Im having a really hard time getting it to fly forward? You can only adjust counter spin. Is there a larger tail rotor I can get?
469313
That back motor is really weak. If there is any kind of breeze, even from a fan, it will just not work. There probably is a better motor you can buy, but that is beyond my knowledge. Best of luck
469314
I was never able to fly this helicopter. It is poorly engineered and I would recommend that you return it and get your money back, if possible.
469315
The best solution and easiest was to add weight....such as coins...inside the nose. This moves the center of gravity forward to give it more forward tilt.
469316
I actually bought this for my nephew. I'm not sure if he's had these issues.Sorry I don't have an answer for you.
2238577
When my son flies his, he very slowly accelerates with the "up" stick and the "right-to-left" stick is useful in maintaining control. It flies even better without the wheels attached.I hope this helps.good luck with your new toy!
846617
Thank you for contacting us. Before you play, please read instruction carefully if you are first time user. When you push the joystick for throttle, please do it slowly. Please don't push too hard. And if possible please play outside and without strong wind. Thank you for asking Cece
638133
I have two suggestions for you. 1. Remove the plastic rotor. Make sure there isn't any hair wrapped around the post. It's amazing what these things can pick up when flying! 2. Purchase a new rotor because yours might be bent, keeping it from rotating. This happened to us before. You couldn't see the bend but when we replaced it, voila! If you've had this helicopter for awhile, it's possible that it's on its last leg. We have had these for several years and one is finally not turning the back rotor and it can't be fixed. We've gotten our money's worth out of it. However, if it's brand new, return it. Hope this helps! I have two suggestions for you. 1. Remove the plastic rotor. Make sure there isn't any hair wrapped around the post. It's amazing what these things can pick up when flying! 2. Purchase a new rotor because yours might be bent, keeping it from rotating. This happened to us before. You couldn't see the bend but when we replaced it, voila! If you've had this helicopter for awhile, it's possible that it's on its last leg. We have had these for several years and one is finally not turning the back rotor and it can't be fixed. We've gotten our money's worth out of it. However, if it's brand new,... » Read More I have two suggestions for you. 1. Remove the plastic rotor. Make sure there isn't any hair wrapped around the post. It's amazing what these things can pick up when flying! 2. Purchase a new rotor because yours might be bent, keeping it from rotating. This happened to us before. You couldn't see the bend but when we replaced it, voila! If you've had this helicopter for awhile, it's possible that it's on its last leg. We have had these for several years and one is finally not turning the back rotor and it can't be fixed. We've gotten our money's worth out of it. However, if it's brand new, return it. Hope this helps! « Show Less
1484292
I first started with a bearings upgrade, which totally changed the feel of the board, then I threw on a set of Gullwing Sidewinder II Trucks, I don't recommend those trucks in particular due to having two kingpins, and the board has a big disadvantage with wheelbite with these trucks, and a bit of speed wobbles. I suggest a set of Paris' or something of the like.First, I'd start with bearings, and just work from there:)
816966
It didn't. I sent it back to them and they tried to blame it on my crashing it. But it never flew. Only flipped over backwards no matter how much trim or forward thrust I used. I have been flying R/C for 40 years. I think I know what to do. They even charged me a 15% restocking fee without offering a replacement. I wouldn't do business with these characters. However, my friend has one that works fine. About 15 minutes a charge. Find a different vendor.
1740092
I had same problem. I was using a 4000psi and it was like a flying saucer! Anyway it stopped spinning and I threw it on the bench and took apart bottom plastic bearing, cleaned it up a bit and tighten back up where it would spin freely by hand. it's kind of adjustable and it worked good again. Not that high of quality.
1139717
When you first wind it up you can rotate it a full rotation, maybe two, against the spring. When you release it that should make it start spinning nice and fast. What I tell people to do is hold it so the spinner is facing down, and imagine there is a laser pointing straight down from the bottom. Without moving your arm, only your wrist, start slowly drawing circles on the floor with the imaginary laser pointer. You will feel resistance against that motion. Push against that resistance as you rotate your wrist and rotate faster and you will be able to speed up the gyro and get the forearm workout you are looking for.
2021142
I would recommend going to a Blade MSR First....it is the next step (intermediate) from a coaxial heli like the Syma 107.....I started flying Heli's back in November on the coaxials (syma). Then I tried the Blade MCX2 (which is a nicer version of the symas.). Then went to the blade MSR which is more advanced, yet you can always let go of the control sticks and it will go back to hover. With the Collective Pitch heli's, such as the nano, you cannot get away with that. I am now love the nano and it is my favorite to fly, but you need to work you way up to it.
1296900
Had similar problem. Out of the box, the copter flew fine (apart from my novice controlling). From the second flight onward, it would not get any higher than a couple of inches off the floor. I trolled the forums to try and solve the issue. I purchased a replacement battery, struggled with the fiddley fitting of it and still not sorted. I've now ordered another copter off amazon 'cos my lad (and me) really want to have one of these working. As a last resort I've just applied a little WD40 (via the WD40 straw) to the cogs and the bottom of the shaft and Hey Presto, works a treat! Looks like me and the boy will be duelling now that i've ordered a second! Hope that this helps anyone with the same issue. Had similar problem. Out of the box, the copter flew fine (apart from my novice controlling). From the second flight onward, it would not get any higher than a couple of inches off the floor. I trolled the forums to try and solve the issue. I purchased a replacement battery, struggled with the fiddley fitting of it and still not sorted. I've now ordered another copter off amazon 'cos my lad (and me) really want to have one of these working. As a last resort I've just applied a little WD40 (via the WD40 straw) to the cogs and the bottom of the shaft and Hey Presto, works a treat! Looks like... » Read More Had similar problem. Out of the box, the copter flew fine (apart from my novice controlling). From the second flight onward, it would not get any higher than a couple of inches off the floor. I trolled the forums to try and solve the issue. I purchased a replacement battery, struggled with the fiddley fitting of it and still not sorted. I've now ordered another copter off amazon 'cos my lad (and me) really want to have one of these working. As a last resort I've just applied a little WD40 (via the WD40 straw) to the cogs and the bottom of the shaft and Hey Presto, works a treat! Looks like me and the boy will be duelling now that i've ordered a second! Hope that this helps anyone with the same issue. « Show Less
698861
Well I'm a beginner. Hadn't play with it in awhile. Just tried it and it spun for 57 seconds before it finally flipped and stopped suddenly. Spins really smooth I think but is a bit smaller than a standard Duncan Butterfly which is what I am more use to. Hope that helps.Dan
1026599
It is true that the real CH-47s have two main rotors (Fwd and Aft) that spin opposite directions but are linked together via sync shafts. This counter-rotation cancels out any torque effect and allows to maximize engine power for lift. The aerodynamics of this toy are obviously different buy keep in mind that there is no flight control closet, or upper dual boost actuators, Longitudinal cyclic trims, etc......But, it does fly well when everything is working properly, and it is a lot of fun, and is about 20 bucks compared to about 30 million. and yes, I am a Chinook pilot and I still have fun chasing my cat around the house with this helicopter (she seems to enjoy it too).
1650423
Couple things that happened to me as well. Solution 1) did you use old batteries to charge it from the controler? If so, replace the batteries and charge again. Also the second time that happened there was some fiber wrapped around the rotor that I had to remove. Other than that, I think it's the best flyer for the price on the market. Hope this helps.
1026597
It is true that the real CH-47s have two main rotors (Fwd and Aft) that spin opposite directions but are linked together via sync shafts. This counter-rotation cancels out any torque effect and allows to maximize engine power for lift. The aerodynamics of this toy are obviously different buy keep in mind that there is no flight control closet, or upper dual boost actuators, Longitudinal cyclic trims, etc......But, it does fly well when everything is working properly, and it is a lot of fun, and is about 20 bucks compared to about 30 million. and yes, I am a Chinook pilot and I still have fun chasing my cat around the house with this helicopter (she seems to enjoy it too). It is true that the real CH-47s have two main rotors (Fwd and Aft) that spin opposite directions but are linked together via sync shafts. This counter-rotation cancels out any torque effect and allows to maximize engine power for lift. The aerodynamics of this toy are obviously different buy keep in mind that there is no flight control closet, or upper dual boost actuators, Longitudinal cyclic trims, etc......But, it does fly well when everything is working properly, and it is a lot of fun, and is about 20 bucks compared to about 30 million. and yes, I am a Chinook pilot and I still have... » Read More It is true that the real CH-47s have two main rotors (Fwd and Aft) that spin opposite directions but are linked together via sync shafts. This counter-rotation cancels out any torque effect and allows to maximize engine power for lift. The aerodynamics of this toy are obviously different buy keep in mind that there is no flight control closet, or upper dual boost actuators, Longitudinal cyclic trims, etc......But, it does fly well when everything is working properly, and it is a lot of fun, and is about 20 bucks compared to about 30 million. and yes, I am a Chinook pilot and I still have fun chasing my cat around the house with this helicopter (she seems to enjoy it too). « Show Less
2128563
I haven't had the trim backwards problem. I have been able to just use the trim levers on the control. You could adjust the linkage that moves when you pull the forward and back lever to give more forward movement than backward. AS for the spin. I did have to replace my tail rotor motor once because it was not working right. They are known for needing new tail rotor motors. It comes with the whole tail shaft and motor attached.
911857
Ask Amazon if they'll take it back, but at this point probably not, they figure you've crashed it enough that you are the problem. I bought a second one without a control box, and installed a new rotor, this way you have one to look at that is fine. Now I have two. Fly one then the other, neither engine getting too hot. If you're going to get into this, you are not just the pilot but the ground crew too. Stuff happens...
2032433
I looked at mine and there is no way to reverse the motor. It spins on way and one way only. Why would you need to reverse it anyways?