Servo linkage covers

[Doc Data]

Anyone have a strong opnion, either way, about the advantages or disadvantages of molded plastic covers over wing servo linkage?

dd.

[Ollie]

Windtunnel tests have shown that four servo covers on an F3B model reduce the drag about 5%.

Another alternative is to use RAD's for internal linkages. These are expected to reduce the drag of an F3B model about 10%.

[Jurgen Heilig]

I just used some neat servo mounting frame / linkage covers on my new Excel Competition 2.
Installation:
- Glue frame into wing.
- Glue servo to the inside of the cover/linkage fairing.
- Attach cover to the mount with four screws.
Simple, isn't it. :) Jürgen

[Jurgen Heilig]

And that's how it looks installed.

[Doc Data]

I've seen them and they look nice. However, my servos are already installed.

Anyone know who carrys the thin plastic tape-on servo covers that can send them promptly? Hobby-Lobby has some (I have a set) but they have a raised area for the servo that I don't want.

Thanks,
dd.

[Ollie]

Doc,
Planes Wings and Things is temporarily closed until mid August but their web site is: http://www.planes-wings-things.com/products/servocovers.htm

[Doc Data]

I've got the type from PWT. I'm looking for molded ones that cover the linkage.

dd.

[Ric Duley]

Hi Doc,
I'm not sure if these are what you want but have a look-see.
http://www.kamodels.com/index.html
Click on "Accessories" and scroll down to the servo covers.