RE: What to use to hold screws in?
I had a similar problem with an OS 40FP, I drilled the holes out and went to a larger thread, I think I ended up with a 6-32, I'm not sure. I originally left the screws long and did see some power loss until I pulled them out and trimmed them.
Posted on: 8/28/2012 6:48 AM by Author "crossman" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: Which is lighter CA or Titebond?
I have gone to mostly using Titebond as I have found myself very susceptible to the respiratory problems with CA. I do use some CA as well, since there are times it is best for(especially quick repairs, I think I will pick up some of the little ones as someone mentioned.) Somewhere on here I once read that Titebond dries lighter than CA because the water leaves as it dries, while CA cures. However, I can't imagine that it would amount to a big difference in the overall weight of the plane. As far as what to spread the glue with, I have accumulated a large pile of used gift cards that I use. I can cut them down for small areas. And I have also stuck adhesive backed sandpaper to a few.
Posted on: 8/28/2012 6:37 AM by Author "crossman" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: Stick Cutting Tech ?
I use the Zona razor saw and an aluminum miter box from Xacto. For angled cuts, I usually cut it a shade long and sand to fit.
Posted on: 8/26/2012 12:04 PM by Author "crossman" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: neat tip from an old timer
Another option is to lay the scraps in a scanner and save an image file of them. It would be helpful to put a ruler in with them to keep the scale accurate.
Posted on: 7/20/2012 6:40 PM by Author "crossman" in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
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RE: 18 v battery
This regulator will give you 12 volts and handle a 1 amp load. http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2062600 Do you have a model # or picture of the glow starter that you are using, just to put everyone at rest that you are not blowing out glowplugs. I know there are some units that basically have the same circuits that are in the power panel and will run from 12 volts. I am not sure what the current demand is on them.
Posted on: 7/6/2012 3:55 PM by Author "crossman" in the forum "Batteries & Chargers"
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RE: What goes up must come down, right?
[quote]ORIGINAL: JeffinTD Maybe a heavy duty fishing pole with a rubber ball or something? [/quote] I have done this with good success. I have also heard of the Chainsaw method, or as it is sometimes referred to "Husqvarna Disease"
Posted on: 7/6/2012 7:53 AM by Author "crossman" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: Transmitter tray?
I decided to try a strap a few of years back and now It seems awkward without one. The only one in our club that I've seen use a tray flies competitive pattern.
Posted on: 7/2/2012 6:06 PM by Author "crossman" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: Help with midwest pt-17 super stearman
I have a Saito 125 for mine too. I am planning a color scheme similar to the one on the box but with blue instead of black. But I haven't bought the Ultracote yet, so anything could happen.
Posted on: 6/19/2012 9:00 AM by Author "crossman" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Help with midwest pt-17 super stearman
Here are the supplements to the Stearman manual, including the interplane strut.
Posted on: 6/18/2012 5:53 PM by Author "crossman" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Cutting straight 90deg edges to make sheets
[quote]ORIGINAL: dbacque After the pieces are cut you should get a fairly good fit. I use a long sanding bar to touch them up if needed, again watching carefully to keep the bar square to the sheet. Or you can make an edge sanding guide that will ensure a straight, square edge. http://www.airfieldmodels.com/information_source/how_to_articles_for_model_builders/tools/edge_truing_fixture/index.htm Dave [/quote] I have used a set-up similar to this with good results and the same taping method that you are using with good success. Just needs patience and a little practice.
Posted on: 6/10/2012 5:55 PM by Author "crossman" in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
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RE: need some info on the bobbico accu-cycle pro series please!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Was the pack charged before you put it on the accu-cycle? If not, you were testing an incomplete charge. Those settings should be good for 700 mah pack. If it is a new pack, I would expect to get close to 700mah. As I recall, the reference to .70 is that if the pack tests below 70% (or .70)of its original capacity, it should not be trusted. So in the case of the 700 mah pack, it should be over 490mah (700 x .70) Also with new packs you sometimes will see the capacity increase slightly with the first few cycles.
Posted on: 6/6/2012 6:01 PM by Author "crossman" in the forum "Batteries & Chargers"
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RE: OS LA 40 Carbeurator
Try soaking the non-plastic parts in Denatured Alcohol. That will clean up most residue. Most likely, the main issue is hardened fuel residue. You can go to the OS Engines website and download the manual for the engine for an exploded view of the carb.
Posted on: 5/28/2012 5:30 PM by Author "crossman" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: Plans coversion from dwg to pdf
Prboz, Thanks for posting that link. This is exactly what I have needed to convert from the very basic CAD program that I have. I tried two files and it seems to work great!
Posted on: 5/25/2012 11:53 AM by Author "crossman" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: Post your favorite quotes
Great thread! "I never have to look for trouble, It's always right there handy when I get up in the morning." I believe that it is from Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, though I'm not positive. Another favorite, though I have no idea where it's from is "Nothing is Idiot Proof, Idiots are too creative."
Posted on: 5/23/2012 5:27 PM by Author "crossman" in the forum "Off Topic Forum - Cars, Trucks, Buggies and more"
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RE: rc workbenches ..show me your work tables.
[quote]ORIGINAL: jbdismukes [quote]ORIGINAL: aspeed '' use the garage for the car too?'' [/quote] What are you, some kind of kinky troublemaker?!  <img alt='''' src=''http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/js/fckeditor/editor/images/smiley/msn/devious.gif'' /> Jack [/quote] There's an oddball in every crowd!
Posted on: 5/8/2012 8:49 AM by Author "crossman" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: charger output voltage/R/X batt. voltage
Dick, If you go to this site http://www.hangtimes.com/redsbatteryclinic.html And click the box titled "All About Wall-Wart Chargers" there is alot of info on using chargers that have different specs than the ones that come with the equipment. That will help you know what to expect with the charger that you have.
Posted on: 5/6/2012 3:46 PM by Author "crossman" in the forum "Batteries & Chargers"
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RE: rc workbenches ..show me your work tables.
Murphey, I like your set-up with the Incra rails. I have been thinking about something along that line myself. Actually, I just want a reason to buy some Incra stuff. As far as showing my benches, I'd just like to see them. I haven't cleaned up down there in quite awhile.
Posted on: 5/4/2012 6:23 AM by Author "crossman" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: Minnflyer (AKA Mike Buzzeo) has unexpectedly passed away
Minnflyer was one of the names that you could always count on here for good solid advice and encouragement. We will all miss him greatly and should be glad that we had the opportunity to benefit from his knowledge. God Bless, Mike, you will be missed and remembered.
Posted on: 4/11/2012 5:48 PM by Author "crossman" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: Gray Beard needs our prayers
Gene, Best wishes on a quick recovery. Looking forward to seeing you on here soon.
Posted on: 2/13/2012 12:59 PM by Author "crossman" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Repairing a Airplane wing
From the pics, that appears to be a Goldberg Eagle trainer. If you PM me with your e-mail address, I can forward a pdf of the assembly manual, that may help you in repairing and setting up the plane.
Posted on: 12/21/2011 10:51 AM by Author "crossman" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: push rod question
[quote]ORIGINAL: ho2zoo Another option would be to build two elevator servos into the aft end of the fuselage and drive each elevator half with a short 4/40 pushrod. The servos in the tail might even help to balance it with the 1.20 engine on the nose. [/quote] The midwest Stearman tends to come rather tail heavy without adding servos to the tail. Even with the 1.20 . I haven't decided what to use for elev push rods on the one I'm building now, but I do plan to use 2 servos on the elevator(mounted up front) and Pull-pull on the rudder.
Posted on: 9/17/2011 12:59 PM by Author "crossman" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: Fuel line pinch test
[quote]ORIGINAL: jester_s1 The nose up test is simply checking the mix with the nose pointed upwards. Without pumps the fuel pressure drops a little in that attitude so the engines leans out a little. With the nose up peaked is ok and even preferable, but if you're too lean the engine will die with the nose up. [/quote] So, if I point it up and the engine doesn't lose RPM, I'm good to go, Right?
Posted on: 8/26/2011 9:53 AM by Author "crossman" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: Fuel line pinch test
[quote]ORIGINAL: opjose In addition to what Barracudahockey suggested, I also tell novices to observe the behaviour of the engine ( assuming the right glow plug is installed ), when the ignitor is pulled off. The pinch test will get you close, however if pulling off the ignitor causes a large drop in RPM's the engine is too rich and likely to stall when taxiing. The combination of the pinch test, ignitor and nose up test, done properly will give you a reliable run if there are no plumbing or fuel quality problems. [/quote] How about an explanation of the "nose up test" I've seen it and had it done on my planes, but nobody ever realy told me what to listen for.
Posted on: 8/24/2011 9:35 AM by Author "crossman" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: bubbles in fuel
While you're checking the lines, give the brass tubes through the stopper a good look. A small crack there can be a real headache.
Posted on: 7/11/2011 12:28 PM by Author "crossman" in the forum "Glow Engines"
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RE: Radio help.
If you can get to the other end of the wires, maybe they will disconnect from that end and you can use the harness from the "donor" radio along with the board. I wouldn't expect to have to unsolder that.
Posted on: 7/7/2011 8:53 AM by Author "crossman" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: wire lead tubing
I have used paper also. To get a consistent tube, I roll it around a wood dowel a little smaller than I need and let it expand back into place. The straws sound like a good solution, but I'd have to remember to pick them up.
Posted on: 7/7/2011 6:49 AM by Author "crossman" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: engine quiting
Another thing to check is the brass tubing in the tank and the hose as well. If you have a pinhole or crack in either of them, it will pick up air when the fuel level is below that point and the enigine will quit. I fought this one for quite a while before finding the solution. Sometimes the easy solution is just to completely re-plumb the whole tank.
Posted on: 6/30/2011 12:14 PM by Author "crossman" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: bench top caddy
Getting back to being "organized". I have a habit of not cleaning up until I finish the project. I use the GP benchtopper for glues, knives and such. I do hang a few things up between uses but for the most part the bench is a "bit" disorganized, (ok it's a MESS). Concerning the rolling Xacto knives, just wrap a piece of masking tape around the handle so that it leaves a little flag. They won't roll anywhere.
Posted on: 6/29/2011 1:15 PM by Author "crossman" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Something NOT to do!!
I remember years back when some cameras used a "magic cube" flash. If you put one of the cubes in your pocket with keys, it could set off all four flash bulbs. I,m sure that caused some interesting motions. And yes, nicads get hot when shorted. I plugged in an RX battery backwards once and unsoldered the pins in the receiver. Also ruined the battery and set off the basement smoke alarm, not the best move at 5am.
Posted on: 6/19/2011 7:08 PM by Author "crossman" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: Tx Battery
Is the battery hardwired into the radio? or are you using loose AA batteries? If you can trace the wires from the battery to the circuit board and are careful with them, I don't see where it could cause any damage. I did the diode bypass that you mentioned on my Conquest myself, with no ill effects.
Posted on: 6/17/2011 6:25 AM by Author "crossman" in the forum "Batteries & Chargers"
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