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Hi. I;m new to this forum as well as to the Formosa 2. The manual is a real bitch as of all things the servo setup part is left out. Does anyone know where to install the servos, esc, receiver etc? From the pic i understand that the elevator/rudder servos are mounted on the exterior near the tail section but isnt the servo cable too short to reach the receiver? And i read somewhere that some ppl choose a dual servo aileron setup, how is that possible?! Thought the aileron left/right control is only one channel? Would appreciate if someone could show me some good illustrated sources on the servo setup. I've been sourcing the net and i only could find text explanations which arnt helpful if you ask me. Thks. I'm desperate cuz the formosa 2 is lying on my table for 3 wks already and i'm itching to do some fast pattern flying.
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hi Inverter,
the Formosa2 :
Wing servos: installed on the wing (See pic)
usually connected to Channel 1(right wing) and 6(left wing) Futaba TX.
Check with your TX manual which channel should you connect.
For tail and rudder servos, installed at the back left and right side already molded out. see pics.
As for receiver, should locate inside the fuselarge where wing to be mounted,
however, you will need to ger servo wire extensions for your tail,rudder,and wing servos. Measure the length you need, JetHobby selling from 20cm,30cm to 40cm, get the correct connector type to match your Receiver connectors.
Ask Moh, he will advice you.
As for the ESC,Receiver location,and lipo location, use masking tape to roughly secure them inside the fuselarge first, then check the CG as in pic 19.
its ok to let the nose tilt a bit down(nose heavy) so in your maiden flight its safer and easier to control the plane.
This is a very big plane, you should get say AXI 2820 brushless motor or heavy ones, you may need to move the lipo 3cell all the way to front if needed.
Adjust the CG properly first with all your electronics,motor,mounted, its better you get someone with experience to help you with this big plane.
all the best to your maiden!
Cheers!
We flies at Punggol Field Walk every Sat/Sun morning till say 11am.
Come down to join us if you are near, else, Woodlands or Jurong West folks will be more then happy to help you too.
ps: You are right bro..the manual really sucks...it assumes builder to read its mind!
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Thks folks for the very informative and useful replies. Sheesh i knew it, must get cable extensions, which also means soldering...arghh!! Troublesome man! Or are there servos that have extra long wires? All standard length? Any other alternatives that does not require soldering?Originally posted by P4cm4n2000hi Inverter,
the Formosa2 :
Wing servos: installed on the wing (See pic)
usually connected to Channel 1(right wing) and 6(left wing) Futaba TX.
Check with your TX manual which channel should you connect.
For tail and rudder servos, installed at the back left and right side already molded out. see pics.
As for receiver, should locate inside the fuselarge where wing to be mounted,
however, you will need to ger servo wire extensions for your tail,rudder,and wing servos. Measure the length you need, JetHobby selling from 20cm,30cm to 40cm, get the correct connector type to match your Receiver connectors.
Ask Moh, he will advice you.
As for the ESC,Receiver location,and lipo location, use masking tape to roughly secure them inside the fuselarge first, then check the CG as in pic 19.
its ok to let the nose tilt a bit down(nose heavy) so in your maiden flight its safer and easier to control the plane.
This is a very big plane, you should get say AXI 2820 brushless motor or heavy ones, you may need to move the lipo 3cell all the way to front if needed.
Adjust the CG properly first with all your electronics,motor,mounted, its better you get someone with experience to help you with this big plane.
all the best to your maiden!
Cheers!
We flies at Punggol Field Walk every Sat/Sun morning till say 11am.
Come down to join us if you are near, else, Woodlands or Jurong West folks will be more then happy to help you too.
ps: You are right bro..the manual really sucks...it assumes builder to read its mind!Comment
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No need to solder just buy from LHS. Here one link for it:
You can try other shops too and look around for the best px.
You can also take a look at this site for more ideas on mods, etc.
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Ahhh grrrreat! Rotor time for servo extensions. I'm still not sure abt the aileron servo setup tho. I still don't get the dual servo ailerons. You mean you'll use two sticks to control left/right ailerons? I prefer a single aileron setup. If that's the case, then follow the E-starter's aileron setup?Comment
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Hi Inverter,
Most of TX (Transmitter) are designed to handle two aileron servos (Channel 1 and 6) or just use one Aileron servo for small planes (i.e. Foamosa 1)
In your case, pls check with your Transmitter setup manual.
what brand are you using? TX.
The Foamosa2 is a big plane, may require two servos to push the ailerons due to the big control surfaces and design.
if not, don't fly this huge plane yet. get the smaller Foamosa1 first, practice until you can take off and land, confident enough to take on the bigger version.Punggol Field Walk - Precision Landing Required!Comment
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Fomosa 1
I really itching for it 
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I was flying the formosa 1, that's why the progression to f2. Am using a Futaba t6exhp. Yup shall check with my manual then. Thks!Originally posted by P4cm4n2000Comment
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My channel 6 reads "pitch". That's the one? I understand my TX is for heli but so far ive been using it for planes and works perfectly fine.Comment
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Originally posted by Inverter
keke bro, your 6EX is for Heli lah... I don't think you can use it to control two aileron servos, since 1servo may not be powerful enuf.
unless you want to get a Optic6 or go for Futaba7cap (for heli and planes).
sorry haven't try the heli TX version, but have tried many Futaba6EXAirplane version.
check this out:
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I don't get it. There are ppl who are using this model for planes which use dual aileron servos. Think have to make some setting changes.Comment
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Go for it. Go for it. Go for it.Originally posted by HotDogBunFomosa 1 I really itching for it
Make the order. Make the order. Make the order
Sorry inverter. Good luck on ur F2. I'm learning to fly a F1 now. Its a joy!
CheersPractice makes permanent. Perfect practice makes perfect.Comment
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Inverter
I am not familiar with 6EX controller. but my JR 3810 has a function that lets you decide what model type like Ailevon (jets) Flapperon (Aerobatics) and Normal (sports). So maybe you just have to select model type or program to make two channels to work as ailerons. Daren't say how though cos I am not familiar with your futaba.Go back in one piece to fly another day.
Having fun yet?
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Thks dude for your input. Been trying all sorts of config with my TX last night. The only form of mixing possible is swashplate. Doesn't work cuz all 3 inputs, ail, ele, pitch would be mixed simultaneously. But not to fret, i just got myself a Y-connector. Works like a charm for my f2's dual aileron servos. Guess they invented the over simple yet highly functional y-connectors for ppl who are clueless on mixing or like me who kena conned by hobby shop salesman. I clearly rem him telling me 1.5 yrs ago, " get the 6EXHP so that nxt time u sick of airplanes can try heli. " If only i knew back then that some/ most 3D planes require a dual servo aileron setup. My bad la come to think of it.Originally posted by plug&flyComment
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