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RE: BTE Delta Vortex Construction Photos
I wish I had time to build one.... Wish they had some of those ARF's !! I do own one, I bought it for $25 (built) Later.....
Posted on: 5/16/2013 2:21 PM by Author "The1User"
in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: *Hangar 9 New Pulse 125*
Well, you may have had to cut it a lot BUT it looks nice and tight !! (looks clean, very good)
Posted on: 6/13/2012 9:33 PM by Author "The1User"
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11117567
RE: FUNJET
Hello everyone, I have a Funjet Ultra and using the "power pack" motor, metal motor mount and prop from Multiplex My question it does anyone know if the plane flies better with the Multiplex Propeller 6x5.5 ( http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXBFBP&P=7) At $7.49 each is there any benefit to using the Multiplex Propeller over a good cheap APC prop? Thanks Joe
Posted on: 6/7/2012 1:33 PM by Author "The1User"
in the forum "Electric RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11110337
RE: *Hangar 9 New Pulse 125*
Hi SportsFans, I know the plane has a big wing that limits speed, just wondering if there is any speed difference between the DLE20 and the 120 2 cycle? I have a 40 and just LOVE it, getting ready to maiden my 125 next week or so [image]http://www.joe100.com/bedroomceiling/PlanesBedroomCeiling2other.jpg[/image] T800 Pilot [image]http://www.joe100.com/bedroomceiling/TerminatorCanopy2.jpg[/image] Braided Exhaust Hose [image]http://www.joe100.com/bedroomceiling/BraidedExhaustHose2.jpg[/image] Here is a video of a FAST XT 40 using only an OS 46AX & 11x6APC prop (most Pulse fans have seen this video, one of my favorites) Look at the speed in the video at about 1:51 and 2:15 (time) There is also a very cool dead stick Joe [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TAXRyLF58e0&feature=fvst[/youtube]
Posted on: 10/19/2011 7:58 AM by Author "The1User"
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10772940
RE: *Hangar 9 New Pulse 125*
Hey everyone, Do you guys think the DLE20 will pull the Pulse 125 around as FAST (speed) as a 120 2 cycle? Thanks Joe
Posted on: 10/18/2011 2:56 PM by Author "The1User"
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10771834
RE: Battery in the center or on the side?
Hi deviltrigger, We are going to order 2 of the Slash 4X4 ultimate today, We found them for $450 each (delivered) Thanks for your input on the batteries and larger tires Longer wheelbase and larger tires sounds like a winner to me Thanks Everyone! Joe
Posted on: 9/12/2011 7:48 AM by Author "The1User"
in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10712726
RE: Battery in the center or on the side?
I forgot one thing, What 3 cell battery do you guys use? I am into Planes and buy Good Cheap batteries from HobbyKing, anyone using them? The 25 C spec is easy to find cheap at HobbyKing (they even have 35 c for very cheap and they last a long time, I have some that are over 2 years old) Thanks Again! Joe
Posted on: 9/9/2011 7:34 AM by Author "The1User"
in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10708615
RE: Battery in the center or on the side?
The Slash 4X4 Brushless RTR sounds nice After proanti1 mentioned 1/10 scale can handle grass a bit better I think we definitely want to go the 1/10 scale (thanks) For the extra cash is the slash worth getting in the "Ultimate" for the upgraded parts? or the Platinum getting my own radio? [i] Blue-anodized 6061-T6 aluminum C-Hubs Blue-anodized 6061-T6 aluminum steering blocks Blue-anodized 6061-T6 aluminum rear hub carriers Blue-anodized 6061-T6 aluminum axle nuts Hard-anodized, Teflon-coated Big Bore™ shocks with Titanium Nitride shafts Adjustable front and rear swaybars Included optional extra-stiff swaybar set Sealed, silicone filled center differential (included separately) (installs trackside in just minutes replacing the Torque-Control® slipper) Officially-licensed BFGoodrich® Mud-Terrain™ T/A® Tires molded in S1 race compound [/i] Hey deviltrigger, so if the battery is on the side these trucks don't roll in that direction when you jump? Hey mike, you forgot, MINE will be faster since I will secretly upgrade before you..[:D] Thanks Guys Joe
Posted on: 9/8/2011 9:31 PM by Author "The1User"
in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10708237
Battery in the center or on the side?
Hello, I wanted some advice on my brother and I getting 2 trucks Is there a real difference in jumping and cornering with the battery in the center or on the side? A few things we want in the trucks : 1) 4 X 4, 2) Brushless, 3) water proof, 4) good upgrade support (metal parts) We don't want to spend over $300 to $400 each to get started and would like something that is RTR I have been reading about so many brands I don't know where to get started I spent some time reading about the Traxxas Slash and the E-Revo We are trying to decide between 1/10 and 1/16 Thanks Joe
Posted on: 9/8/2011 9:24 AM by Author "The1User"
in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10707238
RE: BTE Delta Vortex Construction Photos
Hi Rick, In my DX7 you just select "Delta" from the menu I have one of these Delta Vortex that I bought BUILT for $25 on eBay, one of my best buys EVER I have lots of info on this model, even have the Manual Here is a link to grab the manual: http://www.btemodels.com/vortex.html Look under the red box on the left of page under "Delta Vortex Resources" Good Luck! Joe Another of my wings, an 80 inch [image]http://www.joe100.com/my80%20inchwing.jpg[/image]
Posted on: 8/29/2011 3:07 PM by Author "The1User"
in the forum "Kit Building"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10692367
RE: *Hangar 9 New Pulse 125*
Hey guys Does anyone have video of a Pulse with the DLE20? Any idea how fast it flies with the DLE20? I have yet to maiden my Pulse 125, its hanging on my bedroom ceiling (till it drops below 90 degrees outside) Check out my Terminator Pilot and my Braided Exhaust Hose (it runs under the fuse right at the landing gear mount) Maybe someone will notice my red "Vortex" in the very corner OR my Pulse 40 :) Later Joe [image]http://www.joe100.com/bedroomceiling/PlanesBedroomCeiling3.jpg[/image] [image]http://www.joe100.com/bedroomceiling/PlanesBedroomCeiling2other.jpg[/image] [image]http://www.joe100.com/bedroomceiling/TerminatorCanopy2.jpg[/image] [image]http://www.joe100.com/bedroomceiling/BraidedExhaustHose2.jpg[/image]
Posted on: 7/28/2011 11:32 PM by Author "The1User"
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10644392
RE: *Hangar 9 New Pulse 125*
Hello blue77, I got my rudder to move much better by going to my LHS and buying a new rod, seems the LSH rod was just ever so "lighter" or "thinner" and it made all the difference (especially since it cost like $1 !!) Now my rudder is fine Hopes this helps Joe
Posted on: 6/1/2011 6:36 AM by Author "The1User"
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10551456
RE: *Hangar 9 New Pulse 125*
AngLeo : I went with the standard JR Digital Sport Hi-Torque Servo (DS821) and a JR 2700mAh 6V NiMH Sanyo Battery (JRPB5008) Ok, So I am done the build and was just setting it up on the balance machine...... Seems to be way tail heavy?!@#$! This build has been a pain from the start, now here's one to ponder, do they tell you to mount the motor 1/4 inch too far forward to balance the plane? (others have commented that the manual says to mount the engine at 5 and 1/2 inches but they have to move it back 1/4 inch so the spinner doesn't have a big gap behind it) I found this to be true and moved it back the 1/4 inch, looks great but balance is off... Anyone else end up tail heavy? and are you guys using the manual's setting of 3 and 11/16's for your CG ?? THANKS ! Joe
Posted on: 5/12/2011 9:12 PM by Author "The1User"
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10516889
TRU TURN or Dave Brown Spinners?
Hello Everyone, OK, TRU TURN or Dave Brown Spinners? Which do you prefer? Do you like another brand? I have to order a few and figured I should ask for some opinions Thanks Joe
Posted on: 5/9/2011 10:46 PM by Author "The1User"
in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10511394
RE: RINGED ENGINE BREAK-IN ??
Thanks for all the info everyone, So #3 "Start the engine and leave it running rich, with the glow igniter attached if necessary" The motor comes from the factory with the high-speed needle adjustment closed all the way, any guess about how many turns out will do for starters? Then run "sloppy" rich (what they call "4-cycle" rich) with the throttle at full for at least 10 minutes? I know for you guys that have done this before this must seem easy but I want to do the best break-in I can Thanks Joe
Posted on: 5/7/2011 11:35 AM by Author "The1User"
in the forum "Beginners"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10506685
RINGED ENGINE BREAK-IN ??
Hello everyone, I have been flying for about 5 or 6 years and over that time I have always owned used planes and never had to do an "Engine Break-in" I bought a Pulse XT 125 and after all the parts I could only afford the cheap Evolution 120NX (everyone says it's an ok engine and pulls the Pulse 125 around nicely) I spent 2 hours reading all the posts (back to like 2006) about Ringed Engine Break-in, There were a lot of fights and arguing The manual is seems kind of vague (and goes against what some people here say) I don't want to start another argument, can someone look at the text from the manual below and tell me if I should do the Engine Break-in the way stated in the manual? THANKS ! Joe TEXT FROM MANUAL: Engine Break-in Ringed engines need a different break-in procedure than a typical ABC-style piston and liner construction. The component that provides the compression seal is a spring steel ring that needs to fit itself to the minute scratches on the interior surface of the cylinder liner. With care in this process your ringed engine will last a very long time. If you ever notice that the power seems to have dropped on your EVO 1.20, a quick installation of a new ring and a new break-in period will restore your engine’s health to near-new condition. 1. Mount the engine on a test stand or in the airplane you intend to use the engine in. If there is cowling around the engine, it would be a good idea to do the break-in process with the cowl removed to allow adequate access to and cooling of the engine. 2. Fill the fuel tank with the fuel you intend to use (10–15% nitro). 3. Start the engine and leave it running rich, with the glow igniter attached if necessary. 4. Open the throttle wide open, and let the engine run at a rich ‘4-cycle’ (where the engine actually doesn’t fire each and every time. With experience you will be able judge this easily. For those new to nitro engines, you will hear a sharp increase in rpm and sound when the engine transitions from a ‘rich 4-cycle’ to a 2-cycle run). Let the engine run through the tank at this setting, or at least 10 minutes, then shut it down and let it cool completely. 5. Restart the engine, but this time to vary the needle settings, with brief periods of 2-cycle running alternated with longer periods of 4-cycle running, through the next tank of fuel for at least 10 minutes. Note: A good way to judge the time limits for the 2-cycle and 4-cycle running periods is to touch the cylinder head with a free finger while adjusting the needle valve. When the engine is at a 2-cycle, you want to richen the mixture when you can no longer touch the side of the cylinder with your finger. Conversely, the engine has cooled enough when you can touch the cylinder comfortably. 6. Repeat Step 5 one more time and then the rest of the break-in can be accomplished in the air. Set your engine’s needle valves per the instruction manual. If anything, continue to err slightly on the rich side and your engine’s performance will continue to improve over the next gallon of fuel or so.
Posted on: 5/6/2011 2:09 PM by Author "The1User"
in the forum "Beginners"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10505337
RE: *Hangar 9 New Pulse 125*
AngLeo THANK YOU.... Makes me feel better to know I am not the only one My plan was to start by trying to push the rod in from the back and see what happened I have had a few problem builds and it just seem like I always get the "damaged" ARF's I am 52, a single parent with 3 kids, Don't have a lot of time for flying, let alone building!! Thanks Man! Joe
Posted on: 4/26/2011 4:32 PM by Author "The1User"
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10486640
RE: *Hangar 9 New Pulse 125*
Hi SkyPilot101, That's the first thing I did, the rod looks good, I put some oil on it, I think the problem is in the tube, This is my first "large" plane and I feel so frustrated to have a problem like this... Thanks Joe
Posted on: 4/26/2011 10:39 AM by Author "The1User"
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10486077
RE: *Hangar 9 New Pulse 125*
Maybe I didn't state the post right, What I am saying is the tube binding the rod is a defect, has anyone else had this problem? Thanks Joe
Posted on: 4/25/2011 1:07 PM by Author "The1User"
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10484232
RE: *Hangar 9 New Pulse 125*
Hello all, I started my Pulse 125 build, The pushrod for rudder is binding up in the tube, seems like it starts to get hard to push about 3/4 of the way inserted, then when it comes out at the rudder is is even worse It is way to much for the servo to handle (it is 4 times as much resistance as the elevator tube) Anyone know what to do about it? Thanks Joe
Posted on: 4/25/2011 11:06 AM by Author "The1User"
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10483997
RE: *Hangar 9 New Pulse 125*
Hello AngLeo In the manual it say to use a 15 X 6, but on the setup webpage for the Evolution 1.20NX it shows the 16 X 6 Have you tried both? Thanks Joe
Posted on: 4/6/2011 10:49 PM by Author "The1User"
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10448236
RE: *Hangar 9 New Pulse 125*
Hello everyone, After flying my Pulse XT 40 into a tree on final about 2 years ago I have had my eye on the 125 (I really miss my Pulse) I have a few questions, maybe someone can answer 1) I have a bunch of 537 Servos (JRPS537) is there really a need or major improvement in using the DS821 Digital Sport Servo (JRPS821) ? 2) I'm using the Evolution 1.20NX what prop should I use? (the manual says 15 X 6, but on the setup webpage for the Evolution 1.20NX it shows the 16 X 6 for this plane) 3) have they fixed the tail problem? Thanks Joe [image]http://www.joe100.com/FunFlyFamily.jpg[/image]
Posted on: 3/5/2011 5:09 PM by Author "The1User"
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10381203
RE: Hangar 9 Pulse 60 XT VS Pulse 125 XT for the 2nd plane
Wrong thread, sorry
Posted on: 3/5/2011 5:08 PM by Author "The1User"
in the forum "Sport Flying"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10380735
RE: Official F27 Stryker Part 8: Beginners to Custom Darkness
Hello Guys, I am getting ready to start my build and wanted to know what long servo arms you guys use for the HS-85MG ? Thanks Joe
Posted on: 5/10/2010 10:59 AM by Author "The1User"
in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9723569
RE: Official F27 Stryker Part 8: Beginners to Custom Darkness
Gryphon: I did get the Heatsink you recommend, THANKS !! Some examples of how others here run the MEGA 16/25/2 is probably the best way to help my small brain figure out what to do So I have an ICE 100 and a 16/25/2 I will buy whatever battery or batteries (single, serial. or parallel) that will give me the most speed at as close to stock flight times as possible (WITHIN REASON) ============================================= Gryphon : 4S-5000 and prop accordingly [b]What props would you recommend ? and what kind of speeds and flight times?[/b] ============================================= moparmyway : 8x6 or APC E 8x4 on 3s 5000 "80-90 mph speeds in EVERY direction" [b]What kind of flight times?[/b] ============================================= BubbleGum : 7x5E on a 3 cell 30C 2000mAh to 5000 "Speed is good but not much over 100mph" [b]If I go with the 30c 5000 what kind of flight times?[/b] [b]and how is the Vertical performance ?[/b] ============================================= [b]Any others have a Favorite setup ???[/b] Thanks everyone, will post build pics and flight video as it happens NOTE: I have an Idea on reinforcing the Stryker instead of using round rods why don't you guys use the flat bars? They are VERY strong in one direction, I saw a build video on a company website that sells EPP wings where they just razor the the bottom push in the flat bars and glue them in (very fast and easy) So they end up Very Strong left and right across the wings but not front to back, Comments? Thanks Again Joe
Posted on: 4/14/2010 1:05 AM by Author "The1User"
in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9659743
Lightning Dart ? (70 inch Nitro Balsa Flying Wing)
Hello All, Does anymore here have a Lightning Dart ? (70 inch Nitro Balsa Flying Wing) I will be doing a build on one in the next week or so [link=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rd0eMxuGPbk]YouTube Video[/link] Thanks Joe
Posted on: 4/13/2010 10:56 AM by Author "The1User"
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9657667
RE: Great Planes Cherokee ARF
Did you ever get the YS 63 in your Cherokee? I would like to get a bigger engine for mine also!! Joe
Posted on: 4/6/2010 1:39 AM by Author "The1User"
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9640646
RE: Official F27 Stryker Part 8: Beginners to Custom Darkness
Gryphon, What if we change the values a bit to go with "near" stock flight times ?? Also you keep mentioning the build, Please don't worry about the Airframe in your thought process about this As I mentioned I have some new ideas about airframe reinforcement and the elevons and isn't that what this thread is about? I guess what I am asking is more about some examples of how others here run the MEGA 16/25/2 !! I went back and looked at all your recommendations here over the past two years or so and found lots of setups that sound nice Thanks Joe
Posted on: 4/2/2010 4:55 PM by Author "The1User"
in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9632331
RE: Official F27 Stryker Part 8: Beginners to Custom Darkness
Hi Gryphon, [i]The motor mount in above picture will help your motor run even cooler. [/i] Yes. I have Gary's mount sitting here already!! NICE MOUNT !! (Thanks Gary) Where is the best place to get the Heatsink? (I was thinking a "clamshell" type) [i]Make comments on speed and number of cells before we can talk prop or AMPs. [/i] 125 ? with a good balance between top speed and vertical climb And Near stock flight times (we fly as a group of 2-4 Strykers so this can be important) I am going to buy all new batteries for this build because my kids will be flying the other batteries Can we make a chart of 3 and 4 cell setups ? I'm sure it would save a lot of typing time in the future !! [b]Does anyone else here have a "Favorite" MEGA 16/25/2 setup? Would love to hear yours !![/b] Thanks Joe
Posted on: 4/2/2010 11:49 AM by Author "The1User"
in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9632000
RE: Official F27 Stryker Part 8: Beginners to Custom Darkness
Hello Gryphon, moparmyway and everyone else I made an "impulse buy" [:D] on the phone the other day. I was calling all the places I could find that sold the MEGA motor I'm not going to say who didn't call me back for 4 days, and who told me they had the motor and then didn't, and who told me it was "silly" to think I would find one in stock that they had a 2 week lead time (note: found 2 places that had them in stock for sure) BTW this person also wanted the most @ $130.00 for a 16/25/2 I'm just going to tell you about Kirk @ New Creations R/C I called because I wanted to make sure they were in stock (the website said yes) The girl on the phone I spoke to was very nice and Kirk was busy with another customer I told her I would call back. Next day Kirk takes the extra effort to call me back about it, and says he has one left a 16/25/2 For the first time in a while I felt like it was my lucky day !! Kirk was very nice to talk to and seemed like a real down to earth guy (he flies a Stryker too) He gave it to me for the webpage listed price of about $113.00 (as stated by some people here) since that day the price on the webpage is higher now about $119.00 He shipped it that day and it was in my hands TWO DAYS LATER ( TODAY 4-1) It Looks So Nice !! NOTE: (please don't feel I didn't think about what was said about the 16/25/3 I just wanted to start with something in stock that would get here FAST) [image]http://joe100.com/MyFirstMEGA.JPG[/image] Anyway, Now I think it will be a bit easier to give me some choices, Here is what I have: Phoenix ICE 100 and a MEGA 16/25/2 Here is what I would like to get close to: 1) Near stock flight times (we fly as a group of 2-4 Strykers so this can be important) 2) Not going over a 5 cell (my charger limit) 3) A good balance between top speed and vertical climb That's it, Everything else I can make happen as needed (I have some ideas on stronger and lighter elevons that I want to test out and another way to reinforce the body) Just with that starting point in mind what batteries and prop choices should I focus on ? I don't care if you think I should run two 3 cell, one 5 cell, two 4 cell... whatever you think is best I was thinking we could make a chart and save it somewhere for others Thanks Joe
Posted on: 4/2/2010 2:21 AM by Author "The1User"
in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9631402
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