John Baligrodzki

Regarding the throttle/choke hookup for a G-62 go to www.bennettbuilt.com They sell a throttle/choke linkage set up that gets both functions moving fore and aft making them much easier to hook up. SAtill some figuring to get it installed but works great.

Regards,

John B.

Lifer

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I'll begin constructing my TBM Zero in a few weeks. I've got the engine, servos, batteries, and the cockpit kit. Now I want a realistic Japanese pilot figure. Can anyone provide direction as to where I should start looking?

Thanks in advance!

CHAWKJIM

Engine Parts

Throttle Arms 3/4 inch or
1 inch $6.69 ea. MADE IN THE USA
Made in the USA these machined throttle servo arm mount on your carburetor and offer silky smooth throttle transition. Also can be used on your carburetor choke.

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CHAWKJIM

Here is the GI Joe. I would sell it for $75.00 You can also get on Ebay and check out the Lt. Sakee

wind junkie

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Has anyone seen the Easytiger Zero:

http://easytigermodels.com/index.php...roducts_id=144

95" span
about 25 pounds
For 50cc on up
Split flaps
Glass fuse
wood wings
covered and painted.
All heavy-duty hardware included
Retract and strut set with all air hardware is $295

It looks like this is the same fuselage, but the wing is a 2 piece (or is that one when glued together?) I couldn't find a thread or info on the plane.

Right now TBM's zero seems like a better deal cause it comes with more stuff. I'd like to know more about the wing on this one though.

hooker53

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Junkie, You will like the TBM. Really a great ARF for the money!! The only plight I had with it is the fact that a 325 won't go on it!!

handt

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Well guys i flew my TBM zero on saturday with a G62 i had to add 3.5 pounds of wt to the nose to get CG but it took right off one click up on elev and it flew like an arrow very nice flying plane.

jasonjanise

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Well, I am having to return mine for a full refund because it is the biggest piece of you know what I have seen. My first fuse had to be returned because it had cracks in it probably thanks to UPS, but the replacement fuse that was sent to me was even worse. So, I do not feel at this point it is worth it so I am returning the entire plane to TBM for a refund.

Jason

hooker53

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I would not sell mine for nothing. This is the best flying warbird I have ever had as far as a single goes. Sorry about your bad luck Jason!!. Give it another try!!

kennyh345

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I'm with you hooker53, I pre ordered mine over a year ago. I have to say I love the way it flies. this bird is staying in my hanger for a long time.

hooker53

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Kenny, I'm no Rep, so I can say what I feel about this plane with any undue but for what you get, your not gonna beat it. I'v built over 100 planes in my life, most kits and some even scratch and for a big single this is a prize. keeping my eye on TBM for the F7F tigar. I want to build a big D-18 or mabey even try the big Decath. All I'v done for the last 5 years is 1/3 scale or bigger kits so a ARF like this one was a joy. the only thing I would have changed if I had anything to say about it was to make the cowl just a smite bigger so I could have put my Saito 325 in it. But Hey I'm not beyond laying a cowl up if I get the time. Later. Roy

Banker

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I have one on the way and I downloaded the manual. Pretty thin. Is there a better one included or when I see the plane it will be obvious where things go. The tail wheel set-up is confusing. Probabily me though.

hooker53

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Banker, Read this thread over a few times and it will be all you need. Yesyou are right, Everything comes together fairly easy. What do you plan to power yours with??

wind junkie

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It looks like the tailwheel bellcrank is the axle for the rudder also. How much throw can you get from the rudder? Could I get 45 degrees? The manual says try to get as much as possible but I'm wondering if the wire they used for the axle is stout enough to really handle 45 degrees with a lot of power behind it. They also mentioned 3D capability which I think is a stretch, but I'm really curious. The wire through the fin seems like it wouldn't allow for much strength if you started throwing the tail around. Maybe in a hover, but not for KE loops or even snaps.

Also, how much roll coupling is there with rudder input? I'm guessing a lot (more than my P40, anyway).

Joe

p39

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You don't need 45 degrees of rudder throw. And if you're looking to do KE loops, maybe a Zero isn't the plane. It's an awesome flyer. I'm thinking even the USAAF when they got their hands on a Zero didn't hover one. Snaps... that it will do. And the liknage is more than strong enough in the rear end.

hooker53

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Junkie, you need a Yako for those kinda things!!! Ha.

jasonjanise

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Guys, I am not concerned about how the plane would have flown in the least bit. I am concerned about getting one that is not cracked and busted all to heck. I mean after 2 of them and it is getting worse, I think it is time to hang it up on this one. What sucks is I had high hopes for this plane. So, if any one out there needs a brand new G-62 never mounted or run with pitts muffler, Hitec 645MG's serovs, Hitec 5245MG Digitals, GI Joe Japanese pilot figure, TMB Zero spinner, email or PM me and maybe I will work out a deal with you. I bought everything from TMB for this plane that they recommend and it is all new and unused. Email is: [email protected]


Jason

Banker

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Hooker53:

I will be using a DA-85.

Banker

hooker53

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Banker, You have chosen wisely!!! More power than you will ever need. Good luck. By the way, wouldn't hurt to beaf up the retract rails while you have it laying out. Roy

p39

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I ended up using a Fox 4.2 in mine... saved the DA85 for my P-40. The 4.2 is a good amount of power. This plane assembles light. A far cry from the old Byron days.

wind junkie

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Yep. I have a 33% Yak with a DA 85 and I've been flying it for 2 years now.

I'm just reading all the "hype" on the TBM web site and trying to sift through what's real and what's not. Their P40 which I have had some issues but is a lot of fun to fly (in a scale like manner). It will be a while before I try anything stupid with that one.

Did anyone see that TBM was featured in this month's expose in the AMA mag? It seems pretty strange to me that Gene Payson doesn't pay anyone to have a presence on this web site like other manufacturers do. They seem to say that they have "sponsored pilots" but no one who really has experience and clout to support anyone.

Banker

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Hooker53:

Thanks, will do the rails.

Banker

hooker53

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p39, There's not a thing wrong with a Fox 4.2. There are more of these flying with a G-62 or a Fox 4.2 than any other combo. If a G-62 will pull it scale like than a Fox 4.2 or a DA-85 will go the limit. show us some photo's and vids!!!! Ha.

Banker

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Mine comes today. I am acquiring all the stuff for it and cannot decide on the battery set-up. I will use A123 but do I need one or two. Where have you guys put the switches?

Thanks

Bluffman

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what scale is the GI Joe Jap.