Planecraz3d
50cc
Atomic, I just dug through my extra parts bin and I have a spare double horn for the Edge if you don't find one. I'm sure 3DHS will help you out on this, but if not this one is available.
74" Edge 540
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AtomicFlyer
50cc
I appreciate the offer. I'll wait a few days to see what 3DHS can do before I take you up on your offer.
And thanks for posting the pics. That was helpful.
Marc
And thanks for posting the pics. That was helpful.
Marc
SnowDog
Moderator
if the only two servo bays you see in the back of the plane are across from each other, then you are missing the rudder servo bay...look lower on the left side of the fuse (I think)...use a bright halogen flashlight from the other side of the plane to help find it...it should be there. You should be able to do push-pull on the rudder as well as two elevator servos if you want to (but I don't think that is advisable unless you are using a Genoah or some other brick for an engine.
AtomicFlyer
50cc
Thanks for the suggestions SnowDog. The only thing I can think is that maybe the newer version of the airframe is different or maybe just mine was assembled differently? I can actually look inside the fuselage and see the cutout pattern. I can also run my fingers around the outline from the outside. I wasn't able to shine a light through all the layers of covering, but the attached sketch (excuse my complete lack of ability to draw a straight line) shows how my airframe is configured.
There are just two servo bays, directly across from each other. There isn't a third servo bay anywhere else in the tail.
This would be a swell time for a 3DHS employee to jump in to confirm this airframe is really only setup for pull-pull and to ignore that part of the 72" Extra manual when assembling this plane. And maybe tell me that he received my email and the missing control horn is in the mail.
Marc
SnowDog
Moderator
Thanks for the suggestions SnowDog. The only thing I can think is that maybe the newer version of the airframe is different or maybe just mine was assembled differently? I can actually look inside the fuselage and see the cutout pattern. I can also run my fingers around the outline from the outside. I wasn't able to shine a light through all the layers of covering, but the attached sketch (excuse my complete lack of ability to draw a straight line) shows how my airframe is configured.
There are just two servo bays, directly across from each other. There isn't a third servo bay anywhere else in the tail.
This would be a swell time for a 3DHS employee to jump in to confirm this airframe is really only setup for pull-pull and to ignore that part of the 72" Extra manual when assembling this plane. And maybe tell me that he received my email and the missing control horn is in the mail.
Marc
That is odd, I must admit...not sure what to say...I do not have this airframe so I am out of ideas. I'm very shocked if in fact there is no provision for a rudder servo in the tail!
3dbandit
100cc
When I was building mine, I called 3DHS and was told this plane is designed to be set up with pull pull.
AtomicFlyer
50cc
Thanks for the replies. I've also come to the conclusion that it can only be set up pull-pull.
Only problem is my kit is missing one control horn. A couple guys have offered to send me a spare control horn they have which I really appreciate. But I figured I would just contact 3DHS for the missing part. But I've tried to call 2 or 3 times a day for the past 3 days and I keep getting a message that says they can't get to the phone and that I should send an email. I sent two emails but haven't heard a reply yet. So I may accept the kindness of one of the guys who offered to send me a control horn. Sure am glad the kit wasn't missing an elevator half or something like that because at the moment it seems like nobody is home at 3DHS.
Also, in case anyone finds this post in the future, it may be helpful to realize that although 3DHS recommends using the 72" Extra manual to assemble this plane, it is not correct when it comes to rudder servo set-up.
Marc
gyro
GSN Contributor
Thanks for the replies. I've also come to the conclusion that it can only be set up pull-pull.
Only problem is my kit is missing one control horn. A couple guys have offered to send me a spare control horn they have which I really appreciate. But I figured I would just contact 3DHS for the missing part. But I've tried to call 2 or 3 times a day for the past 3 days and I keep getting a message that says they can't get to the phone and that I should send an email. I sent two emails but haven't heard a reply yet. So I may accept the kindness of one of the guys who offered to send me a control horn. Sure am glad the kit wasn't missing an elevator half or something like that because at the moment it seems like nobody is home at 3DHS.
Also, in case anyone finds this post in the future, it may be helpful to realize that although 3DHS recommends using the 72" Extra manual to assemble this plane, it is not correct when it comes to rudder servo set-up.
Marc
Marc, sorry to read about your frustrations in reaching customer support at 3dhs. It can be extremely frustrating to be nearly done with a model, and come up missing on one small part.
Unfortunately, the fastest way to resolve this IMHO, is to accept the generosity of one of our forum members, and get the part you need. When you finally do get a hold of 3dhs, and get the missing control horn, you can send it back to whomever helped you.
Again, sorry
djmoose
70cc twin V2
Marc, I'll try to follow up on this for you.
Thanks for the replies. I've also come to the conclusion that it can only be set up pull-pull.
Only problem is my kit is missing one control horn. A couple guys have offered to send me a spare control horn they have which I really appreciate. But I figured I would just contact 3DHS for the missing part. But I've tried to call 2 or 3 times a day for the past 3 days and I keep getting a message that says they can't get to the phone and that I should send an email. I sent two emails but haven't heard a reply yet. So I may accept the kindness of one of the guys who offered to send me a control horn. Sure am glad the kit wasn't missing an elevator half or something like that because at the moment it seems like nobody is home at 3DHS.
Also, in case anyone finds this post in the future, it may be helpful to realize that although 3DHS recommends using the 72" Extra manual to assemble this plane, it is not correct when it comes to rudder servo set-up.
Marc