Top-Flite 1/5th F4U Corsair ARF Group Build and modification thread
07-31-2012, 03:51 PM
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RE: Top-Flite 1/5th F4U Corsair ARF Group Build and modification thread
That's looks pretty good. I believe the arf is the same as the kit as far as mounting goes. I might just do alittle more modifying to mine as well. ( But after I get the rest of the thing put together first)
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07-31-2012, 05:41 PM
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RE: Top-Flite 1/5th F4U Corsair ARF Group Build and modification thread
Hi Galen
Got the retracts in today. I will be going in for a little back surgery tomorrow so I will have some time to ponder the problem. I am quite sure I will be able to come up with some sort of mechanical door closure while lying in bed the next couple of days. I have put Chris on alert to come up with a laser cut package if needed < grin >
Dean W.
Got the retracts in today. I will be going in for a little back surgery tomorrow so I will have some time to ponder the problem. I am quite sure I will be able to come up with some sort of mechanical door closure while lying in bed the next couple of days. I have put Chris on alert to come up with a laser cut package if needed < grin >
Dean W.
08-13-2012, 04:11 PM
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RE: Top-Flite 1/5th F4U Corsair ARF Group Build and modification thread
I just ordered the retractable tail wheel from Earl Aune,(ad in MAN magazine I think) really looks nice in the photos. Should be here in a few days I'll keep you all informed, 
08-15-2012, 01:09 AM
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Wish I had seen it before I ordered the Robart unit. Might be putting the Robart up for sale, I'll have to see what the Earl Aune one looks like, and how it will hold up in the long run. 
08-15-2012, 08:09 PM
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Ohhh..not good. Thanks for the heads up Karl. I have heard about that elsewhere as well.
Cheers
D.W.
Cheers
D.W.
08-16-2012, 08:46 PM
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RE: Top-Flite 1/5th F4U Corsair ARF Group Build and modification thread
It had two servos
ST126MG High Torque MG Servo
Torque (oz.in.): 126 oz @ 4.8V, 142 oz @ 6.0V
Speed (Sec): 4.8V: .21 sec @ 60 deg6.0V: .17 sec @ 60 deg
Weight (oz): 1.60
Size WxLxH(in): .73 x 1.52 x 1.33"
Application:: 120 size Aircraft
ST126MG High Torque MG Servo
Torque (oz.in.): 126 oz @ 4.8V, 142 oz @ 6.0V
Speed (Sec): 4.8V: .21 sec @ 60 deg6.0V: .17 sec @ 60 deg
Weight (oz): 1.60
Size WxLxH(in): .73 x 1.52 x 1.33"
Application:: 120 size Aircraft
08-17-2012, 01:22 AM
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RE: Top-Flite 1/5th F4U Corsair ARF Group Build and modification thread
I posted this pic on the other thread about this ARF. I figured i might as well post it here also. This is the retractable tailwheel available from Earl Aune.
08-17-2012, 10:15 AM
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RE: Top-Flite 1/5th F4U Corsair ARF Group Build and modification thread
Posted that in the other thread, forgot to post it here [email protected]. He replies to e-mails quickly, and is very helpful. A little expensive but so is everything nowadays.
08-18-2012, 05:24 AM
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I've just ordered one from Tower, and looking for power source for mine. I like to fly warbirds fast and furious.
How much dead weight are you guys adding to the DLE 55 to balance?
Other options are the G62 vs DA 60, depending on the nose weight issue.
Anyone tried going bigger and able to fit in the cowl? This seems a bit smaller than the ESM version.
How much dead weight are you guys adding to the DLE 55 to balance?
Other options are the G62 vs DA 60, depending on the nose weight issue.
Anyone tried going bigger and able to fit in the cowl? This seems a bit smaller than the ESM version.
08-18-2012, 08:25 AM
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RE: Top-Flite 1/5th F4U Corsair ARF Group Build and modification thread
I emailed Robart on electric retracts for Corsair, to find out when they would come off back order, NO REPLY. Does anyone have any info? Tower just moved date again to end of August. Really want to try out these gears.
Thanks, Rick
Thanks, Rick