RE: National 747 crash
Ok I,m out. Tried to keep this thread educational from not only a pilots perspective but also as an A&P and 1st hand experience. You can't fix stupid and I ain't even going to try.
Posted on: 5/16/2013 7:39 PM by Author "willig10" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: National 747 crash
You would be correct if this was a pure jet. The engine is a split spool engine and the 3rd stage wheel drives the compressor. The compressors 1st stage is the fan. It is the fan that provides around 90% of the thrust. The other 10% come out of the exhaust cone. Another way of determining a high bypass engine is in it,s thrust reversing system. A pure jet will have clam shell doors that are mounted on the aft end of the engine and when activated they cover the exhaust and divert the exhaust/thrust forward. On a high bypass engine the thrust reversed is mounted on the aft end of the inlet. This is called a cascade reversed and it diverts the fans thrust forward. This is because the majority of the thrust is in the 1st stage fan/compressor. Glenn Williams
Posted on: 5/16/2013 4:29 PM by Author "willig10" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: a lesson to all
Well at least he didn't hand launch a hand launched airplane and threw the transmitter instead. On the other hand maybe that is exactly what he should have done. Then he would have to upgrade his radio. Just saying. lol
Posted on: 5/16/2013 12:03 PM by Author "willig10" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: Please help! Motor broken!
I would think the ESC is the problem not the motor.
Posted on: 7/23/2012 7:14 AM by Author "willig10" in the forum "RC Electric Off-Road Trucks, Buggies, Truggies and more"
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RE: LETS SAVE SIG BEFORE THEY GET SWALLOWED BY THE BIG TWO!!!
Here are the links to my Morrisey Bravo Maiden videos. Perhaps you saw me on the Shot of the moment with this bird. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vUBIHtqpJDQ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HtUkKWdF9LE If you go to forums you can see my build log as well on this bird. I took a year to build this plane and sold a Hangar 9 T-craft (which was my favorite plane at the time) to build the Bravo. I can attest that the Bravo flew extremely well and I wish Sig had a better Marketing plan. I firmly believe that if Sig (among others) would learn how to market online they would be more succesful than they are. Hope it works out for them. Enjoy the videos Glenn Williams
Posted on: 7/23/2012 6:05 AM by Author "willig10" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Wife was NOT amused . . .
It's the new "sand & fly" from Horizon.
Posted on: 7/21/2012 5:46 AM by Author "willig10" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Taylorcraft crash
Just go to horizon hobby under taylorcract, then download the manual.
Posted on: 7/19/2012 11:33 AM by Author "willig10" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: Taylorcraft crash
Wanted to show everyone what Comanche was talking about. On the pictures I am uploading you can see the following: 1. Wing tube location. 2. Servo wire access 3. Anti rotation pin. 4. Nylon bolt/thumbscrew. Glenn Williams
Posted on: 7/19/2012 10:08 AM by Author "willig10" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: Taylorcraft crash
Here are some pictures of the tail brace fix. Hope this helps any of you that may have this aircraft. Glenn
Posted on: 7/19/2012 8:48 AM by Author "willig10" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: Taylorcraft crash
Comanche: If you decide to pony up and buy another T-craft, Since no-one has bothered to look. I am going to do you a favor and post the link to the T-craft build that was started when the new plane came out in the ARF version. It appears nothing has changed in the design so here you go. http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_9041541/mpage_1/key_/tm.htm If you take a few moments to read the posts you will find a wealth of information about "Heating issues, Struts, Paint chipping and most definately the tail brace fix." Adding wire to the tail brace area just takes away from the looks of the plane. Further in on the posts you can see pictures of my T-craft as well and some of the add ons that I added such as painting the firewall etc. Glenn Williams
Posted on: 7/19/2012 6:28 AM by Author "willig10" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: Taylorcraft crash
I cannot confirm this as I never left my wingbolts out. However I can say that the struts are made out of aluminum and the wing tube is aluminum as well. I would agree that the wing bolt is not structural in any way. It is simply to hold the wing taught against the fuselage. The wing tube carries the load as the locater pins (dowels) orient the wings for correct incidence. Something was wrong and I do not beliee it was the planes fault. I would like to see pictures and none have surfaced as yet. So everything is his word against HH. GLenn
Posted on: 7/9/2012 5:39 AM by Author "willig10" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: Taylorcraft crash
Comanche: I am not coming down on you. I understand your frustration. If you look at the forums under Taylorcraft the tail support issue is well thought out and we showed how we made the tail supports better by using a threaded rod in a clevis and welding it so it would not break. This plane overall is a great product and I sometimes wish I had not sold mine as every time I brought it to the field it was an attention grabber and looked and flew great in the air. I can attest that it is one of the best planes I have owned. What I am saying though to you is if when screwing in the wing bolts you were only able to screw the bolt in during assembly a few turns before it became snug something was definately wrong. In RCU forums if anyone bothers to look you can find all kinds of solutions to your questions especially on the new Taylorcraft. Now before you go and berate me about that go take a look for yourself Again my 2 pennies worth Glenn Williams
Posted on: 7/7/2012 3:21 PM by Author "willig10" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: Taylorcraft crash
As stated earlier. I was one of the first owners of the new T-Craft 2 piece wing (ARF) version. I installed the Zenoah G-26ei and you can search and find the build here in the forums. The following for me was the pre-flight routine. EVERYTIME!!! 1. remove top plexi glass cover. 2 install wing tube 3. install wings and servo wires through access holes in fuselage. Ensure servo extension wires/leads are not caught between wing and fuselage. 4. Ensure dowel pins are mated/seated and install wing bolt finger tight (this is the nylon wing bolt Comanche is talking about) mine would engage very soon and took numerous turns to get snug. Double check servo wires/leads are not caught between wings and fuselage. 5. Install servo connector keepers on servo connectors. 6. Install keeper pins and cotter pins on strut connections between wing and fuselage for both wings. 7. Radio on and check for aileron travel on both wings. 8. Install pilot figure 9. Install top plexi glass cover and screws (just snug so the plexi does not crack). 10. Fuel plane (32:1 Stihl Ultra) 11. Start engine/range check 12 Fly The nylon screws in question should have had a tab protruding from them that allows them to be tightened by hand. I am sure H9 will be looking at that area and if they find that the wing bolts are not up to their design I would say tough titty in the big city. I have read this entire thread from beginning to end and the first few opening statements are what is concerning me. Comanche states he knew the bolt was only grabbing a few threads. Well Immediately this should have sent up a red flag and he should have been on the phone with H9 or asking someone about this issue. Bottom line is he (Comanche) suspected there was a problem and decided to fly with that problem at the aircrafts demise. 1200.00 down the drain. I guess for him(Comanche) that this will be a 1200.00 learning experience on what not to do going forward. Again my 2 pennies worth. Glenn Williams
Posted on: 7/7/2012 9:32 AM by Author "willig10" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: Taylorcraft crash
I expect that the final result will be that H9 only offers him a discount if he wishes to purchase anor T-craft.
Posted on: 7/6/2012 6:01 PM by Author "willig10" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: Taylorcraft crash
I had the 2 piece wing Arf version. Never had any issues with my plane the wing bolts although nylon were never a problem and the plane did mild to wild aerobatics. This plane does take some careful preflight with the strut pins and wing bolts. If you knew the bolt was only grabbing 4 threads you should have replaced the bolts or contacted Horizon. My 2 pennies worth
Posted on: 7/5/2012 6:27 PM by Author "willig10" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: Dx8 still has problems
To the original poster. What position is your transmitter antenna in? I hope it was ot straight up. Also you cannot induce air loads in your shop. Moving the controls will allow you to check for a bind, however air loads in flight are greater than you may be aware of. A 5 cell battery fully charged is around 7 volts. If you are using digital servos you will not be airborne very long before you are in the 5 volt range. That said do what you want but if it were me, i would use a minimum 5000 mah. Good luck
Posted on: 6/15/2012 4:45 PM by Author "willig10" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: Can this be fixed???
You ever heard the saying, "you can lead a horse to water, but you cant make him drink"? If you would have sent the engine to Antique, you would be flying now.
Posted on: 6/12/2012 11:41 AM by Author "willig10" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: Can this be fixed???
Quit jacking around with the engine. Either send it to Zenoah for repair or better yet send it to Antique for repair. If you dont know Antique do a forum search for him. Best advice you will receive trust me on this
Posted on: 6/7/2012 6:12 AM by Author "willig10" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: Why the near obsession with over powering airplanes?
Simply put more power if needed is a good thing. Weight and.balance is another. Also you dont have to fly at full throttle
Posted on: 5/26/2012 10:34 AM by Author "willig10" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: Hypoxia in F-22's? Scary thought...
I just wonder: If the F-22 is using compressor bleed air and assuming the cockpit has an outflow valve to maintain cabin pressure, if possibly the outflow valve is allowing dirty air to back feed into the cockpit? Also when working on corporate jets mainly the Challenger series 600, 601 and 604, also the Gulfstream G3, G4 and G5 we had O2 bottles in the nose and they were more than adequate for worldwide travel and able to sustain the crew and passengers for more than 12 to 14 hours in the air. I know we need technology but fail to understand why the raptor is not using in this instance tried and proven technology that is low cost and off the shelf readily available. We have a great jet and great engineers working the problem. I am sure it will get fixed but an O2 bottle will remedy the situation and is easily installed and serviced and is low weight. My 2 cents. Glenn Williams
Posted on: 5/9/2012 8:43 PM by Author "willig10" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Your list of hightest quality engines?
Do your homework and you will see: Zenoah. (Like a timex. takes a licking and keeps on ticking) DA (Great engine and customer service is second to none) Syssa (I have a friend who has run this engine with over 50 gallons) Great engine. OS (Both gas and glow) DLE ( rapidly becoming a great engine and prices are good) My 2 cents worth
Posted on: 5/9/2012 1:15 AM by Author "willig10" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: Top Gun 2012
Anyone know the place currently of Tim Lovet and Lee Rice? Thanks Glenn Williams
Posted on: 5/4/2012 4:18 PM by Author "willig10" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Walbro Carb for DLE30
I have never had an issue with my engines as I use Stihl Ultra oil mixed 32:1. That said. I went to Wild Hare and personally witnessed a DLE 30 that was completely carboned up. The engine was sent in for warranty and the guy was using Pennzoil. The engine was a complete mess. The mixture he was using was 32:1. He was flying the engine in extreme 3D. Wish I had taken pictures while I was there. Again to each his own. But after seeing the engine, I personally would never use Pennzoil. My 2 cents. Glenn Williams
Posted on: 4/29/2012 7:17 PM by Author "willig10" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: It's been a long, fun adventure...
Trent: Like you I got back into RC after a long break ( I told myself I would never leave it again). I came back in 2009 and am now pseudo "leaving" it again. I just bought a 2007 ultra classic and my wife and I ride regularly. Like you I find my time spent on the RC thing has become a stresser to me as well. I have sold almost all of my RC planes and will be keeping some accessories for later if I decide to come back. Right now I am enjoying the time spent together with my wife and the scenary as we ride. Enjoy your time with your wife as well. Regards Glenn Williams
Posted on: 4/26/2012 2:34 PM by Author "willig10" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: Good deal on ebay!
Well using your logic obviously everyone who shops on E-bay is going to come here first and check to see if it is a scam. What I was and am trying to say was that how many people can say the same thing. It's kinda like the "how many people does it take to install a light bulb" thing. Move on people. Nothing here to see. Glenn
Posted on: 4/17/2012 7:27 PM by Author "willig10" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Good deal on ebay!
I read them all prior to posting. If someone is mis-informed enough to buy a turbine without doing his homework then the old saying of "A fool and his money are soon parted" takes precedence. I just think you all beat a dead horse to death. My 2 cents. Glenn
Posted on: 4/16/2012 10:22 PM by Author "willig10" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Good deal on ebay!
Geesh, You guys don't even know the seller and because he is "unknown" Everyone here that has responded with the exception of one guy has bad mouthed this "unknown seller". You all need to get a life. Just sayin. LOL Glenn Williams
Posted on: 4/16/2012 9:07 PM by Author "willig10" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Carb tuning
To the Original Poster. It really does not matter. Just start the engine with the new mix and adjust needles accordingly to what the engine needs to run at idle smoothly and then transition to top end with no hesitation. I would on the first flight leave the high speed needle (after adjusting on the ground) a tad on the rich side. Fly a few laps and see how she does. Adjust for best RPM after. I think you will be fine just be diligent when tuning on the ground first. However all that said there is nothing wrong with running 32:1 Just my 2 cents. Regards Glenn Williams
Posted on: 4/12/2012 11:00 PM by Author "willig10" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: New DLE 20 won't start
Ensure you have a 4.8 volt battery not a 6 volt battery. Also ensure the low and high end needles are set to factory specs prior to starting. Adjust the needles after starting to the correct ratio. I always kill the engine make an adjustment then restart.
Posted on: 3/19/2012 7:25 AM by Author "willig10" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: What causes a brownout?
Lets be clear. The only way you will get a 1/2 volt drop from a servo extension that is new, undamaged and not shorted is to have a drop resistor to reduce voltage to the servo. Period.
Posted on: 3/14/2012 6:58 AM by Author "willig10" in the forum "Beginners"
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