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RE: Should I get a pilots license?
Hi t-max97, I say go for it. I had the opportunity to take flying lessons when I was 16-17. While I didn't earn a pilots license due to a lack of funds, it was still a great experience. I too was not sure about college. I went for a few years, but did not finish. I am now at a point where I make pretty good money, but it took me until my early 40s, and after going to trade school (Network Engineering). While you can succeed without a degree, and many people do not find work in their fields of study, having a degree of just about any type can still help you when competing with others for a position or for advancement, as it demonstrates your determination. Also, college is a place where you can discover your interests, which often can be the result of a course you would have never previously considered interesting. Also, if you do get your Pilot's License, and then choose to go to college, having a Pilot's license will probably be a great addition to your application!!! Scott
Posted on: 5/31/2013 11:17 PM by Author "saramos"
in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11529642
RE: Sheeting done with Titebond & Heat
Wow, great results on such a complex wing! What was the thickness of your sheeting?
Posted on: 9/16/2012 11:41 PM by Author "saramos"
in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11230686
RE: Sepulveda Basin
The Th is an Electric Fun Fly. The BBQ Fun Fly is on Sept. RD. There seems to be a lot of confusion this year about the date. As to why, it's a mystery to me.
Posted on: 9/8/2012 9:44 PM by Author "saramos"
in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11222414
RE: 1/6 Scale F4U Corsair Group Build
Unfortunately, we lost a great pilot and aircraft restorer and a very rare Super Corsair today. Bob Odegaard was killed while practicing for the upcoming Valley City airshow in North Dakota.
Posted on: 9/7/2012 9:33 PM by Author "saramos"
in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11221432
RE: Sheeting done with Titebond & Heat
I used it with 3/32" sheeting on a Top Flite Spitfire and also on a sport plane. I like the method because I find it more controlled and not having a million pins stuck through the skins and framework. It's been quite a while since the last time I used the method but as I recall, I applied glue to the wing framing, then placed the skin on while still wet to transfer enough glue to the skin to mark it. Then I re-glued the frame for an even coat and applied glue to the matching areas on the skin. I don't think I would try it on anything thicker that 3/32". I've never had a problem with warpage or with de-lamination. It did take some work to get the skin to conform to the compound curves toward the wingtips on the Spitfire's eliptical wing. I used a covering iron to iron the skins on. The support tabs on the Top Flight kits I suspect helped to prevent warpage. If you had a wing with different jigging that allowed for more play, that could make a difference too. In all, I would use the method again. Scott
Posted on: 8/31/2012 9:00 AM by Author "saramos"
in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11212626
RE: Camarillo, CA Channel Islands Condors Field Closure
Great news! I hope things are starting to turn in your favor.
Posted on: 8/30/2012 10:19 PM by Author "saramos"
in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11212286
RE: Easy lines & rivets
One thing to keep in mind with the P-51 is that the rivets on the wings were filled and the wings were painted even on natural aluminum schemes. So unless it was a very weathered or repaired (or inaccurately restored like the P-51B, Macon Belle), the rivets were not visible on the wings. Screwheads, however were visible. Afterall, a screwhead does not work very well if they are filled.[;)] BTW, I've had pretty good results with the chart tape process. Also, scribing does not work when replicating overlapping joints. But I have to say, Leroy, that's the best scribing job I've seen. Scott
Posted on: 8/30/2012 9:02 AM by Author "saramos"
in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11211562
RE: Stick Cutting Tech ?
Those from Fourmost are the ones I use to cut sticks to lenght.
Posted on: 8/26/2012 10:37 PM by Author "saramos"
in the forum "Kit Building"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11207208
RE: Sepulveda Basin
Neal Armstrong passed away today, August 25, 2012 at the age of 82. Scott Ramos
Posted on: 8/25/2012 10:14 PM by Author "saramos"
in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11206150
RE: CARF F4U-1 Corsair build thread
Sorry to hear the news Gary. My condolences to you and your family. Scott Ramos
Posted on: 8/23/2012 3:49 PM by Author "saramos"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11203835
RE: Let's show our Scale Planes off
Great vidiography, editing and sound!
Posted on: 8/22/2012 9:32 PM by Author "saramos"
in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11202926
RE: First Advanced kit build, recommendations on tool purchases recommended
One more recommendation is good lighting. Do not under estimate it's importance. Good lighting is essential to producing a good product and helps eliminate error and fatigue. Scott
Posted on: 8/22/2012 9:25 PM by Author "saramos"
in the forum "Kit Building"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11202920
RE: Sepulveda Basin
Chuck Thompson has done a lot of work scanning all the back issues of the Valley Flyers Newsletters that we have. They can be found here: http://www.valleyflyers.com/newsletters.html If anyone has issuse that are missing, I'm sure Chuck would love to get a hold of them. Scott
Posted on: 8/20/2012 5:36 PM by Author "saramos"
in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11200193
RE: First Advanced kit build, recommendations on tool purchases recommended
I too have a scroll saw that I don't really use. My go-to tools are the band saw, belt/disc sander and the ol trusty dremels, both corded with flex shaft and cordless stylus. From there, skys the limit on what to get for tools. I have from the typical hand tools to a lathe/mill and CNC router. They all get used more that a scroll saw. I'm sure the day will come that I will be glad I have it, but that day has yet to come. Scott
Posted on: 8/19/2012 10:23 PM by Author "saramos"
in the forum "Kit Building"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11199333
RE: Sepulveda Basin
That's a great photo of Corey, though I think today, he would complain about such a large scale model as that 150. I think his B-24 isn't much bigger!! I want to thank everyone who came out to today's Fun Fly and hope everyone had an enjoyable day! Scott
Posted on: 8/19/2012 5:10 PM by Author "saramos"
in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11199041
RE: Sepulveda Basin
That's a great photo of Corey, though I think today, he would complain about such a large scale model as that 150. I think his B-24 isn't much bigger!! I want to thank everyone who came out to today's Fun Fly and hope everyone had an enjoyable day! Scott
Posted on: 8/19/2012 5:06 PM by Author "saramos"
in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11199034
RE: Another Fliteskin ME 109 build thread
I'll have to file that idea away for future use.
Posted on: 8/13/2012 5:17 PM by Author "saramos"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11192257
RE: Let's show our Scale Planes off
Awesome!
Posted on: 8/11/2012 9:22 PM by Author "saramos"
in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11189962
RE: Are we Geeks?
[quote]ORIGINAL: sjpateys Yes that's a good point, about Asia catching up and going the same way as us. Either way it looks like we're screwed. I can see a situation where we all end up unable to comprehend the science behind our modern world, as todays kids might be able to use their Iphones etc like an extension of themselves but do they know how the thing works? No. Â [/quote] While the percentage of people interested or pursuing science and engineering is in decline, the number of people pursuing engineering and science has still been on the incline. In the future, I'm sure that this trend will also go negative, but it doesn't necessarily spell the end for our standard of living. Again, it is the need that is important. In the industrialized world, food is overly abundant (hence the problem with obesity), but the number of people who produce food has been on a steady decline for perhaps a hundred or more years. There is no longer the need for a majority of people to be involved with growing our food. What is does do, however, is to makes us more vulnerable to and more difficult to recover from natural, political, technological or economic disaster. We've seen a mild version of that over the last decade. To bring it back to 'Geek', Geek is the new esoteric and our hobby is more esoteric every day. Even if we are not yet Geeks, we are becoming Geeks. After all, it's a perfect hobby for geeks. So many geeky, esoteric aspects to explore. There's the obvious woodworking, but also metalwork and machining, composites, electronics, programmable ICs, and the list goes on... I already have a dedicated workshop with the obvious band saw, drill press, disk and belt sander, but even some of the more unusual like a mini table saw and CNC router. It's a geeks Paradise... at least to this geek.
Posted on: 8/11/2012 1:17 PM by Author "saramos"
in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11189547
RE: Are we Geeks?
[quote]ORIGINAL: sjpateys Unfortunately we live in an age where being thick is actally preferable by the mainstream, its far more important to be attractive and wealthy- Kim Kardashian and co. are prime example. Â Look at how everything including music is dumbed down and infantile. We have adults dressing and talking like teenagers, because of reality TV etc. Why would these retards admire and have an interest in science and engineering? Its why the western world is falling behind Asia. Â We live today in The Age of The Stupid. Read The Time Machine by H.G. Wells. It prophesised what is happening today very neatly. Â [/quote] While it's true that the admiration and interest in science and engineering has declined in percentage of the population, the need to, order to maintain a comfortable standard of living in western civilization, has proportionally decreased. I don't think that it's so much that we are falling behind Asia, rather I'm sure that as they catch up to the western world in technology and standard of living, the same will most likely happen to them. Another SciFi title that comes to mind is the Foundation Series by Isaac Asimov.
Posted on: 8/11/2012 11:47 AM by Author "saramos"
in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11189453
RE: Are we Geeks?
[size=3]"Geek". It's the new esoteric![/size]
Posted on: 8/11/2012 1:40 AM by Author "saramos"
in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11189052
RE: Sepulveda Basin
Cool. Unfortunately, I'll be arranging a rental as my truck got hit this afternoon coming back from Planes of Fame.
Posted on: 8/3/2012 5:34 PM by Author "saramos"
in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11180140
RE: Where are America's best flying fields
San Diego is a beautiful place, but I am not familiar with the fields down there. Have a great and adventurous trip! Cheers, Scott
Posted on: 8/2/2012 11:45 PM by Author "saramos"
in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11179312
RE: Sepulveda Basin
August events.
Posted on: 8/2/2012 8:31 PM by Author "saramos"
in the forum "The Clubhouse"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11179215
RE: Where are America's best flying fields
If you are going to go through the Los Angeles area, you can stop by the Apollo 11 field at the Sepulveda Basin. It is in the northwest corner where the 101 and the 405 freeways meet. From the 405, you can exit at Burbank Blvd and head west to the first intersection, Woodley Blvd. Turn right (north) on Woodley and the field will be on the left hand side. The entrance is on the north end of the field. This is a public park open to all. Several clubs operate out of this field with the largest being the San Fernando Valley RC Flyers, with 350 members. August 4th will be an All Scale FunFly open to any RC based on a full sized craft. On the 19th of August, I will be hosting a Fun Fly and Swap Meet. It is free to SFVF members and $10 for non members. These are sanctioned AMA events are only open to AMA members. All other days in August are open to the general public. Weekends can be quite exciting. Scott Ramos Secretary, SFVF.
Posted on: 8/2/2012 4:58 PM by Author "saramos"
in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11179029
RE: GROUP BUILD - Top Flite Giant Scale F4U Corsair
Sam, I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your Corsair. Please let us know what your next project is. If you are interested, I've received a request for two static projects. Good luck on your next venture. Scott Ramos
Posted on: 8/1/2012 9:23 AM by Author "saramos"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11177257
RE: GROUP BUILD - Top Flite Giant Scale F4U Corsair
Glad to hear things are turning around for you! Scott
Posted on: 7/27/2012 9:14 PM by Author "saramos"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11171896
RE: Solo propellers is for sale.
Good to see you staying with it!
Posted on: 7/24/2012 9:36 PM by Author "saramos"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11168187
RE: Spitfire Brotherhood (All Spitfires Welcome)
Those came out great, Congratulations!
Posted on: 7/24/2012 9:36 AM by Author "saramos"
in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11167321
RE: Northrop P-61C
Check out Jan Hermkens website. He has a really nice P-61. http://www.janhermkens.nl/ Scott
Posted on: 7/22/2012 4:32 PM by Author "saramos"
in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11164896
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