RE: Wheeeeeeee.......... Blade CP!
Been busy... I got Blessed[;)]
Posted on: 11/15/2009 10:47 PM by Author "theradioflyer" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
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[quote]ORIGINAL: choppersrule [size=2][b]Indiana Chopper here, with a Maiden Flight Report on the Trex 600[/b][/size] It's been windy and cold here all day, I finally said,[size=3] [b]''Srew it''[/b][/size][:)], [/quote] You crack me up my friend! I'm so very happy to hear that all went well with your first flight! A huge congrats and God Bless to you! Rick, I pray the Flu leaves you. I hate being sick[:'(] It's good to see you enjoying the flights of your heli's! Blessings All!, Jay
Posted on: 11/15/2009 10:29 PM by Author "theradioflyer" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
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[quote]ORIGINAL: crashcrash Li-Po battery safety revisited: Chemical Explanation LiPo batteries contain lithium. If lithium is exposed to air with even a slight amount of humidity, it can ignite, releasing hydrogen and other chemicals. Hydrogen is extremely explosive, and is ignited by the burning lithium, resulting in a violent flare-up. Physical Process The usual cause of flare-ups is mishandling, which causes a buildup of gas in the battery, leading to a characteristic ''LiPo puff'' the swelling of the battery package. If the ''puff'' is large enough, the package may rupture, exposing the lithium to air. Non-LiPo Chargers LiPo batteries require chargers made specifically for them. Using the wrong type of charger is likely to cause a flare-up. Overloading If too much current is drawn (''overloading''), the battery will become very hot and release gas internally (puffing). The battery will rupture, exposing the lithium to air, resulting in a fire. Physical Damage Anything that breaks open a LiPo battery pack, even a small puncture, will likely result in a fire. [/quote] What Did You Do[X(][:D]
Posted on: 11/13/2009 10:57 PM by Author "theradioflyer" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
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RE: Wheeeeeeee.......... Blade CP!
[:D] Make sure you re-balance after you put the new prop on. E props are usually much lighter.
Posted on: 10/31/2009 10:57 PM by Author "theradioflyer" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
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Are you using an "E" prop or one for glow motors?
Posted on: 10/31/2009 8:03 PM by Author "theradioflyer" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
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Klye, That's too darn funny! Zoinks[:)] Vic, That didn't take you long to convert that over. I look forward to hearing how it does. Cool![8D] Blessings, Jay
Posted on: 10/31/2009 6:34 PM by Author "theradioflyer" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
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My wife bought candy a week ago for Halloween. Well... she had to go out and get more if you no what I mean[;)] Blessings, Jay
Posted on: 10/31/2009 12:09 PM by Author "theradioflyer" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
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Nice flight Rick. That take-off was a bit hairy but you smoothed her right out. I'm glad your feeling better[;)] God Bless Ya, Jay
Posted on: 10/25/2009 10:02 PM by Author "theradioflyer" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
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Congrats Vic! If the elevator wasn't as effective as you thought it should you could move your CG back some. I used to fly mine way back. God Bless! Jay
Posted on: 10/25/2009 7:31 PM by Author "theradioflyer" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
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Vic, She looks great![8D] They redesigned it sense my last one. The tail dips more towards the front, not needing the dorsal fin and the ailerons are cut different. Your going to love the snot out of her! Don't fly it at full throttle just @ take off. Half throttle if the motor is tuned well will make this plane cruise. This plane will slow down for landings like you won't believe but try it up high on the first flight. Get it to stall and see if a wings dips and at what speed. I miss my Uproars! God Bless Ya Vic, Jay
Posted on: 10/25/2009 12:01 AM by Author "theradioflyer" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
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RE: 51
Great link Matk. I'd recommend the extra bracing they show if going to 70"s Man, a 70"er would be awesome! Blessings, Jay
Posted on: 10/24/2009 5:32 PM by Author "theradioflyer" in the forum "3D Electric Flying!"
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[quote]ORIGINAL: Wnuk I'm more concerned about his emotional state, only time will tell how he responds to the whole event. [/quote] I'd try to explain to him how many eyes this event has opened and how Blessed he is that he's still here. I really feel there is a reason that you shared this story. I've relaxed my safety just by non thought.... it is fresh on my mind now and others that I've emailed. You could even translate this to flying helis. Vic can tell you that it just takes a second before you get bit. Thanks for sharing this Jim. God Bless Us, Jay
Posted on: 10/23/2009 11:27 PM by Author "theradioflyer" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
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Jim, That really brings the safety back to my mind now. Sometimes you just get into a routine and forget to be carefully. Prayers still being sent for your friend. I hope he heals quickly! JPEE, I'm all electric now but that motor would be a nice show piece on the shelf. Maybe a trade for the cowls[;)] Blessings, Jay
Posted on: 10/23/2009 2:45 PM by Author "theradioflyer" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
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JPEE, Check out this thread and post #19, it will be a huge help~ http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_2601315/mpage_1/key_/tm.htm It looks like 1 degree down and 1 degree right. I can make up a few of the cowls for you. I'd just cut the nose off of it but then you have to paint the cowl I'm going to send because it will be molded in white. Dave, I think the word is srews, LMAO This looks like the best place to get those srews[sm=lol.gif] http://www.tradekey.com/ks-srews/ God Bless! Jay
Posted on: 10/22/2009 7:44 PM by Author "theradioflyer" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
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More planes coming together! She looks great Matk[8D] Z, Thanks for emailing the plans and helping Phil out, that's super cool. The Funder and Lightning looks AWESOME! Nice job on that build. Quite a unique design. You have to love this pink foam! God Bless Y'all! Jay
Posted on: 10/22/2009 4:53 PM by Author "theradioflyer" in the forum "3D Electric Flying!"
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JPEE, Good to hear Rick's out of bed but I hope the doc can give him better news. You can buy or make spacers for your motor mount. That sell plastic ones and they work well. I've used cut off arrow shafts before. You just have to get the right length screws or buy them long and dremel them off. Eric, Good to see another birth of a plane flier! Fantastic[8D] God Bless, Jay Pic of the Cub's motor mounted on the stand-off's. It's a very sturdy way to mount the motor. It's the equivalent of a .32 glow motor. Second pic is mine P-51 with the motor and stand-offs.
Posted on: 10/22/2009 4:42 PM by Author "theradioflyer" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
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[quote]ORIGINAL: Wnuk JPEE- The interesting thing that I see here is that the more expensive a model one has, the less they fly it. I think this is the reason the 450's are so popular. I know I was the same way with planks when I was flying them a lot. The more I put into a model, the less I actually flew it for fear of damaging it. Always interesting to see numbers. Thanks for sharing. Jim [/quote] Jim, That's exactly correct when I fly my planes and more so with the heli's. I rarely put my T-Rex up now but every now and then I get the urge. The thought of the expense of crashing it keeps it grounded, as well of keeping it nice for a scale fuse[:D] ( I swear I'm going to do a Hughes! ) JPEE, You shortened that T-28 up a bit! I hope she get back in the air soon[;)] Dave, Holy smokes you take a great picture... as long as your holding that 600 in your hands! J/K That's an awesome piece. Well done on the build and catching the loose/missing stuff the second time around. A double check or even more can save a lot of hassle. I've caught missing servo horn screws after a flight before, YIKES! Jeff, Great video but not the usual spot? I hit one of those fences for sure. You were certainly pushing that set-up. You could drag race your heli's! Seriously![8D] I Pray all are well and Rick's back is Healed! Jay
Posted on: 10/21/2009 7:54 PM by Author "theradioflyer" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
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[quote]ORIGINAL: crashcrash Dunno....If I gotta sit in 30deg weather freezing my tail off.....something's gonna die if it gets close enough.....my logic. [/quote] It was great just to watch. I also had a house cat come up and take a crap 20yrds away and then carefully cover it with leaves[X(] Dumb cat... I would have left it in the open[:)] I even had a Chickadee try to land on me. I think he almost lost it at the last second[sm=lol.gif] This all happened this morning! God Bless! Jay
Posted on: 10/18/2009 8:57 PM by Author "theradioflyer" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
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[quote]ORIGINAL: crashcrash [quote]ORIGINAL: theradioflyer Hey All, I thought I post a hunting update... no animals have been harmed![:D] I've only been out 3 times this year and I've had at 8 deer within 20 feet or so. This morning was awesome! I had a spike buck right in front of me @15 yrds just as the sun was rising. It was about 30 degrees so I could see his breathe. I could even
Posted on: 10/18/2009 8:40 PM by Author "theradioflyer" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
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Hey All, I thought I post a hunting update... no animals have been harmed![:D] I've only been out 3 times this year and I've had at 8 deer within 20 feet or so. This morning was awesome! I had a spike buck right in front of me @15 yrds just as the sun was rising. It was about 30 degrees so I could see his breathe. I could even see the dew on his whiskers... no kidding! He walked right in front of me, then down a adjacent trail while he was silhouetted in the sun light. It was one of the most beautiful things I've ever watched. I was truly Blessed to watch nature up close like that without him even knowing I was there. I should have hunted with the camera today! God Bless Y'all! Jay
Posted on: 10/18/2009 8:17 PM by Author "theradioflyer" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
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I wish you the best luck Jeff! Get those pics and video. How cool would it be to have a great video of you catching a huge steelhead! You've got mission[8D] If you chose to accept... this message won't self destruct in 10 seconds[:o] I want to see more of this paradise that you live in[8D] God Bless You Jeff! Jay
Posted on: 10/16/2009 9:40 PM by Author "theradioflyer" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
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Dave, Wow! Congrats man! That build should keep you busy for a while. Very cool[8D] Blessings, Jay
Posted on: 10/13/2009 8:50 PM by Author "theradioflyer" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
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Choppers...... What's in that box?!!!!
Posted on: 10/13/2009 7:27 PM by Author "theradioflyer" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
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Dave I forgot to mention... I hope your wife's eye surgery goes well. If it's what I think my Mom just had hers done and she says it was very well worth it and she see's better than ever. God Bless Ya, Jay
Posted on: 10/13/2009 11:58 AM by Author "theradioflyer" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
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Great planes kyle!I love the Snoopy! Cools designs, too[8D] Thanks again guys for the kind words. It was a lot of fun making the rig and flying it. On my eyes... I see just fine but it seems as though my depth perception just isn't the same as it used to be. Dave..... what's in that box?!!! Jeff, Great reflection shot off of the blade, very cool. That is one blinged out heli! Blessings Guys! Jay
Posted on: 10/12/2009 10:59 PM by Author "theradioflyer" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
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Jeff, That bad bearing makes one heck of a weird noise[X(] I can't wait to see some pictures of those Salmon. Take the webbie along and get some in water video! Of course don't get it wet! LMAO! Blessings, Jay
Posted on: 10/12/2009 4:35 PM by Author "theradioflyer" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
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Thank-you guys very much! It was crazy when I hit that tree. There were a few people that had stopped to watch me fly and after I landed a few guys walked up to see what the damage was. They were astounded to see that the wing was fully intact. I couldn't believe the size of the branch that broke off. I was truly Blessed to have kept on flying and Blessed to have it on video... what an experience! The true reality is that it seems that my depth perception is starting to fade. Kind of a bad thing but I guess I need to stop pressing the issue on making things "close"[&o] I've enjoyed 34 yrs of good eyes and it looks like I'm starting to "see" a change. God Bless Y'all, Jay
Posted on: 10/11/2009 9:15 PM by Author "theradioflyer" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
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Jim, Thank-you very much! It's fuzzy because your looking out of the plastic canopy and it's just vacuum formed so it has it's distortions. The side view is clear because I made a latch to hold the window open and the door locks open as well. I hope all is well and I'll PM you if I get lucky out there in the woods[;)] God Bless Ya, Jay
Posted on: 10/11/2009 8:42 PM by Author "theradioflyer" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
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The video is up on Vimeo now! Enjoy[:)] http://www.vimeo.com/7015742 God Bless Y'all! Jay
Posted on: 10/11/2009 8:25 PM by Author "theradioflyer" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
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Eric, That's to funny but you have to try out the stuff to get a feel for where it takes video and such. Sounds like you had a great time! Jim, I think the Decathlon would shake the snot out of a camera. You'd have to pad the mount with a lot of foam... not that it couldn't be done. Some cameras are more susceptible to vibration. You just gotta try it and post it here[:D] With smoke please! I'm currently uploading the video to Vimeo as well because you-tube isn;t processing it yet. http://www.vimeo.com/7015742 God Bless Y'all, Jay
Posted on: 10/11/2009 7:55 PM by Author "theradioflyer" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
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