RE: Golden Rods
Absolutely not. Way too much flex, and they also have significant changes due to temperature. The best method is the DEPS system from Central. Even though it looks similar, the carbon does not stretch like the golden rod, nor does it flex. I've been flying the DEPS system in my V3 for 18 months now and wouldn't use anything else,
For servos on the V3, get the best you can justify. Do not go cheap on servos. The V3 is an airframe that you can tell...just like most of the new designs. Either Futaba, JR, or Airtronics. Stay away from Hitec as they have centering issues. In my V3, i'm currently flying all Futaba..
BLS-451 - Ailerons X 2
BLS-351 - Rudder
BLS-451 - Elevator (9254 heli tail rotor servos works REALLY well here also)
9650 - Throttle
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