RE: H9 Ultra Stick
It's a good second plane. Just turn the rates down until you get used to it. It's an easy build, and pretty good-looking. Don't under-power it. Give yourself room to grow into more aerobatics as you learn.
Posted on: 10/3/2009 10:34 PM by Author "Dr1Driver" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: A Dying Breed?
I'm afraid R/C in general may be going the way of competition fun fly. The technology increased to the point the average fun flyer couldn't afford to compete with the serious competitor. I see it in general R/C, too. Radios, especially, are increasing in complexity and price accordingly. Planes are getting larger, and comparatively, more expensive. When I began in the hobby, a .60 plane was LARGE. It just seems everything is more complex and it doesn't really need to be. I have one of the venerable Hitec Flash 4 radios that will fly just about anything I have. My flying clubs are not crowded, and I don't need FASST technology, but try to find something today without it. A good 75 oz. analog servo will fly my planes easily. I don't really need digital. I realize many R/Cers need the new, fancy ($$$) equipment, but most beginners and sport flyers do not. R/C needs to keep an inexpensive sport base that the average Joe can get into without maxing the CC and just enjoy flying around. My .02.
Posted on: 10/3/2009 7:47 PM by Author "Dr1Driver" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: What was your shortest lived model?
A Quickie 500 I'd built for a club pylon race. I didn't know it, but my aileron extension connector loosened with the engine vibration. On the maiden flight, I took off normally. At full throttle and about 15 feet up, I discovered I had no aileron control and they were locked in a left turn position. Needless to say, it spiraled in before I could even cut the throttle. The wing, being balsa-sheeted foam, was almost undamaged, but the fuselage was toast. Since I had no interest in pylon except for the club events, I black-bagged it.
Posted on: 10/3/2009 9:31 AM by Author "Dr1Driver" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: Sig Kavalier Build
I actually soloed on a Kavalier. I'd planted my trainer before my flight instruction was complete. I was having a LOT of trouble learning to land due to the trainer being blown around in the wind on approach. Ground effect under the big, flat bottom, mucho dihedral wing didn't help any, either. I brought the Kav out to the field and landed on my first flight with it! The semi-symmetrical tapered wing cut right through the wind and the higher loading allowed it to track in straight and true. After I soloed, I learned aerobatics with it. Turn the controls up and it's a hot little number. I didn't know Sig was still making them, but I'm glad to see some are still in the air.
Posted on: 10/3/2009 9:26 AM by Author "Dr1Driver" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: reversing a servo
In the "old days" servo motors and pots were loose-wired. The servo could be easily reversed by swapping the motor wires and the outer pot wires. Now, most are hard wired to the PC board and are VERY difficult to reverse. I'd buy a commercial servo reverser or do it with the TX. Dr.1
Posted on: 4/3/2008 6:57 AM by Author "Dr1Driver" in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
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RE: Throttle Linkage Delay! HELP PLEASE
Use a "twisted wire in a tube" setup. Dubro and Sullivan are a couple of manufacturers who make them. Solder a threaded end on the carburetor end and use a nylon clevis. Use an EZ-Connector on the servo arm end. Dr.1
Posted on: 4/1/2008 10:44 PM by Author "Dr1Driver" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: first time scaler
Get into a basic single engine TRAIMER with an instructor first. Save the warbirds and/or multi-engines for the 3rd, 4th, or even 5th plane. Dr.1
Posted on: 4/1/2008 4:02 PM by Author "Dr1Driver" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
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RE: Child molesters in the AMA ?
Being a child molestor does not preclude the ability or desire to fly R/C. However, it usually DOES preclude ANY involvement with youngsters under a certain age. Most child molestors are on more-or-less permanent probation and have court orders to stay away from children. Be that as it may, I wouldn't want him in my club, but if he exhibits no current behavior what would prohibit his membership following current club by-laws, you'll be hard-pressed (legally) to exclude him. Dr.1 PS Unfortunately, despite probation and rehabilitation, most child molestors do not change their spots.
Posted on: 4/1/2008 4:00 PM by Author "Dr1Driver" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: Flying Girlfriend... suggestion
Why ask us what she wants? Ask HER. My wife wanted to learn and wanted a Spook 96. I'm building it now. If it's HER hobby and not an extension of yours, let her pick her equipment, with competant advice, of course. Dr.1
Posted on: 4/1/2008 3:54 PM by Author "Dr1Driver" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: Fuel Tubing Problem
[b]But the good thing about our hobby is that very often there are a number of "best solutions" that work equally well. [/b] Yup. I know what works for me, you know what works for you, and the OP will take all the advice from everyone and decide what works for him. If you've used filters and not had problems with them, good for you. And since I've not used filters and not had problems with dirty fuel, good for me. IF my fueling probe gets dropped, it gets well flushed and wiped off. I perform maintenance on my planes where it's necessary, da Rock. Since I don't use filters, I don't have to worry about them, now do I? [b]And they can be used or not, depending on what is encountered. [/b] And since I haven't had any problems, I choose to not use an unnecessary piece of equipment. Dr.1
Posted on: 3/24/2008 11:37 AM by Author "Dr1Driver" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: Fuel Tubing Problem
"FatOrangeKat", it isn't "common" but a lot of people recommend and use them. To those people: congratulations. I believe if your fuel is clean when it comes out of the supply jug it will be clean when it gets to the engine. A filter can clog, causing endless tuning problems, and the two filter connections are just two more places for leaks to occur. I use a sintered bronze filter in my supply jug and an inline filter in the supply line. I usually use a sintered bronze filter in the tank. I have never had a problem with dirty fuel, nor do I have many engine tuning problems. Dr.1
Posted on: 3/24/2008 7:29 AM by Author "Dr1Driver" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: Old Nylon Props
Personally, l wouldn't use them AT ALL. Even back when nylon props were fresh and were all we had (besides wood), they tended to fail if not treated EXACTLY right. Dr.1
Posted on: 3/24/2008 7:20 AM by Author "Dr1Driver" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: Prop Sizes
"opjose" is a little optimistic about the power of an LA. If that engine is on a trainer, I'd run a 10 x 4 or 11 x 4 on it. It's not a strong engine. Dr.1
Posted on: 3/24/2008 7:14 AM by Author "Dr1Driver" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: rookies, don't be smarty pants
Being challenged is one thing. Knowingly flying above your limits is another. The arrogance and inexperience of youth will get ya every time. And you're right, it IS funny, expecially after he was warned. Reminds me of a saying: "Never give advice. A wise man doesn't need it and a fool won't heed it." He's learned a hard lesson that will, hopefully, stick with him throughout his R/C career. Dr.1
Posted on: 3/24/2008 7:09 AM by Author "Dr1Driver" in the forum "RC Humor"
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RE: Fuel Tubing Problem
Use "medium" tubing and get rid of the filter. Filter your fuel in the supply can and in the tank. Inline filters are prone to leakage. Dr.1
Posted on: 3/23/2008 1:28 PM by Author "Dr1Driver" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: Is spackling compound same as hobby filler?
Unless its the "lite" spackling compound, it'll add a lot of weight to your plane. Other than that, it's the same stuff. If you think it'll show through light covering, you can tint it with food coloring. One drop of brown in the whole can will give you a nice light tan "balsa" color. Dr.1
Posted on: 3/20/2008 4:51 PM by Author "Dr1Driver" in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
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RE: Radio questions
Without getting into a lot of technical details: Some radios will not work with another manufacturer's crystals. It's best to stick with the same brand. Also, some radios will not work with other receivers. Make sure the RX is rated to work with the TX. AM will not work with FM. 27 will not work with 72, etc. Dual conversion/narrow band radios must use the same type of crystal. My advice - Buy a full radio set, complete with TX, RX, batteries, servos, crystals and switch harness. Don't get a slapped together eBay system unless you're SURE everything will work together. Dr.1
Posted on: 3/20/2008 4:39 PM by Author "Dr1Driver" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: Thoughts on a radio?
For my area, I'm not sold at all on the 2.4 tidal wave. It's just not worth the cost when I can get feaures I need on something costing 1/3 of what it does. Dr.1
Posted on: 3/20/2008 10:58 AM by Author "Dr1Driver" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: Thoughts on a radio?
[b]I ended up on the dark side with JR/Spektrum.[/b] You have been turned from the ways of the Jedi. [:D] Unfortunately, you gotta go with what's available. Radio choice is extremely individualistic. Only the person himself can decide what's the best radio for him. Personally, I don't like Airtronics or JR but other people love them. Fortunately, Futaba and Hitec make radios with the features I need. Dr.1
Posted on: 3/20/2008 9:53 AM by Author "Dr1Driver" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: Sanding before covering
"MinnFlyer" is right. Sand, fill, sand again. Back when I was covering planes with silk and dope, that was a must. Your covering will show up any imperfections underneath. Your final sanding should be with about 220 grit. Dr.1
Posted on: 3/20/2008 9:48 AM by Author "Dr1Driver" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: R/C Machine Guns
Use a Split-S with shallow dive to build up a lot of speed and make your strafing run at idle. Dr.1
Posted on: 3/20/2008 7:20 AM by Author "Dr1Driver" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: Thoughts on a radio?
Hitec. 'nuff said. Dr.1
Posted on: 3/20/2008 7:18 AM by Author "Dr1Driver" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: Tower Shipping!
If you wanted it for the weekend, you should have ordered it earlier. Or, Gawd forbid, supported your LHS by buying it from them. Dr.1
Posted on: 3/20/2008 7:17 AM by Author "Dr1Driver" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: Need advice to break in new engine
Break in your engine using the prop and fuel you'll be flying with. ABC/N engines like a little castor in the fuel, like Morgans Omega. Run it at a only SLIGHTLY rich two cycle setting. ABC/N engines need to get up to operating temperature to properly break in. When it will hold a constant idle for about 30 seconds, accelerate cleanly, and not sag when the nose is raised, it's ready to fly. Dr.1
Posted on: 3/20/2008 7:13 AM by Author "Dr1Driver" in the forum "Glow Engines"
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RE: full face helmets...? I don't get it.
[b]At 2000 Ft. AGL, he smashed the door open with his helmet and was able to exit the aircraft.[/b] That's using his head! Dr.1
Posted on: 3/19/2008 5:19 PM by Author "Dr1Driver" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: RC Model Stores in Clearwater
Do a "Google" for "hobby shops clearwater FL". That should do it. Dr.1
Posted on: 3/19/2008 12:50 PM by Author "Dr1Driver" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: Oil content for break-in
I'll agree 100% with "PipeMajor" and "missleman". Know what you're running. Although I've never found a need to use it, I'll also agree with using medicinal castor if you use any. It's pure and clean. Dr.1
Posted on: 3/18/2008 2:33 PM by Author "Dr1Driver" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: How to correct goof?
Allow the debonder to dry COMPLETELY. Apply more thin CA and let it wick into the joint. It should hold. Dr.1
Posted on: 3/18/2008 2:22 PM by Author "Dr1Driver" in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
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RE: front nose gear problem
Learn to flare better? [:D] Dr.1
Posted on: 3/18/2008 10:29 AM by Author "Dr1Driver" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: Oil content for break-in
Well "downunder", all I know is what's worked for me for over 15 years of flying ABC/N engines almost exclusively. It's also what a lot of recognized engine gurus say. Dr.1
Posted on: 3/18/2008 10:23 AM by Author "Dr1Driver" in the forum "Beginners"
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