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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Hotrod1830" data-source="post: 93756" data-attributes="member: 4331"><p>Going off the parts diagram, it looks like it should pivot. What I am talking about is "slop" in the controls. When you move the stick forward or backward, you should see the swash plate move the same, without any "play" in the linkage. From what you describe, you are looking for grossly worn or loose parts. FWIW, even when my 1830 was operating correctly, it could be a bear to operate sometimes. I got in the habit of operating it with my knee's pushing up against the sides of the sticks to keep them steady. If I didnt, it would start jerking and bouncing until I finally had to let go of the sticks and let it settle before going again. The newer stuff doesnt have that probelm because they usually have a lap bar that your arms are resting on, and it helps you steady the sticks. The older stuff doesnt have anything, and as soon as YOU start bouncing around, it is directly transfered to the sticks which in turn makes the bouncing worse. Yes, it can get to the point you think your gonna tip over. If you havent already, try steadying the sticks with your knees and see if that helps at all. Even if the shocks are good, it still wont eliminate what I am talking about.</p></blockquote><p></p>