It looks like I am going to have to cut the covering on the bottom of my Edge so that I can drill holes for the pull - pull rudder. I would imagine the wire would cut into the former if it is not a straight line through the fuse. Is everyone doing it this way? Even with the two holes cut for the wire it will still not be a perfectly straight line. If I am to cut the covering on the bottom what is the red covering #. I read somewhere it's Ultra Coat but don't have the exact number for it for ordering. A servo in the tail is so much simpler but the plane would be definitly tail heavy. Thanks Everyone..........Bill

It's Ultracote True Red. Look under my build thread called "Got My NEW Edge" and you can see how I did mine. I also have anther thread about replacing the pull-pull cable and I have pics in that one as well.

Here's a link to the second thread I mentioned: http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_3762847/tm.htm

Thanks Ben, I had been reading your threads but evedentally missed that one. I will more than likely do what you did. For the tubing What did you use?? I was thinking of using the the outer tunnel for Sullivan Nyrod. My wife asked me if I had checked my supply of monocote and ultracote. She thought I should have a match because I have several rolls on a shelf. Well she was right. I found the match in about 10 seconds. Like you mentioned it's true red. Just goes to show that sometimes ya get so wrapped up in what you're doing (me) that you just don't think properly.
I would rather go with the servo in the rear but with my DA 50 it would be way out of balance. I already checked that out. ...........Bill

I bought some antennae tubing from the hobby store. If you have a Sullivan tube, that would work as well. The only thing is that you would have to drill the hole bigger. I probably would've used a Sullivan tube except for the fact that I replaced the wire with fishing leader material since the hobbystore doesn't sell replacement pull-pull wire. If you need some, hit Tom up. You may also try just running the tube from the exit hole and then tacking it to the side of the former. You just don't want it to rub, I think pull-pull cables can be routed around stuff. But I could be wrong, someone else want to verify this?

I was going to route the wire around everything but I was worried it would wear or fray. Bill

While mocking up the rudder servo/cable installation in my 28% Edge I noticed that not only did the cables rub on the former, they also rubbed on the fuselage aft of the exit slot. Reshaping or drilling the former would not seem to eliminate the interference aft of the slot. So...I extended the slot about .5inch and at the same time angled the extension of the slot up just a bit. This creates a fairer lead for the cable to the rudder horns. After the slots are extended one can cross the rudder cables to a 3" servo horn on a servo located in any of the three pre-existing mounting cut-outs and the cables apparently will clear the former and not rub on the fuselage.

Has anyone else tried this? Is there any reason why one should not cross one's rudder cables? I know Tom has said the planes were designed for them not to be crossed, but a straight run causes two structural interferences on each cable.

Any thoughts???

RC Bill

Simpler solution so you won't have to cut your covering. I used a pin vise with a 1/8 " drill bit. Disassemble the pin vise leaving the bit attached and mount it to a 1/4" dow rod. With the dow you can reach back into the fuse and drill the holes in the former for the cables to pass through. Small diameter antenna tube will cover the cables and fit through the 1/8" holes.

To drill my holes I used a piece of 3/16" copper tubing and inserted the largest drill that would fit inside it. I then taped the drill to keep it from spinning and drilled the two holes by hand very quick and easy.
WW2 Ace

hey for the pull pull, i just got a round file and filed the appropriate size half 0 shape in the former. Its that easy

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I am trying to post some pictures. What am I doing wrong???

Well, I got my linkage exit covers today and installed them. What do you guys think?

Ben those sure look nice. Who is the manufacturer? I'm just going to go with the open slot. I used some ideas from a couple of you guys. I cut the bottom covering off my Edge and drilled the two holes. I also lengthened the slot back to the plywood doubler. I think I could have done it like Jaketab but I wanted to get to the back of the fuse anyway so I could secure an antenna tube on the inside. I did not use the tubing for the pull-pull wire like you did Ben because the wire seamed to drag a little. Lengthening the slot gave the cable a little more free movement. I'm going to try to send some pics of my handywork in my next email. I tried earlier but it didn't work. Then I had to go to the flying field because it was 40+ degrees today so I got in a couple of flights on my beater stick plane. I will start to send them as soon as I post this reply so if they don't show up at least this message made it okay. If the pics don't show maybe someone can tell me what I'm doing wrong. Bill

I got those covers from Cactus Aviation. It started snowing here today, but it didn't stick to the roads which may mean the runway is still clear which means maybe Saturday afternoon when it's in the 40's I'll be able to get out there.

Ben thoes look sharp! Cant wait to see them in person next time Im home.

I don't suppose any of you would be willing to spare 6 inches or so of ultracote true red? I need to fix my rudder linkage too and have been following this thread. I'd like to cut a hole in the bottom of the fuse to get access to the former, but I don't want to buy a whole roll of covering. I'd be happy to pay someone for a small piece. Thanks.

If I could send it through the USPS, I'd mail it to you for free. I would think something like that you could throw in an envelope.

Ben, I think you could fold it up and put it in a regular stamped envelope. THe creases will dissappear once I iron it on, so I don't think folding it up will be an issue. If you have a chunk you want to spare, I would appreciate it. Let me know.

Just send me your mailing address.

I just sent you a PM with my mailing address. Thanks much. I really appreciate not having to buy a whole roll.

No problem, glad I can help.

ben, i received the covering piece. Thanks a million. Let me know if I can ever help you out.

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How are you guys posting your pictures??? Any help would be appreciated. Bill