Phil 9 Posted May 25, 2014 Share Posted May 25, 2014 Many ARTF models mount the wing servo under the wing as in the photo. now exposed to dirt and water from wheels, oil from engine and more water if you add floats that are an option on many of these models. a simple plastic cover would help. Is such a thing available? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cymaz Posted May 25, 2014 Share Posted May 25, 2014 How's this?. More to follow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil 9 Posted May 25, 2014 Author Share Posted May 25, 2014 Posted by cymaz on 25/05/2014 17:18:59: How's this?. More to follow Yes that's the sort of thing but for full size servos Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cymaz Posted May 25, 2014 Share Posted May 25, 2014 You cold make a wood mould on a base and press out your own using acetate sheet. It takes a few times to get right but it is quite easy to do. The other thing to do is get the blister packs from a DIY superstore that holds the small packs of screws, nails etc. they are roughly the right size. Edited By cymaz on 25/05/2014 17:42:28 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cymaz Posted May 25, 2014 Share Posted May 25, 2014 How bad do you want them.??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevo Posted May 25, 2014 Share Posted May 25, 2014 I agree - would look better with a cover. Having said that, I've flown a few models like that and never suffered a servo problem from ingress of any kind.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil 9 Posted May 25, 2014 Author Share Posted May 25, 2014 Posted by Stevo on 25/05/2014 18:30:45: I agree - would look better with a cover. Having said that, I've flown a few models like that and never suffered a servo problem from ingress of any kind.... I wanted to try floats and wondered it would be better if they had some protecton Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevo Posted May 25, 2014 Share Posted May 25, 2014 OH! Ooops. Sorry Phil. 1st rule of replying - read the post. Anyone got a 3D printer? I dare say one could fabricate something from 0.5mm ply and balsa? But not as good looking as a moulded unit. Or perhaps a vacuum press? Nice little earner possibly here? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggles' Elder Brother - Moderator Posted May 25, 2014 Share Posted May 25, 2014 Have a good look around the workshop and the house - its amazing what you can find that will do a job like this with a little fettling. The plastic boxes that Futaba servos come in. The moulded acetate covers that are stapled to a card backing on lots of things you buy. Deodorant bottle lids. Easter egg packaging! Plastic pencil cases. The rectangular containers that some yoghurts come in. Actually, looking in a drawer I've just found a great one - the plastic packaging surrounding a pack of six AA batteries on a card! You're bound to find something if you have a good root around - just remember to ask SWMBO if it's hers! BEB Edited By Biggles' Elder Brother - Moderator on 25/05/2014 18:57:34 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john stones 1 - Moderator Posted May 25, 2014 Share Posted May 25, 2014 A small plastic bottle (like epoxy comes in) slice down centre you got two ? John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cymaz Posted May 25, 2014 Share Posted May 25, 2014 You could pack the top and bottom of the servo with marine grease. There are several "how to's" on You Tube. Or, if you are feeling flush, get some of these Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilco Wingco Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 I am trying to find some ROUND servo covers for an original X-Models Whisper. So far no luck. Does anybody have some in the bits box please. Help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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