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Forum: Glow Engines
08-28-2006, 11:03 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,085
Posted By SplitWings

RE: Tuning a new OS .61 FX

Hi Alan. I'm using a 13x4 prop with my .61FX. I was considering a switch to a 13x6 to get a little more torque.

DarZeelon: What kind of eye surgery did you have? I'm an optometrist so you...
Forum: Glow Engines
08-27-2006, 06:57 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,085
Posted By SplitWings

RE: Tuning a new OS .61 FX

Well, I've had the opportunity to run a few more tanks of fuel through my .61 and its starting to break in. Its running without cutting out. I did take the opportnity to snug up all of the...
Forum: Glow Engines
08-26-2006, 03:04 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,085
Posted By SplitWings

RE: Tuning a new OS .61 FX

Thanks to everyone for all of the advice. I think the main thing I need to do is to just run the engine some more and let it break in before trying to tune the low or high ends too much. I'll see...
Forum: Glow Engines
08-25-2006, 11:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,085
Posted By SplitWings

RE: Tuning a new OS .61 FX

Hi Sandy,

Thanks for the reply. Unfortunately, I don't have a test stand to break in the new engine. The fuel tank is just behind the firewall and I believe even with the engine. I'm using a...
Forum: Glow Engines
08-25-2006, 10:31 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,085
Posted By SplitWings

Tuning a new OS .61 FX

I just finished building a Matt Chapman .46 size Cap 580. I bought a new OS 61 FX to power this good looking plane. The OS fired up easily the first time using Omega 15% and a new OS #8 glow plug. ...
Forum: ARF or RTF
08-09-2006, 09:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,334
Posted By SplitWings

Nitro Models Cap 232 .60 size

Last week I ordered the .60 Breitling Cap 232 from Nitro Models and today I received the plane shipped via FedEx ground. After a $30 online coupon code, I paid $89 for the plane plus $20 shipping. ...
Forum: Gas Engines
09-10-2005, 10:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,993
Posted By SplitWings

RE: Beginner to Gas

First of all, I want to thank everyone who has posted a reply so far. Each message has provided some great information.

I recently bought a GP Gene Soucy Extra 300. I built it with the hopes of...
Forum: Gas Engines
09-09-2005, 08:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,993
Posted By SplitWings

Beginner to Gas

I've been flying with glow engines for a couple of years now, but I've been thinking (OK, wanting) to move up to gas engines. Does anyone know of any beginner's guides that have either been posted...
Forum: ARF or RTF
08-02-2005, 11:19 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 565
Posted By SplitWings

RE: Fuse Hatch on Funtana 90

Thanks for the quick reply!

Joe
Forum: ARF or RTF
08-02-2005, 09:23 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 565
Posted By SplitWings

Fuse Hatch on Funtana 90

Hopefully someone can help me out.

I lost a couple of the hex screws that hold the fuse hatch on my Funtana 90. Does anyone with a funtana know what size I need to reorder? I have a couple...
Forum: ARF or RTF
09-14-2004, 08:21 PM
Replies: 4,523
Views: 522,583
Posted By SplitWings

RE: Funtana 90!

Hey DTB,

The exact same thing happened to my landing gear on my maiden flight also. I went back and put locktite all over after that.
Forum: YS Engines Support
09-12-2004, 03:39 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 390
Posted By SplitWings

Muffler bolts

I have a YS 110 that I just got tuned and running well. On the fifth flight the muffler, actually the silencer, fell off. I still have the bolt part that screws and bolts to the engine and the 1/2...
Forum: ARF or RTF
09-05-2004, 02:58 PM
Replies: 4,523
Views: 522,583
Posted By SplitWings

RE: Funtana 90!

I just got my Funtana up for the first time yesterday for one flight and got in five more flights in today. I'm using the YS 110 with a 16x4 prop and 30% heli fuel. The YS is pulling the plane with...
Forum: YS Engines Support
08-26-2004, 11:10 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 663
Posted By SplitWings

RE: ys 110 low end tuning

Thanks. I'll try to lean out the reg and let you know.
Forum: YS Engines Support
08-26-2004, 09:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 663
Posted By SplitWings

RE: ys 110 low end tuning

If the regulator needs adjusting, would that cause it to die at idle?
Forum: YS Engines Support
08-25-2004, 11:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 663
Posted By SplitWings

ys 110 low end tuning

Hi Dave,

I've got a brand new 110 using Coolpower 30% heli fuel. The upper end runs powerfully and without problems. Immediately after bringing down the throttle to idle it will come down in...
Forum: Glow Engines
08-20-2004, 03:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,599
Posted By SplitWings

RE: YS 110 Crankshaft threads

Thats exactly what I was asking for. Sorry about the confusion. Thanks John and Richard.

Joe
Forum: Glow Engines
08-20-2004, 12:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,599
Posted By SplitWings

YS 110 Crankshaft threads

Does anyone know what size screw is needed to thread the YS 110? My LHS is having trouble getting my a spinner adapter that will thread my engine. I brought in the prop nut that was supplied with...
Forum: ARF or RTF
08-19-2004, 11:37 AM
Replies: 4,523
Views: 522,583
Posted By SplitWings

RE: Funtana 90!

Well, I finished putting the Funtana together yesterday and fired up the YS 110. Its nice to be able to start up an engine with a simple flip of the prop (as opposed to an electric starter). Man is...
Forum: Beginners
08-13-2004, 11:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,615
Posted By SplitWings

RE: I hate waiting for an optometrist!

Yub yub,

Come see me in Indiana. I'll work you into my schedule right away (I'm an optometrist), and then we'll go flying. I've got another patient that come from far away and we go golfing...
Forum: ARF or RTF
08-08-2004, 08:20 PM
Replies: 4,523
Views: 522,583
Posted By SplitWings

RE: Funtana 90!

Islandflyer and Ed,

Thanks for the info. I'll go ahead and install the wheel pants. I did notice that the manual shows them secured with one screw, but the landing gear have two holes for the...
Forum: ARF or RTF
08-07-2004, 11:36 PM
Replies: 4,523
Views: 522,583
Posted By SplitWings

RE: Funtana 90!

How are the wheel pants holding up on grass runways? Are people leaving them off or are they holding up pretty well? Thanks.
Forum: Beginners
07-09-2004, 08:41 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 9,503
Posted By SplitWings

RE: The most common beginner flying mistakes

A good thread for the new pilots... for everyone really.

The stupid thing I did the most (and still do from time to time :D) is trying to start my engine in hydrolic lock. I don't know how many...
Forum: Beginners
07-08-2004, 09:39 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,379
Posted By SplitWings

RE: WOOOOOO-HOOOOO!!! NEWBIE FIRST FLIGHT!!!!

Congratulations! As a fairly new pilot myself, I know the exhiliration your feeling right now. It feels so good to bring in a plane so nicely. (Heck, it feels good just to bring it down in one...
Forum: Beginners
07-06-2004, 09:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 826
Posted By SplitWings

RE: 2nd Plane Question

TPierce,

Thanks for the suggestion. The larger engine is a great way to get more excitement from my current Extra 300. Then I can go back and put the .46 into my trainer and either sell it or...
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