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Forum: Beginners
06-09-2004, 12:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 825
Posted By AlStack

RE: Not Trying To Start The After Run Oil Debate

You don't want to be constanly removing the valve covers, your just asking for a torn gasket or dirt. Remove the valve covers for your annual valve adjustment, and lube up everything then. After...
Forum: Beginners
06-09-2004, 12:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 647
Posted By AlStack

RE: Wrinkles under decals.

[quote]ORIGINAL: MAJSteve

Get hold of some SolvaSet at the LHS.

It is the best way to get your decals to conform to any surface. A covering iron will ruin a decal. Another thing you...
Forum: Beginners
04-28-2004, 12:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 927
Posted By AlStack

RE: scale(like) second aircraft

My second plane was a Top Flite Contender, Gold Edition. I know it is not scale but it looks like a Texan. It is a kit and not an ARF. It is a good choice for a second plane & first low winger. It...
Forum: Beginners
04-15-2004, 02:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,300
Posted By AlStack

RE: why do you never get a reply from local clubs when you email them

Our club is just getting a web site set up. It's alot of work and then someone needs to maintain it. The hobby is the airplanes not the paperwork.

The best idea is to call the local hobby...
Forum: Beginners
04-15-2004, 09:21 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 952
Posted By AlStack

RE: Does anybody know of a good ARF that takes off and lands on Grass?

I have a Tower .60 trainer and don't have any problem off of a rough club field and at my home field, which is very well groomed no problem at all. At the rough field some of the folks use the...
Forum: Kit Building
12-24-2003, 11:12 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 14,329
Posted By AlStack

RE: What's YOUR winter project?

I'm starting a Balsa USA .60 size Eindecker. This will be my first attempt at an almost scale plane. The folks at Balsa USA gave me plenty of good tips on making it a good stable flyer.

Al
Forum: Beginners
12-24-2003, 11:06 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 890
Posted By AlStack

RE: New Plane Decision

I agree with ksechler. I built my first kit while I was learning (Still learning) on my trainer. I built a Top Flite Gold Edition Contender and powered it with a .91 SAITO. It has only been test...
12-23-2003, 03:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 383
Posted By AlStack

Forum: Beginners
12-21-2003, 01:00 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,166
Posted By AlStack

RE: Symthoms of being alergic to CA glue??

Ventilation is a must with any glues you use. Anytime you have a substance using up the available O2 in the air you can have a problem.

Feb 2004 issue of MAN has a great article on all types of...
Forum: Beginners
12-19-2003, 11:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,719
Posted By AlStack

RE: How do I fuel-proof decals?

I have had good luck with fresh applications by first sealing the decal to the sheet with a good fuel proof paint. Then after it is completly dry, 24hrs, cut it to the shape you want and slide it...
12-19-2003, 09:40 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 383
Posted By AlStack

How do I Rate Stuff??

Where do I go to rate equipment ie Kits, Motors, Radios etc that I own? There is a review section on my info page but how do I access it?

I've looked around and I am sure I am missing it...
12-16-2003, 06:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 446
Posted By AlStack

JR/Horizon Great Service

Hi Danny,

Just wanted to let you know and anyone who cares to read this, that the service at JR is fantastic. Super fast turn around and fair prices.

I sent my new/used JR 8103 in for an...
12-03-2003, 06:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 537
Posted By AlStack

RE: 8103 FM Transmitter Module

Thanks again Danny,

Since the radio is used, I'll just send it in to you folks and have the techies check it out and set it up on channel 35 for me.

AL
12-02-2003, 11:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 537
Posted By AlStack

8103 FM Transmitter Module

Hi Danny,

You may have answered this before, but I couldn't find it.

Is the FM Transmitter module for the XP8103 Air Transmitter matched to its crystal or can the crystal be chaged to...
Forum: Seaplanes
11-08-2003, 02:31 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 409
Posted By AlStack

RE: explorer floats + tower .61 trainer + ????

I used the aircore floats on my trainer & they seem to be ok. I haven't flown it off the water, but works fine off the snow.

AL
Forum: Beginners
11-06-2003, 11:29 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 889
Posted By AlStack

RE: Hello...I have a problem...

Hang in there bowfish. I have yet to solo and crashed my trainer. My instructor kinda relaxes when I fly than OOOOOOPS! Sooner or later I'll learn. I do OK with my electric Fighter Bird, slow is...
10-19-2003, 11:51 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,029
Posted By AlStack

RE: Inkjet decals don't work!

I have used ink jet decal paper for my decals without ant problem. Four things to remember as mentioned above.

1. Make sure the covering material is perfectly clean.
2. Float the decals on...
Forum: Beginners
09-13-2003, 01:39 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 616
Posted By AlStack

RE: T F Contender, taildragger conversion?

I agree with Charlie P. The design of the Contender limits it's conversion IMHO. And if you built it with the optional flap like I did that could (would?) cause even more problems. If you try it...
08-13-2003, 06:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 616
Posted By AlStack

Using Buddy Cord Mode 1 - Mode 2

Thanks Danny,

As always you are very helpful.

AL
08-13-2003, 04:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 616
Posted By AlStack

Using Buddy Cord Mode 1 - Mode 2

Hi Danny,

I have a JR X421EX mode 1 and a JR PrPro Max Mode 2. Both radios independently control my planes on channel 35. Can these radios be used together or will the mode differences cause a...
Forum: Beginners
08-12-2003, 02:57 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 10,327
Posted By AlStack

Favorite Trainer

My favorite is my Tower .60. With my 52 year old eyes, it is easy to see way up there three mistakes high.

AL
Forum: Kit Building
08-08-2003, 11:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 826
Posted By AlStack

TF Contender

I agree the TF Contender is not a fast build but was great fun. I learned alot about kit building and the plane turned out fine. I put a Saito .91 in mine.

Here is the link to my Contender kit...
Forum: Beginners
07-21-2003, 04:43 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,528
Posted By AlStack

Wing Bolts verses Rubber Bands

Nope Plane went straight in no bounce just thud!! Lucky me it was a wet muddudy spot. I was only using 8 rubber bands. I have modified the fuse & wing with hardwood blocks and glassed the center...
Forum: Seaplanes
07-21-2003, 04:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 572
Posted By AlStack

Floats for a trainer......

I used the US Aircore floats on my Tower .60 Trainer seem to work ok and weren't expensive.

There is a pic in my gallery.

AL
Forum: Beginners
07-11-2003, 01:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,153
Posted By AlStack

beginner / Trainer... First SLAM DUNK OUCH...

Here is the link to my first serious crash:

http://www.rcuniverse.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=930008

Lots of interesting replies. Good luck in rebuilding.

All
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