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RE: Topflite Giant P-47D
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZzPiCEolZ8s
Posted on: 5/23/2013 3:10 AM by Author "Lifer"
in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11519996
RE: The heat is coming!!
Get a couple of dehumidifier units. Will make a huge difference!
Posted on: 5/23/2013 3:04 AM by Author "Lifer"
in the forum "Off Topic Forum - Cars, Trucks, Buggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11519995
RE: Topflite Giant P-47D
I use 70 degrees of flap with some down elevator mixed in to prevent stalls. Works well. It needs a lot of power to fly with these settings, about 50 percent.
Posted on: 5/23/2013 3:01 AM by Author "Lifer"
in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11519994
RE: Topflite Giant P-47D
A friend's plane with a Spectrum went down from 2oo feet this weekend. He's a 3-D pilot so it wasn't pilot error. Another guy I know has to re-bind his Spectrum receiver every flight. He also had to send the transmitter in almost immediately after purchase because it wouldn't bind. I know a lot of people have had zero issues with their Spectrums, but the frequency of failures I have seen personally concerns me a lot.
Posted on: 5/22/2013 3:40 AM by Author "Lifer"
in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11518969
RE: NEW Top Flight P-40??? 1/5 scale
My air leak was caused by the airline getting pinched when the main gears was attached. There is little or no clearance for the tubing at the rear of the mains. I cured it by using a moto-tool and a ball-end mill fitting to open up a small hole so the tubing could make a gradual turn. Hope this helps.
Posted on: 5/17/2013 3:18 AM by Author "Lifer"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11513972
RE: 50CC REVOLVER!!
Plus 1 for dasintex.
Posted on: 9/18/2012 11:21 AM by Author "Lifer"
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11232562
RE: NEW Top Flight P-40??? 1/5 scale
My LHS priced one at $400 out the door. I placed the order.
Posted on: 9/17/2012 11:14 AM by Author "Lifer"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11231277
RE: Top Flite AT-6 Texan Gold Flight ARF
This is from a RCU post. The guy's name is Tom Treese. The item costs $36. "Send me an email to: tmtreese@msn.com. They are $36.00 including shipping and I can bill your PayPal account or you can send a money order." I have a set in a TF Mustang. Works as advertised, but close to a set of Robart mechanicals in price. Lifer.
Posted on: 9/15/2012 12:38 PM by Author "Lifer"
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11229446
RE: Aluminum hinges for warbird models...
What about the taboo on metal-to-metal contact regarding radio interference issues?
Posted on: 9/13/2012 3:06 AM by Author "Lifer"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11226977
RE: 3 blade prop for a RCG 20 cc gas engine?
MA has a 15x7x3 that turns my RCGF 20 at around 8k.
Posted on: 9/12/2012 3:34 AM by Author "Lifer"
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11225873
RE: Ignition Module failure
I did read them. That's why I pitched it.
Posted on: 9/11/2012 3:03 AM by Author "Lifer"
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11224733
RE: Ignition Module failure
The cap is okay so I think it was the coil. In any case, the old module has found a new home in the circular filing cabinet. Thanks to all!
Posted on: 9/10/2012 7:41 AM by Author "Lifer"
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11223653
RE: Ignition Module failure
Thanks to all that replied. As I said, the old unit was replaced and the new one works fine. I think that for most modelers the check for an ignition unit is limited to verifying a spark. Once that is evident, I don't know where else one could go. I spent a 3 trips to the field with no flying because of this issue and it seems that the old module was slowly dying. Very frustrating. Again, thanks to all.
Posted on: 9/10/2012 5:34 AM by Author "Lifer"
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11223532
RE: Ignition Module failure
Thanks for the replies, but I still have the same question: How can it produce a spark but not allow the engine to fire? I replaced the old unit with a new one and it fired right up. Again, does anyone know how the old one can spark, but not support the engine to run?
Posted on: 9/10/2012 2:57 AM by Author "Lifer"
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11223454
Ignition Module failure
I have a question for those familiar with ignition modules: I have been trying to get a small gas engine running but have had no luck. Checked for spark and one was there so I have been chasing carb issues as the likely culprit. After about 4 trips to the field with no success, I finally swapped out the module and it started on the first flip. So, my question is this; How can the module throw a spark but not allow the engine to start? During the process, I even tried an electric starter to check it with a fast spin rather than a hand-flip. No luck. Bye the way, the module has been used sucessfully for the first 3 hours of operation prior to this issue. What could occur internally that would allow for a spark but not allow it to run? For those who can offer an explanation, thank you in advance!
Posted on: 9/9/2012 1:33 PM by Author "Lifer"
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11222948
RE: DLE 55-RA
Daveopam, What method did you use to re-surface the block? Thanks in advance!
Posted on: 9/8/2012 10:39 AM by Author "Lifer"
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11221833
RE: 25% Texasrc edge 540
I think you are in the wrong forum.
Posted on: 9/6/2012 3:03 AM by Author "Lifer"
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11219236
RE: 15cc Gas RCGF engine information thread
Sounds like the same problems I had with my 20cc. Check for airleaks where the crankcase splits.
Posted on: 9/3/2012 12:25 PM by Author "Lifer"
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11215887
RE: P-40 Brotherhood (All P-40's Welcome)
My first P-40 was a Cox control-line plane about 1968, or so. Current P-40's are both Top Flite ARF's. The smaller one has the engine out and has been in the hands of a guy in Illinois for 4 months claiming it cannot be fixed. The bigger one remains a "Hangar Queen" til the weather cools down a bit around here. I don't mind a little roll couple from the rudder. I have lost ailerons on a plane or two and it's good to know I can still get it home. Sign me up, too! I think I can afford the membership dues!
Posted on: 9/2/2012 2:49 PM by Author "Lifer"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11214796
RE: New DLE 35
Plus 1 for a bit on the rich side (unless you're in a race!).
Posted on: 9/2/2012 11:39 AM by Author "Lifer"
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11214609
RE: DLE 55-RA
Mike, What is your opinion as to the effectiveness of the muffler?
Posted on: 9/2/2012 11:31 AM by Author "Lifer"
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11214597
RE: DLE 55-RA
Any hope of this thread returning to the new engine soon?
Posted on: 9/2/2012 7:04 AM by Author "Lifer"
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11214342
RE: GP Waco?
DLE 30 swings a 20x6 prop well, and gives realistic performance and looks good, too.
Posted on: 8/23/2012 3:03 AM by Author "Lifer"
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11203043
RE: Performance Aircraft Unlimited P-38 ARF 120
I want one.......
Posted on: 8/21/2012 8:10 AM by Author "Lifer"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11200845
RE: TF FW190 A3 ARF
Swastikas are much older than that. They were a symbol of good luck until the Nazi's used them as a symbol to bolster the spirit of the German people climbing out of a depression. Of course, now they carry a permanent stigma as a sign of deep evil.
Posted on: 8/21/2012 4:19 AM by Author "Lifer"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11200638
RE: New DLE 35
I haven't heard of this being a problem with the after-market inverted pitts-style mufflers.
Posted on: 8/20/2012 4:01 PM by Author "Lifer"
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11200091
RE: has anyone flown the new 50cc size black horse corsair
helinubee, Really, really cool engine! What oil percentage does it call for during break-in, and what when it is ready? Thanks!
Posted on: 8/20/2012 1:53 PM by Author "Lifer"
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11199952
RE: Spitfire Brotherhood (All Spitfires Welcome)
jet22b, J-Tec sells a "compact" pitts muffler for the DLE 20. Is that the one you have or the standard? You might avoid a lot of cowl-cutting by using the compact version. Your project looks great, in any case!
Posted on: 8/12/2012 10:03 AM by Author "Lifer"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11190436
RE: Mintor 22cc
For those who have run this engine, does it seem smoother/less vibration than the DLE 20? Thanks in advance.
Posted on: 8/9/2012 11:05 AM by Author "Lifer"
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11187113
RE: Redundant RX packs are they overkill?
David, The other side of the pro argument is simply monetary: A Smart-Fly battery backer and a second battery costs me about $50. Cheap insurance in my opinion.... Happy landings to all.
Posted on: 8/8/2012 4:56 PM by Author "Lifer"
in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11186153
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