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Forum: RC Jets
10-06-2012, 03:35 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 14,520
Posted By portanav

RE: The New Graupner MX-20 HOTT

Hi all; I recently switched from Futaba to Graupner with the MC-20 Transmitter, I am now trying to setup some telemetry with my GR-24 receiver, but I have run into a problem. I bought two modules to...
Forum: Gas Engines
07-09-2011, 02:15 PM
Replies: 174
Views: 19,358
Posted By portanav

RE: Small gassers not worth the investment!

I recently went from glow to gas, and don't regret the change. I got tired of the mess with glow fuel on my planes and all the other harassments that come with glow.<div>I now have two DLE 20's one...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
07-07-2011, 05:31 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,765
Posted By portanav

RE: CJM retracts in TopFlite P-40 ARF

I'll do that.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
07-07-2011, 02:01 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,765
Posted By portanav

RE: CJM retracts in TopFlite P-40 ARF

I decided to go with the hole in the spar method, and reinforced it with carbon fiber bar. Flown her a number of times, and so far so good. Thanks again to ALL for your suggestions and experience.
Forum: Gas Engines
06-26-2011, 03:39 AM
Replies: 194
Views: 18,554
Posted By portanav

RE: DLE What?!?!

The DLE 30 sold by Tower .... is the real thing. I recently bought one for my Mustang and it works great. Powerful, starts easy and sounds great. This is my third DLE from Tower .... and I am...
Forum: Gas Engines
06-26-2011, 03:30 AM
Replies: 194
Views: 18,554
Posted By portanav

RE: DLE What?!?!

The DLE 30 sold by Tower ... is real and very good. I recently bought one for my Mustang and it is a great engine. Powerful, starts easy and sounds good.
Forum: Gas Engines
06-13-2011, 02:47 PM
Replies: 365
Views: 39,565
Posted By portanav

RE: Went cheap. bought a DLE 20 and got burnt!!! UPDATE!

I own two DLE 20's a 30 on my warbirds and will be getting a 55 for my corsair. I think their great engines.
Forum: Gas Engines
11-30-2010, 01:34 AM
Replies: 6,892
Views: 1,137,881
Posted By portanav

RE: NEW DLE 20cc Gasser! (Data & Links 1st Post)

It is already available at Tower Hobbies $270.00. Selling fast.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
09-09-2010, 07:54 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,765
Posted By portanav

RE: CJM retracts in TopFlite P-40 ARF

Thanks; US... &amp; LDM that was a thought I was heading for, and beefing up the supports is an excellent idea. Thanks again.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
09-09-2010, 04:40 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,765
Posted By portanav

RE: CJM retracts in TopFlite P-40 ARF

Got yah! Thanks, I have not done anything as yet; I am still looking for alternatives, least of all cutting the spar.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
09-07-2010, 07:08 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,765
Posted By portanav

RE: CJM retracts in TopFlite P-40 ARF

OK, point taken. Actually I was very hesitant to cut the spar for your very same reasons. I will look at building up 5/16" on the support beams in order to clear the spar. Thanks very much for your...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
09-07-2010, 05:37 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,765
Posted By portanav

RE: CJM retracts in TopFlite P-40 ARF

I have not done anything to the spar as yet. The problem is not the main struts but the retraction/extension piston cylinder which is below the strut when retracted; it is so much longer than the...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
09-07-2010, 04:58 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,765
Posted By portanav

RE: CJM retracts in TopFlite P-40 ARF

Thanks Mike..... I will start the mod ASAP. What glue is it you used in the picture? Is it polythene or epoxy?
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
09-07-2010, 04:49 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,765
Posted By portanav

CJM retracts in TopFlite P-40 ARF

I just got a pair of CJM Retracts for the Top Flite P-40 ARF, however, it looks like (from views in the manual) that the model is designed for Robart retracts. The beam supports are to wide (easy to...
Forum: Questions and Answers
09-07-2010, 04:19 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,062
Posted By portanav

RE: Breaking in - OS FS 1.20 E Surpass Engine

Sorry people, the fuel make is not what I called it, the fuel make is "Cool Power" -15% nitro four stroke fuel, thanks w8ye for the correction, that's what I meant to say. The exhaust oil is also not...
Forum: Questions and Answers
09-06-2010, 02:17 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,062
Posted By portanav

RE: Breaking in - OS FS 1.20 E Surpass Engine

Thanks to all for your suggestions and comments; concerning the fuel it's "Cool Fuel" 15% 4 stroke, not sure how much castor is in the mix, I am running her at 7500 rpm using a 16x8 Master Airscrew...
Forum: Questions and Answers
09-06-2010, 02:55 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,062
Posted By portanav

RE: Breaking in - OS FS 1.20 E Surpass Engine

Thanks very much jay...... I agree the Saito's are a better engine, it's reassuring to know that the engine has not been damaged.
Forum: Questions and Answers
09-05-2010, 02:35 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 8,127
Posted By portanav

RE: Center of Gravity contraption

The CG will always remain static once the loading is complete, regardless of the aircrafts attitude. The only thing that will change the CG is moving an item in the aircraft i.e. servo, more/less...
Forum: Questions and Answers
09-05-2010, 01:59 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,062
Posted By portanav

Breaking in - OS FS 1.20 E Surpass Engine

Does anyone have experience breaking in a new OS FS 1.20 E Surpass Engine? I usually use Saito 4 strokers, but decided to go OS. Nice looking engine starts easy but I find that the exhaust oil...
Forum: NitroModels Support
03-11-2010, 08:03 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 529
Posted By portanav

Texan AT-6 ARF kit

Does anyone have any experience purchasing the Texan ARF kit from "Nitroairplanes.com"? I would like to buy one, however their information on the kit is verylimited. Does the kit come with retracts...
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