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Thread: Yoke recommendations
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04-08-2008, 06:11 AM #11
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Hehe! The way I convince the Mrs is by pointing out that I could be 'down the pub, drinking the money away'; at least this way she knows where I am!
I think it is the combination of computers, traditional workshop skills, aircraft and electronics that really appeals. We all need our metaphorical (and in some cases literal) garden sheds!
Cheers
JamesCH Yoke
CH Pedals
2 Saitek TQ`s
Opencockpits multiradio
GF LGT + T8
BU0386x and custom autopilot control panel
Basic pedestal and mip for generic GA sim in progress..
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04-08-2008, 09:12 AM #12
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04-08-2008, 10:05 PM #13
Hello James -
Here are a few pix of the 1/2" threaded galvanized pipe inserted in the CH Products yoke. I hope this helps.
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04-08-2008, 11:12 PM #14
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Excellent. Thanks Daniel. So 1/2 inch pipe neatly fits into the inside diameter of the existing tube. How do you find the movement? I have already had to grease the plastic bearings that the yoke tube runs in in an attempt to make it smoother. My fear is that significant increase in the distance from the yoke to the front bearing would increase the moment on it and hence friction..
Kennair, nice link. I have seen SKA200`s Kingair pics before. If I get anywhere near what he has achieved I would be bloody delighted!
Thanks
JamesCH Yoke
CH Pedals
2 Saitek TQ`s
Opencockpits multiradio
GF LGT + T8
BU0386x and custom autopilot control panel
Basic pedestal and mip for generic GA sim in progress..
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04-09-2008, 08:21 AM #15
Hey James -
The plastic on the existing yoke tube is just soft enough to screw the galvanized pipe into without cracking or breaking. The movement actually feels better since I added the 7" extension to it. I greased the plastic tube parts just to be sure was no additional friction with the added weight.
I was thinking about replacing my yoke before I did this. Since the whole mod only cost me $US6 (pipe, duct tape, wire) I have save myself the $150+++ on a new yoke.
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