Would painting the blades (e.g. orange, so they're easier to find when they fall off) throw off the balance and affect flight?
1108335
A super light 1 coat pass may work. Possibly a marker that doesn't bead off, could be a better option for the white blades. As long as you match the rotation of the blades to the rotation of the motors, you can use all white blades. (motors and blades are marked A or B) The blades are fairly precise plastic, and get beat up pretty easy after a handful of crashes, so extra sets are highly recommended, and rather inexpensive also...
1108336
On larger copters, some people try dying the blades. Sharpie might work but no paint. Blades are very sensitive to balance.
1108337
Hmmm... I am not sure. I do not think so, but it comes with 4 extra blades, so if it does, you have 4 extras or you could just order 4 extra.
1108338
I can't say for sure. It would depend on the paint used I'm sure... I can safely say that the propellers balanced in some way. Swapping a white and black propeller causes issues when flying so it seems to be that the size or weight may be a factor. Hope this helps.
1108339
I wouldnt recommend paint as it.would go on unevenly and thick. Maybe a red sharpie would be better.
731877
You will have to paint it, but it is a cool airplane. It is a two toned, but easy to do. (just a hint...I use electrician tape for masking. No residue when removed!.) Hope this helps!
1275964
there were some areas of over spray on the paint job and the handle was a little loose. i would not recommend any heavy contact with the sword, but use as ornamental should be fine. a little carpenters glue took care of the handle.
519190
No, not balanced. I sanded until I was black all over. Then flight #1, one prop clipped prop gard, destroyed 3/4 props on crash. Likely not fault of prop, but your answer is no, not balanced out of box.
6804
No sir. The blades need to be just loose enough for them to straighten out when they rotate so that they automatically balance outward. If tightened, their is a good chance that they wouldn't be perfectly straight, causing and out of balance rotation. I haven't made any adjustments to mine, and it flies quite well.
1831669
There are usually instructions with the balancers if not you tube has a wealth of knowledge on propeller balancing, there are a few ways to do it but the sanding method is the best way.
669390
I have 3 of these and I can say that on take off the blades never spin exactly the same. Try a windless day and give yourself plenty of room then give it enough to get 8 foot in the air and you will find with some practice you will gain control. It is not something that happens in the first 3 or 4 tries. My hope is you have not given it enough power to really get in the air.
1550635
It did not, for me, but I am thinking the jello effect is due to the cross piece no longer solid with the body. ( Due to many crashes. ) So the camera is actually wobbling a bit, during flight. I did not have jello when the drone was new. Or at least not noticeable to me, like it is now. As a side note, it may be a good idea to balance the blades. I have seen many people mention this before. I have not bothered to take the time yet...
2268926
If by wings, you mean the blades, they should not droop. The kit should have come with extra blades, are they damaged as well?
1135254
I don't think so. I think the blades will droop when the humidity gets high.
1596148
According to a post on the tohokingdom.com forum, the problem with the wings have been fixed:http://www.tohokingdom.com/forum/viewtopic.php?p=636792&sid;=4a735bfc01cd76ac66fb1f15a033bd3aI'm not sure how much of a fix they did, but I just received mine last month (Jan 2014) and the wings didn't break off when I flexed them (I did handle them from the base though). The left wing still seems to sag a bit though. Part of the original problem was the double hinge they used.
2174599
No, you will have to use an air compressor to remove dust from the blade which will work just fine.
1074700
I doubt it. The gases would pass directly past the blades, and maybe the motor (not sure what it looks like inside), possibly corroding everything in their path.
1877475
Yes and no. It is actually more durable than many of blades models. However, it is not as durable as the ones you would get from on of those stands at the mall. It was made for someone that knows how to fly. It will survive a few accidents.
916491
Along with the charger you may want to purchase extra propellers and feet. Yes they do break! Within the first 5 minutes of use, the copter feel approx. 10' from the air and broke. After weeks of trying to get in touch with the company, they said they would send 1 replacement part "this time" but not after that ..... For a copter that they show as unbreakable. And by the way, after 3 weeks, we still have not seen the part.
479805
You would need blade oil and a VERY soft cloth so the paint doesnt get removed any worse
905140
It balances sideways and not blade skyward, as we need to belly dance balance with. The answer is no... it won't work. Your best bet is to look for a Kilij or Talwar prop (or if you can afford it, antique) sword. Both of these are generally balanced for fighting and point skyward when put on your head. I use an antique Talwar schimitar in my set and have for over 10 years and it balances perfectly. I hope this helps! On review of this sword, its BEAUTIFUL. I'm so glad I added it to my collection!