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Forum: Kit Building
03-28-2008, 10:58 AM
Replies: 258
Views: 18,011
Posted By carsondoc

RE: 4* 60 first time build by 67 yr. old

Hey dapam, looks like it's going well. I just finished my first kit, 4*60, and just read you were going to use Ultracote. I think that's a good choice. I did mine with ultracote and am pretty...
Forum: Kit Building
03-10-2008, 02:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,523
Posted By carsondoc

Trimming with Ultracote

I'm working on covering my wing for a 4*60 and need advice about using Ultracote over Ultracote for some trim pieces. I'll be putting a 4"x10" piece of trim over a covered wing bay. Should I use a...
Forum: Kit Building
03-06-2008, 11:54 AM
Replies: 258
Views: 18,011
Posted By carsondoc

RE: 4* 60 first time build by 67 yr. old

I just finished building a 4*60 and used epoxy for fuelproofing. If you paint some 30 minute epoxy on and hit it with the heat gun for a couple seconds it will become very watery and you can spread...
Forum: Kit Building
02-27-2008, 03:12 PM
Replies: 258
Views: 18,011
Posted By carsondoc

RE: 4* 60 first time build by 67 yr. old

Bookmark this link and read the thread. This will give you a very good overview on building.

http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_3439708/mpage_1/key_/tm.htm



Also, consider bookmarking...
Forum: Kit Building
02-07-2008, 01:08 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,517
Posted By carsondoc

RE: Four Star 60 R.I.P.

TeeBee, I remember seeing pictures of that plane before! You did a beautiful job on it. As someone who's about 85% through his first kit (4*60) those photos make my teeth hurt. I know how much...
Forum: Questions and Answers
02-06-2008, 11:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,722
Posted By carsondoc

RE: Needle Valve Extension

Thanks DeadEye. That's what I needed. I did know about the set screw in the needle valve and happen to have some 2-56 push rod lying around along with some Sullivan products.
Forum: Questions and Answers
02-06-2008, 11:36 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,722
Posted By carsondoc

Needle Valve Extension

I need to put an extension on the needle valve of my OS 91 Surpass engine so that I can adjust the carb from outside the cowling. What do you use to do this? Thanks.
Forum: Kit Building
01-18-2008, 03:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 950
Posted By carsondoc

RE: canopy questions for 4*60

That's the ticket! Thank you very much--I knew I had seen it on here somewhere before.
Forum: Kit Building
01-17-2008, 03:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 950
Posted By carsondoc

RE: canopy questions for 4*60

you got it kbear
Forum: Kit Building
01-17-2008, 02:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 950
Posted By carsondoc

RE: canopy questions for 4*60

Thanks for the advice. That helps a lot.

I was not completely clear WRT cutting the canopy. I don't like the way the canopy bubbles up on the 4*60 and I want to cut it down to be more sleek. ...
Forum: Kit Building
01-17-2008, 12:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 950
Posted By carsondoc

canopy questions for 4*60

I'm building a 4*60 and need some advice for the canopy. I've seen some photos of "cut down" canopies for the 4*60 and some blacked-out canopies that I think look good. My questions are 1) How do...
Forum: Kit Building
01-07-2008, 05:50 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 573
Posted By carsondoc

Beginner's Build Questions

I'm building my first kit (Sig 4* 60). I'm using wood glue to build this kit. The instructions only talk about CA glue and call for going back over every joint (both sides) and re-gluing at the...
Forum: Questions and Answers
12-31-2007, 12:09 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,694
Posted By carsondoc

Feedback on Magnum Engines

I'm looking for feedback on Magnum engines. Specifically, the .91 Four-stroke. I have a chance to get a new one for under $150 and have only used OS before. Thanks for the advice.
Forum: Questions and Answers
12-07-2007, 01:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 622
Posted By carsondoc

RE: battey question

Ideally, you will want to charge your batteries at a C/10 rate. Therefore, for your 2700mAh battery, you will want a charger that will charge at a 270mA (I'm sure something that charges at 250mA...
Forum: Questions and Answers
11-14-2007, 04:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,191
Posted By carsondoc

RE: Gloves

chicken stick?
Forum: Questions and Answers
11-09-2007, 03:55 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,552
Posted By carsondoc

Ultracote -vs- Monocote

I'm about to start covering my first plane. Ultacote or Monocote?

Have heard Ultracote is a little easier to use. What's the consensus from experienced users? Thanks.
Forum: Questions and Answers
11-05-2007, 04:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,527
Posted By carsondoc

Engine Prices -vs- Quality

I'm ready to move to my second plane and need an engine for it. I have been flying a Sig LT-40 with an OS .46 engine and haven't had any problems with it. My second plane is a Sig 4* 60 and I have...
Forum: Beginners
11-05-2007, 03:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 473
Posted By carsondoc

RE: What else do I need?

Hey Burr, check this article out. It pretty much goes through what you're about to.

http://www.masportaviator.com/ah.asp?CatID=1&ID=109
Forum: Beginners
10-23-2007, 02:03 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,576
Posted By carsondoc

RE: what to do?

I don't know enough about the various options to provide much help but I do want to commend you, Richard, for taking an interest and helping this young man out. Good job!
Forum: Questions and Answers
10-18-2007, 03:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,217
Posted By carsondoc

RE: Magnetic Building Boards

That's what I needed. Thanks Ken.

I have seen the one done by the guy at AirField Models and agree that it looks much more sturdy and comprehensive. He sells one for about $250 but I don't...
Forum: Questions and Answers
10-18-2007, 02:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,217
Posted By carsondoc

Magnetic Building Boards

Is a magnetic building board worth the money?
Forum: Glow Engines
10-12-2007, 04:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 852
Posted By carsondoc

O.S. 75AX

Anybody tried the OS 75AX yet? Feedback?
Forum: Questions and Answers
10-11-2007, 03:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,113
Posted By carsondoc

RE: battery duration

Roknhs, you may not be charging with enough current. Check out these articles, they should clear this up for you.

http://www.masportaviator.com/ah.asp?CatID=2&ID=146
...
Forum: Beginners
10-10-2007, 01:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 476
Posted By carsondoc

RE: battery storage

Check out this series of articles on batteries. I think you'll find what you need.

http://www.masportaviator.com/ah.asp?CatID=2&ID=164&index=0
Forum: Batteries & Chargers
10-09-2007, 02:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 858
Posted By carsondoc

RE: Do you cycle your NiCd Rx/Tx Batteries?

Thanks guys. I now know more about NiCd batteries than I ever thought I wanted to. Appreciate the help.
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