Disciple4123
Veteran
Location: Waynesboro, VA USA
| I think you are referring to a heim joint. That would probably require lubrication from time to time. May be good for a 100+ LB RC heli, I'd like to find a 100LB heli though
I am making another type of aircraft and will make custom ball links for it, because it is just as easy, lighter, and stiffer, I will do the following:
Get M 2.5 bolts 16mm long, cut the heads off.
Get 0.09" aluminum tubing and place in a vise
Heat the tubing, place M2.5 bolt (headless) into the heated tube about 8mm w/ JB weld epoxy, should fit in tightly, as it cools it seizes further.
Do the same for the other side, then self tap ball links on each side.
You end up with ball links, twist adjustable with an aluminum center tube.
I believe this will be lighter and stiffer, but the plastic ball link remains the same, not much of an improvement, but easy to make.
What do you think?
Eric |
