RE: U-Can-Do 3d 46?
The gear I use, and I have the same problem, is the dubro Cat. No. 789 gear. I attach it with 1/4-20 nylon bolts and 1/4-20 T-nuts. I fly from a rough field and have seen too many gear blocks ripped out of the fuse of the 46 size and the 60 size. With this method, just the nylon screws get sheared off, with no damage to the fuse. Further back in this thread, I have some pictures of the gear. Also, I do not use the wheel pants. Have fun, you will love this plane. It is what I fly most, and I have 16 other models. I am an ex pattern flyer and I fly a lot of full throttle with my O.S. 91 4C, but I also cover the hinge lines. No flutter yet, but Barry gave you some good advice.
Posted on: 10/6/2011 2:23 AM by Author "Fred Dings II" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: U Can Do 3D
. I will probably wet myself if I ever get it done. I know I won't do it with the 50AX FRED
Posted on: 7/20/2011 9:22 PM by Author "Fred Dings II" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: U Can Do 3D
and you can fly all day on a half gallon of fuel. Regards, FRED
Posted on: 7/19/2011 6:10 PM by Author "Fred Dings II" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: U Can Do 3D
Submike RE: U-Can-Do 46 You will love this plane with a Saito 100. CG at 6 inches. I don't know about the prop. The gear sucks, I use Dubro plastic gear, and I don't bother with the wheel pants on a grass field. I also use a Sullivan tail wheel bracket. Nothing better. Enjoy. Regards, FRED
Posted on: 7/19/2011 10:21 AM by Author "Fred Dings II" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: U-Can-Do 3d 46?
Blackbird, I had trouble loading a file. Here is the Dubro gear I was referring to. fred
Posted on: 1/24/2011 5:35 PM by Author "Fred Dings II" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: U-Can-Do 3d 46?
Notice the Dubro gear which I use for floats and field.
Posted on: 1/21/2011 9:46 AM by Author "Fred Dings II" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: U-Can-Do 3d 46?
Hello, Mando Nothing wrong with cutting into the cockpit area, I would paint the inside of the canopy so the tank doesn't show. However, I am curious. I haven't put a tank on the C.G. since I competed in pattern. For the U-Can-Do 46 the tank is 9.13 oz and fits nicely against the firewall. Just following the directions on this ship results in a great fun plane. Regards, FRED
Posted on: 1/21/2011 9:22 AM by Author "Fred Dings II" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: U-Can-Do 3d 46?
Hello, Blackbird A mod I have made is the landing gear. I fly from a rough field and changed gear to the Dubro plastic gear. Also, I went to 1/4-20 nylon bolts instead of the 6-32 bolts supplied with the kit. I had to install 1/4-20 T-nuts also. This mod lets the bolts break and the gear come off without any damage to the fuselage. Another mod is bracing the stab with wire. I fly a lot of manuevers that stress the stab because I have an O.S. .91 pumped 4C engine and floats that weigh 2 lbs. I really enjoy the plane. I have 16 others but fly the U-Can-Do 46 mostly.
Posted on: 1/20/2011 11:05 PM by Author "Fred Dings II" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: U Can Do 3D
ATTENTION TOWER HOBBIES HAS THE U-CAN-DO 46 ON SALE FOR $134.97 AND SHIPPING IS FREE UNTIL JAN 31. I WAS SURPRISED AT THE PRICE AND NOW I AM CONCERNED THAT THEY WILL STOP SELLING THE PLANE. All good things... Regards, FRED
Posted on: 1/17/2011 9:35 AM by Author "Fred Dings II" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: U-Can-Do 3d 46?
ATTENTION TOWER HOBBIES HAS THE U-CAN-DO 46 ON SALE FOR $134.97 WITH FREE SHIPPING, UNTIL JAN 31. I have two set up for floats and thought I would buy one just because I am in love with the plane. I was surprised because of the price and now concerned that Tower is going to stop selling the plane. All good things... Regards, FRED
Posted on: 1/17/2011 9:28 AM by Author "Fred Dings II" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: U-Can-Do 3d 46?
Jason, have you tried or been able to do an inverted or upright climbing flat spin? Regards, FRED
Posted on: 1/16/2011 9:25 AM by Author "Fred Dings II" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: U Can Do 3D
up for field flying. I like floats better than skis for snow. Regards, FRED
Posted on: 1/15/2011 9:41 PM by Author "Fred Dings II" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: U Can Do 3D
Hi, Control I don't expect to try them, but if you do, give us all a report. I can do a nice KE now, but my priority, if you have been following these notes, is to do the elusive (for me) climbing inverted flat spin. Regards, FRED
Posted on: 1/14/2011 2:10 PM by Author "Fred Dings II" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: U Can Do 3D
BARRY Yes, I was talking about the U-Can-Do .46. Thank you for the informative and detailed message. Regards, FRED
Posted on: 1/12/2011 4:33 PM by Author "Fred Dings II" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: U Can Do 3D
Hello Roary m All I can really say is that "I" couldn't do a climbing inverted flat spin with my setup. Regards, FRED
Posted on: 1/11/2011 8:00 PM by Author "Fred Dings II" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: U Can Do 3D
BARRY I wrote previously, but with the two pictures included, I couldn't get it past my browser. I have an O.S. .91 4 cycle pumper and an APC 14-6 prop. I have tried the C.G. in several places. I have weighed the tail down so in an inverted flat spin the nose was pointed up at about a 20 degree angle and still wouldn't climb. I agree that I need more power for a climbing spin. If anyone reading this is interested in float flying with a .46, I used Goldberg "Super Floats" which adds 2 pounds to the flying weight which is why I used the .91 engine, and the C.G. is at 6 inches. The struts are Dubro plastic gear which is flexible and much better than rigid aluminum for flying where there is turbulance from waves and wake from jet skiis and boats. With the pontoons, the plane spins as flat as a saucer. Comes out of the spin immediately with neutral rudder. High rate on the ailerons is 45 degrees and 60 degrees on the elevator and rudder. There is nothing prettier than a smooth landing on calm water. Beautiful to watch. Exciting to execute.
Posted on: 1/7/2011 4:13 PM by Author "Fred Dings II" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: U Can Do 3D
U-Can-Do .46 on floats. Excellent performance.
Posted on: 1/7/2011 3:02 PM by Author "Fred Dings II" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: U Can Do 3D
BARRY Thanks for the information. I will continue to try.
Posted on: 1/7/2011 12:58 PM by Author "Fred Dings II" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: U Can Do 3D
Side force generators for a U-Can-Do? Nope, not on my list. I want to talk to the guy that says he can do a CLIMBING inverted flat spin with a U-Can-Do.
Posted on: 1/5/2011 8:39 PM by Author "Fred Dings II" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: U Can Do 3D
I fly the 46 do from a very rough field. I use 1/4-20 nylon screws and 1/4-20 T nuts so the gear breaks away instead of ripping out the gear block. I also use the Dubro plastic gear for my floats and field flying. Works for me, I have seen too many guys rip out the gear block.
Posted on: 11/27/2010 12:55 PM by Author "Fred Dings II" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: U Can Do 3D
Hey Barry ! Rising flat spin with a UCD 46? I heard a couple years ago,(maybe from one of your posts), that it can be done. I have done just about everything with my UCD except a rising flat spin. My favorite manuever is an inverted flat spin while on floats and it flat spins like a plate. Beautiful. I have as OS 91 pumped and normally fly with a 14-6 prop. The floats weigh almost exactly 2 pounds. If you want to share your method, I will be your disciple forever. I have been trying to do this but gave it up as futile (for me).
Posted on: 10/26/2010 10:08 PM by Author "Fred Dings II" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: Futaba R617FS 2.4GHz Receiver problem
KRYSTA Thanks for the reply. I want to thank the several people who sent me PM messages to remind me that perhaps a low battery caused a "fail safe lock". This was not the case either in the plane or on the bench, but thank you also for taking the time to respond. To answer the questions regarding my equipment, I use a couple of T9ZAP/WC2 transmitters left over from my pattern days and the TM-7 plug-in module which has been updated/replaced by the Futaba service dept.
Posted on: 11/26/2008 8:31 PM by Author "Fred Dings II" in the forum "Futaba Radios Direct support forum"
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RE: Futaba R617FS 2.4GHz Receiver problem
and hope they believe me. Regards, FRED
Posted on: 11/26/2008 3:47 AM by Author "Fred Dings II" in the forum "Futaba Radios Direct support forum"
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RE: Hover question.
FAST-J If you are at 4.8 v the 3305 is a choice. Regards, FRED
Posted on: 9/19/2008 10:58 PM by Author "Fred Dings II" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: Hover question.
the NiMh cells you can reduce the capacity drastically. Can you guess how I know? Regards, FRED
Posted on: 9/19/2008 10:29 PM by Author "Fred Dings II" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: AVOID THESE ARF's AT ALL COST!!!!!!!!!!!!
. Have a nice day. Regards, FRED
Posted on: 9/19/2008 12:18 PM by Author "Fred Dings II" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: AVOID THESE ARF's AT ALL COST!!!!!!!!!!!!
) C.G. 5-1/2 inches. I will try to upload a picture. Regards, FRED
Posted on: 9/19/2008 11:08 AM by Author "Fred Dings II" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: Fusion ARF
[b]regets ama[/b] Mike gave you some good advice. I would follow Mike's instructions and if still a problem, use a program mix of right rudder to elevator in 2 degree increments. If you don't have a radio that will do that, I can sell you a used Futaba 9ZAP with all the bells and whistles.
Posted on: 4/2/2008 6:06 PM by Author "Fred Dings II" in the forum "OMP - Ohio Model Products Support Forum"
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RE: Fusion ARF
AFSALMON Mike, your response to the posters in this forum has earned you, personally, some respect and for OMP/Copperhead Aviation some more friends. I'm glad you and Copperhead Av got together, I lost touch with Tim after he moved out of Harrisburg. Regards, FRED
Posted on: 2/6/2008 12:33 PM by Author "Fred Dings II" in the forum "OMP - Ohio Model Products Support Forum"
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RE: Fusion ARF
davopam[b][/b] I agree that the Marines have made a difference. The few the proud. Hoora!! Sorry... off topic.
Posted on: 2/4/2008 10:34 AM by Author "Fred Dings II" in the forum "OMP - Ohio Model Products Support Forum"
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