Servo’s at last I have a lousy sense of timing. This Type 212A was going to be a one week build, to learn about building and operating model submarines before getting into my bespoke build.
Things came to a halt a month ago due to difficulties obtaining the servos that this tech frame was specifically designed around.
Firstly many thanks to Westbourne Models for all their help, and to Engel who have found two originals for me which have just arrived.
It appears that Robbe have stopped making the FS 500 MG servo. I have been advised that after trialling alternatives Engel are now in the process of having replicas made in the Far East. The case and lugs make an exact sandwich fit between two CNC bulkheads, and the HD metal gearbox is necessary in case servo throw limit is exceeded, a problem with some transmitter settings being overriden by the X Tail Controller. The new Mk II Controller has an additional control allowing you to limit the throw. eg: 70%
I can now carry on the build
X Tail Controller is now on its way to me.