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Forum: Questions and Answers
08-11-2004, 07:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 685
Posted By sdc

Servo and battery guidelines?

I'm looking for advice on what servos to use when, and how to know what battery power is sufficient for the receiver and servos. I know I'm wading into fertile territory here (got my boots ready),...
Forum: ARF or RTF
08-07-2004, 11:05 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,335
Posted By sdc

RE: 456MB Dragon 40 ARF --anybody got one?

Ralph --

thanks for your review!! I can't wait to fly mine. It's ready to go for when my Tiger 2 and GP Piper Cub aren't already in my car...

Hope to see you at the field soon.

S
Forum: Crash & Rebuild
05-10-2004, 09:33 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,434
Posted By sdc

RE: low Rx battery voltage and =POW=

Volt Watch units are available from Tower Hobbies online at about US$11.00. They plug into any free receiver channel and mount flush using provided double-sided tape or with small screws. After my...
Forum: ARF or RTF
05-07-2004, 12:52 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,335
Posted By sdc

456MB Dragon 40 ARF --anybody got one?

If so, what do you think of the plane and assembly, and what engine do you have in it. Any major disagreements with the RC Universe Magazine review?

S
Forum: Crash & Rebuild
05-05-2004, 09:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,434
Posted By sdc

RE: low Rx battery voltage and =POW=

Guys --

thanks for your responses. Needless to say I'm learning more about batteries and electrical systems than I ever thought possible. Hopefully this is one mistake I'll not make again. I...
Forum: Crash & Rebuild
04-27-2004, 11:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,434
Posted By sdc

low Rx battery voltage and =POW=

I guess it was inevitable, what with the increasing air temps and my increasing comfort on the sticks..... I was flying my third flight after checking the voltage on my Rx (it was 5.10 when last...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
04-08-2004, 08:06 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 19,731
Posted By sdc

RE: Another Skyshark SBD Dauntless build thread

Now yur talkin'!! Nice job. She looks awsome. Can't wait to get started on mine. What power plant are you using?
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
04-07-2004, 10:34 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 19,731
Posted By sdc

RE: Another Skyshark SBD Dauntless build thread

Looks fine! Can't wait for the flight report. I forget -- are your spoilers operational? I'll look back through the thread when I get a moment....

Nice work.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
03-28-2004, 11:24 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 19,731
Posted By sdc

RE: Another Skyshark SBD Dauntless build thread

You're not alone at all!! I'm watching with great interest. I have the kit NIB on my bench, and can use all the help and direction possible. I'm fairly new to the hobby, but am working my way...
Forum: ARF or RTF
03-24-2004, 02:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 569
Posted By sdc

Saito 100 under H9 P-51 .60 Cowling?

Any suggestions for configuing a Saito 100 4C engine under this ARF's cowling? I know I'll need to invert it and cut a hole for the valve covers, but what have people done for glow starter and...
Forum: ARF or RTF
03-17-2004, 11:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,036
Posted By sdc

RE: CG Tiger 2 Ground Effects?

David --

I agree. That's why most computer trouble shooting manuals start off with "Is the machine plugged in?"

Also, there's too much to be learned in this hobby to take any advice...
Forum: ARF or RTF
03-16-2004, 07:49 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,036
Posted By sdc

RE: CG Tiger 2 Ground Effects?

David --

I balanced the CG conventionally in the shop; that is, by inverting the low wing airplane before balancing. Tank was empty, and everything else was in place as for flight.

As I...
Forum: ARF or RTF
03-16-2004, 01:30 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 383
Posted By sdc

Installing Gear Farings on H9 P-51 with Century Jet Retracts?

Does anyone have suggestions and/or pictures of modifications to this ARF with regard to the gear farings/doors? I have installed CJ retracts, which look and operate wonderfully, but I don't have...
Forum: ARF or RTF
03-16-2004, 01:24 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,036
Posted By sdc

RE: CG Tiger 2 Ground Effects?

Guys -- thanks for the advice and info. I checked the CG conventionally in the shop, and by inverting in flight and checking for need of down (up) elevator. The CG seems right (maybe a tad forward...
Forum: ARF or RTF
03-09-2004, 05:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,036
Posted By sdc

RE: CG Tiger 2 Ground Effects?

Thanks for the suggestions. I will double-check the CG and get back to you. I did add two ounces of weight under the engine mount and a GP metal spinner. Perhaps this was too much in sum. As a...
Forum: ARF or RTF
03-09-2004, 01:20 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,036
Posted By sdc

CG Tiger 2 Ground Effects?

So as I'm learning to fly a Tiger 2 for my second plane, I have to wonder why the last 50 feet of each landing seems to be more like falling like a brick than a smooth transition to rolling along the...
Forum: ARF or RTF
01-23-2004, 01:49 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,160
Posted By sdc

RE: Hangar 9 T-34 (foto and Video)

almontema, your posts are most helpful! Thank you for the wonderful thread and useful advice. Your pictures and explanations are outstanding. I will complete a better model using your help.

...
Forum: ARF or RTF
01-22-2004, 11:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 500
Posted By sdc

RE: Air Retratcs on H9 T-38?

Whoops -- The H9 T-34. Must be working too much.

Thanks.
Forum: ARF or RTF
01-22-2004, 01:20 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 500
Posted By sdc

Air Retratcs on H9 T-34?

Any experience using pneumatic system (Robart, Century Jet) as a replacement for the stock mechanicals in this ARF?

Steve
Forum: ARF or RTF
01-22-2004, 01:16 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,728
Posted By sdc

RE: <span class=

The hinges are in place but not glued. I did get the control valve for the Century Jets. Awesome set up (just bench tested so far....). Can't wait to get this ARF in the air.

Steve
Forum: ARF or RTF
01-21-2004, 11:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,728
Posted By sdc

RE: <span class=

The covering is nicely applied Ultra-Cote. Although I have not done it myself, the yellow covering on the tail feathers and rear of the fuselage looks easily removable and replaceable. Many folks...
Forum: ARF or RTF
01-15-2004, 12:16 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,728
Posted By sdc

RE: Hangar 9 P-51 60 Size Retracts

Hellcat --

looks nice. I've just begun assembling mine. Will put the same Saito in it; Century Jet retracts. Any extra assembly tips you might add besides firewall strengthening and the more...
Forum: Beginners
12-30-2003, 01:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 822
Posted By sdc

lateral balancing

What's the best way to add weight to a light wing to achieve lateral balance? I have a GP .40 Cub with an OS FS 70 Four Stroke mounted sideways (90 degree rotation from upright) that is heavy to the...
Forum: RC Scale Aircraft
12-19-2003, 12:34 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,552
Posted By sdc

RE: H9 P-51 .60 with FLAPS!!

DP --

thanks for the advice offer. I'll take you up on this as I move into putting the aircraft together.

S
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
12-18-2003, 04:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 915
Posted By sdc

RE: Progressing from trainer to warbirds

ceyl --

did you do the tail dragger conversion right away, or use the trike gear for a while? What engine did you use?

S
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