RE: WILDMANN GRAPHICS
I have used Wildmann Graphics , very nice product!! Wildmann has a picture of my Byron Corsair on his website using the Ira Kepford graphics. You won't be disappointed. Thanks, Fred Menna Check6
Posted on: 11/14/2009 7:05 PM by Author "Check6" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: WILDMANN GRAPHICS?
I can vouch for Callie's Graphics. Just ordered a set for my Ziroli Bearcat and they are excellent and very reasonable. Send Callie your scale and a picture of the scheme you will be doing if possible. I got these in 3 days , total cost was $30 and that includes shipping. She is very helpful. Hope this helps. Thanks, Fred Check6
Posted on: 11/13/2009 7:17 AM by Author "Check6" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Looking for steel braided leader cable for rudder and tailwheel retracts??
Hello R8893, Thanks for the tip on Janns Netcraft. Just placed an order for the cable and the crush sleeves. Great site!! Thanks again for all the responses on RCU. Fred
Posted on: 10/24/2009 12:51 PM by Author "Check6" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Looking for steel braided leader cable for rudder and tailwheel retracts??
I found the Janns site, that's just what I'm looking for. Also what size wire do you recommend for rudders and tailwheels?? I figure 60 lbs. should be sufficient. This is for large size Warbirds in the 86 to 100 in. span. Thanks, Fred
Posted on: 10/24/2009 7:55 AM by Author "Check6" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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Looking for steel braided leader cable for rudder and tailwheel retracts??
Looking for coated leader cable to actuate rudder and retract tailwheel. I have checked local sporting goods and can't seem to find it. Anybody have a source for this? Use to be able to buy it on spools of 25 ft. and different weights. Thanks, Fred
Posted on: 10/24/2009 12:49 AM by Author "Check6" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Anybody know the CG of a Ziroli Bearcat?
Thanks Paul, I appreciate it. Fred
Posted on: 10/7/2009 12:01 AM by Author "Check6" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Greyhound has lost my crate?????
Hi Carl, That's what I was thinking. This was shipped at the same time those terrorists were rounded up in NY. I have to say this was really the only bad experience I had with Greyhound. I have probably shipped 30 to 40 crates through the years and never had a problem. The longest it ever took was 14 days. I had shipped another crate a week later after they couldn't find this one. It went out to Oregon and got there in 10 days with no problem. I really have to check there sizes. They had measurements slapped all over the crate and none of them matched. The shipper told me 72 x 24 x 48 . The Greyhound book says maximum size is 72 x 24 x 53. The shipping labels they put on my crate said 82 x 30 x 47. Which one is it????? I guess I'll stay with the 72 x 24 x 48, never had a problem with those crates. My crate is safe and sound in my garage now. Later, Fred
Posted on: 10/3/2009 6:21 AM by Author "Check6" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Greyhound has lost my crate?????
OK, guys what an ordeal. It has been over 3 weeks and I did everything possible to find out where the crate went. Filled out all the forms, claim forms, GLI numbers, sent fax's of my receipts. Spoke to the claim representatives every day and still no info. I decided to do my own investigation. I knew the crate was shipped from the Providence Terminal, and it's next stop would be NY. I obtained the NY number for the crating department and made the call. Low and behold the crate was sitting in there Terminal because it was too big to put on the bus. Yet it came from Providence on the same size Bus. The maximum dimesions Greyhound will take is 72 in. x 24 in, x 48 in. Before I built the crate they told me they would take up to 54 in. wide. So the crate sat in NY for 3 weeks, and no one gave me a call and let me know that the crate was too big to ship. Great communication. Anyway the plane is back in Prov. back on the same size bus that they said the crate wouldn't fit in. Am I missing something here????? Moral of the story, build the crate to there specs and do your own investigation. Later, Fred
Posted on: 10/2/2009 10:29 AM by Author "Check6" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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Anybody know the CG of a Ziroli Bearcat?
Looking for the CG of a Ziroli Bearcat? Thanks, Fred
Posted on: 10/1/2009 12:04 PM by Author "Check6" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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What siaze prop for a Quadra 100 also what is a good fuel mixture?
Looking for the right size prop for a Quadra 100. Engine is on a 45 lb. Bearcat. Also the correct fuel/oil mixture. Thanks, Fred
Posted on: 9/30/2009 7:05 PM by Author "Check6" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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Greyhound has lost my crate?????
I'm starting to get a little nervous after shipping a crate to Fl. No one seems to know where it is. This box is 6 ft. x 2 ft. x 4 ft. made out oy 1/4 in. luan board. Kind of hard to miss. It was shipped 3 weeks ago. I have shipped over 35 planes by Greyhound and the longest it's ever taken has been 2 weeks. Anybody else have this problem. I have put a trace on it and a lost form. Everybody gives me the same story, until it shows up at the terminal it was shipped to, they have no way of tracking. Crazy setup. Anyway I would like your thoughts and maybe a course of action. It was insured for the max. which is only $300. Thanks, Fred
Posted on: 9/27/2009 8:49 PM by Author "Check6" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Bearcat Color Schemes, any sites???
Hi Tony, I just picked up a Ziroli Hellcat and yes these old eyes need bright colors.LOL Later, Fred
Posted on: 9/25/2009 9:01 AM by Author "Check6" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Bearcat Color Schemes, any sites???
Hey guys, thanks for all the help. I'm leaning towards the test Bearcat with the blue fuse and yellow wings and red stripes. Need something I can see in the air. Keep them coming. Thanks, Fred
Posted on: 9/25/2009 7:32 AM by Author "Check6" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Bearcat Color Schemes, any sites???
Hey Tony, Thanks for checking in. I like the book in the lower right hand corner. Can you tell me where you ordered it from. The drone scheme looks good as well as the training scheme with the orange band. Thanks, Fred
Posted on: 9/23/2009 11:53 PM by Author "Check6" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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Bearcat Color Schemes, any sites???
I know there is not much of a choice, but there should be some interesting variations. Any ideas on Bearcat color schemes. Thanks, Fred
Posted on: 9/23/2009 10:51 PM by Author "Check6" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: P-38 Ziroli designed, built and aluminum plated by Metal-morphous
Ron, Great story!!! I felt I was in the P 51 myself. Awesome pics and you also have a fantastic wife. Thanks for narrative. Fred Menna Check6
Posted on: 9/22/2009 3:44 PM by Author "Check6" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Gauging interest, Hellcat group build
Chad, The Cat looks AWESOME!!! I think I will have to join your build also. Am , I missing something??? Flaps??? Keep up the great work and fantastic craftsmanship. Later, Fred Menna Check6
Posted on: 9/16/2009 5:05 PM by Author "Check6" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Roamin Research Mig 3 build!!
Hey Tony, Don't worry it should fly great!!! All my planes do, although that paint scheme is enough to make you sick. Looking forward to the flight report. Later, Fred Menna Check6
Posted on: 9/8/2009 12:33 AM by Author "Check6" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9077820

RE: Consistent error of B/H (or other) notch, reason?
I have had this happen many times. I usually put the stringer in the first bulkhead notch and the last one. Then mark and open the notch in between if it needs it. fill the space with some scrap and you are good to go. Make sure you install the stringers opposite of each other so you don't build in a twist, Thanks, Fred
Posted on: 9/4/2009 9:10 PM by Author "Check6" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Will a Zenoah GT 80 fit inside a Ziroli Corsair?
Hi Guys, Thanks for the input. The GT 80 will go in my Ziroli Corsair, I'll contact C&H ignition and order the plugs and boot caps. Thanks, Fred
Posted on: 8/31/2009 6:40 PM by Author "Check6" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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Will a Zenoah GT 80 fit inside a Ziroli Corsair?
Was wondering if anybody has installed a Zenoah GT 80 inside a Ziroli Corsair? Is it possible? Do you have to cut much of the cowl? Any pictures of your installation if you have done this? Thanks, Fred
Posted on: 8/31/2009 7:25 AM by Author "Check6" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Roamin Research Mig 3 build!!
Hey Tony, You will never make it as a sign painter, you couldn't paint a straight line if your life depended on it. LOL Looking good , can't wait to see it finished. Later, Fred
Posted on: 8/10/2009 11:12 PM by Author "Check6" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Roamin Research Mig 3 build!!
Tony, I have a Ziroli Hellcat that's partially built, Will probably do a build thread on RCU. Stay tuned. Can't wait to see the Mig finished. Glad to have had a part in making this a reality for you. Later, Fred
Posted on: 7/30/2009 10:33 PM by Author "Check6" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Roamin Research Mig 3 build!!
Hey Tony, Looking Awesome!! Now let's see what do I have for a trade ?????? Later, Fred
Posted on: 7/30/2009 9:12 PM by Author "Check6" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Roamin Research Mig 3 build!!
Tony, It's looking GREAT!! We'll have to do another joint project in the future LOL Can't wait to see it finished. Now if you can only do something with that accent, I'll be able to understand what you want done on the planes when I'm building them. LOL For all of you following this thread, this was really suppose to be a Spitfire, but with Tony's accent it ended up becoming a Mig. LOL. Later, Fred
Posted on: 7/23/2009 7:26 AM by Author "Check6" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Expert repair help needed-Byron P-51
Corsair Overhaul. Hope this helps. Thanks, Fred Menna Check6
Posted on: 7/18/2009 6:42 AM by Author "Check6" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Top Flite Giant P47 arf IS coming
I'm with you on the color scheme, that's probably one of the worst ones around.
Posted on: 7/15/2009 8:20 PM by Author "Check6" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Need my Brison 4.2 repaired
Thanks for the help guys. My engine is there as we speak. Thanks, Fred
Posted on: 7/15/2009 7:47 AM by Author "Check6" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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Need my Brison 4.2 repaired
Does anybody have a number and web site for Brison engines. The number on my owners manual is disconnected. I have to send it in to get it checked for a possible bent crank. Thanks, Fred
Posted on: 7/13/2009 10:19 AM by Author "Check6" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: TF Giant Corsair Overhaul!!! Here we go again!!!
Tony, Your Corsair is ready for you. Give me a heads up when you want to get it. Thanks, Fred
Posted on: 7/12/2009 8:06 PM by Author "Check6" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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