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Forum: ARF or RTF
09-07-2005, 08:08 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,908
Posted By HillHopper

RE: pics of flying p-51 mustang

yea I will cut the speed brakes off. BUT the wing problem is NOT with the nylon screws. The problem is with the wooden dowels. The dowels in the wing do not align with the holes in the fuselage. I...
Forum: ARF or RTF
09-07-2005, 09:02 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,908
Posted By HillHopper

RE: pics of flying p-51 mustang

I just purchased the P51. I have been trainers since Feb. I have 2 problems with the assembly so I have not been able to fly it yet. First the speed brakes will not set straight because it sits on...
Forum: Beginners
09-06-2005, 01:05 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 13,139
Posted By HillHopper

RE: P51- TRAINER FROM HORIZON

Well I have not flown the P51 yet so I can't comment on the flight as it relates to beginners as I said I would do. The reason is that I have not got the plane assembled. As stated before I have no...
Forum: Beginners
08-25-2005, 09:09 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 13,139
Posted By HillHopper

RE: P51- TRAINER FROM HORIZON

sound advise and I will be looking for your posted results. You think this is a problem with the design of the plane or maybe something just not right in the assembly?
Forum: Beginners
08-25-2005, 08:42 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 13,139
Posted By HillHopper

RE: P51- TRAINER FROM HORIZON

as a new pilot going to try the P51 this weekend I have a question gboulton. When u said "stay on the elevator" did u mean full up from standing start to rotation?
Forum: Beginners
08-24-2005, 08:52 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 13,139
Posted By HillHopper

RE: P51- TRAINER FROM HORIZON

Well I'll add my 2 cents. I did my solo 2 week ago and picked up my P51 today. I looked at some of the above mentioned potential trouble areas BEFORE I paid for it. The cowl looks good and no...
Forum: Beginners
06-06-2005, 12:20 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,896
Posted By HillHopper

RE: Blocking up a Pitts muffler

Ok so other post here says JB weld will soften up in the muffler, fuel and heat I assume. I have looked for the "steel putty" mentioned above and have not found any at the automotive stores. My pipes...
Forum: Beginners
06-02-2005, 11:08 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,896
Posted By HillHopper

RE: Blocking up a Pitts muffler

I will see what a machine shop thinks - if not them then I'll try something like the steel putty and see what happen - muffler no good as it is I assume so nothing to lose.
I'll post the results...
Forum: Beginners
06-02-2005, 10:29 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,896
Posted By HillHopper

RE: Blocking up a Pitts muffler

Yea I tried lowes and HD and they didnt know what I was talking about. I will try auto parts store. Thanks
OBTW - Most brands says it resistant to chemicals. Has anyone actually used it on a...
Forum: Beginners
06-02-2005, 08:41 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,896
Posted By HillHopper

RE: Blocking up a Pitts muffler

Hey txaggie08 - where can u find the steel putty. I know there are several brands but I've never been able to locate a local outlet for any of it. I have a pitts muffler that needs some repair/
Forum: Beginners
05-26-2005, 09:52 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,238
Posted By HillHopper

RE: Remote needle valve question

wow - didnt know all that as a result of a remote NV. But seem all the new engines I've looked at has a remote NV. This is my first one so we will see what happens Sunday on maiden flight
Forum: Beginners
05-25-2005, 01:26 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,238
Posted By HillHopper

RE: Remote needle valve question

No way to mount the remote on the firewall on my superstar 60 as it is built. The engine/front gear mount consumes the entire firewall area. Without changing the existing engine mount the only place...
Forum: Beginners
05-18-2005, 10:15 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,238
Posted By HillHopper

RE: Remote needle valve question

Thanks MinnFlyer
Forum: Beginners
05-18-2005, 10:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,238
Posted By HillHopper

Remote needle valve question

Just got an Evolution61 and want to mount on hobbieco super star 60. This engine has a remote needle valve and to mount on the hobbie star I would have to cut a deep slot in the side for the remote...
Forum: Beginners
05-12-2005, 10:04 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 956
Posted By HillHopper

RE: building question

aircub is right. I just did my first hinges and drilled a small hole in the center of the slot and worked great. Also used the small extension. No Ca but on the hinge. This forum is great. I got that...
Forum: Beginners
04-24-2005, 01:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 618
Posted By HillHopper

RE: Trim Stripe Question Kadet Senior

Thanks Campy - I guess the logical alternative would be use covering and make the trim stripes. They say the plane is covered in Aerokote. What covering would work with that and what is the best way...
Forum: Beginners
04-24-2005, 10:37 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 618
Posted By HillHopper

Trim Stripe Question Kadet Senior

Ok guys, the kadet senior ARF is progressing well thanks to some great replys to my questions in this forum. The manual said that they used trim tape on their prototypes and it looked great. They...
Forum: Beginners
04-22-2005, 10:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 675
Posted By HillHopper

RE: Kadet Senior ARF assembly questions -

Thanks for the info perry. Can you tell me where to position the 1/4 ply for the tail wheel in the air frame. Once the rear stabs are in place you cannot get inside the air frame so I want to make...
Forum: Beginners
04-22-2005, 08:23 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 675
Posted By HillHopper

RE: Kadet Senior ARF assembly questions -

Thanks for the reply PTS - Do you surround the tank completely with 1/4 foam? Do I need to buy a tail wheel now in order to correctly place the 1/4 ply for future use? What did you use for the main...
Forum: Beginners
04-21-2005, 09:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 675
Posted By HillHopper

Kadet Senior ARF assembly questions -

I just got the Sig Kadet Senior ARF. The instructions does not mention any thing about foam around the fuel tank when installing. Looking at several post here it seems to be a recomended thing to do....
Forum: Beginners
04-12-2005, 11:34 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,354
Posted By HillHopper

RE: Feeling severe newbie dollar pain - need advise

Gee thanks to all you guys for your help and comments. CAMPY and BUBBAGATE I appreciate your information. From the post here I guess we didnt do a real through job of checking out planes that had not...
Forum: Beginners
04-11-2005, 10:29 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,354
Posted By HillHopper

RE: Feeling severe newbie dollar pain - need advise

Nope he was flying the plane alone. I have no reason to lie here. I'm looking for help.This was first flight after I bought them. He was checking them out for me. Like I said planes had new engines...
Forum: Beginners
04-11-2005, 07:57 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,354
Posted By HillHopper

RE: Feeling severe newbie dollar pain - need advise

The planes had completely radio, transmitter, and servos. The general concensus was that each plane had a problem that didnt show until in flight. Since both were used it is hard to tell what they...
Forum: Beginners
04-11-2005, 04:19 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,354
Posted By HillHopper

Feeling severe newbie dollar pain - need advise

I just purchased a Sig Kadet Senior - This after crashing 2 used but expensive trainers. My instructor inspected both before flight including range check, batt check, servo check, and of course...
Forum: Beginners
03-20-2005, 10:58 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,931
Posted By HillHopper

RE: Request for comments on Sig Kadet Senior

Thanks for all the comments. This helps a lot
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