To Pressurize or not to pressurize ...
With my tank positioned with the center of the tank about equal or a little less than in line with the spray bar on the carb....... I do not run pressure. I have a lot more movement on the needle valve for fine tuning. The engine runs fine inverted or not. The only time I use pressure is when I am flying my Sig SE and the tank is too low. I run the line that would be used as a pressure line out the bottom of the cowl as an overflow line. Several of us do this. What did people do when they had no muffler? They could not run pressure and the engine ran just fine. JMHO
Posted on: 9/9/2002 10:35 PM by Author "Tex Pilot" in the forum "Glow Engines"
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Muffler blowing apart on Magnum .61 4-stroke
Thanks Lee. That must be why it works for a while and then falls off. Due to not being able to find the end of the muffler...... I can't do the screw through the muffler trick. Hopefully I will hear from Hobby People today. It's raining here today so I won't be flying anyway. I look forward to the improvement in performance. I am flying a Sig SE with one of the 61's and a scratch built T-tail with the other. The T-tail is much lighter and has unlimited vertical already. The SE could use more power. I am probably going to scratch build a little larger and somewhat modified SE for a Magnum 91. I love the SE and the Magnum 91 is such a sweet engine. If the muffler does not give the 61 enough power I will probably put in a Saito 72 for the current SE. The SE has numerous flights over the last year or so and is still a favorite for me. If you are using a 12x6 prop...... the mas 11x7.5 should be a fairly good prop? Should I go with something different? I am running about 9500rpm with the mas 11x7.5 and would like a lot more on the vertical. I don't want to ruin the engine however. Thanks for the reply.
Posted on: 9/9/2002 2:09 PM by Author "Tex Pilot" in the forum "Glow Engines"
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Muffler blowing apart on Magnum .61 4-stroke
The baffle screws into the header side of the muffler and the tip screws onto the baffle. If I took the baffle out it would not have anything to screw on to. Both my Magnums run fantastic with a MasterAirscrew 11x7.5 prop. You may have to give it a little time to break in. Maybe you got a bad one? I have found that the muffler is now produced with a one piece unit that has even better performance than the older style. I understand that this is just on the latest production so you could have the old style. If the muffler comes apart or you can see a seam you probably have the older one. I'll let you know if the new mufflers are better performers. I am waiting for a response from Hobby People now to see when/if I get new mufflers.
Posted on: 9/8/2002 11:25 PM by Author "Tex Pilot" in the forum "Glow Engines"
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Muffler blowing apart on Magnum .61 4-stroke
I will be on my fourth muffler if they send me a new one soon. Anyone else had this problem and do you know of a fix? I have used the red locktite and it helped for a while.......... It is hard to find the end of the muffler after it falls off in flight..... I haven't found one yet :)
Posted on: 9/8/2002 10:51 PM by Author "Tex Pilot" in the forum "Glow Engines"
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Wing and Stabilizer arrangement for aerobatics
send photos after it is covered. Tex
Posted on: 3/4/2002 4:22 AM by Author "Tex Pilot" in the forum "Aerodynamics"
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...and I mean SCRATCH
Another view.
Posted on: 3/3/2002 11:08 PM by Author "Tex Pilot" in the forum "Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD"
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...and I mean SCRATCH
Here is the third of the series. They were drawn on freezer paper.... then just build the plane by measuring from a datum line and just........... do it! Tex
Posted on: 3/3/2002 10:56 PM by Author "Tex Pilot" in the forum "Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD"
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Wing and Stabilizer arrangement for aerobatics
Hi MikeJames. I tried to e-mail at the address you gave and could not get through. Here is another view of the (cruciform) tail plane. I guess I am calling it *Somethin Else* Thanks, Tex
Posted on: 3/3/2002 9:42 PM by Author "Tex Pilot" in the forum "Aerodynamics"
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Wing and Stabilizer arrangement for aerobatics
. Also..... the tail wire braceing will add to the strength. Tex
Posted on: 3/3/2002 9:13 PM by Author "Tex Pilot" in the forum "Aerodynamics"
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Wing and Stabilizer arrangement for aerobatics
about...... if not I appologize. Tex
Posted on: 3/1/2002 11:14 PM by Author "Tex Pilot" in the forum "Aerodynamics"
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Wood.
way. God bless, Tex
Posted on: 1/17/2002 1:44 AM by Author "Tex Pilot" in the forum "Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=24952

Finishing
Use Sig Koverall and water based polyurethane. It is easy....... as light as Monocote...... and a lot tougher....... plus you can just mask and paint any trim or multiple colors...... lots of colors..... I like Rustoleum...... stands up to 15% nitro......JMHO
Posted on: 1/8/2002 7:49 PM by Author "Tex Pilot" in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
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Landing..... C.G. forward or back?
Thanks for the replies........ I have found that with the cg just right....... not too tail heavy or nose heavy..... is the way to go. I wanted to be able to flair just right........ just before touch down........ and I now know how to do it. Thanks again. Tex
Posted on: 1/8/2002 7:39 PM by Author "Tex Pilot" in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
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Landing..... C.G. forward or back?
the forum go round. Happy New Year! Tex
Posted on: 12/26/2001 3:18 PM by Author "Tex Pilot" in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
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Do you use pressure on your fuel system?
Sorry Gunshipper if you thought my reply was with fear and / or anger. It was not meant to be that way. I was only trying to say that if you have not tried this......... then how can you say it does not work. I am proud that the experts run pressure. If it works best for them...... then thats great. I am only telling the few that think they would like to know........ you don't have to run pressure on your 4-strokes. We have checked performance with a tach..... using same engine and fuel and prop. No better with the pressure line. I like the clean look of the plane without the pressure line running to the muffler. It is very simple to run pressure......... but if it is not needed....... I don't think I will use it. My *seasoned* friend let me in on this well kept secret. You can use it........ or you can rebute it ......... I like all the responses....... its just that when someone tells me that my engines will not run that way......... I guess I just forgot to tell them :)..... cause they are still running happily. Thanks for your reply, and have a Merry Christmas! I really mean it........ no ugly replies coming from this direction. I'm really not mad.... or in fear...... :) edited to add. You will have to change your high speed needle setting. You will realize a much greater range of adjustment..... less finicky with your engine not changing with just one click of the needle. Try it!
Posted on: 12/25/2001 11:27 PM by Author "Tex Pilot" in the forum "Glow Engines"
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Do you use pressure on your fuel system?
Hello Gunshipgunner. Do you ever take your needle valve out and clean it? I was just wondering what you were cleaning off it when you do. If you do not you are the *only* seasoned pilot that I have heard of that does not. This would be a very unusual condition. Chook...... You must always use... Merry Christmas, Tex
Posted on: 12/25/2001 4:08 AM by Author "Tex Pilot" in the forum "Glow Engines"
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Do you use pressure on your fuel system?
this? Tex edited to add that this is for 4-strokes only. I don't know about 2-strokes.
Posted on: 12/24/2001 10:24 PM by Author "Tex Pilot" in the forum "Glow Engines"
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What do you use to clean your plane?
I use the $1 a bottle stuff that does not have amonia from Dollar General...... or Dollar Saver. It lasts a long time and I don't mind using it on straight stream to blast clean the cowl and engine area.
Posted on: 12/24/2001 10:14 PM by Author "Tex Pilot" in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
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How many dont fly in the winter time?
I look forward to flying in the snow with my floats on my Cub....... if it will ever snow enough in south central Oklahoma. I do prefer the nice warm......... just a slight breeze coming in off the lake..... at the beach watching float planes.... type days way better. Tex
Posted on: 12/24/2001 10:10 PM by Author "Tex Pilot" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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Happy Holidays!
I too would like to wish a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Please remember the reason for the season. He died so that we may have life. I am forever grateful..... and I give my life to him. Tex
Posted on: 12/24/2001 10:04 PM by Author "Tex Pilot" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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Which 4-stroke to purchase?
Hello Chook. Sorry...... I only wish I had experience with that engine...... I'd really like to have one. You may just want to look up the specs and see if it has the power etc.... that you need. If it is a Magnum and a 4 stroke...... I'd say you are ok on the purchase. Let me know what you decide. Merry Christmas, Tex
Posted on: 12/24/2001 9:50 PM by Author "Tex Pilot" in the forum "Glow Engines"
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Methods to fuel proof firewall
again. JMHO :) Tex
Posted on: 12/24/2001 7:54 PM by Author "Tex Pilot" in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=27386

Landing..... C.G. forward or back?
in advance for the advise. Merry Christmas! Tex
Posted on: 12/24/2001 7:49 PM by Author "Tex Pilot" in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
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Which 4-stroke to purchase?
my prop :) Tex
Posted on: 12/24/2001 3:32 AM by Author "Tex Pilot" in the forum "Glow Engines"
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Which 4-stroke to purchase?
Awwwwww. Lighten up guys. I know pault and he's usually a fairly friendly fellow......... maybe he's just tired of puttin up with the rookies he helps out at the field........ like me.:) Really...... I just bet paul didn't even know that all caps is like SHOUTING.:) Hey pault......... I still love ya buddie....... you can yell at me all day long........... as long as you keep teaching me to fly them there air vehicles the way their supposed to be flown........... no upside down landings. See you at the field Paul. Yep its me..... that Cub flying fool..... almost have my floats covered.
Posted on: 12/24/2001 2:15 AM by Author "Tex Pilot" in the forum "Glow Engines"
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Aerobatic Plane
to 30 dollars worth of wood. Appreciate any feedback. Tex
Posted on: 12/21/2001 10:27 PM by Author "Tex Pilot" in the forum "Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=27108

heat activated glues
Neither of them are actually concidered glue.......... but yes you could say that they are heat activated. When you put heat on the fabric ..... it will melt the polyurethane to the wood. Its best to put the fabric and heat on about 2 hours after the application of poly........ or no less than 24 hours. If you wait longer than 24 hrs. just apply another coat. Tex
Posted on: 12/21/2001 3:59 PM by Author "Tex Pilot" in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
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Canopy Glue
... and keeps the dirt and fuel out. Hope this helps. Tex
Posted on: 12/21/2001 4:21 AM by Author "Tex Pilot" in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
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Fabric covering glue
Use water base polyurethane clear. I use Ace brand and have had no problems at all. Really light and hard.
Posted on: 12/21/2001 4:12 AM by Author "Tex Pilot" in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
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Shipping Large Planes
Just shipped another today. A Tiger 2 . I'll let you know how it went. If it is like the last time....... no problem at all. I paid Mailboxes etc. to pack the plane....... that was not cheap!
Posted on: 12/21/2001 4:00 AM by Author "Tex Pilot" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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