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Forum: Seaplanes
06-12-2006, 06:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,098
Posted By calibosss

RE: Best scale float plane as first float plane

This is a project my buddy has been up to the last few weeks. Actually we put a lot of thought and effort into this baby and he is very proud of what he has done. with any luck from the weather man...
Forum: ARF or RTF
03-27-2006, 11:21 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 5,410
Posted By calibosss

RE: Aeroworks 27% Ultimate

http://www.troybuiltmodels.com/WingTubes.htm#tube

Try here, I dont have the dimensions on hand and still looking around but if you learn anything pass it on.
Forum: ARF or RTF
03-26-2006, 09:55 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 5,410
Posted By calibosss

RE: Aeroworks 27% Ultimate

I'm thinking I will love flying this ultimate, even if it looks a little rough, I'll get some ooooo's and ahh'sssss out it. To be honest I am more excited about the engine than the plane. My...
Forum: ARF or RTF
03-26-2006, 06:38 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 5,410
Posted By calibosss

RE: Aeroworks 27% Ultimate

the scale I used is not digital but it is new. I am sure it is close, It is not off by a pound,that i am sure. First of all I trashed everything that came in that bag of parts, all junk. forget about...
03-26-2006, 10:09 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 7,958
Posted By calibosss

RE: World Models 27% Ultimate

I just finished my WM ultimate, going in I knew the hardware was trash so thats ok, I mean all the hardware, the screws the rods, control horns all crap. I found wing pins loose and one fell out. One...
Forum: ARF or RTF
03-26-2006, 09:43 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 5,410
Posted By calibosss

RE: Aeroworks 27% Ultimate

Howdy guys, I got my world models 27% done today. just under 15 lbs with Taurus 52. Does anyone know where I can get carbon fiber wing tubes? The ones that come with the model are heavy and belong in...
Forum: Gas Engines
02-26-2006, 11:49 PM
Replies: 382
Views: 29,498
Posted By calibosss

RE: [b]"TAURUS OWNERS ONLY"[/b]

yes sir, I have my ts52, got it on friday, that was fast. it is a beautiful motor, now I need to get busy putting the plane together.
this motor is very nicely put together, the throttle linkage...
Forum: Gas Engines
02-22-2006, 08:41 AM
Replies: 382
Views: 29,498
Posted By calibosss

RE: [b]"TAURUS OWNERS ONLY"[/b]

Oh boy, I talked to the man himself last night and he is shipping engines NOW.........
02-08-2006, 11:02 PM
Replies: 767
Views: 142,957
Posted By calibosss

RE: Christen Eagle - Building, Alterations and Modifications

I have found out the balance plays a huge roll on this plane, you can fly it both tail heavy and nose heavy to a great degree, tail heavy and its a bit touchy and nose heavy its hard to land. Either...
02-08-2006, 10:12 PM
Replies: 767
Views: 142,957
Posted By calibosss

RE: Christen Eagle - Building, Alterations and Modifications

it was a great day for birds, and on this particular day a friend came along with his new camera. I dont know much about cameras but this guys set up was awsome and he took a series of photos from...
Forum: Gas Engines
01-31-2006, 11:55 AM
Replies: 382
Views: 29,498
Posted By calibosss

RE: [b]"TAURUS OWNERS ONLY"[/b]

OH sorry, it is the TS52, yep that is correct, 3 weeks, but Bill is optimistic about that so ya never know, that was yesterday and im on my way to the mailbox, lol , just kidding . today I am...
Forum: Gas Engines
01-31-2006, 09:49 AM
Replies: 382
Views: 29,498
Posted By calibosss

RE: [b]"TAURUS OWNERS ONLY"[/b]

HI Guy's
I just orderd my first Taurus engine from Bill yesterday, What a great guy he is so helpful and good to talk to on the phone. I am so excited about my engine I had RC dreams last night...
12-24-2005, 02:46 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,870
Posted By calibosss

RE: Ultimate + Evo 58

this engine issue is very confusing, the evo seems to be too new and i am concerned about reliability and serv. i have a buddy with a DA 50 and the thing runs terrible, almost dies under inverted...
Forum: Kit Building
12-12-2005, 12:01 AM
Replies: 117
Views: 10,014
Posted By calibosss

RE: WHY DO YOU BUILT KITS?

whoa, some emotion on this thread, it would take four pages of text to cover all the points of interest. I hope nobody throws any rotten fruit at me but I enjoy building both ARF and kit/scratch. its...
Forum: Kit Building
12-11-2005, 11:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 974
Posted By calibosss

RE: pica 1/5 waco throwa & balance

Well Thank You ckovacs,
Al
Forum: Kit Building
12-11-2005, 12:35 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,973
Posted By calibosss

RE: Pica Waco 1/5 engine

You are welcome dude, my pleasure, I like the plane so much I have a spare new in the box just in case, and i understand there is one 4 sale now on ebay if ne1 is interested.
Forum: Kit Building
12-10-2005, 11:55 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,973
Posted By calibosss

RE: Pica Waco 1/5 engine

yes the 1/5 waco I am talking about is 72", I am not familiar with the rcv91cd , i'm a bit of noob to rc just 3 years. my 180 saito fits in the cowl with just a small opening at the head, 1 and 1/2...
Forum: Kit Building
12-10-2005, 11:39 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,973
Posted By calibosss

RE: Pica Waco 1/5 engine

Thanks guys, I pour my heart and soul into my planes as I can tell you do as well.

First abut the covering. painted fabric is a great idea, ive seen some work that way and it looks great,...
Forum: Kit Building
12-09-2005, 01:07 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,973
Posted By calibosss

RE: Pica Waco 1/5 engine

Well i got two pics on here but they are sorta large, hope you can see them ok. the pict dont really do the plane justus.
Forum: Kit Building
12-09-2005, 01:06 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,973
Posted By calibosss

RE: Pica Waco 1/5 engine

ORIGINAL: calibosss

I did not add any wieght to the nose. i did not use the rails either, added a piece of ply to the front and used blind nuts. you will love this plane, dont give up on it, i...
Forum: Kit Building
12-09-2005, 12:57 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,973
Posted By calibosss

RE: Pica Waco 1/5 engine

ORIGINAL: HarryJ

Laserdude,
I haven't got started yet, just moved and waiting until after the holidays. From what I have been reading it is a fairly fast build. I'm glad to hear the Saito...
Forum: Kit Building
12-09-2005, 12:51 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,973
Posted By calibosss

RE: Pica Waco 1/5 engine

I did not add any wieght to the nose. i did not use the rails either, added a piece of ply to the front and used blind nuts. you will love this plane, dont give up on it, i respectfully disagree...
Forum: Kit Building
12-08-2005, 09:58 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,973
Posted By calibosss

RE: Pica Waco 1/5 engine

mine fly's with power to spare with a Satio 180.
Forum: Kit Building
12-08-2005, 09:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 974
Posted By calibosss

RE: pica 1/5 waco throwa & balance

I came across one of these 1/5 pica Wacos , it was allmost ready to cover when i got it, the build up was done real nice and all i had to do was attach the tail section and wings, add a motor and...
10-19-2005, 09:00 AM
Replies: 10,694
Views: 1,934,572
Posted By calibosss

RE: GROUP BUILD - Top Flite Giant Scale F4U Corsair

rt3232
please review my post again. i am building the top flite giant corsair. the stock they list for the leading edge of the outboard flap does not fill the leading edge. seems to be half of...
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