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Forum: Unusual R/C
11-23-2007, 07:04 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 959
Posted By BadEnglish

RE: Hovercraft project

I don't know what size engine you were thinking of using; I built a simple, small scale craft that uses an 0.049 cox engine.

Here's a link to a forum topic I posted a while back: 1/2a Hovercraft...
Forum: Product Announcements & Manufacturer News
02-04-2004, 06:54 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 518
Posted By BadEnglish

New R/C Hovercraft Kit

BadEnglish Engineering is thinking of possibly creating a kit for a 1/2a sized hovercraft. A functional prototype has already been created and tested.

Here are some basic specifications for the...
Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes
01-03-2004, 10:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,218
Posted By BadEnglish

RE: 1/2a Hovercraft!

DickeyBird:
I think found a source for the spring starter (are they called left hand starters?)

MR Flyer57:
The picture is of the underside of the craft. The shape of this skirt works OK...
Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes
01-03-2004, 11:57 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,218
Posted By BadEnglish

RE: 1/2a Hovercraft!

Dickeybird:
The micros would help the weight. I used the standards because they are easier to install and I had some lying around not in another craft.

Running the 6x3 back-wards is a good...
Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes
01-03-2004, 10:32 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 763
Posted By BadEnglish

Norvel Break In

I have a new Norvel 074 that I haven't broken in yet. I've heard a few different people cite different ways as the correct way to break them in. Norvel's method seems to be the most complex and...
Forum: Unusual R/C
01-03-2004, 09:53 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,717
Posted By BadEnglish

RE: 1/2a Hovercraft!

I could possibly email the movie if that's ok. Here are the pictures.
Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes
01-03-2004, 09:14 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,218
Posted By BadEnglish

RE: 1/2a Hovercraft!

Thanks all,

I also have an 074 sitting around waiting for a plane and was thinking about putting it in version 2. It should be wild compared to the 049 and it could be throttled which would...
Forum: Unusual R/C
01-02-2004, 08:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,717
Posted By BadEnglish

1/2a Hovercraft!

It is a 1/2a hovercraft powered by a cox .049 product engine. The construction is pink insulation foam, balsa and ply. The skirt is just fabric pinned onto the sides of the craft and then folded and...
Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes
01-02-2004, 07:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,218
Posted By BadEnglish

1/2a Hovercraft!

I know this isn't an airplane but it is 1/2a so it fits better in this forum than any other.

It is powered by a cox .049 product engine. The construction is pink insulation foam, balsa and ply....
Forum: Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD
11-24-2003, 05:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,527
Posted By BadEnglish

RE: Laser cut parts : Howto ?

Some laser cutting sites I have come across:

http://www.funaero.com/

http://www.balsamachining.com/laser.htm

http://www.laserlizard.com/

Most laser cutting companies only need a...
Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes
11-23-2003, 06:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,620
Posted By BadEnglish

RE: Cox Engines...

Thanks for the replies guys:

While reading the other post William Robison included I noticed the variety of factory machined bypass ports. Could a smaller original port be effectively enlarged?...
Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes
11-23-2003, 12:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,620
Posted By BadEnglish

Cox Engines...

How interchangeable are the cox .049? The cylinder, crank case, piston, con rod etc... of the killer bee and baby bee look almost identical but are they (besides different porting)? What about the...
Forum: Aerodynamics
11-22-2003, 06:44 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,268
Posted By BadEnglish

RE: High Speed Aerodynamics

Thanks for your replies:

I looked around for a site and found a good one ( http://142.26.194.131/aerodynamics1/Drag/Page1.html ) that explained different types of drag and their causes. From...
Forum: Aerodynamics
11-22-2003, 04:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,268
Posted By BadEnglish

High Speed Aerodynamics

I'm working on a new plane meant for speed (100mph+ is the initial target.) I want as clean of an airframe as possible without adding to much weigh or complexity. The plan already includes a gentle...
Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes
11-20-2003, 06:30 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,982
Posted By BadEnglish

RE: Lathe Advice, AJC?

Has anyone used a 3 in 1 lathe/drill/mill. The version made by Smithy seems well made and very versatile and it is only $995 (Midas 1220) http://www.smithy.com/midas1220.htm . HB also makes one...
Forum: Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD
11-06-2003, 08:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,411
Posted By BadEnglish

RE: how do you cut wood for your scratch built planes?

I just got into scratch building and after a few models I've found a method for cutting balsa that works well for making the wing ribs. I rough cut them well outside of the desired shape. I then...
Forum: Glow Engines
10-17-2003, 03:43 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,517
Posted By BadEnglish

Enya .15 IV Needle Valve?

I recently purchased a used Enya .15 IV (model 3304). It's missing the needle valve.
Where can I buy an Enya needle valve? I haven't been able to find needle valves to fit this engine anywhere. ...
Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes
10-17-2003, 03:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 473
Posted By BadEnglish

RE: Dragon Fly Servos? Any Experience with them?

Has anyone tried the other servos that are ussually being sold on ebay for about the same price (they say GWS in blurry letters in the picture but don't specify a brand)? Are they any good?
I'm...
Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes
10-05-2003, 09:33 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 538
Posted By BadEnglish

RE: Norvel....which is which?

The .074 only comes in a Big Mig version that I've ever seen.

You can look at www.sigmfg.com for all of the stats (even fuel consumption.)
Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes
10-03-2003, 05:24 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,092
Posted By BadEnglish

RE: 1/2a engines question

The Shrikes look great!
Thanks for sharing.

Could I get away using a HS-55 or a servo with similar specs to replace the HS-81 in a plane similar to the Shrike 1/2a in weight/speed?

...
Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes
09-19-2003, 02:23 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,092
Posted By BadEnglish

RE: 1/2a engines question

Thanks for all the info.
Just one more question:
Would a Norvel .061 have enough power to do mild aerobatics and climbs in a <15oz aeroplane or should I go for a bigger engine or a different...
Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes
09-19-2003, 11:20 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,092
Posted By BadEnglish

RE: 1/2a engines question

The servos I was talking about are the Futaba S3107 Micro servo and the S3103 Micro Mini (the have them at tower hobbies.) I'd like to save the space and weight but will this servo work the throttle...
Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes
09-19-2003, 10:55 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,092
Posted By BadEnglish

RE: 1/2a engines question

I'm not sure exactly what airframe I'm going with but I'm thinking delta wing whatever it is.
I've never heard of a throttled TD. Is it a kit, diy or retail.
Does anyone have an opinion on AP...
Forum: "1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes
09-19-2003, 10:15 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,092
Posted By BadEnglish

1/2a engines question

Hi,
I'm thinking of building a 1/2a scale plane but don't have an engine yet. Any suggestions for a good throttled .049-.061 engine.

I'm also looking at throttle servo options. Will a Futaba...
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