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c130FE 10-10-2014 04:19 PM

Servo not centering issue
 
I have an issue with the rudder servo on a plane I just purchased that has me scratching my head, need some help.

If I take the rudder stick and deflect it right or left a little, then let go of stick, the rudder returns to center as expected. If I take the stick and fully deflect the stick to left, and then let go of stick, the rudder returns to a point that is about 20 degrees to the right center. Then, if deflect the stick ful right and let go, the stick returns to dead center. Power is coming from a fully charged LiFe battery.

All other servos act normally.
Tried 3 different rudder servos this afternoon, same result
Replaced servo cable between receiver and tail of plane where servo connects to it, same result.

:confused:

speedracerntrixie 10-10-2014 04:59 PM

You have a binding pushrod, hinges or something else in the system. Disconnect the linkage from the servo and move by hand to feel the bind.

j.duncker 10-10-2014 05:33 PM

Make sure the servo mount is not loose and moving a little.

BarracudaHockey 10-10-2014 06:50 PM

Disconnect the pushrod at the servo and see if it does it. Though not likely, you could have a bad stick pot in the radio.

Bozarth 10-10-2014 09:02 PM

And one of the most obvious...a cheap servo. Don't chase your tail too long on the issue.

Kurt


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