RE: A tutorial on Selling on RCU
Hi Pete, Pretty good list. Hope you don't mind, but I reformatted it to be a little bit easier to read. :-) ...jim [ul][*] Never trash someones ad. [*] If you don't have some thing nice to say, say nothing. [*] Always post a picture of the item for sale. [*] Always give a full description of the item for sale. [ul][*] [*] Quantity [*] [*] Condition (don"t lie) [*] [*] Reason for selling. Example: "I've moved up." [/ul][*] When some one has something for sale, do a search: [ul][*] [*] Their profile [*] [*] Their rating [*] [*] Their recent posts [*] [*] Their location [*] [*] Their terms of sale [*] [*] Their shipping method [*] [*] What is the actual cost new [/ul][*] Don't make a low ball offer. A fair price is usually no lower than 50 % of the new price. [*] Make your offer using the shoppers control panel [*] If your offer is refused, make another offer [*] The seller has the right to pick which ever offer he desires. The first come first served rule has no place in sales. [*] When an offer is accepted, send a invoice. [*] If sending a money order, etc. to the seller, I always like to email the seller a pic of the MO. [*] When mailing the item sold, I always email the buyer a pic of the item, just before mailed. [*] When you receive the item: [ul][*] [*] Examine it, immediately. [*] [*] Notify the seller that you received the item. [/ul][*] And lastly, rate the seller/buyer [/ul]
Posted on: 11/20/2009 2:59 PM by Author "JimBrown" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9267858

My winter project.
Howdy all! Here's a preview of my winter project. So far, I've got the stabilators installed and functioning. All control surface servos and horns installed (but no linkage yet). Wing anti-rotation dowels installed. Hatches pinned and latched. And speed brake installed and operational. And, of course, a pic of what will be moving it. Later! ...jim
Posted on: 11/15/2009 3:28 PM by Author "JimBrown" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9255555

RE: Hamburg Jet Jamboree 2009, October 9, 10 & 11
Rick, Erik and the rest of the Farview Flyers gang, Big thanks from Ann and me for a wonderful time. I know I had a blast, particularly Friday night. We'll be back next year if I can get my crap together and make the switch to 2.4ghz. ;-) I really should get rid of the chrome fishing pole. Regards, ...jim
Posted on: 10/13/2009 6:53 PM by Author "JimBrown" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9170692

RE: The Ultimate crash and rebuilt thread
[quote]ORIGINAL: rcpete347 More work down on the now named FRANKENSTEIN BANDIT. Rcpete [/quote] That's a bit long. How about the "FrankenBandit". Heh. ...jim
Posted on: 10/13/2009 6:10 PM by Author "JimBrown" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9170585

New videos posted!
Finally found a bit of time and managed to edit the first few videos from this past season. Now available for your viewing pleasure: [I]Wingham Jets, June 2009[/I] [ul] [*]Peter Ayache, Falcon 7X [*]Sandro Novelli, Jetmart F-14 [*]Blair Howkins, Yellow twin EDF F-18 [/ul] [link=http://rcairgallery.com]Radio Control Aircraft Gallery[/link] Enjoy! ...jim
Posted on: 10/2/2009 11:22 AM by Author "JimBrown" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9141132

RE: Has this ever happened to anyone?
Hi Pete, Was good to see you this past weekend. An interesting thing happened to me during one of my landings with my Reaction. During the flight, a gentleman (who's name I'll not mention as it is not relevant) who is also flying a Reaction but having a devil of a time landing it, asked if I could verbalize what I was doing during my landing. I obliged and made one the best landings I've done on that plane in a while. Try saying out loud, even if it is just to your spotter, what you are doing during the entire landing sequence from dropping the gear to rollout on the runway. It may help you concentrate a bit more on the landing itself. ...jim
Posted on: 8/26/2009 6:11 PM by Author "JimBrown" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9047495

RE: Major Hawk pilot error!
Bindar Dundat. The grass grew back. :-) ...jim
Posted on: 8/25/2009 2:57 PM by Author "JimBrown" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9044042

RE: Minnesota Jet Rally 2009
Ha! You should see the stars at night. Not much light pollution around here. (Not much other pollution either...) Ok, I'll try not to rub it in too much. But, you know, you could be here too. If it wasn't for that that danged thing you call a business. ...jim
Posted on: 8/11/2009 9:50 PM by Author "JimBrown" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9009002

RE: Michigan Jets 2009
Chris, not sure what you did, but I can't view the video. YouTube says it's "private"... ...jim
Posted on: 8/11/2009 6:03 PM by Author "JimBrown" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9008412

RE: Minnesota Jet Rally 2009
Hi Dave, thanks for the invite, but we've just done our shopping and have BBQ stuff for the next couple of evenings. Will be checking with Mike to see if I can do some flying tomorrow and Wednesday, and from where. (I already have a pretty good idea where.) Spent today sightseeing in Winona and La Crosse. Ann found an antique store in La Crosse and, well, you know what that means. Heh. See you when you get here. Oh yeah, once again, the weather is just awesome. Later, ...jim
Posted on: 8/11/2009 5:47 PM by Author "JimBrown" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9008377

RE: Minnesota Jet Rally 2009
Hi Dave, We're here. Met Mike, he told us where to go. Nicely. Heh. We're off to see the sights tomorrow. When will you be around? Later, ...jim
Posted on: 8/10/2009 10:23 PM by Author "JimBrown" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9006380

RE: Liberty Bell Pics
Good ones guys. Don, the trailer still has the bearings it came with, and I have no idea how old they were when I got the trailer. And Mark, all the mud will be removed when I take the trailer in for annual service next spring. Ha. ...jim
Posted on: 8/10/2009 10:20 PM by Author "JimBrown" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9006368

RE: Michigan Jets 2009
Hi George and the rest of the Michigan Jets crew (and you too Burt!), Ann and I had a great time once again. The flying was fabulous Friday, the fraternizing crazy Saturday, and Sunday, well, lets just say it was wilting. :-) Had a bit of fun on our way to Gary, Indiana. About an hour out, on I-90, just as we passed some poor soul changing a tire on his travel trailer, one of ours blew out. Quite the bang. Fortunately, no damage (other than the shredded tire.) But man did we sweat changing it. 95, high humidity and bright sunshine is not very conducive to hard physical labour. Reminds me why I like my office job. :-) Again, thanks for great time, and looking forward to seeing you next year. ...jim
Posted on: 8/9/2009 9:41 PM by Author "JimBrown" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9003344

RE: Minnesota Jet Rally 2009
Hi Dave! We're on our way. At the moment, we're at a FlyingJ in Gary, Indiana for the night. Should be at the airport tomorrow afternoon. Going to get a bit of a late start tomorrow. Had a trailer tire blow out on I-90 about an hour out of Gary. Got real sweaty changing it (95, humid, and in the sun. Ugh.) Tomorrow morning I need to find a tire place and get a new one. Don't want to go to far without a spare! Just checked the weather forecast and man does it look gorgeous!! Low to mid 80's, and sunshine all week. Can't wait! ...jim
Posted on: 8/9/2009 9:30 PM by Author "JimBrown" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9003315

RE: Liberty Bell Pics
A little late chiming in (better late than never?) Mike, Cindy and all the rest of the crew, Ann and I had another great time at the Liberty Bell jet rally. Arriving early proved beneficial, as we did the tourist thing for a couple of days. Much thanks for your hospitality! (And yes, I've started in on the mound of chocolate goodies I got at Hershy's. :-) ) At the moment, we're at a FlyingJ in Gary Indiana, on our way to Rushford Minnesota, having just finished the Michigan Jet Rally. What a month. Five weekends, five jet rallies. Heh. Thank again, and see you soon! ...jim
Posted on: 8/9/2009 9:19 PM by Author "JimBrown" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9003276

RE: AD Scorpion quick build thread
I thought everyone knew. I've only been talking about getting one since I saw Peter's last year. Saw his again in May and told him to get me one. ;-) ...jim
Posted on: 8/4/2009 1:21 PM by Author "JimBrown" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8989355

RE: Michigan Jets 2009
Ann and I will be there Thursday mid-afternoon. And we'll be staying as long as we can Sunday afternoon. Since we're not going home right away, but instead heading over to Minnasota. ;-) ...jim
Posted on: 8/4/2009 1:17 PM by Author "JimBrown" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8989345

RE: AD Scorpion quick build thread
I have a Scorpion on the way that will be outfitted with a Behotec JB180. After talking to Peter (EICAS) who has flown the same combo for two years, he says that the stock pipe is just fine. Regards, ...jim
Posted on: 8/4/2009 11:01 AM by Author "JimBrown" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8989010

RE: Why can't I watch HD vids on my computer?
There should be button on YouTube to select the HD version. If that does not work, or you get an error message, you may need to upgrade your version of Flash. Go to adobe.com and get the latest version of the Flash Player. ...jim
Posted on: 8/4/2009 10:52 AM by Author "JimBrown" in the forum "Digital Video (DV) & Video Editing Software"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8988988

RE: Why are .MOV files so much larger than .AVI etc?
Another reason that point and shoot camera video (.MOV) files are larger is that the camera does not have the processing power to do very much compression in real time. ...jim
Posted on: 8/4/2009 10:48 AM by Author "JimBrown" in the forum "Digital Video (DV) & Video Editing Software"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8988978

RE: Hey...where's Jim Brown?
[quote]ORIGINAL: AndyAndrews How do you get away with such a large Avitar? Yours shows 120 x 145 pixels. 85 x 85 is max. [/quote] I'm "special"? Honestly, I have no idea. My best guess is that when I uploaded my avitar pic on one of the previous versions of the forum software back in '02, that was the size that was allowed. When the software or setting was changed, existing ones were allowed to stay. Which means I'd better not change it, or I won't be special anymore. Heh. ...jim
Posted on: 7/18/2009 11:38 AM by Author "JimBrown" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8943575

RE: Hey...where's Jim Brown?
Hey guys, no problem getting out of that swamp. Lucky for us we were parked in an unused plane spot. Nice and dry. :-) Mike, I knew there was something I forgot to talk to you about. Email on the way. ...jim
Posted on: 7/17/2009 12:49 PM by Author "JimBrown" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8941240

RE: flycamone2 alternatives
Thanks for the info. ...jim
Posted on: 6/14/2009 3:41 PM by Author "JimBrown" in the forum "Digital Video (DV) & Video Editing Software"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8851309

RE: *** Roll Call- 4th Annual New England Jet Rally***
It's in my calendar, so I have to be there. Heh. ...jim
Posted on: 6/12/2009 3:10 PM by Author "JimBrown" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8847117

RE: flycamone2 alternatives
Where is the lens located on the AeroCam? Thanks, ...jim
Posted on: 6/12/2009 2:48 PM by Author "JimBrown" in the forum "Digital Video (DV) & Video Editing Software"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8847073

RE: 2009 Liberty Bell Jet Rally - Updated info!
Hi Mike, You know Ann and I will be there, and you know we'll need a small spot for the camper. Will speak to you at Capitol Jets about arriving early... Can't wait! ...jim
Posted on: 6/9/2009 6:54 PM by Author "JimBrown" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8839350

RE: Behotec 180?
Based on two years of operating a Behotec J66HP, I've just ordered a Behotec JB180. The first year of operation with the J66HP was with propane start. Never a problem (unless I did something stupid.) Put 16 hours on the engine. After the first year I sent it in to Peter for a checkup and conversion to kero start. Checkup showed no problems and nothing needed to be replaced. Again, second year, never a problem (unless it was me.) Another 16 hours. Finally, after 36 hours and I forget how many starts, the o-ring finally started slipping. Sent it in to Peter this past winter for a full overhaul, including bearing replacement (even though there was no indication of any problem with the bearings. Preventative maintenance and all that.) Looking forward to another great year with the J66HP, and now with the JB180. Regards, ...jim
Posted on: 6/6/2009 4:38 PM by Author "JimBrown" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8830773

RE: wanted Phoenix by Aviation Design
Have you checked with Peter at [url=http://altecarerc.com]AltecareRC[/url]? ...jim
Posted on: 6/6/2009 4:08 PM by Author "JimBrown" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8830725

RE: Jets Over the Heartland 2009
[quote]ORIGINAL: ghost_rider The "Ghost" will be there. BTW, the hump on the east side of the field is gone. [/quote] Really? Did Timmy hump it into submission? ...jim
Posted on: 5/27/2009 6:04 PM by Author "JimBrown" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8803726

RE: Jets Over the Heartland 2009
Hey Tim! You know we'll be there. Monday afternoon. Put it on my calendar when I got home from last years bash! Gotta get there early so I can get my usual camping spot... See ya, ...jim
Posted on: 5/21/2009 5:40 PM by Author "JimBrown" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8788244