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Forum: AMA Discussions
08-16-2015, 05:11 AM
Replies: 2,203
Views: 131,986
Posted By JurassicJet

I have not read all of the posts in the thread...

I have not read all of the posts in the thread but here are my abbreviated thoughts....

1.) It absolutely amazes me the amount of whining over a $13 dues increase. Folks on this thread are...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
10-11-2013, 04:54 PM
Replies: 315
Views: 32,953
Posted By JurassicJet

Also, i did a comparison between these cheap...

Also, i did a comparison between these cheap Hobby King retracts and the Wingspan ones.... here is a copy/paste of my short review....

I decided to purchase a set of Hobby King large retracts. ...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
10-11-2013, 04:51 PM
Replies: 315
Views: 32,953
Posted By JurassicJet

I understand your concept of value. I am very...

I understand your concept of value. I am very willing to spend some money for a good product. Hence, my initial purchase of the Wingspans. BUT... The Wingspans did not deliver on the promise that...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
10-11-2013, 05:55 AM
Replies: 315
Views: 32,953
Posted By JurassicJet

Dave: I feel your pain. It is so...

Dave:

I feel your pain. It is so unfortunate that this happened and then to top it off you are half way around the world.

Your modifications to the retract really have absolutely nothing to...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
05-13-2013, 05:58 AM
Replies: 255
Views: 42,596
Posted By JurassicJet

RE: 1/5 Hybrid Hellcat

So with the added weight in the nose (12lbs?!!!) have you figured out what the wing loading is on the bird?

If I was closer to Owatonna I would come and watch since I have nothing to do...
Forum: Kit Building
05-08-2013, 06:07 AM
Replies: 2,328
Views: 439,120
Posted By JurassicJet

RE: Top Flite Giant P-47 Build

Mikey:

That is really stinkin' cool. I sent you a PM with some questions...
Forum: Kit Building
09-21-2012, 08:40 PM
Replies: 2,328
Views: 439,120
Posted By JurassicJet

RE: Top Flite Giant P-47 Build

Thanks for the support EJwash1. I appreciate it.

Ram360........ isn't liquid sheeting usually used for smaller aircraft? I am just asking because I don't know. I would think some 3/4oz glass cloth...
Forum: Kit Building
09-20-2012, 06:03 AM
Replies: 2,328
Views: 439,120
Posted By JurassicJet

RE: Top Flite Giant P-47 Build

Never said "over" and "out" were not formal terms. They are just never used together in the a professional aviation environement.
I also operate on the East coast extensively (KHPN,KTEB,KJFK,KLGA...
Forum: Kit Building
09-19-2012, 04:58 PM
Replies: 2,328
Views: 439,120
Posted By JurassicJet

RE: Top Flite Giant P-47 Build

28 years of flying and over 9000 hours. 14 years as a Captain for a major Fractional provider.

Never have I used or heard a professional pilot use that phrase on the radio. Note I said...
Forum: Kit Building
09-19-2012, 09:59 AM
Replies: 2,328
Views: 439,120
Posted By JurassicJet

RE: Top Flite Giant P-47 Build

No self-respecting aviator would say that http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/js/fckeditor/editor/images/smiley/msn/embaressed_smile.gif It is either "Over" or "Out". Over and out means you want a...
Forum: Kit Building
09-08-2012, 09:24 AM
Replies: 2,328
Views: 439,120
Posted By JurassicJet

RE: Top Flite Giant P-47 Build

Ok.... sorry to muddy up your thread Redbiscuits but apparently the "fast reply" works. 

This is not related to the rivet discussion but rather to filler.  
I have used a product called "Split...
Forum: Kit Building
09-08-2012, 09:20 AM
Replies: 2,328
Views: 439,120
Posted By JurassicJet

RE: Top Flite Giant P-47 Build

I do not know what the heck is going on with RCU but i am unable to edit my post or post under the "normal" reply.  

Huge white area with part of the posts cut off and no "submit" button.   I am...
Forum: Kit Building
09-04-2012, 05:00 AM
Replies: 2,328
Views: 439,120
Posted By JurassicJet

RE: Top Flite Giant P-47 Build

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Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
08-05-2012, 02:17 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 17,196
Posted By JurassicJet

RE: Wingspan Electric retracts

No where on your website does it state 18 lbs as a maximum. Actually, there is no statement as to max weight other than .60 to 1.20 size aircraft.

Had I known that 18lbs was the design limit I...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
08-05-2012, 08:39 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 17,196
Posted By JurassicJet

RE: Wingspan Electric retracts

Does anyone have any documentation stating the weight rating for these retracts. Especially any emails from the owner? I was told these were good for at least 21 lbs but now there is some...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
08-03-2012, 03:02 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 17,196
Posted By JurassicJet

RE: Wingspan Electric retracts

Here are a couple of pictures of my retracts.

Keep in mind that the nose gear unit shattered but there was no damage to the surrounding structure. In fact, when I landed and the nose collapsed...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
08-02-2012, 08:09 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 17,196
Posted By JurassicJet

RE: Wingspan Electric retracts

Well...the saga continues.

After replacing this gear I dont know how many times it seems that Micheal finally got the bugs worked out as far as reliability. Not sure though for the real long term....
Forum: Kit Building
07-24-2012, 05:45 AM
Replies: 2,328
Views: 439,120
Posted By JurassicJet

RE: Top Flite Giant P-47 Build

I just did a quick Google search and this is what I came up with.........

www.nsmodelers.rs/home/mirce-finish-set (http://www.nsmodelers.rs/home/mirce-finish-set)

Neil
Forum: Kit Building
07-15-2012, 05:33 AM
Replies: 2,328
Views: 439,120
Posted By JurassicJet

RE: Top Flite Giant P-47 Build

WOW!!

HOLYCRAP!

Yeah, I'm just a little in awe.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-21-2012, 02:43 PM
Replies: 255
Views: 42,596
Posted By JurassicJet

RE: 1/5 Hybrid Hellcat

I'm two hours away from you guys...

Is there something going on 08JUL12? I have the first three weeks of July off from work....
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-20-2012, 09:43 AM
Replies: 255
Views: 42,596
Posted By JurassicJet

RE: 1/5 Hybrid Hellcat

DId the the 'Cat get done and fly?

I am thinking I need a scale project... http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/js/fckeditor/editor/images/smiley/msn/49_49.gif
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-13-2012, 10:01 AM
Replies: 315
Views: 32,953
Posted By JurassicJet

RE: WingSpan Retracts into a Hangar 9 P-40

I wish I owned a business that as fast as I could make something they would sell out. I really don't understand Lado at all because it seems that they are never in stock and that had been going on...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-08-2012, 09:32 AM
Replies: 315
Views: 32,953
Posted By JurassicJet

RE: WingSpan Retracts into a Hangar 9 P-40

Does anyone know anything about Larry at Southeast Model products.

He apparently builds custom electric retracts. Talked to him this morning and he is not that much more money than Wingspan and...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-08-2012, 07:15 AM
Replies: 315
Views: 32,953
Posted By JurassicJet

RE: WingSpan Retracts into a Hangar 9 P-40

Isn't that the truth http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/js/fckeditor/editor/images/smiley/msn/wink_smile.gif

I sent an email to Wingspan this morning. We shall see what he does.

I think my blood...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-07-2012, 07:01 PM
Replies: 315
Views: 32,953
Posted By JurassicJet

RE: WingSpan Retracts into a Hangar 9 P-40

Well....... I had my third flight on my B-25 tonight.

Sad thing is I had to fly it with the gear down. The reason the gear stayed down was because the right main gear apparently stripped a...
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