Newbie from W. PA

Knirps

New Member
Hello

I am a long time RC flyer that has a little bit of time on heli's. I was looking into doing fpv and thought that the multirotors would be the best for me since I am not a speed freak. I was thinking that I would start out with a tricopter or quad and then upgrade to the fpv (GoPro camera) system. My problem is that funds are a little limited and would like to keep this simple. I am a good scratch builder and figured that I could DIY the frame and motor mounts. I also figured that building a larger/longer arm frame would be best for me. I like taking this type of thing low and slow.



Now my questions:
  • Is the tricopter good for a fpv platform? I saw a great video on RCUniverse using the tricopter.
  • Can you recommend an up to date build thread on the proper lower end purchases? I was thinking that I could upgrade later to a Y6 if more lift was needed for the fpv system.
  • I was thinking of starting out with a KK or multiwii system. Best place to buy these or other types of boards prebuilt? No way that I could build a board from scratch. There are so many web sites that I am getting confused on what is the most up to date info.
  • Anyone from W. PA or E. OH that would let me come by to see your setup? I do not know of anyone locally flying these.
I know you guys have probably have gone though this before so if you could just give me some links I would greatly appreciate it.

Thanks in advance.
 

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