Lado retracts, do the really exist?
10-01-2009, 11:17 AM
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RE: Lado retracts, do the really exist?
Whats up Mik,
LOL, the reason I bought them was becasue you gave me the plane. As always, thank you. I will bring the retracts to warbirds over woodstock to show you. The weather is showing showers starting around 3pm tomorrow (friday). If we go flying tomorrow I will bring them. Hope to see you then.
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LOL, the reason I bought them was becasue you gave me the plane. As always, thank you. I will bring the retracts to warbirds over woodstock to show you. The weather is showing showers starting around 3pm tomorrow (friday). If we go flying tomorrow I will bring them. Hope to see you then.
Adam
10-01-2009, 11:52 AM
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Great news zero-332!!
I wonder whats happened to my order then? Order number 1160 placed 12 September..............
Zero did you have a tracking email?
My order status still says "order received"
Or did they just arrive out of the blue?
Any luck yet Mitch??
Looks like you and me are in the same boat????
I wonder whats happened to my order then? Order number 1160 placed 12 September..............
Zero did you have a tracking email?
My order status still says "order received"
Or did they just arrive out of the blue?
Any luck yet Mitch??
Looks like you and me are in the same boat????
10-01-2009, 12:36 PM
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RE: Lado retracts, do the really exist?
TwinTurbo_Z, cold_reboot et al,
I would kindly request for the benefit of all Lado retract owners (or to-be owners) subscribing to this thread: please don't post any more of the "been waiting too long" "unacceptable delay" posts, the point has been over-stated to death already. The product is obviously of high quality and reasonable price, therefore demand exceeds supply for the recent past, present and near future as it seems.
Some questions I would like answered from the early adopters, hopefully of interest to everyone here:
- How do Lados fare over time after many landings?
- Any post-crash reports?
- Any weak areas that Doug should improve?
- Any other problems we should know about?
Happy landings
Nick
I would kindly request for the benefit of all Lado retract owners (or to-be owners) subscribing to this thread: please don't post any more of the "been waiting too long" "unacceptable delay" posts, the point has been over-stated to death already. The product is obviously of high quality and reasonable price, therefore demand exceeds supply for the recent past, present and near future as it seems.
Some questions I would like answered from the early adopters, hopefully of interest to everyone here:
- How do Lados fare over time after many landings?
- Any post-crash reports?
- Any weak areas that Doug should improve?
- Any other problems we should know about?
Happy landings
Nick
10-01-2009, 01:26 PM
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Great news zero-332!!
I wonder whats happened to my order then? Order number 1160 placed 12 September..............
Zero did you have a tracking email?
My order status still says ''order received''
Or did they just arrive out of the blue?
Any luck yet Mitch??
Looks like you and me are in the same boat????
Great news zero-332!!
I wonder whats happened to my order then? Order number 1160 placed 12 September..............
Zero did you have a tracking email?
My order status still says ''order received''
Or did they just arrive out of the blue?
Any luck yet Mitch??
Looks like you and me are in the same boat????
Hey bluetomcat, I got the conformation e-mail the same day they shipped out, two days later they were here . Nick I most certainly agree with your statement , it has been over stated to death , but the flip side of the coin is I think this thread has played a significant role in changing the way lado does things (customer service wise) , and as this thread ages you'll see as of recent that things have gotten better by leaps and bounds and that Doug with lado tech is now actively participates in this thread to try and resolve some of the issues at hand. big improvement if you ask me ?
10-01-2009, 01:26 PM
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Hey Guys,
Here's a video of my Lados installed in a Black Horse Models P-40 which I repainted in a Russian Lend Lease Winter scheme. I was able to use the servo slowing feature in my JR9303 Tx to get the gear to stagger when retracting but not when extending. I could have done both but I didn't want to wait for them to extend if I needed them down right away. It's getting maidened today !!
Enjoy. Oh yea... The wheel wells are painted green now not the raw balsa you see here.
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RvxAk0OUUwA[/youtube]
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Here's a video of my Lados installed in a Black Horse Models P-40 which I repainted in a Russian Lend Lease Winter scheme. I was able to use the servo slowing feature in my JR9303 Tx to get the gear to stagger when retracting but not when extending. I could have done both but I didn't want to wait for them to extend if I needed them down right away. It's getting maidened today !!
Enjoy. Oh yea... The wheel wells are painted green now not the raw balsa you see here.
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RvxAk0OUUwA[/youtube]
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10-01-2009, 02:59 PM
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TwinTurbo_Z, cold_reboot et al,
I would kindly request for the benefit of all Lado retract owners (or to-be owners) subscribing to this thread: please don't post any more of the ''been waiting too long'' ''unacceptable delay'' posts, the point has been over-stated to death already. The product is obviously of high quality and reasonable price, therefore demand exceeds supply for the recent past, present and near future as it seems.
Some questions I would like answered from the early adopters, hopefully of interest to everyone here:
- How do Lados fare over time after many landings?
- Any post-crash reports?
- Any weak areas that Doug should improve?
- Any other problems we should know about?
Happy landings
Nick
TwinTurbo_Z, cold_reboot et al,
I would kindly request for the benefit of all Lado retract owners (or to-be owners) subscribing to this thread: please don't post any more of the ''been waiting too long'' ''unacceptable delay'' posts, the point has been over-stated to death already. The product is obviously of high quality and reasonable price, therefore demand exceeds supply for the recent past, present and near future as it seems.
Some questions I would like answered from the early adopters, hopefully of interest to everyone here:
- How do Lados fare over time after many landings?
- Any post-crash reports?
- Any weak areas that Doug should improve?
- Any other problems we should know about?
Happy landings
Nick
I would like to see a post that says, "I have Lados in my Top-Flite .60 Corsair. I'm using Robart 650 struts and 5/32" music wire. The plane weighs 10 lbs and I have about 20 take-off's & landings on our dirt runway. Some of my landings are bouncy, some are smooth. But, the Lado's have been flawless!"
Can't wait for my Lados!!!! And I'll keep you all updated concerning their real-world performance!
Chad
10-01-2009, 02:59 PM
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ORIGINAL: cold_reboot
Seriously....? you waited two weeks roughly and your griping that two weeks was ''unacceptable''? You really should go post that elsewhere or better yet, not at all, as those of us (myself included) who waited for 5+ months (or are still waiting) for our retracts, don't feel sorry for you waiting a whole two weeks and your complaint is falling on deaf ears.
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These retracts were ordered on Sept. 12th and arrived today Sept. 30th. As far as I am concerned the time it took to process and deliver this product is absolutely unacceptable.
These retracts were ordered on Sept. 12th and arrived today Sept. 30th. As far as I am concerned the time it took to process and deliver this product is absolutely unacceptable.
Seriously....? you waited two weeks roughly and your griping that two weeks was ''unacceptable''? You really should go post that elsewhere or better yet, not at all, as those of us (myself included) who waited for 5+ months (or are still waiting) for our retracts, don't feel sorry for you waiting a whole two weeks and your complaint is falling on deaf ears.
Two weeks?!! What makes TwinTurbo so special? I've never waited less than 5 months and I have four sets!
Read the forum. Delivery dates come and go, and go, and go, etc....... What's the rush? They're a great product and worth a year wait. Granted, I would have thought Doug would have a better handle on the business by now. Oh well!
My only gripe, and I've told Doug, I wish he didn't charge my credit card until the item was shipped.
10-01-2009, 03:15 PM
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TwinTurbo_Z, cold_reboot et al,
Some questions I would like answered from the early adopters, hopefully of interest to everyone here:
- How do Lados fare over time after many landings?
- Any post-crash reports?
- Any weak areas that Doug should improve?
- Any other problems we should know about?
Happy landings
Nick
TwinTurbo_Z, cold_reboot et al,
Some questions I would like answered from the early adopters, hopefully of interest to everyone here:
- How do Lados fare over time after many landings?
- Any post-crash reports?
- Any weak areas that Doug should improve?
- Any other problems we should know about?
Happy landings
Nick
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10-01-2009, 03:43 PM
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Starting to make me wonder if the Lado's would stand up to an 84" ME 109... I'm seriously not looking forward to the air system....
10-01-2009, 05:15 PM
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I agree whole-heartedly! I want to know what planes you're using them in and how much the planes weigh. Your wheel size & landing surface is important too. Of course the one variable is landing technique.
I would like to see a post that says, ''I have Lados in my Top-Flite .60 Corsair. I'm using Robart 650 struts and 5/32'' music wire. The plane weighs 10 lbs and I have about 20 take-off's & landings on our dirt runway. Some of my landings are bouncy, some are smooth. But, the Lado's have been flawless!''
Can't wait for my Lados!!!! And I'll keep you all updated concerning their real-world performance!
Chad
ORIGINAL: w1nd6urfa
TwinTurbo_Z, cold_reboot et al,
I would kindly request for the benefit of all Lado retract owners (or to-be owners) subscribing to this thread: please don't post any more of the ''been waiting too long'' ''unacceptable delay'' posts, the point has been over-stated to death already. The product is obviously of high quality and reasonable price, therefore demand exceeds supply for the recent past, present and near future as it seems.
Some questions I would like answered from the early adopters, hopefully of interest to everyone here:
- How do Lados fare over time after many landings?
- Any post-crash reports?
- Any weak areas that Doug should improve?
- Any other problems we should know about?
Happy landings
Nick
TwinTurbo_Z, cold_reboot et al,
I would kindly request for the benefit of all Lado retract owners (or to-be owners) subscribing to this thread: please don't post any more of the ''been waiting too long'' ''unacceptable delay'' posts, the point has been over-stated to death already. The product is obviously of high quality and reasonable price, therefore demand exceeds supply for the recent past, present and near future as it seems.
Some questions I would like answered from the early adopters, hopefully of interest to everyone here:
- How do Lados fare over time after many landings?
- Any post-crash reports?
- Any weak areas that Doug should improve?
- Any other problems we should know about?
Happy landings
Nick
I would like to see a post that says, ''I have Lados in my Top-Flite .60 Corsair. I'm using Robart 650 struts and 5/32'' music wire. The plane weighs 10 lbs and I have about 20 take-off's & landings on our dirt runway. Some of my landings are bouncy, some are smooth. But, the Lado's have been flawless!''
Can't wait for my Lados!!!! And I'll keep you all updated concerning their real-world performance!
Chad
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10-01-2009, 06:55 PM
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Himmm I have the KMP corsair air retracts , I wonder If I could get Doug to make them lado-fied ?
I am hearing my gear (KMP) will hang up once I get my gear doors on , apparently there is not enought pressure to get the gear doors thru the wind on landing .
I am hearing my gear (KMP) will hang up once I get my gear doors on , apparently there is not enought pressure to get the gear doors thru the wind on landing .
10-01-2009, 07:11 PM
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OK! Now I'm getting some good info!!!! I will be putting them in a 1.40 CMP P-40 - 72" W.S. Still wondering if the 3/8 Robart stuts are too small and if I need to go with the next larger size struts like Phatbob!
10-04-2009, 09:35 PM
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So if 60-2's say in stock on Lado's website, does that mean they ship out ASAP? I ordered last night when the website was updated, that would have been Saturday night. I hope they ship out Monday.
10-04-2009, 10:07 PM
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Doug - got the package today. Tracking numbers to Asia aren't that reliable! They look very well built and while I won't have time to test them until this coming weekend I'm sure they will be fine. Just want to say thanks for pulling through. I guess while I cannot vouch for your timeliness, I will vouch for your integrity as a businessman. I hope that you can continue to improve!
Happy in Taiwan with is Lado's.
Forestroke.
Happy in Taiwan with is Lado's.
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10-04-2009, 10:55 PM
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So if 60-2's say in stock on Lado's website, does that mean they ship out ASAP? I ordered last night when the website was updated, that would have been Saturday night. I hope they ship out Monday.
So if 60-2's say in stock on Lado's website, does that mean they ship out ASAP? I ordered last night when the website was updated, that would have been Saturday night. I hope they ship out Monday.
I wonder if I'll get a $50 discount!
Direct from their website:
"From now on if it’s in stock on the web site the product build, tested, and boxed ready for shipment. I know we have had some huge lead times in the past, this will eliminate them. We are even giving a 7 day shipping guarantee! If your order ships after the 7th day, we will give you $50!"
10-04-2009, 11:07 PM
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"OK! Now I'm getting some good info!!!! I will be putting them in a 1.40 CMP P-40 - 72" W.S. Still wondering if the 3/8 Robart stuts are too small and if I need to go with the next larger size struts like Phatbob! "
THe CMP P40 is a light plane , but it will depend on what size prop your going to use , you want ground clearance for sure
THe CMP P40 is a light plane , but it will depend on what size prop your going to use , you want ground clearance for sure
10-05-2009, 02:12 AM
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yeah wouldn't count on it either. I am new to Lado like yourself and was waiting excitedly for the first week or two. Now still no sign of my order coming through so have given up any hope of having them before the year is out.
My build has stopped too so really dissapointed. I ordered mine on 12th september 09 and still not even a hint of them being posted eventhough the site said "in stock" at the time of order.
Doug if you are reading my order number is 1160.
Christian
My build has stopped too so really dissapointed. I ordered mine on 12th september 09 and still not even a hint of them being posted eventhough the site said "in stock" at the time of order.
Doug if you are reading my order number is 1160.
Christian
10-05-2009, 01:34 PM
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Installing my Lado retracts in a H9 P-47 today, the Lado's are nice, real nice. They truly drop in place.
I wish I could say the same for the Robart 3/8 650 struts I am installing with the Lado's. Apparently QC is taking a back seat at Robart (they take forever to ship btw).
The 3/16 adapter bushing you 'insert' and JB Weld into the strut tube is made oversize to the point where it cannot be pounded in flush before it starts to distort. I will have to to do with a single set screw to hold on to the 3/16 piano wire. Considering the cost of Robarts this is very not cool.
I wish I could say the same for the Robart 3/8 650 struts I am installing with the Lado's. Apparently QC is taking a back seat at Robart (they take forever to ship btw).
The 3/16 adapter bushing you 'insert' and JB Weld into the strut tube is made oversize to the point where it cannot be pounded in flush before it starts to distort. I will have to to do with a single set screw to hold on to the 3/16 piano wire. Considering the cost of Robarts this is very not cool.
10-05-2009, 02:12 PM
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I would get them on the phone and voice your complaint , they will probably send you out a replacement , either was its worth a phone call if not for the sake of venting , I know it always makes me feel better
10-05-2009, 02:42 PM
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Installing my Lado retracts in a H9 P-47 today, the Lado's are nice, real nice. They truly drop in place.
I wish I could say the same for the Robart 3/8 650 struts I am installing with the Lado's. Apparently QC is taking a back seat at Robart (they take forever to ship btw).
The 3/16 adapter bushing you 'insert' and JB Weld into the strut tube is made oversize to the point where it cannot be pounded in flush before it starts to distort. I will have to to do with a single set screw to hold on to the 3/16 piano wire. Considering the cost of Robarts this is very not cool.
Installing my Lado retracts in a H9 P-47 today, the Lado's are nice, real nice. They truly drop in place.
I wish I could say the same for the Robart 3/8 650 struts I am installing with the Lado's. Apparently QC is taking a back seat at Robart (they take forever to ship btw).
The 3/16 adapter bushing you 'insert' and JB Weld into the strut tube is made oversize to the point where it cannot be pounded in flush before it starts to distort. I will have to to do with a single set screw to hold on to the 3/16 piano wire. Considering the cost of Robarts this is very not cool.
I use high grade set screws. 4-40 or 6-32 thread depending upon the strut used. I've had the hex in cheaper screws strip out, including the set screws used with my Lado's.
10-05-2009, 02:56 PM
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Would'nt the small peice of connective 3/16 wire from the stut to lado be a good failsafe to bend first instead of tearing the lado out of your wing with a direct mount strut?
10-05-2009, 03:15 PM
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Would'nt the small peice of connective 3/16 wire from the stut to lado be a good failsafe to bend first instead of tearing the lado out of your wing with a direct mount strut?
Would'nt the small peice of connective 3/16 wire from the stut to lado be a good failsafe to bend first instead of tearing the lado out of your wing with a direct mount strut?