[RCSE] Re: Negative Shift
Why has Futaba chosen to use negative shift ONLY in the USA? I can't see a reason to prefer either positive or negative specifically. BUT, to do both? This adds allot of manufacturing complexity and thus additional cost. What's their reasoning? Bill Swingle [EMAIL PROTECTED] Pleasanton, CA RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [RCSE] Twinstar
I think the Zagi is probably better than the Twinstar, but the Smiley would be the best trainer. The Twinstar is too fast and fragile for new pilots. An e-zagi would be good for the new guys that show a knack for flying, but it would be tough for the guys that are all thumbs. I highly recommend having the new pilots practice approaches and landings on MS flight sim. Select the glider,ignore crash, tower view, make all the surfaces more sensitive and save the flight as a RC Glider. When they can line up and land in front of the tower consistently, they will have a much better day at the field. Mark Mech [EMAIL PROTECTED] www.aerofoam.com > The E-Zagi is much more durable and compact than the TwinStar. The TwinStar > is probably easier to fly, though I don't have enough stick time on either > to make a definitive answer. It may be the standard configuration of the > TwinStar would be more comfortable for beginners, RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[RCSE] Teddy for sale
Hello To all, As it says, I have a Multiplex Teddy for sale. It is in good condition with a timed speed 400 motor, with the stock 12 amp bec pico switch, 2 cs25bb servos and 2 battery packs 1 n600a the other is a 1450 NiMH pack. it is done in Navy trainer style with Star and Bar decals, change it if you like. Asking $124.00 or trade. I live in so cal and would rather not try to ship. I also have the original sticker sheet if you are into teddies 8<) Marc Nelissen ISS Yucaipa Ca. WIND IT UP !!! NUTHIN BUT [EMAIL PROTECTED] This message brought to you by EFLIGHT! Hello To all, As it says, I have a Multiplex Teddy for sale. It is in good condition with a timed speed 400 motor, with the stock 12 amp bec pico switch, 2 cs25bb servos and 2 battery packs 1 n600a the other is a 1450 NiMH pack. it is done in Navy trainer style with Star and Bar decals, change it if you like. Asking $124.00 or trade. I live in so cal and would rather not try to ship. I also have the original sticker sheet if you are into teddies 8<) Marc Nelissen ISS Yucaipa Ca. WIND IT UP !!! NUTHIN BUT [EMAIL PROTECTED] *** Would you like to unsubscribe?, do you need help?, send a blank email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] *** _ Who will win the Oscars? Spout off on our Entertainment list! http://www.topica.com/lists/showbiztalk
RE: [RCSE] Twinstar
The E-Zagi is much more durable and compact than the TwinStar. The TwinStar is probably easier to fly, though I don't have enough stick time on either to make a definitive answer. It may be the standard configuration of the TwinStar would be more comfortable for beginners, but then if they don't have preconceptions it probably doesn't matter. The Zagi is pretty stable but appears to be quicker, again likely due to the configuration. It is a bit smaller in overall size since it doesn't have a fuselage & tail. Both will slope, and both will thermal a bit. Given the choice of these two, I'd go for the Zagi, for it's robustness, but there are better planes for learning to fly on. Thanks Eric Weder, P. Eng. Calgary, Alberta, Canada Kenonic Controls Ltd. [EMAIL PROTECTED] Work: (403)258-6237 Cell: (403)607-9617 [EMAIL PROTECTED] Home: (403)289-8844 -Original Message- From: Bill Johns [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: February 15, 2000 7:50 AM To: Soaring Subject: [RCSE] Twinstar Thanks for all the input on the sources of Twinstar. Let me tap into this wealth of experience and knowledge and ask for advise. =:-o I am trying to start a R/C club at Washington State University. So far I showed Endless Lift and Old Buzzard tapes. Les Grammer came by and brought a competition 2M and presented an excellent show&tell. We chatted about this and the group would like to find a group beginner plane. An electric powered sailplane would be ideal. A foamie would be wonderful. We need something stable, durable, that can be flown on flat land and perhaps a bit of sloping. Perhaps do a little thermalling, too. Les suggested an electric Zagi. I have no idea how stable or suitable these are for newbies with no stick time. Also note that these kids live in a dorm and anything that takes huge volumes to store simply won't do. Anything that is stick built is not suitable as we don't give them that much spare time away from homework. ;-) We do have a little room for group building. Suggestions anyone? Bill -- Whatever you do will be insignificant, but it is very important that you do it.- Ghandi Bill Johns Pullman, Washington RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [RCSE] Twinstar
Bill, I don't think a Zagi is a great beginner plane (though it is a great plane!). I would suggest something like a wingo, teddy (though it looks so much like a kids toy!) or a smiley. Those are all stable, though I don't know how much use they will be on a slope. You could always get one of the above and something like the DAW 1-25 hlg for the slope. Greg Bill Johns <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Thanks for all the input on the sources of Twinstar. Let me tap into this wealth of experience and knowledge and ask for advise. =:-o I am trying to start a R/C club at Washington State University. So far I showed Endless Lift and Old Buzzard tapes. Les Grammer came by and brought a competition 2M and presented an excellent show&tell. We chatted about this and the group would like to find a group beginner plane. An electric powered sailplane would be ideal. A foamie would be wonderful. We need something stable, durable, that can be flown on flat land and perhaps a bit of sloping. Perhaps do a little thermalling, too. Les suggested an electric Zagi. I have no idea how stable or suitable these are for newbies with no stick time. Also note that these kids live in a dorm and anything that takes huge volumes to store simply won't do. Anything that is stick built is not suitable as we don't give them that much spare time away from homework. ;-) We do have a little room for group building. Suggestions anyone? Bill -- Whatever you do will be insignificant, but it is very important that you do it.- Ghandi Bill Johns Pullman, Washington RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[RCSE] Twinstar
Thanks for all the input on the sources of Twinstar. Let me tap into this wealth of experience and knowledge and ask for advise. =:-o I am trying to start a R/C club at Washington State University. So far I showed Endless Lift and Old Buzzard tapes. Les Grammer came by and brought a competition 2M and presented an excellent show&tell. We chatted about this and the group would like to find a group beginner plane. An electric powered sailplane would be ideal. A foamie would be wonderful. We need something stable, durable, that can be flown on flat land and perhaps a bit of sloping. Perhaps do a little thermalling, too. Les suggested an electric Zagi. I have no idea how stable or suitable these are for newbies with no stick time. Also note that these kids live in a dorm and anything that takes huge volumes to store simply won't do. Anything that is stick built is not suitable as we don't give them that much spare time away from homework. ;-) We do have a little room for group building. Suggestions anyone? Bill -- Whatever you do will be insignificant, but it is very important that you do it.- Ghandi Bill Johns Pullman, Washington RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [RCSE] Kudos Hitech RCD
Because the company likes it's distributors and won't undercut them like Hobbico et al Mark Mech [EMAIL PROTECTED] www.aerofoam.com - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Tuesday, February 15, 2000 6:58 AM Subject: Re: [RCSE] Kudos Hitech RCD > Does anybody know why it seems that Hitec products can all be botten quite a > bit more cheaply from distributors than directly from the company? > RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[RCSE] DAW Ki61 photos now up!
I finally scanned in some pictures of my DAW Ki61 Warbird and posted them to my site. It was cloudy that day, so the pics are a little dark. I will work tonight or sometime soon on enhancing them via photoshop and reposting them. There are also some pics of it flying and two pics of my flying site at Jemez Canyon Dam. Photos of the Ki61 are here: http://www.slopecombat.freeservers.com/photo.html Just one note. Freeservers.com has been having some problems since last weekend with their sites. It may not work but then again, who can tell with today's technology. It was working this morning. Let me know what you folks think of my handiwork! Greg RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [RCSE] Composite spar sizing -- Part II
On Mon, 14 February 2000, Mark Drela wrote: > BTW. What's the largest winch tension one can reasonably expect to see? The "lock torque" (stalled motor) for the motors we use is about 20ft-lbs so max tesion will be in the line will be around 120lbs with a veru fresh battery and breeze. John Hazel -- AltaVista Smart is Beautiful http://www.altavista.com Raging Bull? Sleeping Bear? Live stock quotes at AltaVista Live! http://money.altavista.com -- RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [RCSE] Mini Phoebus Source?
In a message dated 02/14/2000 10:00:07 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << I'm trying to get in contact with a vendor who was selling some small Mini Phoebus kits at this year's IMS show in Pasadena. >> Hi Jay Here is the info you wanted. I'd give them a few more weeks though. http://www.stansonline.com/ Have a great day, John RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [RCSE] Kudos Hitech RCD
It's just business. The company must maintain the retail pricing, when they are bypassing the dealer/distribtuors. Other wise, instead of a nation/worldwide system of getting their products out to the masses, they would be doing it all alone from ONE spot. No dealer/distributor would work with them, to market the companies products. Jerry Miller SOSS-Medford, OR RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[RCSE] Re: thermal books
In a message dated 00-02-14 23:22:10 EST, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > just had an inquiry about a book on finding thermals, can > anyone recommend one? I didn't pay attention to that thread! "Understanding the Sky" by Dennis Pagen "Cross country Soaring" by Helmut Reichmann "The Joy of Soaring" by Carle Conway "Old Buzzard's Soaring Book" by Dave Thornburg Mark Navarre "To fly or not to fly...that is a stupid question" - RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [RCSE] Carbon fiber rods
Beltran, Try www.intothewind.com they are located in Boulder, CO. Jerry Miller SOSS-Medford, OR RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[RCSE] Re:WRAM Show
How big is the WRAM show? I live north of Boston. I've contemplated driving down to see it. Is it worth the trip? If you were going to attend one RC show a year what show would it be? Paul RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [RCSE] Aluminum Tx Cases
Here is the SKU# I had before: 002599790603$14 Garland Hanson wrote: > > Kevin, what is that SKU again? I deleted it... > Thanks, > Garland > - Original Message - > From: Kevin D. Broussard <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Sent: Saturday, January 01, 2000 8:52 PM > Subject: [RCSE] Aluminum Tx Cases > > > I just wanted to thank those that supplied the SKU# for aluminum cases > > from Wal-Mart. I found a store that has about six so I bought two. > > They were only $14. Not bad at all for the money. > > > > Thanks again, > > > > Kevin > > RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" > and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[RCSE] NSP - Laser 3MC or Edge or Psycho ?
Looking at these three composite ships from NSP, what's the most practical or best way to chose one? With the WRAM show coming up, I'd like to pick one of these up for the coming season. Any input or comments on these would be much appreciated. TIA Gus RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
