REFLECTOR: Factory Elevator actuator re-installation

[Brett Ferrell]

I removed mine as well. I'm curious, are you sure it's the actuator? I
would try hooking 12V to it to be   sure the speed control isn't limiting
torque. If it is the actuator, I was under the impression they had a
limit switch to kick them out at full travel... Maybe it's gone bad?
Brett


   	-------Original Message-------
  From: Scott Derrick
  To: Velocity Aircraft Owners and Builders list
  Subject: REFLECTOR: Factory Elevator actuator re-installation
  Sent: 22 Feb '11 20:08

  I am considering removing the Strong Pitch System I installed and
  re-installing the factory elevator actuator.

  Why?

  1.)  I never really liked the look of the strong actuator.
  2.) The mounting end cap that is held on with a hose type clamp would
  flex apart form the body when maximum pull was exerted on it,
  specifically with full down trim and pulling up on the stick. I put an
  additional clamp on it which reduced the flexing considerably but it
  still moves a bit.  It seems like it is a failure point talking to me.
  3.) An AD(sic) was released a while back about this flexing.
  4.) I thought I would get more trim range with the Strong system, I was
  wrong, its so close I can't tell the difference.
  5.) The change would improve my single front passenger CG, requiring
  less dead weight weight(my flight bag and tool kit placed in the right
  seat or floor).

  I plan on using the Strong electronic control system which is far
  superior to the plans one.  Solid state relays, built in brake and a
  speed control.

  I hooked up the factory actuator to the strong controller and all went
  well until I extended the actuator to full length.  It would not
  return.  If I screw it back in half a turn it works again.

  I remember reading about the actuator developing a bad spot and that
  there is a repair procedure.

  Any suggestions on how I can repair the unit?

  Scott


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