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Old 01-19-2005 | 12:54 PM
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depeche
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Default RE: Basic Skybolt (GP) modifications and build suggestions

Spicy, that looks really good. I'd like some more pics if you have any. Some of the location where the strut meets the top wing for example.

I really do want to put the servos in the fuse. Everyone seems opposed to this because of weight, but: 1. I'm going to be using an engine heavier than what the plans call for (probably a Saito 1.20 4-stroke, ~8 extra ounces); 2. I've already lightened the fail feathers; 3. I want very little flutter (I'm using a larger engine); 4. I want more free space in the fuse to cleanly install smoker components, to easily access/remove the gas tank, and for the radio gear. Two servos = ~3oz. I probably removed a little over an ounce from the tail, so that equates to approx. 2 extra ounces in the tail, but the engine is an extra 8oz. So I'm not too worried about it not balancing.

I plan on placing the servos (rudder and elevator) between the final two bulkheads (4 and 5 I believe are the last two), near the pushrod exits. One on each side of the fuse, and one (rudder) lower than the other (elevator). This would require a basic (metal wire) linkage between the two elevator halves.

If I'm missing something and/or my logic here is flawed, please let me know before I go ahead with these plans.

Thanks for all the comments!