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
You may download a PDF version of this document by clicking the link at the bottom of this post.

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]

FBL Rotors is are out of the ball link pliers is there another supplier?

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

[steffgiguere]

No one else makes Synergy specific ball link pliers. Sorry.

You can take an old ball link pliers and Drummel the part which goes around the ball.

[Hendo67]

I have found it is better to lube to TT bearing supports with denatured alcohol instead of oil or silicon. It works just as good for lubrication but evaporates away, allowing the supports to stick. Just soak a cotton ball or rag with alcohol and push it through with the TT. I usually use the tail gearbox to push the shaft through so you know it is in the correct position and its easier on the hand.

[Greg Jackson]

What store can I find the bearing grease and Moly Kote?  Also why are the servo lead extensions needed, do the servos not reach to the esc?  Oh yeah, I'm not sure what type of oil I have.  How would I know if I have triflo, or would the scorpion motor oil be sufficient?  And does the Boto lube substitute any of these oils/grease?

[Brandon Bartolomucci]

I know I will be needing servo wire extensions in order to connect the ESC/BEC to the receiver. I have the receiver in the back so all servos reach it in my case.

For the thrust bearings I have always used automotive wheel bearing grease. It stays in place and coats well in my experience. I ordered the Scorpion motor bearing oil kit and Moly Kote from Ready Heli.

As far as Triflow goes, I use that on the main shaft and tail shaft. If you have it the bottle or pin point lubricator should have the name on it.


Regards,
Brandon Bartolomucci
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[Greg Jackson]

When I get back in town I'll look on it.  Probably very small type.  So moly more cant be found in a store? Guess I'll order now.  Your first sentence, did you mean you do not need the extensions because they are in the back? Sorry, the first two sentences confused me a little. Thanks for the tips!

[Greg Jackson]

Moly Kote is not popping up at ready Heli or Heli direct. Also where do you find JB weld?

[Brandon Bartolomucci]

For the servos themselves I won't need extensions because the receiver is in the back but I'll need the extension wires to have the BEC/ESC signal wires reach the receiver be ause they will be in the front. Same extensions but instead of using them for servos I'm using them for the signal wires of the ESC.

The Moly Kote at Ready Heli is listed as plastic gear grease. Sorry about that. Here's a link:

http://www.readyheli.com/TTRE9011-Plastic-Gear-Grease_p_38387.html

JB Weld:

http://www.readyheli.com/JBWR8276-JB-WELD-Welding-Compound-4-Minute_p_34140.html


Regards,
Brandon Bartolomucci
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[RyanW]

JB Weld- any Walmart or auto parts store. My favorite when attaching carbon to aluminum.
Inserting TT bearing assemblies- never use lubricant that would/could allow o-rings to spin. I have always used Window cleaner, as it evaporates. I have witnessed a tail boom shear off due to lubricant used on the o-rings and they started spinning after time and literally cut the tail boom off!

[Greg Jackson]

Cool i'll use window cleaner too.  Thanks for the links and understanding if the extension.  Hate to ask too many questions but is there a specific extension to get and where can they be found?

[Greg Jackson]

Ok found what and where they are. Any specific one for futaba servos or just get the jr or protek one and connect it?  Great, thought I'd have to solder or take the servo apart.