Monocote covering help?
How does ironing the monocote covering help? How does it work...does it shrink the covering to adhere to plane? What IF I dont iron at all over time and the monocote gets wrinkles and gets worse...will it cut itself? Is the heat iron , very important? Can I use the heat gun too? Pls advice...:)
Posted on: 8/24/2009 9:17 PM by Author "747" in the forum "Electric General Discussion"
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RE: Wing damage on Rascal40 - how to fix it-help!
I dont have any info about the covering for my plane (its the orig covering for a sig rascal 40) and its heat iron temperature . So can I still do it say at med. setting and try a bit? When the wrinkles dissappear when do I stop ironing?!!:)
Posted on: 4/22/2009 10:10 PM by Author "747" in the forum "Electric General Discussion"
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RE: Wing damage on Rascal40 - how to fix it-help!
The repair is done, all I need to do is remove the covering folds that are all over the plane. I have never done this! I have hobbico heat gun and small hobbico sealing iron too(but no sock or anything over the iron). Please advise can I use a piece of cloth (cotton) for the missing sock? In what setting should the knob be set (min,middle or max heat?) There is flat nozzle like metal adapter for the gun - what is it for? Is there a website that tells how to use sealing iron and heat gun ? When to use where? etc Thanks !!![:D]
Posted on: 4/21/2009 10:07 PM by Author "747" in the forum "Electric General Discussion"
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RE: Wing damage on Rascal40 - how to fix it-help!
[quote]ORIGINAL: Dsegal First, you have to do what the doctors do in the ER: cut away the clothes to see what is going on- you are blind now. Trim the covering back to the nearest sound ribs and spar, leave an edge to fold down onto the ribs and iron it down. Now take a good look to find what is damaged. See if the cracked LE can be pulled back into correct position. If you can, hold it there and hit it with some thin CA to lock it in place. Then put a sheet balsa doubler over the crack area. Spackle won't do this job. Recovering with a patch will not be nice. You could use a trim iron to attach the edges of the patch. Then use your regular iron to gently shrink the patch. Do not allow heat to go over the borders of the patch or they will loosen- a thin piece of cardboard can be used to shield the edges from the heat. If the damaged LE can't be put back into place you must cut out the bad piece and splice in a new one. [/quote] Thanks...a few questions though: Trim iron to attach the edges? - Are you taking about the monocote? If so , do people use any sort of glue for monocote? sheet balsa doubler - Is this flexible ..like a thin sheet , do I use CA here too ? Do I sand the final repaired area to make it smooth or in line with the other area in the LE? Also, my CA is 2 yr old, stored in a cool basement , will it still be effective?
Posted on: 4/12/2009 11:19 PM by Author "747" in the forum "Electric General Discussion"
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Wing damage on Rascal40 - how to fix it-help!
Hi I fly a Rascal 40 EP . Recently it hit a small tree 's branch which was like a "Y" shape, thus damaging both wings. The Right wing has more damage, for 4 inches I can feel the loose balsa. The Left wing only has a small dent, no broken balsa. Other than that the plane is ok. The leading edges took the hit at very slow speed while landing. My friend at the field said" Cut the monocote in that area , fill up the cracked areas with something like a light weight spackle(can get from HD/LW). Dry it and re seal with monocote." Is that good enough? The R.wing is sturdy but only 4 " are a bit broken to "feel" over the monocote. I have pics attached(Right wing first, left wing next). Pls advice, the easiest , less complex way to fix the Right one first and then the left one. Thanks :) Kris[:D]
Posted on: 4/11/2009 11:41 PM by Author "747" in the forum "Electric General Discussion"
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RE: Need MOST Stable indoor heli !
[quote]ORIGINAL: RC David The most stable heli you can get for $100 is the Blade mCX. It flies like a mini Blade CX2 [/quote] Thanks,but the Blade MCX's RTF version is more than $100 right? Is there a stable RTF heli for less than $100?
Posted on: 11/20/2008 1:58 PM by Author "747" in the forum "Electric Indoor & Micro RC Flight"
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Help-Need smallest , slowest RC indoor plane !
HI Whats the smallest , slowest RC indoor plane in the market now? How much is it? Thanks! 747
Posted on: 11/20/2008 10:59 AM by Author "747" in the forum "Electric Indoor & Micro RC Flight"
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Need stable indoor heli
HI guys, Whats the best stable indoor heli avlbl nowadays? Its for a 12 yr old. He flew the coaxial ones before from radioshack and they werent that stable. Our max budget is $100. Cheaper would be better too ...in this tough economy. Thanks! 747
Posted on: 11/20/2008 10:48 AM by Author "747" in the forum "Electric RC Helis"
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Need MOST Stable indoor heli !
HI guys, Whats the best stable indoor heli avlbl nowadays? Its for a 12 yr old. He flew the coaxial ones before from radioshack and they werent that stable. Our max budget is $100. Cheaper would be better too ...in this tough economy. Thanks![:D] 747
Posted on: 11/20/2008 10:46 AM by Author "747" in the forum "Electric Indoor & Micro RC Flight"
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Heat shrink over a battery pack - Need tips
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Posted on: 10/22/2008 11:35 PM by Author "747" in the forum "Electric General Discussion"
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RE: Need 5pin balance lead for Astro blinky balancer for a123
Where can I get a 5pin ( or a 6,8,10 pin in case 5 pin is not easy to find)? Anybody??!
Posted on: 10/14/2008 9:19 PM by Author "747" in the forum "Electric General Discussion"
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Need 5pin balance lead for Astro blinky balancer for a123
I have the astro blinky balancer a123 version. Here is a link for it: http://www.astroflight.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=21 Where can I get a 5 pin balance lead to fit this. It doesnt have to be long. Connector has 0.100 in pin spacing with 0.025 square pins. My pack is a 4S1p 1100 mah a123. [:D]
Posted on: 10/14/2008 3:11 PM by Author "747" in the forum "Electric General Discussion"
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RE: How many 1100mah cells for my Cessna?
4S it is !! And I have 12 gauge wet noodle wire. Can I use them to make the 4s 1100 mah pack 's power leads? Is it big? Should I go for thinner? Just curious everyday....Do you use APP always or mix with Deans?[:D]
Posted on: 10/13/2008 10:50 PM by Author "747" in the forum "Batteries & Chargers"
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Balance lead question
Will this balance tab spacing suit my 4S 1100mah a123 pack, for balancing using the astro a123 blinky? Wonder if there is difference between the spacing terms: ".156 inches" and ".1 inch"?[:D] 5 PIN CONNECTOR W/HEADER, .156 : http://www.allelectronics.com/make-a-store/item/CON-235/5-PIN-CONNECTOR-W/HEADER-.156/-/1.html
Posted on: 10/13/2008 4:33 PM by Author "747" in the forum "Batteries & Chargers"
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Different connector types question (for power/esc/chrgr)
' with the female/male part? Can someone explain these 3-and when to use where? Thanks 747
Posted on: 10/13/2008 1:49 PM by Author "747" in the forum "Electric General Discussion"
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How many 1100mah cells for my Cessna?
. Tks !! 747[:D]
Posted on: 10/12/2008 10:24 AM by Author "747" in the forum "Batteries & Chargers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8041493

RE: Need suitable powerful cheap/small motor !
Can anyone suggest the best suited Brushless - outrunner for this? I am changing the battery to 3 cell a123 which is 1100mah and approx:10.2v If I do go for a Brushless - outrunner , do I need a new ESC for Brushless? Pls suggest!! TIA![:D]
Posted on: 10/9/2008 5:05 PM by Author "747" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
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RE: Need suitable powerful cheap/small motor !
[quote]ORIGINAL: tam popo 747 - Try doing a search for that Cessna, I think there is a dedicated thread for something just like it or similar, and you'll get all the advice you need. I really wouldn't think about 4S Lipo's, stick with 3S at the most - have you the charger for 4 cell...;pop". I am afraid I might break something if its CA'ed?! Pls advice...![:D] Tks !! 747
Posted on: 10/7/2008 8:45 PM by Author "747" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
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RE: Misc A123 questions - about LVC/rechrging !
ALWAYS using blinky while charging to get the best bang from my pack? Thanks!! 747
Posted on: 10/5/2008 7:19 PM by Author "747" in the forum "Batteries & Chargers"
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RE: A123 powered park flyer cessna? Help!
Looks like it....Yes maybe...I got the a123s (smaller ones with 1100 mah from B&D VPX)....But now looking for a more powerful motor. Current one is a 480 inrunner.
Posted on: 10/5/2008 6:44 PM by Author "747" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
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RE: 1100mah A123 cells - Need 3 or 4 cells
Jeff, Nice answer , yes that makes sense....Have you converted park flyers/foamies into a123? Also where so I buy balance pins and deans connector for cheap?...Tks!
Posted on: 10/5/2008 6:40 PM by Author "747" in the forum "Batteries & Chargers"
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RE: 1100mah A123 cells - Need 3 or 4 cells
But do I HAVE TO balance , some people dont even balance...Do Ihave to balance even if I am only making a 3S pack? which is ~10v
Posted on: 10/4/2008 8:06 AM by Author "747" in the forum "Batteries & Chargers"
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RE: 1100mah A123 cells - Need 3 or 4 cells
I already use 2300 mah a123s for bigger plane and I balance using the astro-a123 blinky. Can I use the same for the smaller 1100 mah cells? I plan to make a 3s or 4s!
Posted on: 10/3/2008 5:28 PM by Author "747" in the forum "Batteries & Chargers"
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RE: Need suitable powerful cheap/small motor !
Thanks for headsupRC. But what motor , esc (with bec) will you guys suggest so that I get the power I need to fly- with the 3s or 4sa123 1100mah which is ~ 10 to 14v? 747[:D]
Posted on: 10/3/2008 5:22 PM by Author "747" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
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Need suitable powerful cheap/small motor !
is Parkflyers 50 Amp esc) Pls suggest !!! Tks...747
Posted on: 10/2/2008 8:13 PM by Author "747" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
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RE: 1100mah A123 cells - Need 3 or 4 cells
I am about to cut open , can I use this thread for info about dissasembly? http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?p=8502776#post8502776 Or is there another?
Posted on: 10/2/2008 7:48 PM by Author "747" in the forum "Batteries & Chargers"
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RE: 1100mah A123 cells - Need 3 or 4 cells
Maybe the cells will have text as 'a123'...so leme open it! Did you open yours? Theres a disassembly post in RCG in case ... My Walmart had them today for $17.98 each wonder why - will they PM other WMs? I got 2 from WM....Tks
Posted on: 10/1/2008 7:25 PM by Author "747" in the forum "Batteries & Chargers"
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RE: 1100mah A123 cells - Need 3 or 4 cells
Wow..Does it say anywhere that its a123? Can I chrg it using my Astro109 a123 chrger( I use it for chrgin the 2300 mah currently), Will Astro109 behave the same way for the 1100 mah too? (LVC, Full V etc) Also do we have to balance these 1100 mah cells? THANKS
Posted on: 9/30/2008 9:17 PM by Author "747" in the forum "Batteries & Chargers"
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1100mah A123 cells - Need 3 or 4 cells
I wanna buy the smaller a123 cells(1100mah). Pls tell me: 1)Where can I get the B&D 1100ma A123 cells (2 cells per pack) cant find in HD . Anywhere online or in WM maybe? 2) Where is the best place to buy loose cells? 3) Will I save $ if I rip open a B&D 1100ma pack? TIA[:D] 747
Posted on: 9/30/2008 7:24 PM by Author "747" in the forum "Batteries & Chargers"
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RE: A123 powered park flyer cessna? Help!
,srvos,esc etc) Thanks again :) 747
Posted on: 9/30/2008 7:04 PM by Author "747" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
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