rcdude07
12-29-2009, 07:35 PM
If you're like me, you have multiple TXs and it's hard to transport them as individual units. Years ago my dad made us a TX case to transport our 72MHz Futaba and Airtronics TXs. For Christmas I asked for a TX case capable of carrying 2 TXs (Dx6i and E-Flite 4 channel 72MHz). I received such a case and here is the how-to to make your own TX case without paying the large amount of monies for a branded case.
My TX case specifications:
Plano Gun Guard SE Series Four Pistol/Accessory Case
Outer Dimensions: 17.1"x14.86"x5.75"
Inner Dimensions: 16.5"x14.25"x5.25"
Attached are pics of the steps. Also see my photo album of the operation.
How to Make Your Own TX Case
Purchase a gun case.
Lay the TXs on the first layer of foam and draw an outline of the TXs on the foam.
Using a sharp knife or scissors (I used a brand new X-Acto knife blade) cut the outlined area out. I recommend trying to make the cutouts as universal as possible for your multiple TXs.
Lay the TXs in the cutout area and adjust the cutout as need to ensure no pressure is on the switches and antenna.
Cut out the bottom layer of foam enough for the handle bar to lay down and allow the TXs to lay lower in the foam.
Find where the control sticks, neck strap attachment, trim tabs, power button, etc..., poke the foam on the top of the case when closed.
Cut out enough foam from the top of the box to ensure the control sticks, trim tabs, etc... are not being touched or has any amount of pressure from the foam.
Put some sort of identifying mark on the outside of the case. I use a label with my last name and AMA number near the handle. A unique graphic or paint job does the job as well. All the events I've been to allow you to impound the case with the TXs inside, so the identifying mark will help identify your case when impounding during a large event (Joe Nall, SEFF, NEAT, Club Fun-Fly, Club Open House, etc...).
My TX case specifications:
Plano Gun Guard SE Series Four Pistol/Accessory Case
Outer Dimensions: 17.1"x14.86"x5.75"
Inner Dimensions: 16.5"x14.25"x5.25"
Attached are pics of the steps. Also see my photo album of the operation.
How to Make Your Own TX Case
Purchase a gun case.
Lay the TXs on the first layer of foam and draw an outline of the TXs on the foam.
Using a sharp knife or scissors (I used a brand new X-Acto knife blade) cut the outlined area out. I recommend trying to make the cutouts as universal as possible for your multiple TXs.
Lay the TXs in the cutout area and adjust the cutout as need to ensure no pressure is on the switches and antenna.
Cut out the bottom layer of foam enough for the handle bar to lay down and allow the TXs to lay lower in the foam.
Find where the control sticks, neck strap attachment, trim tabs, power button, etc..., poke the foam on the top of the case when closed.
Cut out enough foam from the top of the box to ensure the control sticks, trim tabs, etc... are not being touched or has any amount of pressure from the foam.
Put some sort of identifying mark on the outside of the case. I use a label with my last name and AMA number near the handle. A unique graphic or paint job does the job as well. All the events I've been to allow you to impound the case with the TXs inside, so the identifying mark will help identify your case when impounding during a large event (Joe Nall, SEFF, NEAT, Club Fun-Fly, Club Open House, etc...).