ORIGINAL: jigeye

Newbie to sport. Have a Sig Four Star 60 with dual ailerons. I have just bought Futaba S 3010 high torque servos.
1. Concerning mounting servos: I've read you should drill 1/16 holes, put in the metal grommets, then insert screws. What purpose do the little metal grommets serve? Can you do without them?

>The metal grommets prevent you from overtightening the screws and
>thus preventing the rubber from isolating the servo from vibration.
>
>The 1/16" pilot hole is to prevent the screw from splitting the wood,
>This is especiall helpful when using 1/4" square basswood for servo
>rails.

2. I was also told a good technique is to screw in the screws a couple of times, then put a drop of fast CA glue in the threads which will help the screws stay seated? Is this a good technique?

>After screwing the servo screw in, remove it and put a drop of
>thin ca in the hole. After it dries, reinsert the screw. The ca
>hardens the threads in the screw hole and makes it less likely
>the screw will strip or pull out.

3. Any other little hints/techniques on mounting servos would be appreciated.

>I use the socket head servo screw from RTL Fasteners. I find them
>easier to install and because of the socket head the slots don't strip
>if the screw gets "stubborn".