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Old 05-02-2002 | 05:45 PM
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Default Hanger 9 Cap 232 -- SETUPs

I'm about ready to tackle the assembly of my H9 1/4-scale Cap 232. Any recommendations from experience with this airplane is greatly appreciated. Here is a few baselines I will be working with:

1. Moki 1.80 -w- Cline Regulator
2. Grass runway
3. Either Futaba 8AUF or Hitec Eclipse TX

I want to set this up for 3D. I won't be actually flying 3D for a while but eventually would like to get into it.

Some of my thoughts and looking for comments:

1. Dual-servo elevator -w- separate channel connections or y-connector. Without breaking the bank what is the recommended servo for this configuration? (I have considered Hitec 605BBs or maybe Hitec 700BBs) I've heard a rumor that the 605s do not hold center very well. (Comment form Mike at Hitec???) In light of the the tail-heavy nature of this airplane can I consider mounting these servos in the tail with the Moki upfront for balast?

2. 4-40 Pull-Pull rudder. Servo recommendations? (I have also considered going with the Hitec 605BB but think the Hitec 700BB might be more appropiate.?)

3. Airlon. Servo recommendations? I will probably set these up for flaperons, using channel 1 and 6.

4. I would like to place a 32oz tank on the CG. Will this pose a technical challenge? I'm not concerned with fuel flow because the Cline Regulaor on the Moki should be able to support my idea. What will doing this do to my CG configuration -- effect on my servo/RX/battery placements?

* What are the construction weakness' for this bird? Where should I pay attention to strengthening the glue lines? Should I glass the wing halves (Fiberglass vs carbon fiber cloth?)

* Are the small wheels and wheel pants a significant problem on a grass strip?

* Is the included tailwheel assembly sufficient for this airplane?

Any ideas are greatly appreciated.