Tail boom splitting... Replace, mod or patch???

[nicobec]

If it is the mcpx V2 you must simply cut the rod down to the same length as the stock boom as the v2 has like been programmed only to work with that legh of rod/thrust that will be delivered from the stock tail as the mcpx v2 has a digital gyro which is dialled into the stock boom length/power output

I have a V2 with the extended boom(150mm) and have noticed some wag when I am flying sideways or with the wind from the side, could this be the cause?

[Gecko501]

ok purchased both the 3mm and the 1.5mm so I have it to hand and will keep in mind the weight. Will let you know how I get on.... thanks again all

[Gecko501]

Ok working on mod now and also putting on a new skid with boom support... Is the boom support a good idea or should I leave it off? Asking as will need to fit it over the tail wires... Ie boom then wires then some heat shrink then the boom support bracket... Will that work?

[animal47]

My boom support was more trouble than it was worth, virtually every crash made the skids pop out but since removing the boom support they have been fine.

[Gecko501]

Yup I've left if off for now just wondering of anyone highly recommends using one

[Gecko501]

Here a few pics of the end result... Still need to shrink the heat shrink some more.....

Anyone know if there is a sticky for this mod? If not I'm happy to do a write up adding in all the tips I got from you guys

[BavarianRob]

Looking good Gecko, but I'd tidy those wires up round the tail, get them round the back of the tail fin.

I know you might not want to hear this but that nice looking carbon fibre tail fin you have is made of cheese. I have one and have broken it three times. I've taken it off now which is a bit frustrating as it looks a treat.

[Gecko501]

Oh geez took it out in the wind today after two batteries I was loving the ability to fly if fairly gusty situations.... And then it just went nuts!!!

The tail kept kicking out, I think the motor was coming out of the motor mount but doesn't matter as came crashing down!!! Skids broken!!!

I could do a repair but any suggestions on glue for carbon fibre.. Link please.
Also any suggestions on a motor mount?

[David Drew]

OK, just done in my first - and certainly not my last - boom.

Thanks for all the advice above. So far, I have bought a new boom/motor assembly so I can simply plug that in again and fly. The plan is then to buy some carbon rod and replace the boom with original parts so I have a spare.

Things to remember? 1) Watch the wire insulation. Heatshrink. 2) File a D on the boom to stop rotation. 3)Take wires out of the motor mount hole and resolder the motor back on.

Varying advice above about the boom length. Original is 125mm and it's a V2. Is it worth lengthening it? Reckon I'll keep it standard for the time being.

All the best

[Delarado]

I lengthened mine to as long as i possibly could with the length of wire, its probably about 170mm. Flies fine.

[David Drew]

Sweet !

Bought some 2mm rod. Tight enough in the motor mount & frame not to need a D carving in it.

I wasn't confident enough to de-solder either the plug or motor so cut the wires where I had accidentally taken off some enamel and re-soldered there.

Some light insulation tape around the boom in a couple of places and JOB DONE.

Skittish little beasts aren't they?

[Gecko501]

Looking good Gecko, but I'd tidy those wires up round the tail, get them round the back of the tail fin.

I know you might not want to hear this but that nice looking carbon fibre tail fin you have is made of cheese. I have one and have broken it three times. I've taken it off now which is a bit frustrating as it looks a treat.

agghhhhhhhhhhhh thanks Rob you jinxed my tail fin! back to stock for now!!

[BavarianRob]

Ha ha, sorry mate, not my fault, they're just rrrrrrrubbish! I know I've been there and got the t shirt!

[Gecko501]

Hey guys are u able to buy a tail motor on it own?

[UKHelibob]

Hey guys are u able to buy a tail motor on it own?

The MCX2 counter-clockwise motor is a direct replacement