RE: Yellow Aircraft F 18 Hornet Twin Build
I have the ARF also. The largest servo that I know that will fit due to depth is a JR 8411,. 155 oz-in @ 4.8V, 188 oz-in @ 6V Speed: .18 sec/60° @ 4.8V, .15 sec/60° @ 6V Length: 1.54 in Width: 0.75 in Height: 1.36 in Since Im running All JR HV servos the 8911 HV is .82 in width which wont fit, but i designed in cad a new hatch cover that is cnc to allow servo case to fit flush with top surface of the servo cover. I will cnc the cover plate fron 1/16 carbon fiber plate and cover the plate to hide the servo with .005 G10. Ill bevel the edges of the G10 so it wont protrude below wing skin where the cover meets the skin. This should be way stronger than the ply servo hatch cover, even with part of it machined away for the servo
Posted on: 9/15/2012 7:40 AM by Author "bskyinc" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: SM A4 Upgrades
Spent some time drawing up inner speed brake detail, not sure how i want to proceed, but if I can get a transfer of the detail made , I'll CNC a G10 Plate and use the transfer for detail, Ideas anyone
Posted on: 5/30/2012 7:08 AM by Author "bskyinc" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: SM A4 Upgrades
Well my painter stopped by last week to look at some small cracks and incorrect lettering from skymaster.. After Doug (Oversprayer, if youve seen his work, wow) inspected things, several much larger stress cracks were found.. Looks like she's gonna get a full repaint, and since I know how awesome the paint will turn out, Looks like I have to take this one to the next level. First up, Operational Canopy. Bit of a challenge since the rear edge of the Canopy and opening are completely vertical. I designed a hinge assy that moves the rear of the canopy vertically first to clear the back of the fuse and then the canopy rotates open. CNC'D the Parts and it works perfect. Operational Tailhook and detailed Speed Brake doors/openings next.
Posted on: 5/29/2012 4:32 PM by Author "bskyinc" in the forum "RC Jets"
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3W Bearcat WTB
Anyone know of a NIB or Partially Built #W Bearcat, Need one for my tribute to the Blues, Thanks, Steve sbskyinc@gmail.com
Posted on: 5/29/2012 8:01 AM by Author "bskyinc" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: SM A4 Upgrades
Scott, was thinking about offering as a kit, can customize mounts for different aircraft installation. I have dimensions from hinge line to pivot points so geometry is correct and I used a UP 7/16 dia 1" stroke on the wheel door and a UP 5/16 dia 3/4" stroke on the strut door, tx Steve
Posted on: 5/16/2012 12:36 PM by Author "bskyinc" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: SM A4 Upgrades
these are the components
Posted on: 5/16/2012 7:57 AM by Author "bskyinc" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11082958

SM A4 Upgrades
I bought Pablo's Skymaster A4, Pablo was great and disclosed the known issues he had.. The main gear doors would never stay closed inflight.. Really bad geometry with them hinged on the outside and air cylinders having to be mounted on the inside. After a fair amount of head scratching and several versions I've finally come up with a design that really works. The components are cnc'd out of .125 fglass plate and C/F plate. Lots of leverage now as the side to side movement of the air cylinder is transfered to a vertical push pull. They close really tight. Also in the open position the large wheel door linkage travels overcenter and cannot try to close with air loads.
Posted on: 5/16/2012 7:42 AM by Author "bskyinc" in the forum "RC Jets"
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Help with Jet Central Gear Sequencer
Just installed it in my BVM F86, and trying to increase the time after gear extension for the doors to close. I have both door close settings at 2.0 which should be a little over 6 seconds. On retaction it works perfect, doors open, gear retracts, and doors close 6 seconds later. but for extension the doors open and gear extends, but doors close in about 1 second after gear extends. What am I missing
Posted on: 4/7/2012 5:11 AM by Author "bskyinc" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: A4 Skyhawk build
Will do, I think I'll probably be using a smaller version on the rear door also as its linkage geometry is wrong also. Pablo said that both doors were coming open inflight. Will let you know how it works out.. Thanks, Steve
Posted on: 3/12/2012 7:39 AM by Author "bskyinc" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: A4 Skyhawk build
Alex, I think why the magnet, and he had a small air cylinder mounted in the front to pin door shut didn't work was the air flow as the door tried to close all the way prevented the door from closing far enough to get the magnets close enough to do their job. I'm going to use a larger dia cylinder to increase force, although I'm not sure I'll need it
Posted on: 3/12/2012 7:10 AM by Author "bskyinc" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: A4 Skyhawk build
Alex, Pablo had tried the earth magnet to no avail, but without the helper spring, Here is what I've come up with, a motion transfer arm and mount. Now the air cylinder side to side moves the door actuator rod vertically. the adjustment holes and rod length will allow the linkage to travel over center in the open position to provide positive opening lock(the air cylinder at full exstension and positive closed lock with the door linkage arm in a line with the transfer arm pivot point. Any thoughts, thanks, Steve.. BTW the door cylinder has to be replaced with a 1.5" stroke, this is the one originally installed and everything is just tacked in place for now
Posted on: 3/12/2012 6:15 AM by Author "bskyinc" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: A4 Skyhawk build
Alex, would like to see what you've come up with for main door operation. I have Pablo's A4 and have been working on main door fix to prevent opening in flight. Post some pics pleeeaassseee.
Posted on: 3/10/2012 1:53 PM by Author "bskyinc" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: BVM F-4 build
The BVM F100 is my next build. Would love a build thread from one of the pro's on the F 100
Posted on: 11/6/2011 4:35 PM by Author "bskyinc" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10799821

RE: BVM F-4 build
The rest of the story!! Saturday Dustin did the Maiden after a few owners and my Phase 1 thru 4 inspection and repair. A low time BVM F4, but not flown in a few years. After a perfect take off and great flight, ( Anyone who has seen Dustin Fly can attest to his skills), time to land, Gear Down and NO LEFT MAIN!!!!!! After every manuever in the book, and low fuel light blinking, time to land. With only the Nose Gear and Right Main down, A perfect landing with the engine shut down and [b][/b]NOT A SCRATCH . UNBELEIVEABLE!!!!!![b][/b] I can't even begin put into words what an incredible stick Dustin is.. Two more flights today to finalize trims and systems and I'm ready for many sorties . I cannot begin to express my appreciation to Dustin.. I can say without reservation, I Fly BVM
Posted on: 10/23/2011 4:35 PM by Author "bskyinc" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: BVM F-4 build
Only the best modelers would b trusted to build a BVM product. Would love to see your work
Posted on: 10/17/2011 1:23 PM by Author "bskyinc" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10769832

RE: Did I do this for nothing?
Tam offered a retract with the Y/A strut and his tires/wheels/brakes as a substitute for the 15. I had a set at one time that looked identical to what you have. I think it was to improve the tire setup from Y/A that were some type of foam.
Posted on: 10/13/2011 10:08 AM by Author "bskyinc" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Fei-Bao 14D build thread
Did this aircraft ever get flown?
Posted on: 10/7/2011 12:54 PM by Author "bskyinc" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10753431

BVM F4 Killer Cockpit
Anyone got a Killer Cockpit for the BVM F4 that you want to sell?
Posted on: 8/6/2011 10:59 AM by Author "bskyinc" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10658323

RE: Flying my JetLegend F-18 Viedo
Thanks for the info
Posted on: 7/29/2011 2:16 PM by Author "bskyinc" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Flying my JetLegend F-18 Viedo
That Bug was Haulin, Looked Great. Where is your smoke Tank(s) located and what tanks did you use.. Tia
Posted on: 7/29/2011 12:25 PM by Author "bskyinc" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10645252

RE: WHAT WE HAVE HERE IS A FAILURE TO COMMUNICATE SKYMASTER F14
Dustin, Had no idea that Jessica was in surgery, hope she's ok.. Figured you were just busy.. Sent 2 PM's to Anton, Which I know one was read, but no reply.. Thought maybe someone here would have this info
Posted on: 6/28/2011 6:17 AM by Author "bskyinc" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10595990

WHAT WE HAVE HERE IS A FAILURE TO COMMUNICATE RE: SKYMASTER F14
Since Skymaster and their dealer have failed to respond, Does anyone know if the F14 they are working on will have Leading Edge Slats and Roll Spoilers?
Posted on: 6/28/2011 2:53 AM by Author "bskyinc" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Skymaster F14 Tomcat
Anyone Know if the F14 will have Leading edge slats and roll spoilers
Posted on: 6/27/2011 12:43 PM by Author "bskyinc" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10594838

RE: What are the ABC's for Gyros in Jets.
no need to use a dual channel with the smart fly. I had gyros on rudders and ailerons on my F15 with the EQ10. you connect the gyro between the receiver and the EQ10
Posted on: 4/20/2011 4:24 AM by Author "bskyinc" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: F18 Nose Gear Detail
Paul, Coming from the master I'll take that compliment. Yes, I have been working the Mains. Going to get the controler wired up and post a vid of the lights in operation
Posted on: 2/22/2011 1:51 AM by Author "bskyinc" in the forum "RC Jets"
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F18 Nose Gear Detail
Ck out the CNC details I've added to my Tam's Superhornet.. The landing light has D4S high output led and the LLS box has 3 micro led's on a board that has a sequencer Dan built So the Green, Red and amber lights come on in a random order for a few seconds each. After 2 or 3 sequences it finally goes green and stays green. Only starts the sequence after a gear up and then gear down command from TX.. Thinking about doing some resin casts of the parts if theres any interest
Posted on: 2/21/2011 5:02 PM by Author "bskyinc" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Skymaster F14 Tomcat
Anton, Looks Great.. Can't hardly wait to see more
Posted on: 1/19/2011 11:10 AM by Author "bskyinc" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Fei-Bao F-14D prototype build thread
Can't wait to get the flight report.. Great Build. When do you anticipate the first flight
Posted on: 1/10/2011 3:59 PM by Author "bskyinc" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: More Skymaster quality issues .. Check your wing ...
The Best of Chinese Manufactured airplanes is by far Yellow Aircraft
Posted on: 11/17/2010 7:32 PM by Author "bskyinc" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10142033

RE: Skymaster F14 Tomcat
Looks great, How about some video of the wing sweep in flight
Posted on: 11/9/2010 12:23 PM by Author "bskyinc" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10124614