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Forum: Gas Engines
06-11-2010, 09:37 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 12,327
Posted By wsantore

RE: Magnum XLS 52G

The engine does exist. Saw it in a trainer over the Memorial Day Weekend, and it ran well. The plane was used to give students and non-flyers time on a Buddy Box and flew all day (and probably all...
Forum: Tips & Techniques
08-27-2008, 11:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,741
Posted By wsantore

RE: Saito 180 Muffler?

Michael,

David's recommendation is sound. I use the following method on my Saitos with success. Clean fittings (both parts) with alcohol. Wrap with teflon tape. Assemble and and tighten...
Forum: Gas Engines
08-04-2008, 06:19 PM
Replies: 6,188
Views: 761,918
Posted By wsantore

RE: DL-50 engine

cavandish,

I also use the 42% opto-kill. You may want to check how the channel you are using to control the opto-kill is set up. Be sure that it is transitioning fully (i.e., -100 to 100%...
Forum: JR Radio & Spektrum Radios
03-12-2007, 11:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,252
Posted By wsantore

RE: JR servos ST 126 MG

Danny,

The info above lists the application as appropriate for 120 size aircraft. Could these be used for 50cc size aileron and elevators? The torque rating meets the requirement for my 50cc...
Forum: Giant Scale Aircraft - 3D & Aerobatic
01-12-2007, 10:10 PM
Replies: 1,125
Views: 80,212
Posted By wsantore

RE: Extreme Flight 88" - First Photos! Build and Discussion

The new DA is an 85. It was being shown flying an H9 Edge at the AMA show today. The DA folks said it would be available in the Spring. They did not have the engine on display though.
Forum: ARF or RTF
08-31-2006, 08:18 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,138
Posted By wsantore

RE: Kadet Senior with OS 70 Surpass - Prop Clearance?

Coastie,

We have a Senior with a Saito 72 and run a 13x6 MA (cheap and takes some abuse if scuffed). Flying off asphalt, we have not had any problem with clearance (there is probably 1 1/2 to 2...
Forum: JR Radio & Spektrum Radios
05-10-2006, 07:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 772
Posted By wsantore

RE: 8103 blown fuse

Danny,

While I concur that the fuse blowing with the radio on is a rare occurrence, it can happen. Recently we were flying a Master-Slave buddy-box set-up with a 6102 and 631, when my son...
Forum: The Clubhouse
05-24-2005, 11:16 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,490
Posted By wsantore

RE: Heading off to Kuwait for 4 Years

Smoggyboy,

There are several places to fly in Kuwait. You want to contact Al-Hamar Hobby Model (LHS) when you arrive (+965-4831083). The main shop is in the lumber souk in Shuwaik and is...
Forum: The Clubhouse
01-16-2005, 11:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,797
Posted By wsantore

RE: Orange County CA Store Locations?

Your best bet is probably Gyro Hobbies, Lake Forest RD, Laguna Hills (or maybe Irvine - I'm not sure). They are just off Interstate 5 (second block south of the freeway on the left). Also, there...
Forum: Glow Engines
08-13-2004, 10:02 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 737
Posted By wsantore

Saito 120S Help Needed

I had my engine stop in flight shortly after take-off (at ~2/3 throttle). The plane didn't make it under/over some power lines and fell ~20 feet to the ground breaking the cowl, spinner and motor...
Forum: 3D Flying!
06-08-2004, 06:11 PM
Replies: 5,407
Views: 433,927
Posted By wsantore

RE: Extreme Flight YAK 54

My Yak is in assembly. I have a new YS 110 for power. What is everyone running for servos? I have JR 8301 and 8401 servos that were planned for the controls (90 and 140 oz-in but with nylon gears;...
Forum: Glow Engines
01-31-2004, 08:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,343
Posted By wsantore

RE: Saito 120S Valve Spring Replacement

Bill,

It took an extra week to get the parts from Horizon due to an order mix-up, but they finally arrived on Thursday. The new springs fit fine, and I wanted to say thank you for your post. ...
Forum: Glow Engines
01-18-2004, 10:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,343
Posted By wsantore

Saito 120S Valve Spring Replacement

My Saito 120S broke its exhaust valve spring.

After losing power on its second flight today and then quitting, the engine had no compression which was traced to the exhaust valve spring. The...
Forum: 3D Flying!
01-01-2004, 11:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,473
Posted By wsantore

RE: Dave Patrick <span class=

Cermark will be producing and selling the Ultimate 40 designed by Dave Patrick. I was at Cermark on Monday to pick up some servo extensions and saw a model (in the DP colors). The Ultimate is one...
Forum: Glow Engines
12-22-2003, 11:56 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,556
Posted By wsantore

RE: Saito 180 or YS 140 Sport??

jcattera,

I have the WM Extra clone of the Goldberg Extra with a Saito 120. It is more than enough power for the plane. You may want to buy an engine based on future utility (and then go with...
Forum: ARF or RTF
12-05-2003, 09:59 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 26,552
Posted By wsantore

RE: Thunder Tiger Super Decathlon????

Claytonj,

Have you finished the Decathlon? How did the weight turn out?
Forum: Glow Engines
04-20-2003, 12:59 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 673
Posted By wsantore

Saito 120 Carb/Choke Assembly Order

While reversing the carb on my 120S, I managed to drop the two spacers (between the choke assy and the carb) and choke parts. One of the spacers is metal, and the other looks like nylon. The fixed...
Forum: JR Radio & Spektrum Radios
02-27-2003, 04:35 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,096
Posted By wsantore

Jr Nes-591

Danny,

I have JR NES-591 high torque servos (70 oz-in) that I would like to use in a World Models Extra-120 (equivalent to the CGM Extra). The model uses one servo each for rudder and elevators. ...
Forum: ARF or RTF
12-16-2002, 06:31 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 511
Posted By wsantore

Sig SE Control Throws

Could someone please list the high/low A/E/R throws (inches) recommended by Sig for the SE ARF?

Thanks,
Bill
Forum: Glow Engines
11-28-2002, 02:32 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 535
Posted By wsantore

Saito 120S Qs

Last week, I bought a used 120S (never run) for a WM Extra 300S. I have a couple of questions before break-in running.

Question 1: The engine has the prop washer and prop nut (tapered end fits...
Forum: ARF or RTF
09-06-2002, 01:19 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,342
Posted By wsantore

Assemblers/Builders

I fly with the Trabuco Flyers in OC. There are a couple guys in the club who assemble planes for reaonable fees if you are interested. Also, Gyro Hobbies usually has a number of assembled planes on...
Forum: ARF or RTF
08-04-2002, 08:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 674
Posted By wsantore

Sig SE ARF Pushrods

I have a Saito 56 powered SE ARF that I am happy with in all respects save one. The Sig supplied pushrods expand badly on hot days which plays havoc with the elevator and rudder trim. SoCal weather...
Forum: ARF or RTF
07-17-2002, 02:17 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,762
Posted By wsantore

Extra with GMS Question

lenough,

Are you using the stock muffler on the GMS 76? If not, what? Can the stock muffler be mounted on this plane without major mods. I have a GMS 76 that I got a deal on that needs a home. ...
Forum: RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros
05-06-2002, 01:41 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 557
Posted By wsantore

JR 631 Flaperon Adjustment Question

I am installing a JR 631 and gear in a Cub. I set up flaperons on the TX to use the AIL and AUX channels for the aileron servos (AIL - right side & AUX - left side). I can adjust the servo travel...
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