RE: Topflite Gold kit P-47
Thanks Jordan! Is the DLE still working OK for you? Scott, congrats on getting some air under the wings! I'm glad you've negotiated more time at your field! I look forward to the day we get together and "rip up the sky" together... We should go up to Camp Hale and do some real nostalgic WWII flying [:D] BTW how's the water level in Dillon Reservoir these days? Haven't been over that way yet this summer... Back to the nose over issue, I did some modifications to the mounting blocks for my retracts. I gave them 5 degrees more forward angle and boy am I glad I did! I figure a little better elevator control and maybe a CG adjustment, I'll have a pretty stable airplane on the ground. I may shim the gear to give it a little bit more forward angle, we'll see. Here are some pics of the modification. Build Well! Ben
Posted on: 7/30/2012 8:38 PM by Author "brockettman" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Topflite Gold kit P-47
Good work Scott! FINALLY! Made the first flight today... I've been helping a guy and his son learn to fly over the past several weeks and it has taken all of my attention. Didn't get all of the detailing done.... The plane flew great had to add left aileron trim but other than that it was solid. Only problem was on the landing when she nosed over toward the end of the roll out. Our runway is a little bumpy so it may have contributed to the problem. I have also left the struts and gear doors off for the time being. Sorry no in flight pics, the guy who was going to take the photos got too caught up in the moment and forgot! Build Well! Ben
Posted on: 7/21/2012 11:45 AM by Author "brockettman" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: have to share room with WIFE..........
You guys crack me up!!! Sounds like you are lucky to have a wife that wants to hang out with ya...[;)] Get her set up with a nice little corner unit that will handle her Cricut and other scrapbooky stuff, and you are all set! She may or may not want to be there when the fumes and sawdust are wafting through the room, but at least she'll know you care...[:D] Your building table is fine unless you are going for 1/4 scale or larger... Good luck with your build, I'd stick with an ABC or a ringed engine, the WIFE can be a little touchy unless she's tuned just right!
Posted on: 6/7/2012 9:44 PM by Author "brockettman" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Topflite Gold kit P-47
Here they are... Build well! Ben
Posted on: 5/31/2012 9:14 PM by Author "brockettman" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Topflite Gold kit P-47
Alright! I am getting really excited about the Jug! I fired her up tonight for the first time and she purrs like a kitten! I've decided to add some panel lines and a little bit of detail before the first flight, so maybe in a few weeks, I'll have a maiden flight under my belt! Thanks everyone for all of the input, and I'll post again when I have more news...[8D] Build well! Ben Have tried to post pics but no luck....[>:] Maybe later.
Posted on: 5/28/2012 7:45 PM by Author "brockettman" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Four Star 120, or Spacewalker 2?
[quote]ORIGINAL: biam There is a very informative four star 120 build thread in this section, just got through reading all 29 pages, and man do I have the fever to build one of these too,[:D] I will have to keep it on the down low from the little woman,she says I have too many projects goin already! Ill try to hide it some where, whatcha think?[:)] [/quote] Might be kind of hard to "hide" that big ol' 80+ inch wing from the Mrs. [X(] I'm almost ready to cover my 4 star 120 it's been a great build... I can't comment on the Space Walker as I haven't had any experience, but I sure like the looks of it... I'd like to build one one day. Ben
Posted on: 5/27/2012 7:40 AM by Author "brockettman" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: 4*120 Build Thread
Thanks guys, Yes, the wing tips are solid balsa, a little bit more weight but I think it makes the wing a little sturdier waaayyy out there at the end[:D] Plus, I can shape them the way I want... I extended the rudder by about 1/2" on the trailing edge, and added a little "swoop" to the top... Another thing I did was to modify the aileron servo mount so the connecting rod doesn't have to be bent. Build Well! Ben
Posted on: 4/26/2012 10:56 AM by Author "brockettman" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: 4*120 Build Thread
Hi Guys, I've got a 4* 120 in progress and thought I'd post a few pics of my kit bashing. I dropped one bay from each wing and added a balsa tip, enclosed the nose, re designed the canopy (I still may use the stock one), and did a little modification to the wing tips elevator and rudder. Build well, Ben
Posted on: 4/24/2012 7:54 PM by Author "brockettman" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Minnflyer (AKA Mike Buzzeo) has unexpectedly passed away
R.I.P. Mike Buzzeo... Deep condolences to his family, and may they find peace.
Posted on: 4/11/2012 8:10 PM by Author "brockettman" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: I Challenge...........
I have been frustrated by the non-loading pages and the error messages but that only amounts to maybe 3% of the time I'm using the site and usually on the weekends. It is definitely a pain. I suspect that when a bunch of the nearly 500,000 registered members all try and get on at the same time, the site just gets overloaded. Just goes to show you the difference between a business that is a labor of love instead of one that's just to make a buck. One gets tended to a bit more carefully. Too bad we don't see threads that are about how great it was to sell my $5,000.00 airplane to the guy all the way across the country or how I finally got my dream HPI 5SC through this cool web site...[;)] There's my nickel's worth... Ben
Posted on: 3/3/2012 4:32 PM by Author "brockettman" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: Topflite Gold kit P-47
Hey Grumpy, I am using standard servos all around. HiTec 425s in the wing and Futaba 3004s in the fuse. I suspect that they will handle my flying style just fine. The DS821s are great servos, I've got a set of those in a Super Sportster. Hey Leroy, Thanks for the panel line tips! I have come to a standstill on the final details on my P-47... I need to catch some spring fever![8D] I need to mount the Flap servos and finish up the control rods for the elevator and aileron and a bit more final fitting of the gear doors then... I'll be ready to fire her up! Build Well! Ben
Posted on: 2/29/2012 6:53 PM by Author "brockettman" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Real Flight Basic
gphil I'm not familiar with the basic version, but in V 3.5 you can change your view and keep the ground in your vision while you fly, so you can see the runway on approach. If you have a "view" tab at the top of your window click it... Go to "zoom type" and then "keep ground in view". Hope this will work on your version. As for the landings keep practicing! Ben
Posted on: 2/25/2012 8:29 PM by Author "brockettman" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: The Old Poop is still alive.
So.. the ARF was the culprit...[:D] Glad you are back! Stay well! Ben
Posted on: 2/22/2012 7:06 PM by Author "brockettman" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Gray Beard needs our prayers
[quote]ORIGINAL: karolh Latest update on Gene is that he is doing great and should be home for the weekend. Guess all our prayers helped. Karol [/quote] Great news! Been prayin' GB just in case your ankles are sore... Here's a link to a [b]FREE[/b] Quadruple BIPE pass [:)] http://youtu.be/dezobR1B9Ac Ben
Posted on: 2/16/2012 7:49 PM by Author "brockettman" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Should I Quit
[quote]ORIGINAL: luker737 I'm 68 years old and I been trying to learn to fly RC air plane. I have crashed about 14 or 15 planes. I do fly without a buddy cord and do pretty good the biggest problem is landing.I seem to try to land to fast and i also have had other problems like putting my planes in tree and losing the wing in the air.I should say that i do fly glow and like it better then electric. what do you think give up the hobby or not? [/quote] Nope don't quit. Stick with glow 'cause you like it, make sure the wing is attached and batteries are charged etc. (pre-flight stuff), stay away from the trees, and do some touch and gos.... [;)]
Posted on: 2/6/2012 6:03 PM by Author "brockettman" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: SYSSA 30CC GAS MADE IN USA
[quote]ORIGINAL: ahicks [quote]ORIGINAL: Zippi [quote]ORIGINAL: brockettman Hey Zippi, Here is the adapter that I'm going to use... http://www.truturn.com/cgi-bin/store/agora.cgi?exact_match=on&p_id=tt0823a&ppinc=adapt I may use a thinner washer so the jam nut has a few more threads to grip onto... Ben [/quote] Looks nice but I don't have enough threads sticking out to use both
Posted on: 1/28/2012 5:38 PM by Author "brockettman" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: SYSSA 30CC GAS MADE IN USA
ahicks, Yes, the jam nut tightens down on the prop nut to keep it secure and is also threaded for a spinner bolt. This adapter is designed for a four stroke engine that has the same thread size as the Syssa. Ben
Posted on: 1/28/2012 1:44 PM by Author "brockettman" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: SYSSA 30CC GAS MADE IN USA
Hey Zippi, Here is the adapter that I'm going to use... http://www.truturn.com/cgi-bin/store/agora.cgi?exact_match=on&p_id=tt0823a&ppinc=adapt I may use a thinner washer so the jam nut has a few more threads to grip onto... Ben
Posted on: 1/28/2012 1:25 PM by Author "brockettman" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: In Need of Prayers From My Jet Buddies
Lord heal this baby's lungs. Help her to breath and fill her little body with oxygen. Give her a full recovery and help her grow into the little girl you have made her to be. In Jesus' name... Don't have a jet.... But I do have a prayer. Peace, Ben
Posted on: 1/27/2012 4:47 PM by Author "brockettman" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: SYSSA 30CC GAS MADE IN USA
Bob, Here Ya Go. www.mcmaster.com
Posted on: 1/26/2012 5:05 PM by Author "brockettman" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: friends who dont like my hobby
[quote]ORIGINAL: Quikturn A far as your friends go, maybe they enjoy playing an Xbox or doing nothing while your developing your mechanical abilities. RC requires a lot of different skill sets. Good for you for doing something that deals with the real world. [/quote] +1 Yep, keep doing what you are doing. Some would say that RCers are just boys with toys... They are wrong, we are men with machines and they are intimidated....[:D] Enjoy the hobby! Ben
Posted on: 1/22/2012 10:43 AM by Author "brockettman" in the forum "RC Car General Discussions"
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RE: SYSSA 30CC GAS MADE IN USA
[quote]ORIGINAL: flycatch I don't intend to be negative however remember there were two US manufactures that sold glow engines Fox and K&B. They never matched the quality and relability of OS and Enya. [/quote] So, are you saying this US manufactured engine doesn't match up to the quality and reliability of other 30cc gasoline engines? Do you own one, and have you had problems with it?
Posted on: 1/21/2012 1:44 PM by Author "brockettman" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: Biplane Flight Differences
[quote]ORIGINAL: Gray Beard Anyway, when I dug out the plans for it I didcovered GP had all the parts shown in profile like builders plans. [b]That dumbass married to my wife[/b] forgot that and when he had to do some wing repair had to draw out the wing ribs by hand that were needed. [/quote] Classic!![:D] I don't have any bipe pics to post... yet[;)], but I'd like to see a thread-o-biplane pics...
Posted on: 1/21/2012 9:08 AM by Author "brockettman" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: Biplane Flight Differences
[quote]ORIGINAL: SeamusG I hear a drum roll!!!! Snap some pics of the plane with its proud owner and share!!!! [/quote] +1.... Biplane pics!
Posted on: 1/20/2012 9:31 PM by Author "brockettman" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10919452

RE: Where to find what you want:
The links on the first page of this thread were posted almost 9 years ago... I would suspect that the majority of them are no longer valid!!! [:)] In my perusing of RCU I also have come across posts that lead me to believe that the OP Bill Robison has passed away... Interesting that this thread would pop up on the home page...
Posted on: 1/18/2012 6:17 PM by Author "brockettman" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
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RE: Gray bearded old poop slid to the dark side!
VM, LOL never crossed my mind! Maybe that's why my dad used to call me a little s*** [:D] I'm glad GB promised he wouldn't say he "built" his new plane.... Ben
Posted on: 1/12/2012 8:42 PM by Author "brockettman" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Gray bearded old poop slid to the dark side!
[quote]ORIGINAL: soarrich Nope, this is the kit building forum, just a few of us.[:o] [/quote] Funny in a sad sort of way... With all the commotion about Gray Beard's [b]ARF[/b]... does that mean the thread will have to be moved? [X(][:)]
Posted on: 1/12/2012 8:25 PM by Author "brockettman" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Biplane Flight Differences
[quote]ORIGINAL: Jaybird Remember, a nose heavy plane will fly poorly, a tail heavy plane will fly once. [/quote] Now there's something to think about! [sm=thumbs_up.gif]
Posted on: 1/9/2012 6:11 AM by Author "brockettman" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: plz dont bash me
Hey Bobby, cummins driver has made some great suggestions here and given you some links for where to buy them. If you have a local hobby shop don't forget to check them out too. I have a Duratrax Evader that I let my friends drive when they want to try out the hobby and it has been great. Since you are asking about learning how to use the controls, it's just going to take some practice, you'll catch on quick. Don't forget that when you buy your vehicle, (assuming you go electric) you will also need to buy a battery to power the car and a charger to charge the battery. If you want to keep it simple just get a nickel metal hydride battery and a wall charger. When you get into brushless motors you can investigate more battery and charger options. There are a whole bunch of options out there in both glow and electric so do some research and keep learning. [8D] Good luck and have fun...... Ben [quote]ORIGINAL: cummins driver These are the ones I would choose from if I were you. Electrix Circuit http://www.overdriverc.com/proddetail.php?prod=ECX1100-Electrix-RC-Circuit-1-10-Stadium-Truck-Gray Duratrax Evader http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXAAMW**&P=FR Traxxas Rustler http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXNJH9**&P=FR Associated T4 brushless http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXYYD9**&P=ML I would reccomend something along these lines. The Rustler and the T4.1 will be the best of the bunch. The T4 is actually brushless which is much better in the long run, and with the stock gearing the T4.1 shouldnt be too hard to learn on. The Rustler will probably be the most durable, but doesent handle as well. If you dont want to spend the money on the rustler or T4.1, the Evader or Circuit are a great budget setup, especially if you are just learning to drive. The evader has a 1 year warranty on all the plastic parts, and they will basically warranty anything on the truck for a year if you have the receipt. Eric [/quote]
Posted on: 1/8/2012 7:46 AM by Author "brockettman" in the forum "RC Car General Discussions"
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RE: Biplane Flight Differences
Gene, Thanks for the CG formula... I think that will be a great place to start. And thanks to all for the input, very good information. Ben
Posted on: 1/7/2012 8:54 PM by Author "brockettman" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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