Glider trim and balance issue
I need help with trimming or balancing my electric glider. It is built up covered in monokote. The problem is the thing wants to climb even with the power off. It requires full down trim and then still climbs with power off. I don't mind it climbing like a rocket with the power on but want it trimmed out when gliding. Here is what I have done:
I exactly followed the instructions for setting the CG. The first flight required full down trim and holding the elevator down. Second flight: With the transmitter trim full down, I added 1/4 oz lead in the nose with negligible results. Third flight I then added another 1/4 oz lead (now total of 1/2 oz) in nose. The plane still climbs when gliding. This is not a drastic climb like a tail heavy situation but it is enough that I often have to hold in down elevator plus full trim to fly level.
I am seeking any assistance.
Thanks!
John
Last edited by JGalt; 08-14-2018 at 04:50 AM.