RE: Leaf Blowers - brands?
[quote]ORIGINAL: Harley Condra That's the Suoer Sucker! See the following thread http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_8149697/mpage_1/key_/tm.htm Matt Carrol and I stole the idea from Dan Avilla back in 2004. Harley Condra BVM REP JetCat REP [/quote] Thats the thread I used when I built mine [:)]
Posted on: 8/21/2012 1:00 PM by Author "phjoker" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11201157

RE: Leaf Blowers - brands?
I use a Black and Decker 18 Volt as well. I have been getting away from the Blowers and using my bilge motor more. I think it cools it down faster then then blower and is a lot quieter. I can also hook up my batteries to discharge as well.
Posted on: 8/21/2012 12:25 PM by Author "phjoker" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11201116

RE: The new Tornado sport jet
[quote]ORIGINAL: YellowAircraft Gotta love the mods assigned to this forum.... [/quote] +1
Posted on: 8/10/2012 7:59 AM by Author "phjoker" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11188125

RE: Jet Central US Service Center
Thats Great to hear my Falcon will be due back shortly!!!!
Posted on: 8/8/2012 12:27 PM by Author "phjoker" in the forum "Jet Central Turbines - Artes Jet"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11185824

RE: C-ARF Ultra Flash build Thread + Video
[quote]ORIGINAL: gooseF22 Dang Smitty, that was simple and good.. DrV, most jets with a nose gear door pitch down with the gear.. try a 3-4% up elevator mix to the gear switch when the gear is down... I want to throw out a technique... I learned this watching aerobatic guys with 3-5 flight modes and talking with Dave Payne, and John Redmond at HH.... Set your trim up on flight modes.. all the mainline transmitters can do this.. then slave flight modes to your flap switch... You take off in mid flap - trim it right after takeoff... done.... put flaps up, gear up, and trim again....done... then put the gear and flaps down up high....trim for a slight decent a couple mins before landing...done... the aircraft is trimmed in one flight, unless you need to make a minor flap to elevator mix because you run out of trim... but if you got the takeoff setting right, land there.. With the DX18, you can keep any of them common tho, so I use separate aileron and elevator trims on flt modes 0,1,2 (flap up, mid, land), and common rudder trim, since it doesn't really change.. Best technique.. If you set up crow, then mix flap to FPN, or aux XX.. whatever gives you crow, and it comes in slowly and the plane never changes pitch.. I did this on my kingcat and elan, and had it on this one when it was flying... sure makes it less of a knuckle biter to get trimmed for landing.. FWIW.... :) [/quote] +1 Thats exactly what I do on all my planes. Absolutely Love the conditions in my radio (Futuba 12fga) Just makes it nicer all around!!!!!
Posted on: 8/3/2012 5:58 AM by Author "phjoker" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11179468

RE: k-80 needs new home
[quote]ORIGINAL: RCISFUN Pete, I'll be exploring the over powered version of the Flash as my Rabbit is out for it 25 hr service interval, so I decided to bolt in the Cheetah.... oh yea [:D] [/quote] Better be careful!!!!!! You be looking for a new airframe for the rabbit. HAHAHA
Posted on: 7/27/2012 9:00 AM by Author "phjoker" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11171263

RE: k-80 needs new home
[quote]ORIGINAL: RCISFUN A COMP ARF Flash[;)] Mine is the classic version (w/wing tip tanks) and I fly mine with a Jet Central Rabbit (19 Lbs) and it is plenty fast enough, the new Ultra Flash has considerably less drag so it will go even faster. I had the long nose Version of the Reaction ARF... it needs more power as it is has a lot of drag (i.e. Thick airfoil)! My buddies have the Boomerang Elan, it would fly fine, however more power is desirable as you had mentioned. [/quote] +1 on the Flash although mine has a rhino I have seen them fly great on the rabbit.
Posted on: 7/27/2012 8:15 AM by Author "phjoker" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11171205

RE: Fire extinguishers.
I have a 10 LB CO2 for startup fires and I also keep a small foam one with me at all times for the a crash/fuel fire. We had a turbine crash last year and we used up two 10Lb CO2 extinguishers and it did absolutely nothing to the fire. Someone came running out with a tiny foam one and One 3 second burst is all it took to put out the entire fire.
Posted on: 7/24/2012 6:26 AM by Author "phjoker" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11167100

RE: Making a one-off custom tank
I had this one saved http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_9161663/mpage_1/key_/tm.htm
Posted on: 7/14/2012 6:31 AM by Author "phjoker" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11154758

RE: Boomerang Builders/Owners; need some help
Sprint - Futuba 9156 all around - Futuba 3305 nose gear servo - Dubro Heavy duty servo arms - Futuba 6014HS RX - 2 X 2300mah A123's - Smart Fly Power Expander Pro ( but now I would use the orbit power jack ) - Smart Fly pin & flag switch ( but would now use Froemco Badger switch ) - Airpower EV 1u for Brakes - Airpower EV 2u for Gear - Boomerang Dubro 128oz tank - BVM Uat - Pro Link Landing Gear
Posted on: 7/4/2012 8:19 AM by Author "phjoker" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11142578

RE: Futaba Users, HELP please!
[quote]ORIGINAL: killerG S9156 is what I have being using on flaps/ailerons/elevators [/quote] +1 9156 and 9157
Posted on: 6/30/2012 8:02 PM by Author "phjoker" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11138159

RE: Lipo Fire in Garage
I agree with the venting. I think they should be vented. When you buy a lipo charging sack/bag they have 3 buttons on the top or a strip of velcro to close the bag. They are well vented. This is what I did with my charging ammo box. I drilled a 1/4" hole in the top and a larger one for the wires in the bottom.
Posted on: 6/27/2012 5:30 AM by Author "phjoker" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11133575

RE: Lipo Fire in Garage
[quote]ORIGINAL: PropsnWings those of you using the ammo boxes, where do you find these for sale at ? [/quote] You can try amazon, ebay, or a hunting fishing store. I have a Gander Mountain near me and they usually have them there. http://www.amazon.com/GI-50-Cal-Ammo-Box/dp/B000J4HXUC/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1340763770&sr=8-8&keywords=ammo+box http://www.amazon.com/Rothco-30-Caliber-Ammo-Boxes/dp/B00188C0JC/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1340763770&sr=8-7&keywords=ammo+box
Posted on: 6/26/2012 7:25 PM by Author "phjoker" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11133209

RE: Turbine oil - where to find.
http://oilstore.stores.yahoo.net/aerturoil.html
Posted on: 6/20/2012 10:12 AM by Author "phjoker" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11125298

RE: How do you roll? - Field support equipment
This is what I use at the field.you can find the parts here http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_427456_427456 then I just made the rest from some extra wood that I had laying around. It rolls right into my trailer (with out the plane on it of course) I have the smaller stuff (start up tank HDT, compressor, propane, ect ect in the milk carton. In the one picture you will see a smaller black box under the carrage for my Transmitter. There is also a deep cycle battery on their that is usually in the trailer but I needed one day so I just left it on the cart. This saves me a couple of trips back and forth when I go to the field. If I put together and take apart my planes by the trailer I only have to make one trip from the car to the flight line
Posted on: 6/20/2012 9:12 AM by Author "phjoker" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11125207

RE: Any Jet Pilots in the Binghamton New York area?
I'm 2 hours 16 min away if you can't find anyone closer. We have I believe 10 or more turbine pilots in our club, and if I am right 5 of us are CD holders. http://goo.gl/maps/2p34
Posted on: 6/17/2012 11:42 AM by Author "phjoker" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11121344

RE: Whats up with the JR obsession in RC Jets?
For my Comp Arf Flash. 1. throttle 2. Aileron 3. Aileron 4. Flap 5. Flap 6. Elevator 7. Elevator 8. Rudder 9. Nose Gear 10. Gear 11. Brakes 12. Smoke 13. Wing Tip Lights. I also have all Futuba servos in both my jets a flash and a boomer. The 8 fg is great radio and you will no problems flying a jet with it. I personally have the 12FG and I love it. Their are more mixes and conditions with the 12 and up radios then the 8 has. [:D][:D][:D]Heres a link to the Worlds Fastest RC Jet using Futuba servos http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_9445103/mpage_1/key_/tm.htm
Posted on: 6/6/2012 8:16 AM by Author "phjoker" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11108623

RE: Source for 12V pistol type air compressor
[quote]ORIGINAL: rcjetsaok Sears.... Craftsman, C-3 tool series... Do they have Sears over there ???.... Dumb question..., Thet barley have Sears here !! [:)] Order it online.. Look at that C-3 series of tools. They all use the same battery, NiCad and LiPo.. Great stuff. Danno [/quote] Same here.. Love mine. [image]http://catalog.sears.ca/wcsstore/MasterCatalog/images/catalog/Product_271/std_lang_all/79/_p/609_22579_P.jpg[/image]
Posted on: 6/3/2012 5:17 PM by Author "phjoker" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11105152

RE: Needed Ultra Flash Nose Gear door
Jack, All parts are packed and shipped. I just left the post office Package should arrive on Monday 6/4... No need for cash the Parts were sitting in my garage collecting dust. Just glad that Someone could use them.. I will pm you the delivery conformation number later when I get home..
Posted on: 6/1/2012 12:43 PM by Author "phjoker" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11102799

RE: Needed Ultra Flash Nose Gear door
Jack, I have an extra Grey nose gear door and hinge. I also have the plastic Main door liners and covers (Yellow) from my Original Flash. You are welcome to them if you want. PM me your address and I will send them out. In my opinion You will want to put the nose gear door on before you fly it. It will change the way the plane slows down when the gear is deployed.
Posted on: 6/1/2012 5:30 AM by Author "phjoker" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11102238

RE: LiFe or Lipo with regulator??
Dual A123's and an Orbit power jack for me
Posted on: 5/30/2012 7:29 AM by Author "phjoker" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11099820

RE: Boomerang Sprint Build Thread!
If anyone has an extra set Of wheel wells laying around collecting Dust and would like to get rid of them please P.M. Me.. Color does not matter. I had a little mishap and my gear ripped out breaking the well.. If not I will have to call Patricia on Tues. and we if she has any in stock
Posted on: 5/27/2012 6:56 PM by Author "phjoker" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11096733

RE: U.A.T. ????
[quote]ORIGINAL: FenderBean MAP makes a high flow version and it works fine. [/quote] Same here. http://dreamworksrc.com/catalog/high-flow-trap-p-1596.html
Posted on: 5/10/2012 9:23 AM by Author "phjoker" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11075837

RE: Spacing between turbine nozzle and tailpipe?
Here is a file Rich (RCISFUN) had posed in a different thread somewhere. Hope it helps.
Posted on: 5/6/2012 4:11 PM by Author "phjoker" in the forum "Jet Central Turbines - Artes Jet"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11070675

RE: Big thanks to Jet Central!
[quote]ORIGINAL: gunradd This is way above and beyond what I expect in this hoobby. Even in fullscale aviation you dont get service like this. A big thanks to Jetcentral and Eric and Juan! [/quote] I have to totally agree!!! I am having a problem with my Falcon right now. I spoke to Eric late in the day about it. The next day 9:30am Fed-X is ringing my bell with a brand new ECU.
Posted on: 4/18/2012 5:11 AM by Author "phjoker" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11046871

RE: Smart-Fly Power Expander Sport
I have the same thing in my boomerang sprint. Well over 200 flights with no problems at all.
Posted on: 4/10/2012 6:30 PM by Author "phjoker" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11036894

RE: Gotta love the Chinese Copy Factories....
Thats just to funny!!!!
Posted on: 4/8/2012 7:26 AM by Author "phjoker" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11032922

RE: Propane valve question
Are you switching over to regular propane? If so these work great I have been using this for the last few years. It does click when you open I use 2 clicks open for my falcon and 3 click open for my Rhino. http://dreamworksrc.com/catalog/propane-valve-regulated-p-716.html I know other people make their own from the a standard propane torch [image]http://dreamworksrc.com/catalog/images/Products/Turbines/propane_valve.jpg[/image] Standard torch [image]http://www.accentshopping.com/ImageGen.ashx?IMG_ID=9121&IMG_Height=350&IMG_Width=350[/image]
Posted on: 4/7/2012 6:38 PM by Author "phjoker" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11032367

RE: The new Tornado sport jet
What size turbine will fly the Larger Scorpion?
Posted on: 4/7/2012 12:30 PM by Author "phjoker" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11032034

RE: In need of some wise mens thoughts
I fly off of a grass sod farm and we have the same problem with the burns, although the field we fly off of is kinds just for us they will not sell the sod on our field. One year it was so dry that the burns were overwhelming people were so pissed they wanted to stop us from flying the turbines for a while, but the owner stepped in and said "no way it grows back" We are lucky that the owner of our SOD farm Loves the turbines and is a great guy Remember you are not burning the roots of the grass so it grows back with in a couple of days. We use a metal deflector on all start up and shut downs. Vettster is right most of the time the burns come from sitting in one spot for a while or from going from idle to full. We try not to stay in one spot for to long when we get to our take off position. There really isn't much more then that that can be done. At one time we had a ban on all turbines that were pointed down bobcats and such but that has since been lifted.
Posted on: 4/2/2012 5:15 PM by Author "phjoker" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11025738