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Forum: RC Jets
04-22-2021, 05:19 AM
Replies: 193
Views: 55,877
Posted By sidgates

I plug the brake or gear into a "Y" cable , the...

I plug the brake or gear into a "Y" cable , the battery into the "Y". Pull the red wire out of the plug going to the receiver.If you want a switch use it on the battery cable.
Forum: RC Jets
04-16-2021, 12:47 PM
Replies: 231
Views: 76,512
Posted By sidgates

I fly at Denver (5700ft) I have measured static...

I fly at Denver (5700ft) I have measured static thrust at approx. 18% lower than advertised thrust.
Forum: RC Jets
01-29-2021, 07:05 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,612
Posted By sidgates

Jon, I have a RAM500 that I fly in Denver. I...

Jon,
I have a RAM500 that I fly in Denver. I had to slow the acceleration down to about 6-7 seconds to keep it from flaming out with fast full throttle. My WREN Super Sport had to be increased to...
Forum: RC Jets
01-17-2021, 12:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,360
Posted By sidgates

Modified TG F-15 for Single Pipe

I modified the Top Gun F-15 (Byron version) for single pipe. If I had seen this thread before I probably would used the engine offset method....
Forum: RC Jets
12-26-2020, 08:48 PM
Replies: 193
Views: 55,877
Posted By sidgates

Tank

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i forgot it is also a cover. Thanks
Forum: RC Jets
12-26-2020, 02:46 PM
Replies: 193
Views: 55,877
Posted By sidgates

Yellowbird more questions: How much does the...

Yellowbird more questions:
How much does the tank hold?
What does it weigh?
Is the epoxy coat necessary for sealant or strength or both?

I have printed molds to make fiber glass tanks but...
Forum: RC Jets
12-25-2020, 03:21 PM
Replies: 193
Views: 55,877
Posted By sidgates

Thanks

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This helps alot. This info gives me a starting point.
Forum: RC Jets
12-25-2020, 06:46 AM
Replies: 193
Views: 55,877
Posted By sidgates

3D Printed Fuel Tank

Would Keith post Print temperatures and number of layer?
12-13-2020, 01:34 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,136
Posted By sidgates

C?

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I think you are right.
Sid
12-12-2020, 09:46 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,136
Posted By sidgates

Solved

I found out that some lipo's would start every time and others I have will not start the engine. I tried to attach a video but keep getting "invalid URL).
Forum: RC Jets
10-23-2020, 04:18 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,026
Posted By sidgates

Strut Repair

Thanks, I wrote him yesterday, no answer yet.
Forum: RC Jets
10-21-2020, 10:18 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,026
Posted By sidgates

Looking for suggestions for straightening struts....

Looking for suggestions for straightening struts. The link above isn't working.
10-09-2020, 05:52 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,136
Posted By sidgates

Start Failure

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When I hear the starter run, the RPM reading is approx.. 4000 then decays to approx. 2800. I don't think I remember any start failure if the starter kicks in. To my...
10-09-2020, 03:33 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,136
Posted By sidgates

Still Puzzled

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Every start attempt I get message "Burner On". The manual says next the starter should kick in 3-5 seconds. Most of the time on the first start of the day the...
10-03-2020, 07:44 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,136
Posted By sidgates

Battery

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Yes I did, Thanks, Merlin says 2S LIPO or 3S LIFE but LIPO is preffered power. I don't know why they prefer 2S LIPO.
10-03-2020, 07:05 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,136
Posted By sidgates

Battery Spec??

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Fender I found my answer. The manual says 2S Lipo or 3S LIFE. DAh, read the manual.
10-03-2020, 05:07 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,136
Posted By sidgates

Fuel Pump Type

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Do you know if your fuel pump is brushed or brushless.
Sid
10-02-2020, 02:52 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,136
Posted By sidgates

3s life

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Fender- Can I use a 3S LIFE on my engine? Is that approved by Xicoy, maybe I should ask is it approved by Merlin?
Sid,
10-02-2020, 02:35 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,136
Posted By sidgates

Start Problem

No white smoke. The good news is my engine started 3 times today. I made a short ext. lead to go from the Multiplex connector on the ECU to a Deans Ultra on my battery. The 2200mah Lipo battery...
10-01-2020, 05:42 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,136
Posted By sidgates

That helps to know that. I am used to propane...

That helps to know that. I am used to propane start where rpm is near 10K.
10-01-2020, 05:29 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,136
Posted By sidgates

Thanks Joe, will try your suggestions tonight. It...

Thanks Joe, will try your suggestions tonight. It shows burner on and I can hear a different sound at that time. Do you think my RPM is normal for start?
10-01-2020, 04:56 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,136
Posted By sidgates

Test Today

Test start with voltage monitor. Battery checks 8.1v no load. 7.9 with heater on and 7.6 when starter kicks on. No kero ignition. RPM starts at 4000 decays to 3000 then "ignition failure".
10-01-2020, 04:22 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,136
Posted By sidgates

Start Failure

Thanks for the quick suggestions. I think my regular battery should be adequate, it is 5000mah 2S Lipo. I went to the large battery because I needed nose weight. I will certainly try a different...
09-30-2020, 08:16 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,136
Posted By sidgates

100XBL start failure

I have a Merlin 100XBL purhased Dec. 2015 Sn 132650. I test ran it right after receipt and test run was OK. Today I tried to start it and the kero never lit. I have run a lot of propane start engines...
Forum: RC Jets
08-29-2020, 08:22 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,984
Posted By sidgates

Conversion build for Turbine

Mine has been in this condition for approx. 10 years. I made some mods that may be of interest. I added some bulges on the sides for wheel wells and canted the retract mount to give more distance...
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