Originally Posted by Buck Tracker

Question and I'm likely overthinking this;
Any issues with mounting the throttle servo out in the open like this? I've got ot mocked up and working on geometry.
Mine is not in the centre like it would be with a DA 120 and it's right behind the muffler, my concern is it will get hot and burn up, I am not opening the tunnel but I've got huge exit air in bottom of cowl with low pressure lip
Generally the servo is placed into a cutout and most of it including the wire is inside the fuse

You will be fine I have mine the same with a DA 120 only I have ever had the block came unglued. Luckily on the ground.

Rodger that, thanks guys

I plan to screw it onto the motor box and expoy it so hopefully avoid that scenario, very lucky for you

been flying mine with same engine for over a year without an issue. now its for sale

Originally Posted by airboss/oc

been flying mine with same engine for over a year without an issue. now its for sale

Cool thanks

I've had this airframe since last summer but basically got no time on it at all, tried the ZDZ 97 single and that didn't work out, as you can see from my rebuilt firewall it took a little work to get it back and ready to accept the GP.
Damn rear carb on the ZDZ lol

got mine up for sale got a new toy coming

The Canopy for my EF Slick 580 105.5'', red / blue / white scheme was ripped off in mid-flight, screws are still attached and very tight. Plane landed safely.

I don't have canister and therefore the opening under the firewall is kept closed, I made 4 small opening in the bottom by cutting the covering on already designed opening so as to dissipate any pressure build up during flight. I was doing a crankshaft when the canopy got ejected.

1- EF and Northwest RC don't have this item in stock, any idea on where I can find the canopy, I really need it.

2- Should I open more in the bottom? or close the existing one I already opened, I cannot put another canopy to loose it again. What am I doing wrong here?

Appreciate your help..

Thx

Originally Posted by Walid

The Canopy for my EF Slick 580 105.5'', red / blue / white scheme was ripped off in mid-flight, screws are still attached and very tight. Plane landed safely.

I don't have canister and therefore the opening under the firewall is kept closed, I made 4 small opening in the bottom by cutting the covering on already designed opening so as to dissipate any pressure build up during flight. I was doing a crankshaft when the canopy got ejected.

1- EF and Northwest RC don't have this item in stock, any idea on where I can find the canopy, I really need it.

2- Should I open more in the bottom? or close the existing one I already opened, I cannot put another canopy to loose it again. What am I doing wrong here?

Appreciate your help..

Thx

1- try Gonzo hobbies

2- I opened up the canister opening behind the firewall and add a low pressure lip. Also made some openings under the fuselage as well

Originally Posted by aalfawaz

1- try Gonzo hobbies

2- I opened up the canister opening behind the firewall and add a low pressure lip. Also made some openings under the fuselage as well

Would love to see some pics of your mods

Originally Posted by rcfan450

Would love to see some pics of your mods

Sure will try to get you some pictures tomorrow

Originally Posted by rcfan450

Would love to see some pics of your mods

Here’s my setup. There’s really not
Much to it. I think the low pressure lip is crucial is it help air exists from inside the fuselage

Originally Posted by aalfawaz

Here’s my setup. There’s really not
Much to it. I think the low pressure lip is crucial is it help air exists from inside the fuselage

Looks easy enough, thanks!

Originally Posted by DuaneV

Flutter?

Is anyone else getting flutter on their elevators?

Hinges are sealed, very little if any play in the servos, and servo arms are at 1.75”
Stab tube is tight as well.

Just looking for ideas as this bird is grounded for now.

Hi Duane, did you manage to solve the flutter eventually?
I get it also, and tried everything, CA on the carbon tube, sealed hinges, new servos with no avail.

Originally Posted by guys234

Hi Duane, did you manage to solve the flutter eventually?
I get it also, and tried everything, CA on the carbon tube, sealed hinges, new servos with no avail.

zero elevator issues over here, is this a common problem?
Only problem I've had with my plane after 50+ flights is... trees that get in the way. That cost me $700 but she's still flying great.

No problem on elevators either. One time I noticed fluttering but it was due to a loose servo arm, after tightening problem solved. I suggest you test with new servo arms first and then with new servos. This is certainly not a design problem

Does anyone know if the latest 105 Slick shipment has the hinges pre-glued?