It seems to be much easier with the post mini 2's because of the collar on the motors to align the props and hold them in place while you screw them in, my mini 2 se doesn't have them and I always change both props on any arm because IMO at the speed they are turning if the leading edge of one prop strikes something it's safe to assume that the other has even though it might not (yet) show signs of any damage. I bought a 5" Phillips #0 screwdriver, and it works very well.
Awaiting the arrival of some I already purchase off Amazon, after a 'turtle incident' on a church roof, that resulted in the drone sitting upside on said roof for a full night, in the rain. The drone is now fully functional after some drying out, just waiting on the props to arrive today. Great and simple video. Thanks.
Clean, smooth leading and trailing edges ensure your flight configuration. I just changed mine out for the second time. The first time was a result of rooky operator error. The second, just maintenance. You will be surprised how much attrition occurs simply from tiny blades of grass. I am opting for hand launching more and more often now. I think too that the rubber tips are prone to damage simply from stowing in a case and the rubbing and touching that occur when you prep it or fold it. The best way to maintain them would be to never fold them but a little unrealistic for the majority of people.
Ordered the exact same set due to your recommendation after some minor curb incident with my props. Cannot tell you how much easier it is to change them compared with the DJI provided one. Best regards to you, you really saved nerves.
Excellent guide. Loved it, subbed it! Do you have a prop manufacturer preference? I have seen some advertised as quiter or made of lighter materials but dont know if its BS.
No freaking way the screwing is that easy. WHATTT . I stripped 3 screws and spent 6 hours trying to figure out a way to get them off. i tried everything
I find the screws rather small/fiddley with my eyesight/glasses and hand size; I wouldn't want to replace propellors in the field. For ease/speed , and to avoid a screw cross thread , I first place a screw in the propellor, hold it there with the screwdriver while lowering the whole assembly (vertically) onto the motor shaft and then tighten.
I just got some airscrew props and found your video since I wasn't sure how hard to turn the prop screws. Mine are tightern' the hinges of hell. Do you have an opinion on the airscrew props and whether, in your experience, they are worth bothering with? And thanks for sharing!
If I damage only one propeller, do I need to change the pair? I read in the DJI instrctions do not mix propellers from different sets. Thank you for this very useful tutorial.
I haven't seen any 3rd party options for better screws, seems like the metal is too soft, bin the screwdriver that comes with the drone and use a good screw driver makes a huge difference.
@@JTechWP Amazing thanks man, really appreciate it. I've run into a situation today where I just bought a better screwdriver and it helped immensely, but 3 of the 8 screws aren't seating all the way. Any ideas why that would be (I tried several different screws, the problem appears to be inherent to where the screw threads in)?
Hi Rohit, you could try putting an elastic band over the screw, push down hard with the screw driver, that may give it more grip then replace with a new screw.
It's a really handy set, works great on mini 3 props, good for taking laptops and computers apart too. Surprised how much I use it. Removing Hard drives and fitting SSDs in clients' laptops. Fixing printers. Ideal if you're into tech :)
The screws were tightened by DJI in the factory far too tight. I just tried to unscrew with the supplied screwdriver and it's useless. Why couldn't DJI use the same method they had on the original Mavic Pro, where you didn't even need a screwdriver.
They were on very tight because dji uses thread locker so the screws don’t back out. And its becoming common knowledge that you would never use the screw driver that dji sends. i think even had a rep say the same thing.
I did not mean the screws yep tight is standard i mean the movement in the prop yes it has to spin freely but up down movement .eg my new air screw master props feel like they move very freely at the spindle point .Thanks
@@JTechWP Thx for replying. I've a decent screwdriver but I think the screws have already been rounded a bit by the old one and i didn't even struggle with it much cos i feared this would happen. Anything i can do?
The screw driver that comes with the drone is bad. If you can get a better screwdriver 🪛 it makes a big difference. I tried with the Dji screwdriver and it started stripping the screw head
Mine had locktite on them, if they are proper stuck you could use a hair dryer and apply some heat to loosen them up. Having the right screw driver makes all the difference
Okay but you didn’t tell us where to get new props…. And if you used the same screws if they weren’t damaged or used aftermarket screws you should use loctite/thread locker blue/medium.
The piece of crap screwdriver provided by DJI is stripping the propeller screws. I hope DJI addresses this soon or many customers will be forced to return their units for repair to remove the propeller screws that are either stripped or stuck. It shouldn't be this difficult since the propellers will have to be frequently replaced.
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For us older people what helped me was a bright light the one I used was the one that you wear.around your head BIG help
Glad it helped
Thank You, this is the goofiest thing about this drone, its not too easy to replace these.
The right screw driver helps :)
It seems to be much easier with the post mini 2's because of the collar on the motors to align the props and hold them in place while you screw them in, my mini 2 se doesn't have them and I always change both props on any arm because IMO at the speed they are turning if the leading edge of one prop strikes something it's safe to assume that the other has even though it might not (yet) show signs of any damage. I bought a 5" Phillips #0 screwdriver, and it works very well.
Changing both props is good practice, they are pretty cheap to replace and its better than risking the drone falling from the sky :)
Awaiting the arrival of some I already purchase off Amazon, after a 'turtle incident' on a church roof, that resulted in the drone sitting upside on said roof for a full night, in the rain. The drone is now fully functional after some drying out, just waiting on the props to arrive today. Great and simple video. Thanks.
Glad your drone is okay :)
Always keep a spare set of props in your flight case :)
Man these things are a pain to replace.
yeah, the dji screw driver is so bad
I kind of fucked up the whole thing.
Clean, smooth leading and trailing edges ensure your flight configuration. I just changed mine out for the second time. The first time was a result of rooky operator error. The second, just maintenance. You will be surprised how much attrition occurs simply from tiny blades of grass. I am opting for hand launching more and more often now. I think too that the rubber tips are prone to damage simply from stowing in a case and the rubbing and touching that occur when you prep it or fold it. The best way to maintain them would be to never fold them but a little unrealistic for the majority of people.
and they are cheap to replace too
Ordered the exact same set due to your recommendation after some minor curb incident with my props.
Cannot tell you how much easier it is to change them compared with the DJI provided one.
Best regards to you, you really saved nerves.
Great, right tool for the job is so important :)
@@JTechWP Indeed it is, yet you wonder how bad can you fail with a screw driver? 🤦
seems more like a commercial for that screwdriver instead of a propeller changing guide
the DJI included screw driver is great for stripping screw heads, this is the one I use which works great so thats why i recommend it to DJI owners ;)
Very helpful video, Jon. What size screwdriver do you use? Also, it would be great to see more "How to videos on your channel". Thank you.
2.0 Philips head "Deyard" filming lots of new content. Any requests ?
Buy a wiha 8pc philips/flat head set you wont regret it! I own two and i use them for all these little screws.
Excellent guide. Loved it, subbed it! Do you have a prop manufacturer preference? I have seen some advertised as quiter or made of lighter materials but dont know if its BS.
I use the standard DJI props they work perfect
No freaking way the screwing is that easy. WHATTT . I stripped 3 screws and spent 6 hours trying to figure out a way to get them off. i tried everything
Did you use the Dji screw driver ?
@@JTechWP No. I have multiple presicion screw sets and I think I used one that was too small.
Thankyou most helpful video
Most welcome 😊
thank you for this tutorials
You're very welcome!
I find the screws rather small/fiddley with my eyesight/glasses and hand size; I wouldn't want to replace propellors in the field. For ease/speed , and to avoid a screw cross thread , I first place a screw in the propellor, hold it there with the screwdriver while lowering the whole assembly (vertically) onto the motor shaft and then tighten.
They are tiny screws for sure
It does not take a few munutes when the come factory tight..my hand are hurting, and i managed to remove 1 in an hour!
having the right screw driver and a bigger handle gives you more leverage. Best place for the included one is the bin.
Helpfullllllll❤️✌️
Glad to hear that
I just got some airscrew props and found your video since I wasn't sure how hard to turn the prop screws. Mine are tightern' the hinges of hell. Do you have an opinion on the airscrew props and whether, in your experience, they are worth bothering with? And thanks for sharing!
I just use the standard props that came with it. Waiting to see if anyone manufacturers Toroidal propellors that will be a game changer
Thank you
You're welcome
What exactly is the scew driver tip needed? Philips? Cross-point etc., ?
Philips 2.0 is what I use
Great video. Can you tell us which screwdriver in the set did you use? Can you tell us as the little heads have names
2.0
@@JTechWP thanks very much
My props had blue locktite on them from the factory. The new screws don't have that.
I can't get the screws off of two of my motors....
Hi Brandon, are you using the Dji screw driver ?
@@JTechWP yep. That useless tiny little grey one . I learned my lesson there.
Can you remove the metal covering on the motor??
I'd send it off to DJI for that
Good to know Jon, many thanks for sharing the info - many thanks for sharing the the info and you have a new subscriber :)
Thanks for the sub!
Thanks for this. It is my understanding that when you change the props you have to change the screws too. This is according to DJI. Is that the case?
Changing the screws is recommended, the old ones could potentially have cracks after a crash / damage
Tnkd
:)
If I damage only one propeller, do I need to change the pair?
I read in the DJI instrctions do not mix propellers from different sets.
Thank you for this very useful tutorial.
Change the pair
How many cost for four propeller sir ?
Why do these screws strip so easily? Is there a more robust replacement option for the screw itself, i.e., just something of higher quality?
I haven't seen any 3rd party options for better screws, seems like the metal is too soft, bin the screwdriver that comes with the drone and use a good screw driver makes a huge difference.
@@JTechWP Amazing thanks man, really appreciate it. I've run into a situation today where I just bought a better screwdriver and it helped immensely, but 3 of the 8 screws aren't seating all the way. Any ideas why that would be (I tried several different screws, the problem appears to be inherent to where the screw threads in)?
@@JasonActualization the link in the description is the one i use, fits perfect, you could try applying heat with a hair dryer too.
hiya!,interesting done!catch you later,=)
Thanks for coming
How can I get a stripped screw off of My mini 3 pro propeller?
Hi Rohit, you could try putting an elastic band over the screw, push down hard with the screw driver, that may give it more grip then replace with a new screw.
@@JTechWP Ok wil try that thank you.
Thanks man
You're welcome!
What made you choose that screwdriver set out of the vast amount on Amazon with higher reviews. Have ordered one anyway just curious.
It's a really handy set, works great on mini 3 props, good for taking laptops and computers apart too. Surprised how much I use it. Removing Hard drives and fitting SSDs in clients' laptops. Fixing printers. Ideal if you're into tech :)
The screws were tightened by DJI in the factory far too tight. I just tried to unscrew with the supplied screwdriver and it's useless. Why couldn't DJI use the same method they had on the original Mavic Pro, where you didn't even need a screwdriver.
They were on very tight because dji uses thread locker so the screws don’t back out. And its becoming common knowledge that you would never use the screw driver that dji sends. i think even had a rep say the same thing.
The DJI screwdriver is so bad, thread stripper bad
What should I do if I stripped the screws? I can’t get them off
@@DanielsWorking throw the whole thing away, its done.
Same thing happened 😢
thx buddy!
Any time
Hi, thanks for the recommendation! Which size ‘bit’ did you use to take of the screw. Don’t want to ‘wear’ it more than I already have! 😅
2.0
Which screwdriver head did you use because that’s the important part??
Do one sizes fit all?
2.0 works really well, thats the standard size for props on the mini 3 pro
Isn't the props supposed to have numbers on them
No numbers on the props, pack shows which arm they should be mounted on
when you screw the new props back on should they have a free movement feel eg screw is fully down but they are quite lose around the spindle center ??
my screws were tight after adding the new screw
I did not mean the screws yep tight is standard i mean the movement in the prop yes it has to spin freely but up down movement .eg my new air screw master props feel like they move very freely at the spindle point .Thanks
Going to put the new screw on and i get about a full turn and it starts to get tight. Normal?
Its a few turns, check you didnt cross thread it
What size bit do you use out of that toolbox?
2.0
Does mini 3 and mini 3 pro propper are same
same
You removed the screw so easily? Mine is on very tight I’m afraid it will strip the screw
Hi Beer, the screws are very tight, dont use the DJI screwdriver its terrible, this is why i recommend a good screwdriver instead.
I cant untighten my props. please help. the supplied screwdriver isnt taking. they may have been tightened too much
bin the supplied one its awful, get a better screwdriver. Supplied one with round the screw heads off
@@JTechWP Thx for replying. I've a decent screwdriver but I think the screws have already been rounded a bit by the old one and i didn't even struggle with it much cos i feared this would happen. Anything i can do?
Hi what size is the screw driver tip you are using?
2.0
Why is it that mine is so hard to rotate?
Get a good screw driver is the key 🔑 to success with prop screws . Dji glues them in place
I'm having trouble loosening the screws. I don't want to strip the heads.
The screw driver that comes with the drone is bad. If you can get a better screwdriver 🪛 it makes a big difference. I tried with the Dji screwdriver and it started stripping the screw head
@@JTechWP That's was my experience as well. I've ordered a set like yours and will give it a try. Thanks for the response.
Where can you purchase the screwdriver used in the video?
geni.us/deyardscrewdriver (amazon)
Not helpful for changing screws where the factory put locktite on the screws.
Mine had locktite on them, if they are proper stuck you could use a hair dryer and apply some heat to loosen them up. Having the right screw driver makes all the difference
Okay but you didn’t tell us where to get new props…. And if you used the same screws if they weren’t damaged or used aftermarket screws you should use loctite/thread locker blue/medium.
DJI store, or on Amazon links in the video description geni.us/djimini3proprops
It looks very easy but it isn't, especially when the screws are quite tight
Having the right screwdriver 🪛 makes a huge difference, standard one is terrible
I am using the one I received with the propellers. Does this mean that the screwdriver coming with the propellers isn't the right one? @@JTechWP
It would have been more useful to show us which way up the blades should go
Thanks will show it better in future videos
The piece of crap screwdriver provided by DJI is stripping the propeller screws. I hope DJI addresses this soon or many customers will be forced to return their units for repair to remove the propeller screws that are either stripped or stuck. It shouldn't be this difficult since the propellers will have to be frequently replaced.
Bin the DJI screwdriver, it causes so much damage to the screw head
Read on Reddit people are sending their aircraft back and for about $75 (80 USD now) to repair the screw messes. .
Give up on mine piece of crap, they’re so hard to undo, 2 came out fine the other 2 no chance they’re rounded now 🤬🤬🤬
It would be better if DJI didnt include the crappy head stripping screw driver. Or at least put the correct size in the box