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Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
11-01-2019, 11:09 AM
Replies: 4,698
Views: 832,810
Posted By Lifer

1/8th to 3/16ths spacers behind the rear of the...

1/8th to 3/16ths spacers behind the rear of the mounting plates.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
11-01-2019, 08:57 AM
Replies: 4,698
Views: 832,810
Posted By Lifer

A few degrees forward rake on all retracts is...

A few degrees forward rake on all retracts is S.O.P. with my birds. I fly off grass so it is necessary.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
10-31-2019, 09:04 AM
Replies: 4,698
Views: 832,810
Posted By Lifer

Ditto on the throttle curve set up. Very gradual...

Ditto on the throttle curve set up. Very gradual applications of power when starting up, and it also allows for slight changes in power during the landing phase. Both elements add up to a better...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
09-19-2018, 01:14 PM
Replies: 4,698
Views: 832,810
Posted By Lifer

I saw it on the Horizon website the other day....

I saw it on the Horizon website the other day. They may be moving things around.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
01-31-2018, 10:07 AM
Replies: 4,698
Views: 832,810
Posted By Lifer

I appreciate your approach. I set throws to my...

I appreciate your approach. I set throws to my preference on low rates and keep them there all the time. The only exception is pitch, which I max out the up elevator throw for taxi. All adjustments...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
01-31-2018, 03:25 AM
Replies: 4,698
Views: 832,810
Posted By Lifer

Tommy Gun, Are you using the suggested low...

Tommy Gun,

Are you using the suggested low and high rate settings on your pitch control, or are you running less?
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
01-30-2018, 10:17 AM
Replies: 4,698
Views: 832,810
Posted By Lifer

We follow the same school of thought. I've been...

We follow the same school of thought. I've been preaching this for years. Kits, ARF's, plans almost always have a "best guess" approach to balance. When you do the math, there are no more surprises....
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
01-29-2018, 02:38 PM
Replies: 4,698
Views: 832,810
Posted By Lifer

Tommy Gun, Do you know the chord of the wing...

Tommy Gun,

Do you know the chord of the wing at the root? I'd like to calculate what percentage back from the leading edge. My normal, go-to balance point is 28 to 32 percent of the chord.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
01-18-2018, 03:50 AM
Replies: 4,698
Views: 832,810
Posted By Lifer

Good advice at all altitudes.

Good advice at all altitudes.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
12-26-2017, 01:39 AM
Replies: 4,698
Views: 832,810
Posted By Lifer

Wasn't debating the issue about dihedral, just...

Wasn't debating the issue about dihedral, just pointing out what is does to a model airplane. Top Flite has always been about a model's flyability, not scale fidelity.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
12-25-2017, 04:19 PM
Replies: 4,698
Views: 832,810
Posted By Lifer

Dihedral reduces lift, induces problems with yaw,...

Dihedral reduces lift, induces problems with yaw, reduces aileron responses, etc. It may look more scale but reduces overall performance.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
10-07-2017, 09:48 AM
Replies: 4,698
Views: 832,810
Posted By Lifer

Good advice! Reprint it in many more places as...

Good advice! Reprint it in many more places as the nose-heavy issue is very common.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
09-30-2017, 05:20 AM
Replies: 4,698
Views: 832,810
Posted By Lifer

It's refreshing to see that others have...

It's refreshing to see that others have discovered the advantages of a properly balanced model. Nose heavy lands fast and hard and snap-rolls with too much elevator deflection, which becomes...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
05-22-2017, 12:10 PM
Replies: 4,698
Views: 832,810
Posted By Lifer

Tell Robart!!!!

Tell Robart!!!!
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
05-15-2017, 12:45 PM
Replies: 4,698
Views: 832,810
Posted By Lifer

Been using them for the better part of 10 years...

Been using them for the better part of 10 years without problem. Plus, I'm sure I'm not the only Robart customer to buy them!

You probably should try something before you render an opinion.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
05-10-2017, 01:40 AM
Replies: 4,698
Views: 832,810
Posted By Lifer

1/6th normal speed is a reference to a normal air...

1/6th normal speed is a reference to a normal air retract speed and has nothing to do with "scale motion", whatever that is. Unrestricted air retracts slap up and slap back down and the airline...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
05-09-2017, 09:02 AM
Replies: 4,698
Views: 832,810
Posted By Lifer

You can also make the retraction cycle more...

You can also make the retraction cycle more realistic by adding Robart's line restrictors to the system. They will slow the cycle to roughly 1/6th normal speed. No change in reliability or function.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
03-13-2017, 08:25 AM
Replies: 4,698
Views: 832,810
Posted By Lifer

If that little fan dragged your engine down, it...

If that little fan dragged your engine down, it needs a re-build! Obviously it WILL help with cooling when at idle, that's why it was installed on the original.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
07-03-2016, 06:50 AM
Replies: 4,698
Views: 832,810
Posted By Lifer

Other than wanting the old one back, I think they...

Other than wanting the old one back, I think they are compelled to honor your request. If they don't, doing business with them should be avoided.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
07-02-2016, 03:40 PM
Replies: 4,698
Views: 832,810
Posted By Lifer

I think I'd send that one back to Robart along...

I think I'd send that one back to Robart along with the picture. The structure is undamaged but the metal retract broke..........
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-11-2016, 05:05 AM
Replies: 4,698
Views: 832,810
Posted By Lifer

While not impossible for fuel to spit out of the...

While not impossible for fuel to spit out of the carb, what you describe is more of a problem with piston-ported engines...the type where the carb is mounted on the side of the cylinder. A coat of...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-06-2016, 09:51 AM
Replies: 4,698
Views: 832,810
Posted By Lifer

Yeah, I'd vote for spending the extra $50 as...

Yeah, I'd vote for spending the extra $50 as well. The savings in blood pressure meds alone will pick up the difference.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-06-2016, 08:11 AM
Replies: 4,698
Views: 832,810
Posted By Lifer

It's too bad that Robart has chosen this...

It's too bad that Robart has chosen this direction on their gear. It sounds like the upper-end option (Sierra's) is the way to go. What is the price difference between the two?
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
03-26-2016, 03:48 PM
Replies: 4,698
Views: 832,810
Posted By Lifer

Check out some videos on YouTube regarding...

Check out some videos on YouTube regarding soldering. It's a necessary if not vital skill for a hobbyist. A little practice goes a long way.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
01-12-2016, 03:08 PM
Replies: 4,698
Views: 832,810
Posted By Lifer

I believe that Top Flite hired Dr. Michael Selig...

I believe that Top Flite hired Dr. Michael Selig to advise in the aerodynamics when the design for their big ARF's began. His background in engineering plus his experience in gliders resulted in...
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