RE: Jet Bags - Wing Bags - vendor source?
[link=http://www.revoc.eu]www.revoc.eu[/link] High quality wingbags, they even do the scheme of your plane on your wingbags. Regards, Bart.
Posted on: 5/16/2013 11:28 AM by Author "RUFTER" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Gear Problem on Landing What Would You Do????
Sometimes you just need a little luck, check out Andreas Gietz with his Corsair (@4m20s) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C0DKYvu5DrM Regards, Bart.
Posted on: 8/20/2012 8:30 AM by Author "RUFTER" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11199647

RE: Graupner MC-32
I'm also flying one and having zero issues with it. Thinking of converting to Weatronic but not quite ready to spend more money on them unless they adress their customer service. So flying HOTT now and very happy with it. Telemetry features are very similar to Weatronic, and the top display for realtime telemetry offcourse. Programming is very easy and straightforward, as all Graupner TX's. Bigger and heavier than a MC-24, but a very solid feel because of the magnesium body. There were some issues with the side sliders but are adressed, stronger material is used for new TX's and upgrade parts are available. On the German RCNetwork forum there is talk of a MX-32 (hand held type) TX beeing in the works, but don't get your hopes up, the original release date for the MC-32 was beginning of 2009, I got mine FEB2012. Regards, Bart.
Posted on: 8/20/2012 8:22 AM by Author "RUFTER" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11199639

RE: EUROFLUGTAG 2012
Very nice movie of the event. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9iZE2_-qkxA&feature=player_embedded Regards, Bart.
Posted on: 8/14/2012 10:27 AM by Author "RUFTER" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11193159

RE: Weatronic 2.4 RF diagnostic tool
[quote]ORIGINAL: George Check your end points and neutrals! I burnt up two flap servos on a Mibo partly because the hinge line and flap were not correct (bought used) and end points. I would think going from one Tx brand to another would cause some issues. Also, check the modulation selected, this can cause problems as well (documented earlier in this thread). It sounds like you maybe very close on a few of the servos and it is manifesting itself as you put flights on it exercising the servos and maybe binding on a few occasions? I maybe way off, but just a thought! Regards, George [/quote] End points and neutrals are not an issue, none of the servos are binding whatsoever. All servo travels are programmed in the 12R rx, the only servo setup we adjusted was the one from the canopy after replacing it. We have setup the end points from the TX using Gigacontrol so we could see the full travel of how it was originally programmed. So we are sure we are not outside the original max. travel. About the modulation, if I select auto in GC, we get massive glitches, if I select Weatronic modulation manually then everything works fine. I have tried all others in the list but Weatronic modulation is the only one that works. Regards, Bart.
Posted on: 7/25/2012 11:10 AM by Author "RUFTER" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11168756

RE: Weatronic 2.4 RF diagnostic tool
[quote]ORIGINAL: STAN-CAUSSEL David , did you get an answer about your problem ? I never had such a trouble. GENERAL QUESTION : Who is using a FUTABA T12FG with a WEATRONIC 2.4 Tx Modul ? Stan [/quote] Stan, your A-10 won "Best military aircraft" at the "Jets over Pampa" meeting in Belgium. But we are starting to have serious problems with your model. Don't get me wrong, your build and finish is just spectacular, and I am 100% sure my friend Wim has bought your airplane without any defects, but after 7 flights he has 3 burnt out servo's. I have set up the plane for Wim, because he was not familiar with the Weatronic system. He bought a brand new Futaba 12FG, I installed a new Wea DV4 module on it, installed V2.59 firmware because we were having glitches and bad servo resolution on V2.56. While setting up the model with the new transmitter the servo wich actuates the canopy burnt out (Hitec HS5995TH I believe). I replaced the servo and completed the programming, tested everything, performed a range check, all OK. Now in the 7th flight the nose steering servo burnt out, and the left elevator servo! No need saying the model is grounded untill we find what is causing this. There were no modifications made to the model, just another transmitter (Futaba T12FG instead of Graupner MC-24) and firmware upgrade. I have tested Wim's TX with one of my planes before he went out to fly the A-10, and I noticed straight away that the servo's are not running as smooth as with my TX (also MC-24). So I am pretty sure the problem lies with the TX, or the combo TX-Wea. Does anyone have an idea why? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Regards, Bart.
Posted on: 7/24/2012 12:01 PM by Author "RUFTER" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11167455

RE: Sensible UK F35 u-turn.
[link=http://www.foreignpolicy.com/articles/2012/04/26/the_jet_that_ate_the_pentagon]The jet that ate the Pentagon[/link]
Posted on: 5/10/2012 4:56 AM by Author "RUFTER" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11075482

RE: Source for dural wing tubes
[link=http://shop.lindinger.at/product_info.php?cPath=1749_1755&products_id=66812]http://shop.lindinger.at/product_info.php?cPath=1749_1755&products_id=66812[/link] This might work. Regards, Bart.
Posted on: 3/30/2012 7:42 AM by Author "RUFTER" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11021033

RE: receiver power/reliabilty Spektrum 2.4
Go with the 9210. In your initial post you mentioned you liked the idea of 2 recievers for redundancy, The AR9210 is basically 3 recievers linked to a Powerbox Evolution. Plus you get the benefits of a dual regulated redundant battery input and amplified servo signal outputs. Regards, Bart.
Posted on: 3/8/2012 12:13 AM by Author "RUFTER" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10991023

RE: F-100... Scratch never looked so good
Other builder, but also quite large: [link=http://www.rc-network.de/forum/showthread.php/294030-BD-5J-Microjet-in-gro%C3%9F-und-richtig-gro%C3%9F%28Moosbauer-Richter%29]http://www.rc-network.de/forum/showthread.php/294030-BD-5J-Microjet-in-gro%C3%9F-und-richtig-gro%C3%9F%28Moosbauer-Richter%29[/link] [image]http://www.rc-network.de/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=751743&d=1325288608[/image] Regards, Bart.
Posted on: 2/28/2012 7:08 AM by Author "RUFTER" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10979812

RE: F-100... Scratch never looked so good
That guys builds a big one like that every year! All wood construction, as big as he can without crossing the 25kg weight limit. [image]http://www.rc-network.de/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=417395&stc=1&d=1267651535[/image] [image]http://www.rc-network.de/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=240831&d=1232568463[/image] Regards, Bart.
Posted on: 2/27/2012 8:26 AM by Author "RUFTER" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10978191

RE: Propeller size for Jetcat SPT5 V3 ?
Never compare your SPT5 to those Wrens on the Bronco, I spoke to the owner at La Ferté Alais two years ago when I noticed the props he used were unusualy large. Turns out the guy was flying prototype gearboxes with a much lower 2nd stage rpm. Bart.
Posted on: 2/13/2012 5:41 AM by Author "RUFTER" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10956625

RE: Weatronic 2.4 RF diagnostic tool
[quote]ORIGINAL: zl1wn A quick question. On my 12-22R receivers I always check the current draw, but I haven't worried about the Micros I was sorting out a large sailplane today with a micro 12 and I noticed that it was not showing the current draw. Also the servo voltage was greyed out. Is this normal?? [b]As an aside anyone looking at the new Graupner MC-32 transmitter, Alwin is making a module for it. UNFORTUNATELY the weatronic PPM12 is too slow to allow all the 16 channels to operate. [/b] Regards to all Ross [/quote] I have one on order. Should have arrived already but there is a huge demand in Germany. Lots of info here: [link=http://www.rc-network.de/forum/showthread.php/303982-MC-32-Hott-Technisches]http://www.rc-network.de/forum/showthread.php/303982-MC-32-Hott-Technisches[/link] Too bad the cooperation between Graupner and Weatronic has ended and the telemetry funktion for Wea will not be supported. (the necessary hardware is in the radio but the software will not be developed. Here is a picture from the german RC network forum: [image]http://www.rc-network.de/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=763759&stc=1&d=1327169847[/image] Regards, Bart.
Posted on: 1/27/2012 11:50 PM by Author "RUFTER" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10931778

RE: Ultra Flash Question
I use these: [image]http://shop.strato.de/WebRoot/Store/Shops/15452660/Products/600739/K-schl-gro_00DF__m.jpg[/image] [image]http://shop.strato.de/WebRoot/Store/Shops/15452660/Products/600737/stecker-selbsts-gro_00DF__m.jpg[/image] Available from Airfighter.eu, I think Dreamworks also has them. Regards, Bart.
Posted on: 1/25/2012 7:19 AM by Author "RUFTER" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10926756

RE: The New Graupner MX-20 HOTT
[quote]ORIGINAL: Modellbau USA  [b]The system is identical to the Weatronics system just with updated technology[/b]. Range of the US system is the same as the European version. I have a system set up on one of my FPV and I am consistently getting about 2.5 miles of range before it enters fail safe. The radio are the same as the MX24 every channel is assignable, contrable and proportionally functional. The telemetry has airspeed sensors as well as GPS [/quote] HOTT does not use dual TX antenna's, so it's far from identical. HOTT uses a single circular polarised antenna, Weatronic uses dual patch antennas. There are lots of similarities though, but not the same system or derivative of the Wea system. I ordered the MC-32 HOTT transmitter myself, wich was originally designed so it could be used with the Weatronic telemetry, but cooperation between Wea and Graupner ended premature and firmware development for Weatronic stopped. Regards, Bart.
Posted on: 1/17/2012 7:27 AM by Author "RUFTER" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10913263

RE: Weatronics Users: Why move to 18MZ?
[quote]ORIGINAL: luv2flyrc I use Weatronic with JR. I think people (including myself) have concerns about the long term viability of Weatronics and are becoming hesitant to invest more than they already have in it. Some have decided to cut their losses now and go with the new 18mz. Concerns about Weatronics viability come from their complete lack of customer service, their refusal to successfully address some known issues and the market trend of the current manufacturers to build dedicated (non-modular) transmitters. This relegates Weatronic for use with older transmitters. I really like my Weatronics equipment but, want to see where the company is headed before buying more. I've been waiting for an English voice file for over a year. It makes me wonder if Wea has any interest in sales outside their domestic market. Mike [/quote] +1 I fly Wea and Graupner, and I am completely happy with it. but they need to get their act together in the customer department. Just ordered the new Graupner MC-32 (easily adaptable to Weatronic) but going to fly the HOTT stuff for a while before I make up my mind about further investing in expensive Wea RX's. Bart.
Posted on: 1/14/2012 12:02 AM by Author "RUFTER" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10907944

RE: ULTRA FLASH WING HELP!!!!!
I had the same thing happen with my UF wing, definitely a jigging problem. 5 minutes with the dremel and it was centered. Bart.
Posted on: 12/30/2011 9:24 AM by Author "RUFTER" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10882934

RE: New Radio what to choose??
[quote]ORIGINAL: allelectric AND ALSO ALL THE RADIOS THAT THE MILITARY USE.....Guess What there FUTABA [/quote] Your point beeing? NASA uses JR/Spektrum, they love satellite recievers. Regards, Bart.
Posted on: 12/30/2011 12:33 AM by Author "RUFTER" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10882461

RE: FW: F-35B Cool Vid
[quote]ORIGINAL: Craig B. Great video. One question I have.....is there and issue with lack of rear visibility out of the canopy with this jet? It seems to go against the grain of the design of jets like the F15 and F16 in that respect. Craig. [/quote] Probably like the P-51, the D model will have a bubble canopy[:D]
Posted on: 12/23/2011 6:23 AM by Author "RUFTER" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: There I was thinking it was just us RC pilots who flew too low!
Way to go Darryl!!!
Posted on: 12/23/2011 3:49 AM by Author "RUFTER" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10872635

RE: New Boomerang! Introducing the Exige..
IMHO by far the most beautifull Boomerang ever. Allthough the vertical fins do look a bit too big. Keep up the good work! Bart.
Posted on: 11/30/2011 10:59 AM by Author "RUFTER" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10836442

RE: Weatronic 2.4 RF diagnostic tool
[quote]ORIGINAL: fireblade5437 Where it states z.B.MX24 what does the zB stand for? [/quote] ZB= Zum Beispiel, wich means "for example" Bart.
Posted on: 11/27/2011 3:11 AM by Author "RUFTER" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10830821

RE: Buy a new or used turbine?
[quote]ORIGINAL: highhorse [quote]ORIGINAL: siclick33 Well each to their own but I would buy the engine that is best for the job and not the biggest/heaviest one that I could fit in the available space. Aside from residual thrust, there is also weight, size, fuel burn, and not insignificantly cost to consider. [/quote] Read again. The point was not buy the biggest and heaviest one for the space. The point is that the original poster is looking at 25-30 lb motors, and when you bother to look at size and weight of the 25-30 lb class motors, they are really no lighter than the 35 lb class motors. The 35 pounders then, are the smarter long term buys. [/quote] That statement may be true for a Jetcat P80-120-160, but have a look at the weight difference between a Cheetah and a Rhino. I believe Dominic is shopping for an engine to put in his small Futura, that is a P80 size airframe. I wouldn't put a 35 pounder in that one. Bart.
Posted on: 11/24/2011 9:53 AM by Author "RUFTER" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10827199

RE: Who makes the best F-16?
[quote]ORIGINAL: bullmrkt Working with someone in Belgium makes me a little nervous. Is there a US dealer? Their F-15 looks nice too...   The Scale Jets model is crazy. A little too big and expensive for me, but very impressive.[/quote] A flying buddy of mine has a Scale jets kit and some scale accessories up for sale for 3200euro, no landing gear though. Pretty sweet deal, but it's in Belgium...[:)] Regards, Bart.
Posted on: 11/10/2011 8:13 AM by Author "RUFTER" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10805613

RE: Just Amazing
Check out the attempt of this chinese guy, just crazy... [link=http://v.youku.com/v_show/id_XMzA3NjMxMTU2.html]http://v.youku.com/v_show/id_XMzA3NjMxMTU2.html[/link] Bart.
Posted on: 11/8/2011 11:23 AM by Author "RUFTER" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10802752

RE: Want informations of 50% scale BD5J
Fresh from BH's site: [quote][b]Latest News: October My latest container should be shipping soon for the USA. The good news is the first BD-5 will be on this shipment. It will be the first pre-production model to arrive. I will inspect the airplane and fly it to verify everything is correct. Once I am happy with everything, full rate production will begin with this model. Expect deliveries around the first part of 2012. (Maybe sooner!)[/b][/quote]
Posted on: 10/15/2011 3:40 AM by Author "RUFTER" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10766142

RE: Weatronic 2.4 RF diagnostic tool
[quote]ORIGINAL: Fortune7 GPS and Link Vario module, with Micro 12 Gyro III receiver: I have my jet ready to fly within the next few days and wanted to know if there's any specific setup to be done in the receiver (via gigacontrol) for the GPS and LinkVario (LV) units. I have the GPS connected to the LV unit as per instructions, and the LV unit with the airspeed sensor connected. Now, I know the GPS (voice) output can be switched at the Tx (spare channel permitting) for height, speed, etc., but can I assume all data from both GPS position and height, plus airspeed and baro. height will be recorded on the Tx memory card (only - Rx is a Micro) so I can then analyse everything afterwards, picking-out the stuff I want? Otherwise, do I need to configure the Rx to log what I need up-front? I could probably figure this out if I had the Tx, Rx and laptop in the same place but the jet is already packed in the car! Cheers, Andy [/quote] No need to configure anything, all parameters are logged, you can pick them out afterwards.
Posted on: 9/25/2011 10:15 AM by Author "RUFTER" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10733274

Red Flag fighter pilot movie
If you have 48 minutes to spare: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bSIFiQWtJgU [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bSIFiQWtJgU[/youtube] Enjoy, Bart.
Posted on: 9/23/2011 7:28 AM by Author "RUFTER" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10725828

RE: Weatronic 2.4 RF diagnostic tool
Hi Harry, thanks for the help. I have wired the two patch-cables from the GPS to the reciever, and on my GPS module is the green led blinking. According to the RC-network Wiki this means the GPS is recieving and operational. But I do not get any GPS data on Gigacontrol. I tried all options but no data, not even a reading in the headphone. Any ideas. Regards, Bart.
Posted on: 8/18/2011 9:21 AM by Author "RUFTER" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10676115

RE: Weatronic 2.4 RF diagnostic tool
Does anyone around here have a manual for the GPS-module? Mine was not included in my order. And after numerous e-mails no reply from Weatronic. I tried calling them on "tech-support"-hours but got disconnected and they didn't even bother to pick up the phone when I tried again. So if anyone has some usefull info on how to get a GPS working on a Smart 8 RX please let me know, otherwise I think I'm gonna strangle someone at the Weatronic-booth at Jetpower...[>:] Regards, Bart.
Posted on: 8/17/2011 7:41 AM by Author "RUFTER" in the forum "RC Jets"
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