RE: sig large sundancer arf
I had finished my Sundancer several months ago but failing health kept me from getting it to the field and test hopping it. A couple of buddies finally coerced me to make the trip by promising to do most of the assembly and flying. Rob Stanley surprised me with the enclosed video. Hope you find it as enjoyable as I did. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Rg1xLAxGXQ Phil Heller
Posted on: 10/28/2009 1:31 AM by Author "Phil Heller" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: You Got'em Post'em
Hi, I used to fly control line back in the 40's and 50's (yeah, I'm that old!) and have been flying RC ever since. About 4 months ago I spotted a Hornet 60 on Ebay and was fortunate (?) enough to win the bid. In 1946 (or 7) I saw Ernie Babcock win a full size Ercoupe at the Philadelphia Flying Circus with a Hornet powered little speedster called "Jughaid" at an amazing (for that time) 108 mph, (as close as I can remember). So, with the Hornet in hand and a small page of plan, I set up to build a replica of Ernie's record holder. See the attached photos. Unfortunately, the old Hornet needs some work before we can maiden the "jug", meanwhile I have caught the bug and have a few more old timers in the que - A Speedwagon with a Super Cyclone, a Hellhammer with an Atwood Champion, and a Perky with a yet to be decided engine. I am really having a ball!
Posted on: 9/20/2009 11:19 PM by Author "Phil Heller" in the forum "Control Lines"
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RE: us engines 41cc
it by hand will only give you a sore arm! Luck, Phil
Posted on: 9/15/2009 11:44 PM by Author "Phil Heller" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: DeBolt Speed Plane
Can't seem to upload plans - send me your Email and I will send them to you. Phil phil_heller@sbcglobal.net Try these - One on left is "Jughaid" One on right is "Screamliner"
Posted on: 6/28/2009 1:35 AM by Author "Phil Heller" in the forum "Control Lines"
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RE: Covering material
Hi Jim, It's still a beautiful and great flying aircraft! So fly careful and don't crash! Phil
Posted on: 6/27/2009 5:48 PM by Author "Phil Heller" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: DeBolt Speed Plane
launch! Keep in touch, Phil Heller
Posted on: 6/27/2009 5:16 PM by Author "Phil Heller" in the forum "Control Lines"
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RE: DeBolt Speed Plane
it! Thanks again, I owe you one! Phil
Posted on: 6/1/2009 8:10 PM by Author "Phil Heller" in the forum "Control Lines"
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RE: Covering material
Thanks Chuckw, I was pretty sure it was, just didn't want to drop $40 for 3 rolls and find it was not what I needed! Phil
Posted on: 5/17/2009 11:41 PM by Author "Phil Heller" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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Covering material
I recently assembled a SIG ARF of the Sun Dancer that had the best covering material I have ever seen! No wrinkles and the most beautiful opaque finish I have seen. They claim it is Oracover or Ultracoat (same stuff) but it is unlike any Ultracoat I have seen. It has an opaque white undercoat, at least on the bright yellow, dark yellow and true red that SIG used. It has been suggested it might be Toughlon from World Models. Anyone have a clue?
Posted on: 5/16/2009 7:19 PM by Author "Phil Heller" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: DeBolt Speed Plane
Thanks Bob, I already have a post in N.A.S.S. site hoping to leave no stone unturned! This has been a quest of mine for over 50 years! Doubtful that I could fly it today - maybe one of my grandsons? Phil
Posted on: 5/13/2009 6:46 PM by Author "Phil Heller" in the forum "Control Lines"
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DeBolt Speed Plane
Way back in the mid 1940's I built a kit of a speed plane designed by Hal DeBolt called the "DeBolt Special" or "Dmeco Special" and powered it with a Hornet 60. This was [u]not[/u] DeBolt's Speedplane with the curved fuselage and the speed cowl over the engine but an exposed cylinder and battery ignition. I would like to find a kit or plans for this airplane and a Hornet 60 (or replica) so I can duplicate that old speedster - (First one I had to break 100MPH!)
Posted on: 5/12/2009 4:49 PM by Author "Phil Heller" in the forum "Control Lines"
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RE: WIN A FREE Scale Fuselage from V-East & Graupner Helis
Please enter my name in your drawing. Thank you, Phil Heller
Posted on: 1/8/2009 12:13 AM by Author "Phil Heller" in the forum "RC Helicopter General Discussions"
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RE: New Sig Sun Dancer Bipe!
Hi Jim, Waddyaexpect from an old B-29 FE pushing 79!!! I have also been married to whatshername for more years than I have fingers and toes! Phil (I think!)[8|]
Posted on: 12/7/2008 12:32 AM by Author "Phil Heller" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - 3D & Aerobatic"
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RE: New Sig Sun Dancer Bipe!
Hi Donoisten, The Sundancer originally sold for $399.99 - now on sale for 249.99, shipping on mine was included (at least another $40 saving)! Not listed as a clearance, but by all indications it appears to be. I would assume it is from China as the the workmanship is superior!! Grab one, they won't last at that price! www.sigmfg.com Phil
Posted on: 12/6/2008 7:54 PM by Author "Phil Heller" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - 3D & Aerobatic"
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RE: New Sig Sun Dancer Bipe!
with San Antonio. Cheers, Phil
Posted on: 12/6/2008 6:32 PM by Author "Phil Heller" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - 3D & Aerobatic"
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RE: New Sig Sun Dancer Bipe!
service! Phil
Posted on: 12/6/2008 12:14 AM by Author "Phil Heller" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - 3D & Aerobatic"
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RE: K&B .61 engine?
Hi Ed, The KB61's converted by Clarence Lee can hold their own against any of the schnuerle ported 61's sold today! Phil
Posted on: 8/5/2008 3:09 PM by Author "Phil Heller" in the forum "Glow Engines"
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RE: INCREDIBLE PLANE ! LOOK !
I do believe that is some kind of covering wrap to hide the purchasers name. Phil
Posted on: 7/26/2008 11:19 AM by Author "Phil Heller" in the forum "Airplanes - Full Scale"
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RE: Futaba 6014 receiver heat issue
hi, my meat thermometer say's 160 degrees is medium done. I certainly don't want to be on the flightline when the temperature of my receiver equals the temperature of my roast beef dinner! Phil
Posted on: 7/9/2008 12:32 AM by Author "Phil Heller" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: XtremeLinkâ„¢ - 2.4GHz for Futaba, JR, and Hitec radios
Please reference the post# where JD made the claims you attribute to him. Phil
Posted on: 7/5/2008 3:03 PM by Author "Phil Heller" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: XtremeLinkâ„¢ - 2.4GHz for Futaba, JR, and Hitec radios
Hi Dirtybird Your wasting your time and efforts trying to debate ANY issue with xjet! He sees all subjects contrary to his views through the wrong end of a telescope! I have several of Polk's Seeker receivers. All work as advertised. Several club members also use them with excellent results. No one is using the transmitter though! Phil
Posted on: 5/5/2008 2:28 PM by Author "Phil Heller" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: XtremeLinkâ„¢ - 2.4GHz for Futaba, JR, and Hitec radios
I believe it is referred to as "Trolling"![8|]
Posted on: 4/22/2008 7:43 PM by Author "Phil Heller" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: Receiver failure
Hi Alan, I had a similar problem with several of my planes after an extended storage in my garage while I was recuperating from surgery. Finally ended up by cleaning all my plug pins and replacing a few switches. Corrosion and "blackwire" had taken their toll! Check it out! Phil
Posted on: 3/18/2008 2:27 PM by Author "Phil Heller" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: Remember any of this?
What's your friends name? I spent a lot of time in Texas, 1948 to 1953 (San Antonio, Dallas, Ft Worth.) Some of those planes look familiar. Phil Heller
Posted on: 3/9/2008 8:05 PM by Author "Phil Heller" in the forum "Control Lines"
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RE: XtremeLinkâ„¢ - 2.4GHz for Futaba, JR, and Hitec radios
there on the workbench! ;) Phil
Posted on: 1/29/2008 11:49 PM by Author "Phil Heller" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: XtremeLinkâ„¢ - 2.4GHz for Futaba, JR, and Hitec radios
Turk1, Why not buy the XPS Module designed for Futaba? Should plug into your 7CAP with no fuss. I believe they have the 8 channel receivers in stock. Phil
Posted on: 1/28/2008 12:07 AM by Author "Phil Heller" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: Gas engine smell? Aviation fuel?
I recall the story about the rural Doctor who was checking his gas tank for fuel by removing the gas cap and putting his ear to the neck of the gas tank and rocking the car to listen for a sloshing. A static spark jumped from his ear to the car and goodbye Doctor, car, garage and house! This stuff is dangerous! Phil
Posted on: 1/6/2008 5:52 PM by Author "Phil Heller" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: Gas engine smell? Aviation fuel?
I love the smell of 87 octane in the morning! But - not in my house! Keep it in the garden shed or do as TJK suggested and buy a gallon on the way to the field - cheap insurance! Phil
Posted on: 1/6/2008 5:44 PM by Author "Phil Heller" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: AVOID THESE ARF's AT ALL COST!!!!!!!!!!!!
Hi, Anyone familiar with Cedarhobbies big Sweet and Low Stick? They are selling them out at $220 + shipping. 96" two piece wing. Phil
Posted on: 12/10/2007 9:40 PM by Author "Phil Heller" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: ARF people - What are your reasons for not building kits?
Why do I now build ARFs? My age, my eyesight, my arthritis! and I can spend more time flying! phil
Posted on: 12/5/2007 5:22 PM by Author "Phil Heller" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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