RE: BVM T-33 Build
[quote]ORIGINAL: sideshow Sounds great Jack. My kit has the old plastic retracts which I'm going to replace with the new purple ones. I was going to put a solid carbon spar attached to the wing tube in. Looking forward to hearing about your method. [/quote] Agree on the landing gear. worth the splurge. Tell me about the carbon spar. Where are you putting it? One of the issues to solve is that the tube can come loose inside the wing. SO that is why I want to "sandwich" the tube with the 2 balsa/carbon stringers on top and bottom. that will create a more solid continuity between the wingtube and the wing. And i meant using 2oz cloth, not 1.5Oz (i dont even think that exists...)
Posted on: 5/15/2013 5:33 PM by Author "JackD" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: BVM T-33 Build
[quote]ORIGINAL: sideshow Has anyone bought the composite wings? I'm looking at either getting the new wings or modifying what I have. The last time I called BVM they didn't have a price. Any info on price or how they fit would be appreciated. [/quote] Hey Sideshow, I just got an old old kit. I will power it with a JC rabbit (100class turbine) I spoke with Pablo and Bob, and they both said I need to reinforce the wings. I will do so, I´m not planning on going composite. I plan to open a grove on top and below the main wing tube, and put a woodent spar. Most likely a balsa spar caped with a carbon fiber strip. (like in any built up wing from bvm) I want to make sure the spar is in contact with the wing tube and goes all the way up to the wing surface. I will extend this spar probably all the way 2rds of the wings. then I plan to cover the wings with 1.5oz fiberglass cloth instead of .75oz I havent started the build (finishing other project right now) but I soon as I start, we should compare notes Later jack
Posted on: 5/15/2013 8:10 AM by Author "JackD" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Thomahawk or CARF/Skygate L-39??
[quote]ORIGINAL: k_sonn [quote]ORIGINAL: JackD. Wow kirk... that thing is huge. Is there a point where A123's start to make sense over lipos? I mean, we dont use them in smaller planes due to size and weight, but would you consider them to power something this big? Just curious... PS: are you still building the F86, or did you give up on converting that to e power? [/quote] Hi Jack.  Good
Posted on: 9/12/2012 8:20 PM by Author "JackD" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Thomahawk or CARF/Skygate L-39??
[quote]ORIGINAL: k_sonn Thanks Dave.  How'd you guess I'll be building a big EDF <img alt='''' src=''http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/js/fckeditor/editor/images/smiley/msn/biggrin.gif'' />  I'll be using the new Schubeler DS-215 with 54 pounds of thrust.  In the photo below, the fan that's second from the left is the 29 pound thrust DS-94 that's in my Hunter.  The DS-215 makes it look small. Kirk [/quote] Wow kirk... that thing is huge. Is there a point where A123's start to make sense over lipos? I mean, we dont use them in smaller planes due to size and weight, but would you consider them to power something this big? Just curious... PS: are you still building the F86, or did you give up on converting that to e power?
Posted on: 9/11/2012 9:42 PM by Author "JackD" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: BVM F-100
[quote]ORIGINAL: jetpilot Heres your model Dantley. [/quote] So Scott, how come a die hard Hawk guy knows so much about F100's... and even has one on his avatar??? [:D][:D][:D][:D] Do you still have one? or they became too small for you? See you at BITW (you are coming, right?)
Posted on: 8/31/2012 12:35 PM by Author "JackD" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: BVM F-100
[quote]ORIGINAL: dubd [quote]ORIGINAL: rhklenke [quote]ORIGINAL: dubd My F-100 has been painted in silver. While not as stunning as Flite Metal, it'll make for a less delicate Sunday flyer. I hope it flies as well as everyone says. Maiden should be in a few weeks. [/quote] Actually, while doing some research on the one I built, I ran across a guy who worked on them in the AF when they were silver (not camo). He told me that the operational ones were actually painted with an aluminum paint and were more uniform-color and not as shiny as most models you see. The one below looks painted like that. Although not as flashy, your painted one is probably more scale - unless its a model of Cutshall's meticulously restored one... Bob [/quote] Bob, thanks for that info. The few full scale Huns I've seen at USAF museums were not very shiny. Here's my Hun. There is nothing shiny about the finish. [/quote] Every time i see a picture of your garage i feel so sorry for you. I think everyone on RCU should pitch in a help you buy some decent airplanes [:D][:D][:D][:D]
Posted on: 8/31/2012 9:47 AM by Author "JackD" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: BVM F-100
Roger Thanks for the compliments, but the credit goes to Mark Taylor... I'm just glad he decided to sell it [;)] Markings are all by Pro Mark regarding visibility, it all depends on the time of day. But in general: IT SUCKS!!!! it is really really hard to see. And once it is on the air, unless you are flying with the sun in your back, it is just a dark/grayish plane, it loses all details. I guess that is the camo doing what was intended to do... Luckily, the plane is big and the wingtanks definitely help. I have flown my dad's Metalkote one a lot, and it is much much easier to see On the other hand, there are 10 silver F100's for each camo around, so it makes it more unique. And the camo is also much easier to repair, touch up, just spray some similar color and you are done... Keep us posted on your choice
Posted on: 8/30/2012 8:35 PM by Author "JackD" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: BVM F-100
Here is a couple of pictures of mine...
Posted on: 8/30/2012 5:02 PM by Author "JackD" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: BVM F-100
[quote]ORIGINAL: dubd [quote]ORIGINAL: JackD [quote]ORIGINAL: dubd Jack, You should come over with your F-100 and fly it at Tomcats and then help me finalize mine. [:D] [/quote] We can do that... probably will bring the electra though. F100 is taking a break until BITW :) [/quote] Feel free to being Santiago and QuiQue. Courtney will love to watch them and I'm sure Cobe will be glad to see
Posted on: 8/30/2012 4:21 PM by Author "JackD" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: BVM F-100
[quote]ORIGINAL: dubd Jack, You should come over with your F-100 and fly it at Tomcats and then help me finalize mine. [:D] [/quote] We can do that... probably will bring the electra though. F100 is taking a break until BITW :)
Posted on: 8/30/2012 3:47 PM by Author "JackD" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: BVM F-100
[quote]ORIGINAL: sleepless.ch Many years ago i built with enormous effort and passion a extremely detailed aluminium polish finish BVM stretched HUN. The most scale-parts like navigations lights, fuel tank caps, cockpit parts, seat belt, rear view mirrors, ladder, operated canopy, drogue chute package and much more are built and molded by my self. The F-100 flew just dreamlike. Last week, i lost my F-100 because the radio failed. At this winter i will build a new, great deal better ''Cutter'' F-100 F 63948 (Dean Cutshall colorsheme). At my next Super Sabre, i try to plank the hot section with thin titanium sheet like Grer Wright. Here some pictures of my 1st North American F-100 F Super Sabre. Best regards, Rainer Willisch / Switzerland [/quote] Rainer, after seeing your f100 in the other thread, it makes me sick to hear you lost it... so sorry to hear that Hope you do one even better next time (don't know how to improve your masterpiece though) good luck Jack
Posted on: 8/30/2012 2:32 PM by Author "JackD" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Need Some Advice From the Experts
One more thing: fly with a buddy with a good eye, have him look at your flights and give you a good critical assessment. it is hard to find, most people just tell you "wow... awesome...". You need someone to push you, tell you what you did right and what you did wrong. It really helps
Posted on: 8/30/2012 8:54 AM by Author "JackD" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Need Some Advice From the Experts
[quote]ORIGINAL: KFX450 I want to really take my skills up a notch and beyond with my jets and I have been looking into pattern flying. I fly mostly sport jets and I dont ever really push them past my limits. I get very cautious with a 7-10K sport jet, Money, time to build are mostly the factors with this. I can do basic aerobatics with them, but no where I would like to be. Im not looking to do competitons with the pattern flying, just for my self, practicing routines and so on.. I guess my question is, should I spend the $$, go out and buy a pattern plane practice with that??? Is that going to help me on the jet side?? Because that is my ultimate goal, to get better at knife edges, slow rolls, point rolls etc..Or should I just take out the foamy habu and use that?? I know practice is going to make me better, Im just looking for that vehicle to do it with..One thats not thousands of dollars..I would appreciate any advice..Thanks.. [/quote] A pattern or an imac/3d planes are good ideas to get better. I would say go for it. Plus they are really fun Now, from what I've seen around, more than knowing how to do good rolls, knife edges etc, a skill that lacks a lot is flying in an organized way. You see a lot of people just going in circles in a random way, throwing random maneuvres when you least expect it. i rather see a very well organized pattern, where you know the plane is doing what the pilot intended, and not something random For example, a roll has to be in front of you, not before, definitely not after, and absolutely not on the opposite leg (farther leg) of the pattern. It looks improvised. The same with most maneuvres So, get your pattern plane to do the maneuvres better. but use every single flight of your jet to be more and more organized in the air. Make your flight look "pretty" even if you don't do any acrobatics. One more thing: give purpose to every flight, try to learn something every time.... dont waste flights going around doing nothing hope this helps Jack G
Posted on: 8/30/2012 8:47 AM by Author "JackD" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: P140 RX feedback please
[quote]ORIGINAL: rc4flying I only have 51 flights on mine and it has run flawless. I fly 10 minute flights not including startup, taxing and landings and I am burning half a tank of fuel. Plane carriers 7.5 litres of fuel. [/quote] WOW!!! which plane is that??? almost 2 gallons of fuel? that is a LOT of fuel...
Posted on: 8/29/2012 11:08 AM by Author "JackD" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Ultra flash or Bandit
Well, you have an electra.... a Bandit is the natural evolution [;)] Disclaimer: Ive never flown a Flash, so my comment is not a comparison... just in case
Posted on: 8/17/2012 2:55 PM by Author "JackD" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: WHY GO EDF IF YOU HAVE TURBINES?
[quote]ORIGINAL: -JC- Jack, I'm glad you are bringing a real jet :-) [/quote] JC, you won the prize for the first remark.... I'll keep a tally and see who wins. The winner gets a couple of puffed lipos and set of used electra tires [:D][:D][:D][:D] Looking forward to hanging out at the willow... will be soooo much fun
Posted on: 8/17/2012 2:47 PM by Author "JackD" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: WHY GO EDF IF YOU HAVE TURBINES?
[quote]ORIGINAL: AFTERBURNER1 [quote]ORIGINAL: JackD Wow this thread went from informative, to funny, to wrong, to ridiculous.... Matt, I guess that you will have to answer your question real life, forget about the forum. Glad to chat with you at BITW JC, Scott, Dougie... looking forward to see you at BITW, looking forward to hearing your remarks about EDF all weekend hahaha. I'm sure I wont
Posted on: 8/17/2012 12:38 PM by Author "JackD" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: WHY GO EDF IF YOU HAVE TURBINES?
Wow this thread went from informative, to funny, to wrong, to ridiculous.... Matt, I guess that you will have to answer your question real life, forget about the forum. Glad to chat with you at BITW JC, Scott, Dougie... looking forward to see you at BITW, looking forward to hearing your remarks about EDF all weekend hahaha. I'm sure I wont hear the end of it. i guess a twin turbine rafale that has been "borrowed" from my dad will have to do the talking [:D][:D][:D][:D][:D] (of course, F100 and Mig will also be there)
Posted on: 8/17/2012 12:18 PM by Author "JackD" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Skymaster 1:6 A10 Build
OK... I give up. We might see that A10 fly sometimes during 2013 then haha Seriously now, Saturday next week sounds good. Let's aim for that. 1 A10 and 2 F100's ... awesome Later Jack
Posted on: 8/16/2012 12:14 PM by Author "JackD" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Skymaster 1:6 A10 Build
[quote]ORIGINAL: gonzalom Almost there and probably next weekend would be the maiden as is my B-day too! hopefully I have some extra luck with the B-day! The ex president pilot could not work any better! perfect fit! the canopy sync with locks to perfection! I am just trying to find out what would be the best way to get those antennas fix in case something happens they can be easily pop out. Gonzalo [/quote] This Sunday.... 3 days from today... Not next week, this Sunday the 19th.... stop playing with it. I'll even go to your house to charge batteries and load the plane Saturday night Year and a half for an ARF is enough hahah (well, year and 4 months.... there are witnesses here in RCU) AND... at least 3 flights. Also, there is a gallon of fuel in for each engine, so flights need to be longer than 3 minutes. Am I been enough of a pain in the a$$ ?? hahahaha
Posted on: 8/16/2012 10:24 AM by Author "JackD" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: WHY GO EDF IF YOU HAVE TURBINES?
[quote]ORIGINAL: Desertlakesflying I voted something different. Most people don't understand basic economics which keeps prices artificially high. Example: Immediately tearing down anyone new who comes along instead of first making an actual effort to help them build up, thus killing competition and keeping the few with less competition which in turn creates artificially high prices. Another Example: If I have a widget that people want need or desire, and I am the only one that has it, there is no reason to compete. It's amazing many who own turbines do with the prices where they are, since that basic understanding seems to be nonexistent in many of them. [/quote] ?????
Posted on: 8/15/2012 3:46 PM by Author "JackD" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: WHY GO EDF IF YOU HAVE TURBINES?
From BV´s website: "Notice about Electra X The Electra X model shown at Florida Jets 2012 Event Coverage is a prototype only. There is a significant delay in production versions. It may be available in 2013." I guess that is all we know.... Matt, you've been at this for a long time. If you want to go electric, do it the right way and do a 120mm 12s/10s set up like the electra. You will get bored with the small stuff very quickly. Having said that, there is a point of diminishing returns, where complexity and cost makes it not fun (for me, since I'm also doing turbines). To me, that point is at the Electra/F86, but that is a very personal choice
Posted on: 8/15/2012 12:24 PM by Author "JackD" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: WHY GO EDF IF YOU HAVE TURBINES?
[quote]ORIGINAL: mr_matt <p class=''MsoNormal'' style=''MARGIN: 0in 0in 10pt''><span style=''LINE-HEIGHT: 115%; FONT-FAMILY: ''Verdana'',''sans-serif''; BACKGROUND: white; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 9pt''>Well I hope that the politics don’t get too thick but I knew they were unavoidable. For EDF guys I would say don’t let the ribbing get under your skin. I am pleased that all of the options got a vote. I took time to think about my motivation and put the options into words. <p class=''MsoNormal'' style=''MARGIN: 0in 0in 10pt''><span style=''LINE-HEIGHT: 115%; FONT-FAMILY: ''Verdana'',''sans-serif''; BACKGROUND: white; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 9pt''>I tried hard to word this question to a particular group, namely guys that fly turbines that are now also flying large EDF. Notice I did not say “switching� to EDF, but investing a large amount of money in a new direction……..like I said earlier that BVM MIG is over $10K and everyone I know that flies large EDF has $1000 of chargers, power supplies and generators. <p class=''MsoNormal'' style=''MARGIN: 0in 0in 10pt''><span style=''LINE-HEIGHT: 115%; FONT-FAMILY: ''Verdana'',''sans-serif''; BACKGROUND: white; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 9pt''>I think the reasons you try large EDF and the reasons you stay with it might be different. From small electrics I have, the advantage (to me) is they are easy to transport, quick to set up and get flying, and need minimal support equipment. In large EDF, it seems some of these advantages remain (the easy of setup and quick flying) and they are clean. But the killer seems to be that generator/power supply you need. I have seen fields with AC power that could not handle the load of the 2 EDF guys charging! So if you don’t want the generator, you have to bring at least 2 batteries and have something else to fly or else these are very short outings. It takes a lot of gear to convert gasoline into LiPo chemical energy!! <p class=''MsoNormal'' style=''MARGIN: 0in 0in 10pt''><span style=''LINE-HEIGHT: 115%; FONT-FAMILY: ''Verdana'',''sans-serif''; BACKGROUND: white; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 9pt''>The other reason I like large EDF is less chance of a fire, but 2 large, very mature clubs in SoCal have either lost their fields or are in grave danger of losing their fields due to LiPo fires (large prop planes in both cases, with high voltage packs). <p class=''MsoNormal'' style=''MARGIN: 0in 0in 10pt''><span style=''LINE-HEIGHT: 115%; FONT-FAMILY: ''Verdana'',''sans-serif''; BACKGROUND: white; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 9pt''>Another big factor for me is there are more SoCal fields you can fly electric at, but so far my home field is still fairly turbine friendly. <p class=''MsoNormal'' style=''MARGIN: 0in 0in 10pt''><span style=''LINE-HEIGHT: 115%; FONT-FAMILY: ''Verdana'',''sans-serif''; BACKGROUND: white; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 9pt''>So in my mind, the question for me is this…..will the immediate large EDF benefits (more places to fly and reduced fire danger) get me over the ($$$) hump, and then will the downstream benefits (easy of set up, more relaxed flying, new group of lower key guys to hang with) pay off. <p class=''MsoNormal'' style=''MARGIN: 0in 0in 10pt''><span style=''LINE-HEIGHT: 115%; FONT-FAMILY: ''Verdana'',''sans-serif''; BACKGROUND: white; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 9pt''>Oh and of course I would get to fly at the Fresno Rally <span style=''LINE-HEIGHT: 115%; FONT-FAMILY: Wingdings; BACKGROUND: white; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 9pt; mso-ascii-font-family: Verdana; mso-hansi-font-family: Verdana; mso-char-type: symbol; mso-symbol-font-family: Wingdings''><span style=''mso-char-type: symbol; mso-symbol-font-family: Wingdings''>J<span style=''LINE-HEIGHT: 115%; FONT-FAMILY: ''Verdana'',''sans-serif''; BACKGROUND: white; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 9pt''> [/quote] Matt, at BITW, come and fly my Electra and choose for yourself. I´m sure you´ll love it. And as I said before, not much drama charging a 12s system. even if you have to bring a generator, it is not a big deal. really.
Posted on: 8/15/2012 12:01 PM by Author "JackD" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: WHY GO EDF IF YOU HAVE TURBINES?
[quote]ORIGINAL: dubd [quote]ORIGINAL: JackD [quote]ORIGINAL: dubd Raf, I thought you had a TJ-80 in that F-86, no? 5s power? [:)] Eddie, I can see how you've found a balance between EDFs and turbines. I am passively looking for a 120mm and up EDF model fly near my house. Can you guys name some ARFs that make for great turbine to EDF conversions? [/quote] If you want an EDF for tomcats
Posted on: 8/14/2012 6:32 PM by Author "JackD" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: WHY GO EDF IF YOU HAVE TURBINES?
[quote]ORIGINAL: dubd Raf, I thought you had a TJ-80 in that F-86, no? 5s power? [:)] Eddie, I can see how you've found a balance between EDFs and turbines. I am passively looking for a 120mm and up EDF model fly near my house. Can you guys name some ARFs that make for great turbine to EDF conversions? [/quote] If you want an EDF for tomcats, there are just 2 options for you: electra or ebandit... look no further
Posted on: 8/14/2012 4:47 PM by Author "JackD" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: WHY GO EDF IF YOU HAVE TURBINES?
[quote]ORIGINAL: k_sonn [quote]ORIGINAL: JackD To charge a 12s set for the electra, you need a powerlab 8, and a 1000amp power source (like the max amps). you paralell charge the 3 packs and it takes 25 minutes at 2 C´s to fully charge and balance. If you don´t wait for it to finish the balancing, it takes 18 to 20 minutes. It is very fast and simple [/quote] Jack, I think you ment a 1000w
Posted on: 8/14/2012 11:09 AM by Author "JackD" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: WHY GO EDF IF YOU HAVE TURBINES?
One barrier to EDF that I keep hearing is charging times and complexity. I understand this might have been a really complex issue back a few years ago. You needed to wait for batts to coold down, only 1C charge, multiple chargers etc But today, with batteries that can be fast charged at 2, 3 or more C´s, and high power chargers, this is not the case anymore. To charge a 12s set for the electra, you need a powerlab 8, and a 1000watt power source (like the max amps). you paralell charge the 3 packs and it takes 25 minutes at 2 C´s to fully charge and balance. If you don´t wait for it to finish the balancing, it takes 18 to 20 minutes. It is very fast and simple Of course, if there is no power at the field, you need to bring a generator, which is a lot less painful than you might guess. And believe me, once the generator is at the field, you realize that you always needed it :) So, don't let charging scare you away from electrics... it was true years ago. Nowadays is super simple
Posted on: 8/14/2012 10:49 AM by Author "JackD" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: WHY GO EDF IF YOU HAVE TURBINES?
[quote]ORIGINAL: dubd [quote]ORIGINAL: JackD PS: The BVM F100 still kicks any EDF A$$ [:D][:D][:D] [/quote] Speaking of BVM Huns... mine arrived this weekend! [:D][:D][:D] [/quote] Dantley, that picture makes me feel so bad for you. I wish you could get some decent planes hahaha Seriously now, congrats on the F100. lets fly that baby soon. I'll email you later today to see when we can meet
Posted on: 8/13/2012 9:53 PM by Author "JackD" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: WHY GO EDF IF YOU HAVE TURBINES?
[quote]ORIGINAL: DavidR I'll ditto Gerardo's comments and 8 have been flying Turbines for a long time as well. I have been flying my Electra for five years now and have a ton of flights on it. Sure I still fly my turbines but, the EDF stuff is just simple, and fun. I'm rolling out a new BVM F86 electric in the next week. Did I mention they are fun! DR [/quote] You will really like the F86. Very precise, and super easy to land. Put a gyro on the nose wheel, the narrow gear is not very forgiving. What scheme did you get? or are you doing your own paintjob?
Posted on: 8/13/2012 9:25 PM by Author "JackD" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: WHY GO EDF IF YOU HAVE TURBINES?
Hey Matt, My response is not within the options. I love high power electrics (like my electra) because they fly great!!! they are light, instant acceleration, very clean, high energy retention. They fly different, not necessarily better, but definitely add different dimensions to the flight. For example, you can come screaming down from a reverse cuban 8, chop the power, do a couple power off rolls, throw in a snap, get back on the power with zero lag, and go climbing vertically again... I love doing a really high speed pass, chopping the power, do a show center 360 with the power off, and again, hit full power and climb back Lately, I will go to the field with my electra and my mig (turbine). Next thing I know, I've flown the electra 8 times and the Mig is still in the truck. Granted, I've been flying turbines for a looooong time, and electrics for the past year or so, so the feeling of trying something new is there From your list, I would choose the fact that they are super simple, reliable and very easy to operate. Especially if you have power in your field. It is not like people think, just a charger, a power supply and that's it. 20-25 minutes turn around between flights. Have 2 sets of batteries, and you fly virtually non stop. Sooo.. can you tell I'm addicted to the electric stuff? PS: The BVM F100 still kicks any EDF A$$ [:D][:D][:D]
Posted on: 8/13/2012 8:50 PM by Author "JackD" in the forum "RC Jets"
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