RE: Engine Reviews
Thanks, I love reading engine review.
Posted on: 5/24/2013 11:54 AM by Author "RonMcCormick" in the forum "Classic RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Something to THINK about
Thanks Scott!
Posted on: 5/23/2013 6:52 PM by Author "RonMcCormick" in the forum "Classic RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: my Calypso nearly done
Beautiful Calypso Avi, monokote right? Gives me inspiration for when I build my kit. More pics when finished?
Posted on: 7/2/2012 3:22 PM by Author "RonMcCormick" in the forum "Classic RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Rhom Retracts-wrong way!
lets see a picture of the gear up and down
Posted on: 5/26/2012 7:18 PM by Author "RonMcCormick" in the forum "Classic RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: My new ARROW finished (with pictures)
OMG! sweet pattern ship, now I want to see a flight video. Good Job, how do you like the pull pull elevator?
Posted on: 3/12/2012 10:50 AM by Author "RonMcCormick" in the forum "Classic RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Eric Bell and the Belaire
This is classic design and construction for the era, very nice. I remember reading about it back in the day. Does anyone know how the name is pronounced it looks like Bell-Air but I know that is wrong. Also what is the wing area? thanks
Posted on: 2/21/2012 8:12 AM by Author "RonMcCormick" in the forum "Classic RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: SPA videos?
robc57 , love the videos. Question, was the 2nd flight Ivan Kristensen's (87 video) ? The man is amazing still flying in competition I think, link to his site http://www.ivankristensen.com/
Posted on: 2/20/2012 6:30 AM by Author "RonMcCormick" in the forum "Classic RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: kraft Signature Series Jacket
I have the first version of the jacket, have to see if I can find it, still have all the Kraft Signature Series radio (1976) stuff. the dryer got to mine also! How did the jacket and radio change over the years and what was the last year for the KSS? I loved being able to order the Xmitter with switches placed exactly where you wanted them and those wonderful sticks... wish I could get them on my JR!!
Posted on: 12/24/2011 4:45 PM by Author "RonMcCormick" in the forum "Classic RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: '72 Glenview nats video
Thanks for that video, living and flying RC in the Chicago area since around 67 that brings back great memories.
Posted on: 10/16/2011 4:01 PM by Author "RonMcCormick" in the forum "Classic RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: phoenix ARF
Your correct Tony, I built many P7's back in the 70's they all cost more and took more time to finish. I would buy this kit again at this price, gut it and build it how I want and still be money and time ahead and mine flies great also.
Posted on: 9/22/2011 7:52 PM by Author "RonMcCormick" in the forum "Classic RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: phoenix ARF
I agree Hook, I would have been very surprised if the ARF was perfect for that price. I feel it's a good value for the price, that said I think I would prefer a lot less pre-fab and better quality. I have two of the first kits to arrive. Once the construction bugs were worked out I have a very good, not perfect flying P7. Would I buy another? Yes I would but I'm glad I didn't sell my P8 and P7 kits because when I want a perfect version I can build it myself. I'm still glad H9 gave this option to us and hope it works out.
Posted on: 9/14/2011 3:37 PM by Author "RonMcCormick" in the forum "Classic RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Video - Hanno Prettner flying Akrormaster at 88´s TOC
stg61abc, thanks for the heads up, I appreciate anything HANNO
Posted on: 9/4/2011 7:50 PM by Author "RonMcCormick" in the forum "Classic RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Great Pattern Video
I agree with you about Wolfgang Matt , my sons and I drove to Muncie to watch the semi finals on Sunday, while entering the Holiday Inn to check in a gentleman was caught up in the door carrying a fuse. I held the door for him and noticed he wore a Lichtenstein team shirt, I said "You guys are from the land of Wolfgang Matt" (thinking he would appreciate me recognizing their legendary pilot) he turned around and said "I am Wolfgang Matt" he looked great and I was nearly speechless. He was in 8th place at the time... think about that! It was a wonderful experience watching world class pilots fly and our guys looked great.
Posted on: 8/17/2011 7:33 PM by Author "RonMcCormick" in the forum "Classic RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Illusion
I agree on $425, not a BAD price considering the extras that came with it. I have a NIB Illusion I would not take $375 for it, if it was for sale, going to build it this winter.
Posted on: 8/13/2011 5:12 PM by Author "RonMcCormick" in the forum "Classic RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Engine dies during Running 8 pushover
Hi Dave, it's amazing how a fuel tank setup can work perfectly in every situation except one. I Had the same experience today with my new Hangar9 Phoenix7. I rebuilt the tank floor from the factory setup to get perfect tank position and today while test flying the plane my buddy and I both commented about the very consistent needle setting from full to empty and every attitude, we flew every type maneuver to check the tank position and it worked perfect except for the last quarter of the slow roll. It will consistently hiccup but keep running. It does not hiccup on the eight point roll!. Conclusion, the clunk weight is to light and not keeping up with the fuel when the attitude changes slowly. you may have a similar problem. Oh BTW I love the Hangar9 Phoenix7, I flew the original in contest in the 70's. Good Luck
Posted on: 7/23/2011 4:15 PM by Author "RonMcCormick" in the forum "Classic RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Ratchet Roll?
I tried the ratchet roll over the weekend and after doing 40 years of traditional 4, 8 and slow rolls I'm having to work on getting my head around this, has something to do with "old dogs, and tricks or something" I'm going to work on it till I get it. PS wouldn't be fun if it was easy
Posted on: 7/5/2011 7:32 PM by Author "RonMcCormick" in the forum "Classic RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Ratchet Roll?
That video version is not very interesting to me. If you can get two complete rotations why would you need a ratchet? It is just full rolls and point rolls in sequence. Doing the ratchet the same as you would with a wrench IS interesting to me. Perhaps that's why is not well known. I will play around with this next time out.
Posted on: 6/29/2011 9:23 AM by Author "RonMcCormick" in the forum "Classic RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Ratchet Roll?
Jon I haven't entered a contest since 79, but I love precision aerobatics, This is one of those maneuvers that grows on you as you think about it. I wonder what the Aresti diagram for a 1/8 ratchet 4 pt roll would look like. Any IMAC folks want to give it a shot? PS now I cant visualize this maneuver with out hearing a dam ratchet click !
Posted on: 6/28/2011 7:39 PM by Author "RonMcCormick" in the forum "Classic RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Ratchet Roll?
Looks like you are the expert! At least you have heard of it. First time I have heard of it. I'm as curious as you are. It is interesting that if centered and same time as normal 4pt you can not stop rolling. Do it with a stick plane looks neat. I will try it next time out. But it seems for a left ratchet 4 pt you have to start with a ratchet 1/8 right then to the 6, ratchet 1/8 right then to the 9 ect
Posted on: 6/28/2011 4:00 PM by Author "RonMcCormick" in the forum "Classic RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Attn Mods, What about Rusty Dose's information?
+8
Posted on: 5/6/2011 7:58 PM by Author "RonMcCormick" in the forum "Classic RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: 3D Dirty Birdy?
Ah, Is no comment a comment?
Posted on: 2/22/2011 7:38 PM by Author "RonMcCormick" in the forum "Classic RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Poju Stephansen Models
Amazing, I was just thinking about this plane-designer not two days ago, I made a half effort to look it up but not enough time. He was (is) a courageous designer. Thanks everyone for the pictures. Anyone with video?
Posted on: 2/21/2011 4:05 PM by Author "RonMcCormick" in the forum "Classic RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Great planes ultimate 160
Weighed it on my digital scale, same as advertised weight of the 4" true turn on their website 5.4oz. Think they changed the source for these spinners? This spinner looks exactly like all of my True Turn spinners machined in and out and back plate!
Posted on: 1/29/2011 9:41 AM by Author "RonMcCormick" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: Great planes ultimate 160
GPU arrived yesterday good price $380.00 delivered, amazing this ARF is still going strong. Nice machined 4" spinner was a surprise thought I would have to replace it. The kit looks great. This thread is a great resource for anyone one building this plane, thanks to all. DLE 55 Xoar 22 X 8 prop 7955 all (because I already have them) Jr powersafe receiver 2 X 2300 A123 batteries receiver 1 X 2300 A123 battery ignition Optical kill switch (no mechanical switches) Dubro flat hinges (epoxy and pinned) 20 oz tank
Posted on: 1/28/2011 8:27 AM by Author "RonMcCormick" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: Lou Andrews aeromaster bipe ..Any info ??
Read this http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=566313
Posted on: 1/20/2011 3:51 PM by Author "RonMcCormick" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: Classic Pattern Announcement
OK Ok OK Vince, 13-20
Posted on: 1/15/2011 9:33 AM by Author "RonMcCormick" in the forum "Classic RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: EU-1 vs. EU-1A Differences Help
Wayne I agree with Ralph, its great to hear the "back story" about planes from that era from the designers we knew only from afar. Thanks
Posted on: 1/8/2011 10:38 AM by Author "RonMcCormick" in the forum "Classic RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Kirkland Nutcracker Pattern Plane
Mike P That is a very interesting bit of information about the Nutcracker and Jim. If you can will you find out if the designer "evolved" the Nutcracker from Jims Intruder? I flew the Nutcracker in contest prior to switching to the Phoenix series and loved it, it has no bad tendencies at all. I have the Wing Kit also and look forward to building and flying it.
Posted on: 12/15/2010 2:35 AM by Author "RonMcCormick" in the forum "Classic RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: CPA 2011 Membership cards
Mine
Posted on: 12/13/2010 7:37 PM by Author "RonMcCormick" in the forum "Classic RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Ed Kazmurski's Taurus
Thats great news Duane, please let Gaye know how appreciative we all are as fans of Ed Kazmirski.
Posted on: 12/12/2010 6:25 PM by Author "RonMcCormick" in the forum "Classic RC Pattern Flying"
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