RE: What size of RC planes do you like?
I fly anything from a .010 size Li'l Roughneck (remember those???) to giant scale and anything in between. Gas, glow or electric powered...it doesn't matter to me! My wife says that rc aircraft is a sickness with me...just a sickness! I reply, "Well, it's better than alcoholism!" BTW, I have been building and flying rc for over 35 years and will never quit! Jake
Posted on: 8/22/2012 11:05 PM by Author "rcjake" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: Grammar
hukd on foniks wurkd 4 me... Jake
Posted on: 8/15/2012 8:33 PM by Author "rcjake" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: JR Hobbies kits
I will look around and find some photos of our old 1.2a planes to post here, Todd. Just give me a few days... Who is selling the Ace wings, TampaRC? Jake
Posted on: 7/3/2012 6:29 PM by Author "rcjake" in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
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RE: Sig Smith Miniplane build
[quote]ORIGINAL: senrak Jake, The Smith Miniplane is still available from Sig. Here is the link. http://www.sigmfg.com/cgi-bin/dpsmart.exe/MainMenuFV5.html?E+Sig Go to aircraft-RC kits-scale models. [/quote] Thanks for the info. I know that the kits are available from Sig, however, being the cheap guy that I am... [8|] Jake
Posted on: 7/2/2012 2:26 PM by Author "rcjake" in the forum "Kit Building"
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JR Hobbies kits
Many years ago, a friend and I had a company in Illinois called JR Hobbies (for Jerry & Roger Hobbies) Among other 40 to 60 size sport and scale planes, I designed a few 1/2a kits that we produced and marketed. One of them was a scaled down version of my .40 size airplane called the Whoot. The 1/2a version I named the Half A Whoot (1/2a Whoot) Another was a scaled down version of the 40 size Fokker D-8 that I named the B-4. (1/2a D-8) These kits were of balsa/ply construction and used the Ace foam wings. Very durable and fun to fly with a .049-.051! We even ran the Cox .051 RC with muffler on one of the Half A Whoots. The Muffler didn't work well (it was leaky and loud) but the rc carb worked...kinda... I still have some Ace foam wings and have been thinking that I may need to build a few of our old kits and electrify them. Nostalgia, you know... We had a lot of fun with the business and even had a booth on the main floor at the Toledo Expo for 4 years. Does anyone remember JR Hobbies? Jerry (AKA Jake)
Posted on: 6/30/2012 11:49 PM by Author "rcjake" in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
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RE: Sig Smith Miniplane build
Many, [b][i][color=#FF0000]MANY[/color][/i][/b] years ago (about 34!) the Sig Smith Miniplane was my second airplane. The first was a 3 channel Sig Kadet. So, I went from a trike gear 3 channel trainer to a 4 channel tail draggin' biplane! (I had a great instructor!) Anyway, that little bipe with a ST-45 was a great little flyer. This thread has got me the itch to build another, so I guess I will need to find a kit someone has laying around that they are not planning on building... Jake
Posted on: 6/30/2012 11:30 PM by Author "rcjake" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Blairdan51 is a
My understanding is if you pay for an item with a Postal Money Order and do not receive the item, the FBI will get involved because it is mail fraud. Fortunately, I have not had to find this out personally! Jake
Posted on: 6/30/2012 10:33 PM by Author "rcjake" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: D-Day Remembered 6-6-44
One of my Uncles was in the second wave to hit Omaha Beach. He would never talk about his war experiences... Jake
Posted on: 6/8/2012 7:03 AM by Author "rcjake" in the forum "RC Tanks"
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RE: Balsa USA Fokker DR1 1/4 scale
Nice Tripe, WacoNut! I attended Frank Ryder's Aerodrome '92 (full size WWI aircraft fly-in). There were 6 Fokker DR-I replicas in different color schemes. I was able to talk with the pilots and learned a lot about the handling characteristics of the triplane. Now, some of the tripes had steerable tailwheels (and none with the radial engines) and used both the paved runway and grass for take-offs and landings. When the pilots were lined up to take off, they would hold full down elevator before powering up. When the tail came up, the elevator was released and the rest of the take-off was uneventlful. Landings did not pose a problem that I saw. One of the pilots flew his Fokker DR-I from Oregon to Aabama. I asked him if he made many stops for fuel, he told me no. But he did stop to rest his right leg and arms. It seems that he had to hold a lot of right rudder for straight and level flight, and was always moving the joystick around to keep it going where he wanted. He could never relax! The aircraft was such a great fighter due to it being so unstable...according to him. Jake
Posted on: 4/19/2012 10:42 PM by Author "rcjake" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: What did you get?
I got TWO lumps of coal this year, instead of ONE like I got last year. I must have been better this year!!!
Posted on: 12/25/2011 8:04 PM by Author "rcjake" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: What do you drive?
Mine..."Moby Dick" 1999 F-350 Super Cab Super Duty 4x4 7.3 diesel with 6 speed manual transmission. [image]http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s198/AZ-Bahaw/1999%20F-350%20Super%20Duty/RightFront.jpg[/image] My Wife's..."Low Tech" 1965 F-100 Styleside longbed 240 six, three on the tree, manual brakes, manual steering and no rust!!! [image]http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s198/AZ-Bahaw/1965%20F-100%20Project/LowTechCactusGarden.jpg[/image] Jake
Posted on: 6/20/2011 8:12 AM by Author "rcjake" in the forum "Off Topic Forum - Cars, Trucks, Buggies and more"
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RE: ARF's are Kits?
[quote]ORIGINAL: rambler53 [quote]ORIGINAL: huck1199 I have had ARFs that are more challenging to assembly than kits.  [/quote] Name it? Doesn't exist as far as I know. Than again there is junk out there I know better not to buy. Neither are really challenging if you think about it. I never felt more relaxed and received more enjoyment than building a kit. That goes above everything in fact, except for the maiden flight. That is the full reward right there. If you never try it, you will be missing out on a great moment in the hobby that I can't get the same satisfaction from any ARF I ever touched. The more you put into something the more you get out of it, is a common phrase that applies to this. I fly outside AMA clubs with people who also hate AMA clubs, therefore we're all cool there, and smile every weekend we meet. Incident free for 12 years and counting. Quit your club if they're too political and self impressed. We did. [/quote] I hope that you thank the AMA for getting & keeping the frequencies that you use and fighting for your right to fly your planes while you are out with the other AMA haters. Jake
Posted on: 5/27/2011 1:49 PM by Author "rcjake" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: How many would opt out of Model Aviation?
A gallon of fuel or a monthly model magazine? I would much rather have the magazine. After I am done with it, it gets donated to a school or library so others can view it. Jake
Posted on: 5/25/2011 7:59 AM by Author "rcjake" in the forum "AMA Discussions"
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RE: FEAR 2009 in Surprise, AZ!
Jim, Nothing is set, yet. We are working with a couple of clubs that are interested in hosting FEAR 2010. As soo as the details ar worked ojut, I will post the dates and other info. Smooth Landings, Jake
Posted on: 6/9/2010 2:25 PM by Author "rcjake" in the forum "Events, Shows and Fun Fly's - Airplanes"
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RE: Phill Kraft's Super Fli ??
The Super Fli is one of my three all time favorite aircraft along with the Fokker DR-I and P-40 Kittyhawk. If you are interested, you can get a 1/4 scale kit and plans here. http://www.kitcutters.com/Nex/NexSuperFli.htm I have been thinking lately of ordering the kit & plans and building an electric version of the Super Fli. Maybe I will... Smooth Landings, Jake FEAR CD BTW, many, many years ago, I built 2 Super Fli radio control airplane kits. One was by Concept models (40 size) and the other by Bridi (60 size).
Posted on: 10/11/2009 10:39 AM by Author "rcjake" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
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RE: Phill Kraft's Super Fli ??
TFF, The bottom of the wing was painted opposite of the top side. Jake
Posted on: 10/11/2009 2:04 AM by Author "rcjake" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
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RE: FEAR 2009 in Surprise, AZ!
Micro Fasteners ( http://www.microfasteners.com/ ) has just become a sponsor of FEAR 2009. Thanks for your support! Be sure to visit their website and order lots of their neato items for R/C! FEAR-full Jerry
Posted on: 9/17/2009 3:14 PM by Author "rcjake" in the forum "Events, Shows and Fun Fly's - Airplanes"
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RE: FEAR 2009 in Surprise, AZ!
Hi Ed, Here is a map & directions from the ARCS' website. http://www.arcs1.com/club/mustangfield.html If you are coming from NM, follow I-10 through Phoenix to the loop 303. Take it north until you come to Greenway Road. Head west until Greenway ends and go through the gate to the ARCS's Mustang Field. If you need further directions, feel free to contact me. See ya at FEAR 2009! Jerry
Posted on: 9/16/2009 4:40 PM by Author "rcjake" in the forum "Events, Shows and Fun Fly's - Airplanes"
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RE: FEAR 2009 in Surprise, AZ!
FEAR is very near!!! Pro-Built Models ( http://probuiltmodels.net/ ) has just signed up as a sponsor of FEAR 2009. Thank you for your support! Jerry
Posted on: 9/16/2009 1:34 PM by Author "rcjake" in the forum "Events, Shows and Fun Fly's - Airplanes"
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RE: FEAR 2009 in Surprise, AZ!
Two more FEAR 2009 sponsors are Eagletree Systems, LLC ( http://eagletreesystems.com/ ) and Master Airscrew ( http://masterairscrew.com/ ). Thanks for your support which will help to make FEAR 2009 a success! Jerry
Posted on: 8/4/2009 1:12 AM by Author "rcjake" in the forum "Events, Shows and Fun Fly's - Airplanes"
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RE: FEAR 2009 in Surprise, AZ!
Castle Creations and AirfoilZ are now sponsors of FEAR 2009! Thanks guys! Jerry
Posted on: 8/1/2009 7:17 PM by Author "rcjake" in the forum "Events, Shows and Fun Fly's - Airplanes"
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RE: FEAR 2009 in Surprise, AZ!
The stripes on the runway, safety cages and pit areas will be painted this weekend, then the runway project will be completed. It has been an expensive project, but worthwhile! The following is a list of the companies that are either a sponsor or vendor of FEAR 2009: 1. Rite Wing 2. Nico Hobbies 3. Master Airscrew 4. Cermark 5. Horizon Hobbies 6. Bob Smith Industries 7. Phoenix Freight Handlers 8. Az-Wallscapes 9. BMK Designs (Vendor) 10. Xtreme Power Systems (Vendor) FEAR is near! See ya there!!! Jerry
Posted on: 7/28/2009 1:55 PM by Author "rcjake" in the forum "Events, Shows and Fun Fly's - Airplanes"
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RE: FEAR 2009 in Surprise, AZ!
Whoooooooo.....eeeeeeeeee! This last Thursday, the runway at the ARCS Mustang Field was widened 12 1/2', lengthened 30' and resurfaced along with the staging area just in front of the ramada/pit area. It is really smooooooooo...oooooth! This coming week the new safety fence will be installed and the stripes on the runway and pit will be repainted along with the kitchen area and impound. It will be like having a new field! Make plans now to attend FEAR 2009 and try out the new runway! Here are a few photos! [IMG]http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s198/AZ-Bahaw/FromWestEnd.jpg[/IMG] From the west end of runway looking towards the east. [IMG]http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s198/AZ-Bahaw/CenterofrunwaylookingWest.jpg[/IMG] Froim the center of the runway looking towards the west. [IMG]http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s198/AZ-Bahaw/CenterofrunwaylookingEast.jpg[/IMG] From the center of the runway looking towards the east. Jerry
Posted on: 7/18/2009 4:01 PM by Author "rcjake" in the forum "Events, Shows and Fun Fly's - Airplanes"
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RE: FEAR 2009 in Surprise, AZ!
Hi Jim, I am sure that we can work out a special junior registration fee. How about $10.00 for three days? He will also be eligable for the daily pilot prize drawings. Does that sound fair? Are you guys camping at FEAR this year? Jerry FEAR 2009 CD
Posted on: 5/19/2009 5:18 PM by Author "rcjake" in the forum "Events, Shows and Fun Fly's - Airplanes"
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RE: FEAR 2009 in Surprise, AZ!
Pilot and vedor/sponsor registrations are now open! Got to http://knightflyersaz.com/ and get pre-registered today! Jerry FEAR 2009 CD I think I'll go to the "Spousal Avoidance Center" (workshop) for a while...
Posted on: 5/18/2009 2:47 AM by Author "rcjake" in the forum "Events, Shows and Fun Fly's - Airplanes"
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RE: FEAR 2009 in Surprise, AZ!
AEF 2009 is now over and what a success it was! Bob & crew did an outstanding job as usual. Now it is time to start making plans to attend FEAR 2009 this coming October 2nd-4th in Surprise, AZ. Keep and eye on the following link for upcoming information. http://www.knightflyersaz.com/ Jerry FEAR CD
Posted on: 1/27/2009 8:41 AM by Author "rcjake" in the forum "Events, Shows and Fun Fly's - Airplanes"
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RE: Ever wonder where previous RCU members went?
I have been around since RCO (Gee! That was a long time ago!) and remember chatting every night with many guys. Immungoy, from the Phillipines, was a very interesting guy. I was chatting with him one night and I asked if he was at work. When he told me "Yes", I told him to watch out for the boss. To which he replied, "I am the boss!" Funny!!! I wonder what happened to him... When I was chatting on RCO, I lived in Illinois and would chat which a guy in Phoenix, AZ. Wouldn't you know that my family and I ended up moving to Phoenix and this guy is a friend to this day and we fly together regularly. Thanks RCO and RCU. It has been much fun over the years and I have many friends due to you. Art was one of them.
Posted on: 1/18/2009 1:45 AM by Author "rcjake" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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FEAR 2009 in Surprise, AZ!
Get your planes charged, schedule time off from work, make lodging reservations in Surprise, AZ or get your camper ready! The Fall Electric Aircraft Rendezvous ( FEAR) will be held on October 2nd-4th, 2009 at the ARCS's Mustang Field in Surprise, AZ. make your plans to attend NOW! SEE YA THERE!!! Jerry FEAR 2009 CD
Posted on: 11/2/2008 11:05 PM by Author "rcjake" in the forum "Events, Shows and Fun Fly's - Airplanes"
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RE: Hitting a bird
I hit a bird once with my Tower Hobbies Uproar. While doing quick touch & goes, I saw something flash by my plane and looked back to see a bird spiraling down into the tall cotton with only one wing. After landing my plane, I found no damage to it. The prop must have sliced through the poor thing's wing at the shoulder. I felt bad about it.
Posted on: 10/23/2008 11:54 PM by Author "rcjake" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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FEAR in Surprise, AZ
[b][i][color=#990033]FEAR is NEAR[/color][/i]![/b] The Knight Flyers Electric RC Club and Arizona Radio Control Society (ARCS) are proud to present the 3rd Annual Fall Electric Aircraft Rendezvous (FEAR this October 3rd-5th, 2008. This event is not a contest, but a gathering of pilots flying all types of electric powered aircraft. Further information may be found at the Knights website ( http://www.knightflyersaz.com/ ) and the ARCS website ( http://www.arcs1.com/index.aspx ). We will be having a Night Fly on Friday and Saturday evenings. There will also be a swap shop area, so bring any un-needed/un-wanted items to sell or trade! Camping is allowed onsite with no hookups. We have a lot of fun in the evenings doing 'Armchair Flying" and just visiting. Bring your camper and join in on the fun! I hope to see you at FEAR 2008! Jerry FEAR CD
Posted on: 9/25/2008 6:50 PM by Author "rcjake" in the forum "Events, Shows and Fun Fly's - Airplanes"
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