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Forum: ARF or RTF
06-25-2019, 02:38 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 27,232
Posted By Wile E

Flight issues

Hi Phil,
The Lysander likes to take off and land tail down in a 3 point attitude. Don't let the tail come up much on takeoff, and be sure to get it down on landings. (yup, had that noseover problem...
Forum: ARF or RTF
03-25-2019, 12:37 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 27,232
Posted By Wile E

Those darn wheel pants

Let the wheel pants inner side warm up in the sun a bit, or lightly warm both sides with a hair dryer. Slide the pant on with a smooth, forceful motion. With any luck, only the inside edge (the side...
Forum: Gas Engines
10-15-2018, 01:43 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 10,286
Posted By Wile E

Yes to plugging the muffler outlets, no to...

Yes to plugging the muffler outlets, no to plugging the vent line. Even with an empty tank there are still fuel vapors that can expand a LOT. I had an empty tank split at the seams while the vent...
Forum: ARF or RTF
07-12-2018, 01:58 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 16,471
Posted By Wile E

Hmmm, mount the engine upright and extend the...

Hmmm, mount the engine upright and extend the landing gear forward and the Rascal would REALLY look like an Old-Timer.
...
Forum: ARF or RTF
07-05-2018, 10:25 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 27,232
Posted By Wile E

I have a XOAR 3-blade 20 x 10 to try, after I get...

I have a XOAR 3-blade 20 x 10 to try, after I get used to landing this thing. First flight had the ignition battery disconnect and had to rebuild the landing gear mount. Some more landing practice...
Forum: ARF or RTF
07-04-2018, 04:03 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 27,232
Posted By Wile E

[QUOTE=Todd D;12444900]Does anyone know if...

[QUOTE=Todd D;12444900]Does anyone know if someone makes a 3 blade spinner for the Lysander? I can't seem to locate one on Tower but could swear I saw one on there at one time.[/

I have the...
Forum: ARF or RTF
07-03-2018, 09:05 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 16,471
Posted By Wile E

Thread revival: Rascal 110 firewall dimensions

Hi Rascal fliers. I have a 50cc gas 4 stroke that has equivalent power to a 38cc gas 2 stroke, just swings a high pitch prop very quietly. Can anyone give me the dimensions of the Rascal 110...
Forum: Kit Building
01-20-2018, 04:26 PM
Replies: 2,542
Views: 443,432
Posted By Wile E

Nose weight for Morane A1

For anyone who has built the 1/3 scale Morane Saulnier A1, what total nose weight of engine and ballast was required to balance? I have a 6 lb Zenoah G-62 to use and wondered how much more lead will...
Forum: Kit Building
12-30-2017, 09:51 PM
Replies: 2,542
Views: 443,432
Posted By Wile E

New Brotherhood Member

Hey gang! I finally broke down and used the Christmas Sale code to purchase the 1/3 scale Morane Saulnier A1. Would like a number, please. I have a well broken-in G-62 that dragged around a 30lb, 10...
Forum: ARF or RTF
09-07-2017, 04:21 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 27,232
Posted By Wile E

The correct Woodruff key for the DLE 61 is...

The correct Woodruff key for the DLE 61 is available from McMaster-Carr. Item number: 98490A180, Metric Steel Woodruff Key for 16mm Keyway Diameter, 3mm Wide, Pack of 25.
Cost is $8.03 for a pack of...
Forum: ARF or RTF
09-04-2017, 10:55 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 27,232
Posted By Wile E

Been having a lot of trouble getting the DLE 61...

Been having a lot of trouble getting the DLE 61 to run right. Lately it just snorts and backfires. I have a timing kit coming, but on just a visual check, the timing seemed rather retarded. Upon...
Forum: ARF or RTF
08-24-2017, 05:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,922
Posted By Wile E

Hi Crossle32F, Looks like I forgot to post...

Hi Crossle32F,

Looks like I forgot to post more info. Those Maxford wheels are just luggage tires with plywood spacers. I replaced them first thing. Good job on keeping the weight down to 11...
Forum: ARF or RTF
07-17-2017, 04:44 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 27,232
Posted By Wile E

Custom silenced Bisson muffler for DLE 61...

Custom silenced Bisson muffler for DLE 61 installed. Exhaust stacks only require a small cut out in the lower cowling. Removable horizontal tail surfaces are complete. Needs final wing control...
Forum: ARF or RTF
06-30-2017, 09:57 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 27,232
Posted By Wile E

Here's a couple of photos of my Blackburn pilot...

Here's a couple of photos of my Blackburn pilot in his office.
Forum: ARF or RTF
06-29-2017, 10:11 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 27,232
Posted By Wile E

I got my 1/4 scale old-timer pilot from Premier...

I got my 1/4 scale old-timer pilot from Premier Pilots.net, an open cockpit 1912 Blackburn wouldn't look right without someone hanging out of it: 1/4 Vintage Pilots...
Forum: ARF or RTF
06-27-2017, 04:30 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 27,232
Posted By Wile E

YAY! Custom wraparound (Pitts style) quiet...

YAY!

Custom wraparound (Pitts style) quiet muffler is on the way from Bisson!! Getting close to final balance time.
Forum: ARF or RTF
06-26-2017, 06:43 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 27,232
Posted By Wile E

Capt G, Did you use the 1/4 scale pilot from...

Capt G,

Did you use the 1/4 scale pilot from these guys?
RC Pilot Figure, WWII British RAF Pilot, 15 Inches Tall...
Forum: ARF or RTF
06-24-2017, 09:20 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 27,232
Posted By Wile E

Hope you saved some weight, too. That vinyl guy...

Hope you saved some weight, too. That vinyl guy and his seat are HEAVY!

Got the CalGrafix markings applied, finishing up little details. Awaiting the custom muffler for final ignition component...
Forum: ARF or RTF
06-02-2017, 03:04 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 27,232
Posted By Wile E

Power decision made: DLE 61. Ordered through my...

Power decision made: DLE 61. Ordered through my local hobby shop on Tuesday, got it today, plus some accessories. This thing is VERY light, less than 4 lbs ready to run. Have test fit it and placed...
Forum: ARF or RTF
05-28-2017, 10:35 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 27,232
Posted By Wile E

Capt G What size 3-blade prop are you using...

Capt G

What size 3-blade prop are you using on your Rotomax 50cc outrunner? 12 S Lipo? Flight times? If I can't get my custom muffler order cancelled, I may go electric. If I CAN, then the DLE 61...
Forum: ARF or RTF
05-28-2017, 03:00 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 27,232
Posted By Wile E

CARP! Just did a full balance check with muffler....

CARP! Just did a full balance check with muffler. My engine is WAY too heavy, needed a 2 pound block of iron on the tail to balance! Guess I should have gone with a short-nosed fighter. Anyway, will...
Forum: ARF or RTF
05-27-2017, 09:24 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 27,232
Posted By Wile E

Capt G congrats!!! What was your final...

Capt G congrats!!! What was your final ready-to-fly weight? Looks like it prefers to take off and land in a 3-point attitude. Very nice! Still waiting for my custom muffler, so taking my time with...
Forum: ARF or RTF
05-25-2017, 10:45 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 27,232
Posted By Wile E

Mine is definitely nose heavy with the G-62...

Mine is definitely nose heavy with the G-62 engine. Useful tail weight mods are stabilizer-mounted elevator servos using the surface-mount servo holders from Hobby Express. I epoxied a 1/8" plywood...
Forum: ARF or RTF
05-18-2017, 06:13 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 27,232
Posted By Wile E

Rick, I have some 1/8" and 1/4" aluminum plate...

Rick,
I have some 1/8" and 1/4" aluminum plate stock if you need a piece. Depending on the shape, I could even rough it out on my budget bandsaw.
Forum: ARF or RTF
05-17-2017, 10:56 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 27,232
Posted By Wile E

Hi Rick, Yes, it would have been nice if the...

Hi Rick,
Yes, it would have been nice if the firewall had been just a bit bigger, although in my case, any wider would have been a problem. Any new firewall should be at least layers of 5-ply...
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