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Old 01-28-2003, 04:19 PM
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Default Firebird XL question...

Can the fishing line that controls the v-tail surfaces be replaced? I can't see a way to get into the fuse to replace them, and it seems that they would eventually wear out where they come out of the tail boom.
Old 01-29-2003, 01:39 PM
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Default Firebird XL question...

They probably will not wear out, but if something happens, you have to open the canopy, take out the styro braces, and pull out the circuit board where the "servo" (not really a true servo) is. It is a real bear to do, and tough to get back together, but it can be done. the board barely fits out the canopy, but it will come out.

Hope this helps!

PS you can also just buy a new Fuselage set for about 40 dollars, just be sure to get the right channel.
Old 01-29-2003, 02:15 PM
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Default Firebird XL question...

That's pretty much what I thougt. I think I would opt for the new fuse over a nervous breakdown trying to fish that junk out of there. Thanks.
Old 01-29-2003, 07:01 PM
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Default just one more question

Anybody know how long the 8-AA's in the Firebird XL are supposed to last?
Old 01-29-2003, 07:21 PM
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Default Firebird XL question...

Doesn't the XL take a 6 cell baterry? Or have they came out with a 8 cell pack that will fit in it? The 6 cell lasts about 15-20 minutes depending on throttle managemnt.
Old 01-29-2003, 07:23 PM
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Default Firebird XL question...

Sorry, I meant the 8 AA's in the fbd xl transmitter.
Old 01-29-2003, 07:31 PM
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Default I got about 6 hours

My batts lasted 6 hours ... about as long as the plane did

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