BeastX Tipping Left - Resolved

[Mslater]

After chasing a problem with my BeastX for a couple of weeks where it would tip left randomly in a hover and in flight.

Checked all connections and re-plugged everything but no change. After changing all the bearings and still having a problem it turned out to be the mounting pad.

Even though the pad seemed fine and the heli had been flying perfectly for 6 months previous it suddenly started to tip randomly. The problem was getting worse on every flight.


So if you are having a similar problem it could well be the pad has become contaminated and just wants a change. Things that cause this are nitro smoke or being out in direct sunlight or anywhere else that could cause the pad to dry out.


Many thanks to Aidi at Climbout for taking the time to talk through the problem.

[Si_B]

Did you replace the pad with a new Beast X one, or use a different tape ??

[Mslater]

Did you replace the pad with a new Beast X one, or use a different tape ??

I replaced with exactly the same pad, just a new one. I had to be sure it was the only change made so as to proove the solution.

Nb used White beastx pad with centre removed.

[Kwickkwack]

Spoke with Aide this morning regarding my problem, and he told me he had spoken to you ,
I will be sending my unit back to him to check, and then refit it once it is returned and I have sorted the damage. like you, quick response from Aide and looking forward to getting this sorted.

[Si_B]

My 700 was running a brand new beast x on the white tape with the center still in place. I'm sure my uncommanded input was due to vibes and a rich engine. I'm going to go with two layers of the maplins tape and see how I get on. Got everything ready, but will run it without any mains or tails on the deck to see if I can spot any vibes affecting the beast x.

[Paulo uk]

I was having roll issues on a 700n. A friend at the field told me to go with a much thinner pad than stock - maybe 1/3 thickness. Haven't looked back since.

Paul