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your flight box - 2/15/2003 7:54:18 AM   
RSprinkel



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Status: offline 		You need a box to hold it ALL? Here is a link to one of the best ideas I have seen and am now using.

[URL=http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/tm.asp?m=167247+Box]http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/tm.asp?m=167247+Box[/URL]


Seems alot of members here are using Billy Hell's creation or something similar.

I have alot of tools in mine and all the necessary equipment for my planes to fly. Since the top box comes off I purchased a seperate one so I can have one top box setup for 2 of my planes and another top box setup for 2 of my other planes.

The bottom section has wheels on it so you can wheel it to the flightline.

Hope this helps yaa


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your flight box - 2/16/2003 10:19:09 AM   
CafeenMan



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Status: offline 		I used to be one of those who carried everything I "might" need to the field. Now I'm of the mind that less is more. I don't carry any hardware at all and carry a simple flight box and a small tool box. The tool box still has too much in it, but I also use it in my shop and the box is where the tools live.

The way I get away with this is to pre-pre-flight my planes at home EVERY time before I go to the field. If something needs to be adjusted, I make an effort to make that adjustment as soon as I get home while it's fresh on my mind.

Also, I take a lot of pride in how my planes look, and field repairs are always ugly. I just don't bother with them. I take a couple planes to the field, so if I break one, I'm not through for the day. All repairs are made at home with an emphasis on flight-worthiness and keeping the plane looking like new.

The bottom line is that all I need at the field is stuff to fuel and start the plane and drivers for whatever hardware is necessary to assemble the plane.

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your flight box - 2/16/2003 10:20:20 AM   
CafeenMan



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Status: offline 		PS. Plus a first aid kit in my flight box and a fire extinguisher in the car. Won't do a lot of good there, but the bracket that I bolted to my flight box keeps opening and fire extinguisher falls off. I need a better one.

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your flight box - 2/16/2003 11:21:47 AM   
sfaust



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Status: offline 		I'm with you CafeenMan. I carry too much, but I found an alternative. I fill my tool box with anything that I 'might' need, but I leave it in the trailer, or in the van.

I have a transmitter case, and in that is the few tools I need when I fly. Just the tools to assemble the wings (couple hex drivers, small screwdriver, etc) , my ESV meter, and my transmitter and frequency pins. I mostly fly gas, so I don't need a starter and such, just a can of gas, which allows me to get away with this setup. If I needed a battery, starter, ni-starter, etc, I might was well drag out the tool box.

So, I only need to drag out the plane, a can of gas, and my transmitter case. If I should need to make any repairs, or need spares, I have everything I can think of within a short walk to the trailer or van. If I need to charge the plane (rarely), I will drag out a 12v gel cell, with the charger and the leads.

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Flight Box - 2/16/2003 11:50:29 AM   
dickj



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Status: offline 		I use a Home Depot tool box and a Fuel Box which was made in the shop. I use two kinds of fuel so both are accomodated. Tool Box carries all wrenches, etc. Band aids, sun burn lotion etc.

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your flight box - 2/17/2003 8:24:23 PM   
stevezero



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Status: offline 		Whirleybird,

I use that can for glow fuel, not gas. Just wanted to make a claraification on that. I dont have a gasser (yet), but when I do, it will be a hand crank fueler.


So far, the nitro hasnt affected the plastic tackle box at all. I got mine at walmart for about 30 bucks.

I would love to carry a smaller lighter box, but I travel alot (and I take at least 1 plane with me at all times when possible), so to me, the extra weight is negligible. Three different types of planes, three different sizes, so this way, I know if I have my box, I should have what I need.

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your flight box - 2/18/2003 3:17:27 AM   
Whirley Bird



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Status: offline 		[QUOTE]Originally posted by stevezero
Whirleybird,


So far, the nitro hasnt affected the plastic tackle box at all. I got mine at walmart for about 30 bucks.

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Steve [/QUOTE]
Hi Steve,
OK,
I just wanted to know if that plastic held up to the fuel (nitro).
I have a Plano box for fishing.
About the same as size as yours but a different design.
I remember a few years back you had to watch what type of material was used because the rubber worms would melt throught the box.
Getting back to the tote box after you add the battery,starter,fuel,tools your pushing over 30 pounds but it's still nice to have all the RC stuff together.
Well,
I won't be flying for some time.
We got hit hard with a blizzard here and have 16 inches of snow on the fround with 30+MPH winds
Looks like we'll be close to 20"`when it's over tonight.
Need skis
Have fun and keep warm

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your flight box - 2/19/2003 1:55:25 AM   
stevezero



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Status: offline 		Mine isnt anywhere near 30 lbs. I'd say its prob 10-15lbs with transmitter and battery. Thats the other reason why I kept the fuel can seperate. It's comparable in weight to a typical wood box. Just have more stuff instead of wood .


Hopefully your snow will melt soon. I havent been out to fly in a while as well, and we got a few inches of sleet/freezing rain from this last go around. The majority of the storm wrapped around us and bypassed us, fortunately.

I havent gotten a chance to break out my skiis on my magic, and really hope I dont have to until the autumn/winter. I'm ready for some mid 60 degree temps.

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your flight box - 2/19/2003 4:16:33 AM   
Whirley Bird



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Status: offline 		[QUOTE]Originally posted by stevezero
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Hi Steve,
TH sent me a new built tote box.
I received it today.
It's a bit diferent then the same box in kit version and inside, the drawers are not treated so I have to coat them and make them fuel proof.
The 10-15 pounds sounds good.
I know mine has to be 30 pounds with the 7 amp battery and starter.
I think I have more tools then I really need though.
If I dump some of the tools and go with the 5 amp battery and reduce the fuel container to 1/2 gallon I may be able to get down close to 20 pounds.
Well I dug the Wagon out and I guess we got away lucky.
Looks like 14 inches and they were calling for 16-18"
When you get time let me know if that box you have is made by PLANO.
The Cabelas catalog shows their biggest box with a slide out compartment in the lower right bottom for $35.00.
Did you say you picked that up a K-MART?

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your flight box - 2/20/2003 8:30:43 PM   
david a



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Status: offline 		Well, it's not really a flight box but something I use to store, transport, clean and repair my plane on. Under the plane is two large areas that I carry plenty of paper towels, cleaner and a screwdriver to take the wing off.

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your flight box - 2/20/2003 10:47:52 PM   
stevezero



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Status: offline 		Mine is by Flambeau I believe. I got it at walmart for 35.00 or so. They have them in green/tan or blue/tan. I dont have the part# handy. Its either the largest, or second largest thing they have at Walmart. It is a 4 drawer tray, and a pair of large plastic compartments up top.

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your flight box - 2/21/2003 2:42:29 AM   
Scorch



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Status: offline 		I think I am going to have to look at one of the tackle type boxes at Wal-Mart, rather than build a new wooden one. I find myself needing storage for things that won't get lost. Screws, nuts, small things. Those divided organizers will be great for that. Perhaps, I'll expend my energies building planes rather than tool boxes.

Thanks you guys for all the good reading!


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your flight box - 2/21/2003 6:16:34 AM   
david a



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Status: offline 		Some of you must own complicated planes if it requires you to lug your Mac Tool cabinet along with a hobby shop full of screws and nuts to the field with you. If it takes all this just to get and keep the plane in the air then maybe it's time for a new plane.

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your flight box - 2/21/2003 6:47:45 AM   
Whirley Bird



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Status: offline 		[QUOTE]Originally posted by david a
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David,
I just looked in mine and have enough tools in it to work on my car
But the 7 amp battery,starter and the box itself has to be close to 20 pounds with the tool removed and no fuel jug.
Maybe we should start a poll and see what box is the most popular and give the weight with all needed items in it.
I guess the sealer I applied also added a good 2 pounds

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your flight box - 2/21/2003 6:53:46 AM   
stevezero



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Status: offline 		David,

It's not necessarily the complexity of the planes, although that does play a part. Currently I have 4 different sizes, ranging from very small glow 2 strokes to larger 4 strokes, 3d, funfly, and pattern planes. Different size props(8-16 inches), prop nuts (1/4-28, 5/16, 7mm), spinner nuts, servo horns/clevises/hardware (futaba and hitec use different horns, screws, etc). Different glow plugs (OS#3, 8, OS Type F, Enya#3,), Screws 2/56, 4/40,