RE: Dreamworks Mobile Products - Officially Launched!
Looks awesome Todd! Best of luck- Sean
Posted on: 9/10/2012 3:51 PM by Author "Frank Ts Stuff" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Need engine advice for a big-un
You guys are a little crazy with your power requirements! I flew a Top Flite T-34 (16#'s) with an O.S. .91 with power to spare!!!! The guys who says 14-16 # planes need a 50cc engine, what?!?!? I am a scale flyer so maybe the 3D world is different when it come to power requirements but when it comes to flying normal (like make it fly like an AIRPLANE!) then a Saito 1.80 is PLENTY of power..... From Model Airplane News Top Gun 2007: First in Pro-Am Sport went to Sean Curry and his 1/5 scale, 80-inch-span Top Flite T-34 Mentor. It’s powered by an O.S. .91 2-stroke engine and has Robart retracts. (Photo by Palmer Johnson.)
Posted on: 8/1/2012 5:58 PM by Author "Frank Ts Stuff" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: What can I put on this?
If you are willing to make the jump to electirc, check out the Parkzone P-47 setup and duplicate it. All items woudl be from Horizon Hobby: Power 15 motor, 30amp ESC, 3s 2100 Lipo. Your plane should be in the same size class and they have done all of the setup homework! -Sean
Posted on: 7/2/2012 1:37 PM by Author "Frank Ts Stuff" in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
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RE: Help building first plane
You could use on of these (or similar) v-tail mixers on your "elevons". I think long ago they also use to sell a mechanical device to do the same thing, see pic below. http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXHHS3 -Sean
Posted on: 6/5/2012 8:14 AM by Author "Frank Ts Stuff" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: Top Gun 2012
Just posted the results at www.franktiano.com on the Top Gun page Thanks Sean
Posted on: 5/7/2012 10:08 PM by Author "Frank Ts Stuff" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Birthday wish to Colonel Thacker
Happy Birthday Colonel Bob! Keep Looking Up! Your friend and BBQ chef in Lakeland -Sean
Posted on: 2/21/2012 7:06 PM by Author "Frank Ts Stuff" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Prop on a car engine
[quote]ORIGINAL: 1QwkSport2.5r [quote]ORIGINAL: Frank Ts Stuff I think if you check with Fromeco, the TNC tach they offer will work for your testing. -Sean [/quote] I envy that tach. Someday, I will own one. Unfortunately, today isnt that day and tomorrow doesnt look good either.. [:D] They do have a nice tach though. [/quote] IT is an AWESOME Tach designed and built by a dear friend of mine who
Posted on: 2/14/2012 7:38 AM by Author "Frank Ts Stuff" in the forum "Glow Engines"
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RE: Mythbusters
I'm here to disprove a few busted myths (that's a double negative)! These are TRUEisms: 1. Planes with heavier wing loadings do fly better in the wind. Refer to Master Modeller Dave Platt's laws "big planes fly, small models flit" http://www.daveplattmodels.com/ 2. Given enough power, any airfoil will fly. My UMX Beast flys excellent and the wings are made from 1/16 (or so) flat foam! 3. A shorter left wing will turn left faster. Well, kinda sort of... Look at the MAcchi 200/202/205 Italian WWII fighter series. Designed on purpose with a shorter right wing to compensate for torque! 4. Turning downwind downwind is no different than turning upwind. Ask any dead pilot who got too slow in a downwind turn what they think of that statement... -Sean
Posted on: 2/14/2012 5:16 AM by Author "Frank Ts Stuff" in the forum "Aerodynamics"
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RE: Gray Beard needs our prayers
Sending positive energy from Florida! -Sean
Posted on: 2/13/2012 8:04 PM by Author "Frank Ts Stuff" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Prop on a car engine
I think if you check with Fromeco, the TNC tach they offer will work for your testing. -Sean
Posted on: 2/1/2012 8:14 PM by Author "Frank Ts Stuff" in the forum "Glow Engines"
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RE: In Need of Prayers From My Jet Buddies
Positive thoughts being sent from Florida... -Sean
Posted on: 1/27/2012 8:18 AM by Author "Frank Ts Stuff" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: I Dont Have IT
Don't get discouraged! It will take some time but if you can fly your simulator you WILL be able to fly a real model but as you learned from your experience it is quite different. Remember to throttle back when flying. Your trainer will fly surprising slow so take advantage of that. GOOD LUCK! -Sean PS - I learned to fly (before simulators( with a glider. Mine was a House of Balsa 2 x 4 but any simple 2 channel glider will work. Can't get much slower than that and you get lots of stick time on each flight!! Mine had a little cox .049 with an ounce of fuel to get it up to a few hundred feet but nowadays probably electric is the way to go... -Sean
Posted on: 1/19/2012 2:01 PM by Author "Frank Ts Stuff" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: New!!! UMX MiG 15 from E-flite
[quote]ORIGINAL: cessna172av <span class=''Apple-style-span'' style=''font-family: Verdana, Arial; font-size: 13px; -webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 1px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 1px; ''>its very fake and im not a TROLL just take a minute and look at the photo <img src=''http://images.rcuniverse.com/forum/image/s6.gif'' align=''middle'' border=''0'' alt='''' /> [/quote] Not sure what you are trying to say by stating this is fake?! Like Tooth Fairy fake? or like Pam Anderson's boobs fake? Because the latter are actually "real" like this plane ....;) OK, hers may be augmented but real nonetheless! I think this is an amazing feat and give a thumbs up to David and the gang for what looks like will be another awesome product! Keep 'em comin' guys!! -Sean
Posted on: 1/17/2012 5:32 PM by Author "Frank Ts Stuff" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Those pesky paypal fees
As both a buyer and a seller I am not a fan of the fees. With that said, when selling I do ask the buyer pays the fees if [b]THEY CHOOSE[/b] to pay with paypal. If you don't like the fees (like I don't like the fees) just send a check, money order or pay with ca$h! That's the beauty of commerce, Freedom of Choice! -Sean
Posted on: 1/16/2012 3:26 PM by Author "Frank Ts Stuff" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: To friends of William and Darla Jackson
Sorry to hear of your loss. I will keep your family in my thoughts.....
Posted on: 11/9/2011 6:39 PM by Author "Frank Ts Stuff" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Recomendation for a car for my 9yr old son
Go Tamiya! A Grasshopper is great and if you want to spend a few more bucks go for a Frog. These kits build EXACTLY like they did when they were released 30+ years ago which to me was a big part of the excitement when I was a kid (and again at 40yo now!). Nine is a little young (I think) to do all of the research to put the comonents together so maybe look for a package deal which should include: car kit, radio w/1 servo and an ESC (this is the only difference from the mechanical unit found in the original version), 2 batteries (2000mah Ni/CDNiMH), a fast charger, paint for car and that's about it. Good luck and enjoy! PS - I also remember the car being a little financial lesson for me as well as my dad made me save for my own radio while I built the car. I shoveled driveways in Upstate NY so adjust accordingly for sunny AZ!
Posted on: 10/18/2011 6:07 PM by Author "Frank Ts Stuff" in the forum "RC Car General Discussions"
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RE: ROAD TRIPS 2011
Hey Sam- Great Pics! Thanks for sharing. It was a pleasure meeting you at Monster Planes. Look forward to running into you at a future event. -Sean
Posted on: 10/18/2011 5:55 PM by Author "Frank Ts Stuff" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Darryl from Sierra Giant Scale retracts in Road accident
Accidents Suck! Wishing you and your wife a speedy recovery. -Sean Curry
Posted on: 10/17/2011 7:09 AM by Author "Frank Ts Stuff" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: What would a gas engine be compared to a glow
I've got a NIB Fuji 50cc for sale in the classifieds.....
Posted on: 9/15/2011 6:35 PM by Author "Frank Ts Stuff" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: 50cc-ish reasonable $ twin? ISO engine for 12' Tele
FYI...we have a 12' Telemaster ARF we use as a Candy Bomber at Florida Jets, Monster Planes and Top Gun. We initially had an SV 50cc twin (chinese engine formerly offered by TBM) and the plane was very lethargic whenever we actually got the engine to run. We now have a BME 110 twin in it and it brought the plane to life! I know we went overboard with our new power choice but my point is a 50cc twin is definitely marginal.
Posted on: 6/14/2011 5:16 PM by Author "Frank Ts Stuff" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: What Bird is this?
It appears to be a juvenile Cardinal based in the feathers on it's head and the size of it's eyes in relation to it's body. If you are close to it, look around, surely you will see it's parents and may even hear them giving you a hard time! We have several pairs in our yard here in Lakeland, FL. Watch the pesky squirrels, they like to steal these babies!
Posted on: 5/28/2011 6:26 PM by Author "Frank Ts Stuff" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: RC Pilot blamed for Collision w/ Aircraft
Just an FYI as I am not interested in getting too involved in this debate [:D] but... At Top Gun, FL Jets, Monster Planes and the Warbird event (future event slated for December 8-10) Frank Tiano holds at Lakeland Linder airport we are fully coordinated with the FAA on all flying activities. The events are held in a corner of the massive airport (10,000+ foot main runway which we are no where
Posted on: 5/28/2011 4:48 PM by Author "Frank Ts Stuff" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: Every plane has to crash someday? Can it last for years
I know of airplanes that are regularly flown and are over 25 years old. They range fronm delicate WWI fighters to turbine jets. I am not naming names as I do not want for them to be jinxed ;)
Posted on: 4/15/2011 7:15 PM by Author "Frank Ts Stuff" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: Sad Day For Us in Thailand
Mike- Sorry for the loss of your friend. I was fortunate to have met him at Top Gun. Some people, when they smile, smile from the heart and it shows. The world does not have enough of those people and now it has one less. May he rest in peace. -Sean
Posted on: 4/15/2011 6:40 AM by Author "Frank Ts Stuff" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Warbird Detail Photo Archive
Great idea for a thread! Good Luck. I will try to contribute when I can. Thanks! Sean
Posted on: 3/11/2011 6:23 AM by Author "Frank Ts Stuff" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Kress Jets
Bob Kress had more of an impact than just the model EDF world, he was an incredible engineer that I had the pleasure of knowing. How about being the engineering manager for the F-14?! http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bob_Kress
Posted on: 3/10/2011 7:33 PM by Author "Frank Ts Stuff" in the forum "Electric RC Jets"
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RE: Florida jets 2011 Photos.
Gary- Nice pictures. Obviously some above average skill by the operator! I have to ask, what kind of equipment were you using? Thanks- Sean
Posted on: 3/8/2011 5:17 PM by Author "Frank Ts Stuff" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: PLEASE COMMENT...
Having managed a hobby shop and having dealt with major distributors for 20+ years I can tell you that I agree with the Hobby shop owner that it was at his discretion. Once your money is in the drawer it may have been allocated to some other area of the shop and unavailable for a refund. Perhaps he ordered another an hour after you purchased yours and did not want to have 2 on the shelf. With that said, Horizon Hobby has excellent customer service and surely would have done the right thing to make you a satisfied customer. I understand your position and that you may have felt wronged so please do not be offended by my comments. I just wanted to add my .02 as the title of your thread requests. Thanks!
Posted on: 3/8/2011 4:45 PM by Author "Frank Ts Stuff" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: Florida jets 2011 Photos.
Bill Culberson and his awesome full scale L-29 Delphin peeling off and heading for home. He was able to do a missed approach followed by a nice fly by before bugging out Friday evening.
Posted on: 3/7/2011 5:11 PM by Author "Frank Ts Stuff" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Florida jets 2011 Photos.
Jeez Louise! Enough of having issues with Frank's personality already! This event takes place because of his hard work and like it or not, Frank is who Frank is and after 60+ years on earth I don't anticipate nor do I want for him to change! And take my word for it, Frank does not have any problems with any person regardless of color, gender, sexual orientation, whatever! Sure, he likes
Posted on: 3/7/2011 1:45 PM by Author "Frank Ts Stuff" in the forum "RC Jets"
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