Surprised to hear that there would be space to do that.
I mounted mine in the 'tunnel' on the back of the ply hardpoint provided for
the fuel valve on the Classic (the XS doesn't have this) with linkage to a
horn bolted to the aft end of the aileron torque tube (the one that runs
under the seat). I have drawings (that wouldn't scan very well, having been
reduced in size to comply with PFA's required submission format). Could send
if you really insist.
I don't like the underseat method because of the difficulty in achieving a
robust retrofitted connection of the control horn to the aileron torque
tube.
Duncan Mcf.
----- Original Message -----
From: "Kingsley Hurst" <hurstkr@growzone.com.au>
Subject: Europa-List: Trutrak Flight Systems - Servo Positioning
<hurstkr@growzone.com.au>
>
> All,
>
> I have a Digiflight 100 Autopilot supplied by Trutrak Flight Systems.
>
> On listening to a radio interview with Dennis Vories on
> www.kitplanes.com/Redirect/radio/2012303.asp
> I note that Dennis installed the servo for his Digitrak through the Port
> side spar opening, and mounted it to the bulkhead directly behind the
> seat. He says it is easy to retrofit on an existing aircraft (Europa of
> course)
>
> The interview also states that photos of his installation were to be
> placed on Trutraks web site but unfortunately this has never eventuated.
> Enquires to Trutrak have revealed the CD with the photos was corrupt.
>
> Is anybody on the list familiar with this installation and if so, do you
> know of any photos that might be available of same? OR does anybody
> know of someone else who has done the same sort of installation who
> might be able to furnish a few photos?
>
> I am familiar with two methods of putting the servo under the seat and I
> may yet have to do it this way but my preferred choice at this time is
> as described above.
>
> BTW, anybody unfamiliar with the Dennis Vories interview would more than
> likely enjoy it. You have to wade through a bit of crap at the
> beginning but once the actual interview commences, it is quite
> interesting. It was recorded some time ago now but is still worth
> hearing.
>
> Regards
>
> Kingsley
> Mono Classic 281 in Oz
>
>
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