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Forum: RC Humor
02-05-2011, 04:30 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,279
Posted By Arkitexas

RE: What's your pocket knife? What ya suggest to go with?

I've carried this for the past 37 years. Have lost 1, worn out 2, and trash canned 1 at airport security.
Forum: RC Humor
12-16-2010, 01:06 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,540
Posted By Arkitexas

RE: poor rc truck...pretty funny video..

This is real life. If you are going to prank someone be prepared for the possibility of ending up on the losing end.
Forum: RC Humor
09-05-2010, 02:47 PM
Replies: 181
Views: 74,680
Posted By Arkitexas

RE: Totally Useless Facts

And in automobiles, the driver is often in the back seat!

Rick
Forum: Electric General Discussion
04-05-2010, 09:53 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 791
Posted By Arkitexas

RE: Battery Help

Scotty:

Common Sence RC #3S1350-20 = www.commonsenserc.com/product_info.php?cPath=37_31&products_id=45
OR
Cheap Battery Packs #TP1350-3CPL2 =...
Forum: Electric General Discussion
03-26-2010, 11:02 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 981
Posted By Arkitexas

RE: Burned Up Motor - Post Mortem help needed

Steve:

Electric power to motors is measured in volts and amps. Motors are designed to be most efficient at a particular volt/amp combination. Within reason you can vary from these optimum...
Forum: Electric General Discussion
03-24-2010, 10:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 981
Posted By Arkitexas

RE: Burned Up Motor - Post Mortem help needed

Steve:

It appears that you selected a fair match of motor and ESC. The battery will work fine although a less expensive 10C would have been enough. The mismatch is the prop size. The...
Forum: Electric Training
10-03-2009, 04:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,087
Posted By Arkitexas

RE: Mounting prop on slow stick

My understanding is that the GWS Slow Stick comes with a "prop adapter" (set screw of adapter can barely be seen in the left picture). Depending upon the prop source, you may need to ream or drill...
Forum: Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft
03-15-2009, 01:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 942
Posted By Arkitexas

RE: Help needed - on Zagi BL Motor option

If your wing is an older model set up for a speed 400 motor, the easiest BL upgrade is an inrunner like the Mega 16/15/4 or the HET Typhoon 4W. These motors exactly fit the stock Zagi mount and use...
Forum: Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft
12-22-2008, 03:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,106
Posted By Arkitexas

RE: Zagi no fly?

ThomasR50SE:

There are steps beyond setting the radio to "airplane". You will need to program the radio for "elevon mix" and tinker with various other settings. To aggravate matters, the...
Forum: Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft
12-11-2008, 11:47 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 697
Posted By Arkitexas

RE: sticky tape....

Ian:

Packing tape works well, but if the hinge joint is still too stiff for your liking use 3M "Blenderm" surgical tape. It is very strong and extremely flexible. It is found at some...
Forum: Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft
11-20-2008, 07:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,319
Posted By Arkitexas

RE: Overweight ZAGI What brushless & Prop to make it fly wit some zeel

My XS is equipped with:

Mega 16/15/4
6 x 4 prop
CC Phoenix 25
20C 3S 2P 3000 mAh PolyRC lipo
Coroplast winglets

Goes fast and sounds good.
Forum: Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft
11-18-2008, 02:49 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 963
Posted By Arkitexas

RE: Need advice on first Flying wing!

The bigger the wing, the slower it flies, but can handle the wind better. If you're looking for speed, go for a smaller wing (24" to 30" ) with a brushless motor. I built a stock Zagi XS and then...
Forum: Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft
10-19-2008, 02:26 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 767
Posted By Arkitexas

RE: Ikarus pop flyer pitts

Here is a RCU review which illustrates portions of the assembly process.
http://www.rcuniverse.com/magazine/article_display.cfm?article_id=635

The original instructions are UNIVERSAL which...
Forum: Electric Training
09-03-2008, 11:39 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,658
Posted By Arkitexas

RE: What are the benefits of going Lipo vs Nimhs?

OK, for an apples to apples comparison price both cell types from the same supplier. Besides, the Nimh can deliver 10c to 12c. Pick a 12c Lipo.

Rick
Forum: Electric Training
09-03-2008, 05:43 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,658
Posted By Arkitexas

RE: What are the benefits of going Lipo vs Nimhs?

The other downside of Lipos is the cost. Lipos are twice (+-) the cost of a NiMh of the same mAh. Still, Lipos are the best in the long run.

Rick
Forum: Electric General Discussion
08-03-2008, 05:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,566
Posted By Arkitexas

RE: launching a ZAGI

Here is the overhand launch that can be used with full throttle.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=xkIPRR9RNb0&feature=related

Rick
Forum: Electric General Discussion
07-03-2008, 07:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 741
Posted By Arkitexas

RE: Help with first electric setup

Duh.........The man said Mini XE didn't he?...........He said that, he did!!

22 ounces for the XE.....thats light.

That motor ought to do the job in spades. I still recommend the 30-35 amp...
Forum: Electric General Discussion
07-02-2008, 03:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 741
Posted By Arkitexas

RE: Help with first electric setup

7ender:

Indicating the weight of your plane and HOW you want to fly (slow, aerobatic, 3D) will make a big difference in the motor/ESC/battery combination. If you are running a 5x5 prop with...
Forum: Electric General Discussion
06-22-2008, 11:58 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,466
Posted By Arkitexas

RE: How to "glue" the velcro.

sylvesp:

That, in fact, is a very good question! I had first tried hot melt glue, CA, and epoxy. None worked well since they didn't stick to the slick plastic back of the Velcro. Then I...
Forum: Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft
12-07-2007, 11:38 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,561
Posted By Arkitexas

RE: Help a beginner with some decisions, PLEASE

There are a lot of 3D foamies but very few are EPP (expanded polypropylene). EPP is super tough but at the same time it flexes a lot thus needs a lot of carbon fiber spars. Northeast Sailplanes...
Forum: Electric General Discussion
08-03-2007, 10:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,002
Posted By Arkitexas

RE: trinton 2 a good charger?

I like my Triton but it does not include a cell balancer. You must purchase Electriflys EQUINOX balancer (or another brand) as a separate component. The adapter plugs available for the EQUINOX do...
Forum: Electric General Discussion
06-20-2007, 10:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 638
Posted By Arkitexas

RE: Duel Rates

Scottarowe:

Dual rates refers to the ability to set the travel distance of the control surface. In the old days modifying the control travel meant tinkering with the mechanical linkages by...
Forum: Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft
05-31-2007, 01:14 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 14,024
Posted By Arkitexas

RE: Buying a new ZAGI

Ritewing:

You are correct, the battery hangs outside on the "Speedwing"! Apologies, I tried to edit the error but evidently I can't do so on older posts.

Rick
Forum: Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft
04-03-2007, 09:28 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 14,024
Posted By Arkitexas

RE: Buying a new ZAGI

tam popo:

You can use lipo batteries with brushed motors but the ESC must be lipo compatible. Being lipo compatible means that the ESC will shut off at low voltages peculiar to lipos. As the...
Forum: Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft
04-02-2007, 11:58 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 14,024
Posted By Arkitexas

RE: Buying a new ZAGI

tam popo:

The "up elevator" you refer to is called "reflex" and is typical for all wings. The reflex on my Zagi XS is about 4 degrees when measured from the underside face of the wing and about...
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