RE: WIN A FREE Scale Fuselage from V-East & Graupner Helis
Need my address???? Heck, I never win ANYthing! Roger
Posted on: 1/7/2009 3:39 PM by Author "rcav8or" in the forum "RC Helicopter General Discussions"
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RE: Did you send me Curare templates?
Mark, Well, I hope we don't have to wait another 5 years, to find out how it worked out!! [:D] I haven't flown in two years - I'm now pretty absorbed in my [link=http://www.crbest.com/testone.swf]My '51 Ford[/link], which you can see by clicking on the link. Good luck, keep me posted! I'm sure someday I'll get back into the planes, but not right now... Roger
Posted on: 11/26/2007 11:43 PM by Author "rcav8or" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6679149

RE: New Moderator
[quote]ORIGINAL: Geistware I remember when the north field flooded. The water was at the roof of the shed when I saw it. Some said it was over the rooftops. [/quote] Yup, sure was! The whole field, golf course and all, was one big lake. I have some pictures someplace. Nah, there was virtually NO bank to fly a Catalina from...just WAY too much water! R
Posted on: 2/22/2007 10:41 AM by Author "rcav8or" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=5457442

RE: New Moderator
Tam - a Pole Barn is a metal sided barn, that uses 6" X 6" poles for the uprights on the sides. then uses 2" X 4" purlings for the rest of it. It makes for a wide-open space, plus it's an economical way of building...here is a like to see what one looks like:[link]http://home.earthlink.net/~rickob/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/000_0066.jpg[/link] The end isn't done, but you can see the construction. Mine has a cement floor, and a radiant tube heater, as well as a bathroom, complete with an auto-flush urinal. I'm really proud of it, in case you can't tell!! [:D] Roger
Posted on: 2/21/2007 8:05 PM by Author "rcav8or" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
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RE: New Moderator
Tam....we will ALWAYS fly, no matter what the circumstances! I am really loving the park flyers - I used to fly a little 1 foot by 1/2 foot flyer, in the lot that I built the pole barn in...miss the field, but appreciated the barn!!!! People who want to fly will find a way, no matter what it takes...I flew in a 1/2 gymnasium, to a big crowd...but I flew in a 200 acre field, as well. I will fly anything, anytime. I fust love to fly!!! Fly on, buddy, fly on!!! Saying al lthat, I have followed the UK as far as their regulating planes - I like the idea of the equivalent of the FFA governing it. I would LOVE to fly a 1/2 scale Cub, or any other plane!!!! And I would be safe. Wow, what an opportunity!! Roger Roger
Posted on: 2/21/2007 6:52 PM by Author "rcav8or" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
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RE: New Moderator
Wow, a blast from the past - over 5 years! I'll try to answer the questions... Tam - I was one of the first hundred or so members. I took on the role of moderator, for numerous forums, because there just weren't that many people involved. It took a LOT of time, which I gladly spent. It was basically trying to answer questions, when the membership didn't, stopping fights before they started, and making sure people posted appropriately. I enjoyed doing it! I even went to the Toledo show, and met the original "owner", and had a blast. I did the Mod duties for several years, before I just didn't have the time anymore, what with a teenage daughter, and life in general. When I "resigned", I was dropped like a hot potato! I didn't expect any payment, but it would have been nice to have received at least a complimentary "Platinum" membership, a "Thank You", or SOMEthing after two years and countless hours doing the duties for free....you have to be dedicated, and ready to be kicked to the curb, when you get "burned out"... As for the garage, I gave it over to my wife, after she graciously allowed me to build a 28' X 40' heated Pole Barn. Gotta love it!! Now I have enough room, if I ever finish getting it organized (don't tell HER, but I STILL have a dozen or so planes, hidden in HER garage!!). Geist - yes, that is the field I learned to fly on back in '89. Jerry Dillman was my main instructor, although a few others had a hand in it. You probably know a few of the local club members - the Lafayette Cloud Jockeys. I am a past-president. That is now called the "north field", as the club also has use of a full-scale landing strip in a plane-based housing tract about 20 minutes south of town. I haven't flow there, but have been there, and it's really impressive. That's the "south field". It's a little far for me, so I drive 7 miles to a buddy with a flying field cut into 40 acres. 360° flying!! The Wabash has flooded badly in the last few years - I think 2 or 3 years ago, we could only fly at the north field 3 or 4 weeks all summer, that's why they pursued the south field. I haven't been a member of the Jockeys for about 4 years. Not when I would only fly at their field once every 2 or 3 years... Roger
Posted on: 2/21/2007 12:46 PM by Author "rcav8or" in the forum "Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=5452429

RE: SAD DAY AT LHS-CYFAIR HOBBIES
[quote]ORIGINAL: daveopam Jim, Mike's models is in OKC. His shop is just north of the intersection of NW 10th and May Ave. on the West side. It's 100 miles from my house to the shop. Not a run I make everyday. We have a tight club though. When one of us is going to Mike's we call and get a list from every body. He also supports our club events every year. I don't think he has missed our fall Fun Fly in 12 years. For him to drive the 100 miles each way and bring his 40% planes to fly is above and beyond. I think that's what it takes to gather and keep loyal customers. david [/quote] Wow, small world - I hail from Indiana, but go to school for work, in Norman OK for a few weeks to few months every summer...Mike's South is by far one of the BEST inventoried Hobby Shops I have ever been in! If he has one of something, he has 20 of them. And there are very few things he doesn't have. Our LHS has zip-point-squat!! I went in for 10X6 props, not a one in the place - nor was there any CA, and the wood is just the dug-through leftovers over the last 10 years. Wouldn't put a single piece in any of my planes. Mike's was VERY refreshing! And while you are there, visit Mike's North. It's up the road a piece (don't know the addy, just how to get there). It's owned by Sean McMurtry's dad. Also has quite a bit, but it's been there for a long time, and has a lot of old (antique??) stuff in there, you can spend an afternoon just looking, and listening to the old-timers that meet there. Of course, they also meet at Mike's South, so overall, it's a pleasant experience. You can also visit the Realm of Hobbies, in Moore, just before you get to OKC, they also are very well stocked, at least with ALL the staple. I don't walk out of either Mike's South or Realm, without spending at least a $100 bill, usually a lot more! R
Posted on: 8/14/2005 2:57 AM by Author "rcav8or" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=3260854

RE: Hangar 9 80" Cap Rerelease?
Yes, it was...he mentioned he had picked it up in a trade somehow, and I knew they were like hen's teeth to find. I really like the 1.20 size H9 Cap I have, but saw the 27% last summer, in the hands of a good pilot. Man, what a graceful plane! Knew I had to have one, so was keeping my eye out for one. I had an Aeroworks Profile Extra go in last fall, just broke in half, and had the Moki 2.10, same as my buddy had on his, just sitting, didn't sell here on RCU, so it's working out well. I used to build at least 4 or 5 planes a year, sometimes a LOT more, sold a bunch, but this year so far I have sold 2 kits, and bought 2 planes "ready to fly", and this ARF. Not sure if I'll ever go back to building like I was - just never seemed to have time to fly. So from now on, I'm going to fly, instead of stick-build. Now, if I can get as good a deal on servos.... [8|] R
Posted on: 4/17/2005 12:50 AM by Author "rcav8or" in the forum "TEAM RCU - Mike McConville"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=2883860

RE: How Many Airplanes Do You Have In Your Hangar?
Guess time for a re-count... In no particular order... 35% Wildhare Giles, ZDZ 80 33% Great Planes Extra, Sachs 70cc 31% TBM One Design, Moki 1.8 31% Aeroworks Edge 540, BME 4.2 27% H9 Cap 232, Moki 2.10 1.20 Size H9 Chapman Cap 232, Saito 1.80 1.20 Size Yellow Aircraft Cap 232, Moki 1.35 Bob Dively "Condor", old Remington 38cc motor. 104" Wingspan Bridi Loadstar .40, OS 46fx, daughter's trainer Ohio R/C Chipmunk, ST 3250 Mizar (small trainer) Partenavia (foam electric twin) Working on: 1/4 scale Cub, Homelite 30cc conversion 4*60 finished in the new Chapman "splat" theme, TH .75 (for a buddy) Not yet started: Fiber Classics Skydancer Summit II Pattern Curare Pattern 2 more Pattern's I can't even remember the name of 1.20 Taurus Bridi Bizzee Bee I guess that's enough - my wife guesses that's too many...my neighbors, they just guess! R
Posted on: 4/16/2005 9:24 PM by Author "rcav8or" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=2883279

RE: Hangar 9 80" Cap Rerelease?
Whoops, sentcha an PM R
Posted on: 4/16/2005 7:01 PM by Author "rcav8or" in the forum "TEAM RCU - Mike McConville"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=2882964

RE: Hangar 9 80" Cap Rerelease?
Just got my H9 80" Cap today - the local hobby shop had one, NIB, $250 out the door!!! I will be selling both my 72" H9 Cap, as well as my 73" Yellow Aircraft Cap, if anyone is interested... Sure would love to put the 50cc on this one, but I already ahve a Moki 2.1, itchin' for a home... R
Posted on: 4/16/2005 5:49 PM by Author "rcav8or" in the forum "TEAM RCU - Mike McConville"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=2882831

RE: Airtruk
So, how much are the plans? Their website doesn't show anything, not the the old New Zealand Aero Products, or whatever it was.... I sent an email, hopefully hear back, and I will have the plans as soon as I can... Man, what a plane!!!!!! R
Posted on: 2/2/2005 5:07 PM by Author "rcav8or" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=2613956

RE: How many planes do you own?
Hmmm.... Flyers: Wild Hare 35% Giles, ZDZ80 Aeroworks 31% Edge, Brison 4.2 (just bought TODAY!) H9 1.20 size Cap, Saito 1.80 Yellow Aircraft 1.20 Cap, Moki 1.35 (soon to have a bigger engine) Troy Built Models 31% One Design, Moki 1.8 Bob Dively Condor, Remington 38cc (try to find THAT plane! 15 years old, big giant trainer) Bridi Loadstar .40, OS .46 FX (my daughter's trainer) 3 or 4 SPAD's Hobby Lobby Partenavia, twin 400's - electric Hobby Lobby Mizar, Enya .25 .25 Asterion, scratch from MAN plans Waiting for stuff: GP 33% Extra, Sachs A&M 70cc (built, just need gear installed) Lost this last year: H9 Pizazz, OS .70 4-stroke- friend drove it into the ground OK Models Seduction, Enya .53 4-stroke - hit a light pole in Oklahoma Aeroworks Profile Extra, Moki 2.10 (man, what a plane!!!!) - deadsticked, and while I was coming in, an a-h pilot crossed the field, and I had to splash it, to keep from hitting him!!! Building as we speak: Dynaflite 1/4 Scale Cub, converted Homelite 25cc Sig 4 Star .60, TH .75, building for a good friend, covering with Matt Chapman's new "Splat" Cap scheme Kit's: about 30 of them, from 70 and 80's Pattern's to an Ohio R/C Chipmunk, 1.20 Taurus, Bridi Bizzee Bee Plans: Over 400, from 1960's to now Man, do I have it BAD!!! r
Posted on: 2/2/2005 12:14 AM by Author "rcav8or" in the forum "Profile and Fun Flying Planes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=2611504

RE: Why do you sweep the shop floor?
I only sweep mine when I become too tall, and have to lean too far over to get to the bench... [:D] R
Posted on: 1/9/2005 7:19 PM by Author "rcav8or" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=2520800

RE: plans question?
Maybe if you gave us the names of the planes, the scale, engine size, WS, etc, it might help...we might not recognize the initials, but recognize them by what they are...I have over 700 plans, over 40 years, and don't remember the initials...but if I knew the planes, I could look at a few... R
Posted on: 1/9/2005 7:09 PM by Author "rcav8or" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=2520772

RE: Poker
[quote]ORIGINAL: Mr_Scary Now if my luck would just improve... [/quote] I know the feeling...low pair, high card, high card, low pair, high card, high card, high card... Geez, you all are driving me nuts!! [:D] R
Posted on: 12/9/2004 5:10 PM by Author "rcav8or" in the forum "MarketPlace questions or problem?"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=2417782

RE: Small, Cheap 25cc kit?
I seem to remember seeing a Sig Four Star 120, that had a Homelite conversion on it, also - not sure if it was the 25cc or the 30cc, though, but if I recall, it was the 25cc. They fly very well, and land like a butterfly. I'll see if I can dig up a picture of it - it's been several years.... R
Posted on: 11/17/2004 12:13 PM by Author "rcav8or" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - 3D & Aerobatic"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=2352492

RE: 1/4 Scale Cub color scheme vote
[quote]http://www.airliners.net/photos/big/4/2/1/707124.jpg [/quote] You might have to cut and paste it, that's what I had to do...just clicking on the link gave me the header as well, with a blip that told how to link to the site photos. But cut and paste works. Pretty plane, I guess...tastes are like...well....you know![:)] R
Posted on: 11/14/2004 11:22 PM by Author "rcav8or" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=2345232

RE: 1/4 Scale Cub color scheme vote
Okay, now I understand.... I had visited supercub.org several times, spent hours in the galleries. Didn't really see anything that appealed to me, although some I had already seen, that I liked, were in there as well. Such a tough call, I know - that's why I narrowed it down to 4 that I really liked, and two others. I'm really unsure about the flames, for two reasons - the cowl is not original, or at least doesn't look like it. I would assume someone replaced the engine, and the cowl had to be larger. And, I just feel flames and Breitling would be more suited to a modern aerobatic plane - Edge, Extra, etc, not a Cub. I allowed some friends to talk me into it, and it's getting a lot of votes. Time will tell... Just ANYthing but [color=#FFFF00]YELLOW[/color]!!! [sm=tired.gif] r
Posted on: 11/13/2004 10:58 PM by Author "rcav8or" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=2342578

RE: 1/4 Scale Cub color scheme vote
[quote]ORIGINAL: x-craft This thread should be on how to create more indecision. That float plane looks great! I'm reconsidering again. As I will again I'm sure. x-craft [/quote] Which float plane would that be? Did I miss something? The ones on my page have skis - several are from Switzerland, where they land in the Alps. The supercub.org galleries have some really great shots of planes where NO one should go!! [:D] r
Posted on: 11/13/2004 9:32 PM by Author "rcav8or" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=2342337

RE: 1/4 Scale Cub color scheme vote
[quote]ORIGINAL: x-craft I wish I could help you except everytime I click the link it takes me altavista search site. I tried several times, unfortuantely I don't know what your schemes are. [/quote] I have fixed it now - if you go back and click on it, it will work, or do it here: [link=http://www.crbest.com/supercub]Vote for the Color Scheme here[/link] Thanks again! Roger
Posted on: 11/12/2004 11:56 PM by Author "rcav8or" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=2340297

1/4 Scale Cub color scheme vote
Hi all, I am nearing completion of a 1/4 scale Piper Super Cub. Two years in the making! Now, I am undecided on a color scheme. I have narrowed it down to six that I really like a lot. So, being a good-natured indecisive guy, I decided to put it to a vote. I have built a webpage, where you can go and put in your 2 cents worth. It's easy, once you decided on a scheme, click the email link below the picture. It will open up an email in your email program, with the subject line of the plane you choose. You can add comments, they would be appreciated. Just click "send", and your vote will be added. I am keeping a running total at the bottom of the page. So, if you can spend a few minutes of your time, it will be greatly appreciated! Click here to vote: [link=http://www.crbest.com/supercub]Vote for Cub Color Scheme Here![/link] Thanks! Roger
Posted on: 11/12/2004 11:54 PM by Author "rcav8or" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=2338238

RE: Small, Cheap 25cc kit?
[quote]ORIGINAL: Tomcat_AL200 I recently got a 25cc weed wacker motor that works great and so I was wondering if there are any cheap, small, hopefully inexpensive kits out there that will preform well on the 25cc motor. I was thinking some of the Dynaflte kits, like the PA-18 or the Fly Baby if they were still in production. Thanks. [/quote] The Dynaflite PA-18 is indeed out of production - really a shame! I started one in '02, had to put it away for a while. Fuse was done, and I had the bottom sheeting for the wing joined. Hanger rash at the wing bottoms. Took me forever to find some wings, but Ebay came through! I have the Homelite 25cc on it. Looks like it is going to balance perfect. If you aren't in a hurry, I would keep watching RCUniverse, or Ebay, for a kit. Goes together well, and it might be worth your wait. BTW, I am trying to determine a color scheme for it. I have a website set up for "voting". If you can spend a minute or two, please check it out, and vote for your favorite. [link=http://www.crbest.com/supercub]Vote for a SuperCub Scheme [/link] Thanks, Roger
Posted on: 11/12/2004 10:01 AM by Author "rcav8or" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - 3D & Aerobatic"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=2338215

RE: William Wallace still making Cub gear?
OK, I did a search on the j3gear domain - it expired on the 16th of October. Does anyone have William Wallaces email address? Thanks, R
Posted on: 10/25/2004 6:17 PM by Author "rcav8or" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=2287088

RE: William Wallace still making Cub gear?
I have been trying the www.j3gear.com link, and it's not working - I know he's out of town until May, but don't know why the site doesn't work... Anyway, does anyone have some good close up pics of how they look, etc? I have seen the swensons, and I'm looking at the Robarts now, but would like to see some good pics, to help make a decision. Also, you said they are more reasonable - about how much do they cost? Thanks!! Roger
Posted on: 10/20/2004 8:30 PM by Author "rcav8or" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=2272768

RE: Poker
How nice - our current "Bucks" leader has 4,661 bucks...with a power of 5.56, that's 838 plays, or 120 a day...talk about enhancement!! Hmmmmm.... R
Posted on: 10/7/2004 2:35 PM by Author "rcav8or" in the forum "MarketPlace questions or problem?"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=2234227

RE: Poker
[quote]ORIGINAL: Hondalan I started the new game on Oct 1 and received 100 points to start with. On Oct 5 my wife saw me playing and decided to create her own screen name (she flies also) so she could play also. She received 1000 points to start. I am wondering why the difference?[/quote] Hondalan - Boy, I hope you drug her out to buy a whole bunch of lottery tickets!! You can't beat that kind of luck!!! [:D] R
Posted on: 10/7/2004 12:02 PM by Author "rcav8or" in the forum "MarketPlace questions or problem?"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=2233900

RE: Poker
Seems like both times Poker has started and re-started (Oct. 1), I saw a column that said "number of plays" that seems to dissappear. Am I missing it, or are you taking it back off on purpose? I, for one, would appreciate being able to see the number of plays... R
Posted on: 10/5/2004 11:35 PM by Author "rcav8or" in the forum "MarketPlace questions or problem?"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=2230036

RE: Poker
[quote]ORIGINAL: Bill Giulian Poker is a joke. Just started today and some are so far out there that the ordinary guy who does not buy extra on RCUniverse has no chance. Maybe you should have one contest for the priviledged and one for the ordinary members. [/quote] Is that what does it?? I have 35 plays, and only have 101, right about where I started. However, it's only been ONE day, and I see someone with over 2,700 points, and his power is somewhere around 4.5 per play....lessee, 2700 divided by 4.5...that's 600 plays...what did he do to get 565 plays more than me, the first day??? Typical, I guess.... r
Posted on: 10/1/2004 8:32 PM by Author "rcav8or" in the forum "MarketPlace questions or problem?"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=2218746

RE: H9 ARFs vs KITS
[quote]ORIGINAL: CAPtain232 David, I have asked this question many times with different manufacturers.... They all say NO CHANCE. They say this only because it is too time consuming to work up an instruction manual.[/quote] Hey, Jeff, how'ya doin'? I would be more inclined to believe it's because the actual laser cutting of the kit from cad plans, etc, done overseas, would not change the price very much, since the equipment used is going to cost pretty much the same everywhere. Sure, there'd be a LITTLE savings since the help is a little cheaper, but it's probably surpassed by the transportation cost to the US. However, the construction of the ARF, by MUCH lower paid labor, is where the profit is! Lessee...I can get a kit cut here for $100, there for $90...have it put together by Americans for $300, sell it for $500, and make $100...or have it put together over there for $100, sell it for $450, and make $260.... No brainer......... R
Posted on: 9/30/2004 11:13 PM by Author "rcav8or" in the forum "TEAM RCU - Mike McConville"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=2216544