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Forum: User Product Reviews
11-25-2023, 06:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,728
Posted By Cvans

Thanks for posting your thoughts on the 4 Star...

Thanks for posting your thoughts on the 4 Star 60. Having a 15cc engine your comments were appreciated. I'll be looking at that plane in the future.
Forum: Engines - All
11-11-2023, 10:22 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,144
Posted By Cvans

The last time I looked I still had a muffler for...

The last time I looked I still had a muffler for the .80-4 if your interested.
Chris
Forum: Engines - All
11-11-2023, 10:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,736
Posted By Cvans

I've used WD-40 for loosening up engines that are...

I've used WD-40 for loosening up engines that are gummed up with old castor oil. I wouldn't use it for a rust preventative or as an after run oil. Marvel Mystery oil or even 2 cycle oil would be...
Forum: Beginners
11-03-2023, 08:19 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 530
Posted By Cvans

I owned one of these years ago (same colors) with...

I owned one of these years ago (same colors) with an Enya .80 four stroke and it was a wonderful plane. I still have the tail hanging on the wall in my shop. I wish they were still available in this...
Forum: Gas Engines
11-03-2023, 08:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,225
Posted By Cvans

Anymore progress on this project. Looking forward...

Anymore progress on this project. Looking forward to seeing how it turns out for you.
Forum: Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC
10-31-2023, 05:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,852
Posted By Cvans

Do you think a evolution 15cc would pull one the...

Do you think a evolution 15cc would pull one the size you built or would 65" be better. I'm just getting back into RC after 20 years and would like something that slows down nicely for landing. I...
Forum: Giant Scale Aircraft - 3D & Aerobatic
10-31-2023, 10:01 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,060
Posted By Cvans

Well it's 20 years later Ugo andif your still...

Well it's 20 years later Ugo andif your still around I finally flew the plane. It flew fine but it's hard to land. You'd think it was part kangaroo the way it bounced down the runway. I had another...
Forum: Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC
10-31-2023, 09:46 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,852
Posted By Cvans

Thank you for the video. Brings back memories. If...

Thank you for the video. Brings back memories. If I remember right these were an easy plane to build. Looks like yours flies very nicely.
Forum: Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC
10-30-2023, 05:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,852
Posted By Cvans

If they made a 20 0r 25 size I built one of those...

If they made a 20 0r 25 size I built one of those years ago. If I remember correctly on the first flight the on off switch on the plane malfunctioned and the plane was totaled before I had a chance...
Forum: S.P.A.D. Aircraft - Coroplast design
10-29-2023, 06:06 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,643
Posted By Cvans

Back into SPAD's

I started out in Coro when I built my first Armadillo. That was what, 20 or more years ago. Then got into flying large SPAD's with converted chain saw engines. I really liked those as they were...
Forum: RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros
01-11-2015, 07:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 914
Posted By Cvans

Thanks for your input Buzz. I started this RC...

Thanks for your input Buzz.
I started this RC thing back in the early 70's with a Kraft 2 channel brick. Been able to pretty much keep up with things until I took a breather a few years ago. Torque...
Forum: RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros
01-11-2015, 07:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 914
Posted By Cvans

Thanks for your replies. They have been very...

Thanks for your replies. They have been very helpful. I too have had excellent luck with HS servos.
Forum: RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros
01-10-2015, 09:45 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 914
Posted By Cvans

Thanks for the reply. Hard to catch up.

Thanks for the reply. Hard to catch up.
Forum: RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros
01-09-2015, 01:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 914
Posted By Cvans

Understanding servo sizes

I've been away for a few years and things have changed a lot. We used to purchase our servos by size and torque. I need to purchase some new ones and the terminology leaves me lost. When they refer...
Forum: RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring
04-18-2007, 10:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,797
Posted By Cvans

RE: Gentlelady CG location?

Thanks for your help guys. I just got back into town and noticed your replies.
Chris
Forum: Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC
04-02-2007, 12:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 977
Posted By Cvans

RE: The Buzzards balance point.

Thanks guys. I think I will start at the suggested forward CG and work my way back. I really appreciate your help!
Chris
Forum: RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring
04-02-2007, 07:20 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,797
Posted By Cvans

RE: Gentlelady CG location?

Thanks for the reply. I will give that a try. I didn't want to sort thru all the post on the Gentlelady. Sounds like I have a winner here.
Thanks again'
Chris
Forum: RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring
04-01-2007, 10:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,797
Posted By Cvans

Gentlelady CG location?

I picked up a Gentlelady last weekend and need to know how far back from the leading edge of the wing the CG is located. The builder passed away so I am unable to get the plans. I would have liked to...
Forum: Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC
04-01-2007, 09:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 977
Posted By Cvans

The Buzzards balance point.

I see after doing a search that there have been several different versions of this plane and as many different locations for the CG. Mine does have the built up tail surfaces. Any Ideas or help would...
Forum: ARF or RTF
01-08-2006, 08:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 610
Posted By Cvans

RE: Do I understand this correctly?

It's going to be a glow powered (OS-FS70) Frontier Senior. Using it as a payload hauler. Unfortunately I took the wings out of the bags last night and I have 14 damaged wing ribs [:o]. Not a mark on...
Forum: ARF or RTF
01-08-2006, 07:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 610
Posted By Cvans

Do I understand this correctly?

It is OK to use the World Models fuel tanks but the tanks stopper should be replaced. Will the sullivan stopper work?
Thanks,
Chris
Forum: Seaplanes
12-11-2005, 10:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 891
Posted By Cvans

RE: Float plane conversion and exposed servos?

I really appreciate your replies. Your advise and photos have been a great help.
Thanks again!!!!!
Chris
Forum: Seaplanes
12-10-2005, 11:45 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 891
Posted By Cvans

Float plane conversion and exposed servos?

I'm converting a large scale plane to floats. The plane now has the rudder and elevator servos exposed in the rear of the fuselage. Do these servos have to be moved inside the fuselage? [:o] Or can...
Forum: Giant Scale Aircraft - 3D & Aerobatic
11-18-2005, 11:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,060
Posted By Cvans

RE: Struts or No Struts on a Robinhood 99

Hi Ugo! No I haven't flown it yet. It is still hanging from the shop ceiling waiting for your reply.Just Kidding!!!!I am hoping to fly it this spring. We have a hard time keeping a good flying site...
Forum: Seaplanes
10-11-2005, 08:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,118
Posted By Cvans

RE: Robinhood 80 float question?

Well I went ahead and ordered a set of Ralph Smith's 1/4 scale floats today. He says they should be here Thursday. Now the learning curve starts again. Actually a number of years ago I had a .25...
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