RE: F3A Results - SPOILER
[quote]ORIGINAL: RByrd Now I'm going back to burning some gas! [/quote] You better be talking about flying that 124" pattern plane of yours getting ready for Clover Creek!
Posted on: 8/7/2012 8:41 PM by Author "Fixed Wing" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Post your Nats Photos here!
http://nsrca.us/index.php/nats2012
Posted on: 7/23/2012 4:30 PM by Author "Fixed Wing" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Post your Nats Photos here!
Thanks for posting all of this Matthew. Please keep posting anything and everything you can. BTW, looks like you're doing good in Advanced. Way to represent D6. Dean
Posted on: 7/23/2012 3:22 PM by Author "Fixed Wing" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: NATS and D6
+1
Posted on: 7/22/2012 8:25 PM by Author "Fixed Wing" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: NATS 2012 : Let the journey begin!
Chuck, I'm sorry to hear about your plane's disagreement with the EZ-Up. You sure did the repairs fast. Good luck with both maidens today.
Posted on: 7/15/2012 5:36 AM by Author "Fixed Wing" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: NATS 2012 : Let the journey begin!
[quote]ORIGINAL: RC_Pattern_Flyer Well, after a series of unfortunate events which are better told at NATS with a cold beer ;) Here is the backup. Maiden will be Sunday. Tomorrow is copying setup from Number One. Cant wait to see everyone there. Chuck Hochhalter [/quote] For those of us not going to the NATS what's the story? Another good looking Pentathlon. Good luck with the maiden!
Posted on: 7/13/2012 8:38 PM by Author "Fixed Wing" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Jetero Patern Contest 2012
Nice pics Ron! I forgot to mention that I really appreciated both Don and Andre taking the time and preparation for putting on the judging school. It was very informative for me and done with the right amount of discussion and detail. Good job guys!!!
Posted on: 6/5/2012 8:46 PM by Author "Fixed Wing" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Jetero Patern Contest 2012
Dick, Thank you for hosting a well run contest this past weekend. Also, please extend thanks to your club members for their support and for giving up their field for our use. You have an excellent facility and membership that shows lots of hospitality!!! Dean
Posted on: 6/4/2012 6:11 AM by Author "Fixed Wing" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Houston, TX Pattern Contest May 5th-6th
I will open up the field around 9:00AM on Friday for anyone who would like to come out early.
Posted on: 5/3/2012 7:37 PM by Author "Fixed Wing" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: District 6 Contest 2012
[quote]ORIGINAL: flyintexan Like there is a choice..... On the other hand, you could drive to each field between rounds leaving a plane all setup at each location.... [/quote] You're right. I guess the real pilots will be in Crosby.
Posted on: 1/18/2012 6:03 AM by Author "Fixed Wing" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: District 6 Contest 2012
Chuck, Just letting you know that the dates for the Jetero contest are also the same dates as the Crosby IMAC contest (about 10 miles away). I guess several pilots will have to make a choice where they'll be flying that weekend. Bummer...
Posted on: 1/17/2012 8:31 PM by Author "Fixed Wing" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Nat's Scores Day 1
Congrats RICK !!!
Posted on: 8/6/2011 1:25 PM by Author "Fixed Wing" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Nat's Scores Day 1
Here's the Master's Finalist Standings.
Posted on: 8/5/2011 7:11 PM by Author "Fixed Wing" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Nat's Scores Day 1
[quote]ORIGINAL: Ryan Smith Why are Masters scores being posted with placing in the round versus the normalized score? [/quote] Reference the 1st post of this thread for explanation.
Posted on: 8/5/2011 12:06 PM by Author "Fixed Wing" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Nat's Scores Day 1
Here' a Photo of the Master's score sheet after day 2.
Posted on: 8/5/2011 4:37 AM by Author "Fixed Wing" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: D6 at the 2011 NATS
Here a link to some posted scores: http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_10654122/tm.htm
Posted on: 8/3/2011 8:09 PM by Author "Fixed Wing" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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D6 at the 2011 NATS
Just wanted to give a Go Get'm and good luck shout out for D6 at the NATS. Some local guys I'm pulling for and hope fly their best are: INTERMEDIATE: Brian Strachan ADVANCED: Scott McHarg MASTERS: Rick Byrd Stephen Byrd Chuck Hochhalter Don Ramsey Glen Watson F3A: Ron Barr Andre Bouchard Earl Haury Bryan Hebert Brett Wickizer
Posted on: 8/3/2011 7:25 AM by Author "Fixed Wing" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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Safe Storage of Many LiPo's
Many of us now have lots of 10S packs plus a host of other LiPo's. To this point I've been storing them and carrying them around in standard Harbor Freight style charge boxes. These boxes are often in my truck, trailer, or on shelves in my garage. I assume many people are storing and transporting their LiPo's in a similar fashion. I've wondered in the back of my mind whether this is a smart thing to do from a safety perspective so here's my question. Are you doing anything special or do you use special containers when transporting or storing your LiPo's?
Posted on: 8/3/2011 4:56 AM by Author "Fixed Wing" in the forum "Electric Pattern Aircraft"
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RE: Lightning Build
Great looking plane. Love your scheme. Congrats on the maiden.
Posted on: 6/28/2011 12:32 PM by Author "Fixed Wing" in the forum "Electric Pattern Aircraft"
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RE: USA F3A Team Website is UP
Do the proceeds from any of these three ways to participate go directly to support the costs of Team USA or is this simply a way to contribute to AMA & NSRCA? I purchased a shirt off the NSRCA website thinking I was directly supporting Team USA. After the fact, I got suspicious of how the funds were being used and asked that question and received a response shown here: http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_10577621/tm.htm The answer appears to be saying that the proceeds will be used to fund the activities of hosting the World’s event rather than directly supporting the Team USA Members. Since making donations & contributions is a personal decision for people it should be very clear for people of how their contributions will be used so they can make an informed choice. Can you please clarify? Go Team USA!!!
Posted on: 6/28/2011 5:11 AM by Author "Fixed Wing" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: 2011 F3A Merchandise for sale by the NSRCA
Do the proceeds from these merchandise sales go directly to support the US Team? I did purchase a shirt thinking that was the case but after rereading the opening to this thread it doesn't mention direct support for the Team. Neither does the website where this merchandise is purchased mention how the proceeds will be used. Hmmm....did I get snookered???
Posted on: 6/27/2011 11:41 AM by Author "Fixed Wing" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Jetero Pattern Shootout - June 4/5
Thank you Ron and Jetero club for hosting this event. You have excellent facilities and the contest ran very smoothly. Dean
Posted on: 6/6/2011 5:30 PM by Author "Fixed Wing" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Jetero Pattern Shootout - June 4/5
Didn't you perform those same duties last time at the Space City contest?
Posted on: 5/13/2011 10:40 AM by Author "Fixed Wing" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Dean Connectors
[quote]ORIGINAL: Jeff-RCU Thanks FixedWing, I'll try that one. Did I mention I welded my needle nose to the connector? [/quote] LOL, I bet you saw the "sun" when that happened...
Posted on: 5/11/2011 4:29 AM by Author "Fixed Wing" in the forum "Electric Pattern Aircraft"
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RE: T-Can virgin requires info
In case you haven't seen it here's a link to a build thread with a discussion about a T-can installed on a Pentathlon Evolution (starts with post #54). The T-can wings are both removable and have the ability to adjust the incidence. This pic shows the plane with the T-can installed. http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_10002981/mpage_3/key_/tm.htm
Posted on: 5/10/2011 8:12 PM by Author "Fixed Wing" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Dean Connectors
Tin the 10G wire and let it cool. Use a dremel cutoff wheel to cut a slot in the center of the end of the tinned wire. Push Dean's tab into the cut slot. Should be a snug fit. Use solder iron to heat and bond. Cover with shrink wrap. Works like a charm.
Posted on: 5/10/2011 7:51 PM by Author "Fixed Wing" in the forum "Electric Pattern Aircraft"
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RE: 2011 Houston, TX Spring Pattern Classic 4/30-5/1
A great big thanks go to the Space City club for hosting an excellent contest. Great people, great facilities, and great food. Glen, good job on running a very smooth contest. Regarding the wind - WOW!
Posted on: 5/1/2011 4:45 PM by Author "Fixed Wing" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Pentathlon Evo - Electric
[quote]ORIGINAL: RC_Pattern_Flyer Off to MAIDEN wooo wooo.... reports tonight. Chuck [/quote] Well ????
Posted on: 4/28/2011 8:18 PM by Author "Fixed Wing" in the forum "Electric Pattern Aircraft"
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RE: Pentathlon Evo - Electric
Nice Chuck! Give us more details. What motor, etc.? Keep us posted on the maiden. Bringing it to Houston?
Posted on: 4/25/2011 12:43 AM by Author "Fixed Wing" in the forum "Electric Pattern Aircraft"
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RE: PPG Paint
[quote]ORIGINAL: pattratt Hey Chris What is the name of the store you use in Houston/ Dick [/quote] Hi Dick, You probably meant your question for me and not Chris. The shop I was referring to is Brault Auto Paint & Supply Store #2. They are actually in Tomball. Also, they will sell in quantities as small as 1/2 pint and not 4 ounces like I previously stated (I've gone back and edited that post). 1/2 pint is the quantity I last bought from them and I mistakenly thought that was 4 ounces when it really is 8 ounces. I've been getting PPG Concept DCC and have been real pleased with their color matching. As a matter of information the latest charge from them was $24.95 for 8 ounces of a metallic mixed color. Dean
Posted on: 2/17/2011 10:13 AM by Author "Fixed Wing" in the forum "Electric Pattern Aircraft"
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