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Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
01-15-2024, 02:02 PM
Replies: 1,170
Views: 349,644
Posted By IFLYBVM2

Just some feedback from a guy who has 60-70...

Just some feedback from a guy who has 60-70 Flights on a Carf P-47 with the stock Sierra gear as received from CARF on air:
It has been flawless so far; I would not try to reinvent the wheel or over...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
07-06-2023, 05:51 AM
Replies: 1,170
Views: 349,644
Posted By IFLYBVM2

Fuse cradle

This is what I use for the fuse-it is designed to allow for upright or inverted use.
When you start flying birds this size, a proper cradle is vital.
I have found that the CARF '47 and Corsair...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
07-06-2023, 05:19 AM
Replies: 1,170
Views: 349,644
Posted By IFLYBVM2

Wing racks

This is what I use to store and carry the wings-
https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rcuniverse.com-vbulletin/2000x1504/20230706_091547_4cf51f6498a5f5abd702db5614abc85cec14d351.jpg...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
07-05-2023, 04:19 AM
Replies: 1,170
Views: 349,644
Posted By IFLYBVM2

Forgot to mention-nice craftsmanship on the radio...

Forgot to mention-nice craftsmanship on the radio hatch on the right side-blends in nicely and I almost didn't notice it-which is the whole idea...
-Mike
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
07-05-2023, 04:17 AM
Replies: 1,170
Views: 349,644
Posted By IFLYBVM2

Cradle

Hey Jimmy-
Happy to show mine-I will take at some pics on Thursday when I am off and post for you.
Thanks-Mike O
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
01-21-2023, 04:51 AM
Replies: 1,170
Views: 349,644
Posted By IFLYBVM2

Look back on this thread and you will see quite a...

Look back on this thread and you will see quite a few posts that explain the alignment. The fit is so tight with the Moki that, in a nutshell, the engine will only fit in one place and still clear...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
12-29-2022, 01:07 PM
Replies: 1,170
Views: 349,644
Posted By IFLYBVM2

Thanks for the kind words...

Thanks for the kind words...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
12-19-2022, 01:22 AM
Replies: 1,170
Views: 349,644
Posted By IFLYBVM2

Nice clean work- keep the pics coming... -...

Nice clean work-
keep the pics coming...
- Mike O.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
08-21-2022, 03:53 PM
Replies: 1,170
Views: 349,644
Posted By IFLYBVM2

First my disclaimer: the below is merely...

First my disclaimer: the below is merely speculation on my part, but here goes-
Most guys who don't have the Moki are using a DA-120, which the factory recommends. From all accounts, it pulls the...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-16-2022, 04:54 AM
Replies: 1,170
Views: 349,644
Posted By IFLYBVM2

Spare Parts Wanted-

Any of you guys have any CARF '47 Spare Parts that would sell ??
I managed to pick up a decent set of used wings with minor damage for use as spares. That got me thinking about trying to cobble...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
05-27-2022, 08:00 AM
Replies: 1,170
Views: 349,644
Posted By IFLYBVM2

Yes-that looks like an over sight at the factory...

Yes-that looks like an over sight at the factory to me.
Everyone of these I have ever seen has the Hysol, so add it for sure.
Mike O.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
05-22-2022, 12:51 PM
Replies: 1,170
Views: 349,644
Posted By IFLYBVM2

Prop Gauge

You are on the right track. I have attached pics of my setup. A small piece of dowel glued to a piece of glass, with the pitch wedge about 70 % span of the prop. As long as you are consistent, I...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
05-22-2022, 12:35 PM
Replies: 1,170
Views: 349,644
Posted By IFLYBVM2

Fuel vent

This is how I did mine-was just trying to make it look a little more scale-like, while keeping the over flow off of the fuse in as much as possible.
-Mike O....
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
04-15-2022, 12:06 AM
Replies: 1,170
Views: 349,644
Posted By IFLYBVM2

It was me- I ended up getting them directly from...

It was me- I ended up getting them directly from CARF. I was unable to find any other source.
- Mike O.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
01-23-2022, 10:48 PM
Replies: 1,170
Views: 349,644
Posted By IFLYBVM2

Forgot to mention that I replaced the supplied...

Forgot to mention that I replaced the supplied cylinder with the next larger size from Robart.
You also must play around with the location, as it is pretty close to the main wheel when in the up...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
01-23-2022, 10:44 PM
Replies: 1,170
Views: 349,644
Posted By IFLYBVM2

The pneumatic cylinders are your best option, in...

The pneumatic cylinders are your best option, in my view. I have 2 of these airplanes, and you must do one of the following to prevent them from opening in flight :
The factory location makes for...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
09-13-2021, 11:12 AM
Replies: 1,170
Views: 349,644
Posted By IFLYBVM2

Yes, they are both identical with the exception...

Yes, they are both identical with the exception of the cut out.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
05-30-2021, 06:52 AM
Replies: 1,170
Views: 349,644
Posted By IFLYBVM2

Pins/Clips

Which brings me to my next post :
I am now out of spares for the pins and clips-
Does anyone know of a source for these items, like Mcmaster Carr for example ?
Hate to bother one of the Carf...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
05-30-2021, 06:47 AM
Replies: 1,170
Views: 349,644
Posted By IFLYBVM2

Maintenance issue

Found a maintenance issue that needs to be addressed :
I took Snafu to the field a few days ago and noticed that one flap would not deploy and was stuck in the up position.
Since it was 94...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
05-30-2021, 06:24 AM
Replies: 1,170
Views: 349,644
Posted By IFLYBVM2

Yes, mine are the same-a fair amount of lateral...

Yes, mine are the same-a fair amount of lateral movement. Has not proven to be an issue, but certainly would only make it better to make it better as you described.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
11-23-2020, 03:11 PM
Replies: 1,170
Views: 349,644
Posted By IFLYBVM2

TW Doors

I think you will find that in the long run, the 'close with the wire' setup is not very desirable-mine was converted over to 2 mini servos, and most that I have seen are using small pneumatic...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
11-17-2020, 08:51 AM
Replies: 1,170
Views: 349,644
Posted By IFLYBVM2

I have wondered the same, Craig, as mine does not...

I have wondered the same, Craig, as mine does not have it either.
My only guess is that maybe with the cutout, you could have some small access to the gear inside the fuse without removing the...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
11-15-2020, 06:01 PM
Replies: 1,170
Views: 349,644
Posted By IFLYBVM2

The older kits were not, but the the wing is cut...

The older kits were not, but the the wing is cut out like that on all of the newer ones that I have seen.
- Mike O.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
09-14-2020, 04:17 AM
Replies: 1,170
Views: 349,644
Posted By IFLYBVM2

Hi Mark- I tried one of the Rotoflows, but it...

Hi Mark-
I tried one of the Rotoflows, but it leaked and I tossed it.
Hard to beat the Dubro tanks-I do use the upgraded metal caps (can't remember the vendor on the caps-maybe Sullivan)
And...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
02-24-2020, 08:51 AM
Replies: 1,170
Views: 349,644
Posted By IFLYBVM2

My thoughts are similiar-they are not bargain...

My thoughts are similiar-they are not bargain kits price wise, and the mfg. should be willing to respond to faults and correct them on future runs.
Case in point-CARF loves to use a phenolic...
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