Balsa USA Stingray with DLE-20, RC Plane Build N0 31: set up DLE-20 choke and throttle servos

[@randynelson1769]

Hey James, i have been enjoying watching your build videos and many times watching each one several times. I like how you deviate from the plans to fit this build making it better. Your covering skills are great! I can't wait to see you flying! BTW: i like hearing you narrating as you build..it makes for a bit longer, but you're giving valuable information as you go.

[@JamesRCPlaneTech]

Thanks Randy for the compliments and feedback on the narratives, its helpful to me. And , ya it takes longer, I was hoping to get a vid out this weekend but just finished it , so it should be out in a few days. Im getting closer, and now starting to get the jitters thinking about the maiden soon! Thanks again

[@matthewscheiper6973]

Hi. Really enjoy your channel and all your tips and methods. Being a new builder, it really has been a big help! Thanks!

[@JamesRCPlaneTech]

Thank you , I appreciate it. Its all fun and we are all learn from each other, many ways to do things, glad to hear you are building!

[@lleston8927]

The format of your video is very good. Specially for beginners. It depends on who the audience is. Some people are new to the hobby and in that case they can benefit from a narrated format. Thanks for taking the time to teach.

[@JamesRCPlaneTech]

Thanks for the feedback. Hard to do a video that appeals to all. But getting feedback is helpful.

[@joepellissier2091]

Well done. I do like the narration on the video. I really like using golden rods but have never used the rubber stops. I always scuff up the outer blue portion and then glue them as they pass through bulkheads or supports. Lots of ways to skin a cat I suppose. Can’t wait to see this thing fly.

[@JamesRCPlaneTech]

Thanks! As I get closer to finishing I get more nervous about the maiden!

[@michaelfergusonsr.8574]

Great video! We all learn together thank you.

[@JamesRCPlaneTech]

Thanks!

[@duainrothman7930]

Hi James when you start setting servos in it means you coming down the pike of finish line 😊. When I run the threaded rod into the inner rod I chuck the unthreaded into the drill and run it in & out of the inner rod makes it easy peasy also doesn't mar up the inner rod holding it. Lite winds and smooth landings.

[@JamesRCPlaneTech]

Thanks! And great tip!

[@homienat3374]

Nice job mate really enjoyed it, thanks 🤙🤙🤙

[@JamesRCPlaneTech]

Awesome thanks!

[@Glenfilthie1]

Well I am just enjoying the heck out of this series, James. Your camera/editting work is a real bonus too. I am pondering a plans built Super Sportster off Outerzone… and so much of this kit stuff is applicable to the stick builds. I personally don’t care about vid length…I am on my second pass through the series. There’s so much to learn… and seeing it done beats the hell out of the manuals every time. Really appreciate the DLE tutorials too. 100 thumbs up!👍

[@JamesRCPlaneTech]

Thanks, I appreciate the feedback and glad toy are enjoying the vids. Its a lot more work to produce these things, so feedback is helpful

[@JamesRCPlaneTech]

And good luck with your build!

[@billpennymcnally226]

Very helpful great video

[@JamesRCPlaneTech]

Thanks!

[@Ozsimboy]

I’ll now change my throttle & choke set-up method! Thank you for an informative video 🙂

[@JamesRCPlaneTech]

Thanks! Glad it was helpful

[@marcobuonavita2757]

Bel video , interessante istruttivo e piacevole , particolareggiato in ogni definizione , molto utile

[@JamesRCPlaneTech]

Thanks Marco!

[@larryfox7279]

Hey james ...so much better without the music ..much better tutorial without it . Great job ! And thanks for all your hard work ..

[@JamesRCPlaneTech]

Thanks for the feedback. Much appreciated!

[@alanreynolds2125]

Good job James!

[@JamesRCPlaneTech]

Thanks!

[@donalddodier9022]

Nice video that being said I would never use the servos and linkages you are using in a Gas engine setup. You would be better off using metal geared servos for throttle connected with ball links as you want zero slop as it only takes very small movements to change the throttle. Those plastic rods will also change size with the temperature change and that will change your low and high throttle settings. Also vibration will quickly strip the gears on a standard servo. You could save yourself some effort by just making a mechanical setup with the choke as adding a servo only adds weight and complexity.

[@JamesRCPlaneTech]

Thanks for the comments and tips! Ya, I'm not sure how helpful the choke servo is, I do like the mechanical option, simple and reliable, less weight. But this is my first "gas" build, so I wanted to try a choke servo. And I'll have to watch the things you mentioned, and maybe switch to ball links if I have trouble. I'll have to monitor things as she goes. I appreciate your comments, it's helpful to all.