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Old 11-09-2005 | 07:39 AM
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mblue2050
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Default RE: GREAT PLANES FLATOUTS

I posted this somewhere.

I found using the little du-bro mini ez connectors is the trick on my Flatana.
They weigh in at .0088 ounces each.

I use them on the servo arm end. Little horns are not sturdy enough for extra loading
Insert the linkage rod into the supplied platic z-bend thing first. Yes its a pain to get fully seated.
Drill out the horn for a nice fit. I never could ream with an exacto nearly as nice as a small drill.
I spin that around to insure a nice fit and free movement.
Snap the z-bend thing into the platic horn and check rod length (not attched to the foam yet). I found the right angle and needle nose the ticket, just be careful not to distrort or break.
Cut to length and insert the rod/zbend into the dubro connector
Clip horn on the rod and glue in the slot.
Leave the horn clipping and gluing for last

Now I can plug in the servos the RX. Swtch on the TX and plug in battery. 0 trims, set trim mechanically with the dubro connector screw.
Careful not to get the screw to tight. The screw will break the rod if to tight, done it!

I am a slimer making the switch slowly....Expesive to make a 40 or 60 electric. I am used to long builds. Kits on the board for months or a year.

Just what I did that I like. Quicker and only one of thos z-bend things per surface. Biggest thing adjustable linkage. Never had one come loose...so far anyhow. Probably better than 50 flights, I fly this thing daily in my yard and it travels with me.

My 2 cents again.
Michael