RE: Total Lack Of Respect
[quote]ORIGINAL: crose [:@]Its a shame that people have become so disrespectful to the ones who have fought, bleed, and died for their rights and freedome. I was brought up to respect all military personnel. Most of my Uncles and grandfathers fought in the wars. It was because of the duty and love of country they instilled in me that I joined the Marines and went to Nam. We should have understood when they passed the law allowing the burning of the American flag how people have changed. I guess they will only learn when the enamy is on our doorsteps. As to the Canadian vets, God bless each and every one of you. My Uncles fought beside you in WWII and had nothing but respect for you and your bravery. Semper fi from a Marine Vet. [/quote] Calling them people is giving them too much credit. Even animals are not intentionally cruel to other animals. Their species lies somewhere between an ameoba and whale shit. 'Nuff said Semper Fi
Posted on: 11/15/2009 4:40 PM by Author "subsinker" in the forum "War Room"
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Tamiya F-350 tire question
Guys, Ok, this sounds like a simple question. I am looking to upgrade the tires on my newly purchased F-350. I have been looking but am unsure as to the size of the hex and the actual size of tires. Is the stock setup a 12mm hex and 1.9 wheels/tires? If so, what do those measurements pertain to? I figured you guys would be able to answer that question right off so any help is appreciated. Thanks! Pete
Posted on: 11/4/2009 2:01 PM by Author "subsinker" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
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RE: Engel Submarine Kit Builder
Thanks Taxi...ya beat me to the punch! Pete
Posted on: 10/20/2009 6:56 PM by Author "subsinker" in the forum "RC Submarines"
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RE: Engel Submarine Kit Builder
John, Engel uses a very simple brass tube that goes from the inside of the wtc to the outside. It is made so that the shaft will slip into it and exit the wtc. Over that is a vinyl(?) tube that fits over the shaft seal, thus encasing it in the wet space. They are specific about the length of the tubing. It is a simple but very reliable setup. I have been using them for years without any problems. Eventually, the tubing will get old and you simply cut it off and replace it with a new piece. I have also used simmering seals on some of my subs, they work fine but are a bit more tricky to set up. hope that helps, Pete
Posted on: 10/20/2009 4:32 AM by Author "subsinker" in the forum "RC Submarines"
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RE: Engel Submarine Kit Builder
John, Which kit and what exactly do you want to know? I have built the Lafayette, Gato and Typhoon class Engels. Any one of those and I may have a shot at answering your question. Pete
Posted on: 10/19/2009 8:37 PM by Author "subsinker" in the forum "RC Submarines"
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RE: Facebook?
Hi, I think I just sent you an invite.....or someone else thinks I am stalking them! Pete
Posted on: 9/29/2009 8:31 PM by Author "subsinker" in the forum "Off Topic Forum - Boats"
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Facebook?
Hi, Anybody else on Facebook? I know I can't be the only one.[;)] Pete Olson
Posted on: 9/29/2009 5:56 PM by Author "subsinker" in the forum "Off Topic Forum - Boats"
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RE: Radio type for Robbe Seawolf v2
Hi, You would be wasting your money. 2.4 gigahertz radios will not work submerged. A surface frequency radio will suffice, not 2.4 Pete
Posted on: 9/4/2009 10:44 AM by Author "subsinker" in the forum "RC Submarines"
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RE: Automatic Pitch Controllers
Hi, I can throw my hat into the ring here. I use Engels pitch controllers exclusively. They work and are rock solid. Very easy to set up as well. Here is a link to them. You can order directly from Engel and they ship them out quickly. http://www.engel-modellbau.de/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=621&osCsid=3bc8257ce8b6e20c0202b4b1cd0dedc8 Pete
Posted on: 8/20/2009 5:26 PM by Author "subsinker" in the forum "RC Submarines"
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RE: robbe happy hunter radio
Hi, A simple two channel radio will supply your basic needs. (throttle and steering) Should you decide to add working features or say, independant throttle control then you would need more channels. It all depends on what you want to do with the models and (more importantly) how deep your pockets are. Pete
Posted on: 8/20/2009 5:21 PM by Author "subsinker" in the forum "RC Boats General Discussion"
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RE: Can Someone Help - Model Slipway Gry Maritha Instruction Pack
Hi, I have not built that but I do know Vett here on RCU has. Maybe try contacting him and see if he still has the instructions. Another idea is to contact Model Slipways, I am sure they can help you, either sending a copy electronically or snail mail you a copy. Pete
Posted on: 7/14/2009 4:38 PM by Author "subsinker" in the forum "RC Scale Boating"
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RE: Sound affects
Hi, I have used JJC sounds in the past. I like them, although they tend to be somewhat pricey. Ralph at RAM is probably your best bet. Give him a call and he will set you up, no problem. If you have a specific sound he can digitize it for you and flash it to a chip for you. I don't know what that costs. Like I said, give Ralph a call. Pete
Posted on: 7/4/2009 7:27 PM by Author "subsinker" in the forum "RC Scale Boating"
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RE: Michael Jackson R.I.P
Hi, I had the opportunity to see his show in the mid 80's. I got some great(main floor about 7 rows back) tickets given to me and took my girlfriend (at the time) and her sister to the Rosemont Horizon to see him. I worked for a Pepsi distributor at the time and Pepsi sponsered his tour. Although I never was and still am not a fan of him, he did put on a great show. More than a concert, he put on a show. Lots of magic, illusions, live music videos, etc. I am sorry to see him dead, as I wish that on no one but I also feel his personal life overshadowed his professional career. Weird is not an adequate description. In the end he became a walking caracture of his own self. So, sorry to see him pass on but I do not feel sorry for him or pity him. He made his own bed and now he lies in it. RIP I also find it ironic that Farrah Fawcett dies the same day and more or less is not mentioned. Even more ironic is right here by me an entire family (2 adults and three children) are burned and crushed to death in their pickup, which was crushed between a moving (65MPH+) semi and a semi that was stopped for another accident. Apparently the semi and the pickup were both stopped waiting for an accident on the interstate to be cleared when another semi came over a hill, didn't see the stopped traffic and went right into the back of the pickup which then pushed it into the back of the stopped semi, bursting into flames. To me, that is a tragedy of unimaginable proportions. Yet, the news hardly made mention of it. The news was (and is) covering all about Jacksons death and the fans reaction, etc. Kind of sick really, if you think about it. Well, thats my two cents worth. I will get off the soap box now. Pete
Posted on: 6/28/2009 9:35 AM by Author "subsinker" in the forum "Off Topic Forum - Boats"
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RE: Boat club in illinois
Ron, Springfield is the capitol and is about 3 hours south of Chicago by way of I-55. I live in a little (4000) town right off the interstate, about 30 minutes south of Joliet. Pete
Posted on: 6/28/2009 9:10 AM by Author "subsinker" in the forum "RC Boats General Discussion"
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Aeronaut Tirpitz question
Guys, I have a question. I am building an Aeronaut Tirpitz and cannot find any info on what size motors to use. It will have triple screws and should displace around 20 pounds. I am thinking three 380 sized motors but does anyone have any suggestions? Thanks! Pete
Posted on: 6/25/2009 6:20 PM by Author "subsinker" in the forum "RC Scale Boating"
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RE: Venomâ„¢ King of Shaves C1 34
Looks nice, but if the gas version is any indication of the quality of the electric, I will pass on it. I got stuck with a gas version and am very sorry I purchased it. Just my 2 cents worth [quote]ORIGINAL: Venom Media Venom’s new electric King of Shaves, Class 1, 34 inch scale racing catamaran, officially licensed by King of Shaves® and accurately replicates the 2006-2007 King of Shaves® Class 1 Powerboat. The Venom electric C1 racing boat King of Shaves has many high performance features, including a scale fiberglass composite catamaran hull combined with twin Venom 60A Pro Marine brushless speed controls and dual Venom V380 Marine motors turning 2880KV each. This powerful combination turns twin glass filled nylon counter rotating propellers through CNC machined fully adjustable Arneson style drives to rocket the King to speeds in excess of 40mph! [b]Standard Features[/b] • Fiberglass Composite Hull with scale “King of Shaves®� graphics • Secured top hatch with pin and Neodymium magnets • Two water cooled Venom 60A Pro Marine Brushless Speed Controls • Two water cooled Venom V380 2880KV Brushless Motors with 4mm shafts • Two Arneson style CNC machined aluminum fully adjustable drives with ball bearings • CNC machined aluminum motor mounts • Aluminum ESC and servo mounts • Composite nylon counter rotating propellers • Laser cut and sealed plywood battery tray with integrated receiver mount • VR3T Digital FM transmitter and receiver • Laser cut and sealed plywood boat stand [b]The Venom EKOS will be arriving in June and have a $499.99 street price.[/b] [/quote]
Posted on: 6/23/2009 11:34 PM by Author "subsinker" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
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RE: Dumas Donzi Z-65 Power Options
Matt, Brushless motors would certainly be an interesting option. You would have to figure out how to cool them but they would be very efficient. I built a Donzi a few years back and used Astro-Flight 25's. More than enough power and had a nice scalelike hum, sorta like twin diesels. If I were to build another I would use exactly the same setup. Just my 2 cents worth anyway. Pete
Posted on: 6/12/2009 9:52 PM by Author "subsinker" in the forum "RC Scale Boating"
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RE: ballast tank pump help needed
Hi, I am assuming that you are using a ballast tank to compress air and fill with water. Graupner makes pumps for that. To empty the tank, just release a valve and the air pressure will force the water from the tank. No need for any fancy reversing switches, etc. Thats how Chris Cloke does it with his Sheerline subs. Works pretty well. Pete
Posted on: 6/3/2009 1:06 PM by Author "subsinker" in the forum "RC Submarines"
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RE: DD557 USS Johnston, anchors, armament
Robert, Like most Fletchers, or any ship for that matter, they routinely went upgrades and refits. She was lost in the Battle of Leyte Gulf in 1944 so it could be assumed that she still had most, if not all of her original armament. (6-40 MM and 11-20 MM) As for the anchors, routinely DD's removed one anchor to save weight. The pictures I see show anchors on both sides of the ship. hope that helps, Pete
Posted on: 6/1/2009 9:50 PM by Author "subsinker" in the forum "RC Scale Boating"
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AH1-W Cobra Gulf War colors
Guys, I am drawing a blank here. I am a veteran of Gulf War V1.0 and am building a Hirobo AH1-W Cobra helo. My intention is to paint it in the sand camo colors of the Gulf War. Most units there had them painted either in the all grey or the grey, green, black pattern. I want to do something different. You would think it would be easy to find the FS numbers but thus far, I have struck out. Any one got any ideas? I saw many of them in country over in the big sand box and could draw the patterns in my sleep. However, I am not having any luck with the paint numbers. If anyone has any ideas please let me know. Any help is very much appreciated. Thanks! Pete
Posted on: 5/13/2009 6:36 PM by Author "subsinker" in the forum "Scale RC Helicopters"
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RE: Biggest R/C Submarine?
Guys, I too, am building a 32nd Parallel kit, of the Ohio Class SSBN. Unfortunatly, the guy I got it from did not ship instructions, blueprints or any info on it. Anybody have any they would wish to either part with or copy (I will pay for any materials, time, shipping etc)? The guy that built it did a piss poor job of building it so I have to pretty much reconstruct the entire thing. Any info would be very helpful, Pete
Posted on: 4/23/2009 9:33 AM by Author "subsinker" in the forum "RC Submarines"
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RE: Donzi Z65
Hi, Although some would disagree with me, polyester resin is what you want to use. Sig makes some pretty good stuff. The Dumas hulls are (or were) layed up using polyester & fiberglass. Epoxy will work, and doesn't have the terrible smell that polyester has (smells like a body shop) but in my experience doesn't work as well. Just remember to rough up any portions with a dremel or sandpaper you plan on joining. That way, it will get a good bite. If you are looking to install the stuffing boxes, bondo from an auto parts store works well. I prefer the stuff that is reinforced with fiberglass strands (extra strong) but regular old bondo works well. Resin will join the f/g hull and wooden deck quite well. Just place the deck where you want it, secure thouroghly using tape and make a few pours of resin with the hull turned upside down. For a boat the size of the Donzi, I would probably mix up about 4 ounces of resin at a time. You can tell when the resin kicks off as it will heat up. Usually it heats up within 20 minutes or so. If you have any noticable gaps you can put modeling clay over those gaps and it will seal up the holes until the resin sets. Make several pours, and when you are sure you have all the deck joined to the hull you are done. Clean up whatever spilled out. Usually, the resin that spills out on the outside will not stick to the gel coat due to the wax used in the molding process, making it easier to clean up. At least thats how I join the decks on any fiberglass hulls. Works very well for me.
Posted on: 4/11/2009 12:11 PM by Author "subsinker" in the forum "RC Boats General Discussion"
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RE: LINDBERG PT-109 MOTORS
Franklyn, Hi from a fellow Navy vet (HM-1). Well, you could do that but I would be concerned about weight. The Lindberg PT's I have had all have had weight management issues (don't we all) I would think it would be better to purchase one battery pack and use that. Tower Hobbies or any reputable hobby shop can help you there. The newest packs have a 5000Mah rating so it would be equivalent to 5 of the radio shack batterys. Here is but one example, there are tons of them to choose from http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXTAR9&P=ML Using one battery pack would certainly keep the weight to a manageable level and would greatly simplify wiring the old PT up. Not to mention, if you bought a couple of them you could swap them out and double your run times. Pete
Posted on: 4/7/2009 4:18 PM by Author "subsinker" in the forum "RC Boats General Discussion"
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RE: How to improve underwater RF reception?
[quote]ORIGINAL: Starkbone McGarvey Hi Robert. The problem is the aeroplane failsafe will let you go a few inches down and then operate. For an example of a submarine failsafe the other Nemo (in Ottawa),with the Disney Nautilus has an picture of one of the two linked below.I'll have the instructions in pdf shortly. You can see a specification an archive of the old instructions in html (less pictures) [link=http://web.archive.org/web/20040319231011/http://homepage.ntlworld.com/mstothers/servo_ballast.htm]3 position servo failsafe control with ballast tank full/empty detect[/link] [link=http://web.archive.org/web/20040319230732/http://homepage.ntlworld.com/mstothers/divemanager1.htm]combined ballast+failsafe[/link] A few years back designed and manufactured failsafes,pitch and ballast controls for the company on [link=http://captainnemo12.tripod.com/links.html] the above Nemo's link page[/link] and E.n.g.e.l[link=http://web.archive.org/web/20031204025353/http://www.subconcepts.com/index.html] this shows the pitch control[/link] in that sites archive All the software was tailored to work in the poor reception that you get in model subs and that allowed a delay to the failsafe of two seconds or more. Tony Fitzpatrick [/quote] Tony, I understand the thinking behind that and I do not disagree with you. However, with that said, I have been using failsafes (Futaba, Venom, others) that indeed were designed for cars, boats etc for years and have yet to experience the problems you are speaking of. They all seem to be fairly bulletproof in my opinion. However, use them at your own risk. Pete
Posted on: 4/1/2009 4:16 PM by Author "subsinker" in the forum "RC Submarines"
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RE: Donzi
Hi, I agree, I built a Donzi with Astro flite 25's in it and it was more than enough scale power. The boat planed out nicely and had a nice scale sounding hum, like twin diesels. Twin 40's might be a bit of overkill but would still work nicely, I bet. Pete
Posted on: 3/20/2009 5:31 PM by Author "subsinker" in the forum "RC Scale Boating"
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Hirobo Cobra pilots
Guys, Just thought I would post a few pictures of my new USMC Cobra pilots for my Hirobo SuperCobra. There is a guy in Germany that makes these to order. They look awesome! Can't wait to get the heli done now..... Pete
Posted on: 3/19/2009 3:31 PM by Author "subsinker" in the forum "Scale RC Helicopters"
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RE: Radio Help
Hi, I use a 9CAP on 75Mhz that unfortunatly is discontinued. Here is a 7CAP on 75Mhz http://www.robotcombat.com/products/TX-FUT-7CAP-75.html Just make sure that if you buy a PCM radio you use it only on FM, not PCM modulation. A PCM reciever when it loses contact will freeze all controls in your sub, thereby preventing any safety systems you have from operating. Also, you have the option of purchasing a 72Mhz radio and sending it to Futaba for them to convert it to 75Mhz. Check with their service techs to find out which ones they can convert. Pete
Posted on: 3/16/2009 11:34 AM by Author "subsinker" in the forum "RC Submarines"
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RE: kyosho nexus 30
Hi, I agree, parts are getting tougher and tougher... too bad to. I had a Legato (Nexus with an OS52 4 stroke) that I loved to fly. I did a few tweaks with it ( a few carbon parts and a fuel pump for the engine) and that heli was about my favorite to fly. I ended up selling it a couple of years ago just for that reason. I was afraid I would eventually wear out something that I would not be able to replace. If I could find a steady stream of parts I would have kept it, no doubt. Very smooth and I loved the sound of that little 4 stroke. Pete
Posted on: 3/4/2009 10:16 PM by Author "subsinker" in the forum "Kyosho Helicopters"
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RE: Hirobo Tow Cobra
Free Bird, I just ordered a motor mount from a company DrUAE recommended. Here is their website: http://www.world-of-heli.de/en/ click on the link that says "heli kits" then when a new page opens click on the link that says "elektro conversion kits" For a motor mount and pinion it will run around $100.00 Pete
Posted on: 3/3/2009 5:32 PM by Author "subsinker" in the forum "Scale RC Helicopters"
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RE: Hirobo Tow Cobra
3Dking, Found thuis website on another forum... I e-mailed the owner for info on prices, availability etc. Looks very promising. http://maffscav.de/helipiloten.html Pete
Posted on: 3/3/2009 11:03 AM by Author "subsinker" in the forum "Scale RC Helicopters"
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