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Forum: Beginners
03-31-2004, 11:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 816
Posted By ray c.

RE: prop

I have a World Models Sky Raider Low Wing I used for a first time build experience. I am putting a 40 on it to just get used to the low wing tail dragger type plane. Should I use a 10-6 or 11-5...
Forum: Beginners
03-15-2004, 10:49 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,277
Posted By ray c.

RE: Anyone learn how to fly on a low wing trainer

For what it is worth my first plane was a used ultra sport 40 with a super tigre 46 on it. after i bought it i was told it wasn't a plane to learn to fly on and i should seriously think about a...
03-12-2004, 09:06 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 753
Posted By ray c.

RE: Balancing a plane

Major

Thanks for the advice. One more question. Should the plane be inverted when balancing laterally or to find the CG? Also if the muffler is the problem should I add that much weight to...
Forum: Kit Building
03-12-2004, 07:33 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,821
Posted By ray c.

RE: original ultra sport 40

That looks like my plane. Thanks for the pics. Now can someone give me the location of the CG. I calculated it with on one of the sites at 3.62 inches from the leading edge. Is this close to the...
Forum: Kit Building
03-11-2004, 10:15 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,821
Posted By ray c.

RE: original ultra sport 40

Can anyone post some pictures of their planes. I think this is the plane I have but am not 100% sure. Bought it used with a Super Tigre 46. Since it is my first plane (after learning on a borrowed...
03-11-2004, 09:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 753
Posted By ray c.

Balancing a plane

I am finishing my first build. It is a world models low wing sky raider. I am trying to balance it now. It is the first time I have ever tried to balance a plane. When I balance it laterally it...
Forum: Beginners
03-06-2004, 12:20 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 614
Posted By ray c.

RE: antenna help

Second question. I have the strain relief (control horn- great idea) and I have the plastic tubing. I have a plane now with the antenna as pictured from Primodus. I kind of like the idea from...
Forum: Beginners
03-05-2004, 09:13 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 614
Posted By ray c.

antenna help

I am attempting my first build. It is one of the world models sky Raider low wings. Everything has been going pretty much as I expected but I will say for someone new like myself the instructions...
Forum: ARF or RTF
02-29-2004, 08:48 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,341
Posted By ray c.

RE: Sky Raider Mach II

I am building one of these as my first build attempt. Like someone said for the price it seemed a bargain. I was wondering if anyone saw a need or reason to run a strip of fiberglass along the top...
Forum: ARF or RTF
02-26-2004, 07:35 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,312
Posted By ray c.

RE: World models Sky Raider...Any good?

I am putting together the low wing. it is my first attempt at a "build". I haven't had too many problems but i test fit the wing to the fuselage this morning and it doesn't seem to want to sit in...
02-02-2004, 10:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 740
Posted By ray c.

RE: need help with charging question

Along these lines i have a 12 volt 4.5 A battery for my field box. It is recommended to charge at 500 MaH for 6 hours. How can I determine what other rates of chargers will work. Also do they have...
Forum: 3D Flying!
01-10-2004, 10:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 646
Posted By ray c.

Laser 3D

I have inherited a Laser 3D airframe. It is a 40 size. I have read many of the posts on this plane about the tail being weak etc. My question is will a Super Tigre G45 be an ok engine for this. ...
01-03-2004, 09:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 495
Posted By ray c.

RE: G45 Muffler Stack

Thanks for the info on where to find parts. But do you have any suggestions on why I continue to have this problem? The engine seems to run fine but after a few flights the muffler stack cracks in...
01-01-2004, 11:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 495
Posted By ray c.

G45 Muffler Stack

I am having a problem with the muffler stack cracking on my 45 engine. The plane has experienced some very minor crashes. I have balanced the prop and spinner. I am going to have someone check the...
Forum: Beginners
12-05-2003, 09:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 752
Posted By ray c.

RE: flight sims

http://www.rcsites.net/aeropal/


Try the above site.
Replies: 7
Views: 685
Posted By ray c.

Futaba 6 channel computer radios

Can anyone tell me the difference between the 6EXA and the 6XAS Futaba tX. I know the 6XAS can be ordered as a PCM but I don't plan on that option. Is the XAS worth the extra $50. They seem to...
11-10-2003, 10:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 595
Posted By ray c.

RE: Quick Prop Question !!!!!!!

Quick related question. When you install a prop do you want it to "slide" onto the shaft? When I put one on I normally have to "screw" it onto the shaft. Will that cause problems? I would think I...
10-30-2003, 07:34 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,932
Posted By ray c.

RE: Covering monokote with monokote

Does the window cleaner activate the adhesive to stick the two layers of monocote? Then the solvent just seals the edges? Or did I misunderstand?

Thanks
10-30-2003, 07:32 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,168
Posted By ray c.

RE: Fuel proof canopy striping

How hot do you set the iron for this?

Thanks for the help.
10-23-2003, 06:49 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,032
Posted By ray c.

RE: Which Glue

Thanks for all of the replies. Just FYI I did go with the 30 min epoxy. From all input I thought the absorbtion and strength of the 30 min was best. I do hope the weight won't be a factor. I...
10-22-2003, 01:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,032
Posted By ray c.

RE: Which Glue

Sorry for the lack of details. The plane is a low wing 40 size. Similar to an ultra sport. The stab basically came loose from the fuse. It has "quarter round" or "triangular" stock attached...
10-22-2003, 06:15 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,032
Posted By ray c.

Which Glue

I am reglueing the vertical stabilzer to the fuselage. Which glue is recommended for this task. CA or Epoxy, and thin or thick CA or 5min or 30 min epoxy.

Thanks for the replies

Ray
Forum: Beginners
09-22-2003, 10:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 448
Posted By ray c.

Prop Selection

I am moving up from a trainer to a low wing Ultra Sport with a Super Tigre .46 and a 10 X 6 Prop. I was thinking of going to a 11 X 5 prop for more torq.

Any Opinions?

Thanks

Ray...
09-03-2003, 11:51 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,700
Posted By ray c.

Sealing off Control Surface gaps

If you use packing tape do you use the full width of the tape? Or do you cut a narrower strip?

Also if you put something like windex down first would it give you some play time to get the tape...
08-02-2003, 01:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,216
Posted By ray c.

How do I Clean an Engine?

Would spray carb cleaner work? Just on the outside not taking the engine apart.


Ray (Newbie)
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