Arruda

Per my calculations 3 in is too small and 4.5 in is too big. The correct scale spinner should be around 3.5in (90mm).
Any way, I also bought the SD spinner and will use it. The other alternative is to make a custom one ($$$).

kahloq

Nobody is argueing 3" is the correct scale size. We've all already noted that 3.5" is the right size. However, there is NO fw-190 shaped spinner of that exact size, so 3.3" of the skyshark one is pretty darn close...and that SD one is also close enough to work. Obviously the 4.5" SD one is too big for this plane and no one suggested using it. It would howevedr, work quite well on the 50cc ESM fw-190 D9

bigtim

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I bought the skyshark D-9 spinner which is just about the right size, its only cut for a 2 blade prop so I also purchased the spinner from ESM it has a little different shape but comes uncut so I will trim that one for a 3 blade prop

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hey Tim is that the same one as the YT one if so thats the same as i use mine looked like it would be out of balance as the back plate was out but it worked out well

bigtim

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yes it is the same one, it has the back plate that lips over the edge of the cone,I removed the internal mounting parts that came with it and got a longer screw for the DLE30 I have

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yes thats pretty much what i did with mine i was surprised how well it balanced due to that lip on the back plate

kahloq

I bought one of the D9 spinners from Skyshark when they still offered the D9 with 3 blade cutouts about a year ago. They dont make these spinners anymore(including the 2 blade)....so once they are out of stock...thats it. I have 2 of the 2 blade versions as well, but one was badly out of balance so its unusable.

If you want to make sure you have spinners for this plane and are ok with 2 blade, Id suggest getting a spare...whether its from Skyshark or one of those from SD since we also dont know how long SD will offer them.

Mpizpilot

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I can go to my local hardware store, get a bolt and send it to you if you would like

Also, has anyone ever checked to see that the cowl on the model is the exact circumference in whatever scale this plane is as compared the the full scale? I'm willing to bet it's a bit off, like my spinner.

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PICTURE SAYS A THOUSAND WORDS YES ITS 2 MM OUT

Duplicator41

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Guys:

Dave Platt carries a 3.5" A series spinner.

Cheers,

Mpizpilot

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If anyone is looking for a good retract valve, check this one out. Replace the ESM junk one with this. Left air in the system for 4 days. No leaks and works great. Just have to file the end flat where the clevis connects.

http://www.sdshobby.net/Air-Valve-3-nozzle-p-2976.html

DougB1

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Is there any way to regulate the air flow so it does not come down fast or BANG UP hard ?

Bill Rademacher

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yes, you can insert reducers in the lines, combined with the adjustment on the valves. You can make them come up slow, and go down slow. It's not perfect, but pretty good. I am using the sierras with a robart tank.

8 bucks for 4 of them form robart

http://www.robart.com/products/air-line-restrictors


billrad

DougB1

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Those have got to help. The valve I have now SLAMS the retracts up, sure would not want my fingers in there when these babies goes up. [:@]

Mpizpilot

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You can also just install wheel collars

DougB1

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I have done that before but I prefer to do it with the valve. I had some Robarts before that you adjust at the valve but they are costly and want to go a less costly route instead of the collars. The valve you got looks good, but looking at the site you gave, what is the valve next to yours with the 5 nipples at 38 cents more ?

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Doug replace that air valve with the red robart one its ajustable and your retracts are well on there way over there mate

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use this one http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...?&I=LXET19&P=7

Bill Rademacher

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All, here are photos of my PTE-36R installation, replacing the DLE-30, for what it's worth. Mounting pattern is practically the same. Bolt pattern for the prop is the same. Gray on the cowl is my repair work enclosing the motor, waiting for paint.

billrad

Dowmer

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Bill,
Nice house of toys. BTW, do you have any good pics of the release system you set up for the drop mechanism on the drop tank? I have the Ty's ETC501 shroud but I'm trying to figure our a good way to hook it up with a servo and what kind of hook etc. for the tank.
Thanks,
Jason

Bill Rademacher

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here it is. I hacked a bomb drop from hobbyking.

billrad

Dowmer

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Thanks Bill,
I see the green piece from the Hobby King Part (I have one too). Does the push rod connect to a rocker lever that is attached to the green link? The linkage is what has me stumped.
Jason

Firepower R/C

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I finally finished the German sc 250 Kg "exploding" bombs... have a look. They have an optional trapeze lug for use on a Stuka, too.

Bill Rademacher

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yes, the servo just connects to a link attached to the green retainer base. It slides back and forth under the wooden plate. The white servo arm part that sticks out and protrudes into the bomb keeps the bomb from sliding when the green retainers are moved by the servo.

hope this helps. I have only used it to release the tank before a flight. I have not flown with it yet, but I hope to this spring.

billrad

Dowmer

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Firepower R/C, nice bombs! they look very scale and well made.

Jason