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Forum: Kit Building
04-08-2015, 12:41 PM
Replies: 143
Views: 26,306
Posted By joebob

Seems to be a trend with the Sterling kits. My...

Seems to be a trend with the Sterling kits. My worst ones were the Sterling Stearman and Stanley Ercoupe. The Stearman was so bad and so old their phone # on the plans was only 5 digits. 1" thick ply...
Forum: ARF or RTF
05-05-2014, 09:02 AM
Replies: 763
Views: 186,802
Posted By joebob

I'd like to hear your thoughts on the Value Hobby...

I'd like to hear your thoughts on the Value Hobby version. The price certainly is attractive...
Forum: ARF or RTF
05-03-2014, 01:17 PM
Replies: 763
Views: 186,802
Posted By joebob

Ended up selling mine a little while ago, but am...

Ended up selling mine a little while ago, but am seriously thinking of getting another. I'm flying a Bill Hempel 25% clipped wing cub now that is a lot of fun, but not quite as aerobatic as the GUS!...
Forum: Kit Building
01-28-2014, 10:03 AM
Replies: 421
Views: 50,792
Posted By joebob

I'd like to see an update to the 4*120 kit to...

I'd like to see an update to the 4*120 kit to make it a 2-piece wing. Only reason I don't have one now is I don't have the vehicle to transport an 80" wing in one piece.
Forum: Questions and Answers
01-02-2014, 11:02 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 6,288
Posted By joebob

Just tried some for the first time a few weeks...

Just tried some for the first time a few weeks ago. There is definitely a learning curve to using them. With a regular blade, it kind of helps guide you becasue if you push off to the side slightly,...
Forum: Questions and Answers
01-01-2014, 06:53 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 6,288
Posted By joebob

Before you decide on a scroll saw, make sure you...

Before you decide on a scroll saw, make sure you get one with toolless blade changing If you need to cut a lot of inside holes and have to hunt down a wrench every time you have to move to a new hole...
Forum: Questions and Answers
12-31-2013, 05:21 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 6,288
Posted By joebob

For me, it's band saw, table saw, scroll saw I...

For me, it's band saw, table saw, scroll saw I that order. I used the table saw almost as much as the band saw, especially for ripping sticks from sheets. Also, it takes me a while to get the hang of...
Forum: Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD
12-19-2013, 10:54 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 689
Posted By joebob

I found a few programs designed to help...

I found a few programs designed to help woodworkers figure out how to lay out parts on a sheet of ply to get the best fit so I am going to see if I can adapt one of those to work for smaller boards...
Forum: Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD
12-19-2013, 08:19 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 689
Posted By joebob

Most efficient way to cut sticks from sheets

I'm getting read to cut out a run of kits and am planning on cutting my own sticks from sheets to minimize the cost. Maybe it's just old age kicking in, but I'm having trouble coming up with an easy...
Forum: Kit Building
10-25-2013, 09:10 AM
Replies: 150
Views: 27,050
Posted By joebob

HK and VH covering are not quite the same. I've...

HK and VH covering are not quite the same. I've tried both, and think both are good quality, but there are some slight differences. I've only tried the white from VH, but it actually feels a little...
Forum: Kit Building
10-23-2013, 08:59 AM
Replies: 150
Views: 27,050
Posted By joebob

I've been using it for the last 6-8 models I've...

I've been using it for the last 6-8 models I've built from .40 size to 50cc gassers. I love the stuff. Doesn't seem to wrinkle in the sun near as bad. I've left the wings in the cab of my truck...
Forum: Control Lines
09-30-2013, 05:17 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 26,780
Posted By joebob

Man, does this thread bring back memories! I...

Man, does this thread bring back memories! I started my love affair with planes when I found an old Testors CL plane in the attic. Tried for days to get the engine to run, but could never get more...
Forum: Giant Scale Aircraft - 3D & Aerobatic
07-09-2013, 06:20 PM
Replies: 366
Views: 75,256
Posted By joebob

RE: OMP Hybrid Edge 540 Build

I think the 55R will be a great choice because of the narrow fuse. It should fit in the cowl area a lot easier.
Forum: ARF or RTF
06-05-2013, 09:08 AM
Replies: 763
Views: 186,802
Posted By joebob

RE: Great Planes Giant Ugly Stick

+1 on the Radio South hinges. If you're going to go CA hinges, they are the ones to use. Used them for years on everything from 40 size to gassers and never had a failure. Now I did have one on a...
Forum: Beginners
05-15-2013, 09:20 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,074
Posted By joebob

RE: New guy in East TN, What all did I buy?

I'd like to offer a different opinion of some of the less expensive covering options. True, a lot of the China Kote stuff is junk, but I have had VERY good luck with the stuff Hobby King sells. Done...
Forum: Questions and Answers
01-08-2013, 09:43 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,938
Posted By joebob

RE: Best Compound/Product for Exhaust Bolt Threads?

+1000

Started using this on my DLE55 when I couldn't keep the bolts tight. I was having to snug them down after every flight. Started using this stuff and have not had one come loose since. It...
Forum: RC Jets
10-22-2012, 08:36 AM
Replies: 264
Views: 34,927
Posted By joebob

RE: HOBBYKING - NEVER AGAIN!!!!!!!!

Personally, I love their covering. Works quite well and it a LOT less expensive than Mono or Ultra. I've covered everything from .40 size profiles to 50cc planes with it and it has worked perfectly....
Forum: Giant Scale Aircraft - General
07-17-2012, 08:52 AM
Replies: 1,796
Views: 323,725
Posted By joebob

RE: RC Guys Super Decathlon coming

On mine, the tail hinges were OK, but I went ahead and swapped them out for Robarts. The aileron hinges were another story, though. They broke apart at the joint with very little effort. Seemed very...
Forum: Giant Scale Aircraft - General
07-08-2012, 02:04 PM
Replies: 302
Views: 42,198
Posted By joebob

RE: AMR High Wing Stick 30

Anthony,

I followed your build and I must say my heart sank when I started reading your post. But I'm glad there wasn't any more damage than there was. It would have been terrible to see such a...
Forum: Giant Scale Aircraft - General
06-25-2012, 08:05 AM
Replies: 302
Views: 42,198
Posted By joebob

RE: AMR High Wing Stick 30

Oh, sorry for my misunderstanding. There is not much harm in having too large of a battery, especially if you need the nose weight anyway. But there can be a lot of harm in having too small of one!...
Forum: Giant Scale Aircraft - General
06-24-2012, 04:49 PM
Replies: 302
Views: 42,198
Posted By joebob

RE: AMR High Wing Stick 30

Beautiful plane! I've been flying on and off for over 30 years and have never owned a Stik of any type. Was all set to order one of these until I stumbled on a deal I couldn't refuse for a RTF Great...
Forum: Questions and Answers
06-09-2012, 08:46 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 10,571
Posted By joebob

RE: If you could only have FIVE airplanes, what would they be?

1. WrongWayRC 50cc Laminar Wing Sukhoi profile
2. Mojo .60 from Swanyshouse.com
3. OMP 50cc Hybrid
4. Sig 4*60
5. That's enough! No need for anything else.
Forum: Giant Scale Aircraft - General
04-28-2012, 11:09 AM
Replies: 1,796
Views: 323,725
Posted By joebob

RE: RC Guys Super Decathlon coming

If it was just a few clicks I wouldn't worry about it but the ailerons and ruddder are almost 1/4" off center, so something is amiss. Just tried my incidence meter but it isn't wide enough to fit the...
Forum: Giant Scale Aircraft - General
04-28-2012, 10:05 AM
Replies: 1,796
Views: 323,725
Posted By joebob

RE: RC Guys Super Decathlon coming

Maiden day!

Perfect weather for a maiden. No wind, no clouds, temps in the high 70s-low 80s Had a little trouble with assembly due to me not knowing the best sequence. I realized that the left...
Forum: Giant Scale Aircraft - General
04-23-2012, 09:28 AM
Replies: 1,796
Views: 323,725
Posted By joebob

RE: RC Guys Super Decathlon coming

Finally got everything mounted and ready to go. The JC-30 was a little bit of a chore to install, not because it was too big, but too small! The standoff-prop hub distance on this engine is only...
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