RE: axial ax10
Dude, do not buy the ax10 rtc. you will wind up paying way too much for hop ups. Buy the ax10 kit, the the novak rooster, or goat with lipos. and a good 3 channel radio, i got a futaba 3 ch set up at tower for 135.oo the third channel will be for dig unit. The kit comes with all the aluminum stuff, the plastic parts on the rtc are weak. Bend and sway under force. It is a very capable crawler, mine will almost go up a wall. Go to rccrawler.com and check out the scorpion builds there. have fun, George
Posted on: 8/26/2009 3:15 PM by Author "stryder" in the forum "RC Rock Crawlers"
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RE: looking for some plans and other help
Try cajun gator rc airboats. They have a simple set of printable plans, plus build pics. Good luck! George
Posted on: 7/1/2009 6:03 PM by Author "stryder" in the forum "RC Airboats"
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RE: How does your wife deal with your RC airplane hobby?
You guy' are sooo lucky. wifey doesn't understand why a grown man wants to play with airplanes. And you know what they say... "when mama ain't happy, ain't nobody happy!" George
Posted on: 6/27/2009 1:39 PM by Author "stryder" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: slate or granite source?
JOEL; Check out this web site, metal top and magnets, as well as, a whole wealth of knowledge on our hobby. www.airfieldmodels.com George
Posted on: 6/6/2009 7:41 PM by Author "stryder" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: ,twisting servo wires
Thanks to all; i wondered if it helped with interference. George
Posted on: 4/23/2009 6:14 PM by Author "stryder" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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,twisting servo wires
Hi all. I have seen some video, and pic's of finished aircraft where the servo lead wires were twisted. What is the purpose of this procedure? Does it have something to do with interference of the signal? I am building a 27% edge 540, and want to do it right. Any help would be much appreciated! Thanks, George
Posted on: 4/22/2009 10:25 PM by Author "stryder" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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Bruce Tharpe's Delta Vortex is back
Thought i would post that Bruce Tharpe Engineering is about to release a new batch of Delta Vortex kits.   I ordered mine yesterday, bruce said he should have the first batch ready to go by the 15th, just in time for christmas. Give bruce a call at 1-800-557-4470 , or go to his website.     www.btemodels.com    Thanks, George
Posted on: 12/11/2008 5:52 PM by Author "stryder" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: kit for .25 engine??
paul swany's taco might work, i have the t-craft 20 on the bench, and am putting a TT pro 36 in mine. The tigermoth is available for that engine as plans only. George
Posted on: 11/13/2008 1:11 PM by Author "stryder" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: A club isn't always available to a beginner
5487, I went to my "local" club, 55 miles one way, every weekend for 5 months with my kadet LT 40. The trainer would either not show , or be to disoriented from heart and diabetes medication to safely fly. We got in 3 flights during that time , while no other member offered to help me solo. I finally got exasperated and went out and learned on my own. By the 3rd plane i was doing good. These fellows are correct in advising others to find a good club, but there as here there are those who have no time for newbie questions. it is easier to let someone else do the answering, and training. But here online there is also the weight of responsibility that goes with that knowledge, are they going to destroy an aircraft, and possibly hurt themselves or someone else?. I think the question should be answered first, then the advice should be given next. As for the recipient of the given knowledge ,(excuse me please) READ the whole reply cmpletely! Too many people skim the reply and dont understand what the meaning truly is and go off half cocked. Some of the members have been answering the same questions so long it gets mundane so, the rest of us should be diligent in research prior to hasty posting. Just my 2 cents, George
Posted on: 11/13/2008 11:37 AM by Author "stryder" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: Bad answers from a LHS!
According to my local hobby shop, carl goldberg retired or passed away, and the company sold. i was going to buy one of the eagle II trainers to teach my neighbor to fly. The hinges are ca and pre installed, and the quality is pretty bad compared to the eagle arf i soloed with 12 years ago. My lhs got to me on a dave patrick ultimate arf, 249.99. which i found later for 200.00 new by cermark who took over patricks stuff. owner stated its a nice plane and puffed alot of smoke. Then i find out patrick is no longer in business, no warranty on missing items, plus its a pos. George
Posted on: 10/3/2008 6:22 AM by Author "stryder" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: powerline hobbies edge 540 vs ST 3250
OK, guy's , I have been building, and flying 46 size models. I know nothing about large planes. the fellow at our local hobby shop sold me the plane, and told me to get the 3250 for it. I called Powerline Hobbies, and talked to "chuck" who told me they were running 35-50cc gas burners on their's. Local shop owner is old and is getting forgetful. I was just checking up on what should be in the plane. Thanks, George
Posted on: 9/26/2008 1:35 PM by Author "stryder" in the forum "Glow Engines"
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RE: powerline hobbies edge 540 vs ST 3250
I really am wanting to know if this is too much engine, or too heavy. The guy at powerline hobbies said they were putting 50cc gas engines on them. I want a little more than enough engine , rather than a little short on power. Thanks George
Posted on: 9/26/2008 7:26 AM by Author "stryder" in the forum "Glow Engines"
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RE: ultimate bipe engine question
Oh; ( drr slap my forehead) i forgot to list that it is a 40 size. Ha. I have had so many problems putting this thing together, i am wishing i had not bought it. Not to mention the hobby shop neglected to tell me patrick is out of business, and i have no support or warranty on a new ARF ! Anyway, I bought another plane that they had and am trying to find info on that too, please see ( powerline hobbies edge 540 vs ST 3250) , could use some help there too. Thanks to all, George
Posted on: 9/26/2008 7:19 AM by Author "stryder" in the forum "Glow Engines"
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RE: ultimate bipe engine question
Thanks guy's, the uniflow looks like the thing. I was considering the header tank earlier, but did not know what it was called. Now that i read the uniflow article, i like it! Thanks again, George
Posted on: 9/25/2008 7:27 PM by Author "stryder" in the forum "Glow Engines"
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ultimate bipe engine question
i am building and rebuilding a dave patrick ultimate arf, the fellow at the hobby shop talked me out of an inverted mount so i mounted sideways. Now my fuel tank centerline is an inch below my centerline on the carb of my saito 56. Will this run into problems with rich/lean runs?? He wanted me to carve out the cross bracing ply and raise the tank, but the struts for mounting the wing are there so it doesnt look like a good idea. Any words of wisdom would be greatly appreciated! Thanks, George
Posted on: 9/25/2008 11:26 AM by Author "stryder" in the forum "Glow Engines"
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powerline hobbies edge 540 vs ST 3250
i have a powerline 23% edge 540 arf, ws- 73.84", length- 70.04, wing area- 770.85 sq in, weight 4500-4700 grams, engine 90-120 2 stroke, 120-180 4 stroke. I bought this from my local hobby shop, and he stated i should go with the ST 3250 since i cant afford a 4 stroke. What do you guys think? too much engine , too heavy??? This is my first big plane, so i am not sure. I dont fly 3-D so i just putt and mess around. Thanks, George
Posted on: 9/25/2008 11:19 AM by Author "stryder" in the forum "Glow Engines"
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dave patrick ultimate 40 arf
Hi all; i am building a ultimate and i have a saito 56 mounted sideways on the firewall, and this leaves the fuel tank centerline 1" lower than centerline of carb. Will this cause a problem with rich/lean flights? what fix if any. the local hobby guy who sold it to me(without telling me dave patrick is out of business) says cut the fuse wide brace out to move the tank up. this looks like a bad idea, as the struts that go to the wing attach here. Any help would be appreciated. George
Posted on: 9/23/2008 7:15 AM by Author "stryder" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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edge 540 23% vs Supertigre 3250
I have a powerline hobbies 23% edge 540. WS-73.84", length- 70.04", wing area-770.85 sq in, weight- 4500-4700 grams, engine 90 - 120 2 stroke, 120 - 180 4 stroke. I bought this from my local hobby shop, and he told me a ST 3250 was the engine for this model. What do you guys think? This is my first big plane, so i am not sure. What would you put in it? I am not a big 3-D guy yet, but like messing around. George
Posted on: 9/22/2008 6:59 PM by Author "stryder" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: supertiger 3250
Is there any more info on this conversion method?? was considering this myself. A RCU search yeilded nothing. Thanks, George
Posted on: 9/18/2008 6:38 PM by Author "stryder" in the forum "Engine Conversions"
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RE: id help rhonadler-ka
MTT; thanks, my computer crashed and i just got back online. I appreciate your help!, George
Posted on: 8/13/2008 9:55 AM by Author "stryder" in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
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id help rhonadler-ka
A friend gave me this glider,and it has the name rhonadler-ka on the side. It is 72" wingspan, and 45" fuselage. elevator and rudder only. is this a thermal bird or a sloper. i know nothing about it and he is at the forgetful age and cant remember. I am an intermediate power plane pilot 4 channel, and would like to learn to soar! any help would be greatly appreciated! Thanks, George
Posted on: 8/3/2008 10:40 PM by Author "stryder" in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7805158

RE: Quick question on engine cleaning
Simple green works good, soak the really dirty parts for an hour or two and scrub with toothbrush. And its biodegradable, George
Posted on: 8/3/2008 9:49 PM by Author "stryder" in the forum "Beginners"
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supertigre 3000
was wondering, i have a barely used ST 3000 with a busted ring, and a chip from the edge of the piston. I was thinking maybe a piston, ring , and liner from a ST 3250 would slip in there.?. The tech guy at Supertigre could not say yes or no. What do you think? Has anyone else tried this? Thanks, George
Posted on: 8/3/2008 6:35 PM by Author "stryder" in the forum "Glow Engines"
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RE: power-line hobbies 540 edge 23%
Whistling death; that makes sense, thanks ! The fellow i talked to at power-line told me very little, he was curteous, and took time to look up my questions on their sheets, but was not able to tell me this. He did say if i were using a gas engine the range was, 2C : 40 - 53, 4C : 52 - 72 . I thought those were a bit large for this size plane. Thanks to all, George
Posted on: 7/13/2008 6:31 AM by Author "stryder" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: power-line hobbies 540 edge 23%
Thanks, i am a bit nervous and excited , stepping up to the bigger plane. the switch from what is pictured to whats actually there is confusing. I appreciate your input. George
Posted on: 7/11/2008 10:35 PM by Author "stryder" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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power-line hobbies 540 edge 23%
Hi, i could use help with a problem i'm having. up until now i have been flying 40-60 size planes. This is my first big plane, and the instructions are unclear. There is a box affair that slides into the firewall, it does not go flush, and it has an angle to the right as you were looking from the rear to the front of the aircraft. the instructions show a flat, smooth, one piece firewall. is this the motor mount? The instructions call for 2c- 90. , to 1.20 ... 4c- 1.20 , to 1.80 ... any engine recommendations? how about servos, High torque is probably the way to go, but which one's, i fly JR. I called powerline and chuck was really nice to take time for me, but his direction sheet showed a flat firewall too. he suggested i post here to find help. Thanks for your help to a confused guy. Sincerly, George Plane specs- WS-73.84" L-70.04" Wing area- 770.85 sq" rtf weight- 4500- 4700 grams
Posted on: 7/10/2008 10:21 PM by Author "stryder" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: Trying to report abuse but page wont load.
i will be back here. Stryder
Posted on: 4/6/2007 8:27 AM by Author "stryder" in the forum "MarketPlace questions or problem?"
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Trying to report abuse but page wont load.
Hi, i am trying to report an abuse but after all the typing, twice the page wont send. What do i do?? I was slammed for giving negative to a guy i bought a kit from and i paid up front. what do i do? i have had a perfect score till now. Please help, Stryder
Posted on: 4/5/2007 5:53 PM by Author "stryder" in the forum "MarketPlace questions or problem?"
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RE: woods used in scratch building
Thanks, Zipman!!
Posted on: 3/26/2007 8:02 AM by Author "stryder" in the forum "Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD"
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RE: woods used in scratch building
the first is a Taco profile byPaul Swanson & Mark Shope. The plans were a free set i downloaded. dimensions are all i seem to find on this set of plans. I have intermediate flying skills, a good handle on kits, so i thought i would try to scratch build. Thanks for the replies. Stryder
Posted on: 3/25/2007 2:18 PM by Author "stryder" in the forum "Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD"
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