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Forum: Crash & Rebuild
05-31-2010, 07:55 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,822
Posted By JimmyDeQuinn

RE: Help!!!! It happened in SLOW MOTION *CRASH*

Today I finally took the plane out to the air field for the re-maiden voyage!!!! After a few of the members looked over the plane and made a few adjustments to the tank, we were able to get her back...
Forum: Beginners
05-24-2010, 09:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,079
Posted By JimmyDeQuinn

RE: Help ~ My Engine is a Plucker!!!!

I found this in another forum. Can anyone add to this?

There's one thing to remember about tuning. Rich is good and lean is BAD!
So, how can you tell if it's rich or lean? First, start the...
Forum: Crash & Rebuild
05-24-2010, 09:18 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,822
Posted By JimmyDeQuinn

RE: Help!!!! It happened in SLOW MOTION *CRASH*

Very Helpful Larry... Thx a bunch
Forum: Beginners
05-24-2010, 09:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,079
Posted By JimmyDeQuinn

Help ~ My Engine is a Plucker!!!!

After taking the weekend to rebuild my plane after my first crash I finally got to the point where I am testing my engine, but it seems to be running to lean or something, but Im not sure how to fix...
Forum: Crash & Rebuild
05-24-2010, 09:01 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,822
Posted By JimmyDeQuinn

RE: Help!!!! It happened in SLOW MOTION *CRASH*

What about the Gas Tank? I started the engine and the gas tank slides backwards from the vibration. What should I use to hold the tank in place to the firewall?
Forum: Crash & Rebuild
05-24-2010, 04:36 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,822
Posted By JimmyDeQuinn

RE: Help!!!! It happened in SLOW MOTION *CRASH*

I spent the weekend rebuilding my plane and I must say rebuilding it is just as much fun as flying it. What should I use to attach the new balsa to the top and bottom of the fuselage? CA or Epoxy?...
Forum: Crash & Rebuild
05-21-2010, 08:59 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,822
Posted By JimmyDeQuinn

RE: Help!!!! It happened in SLOW MOTION *CRASH*

Thanks everyone for the advice. One thing is for sure, I wont be buying a new fuselage. That would be a complete waste of money and kind of defeats the purpose of the hobby I think. Im excited...
Forum: Beginners
05-20-2010, 10:43 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,131
Posted By JimmyDeQuinn

RE: Egg all over my face!!!

lol
Forum: Crash & Rebuild
05-20-2010, 09:42 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,822
Posted By JimmyDeQuinn

RE: Help!!!! It happened in SLOW MOTION *CRASH*

The link doesn't work.
Forum: Beginners
05-20-2010, 09:12 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,131
Posted By JimmyDeQuinn

RE: Egg all over my face!!!

The crash happened on take off... Everything was going good down the runway, but when the plane took off I kinda freaked out and backed off the throttle when I should have left the throttle open. ...
Forum: Crash & Rebuild
05-20-2010, 09:05 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,822
Posted By JimmyDeQuinn

RE: Help!!!! It happened in SLOW MOTION *CRASH*

Thanks a million gboulton. I think I've got it [sm=confused_smile.gif]. I will post pics of the repair as I go along and hopefully I can get back in the air this weekend.

Thanks Again
Forum: Beginners
05-20-2010, 08:47 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,131
Posted By JimmyDeQuinn

Egg all over my face!!!

I made the fatal mistake of trying to fly my new Tower Trainer on my own after only one lesson at the field with an instructor. And of course I crashed my plane :(. Luckily the damage was minor and...
Forum: Crash & Rebuild
05-20-2010, 08:25 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,822
Posted By JimmyDeQuinn

RE: Help!!!! It happened in SLOW MOTION *CRASH*

So when you say soak the firewall in CA after it's straightened, does that mean literally soaking it or just being liberal with the amount used?
Forum: Crash & Rebuild
05-20-2010, 08:06 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,822
Posted By JimmyDeQuinn

RE: Help!!!! It happened in SLOW MOTION *CRASH*

One last "Newbie" question.... What is CA???
Forum: Crash & Rebuild
05-20-2010, 07:00 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,822
Posted By JimmyDeQuinn

RE: Help!!!! It happened in SLOW MOTION *CRASH*

Thanks for the advice. The firewall is slightly bent and has a small crack in the wood on the top right corner. Can I purchase a new one? and What about the Gas Tank Cradle?

Thanks Again
Forum: Crash & Rebuild
05-19-2010, 10:07 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,822
Posted By JimmyDeQuinn

Help!!!! It happened in SLOW MOTION *CRASH*

On takeoff my Tower Trainer 40 MKII stalled and took a nose dive into the grass from about 20 feet up. Luckily the damage was minimal and should be pretty simple to repair with a few pieces of balsa...
Forum: Beginners
05-18-2010, 03:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,102
Posted By JimmyDeQuinn

RE: Keeping the Plane in GOOD SHAPE?

Thanks allot. I cant wait to get back on the field
Forum: Beginners
05-18-2010, 02:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,102
Posted By JimmyDeQuinn

RE: Keeping the Plane in GOOD SHAPE?

After run oil... What is that, and how do you use it. What kind do I need?
Forum: Beginners
05-18-2010, 02:21 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,102
Posted By JimmyDeQuinn

Keeping the Plane in GOOD SHAPE?

This past weekend I was able to take my Tower Trainer MKII out for my first ever flight and My son and I had a blast. I bought the plane used and want to make sure that I am giving the plane proper...
Forum: Beginners
05-15-2010, 09:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 602
Posted By JimmyDeQuinn

*UPDATE*$155.00 Needs a HOME!!!

First I would like to thank everyone for all the suggestions on helping me and my son find a gas trainer for $155.00.

Well. . . Today we became proud owners of a used Tower 40 MkII trainer RTF...
Forum: Beginners
05-05-2010, 08:58 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 9,608
Posted By JimmyDeQuinn

RE: $155.00 Needs a HOME!!!

Dewey I might take you up on your offer, but what else would I need to make the plane rtf? What trainer model would you or anyone suggest for your type of engine, controller and servo pack?
Forum: Beginners
05-05-2010, 04:59 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 9,608
Posted By JimmyDeQuinn

RE: $155.00 Needs a HOME!!!

Cool Thanks. Do you know of a good Electric model that we might try for the $155.00?
Forum: Beginners
05-05-2010, 04:35 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 9,608
Posted By JimmyDeQuinn

$155.00 Needs a HOME!!!

My son and I are looking to get into the hobby of RC Airplanes, but we only have $155.00 to start with. We would prefer a gas trainer RTF or ARF. Dont know where to start, but the money is burning...
Forum: Beginners
01-17-2008, 10:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,756
Posted By JimmyDeQuinn

RE: Good teachers are costly, but bad teachers cost more!

Thanks everyone....Some really great advice here.
Forum: Beginners
01-15-2008, 10:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,756
Posted By JimmyDeQuinn

Good teachers are costly, but bad teachers cost more!

I recently joined this forum and have nothing but praise and adoration for all the people who were willing to help and give the great advice I have received. I now think that I want to purchase a...
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