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Spot on Phil.
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Right click anywhere on the image, then select 'copy video URL' and paste in a memorable location. Steve
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Like this FB3?
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Working on the servo covers. I am thinking of fixing them in place with the film covering as I have never had to replace a wing servo. Is this a good idea? Steve
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Search for Then find the one from the search results.
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Made up the MaxLoc connector. What's next I wonder. Steve
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Thanks, John, for the excellent tip that works a treat. I could now combine this tip with Peter's paper tube method.👍 Yesterday I managed to take a picture. and not a lot more. Steve
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I intended to use servo extension leads but The holes aren't big enough. So, I have to make up the extension in-situ. First thread the wire through, a bit of fishing with the aid of a thin wire. Then solder and heat shrink the joints, at this point brain fog took over and I forgot to take pictures. Next fit maxlock connector and take pictures. Steve
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Thanks GG, By adding four slots it does seem to work better, more experiments on the way.🙂
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Repeated on the other side. Next servo wire extensions which require holes to be cut in the central bottom balsa sheet. I have previously drawn around a washer and cut out with a sharp knife, but this time I made an aluminium cutter from an old handle and used the drill and file to sharpen it. Bright idea was to leave it in the drill and test on a pice of scrap. Looks good to me and also works on the bench. Then on the first hole, disaster. Learning not to press down on the drill the secon hole looks good. Resisting the temptation to scrap the wing and start again, I teased the damaged balsa up and glued it into place. Good result for a first try. The reason for my change of method is that on the Mighty Barnstormer I have to cut all of the holes in the wing ribs, fortunately they will be cut on the bench. Next is to make up the extension leads. Steve
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Ailerons liberated and one servo box installed. Aileron hinged also.
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Thanks stu, I was always good at woodwork when I was at school, and it must be like riding a bike in that you never forget. A big thanks to the Forum and its members because without it and the interest shown I probably would not be building; I agree following others builds is interesting and often informative. I must get Hound Dog ready for its maiden and finish Peggy Sue II, The Ohmen is also in the Queue. I will keep posting.
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Tail wheel fitted and rudder fitted. Next, I will finish the wings. Steve
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Thanks John. Second side of the elevator now complete. I have not decided on the joiner, just testing and thinking. While I am thinking I can move Peggy Sue II on. Steve