RE: Jaccio regulator weights?
I'm new at 6v receiver packs and would like to know what type of connectors to use between the perfect switch and a 2s LiPo pack. I'm asking because the pack wires are considerably heavier gauge wire than the perfect switch wire. My power systems, watts up and charger are setup for 4mm connectors. Therefore the most convenient would be to use 4mm bullets between the pack and switch/regulator. Is there a better way?
Posted on: 10/17/2009 11:15 PM by Author "astropuppy" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9181699

RE: Turnigy AerodriveXp SK Series 63-64 230Kv / 3150W
jaysplains did you did anything special to your TURNIGY 63-64 before running it for the first time?
Posted on: 9/5/2009 10:47 PM by Author "astropuppy" in the forum "Electric Pattern Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9072702

RE: Price Increase for the Futaba 8FGA
just noticed the same thing today. And it pi$$ed me off. Back to looking at Airtronics.
Posted on: 9/5/2009 3:00 PM by Author "astropuppy" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9071891

RE: Sword 2M pattern plane
I calculated 7" back. currently at 6" back with much better results.
Posted on: 8/30/2009 3:49 PM by Author "astropuppy" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9056859

RE: Builder question: How do you route compressed air?
[quote]ORIGINAL: dhal22 compressors should not be operated on a extension cord. they will burn up. i'm in construction, i know. [/quote] You construction guys use your compressors everyday. I haven't had mine burn up in over 10 years of using a 25' extension chord once or twice a year. To each his own. Maybe some 4500 pound milspec standard piping would work too; or better yet run it on 220volts. Point being, this is occasional use. My Flame suit is on construction guru!
Posted on: 8/25/2009 10:44 PM by Author "astropuppy" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9045340

RE: Builder question: How do you route compressed air?
I had the same problem. Bought a heavy duty (electric) extension cord and run it from my 25amp garage socket to wherever I'm using the compressor.
Posted on: 8/25/2009 7:55 PM by Author "astropuppy" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9044820

RE: Hitec mini Hs-5085 mg for elevator
Bill, I already own 5245MG's do you think they would be ok for ailerons on a E powered Insight and what would you recommend for Rudder and elevator from the Hi-Tec line? I'm a beginning Sportsman pilot with only reasonable greenbacks to spend.
Posted on: 8/24/2009 10:24 PM by Author "astropuppy" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9042224

RE: few questions about an electric pattern
Thanks Joen, sorry not needed. I have a couple 5245's I was planning on using for ailerons on my winter 2M (electric) project. I didn't think they where strong enough for the elevator. But, I'm very new to "E" and am having a hard time understanding the less demanding environment of "E". Have you reprogrammed yours?
Posted on: 8/22/2009 6:53 PM by Author "astropuppy" in the forum "Electric Pattern Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9036346

RE: few questions about an electric pattern
I can't find a Hitec 524 listed anywhere. Is it possible the number got transposed?
Posted on: 8/22/2009 11:08 AM by Author "astropuppy" in the forum "Electric Pattern Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9035586

RE: Discharging Lipos and other questions??
ideally about 2000 watts, 50 amps for under $50. I have a cellpro 10s, great machine that does not discharge to storage level. The scenario goes: fly saturday, expect to fly sunday, bad weather. Truerc recommends storage level charge for any thing over 7 days. During spring and fall this becomes an issue. I really don't want to spin a 22" prop in my workshop...
Posted on: 8/5/2009 10:12 PM by Author "astropuppy" in the forum "Batteries & Chargers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8993575

RE: Discharging Lipos and other questions??
Can anybody recommend a good discharger for large lipo packs. Something that wouldn't take hours to discharge fully charged packs to storage voltage.
Posted on: 8/5/2009 7:52 PM by Author "astropuppy" in the forum "Batteries & Chargers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8993218

RE: Fiberglassing Pink/Blue Foam
[quote]ORIGINAL: j.duncker Brown paper [3 layers ] + PVA and household paint and she will be right. Try it and you will be amazed at the strength! [/quote] Over the foam? What's PVA?
Posted on: 7/30/2009 10:56 PM by Author "astropuppy" in the forum "Composites Fabrication And Repair"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8977757

RE: Sword 2M pattern plane
Sword
Posted on: 7/24/2009 12:35 PM by Author "astropuppy" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8960436

RE: Sword 2M pattern plane
How far back is your CG? Mines about 4" and I still think it wants to be back a lot further. I'm running a AXI FAI
Posted on: 7/24/2009 10:31 AM by Author "astropuppy" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8960136

RE: Black Magic VF3 E build thread!
How big of a deal is it to convert a B< V2 to Electric?
Posted on: 7/12/2009 11:59 PM by Author "astropuppy" in the forum "Electric Pattern Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8927989

RE: Insight build...another wood roach.
Does anybody have information on a electric conversion on the Insight?
Posted on: 7/5/2009 9:38 PM by Author "astropuppy" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8909188

RE: Fiberglassing Pink/Blue Foam
Problem is I can't find one big enough for a 2m pattern plane. I'm all ears to buying one, I need something at least 20" high and 80" long. Uhaul?
Posted on: 6/28/2009 10:33 PM by Author "astropuppy" in the forum "Composites Fabrication And Repair"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8889466

Fiberglassing Pink/Blue Foam
Just wondering what people think of building a cartop carrier - for airplanes - out of Pink/Blue foam. Fiberglassing then painting it. The reason for using foam is its light and easy to work with. The fiberglassing would be to make it water proof. Could also double as a beer cooler on camping trips.
Posted on: 6/28/2009 12:01 PM by Author "astropuppy" in the forum "Composites Fabrication And Repair"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8888091

RE: Old time pattern pictures
One must remember modern - high cost - radios.
Posted on: 6/16/2009 10:14 PM by Author "astropuppy" in the forum "Classic Pattern Flying"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8857915

RE: Old time pattern pictures
Somewhere I have a hand embroidered "Al's Hobby Shop" shirt with every patch available in 73-74 sewn to it. Proline, GoPoP, OPS ... If I weren't old and a thousand pounds overweight I'd wear it fying. I remember wearing those shirts on Saturday's. Shirts we didn't mind wearing, but, hated wearing those hideious red vest at christmas time. Yuck!
Posted on: 6/15/2009 11:37 PM by Author "astropuppy" in the forum "Classic Pattern Flying"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8855420

RE: Old time pattern pictures
[quote]ORIGINAL: mups53 Yes it was Norm's Avenger. He's with a local guy Bruce Balco who used to blend our fuel an old brand called Go-Pop. [/quote] Hey Mike! Go Pop Go....
Posted on: 6/15/2009 8:05 PM by Author "astropuppy" in the forum "Classic Pattern Flying"
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RE: Carbon tubes/rods for landing gear
I plan on attending my first pattern contest in Aug of this year. I was going to wait until I evaluate the expierence before joining NSRCA. Already a member of SPA. Thank you everybody for answering all my questions.
Posted on: 4/30/2009 9:40 AM by Author "astropuppy" in the forum "Composites Fabrication And Repair"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8728533

RE: Carbon tubes/rods for landing gear
[quote]ORIGINAL: MTK I talked to Nat several years ago about the set-up and I wrote about it in the KFactor. [/quote] MTK would you happen to be willing to share a copy of your K-factor article?
Posted on: 4/29/2009 7:43 PM by Author "astropuppy" in the forum "Composites Fabrication And Repair"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8726987

RE: Mark's Models 'History' and Welcome Mark
If anybody is interested, a friend of mine has a dynaflight 60 size mustang (NIB kit) he would probably let go for a very reasonable price.
Posted on: 4/29/2009 7:40 PM by Author "astropuppy" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8726975

RE: Carbon tubes/rods for landing gear
swlarcham , Thanks for the info sent you an email. The picture makes the legs look really long.
Posted on: 4/16/2009 10:49 PM by Author "astropuppy" in the forum "Composites Fabrication And Repair"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8688616

RE: Carbon tubes/rods for landing gear
Thanks for the clarification Eddie. I obviously had my VooDoo's messed up. Would you be so kind to explain how the rods are mounted in the wings?
Posted on: 4/15/2009 7:28 PM by Author "astropuppy" in the forum "Composites Fabrication And Repair"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8684995

RE: Eureka Models Eyeball
looking good walt, have you flown it yet?
Posted on: 4/13/2009 7:41 PM by Author "astropuppy" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8678234

RE: Carbon tubes/rods for landing gear
Do you have any idea why Nat quit using carbon legs? I saw a picture of his 2m VooDoo and it had carbon (bolly like) gear on it. I could be wrong, please correct me if I am.
Posted on: 4/13/2009 7:20 PM by Author "astropuppy" in the forum "Composites Fabrication And Repair"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8678156

RE: Mark's Models 'the Beginning' What Ya Know ?
I believe the windward came before the windfree. Both good flyers. I built two windwards with .049 pylons.
Posted on: 3/23/2009 7:38 PM by Author "astropuppy" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8608991

RE: Identify this plane ?
Looks like a Conquest to me. I have no idea which version .
Posted on: 3/22/2009 11:33 AM by Author "astropuppy" in the forum "Classic Pattern Flying"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8603419