Converting 27Mhz Tx to 72Mhz

[lefeur]

I have my 3 channel Hobby Zone Tx that came with my Aerobird. Since I lost my Aerobird :( the Tx is just sitting there. I was wondering if there is an easy way to convert the frequency to the more standard 72MHz so that it is compatible with a HiTec 555 Rx. Can I just change the crystal? I know next to nothing about electronics. I can solder just good enough to not get a short on a board. Looks like crap, though. I don't care if I ruin the Tx trying to convert it since it's of no use in it's current state.

[Miami Mike]

Sorry, no. Forget it.

[Mr.RC-CAM]

It is not practical to change a 27Mhz Tx to 72Mhz. The changes are so dramatic that a new circuit board would be needed.

RC-CAM

[Kwok_Yu]

Isn't it actually illegal to modify the transmitter? Even swapping the crystal? I believe only modules can be swapped. The question is not if you destroy your own Tx, but other peoples plane you will knock out of the air.

[vintage1]

Correct. Technically any modded TX should be passed through a test procedure to check its within spec.

Sell the TX on Ebay, and buy a 72Mhz one.

Or buy a 27Mhz receiver and fly that. I am pretty sure its legal to fly 27Mhz.

[simingx]

Yup, buying a 27MHz receiver would be the easiest way... Or save it for a sloper.. :D

[lefeur]

Thanx for the info. I did some research and HiTec sells a 3Ch. 27Mhz receiver. I think I'll go that route.