RE: Greater Southwest 2012 Waco Texas
To Larry, Bob C. and all the other great members of HOTMAC......this event was a clear reminder of just what this hobby is all about. I consider it a distinct honor to have been invited to reunite with those I met at the very first one, 30 years ago! Renewing old acquaintances and making new friends was remarkable. Special thanks to Mike Kulczyk, Dawn Ellzey, Butch Sichels, Bill Kinney and others for making it happen. I can't believe just how many world problems we solved in our discussions! For those of you who haven't been and love jet modeling, put this one on next year's "Don't Miss" list. Thanks again, all! Rich U.
Posted on: 9/10/2012 1:23 PM by Author "aeroscale" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11224046

S-3 Viking EDF video
For those of you who might be interested, here's a link to my S-3 video. This is the 60" version, the 82" version should be going into the paint shop shortly. http://youtu.be/zkSDmcux5D8 Rich
Posted on: 8/11/2012 8:46 AM by Author "aeroscale" in the forum "Electric RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11189296

RE: OV-10 Bronco 81
Srping Air www.retracts.com
Posted on: 8/10/2012 12:23 PM by Author "aeroscale" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11188439

RE: OV-10 Bronco 81
Hi Ron, I'll try to scan the original M.A.N. article and make it available to those that need it as a pdf. file. The canopy and other plastic part sourcing for the 81" version seem to be making progress. After any number of attempts at a variety of suppliers, I think I've found one that has the ability, interest and equipment to do them for me at a reasonable price. Should have samples within a week, fingers crossed. To all of you I've disappointed with delays, I apologize. Will keep you all posted. Rich
Posted on: 8/8/2012 7:01 PM by Author "aeroscale" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11186309

RE: OV-10 Bronco 81
Gaines, Looks and sounds great! Nice job! Rich
Posted on: 6/30/2012 3:46 PM by Author "aeroscale" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11137975

RE: OV-10 Bronco 81
Thanks, Les (CanDo). I just sent him an e-mail. I love his stuff, especially the "cartoon scale" Warbirds. In addition to his Bronco and Mohawk, he's got an outstanding EDF B-58 Hustler. Rich
Posted on: 6/26/2012 1:18 PM by Author "aeroscale" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11132761

RE: OV-10 Bronco 81
Les, Didn't have an e-mail address, tried the site link JeffH provided here. Tried again, same error message. Rich
Posted on: 6/26/2012 8:19 AM by Author "aeroscale" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11132366

RE: OV-10 Bronco 81
JeffH, I tried to contact Keith thru the link you provided with no success. I verified the site address from other sources and I still came up with the same error message. I'll try another way. Rich
Posted on: 6/25/2012 10:32 AM by Author "aeroscale" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11131196

RE: OV-10 Bronco 81
[quote]ORIGINAL: JeffH Rich, have you talked to www.parkflyerplastics.com ? He does many many low volume canopies and accesories. [/quote] JeffH, I have spoken with Keith in the past, as I think he does really great design work on some very neat subjects. I have not discussed the molding with him but I will; perhaps it can at least get me out of the woods with the guys that need canopies right away. Thanks for the tip. Rich
Posted on: 6/25/2012 10:24 AM by Author "aeroscale" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11131183

RE: OV-10 Bronco 81
Ron101, Thank you, your support is very much appreciated. Rich
Posted on: 6/20/2012 8:29 AM by Author "aeroscale" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11125140

RE: OV-10 Bronco 81
Sheet 2
Posted on: 6/19/2012 9:21 PM by Author "aeroscale" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11124700

RE: OV-10 Bronco 81
These might help. Spring Airs, others similar.
Posted on: 6/19/2012 9:17 PM by Author "aeroscale" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11124693

RE: OV-10 Bronco 81
[b]Now I sit with a complete model probably worth $1500 with no canopy. Gaines is nice enough to work out a solution which has seemed to evade you for two years and you pull the rug out from under him. Either you intend to support your customer base or you don't. You can't keep telling us the check is in the mail. Jerry. [/b] I would suggest you read my earlier post. How is it that I "pulled the rug out from under him"? I would have thought my offer to send the aluminum mold to Fiberglass Specialties would have at least provided the small number of canopies you folks required, at least allowing me to continue my search for a source for all my other plastic parts molding requirements. After that, modelers could decide whether or not they wanted to buy them from me. I would further suggest one additional point; collect and understand all the facts before you speak to an issue and challenge someone's, anyone's, integrity. End of my input; have a happy thread. Rich
Posted on: 6/19/2012 3:53 PM by Author "aeroscale" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11124320

RE: OV-10 Bronco 81
[quote]ORIGINAL: jbarnes Gaines, thank you for all your efforts. This is my first and last plane from Rich. Jerry. [/quote] So, let me understand your reasoning, jbarnes; your decision is a result of exactly what? Rich
Posted on: 6/19/2012 1:20 PM by Author "aeroscale" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11124127

RE: OV-10 Bronco 81
Gaines and the other folks, I just got off the phone with Craig at Fiberglass Specialties. We had a discussion, the net result of which he decided that he was not planning to get involved for a variety of reasons. I saw his points and I hope he saw mine; we differed on some issues with him concluding that it probably would not be worth doing. If you have specific questions regarding his position, I'm afraid only he can provide answers. I will, however, say that I offered to send him my aluminum mold for the 80" canopy which he declined. Sorry for all this unfortunate turn of events. Rich
Posted on: 6/19/2012 12:07 PM by Author "aeroscale" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11124037

RE: OV-10 Bronco 81
I haven't contacted those two specifically but my guess is that if they respond at all they'll tell me that they require a large run order to make it worth their effort. All that I've contacted seem to fall into the "$3500 bricklayer" category...... Haven't given up yet though; just looking for some fresh ideas from fellow modelers!
Posted on: 6/12/2012 6:33 PM by Author "aeroscale" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11116252

RE: OV-10 Bronco 81
Little help here, guys. The continued (and future) availability of plastic parts, including canopies, for my OV-10 is dependent purely on finding a supplier willing to produce the parts. I have production quality (read $$$) aluminum molds and they have spent more time traveling around the country than I have. Lots of companies are capable of providing the service but I'm afraid you guys would not be willing to pay the price they want in small quantities. If any of you know of companies willing to undertake the task, I'm all ears. I'm not talking about your fellow club member who just retired and has a shop vac that's not doing anything and is thinking about going into business. The level of quality I'd expect is the same that you would demand for the price you'd pay. I've been trying to secure a supplier for quite some time now and it hasn't yet been fruitful. Would love to hear from you. Rich
Posted on: 6/12/2012 4:35 PM by Author "aeroscale" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11116086

RE: What Color Grey?
If you intend to compete, just make certain your specific model matches your documentation. Remember though, photos and artwork (profiles) are usually the LEAST accurate sources of the actual colors. BUT, if an inaccurate color scheme depicted in a painting is the only thing you use in your documentation package, it's what the judges must use when scoring your entry. A written description with actual color chips, are the most reliable and least "challengeable". I personally feel that, in serious competition, the documentation packages submitted should be scored also. They frequently appear like rushed afterthoughts rather than having been collected before the model was even built.
Posted on: 4/5/2012 1:52 PM by Author "aeroscale" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11029698

RE: OV-10 Bronco 81
Very nice job, Gaines. Good luck and many great flights with it! Rich
Posted on: 3/30/2012 4:20 PM by Author "aeroscale" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11021666

RE: OV-10 Bronco 81
Looking great, beautiful job! Looking forward to video and flight shots; good luck! Rich
Posted on: 3/11/2012 11:14 AM by Author "aeroscale" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10995515

RE: New Giant OV-10 Bronco
[quote]ORIGINAL: Ron101 I just wish I would get some sort of info from Rich. I've emailed him, pm'ed him, ask here and nothing at all... I've seen him logged on to this thread but won't say a word. I personally find it rude... don't understand what the secret would be it's simple..... maybe someday, never, soon, not sure....anything is better than nothing but what ever I've tried [/quote] Sorry you consider me rude, Ron, but the fact of the matter is that I would prefer to spend whatever "extra" time I have for the hobby designing, developing and building projects that have captured my interest. I rarely participate in forums as it tends to consume time I feel is better spent elsewhere in other pursuits. I am not one obsessed with the current trend of "social networking" as I prefer my friends and acquaintances to be those I can see, shake hands with, and spend quality time. Generally, I shy away from active involvement in the forums except to get a feel for what fellow modelers are doing. I have become increasingly disinterested in participation because, under the cloak of anonymity, many participants seem to continually bash people, products and companies based on their opinions, rarely on facts or repeated occurences. Equally rare is the offer of any credential or validation of experience level. I've seen "reports" where a product was severely bad-mouthed for having inadequate instructions when the basher's total exposure to R/C had been through a foamy, and one wood ARF; he then blamed the "poor" instructions for his inability to glue two sticks together and install the radio equipment. There is no "secret" to my silence; I, like most modelers, have many other interests and activities. I do not earn a living from this activity as I prefer it to remain what it is to me, an enjoyable, rewarding hobby. Want a simple answer? Someday; when I think it's ready. To all the other participants, my apologies for taking the space. Rich
Posted on: 3/11/2012 9:04 AM by Author "aeroscale" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10995372

RE: OV-10 Bronco 81
I'm fairly certain it was Ultracoat or some derivative. My experience is that even with the same product from the same source, there can be significant variations in color from batch to batch. Rich
Posted on: 3/7/2012 8:58 AM by Author "aeroscale" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10990013

RE: OV-10 Bronco 81
Sorry, guys, about the non-response to the e-mails and lack of participation here; I'll try to do better. Here's the scoop on the plastic parts for the 80" Bronco. As indicated on my web site (www.richuravitch.com), the supplier I had could no longer produce the parts and I have been on the quest for a new source. I have one set of molds out to a potential new supplier and am expecting the sample articles shortly. In any case, I do plan on continuing and do not intend to leave anyone who either has undertaken, or plans to undertake, the building of my Bronco, out in the cold. Since it isn't a full time thing with me, I sometimes get behind the power curve. Thanks for the patience and understanding. Rich
Posted on: 3/5/2012 9:30 AM by Author "aeroscale" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10987447

RE: Show every one what your F4U Corsair looks like. Come see some nice pics of Corsairs.
Hangar 9 F4U-1 50 ARF, great flyer! AEROSCALE
Posted on: 1/18/2012 4:14 PM by Author "aeroscale" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10915848

RE: OV-10 Bronco 81
Hi guys, The spar material for the Bronco should be whatever makes you comfortable. The original model used hard balsa, subsequent versions, bass or spruce. More important than the type material, from a strength standpoint, is the is the importance of good wood to wood joints and strong adhesive. Think of the wing structure as a system with each element dependent on the next for integrity and overall durability. I have never had, or heard of, a wing failure of my Bronco design despite some highly aggressive power systems being used or very Chime done........... Rich
Posted on: 1/15/2012 6:33 PM by Author "aeroscale" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
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RE: New AT6 TEXAN from SEAGULL ?
Here's mine. Great flyer! Aeroscale
Posted on: 12/15/2011 8:21 AM by Author "aeroscale" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10860742

RE: OV-10 Bronco 81
.......not to mention the ammo drum!
Posted on: 12/11/2011 5:57 AM by Author "aeroscale" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
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RE: OV-10 Bronco 81
BadLemon, You're right about the 109" version being more scale than the previous two, smaller sizes. In fact, the 109" is a totally different airplane with scale airfoils on both the horizontal and vertical tail surfaces. The canopy was lofted in 3D CAD and the file used to MasterCam a mold from appropriate material. As I mentioned, molds were also made for the cowls, nose and rear caps from which fiberglass parts may be produced. All I really need to do now is to finalize the drawings. As far as flying similarities; the big one flies even better than the 80"! Both my electric and gas versions fly like "cruisers", very stable, predictable and with no quirks at all. As a matter of fact, I loaned my tan camo electric to Sean Curry and he really dazzled the spectators at Monster Planes; most found it hard to believe that it was electric powered. With the cost of electric motors, ESC's and batteries continuing to come down, large electric twins are becoming quite practical as R/C models. What was really cool though, was the sound......not quite turboprop but way quieter than gas. Rich
Posted on: 12/7/2011 3:02 PM by Author "aeroscale" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10848552

RE: OV-10 Bronco 81
I've got the really big one (9'), two in fact, if you'd like to provide the twin turboprops....like the Wren 44. Rich
Posted on: 12/7/2011 1:53 PM by Author "aeroscale" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10848448

RE: OV-10 Bronco 81
All, Thanks for the kind words, they're much appreciated. The plastic parts for the Bronco problem may have resolution. I am awaiting samples from a new vendor to check the quality and, if all goes well, parts for my Broncos and other designs should be available in the near future. Thanks for your patience and understanding. Rich
Posted on: 12/7/2011 9:23 AM by Author "aeroscale" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10847969