RE: RC Aerodyne stands behind their products and sales!
I have also brought items from RC Aerodyne. My story was when i brought a a-109 fuse, after building it i took it out for its maiden flight. first flight started good and then about the third lap around the field, i was coming out of the base leg turn and it happen one second i ‘am flying then the next i ‘am falling. the front half decide to depart the aircraft through the blades. end result, not good. so after that, i took it home and look it over thinking maybe a little fiberglass and some paint, i might be able to save the fuse. nothing to save. so i contacted rc aerodyne to explain what happen, and what can we do to get this replace(maybe a little discount on the next purchase, i really like their kit.). Cliff was the person i was dealing with. he said he would send me another one for the same price, i thought that was great. what i didn’t know was the meaning of new one. not only did he send me a new one, he also through in a nav light set . all of this, send to me, free of charge. how many company can you say give this kind of service i was shock. they back what they sell, now this is what they did for me, the fault might of been part mine and part there, but we didn’t argue over who's it was. they made me a happy customer so just letting people know they do stand behind their product.
Posted on: 9/23/2011 8:13 AM by Author "ripfirer" in the forum "Scale RC Helicopters"
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RE: Long EZ owners
I use to own one a few years back untill it did the 6 million dollar dance. Anyway I been looking to buy another one but not from nitroplane, i had one last year and it was bad craftmanship. I had the same problem as dubflyer, my fix was to put a 1/4-24 plastic bolt with a blind nut in the front. flying it was fun as the wings always wag through out the whole flight including landing.I got tired of flying it and hung it up, but that first i own was the best i ever had.nw i am searching for another one so far two company i order from return my money because they were back order i come to learn they dont keep there site up to date as they said they would. who who otu there selling long ez not including nitroplane.
Posted on: 3/20/2011 8:12 PM by Author "ripfirer" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: tail boom torque tube
Been there, done that and no they do not have what am looking for but i did find a company up north that can make what i need. rotorsport, i did not find the size i needed, but thanks that the first place i went at the start of this project
Posted on: 2/17/2011 12:33 PM by Author "ripfirer" in the forum "Century - Predator, Hawk IV, Falcon, Raven"
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tail boom torque tube
I'am looking for anyone that sell torque tube. century and a few other places have it, but no one has it in the length am looking for. I need it to be at least three feet. Had anyone look for this tube other than hobby stores? I have all the hardware i need, this is for a longer than normal boom.
Posted on: 1/14/2011 6:24 AM by Author "ripfirer" in the forum "Century - Predator, Hawk IV, Falcon, Raven"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10260919

RE: Splash 1
Just a question, Am curiosity about how many wasps, bees, birds etc...... Meet their deaf by being suck into turbine or just smack out of the air? At the speed these planes fly, is there any evidence of such event after a flight. As for birds how many made it back safe? I had a bird strike flying a champion 45, I was coming across the deck at 10ft wide open at when a dove cross my path we made contact, lots of feather, bid fell five feet from me and I landed, after inspecting the plane. I couldn’t believe there was no damage but this might be a difference case for you guys.
Posted on: 8/25/2010 12:42 PM by Author "ripfirer" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: experimental? heli ID - anyone know this?
go to youtube and search for "Lockheed AH-56 Cheyenne video" petty good vid.
Posted on: 8/11/2010 4:01 PM by Author "ripfirer" in the forum "Scale RC Helicopters"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9926741

RE: experimental? heli ID - anyone know this?
My dad told me a lot of story about this helicopter. anyway here some info on it. Lockheed AH-56 Cheyenne From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia The AH-56 Cheyenne was a four-bladed, single-engine attack helicopter developed by Lockheed for the United States Army's Advanced Aerial Fire Support System (AAFSS) program to produce the Army's first dedicated attack helicopter. Lockheed designed the AH-56 utilizing a rigid-rotor and configured the aircraft as a compound helicopter; with low-mounted wings and a tail-mounted thrusting propeller. The compound helicopter design was powered by a GE T64 turboshaft engine and was intended to provide a 212-knot (244 mph, 393 km/h) dash capability in order to serve as an armed escort to the Army's transport helicopters, such as the UH-1 Iroquois. The AH-56 was armed with a 30 mm (1.18 in) cannon in a belly turret and either a 7.62 mm (.308 in) minigun or a 40 mm (1.57 in) grenade launcher in a nose turret. Two hardpoints under each wing were capable of mounting 2.75 inch (70 mm) rocket launchers and TOW missiles. Two additional hardpoints under the fuselage were equipped for carrying external fuel tanks. In 1966, the Army awarded Lockheed a contract to develop 10 prototypes of the AH-56. The first flight of an AH-56 occurred on 21 September 1967. In January 1968, the Army awarded Lockheed a production contract, based on flight testing progress. A fatal crash and technical problems affecting performance put Cheyenne development behind schedule, resulting in the production contract being canceled on 19 May 1969.[1] Cheyenne development continued in the hope that the helicopter would eventually enter service. In 1966 the Army ordered the simpler AH-1G Cobra as an interim attack aircraft for combat in Vietnam. But as American involvement in Vietnam was winding down the Army canceled the Cheyenne program on 9 August 1972. Controversy over the Cheyenne's role in combat, as well as the political climate regarding military acquisition programs had caused the Army to amend the service's attack helicopter requirements in favor of a twin-engine, conventional helicopter; viewed as less technical and more survivable.[2] The Army announced a new program for an Advanced Attack Helicopter on 17 August 1972.[3] This lead to the successful AH-64 Apache attack helicopter, a conventional helicopter emphasizing armor protection, armed with laser-guided missiles and cannon.
Posted on: 8/11/2010 3:48 PM by Author "ripfirer" in the forum "Scale RC Helicopters"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9926712

RE: Need Help, Identify this Heli
Here a site that show all the parts. it will take a little time finding what you lookin for, but it will work for you. http://www.heliguy.com/nexus/manual.html. also a 32 work great for this heli. give me a ring if you want the part i have (8257511 ask for bernard). they will need to be clean as they being sitting around collecting dusk
Posted on: 5/14/2010 11:48 AM by Author "ripfirer" in the forum "RC Helicopter General Discussions"
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RE: Need Help, Identify this Heli
It a Kyosho nexus. I had two. I think i saw some parts that fit this heli at Second chance hobbie. If you look on ebay, i seem them on there too. I dont think anyone is still flying this bird. I got an old Kyosho concept 30 that the parts are interchangeable, if you want it for part it your, no cost.I see you are close to me. I live off of 78/walzem. let me know
Posted on: 5/14/2010 11:29 AM by Author "ripfirer" in the forum "RC Helicopter General Discussions"
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belt size
I have a scale fuse that i put a dragonus II in it. after i got it set up. i needed to change to a longer belt . the problem is i cant find a company that has the size i need not yet. there are number on it but i don't know how to read them, i search for info and still not sure if i got it right. on this belt that i found in my junk drawer it the prefect fit but damage. here what on the belt : MG1033 24099 127 I know these number tell the story,but like i said not sure. I think the first three (240) is no# of teeth and i think the 99 is equal to a degree of pitch. does any one have any suggestion on what these number mean? and where can i buy it. I believe this came from an old Kalt Helli. thank for any help
Posted on: 3/5/2010 11:35 AM by Author "ripfirer" in the forum "RC Helicopter Heaven Support"
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BAE hawk
I Been looking to buy a AMD hawk arrow. I have look all over the net and everyone that sell them are out of stock. Some of them I have call and they say they will have them in a week or two, this been going on for about two month. Does anyone know a company that has them and are in stock? By the way am looking for the 48 size DF model not the clone that going around thank.
Posted on: 3/30/2009 11:33 AM by Author "ripfirer" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: How do you hold your transmitter sticks
My two always fought when they were together,so i had to seperated them. Thumb are better, feel more comfortable.
Posted on: 3/3/2009 10:11 AM by Author "ripfirer" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: WIN A FREE Scale Fuselage from V-East & Graupner Helis
I want it.
Posted on: 1/15/2009 9:37 AM by Author "ripfirer" in the forum "RC Helicopter General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8360575

RE: WIN A FREE Scale Fuselage from V-East & Graupner Helis
sign me up
Posted on: 1/14/2009 11:46 AM by Author "ripfirer" in the forum "RC Helicopter General Discussions"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8357159

RE: WIN A FREE Scale Fuselage from V-East & Graupner Helis
let it be me.
Posted on: 1/13/2009 1:32 PM by Author "ripfirer" in the forum "RC Helicopter General Discussions"
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RE: WIN A FREE Scale Fuselage from V-East & Graupner Helis
one sweet heli
Posted on: 1/8/2009 1:34 PM by Author "ripfirer" in the forum "RC Helicopter General Discussions"
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RE: WIN A FREE Scale Fuselage from V-East & Graupner Helis
pick me pick me lol
Posted on: 12/28/2008 2:56 AM by Author "ripfirer" in the forum "RC Helicopter General Discussions"
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RE: Sig Wonder
Over the years ,I have built several of these little baby's. There the most fun one could ever have. Two of them I put rudder, talk about a flat spin, wow. it the first plane that i seen that could climb in a flat spin. But I prefer the 32 it give the best balance for plane/engine. The 40's are good if you like the speed which i do, but wing loading is a bear, it not much fun fighting the elevator a slow speed for those of you that like slow acrobat maneuver then the 15 is a good deal. Get one and you will be a believer. just my 2cent.
Posted on: 6/3/2008 1:02 PM by Author "ripfirer" in the forum "Sport Flying"
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RE: New 81" P-47 ARF coming from Hangar 9
I bought the H9 kit two weeks ago.I wasnt planing to build this one for a couple of weeks, but if anyone want any close-up shot of different part,send me a e-mail and I will try to post them here
Posted on: 3/31/2006 3:14 PM by Author "ripfirer" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=4107680