[NSRCA-discussion] 14MZ springs

[adriancwong at earthlink.net]

Be careful on using springs that is too stiff. I've be warned that was one of the reason that can wear out the encoders prematurely.

Adrian

-----Original Message-----
>From: Stuart Chale <schale at optonline.net>
>Sent: Mar 26, 2009 8:18 PM
>To: General pattern discussion <nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org>
>Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] 14MZ springs
>
>I don't have the link but they were very easy to install.  Although 
>Futaba says not to use their regular heavy duty springs I did and have 
>not had an issue with it.  I suspect many have used the same springs.  
>The springs that Tony from Radio South sells are stiffer and I guess 
>could be a problem if Futaba says that their HD springs are too heavy.  
>I suspect that there are people that have installed them as well without 
>problems though.
>The main thing is to make sure that the two loops on each end of the 
>spring are perpendicular to each other before installing them.  A fine 
>needle nose plier or thin hemostat makes the job easier.
>Stuart C.
>
>James Oddino wrote:
>>
>> I remember seeing an in depth procedure with photos showing how to 
>> replace the springs in a 14MZ.  Seems like it was on someone's 
>> website.  I thought I bookmarked it but I can't seem to find it.  
>> anyone know what I'm talking about?
>>
>> Jim O
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