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RE: STUPIDLY THIN / STUPIDLY FAST...?
[quote]I'm not sure what the upper limit is for these flat airfoils, hopefully this attempt at a .10 sized racer isn't taking it too far....but that's the theme of this thread. [/quote] You never know how far you can go until you've gone too far, right? [:D]
Posted on: 2/22/2012 3:52 PM by Author "ProBroJoe"
in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10971197
RE: Cyclon / Fora / Profi .049 Speed Trainer
Nice! Looks like your cameraman was in the groove too! [:D]
Posted on: 2/4/2012 7:14 AM by Author "ProBroJoe"
in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10943265
RE: Videos of Grace?
Here are a few pics of when I had her here in December 2007...
Posted on: 1/30/2012 5:20 PM by Author "ProBroJoe"
in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10935959
RE: .074 MARAUDER !!!
Thanks for setting up the pics CP - that's exactly what I needed, the ramp (or board) makes perfect sense now! Got a anutter question though, how'd ya know my wife was looking for an old Chevy C10?
Posted on: 1/16/2012 6:15 PM by Author "ProBroJoe"
in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10912458
RE: Videos of Grace?
Here's a video when I had her here: http://home.comcast.net/~jbwebst/Grace-07.wmv There's a lot of good history of the project in the original thread: http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_4978699/mpage_1/key_/tm.htm
Posted on: 1/16/2012 5:16 PM by Author "ProBroJoe"
in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10912357
RE: .074 MARAUDER !!!
Hey CP - ya got any pics of your "stooge"? Being a C/L noob, I can honestly say I haven't a clue as to what one looks like let alone how to use one. I bet I'd have better success with a more controlled launch method. Don't get me wrong, I love my wife dearly, but she can't launch a plane fer crap! [:D] Most of our launches ended up looking like this:
Posted on: 1/16/2012 4:55 PM by Author "ProBroJoe"
in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10912326
RE: .074 MARAUDER !!!
Right on brutha!!! I bet one of the tiny "keychain" or "gumstick" video cameras attached above (or below) the leadouts on the wingtip (pointing back to the center of the circle) would provide an interesting perspective of the pilot. [;)]
Posted on: 1/10/2012 7:02 PM by Author "ProBroJoe"
in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10902697
RE: .074 MARAUDER !!!
Wow, CP, that turned out really sweet - of course we should expect no less from you! Got the helmet camera ready?
Posted on: 1/8/2012 6:24 AM by Author "ProBroJoe"
in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10897609
RE: Cyclon / Fora / Profi .049 Speed Trainer
[quote]ORIGINAL: combatpigg It looks like a homebrewed stout, but I'm not sure........ [/quote] [:D]
Posted on: 12/22/2011 1:34 PM by Author "ProBroJoe"
in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10871880
RE: Lazy Bee's??
Thanks CP! I gotta admit, the laminating / bending of the wood had me pretty worried, but it turned out to be no big deal. (Andy Clancy did a pretty good write up on it in his Lazy Bee instructions.) Basically, balsa strips 1/16" x 1/8" are soaked in hot water, coated with wood glue, laid together, stretched around a form, then pinned/taped, or rubber banded in place until the glue dries. I cut my strips a little wide and when they were planed and sanded to final thickness you can't even tell the lams were made from multiple pieces! Once the balsa had soaked long enough (about 10 minutes), hardly any force is required to bend the strips so the forms can even be made out of cardboard (wrapped in plastic wrap of course). I used coroplast for my forms in case I wanted to build another Bee or two later. [quote]ORIGINAL: combatpigg Nice work PBJ..! How did you bend the wood...? [/quote]
Posted on: 12/17/2011 5:39 AM by Author "ProBroJoe"
in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10863384
RE: Lazy Bee's??
Hmmm, funny this thread chose now to pop back up - I'm partly through the scratch build of my Bee. I've gotten all of the parts cut and the tail feathers done. I plan to build exactly to the plan and use a OS .10 FP for power, HS-81s on the rudder / elevator and an HS-55 on the throttle. I'm taking my time with this one so it looks it's best for the transparent Coverite Microlight that I plan to use. FWIW, there's a massive thread on the "other" RC forum that includes .PDF plans for many of the Bee variants...
Posted on: 12/16/2011 7:43 PM by Author "ProBroJoe"
in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10863088
RE: THE ASP.12 THREAD
I think CP has already set the bar. [8D] [image]http://images.rcuniverse.com/forum/upfiles/79212/Yw66746.jpg[/image]
Posted on: 11/23/2011 7:16 AM by Author "ProBroJoe"
in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10825368
RE: Kombat Kid Flying Wing Build
Hey Andrew! I've been, ummm, well, uhhhh, on a bit of a RC hiatus - I hate to admit it, but I've only been out flying like 3-4 times this year thanks to a renewed interest in a few other hobbies. No worries, I tend to jump around like that... [:)]
Posted on: 6/14/2011 6:48 PM by Author "ProBroJoe"
in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10574412
RE: Kombat Kid Flying Wing Build
appy, That's awesome - do let us know how yours turns out, and if you need any help along the way, don't hesitate to ask!
Posted on: 6/14/2011 2:57 AM by Author "ProBroJoe"
in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10572940
RE: Avionnette HM-8 build thread.
Wow, this is weird - a coworker and I was just talking about this project on Friday - just moments before this thread reemerged! Sadly, the model was never finished. I got as far as "making the kit" and gluing up the fuse sides, but there were a couple of concerns and the project lost momentum, and then was ultimately mothballed. They say in life there are no coincidences, so I guess I better dig out the bits and get back at it!
Posted on: 12/12/2010 8:42 AM by Author "ProBroJoe"
in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10192154
RE: best battery for glow plug?
Hey Kevin - the best battery I've used for starting Coxes is two Alkaline "D" cells wired in parallel - that's "+ to +" and "- to -" - then I attach the glow plug clip to that. Try to avoid battery holders, in this application they're a source of frustration with their flaky connections. I solder directly to the cells with a 100 watt soldering gun. A higher wattage gun (or iron) gets the area hot enough to solder quickly without unnecessary heat soaking of the area. Use electrical (or duct) tape to bundle the cells together and strain-relief the wires. I've used a battery like this for a whole season and have often used it to start larger engines when the ole ni-starter was exhausted. Hope this helps! -Joe
Posted on: 11/9/2010 9:39 PM by Author "ProBroJoe"
in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10125421
RE: PROP-JET BINGE
That sucks CP - it's not often that you have a design that is so troublesome. (Still looks pretty damn cool though.) Maybe we could stuff an "E" or "F" size composite rocket motor in the tail?
Posted on: 11/4/2010 7:26 AM by Author "ProBroJoe"
in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10114545
RE: 1/2A Mini-mag?
Yea, the Ladyhawk is also 24" span, but the scary part of the flight is over in about 5 seconds. (You hardly have time to stress over it.) BTW, youtube has a bunch of Altered videos - including The Winged Express. [8D] So, what's next up dude? Are ya hacking away at the Husky yet?
Posted on: 9/20/2010 10:06 PM by Author "ProBroJoe"
in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10016225
RE: 1/2A Mini-mag?
Final words: "This isn't a real relaxing flight..." There, we finally got him to admit it! (Or about as close as we're ever gonna get!) That think was smokin' dude! [sm=thumbup.gif]
Posted on: 9/20/2010 12:02 PM by Author "ProBroJoe"
in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10014711
RE: 1/2A Mini-mag?
My first thought when I saw the latest photos was "What's wrong with this picture?" Then I realized that all of the radio gear was in the wing and the fuselage (or power pod) was the lone item that screwed onto the airframe. Neat. Good to hear that you were able to salvage the MiniMag Mk 1 wing and make something decent out of it. However, I'm with hllywdb on the color choice though. [sm=spinnyeyes.gif]
Posted on: 9/20/2010 7:05 AM by Author "ProBroJoe"
in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10014207
RE: 1/2A Mini-mag?
That's wild looking dude - I bet she goes like stink!
Posted on: 9/19/2010 7:44 AM by Author "ProBroJoe"
in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10012243
RE: 1/2A Mini-mag?
[quote]I wonder if airplane conversions have been done with this engine?[/quote] Most definitely dude! You'd be amazed at what these guys are converting... example: http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_7755608/anchors_7765814/mpage_1/key_/anchor/tm.htm#7765814 We gotta get you hanging out in the conversion forum... ya know, to expand your horizons!
Posted on: 9/16/2010 2:10 PM by Author "ProBroJoe"
in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10006822
RE: 1/2A Mini-mag?
[quote]If I like the way it flies I might build a bigger one for a 50cc Husqvarna engine. [/quote] Wow, how cool would that be? Be a tad frightening to hand launch though... (That sucker would easily turn a 20 x 10 prop.)
Posted on: 9/16/2010 7:32 AM by Author "ProBroJoe"
in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10006057
RE: 1/2A Mini-mag?
Ahhhhh.... good point. One launch would just about cover the cost of a sixer! Flying wing? That's a thought...
Posted on: 9/14/2010 6:51 PM by Author "ProBroJoe"
in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10002302
RE: 1/2A Mini-mag?
[quote] It's tempting to turn the other wing into something else....[8D] [/quote] Rocket Plane? [8D]
Posted on: 9/14/2010 3:04 PM by Author "ProBroJoe"
in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10001798
RE: 1/2A Mini-mag?
Ho hum, just anutter 120 MPH 1/2A RC plane.... [:)] Seriously though, that's way cool dude. Can't wait to see what MM MkII will do!
Posted on: 9/14/2010 12:52 PM by Author "ProBroJoe"
in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10001503
RE: 1/2A Mini-mag?
It's amazing how such a clean and simple color scheme can look so good - nice work! It still ain't a Magnum though... [;)]
Posted on: 9/9/2010 6:37 AM by Author "ProBroJoe"
in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9990049
RE: 1/2A Mini-mag?
[quote]ORIGINAL: combatpigg The overall shape of that wing is more pleasing to my eye than MiniMag#1[/quote] Wow, really? To each his own I guess. Sorry for leading you astray buddy.... [&o]
Posted on: 8/26/2010 6:55 PM by Author "ProBroJoe"
in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9962038
RE: 1/2A Mini-mag?
Oh... bummer, I was kinda hoping to see the first Mini-Mag finished out... I guess it's going in the rafters with the other discouraging projects?
Posted on: 8/26/2010 6:49 AM by Author "ProBroJoe"
in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9960745
RE: Control line for Dummies...
What about the Balsa Beavers' Man-Win Trainer? It's made from coroplast and can really take a beating (trust me, I know). You can find it under the Newcomers tab... http://www.balsabeavers.ca/
Posted on: 8/24/2010 7:05 AM by Author "ProBroJoe"
in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9956069
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