RE: Recognize This One?
Thanks guys! Dennis
Posted on: 6/22/2012 11:59 PM by Author "ama353" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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Recognize This One?
I recently acquired this engine and am lost identifying most engines larger than a .60 ... Can you tell me what this one is? The cranckcase is stamped Made in Canada and bears the number 28 (and 28cc would appear to be about right). It has a Walbro carb and was equipped with a Top Flite 18-8 Super-M prop in a 3-1/2" spinner. Serial # is 400274. Thanks! Dennis
Posted on: 6/15/2012 5:54 PM by Author "ama353" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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SuperTigre Brushless Motors & ESC vs. ElectriFly
I'm shopping for a brushless motor & ESC for an ElectriFly airplane. The recommended ElectriFly 400 outrunner and 25A ESC total $90 at Tower Hobbies, while a SuperTigre 400 brushless and 30A ESC total $55. If performance and reliability are comparable, the choice is a no-brainer. Anyone with experience with the SuperTigre products care to comment? Thanks in advance! Dennis
Posted on: 11/22/2011 9:25 AM by Author "ama353" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
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RE: Painting foam......Again need quick help
Thanks a bunch! Out of curiousity, where did you find that info? I'd like to find a match for the current Air Force A-10, among others. Dennis
Posted on: 8/6/2011 2:31 PM by Author "ama353" in the forum "Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft"
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RE: Painting foam......Again need quick help
Glad to see this subject here, I came on to post the same question. How about the Floquil line of paints by Testors? Suppose I want to repaint a ParkZone F4F Wildcat, 38" span - how much paint will I need? Looking for a "Navy Blue" for U.S. Navy aircraft of the '40s and '50s - can anyone recommend a specific color? Thanks in advance! Dennis
Posted on: 8/5/2011 9:40 PM by Author "ama353" in the forum "Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft"
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RE: PT 19 Parts
EBay is probably your best bet to find one quickly. I sold a bunch of them in years past; the rudders don't normally sell for the astronomical prices some of the other parts get. Good luck! Dennis
Posted on: 8/5/2011 9:29 PM by Author "ama353" in the forum "Control Lines"
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Orange Rx Binding Instructions
Anyone have instructions for binding an Orange 2.4GHz Receiver, and possibly pinouts for the servo connections? Thanks in advance! Dennis New Prague, MN
Posted on: 5/4/2011 2:46 PM by Author "ama353" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: Monokote - Super Monokote ?
Actually, I just found the answer on Top Flite's FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) website: - - - - - - - - - - - - Has MonoKote changed over the years? I have a few rolls of covering that say "Super MonoKote" on the wrapper and newer rolls that say "MonoKote". What is the difference? No major changes have been made to the formulation in the past 15 years. That is not to say that slight changes are not made from time to time to conform to constantly changing EPA regulations. This is primarily concerning solvents, the adhesive/pigment package has remained virtually unchanged since the upgrade to "Super MonoKote" . With this in mind please be aware that not all colors are made exactly the same-some colors adhere better than others, some offer more opacity and so on. But they all have essentially the same characteristics. Concerning the change from MonoKote to Super MonoKote and back to MonoKote. The original material sold was "MonoKote" this was only on the market for about 5-6 years before it was upgraded to "Super MonoKote". It has remained Super MonoKote ever since. We stopped using the "Super" designation (but changed nothing in the formulation) because most of the modelers involved in the hobby today do not remember the original MonoKote. This created some confusion with some modelers wondering about "regular" MonoKote. As a final thought, you will note that we did not change the "Super" designation on the roll itself. The imprint of "Super MonoKote" is still stamped on the edge of every roll. - - - - - - - - - - - - Dennis
Posted on: 2/23/2011 12:49 AM by Author "ama353" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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Parts Lists for HB Engines ?
I've acquired several old HB engine parts (NIP) but haven't been able to locate parts lists. MECOA is offering some parts, but they've apparently changed the part numbers. Can anyone here help? Thanks! Dennis
Posted on: 2/22/2011 9:57 PM by Author "ama353" in the forum "Glow Engines"
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Monokote - Super Monokote ?
I confess to paying little attention to the Moneykote products back in the "early days", and now find myself wondering as I see several rolls of covering - some labeled as Monokote, others as Super Monokote - is there a difference, or is the Super just a marketing ploy? Can anyone here clarify? Dennis, just curious ...
Posted on: 2/22/2011 9:52 PM by Author "ama353" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: Twin Cities Auction (Minnesota)
Well, after hearing/reading here of several incidents where the "preview process" was not followed, I must apologize for stating otherwise. And hope we do a better job next year. I also must confess to being something of a "member in name only" when it comes to making things like the auction happen. I've been around model airplanes and clubs for decades, and I've never seen another group where so many people jump in and do what needs to be done with no thought of recognition or credit. TCRC is a great group! Dennis
Posted on: 2/22/2011 9:47 PM by Author "ama353" in the forum "Events, Shows and Fun Fly's - Airplanes"
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RE: Twin Cities Auction (Minnesota)
Jeff, I'm sorry to hear you had a bad experience. And I suspect you're in the minority. I look forward to the auction every year from the standpoint of a seller, a buyer, and as a social event. It's often the one time a year I see certain friends. And I take exception to your comments. Every item comes up from the left side as you face the auctioneer. Every plane is placed on the table or along the wall, where you're given an opportunity to examine it "up close and personal". If you fail to take advantage of that opportunity, please don't blame the auctioneer. There is even a camera focused on the preview table, with the image displayed on a large screen. The guys who serve as auctioneers are all club members, not professional auctioneers, and they're expected to give you the item #, description, and then auction the item off in less than a minute. They are all flyers themselves, and have absolutely nothing to gain by sticking it to a fellow modeler. I think they do a terrific job! Please take some personal responsibility for making an uninformed purchase. The opportunity to do otherwise was amply provided. Dennis PS: I acquired a total of 8 engines at the auction. They are all in better condition than I expected, based on (1) a quick glance, and (2) some experience with engines.
Posted on: 2/13/2011 2:01 PM by Author "ama353" in the forum "Events, Shows and Fun Fly's - Airplanes"
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RE: Twin Cities Auction (Minnesota)
Thanks Mike! Dennis [;)]
Posted on: 2/11/2011 4:09 PM by Author "ama353" in the forum "Events, Shows and Fun Fly's - Airplanes"
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Signature - What is this all about?
I have entered the words (can't) and (they're) in my signature - for some reason they appear as (can"t) and (they"re). I've tried editing many times, no luck. What's up? Dennis
Posted on: 2/11/2011 3:52 PM by Author "ama353" in the forum "Forum questions or problems"
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RE: Twin Cities Auction (Minnesota)
And more ... 307U: Ryobi 31cc 307V: Zenoah 2G380PU - 37.4cc Dennis
Posted on: 2/11/2011 3:30 PM by Author "ama353" in the forum "Events, Shows and Fun Fly's - Airplanes"
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RE: Twin Cities Auction (Minnesota)
<span style="font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA">A couple more ... <span style="font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial">307S: Heavy Duty Starter with Field Box - this is an automobile starter with handles and a micro switch. Works beautifully for starting <span style="font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial">Alpina and similar engines! <span style="font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial">307T: <span style="font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial">Alpina 2-cycle motor with Owner's Manual - 33cc or 38cc, suspect the latter Dennis
Posted on: 2/11/2011 3:26 PM by Author "ama353" in the forum "Events, Shows and Fun Fly's - Airplanes"
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RE: Twin Cities Auction (Minnesota)
Alpina photos ... Dennis
Posted on: 2/10/2011 12:39 AM by Author "ama353" in the forum "Events, Shows and Fun Fly's - Airplanes"
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RE: Twin Cities Auction (Minnesota)
Bought all 3 recently, along with several others, from a man who loved flying the orange and blue beast especially. It took a nose dive due to a radio glitch and needs some rebuilding, but not much. It's covered in fabric - probably Coverite - and appears to be pretty tough. He flew it with the Alpina gas motor. He also flew the smoke-equipped "Hell Hog" but never completed the smoke installation after installing plumbing for it. The blue biplane is a never-completed project which doesn't need much more work. That's about all I know about it. I'll be happy to email or post additional photos, and answer questions as best I can. Dennis
Posted on: 2/9/2011 9:23 PM by Author "ama353" in the forum "Events, Shows and Fun Fly's - Airplanes"
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RE: Twin Cities Auction (Minnesota)
Here's a Biplane that was flown with an Alpina gas motor ... 307Q: 83" Span - includes 3 Servos Dennis
Posted on: 2/9/2011 8:08 PM by Author "ama353" in the forum "Events, Shows and Fun Fly's - Airplanes"
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RE: Twin Cities Auction (Minnesota)
Another three ... 307G: Aerobatic Aircraft Parts - Canopies, Covering Material, Cowl, Landing Gear, Tail Feathers, Wheel Pants, Wing Rods, Wing Panels - several are NIP. 307H: Katana (?) 77" span 307R: Scaled-up Astro Hog (?) with Alpina gas motor; Wings have plumbing for smoke at each wing tip Dennis
Posted on: 2/9/2011 4:46 PM by Author "ama353" in the forum "Events, Shows and Fun Fly's - Airplanes"
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RE: Twin Cities Auction (Minnesota)
And another three ... 307K: Field Box - Loaded! Includes (Good) Battery, Power Panel, Fuel, Fuel Pumps (both electric and hand pump), Starter, Glow Plug Ignitor, Digital Tachometers (2), Digital Load Voltmeter, CA Adhesives, Canopy Cement, J-B Kwik, J-B Weld, Miscellaneous tools 307N: Original Design Project - 70" Span 307P: Blue Biplane Project - 71" Span Dennis
Posted on: 2/9/2011 3:35 PM by Author "ama353" in the forum "Events, Shows and Fun Fly's - Airplanes"
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RE: Twin Cities Auction (Minnesota)
And another three ... 307J: Grab Bag of Wings (4) 307L: Parts Lot 307M: Astro-Hog (?) with SuperTigre .61 Dennis
Posted on: 2/9/2011 1:55 PM by Author "ama353" in the forum "Events, Shows and Fun Fly's - Airplanes"
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RE: Twin Cities Auction (Minnesota)
Wing Bags are WBD01 (44" x 22" x 14") and WBT01 (34" x 30" x 12"). Very nice condition. Dennis
Posted on: 2/8/2011 2:58 PM by Author "ama353" in the forum "Events, Shows and Fun Fly's - Airplanes"
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RE: Twin Cities Auction (Minnesota)
Three more ... 307D: Hobbico Avistar 40 with Servos, Never Flown 307E: Hobby-Pak Wing Bags (2) 307F: Showtime 4D 90 with Digital High Torque Servo Dennis
Posted on: 2/8/2011 2:46 PM by Author "ama353" in the forum "Events, Shows and Fun Fly's - Airplanes"
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RE: Twin Cities Auction (Minnesota)
Here are 3 I'm bringing ... 307A: Yellow High Wing with Servos 307B: Midwest Strikemaster with Servos 307C: Hobbico Sturdy Birdy II with Servos Dennis
Posted on: 2/8/2011 1:00 PM by Author "ama353" in the forum "Events, Shows and Fun Fly's - Airplanes"
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Parts for Como Engines?
Indy R/C distributed Como .40 and .51 engines some years ago. Do parts for any of the SuperTigre engine series fit the Como engines? Thanks! Dennis
Posted on: 12/11/2010 2:07 PM by Author "ama353" in the forum "SuperTigre Engines Support"
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Protecting Decals & Trim - EP
What do you use to protect and help keep in place decals and trim on foam models? Krylon products? And do they yellow or discolor over the years? Thanks! <span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA">Dennis
Posted on: 9/22/2010 8:46 PM by Author "ama353" in the forum "Electric General Discussion"
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Corona Receiver & Crystals - The Scoop?
What's the scoop, pro and con, on the Corona FM dual conversion receivers? Someone told me their cystals are compatible with the Futaba & Hitec dual conversion receivers - true? TIA, Dennis
Posted on: 8/20/2010 8:41 PM by Author "ama353" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: Can You Identify This One?
Thanks John! Dennis [;)]
Posted on: 8/17/2010 12:36 AM by Author "ama353" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: Can You Identify This One?
Looks like you're having fun, John! That's the name of the game. Dennis [;)]
Posted on: 8/16/2010 3:17 PM by Author "ama353" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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