword=velcro&storeId=10051#.UOPxbLamD0A
3M double sided tape (FBL sensor) http://www.homedepot.com/h_d1/N-25ecodZ5yc1v/R-203405976/h_d2/ProductDisplay?catalogId=2&langId=-1&keyword=double+sided+tape&storeId=10051#.UOPwwbamD0A
Heat shrink tubing (various sizes for motor connectors, battery connectors) www.espritmodel.com/heat-shrink-tubing-assortment-154.aspx
Heat Gun www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXHZ16&P=ML
Solder, small diameter ( requires HW soldering station) www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2062717
Wire ties / Zip ties (small 4")
Side cut pliers / diagonals
Wire strippers www.stripax.com/64869/Home/cwms_start.aspx
Soldering station / Iron http://www.newark.com/jsp/search/productdetail.jsp?SKU=94C3885&CMP=KNC-GPLA&mckv=|pcrid|12534598581|plid|
T-Handel Hex Driver 4mm (2, each Required) www.wihatools.com/300seri/334serie.htm
Hex driver set 1.5mm - 5mm www.horizonhobby.com/products/jr-hex-driver-set-metric-6-pc-JRPA1205
Nut driver set 2mm - 4mm www.horizonhobby.com/products/jr-nut-driver-set-metric-4-pc-JRPA1206
Duo Grippy, Green (Required) (easy removal of head axle / bolts, bent main shaft, ) www.ronlund.com/rcheli-prod/GRPYDUO810.html
3mm drill bit ( for boom and tail box pinning ) www.leevalley.com/US/wood/page.aspx?p=42247&cat=1,180,42240
10mm drill bit (if using JR servos) www.leevalley.com/US/wood/page.aspx?p=42247&cat=1,180,42240
Small "+" screw driver www.horizonhobby.com/products/jr-screwdriver-set-3-pc-JRPA1209
Boto sizer (Required) www.fblrotors.com/Boto-Sizer-Ball-Link-Sizing-Tool_p_19.html
Calipers ( makes measuring and setting up links a breeze, eventually you are going to have set might as well start with them. ) www.ronlund.com/rcheli-prod/TOOLSE/MTI500-196-20.html
Pitch gauge ( I like digital but opinions may vary) http://helidirect.com/rc-logger-digital-pitch-gauge-2-p-27727.hdx
Ball link pliers for 5.5mm ball (Required) ( Standard sized ball link pliers will damage the 5.5mm balls. ) www.fblrotors.com/FBL-Ball-Link-Pliers-for-Synergy-55-Links_p_458.html
Swash plate leveling tool 10mm www.fblrotors.com/FBL-Swashplate-Tool-Bonus-includes-Synergy-blade-holder_p_440.html
Square "L" shaped or triangle (optional for tail box and frame alignment) www.leevalley.com/US/wood/page.aspx?p=32601&cat=1,42936,42941
Scissors (for cutting Velcro, heat shrink)
Scorpion Backup Guard (B.U.G.) (Cheap Insurance but not required) www.scorpionsystem.com/catalog/accessories/backup_guard/S_Backup_Guard/
Dremel Tool / Flat file small ( if you use the Scorpion HKIII 4025 you will need to grind or file a flat spot on the motor shaft for the pinion set screw to seat against. If you skip this step your pinion will rotate on the shaft. Locktite is not a substitute for grinding a flat spot on the motor shaft. Locktite will not prevent the pinion from rotating on the shaft! Using Locktite on the pinion / motor shaft is not recommended, the only exception being the setscrew )
Programming kit for ESC (such as Castle link etc.) http://helidirect.com/castle-creation-link-usb-programming-kit-010-0005-00-p-311.hdx
Programming kit for BEC (Castle) http://helidirect.com/castle-creation-link-usb-programming-kit-010-0005-00-p-311.hdx
Programming kit for FBL unit (V-bar cable included requires PC / Mac)
Servo lead extension, (Heavy Duty 22AWG minimum) 8 - 12 inches 2 ea. if using Scorpion B.U.G.) for ESC to Receiver or FBL Unit www.horizonhobby.com/products/servo-extension-12-inch-heavy-duty-gold-JRPA098
Bullet connectors motor to ESC (I use Scorpion 6.5mm. Note: The Scorpion HKIII 4025 1100KV motor has factory installed "banana" type connectors on the power wires, it is highly recommended that they be replaced with a connector with more contact surface area. ) http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/WTI0001P?I=LXTJJ0&P=8
Bullet connectors ESC to Battery (I use PRC6, the ESC requires 1 pair, each battery requires 1 pair, don't forget the charge cable) www.progressiverc.com/prc6-connectors-2-pairs.html
3mm x 6mm button head same as part number 101-306 (2ea if pinning tail and boom) www.experiencerc.com/store/101-306_m3x6mm_button_head_bolt-p-1070.html?osCsid=562fbc4172976d4060ad13fc8e613a81
Collective Servo wheels for Futaba: FUTM2020 Futaba Servo Horn (wheel) S28/S48 www.readyheli.com/FUTM2020-Futaba-Servo-Horn-S28S48-D-Wheel_p_32814.html
Collective Servo wheels for JR: JRPA217 JR HD Small Servo Wheels w/Screws www.readyheli.com/JRPA217-JR-HD-Small-Servo-Wheels-wScrews_p_34578.html
Futaba Tail Servo Horn FUTM2030 A S28/S48 (X Shape) www.readyheli.com/FUTM2030-Futaba-Servo-Horn-A-S28S48-X-Shape_p_32815.html
Rich
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Greg Jackson:
Great list for when I get my new tools. What about the new Boto lube?
RichL:
Ill add it to the list. :)
NKY Heli Guy:
FBL Rotors is are out of the ball link pliers is there another supplier?
RichL:
--- Quote from: NKY Heli Guy on December 17, 2012, 04:06:09 PM ---FBL Rotors is are out of the ball link pliers is there another supplier?
--- End quote ---
Not that I'm aware of. You could grind a standard pair to fit. Did you ask Ralph when they would be in stock again?
Rich
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