Do It Yourself - Cheap RC Radio Setup Test Model

Tired of dragging out your full size model airplanes to test your radio setup and mixes? Make a desktop test model! With this simple model I can test nearly any control mix you can think of, flaperons, crow, elevon, v-tail, flap, aileron, elevator, rudder, etc. as well as gyro functions and Spektrum AS3X and SAFE mode operation in a small package that I can sit on the desk. Just takes a 30x20 foam board, some cheap servos and linkages, popsicle sticks, hot glue, a printer (if you want to print plan's) and some of your time.
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Here is the link to the line drawing for the P-51 I used.
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Parts list (some affiliate links):
10 Pack Servo Motors SG90
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20pcs 1.3mm Pushrod Connector Linkage Stopper & Steel Z Style Pushrods
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Wood Craft Sticks
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Walmart foam board (not an affiliate link)
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Links to some other items and gear used in this video:
Sony HDR-CX405 camcorder
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RadioMaster TX16S transmitter
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Spektrum DXS Transmitter
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Mini COB Rechargeable work light
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Ulanzi AM18 Wireless Mic Kit
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*Disclaimer: No it doesn't fly...

[@andyschmid7259]

Excellent tool Shane, makes sense to figure out setups with👌👍 Cheers from Switzerland, Andy

[@JeffinLowerAlabama]

Shane great idea and fun build. Jeff in LA USA

[@shanesdiy]

Hey Jeff! Thanks for stopping by and for your comment! Happy flying.

[@txkflier]

You actually installed the flap servos correctly. The others I’ve seen have the flaps moving in opposite directions like the ailerons do. I’ve been wanting to make one, but haven’t gotten around to it. Good job.. 👍

[@shanesdiy]

First time through I did have them opposite just like the ailerons, then I flipped one of the flap servos around, didn't show it in the video but talked about it. Thanks. It'll be really useful, took way longer than I anticipated having to video it all but it will be worth it. Thanks for watching and for commenting!

[@txkflier]

@@shanesdiy I would want to install the flap and aileron linkages under the wing so that I could demonstrate aileron differential by offsetting either the servo arms forward one tooth or moving the control horns back from the hinge line. But, I could just make a separate mockup that would show the difference in deflection.

[@shanesdiy]

@@txkflier You should make one of these test models, I'd love to see what you come up with. I'm sure you'd get plenty of use out of it for your tutorial videos. I haven't made any guide videos with it yet but already used it so many times to do a quick test of a function. Its been my tester for the new Spektrum AS3X+ firmware so I didn't have to risk goofing up my airplane setups until I get it figured out!

[@sagacyberdemon]

thank you very much for this.

[@beauthompson5338]

hi what receiver did you use?

[@shanesdiy]

During the video I had an AR631 connected but the intention is to be able to test any receiver I want. I've had several different receivers wired up to it for testing setups.