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Forum: Marketplace
05-23-2018, 09:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,457
Posted By dmattmul

Is this for sale ?

Let me know, I am flying one now but could use a back-up. Love this plane !!




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Forum: RC Jets
10-20-2017, 07:38 PM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 735,099
Posted By dmattmul

Thanks, my first one came out nose heavy and had...

Thanks, my first one came out nose heavy and had to move the turbine back and batteries behind the nose section. Would have preferred they had stayed in the nose. Bottom line don't secure your...
Forum: RC Jets
10-20-2017, 06:57 PM
Replies: 440
Views: 117,237
Posted By dmattmul

If anyone has not yet added servo screws to help...

If anyone has not yet added servo screws to help secure the wing servo rails to the panel suggest you do. Mine were delaminating from the panel after a few flights. Both wings fly very well but I...
Forum: RC Jets
10-20-2017, 02:35 AM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 735,099
Posted By dmattmul

I meant width and length of the servo pockets for...

I meant width and length of the servo pockets for the rudder.
Forum: RC Jets
10-20-2017, 02:30 AM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 735,099
Posted By dmattmul

I've decided to build another X-Caliber for my...

I've decided to build another X-Caliber for my southern house (Way to cold in Ohio in the winter) What is the recommended rudder servos? I remember when I built my first one the mini servos were to...
Forum: RC Jets
10-20-2017, 02:10 AM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 735,099
Posted By dmattmul

What is typical landing speed (Pitot tube or GPS...

What is typical landing speed (Pitot tube or GPS wind adjusted)? Mine seems to like 60 mph and 55 noticeably lacks elevator authority but that just might be my throws are not high enough. Seems...
Forum: RC Jets
08-27-2017, 07:15 PM
Replies: 678
Views: 173,139
Posted By dmattmul

Have been flying (and working) the mid size...

Have been flying (and working) the mid size X-Calibur so not a lot of time to work on the +. Spent the last few days fitting some parts. The Pro-Link Hercules retracts seem to provide more than...
Forum: RC Jets
05-14-2017, 12:04 AM
Replies: 678
Views: 173,139
Posted By dmattmul

I have been a fan of the Pro-link series of...

I have been a fan of the Pro-link series of electric retracts for years. The one for the + uses a larger motor than the regular X-Calibur and that makes since. I also had an issue with the Pro-links...
Forum: RC Jets
05-13-2017, 11:55 PM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 735,099
Posted By dmattmul

Anyone using half flaps for take-off? Seems more...

Anyone using half flaps for take-off? Seems more drag then lift.
Forum: RC Jets
05-13-2017, 11:54 PM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 735,099
Posted By dmattmul

Since I started the comment here (Retracts on the...

Since I started the comment here (Retracts on the XCalibur+) thought I would post a comment here. I have been a fan of the Pro-link series of electric retracts for years. I also had an issue with...
Forum: RC Jets
02-12-2017, 12:59 PM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 735,099
Posted By dmattmul

XCalibur Plus

Started building the X-caliber Plus. Great value for the money. Fit and finish perfect. Nice idea to have a template for the servo holders. Mounting points is all very nice hardwood. I'm kind of...
Forum: RC Jets
01-27-2017, 03:19 AM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 735,099
Posted By dmattmul

Appreciate all the feedback. I am in the motor...

Appreciate all the feedback. I am in the motor industry (produce the winding wire for 60% of motors in North America and 30% of Asia) and it's kind of an honor (Or dishonor) modifying gear and...
Forum: RC Jets
01-25-2017, 02:19 PM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 735,099
Posted By dmattmul

I've enjoyed the Ripmax so much I've decided to...

I've enjoyed the Ripmax so much I've decided to build the plus and wanted to know if anyone has any feedback for the electric retracts that are out on the market now. I have the Electron's in the...
Forum: RC Jets
11-23-2016, 01:00 PM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 735,099
Posted By dmattmul

Can the crow users confirm the elevator trim is...

Can the crow users confirm the elevator trim is down with crow? I am pretty sure but don't want to be fighting the approach during landing. Plane fly's great with a JC Rabbit. No issues with...
Forum: RC Jets
11-22-2016, 06:50 PM
Replies: 440
Views: 117,237
Posted By dmattmul

Kim, the fins are suppose to make it more stable...

Kim, the fins are suppose to make it more stable but I never had an issue with the Sport and Trainer versions built long ago.
Forum: RC Jets
11-22-2016, 06:48 PM
Replies: 440
Views: 117,237
Posted By dmattmul

If anyone is having issues with the air brakes...

If anyone is having issues with the air brakes not working well the correct O-Ring is 3/16 CS by 15/16 ID. I had an early model with a O-Ring that did not work that well when I tested them recently....
Forum: RC Jets
06-19-2016, 05:21 AM
Replies: 202
Views: 66,188
Posted By dmattmul

Thanks, and agreed something is needed to insure...

Thanks, and agreed something is needed to insure the wiring stays within a temperature boundary. I initially used a high temp sleeve and even that showed signs of heat degradation. (Not rated as...
Forum: RC Jets
06-19-2016, 03:46 AM
Replies: 202
Views: 66,188
Posted By dmattmul

One question and a commit. Can anyone tell me...

One question and a commit. Can anyone tell me the main wing tube OD for the Dolphin and Dolphin S? I am in Asia now and want to order extra tubes to help me hold the airframe down in transport. ...
Forum: RC Jets
05-23-2016, 06:37 AM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 735,099
Posted By dmattmul

Normally I break out the fingers for final...

Normally I break out the fingers for final checking. Fingers confirmed Xycoy was correct. Will start shifting the engine back and using lighter battery systems. I am building this using a little...
Forum: RC Jets
03-12-2016, 05:30 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 22,546
Posted By dmattmul

Nice, congrats !! They do seem to glide well. If...

Nice, congrats !! They do seem to glide well. If you need any spare parts I have a place about an hour from Tony and will return to the US second week of April. He can ship to me and I can hand...
Forum: RC Jets
11-16-2015, 08:46 AM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 735,099
Posted By dmattmul

Thanks, Dave. Yes probably easier for them but...

Thanks, Dave. Yes probably easier for them but also quicker for me. They have said they will take the one back no issues. The supplier is a great supplier with good customer service. I think...
Forum: RC Jets
11-15-2015, 03:01 PM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 735,099
Posted By dmattmul

My supplier thinks the 76 mm mains are going to...

My supplier thinks the 76 mm mains are going to be to tight. They are close so I understand what he is seeing. They are Pro-Link electrics and use Intairco wheels. Is anyone using Intairco wheels?...
Forum: RC Jets
11-13-2015, 06:27 AM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 735,099
Posted By dmattmul

Thanks, Dave.

Thanks, Dave.
Forum: RC Jets
11-12-2015, 10:25 PM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 735,099
Posted By dmattmul

Is everyone using 76 mm wheel for the main? I...

Is everyone using 76 mm wheel for the main? I was just sent 66 mm and concerend avout grass departures. Any advise wouls be appreciated.

Thanks
Forum: RC Jets
10-25-2015, 01:02 PM
Replies: 202
Views: 66,188
Posted By dmattmul

Revoc Dolphin S covers

These covers are the best I have seen and do a great job of protecting the Dolphins. (Not that we have never had any hangar rash) Made by Revoc. He has the patterns for the 2 FB Dolphins in his...
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