RE: MACK Model Products Gearbox
Mine worked ok, but was a bit noisy. I took it out, not using it. If interested in it send a PM.
Posted on: 10/19/2009 11:32 AM by Author "mrbassman" in the forum "RC Scale Boating"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9185147

RE: Stolen Stuff
[quote]ORIGINAL: ibyte69 Good to hear he got is stuff back. Was thir damage to anything?? [sm=punching.gif] I was at Mission Bay park here in San Diego at the boat pond and i was charging my batts on the car long story short some tweaker stole my Thunder Power 610c charger(brand new) and my reedy 5000 lipo a 250.00 set up gone. Horrible day. Again happy he recovered his stuff what a horrible begining to this story that was quite a loss if he didnt get his stuff back. People (thives) are the worst of them all. [/quote] ibyte69....I run with the scale guys on Saturday mornings, I'll keep an eye out for your stuff. Send me your phone number in a PM so I can call you if anything happens. Let the sailboat guys know also, the more eyes the better. Can't tell from your post, but did it happen recently? Ken
Posted on: 10/19/2009 11:28 AM by Author "mrbassman" in the forum "RC Boats General Discussion"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9185138

RE: Come and visit me
One of the VERY rare times I wished I still lived in the northeast. Woods Hole and Mystic Seaport were my favorite places. Have fun.
Posted on: 4/6/2009 10:14 AM by Author "mrbassman" in the forum "RC Boats General Discussion"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8653824

RE: How can this be balanced?
If the Top Flite balancer is the one that suspends the rod between two magnets, then you won't be able to balance it with that. What you will need is the balancer made by Du-Bro, thread the prop onto the prop shaft, then set up the Du-Bro balancer like you were balancing a very large prop. The instructions will explain how. The Du-Bro balancer is what I use for the large 27" airplane props, it works great. Hope this helps.
Posted on: 2/20/2009 8:10 AM by Author "mrbassman" in the forum "RC Boats General Discussion"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8497538

RE: "Miss Chloe" by Pat Tritle
http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=989065 Hopefully this will help.
Posted on: 1/31/2009 10:37 AM by Author "mrbassman" in the forum "RC Scale Boating"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8422527

RE: Scale Boat Lighting Help
Tom, do you run at the boat pond in Mission Bay? I have a Midwest Seguin that is very similar the the Brooklyn, I'll show you how I did the lights and smoker unit. Ken
Posted on: 1/28/2009 6:26 AM by Author "mrbassman" in the forum "RC Scale Boating"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8410837

RE: i would love to see your boat
Just added the Harbor Models smoke generator.... still working on the lights and need to add some figures. Ken
Posted on: 1/26/2009 9:09 AM by Author "mrbassman" in the forum "RC Scale Boating"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8402563

RE: i would love to see your boat
Midwest Seguin, currently undergoing an overhaul....
Posted on: 1/20/2009 8:20 AM by Author "mrbassman" in the forum "RC Scale Boating"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8379244

RE: i need to buy a submarine can u help me plz
[quote]ORIGINAL: Traxxas4fun i have a question about subs lol. How far down do they go, and how do you see were they are going? [/quote] From what I managed to learn, if you're in a pond or lake, the sub will be out of sight after diving about 2 to 2 1/2 feet, so I don't know why you would want to go deeper than that. If you're in a swimming pool, I think the chlorine in the water will effect radio range, so you won't be able to go all that deep and still have control. As far as radio systems, the one radio you CANNOT use is 2.4 ghz, the signal does not penetrate water at all. Maybe more experienced sub guys can help you out more.
Posted on: 12/19/2008 8:19 AM by Author "mrbassman" in the forum "RC Boats General Discussion"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8260895

RE: Name that Boat!!
Might be better off posting that in the nitro or gas boat speed forums.
Posted on: 11/30/2008 8:11 PM by Author "mrbassman" in the forum "RC Boats General Discussion"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8199386

Dumas Subs
Hello, Dumas makes two subs, the Akula and the Bluefish. I'm trying to do research and see what people think of these two subs. Are they worth the money? Do they have any problems that make people shy away from them? I run sailboats and powered scale boats, but lately subs have been interesting and I'm thinking at trying my hand at one. Any feedback would be appreciated. Thanks Ken
Posted on: 11/12/2008 11:57 AM by Author "mrbassman" in the forum "RC Submarines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8140009

RE: Aurora 60 Plans?
Raindave - Are those plans still available? I would appreciate a copy for personal use only. Thank You. mrbassman@cox.net
Posted on: 10/23/2008 9:06 AM by Author "mrbassman" in the forum "Classic RC Pattern Flying"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8076910

RE: Percisioncutkits Buyer Beware
[quote]ORIGINAL: Stickbuilder [quote]ORIGINAL: mrbassman I think Hotdog2 is wrong. Do your research before you buy something. I will say that I bought one kit from PCK and I'll never buy another one. Quality was terrible. You only get one chance to make a first impression and they blew it. [/quote] Please expand on your post. What was wrong with the kit that you received? That has not been
Posted on: 10/5/2008 9:47 AM by Author "mrbassman" in the forum "Kit Building"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8020240

RE: Percisioncutkits Buyer Beware
I think Hotdog2 is wrong. Do your research before you buy something. I will say that I bought one kit from PCK and I'll never buy another one. Quality was terrible. You only get one chance to make a first impression and they blew it.
Posted on: 10/4/2008 11:21 PM by Author "mrbassman" in the forum "Kit Building"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8019432

RE: What can I get for $1000 range
Dwight, just sent you an e-mail
Posted on: 9/29/2008 10:19 AM by Author "mrbassman" in the forum "Classic RC Pattern Flying"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8001564

RE: USS Missouri Build
Dave - plans forwarded. Ken, thank you again for the plans. Ken
Posted on: 9/25/2008 9:35 AM by Author "mrbassman" in the forum "RC Boats General Discussion"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7989104

RE: USS Missouri Build
Half of 192 is 96. I wonder if that was coincidence or intentional on Sterlings part. Blow them up twice the size and we have it.
Posted on: 9/24/2008 10:38 AM by Author "mrbassman" in the forum "RC Boats General Discussion"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7985920

RE: USS Missouri Build
Deathwise - I saved those plans and would like to print them out, but I'm not sure what the proper size would be. There's nothing I can get a baseline off of. If anyone can help I would appreciate it. Also, what is the scale of the Sterling Missouri? I would like to print those out so the model would be 1/96. Scratchbuild project possibly in my future.... Thanks, Ken
Posted on: 9/23/2008 12:30 PM by Author "mrbassman" in the forum "RC Boats General Discussion"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7983035

RE: Seagull's "Dual Ace"
For what it's worth.......I'm using Evolution 46's, Graupner 10-7 3 blades, 15% nitro and I'm airborne in about 125 feet flying off of pavement. Ken
Posted on: 9/19/2008 12:30 PM by Author "mrbassman" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7970085

RE: Seagull's "Dual Ace"
I use velcro strips about 1/2 inch wide. You can find them in Home Depot or Lowes. Wrap it around the wooden frame and the nacelle still fits. Holds the tank in place and makes maintenance real easy.
Posted on: 9/4/2008 10:54 AM by Author "mrbassman" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7919150

RE: 2.4 Ghz and boats
If it flies or floats I use 2.4 with no problems at all. I heard that you shouldn't use 2.4 in a submarine, that will have signal problems when submerged.
Posted on: 9/2/2008 11:31 AM by Author "mrbassman" in the forum "RC Scale Boating"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7911692

RE: Show Off Your Ride!!!
I used to live in Milford, just south of the Wal-mart on 209. I don't miss going over the mountain on 84 east in the wintertime. Haven't seen snow in 6 years and I don't miss it. I feel for you...... Ken
Posted on: 9/2/2008 11:16 AM by Author "mrbassman" in the forum "Off Topic Forum - Boats"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7911649

RE: Show Off Your Ride!!!
Here's mine.....not bad for a 10 year old bike. 1998 with 4600 miles on it.
Posted on: 8/22/2008 8:36 AM by Author "mrbassman" in the forum "Off Topic Forum - Boats"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7873257

RE: Top Flite DC-3 or any person who has a twin and take off issues.
Are both engines coming up to speed evenly? You could have the left engine bogging down a bit and the right engine will want to push it left because it's revving up quicker. The fact that it's a tail dragger could have something to do with it, but I have a tricycle gear twin that did the same thing until the engines were balanced out
Posted on: 8/9/2008 10:03 PM by Author "mrbassman" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7828232

RE: Speed controller / drive motor noise
Hey Captain Bill, who sells the Astro Flite Model 208D? Very soon I'll be in the market for a speed control and that one seems to be a good candidate based on your evaluation. Also, what kind of tug is it and what motor are you using? (just doing a little research). Thanks Ken
Posted on: 7/30/2008 9:36 AM by Author "mrbassman" in the forum "RC Scale Boating"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7788106

RE: Battery capacity question
I don't think it would make a difference. It's kind of like asking if two 5lb weights would weigh more than a single 10lb weight. Having two batteries would give you better weight distribution as opposed to one.
Posted on: 7/29/2008 8:05 AM by Author "mrbassman" in the forum "RC Scale Boating"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7783720

RE: 8 y.o. Coping with loss of boat
I still feel you did the right thing by NOT going out to get it. What if the water wasn't 2' deep but a lot more? Sorry for your loss and for your daughter being upset, but the boat can always be replaced.
Posted on: 7/1/2008 10:42 AM by Author "mrbassman" in the forum "RC Boats General Discussion"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7681600

RE: Checking 4.8v 2000ma reciever battery
You need a voltmeter that can also put the battery under a load. Hanger 9 makes a tester for that.
Posted on: 6/27/2008 11:10 PM by Author "mrbassman" in the forum "RC Scale Boating"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7669681

RE: AR6000 Rx for a 1M?
I think you'll be fine. I use a 6200 only because I can put it in a plane if I want to. Happy boating... Ken
Posted on: 6/12/2008 11:19 AM by Author "mrbassman" in the forum "RC Sailboats"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7610863

RE: Seagull's "Dual Ace"
[quote]ORIGINAL: Pilot P51 I am running the Graupner 10 x7 3 blades on my OS 46's getting about 13,000 rpms the last time I checked it. I am also running 30% fuel. I have well over 100 flights on these engines with no problems. It is like a rocket on full throttle. Most of the time I fly it at half throttle. Walt [/quote] Same here, but I'm turning around 10.5 on 15% fuel. I also run them a bit on the rich side. Most of the time I fly at a little less than 1/2 throttle, with the 10oz tanks, I can get about 16 minutes per flight. Ken
Posted on: 6/12/2008 6:11 AM by Author "mrbassman" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7610172