RE: Official Hobby Zone
Sinai, wow! two of you guys just happen to live next to a dam?
Posted on: 11/20/2009 6:12 PM by Author "Wheelnut" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9268318

RE: Unofficial
[quote]ORIGINAL: nomobux I have a concrete beach pad on the low end of the yard. I'll run up creek from there. If something happens, I'll grab it on the way down .. lol [/quote] Someone has their thinking cap on[8D] We have some small creeks around here that would be fun to run it. I will probably get one next spring, when I gots mo buxs.
Posted on: 11/20/2009 3:29 PM by Author "Wheelnut" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9267938

RE: Unofficial
Hey Lloyd, are you still running stock? How long does this boat run stock before something burns up? And what do you guys do if the boat flips on the other side of the river? That water is running pretty fast. Tokyopop got lucky when his flipped right next to him.
Posted on: 11/20/2009 8:40 AM by Author "Wheelnut" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9267158

RE: Official Hobby Zone
Fishing pole works best. I used to use one when I ran RC boats. just put a couple of extra weights so you can cast far and a treble hook and your set.
Posted on: 11/19/2009 6:47 PM by Author "Wheelnut" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9265988

RE: Unofficial
Etokyopop, Nice vid. Looks a little chilly[&:][;)] lol That really looks like fun. The whole video, I was wondering what you were going to do if the boat flipped over. So in the end, it did flip over. How did you get it out? What if it flipped over on the other side of the river or a littel down the river?
Posted on: 11/19/2009 6:29 PM by Author "Wheelnut" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9265947

RE: ESKY LAMA 4 THREAD
Totally AWESOME!
Posted on: 11/19/2009 8:34 AM by Author "Wheelnut" in the forum "Esky Helicopters"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9264776

RE: Official Hobby Zone
Sinai, Awesome! Very nice flying. Don't you just love how the extra weight helps level the plane out a little. I would be nervous landing on whater. Have you ever had her flip over upon touch down?
Posted on: 11/19/2009 8:27 AM by Author "Wheelnut" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9264765

RE: Official Hobby Zone
Click the youtube button, top right of reply window then put your link between the two [ ] that have youtube written in them. This is my MS Composite Unique [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fuuJx-92A9c[/youtube]
Posted on: 11/18/2009 4:16 PM by Author "Wheelnut" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9263336

RE: Official Hobby Zone
Sinai, I saw that one last night while checking on the release date of the Micro Cub. Belemnoid said it exactly as I would have, so I don't need to repeat it. Jet[&o] my skills aren't there yet Micro Cub[:D] can't wait
Posted on: 11/18/2009 8:19 AM by Author "Wheelnut" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9262369

RE: I'm going electric!! What should I get?
The DX6i is a great radio and will hold 10 model memory. I will say that the DX7 provides one more channel if you really need it. Other than that, it is preferable to those who would rather have a sleeker radio with more crazy trim functions or definitely if you fly a heli. The DX7 is thinner and fits in the hands better. I will stick with my 6i and be happy with it. The most important thing about having a radio that has model memory is so you don't have to worry about trimming every time you fly a different plane. That can lead to mistakes and crashes. Like if you forget to reverse a servo. I would think this would be especially important with glow planes. Maybe I'm wrong on that one, I'm not a glow plane pilot
Posted on: 11/17/2009 12:44 PM by Author "Wheelnut" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9260251

RE: Unofficial
Goldsmim5, you mean sub-C don't you? I find it very interesting that these little boats run Sub C batteries. I would have guessed 2/3A size would be appropriate. Video is gooooood[sm=tongue_smile.gif]
Posted on: 11/17/2009 8:45 AM by Author "Wheelnut" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9259820

RE: Official Hobby Zone
Sinai, That bird looks really good on the water! When are you going to camo the nose?[:D] PS, thanks for keeping the pics small and resizeable.
Posted on: 11/17/2009 8:25 AM by Author "Wheelnut" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9259794

RE: Unofficial
I used to have one of those. Make sure to use contact grease. Like white lithium.
Posted on: 11/16/2009 8:35 PM by Author "Wheelnut" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9258887

RE: I'm going electric!! What should I get?
I like going out the back door to fly also, that is why I LOVE my Micro Cessna, Micro Citabria, Ember, Sukhoi, Vapor and Micro P-51, I can fly all of them in my back yard. I will definitely not drive any more that 3 to 5 miles to fly. Fortunately, I have one huge field less than a mile from my house and two more less than 5 miles. I had the DX5e and enjoyed it very much until my hangar started getting bigger and I needed a radio that I could program settings for more than one plane on. It sucks having to trim every time you switch planes. So I sold the 5e and got the 6i. I am currently a little upset with my self for not getting the DX7. It is a thinner nicer radio. However, I am going to join the AMA. It would be nice to have if some accident was to happen.
Posted on: 11/16/2009 8:31 PM by Author "Wheelnut" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9258876

RE: Unofficial
You need to get a marine esc like this one. And yes that is a good battery. I have several of them also. http://www.hobbycity.com/hobbycity/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=7377&Product_Name=Turnigy_Marine_35A_Brushless_Boat_ESC or this http://www.hobbycity.com/hobbycity/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=8945&Product_Name=Turnigy_Marine_80A-HV_Brushless_Boat_ESC Not sure how many amps you guys are pulling
Posted on: 11/16/2009 7:32 PM by Author "Wheelnut" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9258705

RE: Budget Taylorcraft 450
Sorry, but I don't know anything about that plane or it's motors. But I do know some guys that can help. There was a thread on this forum that they were always on, but they are at this link now. I hope it helps. http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?p=13597714#post13597714 And I hope I don't get into trouble. Just trying to help a fellow RC guy out.
Posted on: 11/16/2009 7:27 PM by Author "Wheelnut" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9258690

RE: I'm going electric!! What should I get?
Ok, but standard doesn't count when there are two of them sitting in our RCU ads for $135 I bet you can get either one of them with free shipping and of course no tax.
Posted on: 11/16/2009 7:19 PM by Author "Wheelnut" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9258674

RE: ESKY LAMA 4 THREAD
How much is it?? If it is not less than half the cost of an E-Sky, then I wouldn't chance it.
Posted on: 11/16/2009 7:11 PM by Author "Wheelnut" in the forum "Esky Helicopters"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9258648

RE: Unofficial
Don't let the cheap prices fool you. I have had lipos and brushless motors and brushless esc's from them for over a year and none of them have given me any problems. Look out, over priced goods in US.
Posted on: 11/16/2009 9:17 AM by Author "Wheelnut" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9257339

RE: I'm going electric!! What should I get?
After 2 minutes of research, I found this new in box DX6i right here in our RCU back yard for $135.00, no rx. http://www.rcuniverse.com/market/item.cfm?itemId=572976 And this rx on ebay, buy it now for $39.99, This next one is a slightly used DX6i for $135.00 and since there is also a new one for the same price, then you might be able to get this one for a little less. http://www.rcuniverse.com/market/item.cfm?itemId=570606 So that is a set-up for $175, that is only $25 more than I paid. I bought mine about 2 years ago, when it wasn't so popular and all of these little planes weren't out yet. If you look hard enough and mabye long enough, I'm sure you will find a similar deal.
Posted on: 11/16/2009 9:13 AM by Author "Wheelnut" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9257335

RE: Budget Taylorcraft 450
My bad, now I get it. But I would say that practice is in order. I always change my battery, esc, charge lead plugs as soon as I get them. It never fails. When you buy something, it doesn't come with the adaptor plug you want. I hate to say it, but I think you are fighting a loosing battle. Even most motors don't come with any type of adaptor on them. That is the great thing about America, no uniformity[sm=75_75.gif] Actually, I get pretty tired of soldering myself. I am currently getting tired of Deans plugs because they are so hard to get apart. I recently bought two Traxxas Stampedes for my son and myself. They came with the Traxxas plugs and I like them. But they are so expensive. I guess I will start the switch over slowly. One esc and one battery at a time.
Posted on: 11/16/2009 8:44 AM by Author "Wheelnut" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9257293

RE: Budget Taylorcraft 450
If you don't have the means to solder, the best thing to do is to order a RTF airplane.
Posted on: 11/15/2009 10:56 PM by Author "Wheelnut" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9256642

RE: Nitro Planes EPP
Thanks[:D]
Posted on: 11/15/2009 8:41 PM by Author "Wheelnut" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9256228

RE: TEST POST
If you subscribe, you will receive an instant email notification that someone replied in the thread that you subscribed to. You can guess the rest[:D]
Posted on: 11/15/2009 8:39 PM by Author "Wheelnut" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9256224

RE: Nitro Planes EPP
Man, that has to be the latest reply I have ever seen. I am sure this guy is over it by now.
Posted on: 11/15/2009 6:23 PM by Author "Wheelnut" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9255882

RE: I'm going electric!! What should I get?
Ok, but that still isn't in line with what we are talking about on this thread at all.
Posted on: 11/15/2009 6:20 PM by Author "Wheelnut" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9255873

RE: ESKY LAMA 4 THREAD
Personally, I would go with the Walkera, it is a better known brand to me. I have never heard of the nine Eagles.
Posted on: 11/15/2009 6:09 PM by Author "Wheelnut" in the forum "Esky Helicopters"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9255849

RE: I'm going electric!! What should I get?
Yeh, I can't wait to hear this one. You can't even get a receiver for that much. Not a 2.4ghz anyway. Then add servos and control rods and horns, esc, battery and so on..... good luck.
Posted on: 11/15/2009 3:12 PM by Author "Wheelnut" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9255535

RE: I'm going electric!! What should I get?
"Way too much on my planes"?? please tell me where you can get a brushless motor for less than $5.99 and a 3s 1000mah lipo for less than $13.00. I would love to know.
Posted on: 11/14/2009 4:34 PM by Author "Wheelnut" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9253556

RE: I'm going electric!! What should I get?
MAN! Could of had the DX6i[:@] Oh well, hope you have fun with what you got. That's what it's all about. I know I'm having a blast with my planes. I even feel better when I don't give my hard earned cash to companies that I think charge too much. I don't mind shopping around to get a better deal. I also enjoy putting in the hop up parts, it's kind of rewarding. [;)] Best of luck and happy flying.
Posted on: 11/14/2009 11:27 AM by Author "Wheelnut" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9253091