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Forum: ARF or RTF
07-07-2011, 02:39 AM
Replies: 844
Views: 109,188
Posted By propshaft

RE: Top Flite AT6 ARF

The Realflight physics get pretty close. The biggest difference I notice is that the AT6 "feels" faster than on the simulator. Cross winds will cause a slight roll tendency on take-off. Better to...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
07-03-2011, 02:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,077
Posted By propshaft

RE: Warbirds over Arkansas June 9-12 2011

Lyle and John, thanks for sharing the pictures. It was a great weekend in the beautiful Ozarks. I hope to go back next year.
Deon (I flew the Fokker D7 with the yellow band)
Forum: Events, Shows and Fun Flys - Airplanes
09-16-2010, 01:34 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,267
Posted By propshaft

RE: Western Front Dawn Patrol 2010

In case we need more firepower to compliment the Missourian shotguns, I plan on bringing two Spandau machine guns. What are the chances of finding a spot to pitch a tent for someone arriving on...
Forum: Giant Scale Aircraft - General
06-17-2010, 04:49 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,315
Posted By propshaft

RE: BUSA Fokker D.VII 1/4th scale servos?

My D7 may be at a similar stage of construction to yours. I am starting to add detail to the fuselage and need to think about servos and servo placement. I will use a hitec 2.4 Rx with a 2S Hobbico...
Forum: ARF or RTF
05-17-2010, 06:07 AM
Replies: 844
Views: 109,188
Posted By propshaft

RE: Top Flite AT6 ARF

TomTreese,
Thanks for posting the pictures of your landing approach. You seem to use a lower flap rate than I do. How many degrees do you use? My flaps are on a 3-way switch. I use a 45 degree flap...
Forum: Gas Engines
04-25-2010, 11:49 AM
Replies: 151
Views: 37,379
Posted By propshaft

RE: RCG 26cc

Update:
I checked the rpm again using an APC 17x8 Pattern prop. After close to 2 gallons of fuel, it now turns at 7620 rpm (up from 7280 previously), using Echo synthetic oil at 40:1 in 87 octane...
Forum: Gas Engines
04-11-2010, 02:35 PM
Replies: 151
Views: 37,379
Posted By propshaft

RE: RCG 26cc

JXF 17x8 prop failure!
Watch out for JXF props from Hobbyking. The prop split lengthwise on one side for no apparent reason. The prop had not been damaged previously in any way that was visible....
Forum: Gas Engines
03-30-2010, 08:46 PM
Replies: 151
Views: 37,379
Posted By propshaft

RE: RCG 26cc

Update:
My RCG 26 now has a little over a gallon through it. Most of that in the air. After the first few flights it ran rough and dead-sticked on me a couple of times. I traced the problem to an...
Forum: ARF or RTF
03-29-2010, 05:53 PM
Replies: 844
Views: 109,188
Posted By propshaft

RE: Top Flite AT6 ARF

Maddieone makes a good point, you're gonna either love or hate this airplane. The AT6 takes some getting used to. It has its quirks. On the other hand, if you want something that has oodles of...
Forum: ARF or RTF
03-27-2010, 12:31 PM
Replies: 844
Views: 109,188
Posted By propshaft

RE: Top Flite AT6 ARF

Ken,

I have similar experiences as Tom in trying to eliminate bounces on landing. I think the key is that the aircraft should gently fly onto the ground, AND the tail must have ample airflow...
Forum: Gas Engines
03-24-2010, 09:03 PM
Replies: 151
Views: 37,379
Posted By propshaft

RE: RCG 26cc

I did not measure weight on my engine. The following is 2nd hand from Full Rudder's review thread:

Engine: 987g
Muffler: 85g
Ignition: 109g
Hardware: 116g
Forum: Gas Engines
03-24-2010, 05:18 AM
Replies: 151
Views: 37,379
Posted By propshaft

RE: RCG 26cc

Fullrudder, thanks for sharing the link to your review. Interestingly, your engine was packaged in a box with the "Viktor-fly" brand name on it. The same name was on the instructions. My engine was...
Forum: Gas Engines
03-21-2010, 06:07 PM
Replies: 151
Views: 37,379
Posted By propshaft

RE: RCG 26cc

GGraham500,

I don't think there is a gas engine that will perform the same as an equivalent sized glow engine, especially at the lower end of the size scale where glow engines are common and...
Forum: Gas Engines
03-21-2010, 05:48 PM
Replies: 151
Views: 37,379
Posted By propshaft

RE: RCG 26cc

Here are my impressions after the first day at the field, which included some static running of the engine, some taxiing, and about 45 minutes in the air, flying an Ultra Stick Lite 120.

The...
Forum: Gas Engines
03-21-2010, 12:49 PM
Replies: 151
Views: 37,379
Posted By propshaft

RCG 26cc

I recently bought the RCG 26cc engine from Hobbyking (http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=9615&Product_Name=RCG_26cc_Gas_engine_w/_CD-Ignition_2.6HP/1.95kw). Since...
Forum: ARF or RTF
07-05-2009, 09:40 AM
Replies: 844
Views: 109,188
Posted By propshaft

RE: Top Flite AT6 ARF

Report back on performance of TF's replacement retracts:

The new retracts sent to me (after I had problems with the original gear casings cracking) are holding up. 10-15 landings; including some...
Forum: ARF or RTF
04-12-2009, 08:05 PM
Replies: 844
Views: 109,188
Posted By propshaft

RE: Top Flite AT6 ARF

Sonny,

Thanks for the picks of the retract valves. I might still opt for air retracts too. Even if the new servo-operated set from TF looks more robust, a set of Robarts will probably be the...
Forum: ARF or RTF
04-10-2009, 05:16 PM
Replies: 844
Views: 109,188
Posted By propshaft

RE: Top Flite AT6 ARF

The number to call if you have experienced a similar retract problem is (217)398-0007. It takes you through a menu where you should choose the option for questions related to airplanes. Unfortunately...
Forum: ARF or RTF
04-10-2009, 12:29 PM
Replies: 844
Views: 109,188
Posted By propshaft

RE: Top Flite AT6 ARF

I am happy to report that Hobbico (TopFlite) came through with decent service:D.

I called the Hobbico Service number and spoke with a friendly guy who told me that they were aware of problems...
Forum: ARF or RTF
04-09-2009, 05:45 PM
Replies: 844
Views: 109,188
Posted By propshaft

RE: Top Flite AT6 ARF

I agree that TF should not be judged on one plane. And actually the plane itself is pretty good in my opinion. Mine had almost perfect covering and I really like the way it looks and flies. The thing...
Forum: ARF or RTF
04-08-2009, 09:56 PM
Replies: 844
Views: 109,188
Posted By propshaft

RE: Top Flite AT6 ARF

Carl,

On my plane the plastic railing of the retract housing cracked and the crack spread into the housing itself, causing the locking mechanism to fail and the retract to collapse. The wood...
Forum: ARF or RTF
04-08-2009, 09:47 PM
Replies: 844
Views: 109,188
Posted By propshaft

RE: Top Flite AT6 ARF

Another TF retract failure!

My TF AT6 went up for its maiden flight this afternoon. It is powered by a TH .75 2-stroke and it performed without any problems during the first flight and landing....
Forum: Gas Engines
01-17-2008, 09:08 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,443
Posted By propshaft

RE: G26ei or G26 magneto

Wingstrut,

I have been flying a G26 in a BUSA Pup for the last 3 years. It is a great combo and the engine just keeps getting stronger with absolutely no tendency to flame out or misbehave....
Forum: RC Scale Aircraft
01-06-2008, 11:05 AM
Replies: 133
Views: 39,222
Posted By propshaft

RE: BUSA Nieuport 17

Thanks for the price breakdown, Matt, it is very helpful to guys like me who are just starting the build. For a slow builder like me the entertainment (without considering the joy of flying something...
Forum: 3D Flying!
09-05-2007, 11:28 AM
Replies: 3,253
Views: 354,248
Posted By propshaft

RE: Ultra R/C Giles 202 UL 29%

I'm using 80 pound dacron fishing line with the stock servo arms on the rudder. I find that the fishing line is easier to adjust to the optimal tension compared to the stock cable. The line goes...
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