RE: NEW!! The Official Pulse XT 25e ARF by E-flite thread
Turns out it was a problem with the motor leads...odd. Well, have the airplane assembled. The hatch is really difficult to get off...the magnets are surely strong enough. I am having to slide a pocket knife to use as leverage...kind of a pain. Wish they'd thought this out better. I am sure I will eventually damage the hatch taking it off this way. Nice airplane and hope to fly it this weekend. Dave
Posted on: 10/29/2008 12:41 AM by Author "Tweet" in the forum "Electric Aerobatic & Sport Planes"
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RE: NEW!! The Official Pulse XT 25e ARF by E-flite thread
Thanks for the reply. You'd think the 60 amp controller would have connectors that would fit...I can see a smaller one not fitting. Anyway, I will wait for the 40 amp to come in and talk to HH. Neat airplane, can't wait to fly it. Dave
Posted on: 10/19/2008 10:31 AM by Author "Tweet" in the forum "Electric Aerobatic & Sport Planes"
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RE: NEW!! The Official Pulse XT 25e ARF by E-flite thread
Well, I have started assembling mine. First issue was the firewall did not accomodate the bolts that came with my Power 25. No big deal but annoying when you are trying to buy a matched system just to avoid these problems. Second issue is more concerning. I have a 60 Amp Eflite Pro ESC that I want to use until my 40 Amp ESC comes in. However, I can't get the bullet connectors on between the motor and the ESC! The ESC hooks up just fine to my Power 60 motor. It seems like the pins are too big on the Power 25 motor. Anyone have any ideas? Has anyone else run into this problem? Thanks. Dave
Posted on: 10/19/2008 1:19 AM by Author "Tweet" in the forum "Electric Aerobatic & Sport Planes"
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RE: NEW!! The Official Pulse XT 25e ARF by E-flite thread
I just picked one of these up for $149. I am going with the Power 25 and 3S. I fly at the street in front of my house and like to be able to land slow so the focus on lighter weight. I will be happy with a good sport flyer.
Posted on: 10/4/2008 11:29 PM by Author "Tweet" in the forum "Electric Aerobatic & Sport Planes"
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RE: *New Hanger 9 Pulse XT 60*
Well, I picked one of these up this weekend. Going to go with the TP 6 series 5,000MAH V2 battery, Power 60 motor, and Eflite 60 AMP pro ESC. I used to have a bunch of airplanes, now getting back into it I just want a couple of sport planes I can enjoy when the mood strikes. The EPower Pulse 60 seemed like a nice choice for that. Have some of the accessories on order and am traveling soon for work, but look forward to assembling (such as it is) and flying this airplane. Dave
Posted on: 9/7/2008 11:05 PM by Author "Tweet" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: *New Hanger 9 Pulse XT 60*
[quote]ORIGINAL: 1Crash test dummy Thats a good idea! I think I'll glue mine in also. I normally take mine in my truck with the wing on but nice to have the option. Maybe some day I'll get the chance to madin her. I have had it to the feild three times but the wind has been a tad too much for the first flight. I put on some scoops from my DHC Beaver to cool the ESC. Using the E-flight 60 with 6sA123. [/quote] Looking forward to hearing how it flies for you. I am considering this same setup.
Posted on: 8/31/2008 7:44 PM by Author "Tweet" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: *New Hanger 9 Pulse XT 60*
[quote]ORIGINAL: Billybuck I maidened my Pulse 60 last weekend and i'm very happy. I am a noob to planks, with only heli experience and I had no problem assembling, trimming and programing the Pulse 60 to my X9303. I was amazed that I needed no trim adjustments first time up (none!). It handled very smooth at low speed and high speed. I was most afraid of landing for the first time, but had no problem setting her down nice and slow and tracking like an arrow. The electric setup is good looking and sounds great with power to spare. Note the clean look of the cowling with no cutouts for a gasser. Awesome. [image]http://home.comcast.net/~bi11ybuck/pulse%20045sm2.jpg[/image] [/quote] Hey Billybuck, What kind of flight times do you get with this setup? Do you get unlimited vertical? I am considering pretty much the exact same setup. You're right, it really does look nice with the clean cowling.
Posted on: 8/21/2008 1:59 AM by Author "Tweet" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: 4 star .60 -- Saito 100
I fly at ~ 5,000 feet so that was a factor. The altitude affects engine and airfoil (prop) performance. I should have pointed that out. At sea level you can expect better performance.
Posted on: 4/2/2008 4:45 PM by Author "Tweet" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: 4 star .60 -- Saito 100
I think I ended up with a 15 x 6. I may have also tried a 14 x 8, but as you know speed isn't necessarily the point of the Four * 60.
Posted on: 4/2/2008 9:08 AM by Author "Tweet" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: 4 star .60 -- Saito 100
I had this exact combination and it was great. It wasn't overpowered and did not have unlimited vertical (but very good vertical).
Posted on: 4/2/2008 1:02 AM by Author "Tweet" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: My home built trailer
[quote]ORIGINAL: Airbike Jens, are you gonna fly this Sat or build a trailer? I need to get that A123 pack from you. see attached pic of how a 50% Extra 260 fits into a mini-van, and still have seats for 2 kids!!! Trailer...smailer....just bring the toy hauler and come fly!! [/quote] I was trying to decide if I could fit a 35% bird in my Honda Pilot...if this is any indication it looks like I could find a way.
Posted on: 3/13/2008 10:40 PM by Author "Tweet" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - 3D & Aerobatic"
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RE: G20Ei is the best!!
[quote]ORIGINAL: BBOwen I am glad I am simple minded when it comes to engines. I go about it like a caveman, I put the recommened prop on there and try it. If it blows a lot of air I grunt with approval. Then when I put it on the plane and it flys like a bat out of heck, I grunt with approval and I am satisfied. [/quote] Now that was hilarious. I also agree that you can have 98.5% of the fun in RC with a modest sized airplane. I like the gassers for the reduced mess.
Posted on: 3/5/2008 12:24 AM by Author "Tweet" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: Engine Kill...By choke servo or by ignition kill
It seems all the gas pilots at my field have a servo actuated choke for convenience's sake if their engine is cowled (i.e. not a stick). I'm just getting into gassers so this is a good thread.
Posted on: 3/5/2008 12:17 AM by Author "Tweet" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: Model Tech Great Lakes
The Great Lakes is a cool airplane. I have many hours in a full scale one. I wish someone made an ARF of this classic. Sorry I can't help you on the Model Tech version. Looks like you're doing a nice job though.
Posted on: 3/5/2008 12:05 AM by Author "Tweet" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: BCMAEngines
You do have to resist the temptation to keep going bigger and bigger. Let's face it most of us can get 95% of the fun out of smaller airplanes. I'm just getting back into the hobby so want to go small gas (up to 50CC which I can fit in my SUV) or electric which I can fly at my house if I want. I think Adam at BCMA will get back to you...he responds just not right away.
Posted on: 2/27/2008 9:08 PM by Author "Tweet" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: Carl Goldberg 80" Decathlon, Gas engine ??
Did anyone ever figure out if the G-20 or a BCMA Sport 26-IV would fit in the cowl? I like the idea of a gas Decathlon but want to avoid the larger airplanes.
Posted on: 2/27/2008 1:29 AM by Author "Tweet" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: how long will it run
Hi Guns, I'm thinking of getting the BCMA Sport 26-IV for an Ultrastick Lite. The weight of this engine with muffler and exhaust is 36 ounces. Will I have to mount the servos in the tail to balance?
Posted on: 2/27/2008 1:26 AM by Author "Tweet" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: Ultra stick lite, gas engine?
The BCMA only weights 36 ounces with the ignition and muffler. Given that light weight could you leave the servos for rudder and elevator in the stock location?
Posted on: 2/27/2008 1:22 AM by Author "Tweet" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: BCMAEngines
I'm planning to use the BCMA 40 on a Stinger 120 as well. New to gas and just getting back into the hobby but don't want to mess with glow and like the sound of the engines (hence not going electric). The 40 should be a good match because of its light weight. Looking forward to see how you do with it.
Posted on: 2/26/2008 4:29 PM by Author "Tweet" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: Ultra Stick LITE Done Right ..!
I know this is an old thread, but the "pig" in the hummer didn't fail to tie down your airplane. People aren't supposed to deal with RC airplanes flying out of trucks on the road dude.
Posted on: 2/17/2008 2:07 AM by Author "Tweet" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - 3D & Aerobatic"
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RE: AXI 5320/28
I don't buy airplanes because they were "designed for electric" but the Funtana looks like it was. Very lightly constructed. I imagine a glow motor beats the airframe to death but electric is great. I have two ThunderPower 4S3P batteries and they fit over the top of the wing tube and into the firewall area like the airplane was designed for them (in fact the instruction manual does discuss the E-conversion is some detail). With the setup you have and for $200 or so it would be hard to go wrong. To swing the larger prop you have to replace the stock gear. I got the CF gear from Graphtech. There are a lot of great threads on converting this airplane. It has been done successfully many times. Another nice thing about the Funtana 90 is the removable hatch. Very handy for battery access and kind of rare on the smaller airplanes (below 25% scale). Nice airplane to convert for sure. Here are some threads: http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=340944&highlight=funtana+ http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=379799 http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_2599797/anchors_3073885/mpage_1/key_/anchor/tm.htm#3073885
Posted on: 11/4/2005 11:27 PM by Author "Tweet" in the forum "Glow to Electric Conversions"
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RE: AXI 5320/28
I have my 5320/28 on a Funtana 90 with 8S3P and a APCE 19x10. It weighs around 9# and has excellent vertical producing 1300 watts. If you're looking to fly something scale you could go up to 13 lbs with this combination and have pretty good performance (100 watts/pound).
Posted on: 11/4/2005 10:33 PM by Author "Tweet" in the forum "Glow to Electric Conversions"
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RE: Servos for 28%
I've purchased 5945s for everything but the rudder and for that I purchased a JR 8611. Sounds like with the advice of the people on this thread you will be okay with what you have though.
Posted on: 10/31/2005 5:15 PM by Author "Tweet" in the forum "WildHare R/C Support"
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RE: ? for Tom
[quote]ORIGINAL: flier RTK, Mine came out with an all up weight of 16 Lbs. 10oz. List of gear is in the Sukhoi build thread. [/quote] Sounds like it is as Tom was saying...larger than the 28% airplanes, but about the same weight.
Posted on: 10/29/2005 8:19 PM by Author "Tweet" in the forum "WildHare R/C Support"
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RE: New 81" P-47 ARF coming from Hangar 9
Just in time for Christmas...'06. Looks like a neat airplane, well worth the wait.
Posted on: 10/26/2005 12:57 PM by Author "Tweet" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: New 81" P-47 ARF coming from Hangar 9
I hate to get the first batch of anything if I can help myself (airplane, car, etc.). Should be a nice one when it does come out though.
Posted on: 10/24/2005 11:55 AM by Author "Tweet" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Top Flite Giant P-51 Conversion
Darrell, Thanks for the tips. It seems you've looked more closely at the P-47 than I have. Only problem is an electric sounds more like a Merlin than a Wright radial, but, oh well. I would go with the AXI 5330/18 and use the same battery set as I am going to use on my Wild Hare 28%. I think the TF P-51 might be too heavy for my setup, but perhaps not. It would certainly fly scale or better. However, the P-47 with the hatch already in and a simple landing gear system (that apparently works okay) already installed, etc. along with being a bit lighter seems the way to go.
Posted on: 10/23/2005 9:14 PM by Author "Tweet" in the forum "Glow to Electric Conversions"
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RE: Top Flite Giant P-51 Conversion
Awesome. There is definitely a warbird in my future. I'm thinking the new H-9 P-47. It is a bit lighter and smaller and has a nice hatch.
Posted on: 10/23/2005 8:26 PM by Author "Tweet" in the forum "Glow to Electric Conversions"
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RE: Wild Stik 120
Anyone build and fly a Wild Stick 120? What did it come at for weight?
Posted on: 10/23/2005 8:40 AM by Author "Tweet" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: Always ARF.
[quote]ORIGINAL: panzerd18 Most of the Hobby shops I visit mostly sell ARF's and electrics. I bet ARF's sell more than kits. [/quote] Its a market driven decision on their part I am sure. Incidentally, I enjoy my car even though I didn't build it. I do wax it myself sometimes, though.
Posted on: 10/21/2005 11:22 AM by Author "Tweet" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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