RE: NW TENN FLYERS
I do like the new decal! Looks better in the last couple pics while it's in the air then it does in the first! At least the weather has been nice up here. A little on the windy side, especially in the afternoon/evening, but sunny all week and the temp has been perfect. I am ready for a couple days at home tho aye.........
Posted on: 9/16/2012 3:00 AM by Author "pdm52956" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: NW TENN FLYERS
[quote]ORIGINAL: gboulton [quote]ORIGINAL: pdm52956 OK, so I take it you guys didn't go to Mac's place as I was lead to believe you would? Guess I didn't miss a good time then. [/quote] We're here now minus Frank.  Raining a bit at the moment but we got some flying in :) I'll have pics later when not on my phone :) [/quote] Well shoot..........guess I missed the fun
Posted on: 9/15/2012 2:36 PM by Author "pdm52956" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: NW TENN FLYERS
[quote]ORIGINAL: gboulton [quote]ORIGINAL: Nogyro Close enough if you fly with US. Just ignore the caps.  [/quote] Well, we WANTED to fly with you this weekend...  ;) [/quote] OK, so I take it you guys didn't go to Mac's place as I was lead to believe you would? Guess I didn't miss a good time then.
Posted on: 9/15/2012 11:25 AM by Author "pdm52956" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: 2 Cycle fuel mixture
I start with synthetic from day 1 at 32:1 and haven't had issues. Just about everyone I fly with does the same. Let the war begin............... As for the time that the gas will stay usable, I treat it like I do my mower or weed eater gas. Basically the same thing.
Posted on: 9/5/2012 6:20 PM by Author "pdm52956" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: Is there a radio that does not lose signal?
control line
Posted on: 8/12/2012 3:27 PM by Author "pdm52956" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: Reciever Questions
Guess my question would be why? What benefit is there to going "low budget" or cheap in things like the rx and/or servos? I value my investment more than that but then again, that's just me.
Posted on: 8/10/2012 12:24 PM by Author "pdm52956" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: Are we Geeks?
The word geek is a slang term for odd or non-mainstream people, with different connotations ranging from "a computer expert or enthusiast" to "a person heavily interested in a hobby" This is part of a longer explaination/definition of the word geek according to Wikipedia..............wear it proudly. [:D]
Posted on: 8/10/2012 12:16 PM by Author "pdm52956" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: First attempt at robart hinges FAILED, now what??
Were your hinges mounted into a hinge block or just into a balsa trailing edge stick? If they weren't glued into a block behind the trailing edge, they will pull loose. Using CA hinges, the CA wicks into the balsa and the hinges don't come loose and that isn't the case with robart hinges. The Robart hinge needs something more to glue to.
Posted on: 8/2/2012 8:35 AM by Author "pdm52956" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: I'm not allowed to fly for 2 days
[quote]ORIGINAL: scale only 4 me [quote]ORIGINAL: chuckk2 That's due to AF 1 in the areas. [/quote] He's doing a bus tour [/quote] He's flying to meet the bus. Much more comfortable that way and as long as it's my money, who cares right..............
Posted on: 7/5/2012 4:39 PM by Author "pdm52956" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: Best source for JR servos?
[quote]ORIGINAL: gaRCfield I got some from Chief Aircraft - they had the 8411 for $100, and once I put that and two 9411's in my cart, shipping was free. [/quote] Good servo but since I've been using the Spektrum A6030, I've been really happy with them. Pretty much the same specs but the price is about 20 - 30 bucks less per servo. Might consider checking a couple out the next time you're in the market.
Posted on: 7/3/2012 4:36 PM by Author "pdm52956" in the forum "JR Radio & Spektrum Radios"
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RE: Throttle servo
Leave the spring on.
Posted on: 6/17/2012 7:35 AM by Author "pdm52956" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: 20cc gas engine ARF
This is one killer flying plane with a DLE 20 http://www.aero-works.net/store/detail.aspx?ID=336
Posted on: 6/12/2012 11:11 AM by Author "pdm52956" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: WARNING - HD Servos are Crap...
[quote]ORIGINAL: splais Well i have a bunch of Hitec 5945's that are around 5 yrs old, been in several planes and still going strong. Probably best servo ever made. [/quote] Yup, I like the 5945 too. I also found that I'm having real good luck with the Spektrum A6030 but for the money, the 5945 is a pretty good servo in my opinion.
Posted on: 5/28/2012 10:43 AM by Author "pdm52956" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: WARNING - HD Servos are Crap...
Don't blame you. Just about lost a 50cc Edge on it's 12th flight using the 9150s. Pulled them and will never look back. Oh, by the way, if anyone wants any I still have some. Can't seem to get rid of them!
Posted on: 5/27/2012 6:15 AM by Author "pdm52956" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: Spectrum receivers
Personally, I think there's a reason they are made orange. In aviation, they call the FDR and CVR a "black box" but in reality they are painted orange so they are easier to see and find in the event of a crash. Coincidence? Hummmm.........
Posted on: 5/17/2012 10:45 AM by Author "pdm52956" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: Can you easily paint a prop?
You can but out of curiousity, with all the black props available, why? Just asking............
Posted on: 5/10/2012 2:20 PM by Author "pdm52956" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: Paint Ball
Good job John. Our club has done something similar at our fun fly and it is nothing short of a blast. Glad it worked out well and perhaps even generated some interest in the hobby amoung those that might otherwise not think about it.
Posted on: 5/10/2012 2:14 PM by Author "pdm52956" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: loosing signal
[quote]ORIGINAL: HoundDog [quote]ORIGINAL: mike hundley I have had problems with my DX-8 . Using the cheap orange rec. and went back to my D6 and haven't lost a signal in a year . Something with the DX-8 that spectrum need to look into. They owe me a couple of planes . LOTS OF LUCK [/quote]<span style=''font-family: Comic Sans MS;''><span style=''font-size: medium;''><span style=''color: rgb(128, 0, 0);''>Why in the world would they owe you anything. They can't be responsible for something stupid like when you are using cheap off brand receivers ... that's like telling Ford they owe you for the accedent you caused because you put cheap aftermarket brakes on your Ford ... Get Real [/quote] When it comes to these type threads, I usually don't read your nonsense but in this case, I have to agree with you. Not at all what I would have expected from you. Then again, you made up for it with your other post. Congrats. You've come a long way.
Posted on: 5/6/2012 4:06 PM by Author "pdm52956" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: loosing signal
What kind of battery are you using at the rx and what is the voltage when this "signal loss" occurs? Have you checked it with a volt meter that puts a load on the battery? Also, there have been numerous reports of issue with the AR500. I don't believe they even make it anymore but I could be mistaken. I've also heard of issues with the AR600. If it were me, I'd loose them to begin with.
Posted on: 5/4/2012 11:31 AM by Author "pdm52956" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: Hobby king customer service
another one............when will the madness end
Posted on: 5/3/2012 4:39 PM by Author "pdm52956" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: DLE 30cc Choke Operation
[quote]ORIGINAL: karolh Since this is your first gas engine I would suggest you ask someone more experienced with them to take you safely through the normal starting technique, so as to aquaint you with how the engine behaves. Karol [/quote] That's a BIG +1. Simple pieces of equipment really but at the same time, they bite a finger off in a heartbeat if you're not careful.
Posted on: 4/30/2012 7:26 AM by Author "pdm52956" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: Art-Tech Minimoa prop
This website is in UK, but according to it, the plane uses as 9 x 5 prop.............. http://www.centuryuk.com/Spares/Aeroplane-Spares/MiniMoa/9418-/Art-Tech-Mini-Moa-Propeller-Set-(9x5) If you google art tech minimoa prop, there are other sites you can look at.
Posted on: 4/29/2012 7:47 AM by Author "pdm52956" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: Exhaust deflector for OS .61
Tower has them. If you have an lhs you use, they should have them also. http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/WTI0001P?I=LXD636&P=8
Posted on: 4/28/2012 7:15 AM by Author "pdm52956" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: Spektrum AR8000 useless without satellite
[quote]ORIGINAL: HoundDog [/quote]<span style=''font-size: medium;''><span style=''color: rgb(128, 0, 0);''> <span style=''font-family: Comic Sans MS;''>Futaba costs what it does because it doesn't loose bind and contact like Spectrum does.  Just count the number of Loss of radio control for the different radio systems and Spectrum/JR has way more than it's share. [/quote]
Posted on: 4/26/2012 4:22 PM by Author "pdm52956" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: It's been a long, fun adventure...
Well now, I guess I'm kind of the reverse in some ways and similar in others. I'm on the verge of 56, done the Harley thing with the wife (and haven't given up hope of having another [:D]), empty nest as well although the wife would love for one of the two kids to present her with grand kids (they would end up spending more time here than at their parents), and I would LOVE to get the wife into flying but she has absolutely NO interest (perhaps since I'm in aviation as a career she is tired of hearing it [:D]). Did my parents declining health but still have my wife's mother to go and I can assure anyone that cares that I'll be flying/building until I die now. My father was a teacher and although I have no clue how the family made it on his income, he probably wouldn't have been happy doing anything else. I wish you and your wife good times along your way to Alaska. My wife was born up there and I would dearly love to visit some day. I have a good friend that lives up there and has offered a place to stay any time we choose. We'll get there but like you, it will be in the summer. I find that the older I get, the less I like the cold! Paul
Posted on: 4/25/2012 1:58 PM by Author "pdm52956" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: Spektrum AR8000 useless without satellite
Not sure either party bares all responsibility. Lack of a satellite wasn't mentioned by the seller..........and the question wasn't asked by the buyer. Not saying the seller wasn't pulling a quickie, but if the buyer suggests he didn't ask because he just started using Spektrum and didn't know, isn't it the same as the seller not mentioning it because that's all he might use and expected that everyone knew that? Just my humble opinion here but if you point a finger at someone, remember there are three others pointing back at you! Both are wrong. Ignorance is no excuse. Fire away...........
Posted on: 4/25/2012 1:22 PM by Author "pdm52956" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: It's been a long, fun adventure...
Awesome Trent. Sounds like you've had a great time living. I hope you continue to have good fortune along the way. Paul
Posted on: 4/25/2012 1:10 PM by Author "pdm52956" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: Gas engine forum
Perhaps everyone is flying?
Posted on: 4/23/2012 2:56 PM by Author "pdm52956" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: DX6i Problem
I'm going to ask what sounds to be a really stupid question, but only because I've been there done that. You did have the correct model selected right? Don't go nuts on me here. Just asking.
Posted on: 4/23/2012 2:48 PM by Author "pdm52956" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: Lost a plane today
I have not sat and read all of this but it is from the Spektrum website. I don't have the need to read it all because I don't use, nor plan to use, 4.8 volts for any of my rx requirements. The little bit of extra cost for a 6 + volt battery isn't worth it not to. Does it say that when using a Spektrum rx you must use something more than 4.8? No, but if you read between the lines, it does say that you'd be better off if you did. http://www.spektrumrc.com/Articles/Article.aspx?ArticleID=1683 Your mileage may vary..............
Posted on: 4/23/2012 10:48 AM by Author "pdm52956" in the forum "JR Radio & Spektrum Radios"
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