! ! !GIVEAWAY! ! ! Custom Carbon Fiber Seat | Basement Kit Helicopter Build Ep .6
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- Опубліковано 9 лют 2025
- In this special episode of The Okayest Engineer, I’m giving away the carbon fiber seat I worked so hard to make! Unfortunately, it doesn’t fit in my helicopter build, but that means one of you lucky viewers can win it instead.
We also prep the helicopter for designing and manufacturing the rear engine cowling.
!!!!GIVEAWAY!!!!
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@jimhaugh6918 You've won the Carbon Fiber Seat. Please reach out to me at info@theokayestengineer.com
Man, you’re killing it with your productivity…! No grass under your feet-not sure how you do it with a job and family!
Burning the candle from both ends!
Kali you’re a natural teacher, I understood this perfectly!! Also I’m ready for the carbon fiber seat!!
@@malonebrown8 thanks! I actually love to teach and mentor. Makes me happy! Good luck!!
Just found ur channel. I love the idea of the composite fx choppers. Even more so seeing the work ur doing.. bucks.carbon work. These r the kinda videos i like to find and watch..
The quality of that carbon fiber seat is really good
Thanks! I’m pretty happy with how it turned out!
Outstanding informative video. A straight to the point of the subject matter and none of the stupidity and silly comments of most videos. Thanks for sharing educational skills to us.
I appreciate the feedback and am glad you’re enjoying it!
Gonna be an interesting build..the MD500 is such a great bird. One other thing to consider is going to be your loss in horsepower. The engine, having a cowling wrapped around it, will for sure increase its operating temp but a good radiator should minimize it. However, unless the fresh air intake is relocated, the warm engine air used for combustion is less dense, (compared to cold air) which ultimately creates less horsepower. It’s one reason why MD engineers developed the F model, as compared to the E model. Higher altitudes, less dense air…this will be an interesting build to follow!!
I do plan to have the intake take air from outside…. I haven’t fully figured that out yet and need the engine mounted before I can come up with a good solution. Even if the intake manifold and tubes at a slightly higher temperature, studies have shown it doesn’t raise the actual air temp much from the intake point. I do appreciate you pointing all this out though. More eyes on this project the better in my opinion.
Cleetus would love this heli as a Big R/C. You know he’s getting into the 60% scale R/C’s lately..!😂
Yeah.. Cleet is even offering cheap rides for kids! This thing is just slightly bigger for slightly bigger kids (me)
Pretty inspiring and fun to watch. Keep having fun making !
Really enjoying the build! Nothing else like it on youtube!
Thanks! Glad you like it! I also noticed there was practically zero experimental helicopter content. That void inspired me to try to fill it.. to my surprise, people want it! I just hope I can deliver haha
@@TheOkayestEngineer Agreed, definitely a void! Glad you decided to share your experiences!
I love the effort you are taking to build this helicopter your way. I look forward to the rest of the videos. Also, that seat will look awesome in my cross kart after some strengthening.
I’m sure it will! Good luck! Glad you’re enjoying the series!
Seat looks really nice! This project is awesome!
Very interesting build. Love the mistakes and lessons learned. You rock!
Glad you liked it! Thanks!!
Excellent build content. Thoroughly informative and entertaining. Can't wait to see the next video.
This is such a great build. Looking forward to your progress.
Great series. I love watching your learning process, but frankly your concepts and skills are quite impressive to watch.
I appreciate the compliments. Glad you’re getting something positive out of it!
I also fly FPV… I did West Coast Customs fly through video on UA-cam.
@TheOkayestEngineer Nice, I'm not that amazing at it and plus, I'm using the lumbering original DJI FPV. I started real flying two years ago with my PPL, so it's been parked for a while. I think you'll also be down the same rabbit hole when you start flying..
@ 100%… already happening.
always wanted to build a helicopter. I just finished an ac cobra kit. still on my bucket list. I did get a rotorcraft license, but I never get to use it. keep up the great content.
Thanks!! Make it happen!
I absolutely love the MD 500 idea.
It was meant to be… I’m just facilitating it :)
This is an awesome build series! I love that you take the time to explain your whole thought process! I can’t wait to see the finished product. Amazing job!
Thanks! I appreciate the feedback. Glad you enjoy it!
Awesome work!
Funny story - I started your video then decided I'd fix my dishwasher. It needed a height adjustment and the door was opening too much, and hanging low...BUT then found it was leaking! WHAT'S WRONG WITH ME!!! I guess your hard work made me feel bad for leaving this relatively innocuous issue unresolved, so against my better judgment, I paused your video and went ahead and "fixed" it. LOL Your video may have just saved me a flooded kitchen! Your skills are even better than you know! ;)
haha! That's what this is all about. If I can inspire someone to fix, build, or do one more thing in 2025 its a win for me. You get the credit for finding the leak.. I'll take credit for the extremely small nudge... also.. don't pause my video :) JOKING!!!
😂 just kidding… but seriously… 😂
@@TheOkayestEngineer Update - I fixed the Dishwasher, and my wife has removed me from her "crap" list ;) kinda.......
Now I'm finishing the video - LOL LOL LOL, and she's annoyed, since I'm supposed to be making bacon for brunch - I just can't win!!!
@ haha! We will never win. They think we won the day we met them….
The first text flight around the basement is going to be awesome. 😃👍
That's one surefire way to one-up Cody's test flight in his garage :)
It would hurt my pocket book way worse than his… otherwise it would be fun to watch.
@@TheOkayestEngineer no kiddin, you're prob tryna justify Grade8 Stainless vs galvanized, and he just bought another Ferrari :/
@ you’re dead on….
Amazing work brother! As a fellow daily CAD user / 3d scanner I can definitely appreciate how well executed and long it takes to sit down do everything right from the start until your truly satisfied and feel like you’ve done all you can at (at the moment! Haha) would love to see more in depth details on the all the cad modeling / manufacturing down the road!!
And I would love to make the seat into my daily office chair 😂
@@computerwizard2613 thanks! I’m very new to all this UA-cam stuff and it’s hard to get a true gauge of what everyone wants to watch. I’m not sure if people want more technical stuff or if it’ll bore others to death haha. I’ve considered making a second channel for the super nerds like me…. Haha. I might start feeding in some more technical stuff and see how the retention goes. As you mentioned… behind the scenes there is a LOT of work that goes into it. This is just the highlight reel.
Good luck on winning the seat! I appreciate the feedback.
This is exactly what UA-cam is for, great series, can’t wait to see more.
Glad you enjoy it!
I have an office at KOSU that the seat would look great in! Such a cool change to a cool helicopter.
That seat would be really cool for a sim rig.
SolidWorks CFD analysis on the onshape model was a nice touch!
Thanks!
Watching this series makes me want to build one! Great job!
Thanks! It’s just a really big gasser. Make it happen! I started flying RC Helis 22 years ago with a Raptor 30.
@ heck yeah! I’ve still got two Raptor 50s. I do RC helis and build some of craziest helis. Just did 205mph with a RC heli. Got all kinds of videos on them. I definitely need to check out this helicopter and I think I could definitely build one. Can’t wait for the next videos! Keep them up. Great job!
@@westhobbiesrc8051 composite-fx.com I’ll be watching your videos as well!
@ I’ll be checking them out! Thank you, what engine are you going with? Thank you! I greatly appreciate that!
@ the 290… the ~$40k more for the sound of a turbine and no performance gains was a little too much to stomach.
I love this project.
Keep it going.
Looking forward to the series
I've always been interested in these low cost copters. I'm glad you're making more content about them. Maybe it'll give me the motivation I need to add a rotary wing rating to my fixed wing.
Can't wait for the next video.
I am honestly surprised that there is nearly zero content of experimental helicopters on UA-cam. I am happy to fill that void.
Go take a discovery flight... you won't be disappointed.
I'm really enjoying the whole series here... I'll probably build my own in the future (but not in my basement and without all the mods!)
If this channel goes as planned, I hope you’ll be able to use the videos as a guide and lessons learned for your build too… even without the mods.
Man I have been following since your first video, just floors me how much work youve already put in. Shame the seat isnt working out but excited to see the next revision!
Thanks.. Sleep is for the weak! haha.
@TheOkayestEngineer haha yes it is! Though Im getting old and my all night projects are scarce lol
Thanks for filming your build.
Thanks for watching!
Dude good video, thank you for the inspiration 😂. Keep up the good work young man, you are living in the best time for us makers they haven’t confiscated our tools yet.
Thanks!! Just doing what I love and hoping to share that passion. Build on!
Would make a really sweet seat in the shop. Enjoying the channel and seeing how you work through the project 👍👍
Glad you like it! Good luck!
I really enjoy the basement build. Will be interesting to see how you get a helicopter out of said basement. ❤
Jimbo - I bet if he popped that basement egress window out, it'll be enough room. It'll certainly be a fun reveal tho! If he gets the verbiage and thumbnail jusssst right, I'd imagine that vid would gain the most views out of this whole series.
I think this is what everyone is waiting for!
I love what you are doing with the heli.
Thanks!
Love the work and beautiful chair
You earned my sub during the first Episode, cause i knew this would be an awesome series. you are an incredibly smart engineer.
that was a nice job on the seat
This would look pretty cool when done.
That seat is awesome. The Helo is going to be a work of art.
Thanks! I hope so!
Thanks for making the effort to film your work--I know that it takes more time, but I have learned from you. Thanks.
@@MJPPoland and it’s people like you that make it all worth it. Glad you get something out of it!
A beautiful project.
That seat is dope!!😜
Looks amazing, keep it up! Would look great in a sim pit if not in a real bird ☺️
Wow ! Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching!!
Love watching the progress. I was looking at content for race car seats when the algorithm showed me your content. Really cool overlapping section of the Venn diagram we have here 😂
Absolutely!! and what car guy doesn't like helicopters?
I don’t know, but if they exist, they don’t sound nearly as fun!
@@erikrummel6277 haha! You’re not wrong!!
What a test of patience!
No kidding haha
Just recently found your channel, and I'm really enjoying the helicopter build!
DUDE ! Your doing great work. Love the explanations.
Ireland is a bit far to send the seat 😂.
My man! It is, but I LOVE Ireland! Next time I’m there I’ll try to remember to reach out. I’ll buy you a beer. 🍺
Nice! I’ve got the same scanner!
Pleasantly surprised! Now I’m trying to scan all the things.
cf looks so twenty-first century 🔥
Very cool content, excited to see more in the future.
Love the work you’re doing. Crushing it, happy new year!
Thanks! Happy new year! Go build something or do something you have always wanted to this year!
Loving these videos! Enjoy your thoroughness and attention to detail.
Glad you like them!
Awesome videos so far. Can’t wait to see the finished product
Me too! I think it’s going to be pretty sweet!
So glad I was recommended your videos. This project is awesome.
Thanks! Glad to have you!
This project is really cool. I look forward to seeing more. Your method to get the 90 drill angle for the an4 bolt holes looked pretty good. If you use a 90 degree jig, it may have got quicker.
Hindsight, I should have used the trusty old 3D printer… good point.
I've been enjoying your last few videos; we're cut from similar cloth: exponential aircraft, composites, and Onshape users (albeit, I've not delved into CFD; at least not yet). Having built two homebuilts (RV & Velocity), I offer a few simple recommendations: order a few 12" long drill bits (#30 for #30 clecos & #10 for 3/16 holes). Long drill are very handy sometimes (often!). For epoxy modifiers; micro ballons for features that will be cosmetic (easy to sand), and ground fiberglass powder for structural fillets (like your washer bases) - tough and not easy to sand. Also, plain Vaseline will stick to screw threads without concern of runoff or contamination of uncured epoxy. Sorry if you know all this already, but wishing you continued progress and success. I hope to see you at Oshkosh at some point.
Never assume I know what I’m doing haha. I appreciate the pointers. Definitely going to get some long drill bits, some micro and fiberglass powder on order. I’ve been meaning to get some but haven’t yet. Great point on contaminating the epoxy… didn’t think about it till you said it but could definitely cause issues. Luckily this isn’t a very critical part.
I’ll be at Oshkosh. Probably this year without the machine and if all goes well it’ll be there next year. Hope to see you there!
That would be perfect for my ultralight! Great content.
Thanks! Good luck!
OOOH! I want that seat! Looks great!
Awesome!
As I am next in line after you for the delivery of my kit from CFX, I think I am a good candidate for the seat. Anyway, I am sure it will go to a good home. Looking forward to the build, both yours and mine!
If you don’t win, I still have the mold…. I’ll also be making a new one that should be a much better fit. Stay tuned.
This is an awesome build! I love seeing all the explanations you included and show your lessons learned! Keep it up!
On aircraft I've worked on Inconel foil heat shield material is what is used to protect composite structures from heat. For example where the exhaust stacks on turboprop engines exit the composite nacelles this foil is used. The same waffle looking foil is used to protect composite bodywork in automotive applications especially on turbocharged cars. Other than on certified aircraft It's not as expensive as you might think.
Thanks! I’ve think I’ve used something similar for insulating bleed components. Thin textured inco seam and spot welded together usually on top of a ceramic insulation material. I’ve never worked with composites though so thanks for bringing that to my attention! Definitely going to look into it and the automotive applications.
Doing a great job, thanks for sharing
Thanks for watching!
Great video! Really cool to see your process.
Thanks! Glad you like it.
Already earned my subscription !!
I love the channel and the videos are amazing! Keep up the great work! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
@@dannyzwonitzer let’s go!!!
@@TheOkayestEngineer yes sir!! 🤙🏼
This is an awesome series!
Glad you like it!
Very nice, as someone working in laser scanning great to see it going mainstream
Hey man! Love your build and really looking forward to see it fly!
Aircraft bit would give flex enough away for your chuck to clear
I just moved to Ohio for Helicopter Flight school. I have wanted to start a build like this, and stumbled upon your videos, loving the videos!
Where are you flying out of? Who is your instructor?
@@TheOkayestEngineerI am at Sinclair in Dayton. I start with Higher Ground Helicopters on the 13th.
Congrats! If you ever make it up to Cleveland, let me know! info@theokayestengineer.com
@@TheOkayestEngineer, I actually have a condo up in Lakewood, in Marine Towers. One of these days when I'm not busy in school, I'll head up that way.
Awesome
Great, now I want to build a helicopter
Do it!
Impressive build! Definitely the Okayest helicopter build on YT!
I like to think so too!
Excellent ideas can’t wait to see it in fruition . That seat will look good in my work shop lol keep building!
@@fillcx04 I’m sure it will!
I'm loving the videos. Keep it up and Go Bucks!
Go bucks! Let’s hope they keep playing like the last two games!
Love this series! Can’t wait to see it finished
Great series! OH….
IO! Let’s go!
Love the build! Appreciate all the thought put into it! Would love to hear more about what got you started on your helicopter journey. Did you get your endorsement, ppl, or just enthused about aviation?
@@jaredlitwiller745 I’ve had a lot of requests for something like this… I’ll compile a list of questions and record an “okayest interview”
Sweet! Enjoying the helicopter specific content. 🙂 Did you consider using Flox & Resin under the bolt heads? Another option I'd consider would be grinding an edge off the washers where they would interfere with the fuselage/flange bend.
I didn’t but definitely a good suggestion.
cool project! I'm glad i found this.
@@AB_Pyrotechnic glad you like it!
Have a Mosquito myself! Awesome project, and I’m excited for how the cowling will turn out!
I’d love to put that seat in a robot with a crash test dummy to see how it holds up!
@@chandlergriffin7386 I thought about destroying it… but figured it was better in someone else’s hands…. If you win it and want to destroy it let us know how it goes!
Where are you located? Might have to get together once I have this thing flying.
Sunny Florida - 321!
@@chandlergriffin7386 I’m determined to make it to one of Cleetus McFarland cars and choppers events in Bradenton so I’m sure we will get together. That or the factory fly in.
This seat looks great! More comments more entries 👀
Can’t hurt to try haha
Nice looking seat!
Appreciated excelent cool Great series. I love watching your learning process, but frankly your concepts and skills are quite impressive to watch.
@@JurgenUA-cam0000 thanks! Glad you like it. I didn’t realize I was learning and sharing that process on camera but a lot of people have mentioned it. Apparently it’s resonated well. I’ll definitely continue to try and share that.
This is going to be one nice Helicopter! You better bring it to Oshkosh 2025!
I’ll be at Osh25 but the Heli won’t be there till 26… just not enough time to complete it and the 40 hour restriction.
Hell yeah! Would look good on my go kart 💨
I like your idea of the cone cover over the engine!
@@charlescashell5645 it’s going to make a mess of a couple other things (exhaust) but I think it’s definitely going to be worth it.
I think the seat would be great for a helicopter simulator rig. Nice work!
awesome job next up split it in 1/2 for a two seater
I’m hoping the next build will be a 2 seater…. Or maybe I’ll design my own…..
BRILLIANT !!!
This is an amazing project. I am building a budget diy car in my garage and will use your techniques to make my own seats
Thanks! Feel free to reach out if you end up having any questions. Happy to help if I can!
Awesome build, I am building a special Mini 500, thanks for your videos
Thanks! RC or full size??
Can’t wait to see the product!
Hopefully it looks half as good as your fan…
I will never build a helicopter but man your channel is amazing! Congrats
@@t.hangar thanks!! I’m glad you’re enjoying it. I hope I can keep it up!
For sure ! I might even try some carbon fab parts for my plane lol let’s see if I can pull it off
That seat would look awesome in the garage! Just saying! 😎
Yes… yes it would….
Looking forward to the end result
@@dallasmounts3665 so am I! but then I’ll probably have nothing to do haha