RE: Military colors only at warbird meets?
I have to go with the event director on this one. He prepared for a warbird exhibition, expecting everyone to bring planes in war paint, and he put it in the flyer. Guys who will go to the trouble of organizing an event deserve the support of everyone in the club. And if you want to have a warbird racer event, just organize one, publish the flyer, arrange for parking, vendors, transmitter impound (or specify 2.4G only), advertise it, get volunteers to help and have at it! Just be sure to let people know what you expect them to exhibit and fly. That's what clubs are for, mutual support. If you don't fly whizbangs, and someone wants to have a whizbang meet, you can still help with parking, or sell popcorn, or arrange a door prize drawing, or play music for them. The whizbang guy will help out when you have that racer event. Or so it seems to me. Dave Olson
Posted on: 9/14/2012 1:03 PM by Author "Scar" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Model Aviation and Dogs
[quote]ORIGINAL: BarracudaHockey In short its up to the club. (and possibly any legal restrictions they are under) I can tell you from what happened at an event last year, gas engine + carbon prop + loose dog = bad [/quote] Boy, do I hear that! One of our late club members often brought his dog, on a leash, when he wasn't flying. I guess the dog needed a place to use for a bathroom. Oh well. For the most part, members are good about keeping dogs tied up at the field. Visitors, not so much. I wouldn't make a dog sit & listen to our engines (or on electrics, the prop whine.) Doesn't seem fair. Dave Olson
Posted on: 9/6/2012 10:16 AM by Author "Scar" in the forum "AMA Discussions"
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RE: Airborne Models
I'll chime in, in support of Airborne Models. Good product, support after the sale. Low key advertising, too. Dave Olson
Posted on: 9/5/2012 7:37 AM by Author "Scar" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: Listen to this post it's the truth
[quote]ORIGINAL: Mad zac  We need a rc universe phone app  [/quote] I don't need it. No problem, though, if you want to create one and share it with people. Good luck Dave Olson
Posted on: 9/4/2012 8:49 PM by Author "Scar" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: SUKHOI - HELP NEEDED
[quote]ORIGINAL: DBeckner The box doesnt have all the writing on it  . so I am guessing by looking at the parts and what writing is legible. SUKHOI SU 26 wing span 58.5 - 60? fuselage 48.5 engine maybe 40 -60 [/quote] Does it say AKM anywhere? AK Models sold a small Sukhoi kit like that. They're still around, but that kit doesn't show on their website any more. Good luck, Dave Olson
Posted on: 9/1/2012 10:35 AM by Author "Scar" in the forum "Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD"
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RE: Should a beginner buy a sealing iron?
[quote]ORIGINAL: 70x7 ....or can a clothes iron with a <a href=''http://www.amazon.com/Coverite-Pocket-Thermometer/dp/B000X4OLQ2/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1345648792&sr=8-1&keywords=coverite+pocket+thermometer'' target=''_blank''>Coverite Pocket Thermometer do the trick? This will be my first balsa build, and I'm trying to keep initial costs to a minumum (but I also want to have a successful build). [/quote] Excellent, the infrared thermometer was the best thing to happen in covering in a long time. You can find them on sale at Harbor Freight some times. I use mine all the time, for more things than I ever anticipated. I covered my first wing with a clothes iron (Army guys can operate an iron almost as well as Marines.) When I started getting into the corners around the tail feathers, I decided a trim iron would be a good idea. You'll get there with a clothes iron, if you don't have a trim iron. Welcome aboard. Dave Olson
Posted on: 8/22/2012 10:12 AM by Author "Scar" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Early RC Models
Well, a few years ago, Wing Manufacturing bought Early RC. Not sure why the Early RC website's still up, but Wing closed their doors. Would love to see them get back in production! Dave Olson
Posted on: 8/7/2012 10:14 AM by Author "Scar" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: House of Balsa - Chea Pass - Stick
Nicely done! You fly at WRCF? Dave Olson (WRCF member)
Posted on: 8/4/2012 2:50 PM by Author "Scar" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Answer please!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
[quote]ORIGINAL: jrcaster I have never tried a heat gun. I use a monokote iron and a hot glove. That way I can press the covering into the framework. [/quote] I'm with jrcaster on this one. There are good reasons, I'll try to explain. Heat softens the adhesive backing on the back of the covering. If you blow hot air over the covering, it will shrink and simultaneously loosen the adhesive at the edge - and in shrinking, the covering pulls the covering away from where it's adhered. Not really tightening the covering, just shifting it. Heat the covering in between ribs with a covering iron. The part you heat will shrink and the covering that's adhered to the wood around the edges does not loosen, since you don't heat it. Good luck, Dave Olson
Posted on: 7/22/2012 7:32 AM by Author "Scar" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Thanx for getting me junkmail
Neat thing about MY provider is the spam catcher. If one gets thru, I can mark it SPAM with a button, and next time they don´t get thru. Sometimes I check the spam bucket for stuff that should get through. All part of having Email. Good luck, Dave Olson
Posted on: 7/11/2012 9:13 AM by Author "Scar" in the forum "AMA Discussions"
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RE: Why buy a kit just to have it?
I am going to build every single kit in my attic. They are NOT for sale! They are MINE MINE MINE, and I´ll get started on them next week. Or thereabouts. Really! I´m NOT OCD! Obsessive Compulsive Disorder has NOTHING to do with it! So there! Dave Olson
Posted on: 7/8/2012 4:27 PM by Author "Scar" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: Hitec, how to program down elevator with low throttle
Sounds to me like you have too much engine down thrust. When you cut the power, you lose the down thrust. If that's it, put some shims under the bottom screws on your motor mount, to tilt the engine up. That may take a couple of different thicknesses to find the right one. Good luck Dave Olson
Posted on: 7/2/2012 9:58 AM by Author "Scar" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: Back in the game- Aircraft Radio question
I should think you could get that used 8103 for considerably less than $150, but it might not have all the servos or a charger. If you see one, complete, I think they'd accept $150 in a heartbeat! Good luck, Dave Olson
Posted on: 6/13/2012 9:20 AM by Author "Scar" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: going to try instead of arf.
[quote]ORIGINAL: morgan175  hello please help suggest a kit that is easy and I mean easy ( cut and dry with directions) that will be my first build.  I want to feel that feeling you all say about when you have built it from the ground up.  Price does not matter.  Would a 60 be better then a 40.  please let me know your thoughts.  Dont care if it is a trainer or 3d just want something I did that is EASY. [/quote] I won't disagree with those who like the Sig SE and the Dazzler & Uproar. However, you ask about an easy build with directions, and that calls for something like the Sig LT-40 or the Balsa USA Student Trainer. Both have directions that are written for the novice. And, when you finish, you'll have a nice flying, big floater of a plane. Next time, try an SE or Uproar. Just my 2¢ worth, Dave Olson
Posted on: 6/6/2012 10:25 AM by Author "Scar" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: A new rogue pilot with questions
JetMech, Unless our friend is going to have an experienced instructor, I see no point in having a more efficient prop. It will keep him going slow, with the engine at full throttle. A good idea, when he forgets to pull back the throttle stick. As lots of beginners do. Since the plane will be going slow at full throttle, he'll need the extra lift from the flaps, at low speed. Conversely, he could do as countless others have - put on a good prop, make the plane slick and speedy, and slam it into the ground at full throttle before he has time to react. Not much of a learning experience. Just my opinion, results may vary. Best wishes, Dave Olson
Posted on: 5/30/2012 9:24 AM by Author "Scar" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: A new rogue pilot with questions
I'm going to suggest you keep the 3 blade prop, for the following reason. As Hydro Junkie said, the engine is a little difficult to keep tuned. To make that less important, run the engine at high speed. Then high air speed will be a problem, unless you use an inefficient prop - so use the 3 blade item. With that setup, you can learn about tuning the engine. You can run it wide open (as new folks tend to do) without reaching such high speed that you don't have time to react. And, actually, using the flaps (to keep your air speed down) is not such a bad idea. When you're more experienced, you can put the flaps up and put on a more efficient prop, and the plane will go faster, but at the moment that's not the objective. First, fly like you want (wide open throttle), use the flaps & brakes & inefficient 3-blade prop to keep your air speed down, and you'll have a better chance to learn things. Good luck, Dave Olson
Posted on: 5/30/2012 5:32 AM by Author "Scar" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: how to build a three peice wing
[quote]ORIGINAL: rye hi deadeye i would like to leave the center section on the plane and the outer wings to bolt into the center section thanks rye [/quote] Usually done with a wing tube. In this case, the only different thing is the removable center section. Still need a long support (tube or spar) through the center and deep into the wings. Good luck, Dave Olson
Posted on: 5/29/2012 6:22 PM by Author "Scar" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: My Ad is no longer showing and has been up for less than 48hrs.
http://www.rcuniverse.com/market/searchResults.cfm?ListMemberID=580452 That's where I found your ad. Dave Olson
Posted on: 5/27/2012 5:13 PM by Author "Scar" in the forum "MarketPlace questions or problem?"
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RE: Memorial Day
+ 1 Past and present military folks, know that we appreciate your service. Dave Olson (drafted, 1966, US Army)
Posted on: 5/25/2012 12:30 PM by Author "Scar" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: real flight G2
Hey, I'm using 2.5, still works! Not to be contrary, but if there's ever a good place to get used to using rudder with your left stick, it's on the sim. I encourage it! Just take off, get to altitude, and pull aileron & elevator to make a turn. You'll notice the nose of the plane is high. Add some rudder, you'll see the nose line up with the plane's line of flight. If you crash... restart! That's what sims are for! After about two sessions, you'll find yourself doing all sorts of rudder work, one wheel touch & go's, knife edge, etc. Good luck, Dave Olson
Posted on: 5/15/2012 9:39 AM by Author "Scar" in the forum "RC Flight Simulator Software"
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RE: My first wreck
Now you have a story to tell the new guys! Keep up the good work on the rebuild, and let us know how you fare next time. Dave Olson
Posted on: 5/8/2012 10:41 PM by Author "Scar" in the forum "Crash & Rebuild"
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RE: Does anyone make ARC (NOt ARF) planes anymore???
Last I knew, Top Flite P47 and P51 were available in ARC. Seems like Tower had a pylon racer available in ARC, too. Just about any of the laser cut kits are only a few hours away from ARC... Good luck, Dave Olson
Posted on: 5/8/2012 5:34 AM by Author "Scar" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: Glow Fuel Line
Sure, I have. Cub, Tequila Sunrise, FW190, maybe others. Or a fuel "dot". Either way, convenient installation, not much extra work on the tank. Good luck. Dave Olson
Posted on: 5/5/2012 11:46 AM by Author "Scar" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: Has there ever?
[quote]ORIGINAL: fliers1 [b]RC Report use to print honest reviews on products, but the hard copy magazine is no longer in business. fliers1[/b][size=2][/size] [/quote] True, they'd print honest reviews, from the perspective of an expert commenting on a product. About the worst comment I ever saw was "Can't recommend this for a beginner." I recall leafing through a lengthy review on a new Futaba computer radio with all the subprograms for settings. (This is when computer radios were fairly new.) The review had no negative comments. I found the screens unclear, the manual confusing, and the settings difficult, even after reading the review. The review commented on how to get the job done, again with the perspective of a seasoned RC pilot. The reviews were thorough and critical, but there was none of the dismissive tone you see here on posts. I miss the print magazine. Dave Olson
Posted on: 4/30/2012 9:53 AM by Author "Scar" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: Birds crashin planes
Major League Baseball game, several years ago, bird winging across the field between pitcher and catcher, all on video. Pitcher releases the ball, bird comes into picture, feathers fly, bird goes down, umpire throws up his arms, they clean off the field. That video's probably still on You-tube someplace. Don't know why birds would attack you. Lot of mosquitos in your cap? Gnats buzzing around your neck? Good luck, Dave Olson
Posted on: 4/29/2012 8:12 AM by Author "Scar" in the forum "RC Humor"
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RE: Easy tiger Giant Spitfire
Yes, I clicked on panhndl's link (Post 5) and saw no belt drive. Dave Olson
Posted on: 4/23/2012 1:59 PM by Author "Scar" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Is a Poulan 25cc a weaker engine?
Oddy, There's nothing wrong with converting that Poulan 25cc, if you have something that needs a lot of weight in the nose and has a lot of wing area (like, say, a big Cub.) However, if you want to fly 3D with an Extra, you'll probably want to pick an engine less massive. It all depends on how you want to fly. Best wishes, Dave Olson
Posted on: 4/23/2012 9:32 AM by Author "Scar" in the forum "Engine Conversions"
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RE: RE:
Google search, finds this post from another forum site, dated Jan. 2007: [quote]We are sorry to announce that Doug McMillan passed away unexpectedly on May 24, 2006. His family has decided not to continue the business... [/quote] The original post above was from about a year before he died. There's always more to the story, eh? Dave Olson
Posted on: 4/22/2012 11:14 AM by Author "Scar" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: RE:
[quote]now ..... about all those supposed German Birds in underground tunnels [/quote] No kidding! I understand there are very few Daimler-Benz inverted vee engine blocks remaining. A cache of those would be a remarkable find. Not to mention complete planes. Not holding my breath on either, but we can always hope. Dave Olson
Posted on: 4/22/2012 11:05 AM by Author "Scar" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: RE:
[quote]ORIGINAL: huck1199 Interesting that the article refers to these planes as 'jets'. [/quote] Wow, two places! I missed that the first time through.
Posted on: 4/20/2012 5:45 AM by Author "Scar" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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