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E-flite Taylorcraft ARF Assembly Manual
6. Secure the struts to the wing using two 2mm x 8mm
sheet metal screws.
Control Throws
Use a ruler to adjust the throw of the elevator, ailerons and
rudder. This measurement is taken at the widest part of the
control surface. Adjust the position of the pushrod at the control
horn to achieve the following measurements when moving the
sticks to their endpoints.
Note
: Measurements are taken at the widest point on
the surface.
Ailerons
Low Rate: 1/2-inch (13mm) with 15% Expo (Up/Down)
High Rate: 3/4-inch (19mm) with 25% Expo (Up/Down)
Elevator
Low Rate: 1/2-inch (13mm) with 15% Expo (Up/Down)
High Rate: 7/8-inch (22mm) with 25% Expo (Up/Down)
Rudder
1
1
/
2
-inch (38mm) (Left/Right)
These are general guidelines measured from our own flight tests.
You can experiment with higher rates to match your preferred
style of flying.
