RE: RC Boat similar to this:
Cool. I contacted BBY... he has something pretty close. It will work to cut up and modify. Thanks Steve
Posted on: 10/27/2011 3:36 PM by Author "wagspe208" in the forum "RC Boats General Discussion"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10785600

RE: RC Boat similar to this:
Thanks. That looks like something to work with. I have to much time on my hands right now. HAHA Wags
Posted on: 10/24/2011 2:28 PM by Author "wagspe208" in the forum "RC Boats General Discussion"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10780550

RC Boat similar to this:
I am looking for an rc boat that looks like this, or can be modified somewhat to resemble this. Actually electric would be preferred. Thanks Wags
Posted on: 10/23/2011 9:19 PM by Author "wagspe208" in the forum "RC Boats General Discussion"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10779564

RE: LiPo Parallel/ single cell charging
Ah... so I can charge at 1C, or cell capacity. IE if I have a 2000 mah (2 amp) pack I can charge at 2 amps? 650 mah =.65 a max charge rate? Not 10% of the 1C rating? Where did I come up with the 10% thing? Is this "safe" discharge rating if not stated? And my 5 x 650 mah packs in parallel is 3250 mah so I can charge at 3.250 amps?? I hate to ask questions answered but I am questioning the 10% thing I guess. Wags
Posted on: 9/25/2011 7:20 PM by Author "wagspe208" in the forum "Batteries & Chargers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10734011

LiPo Parallel/ single cell charging
OK, first I am new to electrics/ lipos/ charging with anything but the transmitter/ rec chargers. I have searched and am confused I would appreciate any help. I have a Supermate DC6 charger. I am somehwat confused on charge rates/ amps/ etc. 1) I have a 11.1v, 2200 mah battery. It says 15C (I have no idea what this means) So, I set my charger to 3 cell (11.1V), and can charge at 2.2 amps safely? Right? 2) I have (5) 3.7v, 650 mah packs (20C... again WTF that means?) So, if I wanted to charge these in parallel my voltage is still set at 3.7v, right? But, what is my current set to .65 a max, or (650 mah x 5 batteries= 3250 mah) and set charge rate to 3.25 amps max? Or put another way... 1) When charging a single pack, I charge at 10% mah rating unless battery mfg says ok to charge at higher rate? 2) When charging in parallel add mah and charge at 10% of the total? 3) WTF does the 15C, 20C, etc mean? Thanks a bunch. I have searched and I think I know what to do. But, I am not to interested in setting the house on fire. Wags
Posted on: 9/25/2011 6:45 PM by Author "wagspe208" in the forum "Batteries & Chargers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10733936

RE: New to electrics/ opinions
The flying field is not hugely short, but I am lokinng for a over the bean field flyer. So, I'll just take the gear off. I really like the "fun fly" profile planes with real airfoil shaped wings. Npt into the flat foam pieces. And for a starter to see if I like it, want something small. If I like electric, I'll get a flying field piece. Thanks Wags
Posted on: 9/20/2011 11:22 AM by Author "wagspe208" in the forum "Electric General Discussion"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10725957

RE: New to electrics/ opinions
Oh, I have a lipo charger from small helis. I know nothing about ESC's, motors, etc. So, something matched would be great for starting out. And I am not a fan of foam. So, they are out. Thanks Wags
Posted on: 9/18/2011 11:34 AM by Author "wagspe208" in the forum "Electric General Discussion"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10722676

New to electrics/ opinions
OK, background. I have been flying rc airplanes for years off and on. I am a capable pilot. I havew had everything from eagle 20?? to ultimate biplanes, sticks, profile planes, etc. So, skill level is ok. I have always been a fuel guy. Never tried electric because it was junk (years ago). Now, I want to try one out. I live in the country, so flying area is not an issue. Smooth landing surrface is. (well, long and smooth). So, I want to jump in with something small to hand launch capable. 30" to 36" wingspan ish. I want to go profile plane cause they can be flown slow, do 3d, fly ok sport wise, etc. I have radio equipment JR. (but will have to get micro servos) I was looking at the performance aerobatics shock. Decent looking plane. Priced not to bad. I saw an e flite cap 232 maybe at the LHS. Also decent looking. So, any suggestions. Like I said... if I like it, I will step up to something bigger and go to the field. These smaller pieces can be tossed in the service van and stop by the field on the way home, thrown up in the air in the back yard, etc. Oh, I am not a 3d guy. I am more of a sport guy. Just like to be able to do some stuff if inclined. I also don't feel at all bad wadding up a profile plane. LOL Thanks Wags
Posted on: 9/18/2011 11:24 AM by Author "wagspe208" in the forum "Electric General Discussion"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10722663

RE: Novus CP N125 sub-micro?
I got one last week. It is not bad to fly. Do you have any heli experinece? If so, it is a heli. Nothing more, nothing less. I have flown mine, crashed mine, flown more, etc. I like it. It is pretty durable. I ran into the door, couch, almost hit the dog, etc. Take it slow at first. go from there. Wags
Posted on: 12/6/2010 12:18 AM by Author "wagspe208" in the forum "Helimax"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10179439

RE: *Checking Batteries Between Flights*
Duralite has a battery tester that applies eiter no load, .5 amp, 1.0, or 1.5 amp load. Surprised it isn't more popular. Wags
Posted on: 12/17/2007 12:08 AM by Author "wagspe208" in the forum "Batteries & Chargers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6767322

RE: raptor confusion...
Ditto....hobby shop issue, not a raptor issue. Wags
Posted on: 12/7/2007 12:12 AM by Author "wagspe208" in the forum "Thunder Tiger - Raptor 30, 50, 60, 90"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6724492

RE: To Spektrum or not to Spektrum
OK, one more question...I asked it in Manf. Supprt, but I guess not around during the weekends. Receiver for Ultimate Bipe 1.2 size....7000 Profile 40 sized plane 6200??? Raptor 50 6200?? T-Rex 450 6100?? Thanks I'm sure you guys can help ne. Wags
Posted on: 12/2/2007 9:53 PM by Author "wagspe208" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6705639

Spektrum receiver recommendations
I am going to get a spektrum module to put in my 9303 Monday. I will get the 7000 module. I have an Ultimate biplane 1.20 size to get the 7000 receiver. I have a funfly 40 size plane. I was going to put a 6200 in it?? I have a couple of helis (rap 50 and rap 90). Which receiver should I use? I have a t-rex450...which receiver? Thanks Wags
Posted on: 11/30/2007 10:23 PM by Author "wagspe208" in the forum "JR Radio & Spektrum Radios"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6697530

RE: Welcome Duralite!
Totally cool. I am glad duralite has a forum. Way to go RCU asnd Duralite. Wags
Posted on: 11/30/2007 5:09 PM by Author "wagspe208" in the forum "Batteries & Chargers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6696184

RE: To Spektrum or not to Spektrum
Well, hell....I guess I'm jumping in with both feet. I have a couple of fm receivers, a pcm receiver, need two more receivers....count me in. I will sell all the modules and receivers cheap. At least this makes my equipment (specifically receivers and modules) the same across the board. Thanks for the help. Sorry for the controversy. Wags Now....duralite transmitter battery?? Hmmm..
Posted on: 11/30/2007 5:03 PM by Author "wagspe208" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6696156

RE: To Spektrum or not to Spektrum
Wow, simple question..stirrs alot of crontroversy. I guess I am guilty. I have 3 acres in the middle of hundreds of acres of farmland. The closest field is 10 miles as the crow flys. I am guilty of hovering and flying my helis right here. Does this make me a comunist? Or any other insults that have been flying? Wags
Posted on: 11/29/2007 8:58 PM by Author "wagspe208" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6692641

RE: New V2 worth $200 more than SA?
Guys...dont bash me to much here. I have a sim. I started flying planes and helis long before the sims existed. I am a hands on guy. I use the sim to practice 3d stuff, experiment, etc. Also, don't forget all of the younger guys (say under 30 ish) grew up with computers. Hell I was listening on the radio today...kids would rather play the rockstar video game than learn to play a guitar. Maybe a generational thing. Younger cannot live without a computer. Older remembers when there were no computers and you were fored to live life. No right or wrong!! Just differences. Wags
Posted on: 11/27/2007 8:46 PM by Author "wagspe208" in the forum "T-Rex heli"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6683029

RE: How to adjust saito valves
Ah, the valve adjusting controversy makes it over to sport. Wags
Posted on: 11/27/2007 8:35 PM by Author "wagspe208" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6682959

RE: Saito 72 problem
I give...your method is much simpler. Remembering the firing order, which ones you have set, the valve that is 180 different than the current one. I agree. Your method is much better. There is no way to miss a valve with your SBC method. I am wrong. Your ap engie way is simple, fast and cool. I was trying to shed some light on engines outside our little world. Everyone, put your blinders on...airplane one cylinder engines are the only ones that exist. Wags Sorry for trying to elighten some as to another way to skin a cat. I will not try to explain the relations between intake and exhaust cycles. Appearantly the two valve cycles are not related (except to be on the same cam, same cylinder, same engine, but NOT other than that). I give. This horse has been beat to death. The best way to adjust valves is the one you are most comfortable and accurate with. Figure out that for yourself. I will not try and help anyone with engines in the future.
Posted on: 11/27/2007 7:46 PM by Author "wagspe208" in the forum "Glow Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6682676

RE: Saito 72 problem
I'm sure if it is how the Nextel cup guys and the NHRA guys do it, it is probably is not high tech enough for a model airplane engine. Wags
Posted on: 11/27/2007 11:19 AM by Author "wagspe208" in the forum "Glow Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6680636

RE: Saito 72 problem
No, we must be speaking different languages. I am saying adjust on the base circle. I am saying how to get on the base circle. The one full revolution works just fine whan working on a 1 cylinder, prop as a marker engine. Try it on a v-8, rotating with a starter, no absolute maker for each cylinder. Or on any "conventional" if you will enigne. It would take you hours to adjust valves instead of minutes. As I said, probably best to disregard what works for me. I am not an airplane engine expert. Just a backyard hack. Wags
Posted on: 11/27/2007 11:17 AM by Author "wagspe208" in the forum "Glow Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6680623

To Spektrum or not to Spektrum
I have a JR 9303. I fly a couple of weekends a month. I fly at a small club. They are pretty good about not turning on radios. It is in a relatively rural area. Is it worth it to spend the money? Should I just buy a few more pcm receivers that "are junk" now? Hell, I have been flying fm with no problems. OK, I have an ultimate bipe I like. I have a profile plane I wouldn't give a damn if it hits the dirt. I have 3 helis I like. Let the suggestions fly. (get it?) Wags
Posted on: 11/26/2007 11:39 PM by Author "wagspe208" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6679136

RE: Which Ultimate
I am hoping to get it out this weekend. Out of town right now. I will let you guys know what I think. I am NOT a capable 3d pilot though. Just a backyard hack. I like flying for my enjoyment, and keeping everything in one piece. Wags
Posted on: 11/26/2007 10:23 PM by Author "wagspe208" in the forum "Sport Flying"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6678731

RE: Saito 72 problem
Oh, and BTW, with the exhaust at full lift, the intake is most ceretainly off the base circle. Wags
Posted on: 11/26/2007 10:19 PM by Author "wagspe208" in the forum "Glow Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6678701

RE: Saito 72 problem
That is effectively what you are doing by this method. But if I were you I would discount what countless race engine bulders do (remember a four stroke engine is a four stroke engine) and go by whatever makes you happy. Also, make sure you are not open to others suggestions, as it is obvious you know all. Just a dumb race engine guy trying to simplify some things. Wags
Posted on: 11/26/2007 10:16 PM by Author "wagspe208" in the forum "Glow Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6678679

RE: Saito 72 problem
Well, the way race engine guys usually set valves on 4 stroke engines... Probably not nearly as critical on a mild airplane engine camsaft, but extremely critical on big race engine cams. When the intake valve "rocks" (meaning goes to full valve lift and just starts to close) adjust the exhaust. When the exhaust valve just starts to open, set the intake. This works on all four stroke engines that I know of. On big camshafts (again, probably not our engines) it is easy to imporperly adjust valves if using the TDC method. Exhaust valve starts to open so soon after TDC, it can throw people off. Next time, take alook at the rockers while rotating the engine. It is pretty obvious. Just a tip from a drag boat guy. Wags
Posted on: 11/25/2007 11:46 PM by Author "wagspe208" in the forum "Glow Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6673926

RE: Which Ultimate
Well, I understand haul a$$. But fly well for a biplane is what I'm looking for. I can't bring myself to put a 2 stroke on these planes. I like the sound of a four, so that limits haul a$$ somewhat. I'll have to get it out and fly it with the 110 on it. If not, maybe a YS 140 is next in line. Thanks Steve
Posted on: 11/25/2007 11:08 PM by Author "wagspe208" in the forum "Sport Flying"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6673768

RE: Which Ultimate
Well, I found one. A local guy had a Dave Paterick Ultimate he was selling. I looked at it. Perfect shape, complete less receiver. (actually had it, I didin't want it). It has a YS 110sc engine. I know YS pieces make power, but will this be enough to haul ass? I am sure it flies well with it, but I am a more power guy. ....Haven't had time to fly it yet. Just got it and cold here today. Thanks Steve
Posted on: 11/24/2007 7:59 PM by Author "wagspe208" in the forum "Sport Flying"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6667985

RE: Which Ultimate
I don't know anything about World Models. (as I said, just back into the hobby). How is the quality of their kits? Wags
Posted on: 11/15/2007 6:45 PM by Author "wagspe208" in the forum "Sport Flying"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6630138

RE: Which Ultimate
I tried calling the number listed on the website this afternoon. I got the "you have reached a number that has been disconmnected or is no longer in service" message. I guess it is between the Goldberg and the nitroplanes or nitromodels or whatever it its. Wags
Posted on: 11/15/2007 5:03 PM by Author "wagspe208" in the forum "Sport Flying"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=6629719