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RE: Global Skylane 45-60 build
Did you happen to check the back of the wing plans? The fuse plans were printed on the reverse. I just picked up one of these NIB, looking forward to flying it.
Posted on: 9/18/2011 7:16 PM by Author "rcsoar4fun"
in the forum "Kit Building"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10723274
RE: Dodson Windsong
Now if someone was interesting in cutting some new cores in RG-15 or maybe MH-32 and glass bagging them to fit a Windsong.... [:D]
Posted on: 8/10/2011 2:48 PM by Author "rcsoar4fun"
in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10664642
RE: Dodson Windsong
If all you want to do is fly club TD contests just stick some servos in it and go fly. [:)] It was about 5 years ago a Lovesong won at Visalia. The issue with the Windsong is the lack of a spar that ends at the wing tip. As I recall it terminates at the aileron junction. However, the Windsong also launches very well on a moderate pull. A very strong pull on launch mainly is beneficial if you plan a strong zoom at the end. Even with a bullet proof wing the airfoil will prevent a big zoom anyway. Adding weight will just increase sink and landing speeds. Also keep in mind the E214 is a very thick wing compared to some modern airfoils. The good news is the extra thickness adds a great deal of strength. The issue with glassing the wings of an old airplane is you have no good way to judge the bond underneath. The aileron and flap sizes are fine, they are very honest flying airplanes and great thermal machines. The 'Song will land very slowly when built stock. Stick the aileron servos in the wings. The mixer setup was ahead of its time, but just not worth the hassle these days. Also look around and find the details for "tripping" the E214. It made a huge difference.
Posted on: 8/10/2011 9:57 AM by Author "rcsoar4fun"
in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10664254
RE: Bob Dodson/LoveSong
There is a Yahoo group dedicated to Bob's planes. Join the group and post with exactly what you are looking for. You will find something pretty quickly.
Posted on: 1/16/2011 7:27 PM by Author "rcsoar4fun"
in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10268691
Building AMA Delta Dart with kids
My wife is teaching art with elementary school kids this year. It is a private school with very advanced kids. She was looking for something different to do with them and I suggested building Delta Darts. Has anyone around here done this before? How old were the kids? Suggestions?
Posted on: 10/16/2010 12:15 PM by Author "rcsoar4fun"
in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10072343
RE: ls-3 scale
I actually have one of these about ready to be covered. Everyone I have spoken with have the same thing to say. Its a great flying airplane when built stock. They are good slope and thermal planes. Not the fastest thing around, but much better than a lot of scale birds for thermal work. Overall just a good honest airplane. I had my doubts about the elevator pushrod setup. However, after setting it up per plans I have to say its solid with no slop.
Posted on: 8/28/2010 12:43 AM by Author "rcsoar4fun"
in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9964723
RE: INFORMATION ABOUT DUMAS HERITAGE 12 METER SAILBOAT
The Heritage is an EC-12, you may find answers to your questions at www.ec12.info .
Posted on: 4/11/2010 10:54 PM by Author "rcsoar4fun"
in the forum "RC Sailboats"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9654192
RE: Advice needed on excessive wiring.
You can do that, but it can be a bit of work to plug and unplug. A little more elegant solution is to plug the battery into an aileron extension, it takes up less room but is easier to connect.
Posted on: 10/1/2009 7:36 PM by Author "rcsoar4fun"
in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9139650
RE: Resurecting a Lovesong
I have a couple of Lovesong and Pivot kits around, I plan on converting one of each to electric. Both planes do pretty well with a little weight, electric shouldn't be a problem. I would avoid too much power on the lovesong, the E214 just isn't a very fast airfoil.
Posted on: 5/5/2009 6:35 PM by Author "rcsoar4fun"
in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8743635
RE: Resurecting a Lovesong
Chip, looks like a good bird. The lovesongs are hard to beat, even now. Once you fly one nothing else is ever the same. [:D]
Posted on: 5/27/2008 8:14 PM by Author "rcsoar4fun"
in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7548491
RE: Mini Pred 3D
Its on the Century website, just looks to be distributed through them and not a Century heli per se. Certainly not a mini predator [8|] http://www.centuryuk.com/
Posted on: 12/19/2007 6:20 PM by Author "rcsoar4fun"
in the forum "Century - Predator, Hawk IV, Falcon, Raven"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6779411
RE: Airtronics Cumic -- Need building advice-- Alerons or not?
My father had a Cumic with ailerons, this is the way to go. The Cumic is a little faster than some of the other poly birds out there, the ailerons make it a lot easier to fly. It will still thermal with the best of them.
Posted on: 11/10/2007 12:01 PM by Author "rcsoar4fun"
in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6605060
RE: Norvel .074 inverted
My .074 has bitten me once already, I am very careful around it now. :)
Posted on: 10/5/2007 2:03 PM by Author "rcsoar4fun"
in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6453224
Norvel .074 inverted
I have recently installed a Norvel .074 in a Herr Cub with floats. I hate the way it sticks out of the cowl, will these run alright upside down?
Posted on: 10/5/2007 11:20 AM by Author "rcsoar4fun"
in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6452780
Herr Cub on floats
So my girlfriend came through for my birthday and got me a Herr Cub. I am thinking it really needs a set of floats, has anyone flown it off the Herr floats? What would be a good power combination with it on the floats? I have a Norvel 049 and 074, but I worry the 49 is not enough and the 74 overkill. How about the 061? Kristopher
Posted on: 8/9/2007 9:53 AM by Author "rcsoar4fun"
in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6215713
RE: ex-Raptor 50 owner....Wants Raven
I have put a bit of time on my Raven and flew the crap out of a couple of hawks, I never had trouble with the tube. I very much prefer it to the help system. Just seems smoother. As far as comparing the two, I have flown both. Nothing really hard 3D, just moving into that stuff now, but I have done all the basics. The best thing I can say is I have a blinged Raptor and an old worn out Raven. I am selling the Raptor [:D] The Raven is a solid machine that to me feels much more like a mini 90 than a big 30. You really can't go wrong. The downside is there is not as much bling out there for the century machines, because its simply not needed. Kristopher
Posted on: 10/15/2006 9:00 AM by Author "rcsoar4fun"
in the forum "Century - Predator, Hawk IV, Falcon, Raven"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4869775
RE: Unofficial Nitro Hammer Thread
Nope, it doesnt work. I recut at the pond and it works, but not real well. I am going to order some new ones from Tower tonight. Also broke the rudder today :) Kristopher
Posted on: 8/13/2006 11:12 PM by Author "rcsoar4fun"
in the forum "Speed - RC Nitro Boats"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4619572
RE: Unofficial Nitro Hammer Thread
Anyone tried the props from the Miss Bud? My prop broke today, that is the only replacement I can get locally.
Posted on: 8/13/2006 1:06 AM by Author "rcsoar4fun"
in the forum "Speed - RC Nitro Boats"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4616181
RE: Unofficial Nitro Hammer Thread
anyone know at what speed the Hammer starts to chine walk? After some tweaks on mine I cannot got over about 85% throttle without really back walking. Trim wise it seems pretty good, but on water with ripples it gets very unstable at full throttle and wants to blow over. I guess the tweaks went a little too well :) Kristopher
Posted on: 8/12/2006 9:54 PM by Author "rcsoar4fun"
in the forum "Speed - RC Nitro Boats"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4615547
RE: Unofficial Nitro Hammer Thread
Stay away from most airplane fuels. Either get a boat fuel or a heli fuel, which is normally easier to find than a boat fuel.
Posted on: 8/10/2006 10:33 PM by Author "rcsoar4fun"
in the forum "Speed - RC Nitro Boats"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4608363
RE: Unofficial Nitro Hammer Thread
Anyone know the ballpark setting for the low speed needle? I picked up a used boat and both needles were way out of wack. I got them close, just curious what was the factory setting. Kristopher
Posted on: 8/9/2006 12:20 PM by Author "rcsoar4fun"
in the forum "Speed - RC Nitro Boats"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4601883
RE: Unofficial Nitro Hammer Thread
Anyone have a CEN motor they could take some measurements off of? Kristopher
Posted on: 8/4/2006 11:29 AM by Author "rcsoar4fun"
in the forum "Speed - RC Nitro Boats"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4582565
RE: Deep Vee plans
One of those might work, but showing as not yet available :(
Posted on: 8/4/2006 8:26 AM by Author "rcsoar4fun"
in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4582005
Deep Vee plans
Anyone know where I can get a set of deep vee plans? I want to build something cheap to play around with, decide if I like gas boats or not. I plan on running a Homelite 25cc in it. Kristopher
Posted on: 8/4/2006 12:41 AM by Author "rcsoar4fun"
in the forum "Speed - RC Gas Boats"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4581385
RE: Offical Nitro Hammer Thread
Anyone tried one of the CEN Racing .18 marine motors? For less than $100 it seems like it could be a cheap replacement and have a bit more power. http://www.offshoreelectrics.com/forsale_nitroaccess.htm Boat should be here in the next few days, have to figure out how to tweak it :) Kristopher
Posted on: 8/2/2006 1:57 PM by Author "rcsoar4fun"
in the forum "Speed - RC Nitro Boats"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4575312
RE: Dodgson Saber Manual
C-130, send me a PM with your email address and I will send you a copy. Kristopher
Posted on: 6/18/2006 6:22 AM by Author "rcsoar4fun"
in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4402585
RE: Just Got a Century Raven 50
The Raven is one sweet heli. I have a Stinger 50, which is basically a Raptor with a different head. The Stinger flies okay, better than a 30, but NOTHING like the Raven. The Raven feels very smooth in the air, like a much bigger ship. I have a .50 Hyper and Jr 500T on mine, a very good combination. Kristopher
Posted on: 1/30/2006 11:25 PM by Author "rcsoar4fun"
in the forum "Century - Predator, Hawk IV, Falcon, Raven"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=3847865
RE: Tell me about the Century Hawk Pro!
Can't beat it. I have a Sport with a few upgrades like the tube drive. Fantastic machine, taught me to fly helis and now moved me into acrobatics. Kristopher
Posted on: 9/3/2005 6:03 PM by Author "rcsoar4fun"
in the forum "Century - Predator, Hawk IV, Falcon, Raven"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=3326112
RE: Century Hawk agghhh
How bad is it bent? Normally they can be bent back into shape without issue. Dumb question, but are the screws on the weight loose? Did you get some threadlock down inside the hole? If so try heating them with a torch, they should come loose. Kristopher
Posted on: 9/3/2005 6:02 PM by Author "rcsoar4fun"
in the forum "Century - Predator, Hawk IV, Falcon, Raven"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=3326106
RE: H9 Aresti 40
I have been abusing the Aresti for about a year now, running a TT.46. It will knife edge very well. It wil travel the entire length of the field wit 1/2 rudder throw and a slight forward pressure on the stick. No roll coupling. Rolls and loops are great as well. It will do some mild 3d stuff, but that is probably as much a pilot limitation as anything else. One minor setup issue to watch out for. The plane should be 0-0-0, but some seem to be coming out of the factory with a little positive on the wing. Also watch the weight in the nose, mine required a few ounces in the tail. Kristopher
Posted on: 6/17/2005 11:52 PM by Author "rcsoar4fun"
in the forum "Sport Flying"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=3084953
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