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RE: caller??????
If i could train my blonde girlfriend to read and understand it i would have it made. Put her in a bikini and presto 1000.0 all accross! IF!!!!![:D]
Posted on: 9/17/2009 5:53 PM by Author "raflyer"
in the forum "IMAC"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9103780
RE: caller??????
[quote]ORIGINAL: TIA Buy a friend. [;)] [/quote] Cant..all my money is gone! [&o]
Posted on: 9/17/2009 5:46 PM by Author "raflyer"
in the forum "IMAC"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9103768
caller??????
OK, total newb here to IMAC.... so, i have a new plane, new trailer to haul new plane, new fancy radio to fly new plane but no caller! What do i do?
Posted on: 9/17/2009 5:10 PM by Author "raflyer"
in the forum "IMAC"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9103699
RE: This doesn't make sense!!??
[quote]ORIGINAL: speedy72vega [quote]ORIGINAL: raflyer Got a good tip from the wattflyer site , they think i may have my props on backwards. I have the numbers facing the rear of the plane and they should be facing the front or direction of travel. Will try and report back. [/quote] Your props are only going to have one mounting surface. That is the side that has the flat surface that goes
Posted on: 9/8/2009 10:54 PM by Author "raflyer"
in the forum "Brushed/Brushless motors, speed controls, gear drives"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9080412
RE: This doesn't make sense!!??
Got a good tip from the wattflyer site , they think i may have my props on backwards. I have the numbers facing the rear of the plane and they should be facing the front or direction of travel. Will try and report back.
Posted on: 9/8/2009 10:31 PM by Author "raflyer"
in the forum "Brushed/Brushless motors, speed controls, gear drives"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9080335
This doesn't make sense!!??
I have a twin pusher prop Concorde from Dynamic Foamy. 18.5oz 70" long 30"w/s 2 1400kv out runners and a 1200Mah 11.1V 10C lipo GWS 6050 props, watt meter shows this on a fresh charge, 15.6A 173.6W 10.97V After 20 secs of WOT i get a steady 136W Correct me if im wrong but at 18ounces and that wattage, shouldn"t this be a fast plane?? It is barely staying in the air! Is it the cheap props?? Thanks for any input For reference, it is about half as fast as my stock Parkzone T-28
Posted on: 9/8/2009 10:17 PM by Author "raflyer"
in the forum "Brushed/Brushless motors, speed controls, gear drives"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9080087
RE: Help reading plugs
Considering that your D.A. was probably 3000ft ++ i would say your numbers are close. D.A.= Density Altitude If you knew the baro reading we would know for sure but i bet i'm close. Many years racing has taught me the affect of DA on performance [;)]
Posted on: 8/31/2009 12:23 PM by Author "raflyer"
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9058852
RE: Hostetler Cessna 172 Build
Im in the planning stages on mine and will be ordering soon. Stans has the cowl and wheel pants, the glass can be made fairly easy. Im going to model it after the real 172 i got my PPL and checkride in. :)
Posted on: 8/28/2009 3:07 PM by Author "raflyer"
in the forum "Kit Building"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9052346
RE: Help reading plugs
[quote]ORIGINAL: 2robinhood [quote]ORIGINAL: raflyer Missed that one, look real hard, it is halfway up right where it should be. Just so everyone knows, i/we are getting real picky at what we are after and if what you have is reasonably close and it runs good then leave it be. [/quote] OK, how about here? I am in to deep to quit now........... [image]http://i295.photobucket.com
Posted on: 8/19/2009 8:23 AM by Author "raflyer"
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9027825
RE: Help reading plugs
Missed that one, look real hard, it is halfway up right where it should be. Just so everyone knows, i/we are getting real picky at what we are after and if what you have is reasonably close and it runs good then leave it be.
Posted on: 8/18/2009 11:22 PM by Author "raflyer"
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9027182
RE: Help reading plugs
where do you have the temp probes located? Amazing that the plugs look so different yet temps are close? Did you pull those after an idle or high rpm?
Posted on: 8/18/2009 11:11 PM by Author "raflyer"
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9027135
RE: Help reading plugs
Has anyone done a draw test on the DL111 ignition? Trying to determine what size batt i'll need. This will be my 1st twin gas woo hoo, ive had lots of singles though
Posted on: 8/18/2009 11:03 PM by Author "raflyer"
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9027105
RE: Help reading plugs
Green line, never a pain! [;)] I ask on these forums way more than i help so when i can return the favor it is no problem![:D] Plug 14 is a little tougher to see but i think you have the idea now. correct?
Posted on: 8/18/2009 11:01 PM by Author "raflyer"
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9027093
RE: Help reading plugs
your talking to a guy who replaced his plugs every oil change[X(] But i was pushing my cars hard by driving daily and running lots of boost. short answer, if you have them, replace them, cheap insurance[;)]
Posted on: 8/18/2009 10:40 PM by Author "raflyer"
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9027026
RE: Help reading plugs
i wouldnt be happy with plugs 15,16, or 17
Posted on: 8/18/2009 10:35 PM by Author "raflyer"
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9027001
RE: Help reading plugs
[quote]ORIGINAL: 2robinhood Man, this $hit will make your head spin. Hereis a website I was looking at: ( http://www.dansmc.com/Spark_Plugs/14.jpg ) Look at the ones that they are saying are the '' [b]BEST[/b] '' [image]http://www.dansmc.com/Spark_Plugs/14.jpg[/image] [/quote] Notice where the timing mark is on the strap? halfway up which is perfect! Slight tan color with some minor spotting on insulator, all perfect! As for your engines, Eng 1 rt looks good, eng 1 left looks like it is hardly firing, can you verify with temp gun on head temps around plug? Eng 2 rt side looks ok but lt side looks a lille cold and late on timing but is hard to tell/ need your help by verifying timing location on strap. thanks for labeling pics[;)]
Posted on: 8/18/2009 10:33 PM by Author "raflyer"
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9026995
RE: Help reading plugs
[quote]ORIGINAL: 2robinhood [quote]ORIGINAL: raflyer The wet plugs on the 1st eng? shows weak ign, to much oil, or junk gas even? [/quote] I use the same fueler for ever engine I own. Same brand of gas, same oil ratio, same gas container. [/quote] Can you swap ign modules and run some fuel thru it to see if it changes the plugs?
Posted on: 8/18/2009 10:17 PM by Author "raflyer"
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9026953
RE: Help reading plugs
[quote]ORIGINAL: mbinkley Hello all, Im in the a mantance mode on one of my planes that has a BME 115. The engine has about 8 to 10 gallons of fuel 93 octane and the oil is pennsoil air cooled at 35 to 1. This engine runs great and has a lot of power. What to you guys think of the plug color? [/quote] Hard to tell for sure from that angle but timing looks perfect, coloration looks good, right is running a little cooler than left. Left looks best. Maybe lean it 1/16th turn, try 89octane, or a little less oil, Overall not to bad.
Posted on: 8/18/2009 10:16 PM by Author "raflyer"
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9026949
RE: Help reading plugs
[quote]ORIGINAL: crazyflyboy30 I have a DLE-111 I can adjust the timing some and I did. [/quote] sweet! how did you do it? I dont have one yet but will be getting one soon.
Posted on: 8/18/2009 9:51 PM by Author "raflyer"
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9026875
RE: Help reading plugs
[quote]ORIGINAL: 2robinhood [quote]ORIGINAL: raflyer Another trick you can do is bend the ground strap so it is only over the half of the electrode. If you look at eng#2 it looks to be that way while Eng #1 it is covering it. [/quote] Sorry if I am not understanding. You are saying engine #1 is about right, but you want me to make engine #1's plugs look like engine #2's with the ground
Posted on: 8/18/2009 9:45 PM by Author "raflyer"
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9026854
RE: Help reading plugs
I think i messed up the engines.. Need to number the plugs so i can better help you. [:D] The stronger engine is leaner and slightly retarded ign and the electrode is unshrouded nicely The wet plugs on the 1st eng? shows weak ign, to much oil, or junk gas even? Overall to cool in the combustion chamber. Believe or not though, retarded timing can cause excessive heat as well but i'm sure that is not the case here. As for changing the timing, that would involve moving the pick-up if not correct. To bad there isnt an adjustable pot in the module.
Posted on: 8/18/2009 9:38 PM by Author "raflyer"
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9026831
RE: Help reading plugs
Another trick you can do is bend the ground strap so it is only over the half of the electrode. If you look at eng#2 it looks to be that way while Eng #1 it is covering it. I also noticed that the gold plating is still on the electrode on Eng #1 which means it is way to rich but if the engine is new that is ok for now. Something to watch. Just remember, lean will kill the engine and rich will only lower the power and foul plugs. By kill the engine i mean destroy it so go slow and keep us updated. I tuned my FI street/drag cars by reading the plugs just as i have told you. Every engine and gas/oil mix combo is different so if you tune by reading your plugs you will find what works with YOUR combo.[;)] It worked for me, my Impala is still #1 and my Cobalt still #2 in the country after 3 years and i tuned it myself.
Posted on: 8/18/2009 9:22 PM by Author "raflyer"
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9026773
RE: Help reading plugs
Engine #1 is close, engine #2 is way off. Since we cant adjust the timing in the ign. module we have to play with octane and oil/fuel ratio. Higher octane fuels burn slower which changes the timing of the flame front/travel in the combustion chamber. I would run it on a leaner oil/fuel mix and look at that white insulator very closely and look for brown spots. That is the clue for slight detonation. You want the color change on the ground strap to be at the bend or slightly below it.
Posted on: 8/18/2009 9:14 PM by Author "raflyer"
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9026757
RE: Help reading plugs
What octane fuel are you using? Judging by the heat line on the ground strap this engine needs more timing! That would help power output as well. The brand of gas you use and it's composition will greatly affect the coloration on the ceramic and electrodes of the plugs.
Posted on: 8/18/2009 8:25 PM by Author "raflyer"
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9026638
RE: WOW!! New DL 111cc and 55cc !
Has anyone tried a 3-blade on one of the new DL-111's??
Posted on: 8/18/2009 12:16 PM by Author "raflyer"
in the forum "Gas Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9025500
newb needs help
Hi all, Just picked me up a 34% Extra 300 that has everything but a receiver and batteries in it. I plan on running 2 7.4V lipo's so i know i'll need a regulator. Which one and what else will i need? Power box? It has 6 Hitec 5645's on ail. and elev. 5645 on rudder and a 311 on throttle. TME smoke sytem as well which i have never had or used a smoke system. Lookinf forward to finally having a BIG bird to fly IMAC and eventually 3D. Thanks for your help! Rob
Posted on: 8/12/2009 9:56 PM by Author "raflyer"
in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - 3D & Aerobatic"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9011945
RE: GP Eagle 580 (Matt Champan cap 232) 50
I have the 580 as well, i have fixed my gear 3 times so far! Here is what i did to eliminate the problem. I cut a new 1/8" lite ply piece to go between the 2 formers in place over the stock gear blk. Then i added 1/8" balsa SQ's onto the fuse sides from the firewall back to the 2nd former. NO more landing gear issues!! I need to play with the CG now and also, with a cheap 42-50-800Kv motor and a 3800mah 14.8V batt, i don't have enough pwr to pull out of a torque roll! I am running a 12x8 so im going to switch to a 13x6 and see what happens. Was only getting 525W and 30amp draw Advice? Thoughts?
Posted on: 8/7/2009 1:00 PM by Author "raflyer"
in the forum "Electric Aerobatic & Sport Planes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8997630
RE: Top Flite Cessna 310 posted
Question for the Twinsynch fanatics, Why not use a quality Gyro on the plane then instead of a dead stick landing which is what twinsnch does you can continue to fly while the gyro compensates for you. Just wondering since gyro technology has improved so much.
Posted on: 8/6/2009 1:43 PM by Author "raflyer"
in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8995116
RE: Eletronic engine syncronizer **SUPPORT **
Not trying to flame here, just curious as i build my twins, Question for the Twinsynch fanatics, Why not use a quality Gyro on the plane then instead of a dead stick landing which is what twinsnch does you can continue to fly while the gyro compensates for you. Just wondering since gyro technology has improved so much.
Posted on: 8/6/2009 1:28 PM by Author "raflyer"
in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8995086
RE: Cessna 421 27% twin gas engine..from Wendell Hostetler
Absolutely gorgeous plane!!!!!!!!!!! Question for the Twinsynch fanatics, Why not use a quality Gyro on the plane then instead of a dead stick landing which is what twinsnch does you can continue to fly while the gyro compensates for you. Just wondering since gyro technology has improved so much.
Posted on: 8/5/2009 9:30 PM by Author "raflyer"
in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8993453
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