[RCSE] Cumberland Soar for Fun

2006-11-02 Thread Raschow
Wx looking decent for the 40th Soar For Fun. Temps 40s-50s, no (daytime) precip, some sun. Westerly winds started today, may persist thru SAT (we hope! - maybe longer?). C U there! Add'l info pasted below. Good Lift! Announcing the 40th Annual SOAR for FUN on scenic Mount Knobbly in

Re: [RCSE] Pumpkin Fly and Tangerine..UPDATE...Father of DLG, There? or Not T...

2006-10-31 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 10/31/2006 3:02:32 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Sorry if I came off a little strong You are forgiven (and encouraged!) Good Lift!

Re: [RCSE] Espada R Question

2006-10-22 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 10/22/2006 8:48:02 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Does anyone know where you can get something like this? Fishing equipment supplier (plastic coated stainless steel leader material) Good Lift! RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane

Re: [RCSE] Spread Spectrum...Chat Gold, Fools Gold or ?

2006-10-20 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 10/20/2006 1:43:13 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: But I seriously doubt the Spread spectrum will work as of today in a full carbon fuse without some serious antenna installation. Very likely - OTOH, full carbon fuses are NOT MANDATORY, and given

Re: [RCSE] Tow Plane- release system

2006-10-17 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 10/16/2006 5:42:12 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Any suggestions? See here: http://mysite.verizon.net/vze2qbfc/id22.html Good Lift!

Re: [RCSE] Stopwatch Recommendation

2006-10-17 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 10/17/2006 12:08:20 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Why would you need lap time for TD work? Not for TD, but for HLG! A practiced HLG competitor can catch and re-launch his plane in 1.5sec, the timer needs the lap recording capability to keep up!

Re: [RCSE] 2mm Music Wire

2006-10-03 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 10/3/2006 1:30:08 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Anybody know of a source for 2mm music wire?? http://www.hobby-lobby.com/brasstube.htm#Metric (scroll down to music wire)Good Lift! RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send

Re: [RCSE] Revised WSM Round 9 Scores

2006-09-24 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 9/24/2006 8:38:23 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: http://louisvillesoaring.org/tmp/2006worldsoaringmasters-rd9scoresA.jpg Go Mike! Fantastic recovery Tom! Good Lift!

Re: [RCSE] What if LSF had been born on the East coast..

2006-09-16 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 9/14/2006 1:06:31 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Imagine what tasks ECSS would have developed for the weak lift, wooded hills and tree lined roads of Pennsylvania, New York, and New England. I don't think it would have been all that

Re: [RCSE] New LSF Thread Level 6

2006-09-14 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 9/14/2006 1:45:05 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: At least you know it going up... ;-)At 12:37 PM 9/14/2006, John Erickson wrote:What good is it having a vario to tell you that you're in greatair when you can't even see your plane? Or maybe

Re: [RCSE] LSF Discussion

2006-09-13 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 9/13/2006 1:39:07 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Would you perceive the following to be a set of tasks that is at least asdifficult as LSF Level 1? Whyinhell do weNEED a replacement for Level I?! - did you mean Level II? If so, the short

[RCSE] Re: Clarification- ESL Contest was tough on me today and Deleware's top pilo...

2006-09-13 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 9/11/2006 9:54:14 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, GordySoar writes: Okay, It was gonna come out sooner or later, but they bribed me with BBQ Chicken and Slawto take a dive, in orderto boost club morale! And I had to fly blindfolded :-) Gordy :-) This man has

Re: [RCSE] SMOM scoring program...

2006-09-11 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 9/11/2006 4:14:58 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Anyone out there have an actual program they use specifically for SMOM contest scoring? see http://www.dh-web.com/scoring/. It does require a bit of manual work to do seeded (overide the program

Re: [RCSE] ESL Contest was tough on me today and Deleware's top pilot too!

2006-09-09 Thread Raschow
Just the facts folks: Gordy was 14th in a field of 22 ESL Expert class fliers. The first place in Sportsman Class (14 entries) beat him too. We had 9 in RES (including 3 Novices) for a total of 44. Good Lift! Skip Schow AMA143, LSF 166 (V #46) CD

Re: [RCSE] Masters Pilot Roster Update

2006-09-07 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 9/7/2006 2:39:00 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: This is looking like a strong contest! Indeed! - with my failing abilities, I am cowed by the crowd (altho I see a few old-fart dreamers in there)! Just curious, I saw no call for workers - where

Re: [RCSE] Level V slideshow

2006-09-07 Thread Raschow
Sincere congrats! Good Lift! V #46

Re: [RCSE] LSF Comments

2006-09-06 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 9/6/2006 11:28:08 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: As for me, I am going to go as far as I can with what I got. Well said! The LSF program is an offer, not a mandate. One can pursue as much or as little of it as one wishes (and many have been

Re: [RCSE] 2M Re-Visited

2006-09-06 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 9/6/2006 2:07:58 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Yeah, it probably won't take a pedal-to-the-metal-full-bore-stomp-on-it winch launch. Dr Mark D'sAllegro Lite sure as heck does! (awesome to watch!). Good Lift!

Re: [RCSE] Multiplex Shempp-Hirth Spoilers

2006-08-30 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 8/30/2006 10:33:23 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I am looking for 4 Multiplex Shempp-Hirth Spoilers, Red, to fit anASK-18 quarter scale I am going to build. I have several pair of Mpx Schempp-Hirth spoilers, they come in lengths of 250mm

Re: [RCSE] how high really

2006-08-26 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 8/25/2006 8:55:17 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: But if anyone out there can give us some research based information on far a human can discern an object like a 3m sailplane I'd sure like to hear it. That would be good! Also, it would be

Re: [RCSE] US F3B Team Selections

2006-08-21 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 8/21/2006 3:08:21 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: As far as I know, at this time there is no general fund or account for US Soaring teams support. Hmmm, might be an idea though... This year (for the first time I remember) one could make tax

Re: [RCSE] RIP Butch

2006-08-21 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 8/21/2006 3:10:53 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: RIP Butch, You will be missed. AMEN! Hope to scratch your ears in a better place someday! Good Lift!

Re: [RCSE] F3B Team Selection this Friday. Sat Sunday.

2006-08-21 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 8/21/2006 4:22:10 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: On a personal note,,, My f3B beginings started at 21 years old with the late Dan Pruss showing me pictures of the' Dassil ', 80" molded English model in 1979. The name was Dassel and it was

[RCSE] CASA Memorial Open 2006

2006-08-12 Thread Raschow
Announcing: The 24th Annual CASA Memorial Open RC Sailplane Contest on 9-10 Sept 2006 at Horsefeathers Aerodrome near Warrenton, VA. (for map/GPS use 9669 Green Rd. zip 22728) CATEGORIES/EVENTS: Unlimited (ESL Expert Sportflyer), Unlimited RES (Limited to RUDDER, ELEVATOR SPOILER

Re: [RCSE] Help to sign up

2006-08-11 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 8/11/2006 7:38:02 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Neither of these were accepted so I can't figure out what I need to do differently. Make sure you send in plain text (not richtext or html). Good Lift! RCSE-List facilities provided by Model

Re: [RCSE] Smiley or similiar antenna for 9303

2006-08-04 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 8/4/2006 12:01:07 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: JR also makes a base loaded whip that is really nice to use. Yeah, but do some range checking before you use it with something serious - I apparently got a bad one a few years ago (for my JR 783),

Re: [RCSE] Electric Tug info

2006-08-02 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 8/1/2006 4:47:02 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I will be happy to answer any questions you might have. What (static) current are you pulling with the 22x12? Good Lift! RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and

Re: [RCSE] need info for sm. vac filtering system

2006-08-02 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 8/1/2006 11:39:54 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Also would like some kind of a filtering system to remove the solder smoke while soldering. i'm in a basement so it's hard to ventilate, even harder in the winter. An un-vented kitchen stove hood

Re: [RCSE] Hitec Fusion 9 Channel IPD RX's...tested and flown.

2006-07-18 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 7/18/2006 8:30:49 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I don't know the pinout, but there's only two possible options, Actually there are three, butone of those (+ to -) would be REEEAL STOOPID! Which leaves (+ to sig), (doesn't make much sense)

Re: [RCSE] First RC model

2006-07-04 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 7/3/2006 7:28:10 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Keeper of the (Nostalgia) rules...what is your take on this positive subject??? "Keeper of the rules" is now the AMA Competitions/Technical Department, since Nostalgia became a rule book

Re: [RCSE] XP 4.5 wing length

2006-07-01 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 7/1/2006 10:41:37 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: TomIf you consider dihedral it might be on the spotfor 4 degrees on ech sidecos ( 2X4degrees) X 59.525" = 58.945 No - that calculation would give the wingspan for 8 deg on each side (if 59.525 is

Re: [RCSE] XP 4.5 wing length

2006-07-01 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 7/1/2006 1:45:20 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: It is built and measurement is from top tip to top tip spanwise. Grab your razor saw (they do have a WS gauge at the Nats IIRC)- send nasty msg to Phil Denny! Good Lift!

Re: [RCSE] XP 4.5 wing length

2006-07-01 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 7/1/2006 2:53:19 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: The only contests that I know of that measure wings that closely are the NATS and Poway (IHLGF).Also: I DO NOT make XP4.5 wings. Nats is what I said! Apologies for mis- IDing you as XP4.5 mfr.

Re: [RCSE] First Sailplane

2006-06-30 Thread Raschow
Dave Thornburg's (all sheet balsa) Zephyr (initially with one-channel escapement) circa 1968. Any other older-than-dirt contemporaries still alive out there? Good Lift!

Re: [RCSE] Ernie Pritchard

2006-06-29 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 6/29/2006 7:27:50 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: My Profi is giving me a strange message on power-up and I've lost Ernie's contact. Anybody have either em or phone no. Info at www.multiplexusa, click support service and repair. Good Lift!

Re: [RCSE] For Sale, Polk Seeker 2 8 Channel Synth RX's

2006-06-06 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 6/5/2006 5:34:48 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: New price is $80 Currently reduced to $70. Good Lift! RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and

Re: [RCSE] Cockpit MM Query

2006-06-06 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 6/6/2006 11:41:52 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: How do I contact Ernie? See http://multiplexusa.com/Support/supportFS.htm, scroll down for Ernie's contact info. Good Lift! RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe

Re: [RCSE] MOM scoring software

2006-06-01 Thread Raschow
Take a look at http://www.scoring.dh-web.com/. It works well for us in the ESL. It can even be made to support seeded man-on-man by selecting the seeded groups manually from the cumulative standings after each round and then entering the seeded group # along with each contestants score

Re: [RCSE] A technical radio question needing simple answers

2006-05-11 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 5/11/2006 9:43:24 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I am thinking these are generated by the rx not the tx.Are they a problem? Am I correct? Maybe...Do they go away when the rx is turned off? Good Lift!

Re: [RCSE] 3110 Motor

2006-04-18 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 4/18/2006 2:54:45 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Thanks everyone for your suggestions on how to get my motor to fit my Real Balls. I have a Tim McCann winch kit. The motor shaft will not fit the drum. If your supplier will not trade your motor

Re: [RCSE] Push Rods

2006-04-15 Thread Raschow
Concur on the Sta-Brite kit. Often found in local hobby craft shops. Worked great with the stainless tube push-rods (actually tubes) that came with my Muller Esprit. Have used the flux with other solder on "stubborn" joints too. Best to use an iron vice a torch, torch burns away flux too

Re: [RCSE] RoadRunner issues being resolved?

2006-04-12 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 4/12/2006 10:04:09 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Are you getting email yet? Flow is back to aol (starting with some msgs from 10 Apr). Think I'll keep my Yahoo subscribe for a while. Good Lift!

Re: [RCSE] Re: Winch motor timing

2006-03-28 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 3/28/2006 9:06:36 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Rotating the end cap into the direction ofshaft rotation advances the timing. As to how far you need to advance it, that's your call. Just to make it very clear, what Rob means by "INTO the

Re: [RCSE] Re: Winch motor timing

2006-03-28 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 3/28/2006 2:40:40 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: It scares me that Skip from the frozen wastelands of the north can actually understand and competently translate bubbaspeak. He may be some kind of Yankee spy! Born at Maxwell (ARMY Air Corps) Field,

Re: [RCSE] ACE M*2K

2006-03-24 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 3/24/2006 10:47:50 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I lost some email addresses. Does anyone know who (Ham Tech Lic) can add a Hitec spectra Module to either the ACE MP8K or the new MicroStar2000. Or does anyone sell RF boards on Channel 16 for

Re: [RCSE] Midsouth-Louisville is gonna be more fantastic than ever!'

2006-03-09 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 3/10/2006 1:39:20 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: For those of you who are not polo-savvy, a single polo field is 9 football fields long! GORDYGARBAGE!! An official polo field is 300yds long x 160yds wide. The AREA is ~ 9 football fields (no wonder

Re: [RCSE] NEW PIKE PERFECT

2006-03-01 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 3/1/2006 6:28:52 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: but Jane looks simply great to me. Ski pants BAD!, miniskirt GOOD! Good Lift! RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]

[RCSE] Re: [balsasailplanes] Wanted- Airtronics 6Ch receiver

2006-02-26 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 2/26/2006 7:33:22 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Anybody have an Airtronics 6 Ch receiver with the old plugs they want to part with? How about an 8ch? - got one (92785/72band FM), old plugs. Have not used in many yrs, but was working then -

Re: [RCSE] Re: [balsasailplanes] Wanted- Airtronics 6Ch receiver

2006-02-26 Thread Raschow
Hey, lets have a reverse auction! I'll sell my 8ch for $50 shipped priority mail - If I have an Xtal the buyer prefers, I'll throw it in for free!! Good Lift!

Re: [RCSE] F3J Shirts Are KOOL

2006-02-25 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 2/25/2006 3:39:40 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: and a pocket for the ol stopwatch. And reading glasses - gotta have it! (extra cost - check order options). Ditto - it's good stuff, buy a bunch!! Good Lift!

Re: [RCSE] Evolution of RC RF

2006-02-24 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 2/23/2006 8:13:11 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: But it is clear that we need more power/range than what current 802.11x can offer. Hence we will need to use another band and since we are peripheral RF users, being assigned more bandwidth or a new

Re: [RCSE] Evolution of RC RF

2006-02-24 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 2/24/2006 8:24:46 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Another little factoid about SS is that if you ever go out of range, your link is toast. Once it is broken your TX and RX cannot reacquire it. Not so! DX6 users have confirmed re-acquisition

Re: [RCSE] Synthesized RF module vs multiple fixed modules?

2006-02-21 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 2/21/2006 12:38:53 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: In a message dated 2/21/2006 12:15:36 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Any RF savants out there that can explain in scientific terms why a synthesized TX RF

Re: [RCSE] Carbon Supra #48 flies - weight 61 oz !

2006-02-21 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 2/21/2006 10:44:21 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: 99.9% of you guys will never build the line tension Mark is referring to. AMEN! Good Lift! RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL

Re: [RCSE] He still sees no need for Dial a channel, but I have -- for years

2006-02-21 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 2/21/2006 10:54:40 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: The other factor involved IS the dial a crash potential. ALL of the current synth modules use the tiny dials, with tiny digits. It was why I urged all recently to invest in the Frequency

Re: [RCSE] Synthesized RF module vs multiple fixed modules?

2006-02-20 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 2/21/2006 12:15:36 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Any RF savants out there that can explain in scientific terms why a synthesized TX RF deck is either a good or bad idea? If one wants the option of more than 2-3 freq choices (to facilitate

Re: [RCSE] Carbon Supra #48 flies - weight 61 oz !

2006-02-17 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 2/16/2006 11:38:04 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Some may say I am a weight weenie. I say I am an engineer who knows how to trim out excesses and still keep the product reliable. Well, since YOU are the one who replaced your steel rods with CF of

Re: [RCSE] Molded Supra Antenna Placement - bottom placement

2006-02-17 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 2/16/2006 11:49:14 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I tried the thick walled plastic tube along the tailboom - worksbut only what I consider to be very marginal range (approx 120 feet). DARN! I was hoping Hartmut/Dave/Simon were on to

Re: [RCSE] F3F Rules

2006-02-13 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 2/13/2006 6:28:59 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: In which publication are the F3F rules found? http://www.fai.org/aeromodelling/documents/sc4Provisional event rules in the Soaring Competition section. Good Lift! RCSE-List facilities provided

Re: [RCSE]

2006-02-05 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 2/5/2006 10:35:26 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: a friend needs to contact Eric sanders From compufoil.com website: SoarSoft Software7682 Winfield Dr. Brighton, Mi 48116United States Phone: 1-810-225-1165 Good Lift!

Re: [RCSE] Question about large scale or otherwise soaring....

2006-02-04 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 2/4/2006 11:02:50 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: know a couple of smaller sites, but am looking for maybe a moutain site capable of top landing, say in the Shenendoah Valley ???(Or anywhere within a couple hour drive of Richmond) See

Re: [RCSE] Out of Touch

2006-02-03 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 2/3/2006 3:55:15 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: There is some old nostalgia stuff, that's about it. Strange comment for the builder of "Barney Dancer"! (and there are anumber ofother contemporary Drela and others' designs to build "as-is" or

Re: [RCSE] Supras?

2006-01-31 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 1/31/2006 1:36:29 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Now that you've all been flying your Supras... we haven't really heard anything from you. Many of those Supra owners who have previously posted are currently experiencing a recurring climatological

Re: [RCSE] Re: Winch chutes

2006-01-30 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 1/30/2006 1:31:37 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: You can get those from Johnny Berlin. At 12:24 PM 1/30/2006, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Who makes those chutes that use a mesh instead of lines to the canopy? Who gets them from Mike Lachowski. Good

Re: [RCSE] Insurance Question

2006-01-28 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 1/28/2006 1:33:21 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: The verbage "Self Insured Retention" is a fancy way of saying "Deductible". I know I certainly couldn't afford a deductible this high You can't, but the AMA can ('cause we send them lots of

Re: [RCSE] convert this please

2006-01-27 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 1/27/2006 12:58:59 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Can anybody tell me how you use that to convert g/dm^2 to oz/ft^2? For that you don't need much help - just divide by 3! (well, it's pretty close!) Good Lift! RCSE-List facilities provided by

Re: [RCSE] convert this please

2006-01-27 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 1/27/2006 2:14:34 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Phil, use area to get the area conversion... centimeters2 to inches or foot 2 that give you area in our system. 81.7 dm2 = 8170cm2 = 8.79ft2 Then convert the wing loading using mass. 36.7 G = 1.29 or

Re: [RCSE] Floating Dog

2006-01-24 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 1/24/2006 9:57:26 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: That was good And a good thing it wasn't a catahoula that had been eating chocolate chip cookies! Good Lift! RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe

Re: [RCSE] Wind Dancer Motor Upgrade

2006-01-21 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 1/21/2006 10:28:51 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: What has worked for you? Astro 020 planetary gear BL, 7 cells, 12x10 Graupner folder. Good Lift!

Re: [RCSE] Computer Guided Thermaling

2006-01-19 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 1/20/2006 1:44:50 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: The old fashioned way? With a picolario stuck in yourear? I'm sorry... but i don't remember that from theold days You're too young - use of telemetering audio variometers in US RC soaring

Re: [RCSE] Computer Guided Thermaling

2006-01-19 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 1/19/2006 7:15:12 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Imagine if your glider could sense thermals by onboard electronics and actually soar them by itself. Maynard Hill (autopilot) and Walt Good (Thermal Sniffler) successfully collaborated on this a

Re: [RCSE] Re: Soaring V1 #6983

2006-01-18 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 1/17/2006 4:53:07 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I have never heard that you could avoid channel conflict by using a PCM receiver. Failsafe and, perhaps faster or more solid signal handling were what I heard. Can anyone confirm this ability of a PCM

Re: [RCSE] Anyone out there recall where the c/g is on a Windfree?

2006-01-11 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 1/11/2006 9:32:53 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Can't believe it,but misplaced my plans. When I built mine back in 1973, I marked the balance point at 2 1/2 from the LE at the wing root (just checked it). Presumably, I got that off the plans at

Re: [RCSE] Aerotowing

2006-01-11 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 1/11/2006 5:12:19 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: What are the general rules of thumb regarding methods, setup and behavior? See http://www.soaringissa.org/Default.htm. John Derstine's links don't work anymore, but the ones that do cover the various

Re: [RCSE] foam electric poly glider

2005-11-17 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 11/17/2005 7:39:31 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I am looking for a semi indestructible self launching (electric) polyhedral (RE) glider. Anyone find a good one? Push E Cat from Polecataero. Good Lift! RCSE-List facilities provided by Model

Re: [RCSE] Cumberland Soar for Fun Photos

2005-11-10 Thread Raschow
WOW, Don, I think you qualify for a new career! Those that may have passed these by should take a look. Note that the thumbnails page for each album only shows about 1/2 the contents -open the first pic and step thru the slide show to see them all. Good Lift! Skip In a message dated

Re: [RCSE] Re: Polyester and epoxy, how to get them to play nice together?

2005-11-08 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 11/9/2005 12:59:41 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I don't use stinky polyester, the wife would never allow it, only epoxy resin, but, are there potential problems mixing between the two? You are in luck! Polyester will (usually) NOT cure in the

Re: [RCSE] Cumberland Soar for Fun GPS?

2005-10-20 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 10/20/2005 6:08:11 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Is this the place? Close - your marker is ~500 metersSouth of the clubhouse. Good Lift!

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2005-10-18 Thread Raschow
Announcing the 39th Annual SOAR for FUN on scenic Mount Knobbly in West Virginia near Cumberland, MD on 5-6 Nov 2005.Two fun-filled days of camaraderie and scenery that only mountain-top soaringin the Autumn can bring you! (weather permitting!)All are welcome, AMA required for pilots.

[RCSE] Cumberland Soar for Fun

2005-10-18 Thread Raschow
Once more, with a Subject! Announcing the 39th Annual SOAR for FUN on scenic Mount Knobbly in West Virginia near Cumberland, MD on 5-6 Nov 2005. Two fun-filled days of camaraderie and scenery that only mountain-top soaring in the Autumn can bring you! (weather permitting!) All are welcome,

Re: [RCSE] Anybody make an electric Mantis fuse?

2005-10-10 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 10/10/2005 11:06:50 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Anybody make an electric Mantis fuse? Mantis is more a generic than specific term - certainly the more common fuses associated with it; the Sherm the Sperm type by Barnes, or the Pretty Mantis by

Re: [RCSE] Mystery Ship main wing rod

2005-10-05 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 10/5/2005 8:46:44 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Or, does anyone know where I could get something similar? _http://dixiepins.com/products/ej_pins_chart.htm_ (http://dixiepins.com/products/ej_pins_chart.htm)Good Lift! RCSE-List facilities

Re: [RCSE] OOPS, MAJOR TYPO in Genie message

2005-09-28 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 9/28/2005 12:48:49 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Makes one appear eruditely But obviously does not improve grammar. Good Lift! RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [RCSE] Fall Sloping, Cumberland?

2005-09-28 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 9/28/2005 1:18:01 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Anyone have more specifics? Announcement soon, stand by. Good Lift!

Re: [RCSE] Aerotow?

2005-09-24 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 9/24/2005 12:51:38 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: What should we know See http://www.scalesoaring.net/tow.html. Good Lift! RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please

Re: [RCSE] Cosmotec Gearbox

2005-09-21 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 9/21/2005 6:06:01 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: If that can't be done where can I buy a new one? http://www.nfmodels.com/html/accessories1.html GoodLift! RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe

Re: [RCSE] T/D flying for $$$$$

2005-09-15 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 9/15/2005 2:39:01 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Any reason why not in T/D flying ? Been there, done that, it can work. Unless high luck factor tasks chosen, not much incentive for new folks/social flyers to attend. Consider your expected

Re: [RCSE] Black Hole

2005-09-15 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 9/15/2005 4:42:54 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: The RCSE has become a black hole taking all messages I send about dual solenoids somewhere never to be seen again accept in my sent file. Why? I see a lot of sale items on RCSE?? Your service

Re: [RCSE] T/D flying for $$$$$

2005-09-15 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 9/15/2005 4:13:14 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: The EAST is LEAST (likely to lose!) I'll see your crummy $20 and bump to $50! Kiesling, Lachowski, Glaab, pack your bags! (Gordy will be snuck in to make smoke other distractions) Good Lift!

Re: [RCSE] I made a glider video

2005-08-25 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 8/24/2005 11:36:34 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Not exactly up to Paul's standards. Pretty darn good I think! (love that yaw string). Good Lift! RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to

Re: [RCSE] Death to RCR

2005-08-25 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 8/25/2005 8:27:49 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: We lost a LOT more when Model Builder went down!! Roger that - RCM for shopping, MB for best content, Soaring Electric (the Ol' Buzzard Thornburg, first mag to publish decent electric motor

Re: [RCSE] Death to RCR

2005-08-24 Thread Raschow
Lots of folks complained about all the ads - me, I always felt it was the most comprehensive/convenient comparative shopping reference out there (and some good columnists and designs over the years). I'll miss it (particularly since I just renewed in May!). Good Lift! RCSE-List

[RCSE] CASA Mem. Open Contest (VA)

2005-08-23 Thread Raschow
Announcing: The 23rd Annual CASA Memorial Open RC Sailplane Contest on 10-11 Sept 2005 at Horsefeathers Aerodrome near Warrenton, VA. CATEGORIES/EVENTS: Unlimited (ESL Expert Sportflyer), Unlimited RES (Limited to RUDDER, ELEVATOR SPOILER controls) - NEW FOLKS, THIS EVENT IS FOR YOU!

Re: [RCSE] CASA Mem. Open Contest (VA)

2005-08-23 Thread Raschow
CORRECTION! Info website is www.soarcasa.org (sorry!). Good Lift! RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off.

Re: [RCSE] 8 hour day - Long!

2005-06-18 Thread Raschow
Sincere congrats - recalled some similar experiences! Good Lift! Skip Schow, LSF 166, V#46

Re: [RCSE] Sagitta XC

2005-05-26 Thread Raschow
I campaigned a couple of these (with some success!) back in the same era as Tom Kallevang. The last thing you want to do is lighten it up - the Sag-XC was designed with the max surface area allowed by the FAI definition for a model airplane. Even when ballasted to the max allowable 11 lbs (5 Kg),

Re: [RCSE] Re:mantis - for Herr Philmeister

2005-04-15 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 4/15/2005 11:31:35 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Stud Bug No way! Stud implies male gender, a really bad choice for Manti - males are killed and eaten by the females after breeding. Good Lift!

[RCSE] Cumberland Soar for Fun - reminder

2004-11-03 Thread Raschow
Weather update: Per accuweather it will be cool (lows 30s, highs ~50) with (favorable for slope) WESTERLY WINDS (15+mph) Fri - Mon! Announcing the 38th Annual SOAR for FUN on scenic Mount Knobbly in West Virginia near Cumberland, MD on 6-7 Nov 2004. Two fun-filled days of camaraderie and

Re: [Spam] [RCSE] Wanted Sagitta XC kit

2004-10-25 Thread Raschow
In a message dated 10/25/2004 10:24:53 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Have you tried Dream Catcher Hobbies? Do it quick, it's shutting down end of this year! Good Lift!

[RCSE] Cumberland Soar for Fun 2003

2004-10-15 Thread Raschow
Announcing the 38th Annual SOAR for FUN on scenic Mount Knobbly in West Virginia near Cumberland, MD on 6-7 Nov 2004. Two fun-filled days of camaraderie and scenery that only mountain-top soaring in the Autumn can bring you! (weather permitting!) All are welcome, AMA required for pilots.

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