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Forum: RC Jets
12-03-2023, 03:32 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,398
Posted By S_Ellzey

Yep, the main reason FRSKY and Jeti aren’t on my...

Yep, the main reason FRSKY and Jeti aren’t on my lists of possibilities. My large hands and the way I hold the transmitter makes it pretty much impossible for me to use them. Tried holding both, just...
Forum: RC Jets
12-03-2023, 06:19 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,398
Posted By S_Ellzey

I have used Spektrum in our turbine models since...

I have used Spektrum in our turbine models since it was available, and never had a problem. We have eight turbine models currently, all Spektrum. My 20+ year old BVM F-100 started life with a JR 72...
Forum: RC Jets
09-27-2023, 12:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,021
Posted By S_Ellzey

The first flight went well, the model lift off...

The first flight went well, the model lift off much like the original, but with a shorter takeoff roll. The model trimmed up nicely and after a few laps was flying straight and level hands off. I...
Forum: RC Jets
09-27-2023, 11:43 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,021
Posted By S_Ellzey

Finally it’s time to paint. I had decided that I...

Finally it’s time to paint. I had decided that I wanted to go with an original F-16 three tone gray air superiority scheme (current F-16s use a two tone scheme).

I have never used Klasscoat paint...
Forum: RC Jets
09-27-2023, 10:59 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,021
Posted By S_Ellzey

At this point the effort becomes the normal wood...

At this point the effort becomes the normal wood finishing technique: lots of block sanding, puttying joints to create fillets and more sanding. Once everything looked smooth a layer of 0.56 oz cloth...
Forum: RC Jets
09-27-2023, 10:23 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,021
Posted By S_Ellzey

And now the real fun starts - planking the...

And now the real fun starts - planking the fuselage!

For some odd reason I decided to start with the hardest part first: the aft upper fuselage that includes the inlet cowl. This was much tricker...
Forum: RC Jets
09-27-2023, 09:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,021
Posted By S_Ellzey

Next the structure was weighted down on to the...

Next the structure was weighted down on to the building table and a steel 1-2-3 block was used to keep the frames and ribs square while CA was applied to the joints. Once all the structure was CA’d...
Forum: RC Jets
09-27-2023, 09:13 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,021
Posted By S_Ellzey

The first part that actually needed to be built...

The first part that actually needed to be built was the inlet duct, it would have to be inserted as the frames where put in place. A plug was 3D printed, sanded smooth, primed, sanded some more,...
Forum: RC Jets
09-27-2023, 08:44 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,021
Posted By S_Ellzey

P20 powered Crusader 3B, old school building, modern fab

I built the original Crusader 3 with the P20 several years ago. Its construction was fairly simple: balsa sheeted foam wings with a generally simple balsa fuselage and tails. It flew very nicely, and...
Forum: RC Jets
09-27-2023, 07:49 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 15,610
Posted By S_Ellzey

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rcuniverse.com-vb...

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rcuniverse.com-vbulletin/1280x720/batt1_fee1d30f2df3a267e1df6eb9d34a16015967289b.jpg...
Forum: RC Jets
09-27-2023, 06:41 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 15,610
Posted By S_Ellzey

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rcuniverse.com-vb...

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rcuniverse.com-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_0215_6fe66c20bd5dc89aa977cab76e248255af13208b.jpeg
There are 2 Spektrum 4000 LiPo for the radio, a Spektrum 5000 Life for the...
Forum: RC Jets
09-26-2023, 04:25 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 15,610
Posted By S_Ellzey

Even with the K102 you will need ballast in the...

Even with the K102 you will need ballast in the nose, our batteries are as far forward as they can go. So if you go with a bigger engine that gets worse.
06-05-2022, 03:58 PM
Replies: 427
Views: 25,798
Posted By S_Ellzey

The Heart Of Texas Miniature Aircraft Club...

The Heart Of Texas Miniature Aircraft Club (HOTMAC) has completed the process and can now operate up to 1500’. We completed the SRM last fall, the LOA was fully signed off a few weeks ago, and I...
Forum: RC Jets
03-25-2022, 06:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 744
Posted By S_Ellzey

Tomahawk Futura 1.9 tire

Trying to find new tires for our Tomahawk Futura 1.9. I am told that the gear was made by Hammer Engines. Anyone know where to find these? I am told that Hammer is not around anymore.
Thanks,...
Forum: RC Jets
01-19-2021, 10:02 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,893
Posted By S_Ellzey

We lost one of our legends - Sam Snyder

Yesterday we lost one of our legends, and my good friend; Sam Snyder. Sam died after a short medical battle (not Covid).

Sam lived an amazing life, achieving many things that you only see in the...
10-12-2020, 05:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,988
Posted By S_Ellzey

Hi Andy, Thanks for the quick response. ...

Hi Andy,

Thanks for the quick response.

That was it. With it not working I could see that I had some steering trim, After taking a few clicks out the system came on.

Playing around I saw...
10-11-2020, 06:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,988
Posted By S_Ellzey

IX20 with Spektrum AR12310T receiver

Hopefully Andy or some else can help with this one

I put an AR12310T receiver with AS3X in a jet model about a year and half ago, originally with a DX18G2. Just a little over a year ago the Rx...
09-28-2020, 07:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,790
Posted By S_Ellzey

Thanks for replying Andy Is it considered safe...

Thanks for replying Andy
Is it considered safe to fly?
interestingly I noticed if you power on the Rx first it doesn’t show the problem.

another question if I might; I cannot find official...
09-22-2020, 07:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,790
Posted By S_Ellzey

ix20 with JR1221 Rx

I am trying to move an airplane with a JR1221 (DSM2) RX to my ix20. Everything binds correctly including the TM1000, and everything works as expected. However when I cycle power the Rx LEDs flash...
Forum: RC Jets
04-23-2019, 02:14 PM
Replies: 177
Views: 16,031
Posted By S_Ellzey

A little history; This comes from my 6 years...

A little history;

This comes from my 6 years as JPO President.

Why is there a waiver in the first place? When a model turbine engine first became commercially available someone on the AMA EC...
Forum: RC Jets
04-23-2019, 04:58 AM
Replies: 177
Views: 16,031
Posted By S_Ellzey

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rcuniverse.com-vb...

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rcuniverse.com-vbulletin/1224x1632/ciii_b329b07c6ebd669ac4aa826de8c4d218ee113d8d.jpg
This is my own scratch design, Crusader III. All wood, been flying for 3 years...
Forum: Aerodynamics
10-30-2017, 10:00 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,954
Posted By S_Ellzey

Let me qualify myself, I am an Aerospace engineer...

Let me qualify myself, I am an Aerospace engineer and a practicing aerodynamicist.

The effect is completely dependent on how the raising of the ailerons changes the flow on the tail. If the...
05-25-2017, 11:56 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,438
Posted By S_Ellzey

You calculated the energy for a 30 lbs Jet at 200...

You calculated the energy for a 30 lbs Jet at 200 mph wrong. It is more like 40,000 ft-lbs (one half times mass times velocity squared)

But it only takes a 5 pound object going 30 mph to get 150...
05-24-2017, 05:55 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 819
Posted By S_Ellzey

a different approach to dealing with the FAA

Thanks to the efforts of Mr. Taylor we have a victory in the fight to keep the government out of our hobby, but the FAA is most likely looking to their next effort to reverse the situation. We need...
Forum: RC Jets
04-01-2016, 10:23 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 28,188
Posted By S_Ellzey

Concerning the picture of what looks like...

Concerning the picture of what looks like fiberglass debris on the screen. Could it have been generated when the fiberglass tank was cut open?

I have made my own version of the CAT tank for about...
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