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Author:  James Grahn [ Sat Jun 04, 2011 6:44 pm ]
Post subject:  Aileron trim

OH OK. So I could snap in the connector, and solder to those 2 pins and be done. Got it. thanks a bunch.

Author:  James Grahn [ Sun Jun 05, 2011 11:18 am ]
Post subject:  Aileron trim

I uploaded 2 photos in my album of the Firgelli connector and the ribbon end. For those following along, look at the photo titled "Ribbon" to see what we are talking about.

Author:  Rich Brazell [ Sun Jun 05, 2011 11:24 am ]
Post subject:  Aileron trim

Nice looking nails ! Do you have them done on lay overs ?

RB

Author:  James Grahn [ Sun Jun 05, 2011 2:04 pm ]
Post subject:  Aileron trim

Of course! It is one of the many "services" us SWA pilots receive

Author:  dan [ Wed May 30, 2012 9:14 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Aileron trim

Hey Rich, do you remember the model number of the ray Allen servo we used for our ailerons by any chance? We are going to trim Deans plane and I can't remember, Thanks Rich. Dan

Author:  leewwalton [ Wed May 30, 2012 9:24 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Aileron trim

Dan,
I used the T2-10A (1" travel)

Author:  Rich Brazell [ Wed May 30, 2012 10:54 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Aileron trim

I will try to speak in soft voice so as to not stir up a pile of piss ants ! :-X I believe I used the T2-7A servo with 0.7 inch of travel. I believe the "preferred" servo is the T4-5 with 0.5 inch of travel, but the cost is almost TWICE that of the T2-7A . Not sure if the T4-5 can be mounted inside the aileron ? ??? The T4-5 unit is used with the Lyle Trusty trim system...I think ? As with any electric trim system you better have a cut out switch or CB (for EACH servo) within arms reach to stop a runaway trim situation ! ;) Or at best turn off the Master Switch ! ANY electric trim system will get your attention right away if it starts an uncommaned movement (no input from the pilot) ! REMOVE power immediately ! O0

Probably the most common problem for runaway trim is a faulty "coolie hat" switch or other switch used for the trim.


RB

Author:  leewwalton [ Thu May 31, 2012 6:59 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Aileron trim

No need to whisper RB ... A lot of us use the RAC servo in the aileron (as it is truly a "trim tab"). I'm not going to argue with you on this but you have a pic of your aileron trim install in the gallery ... Looks like its a T2-10A. :o

Author:  Fraser MacPhee [ Thu May 31, 2012 2:02 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Aileron trim

So the one they use on the stabilator trim is probably the ID-10T model......

Sorry....I'll shut up now.

Author:  leewwalton [ Thu May 31, 2012 2:17 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Aileron trim

The one they've been using on the stab is the .7" inch throw model .. the T2-7A ... incidently that's almost twice the throw called for in the plans.

Author:  leewwalton [ Thu May 31, 2012 2:32 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Aileron trim

I just fell for one of Frase's pocket o tricks ....

Time for me to admit I have several ID-10T servos in my head!

Author:  dan [ Thu May 31, 2012 8:56 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Aileron trim

The response is appreciated guys.....Thanks Dan

Author:  Rich Brazell [ Thu May 31, 2012 10:47 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Aileron trim

Fraser needs to get back in the trunk with his Monkey ! :))

RB

Author:  James Grahn [ Mon Nov 05, 2012 3:51 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Aileron trim

Since my left wing is all but done, I will be trying to hook up the aileron trim system now. Surfing for parts. Will post picks when I get something working.
Cubes

Author:  Bill Williams [ Mon Nov 05, 2012 5:07 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Aileron trim

Jim, try looking at the minature linears from Fragelli Linears

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