s/m 1/6 f16 in my hot little hands!
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Here's some video we took of a recent flying day with a few Skymaster jets. You'll see my SM F16 in the Dutch F16 Demo Team colour scheme throughout the clip, with some onboard footage towards the end. The SM 1:6 F16 is such a great flying model.
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https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=YTs1MaN5abI
Check out our SkyAcesRC Facebook page.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=YTs1MaN5abI
#1878
Not it sure if this pic is what you're after Chris. This is my Gen 2. I measured from the rear of the plane as its more accurate because the leading edge tapers out. You'll need to make sure it's mm accurate or it won't work.
Let me know if you'd like any other pics.
Levi
Let me know if you'd like any other pics.
Levi
#1879
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@Ronnie,
I have a gen 1 F-16 and would like to know about the parts compatibility with the gen 2.
Are the wings totally different as in the mounts or something else? Are the elevators different?
Id like to see about adding the updated wings and replacing the elevators which are warped.
I have a gen 1 F-16 and would like to know about the parts compatibility with the gen 2.
Are the wings totally different as in the mounts or something else? Are the elevators different?
Id like to see about adding the updated wings and replacing the elevators which are warped.
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Never seen this posted but does this look like the assembly order of the brakes and discs(bvm calls it dual wall disc brakes)? from what I can tell:
hub <-> disc <-> locking spoke <-> disc <-> wheel
http://www.skymasterjet.com/image/wk1.jpg
hub <-> disc <-> locking spoke <-> disc <-> wheel
http://www.skymasterjet.com/image/wk1.jpg
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Hey Guys Im wondering if someone could help me out here. Im in need of the duct that runs from the inlet to the engine..Does anybody have one laying around they could sell me or would skymaster be my best bet..Thanks!
Ben
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Hi Guys,
I’mwondering where the best CG is for the Skymaster F16 G2 1/6scale
I have tomaiden him soon… pictures followed..
SM hismanual mentioned 200-220mm but I think that this is tonose heavy
Thanksagain ..
Geert
I’mwondering where the best CG is for the Skymaster F16 G2 1/6scale
I have tomaiden him soon… pictures followed..
SM hismanual mentioned 200-220mm but I think that this is tonose heavy
Thanksagain ..
Geert
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No problem. Also keep an eye on your gear doors, mine held air fine, but just were not strong enough to hold closed even at 120psi. I run just the lower bypass setup, I replaced them with Ultra Precision 7/16 cylinders. If the doors open in flight and you are haulin, they can tear off.
Last edited by raron455; 03-21-2017 at 08:38 AM.
#1889
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Yes Chris, the bigger cylinder is the winning ticket.I have had 4 of these jets, 2 gen 1s and 2 gen 2s, I have had door issues with every one of them, except 1, that I bought used, and he had upgraded with some JMP cylinders. I have installed 7/16 Ultra precision cylinders on my others and now this one and has solved the door problem.I do have a 210 in mine, but the doors would come open even around 1/2 throttle. The door issue is a pretty common problem with these planes.
#1890
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Yup, excessive air pressure inside the fuse blowing the doors open. If the planes had more air flow through the fuse the doors would stay shut instead.
I guess the intakes could be restricted so there's less air pressure inside the fuse. Just providing what the engine needs. The tail pipe bulkhead has to be less restrictive too. These engines don't need the huge intakes like the full scale engines do.
I guess the intakes could be restricted so there's less air pressure inside the fuse. Just providing what the engine needs. The tail pipe bulkhead has to be less restrictive too. These engines don't need the huge intakes like the full scale engines do.
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Thanks for the info guys...
some pics of VDVmetaal his plane ..
he had just an other question for you guys, the stock rudder system: is it strong enough?
because we read some trouble about it (it is the latest version G2)
thanks again
some pics of VDVmetaal his plane ..
he had just an other question for you guys, the stock rudder system: is it strong enough?
because we read some trouble about it (it is the latest version G2)
thanks again
#1892
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NO,,,,THE FACTORY INTERNAL SETUP IS STILL NOT UP TO PAR,,EVEN ON THE G2,its still.pretty much the same failure prone setup. You need to place.the rudder servo in the stab and use a rod directly attached to the rudder with a control horn,Its pretty much just a given in these jets to do this modification to prevent rudder flutter.
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Yes Chris, the bigger cylinder is the winning ticket.I have had 4 of these jets, 2 gen 1s and 2 gen 2s, I have had door issues with every one of them, except 1, that I bought used, and he had upgraded with some JMP cylinders. I have installed 7/16 Ultra precision cylinders on my others and now this one and has solved the door problem.I do have a 210 in mine, but the doors would come open even around 1/2 throttle. The door issue is a pretty common problem with these planes.
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Hi Guys,
did anyone test the G2 version with flaps only on the wings and elevon in the tail... will the plane go slower in landings?
are the flaps only effective in other words
in no wind days the plane comes to fast to land on a small airfield (or with crosswind)
thanks again
did anyone test the G2 version with flaps only on the wings and elevon in the tail... will the plane go slower in landings?
are the flaps only effective in other words
in no wind days the plane comes to fast to land on a small airfield (or with crosswind)
thanks again
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Guys does any one have a close up of the canopy hinging used?
Also, are the leading edge slats worth the hassle? I have a G2 kit with slats, but I dont like the flimsy horn supplied and want to avoid having to engineer my own...reading some of the stories here, I am thinking of just gluing them to save time and weight
Also, are the leading edge slats worth the hassle? I have a G2 kit with slats, but I dont like the flimsy horn supplied and want to avoid having to engineer my own...reading some of the stories here, I am thinking of just gluing them to save time and weight
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Guys does any one have a close up of the canopy hinging used?
Also, are the leading edge slats worth the hassle? I have a G2 kit with slats, but I dont like the flimsy horn supplied and want to avoid having to engineer my own...reading some of the stories here, I am thinking of just gluing them to save time and weight
Also, are the leading edge slats worth the hassle? I have a G2 kit with slats, but I dont like the flimsy horn supplied and want to avoid having to engineer my own...reading some of the stories here, I am thinking of just gluing them to save time and weight
As far as the leading edge flaps, I had them on my previous F16 (gunslinger) , to be honest with you, I did not notice any difference in landing with or without them. Sure they look cool, but they are not needed on this plane. The guys with the 1/5 version swear by them though. I was not very comfortable with the acutation linkage as well, I put 500+ oz. servos on mine to be sure they did not move, and to be honest I never had an issue with them. I did use them for landing about 1/2 the time. When I ordered my newest F16, I did not order the LEF or canopy. I kept it simple and light as possible, she is still Heavy almost 51lbs Wet. From what I have read if you lose control of one of the LEF in flight it will more than likely be a complete loss. Like I said this is my personal opinion and experience, I have had 4 skymaster F16s, 2 gen 1s and 2 gen 2s, the LEF are just not worth the effort. I would glue them closed and never worry about them.
This is a great plane, and considerably heavier than the BVM F16, but it is a strong plane, and the gear is bulletproof. The plane flies fantastic, and lands well. Hope this helps, If you have any more questions feel free to ask.
Ronnie