First Quadcopter Build

Ok, so at this point I am cramming the last few steps together after receiving my motors from Hobby King in China.  At the time I am writing this I have already accomplished my maiden flight/crash test.  Basically, these are the final steps I took prior to getting her out and in the air:1.  Mounted motors - I used 2 sheets of some tub lining rubber I had...

Not sure how many steps this is going to take...hopefully just a few more!  Just waiting on the motors from Hobby King.  Will try not to order from China on the next build.The arms are attached to the frame with 8 bolts total.  4 of those 8 bolts are used to hold the power distribution board and Copter Control board in place as well.  The motor mounts...

In the next part of putting this copter together I measured and drilled mounting holes to connect the frame and motor mounts to the 1/2" aluminum arms.  I also used a .pdf template  to drill mounting holes for the Copter Control board and the power distribution board.  The holes in the power distribution board were not a perfect match for the CC board...

After researching a few power distribution options, I chose the DIY Drones power distribution board .  It is a nice, clean little board and it was really easy to solder together with the included deans ultra plug connectors.  The battery will be connected via 4mm banana connectors.  The red stuff on the bottom of the main power connectors is liquid electr...

For my second step, I chose to measure, cut, and test fit the 1/2 inch square aluminum arms.  I cut one piece to a length of 24" and it will pass all the way through the center of the frame, serving as two of the four arms.  For the remaining 2 arms, I cut two lengths of aluminum to 11 3/4".  I also chose to use basswood inserts to help strengthen...

This is my first ever quad copter build, as well as the first time using copter control.  I will log the whole build here, and in more detail on my own website.  I am still waiting on a few parts, but I am ready to start building the frame.  I will be using the Blue Sky RC xRotor Mega Sport Quad frame.  Here's what the parts look like before assembly:...