RE: Bigmig
Well that news of Bigmig makes me feel beter. I was begining to worry. Was wondering about those Stuarts also. Thanks...Papadave
Posted on: 7/18/2008 10:14 AM by Author "papadave" in the forum "War Room"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7744664

Bigmig
Anyone here know how come Bigmig is being so quiet? Haven't heard a peep for some time now. Papadave
Posted on: 7/18/2008 1:09 AM by Author "papadave" in the forum "War Room"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7743740

RE: Mato does good! :)
Hey! Thanks for your fast reply. For some reason, can't get into the cart and check out and it won't recognize my password. I will have to figure that out. Thanks again...Papadave
Posted on: 6/11/2008 10:38 AM by Author "papadave" in the forum "RC Tanks"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7606946

RE: Mato does good! :)
Glad to hear good stuff about Mato. Thinking of ordering from them. Can you tell me what you had to pay for postage to get it to you? Thanks in advance! [sm=thumbs_up.gif]
Posted on: 6/11/2008 1:15 AM by Author "papadave" in the forum "RC Tanks"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7605865

RE: Hobby Summit 1/16 Abrams
Hey BIGMIG! I thought that too, but doctor bills come first. [sm=drowning.gif] Gonna be soon tho! Still plan on making it out there and check out the Stuart family. Later...Papadave
Posted on: 3/24/2008 7:44 PM by Author "papadave" in the forum "RC Tanks"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7276715

RE: Hobby Summit 1/16 Abrams
Thanks again The Stuff! So where do you get a super version besides Mato?
Posted on: 3/24/2008 3:09 PM by Author "papadave" in the forum "RC Tanks"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7275358

RE: Hobby Summit 1/16 Abrams
Thanks for the reply The Stuff. That's pretty much what I had figured about it being a toy, it is an HE, one of those cases where it almost seemed to good to be true. I am sure now that the first tank for me will be the HL Tiger 1 S&S. [sm=thumbs_up.gif] Later....Papadave
Posted on: 3/24/2008 11:34 AM by Author "papadave" in the forum "RC Tanks"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7274267

Hobby Summit 1/16 Abrams
Still shopping around for a first tank, came across a 1/16 Abrams from Hobby Summit. Anyone have one? Info? Thanks...Papadave[sm=71_71.gif]
Posted on: 3/24/2008 12:42 AM by Author "papadave" in the forum "RC Tanks"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7272886

RE: Just bought used 1/6 M5 Stuart Tank-
Hey BIGMIG! Wow! You're gonna have to separate those Stuarts the way they are multiplying! Still plan on getting out there, but fighting the flu this week, you wouldn't want me there. Congrats on the new additions...Later...Papadave [sm=thumbs_up.gif]
Posted on: 3/5/2008 12:53 AM by Author "papadave" in the forum "War Room"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7177292

RE: leftover parts
Mainly concerned about replacement tracks and anything that may wear down or out with use. Don't mind fixing things, just want to be sure I can get the stuff to fix it with. Just any 1/16 scale goodies. Weapons, men, sandbags, fuel cans, ammo boxes, blonds and redheads! [sm=wink_smile.gif][sm=thumbs_up.gif]
Posted on: 2/21/2008 6:08 PM by Author "papadave" in the forum "War Room"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7114726

RE: Just bought used 1/6 M5 Stuart Tank-
Whoo-Hooo! Glad to hear it all went well for you. Looking forward to playing with it! Maybe in the next several days I'll show up and check it out. [sm=thumbs_up.gif] I'lll give you a call first. Later...Papadave[sm=regular_smile.gif]
Posted on: 2/21/2008 4:43 PM by Author "papadave" in the forum "War Room"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7114248

RE: Just bought used 1/6 M5 Stuart Tank-
Hey BIGMIG! Congrats on the Stuart! I remember years and years ago in the war type comic books I was reading, a continuing story about a Stuart in WW2 France. It was haunted by none other than General Stuart himself ! I do get to play with it...right?[sm=red_smile.gif]
Posted on: 2/21/2008 12:49 AM by Author "papadave" in the forum "War Room"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7111212

RE: leftover parts
Hey BIGMIG! Thanks for the info visit Monday. Muchly enjoyed! Trying to get my brother-in-law into tanks so I have someone back home to play with. He was concerned about replaceing tracks, having experience in finding NO tracks for his 1/30 Sherman. Can HL 1/16 plastic tracks be replaced? We were also wondering about 1/16 scale goodies. Like soldiers, guns, gas cans...stuff you can put on a tank to look a little more real. Seems there must be a stateside site we can use and avoid shipping charges from different countries. Hmmmm.... [sm=72_72.gif]
Posted on: 2/20/2008 2:05 PM by Author "papadave" in the forum "War Room"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7107542

RE: leftover parts
Just getting started, just where exactly does a person find HL parts online? I must be looking in the wrong places. [>:]
Posted on: 2/20/2008 9:26 AM by Author "papadave" in the forum "War Room"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7106312

RE: Help me choose an online tank source
Thanks for your responses. I have checked Raidentech, and a bunch of others, now I think I have too much info, can't keep them sorted out in my mind! [sm=spinnyeyes.gif] I was wondering if anyone has experience with Mato. Seems a bit more expensive, but is the metal motor worth the extra? Do they come with metal gears also? BIGMIG - I shot you a private message. Papadave
Posted on: 2/12/2008 3:50 AM by Author "papadave" in the forum "RC Tanks"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7062421

Help me choose an online tank source
Wanna be new-be. Got bit by the bug, now don't know where to get a reasonable deal. Decided on 1/16 scale, probably German, sound, recoil, able to fire rubber bullets, etc...etc...Any recomendations on a source that would make this hobby enjoyable to me? Keep in mind I am retired, which translates to nearly broke. Customer support is important also. Tanks-Alot...
Posted on: 2/11/2008 8:50 PM by Author "papadave" in the forum "RC Tanks"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7060919

RE: PZ's next warbird?
How about something World War oneish? Fixed landing gear would look scale. I'd like to see Fokker D-7, Albatros, triplane...the list goes on and on! [:D]
Posted on: 2/9/2008 2:40 AM by Author "papadave" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7047239

RE: intel video card/driver upgrade for g3?
Kevin....I sent you a private message...Thanks...Papadave
Posted on: 1/12/2008 4:08 PM by Author "papadave" in the forum "RC Flight Simulator Software"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6895994

RE: intel video card/driver upgrade for g3?
Thanks for responses. I did a search and found info on available drivers that can be downloaded, but I don't know which is newer than mine, or older. What I have is 82810E Graphics controler version 4.12.0001.2641. 'Puter is a HP Pavilion, windows me, I know I have to beef up the ram to 256 at least, it has 128mb, can that be done at home and how? Also, simulator is a G3.5. Keep answers in 'Puters for dummies form, you are dealing with someone more familiar with 8-tracks and b/w televisions. Thanks
Posted on: 1/12/2008 2:11 AM by Author "papadave" in the forum "RC Flight Simulator Software"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6893821

intel video card/driver upgrade for g3?
Where do I have to go to upgrade an intel video card driver? Anyone know the web site to upgrade from? [8|]
Posted on: 1/11/2008 9:47 PM by Author "papadave" in the forum "RC Flight Simulator Software"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6892764

RE: global raven kit
Check out Craig's list for Portland, oregon, listed under general. Someone had one there Nov. 20, I just checked..it's still there. Good Luck...
Posted on: 11/26/2007 12:27 AM by Author "papadave" in the forum "Kit Building"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6674078

RE: Detailing decals where to buy? for P51
Check out Sig web site. I picked up some aircraft lettering decals like no stand, push here, fuel...etc..etc.
Posted on: 9/18/2007 8:53 PM by Author "papadave" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6385558

RE: ParkZone Lipo Charger only gives error message
Your charger will give 3 beeps when plugged into the power supply.(cigarette lighter) Green ready LED (ready) will flash. Make sure your switch is pointed to 3 cell. Plug in the charge lead . Once plugged in, it will beep 3 times. 2 beeps if your are charging a 2 cell. Push the start button, more beeps, and the red (charge) LED will begin to flash. Now at times the greed LED may flash during the charging process, that means the charger is balancing one or more of the cells at the same time it is charging the battery pack. This means that at times both red and green will be flashing at the same time. When charging is finished, another beep, and the green LED will be solid. If you have the instruction manual, look on page 3. Good luck...
Posted on: 9/1/2007 9:23 PM by Author "papadave" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6316177

tf 1/7 p-51 wing and engine
I recently picked up a crashed P-51 and would feel better if I could just rebuild the wing rather than trust my fixing ability. Is there a wing kit available for the 1/7 scale mustang? Also, would an older OS 60 fp 2-stroke have enuff gutts to fly this plane safely? Thanks
Posted on: 8/21/2007 11:05 PM by Author "papadave" in the forum "Great Planes, TopFlite, Duraplane, US Aircore"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6270248

RE: Where to buy WW1 warbirds?
Check out Hobby Hangar. They have an SE-5 plus a Fokker D-7 in 40 size.
Posted on: 8/7/2007 2:56 PM by Author "papadave" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6208084

RE: thunderpower lipo and Parkzone charger
Hey, Kinda glad to hear someone else has the same problem. I am new to electric flight, and I do confuse easley. Old dog, new tricks....I would think that this can be solved just like useing different brand radios and their connecters. Someone must have connecters that you can hook to different brands, or micro surgery. There just has to be a way.....short of buying a new and second charger![sm=72_72.gif]
Posted on: 7/12/2007 12:41 AM by Author "papadave" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6100922

thunderpower lipo and Parkzone charger
Help please! I have a Stryker C, with the lipo and Parkzone lipo charger. I recently bought a Thunderpower 3 cell 2100 thinking to use it for a back-up for extra flying time between charges. I have been told by customer support from Parkzone that this can't be charged with the Stryker charger. That is not what the LHS told me, and now they are out of business and un-reachable. Is there any way I can get around this and use the Stryker charger on the Thunderpower battery. I hate to think I just blew all those hard earned bucks on a paper-weight! Thanks in advance.
Posted on: 7/11/2007 12:43 PM by Author "papadave" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6098024

RE: Airstrike
Hey...Seems like a good deal on the surface, but my eyebrows went up when I read the Airtronics radio is 27 Mhz. Should be 72Mhz. Could be just a typo, or a cheaper model getting in under the radar.
Posted on: 3/19/2007 3:51 PM by Author "papadave" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=5585169

RE: Need Great Planes PT 19 .40 size ARF info.
Just wondering....I don't recall a GP PT-19. Is it possible you have a Global PT-19 ARF?
Posted on: 3/16/2007 10:00 AM by Author "papadave" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=5569523

RE: disappointing hobby shop trip
I think alot of the problem with lack of good hobby shops is the internet! Everyone is so eager to save a buck they buy from low overhead sources, and leave the Mom and Pop stores of yesterday in a constant strugle just to pay rent, earn a living, and keep the store supplied for people that expect everything under the sun. and at bargain prices. Next to impossible anymore. It's hard to keep a store properly supplied, inventory costs money, fewer customers means smaller choices. Get used to it, a sign of the times.
Posted on: 2/24/2007 2:30 AM by Author "papadave" in the forum "Kit Building"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=5466410