RE: airtronics receiver crystals
Most US distributors have stopped ordering crystals so they are not easy to find. Hobby People does not have your channel in stock. You can ask about them here: http://www.radicalrc.com/rrcxtalexchange.html - They do sell some directly versus requiring a trade
Posted on: 5/21/2013 10:11 AM by Author "carrellh" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11518309

RE: Terrorism at the hobby shop
Looks like a waste of resources... "The program was set up using a $150,000 state grant" How much more will it cost to keep it going?
Posted on: 5/18/2013 8:01 AM by Author "carrellh" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11515117

RE: HELP! Issues Brand New Stampede 4x4 VXL
RCU has a [b]Traxxas Monster Trucks[/b] forum http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/forumid_251/tt.htm where you might find others who are very familiar with the truck.
Posted on: 5/17/2013 7:19 AM by Author "carrellh" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11514136

RE: Spinner size ?
With a cowl, the spinner size needs to flow into the lines of the cowl. Without a cowl, use whatever looks good to you. Since a certain size spinner may be used with a little prop or a big prop, they make the slots pretty small and you may need to open them up.
Posted on: 5/16/2013 2:30 PM by Author "carrellh" in the forum "Beginners"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11513509

RE: Hello!
Daniel, welcome to the forums. The Clubhouse is a general discussion forum open to all who like RC but I do think more 'plane guys' than 'car guys' hang out here. I am a plane guy but I did have had an electric stadium truck many years ago. The RC Car General Discussions http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/forumid_179/tt.htm may be a good place to start with car specific topics. They have a forum http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/forumid_265/tt.htm for car videos
Posted on: 5/15/2013 11:56 AM by Author "carrellh" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11512398

RE: Different Types of Receivers Questions
Makes sense. Very few manufaturers list any real guidelines for the range of their receivers. For anything that will be more than a few hundred feet away I would look for "full range" in the description. A 40 size plane can easily be 1000 feet away or more when you're flying.
Posted on: 9/17/2012 7:48 PM by Author "carrellh" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: Listen to this post it's the truth
[quote]ORIGINAL: J.Paul Saure I'd like to be able to post pictures directly from my iPad into the site. Right now I'm using links to my pictures in facebook (uploaded in the shop, no PC there nor time to do it afterwards). I'm 35 right now, I resisted the ''mobile'' crazyness for a while but it has it good strong points, specially for build logs... I vote for a mobile RCU!!! [/quote] I do not have a ‘smart’ phone or a tablet so I have never used an app. What does an app typically do that cannot be done through a browser, especially on something like an ipad where you have a relatively big screen?
Posted on: 9/17/2012 7:39 PM by Author "carrellh" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11231849

RE: Different Types of Receivers Questions
Bill, I thought you were getting an Airtronics transmitter. If so you cannot use a Spektrum receiver.
Posted on: 9/15/2012 11:54 AM by Author "carrellh" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11229422

RE: triple blade prop question
It appears the Saito 30 is discontinued; or Horizon stopped importing it. Hobby People no longer carries the Magnum 30 The OS 30 is still available The ASP 30 http://www.justengines.unseen.org/acatalog/AAero_4_Stroke.html is still available
Posted on: 9/15/2012 8:18 AM by Author "carrellh" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11229252

RE: Horizon and Warranty Policies
If the seller purchases directly from Horizon, whatever warranty Horizon provides should apply. If the seller managed to bypass Horizon, and is getting the products through gray market channels, Horizon should not provide any warranty. Who is the seller? Here is a portion of the warranty for a H9 ARF, copied from the Horizon site. What this Warranty Covers Horizon Hobby, Inc., (Horizon) warrants to the original purchaser that the product purchased (the "Product") will be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the date of purchase. Limited Warranty: [size=4][b]What is Not Covered [/b][/size]This warranty is not transferable and does not cover (i) cosmetic damage, (ii) damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, commercial use, or due to improper use, installation, operation or maintenance, (iii) modification of or to any part of the Product, (iv) attempted service by anyone other than a Horizon Hobby authorized service center, or [b][size=4](v) Products not purchased from an authorized Horizon dealer. [/size][/b]
Posted on: 9/14/2012 11:28 AM by Author "carrellh" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11228507

RE: Propellers
Beechwood and Maple are often used. One manufacturer of wooden props is http://www.zingerpropeller.com I do not know if they will make a custom prop
Posted on: 9/10/2012 2:40 PM by Author "carrellh" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11224146

RE: Omega 15% non 4 cycle blend
[quote]ORIGINAL: Dirt_hawg Yeah I just noticed in the manual that they recommend 18% minimum and I got 17%..Hmmm..I guess Ill use it and well see what happens.. [/quote] The 17% seems to be fine. My brother and I have used many gallons of this fuel in two/four strokes with no issues.
Posted on: 9/7/2012 12:59 PM by Author "carrellh" in the forum "Beginners"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11220954

RE: Omega 15% non 4 cycle blend
[quote]ORIGINAL: acdii Where do they sell it in cans? I have not seen any at either of me LHS. Would be nice to get at least one can so I can mount my fuel pump.  [/quote] The only fuel I've ever seen in cans (Dallas area) is PowerMaster
Posted on: 9/7/2012 12:56 PM by Author "carrellh" in the forum "Beginners"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11220949

RE: What happened to FG website?
[quote]ORIGINAL: Speedy-Gonzales I can get on the site but when I go to the CLASSIFIEDS page it says in bold print: ''THE BOARDS ARE TEMPORARILY DOWN FOR MAINTENANCE'' [/quote] The rest of the site is up. They have a 'contact us' link on the site. What was their reply when you asked for a status?
Posted on: 9/2/2012 6:16 AM by Author "carrellh" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11214303

RE: will this reciever work?
If the hobby shop does not have it, since many have stopped selling 72 mhz stuff, you can order one from Horizon http://www.horizonhobby.com/products/fm-receiver-crystal-72-270-JRPXFR24
Posted on: 9/2/2012 6:02 AM by Author "carrellh" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11214286

RE: Sig butyrate dope- does it exist?
[quote]ORIGINAL: Rv7garage I'm about to embark on my first attempt at covering with Koverall and dope. I have a quart of the nitrate stuff, and also a qt of what Sig calls Lite-Coat. It describes itself as a low shrink butyrate. Everthing I've read says to use regular buytrate over the nitrate stuff for the first two coats, is this true? Or will the lite-coat stuff work? Thanks :) (1/5 scale cub, readybfor covering! :} ) [/quote] Stits coatings are an alternative to dope http://www.stits.com/store/index.html
Posted on: 9/2/2012 5:45 AM by Author "carrellh" in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11214272

RE: Need help with Covering issue
[quote]ORIGINAL: LonnieMcc So basically I need a hotter iron and use trim solvent?? [/quote] I'd say one OR the other. Since you already have the iron, it only costs time to turn it up a little at a time until the adhesive sticks well.
Posted on: 9/1/2012 2:51 PM by Author "carrellh" in the forum "Kit Building"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11213731

RE: Avastar fuel tank
[quote]ORIGINAL: gphil Been looking for a fuel tank for the Avastar.   Plenty out there but if I remember correctly a 270c/c is the size with only two tubes .   The one closet to it has three,,,,,I guess it is an overflow vent ??  Point me to a supplier.   I think it has to be one that will only fit this plane.    HCAA3747 is a number I saw and wrote down.   Ok  thanks.  gphil [/quote] Link to HCAA3747 http://www3.omnimodels.com/cgi-bin/woi0001p?&I=HCAA3747&P=7 3rd line is for filling without disconnecting from the carb. Keep it plugged if not using.
Posted on: 9/1/2012 2:40 PM by Author "carrellh" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: Need help with Covering issue
[quote]ORIGINAL: LonnieMcc Yes, I have used heat. The iron I have is around 190, And I have gone over it several times. I just have not poked any holes [/quote] You probably need closer to 275 degrees for monokote. http://www.monokote.com/monoinst1.html Trim solvent http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXHZ43&P=SM will stick it down.
Posted on: 9/1/2012 2:33 PM by Author "carrellh" in the forum "Kit Building"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11213721

RE: Great Planes Extra 330L Build
OSG, I looked through this for the first time today. Excellent work!
Posted on: 9/1/2012 6:35 AM by Author "carrellh" in the forum "Kit Building"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11213429

RE: Best Kits
Asking what’s best typically just spars the Chevy vs Ford debate since everyone has preferences that may be based on experience or just on hearsay. A SIG Astro Hog http://www.sigmfg.com/IndexText/SIGRC55.html is an older design that has a lot of parts to sand and carve The GP Super Sportster 60 http://www3.omnimodels.com/cgi-bin/woi0001p?&I=GPMA0210&P=0 will be more challenging than the trainer but still pretty basic construction. Their Corsair 40 http://www3.omnimodels.com/cgi-bin/woi0001p?&I=GPMA0177&P=0 is a non-scale model that has a challenging inverted gull wing Top Flite Elder 40 http://www3.omnimodels.com/cgi-bin/woi0001p?&I=TOPA0215&P=0 has exposed trusswork that shows off the fit of the joints You can see the manuals to all of these online to get an idea of what’s involved in the build. Look at as many online manuals as you can. You may decide that one of the Top Flite scale models is perfect for you. They have good instructions and enough have been built that getting answers to questions should be pretty easy.
Posted on: 9/1/2012 5:57 AM by Author "carrellh" in the forum "Kit Building"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11213400

RE: how much diehedrial
If there is not a front view or other way to see it, ask in the combat forum http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/forumid_94/tt.htm as the guys who combat may be familiar with this plane.
Posted on: 8/30/2012 9:42 AM by Author "carrellh" in the forum "Kit Building"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11211604

RE: Fuel-Proofing Before Locating Engine Mount?
If you use an adjustable mount such as the ones from Great Planes http://www3.omnimodels.com/cgi-bin/WOI0091P?&P=SM&C=GMH&V=GPM one mount should work for any of the engines that is recommended for the plane. Install the blind nuts per the template that comes with the mount. Using heat to thin your epoxy lets it soak into the wood a little and helps get a very light coat. If you do not have a heat gun for covering, a hair dryer will get it warm enough to flow like water. You can wipe out the excess, if there is any, with paper towels.
Posted on: 8/30/2012 9:34 AM by Author "carrellh" in the forum "Kit Building"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11211593

RE: Four Star 60 Plans
There is a very good article on the Airfield Models site http://www.airfieldmodels.com/information_source/how_to_articles_for_model_builders/tools/magnetic_building_board/index.htm that shows fixtures and techniques for holding things down. The guy who runs the site sells the fixtures if you prefer to buy them instead of building them.
Posted on: 8/30/2012 9:14 AM by Author "carrellh" in the forum "Kit Building"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11211570

RE: Which is lighter CA or Titebond?
[quote]ORIGINAL: BillinIndiana Now after a few others have said to use the Epoxy on the wing spars, I wish I would have went with my 1st instinct and used it there no matter what the plans said... [/quote] I think the people telling you to use epoxy on the spars are answering a different question. Or maybe I'm misreading. In the steps where you are gluing the ribs to the bottom spar, and gluing the top spar into the the notch at the top of the ribs, you want to use wood glue or CA. When you get to step 44, gluing the two wing panels together, you need to use epoxy. If you are going in order, that is the first time you need to use epoxy.
Posted on: 8/29/2012 12:54 PM by Author "carrellh" in the forum "Beginners"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11210551

RE: What's the proper method of a barrel roll?
With my trainer I get better rolls by nosing up before throwing in the aileron. Sometimes I'm coordinated enough to apply down elevator at the right time and sometimes I'm not.
Posted on: 8/28/2012 3:55 PM by Author "carrellh" in the forum "Beginners"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11209540

RE: Which is lighter CA or Titebond?
The second page of the PDF says use CA or wood glue (your choice) unless otherwise noted. A few steps that specifically mention using epoxy: 44, 47, 51, 52, 54, 55 I noticed a step somewhere that specifuically mentioned using CA but do not see it now.
Posted on: 8/28/2012 3:49 PM by Author "carrellh" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: Which is lighter CA or Titebond?
Bill, I don't think I saw this mentioned. Thin CA - put the parts together dry. Clamp or pin so they stay still. Wick glue into the joint. It should cure almost instantly. Medium or thick CA - Apply to parts and put them together. You want decent coverage on the wood surfaces (no glue = no bond).
Posted on: 8/27/2012 2:09 PM by Author "carrellh" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: SIG Mark II Engine ?
[quote]ORIGINAL: BillinIndiana Guess I should ask '' Would you pay $60 for the TT GP42'' ? I'm not sure if I should be happy at that price or not? I mean in my mind, it could always be cheaper and that would make me happier , but may never be an reality. [/quote] Tower sells it for 85 so you got a good deal.
Posted on: 8/26/2012 4:46 PM by Author "carrellh" in the forum "Beginners"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11206866

RE: Stick Cutting Tech ?
You do not ‘need’ power tools to cut the sticks in your kit. Any of the razor saw and miter box sets mentioned in this thread will do the job. A company called Fourmost has some really slick miter tools http://www.btemodels.com/fourmost.html Tower and other distributors also sell them
Posted on: 8/26/2012 4:41 PM by Author "carrellh" in the forum "Kit Building"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11206855