Ahsan posted on November 26, 2010 09:38
If you already have your own radio, receiver, and electronics you should be able to install them into the trainer without any problems, they go in just like the Nitro Trainer. Remember you will only need 3 servos (the motor is controlled by the speed controller so you do not need a throttle servo so if you have a flight pack with 4 servos you can keep on one hand as a spare.
If you don't have a radio then I recommend picking up the Hitec Optic 6 Sport 2.4 ghz system:
http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXYWL8&P=V
If you are getting into R/C make sure you go with a 2.4GHZ system, not the old 72 Mhz (people are getting rid of these left and right and they are pretty much useless right now). I like the hitec because its a really good NAME BRAND radio for a very good price. Their are alternatives, like Futaba and JR but these cost more and generally aren't any BETTER than the Hitec in terms of performance. 6 Channel receivers are about $50.00 which is deal considering Futaba RX generally start at around $90.00 or more.
IF you believe that you are going to be flying for the LONG TERM, consider getting the AURORA 9, this is a great radio that has many advance features you can use for years to come as your flying progresses:
http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXXCZ5&P=ML
PLEASE STAY AWAY FROM THE SPECTRUM RADIOS / RX / MODULES. I have personally seen WAY too many issues with these radios loosing signals and resulting in crashes. They pose a danager to you and others around you, Spectrum is coming out with DSM3 that solves many of these issues, however, until they do, stick with Futaba & Hitec.
I don't recommend going with Chinese Modules such as the ASSAN / FrSky because they are usually out of stock and take months to replenish and also have problems that are left unanswered by the manufacturer. Its also common for these manufacturers to release a new version that is not backwards compatible with the previous hardware revisions rendering your older receivers/transmitter modules completely useless (NOTE: Spectrum also seems to have this issue, as DSM1 / DSM2 and DSM3 do not work with each other and require new radios/modules).
Well that is all the stuff you need to get airborne, you'll need some screws and nylon spacers to fabricate your motor mount, these are available from hardware stores such as GOOD WOOD Hardware on Jefferson high way in the screws/nuts section. You can also try the Home Depot for these supplies.
The total cost to setup your trainer will run you about $375-$600.00 depending on weather or not your need a Radio System and power supply. But you will have purchased the "fuel" to fly your trainer for the next 250 flights and saved yourself a bundle when it comes to fuel cost.
Until Next Time,
Ahsan Shams