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ARF Build Review- Aeroworks 100cc YAK 54 QB
Distributed by Aeroworks Review by "Rockin' Rick" Part 1
HI everyone! The plane's on the way in (due to arrive 12-11-06) and I'll be getting on to the build as soon as it arrives. Stay Tuned! I'm really anxious to get my hands on this one! UPDATE: 12-13-06!!! Well, it's finally arrived an we're gonna get on it right away. I took all the components out of the boxes and inspected everything right after arrival. All was in perfect order and nothing on the parts list missing. Man, is this ever going to be a joy to build! Aeroworks has really outdone itself with the QB series of ARF's. We're going to be at the field flyin' this baby in no time at all. It even came with a Manual on CD to help with the build. Very detailed and informative. No guess work for this one.
The ARF arrived in three boxes shipped by UPS. NO damage whatsoever this time even to the outside packaging. This was mainly due to the fact that Aeroworks ships the cartons double boxed with a layer of plywood between the boxing. Very nice touch that prevents the kickers and carton destroyers at UPS from damaging anything! I'll bet they're really miffed by this style of packaging and it ruined some drivers/handlers day. Shipping costs were a little more than I was expecting (of course, I griped to Rocco about it), but the peace of mind was well worth the expense. Thanks Rocco! As always, we've got the fuse up on the building cradle and installed the rudder servos first. Note the layout lines for the rear servo arm. These are broken down in 45 degree increments with the center of the rear servo shaft as the locus of the axis. This really helps getting both servos programmed for the same exact throw without any binding. I used a pair of Hitec HS-5955TG's for this application and the elevators. After the servos are programmed, turn them around so that the servo shafts face forward towards the cowling. We'll get back to them later.
After sealing all the covered surfaces with my sealing iron and heat gun, I moved right on to sealing the aileron and the elevator hinge gaps with the provided clear Ultracote. A lot of folks don't do this but to me it is a must for optimum performance. The stabs went together very smoothly, no stinkin' hinges to install (this step is already done for you at the factory), which really saves a lot of time. I used the 1 1/2" SWB servo extension arms for the elevators 'cause I want maximum deflection (55 degrees) on this plane for fabulous 3D. Don't forget to locktite all your linkage bolts with blue locktite. I found this new blue jell type at the Auto parts shop and it really works great! No drippy mess and it squeezes out of the tube just a smidgeon at at time by turning the knob on the bottom. Great idea from Permatex.
I began on the wings by sealing the UltraCote and applying the UltraCote clear strip to the front leading edge then moved on to the servo installations. When installing my servos I pre-drill the screw holes with a 1/32" bit, install the retaining screws, and take them back out. A couple of drops of Frank Tiano's (click on FTE Link in sponsor's column) thin OK CA are let into each screw bore to harden the area. This stuff is great, inexpensive, and works just a well as ZAP or any other brand I've used. We'd like to thank Frank for his sponsorship also. Install your remaining wing servos and control horns on the ailerons now. The wing is seated in the padded wing cradle for installation of servo extension arms and linkages. When installing multiple servos on one surface, I suggest using the Hitec digital servos and the Hitec Servo programmer for perfect servo synchronization It will eliminate the need for any matchboxes or other in-line matching devices. Matchboxes have to be purchased for every plane and the servo programmer pays for itself on one model. It takes a little more effort to use, but your wallet will be happy when you don't have to buy the matchboxes again for your next model. Additionally, Hitec titanium series servos don't seem to develop the slop that you find later in the JR 8611A's. I used Hitec HS-5945MG's for the wing servos. Hey, we're rollin' here, lets get on with part 2.
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