RE: Help Identify this plane older biwing
No positive but it may be an Ace Four Star 120
Posted on: 5/20/2013 10:47 AM by Author "tweedy" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Testing the new NV (Norvel) .40 size (6.5cc) gasoline glow engine
What is the Oil %? And how how clean A runner is it? any problem with carbon build up or the glow plug fowling? Sorry if these Questions have been addressed but I'll be darned if I could find them. Thanks Richard
Posted on: 5/17/2013 4:25 PM by Author "tweedy" in the forum "Glow Engines"
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RE: Help Identify this plane older biwing
On most R/C biplanes including the one you picture, the wings are of cantilever design, and the inter-plane struts are just cosmetic, if your model had functional flying and landing wires then the inter-plane struts would be a necessity. A full size example would be the WWI Fokker Dr1 Triplane, it had cantilever wings, and struts added (but no flying wires)just to please the higher command.
Posted on: 5/15/2013 11:59 AM by Author "tweedy" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: PAW .033 spray bar Orientation
Thanks so much it was the latter, holes 90 degrees from each other, I would never have caught that. any other tips on this engine? I'm a bit of a nube when it comes to diesels. I am replacing the Tee Dee .020 in the model pictured with the PAW .033, any sugestions as to what prop to start with?
Posted on: 8/13/2012 2:42 PM by Author "tweedy" in the forum "Everything Diesel"
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RE: PAW .033 spray bar Orientation
Thanks, If I get it right the holes in the spray bar are at 90 degrees to the throttle barrel hole. Richard
Posted on: 8/13/2012 11:22 AM by Author "tweedy" in the forum "Everything Diesel"
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PAW .033 spray bar Orientation
Anyone know the correct Orientation of the spray bar, in relation to the barrel, on PAW .033 R/C. Thanks Richard Browning
Posted on: 8/13/2012 9:09 AM by Author "tweedy" in the forum "Everything Diesel"
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RE: Looking for my 1st build.
You can't go wrong with the Sig LT-25 just don't over power it. a mild 25 is all it needs.
Posted on: 8/9/2012 11:39 AM by Author "tweedy" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Bluejay still in business?
I have the Bluejay kit and the quality is really nice and the ribs are laser cut also have holes for using a wing jig.
Posted on: 7/2/2012 6:11 PM by Author "tweedy" in the forum "Classic RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Convert transmitter frequency?
Sorry it will be the universal module, and you will need to plug it into the trainer port, http://www.xtremepowersystems.net/proddetail.php?prod=XPS-G1
Posted on: 7/2/2012 6:03 PM by Author "tweedy" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: Convert transmitter frequency?
I fly nothing but EPS With their Nano Receivers, love them, the transmitter module for your trans is here: http://www.xtremepowersystems.net/proddetail.php?prod=XPS-J4
Posted on: 7/2/2012 5:52 PM by Author "tweedy" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: Bluejay still in business?
I have ordered a couple of kits from them, on two different orders in the last year, using their website and both times shipment was very rapid and the quality of the kits is really nice.
Posted on: 6/26/2012 10:32 AM by Author "tweedy" in the forum "Classic RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Bluejay still in business?
[quote]ORIGINAL: Paul_BB Hi, I would like to buy a Bluejay Dirty Birdy 60 kit. I've send them an e-mail but I have no answer. <img alt='''' src=''http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/js/fckeditor/editor/images/smiley/msn/sad_smile.gif'' /> Are they still in business? Thanks, -Paul   [/quote] http://www.bridiairplanes.com/hangar/index.htm Bluejay Airplane Kits Lynn and Sandy Latta 301 Hartford Street Stratton, NE 69043 tel. 308.276.2322 llatta@gpcom.net
Posted on: 6/26/2012 6:43 AM by Author "tweedy" in the forum "Classic RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Fuel tubing for Clunk Tank
Tried stretching, did not help, the tank is quite short, so the portion of the clunk line that can flex is less than an inch, the line that comes with Hayes I think is very similar to what tower sells, I have some old Demco (Debolt) tanks from the early 60s that have a very flexible clunk line (I think latex). Might that be resistant to Diesel? Does anyone have any experience with the fuel line that Texas Timers sells? http://www.texastimers.com Richard
Posted on: 5/18/2012 3:27 PM by Author "tweedy" in the forum "Everything Diesel"
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Fuel tubing for Clunk Tank
I have a small Hayes 3oz. tank and would like some suggestions for flexible, diesel proof, tubing, to use inside the tank for the clunk, the tubing that comes with the tank is diesel and glow rated, but is too stiff, as is everything else I have seen. Could I use small silicone tubing and just change it frequently? Richard
Posted on: 5/18/2012 12:16 PM by Author "tweedy" in the forum "Everything Diesel"
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RE: Warped Ailerons
try really hot steam, and clamp them with the twist reversed overnight, this is provided that you are dealing with a dope shurnk fabric, if it is iron on then then twist well past the point that it is straight, clamp and heat with iron, might even put them in the oven. Richard
Posted on: 5/15/2012 3:59 PM by Author "tweedy" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: Scratch Designed/Built Sailplane
I have really enjoyed following your build, it’s a beauty. I can’t say that I’m a big fan or your choice of servo connectors, I’d rather see a Z bend on a model you have put so much effort into, but if you are going to use that type of connector I’d recommend grinding a small flat on the pushrod and using some Loctite, or better yet some silver solder. As for the CG put me in the test glide camp even if you just run with the model and let it get light in your hand. Good luck with the maiden, l look forward to the flight report Richard
Posted on: 5/11/2012 5:42 PM by Author "tweedy" in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
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RE: Nitrate dope and Diesel ?
Thanks Tony I will give that a try, You prompted me to update my profile as I have been in Cedar City, UT for a couple of years now. I still get into So. Cal. quite often. I fly mostly rubber free flight and vintage RC. Richard
Posted on: 5/4/2012 8:29 AM by Author "tweedy" in the forum "Everything Diesel"
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Nitrate dope and Diesel ?
I am new to Diesel Engines and have a ? My normal finishing system is silk or silkspan, applied and shrunk with nitrate dope, with final coats of KlassKote epoxy, my question is: With a diesel powered plane, can I forgo the KlassKote fuel proofer and have the Nitrate be my final finish?
Posted on: 5/4/2012 7:07 AM by Author "tweedy" in the forum "Everything Diesel"
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RE: 50th Anniversary Flight - Pageboy
Thanks Skaliwag I have looked at this, and my only concern was that it was not a pure castor blend. Nobody does custom blends in small batches? Richard
Posted on: 4/27/2012 8:42 AM by Author "tweedy" in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
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RE: 50th Anniversary Flight - Pageboy
Does any one know of a fuel supplier that can produce and ship this blend in Quarts? (25% castor 35% nitro) Richard
Posted on: 4/27/2012 7:06 AM by Author "tweedy" in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
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RE: 50th Anniversary Flight - Pageboy
In an 010 I like 25% Castor and 35% Nitro but others might disagree Richard
Posted on: 4/24/2012 9:27 PM by Author "tweedy" in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
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RE: 2.4GHz Single-channel
1963 Aero Flash and Hinode Transmitter with Phil's 2.4 emulator, Aero Flash was kitted by Airco Models plans did not say who the designer was (Any one Know?) OOO silkspan covering Tee Dee .020 with throttle. Richard Browning
Posted on: 11/20/2011 8:09 PM by Author "tweedy" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: 2.4GHz Single-channel
more photos
Posted on: 11/20/2011 6:26 PM by Author "tweedy" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: R. Jess Krieser models SkySquire and others
First time using it so I'm still learnig how to use it, to get a good finish on the SkySquire I had to sand starting with 400 grit ending with 2000 grit then buffing compound, I expect that the clear coat will start to show some yellowing over the parts with white trim. but I think the silk, nitrite, KlassKote, will be my method of choice from now on. Richard
Posted on: 11/20/2011 5:36 PM by Author "tweedy" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: R. Jess Krieser models SkySquire and others
Sky Squire orange silk, Nitrite Dope, and KlassKote, Enya 40ss
Posted on: 11/20/2011 4:34 PM by Author "tweedy" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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Midwest Push Pins Not a Bargain
I purchased a thousand of these Push Pins from Midwest Products, at about $5 per box of 50 for a model building project with students at a local middle school, and they are worthless. If you need push pins you are better off spending the $7 per box for the German made pins, sold by Peck (A to Z Corp.) I sent Midwest and e-mail explaining the problem, and got no reply. I have attached a drawing showing what the problem is. (loose shafts and bent tips.)
Posted on: 8/12/2011 9:16 AM by Author "tweedy" in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
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RE: Kwik Fli III
I can send you a CAD file DXF of the Kwik Fli MkIII that I drew up several years ago Richard Browning
Posted on: 12/27/2010 4:17 PM by Author "tweedy" in the forum "Classic RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Engine For Kwik FLi Mk. III
I think the Sig 13" canopy is closer in size to the Kraft Drawings Richard Browning
Posted on: 12/18/2010 12:24 PM by Author "tweedy" in the forum "Classic RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Engine For Kwik FLi Mk. III
FYI Enya Direct still sells the Enya 60-III it is the CL version you need to order the RC carb as a seprate part also the Muffler and if you want to screw the muffler to the crankcase you need to drill and tap the crankcase Richard Browning
Posted on: 12/17/2010 6:27 PM by Author "tweedy" in the forum "Classic RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Was this overspeed or mech failure?
Mass balancing is the addition of weight forward of the hinge line, to offset part or all of the weight of the control surface. Most often used on ailerons, to a lesser degree elevator, and rarely on rudder, flutter can also be helped by having a good gap seal, and using more hinges than normal, also adding structural stiffness to the flight surfaces can help the situation. If you look at a three view or photo of a P51 mustang you will see mass Balances on the control surfaces (even the rudder). The balances on the ailerons are hidden inside the wing. This is why many WWII aircraft had fabric covered control surfaces (the lighter the control surface the less weight it takes to balance it). Richard
Posted on: 8/9/2010 1:45 PM by Author "tweedy" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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