RE: Taylorcraft crash
I hear all of what's being said here with regard to going over an ARF, or any model for that fact, and agree completely. However, I also believe that manufacturers should be held accountable for their designs. Not everyone involved in the hobby has the knowledge to recognize these conditions, or the skill to repair them if they find them. I'm an electrician by trade. I certainly [b]don't expect my customer[/b] to make sure I did my job correctly. If they had the skill, knowledge, and time to do that, they wouldn't need me to begin with! Using only this example, it's unlikely you can prove a design or manufacturing failure, but if the manufacturer has had similar complaints from others, they may be aware of the condition and be willing to provide you with some remuneration. As has been said earlier here, it won't hurt to try. Of all the Taylorcraft out there, if there is a design/manufacturing failure, they should have heard about more of them by now. Last note: I was flying in pretty cold weather out in Colorado when the top of a nylon bolt popped off my 40-sized plane and the wing departed the aircraft. I surmised it was due to the cold, but I've never used a nylon bolt or nut again. The steel variety is barely anymore weight (you're not competing anyway, are you?) and they don't ever strip or "pop off." Cheap insurance.
Posted on: 7/4/2012 8:19 PM by Author "rcbadger" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: Brand New
Helisrock, I have had no bad experience with Banana Hobbies, however, it appears that some have. I have bought, and had students buy, planes and parts, but had no issues with either. Here's the link for the "Sky Surfer" plane I've trained a couple of guys on.: http://www.bananahobby.com/1937.html The flight sim is OK, but it only represents the plane it's packaged with like many that are included with planes. My rating of the sim is only from students that had it, as I've never used it, but I could see that they had learned some by using it, so... If you can spend $200 or so on a sim, the I can vouch for the "Real Flight" sim as being exceptional. I'm told the "Phoenix" is also great, but haven't used it myself. As chucksolo mentioned above, there is another model at BH that has two different wings for three or four-channel flight. He also hit the nail on the head with checking with your local clubs. I strongly recommend membership in a club for everyone, but especially "new guys." If you find guys that welcome you readily, join 'em. There's no limit to what you can learn even just hanging around. "Learn from the mistakes of others: you can't possibly live long enough to make them all yourself." - Will Rogers Best of luck, and let me know how things turn out!
Posted on: 6/22/2012 3:10 AM by Author "rcbadger" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: Plane noses up for no reason
In my earlier days of R/C flight, I had a GP Easy Sport, and had used a number of components from another plane I'd wrecked. After assembly, I'd checked all the controls at varying throttle settings, etc. and everything worked well. About 1/2 way through the maiden flight, the plane suddenly seemed to go full left rudder and ailerons, and full down elevator for just a second, then returned to normal control, at the time inverted and heading toward terra firma. I rolled it back upright and climbed to altitude. I assumed (NEVER a good idea) it must've been just a "radio hit," and decided to keep flying. A few seconds later, the condition was repeated, but for several seconds this time, and retuning to control almost too late to save the plane. I landed as quickly as I could and literally disassembled the whole plane trying to figure out what was wrong. Finally, with the radio system connected on the bench, and everything working fine, I took the case off the rx and pushed on the circuit board with a pencil eraser and all the servos went to extreme limits in one direction or the other. After removing and examining the circuit board, there was a small crack that went through the printed circuit which could break/make contact intermittently. I checked the pc's on the servos and found them to be fine, but decided then and there never to use anything with a printed circuit that had been in a wreck again. Since I had no way of knowing which rx's and/or servos had been in wrecks, (though it was probably all at that time) I scrubbed my whole inventory of rx's and servos and started over. That Easy Sport eventually lasted longer than any plane I owned for years to come with over 200 flights on it (I used to keep a log) before a gusty landing claimed it. From then on, if a plane lasted long enough to be sold, it got sold with all the electronics, and the new planes got new gear.
Posted on: 6/8/2012 6:33 AM by Author "rcbadger" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: Plane noses up for no reason
Bummer! From this side of the screen, it defied conventional wisdom and experience. I kept coming back to CG, but that would have created up AND down pitch oscillations, not just up... Again, sorry to hear.
Posted on: 6/7/2012 8:05 AM by Author "rcbadger" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: Plane noses up for no reason
Captinjohn, I'm not sure what your point is. Perhaps it's to ease your concsience over some perceived deficiency in the hobby by not being a builder. I have built only one kit in my adult life, and it took me [i][b]years[/b][/i] to complete because I [b][i]ASSEMBLED[/i][/b] a number of ARF's in the interim to keep flying during the process. Constructing an ARF [b][i][u]IS NOT[/u][/i][/b] building. It [b][i][u]IS[/u][/i][/b] assembly. Assembly is the acquisition of previously constructed components, and combining them with other previously constructed components. Building would constitute the construction of at least one of the assemblies. I [b]love[/b] ARF's. Nearly every plane I've ever owned was an ARF, or, as mentioned, except for one, was built from a kit by others. I don't feel any shame in buying/assembling/flying ARF's or even RTF's. But I don't take credit for building it because I simply overcame the aerodynamic issues of balance and adjustment due to the component selections I made while assembling one either. I know several people who build from sctratch, build from plans, or buy and build from kits, some of them don't even fly, and I am oft held in awe of the talents they posses, but have come to know that I am a flyer, not a designer. Nor am I a builder. Given the choice, I wouldn't even be an assembler. I'm a damned good driver, and that's good enough for me, because that's all I aspire to be, it's what I love. Some of the builders I know are also held in awe of my abilities to fly. I'm thrilled that there are those that derive pleasure from the aforementioned "construction" activities, because, after having dipped my pinky into the bracing waters of actual building, I have come to know that what I enjoy is flying, and the efforts of others who derive their pleasure (or income) from building frees me to pilot planes with relative ease, and THAT'S what I love, and why I fly. Nothing more, and nothing less.
Posted on: 6/6/2012 5:34 PM by Author "rcbadger" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: RCU classifieds and the people who use them
Sorry, wrong name. I didn't take it personally so much as I'm still grovelling to relieve my guilt. I really can't stand rude behavior, on-line, behind the wheel, from a neighbor, or anywhere, and I think a lack of courtesy is the same thing. Still grovelling, Joe (But you can call me Sue, if you want...)[:D]
Posted on: 6/1/2012 10:58 AM by Author "rcbadger" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: RCU classifieds and the people who use them
Common courtesy isn't very common any longer, a quick email saying you've changed your mind won't kill ya. Mary, Good points. I've already "fessed-up" to the one time I did that, usually I am both considerate and courteous. With regard to your comment, I've often said: I think it should be called "Uncommon Sense," since if it were common, more people would have it." The same goes for Common Courtesy.
Posted on: 6/1/2012 5:49 AM by Author "rcbadger" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: RCU classifieds and the people who use them
Unless I KNOW and TRUST someone, I won't hold anything without some sort of payment, and I tell 'em so. Too often people are fickle and change their minds, or something comes between them and the sale. I bear no grudges, but have learned over time that holding items for someone with nothing to lose by changing their mind is too costly. Something I stated on another forum, but is just as true here: "It's said that what separates man from beast, is communication. There must be a lot of animals out there."
Posted on: 6/1/2012 5:40 AM by Author "rcbadger" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: good old days
Had a Saphir with a YS .61 long-stroke on it. You hear "flew like it was on rails" all the time, but this thing sure did. Flawless 8-point hesitation rolls before I was really good enough to do 'em myself. [;)]
Posted on: 6/1/2012 5:24 AM by Author "rcbadger" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: DUMB ASS ATTACK TODAY
I Fly Glo, That's really close to where I got my "tattoo." Bet that smarted. Something worth mentioning: Most fields (but not all I've found) don't permit taxiing in the pits. If you don't have rules to prevent this, get one passed, if you do; enforce it! Twice that I'm aware of guys were seriously injured by an unrestrained aircraft in the pits. One was taxiing (though there was a rule against it) and had someone else turn on on his freq, the other tripped over his own shoelace and shoved the throttle open. In the latter instance, the plane was powered by a 50cc gasser, which scooted across the pits and got another flyer in the calves as he tried to run from it. Some of the long-time flyers have balked about this rule saying they knew what the were doing. Personally, if someone is arguing for the right to endanger others, they don't know what they're doing at all.
Posted on: 6/1/2012 4:46 AM by Author "rcbadger" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: Cleaning Solutions
Fifty +, Good info. The anti-freeze/crock pot method has some serious drawbacks; dismount of engine required, fumes, a crock pot that can never be used for food again, a hot batch of liquid, etc. It seems the Dawn Power dissolver alleviates several of these negatives. Further, I was unaware, as I'm sure many are, of the older engine's food requirements. Thanx for the tips.
Posted on: 6/1/2012 4:26 AM by Author "rcbadger" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: Swap Meet thief.
In my haste to get somewhere once, I left my Futaba Super 8 tx in it's case at the field one day. A friend spotted it, called on my cell, and said he'd set it aside to bring home with him. He called me a 1/2 hr. later and told me someone had taken the case and all. A week later a guy from another field called me. He said that someone tried to sell him my Super 8 at the field. Several of the guys there knew me and told him that they knew whose tx that was, and if they were ever planning on flying in the area again, they should return it. He said he'd just found it, and gave it to them. Another time I had a battery drill taken from the field, but that time I never saw it again. Some people have no moral compass, and all the rest of us can do is to watch out for them. CREEPS!
Posted on: 5/28/2012 9:28 PM by Author "rcbadger" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: RCU classifieds and the people who use them
Another frustrating thing that I've had happen is to make a formal offer on a plane, for the price they were asking, and not have them return repeated e-mails and requests. After eight days of futzing about, I told the guy to forget it since I had no faith in his willingness to ship the plane to me when he wasn't even willing to do what little it took to take my money.[:@]
Posted on: 5/28/2012 9:09 PM by Author "rcbadger" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: RCU classifieds and the people who use them
I've had this happen to me several times, and, I hate to admit, even did it once. In my case, I was planning to buy a plane including a Spectrum Rx. I asked if they would sell for less and keep the Rx as I fly all Futaba. They said yes, but got laid-off the same day I got the answer, and my financial concerns took an unplanned turn. While it would have been the courteous thing to do, and I should have, I did not contact him to tell him what happened. [&o] If you're the guy, My apologies.
Posted on: 5/28/2012 8:56 PM by Author "rcbadger" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: Is Rcuniverse going down the tubes?
I've been frustrated from time-to-time with a number of glitches, delays, time-outs, and error messages, but have had a number of ads posted and a number of sales, though few, and by-and-large, am satisfied with the site in general. I've been on here since '02, and am on the site almost daily, so the percentage of times I've had trouble is low. I do believe they need to fix a few things, and rectify problems in a more timely manner, but, truth be known, we're not brokering world peace here, perhaps a little patience is in order... Just my 2-cents worth. (If it's even worth two-cents.)
Posted on: 5/28/2012 8:46 PM by Author "rcbadger" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: DUMB ASS ATTACK TODAY
APC's are sharp, but are likely the most efficient props on the market for the .40 to 1.20 sized planes. I used to use Insignia White Testor's model paint on the tips, more on the lighter side of the prop to balance it. The white is easily seen with the engine running, and helps to keep you aware of where the tips are and avoid them. The same day as the Columbine shootings, I was preparing to put in my last flight of the day. There was only one other guy at the field. (I never fly alone.) I'd started the engine, and was holding the plane by the turtle-deck, and picking up the Tx when the only other guy still there, walked behind the plane and accidentally kicked the rudder or elevator. The plane spun around and the prop hit me on the inside of my forearm 6 times in a fraction of a second. The propwash blew blood all over the pits, and the next day people said they thought someone had been killed there. I took 13 stitches. I can't even guess how lucky I was, as the blades cut right to, but not into that milky-looking tissue just covering the muscles... It could have hit, but missed several veins/arteries, nerves, and muscle. My scar is still clearly visible today, just over 12 years later... Best of luck on your healing.
Posted on: 5/28/2012 8:27 PM by Author "rcbadger" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: Cleaning Solutions
I have used the antifreeze/crock pot method numerous times, all with excellent results, though, as mentioned, you need to remove the engine from the aircraft. Once it's been in the heated soak for 12 hrs or more, a toothbrush will EASILY remove any remaining particles. I've never suffered any loss in compression due to this method, and I know this as I've used a compression gauge on all my engines at regular intervals, and after any mechanical work. Also, it's likely you are using a castor oil blended fuel. None of the synthetics I know of leave the "coked-up" residue on the engine. After cleaning, you might consider changing to a 100% synthetic blend...
Posted on: 5/28/2012 8:07 PM by Author "rcbadger" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: Ford Flivver
I'm not sure of the weight/wing loading of the Flivver, but the Saito .40 http://www.chiefaircraft.com/radio-control/engines-turbines/saito/glow-singles/sai-e040a.html swings an 11x6 prop at more than reasonable RPM, or, if you want more power, I've powered ".40 sized," 5# sport planes with the .56. http://www.chiefaircraft.com/radio-control/engines-turbines/saito/glow-singles/sai-e056.html Love the Saito's for their dependability and price. I had a .56 that I flew until I had to replace the rings, replaced them, then flew it for another year before selling it on the model...
Posted on: 5/28/2012 7:39 PM by Author "rcbadger" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: Small Electric Planes
I've flown pretty much everything from 10" wingspan electric indoor planes to 10'+ wingspan gassers, and I believe that the reason it seems more electric fliers are discourteous, or ignorant is multi-reasoned. 1st - The fact that the aircraft are advertized and sold as "ready (or very nearly) to fly" suggesting to the uninitiated that they need no training. (This is a failure of both the manufacturers and the retail outlets, in omitting where an instructor would have had the opportunity to imbue them with an awareness of the rules and courtesies of the field and hobby.) Also, the simplicity of purchasing, assembling, charging and prepping for flight, are so simple as not to require much if anything in the way of advice seeking, allowing them to get into the air without so much as a phone call or forum check for info. 2nd - The investment in aircraft and support equipment is a fraction of what it costs to enter the hobby via fuelers. This sometimes fosters a careless attitude of "What the heck, if I wreck it, it will only cost a few dollars to fix/replace." Few people having spent several hundreds of dollars to buy a plane and related accessories and support gear, even if the motive is selfish, are willing to just start buzzing about without some instruction and/or training risking not only their investment, but the potential for catastrophe when a 5+ # aircraft goes somewhere it shouldn't. 3rd - Both manufacturers and retailers promote the ease with which one can locate a "suitable" place to fly. My next door neighbor, [b]after having already talked to me[/b] about getting into the hobby, went out, bought a small electric, and promptly flew it into my van. He then told me he he'd ignored my advice to join a club and get instruction because he didn't want to go through the expense, time, or effort to join a club, go to the field, and get training when it looked like all he had to do was charge it. (His expense, though, has now increased as he's paying to repaint a portion of my van, and needless-to-say, he wouldn't be covered by AMA [i]if he had it,[/i] which, of course, he doesn't.) While this situation increases those willing to get into the hobby, it also increases the likelihood that those too lazy, or unconcerned to bother with training or instruction to join it. I live in Melbourne, FL now, and it's 20+ miles to the closest field, the field requires membership, and the membership is $80/yr. Personally, that's not much to ask for all of the benefits, but many can find an open field, and with 2.4 technology, they don't even have much to worry about with regard to interference. [color=#00FF00]There are things we can do; *Urge manufacturers through letters and reviews, to promote clubs and the AMA with more vigor. Ask them to emblazon the message on their packaging and manuals. *Provide pamphlets and/or flyers to hobby shops and other retailers selling R/C products, and urge them to put those pamphlets in with every R/C sale. *Express ALL the benefits of joining a club, and the AMA. *Many hobby shops provide a discount to club members. If so, ask them to post that information so that new R/Cers see it and it will increase the likelihood that they join a club and seek instruction. *Make your club's presence known. Advertise your club events any and every way you can: hobby shops, toy stores, forums, ect. *Make "Gift Certificates" providing 1, 2, or 3 "free" training flights wherein you provide the plane, instructor, and buddy-box, and they just show up to have your club instructors available to provide training flights. Specify a date so as to entice those interested to get off their keesters and do it. (This worked for us at the Denver R/C Eagles: http://www.denverrceagles.org/) when I was in Denver. We ended up with something like 27 people taking us up on the offer, several instructors literally flew all day, and several new members joined as a result, including [b][i]one of whom later became president![/i][/b] *Our local club, Indian River Kontrol Society (IRKS - http://www.irks.org/) has separate fields for gliders, helis, and electrics. [color=#9900CC]A great idea,[/color] if you have the room. *Be pro-active. Go out of your way to promote membership, and even more-so, training. If you've got more ideas, let us know! Best of luck! Joe [/color]
Posted on: 5/28/2012 1:04 PM by Author "rcbadger" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: A Beginner - wanting to have a trainer plane + engine - please help
Sir Peet, Over the years I've found that the weakest part of any project has to be the distructions.(as I call them.) Usually, they are translated by someone in China whose sister knew someone that was married to someone that spoke English. Given that, they're really pretty good. All you can do is rely on your common sense, your experience, and the experience of others like you're doing here. I've just perused the manual online, and don't know what someone told you regarding to the z-bend, however, usually the push rods are z-bent using a tool called a z-bender at the point of contact for the servo control arm, and threaded for a clevis at the other end. In this case they are using a single 90 degree bend with a keeper. ("Straper") This worx well, and there's no need for you to change it from my point of view. (I am not a fan of those connectors they're showing you attaching to the throttle servo, and might recommend changing that with a Z-bend.) From what i can see, they may have been referring to the point wherein the push-rods exit the fuse on the way to the elevator and/or rudder. I vaguely recall (it's been 6 yrs) making a LARGE version of a z-bend with needle nose pliers to reduce the friction at these points. The manual just has them bowing on their way to the control surfaces, but I felt there was far too much drag on the rods and bent them. HOWEVER, this made them too short to reach both. It was an easy fix though, as I had a few spare 30" control rods, threaded on one end, and just cut and bent them to fit. This reduced the friction on the rods and provided more than ample length to reach all necessary points. Take one of the old rods and put a standard z-bend in it to replace the throttle one, if you chose to replace that odd connector, that is... Sorry, I can't think of any reason that the gear and the tank have to be done in any particular order. [:o] Good luck, Joe
Posted on: 5/27/2012 8:19 AM by Author "rcbadger" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: Can you tell me what airplane this is...?
S&L Stick is correct. Other Stix have shoulder-mounted wings...
Posted on: 5/27/2012 7:02 AM by Author "rcbadger" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: is this normal? Electric motor mounted to the right
Another example of torque correction is how, on full-scale multi-engined aircraft (like Mr. Buckner's P-38, for example) [;)], have engines rotating in opposite directions. As mentioned before, your engine offset is fine. Best of luck.
Posted on: 5/27/2012 6:50 AM by Author "rcbadger" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: where to put my battery pack? help
Usually the manual shows mounting the battery in the compartment where the servos are. OK if the CG is close. If not, I have mounted the battery in foam over the fuel tank which is further toward the front and will eliminate at least SOME of the parasitic weight of the lead stick-ons, etc, and will cause less havoc if the weights ever come loose. It's not a good idea to wrap the battery in aluminum, or any other conductive material. Should some contact with bare conductors occur, due to abrasion with the metal for instance, all kinds of things might come about, none I can think of would be good. While I have never done it, I've seen Mr. Bruckner's suggestion put to use also, and with good results, likely even further reducing the need of parasitic weight.
Posted on: 5/27/2012 6:41 AM by Author "rcbadger" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: Engine Mounting Problem
If the prop is going to touch the "cheeks" it will likely be at idle. At full-throttle the prop is being bent slightly away from the "cheeks," so check it at idle. MANY planes have the engine offset to counter the torque of the spinning engine-mass and prop. This torque makes the aircraft want to yaw to the left, so the engine is offset to the right to counter this tendency. This is generally not much of a problem on a trike landing gear (lg) set-up, like you have, but will still be noticeable with rapid throttle increase, especially on the ground. Just don't "slap" the stick. Apply throttle gradually. Tail-draggers, especially short coupled (short distance between main and tail gear) such as the Cub, are notoriously hard to handle on the ground due to this condition. Just keep your throttle application gradual on take-off or touch-and-go, and all should be fine. This is a good idea for any situation except for emergencies, and later on, aerobatics. If you don't have one, find an instructor. Just go to the field you'd like to fly at and ask. Then ask your instructor for if he has any hints/requirements for your assembly/training. The LA comes in around 1.0 horsepower (by OS spex) and the AX around 1.6. The LA should be more than ample to tug your 5# trainer about unless you are at high altitude like Denver, for instance. (Denver R/C Eagles field is at 5,500' MSL). Hope this helps, not that others haven't give good ideas already. Best of luck!
Posted on: 5/27/2012 6:30 AM by Author "rcbadger" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: A Beginner - wanting to have a trainer plane + engine - please help
Sir Peet, Here's a link on RCU that covers a lot on the Mach I, including some tips... http://www.rcuniverse.com/product_guide/kitprofile.cfm?kit_id=3240 Best of luck, and welcome aboard! Badger
Posted on: 5/27/2012 6:00 AM by Author "rcbadger" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: Need Remote Control Help for old Hobbico Sky Runner
Anytime. This is a great hobby, one that can be enjoyed/shared by father and son, but don't be surprised if the son outpaces the dad; they grew up with joysticks in their hands. ;) All inclusive electric planes like the one I mentioned make getting into the hobby pretty inexpensive too. It likely takes at least 30 minutes to charge a battery after use, plus the time (15 minutes) to cool down from flying, and then the time (15 minutes) to cool after charging, so the more batteries, the better. Once you see what connectors it takes, you can buy batteries less expensively at http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/index.rc and others... Good luck, and again, anytime.
Posted on: 5/24/2012 4:00 AM by Author "rcbadger" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: A Beginner - wanting to have a trainer plane + engine - please help
SirPeet, Having instructed 44 people to solo, I strongly recommend your checking with whomever your instructor will be. Not only for the reasons put forth by RedHead and John Buckner, which, b-t-w are great reasons, but also your local guys may have, or know where to find, a used trainer and/or other gear in good shape for a great price. Many times my former students move on to higher-performance planes, and want to sell the old, but good workhorse to fund their new thoroughbred. Best of luck, Joe
Posted on: 5/23/2012 10:22 PM by Author "rcbadger" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: Need Remote Control Help for old Hobbico Sky Runner
Porkpie - here's a good loink for beginner and trainer aircraft at reasonable prices. They are far from the only ones out there, but I have dealt with them successfully on more than one occasion, and the selection is good. http://www.bananahobby.com/?_kk=electric%20fighter%20RC%20jets&_kt=98fd36b3-660e-431f-80fa-2e8602641705&gclid=CKbthJG12K0CFZMj7AodthP50g I've trained two guys on this model: http://www.bananahobby.com/1937.html and believe it to be a superior trainer. Has 4 channels, so you have ailerons, but also dihedral in the wing allowing for ease of rudder use to turn. Motor facing up and aft to protect the prop/motor during inevitable hard training landings, and very forgiving foam construction. Get the extra battery, and the brushless upgrade if you can afford it, you won't be sorry. Can't do both? Get the upgraded motor.
Posted on: 5/23/2012 10:08 PM by Author "rcbadger" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: HOBBY king going down the tube?
I'm with "V" top some extent. They should have offered to replace the wing. I know these are superficial damages, but damaged is damaged. I'm an electrician, and if I buy damaged goods, I get them replaced cheap or not. On the other hand, it wouldn't take much to hide the blemishes, and they won't have any noticeable effect on performance. I'd recommend taking the $10 and hiding the damage or asking them if they'd replace the wing.
Posted on: 5/17/2012 12:22 PM by Author "rcbadger" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: Help us save our flying field - sign this petition
Signed in Florida. Also, as reference:[color=#33FF99] Cherry Creek State Park, Centennial, Colorado home of the Denver R/C Eagles[/color], and [color=#6600FF]Markham Park, Sunrise, FL, home of Markham Park Pilots Association, the Broward County Radio Control Association, the 332nd Red Tail RC Flyers, and the Broward County Helicopter Pilots Association.[/color]
Posted on: 5/17/2012 12:06 PM by Author "rcbadger" in the forum "RC Jets"
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