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RE: Perfect Model Jet
Dantley, Being that you have now owned both the Comp-Arf and Skymaster Hawks, which in your opinion is the better flyer? Stan
Posted on: 9/6/2012 12:24 PM by Author "tucson"
in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11219773
RE: Comp ARF BAE Hawk build thread
Alan, Thank you for the detailed pictures they are perfect and help a lot. I can see where the packing would help center the engine on the bellmouth. Earlier in this thread people were saying to eliminate the packing to get the Hawk to have no pitch change with power changes, that's why I elected to eliminate the packing. One person went as far as to mount the engine on the bottom (reverse side) of the engine mount. It is nice to know that with your setup you have no pitch changes with power changes. One more question, The bellmouth has a curved lip at the end. The deflector has a recessed grove at it's end to accommodate the lip. As you can see the two do not mate and are off in my case by at least 1/2 -1". Did you grind off the lip where it contacts and rest on the deflector? That would lower the pipe slightly. In your pictures it looks like you might have done that. I wish the manual had the detailed pictures you have sent me. Again, thank you Stan
Posted on: 8/10/2012 5:34 AM by Author "tucson"
in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11187982
RE: Comp ARF BAE Hawk build thread
Alan, That would be great. I can't imagine what is wrong with my setup. In order for me to get the 25-30mm space between the end of the turbine exhaust cone and the point where the bellmouth meets the ss thrust tube the engine for some reason is further back from where Dave W recomends the front of the turbine to be. This is with the thrust tube extending out the rear of the fuse 3-5mm. The engine I am using is the 140RX which I believe is the same length as the 120sx. Because of all this the carbon deflector in order for it's mounting ears to lay under the jetcat mount has to be further towards the rear not allowing the front end of the bellmouth to lay in the grove at the end of the carbon deflector by at least an inch. I hope I have made myself clear on the issue. I always end up with some strange issue's in my build[:o] Thanks for your input, Stan
Posted on: 8/9/2012 4:36 PM by Author "tucson"
in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11187490
RE: Comp ARF BAE Hawk build thread
I am having a bit of a problem trying to set the right height for my Jetcat thrust tube. the engine (JetCat) is mounted on the engine rails. I am not using any packing. The Carbon turbine deflector guard which mounts to the bellmouth and its mounting ears sit between the engine mount and engine rails is keeping the thrust tube sitting to high. I cannot lower the thrust tube( airplane inverted) because of the turbine deflector guard. I do not want to add packing to raise the engine on the engine rails. Is the deflector guard really necessary? What have some of you done to solve this problem? Thanks, Stan
Posted on: 8/9/2012 1:59 PM by Author "tucson"
in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11187300
RE: Comp ARF BAE Hawk build thread
[quote]ORIGINAL: afterburner [quote]ORIGINAL: tucson Alan And Dave, Thanks for your input. I like the idea of bolted ball joints to help correct the angle. It is not a perfect fix but if it works leave it alone. A friend here in Tucson Has not started his yet. He says he is going to mount his servo... [/quote] Tucson, What did you end up doing with the flap setup? Mine are way off. I tried the '
Posted on: 7/28/2012 4:15 PM by Author "tucson"
in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11172557
RE: Comp ARF BAE Hawk build thread
Well it looks like I found the right combination to offset the gear so the doors will close. I added 1/32 shims to the two outboard gear mount tabs. This has brought the tires low enough to clear the inner doors when retracted. The problem of toe in still exists. The best I have been able to get is the wheels pointed straight ahead. No toe in. I will settle for this. Turned out to be a simple fix. Stan
Posted on: 7/10/2012 6:53 AM by Author "tucson"
in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11149848
RE: Comp ARF BAE Hawk build thread
I know this problem has been addressed lightly before. I have a problem getting my inner gear doors to close without hitting the tires. I have not been able to get any toe in, this is with the tires set straight ahead. Someone mentioned using shims to change the angle of the gear so there would be more clearance. what part of the gear mount did you place the shim and what was the thickness you used. I could keep experimenting till I get the right combination but could use some help here. Thanks for your help, Stan
Posted on: 7/9/2012 10:38 AM by Author "tucson"
in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11148841
RE: Has the extreme Heat stopped your flying
[quote]ORIGINAL: jayman618 <span style=''font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; ''>Most of the country is having a heat wave. Has this put a damper on your flying, are you not going to events or fly ins because of the heat. What can event organizers do to make it more bearable for participants? What do you do to stay cool when you go flying in this heat? [/quote] A few of us leave our houses at 5:30-6 AM. Drive about an hour. Get several flights in by 10:30, pack up and drive the hour back home. Get home around 12 PM. A lot of work but worth it for me. We have no choice if you want to fly in this heat. Stan
Posted on: 7/6/2012 7:05 AM by Author "tucson"
in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11145152
RE: C-ARF Flash Build Thread for All Flash's being built this winter
[quote]ORIGINAL: aquaskiman I don't know what speed we are doing with our CF at take off, but at 5400ft on a 80deg day we use all the 600ft of runway to get it the air with a JC120sx. I have seen many wheels come off jets that were not glued on. [/quote] George, I have many flights on my CF with a JC 120SX. I live at an altitude close to 3000 ft. Lately I have been flying mine when the temp's have been in the middle to high 90's. The density altitude is pretty high at those temp's. I never use more then 250 -300 ft without TO flaps. Our runway here at Timpa is 750 ft. I start my take off roll near mid field and am off way before the end of the runway. I have never lost a wheel or tire. I have never glued them on. I bought them from Dreamworks almost two years ago. I can't explain why, Maybe I am one of the lucky one's. Stan
Posted on: 7/6/2012 6:47 AM by Author "tucson"
in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11145123
RE: CARF CT-114 Tutor 2.6m Build thread
[quote]ORIGINAL: dubd Thanks, Kevin. I have a P-180rx or EvoJet 160vx that I'll use in it. [/quote] Good choice Dantley, I have a KT 170 in mine and it needs it. I agree with Kevin. Stan
Posted on: 7/3/2012 5:24 AM by Author "tucson"
in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11141018
RE: Lipo Fire in Garage
[quote]ORIGINAL: aspeed For post #109 (I don't know how the quote thing works) A123 batteries work fine for planes and especially cars and boats. They are about 1/3 heavier than LiPo's, and the normal arrangement are shaped like a big D cell battery, so getting three together can be hard to fit in a skinny fuselage. I tried them in my old Amptique glider and it worked fine, much better than the old nicads which barely went 100 ft. high on a charge. I got at least 5 or 6 really high lifts out of a 2 cell 2300 mah A123 copies. About 7 minutes altogether. LiPo's would be better as they are lighter for lift and glide too. I know this is a jet forum. Dune buggies are less sensitive to weight and are good candidates for A123, but for all out racing the voltage of 3.7 for LiPo's is better than 3.3v for A123. A123 is easily safer for charging and crashes etc. though. They were developed for real cars. [/quote] You are correct this is a jet forum. I fly jets as well as Prop warbirds. 123's are not a problem for space. Stan
Posted on: 6/26/2012 12:36 PM by Author "tucson"
in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11132698
RE: Lipo Fire in Garage
[quote]ORIGINAL: David Searles OK, I'm officially concerned! So, can we now steer this thread more towards solutions. I can honestly say that I never charge my batteries unattended, but, I do & have left them installed in the jet while charging. My big concern now is the storage risk. Below is a photo of what my trailer typically looks like: six to eight jets, all containing three or more lipos! Even if I make the effort to remove all of the batteries, where the hell do you safely store 24 lipo batteries?! Put them all in one box or cabinet & it seems to me you've just created a battery bomb, ie one goes off & it triggers the other 23! I really would rather not have a battery go off and destroy every jet in my trailer, so it seems the storage solution needs to be external, and somehow compartmentalized so that one bad cell can't set the whole thing off. Suggestions? David S [/quote] Hi David, That is exactly why I got rid of my Li-Po's and went to A123's. I want nothing to do with Li-Po batteries. This thread explains why. Stan
Posted on: 6/26/2012 10:56 AM by Author "tucson"
in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11132556
RE: Comp ARF BAE Hawk build thread
Alan And Dave, Thanks for your input. I like the idea of bolted ball joints to help correct the angle. It is not a perfect fix but if it works leave it alone. A friend here in Tucson Has not started his yet. He says he is going to mount his servo on the inside of the top skin between the gear mount and original servo mount. He says that it is then in line with the horn and he can still get his
Posted on: 6/20/2012 4:38 AM by Author "tucson"
in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11124867
RE: Comp ARF BAE Hawk build thread
Hello everyone, I am just starting to install my flap push rods from the servo to the flap horn. As noted in previous posts the angle is off by a few degrees and would require moving the servo arm out an inch or more to be 90 degrees to the flap horn. I believe Dave W suggested cracking the flap horn and hysol it back at the correct angle. I would like to avoid doing that. I am making some carbon fiber rods(for stiffness)And using a ball joint at the servo arm to help with the angle. My question is for those of you that have not done any or very little modifications to the horns or rod had any problems with the way the flaps are working? Thanks for any input Stan
Posted on: 6/19/2012 4:31 PM by Author "tucson"
in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11124371
RE: CARF CT-114 Tutor 2.6m Build thread
[quote]ORIGINAL: dubd [quote]ORIGINAL: kev-o I got them from Ron dileo @premier pilots you need to lop off abt an inch from abdomen but they look great. Use the carf helmet and some foam to fit Kevin [/quote] CARF helmet? [/quote] I think he is referring to the plastic helmet that comes with the kit. It must fit over the head of the Premier Pilot. Stan
Posted on: 6/8/2012 5:03 AM by Author "tucson"
in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11111044
RE: CARF CT-114 Tutor 2.6m Build thread
Hi Kevin, If you get a chance could you post a close up picture of your pilot in your airplane? I still have not put a pilot in mine. I am really enjoying flying my Tutor. What a great airplane. Thanks, Stan
Posted on: 6/6/2012 6:50 AM by Author "tucson"
in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11108523
RE: Comp ARF BAE Hawk build thread
Geoff, Thank you for letting me know the web site. I have looked and the best I could come up with was the paint from the side view. Some might not agree with me but I am very happy with my choice. I love the paint Scheme. Stan
Posted on: 5/31/2012 12:48 PM by Author "tucson"
in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11101480
RE: Comp ARF BAE Hawk build thread
[b]"Which landing gear did you get?"[/b] I ordered the sport gear through Comp-Arf. Not here yet. Stan
Posted on: 5/31/2012 10:42 AM by Author "tucson"
in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11101359
RE: Comp ARF BAE Hawk build thread
Hi Everyone, I just purchased the Carf Hawk in the Union Jack configuration Which I like a lot. I didn't realize that the wing was painted a light grey. I like the way it looks with the red contrast. My question is was the original wing painted a light grey? I have been unable to verify the color. The picture on the web site looks like it might have a tint of grey. This is my 3rd Comp-Arf Jet (Flash, Tutor, And now the Hawk). You can't beat their kits. Look great, built Strong, and fly great. Thanks, Stan
Posted on: 5/31/2012 7:55 AM by Author "tucson"
in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11101153
RE: 2012 RAF Display Hawk colour scheme
On A slightly different topic but still about the BAE Hawk. I just purchased the Carf Hawk in the Union Jack configuration Which I like a lot. I didn't realize that the wings were painted a light grey. I like the way it looks. My question is was the original wing painted a light grey? I have been unable to verify the color. No one that I know in the States can help me. Thank you, Stan
Posted on: 5/30/2012 5:26 PM by Author "tucson"
in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11100545
RE: CARF CT-114 Tutor 2.6m Build thread
[quote]ORIGINAL: Dave Wilshere Stan So its got worse? If you take the elevator off and thread the wire through the hinge blades on the tailplane, is there free movement of the rod? If so you could bush with plastic tube. Like I said before I've not seen this much play on any of ours. Dave [/quote] Hi Dave, No it is still the same. Only 13 flights so far. I am going to have to fix it I realize that. My personal feeling is that 3/32 might be pushing the limit. Curious if this is a problem with some of the other Tutors out there. As always thanks for your quick response. Stan
Posted on: 4/30/2012 11:15 AM by Author "tucson"
in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11062756
RE: CARF CT-114 Tutor 2.6m Build thread
I have noticed 3/32 play in my right elevator. The play is not coming from play in the servo or linkage. It appears to be coming from the wire in the hinge in the inboard side. The wire might be slightly undersized for the hole in the hinge. It does concern me somewhat, so I am asking those flying the Tutor if you are seeing the same situation and if so[b] how much movement are you getting.[/b] I do not have many flights on my Tutor only 13 so I don't believe it is a wear problem at this point. Thanks for checking. Stan
Posted on: 4/30/2012 9:50 AM by Author "tucson"
in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11062619
RE: Kingtech K-180
I am running the 170. I spoke to Barry who told me the 180 is replacing the 170. Stan
Posted on: 4/29/2012 7:46 AM by Author "tucson"
in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11061131
RE: 5 YERAS IN 2 MINUTES VIDEO - New developed Model- share your opinion
Hi Avi, Very very nice. Awaiting more details on price and more. Stan
Posted on: 4/26/2012 7:21 AM by Author "tucson"
in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11057414
RE: The best maiden I've ever had!!!!
These are not Falcons but I think An Eagle hunting. At the end of the video there will be some new choices. One will be hunters using eagles to hunt fox and wolf. Well worth watching. Stan http://www.youtube.com/embed/nA3LtXnNIto?feature=player_embedded
Posted on: 4/22/2012 6:31 AM by Author "tucson"
in the forum "Off Topic Forum - Planes/Helis"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11051970
RE: C-ARF Tutor + JetCat P180RX = Perfect Combo!
Thanks Ryan, I used to fly at Chatfield in the 70's and 80's when I lived in Denver.. I was there recently and because of the camping areas close by some one said that Turbines were not being flown anymore. Great facility. Stan
Posted on: 4/15/2012 6:59 AM by Author "tucson"
in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11042580
RE: C-ARF Tutor + JetCat P180RX = Perfect Combo!
Shaz Congrats on your maiden. I love mine also. At what field was the picture taken? Stan
Posted on: 4/15/2012 6:02 AM by Author "tucson"
in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11042519
RE: Fellow RC brothers, I need your help!
Completed! Stan
Posted on: 4/12/2012 5:27 AM by Author "tucson"
in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11038687
RE: Where is the best place to buy A123 Batteries these days?
http://electrodynam.com/store/EDN.html I have been using Electrodynamics A123 Batteries in all my Jets and prop planes for years. Great people to deal with. Stan
Posted on: 4/10/2012 11:47 AM by Author "tucson"
in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11036288
RE: CARF CT-114 Tutor 2.6m Build thread
[quote]ORIGINAL: dubd [quote]ORIGINAL: tucson [quote]ORIGINAL: dubd My poor Tutor is sitting in the box, waiting to be built! I am looking forward to flying this plane! [/quote] Hi Dantley, Tutor might not be fast enough for you.[:D] Regards, Stan [/quote] LOL A 180rx will go in the Tutor for a little more ''go''. [;)] [/quote] You will not be able to keep the paint
Posted on: 4/5/2012 8:00 AM by Author "tucson"
in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11029258
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