Tricopter Tail Setup

Hi, this is my first article, english is not my native language, so sorry for any mistake. this is about a tail mounting for a tricopter, it´s just another way to do, because I did'nt find the usual materials.

Then let's do it.

We will need some tools, double-sided tape, electric wire connectors, 2 ball bearings 3x8x4, zip ties, 3mm x 100 mm threaded rod and some 3mm nuts

I use a HS-85mg servo from hitec.

You will need to make a slot in the back to change the wire position and cut the holder piece , as we learn from David

I usually use a x-acto to hold tiny drill bits, I'm using a 2,5 mm in this case to drill the servo

This is a thread maker tool set (M3x0,5)

Doing this now you can thread in the servo a 3mm threaded rod

Make sure you use a thread locker, to avoid loosening caused by the vibration.

Next non-conventional elements are these electric wire connectors

Take the metal part (usually brass) and make a thread on it, this is not fully necessary but will help to keep all firm and steady.

Here we use the ball bearings

First goes a nut, ball bearing, nut, electric connector,if the connector have more than 3mm and you can't thread it put another nut then they will be mounted between nuts, 

With the connector's screws you lock it on the rod, and the ntuts on the screws holds the motor.

this is the way I mounted it,  

this is the way I mounted it with some zip ties, under each bearing I put a piece of black rubber, and  double-sided tape for the servo. Make sure you use a medium or high strength threadlocker because the vibration is the weak point of this setup. 

Hope you like this article, God bless you