Little Eaton Posted September 5, 2017 Share Posted September 5, 2017 One of the he disadvantages with "Z" bends on the aft end of both pushrods is that they can not be removed easily to lubricate.The other is that the wire bend wear the glassfibre horn. After only 15 flights all my horns are starting to wear and have excessive play, with the exception of the rudder where I originally fitted a plastic clevis. I have now changed both aileron pushrods for 2mm carbon rod with plastic clevises. We will see if that is an improvement at Leek tomorrow. Correction. Its not technically a Z bend, but I trust that you understand the gist? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coolmove Posted September 9, 2017 Share Posted September 9, 2017 (edited) Edited September 9, 2017 by Coolmove 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oipigface Posted September 9, 2017 Share Posted September 9, 2017 Astounding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oipigface Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 OK, just a bit more programming and it's ready for action. In the photos, the wiggles look as if they are a different colour from the lettering on the fin, but they are not. The fin colour is better rendered than the wiggles. I used acrylic paint. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveH Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 Can anyone tell me if the wings are removable on the Ahi ? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oipigface Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 1 hour ago, SteveH said: Can anyone tell me if the wings are removable on the Ahi ? Thanks Yes, they are... and if you are happy to secure them with tape, so are the fin and tailplane. I've glued my tail feathers on, but I can remove the wing by the loosening the two bolts that bear on the joiner tube, unplugging the servo wires under the wing, and pulling. At least, I hope I can. I've only just put it together! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isoaritfirst Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 Securing wings on foamies --- Hat pin! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surfimp Posted September 15, 2017 Share Posted September 15, 2017 Raw Ahi with sticks. Somehow, not sushi. Color commentary from Michael Richter. Note: sticks are Mode II. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil.Taylor Posted September 17, 2017 Share Posted September 17, 2017 Video I flew/shot yesterday - big fun in just 6-10mph wind - my entry for the Ahi aeros video comp Combe Gibbet - Berkshire - lovely site, great view, but no slope "edge" to work with Phil. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surfimp Posted September 17, 2017 Share Posted September 17, 2017 I love that video, Phil! Nice job My son and I were out at Ellwood yesterday and got some great lift. Here's a quick edit from one of the GoPro clips, set to the new "Spaceship" by Kesha. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surfimp Posted September 19, 2017 Share Posted September 19, 2017 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surfimp Posted September 19, 2017 Share Posted September 19, 2017 Youtube blocked the previous video due to the music, so here it is on Vimeo. Sorry for the hassle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sloper Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 interesting elevator mod: 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adrian Beal Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 Nice paint . Flying beggars belief . Brilliant . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darren_O Posted December 5, 2017 Share Posted December 5, 2017 Not me on the sticks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilentPilot Posted December 5, 2017 Share Posted December 5, 2017 I got some paint to do my Ahi. Probably my Weasel and Alula too if it works out good... What do I use to prepare the foam for painting? I’ve heard denatured alcohol is best, but that’s Meths, I’m worried the purple will stain the foam. Is white spirit any good? Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodstock Posted December 6, 2017 Share Posted December 6, 2017 Meths doesn't stain or leave any marks at all. White spirits is OK - ish, but a tiny bit oily compared to alcohol like Meths.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil.Taylor Posted December 6, 2017 Share Posted December 6, 2017 Just stick some trim on it & go fly ( or read 100+ pages on RCG to find out that paint just doesnt stick to it ) Phil. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilentPilot Posted December 6, 2017 Share Posted December 6, 2017 I’ve done some painting! Not an Ahi though, I needed a sacrificial lamb in case it all went wrong and foam got destroyed, so I opted to decorate my Weasel fin. I figured it’s the same foam and if it went wrong I could get another from T9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darren_O Posted August 2, 2018 Share Posted August 2, 2018 If anyone needs spare batteries for the Ahi I've just been made very welcome at componentshop.co.uk they've sorted 8 cells, 2 leads and heat shrink out for £8.50! They've said they can solder the packs for you if you prefer for a total of £6.50 a pack. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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