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Forum: Engines - All
04-19-2024, 06:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 116
Posted By Navy_Flyer

Yes. They changed the prop hub many years ago to...

Yes. They changed the prop hub many years ago to a single bolt with knurled thrust washer and discontinued the drill jig.
Forum: Engines - All
04-13-2024, 07:19 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 116
Posted By Navy_Flyer

Wanted: RCG 26cc Prop Drill Jig

Have an early RCG 26cc with the 3 bolt hub. Looking for the drill jig for it. I’ve used the front washer as a jig but it doesn’t work well for that purpose.
Forum: RC Scale Aircraft
12-15-2022, 07:53 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,713
Posted By Navy_Flyer

It's finally done - after 26 years of moving it...

It's finally done - after 26 years of moving it around in the storage crate.
...
Forum: Marketplace
11-23-2022, 07:59 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 368
Posted By Navy_Flyer

WTB Ultimate style spinner

I'm in need of a 2-1/4" 3-blade spinner in the Ultimate style. Need to fit MA 12-8 3-blade prop (120 size slots). Prefer aluminum but what have you?
Forum: Kit Building
11-08-2022, 05:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 694
Posted By Navy_Flyer

AMM Super Decathlon

I posted the build of my American Model Manufacturing Super Decathlon on the Giant Scale-General thread. Since I noticed this 'kit building' thread, thought I would post a 'go-to' note here. Please...
Forum: Giant Scale Aircraft - General
11-03-2022, 05:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,720
Posted By Navy_Flyer

After a successful maiden I figured it was time...

After a successful maiden I figured it was time to start to add some detail and pretty her up. Added some Decathlon characteristic metallic gold sunburst to match the pinstriping and wheelpants....
Forum: Giant Scale Aircraft - General
10-23-2022, 05:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,720
Posted By Navy_Flyer

Maiden success!

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Gorgeous no wind day today. Liftoff was perfect,...
Forum: Giant Scale Aircraft - General
10-22-2022, 03:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,720
Posted By Navy_Flyer

Fini! (Well, except for gold starburst stripes...

Fini! (Well, except for gold starburst stripes (maybe)). Maiden tomorrow weather permitting
...
Forum: User Product Reviews
09-30-2022, 12:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,039
Posted By Navy_Flyer

I agree I was very lucky to find it. I used it...

I agree I was very lucky to find it. I used it all! Here is the final product - except for minor areas where I know the wrinkling was deep it still came out pretty good.
...
Forum: Giant Scale Aircraft - General
09-29-2022, 06:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,720
Posted By Navy_Flyer

Getting close to done! Tail complete, braced and...

Getting close to done! Tail complete, braced and rigged. Found some great metallic gold pinstriping at the local auto parts store that matches the gold paint on the wheel pants (and monokote trim...
Forum: Giant Scale Aircraft - General
09-26-2022, 06:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,720
Posted By Navy_Flyer

Painting complete. Tail is covered, braced and rigged.

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Tail covered and bracing installed. ...
Forum: Questions and Answers
09-22-2022, 01:27 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,319
Posted By Navy_Flyer

thanks Dick. Good idea. I’ll play with the gains...

thanks Dick. Good idea. I’ll play with the gains before moving the gyro. I can turn it on and off in flight.
Forum: User Product Reviews
09-21-2022, 08:14 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,039
Posted By Navy_Flyer

Paint compatibility

I was very lucky to find a few cans of Monkote LustreKote at the local hobby shop. Had been there obviously for quite some time, they had a layer of dust on them. Anyway, bought two cans of Jet...
Forum: Giant Scale Aircraft - General
09-18-2022, 09:43 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,720
Posted By Navy_Flyer

Lots of progress on the Super Decathlon. Wings...

Lots of progress on the Super Decathlon. Wings covered, struts complete. Fuselage painted (still need one more coat of green before I unmask it). Servo tray fabricated and installed. Getting close!
...
Forum: Questions and Answers
09-16-2022, 03:04 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,319
Posted By Navy_Flyer

Tested my gyro on my Goldberg Eagle 2. Although...

Tested my gyro on my Goldberg Eagle 2. Although it’s a stable plane and easy to fly, I noticed the gyro really smoothed out the flight considerably. No issues. Next I’ll install it in the...
Forum: Questions and Answers
08-29-2022, 06:59 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,319
Posted By Navy_Flyer

Yes. I have Expo dialed in at 40% and that has...

Yes. I have Expo dialed in at 40% and that has helped a little.
Forum: Questions and Answers
08-29-2022, 06:08 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,319
Posted By Navy_Flyer

I have no issues with the wing incidences or...

I have no issues with the wing incidences or washout. Coupling aileron and rudder is done on full scale aircraft / and on many rc - not sure why you say it’s not advised. Works just fine.
Forum: Giant Scale Aircraft - General
08-27-2022, 05:32 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,720
Posted By Navy_Flyer

The 91 should be plenty of power. I have a Saito...

The 91 should be plenty of power. I have a Saito 125 I can drop in if needed but I don’t think I’ll need it. The cabinet windows are just flat plastic and glue to the inside of the fuselage.
Forum: Giant Scale Aircraft - General
08-19-2022, 07:08 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,720
Posted By Navy_Flyer

AMM Super Decathlon

I bought the American Model Manufacturing (AMM) Super Decathlon kit way way back in 1995-96 timeframe. I started it, then put it up, stored it (long story) - it was about 50% finished. Recently, I...
Forum: Questions and Answers
08-16-2022, 07:16 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,319
Posted By Navy_Flyer

I'm flying a Bucker Jungmeister. Biggest issue is...

I'm flying a Bucker Jungmeister. Biggest issue is with adverse yaw during turns. I changed the aileron throws from 100% both directions to 100% up and 40% down and that's helped and I've been using...
Forum: Questions and Answers
08-15-2022, 08:27 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,319
Posted By Navy_Flyer

Question on use of GYRO

Old guy here, been flying RC since 1976... yeah, I know...

Just bought an HG3XA 3-axis gyro in hopes it would help me fly a very unfriendly scale biplane - LOTS of adverse yaw and directional...
Forum: Glow Engines
05-17-2022, 09:02 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 11,461
Posted By Navy_Flyer

Flying a Seagull Bucker Jungmeister biplane,...

Flying a Seagull Bucker Jungmeister biplane, weighs 13 lbs.
Forum: Glow Engines
05-16-2022, 05:53 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 11,461
Posted By Navy_Flyer

There is no velocity stack on my engine. This is...

There is no velocity stack on my engine. This is their 'newer' engine, no choke or stack. Are you saying a 16-6 is not correct? I don't get much better with a 15-8 either. Both props are...
Forum: Glow Engines
05-14-2022, 03:32 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 11,461
Posted By Navy_Flyer

Im estimating 1/2-3/4 gal of fuel max.

Im estimating 1/2-3/4 gal of fuel max.
Forum: Glow Engines
05-14-2022, 11:05 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 11,461
Posted By Navy_Flyer

Just test ran the 125 after the valve adjustment....

Just test ran the 125 after the valve adjustment. I saw a little improvement. With Byron YS 20/20 fuel and APC 16-6 prop, got 8620 peak, idle at 2100 smooth transition. With PowerMaster 10%...
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