Elevator deflection.
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From: norwalk,
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I installed both my elevators on my new Hanger 9 Hellcat only to find out that theres deflection in the two, there not even, i know dont even trust a ARF i should've checked my joiner wire before i nstalled the elevators, now how do i get both of them straight and level.[:@]
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WK,
I'm not sure it can be safely done if the elevator is attached to the horizontal stab without messing up the HS. I recommend removing the elevator and using two pair of vise grips on the joiner wire only, bend into proper alignment.
I'm not sure it can be safely done if the elevator is attached to the horizontal stab without messing up the HS. I recommend removing the elevator and using two pair of vise grips on the joiner wire only, bend into proper alignment.
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Here is what I would do...
Get 4 pieces of 1/8" plywood about 1" square
Place two on top and bottom of each elevator where the joiner is embedded.
Clamp each set in place with clamps or two vise-grips.
Holding by the clamps, twist to straighten the elevators.
Now, drill a tiny hole in each elevator (hide the hole on the bottom) and add THIN CA to the holes to strengthen any damaged wood
Get 4 pieces of 1/8" plywood about 1" square
Place two on top and bottom of each elevator where the joiner is embedded.
Clamp each set in place with clamps or two vise-grips.
Holding by the clamps, twist to straighten the elevators.
Now, drill a tiny hole in each elevator (hide the hole on the bottom) and add THIN CA to the holes to strengthen any damaged wood
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Minnflyer's suggestion is probably the easiest.
A (radical) alternative is to cut the wire joiner using a Dremel tool creating independent elevator halves, and installing either (a) a split linkage to a common servo, or (b) using a separate servo for each elevator half. There are advantages and disadvantages to each - and a lot more work, expecially on a covered fuselage.
I'd try Minnflyer's idea first.
A (radical) alternative is to cut the wire joiner using a Dremel tool creating independent elevator halves, and installing either (a) a split linkage to a common servo, or (b) using a separate servo for each elevator half. There are advantages and disadvantages to each - and a lot more work, expecially on a covered fuselage.
I'd try Minnflyer's idea first.
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From: norwalk,
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before i repair this problem im starting to wonder is it worth it, i mean for a 60 size warbird like the hellcat will 1/8th of deflection matter will it affect it in flight im considering the size of the model[sm=confused.gif]
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Hey guys i want to thank you all for your help, Minnflyer your suggestion worked flawless i did exactly what you you said and both elevators are super even now and no wood damage at all i checked both with a straight edge and it came out superb thanks for your idea, thanks again for everyones help, now i can send her up on her maiden flight with no worries



