Can someone double check my shopping list?

Fydaman

Member
I am new to the hobby and HAVE read all 50+ pages of the group build which has inspired me to build a Multi-Rotor.

I would appreciate it if someone could double check my shopping list here and see if you find any issues and if I need to add anything. Thanks in advance.

Quadcopter - DJI F450 W/ Naza V2 & E300 Propulsion system - http://www.heli-world.com/dji-flame-wheel-f450-arf-naza-m-v2-gps-djifwf450h1g1.html

Transmitter - Turnigy 9XR Mode 2 - http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__31544__Turnigy_9XR_Transmitter_Mode_2_No_Module_.html

Receiver & Module - FrSky DF 2.4Ghz Combo - http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__14355__FrSky_DF_2_4Ghz_Combo_Pack_for_JR_w_Module_RX.html

LiPo Charger - Turnigy Accucel - http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/..._6_50W_6A_Balancer_Charger_w_Accessories.html

3s LiPo For Transmitter - Turnigy 3s - http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__8932__Turnigy_2200mAh_3S_20C_Lipo_Pack.html

LiPo For F450 - Turnigy 4s 4400mah - http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__17248__Turnigy_nano_tech_4500mah_4S_35_70C_Lipo_Pack.html

Can you guys think of anything else?
Can anyone reccomend a decent inexpensive gimbal that would accommodate a point and shoot camera AS WELL as a gopro?

As of now. The total of all the items above including Male/Female Servo leads will run about $700 shipped.
 
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Fydaman

Member
I am trying to purchase this today. Does anyone have and help or insight for me? Or know of any Easter sales or coupon codes?
 

jbrumberg

Member
Welcome Fydaman. Did you remember the HK 10 pack of 10 cm 3 pin servo wires to connect the Rx to the FCB? Everyone eels to forget these things.

Good Luck

I did not see the servo wires on the first read. Maybe I am so used to no seeing it on build lists that I am "self-programmed" not to see it at this point.
 
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Fydaman

Member
Thank you JBrumber. I will add it to my list. Do you see anything wrong with this setup? I would hate to order something and have it not be compatible and have to deal with the shipping nightmare. Does anyone have and help or insight for me? Or know of any Easter sales or coupon codes?
 

PeteDee

Mr take no prisoners!
Personally I can't recommend the Turnigy radio, grab a Taranis or a Futaba T8FG used instead.

If you ever plan on using the quad for grabbing video or doing FPV then rethink and get a different more suitable frame.

Cheers

Pete
 

Fydaman

Member
I plan on doing video and FPV with the F450. I see plenty of people being able to get 10 minutes flight times with a gopro and FPV gear. I am sure I will eventually upgrade to the F550, but for now I am doing baby steps. I am also on a budget since I am purchasing everything at one time.

Personally I can't recommend the Turnigy radio, grab a Taranis or a Futaba T8FG used instead.

If you ever plan on using the quad for grabbing video or doing FPV then rethink and get a different more suitable frame.

Cheers

Pete
 

Fydaman

Member
I ended up going with the F550. With everything mentioned above to include all connectors it ran me to a grand total of $855.00
 

PeteDee

Mr take no prisoners!
I plan on doing video and FPV with the F450. I see plenty of people being able to get 10 minutes flight times with a gopro and FPV gear. I am sure I will eventually upgrade to the F550, but for now I am doing baby steps. I am also on a budget since I am purchasing everything at one time.

Don't be so sure about "upgrading" to a 550, mine sits in the corner never to be used again, compact quads are just so much user friendly.
 


Fydaman

Member
I am concerned with the 15amp esc and lifting capabilities.. My 550 says it's going to arrive tomorrow.. So the build starts this weekend :)
 





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