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Forum: Unusual R/C
07-06-2014, 02:17 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 17,358
Posted By carlosamato

I am looking for the radio control schematics for...

I am looking for the radio control schematics for a Radicon Remote control boat (1957 ) a friend of mine is restoring.
can anyone help?
he is having a difficult time understanding the system....
Forum: RC Sailboats
12-17-2013, 08:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,974
Posted By carlosamato

recent photos of my Graupner Gracia...

recent photos of my Graupner Gracia...
Forum: Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC
12-17-2013, 08:50 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 22,744
Posted By carlosamato

Here is a link to a really cool site with lots of...

Here is a link to a really cool site with lots of Graupner info.
enjoy.

http://rcpedia.elf24.de/text/GRAUPNER
Forum: Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC
12-17-2013, 11:23 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 22,744
Posted By carlosamato

Jay, thanks for your message. I called you and...

Jay, thanks for your message. I called you and left you a message regarding my radio. I live in Los Angeles so we are close by. Would like to bring it over to see if it can be fixed. Please call me...
Forum: Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC
12-14-2013, 06:35 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 22,744
Posted By carlosamato

Pete, Thanks for sharing this story and photos!...

Pete,
Thanks for sharing this story and photos!
I have two of these radios and have tried EVERYTHING to get them back to work.... but NOTHING!
All I can do is display it next to one of my 15...
Forum: Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC
08-08-2013, 08:39 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 56,123
Posted By carlosamato

How about trying to fly a Graupner Kwik Fly MK3...

How about trying to fly a Graupner Kwik Fly MK3 in 1967 with a Grundig non-proportional tone radio?
Forum: RC Sailboats
08-08-2013, 08:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,272
Posted By carlosamato

I recently acquired an identical Mistral model....

I recently acquired an identical Mistral model. It is brand new, in the box but is missing the plans!
Please note that although German, it was not manufactured by Graupner. (I also know this because...
Forum: Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC
08-08-2013, 08:24 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 22,744
Posted By carlosamato

I do have the Graupner Piper Cherokee plans. I...

I do have the Graupner Piper Cherokee plans.
I can copy them or send you a PDF.
Regards,
Carlos
Forum: Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC
08-12-2008, 02:58 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 22,744
Posted By carlosamato

RE: LF info 1960's Graupner Grundig radio

Thanks for the tip. Unfortunately the unit advertised apparently does not work.
Forum: Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC
07-26-2008, 11:55 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 22,744
Posted By carlosamato

RE: LF info 1960's Graupner Grundig radio

UStik,

Thanks for your comments and tips.

I agree that it is best not to use these radios now... But for a boat, it is a great nostalgia trip! If I ever find someone who can fix it, I...
Forum: Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC
07-26-2008, 11:49 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 22,744
Posted By carlosamato

RE: LF info 1960's Graupner Grundig radio

Hi TonyL1,

The Cherokee was introduced by Graupner in 1976. It is a massive kit, with a box measuring 50" long x 13" wide and 7" tall.

Here are some pictures I took today.

The number...
Forum: Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC
07-23-2008, 10:46 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 22,744
Posted By carlosamato

RE: LF info 1960's Graupner Grundig radio

The TAXI was introduced by Graupner in 1966. One of the pictures I posted has the TAXI in the 1966-67 catalog cover.

The catalog suggests the Variophon radio for it. Amazing stuff.

I agree...
Forum: Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC
07-23-2008, 09:13 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 22,744
Posted By carlosamato

RE: LF info 1960's Graupner Grundig radio

Attached are some images of my Grundig Radio.

I was fortunte to keep the original receiver and modules and servo boxes. The original warranty and factory inspection cards are also included. ...
Forum: Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC
07-22-2008, 11:05 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 22,744
Posted By carlosamato

RE: LF info 1960's Graupner Grundig radio

If you are interested in a few days I could post some pictures. Let me know.
Forum: Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC
07-22-2008, 11:03 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 22,744
Posted By carlosamato

RE: LF info 1960's Graupner Grundig radio

I have two radios like yours. One was purchased in Hamburg circa 1967 and is curently at my parent's home with the original Graupner Helgoland ship and Graupner Gracia Sailboat. We used to run both...
Forum: RC Sailboats
04-25-2008, 10:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,974
Posted By carlosamato

RE: Found Sailboat, any thoughts of make?

How is the sailboat coming along?

Carlos
Forum: RC Sailboats
09-27-2007, 09:15 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,109
Posted By carlosamato

RE: My boat

Dan,

The sail is no big deal. The dimensions are on the full size plans I sent you, and even if you had the original cotton fabric, you would have to replace since it yellows over time.
The...
Forum: RC Sailboats
09-25-2007, 03:12 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,109
Posted By carlosamato

RE: My boat

Dan,

I emailed the 2 plans and instruction today. Please let me know when you get them.

Regards,

Carlos
Forum: RC Sailboats
09-24-2007, 03:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,109
Posted By carlosamato

RE: My boat

Dan,

I will scan the plans and email to you this week.

I posted under my profiles two pictures of my completed Gracia. The most important parts of the kit are the steel ballast that screws...
Forum: RC Sailboats
09-22-2007, 08:17 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,109
Posted By carlosamato

RE: My boat

If you want I can scan my plans a email you a PDF File of them.

Regards,

Carlos Amato
Forum: RC Sailboats
09-22-2007, 08:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,974
Posted By carlosamato

RE: Found Sailboat, any thoughts of make?

You are correct, it is a Graupner Gracia. I own three, one built by my father in the mid 60's, one I am now building and also a brand new in box purchased on Ebay a few years ago. (Not for sale) A...
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