RE: New 81
[quote]ORIGINAL: PlaneKrazee You'll love the way the 160 runs. Best of luck with the cowl. Any photos of what you have so far? [/quote] It hasn't ran up to my expectations so far....What I mean by this, is that It is having wayy to much varience when having plane nose hight while on idle. Also it is loading up too much for my taste after comming off idle.... That it will hesitate while doing a quick blast of the throttle... Lean out the bottom, too lean and quits when nose high.... I am not going to place this plane at risk and behind the 8-Ball....(not going down that road again) I have recieved the New updated carb today.... I will take some BEFORE and AFTER video of how it ran and runs currently.... Hopefully the new carb will be a perfect solution, and no more issues.... Again, it runs really well when Just sitting.... but with different attitude changes, It deosn't run well enough.. nothing really helps...(Muffler preasure, perry pump ect) \ Higher Nitro content seems to help,. but I do not want to have to run much at all.... So hopefully this is a great solution....
Posted on: 11/21/2009 2:29 AM by Author "kochj" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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Homade SWISS Style Muffler anyone try one??
Thought about this VRS a Homade ALUm Beer BOttle CAn... Wondering if anyone can chime in on this?? Im thinking it would get gunked up.... This is for a HOMEBUILT aircraft, so the numbers would have to be crunched a bit... Here is the website... http://www.piteraq.dk/flight/muffler.html
Posted on: 11/20/2009 1:39 AM by Author "kochj" in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
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RE: Building and tuning, Bud Bottle Mufflers.
ANyone tried doing it this way?? http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_9266848/anchors_9266848/mpage_1/key_/anchor/tm.htm#9266848 This is for a homebuilt aircraft, so the NUmbers are a bit big, but the same principal could be aplied. Wondering if there would be a significant loss of power?? would it clogup with gunk??
Posted on: 11/20/2009 1:33 AM by Author "kochj" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: Building and tuning, Bud Bottle Mufflers.
I just happen on this post..... read it and was pleased to see the results.... I havn't seen any RPM's posted but I have been wanting cans for 2-engines so I will give these a try.... If you are not a welder and want to make these bomb proof, you can BRAZE weld them.... http://www.goflyrc.com/projects/33Cap/Headers.htm
Posted on: 11/20/2009 1:17 AM by Author "kochj" in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9266822

RE: G-Pete's Ziroli P-38J Lightning build
[quote]ORIGINAL: sweetpea01 It can be done though as I video taped this single engine landing on a Yellow P-38 with YS engines. [/quote] What size YS were they?? Who pancaked there plane in , the video you can here one go in, but didn't see it untill landing..?? @ 1:56 into the vid...
Posted on: 11/19/2009 9:40 PM by Author "kochj" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: GP Cap 580 1/3 scale
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_9232680/anchors_9264145/mpage_1/key_/anchor/tm.htm#9264145 Here is the link to my MTW can istall on the cap.
Posted on: 11/19/2009 9:46 AM by Author "kochj" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - 3D & Aerobatic"
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RE: GP CAP 580 1/3 1st gen mtw 75K install
Here are some picts of the progress.... Everything had plenty of glue and a area righ in front of the gear mound, that didn't respond to heat or acetone...It much have been like 30min epoxy ( as eveident by the amount of damage to the wood attempting to remove it..) All is well...
Posted on: 11/18/2009 10:35 PM by Author "kochj" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - 3D & Aerobatic"
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RE: GP CAP 580 1/3 1st gen mtw 75K install
thE NEXT PART OF THE BUILD... Finally had some time to work on it.... Pulled the remaining firewall from plane... The entire area of the plane look very well made and strong... It has taken a bit longer to do the work, mainly due to not knowing how to go about Making my own engine mount/support... from scratch.... I will be using the parts that were taken out as reference/guide. But it is the SIDE Supports that gives me the most worries.... It is these side suports of the engine mount, that give the plane it's strength, and ties everything together so it can be stiff and strong.... These side pieces go from the engine mount, all the way to the Wing TUbes and connects it all together....
Posted on: 11/18/2009 10:21 PM by Author "kochj" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - 3D & Aerobatic"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9264109

RE: G-Pete's Ziroli P-38J Lightning build
Hey pete.... Been a while since your flight of your p-6e hawk and your segull sukui maden and aileron disaster.... I absolutely loved your p-38 .....night fighter.... I had built a model for my son....and one day want one of the large scale.... I have but a couple of questions..... How often do you fly a year? Do you have a Simulator????? Reason I ask, is there are many full scale aircraft designers that build many aircrafts, then go out and try to fly one and get killed....due to not flying enough.... Sometimes this is simmular to rc planes as well.... I would hate to see you wreck one more of these buets.....It is too painfull... In the video, one engine didn't quit untill it was at the begining of the runway... I had thought the contrarotating props would make a difference in this setup...??? I am sure that it sounds like I am adding sailt to the wounds... I really do not want to offend...you do wonderfull work.... I just think your landings need some Nervousness out of them...[:D][;)]
Posted on: 11/16/2009 11:54 PM by Author "kochj" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: New 81
The site works but only when I click on the color paint tab, it states there is a Data Execution Prevention and muct be shut down... I went into my SYstem and made a change and will give it a try... Justin
Posted on: 11/16/2009 2:55 PM by Author "kochj" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9258076

RE: New 81
Here is a quick video of it running.... My camera video, so it's pretty bad quality, but sound is good... It was a while ago, and I didn't have my servos in the wings yet!! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y_zhbuZaNG8
Posted on: 11/16/2009 12:52 AM by Author "kochj" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: New 81
Here is a picture of the plane.... I will snap some of everything else ..... Everything is done except: 1.Spray up cowl.. 2. GLue pilot & acc. 3 Spray entire plane with automotive Clear, after placeing the stickers on... Have done this with other planes, and IT never yellowed.... 4. Balance....so far it is tail heavy... Will place ignition further up and batteries.. 5. Try New 2-needle carb on engine..... I haven't been satisfied with the running on transition and idleing.... especially on nose high attitude, it quits or speeds up quite a bit..... I have placed muffler pressure, and Perry pump with a bypass line and without. They all have no effect on the the issues.... I have other engines and have not had these issues except a magnum .91 4-stroke inverted on idle and loading up or lean... I will post reports... Have tried everything from
Posted on: 11/16/2009 12:26 AM by Author "kochj" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: New 81
[quote]ORIGINAL: rcmigpilot Radio South carries monocote matched PPG paint in smaller quantities than what body shop suppliers usually will sell. http://www.radiosouthrc.com/Matching_Paint.htm [/quote] Tried to look at that site, but my computer explorer wants to shut it down "protecting my computer" and the whole Internet Explorer locks up!.... THen it shuts it down....bummer.... does it tell you the color codes?? I would like that...
Posted on: 11/16/2009 12:05 AM by Author "kochj" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9256807

RE: Larger Revolver
[quote]ORIGINAL: ChuckW a giant scale version would be cool wouldn't it? Maybe something that'd work well with a nice 50cc gasser? [/quote] Perhaps a racer size 26-40cc to go against the H9 Sundowner 1.80??
Posted on: 11/15/2009 11:58 PM by Author "kochj" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9256789

ESM Lavochkin LA-7 80"
One of my Fav's to fly in IL2 Sim, and a plane you do not see to often either!.... may have to pick this one up.
Posted on: 11/15/2009 1:04 PM by Author "kochj" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9255312

RE: *GP Giant Aeromaster $100.00 Off*
[quote]ORIGINAL: FlyingGreg I've dorked mine a couple of times but havn't hurt the struts or the canopy, just broken prop and minor damage to lower wing tips. Wheel pants are taking a bit of a beating. [/quote] Good to know, I will not pick up the fiberglass N-struts.... If you break them, you probly be out a plane??
Posted on: 11/14/2009 11:22 PM by Author "kochj" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9254426

RE: *GP Giant Aeromaster $100.00 Off*
Don't have either.....Extra that is.... Can't you just mixe some epoxy w/microballons and paste it on, sand and respray?? This is more time consuming, but at least you have them...
Posted on: 11/14/2009 11:20 PM by Author "kochj" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9254424

RE: Great Planes Reactor GP/EP 3D ARF .46-.70
[quote]ORIGINAL: rc airplane nut [quote]ORIGINAL: ro347 Would be nice to see a .90-1.20 size Reactor. The 50CC is just too big to transport.. [/quote] I agree. I have a trailer but the 50CC is too big for my wallet[sm=disappointed.gif]. [/quote] IT really isn't that much bigger when comparing a 1.20 size to a 1.60size (this isn't as large as the BIG 50cc aircrafts out there) the Fuse is THicker, but not that much longer... The wings are wider, again, when you take them off the wing tube, IT doesn't matter at all... I can fit my QQ 69" yak in my HOnda Civic!!... I don't think a 50cc reactor would be that much more difficult...to get it in there... Price: I spend the same amount in money for the servos in my QQ 69" yak as a 50cc plane... The engine would be a-bit more, but I spend (just tallied this year use of fuel 12gallons) over 275$ in fuel cost... and this isn't even with as much flying as I would want to do in a year.. I could be wayy off hear... but I don't think I am...
Posted on: 11/3/2009 1:10 AM by Author "kochj" in the forum "3D Flying!"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9224257

RE: GP Cosmic Wind Minnow
I just noticed that as well.... What a way to pee in my cherios!!!! This plane is a "Best BUY" IMO~ The price is unreal when compared to other f1 aircrafts.... the .50 SUndowner is 250$!! If I had the cash I would buy up anotherone of these AND a LIttle TOni as well.. TOwer isn't the only place that has these...
Posted on: 11/2/2009 11:18 AM by Author "kochj" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: GP Cap 580 1/3 scale
YEs 9 oz is adding things up a bit.... I have the tank 1/5 servos already so I am going to use them (I use my rudder alot) so the added strength is alright by me... I have CF main gear, tail gear, wingtube, horizontal stabs, and TI wheel axels, so I am not too worried about the added weight.... THe real weight gain is going to come by the MTW cannister inall and the headers..... SOoooo perhaps I may move the ailerons to 1-, but I have sooo many other things to do, I don't want to be bothered with the changes... I have all the original wings with servos installed except 1-main wing and rudder will need installing so it should be a quick build... I would LOVE to have the Eagle 580, but I have what I have, and it was quite a bit cheaper... . MY only thoughts about this plane is the THrows/rates.... I believe I have around 35-38 deg. on my Elevators... According to QQ Somizini, you should have around 60 Deg of throw and on the elevators to get the performance when poping in and out of elevator,harrior, to hover... I know that the caps as more sensitive to the elevator than others but I think I may cut more angle on them...for more throw.... It will be some work being they are already hinged, (althought I have new ones in a box) but I may fly it like it is and then judge..... I am looking forward to wrining this thing out....and see what it can do... I am looking at the Extreme flights new 123" Extra with a Mintor 220 quad, combo for my next aircraft... I am bummed tha it is now winter, and flying is minimal at best![:'(][:(] Anyone know if this plane would have issues flying in the winter??? Just seems that things get real brittle, and I would hate to dump this plane do to it falling apart due to just that....
Posted on: 11/1/2009 12:49 AM by Author "kochj" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - 3D & Aerobatic"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9219131

RE: GP Cap 580 1/3 scale
Haven't posted in a while... Will try to get this plane in the airthis year..... I may start a new thread, being I am doing a install with MTW tdK70's... THese are the same ones in the manual for the Eagle 580.....As this has provisions for the cans already..... I am going to make sure they fit in width wise.... THis is my main concer..... I can always take out the frong wingtube placement, hard to fix a width issues....
Posted on: 10/31/2009 6:10 PM by Author "kochj" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - 3D & Aerobatic"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9218271

RE: King Motors Baja Review with pictures
just happen apon this ...as I have interest in gas instead of my nitro cars/buggys/ and trucks... Just looked on eaby...500$ and 630$ for the China clones??? I wouldn't do that ..... How did price jump from 200$ to that BS???
Posted on: 10/29/2009 12:10 AM by Author "kochj" in the forum "RC Giant Scale Cars"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9211299

RE: OS engines users Club
Well THis is a Very ODD move for OS engines.... Just happen to come by this.... O.S. GT55 Gasoline Engine. I would have thought that they would have gone with saito's lead, and tried to get some of there 4-stroke engines running on gasoline>>??? I can honestly say that it will be VERY powerfull, especially with a tuned pipe, due to the Genuine Schnill porting.
Posted on: 10/28/2009 8:28 PM by Author "kochj" in the forum "Glow Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9210644

RE: DA-85 or DA-100
[quote]ORIGINAL: Jake Ruddy I always get a kick out of those who knock IMAC... I did that for years and then tried it and realized how hard it really was and then got addicted. Never thought it would happen! As far as the hearsay ordeal.. well I think it's still useful to a point. I have a buddy with a 2.6 Comp-ARF in the fantasy scheme.. I tried forever to tell him there were more things to life than being light and a 100 would be a better answer. Needless to say the plane got about 8 flights all summer because you couldn't tune the thump out of it and the plane vibrated to death. Shame to have that kind of money tied up in a plane and not happy with it. Other than that we have 2 other 85s at our field and they are the same way. I hear (hearsay) after a bunch of time on them they start to smooth out. Personally I like my twin :D Now throw the ZDZ 80 RVJ in the mix and a pipe and then life changes.. they are pretty darn smooth... [/quote] ..................
Posted on: 10/26/2009 8:40 PM by Author "kochj" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: DA-85 or DA-100
The H9 Sukhoi SU 26MM was designed around the 85cc engine and I had interest in both the engine class and the plane..... From what I had read, there is always varience... could have been the engine needles being off?? that caused the excess vibrations... Many had, in the end, placed a 100+ twin in the airframe after there plane had vibrated apart... Flipside, I read about the new topflite p-47 with a 95cc single in it w/o any issues at all..... It may have to do with all the extra balsa...It works great for soaking it all up.. Good luck with what even you choose.... I would like to hear your results (if you go with a 80+cc engine)
Posted on: 10/26/2009 8:29 PM by Author "kochj" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: DA-85 or DA-100
Please re-read.... I edited it...quite a bit...
Posted on: 10/26/2009 8:23 PM by Author "kochj" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: DA-85 or DA-100
[quote]ORIGINAL: latitude777 So ''tired old man'' experience or speculation? At this stage I've still not heard from an owner of a so called single cylinder ''thumper'' who has actually reported a damaged airframe from using a da-85. speculation regarding a redbull scheme sukhoi is all I've heard. Anyone??? [/quote] And now you ask why I repeat hearsay?! Hearsay is not necessarily wrong information... This is not court, nor is it the house judicial committee... Anyone may quote, or repeat what he/she reads here... The above wasn't my words, but I thought it was a riot, so I repeated it.......... T-O-M, is correct on his words of wisdom... Big thumpers have been around for quite some time.... Brand loyalty is always emotional and will play into the selection of these thumpers... I have had many dif. manf. and do not sware by one or the other... Always open to new Ideas... RIght now, I really like the MINTOR engines. Talk about a perl of a engine... I would one day, like to start up a magazine, and do a total engine shootout guide... Test all engines, in all classes, and sizes....and video and post results.... I think that many would be shocked at how many Great engines are availible to us all, and that there isn't only 1-brand that is better than all...[X(] Here is what I had read when I had done some initial reading about geting a 85cc http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_7846501/anchors_8097796/mpage_2/key_/anchor/tm.htm#8097796
Posted on: 10/26/2009 8:14 PM by Author "kochj" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: Great Planes Reactor GP/EP 3D ARF .46-.70
THe saito 81 was close out price of 220$ at horrizon.... Thought about getting one, but I will be eventually going to all gas in my planes, and this one is too small.... I have a magnum .91 4-banger if I want a 4-stroke in it... I can't get the throws needed for serious 3d with this plane anyway....so the .51 2-stroke piped does just fine...... ( I would have to cut off wood on the horrizontal stab to get 55-60deg throw) I will call in for those free gear, I bent the crap out of mine 2 months ago, and havn't flown it since... (too busy flying other planes and working)
Posted on: 10/24/2009 8:24 PM by Author "kochj" in the forum "3D Flying!"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9199294

RE: DA-85 or DA-100
post your experience with the engine... I know I woud like to know, as I will be purchasing a 75-85cc in the future I really like the Evolution engines. There enginering is amazing... I like thre feature, that attempts to stuff the cyl. with more air/fuel mix... as it gives more power... I know that they have a 80cc... good luck ...
Posted on: 10/24/2009 8:08 PM by Author "kochj" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: Easy Tiger F-8F Bearcat
Looks great....\ scale lines../? Looks great to me.. I would be very proud to have that plane in my hangar... Now where is that big Marader.
Posted on: 10/24/2009 12:21 PM by Author "kochj" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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