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RE : Europa-List: roll trim tab and servo installation

Subject: RE : Europa-List: roll trim tab and servo installation
From: Gilles.Thesee <Gilles.Thesee@acgrenoble.fr>
Date: Fri, 14 Nov 2003 18:03:13

Hi Bob and all,

> Sounds like your manufacturer, DYN,  cheaped out on his choice of
> components.  A Futaba 9001 has only 54oz of tourqe - I sure wouldn't use
it.

The servo in itself isn't necessarily a bad choice : control forces are very
light on MCRs. But I'm sure the CONTROL BOX is crap.

>
> On my system I use a Servo with 106oz of torqure.  I also use a Custom
> Electronics servo tester that has the proper features.  When power is
> applied the servo dosen't move, but stays in its last position.  If power
is
> lost the servos stays in it's last position.

Do you mean your servo is a non reversal type, with a drive screw or
something ? Or do you still need power applied to hold position, like
ordinary servos ?

Simple, easy, quick - plus it
> has ben Flight tested on many Europas now flying.
>
> I have no idea what a DYN Aero mc4s (or whatever is) but I am sure glad I
> built a Europa!!

I'm sure you made a good choice.
Europas and MCRs are the two top kit sellers in France. The MCR two seaters
are outstanding performers at 230-250 kg empty, while the four seater is of
more conventional dimensions with 360 kg empty and 145 kt cruise on a Rotax
914.
For those interested in what's going on "next door", have a peek at
http://www.avnet.co.uk/lts/pages/mcr4s.htm

Regards,
Gilles




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