RE: Flyin King Takeoffs
ending to the Story thepope, I'm thinking to eventually put this King on Floats
Posted on: 5/31/2009 6:08 PM by Author "thepope" in the forum "Aerodynamics"
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RE: 1st seaplane
Seamasters are far easier to fly than a Cub on floats and way more fun. Just be sure to air out the fuse after each flight or it will get some nasty mould down in the tail area. I have a Saito 65 4 stroke in mine and it is a great flying plane.
Posted on: 11/1/2007 9:12 PM by Author "thepope" in the forum "Seaplanes"
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RE: Flyin King Takeoffs
Thanks to all who responded to my question. I moved the gear back and gave it some toe-in and it tracks great. Now that I have the take-off problem solved I am enjoying flying it alot more and it flies GREAT. Bill
Posted on: 9/9/2007 10:00 PM by Author "thepope" in the forum "Aerodynamics"
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RE: Flyin King Takeoffs
Thanks for the help guys. I give it a liitle toe in so I'll see what that does. I forgot that I had moved the landing gear ahead about 3/4" ahead when I put it on floats so I'll try putting it back where it should be. I do seem to have better results when I give it full power rather than gradually applying power. I'll report back with the results. Thanks again, Bill.
Posted on: 8/28/2007 10:06 PM by Author "thepope" in the forum "Aerodynamics"
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Flyin King Takeoffs
I love my Flyin King but I have a heck of a time with it on takeoffs. I built it as a tail dragger as per the plans and have a Thunder Tiger 91 4 stroke in it. The throws are all as per instructions. It flies great once airborne but the takeoffs are a little on the wild side. It seems like the rudder doesn't have enough authority so I have increased the throws with not much if any difference. It is really hard to keep it going straight during the takeoff roll until it gets to flying speed. Landing is fairly normal but it does get hard to keep it going straight when it slows down a bit. Any suggestions?? Bill
Posted on: 8/27/2007 10:22 PM by Author "thepope" in the forum "Aerodynamics"
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RE: New Saturn Hobbies Website
Is anyone else selling the Ozcover and Rhinocover? Bill
Posted on: 3/4/2007 8:48 PM by Author "thepope" in the forum "Everything Diesel"
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RE: New Saturn Hobbies Website
The link won't work for me??? Bill
Posted on: 3/4/2007 6:20 PM by Author "thepope" in the forum "Everything Diesel"
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RE: OzCover and RhinoCover
Keith Did you ever get a reply about the Oz or Rhino cover. I have used the Rhino and would like to get some more also. Bill
Posted on: 2/26/2007 9:43 PM by Author "thepope" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: How many building a Hog Bipe
Has anyone put their Hog Bipe on floats?? If so what kind and size and how did it work?? Bill
Posted on: 10/6/2006 8:17 PM by Author "thepope" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: How many building a Hog Bipe
I just made my maiden flight on my Hog Bipe a couple of nights ago. This is my second Hog and I used the same engine (Rossi 60) that was on my first one. I am not happy with the performance but I'm going to try a different prop. I have a 11x7 on it now and it is very doggy. Anyway I'll try posting a couple of pics.
Posted on: 10/4/2006 9:35 PM by Author "thepope" in the forum "Kit Building"
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Hog Bipe maiden flight
I made my maiden flight tonight on my Hog Bipe. I have a Rossi 60 with an 11x7 prop on it which I used on a previous Bipe. I balanced it as per the instructions at 3-1/4". It acted really doggy almost like it wasn't going fast enough. I had many hours flying my old Bipe with the same engine/prop combo. The only thing different is I put a pitts style muffler on the Rossi because it was much lighter than the old clamp on style that was on it. I am getting about 11,000 rpm at max power. Should I try a different prop or does it sound like a balance issue??? Bill
Posted on: 10/2/2006 9:59 PM by Author "thepope" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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G.P. Super Sportster 20 size
I am building this plane and am wondering about control setup? The only mention in the instruction is for the elevator. For the elevator there is a chart that gives elevator throws for different c.of g.'s. When they say 1/4" throw is that total travel or does it mean 1/4" up and 1/4" down? As I said there is no mention of rudder or aileron throws so I don't know what to do with them? Bill
Posted on: 9/7/2005 9:47 PM by Author "thepope" in the forum "Great Planes, TopFlite, Duraplane, US Aircore"
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RE: Seamaster Nose Cone
I just used a piece of blue styrofoam. Carved and sanded to shape, covered it and glued it on. Better than the original!! Bill
Posted on: 8/29/2004 8:05 PM by Author "thepope" in the forum "Seaplanes"
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RE: Thanks for My Seamaster
Hi John That was quick work. Great looking plane. Have you flown it yet? Bill
Posted on: 5/14/2004 10:05 PM by Author "thepope" in the forum "Seaplanes"
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RE: Where do you fly?
http://www.funtigo.com/aerialpics I load my planes on my pontoon boat and fly in my front yard. These are some of the pics I took with my Seamaster. Gotta admit it's pretty nice to live on a lake. Bill
Posted on: 4/13/2004 7:23 PM by Author "thepope" in the forum "Seaplanes"
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RE: Seamaster 40
Hi John The plans are in the very capable hands of the USPS. Postage was only $2.90 so don't worry about it. Only thing I ask is to get the plans back when you're done with them. Bill
Posted on: 4/7/2004 6:08 PM by Author "thepope" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Dual aileron servos on Piper Cub
You have the right idea. Put them in the wing. Makes for a simpler installation. I always put the servo as close to the control surface to be moved as possible as long as it doesn't affect the c of g which of course it won't in your case. Bill
Posted on: 4/7/2004 9:20 AM by Author "thepope" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Seamaster 40
John It's on it's way to the post office. I'll let you know what the shipping charges were when my wife gets home. Didn't have your last name so just put Att: John on the address label. Hope there aren't too many Johns there. Bill
Posted on: 4/7/2004 9:11 AM by Author "thepope" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Seamaster 40
I might have an extra set. I'll check tomorrow and if I do they're yours. If not I'll send you the set I know I have and you can photocopy and return the original. Do you have the manual? Bill
Posted on: 4/4/2004 10:39 PM by Author "thepope" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Seamaster Color Scheme
Ross I just finished my newest Seamaster (#3) and did a CL215 type scheme on it. I didn't get it anywhere close to scale but I like the way it turned out. I can send you more pics if you want. Bill
Posted on: 3/31/2004 9:42 PM by Author "thepope" in the forum "Seaplanes"
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RE: post Cub, and other float plane pics
Who makes that Beaver? Bill
Posted on: 3/19/2004 11:16 PM by Author "thepope" in the forum "Seaplanes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=1642111

RE: Richmond RC and VMAR Engine Test Stand (Critical Failure)
I bought one of these stands and one of the wood firewalls fell apart while I was putting it together. I bought it based on the review I read here on RCU as well. The overall quality was less then impressive. I had to redrill most of the holes and the bolts etc were junk. I know I could have repaired it but it ticks me off to pay good money and get junk. Fortunatley I contacted HobbyHobby.com and they told me to return it. They refunded the whole price including shipping. I'm just glad it broke before I had an engine on it running at full throttle [&:]
Posted on: 3/19/2004 10:59 PM by Author "thepope" in the forum "User Product Reviews"
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RE: RE: Let's see your work shop!
www.workshop.funtigo.com Here's my shop pics. It is 20 x24 with 9-1/2ft walls. I started it in the Fall of 02 and finished it during the Winter. Bill
Posted on: 2/15/2004 10:36 PM by Author "thepope" in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
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RE: will this charger work?
Yes I have this charger but it says to check the instructions that come with the battery pack to see if they can handle a fast charge. I didn't get any instructions with the battery packs so that's why I'm not sure!! Bill
Posted on: 12/18/2003 9:54 PM by Author "thepope" in the forum "Batteries & Chargers"
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RE: Gonstraightup & badul:
When you post or reply just click on the "upload images" near the bottom. Another window will open and you'll have to locate where your pics are on your computer and select them and click ok. Bill
Posted on: 12/18/2003 6:33 PM by Author "thepope" in the forum "Seaplanes"
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RE: Seamaster Engine
The tail feathers look flimsy but they are pretty durable. I have had a few hard landings and a pretty severe encounter with the front of my pontoon boat and the tail is still intact. I use a 65 four stroke which is probably on the upper end of the scale. Bill
Posted on: 12/17/2003 10:57 PM by Author "thepope" in the forum "Seaplanes"
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RE: seamaster landing gear
Mine are 40 size and I checked the plans, CG is 3 inches. Bill
Posted on: 12/4/2003 6:44 PM by Author "thepope" in the forum "Seaplanes"
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RE: Dedicated RC flying TV channel?
I'm glad I'm not the only one who can't take this guy. The show has the look of an infomercial. Waste of time!!! Bill
Posted on: 12/3/2003 11:10 PM by Author "thepope" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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will this charger work?
I have a couple of battery packs I need a charger for. They are 8-cell cp-1700 scr nicads from Hobby Lobby. I have a Versapulse fc600 fast charger --- is this a suitable charger or do I need something else? Bill
Posted on: 12/2/2003 10:06 PM by Author "thepope" in the forum "Batteries & Chargers"
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RE: Seamaster Engine
I have two Seamasters with Saito 65 four strokes and they work great. Next one is going to be electric. Bill.
Posted on: 12/1/2003 10:30 PM by Author "thepope" in the forum "Seaplanes"
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