RCU Forums - Search Results
RCU Forums

Go Back  RCU Forums > Search Forums
Reload this Page >

Search Results

Register
FAQ
Community
Calendar
Today's Posts
Search
Vendor Directory
Notices
 
Page 1 of 2
1
2
Search: Posts Made By: YarSmytheJr
Showing results 1 to 25 of 35
Search took 0.65 seconds.
Forum: Batteries & Chargers
01-25-2022, 12:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,644
Posted By YarSmytheJr

I have several ZEEE brand battery packs - 2S to...

I have several ZEEE brand battery packs - 2S to 4S, various mAh ratings. Only positive experiences with them and would recommend them to my buddies.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
09-18-2009, 10:16 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 8,599
Posted By YarSmytheJr

RE: WHO IS COMING TO BOMBERFIELD'S B-17 GATHERING/BIG BIRD SEPT 2009?

Wow! Words can't describe the event today. Here are just a few of my favorites. The other "200" can be found here:

http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1113745

Enjoy, -Lee
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
09-18-2009, 09:54 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 8,599
Posted By YarSmytheJr

RE: WHO IS COMING TO BOMBERFIELD'S B-17 GATHERING/BIG BIRD SEPT 2009?

Packing up my Hangar 9 Piper Pawnee right now. Should be there by noon. :)

-Lee
Forum: ARF or RTF
05-19-2009, 09:59 AM
Replies: 1,856
Views: 349,673
Posted By YarSmytheJr

RE: Great Planes Escapade .40 ARF

Do all of you balance your plane at the CG recommended by GP? At 63mm, my plane is tail heavy.  At 70mm she balances but feels and reacts nose heavy.  63mm looks WAY too far forward.  The main spar...
Forum: ARF or RTF
05-17-2009, 01:43 PM
Replies: 1,856
Views: 349,673
Posted By YarSmytheJr

RE: Great Planes Escapade .40 ARF

Thanks bonebreak.  If the center line is too far off when the cowl is installed, I'll remove my motor and install new plywood mounts on the front and box sides to fix the alignment.  Heck...the plane...
Forum: ARF or RTF
05-17-2009, 10:56 AM
Replies: 1,856
Views: 349,673
Posted By YarSmytheJr

RE: Great Planes Escapade .40 ARF

Way ahead of you fellas.  My cowl is on backorder.  :)

The electric motor mount that comes with this kit is built around the Rimfire motor.  The radial mount on my brushless motor did not match...
Forum: ARF or RTF
05-17-2009, 08:07 AM
Replies: 1,856
Views: 349,673
Posted By YarSmytheJr

RE: Great Planes Escapade .40 ARF

Maidened my Escapade (electric) yesterday. Had some minor issues with it but on the whole was happy with its flight performance. I need to work with the flaps a little more so they are effective and...
Forum: ARF or RTF
05-05-2009, 09:13 PM
Replies: 1,856
Views: 349,673
Posted By YarSmytheJr

RE: Great Planes Escapade .40 ARF

I owned a Sig Four Star 40 similar to the Escapade. It needed a long final approach. I read this one likes to land long as well so it seemed adding flaps would be an easy upgrade. I may not need...
Forum: ARF or RTF
05-04-2009, 08:31 AM
Replies: 1,856
Views: 349,673
Posted By YarSmytheJr

RE: Great Planes Escapade .40 ARF

Started working on my new Escapade last week. Mine will be electric. Hopefully my motor will be in by next week so I can start flying before month's end!

With the options for wing mounted...
Forum: RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros
03-23-2007, 08:37 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 7,389
Posted By YarSmytheJr

RE: DX-7 6100RX MALFUNCTIONS?

Read more on the RCGROUPS.COM thread. I posted my steps recently.

There is NO problem with the AR7000. The firmware upgrade is only for the AR6100. Keep your eyes open on Horizon Hobby's...
Forum: RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros
03-23-2007, 07:37 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 7,389
Posted By YarSmytheJr

RE: DX-7 6100RX MALFUNCTIONS?

!! Spektrum firmware upgrade on AR6100 receiver !!

Hey fellas. Please click on this link to read a thread on RCGROUPS about a possible solution to this problem:

...
Forum: Electric General Discussion
11-24-2003, 09:41 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,994
Posted By YarSmytheJr

RE: Goldberg Electra - Suggested Motor and Prop?

Well, I knew they were both 550 motors, but the Kyosho appears to be turning more RPM than the other one. I haven't run a tach on it yet. I actually didn't throw it away....it's mounted in a small...
Forum: Electric General Discussion
11-23-2003, 09:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,994
Posted By YarSmytheJr

RE: Goldberg Electra - Suggested Motor and Prop?

I've already built the kit for direct drive (the way the motor mounts).

What new motor options with a planetary gear box does anyone recommend for this kit? I was checking out the Aveox...
Forum: Batteries & Chargers
11-23-2003, 06:44 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,967
Posted By YarSmytheJr

RE: Triton....What problems have you had???

I just picked up a new Triton charger today. The one problem I have (so far) is charging my 12volt, 7amp lead battery.

I've selected the battery type, the charging amps (2.3) and the volts...
Forum: Glow Engines
11-22-2003, 09:42 AM
Replies: 125
Views: 16,819
Posted By YarSmytheJr

RE: All Time Favorite Engine

I was kinda surprised that there weren't many O/S lovers out there....oh well.

My favorite is an O/S .15 Max. Thing runs like a dream. It's on an old Kyosho Cardinal 10 (discontinued) and...
Forum: Kit Building
11-22-2003, 09:20 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,349
Posted By YarSmytheJr

RE: Do I really need these?

Two pencils (eraser side up!) have always been my tools for CG setup. As for throws, I put in as much as I can without straining the servos and then configure my rates at 50%. After the first few...
Forum: The Clubhouse
11-22-2003, 09:16 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,312
Posted By YarSmytheJr

RE: What kind of airplane is this?

I think that it's a pylon racer. Can't say I know the name of it....but you might try searching "Reno Races" and see what that turns up.
Forum: RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring
11-22-2003, 09:15 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,658
Posted By YarSmytheJr

RE: can you help me please??????

Straight away is better for hand tossing. A common problem for beginners thinking an angle gives you height when in fact, you're closer to putting it into a stall because of its lack of speed. BIG...
Forum: E-Flight Power Sources
11-22-2003, 09:08 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 734
Posted By YarSmytheJr

Simple 6/7-cell field charger?

I fly a few electric 400-speed airplanes utilizing 6/7 sub-c Ni-Cd cells around 1700mAh and 1900mAh. Nothing fancy. I have two methods of charging the batteries right now. An overnight Hobbico...
Forum: Profile and Fun Flying Planes
11-19-2003, 09:54 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,661
Posted By YarSmytheJr

RE: New Indestructible Profile??

Neato Flippin' Rooney!!

That sucker is awesome....and so is the pilot! Gotta give him a huge pat on the back for keeping the thrill alive in R/C flying. Can't wait 'till the kit's available. ...
Forum: Crash & Rebuild
11-17-2003, 08:45 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,474
Posted By YarSmytheJr

RE: Big B-25 crash

My take on the crash: In the video, the first landing attempt hit hard on the left side, possibly damaging the left prop. The plane is given full throttle in an attempt to gain altitude and come...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
11-17-2003, 08:37 AM
Replies: 126
Views: 32,594
Posted By YarSmytheJr

RE: Zioli P38 construction

I'm sure it will take a lot of time to build AND document your assembly....but you've got some readers VERY interested in watching the progress of your P-38. Please keep the information and photos...
Forum: Crash & Rebuild
11-17-2003, 12:27 AM
Replies: 204
Views: 28,472
Posted By YarSmytheJr

RE: Congrats Shaun/battery thoughts..

Edge 540, et all:

Does your friend often fly planes belonging to other people without them being there?

I've read the entire thread. It is an interesting story. We've heard all about...
Forum: Questions and Answers
11-16-2003, 11:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,058
Posted By YarSmytheJr

Monokote over CA/fiberglass

I'm trying to attach monokote over a wing joining seam held together with a fiberglass strip covered in CA. I can't get the covering to adhere to the joint. I've tried various heat settings...but...
Forum: Crash & Rebuild
11-13-2003, 12:46 AM
Replies: 160
Views: 57,335
Posted By YarSmytheJr

RE: Jet crash video

I went through the video again and the cloud coverage changes too much....so they're probably from different days.

Man-o-man. This place needs a "DO NOT FLY HERE" sign at the entrance. How...
Showing results 1 to 25 of 35
 
Page 1 of 2
1
2


 
Forum Jump

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

Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.