RE: Spitfire Brotherhood (All Spitfires Welcome)
[quote]ORIGINAL: Moggy The reason I asked is that it opens up a huge selection of paint schemes for the YA Spit. Most of the RAAF had MK VIII's in Burma etc so there exists a wide array of airplanes and history to model. If the tail is larger I doubt anyone will notice unless it is a scale event requiring documentation. For us guys who just want to get it close I think it will work. What do you guys think? [/quote] I think you will have to change the whole nose section to accommodate the Merlin variant but apart from that every thing else would be easy for you mate. Good luck and keep us posted, Brad
Posted on: 9/17/2012 4:40 PM by Author "Brad330l" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Spitfire Brotherhood (All Spitfires Welcome)
[quote]ORIGINAL: Chad Veich [quote]ORIGINAL: Moggy Here's a question for my Spitfire Brothers: Is the MK VIII airframe the same as the MK XIV? [/quote] The Mk.VIII is Merlin powered and the Mk.XIV is Griffon powered so they are entirely different from the firewall forward. Beyond that the XIV has a much larger vertical fin and rudder and I'm pretty certain the underwing radiators are substantially larger as well. [/quote] All correct as far as I can tell Chad.[;)][8D] Brad
Posted on: 9/16/2012 11:33 PM by Author "Brad330l" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Spitfire Brotherhood (All Spitfires Welcome)
[quote]ORIGINAL: Moggy Here's a question for my Spitfire Brothers: Is the MK VIII airframe the same as the MK XIV? [/quote] Moggy, the first Mk XIV was actually made from a MK VII fuselage and probably a few more as well so yes VERY similar. I think the production models were just beefed up in a couple of areas internally but externally the same. What, may I ask are you up to?????[:)] Cheers, Brad
Posted on: 9/16/2012 8:16 PM by Author "Brad330l" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Project BF-109 E 4 1/5
I've sent you an email fokke[;)] Brad
Posted on: 9/16/2012 4:58 AM by Author "Brad330l" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: KMP / YT Me 109 E Build Thread
Schummie,,, have you flown this thing yet??? Last we heard you were going off to show it off.[:)] I tried to fly mine this morning but after a spun prop, and then a nose over in long grass on the take off roll I packed it up with a split prop. Still better to take it home in one piece. Cheers, Brad
Posted on: 9/16/2012 4:29 AM by Author "Brad330l" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: ESM/YT P51d
Hey Nudge, great tip there about the cowl screws. I have always hated the servo screw thing but all I have ever done is paint the heads the correct colour for the surface they were screwing into. (most of the time[:)]) With the Spitfire though I did tiny blind nuts and machine screws. So much nicer. I do totally agree with Merlin Man as well,,, do check your CG before committing to the servo mounting on the fire wall. Check how much weight others have had to use as well. I did this and knowing I was going to do the cockpit and pilot put them as far forward as possible. Here is the thread I just add into. I start at about page 64 or so. http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_4038613/mpage_64/key_/tm.htm All up weight was 14.2 pounds with everything. I was even told I had a freak model to get this weight[:)][:)]. Every thing forward mate. Brad
Posted on: 9/15/2012 10:20 PM by Author "Brad330l" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Web Videos: Spinning Hellcats, WW2 Bombers, XB-70s, Migs & more
The spin video is great. I'll be back to watch more. Cheers, Brad
Posted on: 9/14/2012 5:22 PM by Author "Brad330l" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Graphite 2E from Vladimir's Models
Oh yes Mark I should have realised you didn't say "Mini". Here is a thread of mine with a gear list and a couple of flight reports. http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_5848197/anchors_9093516/mpage_1/key_/anchor/tm.htm#9093516 As you will see I am of no competition standard just an enthusiastic sport flyer. Enjoy putting it together and flying some nice peaceful flights. Ask any questions about the build if you like. Cheers, Brad
Posted on: 9/14/2012 2:10 AM by Author "Brad330l" in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
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RE: Graphite 2E from Vladimir's Models
Hi longsoar, I really love flying my Graphite and have just re-powered it with some Lipo batteries. The first outing with them turned out bad as the battery I had down the field dropped a cell so it was quite a short flight. I have about 50 flights on mine with no incidence. I'll get some specs for you. Cheers, Brad Hmmm, just re-read your specs and you have the 2m. Sorry.
Posted on: 9/14/2012 12:56 AM by Author "Brad330l" in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
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RE: Building a Yellow Aircraft AT-6
This looks pretty informative. I have visited this thread on occasion just as a matter of interest. http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_6779457/tm.htm Good luck, Brad
Posted on: 9/12/2012 5:41 PM by Author "Brad330l" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Fliteskin Spitfire
[quote]ORIGINAL: LDM I understand lol , but that is why i went with Deans years ago , so now I am flying the bigger packs and mortors and when I have two packs together and I go to connect , I do my best to line it all up , incert and the spark is small but still exist . I would like a simple fix but not one that means changing connectors [/quote] This one you just add in line mate, no changing of connectors required. Cheers, Brad
Posted on: 9/9/2012 11:05 PM by Author "Brad330l" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Spitfire Brotherhood (All Spitfires Welcome)
[quote]ORIGINAL: Chad Veich [quote]ORIGINAL: Super_Chief I need to get some information that I can put in one place. What is available in vinyl? Price? How to order? [/quote] Vinyl decals are available directly from me Dennis at a cost of $1.50 each plus shipping. If you will scroll back a few pages I have posted images of what the decal looks like. They are approximately 5 inches across as designed but could be made smaller or larger with little effort. Currently I have light gray, white, aluminum, dark blue, and red vinyl on hand. If you want to order simply send me an email and we can work out the details. Thanks! Chad Veich cwveich@cwvmodels.com [/quote] PM coming Chad!!! Cheers for this, Brad
Posted on: 9/8/2012 11:40 PM by Author "Brad330l" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Whos going to the 24th Annual B-17 Gathering
[quote]ORIGINAL: b17freak Hey Gang, Dan and I are planning to bring a couple of our B-17s. see ya there. Bret [/quote] 1/6th scale flak???[X(] Cool. Brad
Posted on: 9/8/2012 8:27 PM by Author "Brad330l" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Fliteskin Spitfire
[quote]ORIGINAL: glazier808 I use the 6.5 bullet connectors, and EC5's myself on the big stuff. Casey I do need to get the anti spark arresters though [/quote] I have just ordered these. Man I with I had know of this site before. http://www.aero-model.com/Jeti-Anti-Spark-Connector-5-5m.aspx Some really good stuff here. I have decided to go with the 65 to 130 C batteries. Cheers, Brad
Posted on: 9/8/2012 8:24 PM by Author "Brad330l" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: ESM/YT P51d
Hi Nudge, great work as usual man. If I can suggest one thing that would be to get those elevator and rudder servos as far forward as possible. Even on the fire wall. I know you will be able to find them a place up there some where. You'll save so much weight and you'll need to with the cockpit and pilot you are adding. I did this with my '109' and was rewarded with a sweet flying model requiring very little dead lead. Cheers mate I am subscribed, hey how is that Spitfire?????? Brad
Posted on: 9/8/2012 4:34 PM by Author "Brad330l" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Project BF-109 E 4 1/5
Mate I think I've said it before,,,, if you would send one to Western Australia I would buy one off you fokke. Lovely work. This is real modelling. Brad
Posted on: 9/7/2012 5:04 PM by Author "Brad330l" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Fliteskin Spitfire
[quote]ORIGINAL: glazier808 I use the 6.5 bullet connectors, and EC5's myself on the big stuff. Casey I do need to get the anti spark arresters though [/quote] This is more good info Gents. Thank you very much. I'll look for the Jeti anti spark arrestors. Cheers, Brad
Posted on: 9/7/2012 5:00 PM by Author "Brad330l" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Fliteskin Spitfire
[quote]ORIGINAL: vik The 5345 has maximum of 75A the minimum you need is 20C (with some extra buffer) So 40C are more than adequate 90C are for EDFs Please correct me if I´m wrong [/quote] OK, so this is a good start. Thank you Vik. Brad
Posted on: 9/7/2012 5:45 AM by Author "Brad330l" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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Hanger 9 P40B
I can't find any threads on the 'New' Hanger 9 P40B. Am I doing some thing wrong or is there none to be found? I really like the look of this model and am doing some research. Might even join the P40 Brothers. Cheers, Brad HMmmm just though,,, might look at ARF thread.[:)]
Posted on: 9/7/2012 5:03 AM by Author "Brad330l" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Fliteskin Spitfire
Guys am I going to need 65 to 130 C battery packs or will 45 to 90 C be OK?? I am looking at these; http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__14615__Turnigy_nano_tech_5000mah_5S_45_90C_Lipo_Pack.html http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__19155__Turnigy_nano_tech_5000mah_5S_65_130C_Lipo_Pack.html Remembering I will be flying scale. Cheers. Brad
Posted on: 9/7/2012 1:09 AM by Author "Brad330l" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Spitfire Brotherhood (All Spitfires Welcome)
[quote]ORIGINAL: F4u5 12 foot Spit retiring for the year.... Well, we had a state trooper stop out at the field today. He went to the end of the runway in his squad car and pointed the radar gun at the Spit. I got a run at him twice. He clocked the Spit at 94 and 98 MPH...that's pretty good. Using the Bolly 30X15 prop at 5K rpm on the ground. Luckily, no speeding ticket was issued . I will be putting the Spitfire away for the year. I ended up with 16 flights on it for the year. Muffler keeps coming loose, so I need to find a way to prevent that. Otherwise a great season (short) with the Spitfire. Jeff [/quote] Jeff well done with the flights on your Spitty. As far as the muffler goes have you tried re-torquing bolts when the system is warm? Also don't go over 60% yeald of bolt strength. Good luck, Brad
Posted on: 9/5/2012 1:34 AM by Author "Brad330l" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Video of a Spitfire
Yes!! I want one just like that![8D] Thanks for posting. Brad
Posted on: 9/5/2012 1:25 AM by Author "Brad330l" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Fliteskin Spitfire
OK, just a quick update to keep things ticking along here. I received my (rather large) motor and speed controller. This motor even looks like it can spin my 3 blade prop even just sitting in it's box[:)] Looks great. I am still r e a l l y angry that I had to pay $70 postage for this to arrive to me but I will get over it. I will not buy off Hobby Lobby again because of this unless it is small stuff with reasonable postage. Next is to get into the plans and order my balsa. I will soon buy batteries also so I can do some testing. I'll keep you posted. Cheers, Brad
Posted on: 9/4/2012 4:47 AM by Author "Brad330l" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: ASM F-7F Tigercat
[quote]ORIGINAL: drob Hi Guys. I'm still here following the thread although I still have not got around to finishing Tiger Cat #3. On the subject of the U/C I described the trouble I had way back in my first contribution to the thread, Page 18. As I said then I had the same trouble with my ASM Invader. The Tiger Cats's U/C is just about identical. I fixed it by dropping in Robart struts. From what I understand we had best not hold our breath waiting for a re-launch of the model.[:o] [/quote] Hi drob good to hear from you. Yes the idea of the re-launch is a far off idea indeed. I'll have to check back and see what Robarts you have. Any hints??[:D] Cheers, Brad
Posted on: 9/3/2012 3:07 AM by Author "Brad330l" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
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RE: ASM F-7F Tigercat
Yes mate I'm hearing you about the retracts. I think they shoud bring this model back into production and then Robart and Sierra can make some wonderful scale retracts for us all. The surface I fly off is not too bad but if the grass is a bit long you can just see all the drag on the wheels and UC. Cheers, Brad
Posted on: 9/3/2012 1:46 AM by Author "Brad330l" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
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RE: KMP / YT Me 109 E Build Thread
[quote]ORIGINAL: Dave Bugz A few more. Photos taken by Colin Gontier Boomerang Jets. [/quote] Dave, pictures look awesome!! I do love the earlier paint scheme so much. Well done and I hope you get to enjoy her (It??) for a long time.[;)] Cheers guys, Brad
Posted on: 9/2/2012 10:45 PM by Author "Brad330l" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: ASM F-7F Tigercat
[quote]ORIGINAL: Rocketman_ [quote]ORIGINAL: Brad330l My pilot is one of those 'Ugly Ones'.[:)] [/quote] Naw, Brad, [b]THIS [/b]is ugly! [/quote] Ha,,,, you are right Rocketman that is one ugly pilot. Man I didnt get the notification that you posted this.[8|] I have got a new pilot for mine and will do a bit of work to him to 'fill him out' I had three wonderful flights
Posted on: 9/2/2012 2:39 AM by Author "Brad330l" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
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RE: Spitfire Brotherhood (All Spitfires Welcome)
[quote]ORIGINAL: Chad Veich [quote]ORIGINAL: FireBee You guys rock. Love the shirts and logo. For #8. Two large t shirts either blue ok. Two white stickers as well. Thanks Mike P. [/quote] You want your number on the stickers Mike? [/quote] Chad, I would like my number on a couple of stickers please mate. I think a white and a black of each will be spot on thanks. Postage to Australia?????????? Oh dear.[X(] As far as the shirts go I think the darker blue 'T' would be more practicably but hey humans are pretty un-that so I will go with the flow with two 'Large' when they become available. Good job guys. Brad
Posted on: 8/30/2012 4:35 AM by Author "Brad330l" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: KMP / YT Me 109 E Build Thread
Mine is all ready to go. I even managed a bit of maintenance on it including checking that all the gear was where it was meant to be inside the forward fuselage. (Where [b]all[/b] my gear is) Batteries are fine so just have to line up the planets and get down to the field. This really is my favourite model I have. Cheers, Brad
Posted on: 8/30/2012 1:33 AM by Author "Brad330l" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Easy Tiger F-8F Bearcat
Good to see you got some nice big wheels for it mate. This is going to look a real treat when all done. Watching with interest. Brad
Posted on: 8/28/2012 4:40 AM by Author "Brad330l" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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