{"product_id":"gator-carbon-fiber-stab-tube-and-sleeve-11mm-gs1009","title":"Gator RC Carbon Fiber Stab Tube with Sleeve 11mm x 305mm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGator RC 11mm (.43\") Carbon Fiber Horizontal Stab Tube \u0026amp; Sleeve – GS1009\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eGator RC GS1009 Carbon Fiber Horizontal Stab Tube \u0026amp; Sleeve\u003c\/strong\u003e is a lightweight and durable stabilizer tube system designed for RC airplane tail assemblies. Built using a carbon fiber inner tube and matching fiberglass sleeve, this setup provides excellent rigidity, alignment, and lightweight performance for sport, scale, aerobatic, and custom RC aircraft.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThis matched tube and sleeve system is ideal for removable horizontal stabilizer installations, replacement applications, and scratch-built aircraft requiring a compact and lightweight stabilizer joiner system.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f8fafc;padding:16px;border-left:4px solid #166534;margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTube Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11mm (.43\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 305mm (12\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carbon Fiber Tube with Fiberglass Sleeve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20.7g (.73 oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e GS1009\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesigned for Horizontal Stabilizer Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThis stab tube and sleeve system is specifically designed for horizontal stabilizer mounting systems commonly found in:\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSport RC airplanes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale aircraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight aerobatic airplanes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eARF tail assemblies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom RC aircraft builds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement stabilizer tube systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe compact 11mm diameter makes this tube ideal for smaller and lightweight tail sections where strength and weight savings are equally important.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCarbon Fiber Strength with Lightweight Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nCarbon fiber offers an excellent strength-to-weight ratio compared to traditional metal joiners. Using a carbon fiber stabilizer tube helps reduce tail weight while maintaining rigidity and proper stabilizer alignment.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent rigidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced flex under load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrosion resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for precision flying aircraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps maintain proper aircraft balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFiberglass Sleeve Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThis set includes both the carbon fiber inner tube and the matching fiberglass outer sleeve. The matched sleeve ensures proper fit and alignment during installation.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nUsing a properly matched stabilizer sleeve helps reduce slop and improves stabilizer support during aggressive maneuvers and high-speed flight.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect for Repairs and Custom Builds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe GS1009 stabilizer tube set works well for:\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing damaged stabilizer tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScratch-built aircraft projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eARF airplane repairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom tail systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight structural support applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eModeler’s Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nAlways dry-fit the stabilizer halves before final installation. Even slight misalignment in the horizontal stabilizer can affect trim, tracking, and overall flight performance.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStab Tube Size Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e11mm (.43\"):\u003c\/strong\u003e Small stabilizers and lightweight aircraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12.7mm (1\/2\"):\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard sport and scale aircraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e15.9mm (5\/8\"):\u003c\/strong\u003e Larger stabilizer systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Carbon Fiber Stabilizer Tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Matching Fiberglass Sleeve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Gator-RC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46988367364318,"sku":"GS1009","price":16.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/1436\/6686\/files\/gs1009.png?v=1779727640","url":"https:\/\/www.gator-rc.com\/products\/gator-carbon-fiber-stab-tube-and-sleeve-11mm-gs1009","provider":"Gator RC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}