Phoenix Models hardware caution!
 

Just a caution to anyone using the stock Phoenix Models hardware, I lost my Strega yesterday due to a failure of the elevator control horn. It snapped off at the base, leaving both base plates still attached to the elevator. It was my fourth flight of the day and was on downwind when it let go - fortunately got it pointed away from the pits before it impacted. the plane was totaled, but it could have been much worse if somebody was hit.
I had upgraded the pushrod clevises (as I usually do) and epoxied the pre-installed hinges, but this wasn't enough.
On a positive note, I was impressed enough with the plane and its build quality ( got a close-up look after the crash!)that I just ordered a new one along with some Du-Bro control horns.....

RE: Phoenix Models hardware caution!
 

Hi RV8NUT,

Sorry for the loss of your plane - possibly the company will help you out??

Where do you obtain the clevis with the steel pin ??
appreciate any info - thanks

Bing WB2SXN

RE: Phoenix Models hardware caution!
 

You definitely should talk to the place you got it from. There have been many posts saying companies will replace the plane after this kind of failure.

RE: Phoenix Models hardware caution!
 

Sorry about the loss......

RE: Phoenix Models hardware caution!
 

Thanks for the info RV9Nut. I just completed the install of the stock horns on my Giles 202 so will see how they hold up.

RE: Phoenix Models hardware caution!
 

WB2SXN - There are probably other places, but Airborne Models has the clevis with steel pins. Look under their catalog and Accesories Part II.

http://www.airborne-models.com/


Brian