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Forum: Marketplace
02-27-2022, 04:18 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 818
Posted By PacificNWSkyPilot

Hi -- Pretty sure I just saw a Smoothie kit...

Hi --
Pretty sure I just saw a Smoothie kit still in the box for sale on Facebook Marketplace. I don't have any other details right now. Jim
Forum: Marketplace
02-26-2022, 08:38 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 672
Posted By PacificNWSkyPilot

I've looked this Super Cub over in the photos,...

I've looked this Super Cub over in the photos, and I would like to increase my offer and take it for the $395 you are asking for it. kentland8, I've written you but am not receiving any replies.
I'm...
Forum: Marketplace
02-25-2022, 12:07 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 672
Posted By PacificNWSkyPilot

Supercub

Hi. I'm not familiar with the dates for the Perry, GA show, but I'm now living in Fayetteville, NC, so it would be much closer for me if that would work out. I really like your
SuperCub, and I've...
05-15-2021, 08:06 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,666
Posted By PacificNWSkyPilot

Smile NEXA Piper PA-18 Super Cub 106"

Hi Guys - I've been absent for about 5 years now for the most part. I couldn't walk and I sold all my planes, figuring that was that. Here it is, 2021, and I can walk again - but now I have no...
Forum: Gas Engines
08-10-2016, 08:19 AM
Replies: 6,363
Views: 784,282
Posted By PacificNWSkyPilot

After 37 years of flying RC, I got out of the...

After 37 years of flying RC, I got out of the hobby, but I have friends here in RCU (like Steve/Joystick TX!), so I still post now and again. I've sold everything; the last thing to go was my plane...
Forum: Gas Engines
08-10-2016, 06:20 AM
Replies: 6,363
Views: 784,282
Posted By PacificNWSkyPilot

Todd does have other contracts, and that means...

Todd does have other contracts, and that means that he has time to pay attention to one aspect of the engine business at a time. So, when there's a hiccup, he seems to disappear. Todd is also very...
Forum: ARF or RTF
07-18-2016, 10:08 PM
Replies: 299
Views: 61,732
Posted By PacificNWSkyPilot

That's the spirit, Jim! And a shout-out to San...

That's the spirit, Jim! And a shout-out to San Antonio!

I'm pretty sure that, with at least 23 ounces or more difference, there would have to be significant weight added to the tail even AFTER...
Forum: ARF or RTF
07-18-2016, 01:22 PM
Replies: 299
Views: 61,732
Posted By PacificNWSkyPilot

That's a bit heavy for it. The Valley View 40CC...

That's a bit heavy for it. The Valley View 40CC Twin with mufflers weighs around 50 ounces, I think, and that was about perfect for balance in mine. The Valley View ad says it weighs 44 ounces, but...
Forum: ARF or RTF
06-09-2016, 07:04 PM
Replies: 3,052
Views: 427,976
Posted By PacificNWSkyPilot

Tom, I always used ball-links for my carbs,...

Tom,

I always used ball-links for my carbs, whenever possible. You have to make sure the linkage tube comes through the wall in the correct spot, and you don't want the linkage to apply any type...
Forum: ARF or RTF
06-09-2016, 06:51 PM
Replies: 3,052
Views: 427,976
Posted By PacificNWSkyPilot

Steve, Yes, setting a plane up for good flat...

Steve,
Yes, setting a plane up for good flat spins is like setting a plane up for 3D. Makes it great for that type of maneuver, but it can really screw up other aerobatic moves. Most of the guys at...
Forum: ARF or RTF
05-04-2016, 07:32 PM
Replies: 3,052
Views: 427,976
Posted By PacificNWSkyPilot

U2, you can start out with 10 degrees on low-rate...

U2, you can start out with 10 degrees on low-rate and 30 degrees on high-rate flap. Test them out WAY up in the air (in case it stalls) and from there you can increase or reduce as needed. Keep it on...
Forum: ARF or RTF
05-04-2016, 02:20 PM
Replies: 3,052
Views: 427,976
Posted By PacificNWSkyPilot

U2Builder, Sounds like you're getting it all...

U2Builder,
Sounds like you're getting it all together! Just in time to have a long summer enjoying it.

~ Jim ~
Forum: Gas Engines
04-08-2016, 04:40 PM
Replies: 6,363
Views: 784,282
Posted By PacificNWSkyPilot

Simple and effective. It just makes sense to do...

Simple and effective. It just makes sense to do it that way. Trouble-free since you went to the three-line, I bet.

~ Jim ~
Forum: Gas Engines
04-08-2016, 06:07 AM
Replies: 6,363
Views: 784,282
Posted By PacificNWSkyPilot

The one thing I found about the Syssa engines is...

The one thing I found about the Syssa engines is that they're very sensitive to any air bubbles that get into the feed line. Of course, it's not just a Syssa thing; most brands are sensitive to...
Forum: Gas Engines
04-06-2016, 07:00 PM
Replies: 6,363
Views: 784,282
Posted By PacificNWSkyPilot

That looks like a Super Hots. ~ Jim ~

That looks like a Super Hots.

~ Jim ~
04-03-2016, 08:53 AM
Replies: 316
Views: 61,037
Posted By PacificNWSkyPilot

Jim! Great to hear from you! How're things in ol'...

Jim! Great to hear from you! How're things in ol' San Antone and Boerne?

Yeah, I'm finally hanging up my RC spurs. But don't worry, I've still got my other hobbies. My foot surgery turned out...
04-03-2016, 06:56 AM
Replies: 316
Views: 61,037
Posted By PacificNWSkyPilot

Yeah, but electrics are still evolving, with...

Yeah, but electrics are still evolving, with better and better safeguards on their ESC's all the time. I've been building a GP Super Stearman powered by electric, and I'll admit, looking at such a...
Forum: Gas Engines
03-21-2016, 06:24 PM
Replies: 6,363
Views: 784,282
Posted By PacificNWSkyPilot

Arrrgh. I know Todd told me about this once. That...

Arrrgh. I know Todd told me about this once. That means I have to go through a half million emails. No promises, but I'll see what I can find.

Incidentally, I'm about to put this Syssa up for...
Forum: ARF or RTF
03-17-2016, 04:11 PM
Replies: 3,052
Views: 427,976
Posted By PacificNWSkyPilot

Better clear your schedule for the next two...

Better clear your schedule for the next two weeks. Those decals are TOUGH. :cool:

~ Jim ~
Forum: ARF or RTF
03-12-2016, 08:34 AM
Replies: 3,052
Views: 427,976
Posted By PacificNWSkyPilot

And I like my taildraggers to land with the tail...

And I like my taildraggers to land with the tail flying high, so I like my tail lighter. Usually I do this with my biplanes. There's a cost for everything you do, and this is no different. When it's...
Forum: ARF or RTF
03-07-2016, 08:36 PM
Replies: 3,052
Views: 427,976
Posted By PacificNWSkyPilot

I just use a drill bit about half the size of the...

I just use a drill bit about half the size of the hole, mounted in a hand-drill, and I just hold it still and spin the carbon fiber tube on the end, putting a little pressure on the tip at an angle....
Forum: ARF or RTF
03-07-2016, 08:59 AM
Replies: 3,052
Views: 427,976
Posted By PacificNWSkyPilot

And don't forget, guys, you can have my beautiful...

And don't forget, guys, you can have my beautiful GSS for your very own. RTF !

http://www.rcuniverse.com/market/item.cfm?itemId=1064071

(shameless plug) Lots of photos. Check it out!

~ Jim ~
Forum: ARF or RTF
03-07-2016, 08:19 AM
Replies: 3,052
Views: 427,976
Posted By PacificNWSkyPilot

I do everything the guys are talking about above,...

I do everything the guys are talking about above, and I also use a small drill bit to reach inside the carbon fiber tubes and rough up the inside (the inner surface tends to be smooth and shiny),...
Forum: ARF or RTF
03-07-2016, 07:49 AM
Replies: 299
Views: 61,732
Posted By PacificNWSkyPilot

Thanks, Paul. I'll still come in here and...

Thanks, Paul.

I'll still come in here and put my two cents worth in from time to time. But I'm moving on as far as the hands-on part of the hobby. Too many other hobbies demanding my time and my...
Forum: ARF or RTF
03-06-2016, 08:29 PM
Replies: 299
Views: 61,732
Posted By PacificNWSkyPilot

Yeah, Pitts are different, but they're worth all...

Yeah, Pitts are different, but they're worth all the tweaking, and incredible flyers when that's done.

I'm gonna miss this hobby, no doubt in my mind. But I'll keep monitoring RCU and putting in...
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