RE: New LEO 110 build
The covering has been a problem on a lot of the CMP planes. We have giles that is getting recovered right now for that reason. Their covering sucks. The planes are built pretty well though. They are straight. They tend to be a little heavier than they could be.
Posted on: 10/11/2008 10:04 AM by Author "bdavison" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8038865

RE: Model Aviation History
The AMA wasnt started until 1936, so you wont find any MA material earlier than that.....
Posted on: 10/9/2008 4:22 PM by Author "bdavison" in the forum "AMA Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8033947

RE: Why I'm Supporting Mark Smith
[quote]If the gov't and the people didn't listen to illegal and legal immigrants, they wouldn't be here. They might not be able to vote, but their voice is loud and clear and people listen. [/quote] Unfortunatly...and thats part of the reason we have those issues and many others but thats for another thread. [quote]If this was true the AMA would be mailing out policy voting mechanisms only to members, they don't, they use survey monkey and anyone can voice their opinion. Also if the AMA believed they should only listen to members, they wouldn't be in here constantly listening to what is said right here on this board and they frequent quite often. Whether they have "say" doesn't matter, because they are still heard and decuisions are made based on them. Case in fact ... the PPP, most AMA'ers that were asked their opinions were against the program, the numbers were posted publically. Problem is that "most AMA members" only makes up a small fraction of those that play with flying model toys and could eventually be members. You know and I know their voice is heard, why shouldn't it ... there is a reason they are not here and it's not a guess.[/quote] Prime example of why non-ama members opinions dont matter. Mis-information gets tossed around by backseat drivers. The AMA elections ARE held by mail out voting methods, and only members get ballots. AMA policy is voted on by our elected officials, its called the executive council and not by some survey. In all reality, non-ama folks spouting their opinions are like special interest groups lobbying for some pork bill. Their opinions are based on a "whats in it for me" aspect. They dont care about the AMA. All they want is a kickback. We have no obligation to listen to the opinions of people who have never supported us, and dont have our best interests at heart. Blathering on about what changes they want when they dont even have the guts to make an effort to change them other than spouting off at the mouth. I stick with my original statement. WORTHLESS. If you want to make changes, get up, sign up, pay your dues, and vote.....and dont expect sympathy if you dont.
Posted on: 10/9/2008 4:16 PM by Author "bdavison" in the forum "AMA Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8033934

RE: Horrace Cain vs Mark Smith
Stickbuilder... You are confusing me with my Father. My father is Bill Davison, the one that created and works on the D5 website. I have not posted in the D5 website that I can remember. I have no connection to it other than my dad involvement with it. I am Bryan Davison. I also have never discussed the VP issue with either Tony or my Dad, and also have not visited the D5 website in quite sometime. My opinions are purely my own. You are correct in saying that this is not a "new revelation" for me. Ive read hoss's posts for quite sometime on here, and have had strong opposition to his view of the parkflyer issues for a long time. I do consider Tony Stillman a friend, and I am very VERY pleased with the job he continues to do for us. Tony was at one time a sponsor for me, and he has been one of the most influencial people for me in this hobby. I dont always agree with him. As a matter of fact, we have had some pretty heated debates on certain topics from the club level and up. His insight on AMA matters has totally changed my view of things from time to time. I dont really know Red other than what Ive read online from him.
Posted on: 10/9/2008 1:57 PM by Author "bdavison" in the forum "AMA Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8033616

RE: Horrace Cain vs Mark Smith
Hoss, For the days of the Dave Brown era, clubs sat idle expecting the AMA leadership to handle getting new members. We failed to recognize that the clubs were and ARE our greatest untapped resource for promoting the hobby. Clubs pick and choose their members, and stuck to the "good ol boy" attitude of "if its not like us, it doesnt belong" and "lets stick together and forget the rest". It didnt work....period. We alienated those that didnt think like us, or fly like us. And it cost us dearly. And even though this thought process has failed us, we continue to see members with arms folded, smirk on face, eyebrows furled, and muttering to the new pilots "You aint good nuff" Your attitude towards modelers that arent like you disgusts me. The current president and EC has gone to leaps and bounds to change this, and get individual club members excited about the sport and even going above and beyond in promoting projects such as PPP to change public opinion of the AMA. Operating on the "something is better than nothing" premise and trying hard to work with modelers that felt alientated in the past. Yet some like yourself and others continue to pout like a little kid and say "Im NOT going to do it...NO" How can you ever recognize the potential of the electric flyers to grow, support and advance this hobby if you cant look over your own nose to see what they are capable of. We as the AMA CANNOT afford to pick and choose members based on flying style or aircraft selection. It just wont work. We have to end this firestorm of prejudice against pilots that are not like us. It cannot be allowed in our organization. It is a sickness that will destroy us. I cannot knowingly vote for someone who cant respect ALL aspects of the hobby. From the little foamies to indoor planes, to glow/gas, to FF, to gliders, to sailplanes, to jets, to helis....they ALL deserve to be part of the AMA. They are all valuable parts of our hobby, and are all capable of contributing to scientific study, and the hobby as a whole.
Posted on: 10/9/2008 11:36 AM by Author "bdavison" in the forum "AMA Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8033259

RE: Why I'm Supporting Mark Smith
STL, It has nothing to do with recruiting new members. No organization allows non-members to vote, why should we listen to persons who have no vested interest in the organization. The US doesnt allow non-citizens to vote, Corporations dont allow their competitors into the boardrooms. The simple fact is people who have never once got off their butts to support the organization should have ZERO say when it comes time for us to choose our leadership of OUR organization. Non-members dont have anything invested in the failure or successfulness of the AMA. Its easy to pick a side when you have nothing to lose.
Posted on: 10/9/2008 10:43 AM by Author "bdavison" in the forum "AMA Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8033136

RE: Horrace Cain vs Mark Smith
I have a question for Horrace. Do you intend to continue your anti-PPP views if you get elected and fight against the current President, and EC? Or have you changed your views of the PPP and decided to support the AMA's program in an effort to maintain the solidarity of the AMA? In your last statement, what exactly did you mean by "real" model aviation world? These questions are important, as we really need to know if the person up for consideration as the second in charge of our organization intends to support the AMA, or terrorize and sabotage it from within? [quote]I will do my best to keep Jetero RC Club, Inc from recognizing the PPP as true AMA membership. _____________________________ Horrace Cain. AMA Life L-93, Leader and CD for 45 years Official Candidate: AMA Ex. Vice Pres. Vote H. Cain. Help move AMA into 21st Century The only source of knowledge is experience. Albert Einstein I have no real interest in the individual that has no interest in the real model aviation world. If one cannot afford full AMA dues, and an annual club dues of $150.00 per year which may have to increase soon, then I will do whatever I can to send these persons to another place to play with their toys. .... I have no reason to invite the so-called AMA DEFINED Park-Flier into my hard-earned space.... _____________________________ Horrace Cain. AMA Life L-93, Leader and CD for 45 years Official Candidate: AMA Ex. Vice Pres. Vote H. Cain. Help move AMA into 21st Century The only source of knowledge is experience. Albert Einstein [/quote]
Posted on: 10/6/2008 6:26 PM by Author "bdavison" in the forum "AMA Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8024519

RE: Why I'm Supporting Mark Smith
If you're not a member of the AMA, your opinion is worthless. Its like the people that moan about the president, but never voted for one. PFFFT.
Posted on: 10/6/2008 5:24 PM by Author "bdavison" in the forum "AMA Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8024357

RE: New Stand
Might I make a suggestion. Put velcro straps on the holders so that you can strap the fuselage into the stand. It would be nice for loading into a vehicle as it could be used to retain the aircraft inside the car/truck. On the base of the legs, weld a washer or small ring, so you can stake the stand down to the ground preventing tip-overs or wind damage. The wheel holders, should have pockets/chocks to keep the plane from rolling back and forth on them. Looks nice, I like it.
Posted on: 10/6/2008 4:53 PM by Author "bdavison" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8024271

RE: Why I'm Supporting Mark Smith
Ive read enough anti-parkflyer/electric pro-glow posts from hosspoop, to know he will NEVER get my vote.
Posted on: 10/2/2008 5:08 PM by Author "bdavison" in the forum "AMA Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8012985

RE: Accident: started OS-200 at full throttle
Fly Electric....hehehe
Posted on: 10/2/2008 5:00 PM by Author "bdavison" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8012949

RE: Chuck Norris RC Jokes
If you can see Chuck Norris's plane, his plane can see you. If you can't see Chuck Norris's plane you may be only seconds away from death. Chuck Norris's fingers emit 72mhz and 2.4ghz signals. This has nothing to do with geneology, the man ate a freakin transmitter. The reason its called 3D, is because the 4th dimension is Chuck Norris. Chuck Norris can build a 40% airplane out of asphalt and it WILL fly, and even be lighter than your foamy. When Chuck Norris flys combat, all the other planes immediatly self-destruct....because its a far less painful death.
Posted on: 10/1/2008 4:34 PM by Author "bdavison" in the forum "RC Humor"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8009385

RE: New move..... Double tip flip.....GP 300 Extra
Pensacola is a modelers mecca. 4 different hobby shops including Radio South, 7 flying fields, and even weekly indoor flying. Blue Angel Rec Park is probably the largest field. They also have Fritz field which is really nice.
Posted on: 9/29/2008 2:12 PM by Author "bdavison" in the forum "Crash & Rebuild"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8002123

RE: Buying a Pattern
Go electric and get a Hyperion Helios 90e. http://www.allerc.com/product_info.php?cPath=2_87&products_id=3356 [image]http://media.hyperion.hk/dn/model/box/HELIOS-90-BoxLabel.jpg[/image]
Posted on: 9/25/2008 11:41 AM by Author "bdavison" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7989463

RE: Seagull Electric Extra
Or a tad lighter...the plane was designed to fly off a park 480 sized motor.
Posted on: 9/25/2008 11:27 AM by Author "bdavison" in the forum "Electric General Discussion"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7989418

RE: post some pictures of your pattern plane!!
Here is mine... Hyperion Helios 63e - electric
Posted on: 9/25/2008 11:09 AM by Author "bdavison" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7989351

RE: Best 3D airplane for 2200 mha 3S
SebArt Katana 30S This would be my first choice for a 3D airplane. Great performance, and it rocks doing 3d
Posted on: 9/6/2008 8:48 AM by Author "bdavison" in the forum "3D Electric Flying!"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7925555

RE: A 500g Parkflyer that does 3D and Precision Aerobatics!
Thats a CPLR Oxalys. Its a wood airplane, and you can buy them online....
Posted on: 8/25/2008 11:45 AM by Author "bdavison" in the forum "3D Electric Flying!"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7883639

RE: I am thinking of crossing over to the dark side
Ive been using lipos for years now. Dont let the "sky is falling" mis-information scare you away from lipos. Lipos can and are very safe to use. Lipo manufacturers have made tremendous leaps in preventing hazardous situations from happening. Ive literally seen lipos just about folded in half at the field, with no flames or anything else. In one instance, the pack was suprisingly still holding a charge. The key with lipos is to watch what your doing with them. As long as you dont damage them, overcharge them, short them, or let them become unbalanced or overdischarged, you will likely never experience a incident. I encourage you to try the lipos. Just remember you can blow up a NiCd too....
Posted on: 8/25/2008 11:40 AM by Author "bdavison" in the forum "Electric General Discussion"
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RE: Dose any1 know were i can get a small 3d plane?
3D foamy had plans for a ultimate biplane around that size. I built one a long time ago, and it flew pretty well. At the time they didnt have the power options and lightweight equipment we do now...built on a park 180, and a light setup it would be a pretty nice slow indoor flyer.
Posted on: 8/18/2008 6:38 PM by Author "bdavison" in the forum "3D Electric Flying!"
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RE: 90-110 Size Electric Power-Setups?
I cant remember....I think its a 4020....ill check and let you know the exact one. The first time we took it out, edge5foamy hammered the throttle to take off, and it pulled the prop off. We reinstalled it tighter, and he took off, pointed the nose straight up and it rocketed straight up....fast I dont know how to explain it other than it is BADASS!!!! I dont think either one of us has gotten it up to full throttle. I can tell you this....if I build any more quarter-scale electrics. Its getting the same motor for sure. Id say its like putting a YS 180 in that 69" yak is the best way I could describe it. If you put it in something like that sebart wind 110....it would have MORE than enough power to fly P07, or any other sequence for that matter. I think you could fly a 10lb 2m plane on that setup, and get performance to match some of the 10s setups. We were going to let QQ fly it at SEFF so he could see if he liked the setup, but he flys different mode than us, and we didnt get a chance to switch the radio over for him. Im seriously considering building the SebArt Katana 120, and putting that setup in it. I have no doubt its more than enough power for the plane.
Posted on: 8/13/2008 7:14 PM by Author "bdavison" in the forum "Electric Pattern Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7842695

RE: 90-110 Size Electric Power-Setups?
Scorpion motor CC 85HV ESC on 8S with a APC 17x8 = enough power to take a 9lb 69" QQ yak to the moon.
Posted on: 8/13/2008 3:14 PM by Author "bdavison" in the forum "Electric Pattern Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7841914

RE: Throttle Lock for Electrics
Ive been doing this for years. Keeps the fingers intact....lol
Posted on: 8/13/2008 2:36 PM by Author "bdavison" in the forum "Electric General Discussion"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7841738

RE: dumb mistake,possible salvage?
Toss it. No sense in risking a good airplane on that pack. Its not worth it....trust me. Do yourself a favor and replace it.
Posted on: 8/13/2008 2:20 PM by Author "bdavison" in the forum "Electric General Discussion"
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RE: Help with 3d(please)
The sim will never EVER be able to reproduce actual flight conditions. It can only "simulate" them. Even expert pilots can do things in the sim that they cant do in real life. You simply cannot compare a real life airplane to the plane in the sim. The sim isnt real. Dont assume that your plane is inadaquate because it doesnt perform like the sim. This being said. There are some things that you can do to improve the performance of your plane. First, work on the CG, getting the CG right can help alot in harriers. Also balance the plane on the roll axis. Try to get both wings balanced. If one wing is heavier, it can make the plane less stable. Its likely that you will never be able to get rid of the wing walk, but you can learn to fly through it.
Posted on: 8/13/2008 2:16 PM by Author "bdavison" in the forum "3D Electric Flying!"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7841714

RE: What LIPO do you use?
Depends on the type of plane you will be flying Ultralight F3A planes....2cell 400-800mah Standard foamies....3cell 800-1320mah Small balsa planes, and some foamies...3cell 2100-2500mah I think the most common lipo for most electric pilots is the 3cell 2100mah lipo...we all have em, and we all use them. And most of us use them in multiple different airplanes.
Posted on: 8/8/2008 7:25 PM by Author "bdavison" in the forum "Electric Training"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7825161

RE: Battery Connectors
Id also recommend the Deans for a helicopter You need something with a positive secure connection, and the deans are good for this. I saw a really nice expensive Trex600 go in from 300ft because the pilot used a JST connector on the rx battery. Use good connectors.
Posted on: 8/2/2008 8:08 PM by Author "bdavison" in the forum "Electric General Discussion"
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RE: Funny vid of plane crash
This should come with a disclaimer... "Warning, what you are about to see is airplane abuse."
Posted on: 8/2/2008 7:46 PM by Author "bdavison" in the forum "Crash & Rebuild"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7801243

RE: Hyperion Helios F3A 63e and 10e build thread!!!
Looks like there are some more people having fun with the Helios 63e. Here's a pretty sweet video....even shows it doing a KE loop... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cnuN3cSI7nI&feature=related
Posted on: 8/1/2008 11:21 AM by Author "bdavison" in the forum "Electric Pattern Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7796357

RE: Electrical setup
Why not just use EC3 plugs...basically they are bullet connectors contained inside a plastic shell....less chance of shorting or plugging them in backwards.
Posted on: 7/31/2008 3:05 PM by Author "bdavison" in the forum "Electric Pattern Aircraft"
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