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RE: Improving stability
[quote]ORIGINAL: acerc I would go with the Guardian. Put it on a switch and run it in 3D mode in general. If you get into trouble or get disoriented switch to the 2D mode and the plane will return to straight and level flight. [/quote] Thanks. I ordered one today.
Posted on: 5/23/2013 12:25 AM by Author "Daniel-EL"
in the forum "Beginners"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11519945
RE: Improving stability
I selling off all my giant stuff and sticking to flying foamies now. Trouble is they flit and flirt and are too unstable for my aging reflexes. I've already crashed one that got away from me. What stabilizer would be better: the BL-3GRC, or the Eagle Tree Guardian? They're both about the same price on Amazon.
Posted on: 5/22/2013 9:45 AM by Author "Daniel-EL"
in the forum "Beginners"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11519315
RE: LETS SAVE SIG BEFORE THEY GET SWALLOWED BY THE BIG TWO!!!
Talked to the SIG guys at the Toledo show last year and the year before about the possibility of the 4*40 arf coming back. Both times they assured me it was coming back soon. This year I didn't bother to ask.
Posted on: 7/22/2012 5:05 PM by Author "Daniel-EL"
in the forum "Kit Building"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11164938
RE: Blatant censorship on this forum
Rezwan Ferdaus? Say no more.
Posted on: 7/11/2012 11:58 AM by Author "Daniel-EL"
in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11151569
YS120SF Needs Help
I have an early model YS 120SF that has been sitting around for a few years and now needs help to be revived. It ran strong when I put it away years ago, but now it won't start unless I force feed fuel to it, and then only for a couple of seconds. I replaced the fuel pump diaphragm. The check valve and fuel filter seem to be working OK. Is there someplace I could send it for a thorough checkout and repair if needed?[:o]
Posted on: 6/16/2012 3:13 PM by Author "Daniel-EL"
in the forum "YS Engines Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11120450
RE: If you could only have FIVE airplanes, what would they be?
Five Global Hawks.
Posted on: 6/9/2012 3:43 PM by Author "Daniel-EL"
in the forum "Questions and Answers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11112596
RE: Dirty Birdy ARF
I had a Dirty Birdi back in the 70's and a KAOS, too. Both were incredibly easy to fly....they go where you point them, fast or slow, absolutely rock steady. Easier to fly than trainers, IMHO.
Posted on: 4/26/2012 9:13 AM by Author "Daniel-EL"
in the forum "Classic RC Pattern Flying"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11057574
RE: Sig Kadet LT-40 Radio/Engine Question
I still keep my old LT-40 around to polish up my skills a bit in the Spring. I use all Hitec standard servos with an Aurora 9 XMTR w/o a problem ever. My engine is an Enya 40BB. Plenty of power and super reliable.
Posted on: 4/24/2012 4:55 AM by Author "Daniel-EL"
in the forum "Kit Building"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11054653
RE: Where Have All The Kits Gone ?
My basement is full of old kits, some NIB, some partially built. Engines, too. I'd sure like to get rid of some. I'll have to take inventory and make a list.[:@] Here's a partial: Ziroli Stearman (77" Custom Cut), Balsa USA 1/3 J3 (L wing built), Barkley 1/4 Tigermoth, Midwest G202, Goldberg Tiger 60 (wing built), Byron Hellcat (lots done), Midwest T-6, Lanier Sport P-51, Lanier 40 sized Stinger, and on and on. I can't think of them all. I guess I'll start listing them on the Buy-Sell forum if anybody's interested. I've lost interest and my wife will probably toss them in the dumpster when I pass on anyway.[&o]
Posted on: 3/16/2012 6:31 AM by Author "Daniel-EL"
in the forum "Kit Building"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11002459
RE: Model Airplane News, then and now.
While most of my peers have gone on to giant scale, gasoline powered ARFs, I've stayed with kit or scratch built 40 - 60 size glow models. They're the most satisfying for me because 1) they don't cost much, 2) they're easy to transport, 3) they're still fun to fly, and 4) they give me something fun to do during the cold winter months. As for MAN.....well, what can I say. They've moved on with the rest of my peer group.
Posted on: 3/12/2012 4:18 AM by Author "Daniel-EL"
in the forum "Kit Building"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10996591
RE: KMP T-28C
I'm using standoffs and washers from [link=http://www.pspmfg.com/RCEngineMountingHardware.html]PSP[/link] to mount my OS-FR300.
Posted on: 3/3/2012 10:35 AM by Author "Daniel-EL"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10984991
RE: KMP T-28C
Brandy and Coke?[&o] You do need a pair of quick disconnects. The picture below shows what came with my "kit". The disconnects, both male and female halves, are shown locked together here. I don't know what half the other stuff in the photo is for yet.
Posted on: 2/15/2012 12:24 AM by Author "Daniel-EL"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10958285
RE: KMP T-28C
[quote]ORIGINAL: SAM-RCU The gray foam tubbing goes inside the wheels to stiffen them up. [/quote] Thanks for the info. Do you find it necessary to use the tire "stuffing" with this model?
Posted on: 2/14/2012 5:55 AM by Author "Daniel-EL"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10958288
RE: KMP T-28C
Which half is it? Remember, I have an extra right stab/elev half I could send you if you need it. Yea! Got my Robart gear this morning. Wheels, tank, fittings and operating valve came too, but no line or instructions. I guess they figure you don't need instructions since installation pretty straight forward. I don't know why they didn't send any air line. Maybe that's something you have to determine for each model and order separately, don't know. I got some gray foam tubing too, what's that for? After inspection, I'm not going to cut the nose gear either. I'll just live with it. I'm not going to Top Gun this year anyway.
Posted on: 2/13/2012 9:05 AM by Author "Daniel-EL"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10956926
RE: KMP T-28C
I don't have my gear yet, but from what I've seen in photogs the Robart nose gear is not even close to being scale. Likes Line makes a scale looking nose gear, but it costs like the dickens. I was thinking of modifying the nose gear if I ever get it by sawing it off just above the scissors and off-setting it from the main strut with brazing. This might not be practical...I'll have to wait and see what can be done.
Posted on: 2/12/2012 5:01 PM by Author "Daniel-EL"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10955972
RE: KMP T-28C
The DA-50 will be a fine fit. I had one in 2005. I found it was an extraordinarily strong engine, reliable, and relatively light. Unfortunately, I did a nose dive into a rock which finished it off.[:@]
Posted on: 2/10/2012 4:37 AM by Author "Daniel-EL"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10952465
RE: KMP T-28C
[quote]ORIGINAL: cloud_master What servos are you guys going to run for the flaps and ailerons? I was looking at either the Futaba S3305 or the Hitec 645MG. [/quote] I'm using Hitec 485-HB's exclusively on the wing surfaces. Elevators and rudder will have 645MG's I might use a small 55 on the throttle under the cowl. Anybody know if you can order electric Robart Retracts for the T-28? I see Robart advertising generic electric retracts in MAN now. I should've asked the guy when I talked to him yesterday.[:@] My original order was for air retracts/wheels, and air system, but I'd gladly trade up for electric retracts.
Posted on: 2/2/2012 12:10 PM by Author "Daniel-EL"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10940527
RE: KMP T-28C
[quote]ORIGINAL: cloud_master It's great we are finally getting the gear. Now we just have to hope the wings stay attached................... [/quote] Right. I'm going to go ahead and beef up the attachment point on the inboard of rib #3 even if it's just to wrap some more fiberglass in there. I hate when my wings come off in flight.
Posted on: 1/31/2012 5:47 PM by Author "Daniel-EL"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10937611
RE: KMP T-28C
Called Robart today and they informed me that my units will be shipped in two weeks. I'm really happy they found me on their "paid" list![:D]
Posted on: 1/31/2012 12:42 PM by Author "Daniel-EL"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10937168
RE: KMP T-28C
[quote]ORIGINAL: Daniel-EL Still waiting for retracts and wheels. Not a peep out of Robart or KMP[:@]. [/quote] Called Robart today and found out my unit will be shipped in two weeks. They were sorry for the delay, and said they were having some "issues". I'm just glad they didn't totally drop the ball which I was starting to believe.[X(]
Posted on: 1/31/2012 12:39 PM by Author "Daniel-EL"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10937161
RE: KMP T-28C
[quote]ORIGINAL: cloud_master Received my wing tube about a week ago. It measured 29 3/4'' as well. 1/4'' short. Who do I need to order the carbon wing tube from again? And do I need to cut it to length? If so, how would I cut it and not F it up? [/quote] See post # 155 or 156 for the TNT link. I used a ceramic tile saw to cut it to the right length. Still waiting for retracts and wheels. Not a peep out of Robart or KMP[:@].
Posted on: 1/30/2012 1:58 PM by Author "Daniel-EL"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10935571
RE: Why Beginners Do Not Want To Join Clubs
This really depends on the club. Some are very nubee friendly, others not so much. In my area, I finally found the ONE club out of four that was genuinely nubee friendly and stuck with them ever since. Special features are: 1) Reasonable short list of rules, 2) Many qualified, willing and able instructors, 3) Field free from neighbor harassment, and 4) inexpensive annual fee. Prima donnas do show up occasionally and try to dominate, but they soon realize they aren't appreciated and drift off to one of the other clubs in the area.
Posted on: 1/26/2012 1:14 PM by Author "Daniel-EL"
in the forum "Beginners"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10929172
RE: Complain about anything place
We've exported all our technology and manufacturing tricks to China. Why don't we export our unions, too. Then maybe America could compete in manufacturing.
Posted on: 1/25/2012 3:07 PM by Author "Daniel-EL"
in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10927523
RE: Do you think the FAA should be sticking its nose into our hobby?
I can't begin to tell you how much I resent the government sticking it's nose into all aspects of our lives. The FAA has made aviation so expensive with their never-ending attempts to make it risk-free, that I can no longer afford to own and fly my own airplane. Soon, I won't be able to afford to own and fly an RC airplane if they have their way. I am hoping a major change comes to this country soon and many of these innumerable, over-reaching alphabet regulatory agencies are either defunded or drastically reorganized.
Posted on: 1/24/2012 2:46 AM by Author "Daniel-EL"
in the forum "AMA Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10924557
RE: Holy grapes batman, MA did it again!!!
[quote]ORIGINAL: R/C Art LOL, that reminds me of the myth going around a few years ago that a ''lifting stab'' on a conventional tail added to the overall lift of an aircraft.[:)] Just a random thought here to consider Daniel-EL, but saying a ''lifting stab'' doesn't add lift is like saying a stab doesn't stabilze. Back on the subject
Posted on: 1/21/2012 3:28 PM by Author "Daniel-EL"
in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10920315
RE: Best of the Chinese electric plane manufacturers
I really like the Durafly 1100mm (~43" wingspan) Warbird series currently sold by HobbyKing out of Hong Kong. Yes, they're foamies, but they are surprisingly detailed, accurate scale, and feature retracts, flaps, and nav lights. All you need to do is glue on the tail feathers, plug in your receiver and LiPo, and they are ready to go. They fly very well, are relatively durable, and are priced cheaper than dirt. In most cases, they are stocked in a USA warehouse, so you don't have to wait for shipping all the way from China. I have the T-28 and P-51 and think I will order the Corsair, P-47 and Spitfire later this year. They're always coming out with new models, so I want to eventually acquire the entire WWII warbird series.
Posted on: 1/21/2012 7:24 AM by Author "Daniel-EL"
in the forum "Electric General Discussion"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10919803
RE: Holy grapes batman, MA did it again!!!
[quote]ORIGINAL: SlabBro ....they show the northrup gamma with a ''nickle'' in the wing for an ''anti-torque'' device..... [/quote] LOL, that reminds me of the myth going around a few years ago that a "lifting stab" on a conventional tail added to the overall lift of an aircraft.[:)]
Posted on: 1/19/2012 5:54 AM by Author "Daniel-EL"
in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10916762
RE: KMP T-28C
[quote]ORIGINAL: tailskid That ''D'' adds character :) And who says all ARF's look alike? [/quote] This little bugger flies great! Hope the KMP job flies as well.[:o]
Posted on: 1/15/2012 4:10 PM by Author "Daniel-EL"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10910491
RE: KMP T-28C
[quote]ORIGINAL: cloud_master I havn't ordered them yet. However, i've emailed Andrew lately to find out what the status of Robart was and he is thinking they should have ship sets ready. He's in China right now. I'll order the gear if he tells me they are ready to sell complete. Have you made any progress on your build? [/quote] Nothin'. I'm waiting for my retracts, wheels and air system to wrap this project up. Is my apprehension about this unreasonable? I paid for this stuff last spring and I feel like I should see some positive results by now.[:@] At least give me some feedback, right?
Posted on: 1/15/2012 4:08 PM by Author "Daniel-EL"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10910487
RE: KMP T-28C
While waiting for my KMP T-28 to get all it's equipment, I bought a Durafly T-28 for practice. I call it "Son of KMP". Note backwards "D" on tail fin.[:D]
Posted on: 1/14/2012 1:38 PM by Author "Daniel-EL"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10908695
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