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Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes
07-11-2010, 08:12 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 6,192
Posted By 724SP

RE: Scoundrel too!

Hey Rich,
Beautiful looking model, congrats. I know this post is several years old, but I was hoping you could help me out. I'm just finishing up a model, covered in sild and dope. When I...
Forum: Gas Engines
01-22-2008, 07:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,304
Posted By 724SP

RE: brillelli 46gt exhaust upgrade

Hi Terrel,

I know I'm a bit late chiming in here, but I also wanted to add that Scott makes a beautiful wrap-around Pitts style muffler. I added a pic of my 46cc Brillelli in a GP Giant...
Forum: Gas Engines
07-27-2007, 11:29 AM
Replies: 1,496
Views: 161,578
Posted By 724SP

RE: Brillelli 46cc

Hi Scott,

Yes...this is definitely one of the older ones, and it is real sweet. I have been running it with Zinger props, and the bolt fits these perfectly. Lately, I purchased a couple of...
Forum: Gas Engines
07-26-2007, 10:45 PM
Replies: 1,496
Views: 161,578
Posted By 724SP

RE: Brillelli 46cc

I also mounted my Brillelli 46cc using the DuBro Mounts. Here are a couple photos of the mounts and my chief aircraft mechanic helping me select a prop. Thumbs up to Scott for a fantastic engine...
Forum: Gas Engines
07-26-2007, 10:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 960
Posted By 724SP

RE: Starting Options for Magneto Gas Engines

Thanks for the reply, Silversurfer! I will give your choking recommendation a try, along with putting the larger cone on my starter. That should do the trick. Appreciate the help!
Forum: Gas Engines
07-26-2007, 10:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 960
Posted By 724SP

RE: Starting Options for Magneto Gas Engines

Bingo. Just what I was looking for! Thanks for the help!
Forum: Gas Engines
07-26-2007, 06:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 960
Posted By 724SP

Starting Options for Magneto Gas Engines

This is probably a dumb question...

I have a 46cc gas engine with a magneto. Hand starting it has not been a lot of fun (although it runs real sweet when started). I have a high-torque...
Forum: Gas Engines
08-18-2006, 06:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,087
Posted By 724SP

Gasser Throttle Linkage

I am preparing to install my throttle linkage to my gas engine. I have read over many threads stating that you should avoid metal to metal contact and also avoid using a metal pushrod. Because of...
Forum: Crash & Rebuild
06-25-2006, 02:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,024
Posted By 724SP

RE: Cap 232 hard landing/video

I've seen Matt fly a lot...never seen him make a landing approach like that (ie- stalling it in from 10' off the deck)!!! Ouch. Sorry for the loss. Looked like a nice CAP...
Forum: Airplanes - Full Scale
12-09-2005, 06:47 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,891
Posted By 724SP

RE: Reno Air Races??

I have to agree with Lownverted's comments. I have been going to Reno every year for the past 28 years. There have always been great rivalries at Reno, but my favorite was the Strega / Rare Bear/...
Forum: Airplanes - Full Scale
12-09-2005, 06:13 PM
Replies: 343
Views: 57,808
Posted By 724SP

RE: INCREDIBLE PLANE ! LOOK !

At least the rudder stays on Boeing aircraft as they pass through wake turbulence...
Forum: Sport Flying
11-07-2005, 12:42 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 37,521
Posted By 724SP

RE: Sig Wonder

The hand launches are a piece of cake. I take about 3 running steps and gently launch, slightly nose up. It will accelerate and climb pretty fast. Landing is best if you have a nice grass field. ...
Forum: Airplanes - Full Scale
10-25-2005, 03:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,289
Posted By 724SP

RE: Pitts S-2C over sin city

Great video, Ronnie. I just had the pleasure of completing a "recovery from unusual attitudes" course and we were flying the Pitts S-2C as well. One of the most fun to fly airplanes of all times. ...
Forum: Sport Flying
10-24-2005, 06:02 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 37,521
Posted By 724SP

Sig Wonder

Just finished building a Sig Wonder. I actually built this kit to test out some alternative covering materials to Monokote. I used Sig Koverall on the wing, Skyloft on the tailfeathers and Silkspan...
Forum: Airplanes - Full Scale
10-24-2005, 05:50 PM
Replies: 594
Views: 151,137
Posted By 724SP

RE: Full scale flyers....roll call.

Great thread! I am currently flying a 1946 C-140. Lot's of fun. Also have had the good fortune of having a friend with a beautiful Christen Eagle :D. I fly as much as I can, between work and the...
Forum: Questions and Answers
09-16-2005, 03:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 801
Posted By 724SP

RE: Dope Question!

Thanks for all of the input. I am covering with Sig Koverall and using Stix-It for bonding the Koverall to the airframe. It has really worked out great. I'm filling the weave with Nitrate Dope and...
Forum: Questions and Answers
09-14-2005, 05:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 801
Posted By 724SP

Dope Question!

I have a quick question regarding Dope. What is the difference between Butyrate Dope and Nitrate Dope? Where would one be used over the other? Thanks for the help!
Forum: Sport Flying
09-08-2005, 11:05 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,021
Posted By 724SP

RE: GP Super Sportster Recommendations ?

I have a OS .46AX in my SS with a Macs Pipe. Great power, very reliable. I like the setup. The SS does great sports aerobatics, slows down nicely and isn't too heavy with this set-up. Day in and...
Forum: Aerodynamics
07-14-2005, 06:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,448
Posted By 724SP

RE: Ailerons, How they work

Here's my take on why an airplane turns (this is better than working...:D). I must admit that this theory comes from flying full sized aircraft, and as some of you have mentioned, there is a whole...
Forum: Questions and Answers
07-14-2005, 01:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 633
Posted By 724SP

RE: Receiver Battery Life

Great. Thanks for the advice. Definately looks like the best approach. I'm going to go ahead and buy one of these meters. I think it's also a great idea for monitoring the status of some of my...
Forum: Questions and Answers
07-13-2005, 06:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,453
Posted By 724SP

RE: Stit's covering

One other Poly Fiber type covering is Sig Koverall. It is a bit lighter than Stits (1.25 oz vs. 1.7) but still very durable. I used Sig Stix-It and an iron to glue it down (it is heat activated),...
Forum: Questions and Answers
07-13-2005, 03:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 633
Posted By 724SP

Receiver Battery Life

I have a general question regarding my receiver battery:

How many 10 to 15 minute flights could I get in a day out of my (fully charged) receiver battery with the following set-up (I know this...
Forum: Crash & Rebuild
07-11-2005, 05:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,765
Posted By 724SP

RE: Condolences for a Full Scale Crash

Exactly my feelings on this subject. I have been watching Jimmy Franklin perform for many years and always loved his innovation. He used to do an act called "Dueling Wacos" which was just fantastic...
Forum: Giant Scale Aircraft - 3D & Aerobatic
04-26-2005, 10:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 596
Posted By 724SP

RE: Giant Aeromaster Wing Problem

Thanks for the feedback, Chris! I think you're right. I'm gonna leave it alone and finish it up. I'll throw a post up after the maiden flight!

Pete
Forum: Giant Scale Aircraft - 3D & Aerobatic
04-26-2005, 05:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 596
Posted By 724SP

Giant Aeromaster Wing Problem

I'm just finishing up the bottom wing for a Great Planes Giant Aeromaster. Both wing panels looked great so I decided to glue them together. Of course, just as I was finishing this critical step,...
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