RE: Firebird maiden
Looks great ! That Dan guy must know a thing or two about paint. :). Albert
Posted on: 6/17/2012 6:52 AM by Author "as722" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11121051

RE: You Know You're A Jet Pilot When??
When you have to land as soon as you take off.
Posted on: 2/3/2012 5:29 PM by Author "as722" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10942578

RE: Hardest to fly jet
[quote]ORIGINAL: JohnMac [quote]ORIGINAL: as722 British lightning. [/quote] Based on what evidence? I have seen several fly perfectly sweetly. [/quote] Based on the fact that I'm allowed to my opinion.
Posted on: 1/15/2012 5:59 AM by Author "as722" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10909578

RE: Hardest to fly jet
British lightning.
Posted on: 12/14/2011 4:16 PM by Author "as722" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10859737

RE: My dealing with Jetcat Service center in CA...Bad experience!
[quote]ORIGINAL: Jetfan20 Now that the dust have settle, I guess I will put Bob Wilcox on Blast! I Purchased my first Turbine jet that came with a Jetcat installed with about 24 hrs on, when I made the purchase I was well aware of the 25hr maintenance interval that was needed. I purchased the plane from the number 2 owner but I personally know the number 1 owner who is very well in tune with turbine and repairs. After owning the plane for over a month and going over the whole plane with it's originally owner, we fire up the turbine and started right away with no problems or issues what so ever. We did this on several different occasions again without any issues and no faults signs of damage, imbalance, funny noises...absolutely nothing. But, as per jetcat 25 hrs send it on in and like your wounds and some of your green buddies goodbye.... Keep in mind this turbine ran flawlessly before shipping to Jetcat. So with this being my first turbine, I decided to call Jetcat first and see what I need to do to get this thing service, spoke with a tech I assume and he gave me the run down and told me that it would take no more than 2 weeks from the time that they received it. Cool everything is looking good thus far, I went on and sent it in. They received it 3 days later. The 2 week in my eyes started at that point. After about 2 and half weeks and not hearing from them I decided to give them a call to check status of my turbine and the same gentlemen that promised me a 2 week turn around time said that they hadn't got to mine yet. I said ok and gave them another 2 weeks now we are at 4 weeks, so I called again the same guys said let me check still haven't started on it yet, this time he promised to take a look at it the very next day and will call me within 24 hrs with the repairs cost. Guess what I called him 48hrs later and he had no answer for me. I asked to speak with Bob Wilcox, Bob also promised that they will get on it ASAP! Throughout the whole ordeal with the turbine, I listed the plane & turbine for sale online with the description of the turbine having 24hrs on it and needing servicing real soon. Another week passes, and guess what the plane sold with the engine in it's present condition, so this time I was calling to have my turbine sent back. When I told them that I wanted it sent back, guess WHAT...It was being worked on...I told them I wanted it shipped back because the plane was sold and the buyer was well aware of the condition of the turbine before it was sent to them and he wanted it and said that he uses someone other than jetcat to service his turbines. They told me the turbine was all in parts already and it would need $750 worth of repairs, Well I told them to put it all back together and mail it back and I will pay the labor charges for their time. The service guy told me NOWAY we can't do that and that this engine [color=#99FF00]will not run[/color] in this condition, I want to say it was something about the compressor. Well I listened and let this guys dig a huge whole about it will never run like this and that this engine didn't run when they received. Well that was a ton of BS that engine purred when I shipped it in, After about 10mins and him finally running out of breath about the engine not running in it's present condition, I told him the engine ran perfectly fine, and several turbine guys look over the engine and didn't have any thing bad to say about it's operation. Then he kinda got choked up and changed his tune and said oh well it shouldn't and it will not run for long. I called him out on this and he had no answer for me. Well after putting up a fuss about just needing the turbine back without their BS repairs the guy transferred me to bob wilcox and boy was I in for a treat. Well bob got on the phone with an attitude from the start and gave me the same spill about the engines condition and how it would NEVER run like that, well I called him out on it too and and told him that the engine ran perfectly fine when they received it and I since sold the plane and the engine in it's present condition so send it back. The price of the plane with the turbine was reasonable with the jetcat needing service so I sold it for a price with all this in mind. He said that he would not send it back fully assembled the way it was when they received it because he couldn't do that and that I can have it back in parts. I told him again the plane was sold and I needed it back, he said I was not being honest about the turbine to the buyer, and he really lost his cool, he started swearing at me and everything. I let him go on and on with this rant, I wish I could have recorded his unprofessionalism & swearing. At that point I lost my cool, coming from well known and established wholesale jeweler I know how professional you have to be at all times, right or wrong. Customer comes first, make you customers happy at all cost. When bob found out that I wasn't your average joe he began to apologize sincerly. It was to late the damage was done. What bob assumes is I was being dishonest or he was just trying to push the repairs on me, well after the plane sold the buyer was well aware of everything having to pertain to the turbine including it presently being at jetcat for repairs and what was needed to be repaired and it's cost. Bob knew nothing about me and my honesty but felt he knew me from being on the ohone with me for 10 mins. If he wanted to see my listing or even my feedback online sales, where he or anyone else could see that I have sold highend jewelry ranging from $1k to $8k consistently he would have approached me a little more professionally. So no dishonesty from my end, jetcat end just maybe, they are like the untrusted auto repair guy if you are a first timer. In the end, the buyer said not to worry about and that he would pay half of the repair cost if I cover the other half, against my better judgement I did to make my buyer happy. It's kinda like DRIVING your car in to get the transmission look at and when they pull it apart they say it needs a new gear or two for $XXX and you say I will hold off on it right now and tell them just go ahead and put it back together so you can drive it home and they tell you that they can't do that and they will give you the car and the transmission parts in a box and that you will have to carry the parts home and have the car towed, because it's not drivable and shouldn't run in this condition. This is exactly how jetcat played me. At the end of the day, Jetcat squezzed another customer and i'm pretty darn sure i'm not the first or the last. I will never buy another jetcat turbine ONLY because I would have to deal with bob and his bunch. It's a shame because I like Jetcat Turbines, I will be emailing Jetcat directly and let them know the type of people they have servicing their stuff here in the states. I will NEVER recommend them to anyone until I find another service center for jetcat. I think I have, but will have to call to check to be certain. They really need to be concerned with the other companies coming out with much more reasonable price engines and world class customer service, that goes along way in any profession. Bob and his bunch can get on here and try put the blame on the consumers or try and protect his butt. It's welcomed here, we both know the truth and I just spelled it all out. Horrible attitude! I have sinced purchased a Jet Central Eagle, Rhino and in the market looking for a 14lbs to 18lb turbine. Regards, Former Jetcat supporter [/quote] I had just about the same experience.
Posted on: 10/10/2011 5:02 AM by Author "as722" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10757580

RE: C-ARF Ultra Flash build Thread + Video
[quote]ORIGINAL: ricardinho Albert my man what's up..how's the bird comming.. [/quote] Hey Pat, Maiden at farview this saturday.
Posted on: 6/15/2011 6:20 PM by Author "as722" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10576186

RE: C-ARF Ultra Flash build Thread + Video
I got my batt. packs as far up front as possible and my uat full. Oh well 1/4 pound of lead in the nose it is.
Posted on: 6/15/2011 11:52 AM by Author "as722" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10575544

RE: C-ARF Ultra Flash build Thread + Video
[quote]ORIGINAL: Dave Wilshere Albert Which turbine? Dave [/quote] Titan
Posted on: 6/15/2011 11:52 AM by Author "as722" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10575608

RE: C-ARF Ultra Flash build Thread + Video
My flash is done but I'm way tail heavy at 220mm. I got all my equipment where it is shown in the manual. Where are you guys flying, closer to 225mm? Thanks Albert
Posted on: 6/15/2011 7:17 AM by Author "as722" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10575166

All composite curare 60 !
Don't know if it has been posted before but just found this, very cool ! http://www.vogelsang-aeroscale.com/sunshinecurare.html
Posted on: 5/22/2011 1:03 PM by Author "as722" in the forum "Classic RC Pattern Flying"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10534523

RE: Futaba, or just 2.4, problems at Joe Nall?
[quote]ORIGINAL: Skaluf Hi guys, The jet crash that took place at Nall was caused by the radio installation under a metalized piece of plexi. Steve [/quote] Is this a fact or pure speculation ? Thanks Albert
Posted on: 5/16/2011 2:23 PM by Author "as722" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10523765

Jet crash at the Nall ?
Anybody know what happened to shulman's UL at the Nall , lockout ? Thanks
Posted on: 5/13/2011 2:29 PM by Author "as722" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10518092

RE: Best all around sports jet?
[quote]ORIGINAL: topgun24 Bandit boring??? Your an idiot!! Stupidist comment I have read in long time. You must just fly in circles and perform zero aerobatics!!! Watch someone who knows how to fly and they are anything but boring!!! [/quote] This is the stupidist comment I have read in a long time. Just saying..........
Posted on: 5/12/2011 4:03 PM by Author "as722" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10516431

RE: Black Mamba ?
Actually it looks like there's good news for black mamba users in the future.
Posted on: 5/10/2011 1:30 PM by Author "as722" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10511932

RE: C-ARF Ultra Flash build Thread + Video
Pat, After watching you fly yours at farview I ordered one for my P-160 . Don't get mad but it will be the same color scheme as well (lol) I can see it well. Albert
Posted on: 5/9/2011 6:02 PM by Author "as722" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10510940

Black Mamba ?
Anybody know why dreamworks doesn't carry them any more ? Thanks
Posted on: 5/9/2011 5:52 PM by Author "as722" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10510911

RE: Please tell me a euro sport setup that works
Reduce throw and add expo.
Posted on: 4/19/2011 2:32 PM by Author "as722" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10472730

RE: 11X & dual flaps
Use the "Flap system" feature, mix the desired cannel to the flap channel and when selecting master a window will appear with a check box for "flap system". Check the box and all of the features from the "flap system will apply to the mixed channel. It works awesome ! Albert
Posted on: 3/27/2011 4:42 PM by Author "as722" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10426719

RE: worth watching it / very fast!!
I think the guiness people were there for SHUI's record and if so they set the rules. Either way they are just models that go fast, no big deal. Albert
Posted on: 11/11/2010 9:35 AM by Author "as722" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10128571

RE: Do jets make your car stink?
No, just the fuel.
Posted on: 11/7/2010 7:56 PM by Author "as722" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10121367

RE: power supply? foam cutter
Mark, I've cut 60"wings with nichrome wire and a sears battery charger as my power supply. How long is the piece ypu are looking to cut ? Albert
Posted on: 9/19/2010 8:27 PM by Author "as722" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10013437

RE: How effective are Kevlar tanks in preventing fires like this?
I have seen a few jet crashes with about 90% of those resulting in fires and of those 90% most had kevlar tanks. Albert
Posted on: 9/19/2010 4:58 PM by Author "as722" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10013030

RE: Dragon wing failure.
Anton, Thank you for doing what's right and taking care of the issues in question. Albert
Posted on: 8/21/2010 2:01 PM by Author "as722" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9949839

RE: Dragon wing failure.
To all, I have reached an agreement with skymaster and will be getting a new dragon, they are working on a new way to attach the wings as well as a new canopy latch. I will post pictures of the new dragon and the differences once i get it. I Know I can do a few mods. and have an airplane for a long time but I do feel I should not have to do them. It took a few e-mails and many post but they are doing the right thing at the end. Anton, You should really consider getting on the forum to assure people things are being done to fix the problems. Thanks to all. Albert
Posted on: 8/19/2010 8:54 PM by Author "as722" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9946175

RE: Dragon wing failure.
[quote]ORIGINAL: marquisvns [quote]ORIGINAL: as722 [quote]ORIGINAL: marquisvns [quote]ORIGINAL: as722 [quote]ORIGINAL: lov2flyrc Guys..... I think you are missing a key point that has been brushed upon already in this thread..... This tab is for securing the wing to the fuse. It's sole function is to stop the wing from sliding off the spar. Flight loads are minimal at this joint
Posted on: 8/18/2010 8:26 PM by Author "as722" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9943676

RE: Dragon wing failure.
[quote]ORIGINAL: marquisvns [quote]ORIGINAL: as722 [quote]ORIGINAL: lov2flyrc Guys..... I think you are missing a key point that has been brushed upon already in this thread..... This tab is for securing the wing to the fuse. It's sole function is to stop the wing from sliding off the spar. Flight loads are minimal at this joint. What is not being discussed is if in the failures
Posted on: 8/18/2010 4:38 PM by Author "as722" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9943158

RE: Dragon wing failure.
[quote]ORIGINAL: lov2flyrc Guys..... I think you are missing a key point that has been brushed upon already in this thread..... This tab is for securing the wing to the fuse. It's sole function is to stop the wing from sliding off the spar. Flight loads are minimal at this joint. What is not being discussed is if in the failures that have occurred, was the spar collapsed or broken on the failed wing. I would be willing to bet these are spar failures, not failures of the retention tab. While I do agree the security of these tabs is severely inadequate, I think further investigation into the source of the failures is warranted. If someone can post spar material and dimensions, I can check into load capability of the spar. I am sure Anton is listening, hopefully he is just taking some time to digest the issues and put together a business plan to correct the issues at hand. Give him a few days before throwing him under the bus.... Todd [/quote] Todd, I can't speak for others but mine was not a spar failure as the wing tube and the other wing were still attached after the crash. Albert
Posted on: 8/17/2010 10:20 PM by Author "as722" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9941318

RE: Dragon wing failure.
[quote]ORIGINAL: rcand [quote]ORIGINAL: as722 I had posted some info on other threads but I decided to start a new one to let anyone who owns a dragon know about the problem. First I'll start by saying I absolutely loved the way the plane flew, last saturday as I was doing a KE pass the left... and excellent value for the money. If you own a dragon please check these tabs ! Albert [/quote] as722
Posted on: 8/17/2010 8:38 PM by Author "as722" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9941034

RE: Another wing takes a hike...
My best friend wasn't as lucky ! He was flying his Rans S9 last august 30th when his left wing broke. He jumped out of the plane but did not have the altitude for his chute to open. He left behind a wife and two boys. http://www.wnep.com/wnep-mon-friends-remember-pilot,0,6006464.story Albert
Posted on: 8/17/2010 2:54 PM by Author "as722" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9940215

RE: Dragon wing failure.
[quote]ORIGINAL: Chris-G All I have to say Morne is that my Sabre was a Skymaster when I bougt it and a few months later it was a X-tremejet, along with some other jets they moved from the one site to another...... go figure..... Your statements is so wrong that it gould be, and you realy say that we all are stupide beginners...... [/quote] Very good point ! Albert
Posted on: 8/16/2010 9:04 PM by Author "as722" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9938519