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Forum: Batteries & Chargers
12-30-2014, 01:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,364
Posted By winglift

What do I need to change to LiPo, LiFe, or LiIon

I have used NiCds most of the time and put NiMHs in a couple other of my RC airplanes, but they would not hold a charge and unlike my NiCds would not last a season or two. I have used the same...
Forum: Batteries & Chargers
12-30-2014, 10:09 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 715
Posted By winglift

In the "battery memory" mode I am using 4.8 total...

In the "battery memory" mode I am using 4.8 total pack volts, 2000 mAh capacity, .2A charge current, .4A discharge current, and 4.4 v for discharge cutoff voltage. By-the-way, the Triton 2 does not...
Forum: Batteries & Chargers
12-30-2014, 09:10 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 715
Posted By winglift

Hydrimax NiMH 2000 mah batteries and Triton settings

I thought that changing from NiCds (600 Mah) to NiMH (2000 Mah) would improve duration, but have had the opposite experience. My NiCds have lasted for years, but have had to change NiMH packs twice...
Forum: Electric Pattern Aircraft
05-09-2013, 08:15 AM
Replies: 2,031
Views: 682,355
Posted By winglift

RE: Contra Rotating Propeller Drive for f3a 2m Pattern Planes

I am not suggesting a perpetual motion machine, but rather . I understand what you are saying however it may be possible to reclaim some of the energy, as opposed to a net gain, especially when...
Forum: Electric Pattern Aircraft
05-09-2013, 07:14 AM
Replies: 2,031
Views: 682,355
Posted By winglift

RE: Contra Rotating Propeller Drive for f3a 2m Pattern Planes

Brenner,
Congratulations on your innovative contra rotating props. I am very interested in this, but only a novice in pattern. Although I am more interested in gas/nitro power I might have a...
Forum: Kit Building
05-05-2013, 10:11 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,321
Posted By winglift

RE: Stripe rudder leading edge.

I know exactly what you are talking about and have a technique that works pretty well. Run the stripe on each side just as you have done and be precise with the alignment of each side. You can make a...
Forum: The Clubhouse
05-04-2013, 10:49 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 11,341
Posted By winglift

RE: Ripped Off By A Fellow Hobbyist.

I am sorry that this has happened to you. I do think that you have a strong case against them and as long as you have documented everything, I would file a small claim against them. They would have...
Forum: Tips & Techniques
04-21-2013, 12:57 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 27,107
Posted By winglift

RE: How to slow down plane while landing?

Bozarth. You might want to read the post before making comments on it as it was just the opposite of what you suggested.
Forum: Tips & Techniques
04-21-2013, 09:41 AM
Replies: 117
Views: 27,107
Posted By winglift

RE: How to slow down plane while landing?

There have been several good suggestions and information and you will need to glean from that what you think is applicable to your experience and skills. I am a CFII and used to fly full scale...
Forum: Glow Engines
04-14-2013, 12:21 PM
Replies: 1,542
Views: 206,313
Posted By winglift

RE: Testing the new NV (Norvel) .40 size (6.5cc) gasoline glow engine

What kind of fuel container/pump setup do you use? I would would rather use the regular plastic gallon container as you are able to visually see the fuel level. Any suggestions on the brand/type of...
Forum: Glow Engines
04-03-2013, 06:34 PM
Replies: 1,542
Views: 206,313
Posted By winglift

RE: Testing the new NV (Norvel) .40 size (6.5cc) gasoline glow engine

I received my engine today! Looking forward to it. Not sure what I am going to put it in yet, for evaluation.
Forum: Glow Engines
04-02-2013, 07:28 AM
Replies: 1,542
Views: 206,313
Posted By winglift

RE: Testing the new NV (Norvel) .40 size (6.5cc) gasoline glow engine

Sport_Pilot, Thanks for your answer and I apologize for not responding sooner, but I just wanted to point out that friction leads to heat which again leads to wear. The question that I had was not...
Forum: Glow Engines
04-01-2013, 02:41 PM
Replies: 1,542
Views: 206,313
Posted By winglift

RE: Testing the new NV (Norvel) .40 size (6.5cc) gasoline glow engine

Bill,
I just wanted to let you know that it was mostly because of your honest and open appraisal of this engine that I decided to buy it last week. They still consider this experimental until it is...
Forum: Glow Engines
03-31-2013, 12:04 PM
Replies: 1,542
Views: 206,313
Posted By winglift

RE: Testing the new NV (Norvel) .40 size (6.5cc) gasoline glow engine

Andy,
I am one of those who want the engine, just to see and I am curious how it will perform. I am wondering though if anyone has looked at the cylinder head temperatures? I am not an expert by...
Forum: Beginners
03-30-2013, 09:12 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,042
Posted By winglift

RE: 2nd airplane choice after trainer?

Alena,
If you feel like you are ready to advance then go for it, however I would recommend that you keep the trainer that you have and perhaps use the receiver and battery, but keep the engine and...
Forum: Glow Engines
03-29-2013, 10:52 AM
Replies: 1,542
Views: 206,313
Posted By winglift

RE: Testing the new NV (Norvel) .40 size (6.5cc) gasoline glow engine

I've been following this thread and decided to order the engine. They emailed me and said that it has been shipped and I am looking forward to it. I have an idea about the engineering on this, but...
Forum: RC Jets
03-29-2013, 09:29 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 13,251
Posted By winglift

RE: No More Blue Angels ?

I love watching the Blue Angels, Thunderbirds, and other military demonstration teams. I grew up admiring those, but I also admired the other performers such as Art Scholl who could fly the Chipmunk...
Forum: Gas Engines
03-25-2013, 08:56 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 13,113
Posted By winglift

RE: DLE - 55 Clockwise Rotating Engine

I am impressed with the knowledge that you engine experts have and have learned a lot reading this link. I have been wondering about this issue for some time, as I would like to build a twin. I am...
Forum: Questions and Answers
03-24-2013, 12:02 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,792
Posted By winglift

RE: Drill or Not to Drill?

I used to use the drill, however I discovered that often the hole is off centered. That's because of the flukes in the drill will often grab the material unevenly especially if you are using a hand...
Forum: Control Lines
03-23-2013, 01:30 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 26,779
Posted By winglift

RE: Your first CL Plane? just for fun

Mine was the Ringmaster.
Forum: Beginners
03-20-2013, 08:11 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,582
Posted By winglift

RE: Beginner plane recommendations

All of the suggestions are good. I would suggest however that you consider getting a RC simulator, especially in your situation. It will give you a chance to learn some basics especially the...
Forum: Glow Engines
03-15-2013, 05:19 AM
Replies: 2,977
Views: 482,834
Posted By winglift

RE: Club Enya

Ed, The twin needs to be a V twin to fit. Thanks anyway.
Forum: Beginners
03-14-2013, 03:44 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 7,241
Posted By winglift

RE: Minnflyer

Minnflyer helped me with many questions and gave me great advice. I have already expressed my condolences in a different thread, however I will add mine here as well. There are two types of people in...
Forum: Batteries & Chargers
03-14-2013, 07:28 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 8,063
Posted By winglift

RE: Are nicads history?

Another good source for batteries. Is All-battery.com.

Just an idea: I know that there is a company that makes generators for small (40 size) and up, I think they are called Genesys. I wonder if...
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