Sky Surfer and Bixler RC Plane Build Supplement Part2

This is Part 2 of a 28-minute video series for guys and gals who own (or who are looking to own) a Sky Surfer or Bixler RC Plane. In the videos I cover some additional things to do after you have followed the included assembly manual, as well as some additional purchases you might want to make.

Part 1 includes: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AuKFTTWxpSk
1. Intro
2. Exercise your hinges
3. Set control horn and servo horn positions
4. Don't Glue Wings in!
5. Remove the washers inside the nose

Part 2 includes:
6. Replace Wing Spar
7. Check Motor Direction
8. Replace the prop
9. Check Prop Direction
10. Reinforce with Carbon Fiber (CF)

Part 3 includes: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J6VO1JvfaK0
11. Add tape
12. Use Threadlocker
13. Add foam to the nose

Part 4 includes: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0H5tYZLh9qA
14. Additional Items Suggested
15. Check Center of Gravity (CG)
16. Conclusion

The best place to ask questions about these planes is the RC Groups Sky Surfer/Bixler thread here:
http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1231310

More information on the 3m Command MiniHooks can be found here: http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showpost.php?p=20293189&postcount=11921

Category:

Science & Technology

Tags:

• SkySurfer
• Bixler
• RC
• Plane
• part2
• BlitzRC
• Build
• Supplement

[mmerry2]

Sure, you can use a 6x3 prop if you want. It might not give you as much thrust as a 6x4, but it will still fly fine.

[lumeah4]

@mmerry2 - great videos! What are the servos like? I am thinking about replacing prior to glueing fuse together.

[mmerry2]

@lumeah4 The stock servos in the Sky Surfer and Bixler are both terrible. I've had mine fail and a friend had his fail and crash his plane, so I would definitely change them out from the start. The HXT-900 servos work well enough.

[Oldmanboats]

A few more questions, I was looking at rcgroups web site and trying to find out where you hook in the 3m hooks to secure the wings and where do you place the rubber bands? Do the rubber bands go through the area for the wings or does it go under the wings? Also is the prop on RC foam the right 6X4E the right replacement? I want to make sure and hoping it is so I can just but the CF and prop from one place. Thanks

[mmerry2]

@Oldmanboats Prof100 describes how to place the 3m hooks. I'll add a link in the video description. The rubber bands just go under the wing. I use 2 rubber bands for the left and 2 for the right. The right-side bands hook on the hook on the right wing, go under the wing and then attach to the dowel on the left side. The "TGS Sport 6 x 4E" prop from RCFoam is right. Ebay has props also, search for "6x4e prop".

[HAL2170]

@mmerry2 I recently got 3 APC 6x4E Props(as per part 2 of video) for my sky sufer and there is a clearance problem with the prop hitting the fuselage. Stock prop is a 5 in. do I need to order a different size? does anyone have a suggestions?

[mmerry2]

@HAL2170 That's unusual for this plane. A 6" prop should clear the fuse ok. Measure it to make sure it is only 6". Also, is the motor angle correct? It should be facing upward slightly. I've damaged my SS around the motor area once, it changed the motor angle and then it stared hitting. Also, make sure prop is closer to end of the shaft and not closer to the motor. The type of prop collet can help get the prop further away from the motor. Post on rcgroups thread for more help.

[DJOgurchik]

I bought the bixler as a kit (foam plane only) I will be putting my own stuff in it. I want to use it for FPV, should I use a 1200kn motor or 2400kv? Im looking to save battery life for longer flight times.

[DrDaniel98521]

Is ur last name merry if it is am i related to u

[licanto22]

hey bro!

is an 6x3 prop allowed for the sky surfer?

[HAL2170]

@mmerry2 Thanks for the quick response, it's actually 6.18. I just got the plane and haven't flow it yet because it's an arctic tundra outside here in Ohio. The motor looks to be angled properly. I tried to put it close to the end of the shaft and it still hit. I will try your sugg. on rcgroups. I can always fly with the stock prop. can you recommend a different size?