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Forum: Kit Building
02-12-2021, 07:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 927
Posted By Broken

Sig Kavalier Refresh

So I acquired a Sig Kavalier built from a kit by someone many years ago. The original builder did a great job but the years have not been kind. I have had it for a few weeks and I decided that it...
Forum: Questions and Answers
01-20-2021, 08:56 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,061
Posted By Broken

This is not an AMA Field. I don't have any local...

This is not an AMA Field. I don't have any local fields that are associated with the AMA. All of ours are ran by the local municipalities. I am glad I have nice facilities to utilize but the lack...
Forum: Questions and Answers
01-19-2021, 03:16 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,061
Posted By Broken

Post So I dusted off my planes the other day...

I spent years building and flying everything under the sun but years ago I just got too busy and put everything away. ((Fast forward 15 years....)) I have more time and I got the bug to go out and...
Forum: Crash & Rebuild
01-02-2018, 09:29 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,240
Posted By Broken

Hubris, and a series of unfortunate events.

I've got nerves of steel and have flown everything under the sun big to small, fast to slow, fixed to rotating. So when Christmas break was upon us I thought it would be fun to build a glider with...
Forum: RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros
02-25-2012, 11:35 PM
Replies: 277
Views: 34,757
Posted By Broken

RE: Spektrum vs. Futaba?

To add to the conversation I have crashed one time while flying with a spektrum system. It was due to a low power situation and was completely my fault. I failed to plan for the overall power needs...
Forum: Off Topic Forum - Cars, Trucks, Buggies and more
02-11-2010, 11:45 AM
Replies: 708
Views: 47,415
Posted By Broken

RE: Toyota Recall

Great hypothesis! But you forgot to mention the Umpa Lumpa's.
Forum: Off Topic Forum - Cars, Trucks, Buggies and more
02-11-2010, 11:01 AM
Replies: 708
Views: 47,415
Posted By Broken

RE: Toyota Recall

My Grandfather spent just as much time in Japan helping to rebuild it as he did fighting off Kamikaze at sea. Same with my Great Uncle. He even came home with Japanese Trophy (if you know what I...
Forum: Off Topic Forum - Cars, Trucks, Buggies and more
02-11-2010, 09:56 AM
Replies: 708
Views: 47,415
Posted By Broken

RE: Toyota Recall

I learned to drive in a 1966 ford mustang. Lesson # 2 was if the pedal ever sticks shift out of gear. We have become so used to well running cars we don't teach basic "Auto Survival" any more.
...
Forum: Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD
10-03-2009, 10:18 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 743
Posted By Broken

Cheap and Easy Static Display Props

So here is a really easy way to add that scale look to your model while it is sitting in the pits. What I make is a "sock" for the prop made of cardboard.

See the pictures below for details but...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
09-30-2009, 09:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,868
Posted By Broken

RE: Pictures of finished F6F Hellcat

Yes I do mean F6F I have "Wildcat" on the brain for some reason.....

I used Behr paint from home depot. Navy Blue, White, And a 50/50 mix for the middle color.. I brush it on by hand and use...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
09-30-2009, 03:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,868
Posted By Broken

Pictures of finished F6F Hellcat

I finally got around to finishing my F6F Hellcat It is a CMP 1.20. I hand painted it for a more realistic look.

Radio: Spektrum
Engine: Cermark 26cc

Prop is homemade static display...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
07-14-2009, 10:06 PM
Replies: 1,992
Views: 265,107
Posted By Broken

RE: Lado retracts, do the really exist?

There is nothing about these retracts that is NOT worth waiting for. I am somewhere in the 6 mo range.
Forum: Beginners
02-24-2009, 08:32 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,719
Posted By Broken

RE: retract servo

That servo has to squeeze into a really tight spot. If you have several extra servos you could modify one to turn 180*. But looking at the model I think the smaller profile of a retract servo will...
Forum: Beginners
02-23-2009, 05:13 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,719
Posted By Broken

RE: retract servo

LuftwaffeOberst / MinnFlyer

Both those servos are fine but beware that the higher end servo is for 4.8v only. The cheaper one can use 4-6v. I live by the JR791 when it comes to mechanical...
Forum: Questions and Answers
02-19-2009, 11:57 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,184
Posted By Broken

Cermark Gas Engines (Please Read)

Guys I just wanted to let you all know about my recent experience with Cermark.

I have a SPE 26cc attached to my 1.20 sized hellcat. When a radio lockout led to a fatal crash the engine...
Forum: Beginners
02-05-2009, 04:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 670
Posted By Broken

RE: Cool but Strange Find

I am going to guess that the servo was being forced to move and the small motor in it is generating current.

Apply electricity to a brushed motor and it will turn- Turn a brushed motor and it...
Forum: Beginners
02-02-2009, 11:10 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,677
Posted By Broken

RE: HELP! think I screwed up my kit

From your description it sounds like you have already married the two halves together right. In that case you can compensate with washers behind the engine mount. If you have made a mistake don't...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
02-01-2009, 11:40 AM
Replies: 1,992
Views: 265,107
Posted By Broken

RE: Lado retracts, do the really exist?

I talked to the owner a few days ago on the phone, so I would say YES they do exist. I suggest you give them a call and ask about the stock status and future orders.

I have a set of lado's on...
Forum: Giant Scale Aircraft - 3D & Aerobatic
01-15-2009, 05:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 870
Posted By Broken

RE: Giant F6F Hellcat Help wanted!

oops me too!
Forum: Giant Scale Aircraft - 3D & Aerobatic
01-15-2009, 10:12 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 870
Posted By Broken

RE: Giant F6F Hellcat Help wanted!

Raidentech.com has one although I am not sure of the size you wanted.

Details:
$185.00
F6F Hellcat 120 size - 70" ARF F-6F Radio Remote Control Fiberglass Nitro Gas RC Airplane

For fun...
Forum: Crash & Rebuild
01-13-2009, 05:07 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,503
Posted By Broken

RE: CMP-Hellcat Full Destruction w/pics and RCSB Report

Yes-

The impact hole provided the burial plot and a shredded flap was the headstone! Long live our brave plastic warriors of the sky!
Forum: Crash & Rebuild
01-13-2009, 03:53 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,503
Posted By Broken

RE: CMP-Hellcat Full Destruction w/pics and RCSB Report

I am still going over the electronics inch by inch to attempt to discover the source of the fault. Engine ignition noise is being heavily considered but I won't rule out anything at this point.
...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
01-13-2009, 03:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,677
Posted By Broken

RE: CMP Hellcat Completion Thread (not a slow build thread)

I used Bher latex navy blue,white and 50/50mix. I top coated it with flat clear. I really didn't have any issues. Engine rpm were not taken but the power was more than enough and I flew it around...
Forum: Crash & Rebuild
01-12-2009, 11:51 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,503
Posted By Broken

RE: CMP-Hellcat Full Destruction w/pics and RCSB Report

A second note about the crash- I was using digital servos in all places except for ailerons and throttle as far as I can tell the analog channels were the only channels going crazy. At no time did...
Forum: Crash & Rebuild
01-12-2009, 10:45 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,503
Posted By Broken

CMP-Hellcat Full Destruction w/pics and RCSB Report

A report from the "Radio Controlled Safety Board" Me.... Pictures at the bottom
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