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Forum: Electric Pattern Aircraft
Yesterday, 01:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 776
Posted By big_G

I like the redundancy of 2 esc's and the very...

I like the redundancy of 2 esc's and the very simple drive. No belts or gears. How is the weight?
Forum: Classic RC Pattern Flying
11-14-2022, 08:47 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,172
Posted By big_G

PM Scott Anderson. He's the administer there.

PM Scott Anderson. He's the administer there.
Forum: Classic RC Pattern Flying
11-09-2022, 06:34 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,498
Posted By big_G

I think that the rule was put there to help keep...

I think that the rule was put there to help keep the cost down for new folks to the hobby. You will find that at most contests they are waiving the restrictions.


Gary
Forum: Classic RC Pattern Flying
11-08-2022, 08:10 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 764
Posted By big_G

Minor rudder shaping, wingspan length, landing...

Minor rudder shaping, wingspan length, landing gear location, adding flaps, etc. We all must realize that when these planes were new, competitors modded them on a regular basis. There were no rules...
Forum: Classic RC Pattern Flying
11-08-2022, 07:36 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 764
Posted By big_G

"Don't ask, don't tell"...lol. I was amazed at...

"Don't ask, don't tell"...lol. I was amazed at the number of mods I have seen at the SPA contests. Now how of those mods actually help?...that's another discussion altogether.
Forum: Classic RC Pattern Flying
10-11-2022, 10:52 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 712
Posted By big_G

Illusion

Is anyone currently kitting the Illusion?
Forum: Pattern Universe - RC Pattern Flying
09-13-2022, 06:01 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 35,155
Posted By big_G

On the Adverun style (belt and gear), the rpm can...

On the Adverun style (belt and gear), the rpm can be measured by removing one prop and any optical rpm meter will work. On Brenner V4 (planetary drive), you will need an rpm module on the motor and...
Forum: Electric Pattern Aircraft
08-29-2022, 05:32 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 11,908
Posted By big_G

I'll check tonight and post up the travels. Why...

I'll check tonight and post up the travels. Why differential?. You shouldn't need any.


Gary
Forum: Electric Pattern Aircraft
08-25-2022, 07:34 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 11,908
Posted By big_G

Indeed, North Texas and points east have gotten a...

Indeed, North Texas and points east have gotten a huge amount of rain this week. Be thankful. We in Austin have slightly cooler temps. also. As far as the incidence, my wings are at .7 positive and...
Forum: Electric Pattern Aircraft
07-29-2022, 01:12 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 11,908
Posted By big_G

Nice. You did a great job, Cam. Good luck with...

Nice. You did a great job, Cam. Good luck with the maiden. (I couldn't wait..I'd fly it now...lol).
Forum: Electric Pattern Aircraft
07-19-2022, 10:05 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 11,908
Posted By big_G

I would not make new wings, unless you want to....

I would not make new wings, unless you want to. Weigh the canopy. Mine with pilot is about 235- 240 grams. very heavy. If you need to lose weight, use a stock canopy. Also, for Sportsman and...
Forum: Electric Pattern Aircraft
07-19-2022, 08:32 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 11,908
Posted By big_G

Don't you ever sleep?...That weight is...

Don't you ever sleep?...That weight is close....with 1100 gr. batteries your over by a little. Where is all the weight?
You still need to clear-coat?

Gary
Forum: Electric Pattern Aircraft
07-16-2022, 08:01 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 11,908
Posted By big_G

Pilot size D or E?

Pilot size D or E?
Forum: Electric Pattern Aircraft
07-16-2022, 07:32 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 11,908
Posted By big_G

Cam, where did you get the pilot? Mine is quite...

Cam, where did you get the pilot? Mine is quite heavy...about 40 grams.
What are your plans for propulsion ?
Forum: RC Pattern Flying
07-16-2022, 07:07 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,102
Posted By big_G

Nice pics. Is Antonin Christophe's son? Looks...

Nice pics. Is Antonin Christophe's son? Looks like 3 father/son teams.
Forum: RC Pattern Flying
07-14-2022, 08:31 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,102
Posted By big_G

Don't see too many contra drives. Are they not...

Don't see too many contra drives. Are they not popular there?
Forum: Electric Pattern Aircraft
05-28-2022, 06:55 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 11,908
Posted By big_G

I think you are right. The balsa sheeting is...

I think you are right. The balsa sheeting is denser, look at the dark color of the grain and the closeness of same. When I look for light balsa, I look for wide grain spacing and very light color. I...
Forum: Electric Pattern Aircraft
05-19-2022, 05:30 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 11,908
Posted By big_G

If you ever feel the need to thin the heard, I'll...

If you ever feel the need to thin the heard, I'll take the bipe. I miss my BiSide. :)
Forum: Electric Pattern Aircraft
05-18-2022, 06:05 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 11,908
Posted By big_G

Nice work, Cam...Missed you at Lake Charles. You...

Nice work, Cam...Missed you at Lake Charles. You gonna make it to Jetero in a few weeks?
Forum: Electric Pattern Aircraft
05-02-2022, 01:47 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 11,908
Posted By big_G

Welcome to the Alchemy/Allure club!

Welcome to the Alchemy/Allure club!
Forum: RC Pattern Flying
02-15-2022, 07:22 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 16,883
Posted By big_G

Nailed it. They go to a contest with a few (if...

Nailed it. They go to a contest with a few (if any) practice flights. Then they are discouraged if they don't come home with a trophy. They then go on to tell their friends Pattern is too expensive,...
Forum: RC Pattern Flying
02-09-2022, 10:16 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 16,883
Posted By big_G

If you have a 35-40cc IMAC plane, then you have...

If you have a 35-40cc IMAC plane, then you have an ideal plane for AMA Sportsman! You can pick up a gently used 2 meter plane ready to fly for about $1,500.
Forum: RC Pattern Flying
02-09-2022, 07:21 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 16,883
Posted By big_G

Let's hear from current Sportsman and new...

Let's hear from current Sportsman and new Intermediate pilots only:...What do you think the biggest hinderance to attracting new pilots is?
Forum: RC Pattern Flying
02-02-2022, 10:38 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 16,883
Posted By big_G

Ha, when I was flying Intermediate a friend of...

Ha, when I was flying Intermediate a friend of mine shows up with his Contra Allure. I thought "Oh Hell". I did quite well with my Caelus against him, but that combo in Intermediate was intimidating...
Forum: RC Pattern Flying
02-01-2022, 09:30 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 16,883
Posted By big_G

New F3A competitors come from the lower classes....

New F3A competitors come from the lower classes. Sportsman thru Masters in the USA. Other countries already have their lower classes. Reduction in plane size in F3A isn't going to happen. You would...
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