RE: Trashman Classic Warbird Race Sept 22 and 23
Sorry about your bad luck James. We were looking foward to having you there. Prayers out to ya Jake, Hope you can make the race but totally understand if you can not. An APC rep visit is EXACTLY what we all need. For now, they are the only game in town. I for one am shopping around. Planebender
Posted on: 9/15/2012 11:52 PM by Author "PLANEBENDER" in the forum "Scale Racing"
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RE: Trashman Classic Warbird Race Sept 22 and 23
Yeah Wow, This thread is a real barn burner. I Went to SAMs today and thought I would test fly my Spitfire to make sure everything was cool. I fired up the motor on the testing table and it was running at about 1/2 throd for a few minutes when BOOM!!!!!! The prop exploded. It compleatle ripped off my entire firewall in about 1 second. This was one of the "So called" New version 14X13N APC props the I got from Jim Skids from APC. What totally frosts me is that it's the same prop I used at the entire last race, So it has like 5 flights and a warm up on it. Donnie Printz (Spelling) was there and nice enough to find all of the prop parts. All I can say guys is: BE CAREFULL!!!!!! Stay out of other peoples prop arch. THe blade parts flew 60' and would have easily hurt someone. I not only ballance but torque my props and I also replace my prop thrust plate after every dozen or so prop removals. I will visit APC on Monday as Robert will be back in the office. I was not the only guy to have this happen to today, Steve Stokes brand new Voodoo exploded a 12X12 std and down went his new bird. Total junk now. Dave
Posted on: 9/14/2012 9:21 PM by Author "PLANEBENDER" in the forum "Scale Racing"
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RE: Tres Amigos Warbird Race: July 22nd
#!i=1982750110&k=CDmBDZb Planebender
Posted on: 7/31/2012 9:21 PM by Author "PLANEBENDER" in the forum "Scale Racing"
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RE: Tres Amigos Warbird Race: July 22nd
[quote]ORIGINAL: kimod Dave that would be great for the snack bar workers Kimo [/quote] No problem Bro. You will need 110V power and a garden hose. Dave
Posted on: 7/20/2012 9:47 AM by Author "PLANEBENDER" in the forum "Scale Racing"
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RE: Tres Amigos Warbird Race: July 22nd
I still have my water injected turbo fan if the snack shack people would like me to bring it.
Posted on: 7/10/2012 3:29 PM by Author "PLANEBENDER" in the forum "Scale Racing"
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RE: Ash Creek Warbird Race, Who's Going?
[quote]ORIGINAL: oliveDrab I see a picture of an ESM Bearcat. Can u tell me who owns that? I need to ask him about the downthrust. [/quote] Raymond Brindos
Posted on: 6/29/2012 8:56 PM by Author "PLANEBENDER" in the forum "Scale Racing"
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RE: Ash Creek Warbird Race, Who's Going?
[quote]ORIGINAL: Trashman88 Does it come wth the syrup to for $50 [/quote] Yeah, 2 flavors + 20lbs of Ice and 100 cups. Anything else you want is just a little extra. Let me know if you want the link or just go to Craigs list in Sacramento. Planebender
Posted on: 6/29/2012 6:21 PM by Author "PLANEBENDER" in the forum "Scale Racing"
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RE: Ash Creek Warbird Race, Who's Going?
Gotcha. I'll keep my eyes open for a good used Snow Cone machine. I found an ad on Craigs list to rent one for 50.00 per day. Let's see here...We sell 250 snow cones at $1.50 ea..............
Posted on: 6/29/2012 12:09 PM by Author "PLANEBENDER" in the forum "Scale Racing"
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RE: Ash Creek Warbird Race, Who's Going?
I liked that whole "Ice cream truck" concept up at the Ash Fast race. I wonder if we could get someone like that or even a Snowcone guy to come out??? It will prolly be about 105deg Planebender
Posted on: 6/29/2012 9:01 AM by Author "PLANEBENDER" in the forum "Scale Racing"
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RE: Ash Creek Warbird Race, Who's Going?
that plane even though it was a sandbagger...LOL See you guys in 3 weeks. Planebender
Posted on: 6/28/2012 10:08 PM by Author "PLANEBENDER" in the forum "Scale Racing"
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RE: Ash Creek Warbird Race, Who's Going?
Well they say all good things must come to an end. This was the oldest (Still in competition) Gold plane. 3 years old. You will be missed my friend.....LOL http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qRoW5xFHw0o&feature=plcp
Posted on: 6/28/2012 1:34 PM by Author "PLANEBENDER" in the forum "Scale Racing"
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RE: Tres Kahuna Classic 2012 - July 22, 2012
Be there on Sat. It will be Africa hot! Planebender
Posted on: 6/28/2012 7:22 AM by Author "PLANEBENDER" in the forum "Scale Racing"
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RE: Ash Creek Warbird Race, Who's Going?
A Huge thank you to all of the ASH CREEK CLUB!!!. The event was a big sucess to say the least. Good racing, Good food, Good People and Good fun. The weather was awesome as well. Although I had one of the overall worst weekends racing, I sure had lots of fun. One thing that was really noticible to me was how many guys rallyed to help their fellow racer in need with parts ect. You guys are second to NONE! Congrats to all of the lucky winners and my sorrows go out to all of the less lucky that lost planes. Get over it and start building/repairing as we have another event at the SAM field in less than 1 month. Dave
Posted on: 6/25/2012 5:35 PM by Author "PLANEBENDER" in the forum "Scale Racing"
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RE: Ash Creek Warbird Race, Who's Going?
You almost forgot the BIGGEST thing.... [size=6][/size] THE PANCAKE BREAKFAST!!!
Posted on: 6/21/2012 11:50 AM by Author "PLANEBENDER" in the forum "Scale Racing"
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RE: Ash Creek Warbird Race, Who's Going?
Latest weather report shows 80deg on Sat with 4MPH winds and 83deg on sunday with 10MPH winds. Not bad for Redding at the end of June. The racing Gods are watching out for us this weekend. See You all there! Planebender
Posted on: 6/20/2012 5:06 PM by Author "PLANEBENDER" in the forum "Scale Racing"
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RE: Morgan hill races
Speaking of retract servos, Comming from a guy that goes through 2 per race day. Have you guys tried the Spectrum 270 oz programable servo? It's like $35.00. I just put one in the Spitfire and the P-47. They are slow as heck but lots of power. Part#7000 Planebender
Posted on: 6/17/2012 10:32 PM by Author "PLANEBENDER" in the forum "Scale Racing"
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RE: Ash Creek Warbird Race, Who's Going?
Just for everyones needs, Their is a good ol country market very close to the field that has about everything you will need in the way of snacks, Ice, Drinks ect. If the wifes are comming along the Outlet stores are at the I-5 exit and a fun place to hang out durring the day while we are playing. OK, Lets keep this going....Who else???? Bay Area guys?? Planebender
Posted on: 6/16/2012 8:25 AM by Author "PLANEBENDER" in the forum "Scale Racing"
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Ash Creek Warbird Race, Who's Going?
I just noticed that no one has started a thread about this race so I thought I would. We need to support this event any way possible! This is an awesome field with awesome people that have traveled to our races and supported us for years. I for one have been looking foward to this event more that ANY other. I will be leaving Friday to head up to Predicted 90 deg weather (Acording to the current forcast) If anyone needs their equipment hauled up I would be happy to put in in my trailer and you can then caravan up to save fuel costs. I really hope to see many of the skilled pilots that attend the SAM races make their way up. You won't be sorry. Thanks everyone! Dave
Posted on: 6/15/2012 10:50 PM by Author "PLANEBENDER" in the forum "Scale Racing"
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RE: Morgan hill races
CONGRATS TO JR for his 3rd place finish in unlimited!!! Sorry I could not attend but did not want to risk my 1 plane before Redding. New Spitfire should be done in 1 1/2 weeks. Sounds like carnage was presant....Sorry guys that sucks. Planebender
Posted on: 6/10/2012 8:05 PM by Author "PLANEBENDER" in the forum "Scale Racing"
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RE: SAM's Pylonpalooza Warbird Race June 3, 2012
Awesome job as always on the pictures Tommy! Thank you for taking the time to do it. And thanks to Casey for Great job CDing the race! Planebender
Posted on: 6/9/2012 10:29 AM by Author "PLANEBENDER" in the forum "Scale Racing"
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RE: SAM's Pylonpalooza Warbird Race June 3, 2012
Anyone have a NIB YS-115? I can replace it in 2 weeks when Richard gets more in stock. I know...Alot to ask. Planebender
Posted on: 6/7/2012 8:35 AM by Author "PLANEBENDER" in the forum "Scale Racing"
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RE: SAM's Pylonpalooza Warbird Race June 3, 2012
just sayin.... Planebender
Posted on: 5/31/2012 8:45 PM by Author "PLANEBENDER" in the forum "Scale Racing"
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RE: Race for the cure
[size=7][/size]REGISTERED
Posted on: 4/24/2012 8:52 AM by Author "PLANEBENDER" in the forum "Scale Racing"
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RE: Race for the cure
I'm there both days and already pre redigestered as well. This is a great cause and it requires YOUR ATTENDANCE!! I would like to see the place jam packed. Thanks JR and Crew for all that you have done to try and make this BIG! Planebender
Posted on: 4/22/2012 3:58 PM by Author "PLANEBENDER" in the forum "Scale Racing"
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RE: SAM's Big Kahuna, April 1st
Hi Jake, To do that job the right way contact Central Hobbys and get a puller. They sell them for about $10.00. Here is a link for you. PS, That washer is shot! http://www.centralhobbies.com/Tools/tool1.html#DRIVE WASHER PULLER Planebender
Posted on: 4/9/2012 10:00 PM by Author "PLANEBENDER" in the forum "Scale Racing"
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RE: SAM's Big Kahuna, April 1st
[quote]ORIGINAL: Casey Leadfoot Smith I know Ollie would be happy rescheduling. Who gets married on April fools day anyway Ollie? [/quote] I did, 12 Years ago. Easy to remember as my BD is the following day..LOL[:D] Planebender
Posted on: 3/27/2012 8:36 AM by Author "PLANEBENDER" in the forum "Scale Racing"
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RE: SAM's Big Kahuna, April 1st
Lets hope the weather forcast does some changing durring this week. Right now they are saying 22mph winds Sat and Sun. Has anyone givin any thought to a rain date? [:'(]1 week later? 2 weeks later? Planebender
Posted on: 3/26/2012 8:38 AM by Author "PLANEBENDER" in the forum "Scale Racing"
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RE: SAM's Big Kahuna, April 1st
. I think They were like $550.00 new and this one has 4 tanks through it. $275.00. Planebender
Posted on: 3/22/2012 8:13 PM by Author "PLANEBENDER" in the forum "Scale Racing"
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RE: SAM's Big Kahuna, April 1st
, Speed I will have your CF sheet at the race for you. Planebender
Posted on: 3/20/2012 10:06 PM by Author "PLANEBENDER" in the forum "Scale Racing"
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RE: Hey Tommy Remember This Conversation?
Tim, I got the E Mail about your lost idems. Got a sharp eye out Man. Dave
Posted on: 1/2/2012 9:19 PM by Author "PLANEBENDER" in the forum "Scale Racing"
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