Hi there! Great review, simple and straight forward. I got hooked up with a small OMP Heli but decided I had to build one from scratch to learn. Decided for the T-Rex 500X, and I am loving the build experience. Like you it was a bit of a disappointment the ESC from HW not supporting the programming box or the wifi That I already own from other toys. But for my level of skill I am sure it will good enough. Imagine that a couple of months ago I didn't even know what Open TX was and thanks to you and your channel I am having a great time learning all these new things. I look forward to more videos of this model or helicopters in general. Thanks for sharing.
I like my T-Rex 500x a LOT. I'm still very much a novice, so I can't do too much with it yet, but it's very nice to fly so far. I'm glad the videos have helped you progress with the hobby. Thanks for the feedback.
Nice heli I've been flying blade helis but want to get into align. I'm impressed with the quality in there parts and selection of helis. Thanks for the review.
I've been very impressed at the quality/price equation on this so far. If I did it again, I'd probably buy the kit and add my own electronics, but that's a personal preference thing and not meant in any way to cast shade on what they provide. I just like Ikon and I would like telemetry from a Hobbywind Platinum (plus RPM info).
Like your new machine😊 I have a Trex 470LM, just love it. I am also new to rc helis, about a year. See our flight skills are at the same level😂👍 Started with Microbeast, but now I have got a Brain/Ikon and I think it is easier to handle/configurate. Looking forward to follow your heli videos!
Thank you, glad you found the channel. I looked at that 470LM and probably should have gotten it. The 500x has been very good so far. It felt comfortable in the air. I have a lot of work to do, but that makes things interesting.
I have BeastX that came with my 800 to get rid of. I really wish they'd omit those, especially on the larger helis. Also, that is not a bushing on the tail pushrod. That is a protective cover. You glue that to the pushrod and the metal slides in the holder you modified.
Scott, glad to see your comment correcting the "bushing" error. You are correct that it is not a bushing and all of Align's instructions I have read make this very clear. His carbon fiber pushrod is going to wear prematurely sliding back and forth in that metal sleeve.
@@westhobbiesrc8051 OK thank you that's what I thought also I would assume that's less maintenance on the helicopter correct is correct or a lot less maintenance from from Maybe having a crash when you fly normal like a real helicopter
I glued the bushing to the tail push rod and let move inside the plastic mount. Maybe I was wrong but it didn’t lock down in the plastic mount and I figured it would be okay to act as a bushing . Hopefully that don’t come back to haunt me
thats the exact reason i dont care for the ikon/brain ..they do have the bluetooth version so you can make changes in the field ..but i found it to be subpar at best..i just stick with my 7200bx..great fbl for the price
For the tail rod bushing? I believe that the manufacturer wants you to CA glue the bushing on the rod so that the bushing is actually moving with the rod inside the clamp hole. I don't think the carbon fiber should be rubbing against steel.
Glad to see someone still flies helis. Go bigger, it will be more predictable and much easier to control. My Protos 500 gadders dust on a shelf. The brand is dead and parts are unavailable... Ikon / Brain also hard to find at stupid prices. Have you tried the new Spektrum flight controller? Any good?
Helidirect seems to always have Ikon in stock as well as Protos parts and kits. Protos was picked up by XL power so that line continues. I haven't tried the Spektrum FC, not a fan of Horizon outside of certain planes.
Hell, I also have built trex 500x, but I need advise on what exactly receiver you are using so I can buy and I stall in my . Please help. Thanks, Darren
Right! I've been doing time in the sim, but not enough real stick time. Got a few flights in today on T-Rex, Goblin, Protos, and Nano. Just gotta do the time.
I just bought my first T-Rex. It's a 700E. I am still a rookie so hope to find someone that knows how to fly it to be sure the build was done correctly. I will work my way up to it at some point and may even modify it to carry cameras.
Question from Switzerland (hope you still reading responses): I have two Trex500Xs, both with a 520MX motor . One Heli (a bit older) has an Align BL80X ESC (like yours) and the other one (newer version) has an Align BL80A ESC (which appearantly is a Hobbywing ESC - can be programmed with Hobbywing programmer). The BL80X gets very hot (so does the motor). The BL80A doesn't get hot at all (nor the motor). I played around with some BL80X parameters (e.g., timing) but no difference. It continues to run very hot (and so does the motor). Does your ESC/Motor get hot? Mechanically both my helis are identical and run very smooth. Hence, I believe it is caused by the ESC. Any thoughts? Thanks a lot in advance.
The trex fleet are looking rather dated now. about time it was updated. not just styling but the frame etc. years ago align was cheap now the kits are expensive,i would rather go with oxy,omp,sab for more cash but newer tech/design
Your getting better at your hovering I see. Good flying John. 👍
Lots of sim time. Now I need to do nose in :|
Hi there! Great review, simple and straight forward.
I got hooked up with a small OMP Heli but decided I had to build one from scratch to learn. Decided for the T-Rex 500X, and I am loving the build experience.
Like you it was a bit of a disappointment the ESC from HW not supporting the programming box or the wifi That I already own from other toys. But for my level of skill I am sure it will good enough.
Imagine that a couple of months ago I didn't even know what Open TX was and thanks to you and your channel I am having a great time learning all these new things.
I look forward to more videos of this model or helicopters in general.
Thanks for sharing.
I like my T-Rex 500x a LOT. I'm still very much a novice, so I can't do too much with it yet, but it's very nice to fly so far. I'm glad the videos have helped you progress with the hobby. Thanks for the feedback.
Great flying John, love your video's.
Thank you. That was very kind.
Nice heli I've been flying blade helis but want to get into align. I'm impressed with the quality in there parts and selection of helis. Thanks for the review.
I've been very impressed at the quality/price equation on this so far. If I did it again, I'd probably buy the kit and add my own electronics, but that's a personal preference thing and not meant in any way to cast shade on what they provide. I just like Ikon and I would like telemetry from a Hobbywind Platinum (plus RPM info).
The description video is very good and also the assembly
Thank you.
Great video and review. Would you be able to share your radio ruder settings? Thanks Rob
Very nice, thanks for the video, good luck 👍👍😎
Thank you 👍
Pretty pretty pretty good 👍
Thanks!
Like your new machine😊 I have a Trex 470LM, just love it. I am also new to rc helis, about a year. See our flight skills are at the same level😂👍 Started with Microbeast, but now I have got a Brain/Ikon and I think it is easier to handle/configurate. Looking forward to follow your heli videos!
Thank you, glad you found the channel. I looked at that 470LM and probably should have gotten it. The 500x has been very good so far. It felt comfortable in the air. I have a lot of work to do, but that makes things interesting.
I just got a Trex 500x and it has a micro beast x setting up the beast x it’s not the easiest lol
Nice job. Now I want one
There's a long road in front of me and this helicopter. It has started well.
I have BeastX that came with my 800 to get rid of. I really wish they'd omit those, especially on the larger helis.
Also, that is not a bushing on the tail pushrod. That is a protective cover. You glue that to the pushrod and the metal slides in the holder you modified.
Scott, glad to see your comment correcting the "bushing" error. You are correct that it is not a bushing and all of Align's instructions I have read make this very clear. His carbon fiber pushrod is going to wear prematurely sliding back and forth in that metal sleeve.
Nice flying , I remember just learning to fly my birds, just stay on your Sim a few hours a week . I use next rc simulator.
Thanks. Yes, sim time is very important.
Thanks so much for sharing!
Thanks for watching!
I’m a huge Align fan, the 500X is a great heli! Keep practicing! You will get there, great flight!
Appreciate the comment. Thank you. I'll keep on it.
@@RCVideoReviews you’re very welcome, keep up the great work you’ll be doing 3-D before you know it or scale flying whatever you choose.
@@westhobbiesrc8051 what does scale flying mean?
@@jasontomica8938 scale flying is when you just fly around like a real heli. No 3D
@@westhobbiesrc8051 OK thank you that's what I thought also I would assume that's less maintenance on the helicopter correct is correct or a lot less maintenance from from Maybe having a crash when you fly normal like a real helicopter
I glued the bushing to the tail push rod and let move inside the plastic mount. Maybe I was wrong but it didn’t lock down in the plastic mount and I figured it would be okay to act as a bushing . Hopefully that don’t come back to haunt me
thats the exact reason i dont care for the ikon/brain ..they do have the bluetooth version so you can make changes in the field ..but i found it to be subpar at best..i just stick with my 7200bx..great fbl for the price
Hello! Did you have to disassemble the main gear box or it comes ready to use?
For the tail rod bushing? I believe that the manufacturer wants you to CA glue the bushing on the rod so that the bushing is actually moving with the rod inside the clamp hole. I don't think the carbon fiber should be rubbing against steel.
My instructions say 'add a piece of tape to the bushing to hold it tight, and the rod slides through it '
Glad to see someone still flies helis. Go bigger, it will be more predictable and much easier to control. My Protos 500 gadders dust on a shelf. The brand is dead and parts are unavailable... Ikon / Brain also hard to find at stupid prices. Have you tried the new Spektrum flight controller? Any good?
Helidirect seems to always have Ikon in stock as well as Protos parts and kits. Protos was picked up by XL power so that line continues. I haven't tried the Spektrum FC, not a fan of Horizon outside of certain planes.
Align trex seam to be the big comfy couch of helicopters always smooth and usually forgiving as far as helicopters go lol
Yeah, this one felt comfortable right away. I'm anxious to fly it at the field.
Did you have to reverse any servos on the Cyclic’s am after issue with my yall being the Opposite of what it should
I used an iKon on this for the FBL and all servo reversing is done in the software.
Do you use edgetx? I planing Buy an Radiometer TX16s but a little afraid for how configure helis, planes and gliders.
I've been known to dabble with Edge...
nice build, how do you program your sec speed , i'm thinking on getting tis heli.
sec speed?
Hell,
I also have built trex 500x, but I need advise on what exactly receiver you are using so I can buy and I stall in my . Please help.
Thanks, Darren
I use R161's in all my helis.
Hey you got to start some where I love Align Trex I got 600 nitro an 700 nitro still learning my self an now I have an OMP Hobby m2 love it
Right! I've been doing time in the sim, but not enough real stick time. Got a few flights in today on T-Rex, Goblin, Protos, and Nano. Just gotta do the time.
@@RCVideoReviews goblin is very expensive
I have been flying trex’s for years!!
I like mine so far. Hopefully I'll get a lot of hours out of this one.
I just bought my first T-Rex. It's a 700E. I am still a rookie so hope to find someone that knows how to fly it to be sure the build was done correctly. I will work my way up to it at some point and may even modify it to carry cameras.
Wow, you went big. Good luck with it. I know some on the channel will be interested to know how the TT performs.
700 is way to much for a beginner, 450 or 470 much easier and cheaper!!
Hey bud what BEC voltage are you using? And are you using the ESC governor?
6v and yes, ESC gov.
is the blackfriday deal on helidirect for this heli good or did they raise the price ? would like to get one
I've seen better. I got mine for $634.
@@RCVideoReviews bluhh..lol order it for 735
Also order a iKon 2 I'm gonna go your route.
Do you recommend the Icon 2 with integrated Bluetooth module?
if you are at the field it is great: all setting from phone or pad
I haven't used the BT version yet, but I do have Integration working, so I can make changes via Lua over the 2.4ghz link and that seems to work well.
The iKon 2/Brain 2 flybarless units would have to be the easiest system ive used.
I like them. Now that I've gone through them a couple of times I have a good understanding of how they work.
Question from Switzerland (hope you still reading responses): I have two Trex500Xs, both with a 520MX motor . One Heli (a bit older) has an Align BL80X ESC (like yours) and the other one (newer version) has an Align BL80A ESC (which appearantly is a Hobbywing ESC - can be programmed with Hobbywing programmer). The BL80X gets very hot (so does the motor). The BL80A doesn't get hot at all (nor the motor). I played around with some BL80X parameters (e.g., timing) but no difference. It continues to run very hot (and so does the motor). Does your ESC/Motor get hot? Mechanically both my helis are identical and run very smooth. Hence, I believe it is caused by the ESC. Any thoughts? Thanks a lot in advance.
Sorry, I sold this helicopter a long time ago.
@@RCVideoReviews oh, could you tell please why you sold it?
Humm, my HW program box works on my Align ESCs….
Looks like this one is going to be your basher.
It felt very locked-in. I've been more comfortable flying this one than any of the others so far.
The trex fleet are looking rather dated now. about time it was updated. not just styling but the frame etc. years ago align was cheap now the kits are expensive,i would rather go with oxy,omp,sab for more cash but newer tech/design
I love my SAB and Tron Helis. The T-Rex 500 flies well even if it does look a little dated.