RE: Types of Vinyl Graphics
Some of the printed graphics don't hold up well in sunlight. I have one on my trailer that faded within a year.
Posted on: 5/22/2013 3:56 AM by Author "TomCrump" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Rib stitch and tape over Koverall
http://www.pink-it.net/
Posted on: 5/22/2013 3:49 AM by Author "TomCrump" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
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RE: Fuel proof spray paint a thing of the past?
[quote]ORIGINAL: chip_MG The Paint I use for fuel proofing is simple airplane dope. I order it from Sig. Poly is not fuel proof at all, neither is any kind of water base that I know of with the exception of the stuff that nelson hobbies sells, its the same as warbird colors products. It is a waterbase boat paint, works ok but does not stick well at all, but is fuel proof to at least 15% nitro. Dope is the easy thing IMO.. plus it lasts for years. [/quote] In my view, there's lots of mis-information, here. WBC is not fuel proof. Nelsons, is. This means the paints are not the same. My WBC painted Stuka, and Nelsons painted Spacewalker II, have had no adhesion problems. Both have been painted for years. Poor surface preparation will result in adhesion problems. It's not always the paint's fault.
Posted on: 5/21/2013 3:46 AM by Author "TomCrump" in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
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RE: Sig Spacewalker II 1/4 scale
[quote]ORIGINAL: FlyerInOKC Has anyone hear tried Super 'Phatic! by Deluxe Materials? Its a Yellow glue that applies similar to CA, I was thinking of trying some to see how it works. Horizon carries it so I can get thru my LHS. [/quote] I used it to join balsa sheets together when making wings skins. It does the job, but don't expect it to be a water based CA. It's thin, but it still takes a half hour to set up.
Posted on: 5/21/2013 3:39 AM by Author "TomCrump" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: synchronizing engines
You guys down in Mason seem to know a bit about multi engined aircraft. [:)]
Posted on: 5/20/2013 4:32 AM by Author "TomCrump" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: Sig Spacewalker II 1/4 scale
[quote]ORIGINAL: VincentJ This thread must be bringing back build memories for you Tom, since you have built both the 1/4 and the 1/3 scale Spacewalkers.  Hope mine turns out as nice as yours! [/quote] I'm watching with fond memories. Those two Spacewalkers were some of my favorite builds. They contain the right combination of, ease of build, to thought provoking challenge.
Posted on: 5/20/2013 4:10 AM by Author "TomCrump" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Servos for 1/4 scale
[quote]ORIGINAL: Yank II I use Hitec HS-645MG, They work well and have all the power I need. And at $26.00 a piece (ebay), they can not be beat. [/quote] Yup. That's plenty for a scale bird of this size. I'm putting them in my 102" scatch build, and have them in several 100+ inch models.
Posted on: 5/20/2013 4:04 AM by Author "TomCrump" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: Sig Spacewalker II 1/4 scale
Thanks. That's a great tip !
Posted on: 5/20/2013 3:59 AM by Author "TomCrump" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: synchronizing engines
A friend just designed and built an early Boeing airliner. This is not his first multi engined aircraft. He told me that it is more important to get the engines running reliably, than to have them syncronized. His view is that any differences in thrust can be dealt with by using rudder trim.
Posted on: 5/20/2013 3:57 AM by Author "TomCrump" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: Sig Spacewalker II 1/4 scale
Yes, we disagree. Most of my engines are gassers, buit I use 4 stroke glow, when feasable, in my scale models. The four strokes add a dimention of sound that a 2 stroke gasser can not duplicate.
Posted on: 5/19/2013 4:45 AM by Author "TomCrump" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Sig Spacewalker II 1/4 scale
I love my 1.60 twin/glow, in my 1/4 Spacewalker. It provides a sound that cannot be duplicated by a gasser.
Posted on: 5/19/2013 4:23 AM by Author "TomCrump" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Nosen P-51 Not, giant build for Toledo Show..
Congrats, Jim !
Posted on: 5/19/2013 3:44 AM by Author "TomCrump" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Help Identify this plane older biwing
[quote]ORIGINAL: flyinwalenda If it's an AceRC kit (sorry, I can't really tell) some flew them without  struts while others added them for piece of mind and not turning it into a monoplane.  If you don't want to put struts on then wires would be the next best thing......in my opinion. [/quote] A 4-120 bipe ? I would think that it needs the N-struts.
Posted on: 5/15/2013 4:12 AM by Author "TomCrump" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: SLOW
[quote]ORIGINAL: TLH101 Whenever it gets slow for me, I just close and reopen. Usually works. If not, I just close it, and go to another site. [/quote] Your reply is perfect. I do the same. If I have trouble here, I visit RCG.
Posted on: 9/17/2012 4:14 AM by Author "TomCrump" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: Panel lines and rivets
I've had good luck by pulling the tape just after the primer is dry to the touch, usually a half hour after spraying. Care is required, but little, if any, tape is left on my model.
Posted on: 9/12/2012 4:48 AM by Author "TomCrump" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Sig spacewalker 2
Thanks for the compliment. For power on the 1/4 scale, I suggest anything that will turn a 16-18 inch prop. Mine is powered by a Magnum 1.60 twin, which is more than enough.
Posted on: 9/12/2012 4:13 AM by Author "TomCrump" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Sig spacewalker 2
[quote]ORIGINAL: LesUyeda I did not like the look of two holes, so I made mine into a single. Les [/quote] Me too, only mine is bigger. LOL
Posted on: 9/11/2012 7:16 AM by Author "TomCrump" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Sig spacewalker 2
Yes, I surface mounted the servos. I built the model as a flyer. I saw no reason to use Sig's complicated method to mount and hide them. So you caught me. I guess that I made some modifications. LOL Now that I think about it, I lined the area of the fuselage, where the front and rear sections are joined, with 1/32" ply. This saved my model, once, during an unplanned landing. [8|] In my opinion, the Sig method is weak. The ply laminatiopn adds strength in this critical area. There may be more changes, but nothing critical. Outside of the fuselage joining, that is.
Posted on: 9/11/2012 6:02 AM by Author "TomCrump" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Sig spacewalker 2
The Sig SW II is a relaxing model to build, and to fly. I found no reason to change anything. I have a build thread, here: http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=956429 , if you're interested.
Posted on: 9/11/2012 3:12 AM by Author "TomCrump" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Sealer Question?
I have not tried it, but the sanding sealer is lacquer based, like hair spray and balsarite, I see no reasnn why it wouldn't act in a similar fashion. I suggest that you do up a test piece, and see what happens.
Posted on: 9/8/2012 5:21 AM by Author "TomCrump" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: site virus
Same thing happened this morning. I kept trying, and I finally got in. My subscription notices, and PM's, were no problem, but I had trouble getting into the main page.
Posted on: 8/31/2012 4:27 AM by Author "TomCrump" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: HOw much paint do I need?
I like Warbird Colors, too. In my opinion, it's a better choice than house paint. By following the instructions, the paint will go on easily, and a realistic gloss will be obtained. A pint should be enough to paint your bird.
Posted on: 8/30/2012 4:25 AM by Author "TomCrump" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Walt Moucha PJ-260/295
A friend of mine had the PJ. His was covered in Solartex, and painted with Rustoleum. It was powered by a Q-52, and flew vewry well.
Posted on: 8/24/2012 5:05 AM by Author "TomCrump" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: 1/4 scale Cessna 140 Cowl
A friend had a 1/4 Cesna 140, built from plans. The cowl looked like a Fiberglass Specialties product. http://www.fiberglassspecialtiesinc.com/
Posted on: 8/8/2012 5:29 AM by Author "TomCrump" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: Anyone use National balsa for Ziroli kits?
[quote]ORIGINAL: Mikepo I've used National for two Hostetler planes, L19 and PT19. The quality of wood is much better than I've had from other ''leading'' cut-kit suppliers. Also nice folks to deal with as they do what they say and on time! Mike in L.A. [/quote] This is has my experience, too. National Balsa kits contain a higher quality of wood than the other commonly used kit cutter.
Posted on: 8/3/2012 5:10 AM by Author "TomCrump" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Stans Fibertech
[quote]ORIGINAL: Yank II www.fibertechnmore.com I bought the cowl and pants for a Fairchild 24 from them and it was first class. [/quote] +1 I have the same cowl and pants. The owners are very personable, and went out of their way to help us out at the Toledo Show.
Posted on: 7/26/2012 5:51 AM by Author "TomCrump" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: Pitcairn PCA-2 Autogiro by Whirlybird Aviation
Thanks for the compliment ! It must be satisfying to fly your model in front of a large, appreciative, crowd.
Posted on: 7/23/2012 6:27 AM by Author "TomCrump" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Pactra Solar Film
Solartex without the "tex" ??? [:D]
Posted on: 7/22/2012 4:24 AM by Author "TomCrump" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: Pitcairn PCA-2 Autogiro by Whirlybird Aviation
[quote]ORIGINAL: smithcreek [quote]ORIGINAL: TomCrump Is this model suitable for a builder that has never flown one, but has extensive fixed wing flying experience ? [/quote] Ok, I'm as prepared as I'll ever be give you an answer. Like you I have no autogiro experience. I also have no helicopter experience, only fixed wing. I'm only one guy so I can't answer your question
Posted on: 7/22/2012 3:56 AM by Author "TomCrump" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: 1/4 scale Red Lion Hostetler Racer kit
I talked with Larry Katona at the Toledo Show. All was well at that time.
Posted on: 7/12/2012 6:22 AM by Author "TomCrump" in the forum "Kit Building"
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