RE: Skymaster Extreme Dragon Build with JetCentral Cheeta
Rich, Yes, you can. Didn't mean to go off track, this is a Dragon/Cheetah thread. The Super Eagle will fly it fine as the Dragon is rated to fly at 25-30 pounds. I fly off of grass so the 25 pounder may be a bit sluggish. I have seen guys fly it with a Rhino and a P160 and it is ballistic. You will need to reinforce some areas and possibly add a bulkhead in the mid-tail area. There is a picture on RCU from few years ago showing the belly of someone's Dragon being sucked in by the vacuum. Also, on one of my wings the ribs were not properly attached to the wing sheeting on top. In my first Dragon, there was no hard point for the control horn on the rudder so I had to add that. But, for the money, this is one sweet airplane! Jim Farview RC Flyers Hamburg, PA
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RE: Skymaster Extreme Dragon Build with JetCentral Cheeta
Thank you Andy and Rich! I really love this airplane. It is the second generation of the Dragon with proper wing bolts and much lighter than the last version, which I had too. Rich, the Mamba is a 140. It generates 30.5 pounds of thrust. I have two of them. This one was my first, got it in 2009. It was in my first Dragon which caught on fire due to a burst Festo filter. Then it was in my PST Revision which was totaled after a wing flap departed (live hinge failure) and was repaired in Texas by I-Jets (Black Mamba) and now has been in this Dragon for a year. Very reliable and strong engine. Jim Farview RC Flyers Hamburg, PA
Posted on: 5/21/2013 4:57 AM by Author "racer8297" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Skymaster Extreme Dragon Build with JetCentral Cheeta
Rich, Here is my Dragon with Black Mamba power: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-BV4k2aBN7s Gino Greati (dustflyer) on the camera. Jim Farview RC Flyers Hamburg, PA
Posted on: 5/20/2013 5:53 PM by Author "racer8297" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Hamburg Jet Jam roll call
I just got back from flying on the just rolled field. Got 6 flights today (5 gallons of kero) and all I can say is it's billiard table smooth! The Hamburg event is going to be fantastic this year! Well, it's always great but the field had never been better and with Dreamworks attending, well, you know! As far as the wife's concerned, nothing costs more than 50 bucks!!! [:)] 2 and a half weeks! But as Erik R says, it's bitter sweet. We very much look forward to hosting this event but is also marks the near end, at least for us "fair weather" flyers, of the flying season. Jimmy
Posted on: 9/16/2012 1:03 PM by Author "racer8297" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Hamburg Jet Jam roll call
Hi Mario, Cool! I get 10 gallons of kero to burn this weekend! I've been burning 5 gallons a day recently! You're going to love this field. We have a virtually unlimited flyover area in all directions (except behind the flight line!). And we have a kitchen with abundant food and soft beverages. Laid back, but safe flying overseen by a hard working flight line crew. I know you fly at FBF but there are guys that travel from Delaware and Maryland every weekend to fly at our field. Jimmy
Posted on: 9/14/2012 6:45 PM by Author "racer8297" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Hamburg Jet Jam roll call
Hey Bob! Missed you at the last Farview party! Don't forget, you guys owe me some popcorn balls! Ron, I'm glad you're making it up again and making good use of the field. Your flying was superb last weekend! Mario, have you flown at Farview before? I don't recall meeting you. You are going to love it here! We are really looking forward to this event and seeing all of our old friends at also meeting some new ones! And OMG, DreamWorks is going to have their new rig here too! Is it as big as Don's??? [:D] Jimmy
Posted on: 9/14/2012 6:11 PM by Author "racer8297" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Flying at the Farview fliers field this weekend?
Hey Reggie, I see you are going to need a spanking! And I'm just the guy who's going to do it! [:D]. Hey Ron, thanks for the great review! We do try hard to be laid back and it's all about the fun. And hey, it's not every day you get to see Irwin crash a heli! It's only the days that he shows up! LOL! Take care, Jim
Posted on: 9/10/2012 10:04 AM by Author "racer8297" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Flying at the Farview fliers field this weekend?
Hey Ron, Great flying with you, Jimmy and Buddy today! Weather was superb! The field is in great shape and me and the boys are looking forward to the October jet meet! Hope your trip back was good, see you soon. Jim
Posted on: 9/9/2012 4:54 PM by Author "racer8297" in the forum "RC Jets"
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Farview Flyers Giant Scale Fun Fly 8/17-8/19
Farview Flyers is having it's annual Giant Scale Funfly August 17th through August 19th! 1000 x 400 foot smooth grass runway. Unlimited flyover areas. Spectacular views. Event flyer: http://www.farviewflyers.net/Documents/2012_Gaint_scale.pdf Club website: http://www.farviewflyers.net 2.4 Ghz only! Flying from 9am to 5pm. Open flying from 5 to dusk Friday and Saturday. Electrics with lights after dark! Camping, no hookups. Food and beverages on premises. Turbine friendly field. Jim
Posted on: 8/15/2012 9:37 AM by Author "racer8297" in the forum "Events, Shows and Fun Fly's - Airplanes"
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RE: Hamberg Summer Afterburner
The Summer Afterburner is now history! Yes, it was HOT. And HUMID. But we had over 70 pilots and their families. Lots of camping. A great pig roast on Saturday night with an outstanding "after party"! Heat aside, it was the most fun I've had since beginning in RC in 2001. BVM was here and Bob and Dustin put in many flights on the electrics and the turbines. What an impressive display of equipment and flying skill! As did the Malchiones with the A4's and the Ultra Bandit. Top notch! We at Farview are now looking forward to the October Jet Jamboree! We love having you all to our field that we are so proud of. Jim
Posted on: 8/5/2012 1:25 PM by Author "racer8297" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Firebird maiden
The Firebird won the Pilot's Choice award at the Hamburg Afternburner event that just concluded. It got an overwhelming number of votes! No wonder! The jet not only looks awesome but was flown with brilliant control by Erik (with excellent spotting by 3Dhelinut and myself on the stopwatch!)! Great job Erik, Alan and Dan (split s). Jim
Posted on: 8/5/2012 1:18 PM by Author "racer8297" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Farview Summer Afterburner Rollcall!
Hey Larry, Good seeing you too buddy! Jim
Posted on: 7/23/2012 3:51 PM by Author "racer8297" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Farview Summer Afterburner Rollcall!
Great day at Farview yesterday! Perfect weather and 14 turbine pilots. And spectators showed up thinking there was an event going on! Many jet fights were had, Erik with the Miss America Firebird, Alan Hoes with the F18 and Kincat, Don with his Ultra Bandit, Walt with the Reaction ARF, Marvin with a Boomer, Kevin with the Dragon and the list goes on. The field is on great shape and we are really looking forward to the Afterburner in 2 weeks! I'm sure next weekend will be busy also with guys trying to get some flights in before the big event! Jim
Posted on: 7/23/2012 5:20 AM by Author "racer8297" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Fuel Shutoff Valve??
After the fuel pump. It is the last fitting before the fuel line enters the motor.
Posted on: 7/23/2012 5:12 AM by Author "racer8297" in the forum "RC Jets"
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Farview Summer Afterburner Rollcall!
The Farview RC Flyers is pleased to be hosting the Farview Flyers Summer Afterburner jet event August 2nd through August 5th! The smooth grass runway is really great this year! The runway is 300 feet wide and 1000 feet long. We regularly fly sport jets as well as the most complex scale jets. And we have been having a great time flying so far this season! We are located a few miles from Cabela's and about an hour from Hershey Park! Right off Route 78 in Hamburg, PA. Bring the family! Onsite camping (no hookups) and concession stand. Bring your turbine powered aircraft, ducted fans and EDF's for a great time in August! Flying every day from 9am until dusk. Electrics with lights after that! Our website: www.farviewflyers.net. 2.4ghz only! Our proud sponsors: BVM Jet Central Horizon Hobby Brilliant Studios Iron Horse Hobbies DreamWorks Hidden Hangar RC Jetcat USA Jet Pilots Organization AMA
Posted on: 7/17/2012 6:00 PM by Author "racer8297" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Elevator & Rudder extensions ???
I use this: http://www.mcmaster.com/#catalog/118/819/=hmyci8 Jim
Posted on: 5/21/2012 5:52 PM by Author "racer8297" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit
JustFlyIt, I had the Prolinks on my R54. Mains and nose. The airplane sat nose low. It was not much of a problem except that it tended to "pop" off the runway a little so you need to be ready to get off the elevator when it does. It was not a heart attack by any means. As I got more flights in and the springs on the mains softened up a bit, making it even less of an issue. Good luck! Jim
Posted on: 5/2/2012 12:46 PM by Author "racer8297" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Fellow RC brothers, I need your help!
Done!
Posted on: 4/12/2012 9:27 AM by Author "racer8297" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: KINGTECH K80F 'GLOW BAD..'
Just guessing, but could it be that the ECU battery needs charging? Or a bad connection to the igniter? Jim
Posted on: 3/17/2012 11:49 AM by Author "racer8297" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Firebird Paint
Dan, The Firebird is just stunning! No offense to anyone but that has to be one of the nicest paint jobs on a sport airplane ever! Maybe you should quit your day job and do this full time! You are very talented! Jim
Posted on: 3/4/2012 6:07 AM by Author "racer8297" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Firebird Paint
Absolutely stunning Dan! Your attention to detail is second to none! Can't wait to see this one fly. It will be gorgeous at the field and in the air. You are the master! Jimmy
Posted on: 2/4/2012 11:59 AM by Author "racer8297" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: You know you need an intervention when...
I'm planning on going to Markham Park this morning. Will be there around 11. Will any of you Florida guys be out? Jim
Posted on: 1/22/2012 4:39 AM by Author "racer8297" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: You know you need an intervention when...
Hey guys, So, while I wait for my wife to get ready for the beach I surf RCU and dream about flying and try to think of a smooth way to escape to Markham Park. Maybe Sunday. Hey Meesh! How's the weather up North? Pretty cold I bet! Have fun at Florida Jets! See you, Brian and Dom later this year! And I'll take my chances with spontaneous combustion in the hot Florida summer! LOL! Take care, Jim
Posted on: 1/21/2012 5:34 AM by Author "racer8297" in the forum "RC Jets"
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You know you need an intervention when...
You leave Pennsylvania when it is 13 degrees outside, fly to Fort Lauderdale where it is 80 degrees, and sit inside and order parts from Dreamworks on your iPhone before even thinking about going to the beach! Add to that surfing RCU and typing this post! You think there is a problem here? Nah, this is just a fact of life for an RC addict! And words of wisdom from an RC buddy: rehab is for quitters! Jim
Posted on: 1/20/2012 6:46 AM by Author "racer8297" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: The Perfect RC Wife
That was awsome Jeff! I just forwarded it to my wife titled "RC Wife Training Video". I haven't seen her this morning yet, maybe she's down in the basement working! Jim
Posted on: 1/15/2012 7:05 AM by Author "racer8297" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Do You Still Range Check Your Radios??
Always on new airplane and always if there was any major change or repair. First, motor off. Then, motor on, walk the recommended paces and have someone slowly rotate the model 360 degrees. Then check the data logger to check for holds, failsafes, etc. It only takes a few minutes and is well worth the time. I have only once had to move the satelites around on a jet. It would have probably been OK but it only took 10 extra minutes to get it perfect.
Posted on: 1/2/2012 11:17 AM by Author "racer8297" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: Firebird Paint
Looks bada*s Dan! That is going to be one sweet airplane! Jim
Posted on: 12/20/2011 9:38 AM by Author "racer8297" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: PST Jets
Hey Mavrick, I just recieved my second ReVision on Friday last week. Had an accident with the first one. PST had shipped it on December 1st. Emailed Sunee yesterday, she hasn't replied to me yet either. Usually she's quick to reply. Jim
Posted on: 12/12/2011 5:55 PM by Author "racer8297" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Talk to me about fuel filters
Last year my Festo seperated on the seam causing the fuel to pump in to the fuselage during flight. Upon landing the airplane caught fire and was destroyed. I use the Kavan filter ever since. Jim
Posted on: 12/4/2011 5:18 AM by Author "racer8297" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Roll call Hamburg Pa .... Pic's wanted...
Reggie, Reggie, Reggie. Wasn't it you that bugged out from karting last weekend? That's my recollection! You guys have fun tomorrow. I'm stuck at home watching my daughter's rug rats for the weekend. I'm bumming out. The weather has been perfect! Say hi to the guys for me tomorrow and have a great time! Jim
Posted on: 11/25/2011 5:26 PM by Author "racer8297" in the forum "RC Jets"
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