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  • Blade Nano CP X Canopy Post Reinforcement

    Blade Nano CP X Canopy Post Reinforcement

    I find that it’s easy to break the canopy mount on the Blade Nano CP X. So, I think reinforcing them is a wise preventative measure. I know some people like to use a carbon rod and spiral wrap thread around nice and tightly. Then wet the thread with CA glue. I find this method […]

  • Hobby King Spektrum DSMX Module

    Hobby King Spektrum DSMX Module

    What an exciting day for micro R/C hobbyist. Hobby King just introduced a new module that is compatible with Spektrum DSMX and DSM2 technology for your Turnigy 9x and other radio that accepts JR style module. OrangeRX DSMX/DSM2 Transmitter Module It’s a full range system too. So you can fly all the Horizon Hobby DSM2 […]

  • How to use v929 Motor with Blade mQX

    How to use v929 Motor with Blade mQX

    Many of you know that the Blade mQX motors are pricey at $15 a pop. For the same price, you can buy four v929 and v949 motor and solder to use with the mQX. It’s a direct fit because the use the same pinion. Here’s the direct link for two clockwise v929 motors for $7.50. […]

  • v911 Fixed Pitch Micro Heli Night Blade

    v911 Fixed Pitch Micro Heli Night Blade

    I have always thought the night blades of the larger R/C helicopters were cool. But they aren’t available for the micro helis that I fly. Coming up with a way for getting the micro blades lit up without adding too much weight to the head took me awhile to think of. But here’s a sneak peek at […]

  • Nano CP X mTDR Canopy

    Nano CP X mTDR Canopy

    The following is a paper canopy I just folded, based on CyLLiKA’s work. Paper is a blue cardstock with a nice sheen/texture. Got it on sale from Michael’s craft store for $0.12. Each 12×12 can make at least two canopy. The core of the paper is the same as the surface. So your cut lines […]

  • Blade Nano CP X Canopy

    Blade Nano CP X Canopy

    Do you need a new canopy for your new Nano CP X without having to pay the $12.49 Horizon Hobby charges for a replacement? Well, you’re in luck because the Solo Pro and V911 canopies fit perfectly on the Blade nCPX. You can find these replacement canopies for as low $0.99 at oversea retailer. Or […]

  • Blade nano CP X porn

    Blade nano CP X porn

    Some people are still waiting on their package to arrive. What better way to past the time than to look at some heli porn? Uploading some clean shots of the new Blade Nano CP X for your viewing pleasure.

  • v929 New Canopy

    v929 New Canopy

    Here’s a peek at what I’ve been working on. A v929 canopy made from clear PETG. That way, I can paint from underneath like one commonly does to lexan bodies for R/C cars. This prevents the paint from getting scuffed up during crashes. I tried my best to balance weight and durability with this canopy. […]

  • New WL Toys v949 (v929 with LED)

    Looks like the latest revision of the v929 with the LED light stripe and transmitter that can turn on/off those lights are available for preorder over at BangGood. They are calling it the v949 to distinguish it from the v929. It looks like you get a new type of canopy also. Estimated date of arrival […]

  • v929 RX with LED Connectors Available

    I know many have been awaiting the “rev3” v929 that has the LED and ability to switch it on/off from the TX. Aaron from BangGood just leaked that that revision will be available next month. In the mean time, that version’s RX board with the LED connectors is already available. You can purchase it here: […]

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