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Old 03-09-2007, 09:51 PM   #1
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Default Carbon Rod Fix for ALULA HLG

hi, yesterday i had a control horn fail on my alula glider. i was also noticing some major wear onthe carbon rods at the connection point.. soooo with that said , i put new horns on both sides.. and fiber CAed with spiderwire a metal connection point so i dont crush the carbon withthe set skrew.. heres the fianl set up. im also thinking of adding a wedge to protect the servos on landing..
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Old 10-14-2007, 10:56 PM   #2
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yea... Thats an epic idea, i had that in mind when i put mine together, but now I think i'll do the same finally
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lets see some pics!!! these alulas art art papar go nuts, this mod works great, the carbon is easily crushed
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