RE: Lustercote Dove Grey
I can help you out . I just looked and I have about a half of a can left , that should be more than enough to do what you want. PM me with your address and it's yours. Jim
Posted on: 9/2/2012 7:14 PM by Author "alltumbs" in the forum "Beginners"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11215092

RE: Old Rhienbeck Aerodrome on the 8th
I've never been up your way, but this sounds like one I need to put on my bucket list. Airplanes having babies .... How cool is that !!!! Jim
Posted on: 8/29/2012 10:03 AM by Author "alltumbs" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11210368

RE: Its Official... I Ordered a Kit
Hey Bill Your going to have a ball. Take your time with your build and enjoy the experience. What ever you do when you get to the covering part of your build , don't do what I did and use your wife's clothes iron to put on your covering . Crap I didn't know mine knew those kind of words !!! How far from Griffith are you ??
Posted on: 8/15/2012 11:28 PM by Author "alltumbs" in the forum "Kit Building"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11195394

RE: sup guys..new here
Hey Frank ... You caught that did you ? Next time I'll put my funny hat on , and there won't be any confusion !! And Stevie956 "Welcome aboard", and for god's sake don't take anything here so seriously that you get your nickers in a wad like some do. Enjoy the ride, and by all means put your wheels back on. You didn't really take them off did you ??
Posted on: 8/15/2012 5:53 PM by Author "alltumbs" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11195041

RE: sup guys..new here
Take the wheels off ???
Posted on: 8/14/2012 11:59 PM by Author "alltumbs" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11194020

RE: A Born Again Pup
Me likie. You get a chance post some video. What are the specs on it ???
Posted on: 8/11/2012 4:49 PM by Author "alltumbs" in the forum "Kit Building"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11189724

RE: Review Scams?
I forgot ???
Posted on: 8/4/2012 7:54 PM by Author "alltumbs" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11181201

RE: Answer please!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Turqui Be careful with the heat gun. Don't hold it too close , or for too long in one spot or you'll melt the covering. Monokote melts easier than Ultracote if that is what you have, so go slow and work your way up to how close you hold the heat gun from the surfaces. Jim
Posted on: 7/21/2012 10:38 PM by Author "alltumbs" in the forum "Kit Building"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11164136

RE: WTF????
Not familiar with the Seagull model PC-9 retracts. Are they mechanical, electric, or pneumatic ??
Posted on: 7/11/2012 2:20 PM by Author "alltumbs" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11151718

RE: Top Flight T-34 Engine Choice
Brian I've been flying the TF T-34 for years. I think the OS 95 might be too much for your scale type of flying. All mine (4) were fitted with a YS-63 and I had plenty of power from zoom to scale flight. I never added any weight to balance the cg, just moved my batteries back and it was bang on. I have two OS 91 FS engines and really like them for their sound and power output , but imo they would be too big and over powered for this airframe. Just my opinion, yours may vary. Great little airplane tho, your going to have a lot of fun with it. Jim
Posted on: 6/28/2012 4:21 PM by Author "alltumbs" in the forum "Kit Building"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11135639

RE: How to handle the guys with flawed plans?
Chucksolo69 You sound like the pot calling the kettle black.
Posted on: 6/21/2012 5:28 PM by Author "alltumbs" in the forum "Beginners"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11127113

RE: Great Lakes Biplane Kit???
I have a Flyline Models kit (nib) in my stash. Always thought one day I'd get around to building it , but I don't know now.
Posted on: 6/17/2012 5:09 PM by Author "alltumbs" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11121674

RE: Novice in Need
I'll be short and to the point. All three stiles of powered RC flying (gas,glow, electric) have similar but still different safety concerns from each other. Before you decide on which turns you on more ,research the safety, and storage issues to start. A friend of mine (experienced flyer of ten years) was charging up his lipo batteries, and walked in the house to get another cup of coffee. When he came back out ..... his garage was on fire. RC flying is a blast, your going to make a lot of new friends and want to spend all the time you can with them. But get in the habit of thinking "what if" , what if I do this, or what will happen if I do that. More people have been injured in this sport because they had a "brain fart", or decided that they'll never get dinged, or that safty just dosen't apply to them. Take a number and wait your turn on that one. In the mean time slow down, make a sound decision on how you need to proceed (get help with that) with your training, selection, maintenance, storage, and flying. You do the things, and follow the sound advice your peers here have been giving you and you won't believe how much fun your going to have . Stay safe, and enjoy the flying. It's just going to get better. Jim
Posted on: 6/11/2012 11:38 AM by Author "alltumbs" in the forum "Beginners"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11114556

RE: Painting a prop
I might be going overboard with how I do it , but I have props that are four years old and look as good as the day I painted them. What I do with my props ( I run APC ) is lightly sand to get some bite for the paint , then paint the whole prop with Top Flight Luster cote flat black and let that dry over night , next I mask off the prop except the tip , and this I paint Luster Cote flat white. After the white dries remove the masking and spray a couple light coats of Top Flight simi gloss clear to seal the paint. Balance using the clear and your done. Props not only look good , but I can see the ends of those flying Ginsu knives flying around after I start the engine. Haven't had to retouch up the paint on one yet except for prop strikes.
Posted on: 6/6/2012 11:00 AM by Author "alltumbs" in the forum "Beginners"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11108833

RE: Flight Simulators for Wounded Warriors
OY 6 PM sent. Where do I sign ?? Jim
Posted on: 6/4/2012 2:22 PM by Author "alltumbs" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11106237

RE: 1/4 Scale Stinson Reliant
TK Hope you had more than one battery operated light . Honey you sit here in the dark, I'm going to take the light and go paint my engine. You are hard core !!! Jim
Posted on: 6/1/2012 9:37 AM by Author "alltumbs" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11102540

RE: 1/4 Scale Stinson Reliant
Wow ..... nice work. I mean , that's really nice !!! Jim
Posted on: 5/31/2012 2:38 PM by Author "alltumbs" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11101602

RE: 1/4 Scale Stinson Reliant
No TK, I'm talking about hitting those "really high notes" Jim
Posted on: 5/18/2012 12:04 PM by Author "alltumbs" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11085968

RE: 1/4 Scale Stinson Reliant
Don't ever let her see you posted that picture ......... Or the sopranos will have a new meaning to you.
Posted on: 5/17/2012 8:07 PM by Author "alltumbs" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11085189

RE: Proctor Neuport
I wonder how many guys have said "now why didn't I think of that" after hearing your wife's idea. That was a real AH HA moment. Tell her good job !!! Jim
Posted on: 5/15/2012 10:37 PM by Author "alltumbs" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11082558

RE: Proctor Neuport
OMG .....I don't feel well. Talk about wanting to be a fly on the wall.
Posted on: 5/13/2012 10:17 AM by Author "alltumbs" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11079193

RE: Should I Let Her Fly My Cub?
That's going to take a lot of weight in the rear to balance ..........
Posted on: 5/11/2012 9:07 PM by Author "alltumbs" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11077651

RE: Swap Meet thief.
I'm curious . What happened after he returned the items he stole . Was there any follow up with the law ??? I think I already know the answer , but I have an itch and it needs to be scratched. Jim
Posted on: 5/1/2012 10:30 PM by Author "alltumbs" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11065005

RE: 34 Yr. Old 1/4 J-3 Cub Rebuild
I'm betting Mr Helm is looking down with a big smile on his face. Damn nice work . When your done could you post a before and after picture for us , and maybe a video when you fly it.
Posted on: 4/30/2012 8:55 PM by Author "alltumbs" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11063523

RE: Swap Meet thief.
Wow ....... Real class act.
Posted on: 4/29/2012 7:10 PM by Author "alltumbs" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11061866

RE: Swap Meet thief.
Was it the guy in the blue shirt and tan knee knockers ?
Posted on: 4/29/2012 1:48 PM by Author "alltumbs" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11061462

RE: Sepulveda Basin
OK ........ Now you've gone and done it. That's going too far. Keep your hands off my golf clubs !!!!!
Posted on: 3/30/2012 10:35 AM by Author "alltumbs" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11021239

RE: Top Flite Corsair .61 Cowl Dimentions
I have a Top Flite Corsair kit in the box with a metal cowl , is that what you have or need ??? Jim
Posted on: 3/28/2012 10:46 AM by Author "alltumbs" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11018667

RE: Converting Tower Trainer into a scale plane?
Just a wast of money Why would you need a high torque servo on the throttle ???
Posted on: 3/5/2012 9:25 AM by Author "alltumbs" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10987443

RE: mounting gun
I'm sorry if I missed it. Did you say 4 or 44 ? Either way pull your head out !!!
Posted on: 2/28/2012 8:54 AM by Author "alltumbs" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10979973