RE: 3W 80 Xi
Updated rpm for the 3W80CS. Xoar 26x12 (5,400 rpm) - Metallica, you might be correct. There must have been an error on the rpm reading on the 28x10 beila prop. seems a little high. Beila 24x14 (5,800). THese two props that were tested were consistent in rpm reaadings throughout the day.
Posted on: 6/20/2012 8:56 PM by Author "ton2di" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: Top Flite AT6 ARF
badazzgti03, Hey. If you are not busy this Sat the 23rd come pass by our field at Laurel (Freestate Aeromodelers). We will be having an Airplane of the World event. Lots of people from all over the area. I will bring my AT-6, PT-17, 1/5 Corsair, and P-51. Tom Treese, this is for you as well if you're around the area (I know you're almost 4 hrs away.) Ton2di
Posted on: 6/20/2012 8:50 PM by Author "ton2di" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: DLE 15cc?
+1 again. Even some 120-125FS (Saito and OS) would not compare to a dle20 in terms of speed. Tested in a .60 size warbird.
Posted on: 5/24/2012 2:53 AM by Author "ton2di" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: Top Flite '.60 size' P-51D Mustang ARF: Building & Modifications
badazzgti03, I sent you an email regarding the P-51. Ton2di
Posted on: 5/12/2012 8:28 PM by Author "ton2di" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Top Flite '.60 size' P-51D Mustang ARF: Building & Modifications
R/C Foolish, The H-9 P51 is heavy when assembled based on the reported weight here compared to the TF P-51... maybe part of the reason why it tip stalled on take off. Besides, a lot of people are complaining about how violently it snaps on turns. So if you really like P-51's then this TF 60 is great for you. Lots of happy owners here!!! Tony
Posted on: 5/10/2012 8:55 AM by Author "ton2di" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: FUtaba S3051HV
Thanks for the reply. I am actually having a hard time buying these servos because they are all out of stock at the moment. I managed to get 2 from e-bay sellers. I was looking to buy some hitec 5645, but will instead get these as soon as they are available.
Posted on: 5/9/2012 5:36 PM by Author "ton2di" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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FUtaba S3051HV
Anybody has this servo yet? It's only $39.99 at tower and it is the HV version with metal gears. The torque is not so bad either. According to Servo city, it's coreless too.
Posted on: 5/8/2012 11:45 AM by Author "ton2di" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: Top Flite '.60 size' P-51D Mustang ARF: Building & Modifications
Kelly, RBean is correct. The 16x8 is a good prop for the DLE 20.... but, if you want more speed then you would want to get an APC 15x10. A club member has it in his 60 size P-51 and it is so fast (around 8,300 rpms-ground). Tony
Posted on: 5/8/2012 10:56 AM by Author "ton2di" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Top Flite '.60 size' P-51D Mustang ARF: Building & Modifications
I will try to post some pics of the installation. It has a bell crank mechanism that it linked to the main air valve.
Posted on: 5/8/2012 10:53 AM by Author "ton2di" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Prop unloading.
Guys. Lots of great info here. The OP is just asking how many rpms would a 160FX engine turn more in the air given that it turns 8,200 ground rpms - currently with a 18x6 prop (a question that I asked before as well). I think that he got his answer... 1000 rpm +/-. So OP, you are in the good rpm range for your engine. (I have this engine as well, but will use an apc 17x12 or 16x14 for speed for my P-51)
Posted on: 5/5/2012 9:19 PM by Author "ton2di" in the forum "Glow Engines"
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RE: Top Flite '.60 size' P-51D Mustang ARF: Building & Modifications
a vent line from the muffler). Well, it's either this or the 120. Ton2di
Posted on: 5/1/2012 9:25 AM by Author "ton2di" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Top Flite '.60 size' P-51D Mustang ARF: Building & Modifications
, Perhaps we could fly these in formation! Ton2di
Posted on: 5/1/2012 7:06 AM by Author "ton2di" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: 3W 80 Xi
Thanks for the quick reply Metallica. Anyway, if it makes any difference, this is the Competition Version with the Red Cyl. head. If anyone has a 25x12 or 24x14 I would be willing to trade my 28x10 beila. Thanks, Ton2di
Posted on: 4/23/2012 4:11 PM by Author "ton2di" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: 3W 80 Xi
Hello, I just bought a P-51 with a 3W-80i CS. I would like to try a menz 24-14/xoar 24-14. Anybody done this set up before? It's going to be for a 96" P-51. Used to have a beila 28x10 at around 5800rpm. Thanks, Ton2di
Posted on: 4/23/2012 3:26 AM by Author "ton2di" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: Top Flite AT6 ARF
Fast. Sold it to another club member to wanted fast planes. Ton2di
Posted on: 4/18/2012 1:24 PM by Author "ton2di" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: Top Flite AT6 ARF
I am sorry to hear your loss. Yes, it was too windy last Sunday. I made three flights on my AT-6. The final landing was one of my worse because of the wind gust. Perfect approach then suddenly it lurches up or down because of the wind. Well, no better way to improve our flying skills.. That 60 size P-51 is a fun plane too. Just tends to nose over especially on thick grass compared to the AT-6, which likes to bounce. Tom, that event sounds exciting. I will try to encourage other flyers from our field to storm your field!
Posted on: 4/18/2012 8:49 AM by Author "ton2di" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: New DLE 30 with Xoar 19x8
Jezmo, That's a good data you have there. The rpm is about 1800 more in the air. Should be a good indicator of top end speed as well. ton2di
Posted on: 4/17/2012 8:32 PM by Author "ton2di" in the forum "Tachometer Readings"
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RE: DLE 55 or Brison 3.2 Which is smoother?
Ok. I guess, it's time to get one of those DLE55's when my Brison 3.2 is decommissioned. Thanks for the info w8ye.
Posted on: 4/14/2012 6:47 PM by Author "ton2di" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: DLE 55 or Brison 3.2 Which is smoother?
Dave, I have a Brison 3.2 installed in a Top Flite Giant P-51 swinging an apc 20x12 (around 7,200 rpms). Keeps up with the G62 powered (22x10) P-51's/P-47's. ton2di
Posted on: 4/14/2012 12:03 PM by Author "ton2di" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: Top Flite AT6 ARF
Sonny, That airport that you're referring to might be Tipton or Freeway. BTW, I have had good luck with my AT-6 without a glow driver (OS91FSII). It just turned 2yrs old this month with over 150 flights. May our planes last a very long time!!! Tony
Posted on: 4/6/2012 6:06 PM by Author "ton2di" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: Top Flite AT6 ARF
Jon, If you ever pass by near Laurel, let me know. I have this plane as well. We could fly formation at our field. (FSA) Tony
Posted on: 4/6/2012 6:57 AM by Author "ton2di" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: Top Flite '.60 size' P-51D Mustang ARF: Building & Modifications
Tom, Try to fly it first with the stock retracts. Mine held up well even when putting an OS 200FS. It all depends upon your landing skills. With the robart struts, it should help with the occasional bumps when taxiing and landing. The OS 95V should be a perfect match. Try it with an APC 14x8 and it's going to zip through the sky. Ton2di
Posted on: 3/27/2012 3:31 PM by Author "ton2di" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: BLACK HORSE STUKA
VMB, Do you guys carry parts for the BH stuka? I need to replace the wheel pants. Thanks, Ton2di
Posted on: 3/20/2012 6:16 PM by Author "ton2di" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Top Flite AT6 ARF
Scott, What part of MD are you in? If you ever get near Laurel/Bowie area, let me know so you could go and visit our field. We have a couple of warbird fliers. Ton2di
Posted on: 2/13/2012 6:30 PM by Author "ton2di" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: Top Flite AT6 ARF
The OS 61FX is the minimum engine for the AT-6. It might not be a very good option though because you're going to be using a smaller prop, i.e 12x8 to 13x6. Like jet posted, the OS 91FS will be perfect. It will swing a 14x7-8 prop with no problem. The plane balances great with this engine also. Over 150 flights on mine and still going strong.
Posted on: 2/12/2012 6:09 PM by Author "ton2di" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: Top Flite '.60 size' P-51D Mustang ARF: Building & Modifications
that are available online to estimate the speed of an 18x12 prop turning at around 5k rpm also. Ton2di
Posted on: 2/6/2012 8:43 AM by Author "ton2di" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Top Flite '.60 size' P-51D Mustang ARF: Building & Modifications
with that engine combination. Ton2di
Posted on: 2/5/2012 7:16 PM by Author "ton2di" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Binding R617FS to 8FGS problem
acdii, Look at the bright side. That's the only time you'll probably bind that R617FS to your 8FG radio. It would not unbind for a long time!!! ton2di
Posted on: 2/2/2012 3:32 PM by Author "ton2di" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: prop pitch
I am aware of the power difference between the OS 120FSIII and the OS120AX - which is a more powerful engine. I was referring to the OP's concern regarding landing speed!!! Same prop pitch of 12 and rpm range during landings.
Posted on: 1/28/2012 5:58 PM by Author "ton2di" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: prop pitch
Go ahead and use that 14x12 prop. I have successfully used an apc 14x12N on a TF P-51 60 size (65" wingspan) using an OS 120FSIII. You can land just above idle and still have a good rollout!!!
Posted on: 1/28/2012 5:20 PM by Author "ton2di" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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