RE: Spitfire CARF-Models 2011 Build Thread. Started by Lazy Eight & WARBIRDRCER
Thanks flyingchef. I thought that's what needs to happen. Guess I'll need to do some fitting. Did you do anything about the raised screws on the cowl? I'm planning on flattening them out and replacing them with flat head slotted screws. It seems that there needs to be weight added to the nose anyway. I also found some #6 countersunk flat washers which look very much like the ones on the full scale Dzus fasteners.
Posted on: 7/19/2012 7:33 PM by Author "Lab Doc" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Comp ARF Spitfire build
Don't know if anyone is still following this thread, but I have a question about the engine mounting and alignment in this bird. I'm installing a DA-85 engine with a JTEC inverted pitts muffler in this project. I mounted the engine flush with the firewall with a 3/32" washer under the engine mounting lugs and I'm using a Sierra 1.5" prop hub extension. The problem I'm running into is the spinner backplate isn't even with the front of the cowl, with a very visible and singnificant gap on the right side (about 5/32" ) while the left side is about 1/16". Anyone else whose building this kit have this same issue? The problem is do I now asymmetrically mount the engine on the firewall with a wedge rather than a uniform ply plate of 3/32", or do I modify the back end of the cowl to match the engine? The latter would make the back end of the cowl asymmetrical. The former would create a right engine thrust line. Your input is appreciated. For those of you installing a full depth cockpit, how deep from the window ledge did you go? Since a full cockpit will interfere with the stock servo installation for the rudder and elevator, did anyone place them far behind the cockpit or move the whole tray in front of the cockpit.
Posted on: 7/19/2012 7:17 PM by Author "Lab Doc" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Spitfire CARF-Models 2011 Build Thread. Started by Lazy Eight & WARBIRDRCER
Don't know if anyone is still following this thread, but I have a question about the engine mounting and alignment in this bird. I'm installing a DA-85 engine with a JTEC inverted pitts muffler in this project. I mounted the engine flush with the firewall with a 3/32" washer under the engine mounting lugs and I'm using a Sierra 1.5" prop hub extension. The problem I'm running into is the spinner backplate isn't even with the front of the cowl, with a very visible and singnificant gap on the right side (about 5/32" ) while the left side is about 1/16". Anyone else whose building this kit have this same issue? The problem is do I now asymmetrically mount the engine on the firewall with a wedge rather than a uniform ply plate of 3/32", or do I modify the back end of the cowl to match the engine? The latter would make the back end of the cowl asymmetrical. The former would create a right engine thrust line. Your input is appreciated. For those of you installing a full depth cockpit, how deep from the window ledge did you go? Since a full cockpit will interfere with the stock servo installation for the rudder and elevator, did anyone place them far behind the cockpit or move the whole tray in front of the cockpit.
Posted on: 7/19/2012 6:53 PM by Author "Lab Doc" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: b&r motors
Well let's see if you even get this after 8 1/2 years of no response. Yes I stil have my B & R Bullet Pro from 1992 or '93. It was one of my best motors when I was racing at our club track regularly. So was your dad the "B" or the "R"? Dave
Posted on: 7/4/2012 8:41 PM by Author "doc_olds" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
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RE: aeroworks qb 52
[quote]ORIGINAL: Bobt2 now, the big issue is the torque motor is a little weak in pulling out of a hover. it does it ok, but i would like a little more punch for those low level bailouts. [/quote] I looked at the manual and apparently you have to space the 2814 out so the cowling fits. You could try removing the spacers and fitting a Torque 2812. Awhile back I flew those in a 51" AJ Slick and it was just plain sick. That motor has a ton of power, and you can still use your 4s 2600 batteries, but you will need a 60 amp ESC and a 14/7 or 15/8 prop. You will get more power and because of the added vectored thrust, the plane will 3D better. The 2812 weights 177 grams, which is pretty close to an ounce more than the 130. You might have to move your battery back a little to compensate and take maybe a minute off your timer, but after that you had better hang on. When this plane first came out I figured the recommended 130 gram motors would be a little marginal. I was waiting to see someone fit a 2812 in one. I am sure it will make a completely different plane out of it.
Posted on: 6/29/2012 6:45 PM by Author "Doc Austin" in the forum "3D Electric Flying!"
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RE: Central Texas Jet Rally
Bob & Dan, We will see you in a day or two. Flavio will be coming too. Doc and Dianna Jones
Posted on: 5/14/2012 7:26 PM by Author "Doc Jones" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: mississippi afterburnr 2012
Vernon we will make it this year late wednesday afternoon. thanks Doc jones & Dianna & Bandit
Posted on: 5/1/2012 3:59 AM by Author "Doc Jones" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: The New Sport Pilot's Guide To 3D
Well, at least people are reading it.
Posted on: 4/22/2012 10:22 AM by Author "Doc Austin" in the forum "3D Electric Flying!"
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The New Sport Pilot's Guide To 3D
Those of you wanting to get started in 3D, please give this a look.......... [center][link=http://docaustinextreme.blogspot.com/2012/04/new-sport-pilots-guide-to-3d.html][size=6][b]The New Sport Pilot's Guide To 3D[/b][/size][/link] [image]http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_fK1dM9kh94/T48KpSRC-gI/AAAAAAAAB1Q/Ho45_J6Dh2s/s400/SPGT3D+Header+Artwork.jpg[/image][/center]
Posted on: 4/21/2012 9:28 AM by Author "Doc Austin" in the forum "3D Electric Flying!"
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RE: Extreme Flight Extra 300-EXP 48
I've been flying the Extreme Flight Extra EXP for about 15 months and it just gets better and better every time out. I've crashed one and worn another out, and this is the newest one. [center][youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_L9KqFCgRts&feature=plcp&context=C41bffa8VDvjVQa1PpcFOoiXUaD3LuhUiQ4RhRgGEYFnUgVSpxvIc=[/youtube][/center] for those who would like to read more about the plane, please check out my Extra EXP blog articles....... [center][link=http://docaustinextreme.blogspot.com/2011/03/extreme-flight-extra-300-expclean-sheet.html][b]Extreme Flight Extra 300 EXP__Clean Sheet[/b][/link] [link=http://docaustinextreme.blogspot.com/2011/11/extra-expproject-red.html][b]Extra EXP__Project Red [/b][/link][b]Extra EXP__Project Red [/b][/center]
Posted on: 4/21/2012 8:53 AM by Author "Doc Austin" in the forum "3D Electric Flying!"
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Futaba 4PK 2.4 GHZ TX Question
I'm looking for some input on how to increase the volume of the fuel down timer on this otherwise unbelievable radio system. The problem that I have is that even in a quiet environment it's possible to not notice the very faint beep of the end of the timer. This has implications for running out of fuel at a very in opportune time. Is there any way to increase the beep volume on this radio? I don't see any provision in the otherwise extensive users' manual.
Posted on: 4/1/2012 5:31 PM by Author "Lab Doc" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: Spitfire CARF-Models 2011 Build Thread. Started by Lazy Eight & WARBIRDRCER
The wing is two piece, joined at the center with an aluminum joiner tube. Four bolts hold the wing to the fuse. Doc
Posted on: 3/27/2012 11:12 AM by Author "Lab Doc" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Sport Flying The Extreme Flight Extra EXP
I tried to eliminate the rate switch as much as possible for this porject. A lot of sport fliers simply don't want that crazy 3D rate, and they will never use it anyway. By reducing the throw mechanically, you can use a higher rate ad still not have too much throw, and also not compromise your servo resolution. The servos travel their full range, and you get a smooth, progressive movement. The 30% expo just makes it smooth like butter. We will be doing a sport set up artice sometime late spring or summer with the new [link=http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1609303][b]Extreme Flight Pantera[/b][/link]. [center][image]http://static.rcgroups.net/forums/attachments/2/7/9/7/2/a4406408-129-email%201.jpg[/image][/center] This is such a sexy looking plane that I think just about every sport pilot is going to want one. Thew prototype is in a very Thunderbirds style of scheme, and while I don't know any7thing official, I am hoping it will also be available in a Thunderbirds style scheme. Either way, I will have one for extreme aerobatics, and another set up for a sport report. stay tunes, or follow my blow...... [link=http://docaustinextreme.blogspot.com/][b]Extreme Aviation[/b][/link]
Posted on: 3/22/2012 11:36 AM by Author "Doc Austin" in the forum "Electric Aerobatic & Sport Planes"
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RE: Building my first Heli
+1 on what Andy says. You want to make sure all the parts that are supposed to move freely, do so in the direction intended and with no binding. Small increments in binding compound along a linkage path. I found Finless Bobs videos and advice from local builders/ flying friends and friends at fun flys very helpful. Enjoy the build, don't rush it, make sure you get every detail right, there reall isn't anything on the bird that doesn't have a job. Enjoy! Let us know how it goes, post pictures, Andy
Posted on: 3/20/2012 3:12 PM by Author "Flying Foot Doc" in the forum "T-Rex heli"
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RE: Hello anyone here??????????????
Wow. 2 full weeeks and not a single post on the 3D forum. Even the sport plane section is pretty dead. I used to read the Mini Pulse thread and that thing hopped along every day. What happened to this place?
Posted on: 3/17/2012 8:10 AM by Author "Doc Austin" in the forum "3D Electric Flying!"
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Sport Flying The Extreme Flight Extra EXP
[center][image]http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-jKLBQga5w2k/Tcn-pgreABI/AAAAAAAABbs/e4fgFLhnLyw/s400/Extreme+Flight+Template+006.jpg[/image][/center] Sport pilots for too long have been scared off from trying a lot of good aerobatic planes because they were told those planes were "too hot" for them, or "you can't handle that plane." I am here to tell you right here and right now, you can. You can do it, and it is not even that hard. If you can fly a Park Zone T28 or something similar, you can adjust the set up on many different extreme aerobatics capable planes and turn them into really sweet sport planes. This article is aimed at you T28 pilots, and other pilots like you who are learning aerobatics, are finding the T28 a bit too easy, and want to fly something a bit more capable. You need a new challenge, and this is it. [center][link=http://docaustinextreme.blogspot.com/2011/05/extreme-flight-extra-expsport-pilots.html][size=6]Click Here For More[/size][/link][/center]
Posted on: 3/12/2012 8:50 PM by Author "Doc Austin" in the forum "Electric Aerobatic & Sport Planes"
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RE: Great Planes 25% Pitts M-12s 3D
I love the way this bipe performs! the LG issues were solved by installing 2 good 1/4" aircraft (5 ply) Lg mounting plates braced by (2) 7.375 x .080"Alum. L bracket ( 1.25 x 1.25 ) secured to the LG plate by the stock screws and then to the fuselage box frame by 3, 6-32 screws on each side. We're @ 5000' and it seems to sink quite fast, so I keep the landings a little fast. 17 lbs with a DLE 55. It will do 6 vertical slow rolls until I have to level off. The stock LG seems to work fine !
Posted on: 3/11/2012 5:13 PM by Author "DOC" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - 3D & Aerobatic"
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RE: Hello anyone here??????????????
Best way to buy an EXP is with the power system combo. That's the same Torque 2814 and Airboss 45 ESC that I fly in all my planes. Airframe and power system is $299.99, which considering the performance and quality, is a great deal. Check my blog for comprehensive flight reports on all the Extreme Flight EXP series planes. [center][size=6][link=http://docaustinextreme.blogspot.com/]Extreme Aviation[/link][/size][/center]
Posted on: 2/24/2012 8:16 PM by Author "Doc Austin" in the forum "3D Electric Flying!"
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RE: Hello anyone here??????????????
I drop in here every so often. It's nice to have more than one forum to go to, but this one needs to get a little more lively. Maybe this will get something started. [center][youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7RCEcMutxus&list=UU-lhsyjR_FoZpf-WjKYZ67Q&index=1&feature=plcp[/youtube][/center]
Posted on: 2/22/2012 9:10 AM by Author "Doc Austin" in the forum "3D Electric Flying!"
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RE: the Shakes
You do need to take the head off and check the main shaft and the feathering shaft. Especially w/ a used machine you really do want to go over it throughly. On these machines everything counts and really does have to be right. The shake is a sign something isn't straight, you HAVE to find it and replace the part. It's part of the hobby...Andy
Posted on: 1/20/2012 6:42 PM by Author "Flying Foot Doc" in the forum "T-Rex heli"
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RE: Transmitter?
I'm keeping my Futaba 9CAPS. It's the most comfortable to hold and I have switched to 2.4 Ghz with a Frsky module. the receivers are $20 and It's Faster than the Futaba 2.4 modules.
Posted on: 1/20/2012 4:37 PM by Author "DOC" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: Who wants to build Lockheed Orion 9
Personaly I want to see a " Flying model "! I'm not intrested in a hanger Queen, not an everyday flyer, but a model that is easy to maintain, flys well and is "Scale". I think this is what is desired by most modelers. There are fewer of us every day. A scale gear isn't a problem but an off the shelf unit is what an average modeler wants. MY View! DO'C
Posted on: 1/8/2012 7:01 AM by Author "DOC" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
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RE: ESM 50cc Mustang, what gives!
TopFlite has had one (ARF) for about 10 years now !
Posted on: 12/29/2011 4:44 PM by Author "DOC" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: What was your first R/C
1961 Midwest Esquire ( not the glider ) W/ Veco .19, Pioneer CW rec and an F&M Tx. Varacomp escapement, Rudder only. It got out of range and flew away !
Posted on: 12/28/2011 5:22 PM by Author "DOC" in the forum "RC Car General Discussions"
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SK-720 & Trex 600N
I just ordered the Skookum 720 for my 600 N . Does anyone have one on there 600 N and how good does it perform
Posted on: 12/5/2011 4:48 PM by Author "doc-b" in the forum "Flybarless Helicopters"
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RE: all i want for christmas is...
A 250cc Moki Radial !
Posted on: 11/30/2011 9:00 AM by Author "DOC" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: *Extreme Flight 60
I had a chance to fly a friend's 60 Edge EXP and I was absolutely blown away. I've got a 60" Extra EXP under construction now, but as soon a I recover financially I'm definately getting a big Edge EXP. [center][youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UHEHDNq1ljM&feature=channel_video_title[/youtube] [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5LhJVicunmQ&feature=channel_video_title[/youtube][/center]
Posted on: 11/19/2011 9:31 AM by Author "Doc Austin" in the forum "3D Electric Flying!"
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RE: exteme flight or 3dhs extra?
I've already written a considerable amount about the Extreme Flight Extra EXP. For those who want to do a little reading, you can find multiple articles about the Extra and other EXP series planes on my blog, [b][link=http://docaustinextreme.blogspot.com/]Extreme Aviation[/link][/b] [quote]ORIGINAL: boosted180 by more ''complete'', i mean less time to build (hinges and other little items pre-installed).[/quote] The Extreme Flight planes don't have the hinges glued in, and for me that's a plus. I like to use Radio South hinges. I've been using them for 30 years so it's a little late to change now. [quote]one of the advantage of the 3dhs is that it's a bit lighter and i'll be able to use my torque 900 motor and 2200mah 3s lipo's (instead of getting the bigger 820 motor and upgrading to 4s).[/quote] You can fly any of the Extreme Flight EXP series 48" planes on 3s as well, and I have. I prefer the fly them on 4s because they are so awesome like that, but they are still very nice on 3s. [quote]i'm also hoping it will fly precision as well as 3d. i'm a little concerned b/c of the relatively short tail moment. [/quote] EXP's longer moment and bigger stabilizer surfaces really lock it in great for precision maneuvers. The big SFGs really lock the plane in on knife edge maneuvers. The SFGs, and the canopy being so large and sitting forward provides a lot of lift in KE too. These planes have a really solid precision pedigree. In fact, the Extra does the best precision work in the EXP lineup, though it still does awesome 3D. UTube keeps killing the sound tracks on my videos, so the ones I post there now have no music. If you prefer music videos, you can find planty of EXP videos with tunes on [b][link=http://vimeo.com/user714849/videos/sort:date]My Vimeo Page[/link][/b] Here we had a window of about four minutes between when the sun went down behind the hill and there was still enough light to fly the plane. This time of year the sun is in your eyes almost all day at this field, but we wanted to fly, so we waited for that window. [center][youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wsuvo8XhnSc&feature=channel_video_title[/youtube][/center] Compare to earlier videos and you can see that every time out with the Extra EXP I learn more and more from it. [center][youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cBesJf3rPiE&feature=channel_video_title[/youtube] [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v5YgUyonDjU&feature=channel_video_title[/youtube][/center]
Posted on: 11/19/2011 8:55 AM by Author "Doc Austin" in the forum "3D Electric Flying!"
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RE: Spitfire CARF-Models 2011 Build Thread. Started by Lazy Eight & WARBIRDRCER
I've just received my C-ARF Spit and see a lot of possibilities for this ARF. One question that arises is regarding the control throws. Anyone out there have any info on a good starting point for the ailerons other than the manual's "all you can get"? Any input is appreciated.
Posted on: 11/18/2011 7:26 PM by Author "Lab Doc" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: HELP PLEASE T-rex 450 Pro 3GX
Unfortunately the old adage about you getting what you pay for really holds true when it comes to electronics. I wanted to do the same thing you want to do when I set my 450 up. My LHS sold me Hitec servos with metal gears. More than I wanted to pay, but went for it. There hasn't been one time I've regretted it. They have held up amazingly well through too may crashes and wrecks to count without stripping the gears or failing, except one time in 4 or 5 years. Since you asked for an opinion, you get mine FWIW. Good luck, let us all know how it goes for you, Andy
Posted on: 11/6/2011 5:20 PM by Author "Flying Foot Doc" in the forum "T-Rex heli"
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