RE: 42% Extra 260
for an ARF it is VERY light. I just weighed a compy 3M 260 panel(wing tube version) and it's 4.3 pounds WITHOUT servos - no wonder they are so hard to stop in a snap!!!!
Posted on: 2/5/2010 9:08 AM by Author "bodywerks" in the forum "Aero-Works Support"
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Fuji BT-34 EI D.O.A
Finished up a Giant super sportster for my dad with a Fuji 34EI engine. It won't start, not even with a starter. Tried direct-feeding fuel to 'get it wet' since it is brand new and nothing. Removed the plug and set it against the engine case and there is no spark to be heard or seen. It was dark enough out that I feel I should be able to see something, especially while I am turning the engine over with a starter. And Yes, the ground wire is connected to the engine case and my ignition battery was charged and I even connected it directly to the ignition to bypass the switch. The sensor is properly connected and this is the factory plug with no evidence of fouling. This isn't my first rodeo - I have years of experience with DA engines and other competition engines. This is my first Fuji though. My question is, is there anything I can do on my end to verify that the ignition or sensor is D.O.A? Like ohm out the sensor or look for voltage spikes as the magnet passes through, etc? Or any other suggestions for troubleshooting?
Posted on: 12/19/2009 10:25 PM by Author "bodywerks" in the forum "Fuji-Imvac Engines Support"
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RE: Glezelis TOC Extra
I would say they are from Kirby's, since he is sponsored by them...
Posted on: 12/13/2009 3:56 AM by Author "bodywerks" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - 3D & Aerobatic"
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RE: Critical update needed to build instructions
However, can't fault a guy for wanting to invest in aftermarket servo arms, either.
Posted on: 10/26/2009 6:29 PM by Author "bodywerks" in the forum "Aero-Works Support"
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RE: Critical update needed to build instructions
Did it break or did the splines strip? I have only seen splines strip when a screw backs out or when loctite is used. I don't use loctite at all. I use rtv on the screw threads then I dab RTV over the top of the screw after I tighten it - 100% maintenance free and never a single problem. I have never seen the Karbonite arms break as a result of flight loads, but if the ball links are installed such that they put undue tortional load it might cause a problem. I'm Still running the plastic arms on the ailerons and elevators of my [u][b]100cc[/b][/u] AW 260 with hundreds of very hard 3D/extreme aerobatic flights with not a single problem whatsoever. These are also the same servos and arms that I used for over a year-and-a-half prior on two different 100cc planes. Just sayin'
Posted on: 10/22/2009 5:31 PM by Author "bodywerks" in the forum "Aero-Works Support"
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RE: Critical update needed to build instructions
I have also seen where the end user douses the screw with locktite before installing it - well, those karbonite arms get eaten alive by nearly every type of loctite!!! I have seen those karbonite arms used successfully in 40% airframes for countless flights. Unfortunately, aircraft manufacturers cannot package common sense or experience. Otherwise, that plane may not have crashed[8|]
Posted on: 10/20/2009 10:37 PM by Author "bodywerks" in the forum "Aero-Works Support"
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RE: Two servo wing
I'm using the Y harness with zero issues on Hitec 5955's. YOu just need to make sure they are not fighting each other. Sure, programming or matchboxes are nice, but not necessary. Don't bother with it unless you can't get it to work with a Y.
Posted on: 6/23/2009 7:47 PM by Author "bodywerks" in the forum "Aero-Works Support"
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RE: Aaeroworks 42% 260 engine?
DA 170 works just fine. KS95 cannisters if using cans or MTW 110's. Both will fit with little or no modification. Everyone will sell the DA170 for about the same price so either buy direct or if there is a dealer in Brazil buy from there.
Posted on: 6/14/2009 6:41 AM by Author "bodywerks" in the forum "Aero-Works Support"
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RE: 35% 260 V's 35% 300???
The 300 is a little bigger with more wing area, has a two place canopy, looks cool, and is available in different schemes. I have a 35% 260 for 3D and a 42% 260 for precision. I love them both but have been considering downsizing my IMAC bird. If I did I would be looking pretty seriously at this 300 - it's a nice plane for both 3D and precision.
Posted on: 6/3/2009 6:38 PM by Author "bodywerks" in the forum "Aero-Works Support"
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RE: flying weight??
That's not too bad of a weight. I think mine was 6 pounds 10 ounces with a Saito 125, but I went to some extents to take some weight out. Still, I was flying at 7,000 feet and it was a floater at that weight at that altitude. I think you will be fine.
Posted on: 5/30/2009 5:48 PM by Author "bodywerks" in the forum "Aero-Works Support"
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RE: Powering Hitec HS-5745MG Giant Servos
Those servos are weak compared to current high performance standard servos. I power seven 300-400oz servos on a 35% plane with only two battery input leads plugged into the receiver, as well as a Fromeco DC-up with no problems whatsoever. It is not the receiver's servo bus that is limited - it is how much power can you feed to the bus. On a 7 channel receiver you don't have many spare ports to input power, so you are limited in that aspect. However, if you don't have three open ports you can create them using a Y harness on some of your auxilary channels, like throttle, and plug a battery into the other half of the Y. Out of curiosity, what plane is this? Haven't heard of "1/4 scale" servos being used in aerobatic planes since the late 80's...
Posted on: 5/24/2009 11:00 PM by Author "bodywerks" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - 3D & Aerobatic"
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RE: AW Extra 260 vs. 300 vs. EF Yak 110" vs. E-Comp Edge 540T
Same here. I have the Aeroworks 100cc and 150cc 260 and had a 75cc 260 - best all-around plane I have ever flown. I have flown the H9 260 and it does have some very nice flight characteristics but it is lacking in quality, at least consistent quality. I have a friend that has the EF Yak, and while I don't much care for the weight(strictly because of thrust-to-weight), it is the largest 100cc plane out there and still has plenty of power for most anything you may want to do if you are at sea level. And man does it float and man does it look sweet in the air! Still wouldn't trade my 260 for it but I wouldn't mind having it in my hangar...
Posted on: 5/11/2009 10:53 PM by Author "bodywerks" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - 3D & Aerobatic"
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RE: Name me 3 Top Aerobatic 50cc ARFs
[quote]ORIGINAL: Jake Ruddy My top 3 would be ExtremeFlight, Aeroworks, and 3D Hobby Shops's 89" Slick. Both EF and AW have a nice Extra and both are coming out with an Edge. AW will be later in the summer. AW won't be at Nall but I believe they will still be offering some "Nall Specials" [/quote] Pretty much ditto here. I have flown the Aeroworks 50cc 260 and their 300L and I prefer the 260. the 260 is lighter than their 300L but also a tad smaller. They don't have the 300 midwing available yet but if it is anything like its big brother it will definitely be a winnerwinnerchickendinner. I have not flown or even seen an EF300 up close but you won't hear anyone complaining about it on the forums so that has to stand for something, plus it just plain looks awesome. It is probably the lightest for its size. Personally, I don't like Edges so I won't recommend any of them...
Posted on: 5/11/2009 10:48 PM by Author "bodywerks" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - 3D & Aerobatic"
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RE: 100cc Extra 300 ARF QB
glad you are liking it. Even the 32lb electric verion I saw is no slouch.
Posted on: 5/11/2009 9:36 PM by Author "bodywerks" in the forum "Aero-Works Support"
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RE: Introducing the new 150cc Ultimate 20-300
Luv2rcfly, did you weigh it? wondering if this is a sub-40lb plane with stock muffs...
Posted on: 5/10/2009 10:42 PM by Author "bodywerks" in the forum "Aero-Works Support"
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RE: Problems with hovering
Sounds like a clunk line has fallen off or is split.
Posted on: 5/5/2009 1:55 PM by Author "bodywerks" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: JR 9303 Setup Help
Yes, it is pretty much the only way to have triple rates. You could do a programmable mix of a control surface to itself to get a 3rd or even 4th rate. I do this for my hammer rate, where I use my 3D flight mode, but I do an elevator/elevator mix to about 45% to reduce the elevator throw.
Posted on: 5/4/2009 11:05 AM by Author "bodywerks" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - 3D & Aerobatic"
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RE: Any Idea How to do this Maneuver?
[quote]ORIGINAL: MetallicaJunkie thanks for the tips.......i cant exactly do a rolling harrier yet, my problem is giving the blips of throttle i usually give too much and get out of it or i dont give enough and it sags out [/quote] Throttle inputs just changes the maneuver. It can be done without any throttle or with a set amount of throttle and still be the same maneuver but with a different angle of attack. Try it on 3D rates but with no throttle inputs. At about 1:25 of this video, Chris Brislin does the same maneuver but at idle - still looks cool: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nw6PBN353Ts I don't like to think of it as a rolling harrier. It is just a series of tight, one-turn rolling circles - same inputs, but the amount and timing of the inputs make it what it is. IMO, it's easier than the harrier rolling spin, which is just tight rollers, but rolling int the circle. Like this: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hIXdD8GeMUE
Posted on: 4/28/2009 11:58 AM by Author "bodywerks" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - 3D & Aerobatic"
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RE: Introducing the new 150cc Ultimate 20-300
awesome. I am jealous. Got this plane in my sights, just waiting for my pocketbook to tell me it's OK to pull the trigger.
Posted on: 4/28/2009 11:24 AM by Author "bodywerks" in the forum "Aero-Works Support"
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RE: Introducing the new 150cc Ultimate 20-300
[quote]ORIGINAL: Luv2rcfly To Aero-Tech support: I'm planning on getting this plane next week. My concerns are the control arms using what looks like screws with thick ca glue. Will this be strong enough for all out 3-D? Last thing I need is for the screws to rip out... Is this config done on Jason's 20-300? thanks, Steve [/quote] Surely, you mean't Aeroworks support ;) ...Aero-tech might as well be a four-letter-word. As far as the control arms are concerned, they are steel so they aren't going to break. The area they mount to is ply, top and bottom, and solid balsa as a filler. There are 6 screws attaching each control horn set. I have the 42% 260 with just one servo per elevator, two per wing, and a push-pull on the rudder and have never had a problem in over a year of flying. Bottom line is that there is nothing to worry about here. My suggestion, however, is to first tap the holes with a dry screw, then wick thin CA into the holes instead of just putting a drop of thick CA on the screw and inserting it. The thin CA definitely makes for a stronger threaded hole. One thing that you might consider for even more assurance, is to switch out the supplied screws for Dubro #4 screws or #3 servo screws from microfasteners. One reason for this is because they are allen head screws instead of phillips, but they are also a higher quality screw. Also, if you want to go to the trouble of installing Dubro or Hangar 9 style arms with the threaded rods all the way through the control surface you can do so.
Posted on: 4/27/2009 11:14 AM by Author "bodywerks" in the forum "Aero-Works Support"
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RE: Bent wing tube
Why not carbon? Lighter and stronger. www.graphtech-rc.com, pbg composites (sold through Desert Aircraft), or TBM will certainly have what you are looking for.
Posted on: 4/14/2009 8:38 PM by Author "bodywerks" in the forum "Aero-Works Support"
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RE: 100cc Extra 300 ARF QB
[quote]ORIGINAL: dickie boy I agree with you on lithium manganese batteries. Yes you take a weight penalty having to use a regulator but you do always have the same voltage supplying everything. Now with JR and hitec coming out with high volt servos you can run one of these batteries instead of lithium ion. They are far superior in my opinion to lithium ion. You can charge them at 10c and they seem to maintain voltage when load testing them for much longer and they are unaffected by temperatures. If you ever pound in a plane hard you don't have to worry about fires. I just wish I had the HV servos. You can bet when I buy more servos they will be the HV series. just my two cents!!! [/quote] They are better than ions in terms of ampacity and chargability for sure. When HV servos are widely available, like in standard and mini servos as well as high-power servos, I will still likely go back to lipos. I could easily power a 100cc plane with two 1320's if i am a weight freak(i usually am). I have experience with lipos and am willing to take the fire risk.
Posted on: 3/10/2009 9:34 AM by Author "bodywerks" in the forum "Aero-Works Support"
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RE: 100cc Extra 300 ARF QB
The 3W is only a couple ounces heavier but evey ounce adds up. The extra power it has more than makes up for it though. The problem with li-mag is that there is really no advantage to them over A123. They are nearly double the price and still require regulators in most cases, which only adds more weight and more money. It sounds like you are happy with it and fine with the weight and that's all that matters. One thing you will notice about these aeroworks planes is that it will still look nearly new even after hindreds of flights. They are built to last...
Posted on: 3/9/2009 11:23 AM by Author "bodywerks" in the forum "Aero-Works Support"
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RE: 100cc Extra 300 ARF QB
[quote]It's going to be very easy to mix out the small amount of elevator coupling when doing knife edge.[/quote] Is it pulling to the canopy or to the belly. If it's pulling to the canopy the noseheavy CG is attributing to that and it may go away as you adjust your CG. If it is pushing to the belly then it will probably push a little more after you adjust the CG.
Posted on: 3/8/2009 7:21 PM by Author "bodywerks" in the forum "Aero-Works Support"
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RE: 100cc Extra 300 ARF QB
Sounds about right considering your equipment. The 106 is heavier than a DA/DL 100, the cans added a little over a pound, and the 7500mah of li-lead batteries and the power expander probably accounts for a pound of extra weight over Aeroworks' set-up. 30 pounds is not light, but at least we know why it is 30 pounds. There is plenty of wing on this plane and the 106 is a stump puller so you should be fine. It's good to see, though, that it looks like a stock setup can get below 28 pounds with just a little effort.
Posted on: 3/8/2009 7:15 PM by Author "bodywerks" in the forum "Aero-Works Support"
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RE: Gyro Help!
[quote]ORIGINAL: bobs_201 Hey guys, im new to the world of 3d flight and seen and im currently searching for a great starter plane and noticed that some of them (used) came with a gyro installed......Please help me understand the purpose of the use of a gyro in 3d flight? thanks~ [/quote] Gyro's for 3D are like Corvettes for 60-year old men - they make them feel like they are better than they really are. Never used or needed a gyro to fly 3D or torqueroll or hover and neither did anyone else I know that knows how to fly 3D. I guess if you take viagra you might also need a gyro...
Posted on: 2/22/2009 1:59 AM by Author "bodywerks" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: Altitude affects on 3d and other rc planes
[quote]ORIGINAL: jkoskinen hate to say it, but you might be fighting a losing battle there. The higher density altitude (as compared to sea level) affects not only engine performance, but aerodynamic performance as well. Basically, all else equal, at higher altitude you need more airspeed to achieve the same lift, control surfaces won't be as effective, and so on. So, if you throw more engine at it to compensate, you'll also add weight (which, of course, is not affected by such small changes in altitude) and that'll require more power... a bit of a circle. [/quote] Exactly what he said! Your best solution is to MOVE!!!!!!! Been there, done that. Even electrics suffer - it's most definitely a lose, lose... If you like skiing and snow and mountains, it doesn't mean you have to live in the crap! When I lived in Southern California I enjoyed 75 degree weather at home and if I wanted to go in the snow, Big Bear Mountain was just an hour away. When I got tired of freezing my ass off and suffocating I drove back down the hill to where humans were meant to live - where we can breathe and won't freeze to death!!! Since I pretty much hate where Cali has headed, politically and financially, Tucson is an acceptable alternative. I can breathe, my airplane engines can breathe, I don't freeze, etc.
Posted on: 2/22/2009 1:53 AM by Author "bodywerks" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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RE: Aeroworks 96" Extra 260 ARF QB Assembly
[quote]ORIGINAL: TimT2000 HI All, I have read this forum and the one on flying giants and have learned allot about this plane. Thank you All. I am set on adding the 96" 260 to my fleet but have one question that I have not been able to find. I just love twins (engines) as they are so smooth and easy on the air frame, servos and battery drain. Could some one measure the inside width of the cowl? This plane just begs to have a twin in that cowling. Thanks in advance. Tim [/quote] What size twin? If it is a 100 then just get the 100cc plane. It is on sale now for about the regular price of this plane. Putting a 100 on this plane would be ridiculous, not to mention heavy. If you are talking about a smaller 70-80cc twin then the cowl is large enough to fit it.
Posted on: 12/29/2008 2:25 AM by Author "bodywerks" in the forum "Aero-Works Support"
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RE: Introducing the new 150cc Ultimate 20-300
call me jealous!
Posted on: 12/29/2008 2:21 AM by Author "bodywerks" in the forum "Aero-Works Support"
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RE: Making turns during rolling harrier
It is your timing. If you can do straight rollers you should be able to turn them. I fly stick mode 4 which is the same as mode 1 except the rudd/elev are on the right stick, so I have a better idea of what your tx is doing... If you are doing harrier rolls in a straight line while rolling to the right and you want to turn left you just advance the timing of your inputs by like 45 degrees in relation to the wing and then continue your normal inputs and it will come around. If you want to turn right then lag it. Basically, in a regular harrier roll you should have only an elevator input when wings are level and only a rudder input when the wings are vertical. In a rolling harrier circle your wings are at more like 45 degree positions when you have only elevator or rudder input.
Posted on: 12/28/2008 1:07 AM by Author "bodywerks" in the forum "3D Flying!"
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