7th January 2010

Upgrading RC helicopters requires more tinkering than funding

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Perhaps the largest factor when considering refurbishing a remote control helicopter is actually mechanical aptitude, not cost.

For technically skilled and experienced pilots, it may be in their best interest to refurbish their RC helicopter models by purchasing parts for upgrade. Expect to spend from US$10 to US$100 to upgrade a model.

There are many models worthy of upgrades and a few popular ways to refurbish RC helicopters:

• Upgrade a plastic helicopter to a metal version by purchasing metal parts; Models for which metal parts are available include: the Esky Lama v3, Lama v4, Hunter, Kob, Comanche, Esky Big Lama, Esky Honey Bee King 2, Esky Belt cp v2, and Esky Belt cp.

• If you own the Esky Honey Bee King 2, for example, you could upgrade to a brushless motor and ESC.

• Models with general remote control systems can be upgraded to JR, Futaba, or Spektrum remote control systems.

• Some 450 remote control helicopters can be upgraded to a Flybarless E-Stabilizer Gyro System using a GYRO 3 Axis Gyro System Flybarless E-Stabilizer.

With little cost, a skilled pilot can enjoy more power and playability with a little tinkering and without purchasing a brand new RC helicopter.

Which would you recommend?

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  1. 1 On January 10th, 2010, Remote control helicopter tool sets ratchet up performanace not price | enjoyhobbies blog said:

    [...] Upgrading a remote control helicopter can be a cost-savings for pilots who seek greater performance from their current models, without purchasing a new model. Popular upgrade options include changing plastic RC helo parts to metal by purchasing metal parts or…. [...]

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