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Old 03-14-2006, 07:53 PM   #1
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Default Best Control Linkages

I'm looking for the best control linkages. Wether their carbon or aluminum, who makes the best quality? I think I prefer to use ball links but if there's a better way to get then what would it be? Also, what't the best rudder pull-pull setup? I've been looking at Air Wild stuff but I'm not sure if I feel too good about just tieing a knot in the line. So what do yall think?
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I'm looking for the best control linkages. Wether their carbon or aluminum, who makes the best quality? I think I prefer to use ball links but if there's a better way to get then what would it be? Also, what't the best rudder pull-pull setup? I've been looking at Air Wild stuff but I'm not sure if I feel too good about just tieing a knot in the line. So what do yall think?

The CA models machined teflon ball joints are unbelievable after 100 flights still no slop, I mean none. They start off a little tight but that soon goes away. Seen nelson ones wear after the first flight.
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Old 03-14-2006, 09:49 PM   #3
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Awesome!

I've been searching those for an hour and I can't find them! Where did you buy yours?
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Old 03-14-2006, 10:56 PM   #4
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just looked up the american company for ca models and here is the number for them 786 999 6253
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Ball links are the only way to go, IMO, for most of your linkaging. as for a sleek PP system for larger aircraft rudders, look at www.swbmfg.com for your needs. They also carry the double-lock aluminum servo arms, which are a must, IMO.
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Ditto on SWB... They have everything you need, plus Scott is a pleasure to deal with...

Double-Lock servo arms, left & right hand threaded ball links and titanium control rods... Bulletproof...
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Here's my rudder setup on my 35% Extra. It's an airwild MLP piece. http://www.airwildhobbies.com/MoreIn...&level=2&id=32
Kinda pricey, but i really like it. Makes for a good, tight, clean setup. Probably isn't the best setup out there, but it works great for my application.
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Old 03-15-2006, 03:45 PM   #8
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Thanks a ton guys! I think I'm going with all SWB equipment. Is there any advantage to using the offset pull pull arm verses the straight arm?
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Talk to Scott at SWB about the offset arms. It all depends on where your rudder horn is. If the pivot point is on the hinge line then you will need the offset arm to avoid slop in the cables when it is deflected.
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Ahh I see. Thanks a ton everyone you all helped very much!
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