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Old 06-23-2009, 09:06 PM
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George,

If you were to spend the money and the time to modify the tunnel, I would suggest the RE3 pipe at 14" header and you'll get the best of the pipes in this world but if I were you, considering the money and all that stuff, I would just buy the extension and try the current set up on longer header length. It should make a difference and you won't loose much time or money to get the results and see if you can live it before spending $300. My experience shows that RE3 from MTW has superior mid range to Greve, hands down!

Hope this helps,
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REZA....OK a question... i am thinking of replacing entire header / exhaust combo on my da85...(..as I cut an inch off the header)....does the re3 go in easliy...what about the new greeves ..any feedback on it??...as I mentioned I do have a da 2 1/2 extension however ..being that I cut an inch off the header ...will it make much of a diff? If I an going to spend the time Id like to get it right! Whats your opinion?? right now midrange is terrible with poor response...
George
Old 06-23-2009, 10:09 PM
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Default RE: Build Thread: New QQ-Yak 54 101

Is there a site/thread that details the pipe tunnel conversion?
Old 06-28-2009, 10:22 PM
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Default RE: Build Thread: New QQ-Yak 54 101

Reza,
Please tell me where these tuned pipes and headers are available.
RE3 pipe at 14" header
Thank you
JC
Old 06-30-2009, 11:03 AM
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Hi JC,

You can buy them from Desert Aircraft. 14" header is what you need with 10mm gap.
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Reza
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Reza,
Please tell me where these tuned pipes and headers are available.
RE3 pipe at 14'' header
Thank you
JC
Old 07-02-2009, 03:33 PM
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The manual is so well done and the ARF of such good quality I have no questions on the build. But how does she fly? What mixes have you implemented?
Old 07-03-2009, 06:12 PM
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Hi Les,

Thanks for the kind comments!
What radio do you have? I have the program in my 12X and I can send you the file but if you don't have the same radio, mixes are very small! Depending on your CG you can get 0-4% on pitch and same amount roughly on adverse aileron for knife edge! About 1-2% for downline if you are an IMAC guy! Shouldn't need anything more!

Cheers and happy 4th,
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The manual is so well done and the ARF of such good quality I have no questions on the build. But how does she fly? What mixes have you implemented?
Old 07-03-2009, 06:19 PM
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Hi Les,

Thanks for the kind comments!
What radio do you have? I have the program in my 12X and I can send you the file but if you don't have the same radio, mixes are very small! Depending on your CG you can get 0-4% on pitch and same amount roughly on adverse aileron for knife edge! About 1-2% for downline if you are an IMAC guy! Shouldn't need anything more!

Cheers and happy 4th,
Reza
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The manual is so well done and the ARF of such good quality I have no questions on the build. But how does she fly? What mixes have you implemented?
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I have the QQ 73inch WS YAK in the box and will soon begin assembly. I know there are many advantages offered by the computer radios and they can be "dialed-in" for certain maneuvers. I think this is what you're talking about such as "adverse aileron for knife edge." Where can I learn about how to do this for aerobatics? I have a new 12FG, but don't know where to begin on the programming.
Regards
JC
Old 07-05-2009, 08:12 PM
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HI JC,

See if you can find some Futaba programming forums here or else where! I have no experience with Futaba radios. Yes, you need to find out how to use it to set up your plane.

Thank you,
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Hi Les,

Thanks for the kind comments!
What radio do you have? I have the program in my 12X and I can send you the file but if you don't have the same radio, mixes are very small! Depending on your CG you can get 0-4% on pitch and same amount roughly on adverse aileron for knife edge! About 1-2% for downline if you are an IMAC guy! Shouldn't need anything more!

Cheers and happy 4th,
Reza
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The manual is so well done and the ARF of such good quality I have no questions on the build. But how does she fly? What mixes have you implemented?
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I have the QQ 73inch WS YAK in the box and will soon begin assembly. I know there are many advantages offered by the computer radios and they can be ''dialed-in'' for certain maneuvers. I think this is what you're talking about such as ''adverse aileron for knife edge.'' Where can I learn about how to do this for aerobatics? I have a new 12FG, but don't know where to begin on the programming.
Regards
JC
Old 07-08-2009, 12:12 AM
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Default RE: Build Thread: New QQ-Yak 54 101

JC,

Google "peter goldsmith tuning guide" and you should find a guide written by a TOC pilot that explains it all.

Rezagh,

I've got the Fut 9CAP. Thanks for the thought though.

Les
Old 08-05-2009, 08:11 PM
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Just bought this yak with 85 da..anything i should know about the build..any suggestions appreciated..
Old 08-07-2009, 05:57 AM
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Default RE: Build Thread: New QQ-Yak 54 101

Don't be greedy with epoxy and go with it over all plane.
Coverings - are not ready to fly!
Go over all covering with heat gun or covering iron even if it locks perfect!
Old 08-22-2009, 09:12 PM
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Can anyone please tell me what the length of the fuse is, From tip of spinner to end of rudder. I would appreciate any info on this.
Old 08-23-2009, 05:59 AM
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95 inches without a spinner. So just add the length of your spiinner
Old 08-23-2009, 07:58 AM
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Thank you very much for your time rcairflr.
Old 08-26-2009, 09:12 PM
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just maidened mine today what a stable smooth flying airplane. Great power with the da85 and Pitts
Old 09-01-2009, 06:17 PM
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I am planning on using Futaba 9156 servos for the elevators. These provide 344 oz in on 6V. Any thoughts on whether or not these will provide enough torque?
Old 09-02-2009, 07:26 AM
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Those should be plenty, i just ended up using 7955's all the way around and its plenty.
Old 10-01-2009, 10:44 AM
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Does anybody know what to do with the tailwheel assy that come with a rod with eyelet attached to the pivoting tailwheel, a 2.5 inch spring and wood screw? The manual is silent on this.
Old 10-01-2009, 05:02 PM
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Old 10-01-2009, 06:03 PM
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Default RE: Build Thread: New QQ-Yak 54 101

rcairflr,

Thanks! That was very nice of you to take a pics of the setup. I suspected that it went that way. Does it work OK?

Les
Old 10-01-2009, 06:33 PM
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It works fine,
Old 10-02-2009, 10:52 PM
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Default RE: Build Thread: New QQ-Yak 54 101

I am wanting to get this plane from Chief Aircraft and was wondering if the Spektrum DX 7 radio would work with this plane? Any thoughts?
Old 10-03-2009, 12:44 PM
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I am using the futaba 7c with a smartfly powerbox pro dual a123's batteries..works fine
Old 10-03-2009, 02:40 PM
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Default RE: Build Thread: New QQ-Yak 54 101

I am wanting to get this plane from Chief Aircraft and was wondering if the Spektrum DX 7 radio would work with this plane? Any thoughts?

Works more than perfect!!!
Old 10-06-2009, 07:18 PM
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Default RE: Build Thread: New QQ-Yak 54 101

I absolutly love my 86. I can only imagine how well this flies. Is this one still in production? For that matter are any of the QQ planes still in production? Does anyone knowbof a plane out there that has a similar cowl and canopy to fit an 86?
Thanks in advance.
Matt


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