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Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
12-17-2023, 06:16 PM
Replies: 4,089
Views: 798,630
Posted By spitfire66

Does anyone happen to have the instructions or...

Does anyone happen to have the instructions or pdf for doing the scale wing dihedral mod? I have the sierra gear with the 85 degree blocks. I can’t seem to find my instructions.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
12-17-2023, 06:13 PM
Replies: 4,089
Views: 798,630
Posted By spitfire66

Does anyone happen to have instructions or a pdf...

Does anyone happen to have instructions or a pdf on doing the scale wing dihedral mod? I have the scale sierra landing gear with 85 degree cams.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
10-07-2023, 08:13 PM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 633,641
Posted By spitfire66

That’s funny. I guess to each, their own. I...

That’s funny. I guess to each, their own. I found the Bob violet oil and replacing the o-ring 3-5 years works for me. The biggest issue is Shrader valves on the fill port. I purchased a set of...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
10-07-2023, 07:26 AM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 633,641
Posted By spitfire66

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rcuniverse.com-vb...

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rcuniverse.com-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_3726_ea8f50119bb645c62fb155b7045466ca8d1c9321.jpeg...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
10-07-2023, 07:07 AM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 633,641
Posted By spitfire66

Rbean, it’s sad we are not unique in our...

Rbean, it’s sad we are not unique in our experiences. I really wanted these things to work. I now fly off a concrete runway and with 4 gear doors that made me about tear my hair out and 2 pylons I...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
10-06-2023, 10:04 PM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 633,641
Posted By spitfire66

I am getting close to finishing my Corsair. My...

I am getting close to finishing my Corsair. My Robart electric retract failed tonight…never even made it to the field to fly. I’ll see what they will do for replacement. I’m not expecting much. The...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
10-04-2023, 03:16 PM
Replies: 438
Views: 77,472
Posted By spitfire66

I finally got around to my marauder. I’m going...

I finally got around to my marauder. I’m going to be selling never run (?) g23’s and 16x8 Biela 4 blades that are also brand new and never drilled. My plane weighs exactly 35 pounds, and at 6,000...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
10-03-2023, 05:56 AM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 633,641
Posted By spitfire66

That looks amazing. Are the panels something you...

That looks amazing. Are the panels something you 3d printed or something available for purchase? The magnet idea is brilliant! Nice job painting as well.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-19-2023, 06:44 AM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 633,641
Posted By spitfire66

I purchased a 23x10 3 blade from zy hobbies for...

I purchased a 23x10 3 blade from zy hobbies for somewhere around $40 for my dj72cc engine. I’m at 5000+ feet though. An 85cc could most likely do bigger.

bob violet models sells some lubricant...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
05-11-2023, 02:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 516
Posted By spitfire66

Latex works well for painting, but only go down...

Latex works well for painting, but only go down to 320 grit. Any finer and the paint doesn’t adhere well. It’s thick enough that it will cover well. My problem a couple weeks ago was my gun from...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
04-03-2023, 05:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,554
Posted By spitfire66

Is this the same as the JMB p-38 sold by austars?...

Is this the same as the JMB p-38 sold by austars?

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=o0JBj6jEWcI
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
11-10-2022, 09:34 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,685
Posted By spitfire66

Wow that is absolutely amazing! I’m sure a cnc...

Wow that is absolutely amazing! I’m sure a cnc shop could cut the parts from cad or drawing. I may experiment with thick g10. Excellent work.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
11-07-2022, 04:40 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,685
Posted By spitfire66

Can you/are you going to design Fowler flap hinge...

Can you/are you going to design Fowler flap hinge mechanisms?
...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
10-14-2022, 09:25 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,685
Posted By spitfire66

How will you hinge the flaps? Are you making a...

How will you hinge the flaps? Are you making a Fowler flap hinge system?

I assume the Sierra retracts for the 100” yellow p-38 will fit as well? If not, what are you planning to use?
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
08-27-2022, 09:44 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 537
Posted By spitfire66

https://bestpilots.typepad.com/my_weblog/bomber-pi...

https://bestpilots.typepad.com/my_weblog/bomber-pilot-figures.html

not sure if this is what you are looking for.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
08-02-2022, 08:58 AM
Replies: 1,588
Views: 373,213
Posted By spitfire66

Fili, have you had any more opportunities to...

Fili,

have you had any more opportunities to fly the 38? What is your overall impression of it? Is it hard/easy to fly, did it require many changes, or was it as expected? I’m building one in 1-2...
Forum: Marketplace
07-30-2022, 04:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 520
Posted By spitfire66

I pm’d you Brian. Thanks for the reply!

I pm’d you Brian. Thanks for the reply!
Forum: Marketplace
07-27-2022, 09:08 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 520
Posted By spitfire66

Nice try scamming me bushdavid57 (joined july 8...

Nice try scamming me bushdavid57 (joined july 8 22) I’m not emailing your buddy [email protected] who magically has what I’m looking for….Lowlife.
Forum: Marketplace
07-26-2022, 03:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 520
Posted By spitfire66

Wtb***ziroli p-38 fiberglass booms***wtb

Hello,
I recently purchased all the fiberglass parts, plans, spinners, etc., from Ziroli and I am wanting to find some fiberglass booms for my upcoming build to save some time. If you have some...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
07-22-2022, 03:37 PM
Replies: 1,681
Views: 451,244
Posted By spitfire66

Hello, That prop is pretty cool! What rpm...

Hello,

That prop is pretty cool! What rpm are you getting at 8 or 10” of pitch? (If it can adjust that fine). 6200 sounds like quite a load. Have you installed baffles for cooling? We (My...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
07-22-2022, 02:40 PM
Replies: 1,024
Views: 221,849
Posted By spitfire66

I recently purchased everything available for...

I recently purchased everything available for purchase from Ziroli for the 38. I'll be buying the sierra retracts soon. Just a shot in the dark, does anyone have the fiberglass booms that they'd let...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-12-2022, 11:55 AM
Replies: 217
Views: 19,940
Posted By spitfire66

Would 2 part epoxy paint from klass kote work? My...

Would 2 part epoxy paint from klass kote work? My hobby group we all started stripping everything down and using engine paint from auto parts stores. I’m not sure how well that would go with the...
Forum: Marketplace
05-27-2022, 03:11 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 661
Posted By spitfire66

I would like the 11” and 22” sanding bar. Please...

I would like the 11” and 22” sanding bar. Please let me know how much! I will take all 3 if you will not separate.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
05-15-2022, 06:31 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,474
Posted By spitfire66

I am not there to see how the cg is working out,...

I am not there to see how the cg is working out, but I think the measured cg you provided is a little aft. Yes, more nose weight to get it in the range.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
05-14-2022, 03:59 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,474
Posted By spitfire66

I agree. Get the cg around 110mm or 28-30%

I agree. Get the cg around 110mm or 28-30%
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