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Forum: Beginners
04-04-2010, 12:56 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,703
Posted By flyingJ

RE: rubber bands

I have the H-9 Solo Sport, same plane different graphics. What a great plane. I trained on it 6 yaers ago and now train my son with it. I've always used 14 rubber bands on the wing. 5 on each side...
Forum: RC Flight Simulator Software
02-06-2010, 04:09 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 936
Posted By flyingJ

RE: Real Flight 3.5 and Futaba 9CAP

I've used my 9c on mine, and the transmitter has to be turned on. If nothing else, I found it to be a good way to exerceise the battery. Good Luck to your friend
Forum: Beginners
03-07-2009, 12:16 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,225
Posted By flyingJ

RE: Plane saving device

That's going to be one big parachute to safely lower a plane. Having flown model rockets for 30+ years, one rocket at 16 ozs uses a 18 inch diameter chute. It slows it down, but still falls at a good...
Forum: Beginners
10-04-2008, 05:32 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,184
Posted By flyingJ

RE: What do you know about asphalt?

Check around the nieghbor hood for an engieneering firm with a CE in the practice, that does things like support the Little League programs or other community involvement. Talk to them about your...
Forum: Beginners
09-24-2008, 07:32 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,516
Posted By flyingJ

RE: trainer

I started with the Hanger 9 "Solo sport" arf. I first used the O.S. 40 la engine but found that if the grass was 1 1/2" + it struggled to get airborn. I then went with the 46la and had all sorts of...
Forum: Beginners
09-11-2008, 08:06 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,611
Posted By flyingJ

RE: What do you use to clean a plane

I use W.E.U.T.C. what ever is under the counter. Have had great luck with formula 409 spray cleaner, it cuts the gunk and leaves a shine.
Forum: Beginners
09-10-2008, 07:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 964
Posted By flyingJ

RE: Universal chargers (which one)?????

Ihave both the accu-cycle and accu-cycle elite. the accucycle is great for tx &rx batterys, but am restricted to charging at the house. Bought the A-C elite because I now have a couple of Lipos. If I...
Forum: Beginners
09-10-2008, 06:42 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 16,036
Posted By flyingJ

RE: Can you start engine with a drill?

Hobbico starter 90 deluxe 27.99 Two 7.2v 3300mah batterys from radio shack 20.00 plus ends 5.00 K&n battery holder from tower hobbie 14.00 I already had a charger this gives me plenty of power to...
Forum: Beginners
09-07-2008, 11:43 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,117
Posted By flyingJ

RE: What would you do?

I have sold a couple of items on Flea-bay and before posting had the item boxed and ready to ship. Then went to the UPS store and had them figure domestic shipping charges. Then added $5.00 to this...
Forum: Beginners
09-04-2008, 08:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 885
Posted By flyingJ

RE: Teaching my 5yo son to fly

Just a quick update. We did not get the plane in the air. The motor ran perfect in the pits, but when I got it to the flight line the engine would cut out and die. Restarted several times and always...
Forum: Beginners
09-01-2008, 10:49 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 885
Posted By flyingJ

Teaching my 5yo son to fly

I started fly 5 years ago, just before my son was born. He has gone to the flying field with me since he was a month old, and now knows most of the pilots and their planes. He has been on the...
Forum: Beginners
07-22-2008, 06:23 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 786
Posted By flyingJ

RE: Wing shape

Cut an 8 inch circle from 1/8" cardboard, throw it with aslight upward AOA. The disk will climb till it excedes it's optimum AOA, or till it's airspeed drops till it can no longer create enough lift...
Forum: Beginners
07-16-2008, 07:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,305
Posted By flyingJ

RE: DUMB NEWBIE MISTAKE

Use cornstarch to soak up the fuel for a couple of days, then clean that all out. Use a heatgun or hair dryer and get the balsa really warm and apply more corn starch. That will open the pores in the...
Forum: Beginners
07-16-2008, 07:14 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,505
Posted By flyingJ

RE: Question about American flag on plane

I was taught that the stars always lead. On a uniform the flag is displayed on the left shoulder with the field of stars {staff side} forward. Having decaled many police and emergency vehicles over...
Forum: Beginners
07-14-2008, 06:50 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 9,392
Posted By flyingJ

RE: OS 46ax dripping out oil that is BLACK? Normal? now with PICS!

Others will likely disagree, but if the muffler is tight at all connections "I'd" lean towards to much oil residue that's getting hot and burning off. Oil is good to both lubricate and pull heat from...
Forum: Beginners
07-06-2008, 08:15 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,618
Posted By flyingJ

RE: Starter Battery Pack

I ordered a Century battery holder from Tower Hobbies then went to Radio Shack and bought 2 7.2 volt 3300 mah Nihm batteys and then matching ends. The holder bolted to my starter, then wired pos to...
Forum: Beginners
04-27-2008, 09:28 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,538
Posted By flyingJ

RE: STILLL not soloed

When my instructor was teaching me, he had me make repeted passes line up on the center line and fly low and somewhat slow. Then when he felt I had the line up correct, he reached over and chopped my...
Forum: Beginners
04-06-2008, 02:41 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,754
Posted By flyingJ

RE: Big engine starter

I have a Sullivan high tork starter and if the field battery gets low it struggles to start an OS 40la. I charge it every few weeks and it will start almost anything. I fuel up the plane, and turn it...
Forum: Beginners
03-02-2008, 10:48 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,048
Posted By flyingJ

RE: Have Trainer & Engine, Now Which Radio to Buy?

Where I fly most everyone uses Futaba. I have a basic 4 channel, 6 channel and a 9c super. Check with your local club on the perfered brand and also more importantly which frequency {crystal...
Forum: Beginners
03-01-2008, 07:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 807
Posted By flyingJ

RE: Update on my Tower Trainer 40

I also break mine in on the plane staked to the ground. I use the exhaust deflector and also use cling wrap on the plane and tail fins that way when I've run 3-4 tanks of fuel through it, I remove...
Forum: Beginners
02-16-2008, 12:49 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,815
Posted By flyingJ

RE: semi symmetrical

Here is one more thrown in to the mix. An H-9 Tribute 36 arf. This was my 2nd plane and by using the low rates and expo it was a great transition plane. As I got more comfortable with it I first...
Forum: Beginners
02-13-2008, 08:42 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,432
Posted By flyingJ

RE: How do you clean the oil off your plane?

I like 409 muti-surface cleaner it cuts through the grease
Forum: Beginners
01-31-2008, 07:06 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,458
Posted By flyingJ

RE: Sundowner 50

If you want an affordable 2nd plane to learn to do 3D with, look at the Tribute 36 by Hanger 9. You can dial down the low rates and use lots of expo while you are learning. Then as your skills...
Forum: Beginners
01-29-2008, 07:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,509
Posted By flyingJ

RE: Tribute 36 prop selection

I fly mine with a well used os 40la and a 10-6 prop. This is a fun plane to fly, but be gentle with your landings. The fuse is delicate and will break right behind the wing. A couple of popsickel...
Forum: Beginners
01-28-2008, 09:22 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 12,418
Posted By flyingJ

RE: Zurich Sunglasses - Junk?

I don't wear prescription lenses but still get an eye exam regularly. I told my Dr. about my hobby and asked his oppion about caring for my eyes while flying. He suggested buying good sun glasses...
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