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RE: Searching for an AJ Fireball kit
I Have NIB A Jim Walker A-J Fireball, with a NIB O&R 23. I will sell for $495. Any interest? Regards, Don M. Britt
Posted on: 6/21/2011 6:16 PM by Author "Don M. Britt"
in the forum "Control Lines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10585872
RE: Seagull Decathlon
[quote]ORIGINAL: Mojavegold [quote]ORIGINAL: Don M. I have some 4.5" inflatable tires. I'll take the air out and give them a try but their goin' look stuuuuuupid. I actually am hard.... The 4 inch tires make her look like a bush plane. I'm partial to bush planes, so I don't.... I kinda think it maybe nose heavy also but it balances in the middle of the range. I'm going
Posted on: 4/23/2009 12:24 PM by Author "Don M."
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8708583
RE: Seagull Decathlon
I have some 4.5" inflatable tires. I'll take the air out and give them a try but their goin' look stuuuuuupid. I actually am hard pressed to get ENOUGH flare even with MAX elev. When I pull back a bit on the throttle she heads for the ground like a brick. It has absolutely no floating qualities at all. It's either UP or DOWN. But as I say it takes off and flies around in fine fashion [:o]
Posted on: 4/22/2009 7:31 PM by Author "Don M."
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8706474
RE: Seagull Decathlon
;m a better than average sport flyer and pride myself in my excellent lands ( most of the time... and it looks terrible on a plane like this. Has anyone mastered the landing of this thing. I'm
Posted on: 4/22/2009 1:57 PM by Author "Don M."
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8705421
RE: GP Eagle 580 (Matt Champan cap 232) 50"
I wanted one of these Caps until I watched a buddy maiden his Edge 540 ( very similiar aircraft ) and the gear collapsed on a "gentle" asphalt runway landing competely destroying the plane.. Here are the pics - terrible damage. I'm going elsewhere because if you strengthen the gear plate the fuse will probably break in two. I can't believe how these things are built. The only
Posted on: 4/13/2009 8:05 AM by Author "Don M."
in the forum "Electric Aerobatic & Sport Planes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8676173
RE: Servos for Spacewalker 120
I had a Great Planes 120 size Spacewalker / OS 120 4-Stroke. I used some old Futaba 9202's ( plastic gears ) I had kicking around and never a problem. I was using 6 volts so the servo torque would be in the 80 - 90 oz. in. range. Anything around this with a strong plastic or metal gear set would do.
Posted on: 4/4/2009 9:56 AM by Author "Don M."
in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8647573
RE: OS 120fs Four Stroke
As previously stated I have 400 + flights on my 120FS non - pumped. I back my high speed off only about 300 rpm's ( I do that also with my YS's ) and never have had a problem. It gains maybe 200 rpm's during the flight and sometimes not even that. I have NEVER had the engine go lean in any manuver. The only reason I would ever go to all the trouble to put a pump on it is in order to put the tank on the cg and I think that is overrated [:)]
Posted on: 1/2/2009 8:02 PM by Author "Don M."
in the forum "3D Flying!"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8310945
RE: OS 120fs Four Stroke
. If you need absolute power and the tank on the CG and don't mind getting into the engine once in awhile
Posted on: 12/29/2008 7:18 PM by Author "Don M."
in the forum "3D Flying!"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8295904
RE: Custom fees in Canada
As you can see I live in Eastern Canada. Over the past 10 years I have placed at least 50 orders in the US and the most Customs I have ever paid is $5.00, 25% of the time I get charged GST but I have NEVER paid brokerage fees. I understand that some people especially in Ontario get dinged for brokerage fees but I think it depends on who you buy from. I've ordered about 10 times from Towers and never paid brokerage fees. I have always been leary of damage to large airplanes so I have only ever ordered 1 ARF plane in the mail. That was a 42" electric Pitts Python . It came from Washington, cost me $25.00 shipping, $5.00 Customs, no GST and arrived safe and sound. Most orders I have received from Towers have NOT been packed well beware !!
Posted on: 12/24/2008 5:16 AM by Author "Don M."
in the forum "Questions and Answers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8277381
RE: 3W85xi - Surprisingly bad experience with Cactus Aviation
I'm just curious how he charged you for the engine if you were just enquiring about it and he promised to call you. Did you give him your credit card # without actually ordering the engine ?? If you actually ordered it did you call Catcus back and cancel it after ordering from International ?? I do however find the restock fee quite excessive.
Posted on: 12/17/2008 4:38 PM by Author "Don M."
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8255616
RE: YS 63-S vs YS 63 (older version)
I flew a Sig Ultimate FF / YS .63FZ for 10 years with over 500 flights, 11,000 on a good day with a 13-6 APC. I never, I repeat never had any problems with the engine because it was on a profile. I had 2 of the .63 FZ's and they seemed as powerful as the S models that I have seen at our field. I recently discoverd electrics and sold my .63's. I'll never use glow in anything under a 120 size again.
Posted on: 12/17/2008 4:32 PM by Author "Don M."
in the forum "Glow Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8255604
RE: Quieting a two stroke
[quote]ORIGINAL: barnstormer2 I currently have a 10x6 prop on it right now. I'll throw on an 11x6 and see how many rpms it will drop. [/quote] A 10-6 is a very small prop for a .46. Your right about an 11-6 maybe even an 11-7. I ran a 10-6 on the old OS .40 FSR's back in the 80's and they turned up pretty high.
Posted on: 10/13/2008 10:39 AM by Author "Don M."
in the forum "Questions and Answers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8044579
RE: Quieting a two stroke
[quote]ORIGINAL: barnstormer2 I went to J Tec's website and was able to see the snuffler you mentioned, Wow, thats wild, i think i'm going to give it a try, and maybe i will try to richen... to a bit larger prop ( but not big enough to drag on the motor ) I'm flying a 52cc gasser... I fly with ( their mostly 4-strokers) but I'm happy to oblige. I now have a much more pleasant
Posted on: 10/13/2008 9:14 AM by Author "Don M."
in the forum "Questions and Answers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8044374
RE: CRRC 50 Rough Running
[quote]ORIGINAL: PAPE davesdad Do you think the engine shook to much because of it been out of tune or because its just a cheap engine??? I still havent goten to start mine its still on my engine stand, but Ill post here how it goes when I get to it. [/quote] They'll all shake if the mixtures are too rich. I have a Taurus 52cc that was running like a Swiss watch and I had to richen up the low speed the other day ( temp change ? ) I went a bit too far and it shook and burbled in the mid range like a frozen dog. Brought the plane in leaned it about 1/8 of a turn and it was as smooth as slik again. You could buy 3 CRRC 50's for what I have in this Taurus. It has nothing to do with it being cheap.
Posted on: 10/13/2008 7:27 AM by Author "Don M."
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8044212
RE: Quieting a two stroke
If the muffler is 2 piece remove the back 1/2, buy a universal lawn mower muffler ( the long skinny one not the round one ) drill a hole through it and one through the end of your remaining muffler piece. Bolt the whole issue together with a long bolt ( maybe a bit of high temp silicone around the joint ) and you'll be amazed at the difference. Total cost will be less tha $10. I did this decades ago when I ran .40 size motors and even did it on each outlet of a pitts muffler on a 40cc gasser. The gasser went from 98 db - 92 db with no lose in power. If you have lots of money you can get them made up by J'Tech - a bit fancier and a lot more money.
Posted on: 10/13/2008 7:20 AM by Author "Don M."
in the forum "Questions and Answers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8044205
RE: Venus II engine mnt
I used a Dubro 686 mount on my inverted OS 120FS. 300+ flights and everything is still going strong. I have 2 digitals and 4 coreless servos and can manage 8 flights on a 4.8 / 1100 mah battery.
Posted on: 10/13/2008 7:10 AM by Author "Don M."
in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8044194
RE: Quadra 52
Try these guys. http://www.bennettbuilt.com/page1.htm
Posted on: 10/12/2008 8:07 PM by Author "Don M."
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8042906
RE: 3W 106i B2 looking for people using this engine
[quote]ORIGINAL: Pierre Fouche Thanks Tired Old Man. That's just what I not needed. Could cost me around R3000.00 ($300.00) from our dealer. Think I might have to go for a Chinese brand. RCEXL have an option for $88.00. What you think? [/quote] I don't have a 106 but I had 2 stock ignitions go bad on my Taurus TS52 in 30 flights. I replaced it the 3rd time with an RCEXL and 80 flights
Posted on: 10/12/2008 8:05 PM by Author "Don M."
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8042897
RE: CRRC 50 Rough Running
Glad your happy now. There are just so many people who are reluctant to adjust the factory needles I don't understand why. As I stated somewhere in one of my post I don't think I have every run an engine that I wasn't adjusting the Hi & Low before I had 1/2 a tank run through it.
Posted on: 10/12/2008 7:59 PM by Author "Don M."
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8042866
RE: SAITO 125 GASOLINE BURNER!!!!!!!!!!!!
[quote]ORIGINAL: noterman I find it interesting that the advertised 30 oz. weight does not include the required metal engine mount. [/quote] Or the 4.8 volt battery to run it. I have seen it time & time again when someone compares the weight of a gasser to a glow and then by the time you install everything you need to run it the light weight goes out the window.
Posted on: 10/12/2008 11:04 AM by Author "Don M."
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8041591
RE: Availibility of Xoar props in Toronto
[quote]ORIGINAL: karolh Can anyone advise me of a possible source of Xoar props in the Toronto area. Thanks. Karol [/quote] Contact these guys http://www.thunderboltrc.com/ They are the Canadian distributor for Xoar props and set up any dealers. I have bought Xoar from them and www.greathobbies.com Of course you won't find anyone available until Tuesday since it's Thanksgiving in Canada [:D]
Posted on: 10/12/2008 5:56 AM by Author "Don M."
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8041143
RE: Seagull Decathlon
This is the motor I plan to use on 6S - 3800 and probably about a 13 - 8 prop. A 17" prop is a big prop on such a small plane [X(] http://www.hobbycity.com/hobbycity/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=2102&Product_Name=TURNIGY__50-55A_400kv_Outrunner_(Eq.4120/18)
Posted on: 10/12/2008 5:46 AM by Author "Don M."
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8041136
RE: SAITO 125 GASOLINE BURNER!!!!!!!!!!!!
I wonder if their going to make you use a 5 lb. motor mount to disapate the heat like the 220 ??
Posted on: 10/11/2008 7:42 PM by Author "Don M."
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8040030
RE: Seagull Decathlon
Right On !
Posted on: 10/11/2008 7:27 PM by Author "Don M."
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8040001
RE: OS FS 120 E PROP SIZE
I've been running a 120E for 400 flights. I use an APC 15-8 and it's perfect fo the plane ( Venus II ). It turns 9200 after riching it a bit and I agree 10,000 static for this engine is toooo high. I've tried a 14-10 & a 16-6 but keep coming back to the 15-8. I found the plane too fast with the 14-10 and over reved on turns with the 16-6. The 16-6 is not too much prop, but in my case I found it useless on this plane, all revs and no power.
Posted on: 10/11/2008 6:32 AM by Author "Don M."
in the forum "Glow Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8038554
RE: Seagull Decathlon
an extra hole and put a #6 screw through it to lock the gear in place. I'm going to maiden mine next weekend. It is e-powered and I'm hoping it flys great. The CG balanced perfectly with 6S lipos... be safe and have it nose heavy for the maiden. [/quote] I have one of these I'm going to E
Posted on: 10/11/2008 6:15 AM by Author "Don M."
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8038542
RE: 4s performance - would someone explain?
I just sold off 2 - YS .63's that I had for about 5 years. Nothing wrong with them just went electric for the smaller stuff. The .70 may ( but I doubt it ) have the same power as a .63 and the .81 probably does but I can tell you NOTHING will match the .63 for speed of transition from idle to full. I had these engines for 5 years and the speed at which they transitioned still scared me. I thought they would blow up - but they never did [:D]
Posted on: 10/9/2008 5:16 PM by Author "Don M."
in the forum "Glow Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8034069
COLD STORAGE OF LIPO BATTERIES ??
This will be my first winter to store my lipo batteries. I have discharged them all and recharged to the 50% reccomended for storage. Here's my question I do not want to store them in my house ( obvious reasons ) and every other place ( garage, shed, etc. ) is unheated. Will temps as low as -10 F hurt these batteries ? If so what do you reccomend ?
Posted on: 10/9/2008 7:37 AM by Author "Don M."
in the forum "E-Flight Power Sources"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8032723
RE: Hostetler 33% Decathlon
I'm really considering it. SIZE is my only problem, not sure if I can deal with moving this thing around [:D] I have a short van and it would mean the nose of it would need to travel between the front seats to get it all in. But what the heck eh ! Here's some pics the builder has sent me. I just noticed that he has allowed for 2 servos on the ailerons. I like that idea but it does mean
Posted on: 10/9/2008 7:34 AM by Author "Don M."
in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8032721
RE: Hostetler 33% Decathlon
Thanks Ken, no I don't do 3D I'm just a BIG AIRPLANE nut. I'm presently flying a 1/3 Laser 200 and want to go bigger. I like the Super Decathlon and have the plans for a WH 30%. When I approached the builder he told me he has a 33% 75% finished so I'm looking at that. Your choice of servos surprises me I thought it would require something a bit more stout. So what's
Posted on: 10/8/2008 8:56 PM by Author "Don M."
in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8031597
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