Rich too Posted September 12, 2016 Share Posted September 12, 2016 i know I am still putting my Wots Wot together, but I just could not resist getting started on my recent birthday present so here it is. The hardware appears to be excellent, and the cowl is like a bucket! I'll be using a dle55 and Hitec servos for the first time! I love the Yak 55m, I think it's lines are much nicer than the 54 that I have. And that colour scheme..... Ps would a moderator please correct Aeroworks in the title. Thanks Edited By Rich2 on 12/09/2016 20:00:27 Edited By Rich2 on 12/09/2016 20:00:49 Edited By Rich2 on 12/09/2016 20:04:59 Edited By Rich2 on 12/09/2016 20:05:32 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Adrian Smith 1 Posted September 12, 2016 Share Posted September 12, 2016 Good on you Rich! You can see the AW quality shine through can't you? Looks like it will be a good assembly if it is any thing like my experience with AW kits. I will watch with interest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich too Posted September 12, 2016 Author Share Posted September 12, 2016 Cheers Adrian. Yes, first impressions are really good. From the gauges they supply to set up the surfaces and the cog, and the pre-hinged surfaces look excellent. I am looking forward to putting it together, and it should be a quick build even for me! Well, not too quick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich too Posted September 18, 2016 Author Share Posted September 18, 2016 Got started, it's lovely to work on, like a mechano set! Installed the elevator servos, made so much easier by the (new to me ) servo tester. Made up the pushrods, I also really like the adjustable pushrods, no need to remove from the control horns - they use left and right hand threads. Edited By Rich2 on 18/09/2016 20:48:00 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adrian Smith 1 Posted September 19, 2016 Share Posted September 19, 2016 Yes Rich, the adjustable push rods with a small spanner are a boon. I just have to remember which way to turn them when I want adjust. I tend to attach the clockwise thread to the working surface and the anti-clockwise to the servo so I know whether the turn will shorten or length the push rod. I guess you remembered to cyano those control horn screws in for added security?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adrian Smith 1 Posted September 19, 2016 Share Posted September 19, 2016 Also just to let you see my AeroWorks Edge 540 is flying as good as ever! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich too Posted September 19, 2016 Author Share Posted September 19, 2016 Posted by Adrian Smith 1 on 19/09/2016 14:43:02: Yes Rich, the adjustable push rods with a small spanner are a boon. I just have to remember which way to turn them when I want adjust. I tend to attach the clockwise thread to the working surface and the anti-clockwise to the servo so I know whether the turn will shorten or length the push rod. I guess you remembered to cyano those control horn screws in for added security?! Oh yes, I am trying to follow the manual to the letter Your Edge looks great, how long have you had it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adrian Smith 1 Posted September 19, 2016 Share Posted September 19, 2016 AW manuals are quite good as manuals go. I have had my Edge for about 18 months or so with about 7-8 hours logged flying time. I got it from IAD Model Designs in Scotland but there are no stock to speak of left. It costs a lot to import small quantities from the US so there is no time line for when some more will come into theUK. Shame really as I would buy another tomorrow if they were in the UK. Using my OS 60 in it I had to put all three batteries towards the front of the hatch (2 rx, 1 ignition) to get CoG right. It doesn't disappoint though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich too Posted September 20, 2016 Author Share Posted September 20, 2016 Yes, it does not appear to be easy to buy them in the UK. AW do sell directly to the UK but I am guessing that with import duty, VAT and postage, the cost of a 50cc sized model would be around £1,000. Shame, as I would buy another. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich too Posted October 1, 2016 Author Share Posted October 1, 2016 Got the motor mounted and made a start on the throttle linkages. Got motor mounted, and made a start on the throttle linkage.. Edited By Rich2 on 01/10/2016 20:16:04 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Rich too Posted October 1, 2016 Author Share Posted October 1, 2016 Double post Edited By Rich2 on 01/10/2016 20:17:53 Edited By Rich2 on 01/10/2016 20:18:09 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich too Posted October 16, 2016 Author Share Posted October 16, 2016 Made a start on installing the throttle servo and linkage. It seems a little odd that once installed it is not possible to undo the servo and servo arm screws! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich too Posted October 16, 2016 Author Share Posted October 16, 2016 The instructions say to screw the servo mount to the fuselage side using 10mm screws. The only ones I can find are in a bag on their own with this odd looking item - any ideas what it for? I cannot find it in the instructions... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adrian Smith 1 Posted October 16, 2016 Share Posted October 16, 2016 I must admit Rich from what I can remember I used 30 minute epoxy to mount both the throttle servo and choke servo mounts in the fuz. The reason for that is the configuration of the OS engine is completely different to the one you are using. I am going up the workshop tomorrow to fly and I will look in my Edge to see what I did. I think I used a piece of hard balsa block to mount the servo in the front.Ah! I found this picky from my blog. It's not very clear but you get the idea. I drilled holes in the firebox side to get a screwdriver in to tighten the servo screws. Hope that helps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adrian Smith 1 Posted October 16, 2016 Share Posted October 16, 2016 No idea what the spare item is though, unless it's for the filler tube but I am not convinced. Edited By Adrian Smith 1 on 16/10/2016 20:32:02 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich too Posted October 16, 2016 Author Share Posted October 16, 2016 Thanks Adrian. I posted in the FG forum too and apparently the round thing is a fuel dot. It seems a bit large for that but is the correct shape so I guess it must be.. Edited By Rich2 on 16/10/2016 20:50:09 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich too Posted October 19, 2016 Author Share Posted October 19, 2016 I am not keen on the throttle arm supplied with the DLE 55, is this normal? I prefer the throttle extension method, as this arm is secured only by two grub screws stopping it turning. Any thoughts? It is also not a very snug fit on the shaft. Edited By Rich2 on 19/10/2016 19:56:12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Cotsford Posted October 19, 2016 Share Posted October 19, 2016 I've used those on throttle and choke on my GF38s and throttle on my Evolution 35GT and not had any problems with them, though I do use a drop of threadlock on the shaft. Careful not to use so much it locks the shaft in the carb! I like them as they are a nice length and get the arm well clear of the carb. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich too Posted October 19, 2016 Author Share Posted October 19, 2016 Thanks Bob, yes those were my thoughts and concerns. I will be careful with the threadlock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich too Posted October 25, 2016 Author Share Posted October 25, 2016 Finished the throttle servo and linkage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich too Posted October 25, 2016 Author Share Posted October 25, 2016 Fitted the rudder according to the (confusing) instructions and rather annoyingly the rudder is glued and now binds slightly after about 30 degrees of movement in one direction - the other direction is fine all the way to 50 degrees. I am going to leave this for now as I will only use low rates to 25 degrees initially. I may have to remove and rehinge the rudder later.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adrian Smith 1 Posted October 26, 2016 Share Posted October 26, 2016 I think you will find 30 degs is plenty for normal flying (not 3D) Rich. I wouldn't worry about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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