KR> KRnet Digest, Vol 1, Issue 24

2013-03-19 Thread J M
On Mar 19, 2013, at 9:00 AM, krnet-request at list.krnet.org wrote: > > Has anyone used morse cables? (I think that is what they are called) like > the ones used on boats? I think that the Ridge Runner I had used them for aileron control. They worked quite well with the fold up wings. I also

KR> Aileron cable rigging with tricycle gear

2013-03-19 Thread Tony King
Yeah, that's probably true. They also might have a bit more slop than regular cables. But since there are well known aircraft using them apparently quite successfully, these obviously aren't showstopper issues. TK On 19 March 2013 08:32, wrote: > I have always heard they have more friction th

KR> Aileron cable rigging with tricycle gear

2013-03-19 Thread Tony King
I don't understand why morse/teleflex/push-pull cables aren't more common in aircraft. I know Jabiru use them, and I've seen them in some other aicraft. I'm planning to use them on my KR. No doubt they're a bit heavier than regular cables, but by the time you include the fittings and brackets yo