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02-16-2012 07:40 PM

Dangaras

Re: ASM A-26 Invader Build Thread

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Originally Posted by Struts1

I like how ur lights pop out and retract in but why does motor makes so much noise....what lights are you using as i would want to use same on my S Connie as they r exactly like urs on real Connies...

Its a combination of cheap servos and a low battery on the servo tester. I got the lights from a home hardware, they are clip on lights for reading books in the dark. They have a single white LED and a silver reflector.

I used a HK hatch hinge, did some surgery on the reflector and hinge in order to glue them together at the right level so they actuate correctly. Then I had to solder a 200 ohm resistor in series with each LED to maintain a 30 mA current.

I used an RC Lander on/off switch from pw-rc.com to switch the lights and a turnigy rate controller slowly deploys/retracts the lights while it also slowly turns the lights on/off...

The hardest part was the 1/16th ply panel cutout. Lucky for me I have a friend who has a laser cutter and he was instrumental in getting the cutting done perfectly.

02-16-2012 06:20 PM

Struts1

Re: ASM A-26 Invader Build Thread

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Originally Posted by Dangaras

I decided to build some landing lights into the wings of my A-26. Here is a youtube video of test cycle..

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YHyIox8wlls

02-16-2012 06:03 PM

Dangaras

Re: ASM A-26 Invader Build Thread

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Originally Posted by Struts1

Andre your VQ Invader is a beautiful model, love the lights on it. Can't wait to see her flying!, r u going to take it to Maidenfest in April?

Thanx. This puppy has been flying for a few years now, so maidenfest isn't for her...

02-16-2012 05:38 PM

Struts1

Re: ASM A-26 Invader Build Thread

Andre your VQ Invader is a beautiful model, love the lights on it. Can't wait to see her flying!, r u going to take it to Maidenfest in April?

02-16-2012 05:36 PM

Struts1

Re: ASM A-26 Invader Build Thread

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Originally Posted by Max

I agree. I find selecting a motor is difficult these days because of insufficient data from the manufacturers. Som tell you "this" but dont tell you "that". Others vice versa. Very frustrating!!

I have been doing a lot of my learning about electrics by experimenting and picking the brains of fellow members who are trying-this and trying-that. Along the way, mistakes are made but the collective knowledge is passed on.

LOL. That is why I am going to see how you do with your A-26 and learn from your experience before I commit to anything for my plane..LOL

Well that happens when you don't ask right people about that particular model. Since ur having such a difficult time with my old bird, maybe we could work something out and i can get it back. I know exactly how to make her fly again...

02-16-2012 03:28 PM

mups53

Re: ASM A-26 Invader Build Thread

Hopefully the solid ground won't be a factor. We beefed up the stab just like you said too. Thanks for that tip. Mike

02-16-2012 02:38 PM

Dangaras

Re: ASM A-26 Invader Build Thread

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Very cool. Mine is al ready to go. Just have to wait for the weather! Mike

Good luck. She is heavy, make sure the ground is solid..

02-16-2012 01:53 PM

mups53

Re: ASM A-26 Invader Build Thread

Very cool. Mine is al ready to go. Just have to wait for the weather! Mike

02-16-2012 11:05 AM

Dangaras

Re: ASM A-26 Invader Build Thread

I decided to build some landing lights into the wings of my A-26. Here is a youtube video of test cycle..

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YHyIox8wlls

07-23-2011 01:43 AM

cossi

Re: ASM A-26 Invader Build Thread

Hi, have done it, they fly !
Fly with 6s lipo.
So it goes really fast, and I can start on our smal grass runway.
Next project is already at home. DC3 with a 3 meter wingspan.
'll Still make a nice video and the link set.
What exactly do you build?
Greetings from Lieboch
Michael

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