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RE: ROAD TRIPS 2012
Sam, As always good to see you at both at Owatonna and Fond Du Lac. Thanks for taking some pictures of my yellow zero. I don't have any as nice as you took in Owatonna and it suffered some wing damage at Fond du Lac on that windy thursday. So at least I can copy those pics when it was at it's best. Take care and see you next year. Marty Z
Posted on: 8/21/2012 7:18 PM by Author "Nordicz"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: TF FW190 A3 ARF
I seen the TF FW190 in action at Fond Du Lac this past weekend. The plane was set up with a DLE 55 and was a rocket ship. The Hobbico respresentatives put on an impressive demonstration of it's abilities and I can say it not only looks the part but fly's extremely well. My only negative comment is that the DLE 55 at full throttle makes this thing zip around like a .40 size on steroids. The plane resembleded a typical Top Flight flyer. Nimble, precise and very stable no bad habits. The assembly is very similar to the P-47 ARC and ARF with a nice Hatch/Cockpit access up front. The Air Tank is positioned like the P-47 and all of the switches and Air filler are pre-cut in the same location. For those who would like to convert to electric this should be no problem. Plenty of room and good access. Nice scheme but it is common for many. If I was to do it myself I would strip the covering, glass it and do my own scheme. The Airframe is solid and it fly's extremely well. Z
Posted on: 8/21/2012 7:13 PM by Author "Nordicz"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Warbirds and classics over the Midwest. (Fond du Lac)
Warbird, You are correct "Opie" Owns the Tracker but Carl built it. Z
Posted on: 8/21/2012 6:49 PM by Author "Nordicz"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Northern Alliance Military Fly In - 2012 (Owatonna MN)
For some additional pics go to Facebook and look up Southern Minnesota Model Aircraft Club. Vintauri is going to post additional pics in this thread at his first opportunity. Great weekend, fun with flying, friends and food. Today was a bit of a wash due to a steady light rain. Z
Posted on: 8/12/2012 9:18 PM by Author "Nordicz"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Northern Alliance Military Fly In - 2012 (Owatonna MN)
Holy Smokes Sam, I'm not sure the lights will be on.[:D] Don't worry there should be some of us out there WED, and Thursday for sure. I'll come out and say hi if I am not mowing the lawn by then. Glad to see you coming out. Drive safe and I look forward to vistiting with you again. Z
Posted on: 8/6/2012 8:21 PM by Author "Nordicz"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Northern Alliance Military Fly In - 2012 (Owatonna MN)
Darn it, I thought since you quit the hobby that your spitfires were for sale (Cheap). Be good to see you again. I blew up the gear a couple of weeks ago on the zeke and just got new gear in. Plus Gear doors. You'll have to check it out.We just got done with the electric event. 150 pilots and hundreds of spectators. Field looks good, food was good and a nice segway into next weekend. Z
Posted on: 7/31/2012 11:01 AM by Author "Nordicz"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Looking for pdf file for Byron P-51
Cap, I have sent one in the past to other builders. But I do not have the one piece wing version. If you still want it just send me your e-mail addy and I'll send it to you. Z
Posted on: 7/12/2012 12:27 PM by Author "Nordicz"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Need a 12 ft. Spitfire Cowl-any moldmakers out there?
Jeff, Pretty damn cool today seeing the maiden of the Spit. Sorry I can't post pics or a vid but it was extremly fun to watch. Tim wanted to race you real bad in his Cub. he was itchin. :-) Didn't seem like it will take too much to bring her to life. Thanks for bringing the Spit out today. Definity the highlight for me. Doesn't take much. Marty Z
Posted on: 7/8/2012 7:01 PM by Author "Nordicz"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: ROAD TRIPS 2012
Sam, Growing up in North Dakota we had two bases and I used to see the BUFF's quite often. At the west end of the state are the Badlands and they would fly Nap of the Earth and man what a sight. Z
Posted on: 7/8/2012 5:59 PM by Author "Nordicz"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: ZIROLI 94
Nice Job Sam, You are truly a building Animal. Hopefully this still make the journey to MN. If not I still love the rest of the fleet. Marty Z
Posted on: 7/3/2012 9:59 PM by Author "Nordicz"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Top Flite Focke Wulf Fw-190 D9 Build
Spit and Vertical, First off Vertical is right on gettng the balsa to shape. I have used a spray bottle with water also. It depends on how severe the curve is. Vertical. I sort of like the fact I have to select transmit with the Aurora 9 simply because it gives me a second chance to verify which plane I am flying. Just my preference. I am a electronics and communications tech by trade and feel that the big three, JR, Futaba and Hitech all have there advantages and weak points. I used to use Futaba but when I lost the Top Flight D9 to unknow reasons - suspected BROWN OUT. I switched to Hitech because I liked what they were doing for their programing, updating and telemetry initiatives. Just a preference for me but I still think any one of the big three you cannot go wrong. Z
Posted on: 6/28/2012 7:29 PM by Author "Nordicz"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Top Flite Focke Wulf Fw-190 D9 Build
I don't have a huge amount of builds under me but I am currently working on a Giant Scale P-47 and glassed for t he first time. I found I like the process much better than Monocote. I can't cover worth a darn. Anyways I will glass every time now that I have been through the process. Only drawback is finding a place to paint that doesn't smoke the wife and kid out. Z
Posted on: 6/28/2012 4:51 PM by Author "Nordicz"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Top Flite Focke Wulf Fw-190 D9 Build
Hey Spit, I see you got the parts I sent your way. As you stated they are a good fit for the build. Keep the progress coming. I didn't get to install the cowl before by loss but that is 10X better than the factory one. Good luck and keep posting. Z
Posted on: 6/27/2012 7:45 PM by Author "Nordicz"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: ZIROLI 94
Sam, I am sorry to see that. I really love the P-40 so you need to get that wing fixed up and bring it out to Minnesota in a handfull of weeks buddy. Good luck Beautiful build. Marty
Posted on: 6/27/2012 7:31 PM by Author "Nordicz"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Byron p51 engine conversion
No reason for the angle that I am aware of I received it that way. Then modified it further. It's only function I could see was to provide additional forward support. I didn't have the heart to take it out. If the Broom fits Fly it. z
Posted on: 6/20/2012 8:24 PM by Author "Nordicz"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Top Flite Focke Wulf Fw-190 D9 Build
Spitfire, Nice build so far. This WAS my favorite airplane. Best flying plane I have had so far. I lost mine about 18 months ago and a piece of me went with it. Not sure what happened but I suspect a brown out. But who knows 99% of crashes are pilot error. None the less mine had an OS .91 Fx great power plant just touchy to get tuned. About 2.4 Ghz systems IMHO I've had Futaba and it was fine I guess but I am using the Hitech Aurora 9 currently and really like it. Not to start the wars but the price of the recievers and the programability is what I found nice- plus the telemetry. I do not thing you can go wrong with any of them really. Just preference related in my opinion. I am not sure of your budget but I have a good pair of used spring air retracts , a brand new Fiberglass Specialites Cowl and the used SkyShark Spinner that I would make a deal on. They are great additions. The cowl is a must in my opinion the stock one was always a bother.. I wanted to get another kit but can't justify what people are asking for them at the moment. Let me know if your interested. I will let the retracts and spinner go for a song and a dance the cowl I would like close to what I paid just because it is untouched. Good Luck and I am interested in seeing how your build turns out. Couple pics of the old girl for you before the spinner. Z
Posted on: 6/19/2012 8:31 PM by Author "Nordicz"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Byron p51 engine conversion
Comanche, I aquired a Byron early last year and converted to a direct drive. It has an early DLE 50 in it and does extremely well in the air. My buddies Top FLight with a G45 will out run it but not by much. We essentially built a second firewall forward of the original and it is braced with Basewood blocks, a broom handle & Ply in the center point . I have enclose some pics for you. Please laugh at my expense the broom handle came with the plane. Ended up being a very sturdy brace I inherited. As a testimate to the bracing and forward firewall the pics taken are 2 days after an deadstick that had the plane go nose first into a culvert. Nose foward there is no damage and not a loose joint. Ripped the gear out but that was the worst. In short I have no reservations in moving a second firewall forward and adequately bracing it. Z
Posted on: 6/19/2012 7:01 PM by Author "Nordicz"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Just got my new 110 in Zero kit offered by Ty Brown
Dang, That's looking pretty good Jeff. I just dropped off Phil's engine so he shouldn't have any more excuses to not get that zero up. I can't wait to see you fly her. Marty Z
Posted on: 5/22/2012 5:35 PM by Author "Nordicz"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: ZIROLI 94
Nice Job Sam, As always...... I am very happy for your outstanding Maiden. Nice Build and great flight. Marty
Posted on: 4/18/2012 7:27 PM by Author "Nordicz"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Minnflyer (AKA Mike Buzzeo) has unexpectedly passed away
I just met Mike a couple of years ago at a few local events. I think of Mike as a great contributor and educator of RC Flying and just a good all around personality to chat with. Having read his threads and taken some advice, he never held back on things that could help a person. He was witty and fun. My condolences go out to his wife and family. A great loss is felt by all. He will be missed by myself and many others who have had the opportunity to be around him. Clear flying Mike, my daughter will miss the flying witch. As I once heard if the broom fits fly it. Z
Posted on: 4/12/2012 5:54 PM by Author "Nordicz"
in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: Marvel Mystery Oil in Air Retracts
I purchase a year or so ago a older Byron. That had been sitting for a while. As I was checking it out the cylinders were leaking like seaves. I used Marvel Mystery oil and this improved my air retention but still felt that too much was bypassing. So I ended up going and getting some No Leak Power Stearing treatment. This targets the oring and it's composition specifically. As stated in this thread petroleum based lubricant can harm some o-rings. This did the trick and they have been rock solid and reliable ever since. Z
Posted on: 2/11/2012 5:52 PM by Author "Nordicz"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Hangar 9 30cc P-47 Build Thread
John, Great assembly thread. (I did not say build) [:D] I have purchased from Horizon but not exclusively and I do appreaciate your links to products I may not have in my shop. If I was to be doing my first build your references would be very helpful. I would still comparison shop regardless of any reference to one hobby org. or another plus hitting up the local shops so personally I think the post of opposition has not been of any value to your assembly thread for beggining or intermediate flyers. Too Bad... Great job so far and typically I don't go for ARFS but you have provided some ideas outside of the product that I can apply to my other builds. Keep it coming, everything looks good so far and thanks for sparking some ideas for other applications. Z
Posted on: 2/1/2012 8:39 PM by Author "Nordicz"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: ZIROLI 94
Looking Really Good Sam, I have always had a soft spot for the P-40. Great job and keep up the good work. Marty
Posted on: 2/1/2012 7:05 PM by Author "Nordicz"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: SHOW US YOUR BYRON PLANES
Here is my Byron P-51. Acquired it used last year and retro fitted a DL55 into it. Fly great but she has seen some milage.
Posted on: 2/1/2012 6:38 PM by Author "Nordicz"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Byron P-51 .... How heavy is your's ?
Mine comes in at right around 27 lbs with a DL55. z
Posted on: 1/14/2012 6:59 AM by Author "Nordicz"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Spitfire Brotherhood (All Spitfires Welcome)
Cal, That one looks great. I seen one just like it last week. Only on that one the Canopy did not open.[X(]. Z
Posted on: 1/5/2012 11:54 AM by Author "Nordicz"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Our fate is in this guy's hands?
Simply, It does not take much for a person to be legally under the influence. Two beers in one hour with not eating during the day gets you there right now. I have read the whole string associated to the original post and can only state a simple fact. It is stupid to drive under the influence. I am a person who has had a DUI. Pretty simple circumstances didn't have much to eat was under the weather and had three beers and drove home. What I had to answer to I own up to. Leagaly I was under the influence. IMPAIRED. What I was fortunate in was never to hurt a person other than family due to embarassment. The education I was required to undertake as a result of a poor decision changed my view for ever. I was required to listen to a panel of family members who either lost a loved one or had a loved one injured by a impaired driver. Those tears should forever change a person listening to those stories. I make no excuses for my actions or condone the actions of the FAA official in question. I can state though no one intends on being that person . Yet it does not take much for each and every person to fall into those circumstances. In the case of a person in a position of responsibility and safety such as the FAA official this action will be viewed as unacceptable and every decision made, questioned hence the required resignation. In my case it is simple. One beer= No Keys and no Flying That may to some be extreme but to me it is a very simple solution. I do not ever what to be responsible for an injury to another person due to a poor decision on my part. Z
Posted on: 12/6/2011 6:29 PM by Author "Nordicz"
in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: Here is the REAL NEWS!
quote: ORIGINAL: Hossfly quote: ORIGINAL: F4u5 Sorry...AMA is a joke Personally, I strongly disagree with your position. AMA is NOT a joke. OTOH, AMA ADMINISTRATION can well be and very often is a JOKE. That JOKE becomes much more a REALISM when so many of the members of AMA fail to take any interest in that ADMINISTRATION, then sit on their own fat behinders and let it all slide by. Those that fail to contribute to that administration via the ballot box DESERVE whatever they are handed by said administration. Those of us that attempt to make a change, even though severly hindered by the the vast majority of do nothing-excuse makers, don't really have an opportunity to make a difference. All those that fail to be involved and learned within the organization are the same as those that make bad administrative decisions, force bad policies on all of us, and provide bad administrators with exceptional power to run over the entire membership. Therefore when and if AMA itself should become a joke, then just take a look in the mirror to see just whom is the biggest JOKER of all!!! 'Nuff said! Good for you. I voted, nonetheless, AMA is a JOKE! Don't attack me because you don't like my opinion...AMA is still in the dark ages, as are many of it's members and leadership. But, I don't owe you an explanation!!!! (there, I got one more ! in than you did )...... +1 F4u5
Posted on: 11/23/2011 2:27 PM by Author "Nordicz"
in the forum "AMA Discussions"
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RE: My pet peeve in scale
Now I'm LMAO. That is 7 words into 3. Z
Posted on: 11/3/2011 5:26 PM by Author "Nordicz"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: If I play my cards right, I might have a new girlfriend
"If I play my cards right, I might have a new girlfriend" I have said the same thing a hundred times and my wife slaps me each time. I just cannot figure out why. Z
Posted on: 9/27/2011 4:20 PM by Author "Nordicz"
in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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