My return to RC Planes
 

Well I kinda never got started let me explain :)
About 4 years ago I got bit by the "bug" and purchased a trainer ( superstar 40 as I recall) and a couple engines a Os .40 and a MSD(sp) .46, also an Airtronics VG4
I figured I would break in the .46 on a old lamp stand in my shop (mistake #1). I figured it should be stable enough..... Well being new to any of this I didn't realize the power in these engines ( big mistake #2) So after I fired it up it seemed ok, dont know if it was the vibration or the linkage from the servo to the throttle was loose, but the engine went fully open........ I never would had believed it, but the table actually came at me, about 60 stitches later I was done with the hobby....or atleast till I got enough nerve to mess with them engines again.

So here I am fully healed and ready to jump back on the bull. I know technology wise allot has happened. Is my Airtronics VG4 still up to recent code if any? I know they make a "Z" standard now, is my radio gear junk now?
Hopping I can reuse some electronic to dampen the initial financial hit. Also what do u folks recommend on a trainer, electric , gas?


Any input would greatly be appreciated


mj147

My return to RC Planes
 

THe Superstar 40 is still one of the recommended trainers.

Your radio is fine, you might want to check the batteries. Or just replace them if yo are unsure.

STop by the local club and I bet you will get lots of help.

My return to RC Planes
 

Man that had to hurt.

My return to RC Planes
 

Fact is all of your stuff is still quite usable including the airplane and I would stick with glow. The only change is the plugs Airtronics uses but that is not a problem and adapters are avaliable down the line when you want to use that Rx with the plugs on newer or other brand servos. As Scott intimated the only thing you may want to replace is the Tx, Rx batteries.

The most important thing you need to do his hook up with a local club to get help. there are a number of them in the Valley. Most do not charge for training, only the price of membership in the AMA and the club. Doing this will do wonders for your peace of mind and possibly prevent the kind of accident you had.

John :)

My return to RC Planes
 

Yes to everything said above, and welcome (back) to RC. It's a great hobby with a lot of really nice people, most just champing at the bit to help thge new guy!

Go check out one of those clubs!

This site will help you find them.

http://modelaircraft.org/templates/ama/

Dennis-