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RE: Maybe the Tower Hype is True?
I ordered a 1/4 scale GP RV-4 from Tower a couple weeks ago and when I was going through the parts, noticed one of the tips of the cheek cowling was snapped of. I called them right away and told them my situation and the woman on the phone said they'd send me a new cowling no charge and also said to discard the damaged one.(not return it) The new one arrived in 3 days... Now that's good service if you ask me...[:D]
Posted on: 7/28/2012 8:02 PM by Author "Thisstrangeengine"
in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11172808
RE: RE:
I've started my 310 build months ago and then flying season hit, so it's on hold for now. Have some other small projects before getting back to the build. I also need to clean up my hanger/build area to make room for this huge airframe.
Posted on: 7/27/2012 7:56 PM by Author "Thisstrangeengine"
in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11171841
RE: Does anybody have the Great Planes 1/4 RV4 ARF yet?
I just purchased one of these from Tower Hobbies on sale and had a $40.00 coupon code as well. Really nice looking plane!! I removed the parts today for inspection and noticed the tip of one of the cheek cowls was snapped and hanging by the trim, so I got on the phone with Tower and they're sending me a new cowl free of charge, and it's already showing in my order history! Now THAT'S service . I plan on using an O.S. 91FS I already have since this will be a plane I can fly scale-like when I just want to relax. I have other planes for speed, aerobatics and knee-knocking flights so I wanted a nice scale flying plane for those quiet Sundays at the field doing touch and go's, and taking onboard video. [:D]
Posted on: 7/14/2012 8:02 PM by Author "Thisstrangeengine"
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11155571
RE: RE:
Looks like the same amount of wood in that box as the Nosen 310![;)]
Posted on: 6/24/2012 5:30 PM by Author "Thisstrangeengine"
in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11130277
RE: engine out on twin
The plane will go left. Apply right rudder and dont kill the other engine. Those still props will add alot of drag and slow you down quickly. I know this from experience! I made that mistake with my Cessna Bobcat almost 20 years ago.
Posted on: 6/23/2012 10:05 PM by Author "Thisstrangeengine"
in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11129413
RE: RE:
I've been doing alot of flying myself trying to enjoy the fruits of my labor. Unfortunately I had a crash last Friday so I've been doing some repairs to the damaged aircraft when I'm NOT flying. I can't wait to get back to my 310, I just don't want to be tied down in the shop with all this nice weather going on outside. Flew my twin on Fathers Day and WOW she was running good!
Posted on: 6/23/2012 9:58 PM by Author "Thisstrangeengine"
in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11129408
RE: RE:
SWEEEEEET! [:D]
Posted on: 6/23/2012 6:45 PM by Author "Thisstrangeengine"
in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11129238
RE: E Z Arf Models
I had 3 of them a looooong time ago. Had an Extra 230, a Cessna and a Piper Cherokee which I still have but it's been in a crash. I just can't part with it. [:o] The thing had an O.S. .32F on it and was a rocket!
Posted on: 6/18/2012 9:48 PM by Author "Thisstrangeengine"
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11123318
RE: RE:
Yes she does look sweet! I can't wait to see some video, Just might give me some more motivation. I'm just about finished with my Morrisey Bravo and all that's left to do is mount the canopy, check final fit of everything, check the C/G and run a couple tanks of fuel through it befroe maiden. I was not going to go with retracts on the 310, but I think by the time I get back to work on it, I'll probably change my mind again. I have'nt sheeted the wing center section yet so it's not too late. [;)]
Posted on: 6/7/2012 2:29 PM by Author "Thisstrangeengine"
in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11110386
RE: Where Have All The Kits Gone ?
It wasnt long after I got into R/C that I started scratch building planes. I was one of those guys who got to the field, looked through the trash bin at the days fatalities and picked out a few good ribs left over from the wreckage. I would then draw out my wing and fuse on some drafting paper and start building. Back then I had a local hobby store with a large selection of balsa at very cheap prices, so it didnt cost a ton of money for a new plane. The bottom line is, if I wanted a new plane I would either design my own or build from plans.
Posted on: 6/3/2012 6:05 AM by Author "Thisstrangeengine"
in the forum "Kit Building"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11104586
RE: RE:
OK, I'm bummed out! I went out today to run some errands with the family, then took the boy to the park for some fun and when we got home I heard a pair of WW2 Radials in the distance. Now I know there is a WW2 Weekend at a local airport usually the second week of June, but thought I would check the website to see. Well it turns out the airshow is this weekend and the thing that bummed me out is the B-29 FiFi is there this year and I have to work Sunday, so I won't be able to see this rare Multi-Engine Beauty!! CRAP!!!!!!![:@] [link]http://www.maam.org/[/link] Here's another rare aircraft they have on display during the Airshow which is being restored to [u]flying[/u] condition. I saw a documentary on the recovery of this plane and also saw the crates it was stored in several years ago at the Museum. Enjoy...and thanks for listening. [image]http://www.maam.org/wwii/photos/aircraft/2011/Nguyen%205.jpg[/image] [image]http://www.maam.org/wwii/photos/aircraft/2011/Nguyen%206.jpg[/image]
Posted on: 6/2/2012 7:24 PM by Author "Thisstrangeengine"
in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11104237
RE: RE:
Same here, flying season is in full swing and I'm trying to finish an old project started WAY too long ago... [image]http://images.rcuniverse.com/gallery/photos/481672/lg-180715.jpg[/image]
Posted on: 5/28/2012 7:36 PM by Author "Thisstrangeengine"
in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11097997
RE: Why the near obsession with over powering airplanes?
[quote]ORIGINAL: AmishWarlord So you not going with the called for .60's in your Nosen 310? [:D] [/quote] NOOOO SIR AW, Going with a pair of 1.20 four strokes unless I can find a cheap pair of G-62's LOL
Posted on: 5/26/2012 11:20 AM by Author "Thisstrangeengine"
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11095422
RE: Why the near obsession with over powering airplanes?
I have always had more power than needed in most of my aircraft since it will get you out of a bad situation when needed. Now I'm not talking about putting a 1.20 on a .40 size model, I am refering to putting say a .32 on a .25 size model or a .52 on a .40 size. I think alot of planes like a .40 size model are advertised with a .40 being marginal as an example. An old saying goes,"It's better to have it and not need it, than need it and not have it".[:D]
Posted on: 5/26/2012 7:18 AM by Author "Thisstrangeengine"
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11095259
RE: Building music.
Nice guitar Gary, have a couple myself. Love the blonde finish!
Posted on: 5/16/2012 2:02 PM by Author "Thisstrangeengine"
in the forum "Kit Building"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11083375
RE: RE:
Welcome Flyboy...[:D]
Posted on: 5/14/2012 2:49 PM by Author "Thisstrangeengine"
in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11080630
RE: RE:
Years ago we lost a flying site and needed to find a new place to fly. Well there was an ultalite field about 10 miles outside of Valley Forge National Park that one of the members found and approached the owner. Soon after we had a new flying site, which was great because the grass runway was almost endless and it was pretty much ready to fly from. Well this one particular weekend there was about 8-10 of us flying and I just happened to have my Cessna Bobcat in the air when all of a sudden someone yells "Full Scale coming in. It was the owner of the property doing a couple low passes over the field in his..........You guessed it........Cessna 310! I had already landed and taxied off the runway just in time to see this beautiful red and white 310 buzzing the field. I was sure he was going to land and was coming in low to let us know he was, but after a couple passes he flew off into the big blue sky... Never fotget that sound...
Posted on: 5/13/2012 12:38 AM by Author "Thisstrangeengine"
in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11078733
RE: lottery list
Warbirds and Radials for me...
Posted on: 5/12/2012 12:51 PM by Author "Thisstrangeengine"
in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - 3D & Aerobatic"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11078163
RE: RE:
Well I finally got out to fly today and took Old Faithful ( Goldberg Cub) and my 1/4 scale Lanier Laser 200 for some fun in the sun................ Then I heard it................. That distinct sound of 2 engines running in perfect harmony.....................OK WHERE IS IT?...................Nice!!! Full scale Cessna 310 flyover...... Ok, I'm done. Just needed to share. [:D]
Posted on: 5/12/2012 12:28 PM by Author "Thisstrangeengine"
in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11078151
RE: 1/4 Cub Motor
Personally, I have had my eye on this engine as well. Right now I don't need it but just picked up a Dynaflite Decathlon which would go well with this engine. I bought stuff from them in the past and used PayPal and EMS Shipping without a problem. All of the orders took less than 2 weeks and tracked my order all the way to my local post office. Here is what I do: If I see something I like, I read the reviews and then go on YouTube and see if I can find a video of the same product. There are plenty of vids of this running so maybe that'll help you decide. Here's a start> [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-KcoWRURjw[/youtube]
Posted on: 5/11/2012 7:27 PM by Author "Thisstrangeengine"
in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11077515
RE: RC Plane Guys Are Cheap!
I can't understand why so many threads end up in a piss and moan contest! WTF is wrong with everyone these days? Reminds me of a club I used to belong to years ago. There were very rich guys and us "cheapos" with our average type aircraft and those other guys acted like they owned the place!!! Kind of like here...[:@]
Posted on: 5/11/2012 6:00 PM by Author "Thisstrangeengine"
in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11077466
RE: Building a Dynaflite Super Decathlon
To me it looked like it was tail heavy AND underpowered. Just my opinion, and sorry for the mishap at the end. Hate to see stuff like that...[&o]
Posted on: 5/11/2012 5:46 PM by Author "Thisstrangeengine"
in the forum "Kit Building"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11077450
RE: Carl Goldberg Ultimate 10-300 Brotherhood.
[quote]ORIGINAL: Gary Binnie Would you be willing to send them to a good home across the Atlantic?!! I quite like the standard scheme, think there is another blue one with Labatt's logos, perhaps it was the same aircraft? Worst hangover ever on that stuff on my first trip to Canada!! [/quote] Hey Gary, sorry for the late reply but work has been crazy and the lawn was getting out of hand! I still havent located my decals but I don't think I would part with them just yet. I have been thinking about scratch building one since I still have the plans and some of the rib and former cut-outs. All I need is time and to finish up other projects. As far as the decals go and my memory also; they are stickers and not the water transfer type.
Posted on: 5/11/2012 5:34 PM by Author "Thisstrangeengine"
in the forum "Kit Building"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11077437
RE: Ultra Sport 1000 kits
[quote]ORIGINAL: box car Get the prints from RCM and a wing from Eureka and have at it. Ken [/quote] Sounds like a plan... No pun intended. [:D]
Posted on: 5/11/2012 5:19 PM by Author "Thisstrangeengine"
in the forum "Kit Building"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11077422
RE: Ultra Sport 1000 kits
This is one I wish I would have bought when it was still in production.
Posted on: 5/11/2012 10:49 AM by Author "Thisstrangeengine"
in the forum "Kit Building"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11077060
RE: shoe size and type
WOW!!! I'm SHOCKED that the thread got this far without the RCU Thread police bashing down the door like they did when someone asked "How did you know you wanted children?"... [X(][>:][:D]
Posted on: 5/11/2012 10:11 AM by Author "Thisstrangeengine"
in the forum "Off Topic Forum - Cars, Trucks, Buggies and more"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11077019
RE: loosing signal
[quote]ORIGINAL: flycatch Did you know that 2.4ghz is a shared frequency with commercial users. Manufactures choose this frequency to make there products cheaper and draw more people into the hobby. From the modelers perspective it allowed them not to worry about shared frequencies and now they could have a gaggle of airplanes aloft. [/quote] I recently picked up a wireless router for my home network which surprised me when I saw it would broadcast on 2.4 Ghz or 5 Ghz. Got me thinking if this would interfere with my Futaba stuff if I was test-running my engines in the back yard or doing a range check on a new plane before going to the field? By the way I have NEVER had any more than a glitch on ANY of my Futaba equipment; EVER! I have an old AM Futaba Conquest (no longer used but still works great) and many other FM to 2.4Ghz systems and they are as reliable as they were since new. I just don't trust anything else... Just my input.
Posted on: 5/6/2012 12:53 AM by Author "Thisstrangeengine"
in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11070041
RE: RE:
I feel honored to even be on the list Bill...Thank You, and Thank You Mr. Bud Nosen. [:D]
Posted on: 5/4/2012 6:21 AM by Author "Thisstrangeengine"
in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11068040
RE: RE:
OOps....Im from PA not PE...Sorry
Posted on: 5/3/2012 5:42 AM by Author "Thisstrangeengine"
in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11066621
RE: Carl Goldberg Ultimate 10-300 Brotherhood.
I built one of these awesome biplanes back in 1992 and loved every flight. Wish I never sold it...[:o] I still have the Bluehawk decals somewhere since I never used them. Everyone else flying them put them on the plane so I had to be different.
Posted on: 5/3/2012 5:39 AM by Author "Thisstrangeengine"
in the forum "Kit Building"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11066615
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