RE: Where are the pics from the big Phoenix race?
Here's the great fly-off video between Chuck Andraka (my teammate) and Jim Allen. It was a close race until the unfortunate happened. It is one to remember for Chuck, especially on his first Q40 race. http://www.youtube.com/embed/WD5odviq42w Sam
Posted on: 3/7/2012 1:30 PM by Author "SSAN" in the forum "Q-40 Racing"
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RE: Winterfest Day 1
Here's a link to the 2012 Phoenix Winterfest Q500 race photos. http://speedworldrcf.com/pictures/q500/winterfest_2012/index_1.html#1 Enjoy!
Posted on: 2/15/2012 8:50 AM by Author "SSAN" in the forum "Q-500 Racing"
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RE: February 25-26, 2012 Phoenix Race
And let the bench racing begin.
Posted on: 1/17/2012 8:53 AM by Author "SSAN" in the forum "Q-40 Racing"
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RE: February 25-26, 2012 Phoenix Race
Hey Dave, No, not yet. It's still in the design phase and doing research with different airfoils etc. Although I have a used one to race with and be there to have to some fun with it. Great job building and see you at the race! Sam
Posted on: 1/17/2012 8:51 AM by Author "SSAN" in the forum "Q-40 Racing"
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RE: February 25-26, 2012 Phoenix Race
Gary, Yeah. AJ is right, I need a lot of bench racing work.
Posted on: 1/15/2012 7:17 PM by Author "SSAN" in the forum "Q-40 Racing"
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RE: February 25-26, 2012 Phoenix Race
That looks like a lot of works there, Dave. Team SAM-RAI will be there at the Q40 race in February too. See you then! Sam
Posted on: 1/11/2012 9:43 AM by Author "SSAN" in the forum "Q-40 Racing"
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RE: Waiting for the release
Very nice looking engine indeed. It seem like a hybrid design between Jett and Nelson in term of an appearance wise. The 25,000+ RPM with 7.4x7.7C prop on the ground is strong and seem to unload well in the air too, but we'll see how competitive it is in competition when it's ready.
Posted on: 1/11/2012 9:36 AM by Author "SSAN" in the forum "General Racing Discussion"
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RE: WHat makes this sport attractive?
It's about the all around competition. RC Pylon racing is a technical sport and for one to really enjoy it and stay in it a long tine take a person with a very competitive and technical nature. Those that come and go are the one in it just for a short fun time and later move on to something else. You'll see! Good friendship can come from all sort of different sports and not just Pylon racing. Fast planes and good friendship comes alone with the environment and will be the same with any sports in general. What keeps me going is the COMPETITION and with good, like-minded friendship I've made along the way. The people you meet and good friendship you made are a gift and will last a life time, but without the added technical competition, I will probably find something else competitive to do. Good competition what really drives me, and fast planes and friendship what keeps me going. Compete With Pride and Lose With Dignity. This is the way of the SAM-RAI...
Posted on: 1/11/2012 9:35 AM by Author "SSAN" in the forum "General Racing Discussion"
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RE: SAM-RAI Racing New Website
Hello Fellow Modelers and Racers, We're now having our special Holiday Sales on some items from today, December 22, 2011 to January 5, 2012. Check us out at SAM-RAI Racing and shop with us with confidence. http://shop.sam-rairacing.com/ Have a wondeful Christmas and a Happy New Year! Thanks, SAM-RAI Racing
Posted on: 12/22/2011 10:11 AM by Author "SSAN" in the forum "General Racing Discussion"
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RE: Fall Special
That looks nice, Scott!
Posted on: 10/27/2011 10:37 AM by Author "SSAN" in the forum "Q-500 Racing"
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RE: 426 Props - Gino's Style (What?)
The Gino's prop (8.75x8.5N) seem to be the prop of choice for AMA 428 class and has been the faster prop used with the new Long Stroke Nelson and Jett racing engines. However, it only works well under the right condition with good air and with a strong motor. The lower pitch Gino's style props of 8.75x8.0N and 8.75x8.25N has been an excellent choices for both 426 and 428 Q500 classes. Wev'e tested the 8.75x8.25N prop at Whittier Narrow Park, CA flying the full composite SAM-RAI Q500 powered by a Jett LS engine, and the average speed we radar was in the 185-187 MPH inside the course coming from Pylon 1 to 2 during practice. This prop (8.75x8.25N) seem to works best with the Jett LS engine in the CA thick air vs. the 8.75x8.5N that most used with the Nelson engine. Just something to think about.
Posted on: 10/27/2011 10:35 AM by Author "SSAN" in the forum "Q-500 Racing"
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SAM-RAI Racing New Website
Hello Modelers and Racers, We would now like to introduce our new and latest website. Many hours and efforts were put into the new site to better serve and support racers and Sport modelers alike. Please come by and check us out at www.Sam-RaiRacing.com for racing information, resources and the products we offer. Thank you, SAM-RAI Racing
Posted on: 8/5/2011 12:03 PM by Author "SSAN" in the forum "Q-500 Racing"
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SAM-RAI Racing New Website
Hello Modelers and Racers, We would now like to introduce our new and latest website. Many hours and efforts were put into the new site to better serve and support racers and Sport modelers alike. Please come by and check us out at www.Sam-RaiRacing.com for racing information, resources and the products we offer. Thank you, SAM-RAI Racing
Posted on: 8/5/2011 11:49 AM by Author "SSAN" in the forum "General Racing Discussion"
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RE: Old Julian Airport 2011 Spring Results
Sound like those that attended had good times and some fun racing. Congrats to all the top performers! Looking forward to see some racing photos.
Posted on: 5/2/2011 7:18 PM by Author "SSAN" in the forum "General Racing Discussion"
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RE: Dot forget your camera - Phoenix classic
You can check out the web link below for the 2011 Phoenix Q40 Classic race photos. Here are some to start. Enjoy! [IMG]http://www.nmpra.org/phpBB3/download/file.php?id=4197&mode=view[/IMG] [IMG]http://www.nmpra.org/phpBB3/download/file.php?id=4196&mode=view[/IMG] [IMG]http://www.nmpra.org/phpBB3/download/file.php?id=4186&mode=view[/IMG] More photos at this web link: http://www.nmpra.org/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=2730
Posted on: 3/9/2011 8:25 AM by Author "SSAN" in the forum "Q-40 Racing"
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RE: RACING
Quien gana? Esperamos para las fotos. :-)
Posted on: 8/8/2010 10:06 PM by Author "SSAN" in the forum "Q-500 Racing"
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RE: Manufacturer Needed for Patent Pending Product....
Here you go... http://www.fiberglasssales.com/ Those guys specializes in composite manufacturing and they should be able to do what you're looking for. Hope this helps.
Posted on: 8/6/2010 5:54 PM by Author "SSAN" in the forum "General Racing Discussion"
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RE: Nats News
The last and final RC Pylon report has been updated. See link below for more info... http://www.modelaircraft.org/files/071910.pdf
Posted on: 7/19/2010 2:23 PM by Author "SSAN" in the forum "Q-500 Racing"
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RE: Hodges Hobby's Race Results for 424 7/17/10
Barry, Some photos would be nice. ;-) How many laps are you guys running each round in 428? The lap times are way off from the norm on what 428 times normally are. Just curious!
Posted on: 7/18/2010 3:08 PM by Author "SSAN" in the forum "Q-500 Racing"
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RE: Nats News
The 5th issue has been updated. See link below for more info... The Q40 Finals has not been updated yet, but will post that later once available. http://www.modelaircraft.org/files/071710.pdf
Posted on: 7/18/2010 3:02 PM by Author "SSAN" in the forum "Q-500 Racing"
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RE: Nats News
The 4th issue now updated. See link below for more details... https://www.modelaircraft.org/files/071610.pdf
Posted on: 7/16/2010 1:46 PM by Author "SSAN" in the forum "Q-500 Racing"
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RE: Nats News
The 3rd issue now updated. See attachment for more info... http://www.modelaircraft.org/files/071510.pdf
Posted on: 7/15/2010 4:10 PM by Author "SSAN" in the forum "Q-500 Racing"
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RE: Nats News
The 2nd issue is now updated for today July 14, 2010. http://www.modelaircraft.org/files/071410.pdf
Posted on: 7/14/2010 5:38 PM by Author "SSAN" in the forum "Q-500 Racing"
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Sepulveda Basin Race Results And Photos
Check out the web link below for some race photos this past weekend (June 26-27, 2010) at the Sepulveda Basin in CA ( San Fernando Valley Flyers). Enjoy! http://nmpra.org/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=2519
Posted on: 6/29/2010 10:08 PM by Author "SSAN" in the forum "Q-500 Racing"
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RE: Post pictures of your RACERS!
Here are three SAM-RAI with simple color scheme. Simpley red...
Posted on: 6/29/2010 9:55 PM by Author "SSAN" in the forum "Q-500 Racing"
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RE: AR6 Q40 giveaway
I thought about doing that a long time ago, but I got to fill some orders and provide the SAM-RAI full composite kits to a few people first to get them going. I don't want to make any promises unless I can keep them, and right now I got to take care of those priority before I will be able to do anything like that. BTW... That's great of you to do that. You're a gentlemen indeed!
Posted on: 5/15/2010 1:18 AM by Author "SSAN" in the forum "Q-500 Racing"
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RE: AR6 Q40 giveaway
A few of us from Phoenix, AZ will be there at the Basin race. Myself, Tony Lopez and a couple other pilots too. BTW Dave, I owed you a gallon of fuel. See you at the Basin in June. Sam
Posted on: 5/14/2010 5:13 PM by Author "SSAN" in the forum "Q-500 Racing"
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RE: Best engine for a Viper 500?
LGM, For what you are intending to do, get yourself the new SEMPRA Sport Jett motor. The price is 250.00 and is built solid just like the current quickie motors of today with exception of less HP. The new SEMPRA motor is basically the first generation Q500 engine of the past from what Dub told me, but it was designed to fit the bill for the new AMA 428 class in trying to slow down the speed of quickie racing. This engine will work great on that Viper for practicing and keep you on your toes. Give Dub a call and tell you want the SEMPRA motor as it's not listed on the website. Hope this helps.
Posted on: 5/5/2010 3:33 PM by Author "SSAN" in the forum "Q-500 Racing"
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RE: 1st run on sport jett 500
For a flying break-in, use a prop that allowed the engine to turn up closer to 20,000 RPM on the ground and back it out about 1000 on the rich side and let her lose. Fly several flights with it and then lean it out a little more after that. You will notice much increase in speed, but still rich enough with smoke trail behind the plane. If you break-in on the bench like most folks do, I would recommend using a Q40 carbon prop for that with the same procedure as decribed above. TAKE NOTES: Do not use the sport 9x4 prop as the hub on that prop were not to design for high RPM application. Use the Pylon Props with the D hub such as a 8.75 or 8.8 diameter with 8.5 pitch or less to get the RPM up. Hope this helps.
Posted on: 5/2/2010 1:00 AM by Author "SSAN" in the forum "Q-500 Racing"
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Basin Race Photos, April 2010
For those that are interested in some racing photos, here some photos taken from last weekend race at the The Sepulveda Basin in CA. Check out the links below and enjoy! [img]http://i379.photobucket.com/albums/oo240/j_raquet/DSC_0383.jpg[/img] [img]http://www.nmpra.org/phpBB3/download/file.php?id=3510&mode=view[/img] http://www.nmpra.org/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=2460 http://www.nmpra.org/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=2441&start=10
Posted on: 4/15/2010 3:20 PM by Author "SSAN" in the forum "Q-500 Racing"
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