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Old 10-03-2011 | 08:35 AM
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Default Tailwheel Steering

Hey Guys,
Whats the advantage or disadvantage to using 'direct' linkage to the tailwheel vs. using springs? Have a model which has only 30 degrees max. on the rudder. I've tried 4-5 different springs with different tensions, but there's always too much play in them to give this plane any reasonable ground steering. I'm considering using ball links and rods to tie the steering arm to the tailwheel. I don't see that done often and wanted to know if this is a good idea or not. Thanks!
HM