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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>There has been discussion on pros/cons of nylon
tube vs teflon tubes with the .070" CF pushrod. Here is my experience with
it.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>On my first attempt at the .070" CF pushrod system,
I bought the CST kit with the teflon sleeve/tubes. After fooling with them for a
while, I pitched them in the trash can and went to the Dubro nylon antenna
tubes. I found that it was mpossible...at least for me...to get them
attached to a spar/ladder without binding. So, my vote is: I
ABSOLUTELY won't use the flakey/flimsey teflon.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>In the process, I developed my own method of
installation, which uses only one piece of 1/4" balsa for support (not a ladder)
with a cross piece near the front end, back end and one in the middle. I found
the key to the thing was to get it installed and working smoothly before gluing
it in.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>For my next airplane, I'm going to use CF tubes
with the CF pushrod and NO balsa ladder or support. I understand the weight
is about the same. Of course, you have to install it in a straight line to get a
smooth operating pushrod.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>Evreryone has their own way....smile.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>Ken B.</FONT></DIV></DIV></BODY></HTML>