RE: Strato 210 info/help?
Scott, Thanks for the correction on the Strato origins. BTW, I have a Bristol Scout fuselage and plans from the Strato kit. I scrapped the wings as the previous builder did such a hash job they weren't worth saving. Fortunately I have the MAN plans to complete the airplane. You might also know that at one time, your dad had sold the original Bristol from the MAN article to Carl Cantera of the Delaware RC Club. Carl passed away recently but I recall him flying the airplane quite a bit. He later sold it to my dad who had it for a while but then sold it to someone else. I lost track of the airplane after that.
Posted on: 11/19/2009 9:22 PM by Author "Michaelj2k" in the forum "Classic Pattern Flying"
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RE: Babcock Aeronca ready for maiden
An Aeronca kit just showed up on Fleecebay. Looks complete!
Posted on: 11/13/2009 7:57 AM by Author "Michaelj2k" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: where to get Butyrate dope?
[quote]ORIGINAL: summerwind and BTW, Chip sells Randolph colored Butyrate for 24 bucks a quart..............Sig sells the Butyrate for 18 bucks a pint!.........quite a difference, and i think i heard that Randolph makes the paint for Sig [/quote] Brodak is Randolph dope. SIG is a different formula.
Posted on: 11/1/2009 9:10 PM by Author "Michaelj2k" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
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RE: My new Taurus
Very nice, Mike. Nice variation on the Taurus paint scheme too. BTW, the 2010 VR/CS theme plane is the Taurus.
Posted on: 10/24/2009 4:48 PM by Author "Michaelj2k" in the forum "Classic Pattern Flying"
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RE: Aluminum landing gear
SIG has the gear blanks you bend to the angles you need.
Posted on: 10/19/2009 8:54 PM by Author "Michaelj2k" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: WACO YMF
I have a set of Pepino's plans available. Check my RCU ad.
Posted on: 10/18/2009 10:17 AM by Author "Michaelj2k" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: Silk Covering Techniques
What Paul said. Randolph/Brodak market a retarter that you use with pigmented dope. It slows the drying, making the dope finish nice and glossy. OT: Paul, there's a package in the mail for you.
Posted on: 10/18/2009 10:12 AM by Author "Michaelj2k" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: Royal Kits
[quote]ORIGINAL: Riddle4U Remember that Frank Tallman lost his life flying the real flight of the Phoenix airplane! This is a real airplane lovers movie! Chad..I'll check that link out, thanks buddy. - Eric [/quote] It was Paul Mantz, not Frank Tallman. The movie was an influence on me also, having seen it on the big screen and jumping out of my seat when the truth came out. I was cranking out Guillow and Sterling kits left and right. It didn't matter if they flew or not.
Posted on: 10/17/2009 8:06 AM by Author "Michaelj2k" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
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RE: P-63 plans
AMA has the American Modeler plans that are the basis of the Sterling kit. You can find both there. BELL P 63 KINGCOBRA 70 AMERICAN MODELER 3/62, HESTER $ 23.00 23838 35A6
Posted on: 10/16/2009 7:55 AM by Author "Michaelj2k" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Midwest Tri-Squire
[quote]ORIGINAL: Greenaero17 Thanks for asking. It has jarred my memory and I now remember changing the tail-feathers to make the airplane more responsive as suggested by my trainer back then. Once I enlarged the rudder, it flew a lot more responsive and stable. It definitely changed the tail moment. If you had not noticed, I may have never remembered making the change. [8D] -Larry http://www.Burnsmodelaircraft.com [/quote] The Tri Squire was popular in Class I. The rudder only guys installed a larger rudder, removed one rib from each wing panel and installed a hot .35.
Posted on: 10/15/2009 8:11 AM by Author "Michaelj2k" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: Old Boat, New Hobbyist
It's a Sterling Kingfish. Kits occasionally show up on Fleecebay.
Posted on: 10/12/2009 11:21 AM by Author "Michaelj2k" in the forum "RC Sailboats"
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VR/CS Octoberfest 2009 Oxford, PA
Pictures on page 2. http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_9037494/tm.htm
Posted on: 10/12/2009 11:19 AM by Author "Michaelj2k" in the forum "Classic Pattern Flying"
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RE: Octoberfest 2009 Oxford, PA
Well another Octoberfest is in the can and what a weekend it was. We had great weather the two previous years but this year it was time to pay the piper. We had rain showers Saturday morning with the winds picking up to around 15 - 20 mph once it cleared off. We did not get a lot of flights in due to the weather but we had a few hardy souls try for it. It was good to meet up again with WEDJ and it was also great to meet Freebird. PD1 was also there with his fantastic flying Aeromaster. I've never seen an airplane like that climb vertical and keep going. We were able to get in a few Class II and Class III flights. In Class III Terry Terrenoire of the Aeroguidance Society took first, Freebird second and PD1 third. Terry also won Class II and Jim Quinn also of the Aeroguidance Society took second. WEDJ won the Goldberg Concours with his fantastic Jr. Skylark Twin. The Saturday evening banquet at the Nottingham was great, everyone enjoyed the good eats. Sunday flying was much better with lighter winds, with John Haffner, Perly Bowen, Ron Morgan and myself back at the field for a few flights before heading home. Everyone had a great time regardless of the weather and said that they will return. Many thanks also go to my club the Cloud Kings for their fantastic support of this VR/CS event and are already looking forward to 2010. I'll sort through the pictures and post some here for your enjoyment real soon so thank you all for coming and I hope to see you at Octoberfest 2010.
Posted on: 10/11/2009 5:53 PM by Author "Michaelj2k" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: What is this Lanzo ...........................
A great airplane, very popular in Society of Antique Modeler events. http://www.antiquemodeler.org
Posted on: 10/11/2009 5:34 PM by Author "Michaelj2k" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: Octoberfest 2009 Oxford, PA
Octoberfest Review and Update Pilot registration $10 for VR/CS and SAM members $15.00 for non members The Weather Channel Saturday possible showers (40%) high 63 low 46 Sunday partly cloudy high 63 low 45 Accuweather Saturday partly sunny slight chance of showers high 67 low 45 Sunday partly sunny high 64 low 43 Well we have typical fall weather but that's not going to stop us from flying. West field address 160 Cream Rd. Oxford, PA 19363 Friday evening dinner at Margheritas 7:00PM. I will meet people at the Nottingham Inn then go to the restaurant. We will order off their menu. Margheritas Restaurant 325 Limestone Rd. Oxford, PA 19363 Saturday evening banquet 6:30PM cocktails (cash bar) 7:00PM dinner and awards shortly after. $32/person Nottingham Inn 190 Baltimore Pk. Nottingham, PA 19362 See you there!
Posted on: 10/7/2009 8:23 AM by Author "Michaelj2k" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: Twin .020 Jr Skylark build thread
Jim Quinn will be at Octoberfest with his electric conversion. I don't recall what he is using but I saw the plane fly in a good breeze. Flew like it was on rails with excellent wind penetration.
Posted on: 10/6/2009 2:12 PM by Author "Michaelj2k" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: Twin .020 Jr Skylark build thread
For Concours, all you need is a two minute flight. From the flight accounts I'd say that's a long two minutes!
Posted on: 10/5/2009 11:38 AM by Author "Michaelj2k" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: Cutlass Supreme Flies Again!
Nice job FB, now go practice some pattern for Octoberfest! [:D]
Posted on: 10/5/2009 11:20 AM by Author "Michaelj2k" in the forum "Classic Pattern Flying"
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RE: Octoberfest 2009 Oxford, PA
Looooong range weather looks good for Friday, sunny in the mid 70's. I'll know more as the week progresses.
Posted on: 10/3/2009 8:44 AM by Author "Michaelj2k" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: Octoberfest 2009 Oxford, PA
Margherita's Restaurant‎ 325 Limestone Rd, Oxford, PA‎ - (610) 932-5980‎ We'll be there around 7:00PM. Good luck with the first flight!
Posted on: 10/2/2009 7:32 AM by Author "Michaelj2k" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: Octoberfest 2009 Oxford, PA
No problem on the arrival. It's a long drive from CT so we'll see you Saturday morning. Friday evening, I usually meet up with the group and caravan up to the restaurant. FB, I assume that you are going to join us for dinner Saturday night? I just need to know for the headcount.
Posted on: 10/1/2009 8:37 PM by Author "Michaelj2k" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: Octoberfest 2009 Oxford, PA
[quote]ORIGINAL: WEDJ Is there a Fri nite gathering?  Where & when? [/quote] Yes, I was referring to Saturday. There will be a Friday nite gathering 7:00PM at Margheritas which is about 4 miles north of the Nottingham Inn just off US 1. I spoke with the owner today about the Saturday night buffet. Bring your appetite! How is FB doing with his Perigee?
Posted on: 9/30/2009 10:09 PM by Author "Michaelj2k" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: Octoberfest 2009 Oxford, PA
11 days and counting.
Posted on: 9/30/2009 12:12 PM by Author "Michaelj2k" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: Lou Andrews aeromaster bipe ..Any info ??
Here's an electric conversion by Paul DiNoto. It's a beautiful airplane and flies like it's on rails. He will be flying it at Octoberfest. http://www.wattflyer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=43528
Posted on: 9/30/2009 12:07 PM by Author "Michaelj2k" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: Octoberfest 2009 Oxford, PA
I'm still taking registrations, October 7th is the cutoff for the Saturday evening banquet so send it in today!
Posted on: 9/28/2009 8:48 PM by Author "Michaelj2k" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: Sailboat; 6'+ Hull Length?
http://www.ec12.org. Well supported class with lots of building information and racing (if you desire).
Posted on: 9/27/2009 10:24 PM by Author "Michaelj2k" in the forum "RC Sailboats"
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RE: Some info on a yard sale spitfire?
I think one of the Fleecebay plan recopiers is selling a set of the American Modeler plans there. If you get a copy of those plans, you can reduce the weight considerably with proper wood selection. As far as canopies, the Royal Spitfire canopy may work. That can be found at the same place.
Posted on: 9/24/2009 9:19 PM by Author "Michaelj2k" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: BIPLANE, WHAT MANUFACTUER
It's a four aileron (mod) Andrews (Aamco) Aeromaster. Why can't I find stuff like this at yard sales? Enjoy it, you'll love it.
Posted on: 9/23/2009 7:47 AM by Author "Michaelj2k" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: Octoberfest 2009 Oxford, PA
Hmmm, not a peep from FB. Must be busy mixing paint.[;)]
Posted on: 9/22/2009 8:49 PM by Author "Michaelj2k" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: TOM BRETT'S DESIGNS-UPDATE
Cool. deBolt retracts and gear doors. I wonder why he didn't use bolts instead of bands on the wing. That was an idea just coming into vogue.
Posted on: 9/21/2009 12:19 PM by Author "Michaelj2k" in the forum "Classic Pattern Flying"
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