Go Back  RCU Forums > RC Airplanes > RC Jets
Team Kingtech and topgun >

Team Kingtech and topgun

Community
Search
Notices
RC Jets Discuss RC jets in this forum plus rc turbines and ducted fan power systems

Team Kingtech and topgun

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old 05-03-2014 | 10:54 AM
  #1  
gunradd's Avatar
Thread Starter
My Feedback: (9)
 
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 3,426
Received 50 Likes on 43 Posts
From: Springhill, FL
Default Team Kingtech and topgun

Had a great time but the rain really put a damper on the fun. Frank and crew did a great job and the runway and facility was even better then Florida jets a few months ago.

Kingtech was the only turbine manufacture in attendance. We had spare engines for our competitors in case they where needed but it turns out all the kingtechs ran flawless and we ended up helping out some pilots that had engine problems make the switch to Kingtech engines and keep them flying. It was nice to see all the great pilots now using the Kingtechs. Peter Goldsmith refit a K140 in his panther between rounds and was back in the air just in time and didn't miss a beat.

Last edited by gunradd; 05-03-2014 at 02:46 PM.
Old 05-03-2014 | 02:34 PM
  #2  
dubd's Avatar
 
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 4,313
Likes: 0
Received 2 Likes on 2 Posts
From: Bay Area, CA
Default

The other guys need to step up their game. Kingtech is slaying 'em.
Old 05-03-2014 | 08:15 PM
  #3  
 
Joined: Apr 2003
Posts: 389
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like on 1 Post
From: REHOVOT, ISRAEL
Default

Go Kingtech - really impressed!!
Old 05-03-2014 | 08:44 PM
  #4  
 
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 406
Received 11 Likes on 10 Posts
From: , AUSTRALIA
Default

Would love them to bring out a turbo prop...SP5 equivalent.
Old 05-04-2014 | 01:48 AM
  #5  
Senior Member
 
Joined: Feb 2011
Posts: 864
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
From: london, UNITED KINGDOM
Default

You know , I have to applaud them for doing that. Standing up to the mark and backing their customers, not that they seem to have needed much backing it seems.Top marks Kingtech.
Old 05-04-2014 | 11:30 AM
  #6  
My Feedback: (11)
 
Joined: Dec 2009
Posts: 1,955
Received 25 Likes on 22 Posts
From: Central Midwest
Default

I called Barry this weekend with an issue and he answered. That alone is just great. He's always helpful and friendly. My issued ended up being a vent issue not a turbine issue but he told me to send if I needed to.
Old 05-04-2014 | 12:20 PM
  #7  
Pepperpete's Avatar
Senior Member
 
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 630
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
From: Grande Prairie, AB, CANADA
Default

They put out a good product and back it up with great service. You would think this would be considered rocket science to other manufacturers when it's really that simple. I'm happy with my third Kingtech turbine.
Old 05-05-2014 | 07:06 AM
  #8  
Ali's Avatar
Ali
My Feedback: (5)
 
Joined: Apr 2002
Posts: 4,994
Likes: 0
Received 18 Likes on 17 Posts
From: Northamptonshire , UNITED KINGDOM
Default




I too made the switch to Kingtech for my Top Gun Model. My T-33 had previously been powered by another brand 180. I lost a round last year and had another flight that ended up with the turbine going into a ecu lock out which caused the turbine to stick at 55000 rpm. I was super lucky that it did not cost me my most valuable model! A change over to a K180 saw us retain the team scale first place spot this year. All done on a turbine that had not even been started pre this event. Faultless operations across the entire week. I am already sold on the KT brand, but my team member, and world class builder Graeme Mears was new to the brand. To say he was impressed would be an understatement! Keep up the good work guys. I am proud to be onboard.
Attached Thumbnails Click image for larger version

Name:	IMG_2564.JPG
Views:	475
Size:	2.75 MB
ID:	1992668  
Old 05-05-2014 | 11:32 AM
  #9  
My Feedback: (57)
 
Joined: Dec 2001
Posts: 3,069
Likes: 0
Received 12 Likes on 11 Posts
From: Va Beach, VA
Default

Good to hear Kris!

Ali,
I see Frank installed a pond for float flying.
Old 05-05-2014 | 03:45 PM
  #10  
marquisvns's Avatar
 
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 1,816
Received 3 Likes on 3 Posts
From: Pasadena, CA
Default

Thank you for all the support guys, had a fun time at top gun, will be there again next year, congrats on your big wins Ali, and a big thanks to Kris for all his support and collaboration. George, we probably needed to pick up that F-16/Sea Dart conversion kit from your trailer

Cheers,
Barry
Old 05-06-2014 | 11:40 AM
  #11  
ravill's Avatar
My Feedback: (11)
 
Joined: Jan 2003
Posts: 5,720
Received 94 Likes on 76 Posts
From: Granite Bay, Ca
Default

Cheers and great job Barry!

Now hurry up with that K220. My UB is itching for more powa baby!!!

Old 05-06-2014 | 02:58 PM
  #12  
warbird_1's Avatar
My Feedback: (61)
 
Joined: Feb 2002
Posts: 2,578
Likes: 0
Received 9 Likes on 9 Posts
From: Perry,NY
Default

I have admit that i was skeptical about buying a KT. but i picked up a 140 and i'm looking forward to getting going. I don't think i have heard one bad thingsabout them , all praise .
Old 05-06-2014 | 05:28 PM
  #13  
mario tavarez14's Avatar
My Feedback: (37)
 
Joined: May 2002
Posts: 1,063
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
From: elizabeth, NJ
Default

My god my G140 kingtech is getting to 100 flights without any issues, the last time i put 40 minutes of fly time without stoping the engine 5=8 fly=40 what a engine ,
Old 05-06-2014 | 05:32 PM
  #14  
mario tavarez14's Avatar
My Feedback: (37)
 
Joined: May 2002
Posts: 1,063
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
From: elizabeth, NJ
Default

Anybody know if KT coming with a bigger engine? i am very close to purchase a P-200 but if KT coming with something bigger i will hold my horses
Old 05-06-2014 | 05:50 PM
  #15  
smchale's Avatar
My Feedback: (67)
 
Joined: Jun 2002
Posts: 2,809
Likes: 0
Received 2 Likes on 2 Posts
From: Philadelphia PA
Default

Originally Posted by mario tavarez14
Anybody know if KT coming with a bigger engine? i am very close to purchase a P-200 but if KT coming with something bigger i will hold my horses
Yes, a 210 is on the horizon. Same physical size as your K180 if you want to mock a project up in advance.
Old 05-07-2014 | 09:43 AM
  #16  
marquisvns's Avatar
 
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 1,816
Received 3 Likes on 3 Posts
From: Pasadena, CA
Default

Originally Posted by ravill
Cheers and great job Barry!

Now hurry up with that K220. My UB is itching for more powa baby!!!


Thanks Rav, nice big bandit, how about an Ali signatured K-210 available in June
Old 05-07-2014 | 09:55 AM
  #17  
ravill's Avatar
My Feedback: (11)
 
Joined: Jan 2003
Posts: 5,720
Received 94 Likes on 76 Posts
From: Granite Bay, Ca
Default

Barry, I'm not interested in your discount model.

Can I just get the regular "non-Ali" K-210?




























Just teasing you Ali.
Old 05-07-2014 | 10:05 AM
  #18  
marquisvns's Avatar
 
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 1,816
Received 3 Likes on 3 Posts
From: Pasadena, CA
Default

Ouch! lol
Old 05-07-2014 | 10:55 AM
  #19  
Ali's Avatar
Ali
My Feedback: (5)
 
Joined: Apr 2002
Posts: 4,994
Likes: 0
Received 18 Likes on 17 Posts
From: Northamptonshire , UNITED KINGDOM
Default

Ahhhhh Rav! The man that just loves to give. not so good at taking it back though hey !
Old 05-07-2014 | 11:25 AM
  #20  
marquisvns's Avatar
 
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 1,816
Received 3 Likes on 3 Posts
From: Pasadena, CA
Default

Can't wait to get the front cover back from anodizing guys! It's gonna be nice, really nice!

Cheers,
Barry
Old 05-07-2014 | 11:28 AM
  #21  
ravill's Avatar
My Feedback: (11)
 
Joined: Jan 2003
Posts: 5,720
Received 94 Likes on 76 Posts
From: Granite Bay, Ca
Default

Its all in good fun Ali. We just have to make sure we don't overstep ourselves. You know I love you.

And I love a good lil back in forth! Its da best! That's how Dougie and I became friends! Ha!

Last edited by ravill; 05-07-2014 at 11:34 AM.
Old 05-07-2014 | 01:07 PM
  #22  
 
Joined: Apr 2006
Posts: 111
Likes: 0
Received 2 Likes on 1 Post
From: glendalough, AUSTRALIA
Default

I own five kingtechs... many have gone over the 50hour mark with no problems except for one. kingtech send out a replacement engine with no questions asked.. I will always buy from then again. Cant wait for a turbo prop and I hope for a 300n engine soon...
Old 05-07-2014 | 01:13 PM
  #23  
Pepperpete's Avatar
Senior Member
 
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 630
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
From: Grande Prairie, AB, CANADA
Default

I'm the opposite. I want a K20 or 30 really bad.
Old 05-07-2014 | 01:25 PM
  #24  
dubd's Avatar
 
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 4,313
Likes: 0
Received 2 Likes on 2 Posts
From: Bay Area, CA
Default

Barry's customer service is second to none.
Old 05-07-2014 | 05:41 PM
  #25  
warbird_1's Avatar
My Feedback: (61)
 
Joined: Feb 2002
Posts: 2,578
Likes: 0
Received 9 Likes on 9 Posts
From: Perry,NY
Default

Originally Posted by bikecrasher
I own five kingtechs... many have gone over the 50hour mark with no problems except for one. kingtech send out a replacement engine with no questions asked.. I will always buy from then again. Cant wait for a turbo prop and I hope for a 300n engine soon...
WoW , that's awesome. looking forward to getting mine fired up this summer.


Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service

Copyright © 2026 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.