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Control surface throws
I highly recommend that you purchase a throw meter that measure in
degrees. There are several units available commercially. These units are a
great aid in set-up and definitely beat the “that looks about right” method.
For any type of precision flying, surfaces that travel equal distances are a
must. The following control surface travels are what I use on my own Slick.
These are a good starting point, but are by no means the only way to set up
the aircraft. Start here and then adjust to fit your own preferences and style
of flying.
Elevator:
8-10 degrees low rate, 20% exponential; all you can get high rate,
60-65% exponential
Aileron:
20 degrees low rate, 30-40% exponential; 38-45 degrees high rate,
65-70% exponential
Rudder
:
20 degrees low rate, 50% exponential; all you can get for high rate,
80-90% exponential.
This completes the assembly of the Slick 580 EXP. As a final step clean the
entire aircraft with glass cleaner, then apply a coat of spray-on wax and buff
the finish to a high gloss with a microfiber cloth. My favorite product for this
is Eagle One Wet Wax AS-U-DRY, available in the automotive section of most
Wal-Marts, K-marts, Sears, Targets, etc. People often ask me at trade shows
how I get the planes to look so shiny, this is my secret. You may wish to apply
all of your graphics before applying the coat of wax.
Thanks again for your purchase of the Extreme Flight RC 120cc Slick 580
EXP. I hope you enjoy assembling and flying yours as much as I have mine.
See you at the flying field!
Chris Hinson
