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Old 10-05-2008, 10:28 AM
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Guys
Something like this
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Old 10-05-2008, 10:43 AM
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Default RE: Area 51 engines

That's pretty cool.

Edit: Just realized it's missing the 51....?
Old 10-05-2008, 10:57 AM
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Nobert..

I like that.. but I'm using a vinyl cutter, (I'm not an expert with it) If I cut the flags in vinyl, I would spend to much time weeding them. But I like the flags so maybe I'l give it a test cut...Also I want to work with one color.

Maybe drop the flags ,, and ad Milton's web page addy under the "AREA"

The one Milton posted above ,, is a test cut of vinyl..... I did

things that can be changed,
1. leave the www off so it would read RCEXTREMEPOWER.COM

2. AREA 51 ,, Font ,,,,
Old 10-05-2008, 11:06 AM
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Ok guys I'll work on it .
We must remember we are designing a logo for the whole range not just the 51 it needs to be fairly simple as well.

Paul
Old 10-05-2008, 11:33 AM
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Thats right Paul ,, "keep it simple" I agree with that..

You post it I'll try to cut it..
Old 10-05-2008, 12:08 PM
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Default RE: Area 51 engines

My PAU Edge 540 Area 51 install.
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Old 10-05-2008, 12:14 PM
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What do you think guys
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Old 10-05-2008, 12:15 PM
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Default RE: Area 51 engines

Joe - good looking install!!
Surprised to see you using the standard short "arm" that is on the throttle shaft.

I have always found that short one to be far too sensitive to movements for my taste. Over the engines I've done, I've come to appreciate the 3/4" arm (Hitec Blue aluminum) distance on both the servo arm and the throttle shaft. That usually permits +- 90 ATV on my JR, if I do one end at 5/8", it's 100/100, stop to stop. I do that because it gives me much finer control of the bottom of the carb movement where a click is way too much. Plus, better control of the idle using the trim lever.

That is a good looking installation, for sure!
Old 10-05-2008, 12:17 PM
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Default RE: Area 51 engines

Those look pretty good... but... isn't the name of the business "RC Extreme Power", selling "Area 51" (brand) engines??? Minor details, I know... but wonder what would be best? Are we promoting the brand or the business?

Milton your thoughts??
Old 10-05-2008, 12:37 PM
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Default RE: Area 51 engines

I have to go out right now but a little later I will post a picture using the arms that I use, I think I will just start putting them on the engines before I ship, I have had a couple other people to break the screws while trying to remove, They have some hind of loctite on them.

The arms are a little longer to give better throttle control.

Milton
Old 10-05-2008, 01:08 PM
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Joe - good looking install!!
Surprised to see you using the standard short "arm" that is on the throttle shaft.

I have always found that short one to be far too sensitive to movements for my taste. Over the engines I've done, I've come to appreciate the 3/4" arm (Hitec Blue aluminum) distance on both the servo arm and the throttle shaft. That usually permits +- 90 ATV on my JR, if I do one end at 5/8", it's 100/100, stop to stop. I do that because it gives me much finer control of the bottom of the carb movement where a click is way too much. Plus, better control of the idle using the trim lever.

That is a good looking installation, for sure!
Thanks Bob. I tried to put on the blue hitec arm but as Milton said some people's screws are breaking off and mine did. But the arm still stays on from some weird rivot or something. So I just used the short arm as I had no choice. I'll probably ship it back to Milton this winter and have him fix it so I can put another arm on it.

I drilled a new hole on the servo arm very close to the servo shaft and it actually works pretty well.

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Old 10-05-2008, 02:24 PM
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Well was going to take some picture to post about the throttle arm but have to go and get some batteries for camera [:@]

Milton
Old 10-06-2008, 05:30 AM
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Here is a very bad picture on my linkage, its using one of the HiTech adjustable servo arms, with an additional bolt through the short arm hole.

It the slot allows you ro make some adjustments on the length.

Peter

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Old 10-06-2008, 07:58 AM
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Looks good. I bet it makes for easy adjustments.

I'd use that sprial wrap Milton gave you for your spark plug wire. Also I'd put some little zip ties on all your tygon connections.
Old 10-06-2008, 07:59 AM
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What do you think guys
I like these. Nice and simple but look cool.
Old 10-06-2008, 09:20 AM
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I'd use that sprial wrap Milton gave you for your spark plug wire. Also I'd put some little zip ties on all your tygon connections
The model is stripped down waiting for the new exhaust, so much of the cables and pipes are just sitting there. I usually use a wire clip to hold the fuel pipe on, but I pushed the pipe back on to stop the fuel system drying out.

The plug lead is usually cable tied to the stand offs. Never thought of using the Spiral wrap for that, will give it a try. Thanks for the suggestion.

Peter
Old 10-06-2008, 07:39 PM
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Default RE: Area 51 engines

here is one of our logos,

It was made by one of our customers
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Old 10-07-2008, 04:47 AM
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I Like it!! Personally I would make one that covers the line Area Engines, then I would put a tag line under the logo for all advertizing and boxes etc. The logo would be just Area Engines and the graphic of the alien under it for vinyls but the tag line would be on everything else.
That way you have a logo that works for the entire line not just one engine. Under the logo would be the tag line in a different script.

Runs like its from another world

Just a thought
Old 10-07-2008, 05:04 AM
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Nice tag line but maybe shorter? Funny how peoples attentions shortens to what the eye can catch.

How about the above logo with a half circle below the whole thing that says RCEXTREME Power.com with some tricked out emphasis on the word Extreme?

Just my thoughts.
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How about [size=4]POWER THAT'S OUT OF THIS WORLD! for a tag line? under the logo in a half circle. I need to do some photo shop stuff
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Remember vinyl cutting in layers and colors is needed to do those sorts of things, and that adds $$$ and time.
Plus, from one who has BTDT, the more complex lettering/shapes, the exponentially-more difficult a good install of the graphics becomes.

My vote is for KISS - keep it simple, straightforward, enough to prompt questions...
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No question on the vinyls. I do some work with a vinyl company and the logo should be straight up simple. For the logo I like Area Engines with the alien as it is simple and doesn't need to be changed for the 102s. The tag line and anything else would be used in print adds and box covers etc.
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Default RE: Area 51 engines

What length are the stand-offs that come with the Area 51? It's going on an EF Extra so I want to make sure I've got the right length around.
Old 10-07-2008, 11:43 AM
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Hi Berwyn Bill,

The stand off's are 66mm in length or in old money 2 5/8th

Paul
Old 10-07-2008, 11:46 AM
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Hi Paul

You got any 51's left in Stock?

Peter

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