I always put them in with the hole for the pushrod facing upwards, this moves the centre of actuation slightly further away from the hinge point. Servorahmen control surface horns have a slight bump in them which should be furthest away from the hinge point. Just found this illustration which illustrates what I'm trying to say www.hyperflight.co.uk/extras/IDS%20Flap%20Drawing.jpg
Excellent video, thanks for taking the time. I am expecting a new Orca Pro next week and will be installing the same ids (kst but same system). Nice trick with the cling film round the servos ! I have a 4m BF as well with the same mks servos, but bought it second hand so ids already in and i love it. I have been flying it in wind and off the slope heavily ballasted (it is a triple carbon wing). Without ballast i am at 1.7 kg, and i am adding 750 g. It is not really in it's element flying fast (anyway that is my excuse for the orca). For the epoxy i have a little suggestion , rather than the plastic bag i use a syringe ' ( no needle) and surprisingly because the nylon is so smooth that also comes clean after it has set and can be re-used. For difficult bits i stick a bit of heat shrink on the end and that is great for getting glue in difficult places. For my explorer bits I use F5Jpro in Greece, great service, i think they are vey close to NAN and get deliveries very quickly. Can't wait for some decent weather ! I have been using 850 mah 3s batteries in the explorer which i find a bit small two climbs and a decent reserve, but i don't fly competition so wanted something a bit bigger but still thin enough to fit right into the slim fuse, just found these in case you might like to give them a try hobbyking.com/en_us/turnigy-1500mah-3s-30c-lipo-e-flite-compatible-eflb15003s.html had to shorten the wires and change the plug but really good value and gives me a bit more time for fun flying. All the best, and thanks again, Rod
Thanks for doing this excellent video - I am thinking of getting an Explorer myself, so this is very relevant - I am hoping that you will cover Flap install and the installation of the tail control servos.I am also keen to hear what you think about its flying qualities. By the way, I am just up the road from you in Cheltenham.
Hi Justin. I’ve actually recorded the flap install vid but I need to edit it and upload it. You’ve reminded me to get to that ASAP! Honestly the BF is an absolutely fantastic glider. I was in 4mph winds a few days ago on Selsley and it was finding lift and thermals everywhere. It’s absolutely magic. I managed 1,600ft in one thermal. With the big flaps you can descend nearly vertical and not gain airspeed. Mine is the standard version and comes in at just around 1250g all up. More than happy to chat more if you want to message me 👍
@@rcaviationadventures7698 Hi again - looks like the messaging option is no longer available on UA-cam. I do have some questions about the Explorer BF - it sounds like the glider I am after... or maybe the Q version. Is the Standard version reasonably durable and tough? Is it easy to assemble/disassemble on the field? I am also looking for something that has nice flight/handling characteristics - ie easy to thermal. It would be good to see some video of your machine in flight. Did you get yours through ACE Model? Justin
Hey can i ask, im trying to find out which way round you insert the IDS into the flap/Ail
Struggling to find a answer
Tom
I always put them in with the hole for the pushrod facing upwards, this moves the centre of actuation slightly further away from the hinge point. Servorahmen control surface horns have a slight bump in them which should be furthest away from the hinge point. Just found this illustration which illustrates what I'm trying to say www.hyperflight.co.uk/extras/IDS%20Flap%20Drawing.jpg
Brilliant think i get it now👍. And the peg sits flush with the flap or inline with the wiper ?
Does the flap peg sit flush on the flap or run parallel with the wiper
Brilliant detailed installation thank you.
you're very welcome. I'm glad it was useful 👍
Excellent video, thanks for taking the time. I am expecting a new Orca Pro next week and will be installing the same ids (kst but same system). Nice trick with the cling film round the servos ! I have a 4m BF as well with the same mks servos, but bought it second hand so ids already in and i love it. I have been flying it in wind and off the slope heavily ballasted (it is a triple carbon wing). Without ballast i am at 1.7 kg, and i am adding 750 g. It is not really in it's element flying fast (anyway that is my excuse for the orca). For the epoxy i have a little suggestion , rather than the plastic bag i use a syringe ' ( no needle) and surprisingly because the nylon is so smooth that also comes clean after it has set and can be re-used. For difficult bits i stick a bit of heat shrink on the end and that is great for getting glue in difficult places. For my explorer bits I use F5Jpro in Greece, great service, i think they are vey close to NAN and get deliveries very quickly. Can't wait for some decent weather ! I have been using 850 mah 3s batteries in the explorer which i find a bit small two climbs and a decent reserve, but i don't fly competition so wanted something a bit bigger but still thin enough to fit right into the slim fuse, just found these in case you might like to give them a try hobbyking.com/en_us/turnigy-1500mah-3s-30c-lipo-e-flite-compatible-eflb15003s.html had to shorten the wires and change the plug but really good value and gives me a bit more time for fun flying.
All the best, and thanks again, Rod
Thanks Rod. Love the idea of the syringe and heat shrink! I also have an Orca arriving soon, C64 X tail :D Be interested to hear your thoughts on it!
Nice. Since 3 years ago when you did this video did you try some new IDS install like Thomas Liu or Oberflug Modellbau ?
Hummm no. I've only used Servorahmen and Baudis so far, I'll check them out 👍
Thank u
Thanks for doing this excellent video - I am thinking of getting an Explorer myself, so this is very relevant - I am hoping that you will cover Flap install and the installation of the tail control servos.I am also keen to hear what you think about its flying qualities. By the way, I am just up the road from you in Cheltenham.
Hi Justin. I’ve actually recorded the flap install vid but I need to edit it and upload it. You’ve reminded me to get to that ASAP! Honestly the BF is an absolutely fantastic glider. I was in 4mph winds a few days ago on Selsley and it was finding lift and thermals everywhere. It’s absolutely magic. I managed 1,600ft in one thermal. With the big flaps you can descend nearly vertical and not gain airspeed. Mine is the standard version and comes in at just around 1250g all up. More than happy to chat more if you want to message me 👍
@@rcaviationadventures7698 Hi again - looks like the messaging option is no longer available on UA-cam. I do have some questions about the Explorer BF - it sounds like the glider I am after... or maybe the Q version. Is the Standard version reasonably durable and tough? Is it easy to assemble/disassemble on the field? I am also looking for something that has nice flight/handling characteristics - ie easy to thermal. It would be good to see some video of your machine in flight. Did you get yours through ACE Model?
Justin