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Flybyjim
12-23-2014, 09:06 PM
So has anyone installed an auto pilot system in their ss7? I know this might seem over kill for this type plane but for longer trips it might be nice. I am not even sure how the servos hook up to controls so you can see i am very green in this area, any info would be great

jiott
12-23-2014, 10:21 PM
I haven't and probably won't put in the AP, but for those of us who have the Dynon or Advanced Flight Systems (and I am sure several others) EFIS the auto-pilot electronics are already included in our system whether we use it or not. All that is necessary is to install 2-axis servo actuators.

Flybyjim
12-24-2014, 05:18 AM
Where are the servos mounted, how is the linkage installed

Dick B in KY
12-24-2014, 07:31 AM
You might want to search previous post on this subject. I believe Dorsal has the auto pilot system installed in his ac with pictures included in posts.

Dick B

Paul Z
12-24-2014, 07:44 AM
I did a search on Dorsal, here is the link to his Auto Pilot.

http://www.teamkitfox.com/Forums/showthread.php?t=4537&highlight=auto+pilot

Here is a second link, shows the servos for the Flaperons
http://www.teamkitfox.com/Forums/showthread.php?t=1126

mr bill
12-24-2014, 09:36 AM
This is how I did mine. Very simple, no welding and very adjustable.

kmach
12-24-2014, 10:26 AM
Mr.Bill ,
aren't you going to have a conflict with the rudder cables and pulleys ?

mr bill
12-24-2014, 12:48 PM
Sorry, I forgot to mention that I am building a lV, so there is no interference.