Linkage Throw Basics
The diagram illustrates a reducer bar that adjusts the amount of throw to a glow engine throttle. The reducer bar adjusts the amount of throw to throttle rod X. Moving clevis Y in direction A reduces throw—moving to B increases throw. Adapted from 400 Great R/C Modeling Tips by Jim Newman, Volume I, an Air Age Media publication. These linkage mechanics can also be used for RC airplane control surfaces. The video, “Setting up control...
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