RE: Heat gun doing more harm than good. Need help/suggestions.
I agree with the above comments. Stick with the iron.
Posted on: 9/8/2009 4:52 PM by Author "Masonhornet" in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9079353

RE: Down but not out...
Congrats on a successful rebuild..! Many would have ended up in the trash.
Posted on: 9/5/2009 11:51 PM by Author "Masonhornet" in the forum "Beginners"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9072866

RE: Another great LHS is closing/UPDATE
[quote]ORIGINAL: propjet One store closes another one opens. Life goes on [/quote] Or Tower just gets bigger...
Posted on: 8/21/2009 4:02 PM by Author "Masonhornet" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9034047

RE: Is this normal
[quote]ORIGINAL: outdoorhunting Yea, be a wous, & let the jerk run you out of the park ( it's yours as much as it is his)!!!Is a coward ''the better man?'' Bullies, bully because they can. If you stand up to them,they normally will back down..If you don't, get used to being pushed around your whole life. What goes around-comes around !!! [/quote] It sounds to me like this guy was behaving in an erratic manner... be careful. In the movies, the bullies always back down, but in real life you could spend the next eight weeks eating your dinner through a straw.
Posted on: 8/21/2009 12:51 AM by Author "Masonhornet" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9032741

RE: Is this normal
Boy ,that clears things up...
Posted on: 8/12/2009 1:08 AM by Author "Masonhornet" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9009561

RE: Is this normal
[quote]ORIGINAL: psb667 Every where i fly someone heckles. At the park I now call my own someone who was bigger than me tried to play highschool on me.(intimidate to impress )and I wonder if this is a target hobby. or a better way to put it is does this hobby threaten a weak ego? If so do hobby guys brawl or do they stand there ground. [/quote] So what exactly does the heckler say to you..?
Posted on: 8/12/2009 12:41 AM by Author "Masonhornet" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9009493

RE: Is this normal
[quote]ORIGINAL: psb667 The weirdest things keep happening to me at the park across the street from my house. A big guy(and im 6ft) hekled me while i was flying when I told him to mind his own business he came over while I was flying and tried to bully me. this isnt a normal occurence plus the guy had to have been at least 30. Please tell me this isnt normal for park flyers. [/quote] Did it seem like there was something wrong with him..? Maybe a mental health issue..?
Posted on: 8/11/2009 7:47 PM by Author "Masonhornet" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9008682

RE: From Beginner to EXPERT?
The guy who considers himself an expert usually has the biggest mouth as well. They're pretty easy to spot.
Posted on: 6/12/2009 11:37 PM by Author "Masonhornet" in the forum "Beginners"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8848113

RE: Question - Why do we promote clubs?
Without help, which usually comes from a club, a new modelers chance of failure is very high. Which also means thay will probably walk away from the hobby never to return.
Posted on: 5/31/2009 11:43 AM by Author "Masonhornet" in the forum "Beginners"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8813562

RE: That ONE guy in the Flying Club
[quote]ORIGINAL: lnewqban Dealing with people is non-optional, and always challenging. Whenever I meet people that need to feel important, I just make them feel important and harmony just follows. [/quote] Over the years I've discovered this is the simplest method as well.
Posted on: 5/27/2009 5:23 PM by Author "Masonhornet" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8803623

RE: RE:
I love it... Nice job. Did you take any photos during the build..?
Posted on: 5/27/2009 3:55 AM by Author "Masonhornet" in the forum "Kit Building"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8801950

RE: Nostalgic Trainer
Wow, nice work..! I like the wheel location.. are you planning to install outriggers or just leave it as-is..? .
Posted on: 5/15/2009 3:47 AM by Author "Masonhornet" in the forum "Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8770466

RE: What you like the least in this hobby?
At 38 years old, always being the youngest guy at the field. .
Posted on: 5/14/2009 12:53 PM by Author "Masonhornet" in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8768490

RE: Nostalgic Trainer
I'd love to see it as well..[8D] .
Posted on: 5/13/2009 3:40 PM by Author "Masonhornet" in the forum "Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8766073

RE: HOW IS THE NEW RCU SEARCH FUNCTION WORKING FOR YOU????
I guess we all use search functions a bit differently, but I like being able to narrow the search after I hit the "search" button rather than before. Just seems more efficient to me. .
Posted on: 5/5/2009 11:29 AM by Author "Masonhornet" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8742482

RE: Search Feature?
I was wary at first, but the new search gave me exactly what I was looking for. I like it...! .
Posted on: 5/3/2009 9:09 PM by Author "Masonhornet" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8737845

Forum search...
Is it just me or has the forum search function changed..? .
Posted on: 5/1/2009 12:22 PM by Author "Masonhornet" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8731791

RE: UNCLE WILLIE PLANS
[quote]ORIGINAL: FlyerInOKC Uncle Willy is a thief and you're nothing but an accessory to the crime. [/quote] Jeez guys, take it easy... He probably didn't know. .
Posted on: 4/4/2009 5:20 PM by Author "Masonhornet" in the forum "Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8648489

RE: OUTLAW no more...
[quote]ORIGINAL: flyinrog Between the club dues and the ama its about $11/month....problem is, its all due at the end of the year, when its also xmas, and taxes are due and work is slow so, its just another problem and people tend to complain,,,a few years back , I hated the mag and made the same complaint, charge me $20 and keep the mag, but actually the more I read it,, the more I find interesting about it...lots going on in the industry of modeling,,1 gram planes, new helicopters, ducted fan electric jets....and more coming all the time...I have 1 or 2 1/2A (.049) pylon races/flyins a year, just got my first electric heli...Rog [/quote] Funny, I felt the same way about the magazine. I thought it was stuffy and boring, now I read it cover to cover, then look forward to the next issue. There's a lot of neat history in there as well...
Posted on: 2/10/2009 11:42 AM by Author "Masonhornet" in the forum "Beginners"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8461076

RE: OUTLAW no more...
The effort to protect the rights of RC enthusiasts is an often overlooked but vitally important function of the AMA. I hear the phrase "the AMA has done nothing for me lately..." I believe that is a misguided attitude. I'm sure if an agency like the TSA sought to put restrictions on our hobby due to some percieved "threat," the AMA would be involved very quickly. Also if someone decides they would prefer not to be a member, that's their personal choice and I'm sure they have their reasons. We need to respect that...
Posted on: 2/9/2009 6:51 PM by Author "Masonhornet" in the forum "Beginners"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8458235

RE: OUTLAW no more...
[quote]ORIGINAL: Campgems [quote]ORIGINAL: carrellh [quote]ORIGINAL: flaminheli So in order for the AMA insurance to cover something you do not have to be flying at an AMA sanctioned field. [/quote] Correct. You only have to abide by the safety code. It loosely describes a safe flying area but it does not say you have to fly at a specific location. [/quote] I think you need to look at the AMA insurance again. I think you are wrong about it covering you anywhere. Otherwise they wouldn't have instagated the Park Flyer membership, a big mistake in my view. I believe the basic AMA membership only applies to flying at Chartered fields. Am I wrong?? I know that at our field that the AMA insurance/membership is mandatory. If we allow non AMA memberst, full membership, not Park Flyers membership, to fly, we are violating or agreement with our landlord. Don [/quote] But does that pertain to the clubs agreement with the landlord or between the club and the AMA..? I'm thinking the owner of the property would require the club to carry insurance before anyone was allowed to fly there. In that case would the AMA insurance suffice..? I don't know the answer. I don't know what the AMA insurance policy actually states in regards to where you can fly. BUT, it does state that no one shall operate a model aircraft in a careless or reckless manner, which may allow the insurance company to weasel out of any payment if you're not flying at a chartered club field or event... Just food for thought.
Posted on: 2/9/2009 12:25 AM by Author "Masonhornet" in the forum "Beginners"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8455456

RE: breaking the sound barrier
I think you'd lose sight of it pretty quick...[8D]
Posted on: 2/9/2009 12:06 AM by Author "Masonhornet" in the forum "Beginners"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8455389

RE: OUTLAW no more...
[quote]ORIGINAL: flaminheli [quote]ORIGINAL: LSF2298 The AMA doesn't tell you where to fly! [/quote] So in order for the AMA insurance to cover something you do not have to be flying at an AMA sanctioned field. [/quote] I "think" you'll still be covered... The safety code only refers to a "flying site" which is not really defined in the document. But really guys, an AMA membership is cheap. Five dollars a month to help protect you and your fellow hobbyists is a really good deal.
Posted on: 2/8/2009 11:47 PM by Author "Masonhornet" in the forum "Beginners"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8455334

RE: OUTLAW no more...
I personally find the AMA dues fairly reasonable. I get insurance and my club gets guidance from a national organization with a fairly large membership. If we're all on the same page when it comes issues of safety, noise, etc... , the better off we'll be in the long run.
Posted on: 2/8/2009 10:51 PM by Author "Masonhornet" in the forum "Beginners"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8454933

RE: MERRY R/C XMAS!!! What did you get?
A new benchtop sander for my shop, and lots of small cuts on my hands from over packaged kids-toys...[:@] .
Posted on: 12/26/2008 12:56 PM by Author "Masonhornet" in the forum "Beginners"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8284172

RE: Four Star 40 extremely nose heavy
I had to add some lead to the tail of mine (kit built)... I hated doing it but it flew great just the same... [8D] .
Posted on: 9/27/2008 7:35 PM by Author "Masonhornet" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7996722

RE: Advice on Repair of Sig LT40
[quote]ORIGINAL: hungryandbroke I'd turn it into a tail dragger! [/quote] Me too..!
Posted on: 9/3/2008 7:26 AM by Author "Masonhornet" in the forum "Beginners"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7915097

RE: why are kits so damn expensive?
At this point I'm just happy there are still kits out there being produced, but I'm afraid that won't be the case in the future. I can see kit building as a more "specialized" area of the R/C hobby. I have a suspicion that the "short kit" from the small kit cutting companies are going to pick up the slack for us kit builders in the future, and although I haven't purchased from one yet, I have heard the quality is very good. I don't really see kit building going away, but it will change. I remember when I got back into the hobby I was floored when I couldn't find a kit availabe for an Ugly Stick... [X(]
Posted on: 8/7/2008 11:41 AM by Author "Masonhornet" in the forum "Kit Building"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7819580

RE: What do you want to see at a LHS?
It drives me nuts when all the basic R/C hardware is behind the counter. You have to ask for help from the staff (Who, like previously mentioned, are all crowded around some kids buggy...), explain what it is you need (What it looks like, color of package, etc... since they don't know what a clevice or spinner is...), and then you get the stare as you ponder whether the item will work for you. A five minute visit ends up taking 20... Just my .02... [8D]
Posted on: 8/5/2008 2:40 PM by Author "Masonhornet" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7811856

RE: Sig Komander
Looks like there's one there now...
Posted on: 7/3/2008 7:33 PM by Author "Masonhornet" in the forum "Kit Building"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7691289