RE: KARBONITE GEARS
[quote]ORIGINAL: jerrysu29 My posts were meant for the same [b]FYI[/b] for extreme cold weather flying. I would gladly trade places with ya during the winter months for flying. [/quote] I've used the Karbonite geared Hitec servos for several years with no problems. They are in multiple 60 to 120 sized planes. I guess it is good to know that I should not fly them in cold weather. However, I've been in Florida so long I've forgotten what time of year is that[:D][:D] I know, I know, someone will say its when the hurricanes go away[:)][:)]
Posted on: 11/20/2009 7:33 PM by Author "airbusdrvr" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: Kit Building Cool Tools
I have the identical saw and love. It has been used during many a build.
Posted on: 11/18/2009 3:40 PM by Author "airbusdrvr" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Taurus plans
Why not go this route, it is the same plane? https://www.homeandhobbysolutions.com/Primus%20Details.htm I bought a horizontal and vertical stab from Jeff for my old Taurus. If you want a Taurus, this would be the way to go.
Posted on: 11/18/2009 2:07 PM by Author "airbusdrvr" in the forum "Classic Pattern Flying"
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RE: Sig Seniorita
[quote]ORIGINAL: crash bandicoute hey, i'm just on the other side of the dirt mound from you. we do training over there on your side quite often... i like the ultracote better also. i like the lower temperatures it takes. my LHS primarily sales monokote though. i wish ultracote made more colors than the one or two that i have seen anywhere. [/quote] Friends don't let friends use Monokote[:)] Here is a link to the colors available from Horizon or your LHS can order them.
Posted on: 11/18/2009 6:47 AM by Author "airbusdrvr" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: new old classic pattern engine
[quote]ORIGINAL: daggets very nice classic pattern engine here! http://www.mecoa.com/index1.htm [/quote] All I get with that link is an opening page, no engine.
Posted on: 11/4/2009 1:03 PM by Author "airbusdrvr" in the forum "Classic Pattern Flying"
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RE: covering for four star ARF
I recently had to recover a 4*120 arf and sig gave me an outfit in CA that sells a covering that is the same as their "aerokote." I'd give SIG a call. It is late and I don't have the info at my fingertips. If I find it, I'll PM you later. Now I remember. I think the name of the covering was Toughlon. Sig gave me a telephone number for an outfit in CA that sold the same stuff as Aerokote, they just called it Toughlon. Or maybe Sig just calls Toughlon Aerokote.
Posted on: 11/3/2009 9:14 PM by Author "airbusdrvr" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: YS 2 Strokes & After Run Oil
The castor oil used as after run oil is probably flushed out when the engine is running. I certainly don't have all the answers. I was just really surprised at how all the after run oil choices(except castor) bead up like water in oil when mixed with our glow fuels.
Posted on: 11/3/2009 3:23 AM by Author "airbusdrvr" in the forum "Classic Pattern Flying"
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RE: YS 2 Strokes & After Run Oil
There have been discussions in several forums about the "better" after run oil. People use ATF, synthetics, etc. I do not wish to start an after run oil battle. Just an observation, though. Take a small container and put some of your fuel in the the container. Then put in the after run oil of your choosing. See if it separates like water and oil. If it does, is it really giving you much protection? After performing this test with several fuels and after run oils, I started using castor oil as my after run oil. Castor oil does not separate and leave areas where the fuel remains and areas where only the after run oil contacts the parts. Castor was the only one that mixed with the fuel. I generally put at least a tablespoon or two through the breather tube(where it blows the oil from the engine) with a syringe.
Posted on: 11/2/2009 12:56 PM by Author "airbusdrvr" in the forum "Classic Pattern Flying"
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RE: New SPektrum recall fire hazard
http://www.spektrumrc.com/Articles/Article.aspx?ArticleID=2044
Posted on: 11/1/2009 10:47 AM by Author "airbusdrvr" in the forum "JR Radio & Spektrum Radios"
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RE: Curare 40 original MK kit
[quote]ORIGINAL: richardgerardi Firts dumb question. The plan only has one wing. the right one how do you build the left wing? I was thinking that maybe to build the left wing on the plan and then flip over and it will fit fine? Am I correct? i will post pics once I get started. I had posted a thread amny months ago and some one asked that I make templates but I don't have the time and would really like to get this one going. Any suggestions on how to get the retratcts on and should it have flaps and air brakes aI see on the plan many things that I don't know if I like. It does not have a manual. Thanks for the help. [/quote] You could take it to a copy center(Kinkos, Office Depot, etc.) and I'll bet a reverse copy could be made.
Posted on: 10/31/2009 9:14 AM by Author "airbusdrvr" in the forum "Classic Pattern Flying"
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RE: BEST DELTA EVER! Post your deltas
http://www.batterystuff.com/batteries/upc-telecom/UB8Dagm-45964.html[:)][:)]
Posted on: 10/30/2009 1:53 PM by Author "airbusdrvr" in the forum "Extreme Speed Prop Planes"
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RE: Atlanta 60 and Engine - HELP
[quote]ORIGINAL: Roguedog le fou, How bought this setup for the perry pump. [/quote] I don't think all that stuff will fit in the nose of an Atlanta. As Deadstik and I mentioned above, the centerlline of the fuel tank is at least two to three inches above the carb. The airplane was designed back when the YS61s and OS61s, both pumped, were in vogue. These engines can still occassionally be found here in the classifieds and on that other auction site.
Posted on: 10/30/2009 8:52 AM by Author "airbusdrvr" in the forum "Classic Pattern Flying"
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RE: Spektrum not binding
Don't know a thing about the Futaba transmitter( I use JR and Spektrum) but I saw this question some time back. It had to do with the transmitter's PPM or PCM( or whatever) mode. Hope that helps. I'm sure someone who is familiar with those type modes will chime in soon. It might be your problem.
Posted on: 10/29/2009 2:08 PM by Author "airbusdrvr" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: RC Pilot figures are you getting what you want?
Please do not take this post as disparging anyone who sells or uses bought pilot figures. I have just had more fun finding doll heads for my planes and most people who see them seem to get a good chuckle.
Posted on: 10/28/2009 8:45 PM by Author "airbusdrvr" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: GOOD SOURCE FOR 12V POWER SUPPLY
[quote]ORIGINAL: Weasel Keeper Your are welcome. I have ordered much via Amazon and have yet to have a problem. No need to worry. [/quote] Well, shipping was quick enough. Amazon sent an "item shipped" e-mail with the UPS tracking number today. Will be delivered on the 28th. Weasel Keeper, Thanks
Posted on: 10/26/2009 4:17 PM by Author "airbusdrvr" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: Building the House of Balsa A7 Corsair Propjet
I've been following this thread as the A-7 interests me. I used to fly the real one in my younger days. Just curious if anyone has seen plans or a kit for one that might be more in the 70 inch wing span sizie? Maybe something for a 1.25 sized engine. Just curious.
Posted on: 10/26/2009 4:13 PM by Author "airbusdrvr" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Spinners for 3 blades props
http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/WTI0095P?FVSEARCH=%3CB%3Espi%3C%2FB%3Enners+%3CB%3E3-blade%3C%2FB%3E
Posted on: 10/26/2009 7:12 AM by Author "airbusdrvr" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: Setting up Flaps JR 9303
dspadler, I have the x9303 and it sounds as if you have the XP9303. They are identical(or nearly so) in programing. Go to page A-11(wing type) for instructions on setting up your ailerons using one channel and a y-harness. Then go to page A-25(flap sys) to program your flaps. This is certainly not presume that you have not done this, but after more than two years using the X9303, I still start at the first page of the manual for my plane setups. I just go page by page. There are so many little things(inhibits, etc.) that must be accomplished that I never just do it from memory. Good Luck
Posted on: 10/24/2009 9:23 PM by Author "airbusdrvr" in the forum "JR Radio & Spektrum Radios"
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RE: GOOD SOURCE FOR 12V POWER SUPPLY
[quote]ORIGINAL: Weasel Keeper [link=http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002BA57A]Here[/link] is a direct replacement for $50 with no shipping charge. [/quote] Thanks for the info. I just ordered it. Hope all is well with order. I have never ordered anything thru Amazon. I have my fingers crossed.
Posted on: 10/24/2009 8:38 PM by Author "airbusdrvr" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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GOOD SOURCE FOR 12V POWER SUPPLY
My 120vac to 12vdc 12 amp power supply just died. I'm sure a new one would probably be cheaper than repairing the old one. Would like suggestions for a good price to value source to buy a new one. Thanks
Posted on: 10/24/2009 1:07 PM by Author "airbusdrvr" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: GOOD SOURCE FOR 12V POWER SUPPLY
Here is picture of the one I would like to replace. I see it is 10amp instead of the 12 amp I mentioned in the beginning question of this thread.
Posted on: 10/24/2009 12:52 PM by Author "airbusdrvr" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: covering question - yet another
If this is a kit built plane and if it has a solid balsa wing tip that is sanded to shape, I do the following to make the covering job easier. I will shape and taper the wing tip block but do not taper the wing tip block to a point. I leave the tip flat. Then after the lower and upper covering is applied, I will make an appropriately sized air foil shaped trim piece to go on the wing tip covering any irregularities where the wing covering was trimmed. Another tip, UltraCote will make wing tips much easier than Monokote.
Posted on: 10/24/2009 7:53 AM by Author "airbusdrvr" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: GOOD SOURCE FOR 12V POWER SUPPLY
[quote]ORIGINAL: vicman You most likely will need 7a min for charging purposes. I noticed that Hobby People had a 20a unit for around $50 on sale. [/quote] Could you give the part number or a link? There must be a gazillion power supplies on their site. thanks
Posted on: 10/23/2009 4:23 PM by Author "airbusdrvr" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: GOOD SOURCE FOR 12V POWER SUPPLY
Now that you mention the computer power supply, I have one that I stopped using when I bought from a friend the one that just died. I still would like to find a source for a dedicated 120vac to 12vdc power supply. But thanks for the imput. I will get my computer power supply down from storage until I can replace the dead one.
Posted on: 10/23/2009 2:05 PM by Author "airbusdrvr" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: do you own a car just to transport your planes?
Crash, I think so far in this thread you are the winner. Nice van.
Posted on: 10/21/2009 7:27 AM by Author "airbusdrvr" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: Spektrum range check
And stay clear of metal fences, I have heard.
Posted on: 10/20/2009 7:19 PM by Author "airbusdrvr" in the forum "JR Radio & Spektrum Radios"
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RE: Radio control range
[quote]ORIGINAL: Flying Geezer Contact Lockheed Martin at the Sandista National Labratory in Los Alomos, NM. They will tell you what regulatory authorities you have to deal with, and then you'll find out what equipment is legal, and what clearances you'll need with the FAA and other authorities. [/quote] Could that be the Sandia National Labs in Albuquerque? http://www.sandia.gov/
Posted on: 10/20/2009 5:27 PM by Author "airbusdrvr" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: Breakin of my new Saito 125
I have a Saito 125 that has many hours and gallons through it. It does vibrate more than some other comparable engines. It is a lighter weight engine for comparable displacement. As mentioned above, after several hours tune it as you would any glow engine(low end lean enough to accelerate and not die and an rpm increase at idle if the fuel line is pinched). It will then get smoother. I use a castor oil blend in my 125 and the outside of my muffler is fairly black from the burned oil.
Posted on: 10/20/2009 5:21 PM by Author "airbusdrvr" in the forum "Glow Engines"
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RE: Channel Sharing with Battery
If the battery slot is labeled something like "batt/7" then you can use a y on any channel. I use JR/Spektrm and those receivers have slots for all channels and then an extra one or two slots labeled "batt" But when I was using Futaba FP 127 DF 72Mhz receivers, connecting the battery with a y to any channel would work.
Posted on: 10/20/2009 6:54 AM by Author "airbusdrvr" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: Advice on choosing 120 size kit
[quote]ORIGINAL: cloudancer03 the spacewalker 2 is a good choice as is the sig 120.if you like bipes try a dynaflight se5a mine flies freat with a 120.I am in the process of finishing my spacewalkerfrom a sig kit you can also buy it from tower which may turn out to be easier than dealing with sig directly and you can probably save a couple bucks with towers cupons.when I bought mine I paid 159 and free shipping cause I amn a member of the buyers club. [/quote] Tower is dropping a lot of SIG kits. I've bought directly from SIG several times this year and it is hassle free and quick. No Problems, there.
Posted on: 10/20/2009 6:49 AM by Author "airbusdrvr" in the forum "Kit Building"
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