RE: Anyone tried an oval outlet pipe?
No, its not stock, its just an experiment which was done to minimize losses with a RAM 500. -Instead of the bifurcated pipe, I made a single wall oval exit pipe. now with the rabbit power is plenty , but I left the single pipe as it works well. I made a plywood former (as in your drawing) to fit the pipe oval exit, no need for a strut.. the plane is in storage now, but can get some pics for you later if needed.
Posted on: 5/23/2013 7:04 PM by Author "powerjets" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Anyone tried an oval outlet pipe?
Matt, I have been flying an Avonds rafale with a rabbit , along with an oval single exit pipe. No problems after 2 years and lots of flights.
Posted on: 5/23/2013 6:38 PM by Author "powerjets" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Ram turbines
RTI turbines in miami. google website
Posted on: 9/16/2012 7:13 PM by Author "powerjets" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11230528

RE: Jetcat throttle curve setting
The thing is, the default setting in the ECU is 3, which is not my preference. upto 60 % stick hardly has thrust and then it comes in too strong, it is too hard to find the sweet spot for cruising. I use expo in my transmitter and its still too steep. My point is; before this option was available , it was fine on my transmitter expo, now it is not.
Posted on: 8/27/2012 9:31 AM by Author "powerjets" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11207688

RE: Jetcat throttle curve setting
Correct, seems to make sense, I did not have this info in my manual, but what I'm looking for is to cruise at midstick with sufficient power to maintain energy, looks like 5 is for me.
Posted on: 8/26/2012 5:16 PM by Author "powerjets" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Jetcat throttle curve setting
correct from 0.1 to 5.0 I feel on 3 there is hardly any power on midstick... I'll see what it does on 5 then . thanks
Posted on: 8/26/2012 2:47 PM by Author "powerjets" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Jetcat throttle curve setting
C'mon guys, its in the limits menu..
Posted on: 8/26/2012 6:21 AM by Author "powerjets" in the forum "RC Jets"
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Jetcat throttle curve setting
On the newer ECU there is an option to set the Throttle stick curve. Mine was set on 3, but I'm not sure what it does and which way is more or less exponential, anybody know ? thanks
Posted on: 8/25/2012 7:09 PM by Author "powerjets" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Flyeagle F-16 1:5.5 size main landing gear issue
Thats good to hear, any specific updates you like on the new gear ? any issues with the previous gear after (50 ?) flights? thanks
Posted on: 8/12/2012 8:17 AM by Author "powerjets" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11190342

RE: Flyeagle F-16 1:5.5 size main landing gear issue
[quote]ORIGINAL: FenderBean The spring can be easily replaced, the strut with the spring is two parts. just unscrew the end and the spring pops out. I took mine apart and cleaned/greased it I can post a pic later today. If that gear ever wears out on you get the new style which has air instead of a srping, its a much better deisgn as well. Mine is at Down and Locked getting my electric motors moved from my old to the new. [/quote] How many flights on it before you replaced this (old) gear ? thanks
Posted on: 8/12/2012 8:07 AM by Author "powerjets" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: One Pound residual thrust too high for an 18 pound Tams 1/8th F-16?
Smitty, for what its worth, When I changed my 120 (1 lbs r/t) into an 80 (.8 r/t) in my 104 it was easier to land. (no weight difference) The same plane felt easier slowing down.... The Rabbit having only 0.8 residual is one of the reasons I own one now. I feel there is a significant difference betweem .8 and 1 lbs.
Posted on: 8/10/2012 5:35 PM by Author "powerjets" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: One Pound residual thrust too high for an 18 pound Tams 1/8th F-16?
Sure the induced drag is a big help. you are right...but I still think its easier with less residual thrust. my 2c[;)]
Posted on: 8/10/2012 1:46 PM by Author "powerjets" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: One Pound residual thrust too high for an 18 pound Tams 1/8th F-16?
Yes, the difference between 0.5 or 1.0 R/T is very noticable on landing... you we're advised correctly.
Posted on: 8/10/2012 12:17 PM by Author "powerjets" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Futaba 14 question
I use hardware reverse on channel 3, also dont forget to reverse the trim in here as well, if using the hardware option
Posted on: 8/9/2012 5:27 PM by Author "powerjets" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Fly Eagle F-14 1/7.5 and F-15E 1/7 scale build thread
That is one cool Tomcat , nice....[8D]
Posted on: 7/5/2012 3:19 PM by Author "powerjets" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11144415

RE: Landing gear speed database
Great info John, thanks !!
Posted on: 6/20/2012 9:44 AM by Author "powerjets" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: soleniods
Mike, I am sure you can use jetcat valves on jetcentral turbines (I use this on some) I am not sure about the other way. Hans
Posted on: 6/18/2012 6:20 PM by Author "powerjets" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Skymaster T38 Talon
Very nice !! when is the test-flight...
Posted on: 6/15/2012 9:18 AM by Author "powerjets" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11119214

RE: Fly Eagle F-14 Build
Matt, that was why I asked about geometry, with the equal lenght (from centre) I needed 40 % ATV on elevons (on an F-16) I changed the link to as close to center servo as possible, now I'm on 70/80 %
Posted on: 6/12/2012 12:14 PM by Author "powerjets" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Fly Eagle F-14 Build
Right, thats exactly what I did.
Posted on: 6/7/2012 7:43 PM by Author "powerjets" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Fly Eagle F-14 Build
Thanks, I see what you mean. Now , with your F-16, if you would move the connectors on the servo horn in one notch both sides, that should not be a problem right ? Because its still similar throws on both sides...
Posted on: 6/7/2012 5:42 PM by Author "powerjets" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Fly Eagle F-14 Build
Its the same as on the picture. 1 servo per stab, supported on both sides. instead of being parralel the push rods go closer toward the center on the sevo horn on both sides. So instead of being a square, it has a shorter leg on the servo side.... does that cause problems with geometry ?
Posted on: 6/7/2012 4:25 PM by Author "powerjets" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Fly Eagle F-14 Build
[quote]ORIGINAL: FenderBean hey ion, only one bushing goes inside the other acts as a spacer that sits on the inner race. If they are like my F-16 which im 98% sure they are then this picture is how the should be the one that goes inside is on the outside closest to bolt head and the spacer one is on the inside next to the control horn. Hope this helps [/quote] Sorry to ask in the Tomcat build, but it came up here I have the same setup as in the picture, but decided to go in one notch on the servo arm.(both sides off course) This should make the servo stronger, but does this effect the geometry ?
Posted on: 6/7/2012 1:43 PM by Author "powerjets" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Need a P120 combustion chamber
Thanks B, I will give that a try. The CC is really all I need as the rest is in great condition. I just had a look at the fuel manifold, it is in perfect shape ! BTW, it's not even cleaned up before the picture...
Posted on: 5/31/2012 12:35 PM by Author "powerjets" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Need a P120 combustion chamber
Anybody with used parts ?
Posted on: 5/31/2012 8:30 AM by Author "powerjets" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11101205

Need a P120 combustion chamber
Hi guys, I have a very old P-120 (2001)that I've had since new and always ran well. It started acting up a bit and after my inspection - I dont want to send it in anymore-it seems in good shape except for the combustion chamber, this one's busted. I've build and ran KJ-66 succesfully so I just want to replace the part. Can anybody help me get a new or used combustion chamber in good shape ? Email me at powerjets@hotmail.com Thanks
Posted on: 5/31/2012 6:46 AM by Author "powerjets" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Fly Eagle Vs Jet legend Vs Skymaster vs Fei Bao
[quote]ORIGINAL: LGM Graphix [quote]ORIGINAL: powerjets [quote]ORIGINAL: powerjets [quote]ORIGINAL: PaulD I can't vote. There's no ''They're all crap'' option. PaulD [/quote] Please share your experience... [/quote] Nothing ? [/quote] I can probably chime in experience wise with Paul here as we have had the experience together on many of these planes. Skymaster
Posted on: 5/30/2012 6:44 PM by Author "powerjets" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Fly Eagle Vs Jet legend Vs Skymaster vs Fei Bao
Skymaster customer service has made a big improvement over the last year. Very quick response..
Posted on: 5/30/2012 5:59 PM by Author "powerjets" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Fly Eagle Vs Jet legend Vs Skymaster vs Fei Bao
[quote]ORIGINAL: powerjets [quote]ORIGINAL: PaulD I can't vote. There's no ''They're all crap'' option. PaulD [/quote] Please share your experience... [/quote] Nothing ?
Posted on: 5/29/2012 9:48 PM by Author "powerjets" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11099434

RE: Fly Eagle Vs Jet legend Vs Skymaster vs Fei Bao
[quote]ORIGINAL: PaulD I can't vote. There's no ''They're all crap'' option. PaulD [/quote] Please share your experience...
Posted on: 5/29/2012 4:26 PM by Author "powerjets" in the forum "RC Jets"
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