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Forum: Marketplace
03-05-2022, 03:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,003
Posted By tlj125

Now that takes me back. That's awesome.

Now that takes me back. That's awesome.
Forum: Marketplace
03-01-2022, 06:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 786
Posted By tlj125

I have one of those. Bought it from Ron Ballard...

I have one of those. Bought it from Ron Ballard several years ago. Flew it in a Yellow Starfire for years. Finally had to send it back to the UK for overhaul. Came back even stronger but now burns...
Forum: RC Jets
03-05-2021, 04:12 PM
Replies: 323
Views: 72,064
Posted By tlj125

Thanks Scott. I''m going to try 200mm. Let you...

Thanks Scott. I''m going to try 200mm. Let you know how it goes.

Terry
Forum: RC Jets
03-03-2021, 02:36 PM
Replies: 323
Views: 72,064
Posted By tlj125

Scott- If you get the chance, check CG and let me...

Scott- If you get the chance, check CG and let me know where your at. Maybe you are more like 200 mm. I think I will try that next. First flight just seemed too nose heavy to me. Thanks for sharing. ...
Forum: RC Jets
03-03-2021, 02:33 PM
Replies: 323
Views: 72,064
Posted By tlj125

Joseph- I do not use a UAT. Stopped using those...

Joseph- I do not use a UAT. Stopped using those about a decade ago after crashes and deadstick landings due to UAT failures. I find UAT is not needed at all. Just causes problems. That has been my...
Forum: RC Jets
03-01-2021, 06:54 PM
Replies: 323
Views: 72,064
Posted By tlj125

The front gear door never closed during the...

The front gear door never closed during the flight. Works fine on the ground. Anyone else having this issue? How was it resolved?

Terry
Forum: RC Jets
03-01-2021, 06:39 PM
Replies: 323
Views: 72,064
Posted By tlj125

Here is where the elevators trimmed after first...

Here is where the elevators trimmed after first flight:


https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rcuniverse.com-vbulletin/1040x780/f16_rear_view_2882803f6338853abd7d9967f1c327e3007dec2b.jpg
Forum: RC Jets
03-01-2021, 06:25 PM
Replies: 323
Views: 72,064
Posted By tlj125

The plane flew nose heavy. So the 190 mm balance...

The plane flew nose heavy. So the 190 mm balance point cannot be correct. Here is the plane just before maiden:

...
Forum: RC Jets
03-01-2021, 06:23 PM
Replies: 323
Views: 72,064
Posted By tlj125

This is what it took to balance at 190 mm: ...

This is what it took to balance at 190 mm:


https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rcuniverse.com-vbulletin/1040x780/f16_nose_right_view_db41433cf6ba123ab0e8c29b0e29d080c8efec3d.jpg...
Forum: RC Jets
02-28-2021, 04:22 PM
Replies: 323
Views: 72,064
Posted By tlj125

Performed maiden today. The plane flew very nose...

Performed maiden today. The plane flew very nose heavy although balance was 190mm back from LE of wing at root as per instructions. So obviously this balance point is not accurate. Does anyone know...
Forum: RC Jets
02-11-2021, 05:47 PM
Replies: 323
Views: 72,064
Posted By tlj125

Rudder setup stock per instructions. K160...

Rudder setup stock per instructions. K160 engine.Don't understand why it is so tail heavy. Weight is 27 lbs dry. Balancing with tanks empty, wheels down, no UAT, no cockpit either. Balancing about an...
Forum: RC Jets
02-10-2021, 04:54 PM
Replies: 323
Views: 72,064
Posted By tlj125

I have just finished putting one of these...

I have just finished putting one of these together and am having trouble balancing. I have 2 pounds of lead on the nose and still balancing about 1 inch back from suggested 190 mm from leading edge...
Forum: Wren Turbines USA
01-15-2020, 06:02 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,783
Posted By tlj125

Never mind, I got it apart. It was just very...

Never mind, I got it apart. It was just very tight.
Forum: Wren Turbines USA
01-15-2020, 09:35 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,783
Posted By tlj125

Wren 44 Gold bearing change

Anyone know how to take the Wren 44 apart to change out the bearings? I can't seem to get the assembly out of the gold housing.
Forum: KingTech Turbines International
04-24-2019, 04:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,225
Posted By tlj125

Futaba T14SG throttle reverse issue

How do you get the throttle to work right on the Futaba T14SG for a KingTech 160? I can reverse the channel but then the trim doesn't reverse and I get an alarm when I turn the radio on that the...
Forum: RC Jets
08-27-2014, 04:34 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,996
Posted By tlj125

Andrew has mine listed already. I am TLJ125...

Andrew has mine listed already. I am TLJ125 though. My 1/5.5 scale F16 crashed when the left elevator failed in flight causing it to corkscrew into the ground. Was a total loss. I have not owned an...
Forum: RC Jets
04-14-2014, 11:44 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 393
Posted By tlj125

Struts for Yellow Starfire

Anyone know of a set of struts that would work in Yellow Aircraft Starfire? I looked at the ones sold by Tam. Not sure they would fit. I have tried Robarts. They bent on the first less than perfect...
Forum: RC Jets
04-07-2014, 05:29 AM
Replies: 201
Views: 20,317
Posted By tlj125

David is spot on! My FEJ story is one of total...

David is spot on! My FEJ story is one of total loss and shameful response from FEJ. One of the first 1:5.5 scale F16 crashed and burned after elevator failure several years ago. Should FEJ do as...
Forum: Extreme Speed Prop Planes
03-27-2014, 05:27 AM
Replies: 1,621
Views: 237,721
Posted By tlj125

What happened Quigley? I fly my Jackal every...

What happened Quigley?

I fly my Jackal every chance I get. Still have one in the box as a back-up. It's a great plane. Not without problems, but one of the most enjoyable planes I've owned. Great...
Forum: Extreme Speed Prop Planes
03-19-2014, 05:21 AM
Replies: 1,621
Views: 237,721
Posted By tlj125

Good luck with your first flights. Very cool...

Good luck with your first flights. Very cool looking airplane. I hope you are able to post a video of it in the air. Should look awesome in the air. Let us know how it goes.

Terry
Forum: Extreme Speed Prop Planes
02-03-2014, 06:26 AM
Replies: 1,621
Views: 237,721
Posted By tlj125

Those are good prices on the spinner and cowl....

Those are good prices on the spinner and cowl. Good job.

Terry
Forum: Extreme Speed Prop Planes
02-03-2014, 06:23 AM
Replies: 1,621
Views: 237,721
Posted By tlj125

Looks like it won't be long now. That's going to...

Looks like it won't be long now. That's going to be impressive in the air.

Terry
Forum: Extreme Speed Prop Planes
02-01-2014, 04:00 PM
Replies: 1,621
Views: 237,721
Posted By tlj125

Here is a pic of the spinner still in the...

Here is a pic of the spinner still in the package. I have another one in a spare kit that I will also not be using. Sell for the price shown on sticker plus shipping. I use tru-turn spinner as shown...
Forum: Extreme Speed Prop Planes
02-01-2014, 01:09 AM
Replies: 1,621
Views: 237,721
Posted By tlj125

I have one that has not been used. May even have...

I have one that has not been used. May even have two of them. I stopped using them on the first Jackal I had after having it fall off twice in flight. Let me know if you still need one.

Terry
Forum: Extreme Speed Prop Planes
01-28-2014, 06:22 AM
Replies: 1,621
Views: 237,721
Posted By tlj125

Nice! Love those high speed fly-bys. Awsome. ...

Nice! Love those high speed fly-bys. Awsome.

Terry
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