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Forum: RC Sailboats
05-17-2010, 01:34 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,762
Posted By jaelon

RE: Yacht Racing

Check for boats being used in waters or by clubs near your location.
Forum: RC Sailboats
01-19-2010, 11:19 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,546
Posted By jaelon

RE: tandem SC servos

Graupner Trueblue uses two ganged sail servos. I haven't used it, but for pics see
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_7065732/anchors_7065732/mpage_1/key_/anchor/tm.htm#7065732
Forum: RC Sailboats
09-25-2009, 04:38 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,189
Posted By jaelon

RE: Sailboat; 6'+ Hull Length?

In addition to the ~8ft J class boats, info for other 6+ ft boats is available at http://modelyacht.org/ (whenever it's available)
Boats such as Newport 12 Meter, AC, Wheeler.
Forum: RC Sailboats
09-08-2009, 01:47 PM
Replies: 497
Views: 122,454
Posted By jaelon

RE: RC multihulls?

You should move this message over to a Monsoon 900 thread like http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_6121875/tm.htm
When composing your message, look down at the bottom of the screen box and click on...
Forum: RC Sailboats
07-28-2009, 02:14 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 20,522
Posted By jaelon

RE: sail line fishing controls

The window motor sounds good since it would typically be powerful and able to hold position without power although I don't know how heavy it is including battery.
For radio control you might use...
Forum: RC Sailboats
07-26-2009, 05:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 20,522
Posted By jaelon

RE: sail line fishing controls

Your sail line sounded interesting to me so I did a search. If it works, here's a way to control your sail tack from shore with a jerk of the sail line.

...
Forum: RC Sailboats
07-14-2009, 10:46 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,887
Posted By jaelon

RE: maltese falcon replica build?

This Maltese Falcon thread may help some:
http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=783952&highlight=maltese
Forum: RC Sailboats
07-08-2009, 09:43 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,538
Posted By jaelon

RE: Where do I buy Carbon Tube in Canada/USA?

I used another piece of hollow carbon tube whose OD fits snugly in the ID of the main mast pieces. Solid carbon tube would be a stronger ferrule but probably not necessary. A little epoxy could be...
Forum: RC Sailboats
07-07-2009, 05:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,538
Posted By jaelon

RE: Where do I buy Carbon Tube in Canada/USA?

You may have a hard time finding a 72"small diameter tube. But a inside ferrule joint can work well. Wrapped carbon fiber is very stiff if desired. I've used 8P tube described at...
Forum: RC Sailboats
06-09-2009, 07:33 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 13,525
Posted By jaelon

RE: monsoon 900

You don't need high priced screw type turnbuckles on an inexpensive boat like the Monsoon. Bowsies work just fine. If you don't like the line supplied withyour boat, just replacesome or all of itwith...
Forum: RC Sailboats
05-24-2009, 11:58 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 13,525
Posted By jaelon

RE: monsoon 900

Here's a video I took in April 2008, camera in one hand, transmitter in the other.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NSRQ54oc2Ko
Forum: RC Sailboats
03-14-2009, 06:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 954
Posted By jaelon

RE: Mclass stormy sailing Germany 2002

Try this site. Don't miss the one going under the dock!
http://picasaweb.google.nl/micromagic.nl/Kinselmeer25November2007#
Forum: RC Sailboats
01-31-2009, 07:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,820
Posted By jaelon

RE: 6.6 Lithium Ion Receiver Batteries

The manufacturer of the RMG sail winch may not agree with you. See recommended battery types, etc. at
http://www.users.bigpond.com/rmgsw/SmartWinchUserGuide1208.pdf
Forum: RC Sailboats
01-10-2009, 11:09 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 19,846
Posted By jaelon

RE: Need recommendation for my 1st RC boat

If I'm buying any product I would like to know if a possibly improved model may be available soon, and then ask the vendors about it before making a buying decision. Fleet racing doesn't necessarily...
Forum: RC Sailboats
01-10-2009, 12:41 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 19,846
Posted By jaelon

RE: Need recommendation for my 1st RC boat

I've read that a new version of the Nirvana (Nirvana III?) is supposed to be available shortly.
If I was buying another Nirvana, I would buy it from
http://sailrcnirvana.com/
Forum: RC Sailboats
08-27-2008, 09:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,242
Posted By jaelon

RE: Looking for a boat - help?

Well, the boat you describe with durability, low maintenance, convenience, and rough water use sounds like a RC Laser, except that it doesn't have lots of adjustments and there has been a problem...
Forum: RC Sailboats
08-27-2008, 11:05 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,561
Posted By jaelon

RE: Need advice on R\C Sailboat for a gift

I built a T37. The kit is very complete and has excellent instructions. I recommend it if you would enjoy building a wooden boat and like its look. The optional planked deck looks great. It sails...
Forum: RC Sailboats
06-27-2008, 03:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,121
Posted By jaelon

RE: Need info on Nirvana FM RX/TX

I suspect you are aware of it, but if upgrading, I would suggest the Electonic Upgrade Hitec package at http://sailrcnirvana.com/Nirvana_Store.html
It contains a better sail servo and specific...
Forum: RC Sailboats
05-05-2008, 11:39 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 33,917
Posted By jaelon

RE: nirvana II tips and tuning guide

The O-ring can be moved(slid) to different positions along the boom forward or back to adjust the boom pivot point. Adjusting the bowsie for the foresail wire may also be needed when moving the...
Forum: RC Sailboats
05-04-2008, 08:36 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 33,917
Posted By jaelon

RE: nirvana II tips and tuning guide

If you don't hear from TC, here's a pic of a large O-ring I found in my tool box for a jib pivot.
Forum: RC Sailboats
05-04-2008, 08:08 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 33,917
Posted By jaelon

RE: nirvana II tips and tuning guide

Here's a link I saved awhile back.
http://www.vac-u-boat.com/Towing_Recovery.htm
Forum: RC Sailboats
03-29-2008, 11:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,153
Posted By jaelon

RE: Looking for Nirvana II sailors in Richmond VA metro

I would recommend the new "Choice" or "Choice kit" at http://sailrcnirvana.com/Nirvana_Store.html
I have a year old Nirvana from there with the same electronics, and no problems.
Forum: RC Sailboats
03-29-2008, 10:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 902
Posted By jaelon

RE: Please Help

http://www.acehobby.com/ace/PDF/Boat/TTR5555.pdf
Forum: RC Sailboats
08-02-2007, 06:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,675
Posted By jaelon

RE: Good kit for newcomer

This one looks very good in display, IMO, and also sails well from reports:
http://www.ultimatehobbies.com/istar.asp?a=6&id=TTR5555!1009

Building instructions:
...
Forum: RC Rock Crawlers
07-31-2007, 08:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,413
Posted By jaelon

RE: wheely king converted to rock crawler

Speedsport, two days ago you posted "Has anybody been to rcrawler, there forum on the wheely king has 32 pages of topics on it! All kinds of great information, including whats needed for the crawler...
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