RE: BVM 60
Yes I have been in contact with BVM and they no longer have the photo booklet. Ron, Take a look at your manual and see if it references pictures that are not actually in the manual. That's the way my manual is. Thanks, Steve
Posted on: 8/29/2012 4:06 PM by Author "SteveC68" in the forum "RC Jets"
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BVM 60" F-86 help needed
I have an older (probably 1990's vintage) BVM Sabre that I bought from either the second or third owner. The kit is new and unstarted. Everything looks to be there except there is a photo book that goes with the instruction manual. The instruction manual references pictures out of the photo book. Does anyone happen to have this photo book left over from their build? Thanks, Steve
Posted on: 8/29/2012 10:31 AM by Author "SteveC68" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Twin Sabre Build: BVM and Trim Aircraft
How is the BVM F-86 build coming along. I too have an OLD BVM Sabre kit in the box (plans dated 1991) and I'd like to see a build thread. This is all I could find on speed brakes on the 60" BVM Sabre. http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3782681&postcount=207 Might help out a little.
Posted on: 8/3/2012 9:25 AM by Author "SteveC68" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: looking for a ME 163
Here is the build thread on that plane. [link=http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=985186]Brian Taylor Me163[/link]
Posted on: 3/7/2012 11:22 AM by Author "SteveC68" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: looking for a ME 163
Flight video of the Brian Taylor Me-163. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z_nYixWKUC8
Posted on: 3/6/2012 7:22 AM by Author "SteveC68" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: The latest in EDF
[quote]ORIGINAL: Vincent 3min flights ... yawn. Its fine running in a pod setup but once its installed in something scale the intake would have to be very over sized to suck in all that air just like the old DF days. Vin... [/quote] Oversized in what way. An EDF will fly just fine on a 70% FSA intake. In fact the only thing an oversized intake is going to do is slow down the top speed.
Posted on: 3/2/2012 12:02 PM by Author "SteveC68" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: T&J Models  Gloster Meteor (short kit)(EDF Jet)
Tony, Just saw these pictures and one thing that concerns me is your belly pan. It looks to me like the wing isn't mounted at the correct incidence. You might want to post those pics in Jim's original build thread on the 'other' forum and ask Jim for his thoughts. Steve
Posted on: 3/1/2012 6:56 AM by Author "SteveC68" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: looking for a ME 163
You can get the Brian Taylor designed 50" wingspan Me163 from Traplet here: http://shop.traplet.com/product.aspx?c=2523 From what I've seen it is an excellent flyer.
Posted on: 3/1/2012 6:40 AM by Author "SteveC68" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: BVM F-86 SABRE TURBINE MODIFICATIONS?
One of the addendums talks about the lead weight for the counterbalance in the rudder. Not sure if this completely eleminated the flutter problem or not. I looked around my box but didn't see the lead weight anywhere. Supposed to balance the rudder along the hinge line using the weight. Also mentioned in one of the addendums is the use of a gyro for the rudder.
Posted on: 1/26/2012 2:23 PM by Author "SteveC68" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: BVM F-86 SABRE TURBINE MODIFICATIONS?
One thing I noticed looking at the newsletters and what not that came with my kit is a price sheet from 1991. This kit when new back then cost $550. I wish BVM would offer it as a kit again instead of an ARF.
Posted on: 1/26/2012 12:22 PM by Author "SteveC68" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: BVM F-86 SABRE TURBINE MODIFICATIONS?
If you search on Youtube for either BVM Sabre or BVM F-86 you can see several pretty nice videos. Here are a couple of the more recent ones from Neil in the UK using a now out of production Stumax SM110-52 ducted fan. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9zYqZMja0XQ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P4izXqbk76c
Posted on: 1/26/2012 6:24 AM by Author "SteveC68" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: BVM F-86 SABRE TURBINE MODIFICATIONS?
BVM mechanical gear and doors in action! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xcKgd9eE29c I have one of these unbuilt in a box. Mine is from 1991 I think but it does have the carbon fibre reinforcement molded into the tail section as well as the pre sheeted horizontal stabs so maybe it isn't as old as that. I bought it from probably the 3rd or 4th owner. My kit came with a few of the BVM Sabre newsletters that have building tips. I wish I had all of those.
Posted on: 1/25/2012 12:14 PM by Author "SteveC68" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: BVM 80 inch F-86 Build
Any updates on this build Kirk? This has to be my ultimate dream model. Someday I will buy one. Steve
Posted on: 1/20/2012 5:58 AM by Author "SteveC68" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: top flite spitfire build
Excellent video Paul! Probably the best one I've seen of the Top Flite Spitfire. If you get a chance post more videos. Steve
Posted on: 1/13/2012 5:43 AM by Author "SteveC68" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Mig 31 Firefox
Here is some more info on the Firefox. This guy is actually in posession of at least one of the studio models of the Firefox. He was working on a 1/32 scale resin model to put into limited production, but that was put on hold due to some family matters. Not sure if Will is still doing anything on the Firefox or not, but he would be one to contact for more information. http://forum.largescaleplanes.com/index.php?showtopic=11226&st=0
Posted on: 1/6/2012 8:04 AM by Author "SteveC68" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: T&J Models  Gloster Meteor (short kit)(EDF Jet)
Yes the fuselage shape is correct for building a single seater F.8 Meteor. Only the canopy would have to be scratch built. I have the plans and they look very good. .
Posted on: 1/4/2012 5:58 AM by Author "SteveC68" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: BT P-51D Mustang Retracts
Why not just spring for the mechanical set by Unitracts. They are only $230.
Posted on: 8/22/2011 7:04 PM by Author "SteveC68" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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Problem with order yhst-17210252890263-193046
I have a problem with this order. Please see my post on RCDiscuss. http://www.rcdiscuss.com/index.php/topic,45454.0.html The package I received contained two right hand ducts. I need a left duct. Thank you, Steve
Posted on: 5/20/2011 3:29 AM by Author "SteveC68" in the forum "NitroModels Support"
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RE: BVM F-86 Goldenhawks color scheme.
Greg, I recently purchased a BVM Sabre and saw your post. Mine is the older kit version with the single piece wing and still new in box. If you are still looking for paint suggestions read this article. http://www.aircraftresourcecenter.com/Gal4/3801-3900/gal3897_F-86_Williams/00.shtm Keep in mind that Rodney Williams the guy that built that model has won many IPMS modeling competitions and he is comparing the paint he used with a paint chip from the paint that was used on the Golden Hawks. His recommendation is a product called SNJ (now sold by Hawkeye). http://www.hawkeyeshobbies.com/catalog/snj.htm Unfortunately it's sold in 1oz bottles. I'm not sure how much you would need but probably at least 10 bottles if not more.
Posted on: 5/2/2011 1:51 PM by Author "SteveC68" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Exceed RC Mig-15 70mm re-stock?
Why is the red one $12 more than the silver one? Is it because the red one is in stock? I bit the bullet and ordered the red one. I'll just have to paint it another scheme.
Posted on: 4/13/2011 12:05 PM by Author "SteveC68" in the forum "NitroModels Support"
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Exceed RC Mig-15 70mm re-stock?
Is this kit going be back in stock? http://www.nitroplanes.com/69a715-mig15-70mm-silver-kit-fixgear.html I'm not interested in the Red one that is in stock.
Posted on: 4/12/2011 11:55 AM by Author "SteveC68" in the forum "NitroModels Support"
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RE: BVM F-86 60
Dan, Love the Canadair Sabre. What did you use to get that aluminum finish? I just bought an older completely untouched BVM 60" Sabre kit so I'm looking at aluminum finish options. Steve [quote]ORIGINAL: DAN AVILLA Christian I converted one many years ago to a RAM 500. It is important to reinforce the rear of the fuselage in the tail area with carbon cloth. I also ordered all the new formers from BVM. As for location of turbine I purchased a bypass and pipe from BVM. It came with plans. When I sold the plane I gave him the plans. Maybe some one has a set of plans that they can pull the measurements for you. If you have the servo operated gear I think you will have problems. I converted mine to air and it worked great. Good luck Dan Avilla BVM rep [/quote]
Posted on: 3/27/2011 2:42 PM by Author "SteveC68" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: f2-h2 banshee scratch build underway
Hopefully this will help you with the canopy shape. I found this drawing after years of searching on the internet.
Posted on: 10/25/2010 4:46 PM by Author "SteveC68" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: -Planes you would like to see back in stock-
I would like to see the 1400mm P-51 kits back in stock. These: http://www.nitroplanes.com/93a51-p51-yellow-kit.html http://www.nitroplanes.com/93a51-p51-silver-kit.html
Posted on: 8/16/2010 11:15 AM by Author "SteveC68" in the forum "NitroModels Support"
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Art-Tech New 70mm fan F-14
Will Nitro-Planes be carrying this new F-14 by Art-Tech? http://www.art-tech.com/english/ArticleShow.asp?ArticleID=299 If you do please order some as kit only with no motors, esc, servos, battery, radio.
Posted on: 5/7/2010 2:12 PM by Author "SteveC68" in the forum "NitroModels Support"
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EDO 64mm fan back in stock anytime soon?
When is Nitroplanes going to be getting the EDO 64mm fans back in stock? http://www.nitroplanes.com/f-15-ducted-fan.html Steve
Posted on: 4/10/2010 2:27 PM by Author "SteveC68" in the forum "NitroModels Support"
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RE: 4 Blade on .60 size P-51’s – Solutions to problems…
What size is that Zinger?
Posted on: 12/11/2009 5:27 PM by Author "SteveC68" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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Exceed/Starmax F-18C (70mm edf) gone forever?
Are you ever going to get these back in stock or are they gone forever?
Posted on: 11/2/2009 12:03 PM by Author "SteveC68" in the forum "NitroModels Support"
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RE: -Planes you would like to see back in stock-
I noticed that Banana Hobbies is advertising a Version 2 of the Exceed/Starmax 70mm F-18 that has among other things factory rudder. Is Nitroplanes going to carry this new version? I have one of the Blue Angel F-18's from you, but I think I need a spare. :) Thanks, Steve
Posted on: 9/17/2009 11:51 PM by Author "SteveC68" in the forum "NitroModels Support"
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G&C Hobby F-16 (64mm) kit version request
Could you look into getting the G&C Hobby F-16 as a kit version? I have a Spektrum radio and I don't want to pay (even it's only $25) for some hoopty radio that I'm just going to throw in the trash anyway. A suggestion for ALL future EDFs is that you offer them as kit versions as well as RTF. Your competitor does sell an airframe only kit. http://www.hobby-lobby.com/mini_f_16_airframe_only_w_fan_unit_rc_jets_59063_prd1.htm
Posted on: 9/16/2009 10:28 AM by Author "SteveC68" in the forum "NitroModels Support"
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