First build

[Wayno52]

Ok guys I really like this for my first build which I will build over my holidays in 4 weeks. Firstly what are your thoughts on frame and secondly what would be ideal parts list to complete and bind with fs-i6? Frame is $49 have batteries and soldering iron now. Hoping to build for around $300 all up. Possible?

 

[Jtrjr]

Wayno,

I don't know if I'd want a micro to be my first build. It seems to me that doing a 5", 200-250mm would be quite a bit easier for a first build. Just my opinion of course but I've built 6-8 quads now and the smaller they are, the tougher they are for me to build. Keep in mind, I never soldered before getting into this hobby about a year ago so that could be part of my hesitation. I think you could put the bird together within the $300 budget using good quality parts. I've put some build lists on this forum noting parts that I've had good luck with, I'll see if I can find one or two and I'll post the links here. I'm using a Taranis radio so I can't help much with receiver info.

Jerry

 

[theGreenOrange]

Frame looks cool (strange they say "true x" on the stretch version). You can make it at $300 i think. For a first build, maybe check out the HGLRC 20mm fly towers. It is a whole stack with pins, no soldering. There are a bunch of versions all the way up to the f428 with an f4 chip and 28A ESCs. Some with built in vtx even.

 

[theGreenOrange]

But yes, Jerry is right, the 3" builds are no joke. Seriously tight quarters. Integrated stack like HGLRC would help make it easier.

 

[Jtrjr]

Wayno,

Here's a link from a while back, see my post number 4.

Jerry

https://droneracingpilots.com/threads/i-need-a-little-advice-from-you-folks.920/

 

[Wayno52]

also like this less build but I think price may blow out?http://www.buzzhobbies.com.au/assets/full/5488.jpg

 

[Wayno52]

Grrr wrong one will try again

 

[Wayno52]

Holybro Shuriken X1 200mm FPV Racing Drone DIY Frame Kit

 

[theGreenOrange]

overpriced and not that great...

You might lime the Norris, yes THE Chuck Norris.

 

[Wayno52]

That worked thanks heaps for your help all. Thinking this would maybe be better option first up as a lot of work already done. But kinda defeats the purpose?

 

[Wayno52]

Chuck Norris frame? Really Green?

 

[theGreenOrange]

would i lie?

SUPERLIGHT 5 INCH (NORRIS EDITION)

 

[theGreenOrange]

That worked thanks heaps for your help all. Thinking this would maybe be better option first up as a lot of work already done. But kinda defeats the purpose?

Don't worry, even with a pinned stack there is still plenty of soldering to do!

 

[Wayno52]

Omg. Can't believe that. It is nice hmmm

 

[theGreenOrange]

That Norris is not the frame i was thinking of actually... now what was the other one called

 

[Wayno52]

Ah ok ta Green. I really like the look of the gep sparrow but maybe a better option is this

 

[Wayno52]

GEP - IX5 Fairy

 

[theGreenOrange]

Pretty tight quarters in there. Have a look at rotorbuilds.com to see some good ideas. Flynoceros, Hyperlite, Catalyst Machineworks, Tomoquads, etc

 

[Wayno52]

Ok Green will do mate. Off to park now for a quick flight or two. Will keep you all informed as I keep looking. Your thoughts and ideas are all very helpful. I have a bit of time to finalise choice and order. Cheers all

 

[theGreenOrange]

This is a good one too

Diatone Crusader GT2 200mm X Frame Kit