RE: 4 stroke boat and nos
Several years ago I tried a Saito FA.40a in a boat project. I found some small flywheels and octura Kool Klamps on an auction site and retro fitted them for use. I installed 2 cooling clamps around the head. I took 2 small car flywheels and back filled them with molten lead to make them heavier. It took alot of weight to keep the engine running. The boat I built for it was 33 inches long and weighed 5 pounds. Not the best design for handling but it showed that it could be done. Here is and old video of me trying to dial it in. Good luck! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hRU6LGsvuz8
Posted on: 9/13/2010 9:32 AM by Author "oceansfiftyseven" in the forum "Speed - RC Nitro Boats"
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RE: 10x5 prop direct with a 3700kv inrunner?
E-flightline.com sells the metal Cobri gearboxes. http://e-flightline.com/
Posted on: 6/26/2010 9:36 AM by Author "oceansfiftyseven" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: rx
I use Hitec "POSITIVE" shift receivers with my Airtronics and JR radios. Particularly the Electron 6. It is light, dual conversion, reliable and inexpensive. Good luck.
Posted on: 6/23/2010 8:50 AM by Author "oceansfiftyseven" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: 10x5 prop direct with a 3700kv inrunner?
Negative. Your motor will let out the smoke on 3s. Try a 6x4 prop or get an 1100 kv motor.
Posted on: 6/23/2010 8:45 AM by Author "oceansfiftyseven" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: Saito FA-40a
After a couple years of ocasional use with the MAS 9x7 3-blade prop. I finally decided it needed a little bit more load. So I cut down a 10x7 3-blade to 9.5x7 and balanced it. I backed of the needle 3 clicks and started the engine. Tach said: 10260. I had to lower the idle speed as it fared better with the heavier prop. Anyway, I did not peak the engine since it sounded so good where it was at. Take off was shorter, climb was better and the top speed seemed better. If you like 3-blade props, this one is worth trying!
Posted on: 6/21/2010 9:11 AM by Author "oceansfiftyseven" in the forum "Tachometer Readings"
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RE: Is anyone using Evolution Props?
I have used the 13x7 and the 12x6 in place of apc's. They are definetly a higher load than the apc's lugging down my engines. I would recommend propping down or sticking with the apc props. I have chosen the latter.
Posted on: 10/14/2009 9:10 AM by Author "oceansfiftyseven" in the forum "Glow Engines"
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RE: Ever tried a EDF boat
The boat had too much torque. Starting the motor would cause the boat to roll dangerously. I did not have the guts to run it wide open. Very fast. I used a 90mm Wemotec Midifan with a Mega 22/30/2 motor on 5S 3700 lipos. About 800 watts. When coming into the dock I was moving too fast and tried to turn. It spun around backwards and smashed the rudders off against another boat. It was very cool. When I do it again, (I have built another, it is a 24" tunnel hull), I will use a smaller fan with less power. I am hoping the tunnel hull will be more controllable. Less spinning out.
Posted on: 10/6/2009 9:20 AM by Author "oceansfiftyseven" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
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RE: Ever tried a EDF boat
785boats, I had it on the water once. It was easier to control but never got her up to speed. Too much power in too small of a boat. It was only 22" long. I love the emergency stop/back-up in the first video by the way.
Posted on: 9/26/2009 7:29 PM by Author "oceansfiftyseven" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
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RE: Ever tried a EDF boat
Here is my attempt at a little airboat. The first half is with a TT .15 but the second half is with a Midifan and a mega motor. It was all but impossible to point this thing in a straight line. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jn4ILCr9_fs
Posted on: 9/26/2009 12:06 AM by Author "oceansfiftyseven" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
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RE: RETRACT QUESTION ....
These have a very bad reputation. I bought the 46 size and the controller literaly started smoking the first time I tested them. There are a few threads on rcgroups.com about these. Worth looking up if your are considering buying these.
Posted on: 9/10/2009 9:27 AM by Author "oceansfiftyseven" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: Discontinued .25 FX?
So the new version is 20% heavier and 50% more expensive. Ouch!
Posted on: 8/15/2009 7:24 PM by Author "oceansfiftyseven" in the forum "RC Combat"
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RE: GP F4U Corsair .40
I too have built this plane and love it. I also had to add 8oz. of lead fishing weights to the cowling to balance her. Very smooth and stable (surprisingly). Mine has a little saito .56 which I think is perfect because I covered her in the insignia blue I think it is and it turns into a dark blob on me at any good distance. The .56 helps me keep her low and slow. Good luck with your build. Rich
Posted on: 8/1/2009 11:55 AM by Author "oceansfiftyseven" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Honey I blew up the 64mm Mirage!!!
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Posted on: 3/24/2009 9:35 PM by Author "oceansfiftyseven" in the forum "NitroModels Support"
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RE: Ferrite Beads or Rings
I use these as they are cheap. http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=AGNR1000 The hole is small so I have to remove the pins from the connector. Easy enough though.
Posted on: 2/14/2009 11:20 PM by Author "oceansfiftyseven" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: Ferrite Beads or Rings
Dick, I use ferrite rings also. I have found that they work better when I wrap the servo leads at least 3 to 5 times through the ring. I also locate the the rings on the wires as close to the receiver as possible. Rich
Posted on: 2/14/2009 9:18 AM by Author "oceansfiftyseven" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: Saiton Fa-82 prop
13x7 APC
Posted on: 2/9/2009 8:18 AM by Author "oceansfiftyseven" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: phoenix models yak 54
Dunahoo, Try an APC 13x7. The .82 will rev to about 10,000 and I am certain that prop and engine combo will give you unlimited vertical.
Posted on: 1/18/2009 1:33 PM by Author "oceansfiftyseven" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: Electric ARROW (Laddie M's)
Right on! Congratulations! Rich
Posted on: 12/18/2008 1:36 PM by Author "oceansfiftyseven" in the forum "Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD"
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RE: Wrong carbs on your engines
Jack, your the only one making rude comments on this thread. You've made your point. Many times already.
Posted on: 12/17/2008 1:49 PM by Author "oceansfiftyseven" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: Remove Persons Post Count
High post count is meaningless. Much like most posts are meaningless. Spend enough time here and you see the same people saying the same worthless or incorrect advice over and over again. RCU is an excellent resource for information. Just because someone post's it does not make it true or useful. Overall I have found RCU to be a much more freindly and informative site than some others and I appreciate it very much. But just because someone sits at there computer all day typing instead of building or flying does not mean they are any more knowledgable or experienced as the guy who just signed up. You don't get membership with RCU when you start the hobby. Blah, blah, blah, sorry for rambling. Rich
Posted on: 12/13/2008 10:34 AM by Author "oceansfiftyseven" in the forum "Suggestions"
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RE: A Sad day
balsausa.com
Posted on: 12/2/2008 10:28 PM by Author "oceansfiftyseven" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
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RE: Electric ARROW (Laddie M's)
Outstanding! Thanks for sharing. Rich
Posted on: 12/2/2008 10:23 PM by Author "oceansfiftyseven" in the forum "Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD"
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RE: Saito 82a help please
The threads are 7mm but the smooth part is 8mm.
Posted on: 11/15/2008 7:45 AM by Author "oceansfiftyseven" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: Saito .62a
If you can get the .62 cheaper than go for it. It is a great little engine.
Posted on: 11/12/2008 8:10 PM by Author "oceansfiftyseven" in the forum "Tachometer Readings"
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RE: A club isn't always available to a beginner
Thank god for free will.
Posted on: 11/12/2008 7:28 PM by Author "oceansfiftyseven" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: Latest jet- The Vortex 32
Any updates on your conversion? Thanks, Rich
Posted on: 10/10/2008 8:56 AM by Author "oceansfiftyseven" in the forum "NitroModels Support"
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RE: Latest jet- The Vortex 32
Any more progress Rube?
Posted on: 9/12/2008 7:52 PM by Author "oceansfiftyseven" in the forum "NitroModels Support"
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RE: saito .82 in sundowner
Check out the Saito thread in the engines forum There is alot of good info on how to break-in and tune that engine. Rich
Posted on: 9/7/2008 9:11 AM by Author "oceansfiftyseven" in the forum "Sport Flying"
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RE: Great Planes F4U Corsair 40
Mustang, Thanks! It can be hard to find a place to fly here in Seattle. That was an early morning dawn patrol at the UW campus.
Posted on: 8/20/2008 12:35 AM by Author "oceansfiftyseven" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: VQ Models Mig 3 Build
That is one fine looking aircraft! What is the overall weight ready to fly? Also, are those the stock retracts? If so, are they very good? Thanks, Rich.
Posted on: 8/19/2008 8:17 AM by Author "oceansfiftyseven" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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