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Forum: The Clubhouse
12-28-2015, 07:09 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 11,047
Posted By psgugrad

Your assertion that it unconstitutional for a law...

Your assertion that it unconstitutional for a law enforcement officer to ask for your ID unless you're breaking the law is 100% false. Police officers have full legal authority to request your ID...
Forum: The Clubhouse
12-28-2015, 06:52 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 11,047
Posted By psgugrad

Excellent point...plus you avoid being lumped in...

Excellent point...plus you avoid being lumped in with the demographic of people who like to go around getting into pissing matches with law enforcement.
Forum: Glow Engines
10-04-2015, 09:57 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,223
Posted By psgugrad

You hit the nail on the head...absurd for them to...

You hit the nail on the head...absurd for them to be charging that kind of $$$ for an engine with a nickel liner. From what I understand, a big part of the reason why they are overpriced is due to...
Forum: Glow Engines
10-04-2015, 09:47 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,223
Posted By psgugrad

Definitely a buy. I have one that I would sell...

Definitely a buy. I have one that I would sell you cheap, not because it's a dud (far from it) but because our new field's a tad rough and not good for a small airplane. However, the motor's so...
Forum: Glow Engines
09-09-2015, 05:51 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 18,139
Posted By psgugrad

I'm afraid you've lost me here...I'm not familiar...

I'm afraid you've lost me here...I'm not familiar with any of what you're referring to. I don't understand how a formula can measure thrust. (not saying it can't...I just don's see how) Measuring...
Forum: Glow Engines
09-03-2015, 12:05 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 18,139
Posted By psgugrad

Funny that you mentioned ASP (Sanye I believe...

Funny that you mentioned ASP (Sanye I believe they are called outside the USA) A couple of years ago, I bought one and was impressed so I bought a few more. I have a .28 a .36 a .46 a .61 and a...
Forum: Glow Engines
09-03-2015, 11:59 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 18,139
Posted By psgugrad

I don't know what kind of planes you fly, but if...

I don't know what kind of planes you fly, but if you notice a 300 rpm difference, you're a better pilot that me. (don't get a big head...that isn't saying much. HA!)
Forum: Glow Engines
09-03-2015, 11:56 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 18,139
Posted By psgugrad

I'm a little confused. Are you talking about HP...

I'm a little confused. Are you talking about HP or thrust? I could see where an engine going from 12000 rpm to 13000 rpm would be putting out more than 8% more HP due to air resistance on the...
Forum: Glow Engines
08-30-2015, 07:33 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 18,139
Posted By psgugrad

I'll chose not to, and thanks for your kindly...

I'll chose not to, and thanks for your kindly allowing me to do so. Here's a simple thought process I'll take you through to demonstrate why:

Imagine, all other factors being equal (which they...
Forum: Glow Engines
08-30-2015, 09:14 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 18,139
Posted By psgugrad

Points well taken on the nitro availability...

Points well taken on the nitro availability Europe, and other parts of the world. I've heard from numerous European flyers on this website who have asserted that practically no one in Europe uses...
Forum: Glow Engines
08-26-2015, 05:08 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 18,139
Posted By psgugrad

I've heard from several people on this site from...

I've heard from several people on this site from Europe asserting that modelers in Europe hardly ever use nitro and that it is extremely difficult to find and quite expensive. If you can get your...
Forum: Glow Engines
08-26-2015, 04:30 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 18,139
Posted By psgugrad

I don't use any anti-foaming agents...and thus...

I don't use any anti-foaming agents...and thus far have had no issues with lean runs. As far as the mix is concerned, I use the following highly scientific method: 15.5 oz castor oil in a gallon jug...
Forum: Glow Engines
08-25-2015, 10:19 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 18,139
Posted By psgugrad

http://www.bulkapothecary.com/raw-ingredients/bulk...

http://www.bulkapothecary.com/raw-ingredients/bulk-natural-oils/castor-oil/

16.67/Gallon plus $10 shipping from OH to IL. If you're in TX you'll likely pay a tad more for shipping, but it's still...
Forum: Glow Engines
08-24-2015, 04:19 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 18,139
Posted By psgugrad

Couldn't be simpler: 88% Methanol and 12% real...

Couldn't be simpler: 88% Methanol and 12% real castor oil. I don't add any nitro, just a hotter plug, My favorite is the McCoy #59 (hot). Remember that nitro is virtually impossible to get in (most)...
Forum: Glow Engines
08-23-2015, 05:47 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 18,139
Posted By psgugrad

Why I'm going back to glow

About 4 years ago, I got hot for a gasser and bought a DLE 20 for my Four Star 120. It was for the usual reasons like being cheaper to run, less slop on the plane and you can put the fuel tank on...
Forum: The Clubhouse
08-07-2015, 05:46 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,141
Posted By psgugrad

I've never ordered anything big from them, just...

I've never ordered anything big from them, just stuff like battery packs, covering material (which I haven't tried yet) and some cheap glow engines. Everything arrived prompltly and worked fine, the...
Forum: Gas Engines
08-06-2015, 05:56 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,786
Posted By psgugrad

Gas Engine Fuel Line

What's the best gas engine fuel line you have used? I want one that stays flexible over the LONG term. I have a Sig 4*40 and I'm considering that new OS GGT10 as a drop-in. If I switch, I know that...
08-02-2015, 06:12 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,923
Posted By psgugrad

I have a cheap ASP .46 that runs great on FAI...

I have a cheap ASP .46 that runs great on FAI fuel I brew myself. If you dig around a bit you can find castor online for under $30/gallon delivered and if you're using 100% castor oil you can mix...
Forum: Gas Engines
06-06-2015, 07:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,106
Posted By psgugrad

JoeyCoates and KiwiInOz: are either of you able...

JoeyCoates and KiwiInOz: are either of you able to ascertain whether or not the cylinder is cast iron? I did some poking around and it turns out that the cylinder for the 15ggt is the same...
12-23-2014, 02:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 23,050
Posted By psgugrad

bought one this morning from hobby king labeled...

bought one this morning from hobby king labeled "genuine"...(genuine fake ???) This is my first order from Hobby King so I guess we'll see how it goes
12-23-2014, 09:04 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 23,050
Posted By psgugrad

I just did some more poking around and it appears...

I just did some more poking around and it appears as though I have a FAKE charger. Not sure why it performs well on other types but since LiPos can burn your house down I guess it's time for a...
12-22-2014, 11:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 23,050
Posted By psgugrad

it reads: BATTERY CHECK . . . OVER VOLTAGE

it reads:

BATTERY CHECK . . .
OVER VOLTAGE
12-19-2014, 02:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 23,050
Posted By psgugrad

Just a typical laptop power supply, 12v...

Just a typical laptop power supply, 12v 2amps...within the specs outlined in the manual. Would that make a difference? Correct me if I'm wrong, but I believe the "over voltage" message refers to...
12-15-2014, 12:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 23,050
Posted By psgugrad

IMAX B6 charger "over voltage" message when charging LiPo. Help?

I've been in RC for a long time now, and have had experience with (and no issues with) NiCd, NiMh, sealed lead, and in the last year LiFeP04 batteries. This year my dad gave me a Hubsan X4 micro...
Forum: Gas Engines
08-01-2014, 07:51 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,123
Posted By psgugrad

If you look at the parts listing it uses the same...

If you look at the parts listing it uses the same nickel plated laner as the 91 fx. Will a nickel plated liner hold up at a 50:1 mix? For $400 I think it should be chrome plated. Or better yet...
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