RE: Good plane for OS Wankel?
I had a Wankel on a Tower Hobbies Uproar.. boy would she move....
Posted on: 1/9/2011 7:45 PM by Author "fun2fly" in the forum "Sport Flying"
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Correcting Warpped Control Surfaces
I pulled out a partially built kit I started on awhile ago. Everything seems true except a few of the control surfaces have a slight warp in them. Any suggestions on how to correct this? Fun2Fly
Posted on: 5/23/2008 2:57 PM by Author "fun2fly" in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
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Cessna Crimp on Control Surfaces
I am looking for a way to replicate the cessna crimp that is on the control surfaces on the L-19. I am working on a 1/5th scale version. Any inputs or hints would be greatly appreciated.
Posted on: 8/8/2004 6:16 AM by Author "fun2fly" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
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Oil % for cars
My buddy just got a new car, and the LHS sold him 16% nitro with 14% oil. I am a flier I don't run anything lower than 18% oil in my engines. What is the recommended % for cars. He is getting ready to break in his engine and I don't want it to over heat. I also told him he should bump up to atleast 20% nitro. We need your input before we continue running this engine.
Posted on: 7/13/2004 9:25 AM by Author "fun2fly" in the forum "Car Nitro & Gas Engines"
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1st Jet
I am looking in to getting a Hot Spot as a firts jet. I have about 15 years flying experience with standard glow engines, from .25 to 1.20. What are some of your recomendations as far as this jet goes? I am also looking for some good web sites to do some research and RC Jets in general but so far I am not finding any that are usefull. I like lots of info before I decide to buy one, so any info would be great.
Posted on: 6/29/2004 4:39 PM by Author "fun2fly" in the forum "RC Jets"
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Shrike Belly Skid
Any good ideas on a good belly skid that will hold up to an asphalt runway? I was thinking velcro, that way it is replacable as it wears down. Any inputs will be great.
Posted on: 5/23/2004 4:27 PM by Author "fun2fly" in the forum "Extreme Speed Prop Planes"
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NIMH and A-4
Has anyone had any troubles using the C function on thier A-4 for high capacity NIMH batteries? I just got some new 2300 and 2200 mAh packs and the first go around was 194 mAh on one and 210 on another. Since I am on the subject of the A-4, I moved to Europe and I am using a 110v/50hz, could this cause an issue with the A-4?? Any info will help.
Posted on: 5/7/2004 6:37 PM by Author "fun2fly" in the forum "Batteries & Chargers"
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RE: sig wonder!
Spend some money and put a OS Wankel on it, boy do they move.
Posted on: 5/3/2004 11:46 AM by Author "fun2fly" in the forum "Extreme Speed Prop Planes"
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RE: Real F-15 crash
EDH13, Careful you are showing your age. It must have been a totally different world being here back then. I have been here a year and boy do I miss fighters. I worked with F-4 several years ago at Holloman, the German AF fly the crap out of them.
Posted on: 4/23/2004 10:58 AM by Author "fun2fly" in the forum "Crash & Rebuild"
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RE: Real F-15 crash
Actually Aero Mech those are flight helmets, if you look closer they have the O2 hoses on them. Attention to detail is very important. Plus the AF doesn't use crainel caps on the flight line, only the Navy and Marines use them. Plus if for some reason the AF was using them, you wouldn't see them in the grass, everything like that is accounted for in a toolbox or tool room. Trust me it sucks when you leave something lying around and it is not accounted for, it makes for a long day.
Posted on: 4/22/2004 3:34 PM by Author "fun2fly" in the forum "Crash & Rebuild"
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RE: Removing fuel from balsa
Small amounts of ether will work too. Just keep it in a well ventilated area and no smoking or spark sources[:D]
Posted on: 4/19/2004 12:53 PM by Author "fun2fly" in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
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RE: How often does your spouse/significant other come to the field?
My wife come sout 85% of the time. It is mandatory for all maiden flights for her to be there. The one time she didn't make it, it was a bad day for the plane.
Posted on: 4/19/2004 12:45 PM by Author "fun2fly" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: Crystals in Tx
I didn't think so, but I am not an expert on these things that is why I asked. That is the first question I get from new flyers to my area. Thanks for the help.
Posted on: 4/17/2004 4:49 AM by Author "fun2fly" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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Crystals in Tx
Alright here we go. I know there is a long 4 page forum in the AMA section but I need some good intel on this stuff. Since I am in one of those countries that switching crystals is "legal" can I put a 35 mhz crystal in my 72 mhz Tx and vice versa?? Are there any conflict problems doing this and can you get them retuned to work?? Any info will help.
Posted on: 4/16/2004 5:05 PM by Author "fun2fly" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: Dropping eggs from planes
We use to do the breakfast drop, first have your spouse or someone you can get to hold a 16 inch frying pan out in the field, then you fly over and drop the egg as close to that person as possible. either by rolling or dipping method. Then the person with the frying pan tries to catch the egg. (old clothes and eye protection required, and hard hat) Then do the same thing with a bag of flour. Lots of fun.
Posted on: 4/14/2004 2:28 PM by Author "fun2fly" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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AA or AAA Flight Pack
I have seen some 4.8v AAA packs for sell. Any disadvantages over AA. I am looking at your typical 40 size or smaller application. Any inputs would be great.
Posted on: 4/12/2004 10:47 AM by Author "fun2fly" in the forum "Batteries & Chargers"
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RE: Real flight R/C simulator
Nick, The Avistar is a good flying plane, I put an ARF version together a couple of years ago for a friend and it fly fine. I was able to train him fairly easy. But my personal opinion the SIG LT-40 (kit or ARF) is the best trainer out there. I have had trainees solo quicker on the LT-40 than any other trainer. It is so forgiving and stable, especially in turns. The only thing I would suggest if you get one is to replace the Elevator and Rudder pushrods that come in the kit. They have a tendency to expand and constrict drastically with the change in temperature. As for your question on the flight simulator. I have been using the PT40 to train people during the winter months. It seems to fly realistically. Just remember when you fly on the computer you don't get the peripheral and ground reference as you would at the field.
Posted on: 4/6/2004 4:22 PM by Author "fun2fly" in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
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AT-6
Does any one know where I can find a 60-90 size AT-6 kit. I haven't seen one in awhile.
Posted on: 4/6/2004 4:07 PM by Author "fun2fly" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
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RE: Prop Size for Shrike .10
Thanks Charlie, what kind of pipe are you running on your engine? I think once I get the enging broke in I will get one for mine. Aslo did you do any mods to the vertical stabs? They look a little weak? Charlie
Posted on: 4/6/2004 3:57 PM by Author "fun2fly" in the forum "Extreme Speed Prop Planes"
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Prop Size for Shrike .10
I am researchhing prop sizes for my Shrike. I am going to be running a norvel .25 on it and so far I am looking at a 7x8 prop. Any other suggestions?
Posted on: 4/4/2004 4:43 AM by Author "fun2fly" in the forum "Extreme Speed Prop Planes"
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RE: Wanted to Buy - Litco Alpha 4
Alpha 4 rock, I have been using my buddies for the past 2 years, the same two years I have been trying to get one my self. It has saved two planes from potential battery failure by identifing low mah. Believe it or not I was luck and I got on the list last year from an e-mail I sent from a undisclosed location in the middle east. This proves it just takes time a determination.
Posted on: 2/18/2004 3:55 PM by Author "fun2fly" in the forum "Batteries & Chargers"
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RE: Ground loop
Even an easier fix, just hand launch it and land it as a dead stick. [:D] Just kidding, it just takes time and practice to learn how to take off tail draggers. I find holding a slight up elevator until your ground speed picks up, (usually 1/2 throttle) this way your tail section is so called flying and stable. It tooke me many day s at the field and many ground loops before I perfected it, just don't give up.
Posted on: 2/18/2004 3:42 PM by Author "fun2fly" in the forum "S.P.A.D. Aircraft - Coroplast design"
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RE: O.S. rotary engine -Weinkel-
Wabbit, I had a Wankel on a Uproar, boy did it move, then I put it on a sig wonder wow. They are expensive and a 4 oz tank will give you about 3.5 minutes of flight at full throttle. But once you hear one and fly one they are addictive.
Posted on: 1/21/2004 3:59 PM by Author "fun2fly" in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
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RE: How do you store your Planes
How ever you decide try and keep your nose pointing up. This way the corrosive byproduct of the fuel doesn't sit on your bearings. Instead it sits on your back plate.
Posted on: 1/19/2004 3:50 PM by Author "fun2fly" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: What is your favorite kit building task?... your least favorite?
Favorite Task- Everything but covering Least Favorite- you got it , covering, I just haven't got the patience to do some of the fabulaous designs, so mine stay simple.
Posted on: 1/18/2004 1:28 PM by Author "fun2fly" in the forum "Kit Building"
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Servos for a Shrike .10
some micros put out 25 oz. Fun2Fly The need for speed.[:D]
Posted on: 1/17/2004 8:48 AM by Author "fun2fly" in the forum "Extreme Speed Prop Planes"
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RE: Sport vs Pattern vs Pylon APC props
For the sport APC I was looking at 7x8, 8x4, 8x6 or an 8x8, and in the pylon 8.5 x 7. Is there a differnece in the design between to the two props. Looking at pictures it looks like the pylon prop ends are narrow? Fun2Fly
Posted on: 1/17/2004 8:37 AM by Author "fun2fly" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: prop size
I run a 12 x 8 APC on a Sig Something Extra and it hauls butt, so I would go with the 13x6 wood prop at 1/4 throttle and she will creep. I have ran 14 -16 on the 91 surpass on a big trainer and it worked great. If you find a larger prop is to much of a load on the engine remember to use your left thumb, that will always let your plane fly slow.
Posted on: 1/15/2004 7:59 PM by Author "fun2fly" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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Sport vs Pattern vs Pylon APC props
. Fun2Fly
Posted on: 1/15/2004 7:54 PM by Author "fun2fly" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: Funds for a new runway needed.
. Fun2Fly
Posted on: 1/13/2004 11:33 AM by Author "fun2fly" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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