RE: Ground senior?
[quote]ORIGINAL: JPMacG we are thinking that we will require him to fly with an instructor using a buddy box for now. [/quote] Tread lightly and try and use another senior citizen member when you have a talk with him. This restriction can have the same effect as the MVA telling him he can no longer drive alone because he is to old. These kind of obstacles can be very frustrating, demeaning and insulting to senior citizens. They feel like they are being treated like children. I have found that news like you are delivering is far less insulting when presented by someone his own age (or close to it). Diplomacy and kindness will be the key. Good luck!
Posted on: 6/11/2007 9:28 PM by Author "CCRC1" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: Ground senior?
As a long time club president I have dealt with all sorts of issues and controversy, but this issue was the toughest problem the club threw at me. I have a member who is 90 years old who's wife passed a way a number of years back. His eyesight isn't what it used to be and members began to complain to me that he was a safety problem. I had spoken with his daughter who verified what I knew deep down was going to happen. If I grounded him and took away his passion, I would be attending his funeral shortly thereafter. I got a lot of pressure from long standing members to put him on the bench, but I held my ground and asked the club to work with me to find a solution. I believe that as a club, we should look out for our members and not toss them away when they begin to have problems. I directed the membership to allow our senior flyer a little bit of extra space when he wanted to fly. Members began to walk out to the flight line with him to act as a spotter and to assit him if he needed it. Funny thing happened, my senior member actually liked the attention and the interaction with the other members. He appreciated the help and became more active at the field. I even designated a spot right on the flight line for active members over 85 years old to pull their vehicle up next to a flight table. It is a place of distinction and he is the only member authorized this priviledge. Our senior members deserve much more from the club than just taking the easy way out and grounding them. Remember, many of these senior members are the folks who founded and built the clubs as they exist today. Don't take the easy way out on this one and take away the passion that keeps your member active. Its more important to them then you realize.
Posted on: 6/10/2007 10:46 PM by Author "CCRC1" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: Boxxer Kit stock status?
I did find it in the pull down menu, thanks. It was not listed at all in the models listing.
Posted on: 5/18/2007 8:59 AM by Author "CCRC1" in the forum "OMP - Ohio Model Products Support Forum"
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RE: Boxxer Kit stock status?
I can't seem to find them (Boxxer ARF) on your web site. How much, what color scheme(s) are available?
Posted on: 5/18/2007 5:12 AM by Author "CCRC1" in the forum "OMP - Ohio Model Products Support Forum"
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RE: Which motor for SR Telemater?
This is the one I built with an Enya .80 4-stroke and it was plenty of engine. The Telemaster is a big floater and if you can afford to put a 4 stroke into it, you won't regret it. I flew this one with a 14x4 prop and it was dream. The only problem (if you can call it that) was it didn't want to land. It would fly 6 inches off the deck for the entire length of the runway.[:D]
Posted on: 9/23/2006 9:57 PM by Author "CCRC1" in the forum "Sport Flying"
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RE: Phil Krafts Original Ugly Stick
[quote]ORIGINAL: mcledan I just came across this posting while doing some digging on the Sweet and Low Stick. If it is still available I would like to receive the .pdf file you mentioned. Many thanks Dan McLeod [/quote] Dan I would be happy to send it to you, but you forgot to post your e-mail address in both your PM and above post.[:D]
Posted on: 9/17/2006 1:13 AM by Author "CCRC1" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: R/C Flying on Military Installations & Federal Regs?
TLH101, you are going about this the hard way. Contact the AMA and they can tell you every chartered club in the country that sits on U.S. Military property. They can also assist you with your negotiations.
Posted on: 9/11/2006 12:33 PM by Author "CCRC1" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: You gotta have a cool pilot
The cockpit area of the airplane is always the first point of focus for most people. Even if the airplane is just a sport flyer you can spend a little extra time and make it appear as if you spent hours detailing it. A simple printout of an aircraft instrument panel from your color printer will produce a lot of comments from fellow flyers. Do a google search on "aircraft instrument panels" and you will find hundreds of images. I like the ones for computer flight simulators, they have very sharp color pictures. I have even made an instrument panel out of balsa sheet and cut holes out for the instruments. Then find a package of cold tablets sold in a blister package. Cut out the tablets from the foil backing and peal away the foil. You now have all the instrument bezels you need. Push them through the balsa panel from behind and secure them with a tiny bit of canopy glue. Then cut out the color pictures of the individual instruments and attach them behind the holes in the panel. The finished item will give a 3-D type of illusion to the instruments and everybody that walks by the airplane will stop and comment. Here is a sample of good instruments I have found
Posted on: 9/10/2006 11:19 PM by Author "CCRC1" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: R/C Flying on Military Installations & Federal Regs?
The bottom line is the installation commander makes the decision, period! If he is uneasy with R/C aircraft and believes that their presence is any kind of security problem or management issue you will get a red light. I was a club president at the time 9-11 hit and we lost our field for almost 23 months. We fly at a remote site that belongs to the USAF. It took me months and months of negotiating with Wing Commanders to get back up and running at a site we had enjoyed for over 30 years. It wasn't like they didn't know who we were, because we had been there forever! I had to jump through so many hoops you wouldn't believe it if I told you. Base property management Environmental impact study Legal affairs and the all mighty big red tape machine, Chain of command! Paper work got lost multiple times and had to resubmitted over and over. I can honestly say that if it had not been for active duty military personnel who were active R/C flyers in the club, I wouldn't be back on site today. Military Commanders don't like problems and if he/she perceives the flying club to be even the smallest problem, you aren't going to get anywhere. You need to convince them that your club is a positive part of the base community outreach and benefits military members as well. We never miss a chance to set up a big display at their annual open house at the base and we do not charge initiation fees to any active duty military member. We also partnered with Military UAV sections to allow them full use of the site for design and testing. The commander needs to see that having an R/C field is a positive addition to the military base. Remember, the key word when working towards an agreement is [b][i]compromise.[/i][/b]
Posted on: 9/10/2006 4:26 PM by Author "CCRC1" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: You gotta have a cool pilot
This one will fit inside the canopy just right. I'll finish the cockpit interior around him and add an instrument panel up front. Carving out the back of a pilot seat to sit behind the pilot figure adds a bit of detail. This kind of detail always gets attention at the field. I had posted this in the kit building forum, but appearently the moderator moved it here. I guess he thought that building up the cockpit area and finishing details have nothing to do with "building" kits.[sm=75_75.gif]
Posted on: 9/9/2006 5:43 AM by Author "CCRC1" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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You gotta have a cool pilot
I have always tried to come up with a humorous pilot for my airplanes. Here is my latest find, I couldn't help myself. You know the old saying, "when donkeys fly"![:D]
Posted on: 9/8/2006 10:13 PM by Author "CCRC1" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: Joe Pilot Figure
I am going to take a guess here. Is this the one? If so, Slimline is the MFG.
Posted on: 9/5/2006 7:38 PM by Author "CCRC1" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: Phil Krafts Original Ugly Stick
OK, I have said for a while that I couldn't believe somebody, wasn't laser cutting an Ugly Stik kit. I was wandering around Lazer-Works web site last night and if you go into the "Full List" section, guess what is there![sm=teeth_smile.gif] They are cutting from the RCM plan (PL-939 cat.1) and the short kit is $47.05 So for those of you who are fans of the Ugly Stik and want a kit, Lazer-Works is helping out. I have been looking for this kit to try and get a club building project going and to spark some interest in building again. The Ugly Stik is a simple easy build and easy airplane to fly. Most guys have the needed parts and hardware already. I will be contacting them for an order shortly.[sm=thumbup.gif] http://lazer-works.com/list.html
Posted on: 9/5/2006 1:45 AM by Author "CCRC1" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: A trip to the hobby shop just isn't what it used to be!
The store in Waldorf is gone for good. The smaller shop in Hollywood (St. Marys County) is still operating but has just a fraction of the inventory the original store once had. Thats the store I was refering to when I started this thread. It was one of my favorite places on earth, when it closed I felt like I suffered a death in the family.[&o]
Posted on: 9/3/2006 12:22 AM by Author "CCRC1" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: SIG Kommander
Taildragger, Its not currently listed on the VRCS approved plane list. That may not mean its not VRCS legal, just that it has not been submitted and approved. We just need to figure out if it was "kitted, published or flown" prior to 1/1/70. (Claude McCullough was the designer) Because there is no plans, I don't believe it was ever published as a construction article. I have a feeling it was released in the 1972/73 time period. I can find no date anywhere in the instructions or on anything in the box.
Posted on: 9/1/2006 1:16 PM by Author "CCRC1" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: SIG Kommander
Hey carlos, thanks for the referal. I will call Fiberglass speciaties Monday. I was thinking maybe one of the fiberglass cowl makers may have a mold for it. The canopy isn't a big deal for me, as long as I have the original I can make a plug and reproduce it.
Posted on: 9/1/2006 1:05 PM by Author "CCRC1" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: SIG Kommander
Hey thanks for the feedback Jeff, I have a NIB Kavalier stashed away in the ol' kit inventory as well. The Kommander was one of those kits I always wanted to build, just never got around to it. I flew one many years ago that belonged to another club member and really liked the way it flew. Kinda reminded me of the Top Flight Contender without the rudder problems. I can duplicate all of the wood parts in the kit with no problem and copy the silkscreened parts on a large copier. I can use the canopy in the kit to make a plug to vacuum form a few more. Dynamic Balsa has the foam wing core replacements on their web site if I don't feel like pulling out the bow. The cowl will be the most time consuming, its made out of that heavy plastic Sig uses and has an airscoop molded in. I have never molded my own cowl with fiberglass, but I guess its time I learned.[:)] Actually the more I look at it, I may have an easier time carving one out of balsa.
Posted on: 8/31/2006 9:08 PM by Author "CCRC1" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: SIG Kommander
OK, I just spoke with a rep at SIG's customer service. The Kommander kit never had a full size plan.[:o] They no longer have any parts (molded cowl or canopies) available. I guess I am on my own. [sm=71_71.gif]
Posted on: 8/31/2006 4:53 PM by Author "CCRC1" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: SIG Kommander
Rich, could you check to see if the kit has a plan sheet? I had a feeling the kit would have been updated at some point. I wish there was a way I could compare the two to see the differences. You sure are a long way from Maryland![:D] Are the parts layouts still printed on the wood, even though they are die cut?
Posted on: 8/31/2006 4:26 PM by Author "CCRC1" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: SIG Kommander
Oh, I don't mind the build at all, its really pretty simple and straight forward. I just didn't realize there are no full size plans drawn of the airplane. I got to reading the instuction booklet last night and SIG specifically recommended against using "plastic covering". They recommended silkspan or cloth and dope. "Plastic coverings provide no tension strength and are not recommended". I was just wondering if my kit was an early production kit and if SIG had updated the kit later and included plans and die cut parts? Also did they update later kits so that iron on covering, which became a standard in the hobby could be used? I never realized SIG didn't use full size plans on all of their kits.[8|]
Posted on: 8/31/2006 11:25 AM by Author "CCRC1" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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SIG Kommander
I had been looking for one one these kits for awhile and finally found one here on RCU in the market place. Its one of those airplanes I always wanted to build but never did. It showed up at my house in perfect condition still shrink wrapped from the factory. [:D] But, I was a little surprised when I opened the box. All of the balsa parts are printed on the wood and not die crushed. Nothing my bandsaw can't handle but I got to wondering. It must be an older kit from when it was first released. I am curious, when was the Kommander released on to the market? It is not listed on VRCS list so it must have been released after 1/1/70. I also noticed the kit has no full size plans, really don't need them because everything is printed on the wood. But, this is an airplane that will fade away for good because their are no plans to recreate a replica from.[sm=50_50.gif] I hate to see a design fade away[sm=frown.gif]
Posted on: 8/30/2006 8:34 PM by Author "CCRC1" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: Magnetic Building Board.....Cheap
My original Lind board did the same thing as yours Hobbsy. Thats why I don't attach the steel plate to a wood base any more. I found a MFG locally that produces steel staircases. He cut me a piece of 3/16" steel plate that is the same dimension as my solid core door work surface. He dipped it in some kind of tank to remove any corrosion and when I got it home it got a couple of coats of light gray auto pimer. It weights a ton but it doesn't move and is dead flat. [sm=thumbup.gif] Carveblaster, those button magnets will work OK for holding some parts but don't have enough pull for some of the tasks you will run into. You will need the type that has a magnet sandwiched between two steel plates. They have a name for that type, but it escapes me right now. When the memory kicks in I will post it. I have collected all sorts of magnets and made a bunch of different jigs to hold parts and handle specific tasks. This gentleman has a real nice "how to" section dealing with magnet boards and I believe he has a source listed, where you can purchase magnets. http://airfieldmodels.com/information_source/how_to_articles_for_model_builders/tools/magnetic_building_board/index.htm
Posted on: 8/30/2006 11:32 AM by Author "CCRC1" in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
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RE: A trip to the hobby shop just isn't what it used to be!
Yea, Aerogloss is gone.[sm=cry_smile.gif] I bought up a bunch before it was discontinued, so I have a small inventory. I have also had good luck with Sig Dope as Jim recommended. I have not personally tried the Brodak product, but I have been told by several modelers that it works very well.
Posted on: 8/28/2006 4:26 PM by Author "CCRC1" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: Multi Sander for leading edges?
I have seen that tool but I usually make my own. If you want just a round over sander, take a 6-8 inch length of PVC pipe of the diameter that best fits your application and cut it in half, length wise. Use self adhesive sandpaper in the cavity, and a little bit on the outside to give you a better grip. I make sanding tools out of all kinds of stuff.[sm=teeth_smile.gif]
Posted on: 8/28/2006 4:18 PM by Author "CCRC1" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: What kit would you stash away if you found out all kits would be discontinued?
I just sent off a check for a NIB SIG Kommander from a add posted here on RCU. Thats another great flyer that SIG pulled from its inventory. The Kavalier was also discontinued, but I already have one of those in my inventory.[:D]
Posted on: 8/24/2006 12:53 PM by Author "CCRC1" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: What ARF would you like to see as a kit?
[quote]ORIGINAL: adaptable Most of the ARF's are built on jigs to ensure the best built airframe. [i]Very few builders could duplicate this quality in a basement workshop.[/i] [/quote] [b]Horse biscuits![/b] If folks would just sit down and put a bit of effort in their work, instead of giving dozens of excuses why they can't, won't or are just to lazy to work at building, they could build just fine. I can produce a better airframe than any ARF I have seen to date, on my worst day dead drunk! And, so can thousands of other builders out there. First, my airframe would [i][b]actually be sanded[/b][/i], imperfections filled, and cleaned and tack clothed prior to covering application. Wood joints would be fitted properly (not slobbered with hot glue to fill gaps) and firewall construction would be completed so that the engine actually stays attached to the airplane. (Its called -"doing things right the first time") As for building straight, all that's required is a decent, flat building surface and for the builder to [i]pay attention [/i] to little things like, is it square, is it straight and does it line up! Fundamentals gentleman, just basic fundamentals. In one afternoon I can teach anybody who does not have a severe physical handicap to build a sound, straight, smooth and solid airframe for a trainer or sport airplane. In a second afternoon I could teach that person how to apply iron on covering. So I disagree that "very few builders could duplicate this quality in basement workshops". "Builders" can do it easily, because they have the desire and the confidence to do it right. Most builders I know don't accept that sloppy work is OK as long as it flys. I have never built an airframe, covered it and during final assembly, had to go back and apply glue to joints or re-enforce high stress areas. (Something that is a common accepted practice with ARF's today.) Most people in the hobby today would rather just use all of the excuses you see posted in all of the ARF/kit threads. Its not because they can't, its because they just don't want to. You can spin all the excuses you want into the argument, it has nothing to do with ability, the bottom line is most folks [b][i]just don't want to build[/i][/b], so they settle for the ARF as the benchmark of good quality.
Posted on: 8/24/2006 12:44 PM by Author "CCRC1" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Whats on your building board right now.
Right now I am building a Blue Max II designed by Jim Allen Jr. ( Model Aviation Magazine construction project, February 1985) Its an airplane from the early days of the competition fun fly. I got a set of plans from an old friend who was cleaning out his shop to move to Florida. Kinda looks like a "stick", but has a swept wing. Designed for a .40 two stroke with a target weight of 3 3/4 pounds. I love showing up at my flying field with airplanes that are completely different than what available as an ARF. Plus, showing folks that some airplanes actually were very aerobatic and fun to fly, before the 3-D mentality hit the hobby.
Posted on: 8/24/2006 12:35 PM by Author "CCRC1" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: What ARF would you like to see as a kit?
[quote]ORIGINAL: tailskid GP's Big Stick 60......great flying bird! [/quote] I will second that one. I still can't believe that sombody isn't laser cutting an Ugly stik, Sweet Stick, Big Stick or any one of the many flavors it came in. A simple .40-.60 size stick kit would be the one kit that would still sell well in todays market. If anybody knows a laser cutter that will cut an Ugly Stick or Sweet Stick kit (or even a short kit) please post it. I would be happy to supply a plan sheet to get them set up.
Posted on: 8/23/2006 5:23 PM by Author "CCRC1" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: What kit would you stash away if you found out all kits would be discontinued?
Yea, but the old Super Kaos .60 isn't in their line up. I believe its because the rights to that particular airplane were sold to Great Planes a bunch of years back. Like I said if I have the plans it will live on as long as I do. I have been thinking about the original question for this thread. What kit(s) would I go out and buy if they were going out of production? I take it that means kits that are in current production and available now?[sm=72_72.gif] Thats kinda hard because most of my real favorites are already out of production. But, I would be looking for this stuff: Any kit that Skyshark produces would be a good one. Any kit of anything that Bruce Tharpe cuts. As RCken mentioned, Blue Jay Models (Formerly Joe Bridi Enterprises) SIG still has a few nice kits on the market and, I would look around for a Goldberg Super Chipmunk.
Posted on: 8/22/2006 10:20 AM by Author "CCRC1" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: What kit would you stash away if you found out all kits would be discontinued?
Joe Bridi's Super Kaos .60 Jenson Ugly Stik I am in the same boat as several of the other posts. They are already discontinued! But, as long as I have the plans, the airplane will live on as long as I do.[sm=teeth_smile.gif]
Posted on: 8/22/2006 9:32 AM by Author "CCRC1" in the forum "Kit Building"
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