REFLECTOR: aileron trim

[Scott Baker]

Hello Lou,
Give it a try.  If it's too 'sticky' or otherwise makes the cord unusable, it only takes a moment to replace the cord.
SB
  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: Lou Stedman 
  To: Velocity Aircraft Owners and Builders list 
  Sent: Monday, December 31, 2007 6:32 PM
  Subject: Re: REFLECTOR: aileron trim


  Thanks Scott. The cord is definitely slipping. What about something like bow string wax. Would that work?

  Lou Stedman
  Velocity N7044Q
  Olean, NY
    ----- Original Message ----- 
    From: Scott Baker 
    To: Velocity Aircraft Owners and Builders list 
    Sent: Monday, December 31, 2007 6:25 PM
    Subject: Re: REFLECTOR: aileron trim


    Hello Lou,
    It may be weak springs, but more than likely the problem is the cord slipping on the capstan.  Wrap the cord around the capstan 2 to 3-turns.  It might also be helpful to add 'skicky stuff'  (like pine tar) to the cord to make it grip the capstan better.
    Best regards,
    Scott B
      ----- Original Message ----- 
      From: Lou Stedman 
      To: Reflector Velocity 
      Sent: Monday, December 31, 2007 3:44 PM
      Subject: REFLECTOR: aileron trim


      Hi Guys. Happy New Year to all.

      I have a question for the group regarding aileron trim. My Vel is about 18 yrs old. I am going through my first conditional inspection. I have replace some items that I didn't feel were in good condition. I have one area that puzzles me. That is the aileron, cord and spring, trim set up. It may be that my springs are old and have lost their strength but I am not sure. When I engage the electric motor, on the ground, it runs but nothing happens to the ailerons. I do not see any deflection up or down. I am not sure if this is normal or weather something needs replacing. Any help would be appreciated.

      Lou Stedman
      Velocity N7044Q
      Olean, NY
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