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Forum: Kit Building
12-06-2008, 10:45 PM
Replies: 313
Views: 98,456
Posted By stormexplorer

RE: Carl Goldberg Super Chipmunk build

Hi CaptinJohn,

I'm using Futaba S3001 servo's for all control surfaces. I used these servo's on each wing half vs. a bell crank.

Thanks Stormexplorer
Forum: Kit Building
01-10-2008, 11:31 PM
Replies: 313
Views: 98,456
Posted By stormexplorer

RE: Carl Goldberg Super Chipmunk build

Thanks Skyboy500,

I will let you know how it fly's. At 8 lbs. weight and flying at a mile high here in Colo. the vertical will probably be limited. It should be a great sport flyer or beginner...
Forum: Kit Building
01-10-2008, 08:47 PM
Replies: 313
Views: 98,456
Posted By stormexplorer

RE: Carl Goldberg Super Chipmunk build

I recently completed my Carl Goldberg Super Chipmunk and thought I should post a few pictures since I read through the thread during my build. I started Oct. 6th 2007 and finished January 29th 2007,...
Forum: 3D Flying!
05-06-2004, 11:21 PM
Replies: 243
Views: 19,702
Posted By stormexplorer

RE: Twist 3d building/flight report

Hello All,

First let me give a building report on my Twist 40. I used an OS 46 from my NexStar to power the plane. I mounted the engine at the 4 1/4 inches given in the instructions. After...
Forum: Beginners
04-23-2004, 06:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,835
Posted By stormexplorer

RE: Tips on landing with Snow ski's

Hello All,

Thanks for all the great tips. They all make sense. I suppose I should also rebalance the plane in pitch so I don't get any surprises when I take off.

Thanks Brad
Forum: Beginners
04-22-2004, 10:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,835
Posted By stormexplorer

Tips on landing with Snow ski's

Hi All,

If you are watching the news you probably see that it snowing in Denver. In order to fly on Saturday I will probably have to put Ski's on my NexStar. So if I do this does anybody have...
Forum: ARF or RTF
04-18-2004, 10:44 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 746
Posted By stormexplorer

RE: World Models Cap 232 46 size

Hi Jim,

I just got through building a World Model CAP 232 40 size. I've listed the throws data straight from the instruction book.

Elevator - 35 mm or 1.37 inch up and down from neutral
...
Forum: ARF or RTF
04-18-2004, 09:27 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 17,547
Posted By stormexplorer

RE: CAP Pictures

Hi Lancair-RCU,

I took pictures of my OS61 rotated 90 degrees inside my World Models CAP 232. I trimmed out a circle for the glow plug and 2 offset circles to be able to get to get a finger...
Forum: ARF or RTF
04-17-2004, 12:13 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 17,547
Posted By stormexplorer

RE: CAP Pictures

I just finished up a World Models CAP 232 - 40 size. I put an OS 61 in it and was able to balance it by placing the battery between the servo's. I haven't flown it yet can't wait.

Thanks Brad
Forum: ARF or RTF
04-16-2004, 10:05 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,099
Posted By stormexplorer

World Models CAP 232 40 Size Pictures and Build Description

I just finished assembly of a World Model CAP 232 40 size plane and thought I'd pass along the highlights of how it turned out. This is my 3rd ARF to build. The plane went together per the...
Forum: Beginners
03-24-2004, 11:22 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 13,716
Posted By stormexplorer

RE: Home Made Magnetic Prop Balancer

Hello,

Since posting the original pictures of the home made magnetic prop balancer I made a more permanent design. The 1/4 inch threaded rod is provided to properly space the distance between...
Forum: Beginners
03-23-2004, 07:56 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 13,716
Posted By stormexplorer

RE: Home Made Magnetic Prop Balancer

Hi Duke,

I didn't have any trouble. As you can see from the picture the magnets are the same size (I think this is important) and have the strongest attraction at the center of the magnet. You...
Forum: Beginners
03-22-2004, 10:01 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 13,716
Posted By stormexplorer

Home Made Magnetic Prop Balancer

Hello All,

I made a simple magnetic prop balancing device this afternoon for less than $5.00. I bought a Great Planes Finger Tip Prop Balancer part number GPMQ5000. I then used 2 magnets I...
Forum: Beginners
03-20-2004, 09:47 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,677
Posted By stormexplorer

RE: Caution After Removing Air brakes and Wing Droops on the NexStar

Hello rc_sport- RCU,

That is great. I'm glad his instructor adjusted his plane. The NexStar is a great plane it just needs an experience flyer to retrim it after removing any of the training...
Forum: Beginners
03-19-2004, 10:26 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,677
Posted By stormexplorer

RE: Caution After Removing Air brakes and Wing Droops on the NexStar

Thanks Sean,

The key point that I wanted to make is that if you're a novice and tweek your NexStar by removing the Air Brakes or the Wing Droops be sure to have an experience pilot fly the plane...
Forum: Beginners
03-19-2004, 09:32 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,677
Posted By stormexplorer

Caution After Removing Air brakes and Wing Droops on the NexStar

Hi All,

Yesterday I flew my Nexstar for the first time after removing both the "air brakes" and the "wing droops". All I can say is let your instructor fly the plane first after this major...
Forum: Beginners
03-16-2004, 09:02 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,022
Posted By stormexplorer

RE: Nextstar without Training Aids

Hi Senza,

Thanks for the feedback. It is good to hear that the simulator is close to actual performance after removal of the speed brakes.

I'm using an 11x5 Master Airscrew prop. The...
Forum: Beginners
03-16-2004, 08:19 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,022
Posted By stormexplorer

RE: Nextstar without Training Aids

To FHHUber,

Thanks for the information. A follow up question on the Ailerons and landing. Your comment on the Ailerons applies as I get the plane closer to the ground, the last 2 to 3 feet...
Forum: Beginners
03-15-2004, 11:44 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,022
Posted By stormexplorer

NexStar without Training Aids

Hello,

I have a Nextstar that I bought in Nov. 2003. After 16 flights on a buddy box with various instructors at our club and alot of time on the simulator I had 3 solo flights this past...
Forum: Beginners
03-12-2004, 09:10 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,025
Posted By stormexplorer

RE: soloed nexstar take off problems

Yesterday I commented on changes I made on the Nextstar Nose Wheel. I mentioned that I would try to solo this weekend. Well I had 3 solo flights today and just have to tell the story to someone so...
Forum: Beginners
03-11-2004, 11:54 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,025
Posted By stormexplorer

RE: soloed nexstar take off problems

Hello my name is Brad. I also have a Nextstar. I've flown the plane 14 times all on the buddy box. I have managed 9 landings and 4 takeoffs. My first 2 takeoffs were also very shaky (my...
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