Originally Posted by
DiscoWings
the 2 experiments I tried simply required way more pressure than air, also polyureathane tubing would burst. Unless you are dealing with small retracts, we are talking about 20lb plane hydraulics will give you a lot of problems.
You need 300 psi to drive hydraulics properly, then you need to find the correct equipment to handle this pressure. Just not worth it.
Agree with Disco here. Hydraulics are not meant for small scale tasks. Ask the CARF A-4 and Mig-29 owners. The lines eventually soften and deform, theres always risk of leaks. If at all I would prefere and air system with a good safety switch.
The path forward is all electric gear, period! (even for full scale
)