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Forum: Brushed/Brushless motors, speed controls, gear drives
01-16-2005, 12:19 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 639
Posted By RoneDogg

Spur Gear Problem w/GWS Gear Box...

I've done some looking in the forums and want to make sure what I've found will solve my problem.

I'm flying the GWS Formosa with a Himax 2025 4200 Brusless motor, castlecreations 25 ESC, GWS...
Forum: RC Car General Discussions
12-06-2004, 04:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 938
Posted By RoneDogg

RE: Designing a new Dirt Track

This is great guys. Thanks for these links. I've got about a 60ft. by 100ft. backyard out of dirt...no trees unfortunatley. Thanks for your help.
Forum: RC Car General Discussions
11-30-2004, 10:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 938
Posted By RoneDogg

Designing a new Dirt Track

I'm looking at building a new race track in my back yard. I'm new to this sport and would like a few ideas on how to build this track. Are there any websites out there that show what some tracks...
Forum: Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers
05-02-2004, 12:23 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,503
Posted By RoneDogg

RE: Formosa Flight Problems

I flew the formosa today. Prop was on right, Motor was running right. Perfect day to fly, sunny with no wind. The plane took about 30-40 feet to get airborne. It took a little circling to gain...
Forum: Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers
04-22-2004, 07:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,503
Posted By RoneDogg

RE: Formosa Flight Problems

Thanks guys...I'll check those things out see what I can do.
Forum: Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers
04-22-2004, 09:29 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,503
Posted By RoneDogg

Formosa Flight Problems

I took my formosa up for its maiden voiage last night and it wasn't too impressive. I need some expert advice. Here is what I have:

Stock Motor: (GWS 350c)
Battery: 7.4v 2sP Thunder Power
...
Forum: Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers
02-25-2004, 10:39 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 821
Posted By RoneDogg

RE: Lipoly's, Are they worth it?

Great. Thanks for the info guys. Looks like I'll be trying a 2C Lipo in the Formosa.
Forum: Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers
02-22-2004, 12:18 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 821
Posted By RoneDogg

RE: Lipoly's, Are they worth it?

Yak18,

It takes time for a newbie to learn from his mistakes...I spent the morning today convincing her that Lipoly's were the "wave of the future" and that they were as safe as can be...as safe...
Forum: Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers
02-20-2004, 10:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 821
Posted By RoneDogg

RE: Lipoly's, Are they worth it?

Thanks Dr. Kiwi. Sounds like I'll be rethinking this one, or at least my wife will make me rethink this.

Thanks for the info.
Forum: E-Flight Power Sources
02-19-2004, 07:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 991
Posted By RoneDogg

RE: Triton charging Lipo's =2 hours or more???

Dopesick,

How long are your flight times with that setup?
Forum: Park Flyers & Backyard Flyers
02-18-2004, 10:54 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 821
Posted By RoneDogg

Lipoly's, Are they worth it?

I'm trying to decide if I want to make the switch to lipoly's. I've read a number of threads about lipoly's and most people are pro-lipoly. I'm still a little new to the flying scene but I'm...
Forum: E-Flight Power Sources
02-18-2004, 02:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 991
Posted By RoneDogg

RE: Triton charging Lipo's =2 hours or more???

Dopesick,

I've also got a GWS E-Starter and a GWS Formosa (Not ready to fly yet). How long does it take to charge your Lipoly battery? When you say "20 Minutes", is that for a complete charge...
Forum: Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft
02-13-2004, 03:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,900
Posted By RoneDogg

RE: Painting a GWS foam plane?

Was that the Polycarbonate kind. I found this at TowerHobbies, is this the right stuff: http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0095p?FVSEARCH=Tamiya+spray+paint+&FVPROFIL=++&search3=Go

...
Forum: Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft
02-13-2004, 11:06 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,900
Posted By RoneDogg

RE: Painting a GWS foam plane?

Please forgive me for my ignorance, but I was going to purchase the Testor's paint and wasn't sure if Acrylic paint is what I should buy. TowerHobbies offers a "Testors Model Car Spray Acrylic". ...
Forum: Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft
02-06-2004, 10:52 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,900
Posted By RoneDogg

RE: Painting a GWS foam plane?

Great. Thanks for the info. Did that paint make the foam bubble up or anything like that?
Forum: Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft
02-04-2004, 11:56 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,900
Posted By RoneDogg

Painting a GWS foam plane?

I want to paint my GWS parkflyer rather than use the stickers that come with the plane. I'm not sure what type of paints to use on this foam, or what's the best way to get a nice glossy finish on a...
Forum: Electric General Discussion
01-30-2004, 02:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 668
Posted By RoneDogg

RE: Formosa or Switchback?

Thanks guys. I have not maxed out my E-Starter. I'll be doing that tomorrow. I've got a 8.4v 720 mh battery I've been using. I get about 10-15 minutes with a mixture of full throttle and mid...
Forum: Electric General Discussion
01-27-2004, 11:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 668
Posted By RoneDogg

RE: Formosa or Switchback?

Great. Thanks for your advice. What would be your suggestions on getting a brushless motor? I'm not really sure what the differences are between the standard motor a brushless, but a lot of people...
Forum: Electric General Discussion
01-26-2004, 11:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 668
Posted By RoneDogg

Formosa or Switchback?

I'm new to flying period. I've been flying computer simulators for about a year and finally got the wife to allow me to buy an electric plane. I've been flying the GWS E-Starter and love it,...
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