Installation Update:
Wiring - very straight fwd. Although, I connected the disconnect switch on the control stick backwards. We had fun trying to determine why the servos were not properly calibrating. Finally we checked and rechecked the wires, and Dewey (my adult supervision) determined, flip the switch over - no problems after that.
Menu setup – very easy to understand/calibrate (when wired correctly
Servo location(s) - we tested the servos about a hundred times before settling on a permanent location. Dewey fabricated two separate brackets out of fiberglass. The servos are secured to the bracket by four screws, two on each side.
Here is a picture of the roll bracket
Roll Servo - for a Velocity it is located behind the copilot's seat, in the passenger area. (many have been placed on the fire wall). Dewey did a lot of work to make sure that it is located in the area where it can be removed - if there is a future problem. This proved to be a challenge. The servo is placed fairly close the seat back. It is too close to get a screw driver to remove the screws on the front side of the unit. To solve this problem, Dewey floxed a piece of glass (base plate) to the floor of the plane, with four bolts sticking out of the base plate. The nuts can be removed, and thus allowing the servo to be removed/pulled out. He also had to grind away an aluminum bracket (guide for the rear seat back cover) to make sure the control arm/bolt had sufficient clearance.
Pitch servo – located on the fwd keel (between the pilot and co-pilot). One again Dewey found the perfect spot for the bracket. We test fitted a hundred times (drilled out four screw holes), and screwed the bracket and servo in place to make sure it truly was the optimal position. It was then floxed in place.
Feel of servos on flight surfaces – I was curious about how much force would be applied on the controls. When I purchased the plane in July, I did not have the roll trim hooked up. I had about ten hours on it. I then hooked up the roll trim, and it is a little too stiff for me. I will disconnect it. It appears the roll/trim servos are not that stiff on the ground. I am anxious to see how they feel in flight.
I will complete installation later in the week, and then fly!! I will give my impressions after first couple of flights (and provide installation photos
Tim
