Re: [RCSE] Volz Multiplex pricing
Craig, Check the ad again. The last time I was in the UK, the price for the Micro 3BB was around $55 and the MC version ranged from $85-$110 depending on the store. I think you will find that the quoted price was for the Micro 3BB version. Most likely it was a misprint in the ad. Actually looking at the modelspot home page - www.modelspot.com (a company in the UK selling MPX equipment) shows the following: Micro 3BBs for 34.00 pounds. The Micro MC/V2 servo sells for 59.00 pounds. At $56 per for a Micro MC, I might just have to buy some G. Jason Werner MPX dealer - Original Message - From: "Craig Toutolmin" mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, March 11, 2000 2:43 PM Subject: [RCSE] Volz Multiplex pricing I'm trying to figure out the reason for the discrepancy in the pricing of these servos. The price printed in QFI West London Models' add shows the MPX mc/v2 micro at 34.95 pounds ($56.60). The price of a Volz Micro Maxx direct from Volz to a European country (with 16% VAT) is $58.80 euros ($57). Very similar, however when you buy these servos in the US the Mico Maxx is $60 and the MPX is $104. what gives? Craig Toutolmin __ NetZero - Defenders of the Free World Get your FREE Internet Access and Email at http://www.netzero.net/download/index.html 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] The On Step discussion
Gentlemen, What I do notice is that a lot of people eagerly quote the same text over and over - at least six levels of quotes I've seen this far (digest # 962) ... The subject is interesting, but rereading the old stuff over and over isn't. Please calm your quoting urges, gentlemen! It ain't good neticette! Tord, Sweden -- If reply difficulties - use [EMAIL PROTECTED] Tord S. Eriksson, Ovralidsg.25:5, S-422 47 Hisings Backa, Sweden RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [RCSE] On step
What many of you forget is that the aircraft has inertia - when it passes from one column of air to another it will try to keep equilibrium: So when entering the air the main wing will have an increased angle of attack for a while, thus producing more lift and slowling down a little. When the stabilisator enters the riding air it will be affected much more as the tail is so much lighter. If there is a sharp divide between the static and the rising air the main wing might even stall as it enters the thermal, if flown slow enough, accentuating the behavior even further! So loading, AR and chord plays a major role. Tord, Sweden -- If reply difficulties - use [EMAIL PROTECTED] Tord S. Eriksson, Ovralidsg.25:5, S-422 47 Hisings Backa, Sweden RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [RCSE] Load rated hook
On Sun 12 Mar, Dan deVries wrote: On full-size gliders we use a piece of brass between the 'hook' and the tow line - if the load is too great the brass breaks, instead of the wings! Tord, To elaborate on Tord's , the "weak links" I've used have a kind of cylinder/piston arrangement with a pin in SHEAR (for predictable failure load). Outboard motor propeller shear pins are similar except they're limiting torque rather than tension -- not much difference to the shear pin itself. The ends of the weak link device are connected to the tow cable and the tow ring respectively. This provide anyone with additional insights in how a weak link for models might be made feasible? Your design should give much more accurate function than the one we used! A load (amps) limiter on the winch would be even easier, and for ever reusable! Tord, Sweden -- If reply difficulties - use [EMAIL PROTECTED] Tord S. Eriksson, Ovralidsg.25:5, S-422 47 Hisings Backa, Sweden RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[RCSE] precision altimeter
As I mentioned here before Silva makes a precision altimeter watch (accurate to a meter), using some unusual Swiss chip! Made in the USA, is that watch, I think! See URL:http://www.silvamarine.com/ Tord, Sweden -- If reply difficulties - use [EMAIL PROTECTED] Tord S. Eriksson, Ovralidsg.25:5, S-422 47 Hisings Backa, Sweden RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[RCSE] Re: Stab size
On Sun 12 Mar, Y.K.Chan wrote: There are more than one way/combinations to support such observation of his. I agree that not enough nose weight can caused that, although he stressed that CG at 35% cord (from LE I guess, or it is from TE? worth questioning does it?) I guess I should not use the term AOA when I think of angle formed by zero lift reference to fuse-axis, geometry elevation angle GEA. An excessive GEA can also support his observation, and that was my point. Like you said, a fully moving stab is the answer to that although the fuse axis may form too large angle to the wash. AOA is never visavi the fuselage - depending on which speed minimum drag is most important, while thermalling or on the speed runs, the rigging angle varies a bit between different aircraft - unless you use a pivoted wing, it isn't perfect for more than one speed - whatever angle you choose! Further more, does he understand what is zero lift reference, decalage and their relationship? or did he mean decalage is measure relative to fuse axis or a line drawn between centers of F-wing and stab. I don't we have any disagreement among what we understand in aerodynamics, but the interpretation of his observations and yet if the observer knows enough to present a real situation in front to the audience? Do you agree? YK Have no idea :-)! I hope he knows :-)! Tord, Sweden -- If reply difficulties - use [EMAIL PROTECTED] Tord S. Eriksson, Ovralidsg.25:5, S-422 47 Hisings Backa, Sweden RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [RCSE] tools
How 'bout this: http://www.dxmarket.com/micromark/products/50304.html Quote from their page below...I don't see why they call this a "MINIATURE TABLE SAW"---heck my workbench is nowhere near that big! "Takes up only 7-1/4' x 9-1/2' of your valuable workbench space. Fixed position 2' blade. " RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Fw: [RCSE] Sensei gets squished like a bug at TPG
Fred, were you no doubt flying the addiction?? Brian - Original Message - From: FRED SAGE [EMAIL PROTECTED] John; The actual sequence was 3.00/98, 15.00/98, 12.01/94, 9.01/99, 6.00/100 for a total of 12 points off through the five rounds. IAC, thanks for the thought and the kind words. Fred 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] Bevel angle (beveling Ailerons)!
bevel as little as you need, and keep the edge sharp, as you want moredrag on the upgoing wing' aileron! Tord, Sweden -- If reply difficulties - use [EMAIL PROTECTED] Tord S. Eriksson, Ovralidsg.25:5, S-422 47 Hisings Backa, Sweden RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[RCSE] Thermal speed
You have to have more speed as you lean your aircraft inward in the turn - a 60 degree turn doubles the G's, thus the stall speed goes up a lot (not suure how much)! The air is not much thinner (just a bit). The headwind is probably a bit less, so the percieved, but not the actual, flight speed migh increase if you enter the thermal going into the prevailing wind! For how much the stalling speed increases we need help: The experts please advice us! Tord, Sweden -- If reply difficulties - use [EMAIL PROTECTED] Tord S. Eriksson, Ovralidsg.25:5, S-422 47 Hisings Backa, Sweden RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[RCSE] adjustable towhooks
Morning, Anyone have/make and adjustable towhook for sale? After making one for a project, I am looking for an alternative to the labor. Must be strong enough for F3b and F3j tasks, so no plastic jobs G. Jason Werner RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: [RCSE] FunFly at HSS Monday 9:30 am
Uncle Mike, what are you going to do with all the retired peoples money your taken. I may have a competition ready ship for sale in the near future. -Original Message- From: Mike Morjoseph [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Sunday, March 12, 2000 10:56 PM To: soaring exchange Subject: [RCSE] FunFly at HSS Monday 9:30 am We are getting a small group together this Monday at the HSS field in Costa Mesa Ca this Monday at 930am Yes we will have a Winch set up for this event bring some dollar bills and you can get into a Landing for Cash Contest..ill see ya There... Uncle Mike... http://www.1hss.org/hssmap.htm MAP... 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] Amazing development
Dudes Latest project. 120" unlimited class ship with almost every innovation known to mankind. Redundant battery system in case of battery failure. Gyros on ailerons, rudder, and elevator so that I don't look like an idiot on final, thermal sniffer so that I don't have to learn how to read air, plane is equipped with dual launch harness to spread that load, explodable tow hooks to eliminate too much stress on launch and make it idiot proof, tiny vidio camera that zeros in on the landing tape and transmits the signal to the gyros so that they can automatically center on the tape and working on an automatic timer device that automatically makes it fall outof the sky at exactly the right time. With all this money involved I found it necessary (for peace of mind) to install a parachute system from an ultra light in case of all systems failure. The only problems to date have been finding a decent chevy V8 to power the winch and suitable winch line. Wing loading is a little high also. I do think, however, that this plane will help eliminate all the annoying parts of RC soaring. You know, launching, landing, finding decent air, and crashing of expensive planes. Any one willing to donate research money may send it directly to me. Denny RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [RCSE] who else flies in the rain?
At 04:12 AM 3/11/2000 -0800, Mark Morland wrote: I once had a JR622 transmitter quit working after spending a day in a storage case that had received a few raindrops while open. Luckily there was a bit of sun available, so I opened the transmitter up and dried it for about an hour. It always worked fine after that. Mark ex-Seattlite Richard Dolf wrote: After yet another session of flying in the rain, I got to wondering - how wet can this transmitter get before it stops working? Anyone ever damage a transmitter flying in the rain? Richard RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] My Stylus lost its LCD screen while flying in the rain. The radio worked but I couldn't see the settings for changing models, or saving the settings before sending it for service. I sent it back to Airtronics, where they found other parts showing corrosion from previous in-rain encounters. This was the first transmitter that really failed due to rain, but then, most of the others didn't have LCD displays. -Fritz RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: [RCSE] Hi-Start Recommendations
I would look at the NSP Pinnacle Hi-starts. I use the 'L' version for everything from a Gentle Lady to a molded 3m, although you might find the Standard size a better choice...nothing against Multiplex or any other vendors out there, I have never tried their products. http://www.nesail.com/pinnacle.html -Original Message- From: Lynn Dudenbostel [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Monday, March 13, 2000 8:19 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [RCSE] Hi-Start Recommendations Hi... I'd like some recommendations from the list as to what kind of hi-start would be needed for a Sailaire 12' sailplane. Right now I'm leaning toward the 4m bungee system by Multiplex, but I'm not sure if this has too much "zip" for a built up wing like the Sailaire has. I'm just getting back into RC soaring after being out of it for 18 years, just to find that the planes I once flew are now considered "Nostalgia Class"! I've decided not to go with a winch for cost reasons. Anyone with experience in this area? Thanks for the help. Lynn 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] coraplast replacement for Zagi
Here on the West Coast, R/C hobby stores (Hobby Shack, for instance) carry it in 1x2 foot panels, for about $5. I would imagine that it's available elsewhere, too. - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, March 12, 2000 18:36 Subject: Re: [RCSE] coraplast replacement for Zagi In a message dated 3/3/2000 1:19:14 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Anyone know were you can get this stuff? My Zagi hit hard on the face of my secret slope during lunch today and one of the coroplast wingtips flew away. My personal preference is 1/16 plywood but you can also use presentation board (foam skinned with plastic) from the office supply. Bill 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] Free Radio Gone
The radio is going to a club to help a 14 year old to get started in soaring. While I was doing this, a thought came to me. How many old 2, 3, 4 channel radios are sitting around idle and gathering dust while someone new could put this equipment to good use. I'm not suggesting all give their stuff away to just anyone, but in my case when a club officer E-mailed me, I took him at his word and will be sending the radio in a few days. The advantage here is that the club could kick in a few parts and a lot of help and add one more to our ranks. Just a thought. Good luck Good Lift, Rich RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[RCSE] ASH 25 Airfoil ?
What is an appropriate airfoil for a 3.6 meter wing for an ASH 25? I have the shards and attempting to rebuild the model ... but I have no clue what the airfoil should be. I am looking for suggestions regarding what might have been the original airfoil on this ROBBE model and suggestions for what airfoil I should use in case I can't find the answer to the above question. Thanks. (The other) Dave in Berkeley, California RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [RCSE] Winch or Winch kit?
Check out: http://www.alltel.net/~tmccann/ kevin At 04:27 PM 03/13/2000 -0500, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Does any body out there have a good used winch thet want to sell? Or is there any one who sells plans or a kit for a winch? Doug Adams in Grand Rapids Mi 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] High Performance Servo Wiring
Due to the demand, and difficulty aquiring quality twisted cabling, I have started offering custom-made twisted leads to the giant scale groups. It can include as many leads as required. I can also offer a much higher performance wiring system which is single and/or double-shielded (aluminum/copper braid) which offers as much as 48 dBm suppression @ 72MHz. I can offer quality 22awg (19/34ga.) Teflon jacketed lead for 0.05/inch American per lead (Canucks, multiply by 1.45). For example, a 4ft extension with 3-leads (no connectors) would be $7.20. I also offer your choice of OEM connectors crimped on for $4.13/pair. I also have (amongst others) JST connectors that are same quality, but sell for less. Of course, these are not compatible with OEM connectors. The next level up in quality and RF suppression includes 22awg multi-lead jacketed cabling with foiled aluminum shielding. The ultimate in extraneous RF suppression has the above shielding, including a extra layer of tinned copper braid. All include a drain wire, which in most circumstances can be shared as a servo power GND (same gauge as jacketed leads). Prices on these last two systems will depend on the configuration required, therefore I need to know exactly what your needs are before I quote. This service is offered to help those amongst us who are "electronically challenged", in an effort to help prevent accidents (read crashes) from improper intallation and/or improper connectability. The added benefit of significantly low V line-loss from increased wire gauge, and increased extraneous EMI/RFI security goes without saying. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ RADIUS Systems Simon Van Leeuwen Calgary, Alberta, Canada MAAC12835 IMAC1754 IAC25233 IMAA20209 LSF5953 EAA574136 -the Art in Precision- ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[RCSE] Airtronics Receivers
I am looking for a couple of broken or damaged 92785 FM PPM receivers to steal parts from. Thanks Kirk Hanson TPG San Diego RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[RCSE] FUN 1 SLOPE RACER
HI: HAVE ANYONE FLOWN THE FUN 1 SAILPLANE I SAW IT ADVERTISED IN THE SE MAG. IT SELLS FOR 90 BUCKS AND HAS A FIBERGLASS FUSE AND PRESHEETED WING.. AND COMMENTS BEFORE WE JUMP AND GET IT??? LUIS
Re: [RCSE] Amazing development
Obviously this design was baste on logic (pun intended). But will it bring you your slippers? What if it gets a mind of its own, and actually outsmarts you? For that kind of money, couldn't you just hire a good pilot to fly a foamie? -Paul [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Dudes Latest project. 120" unlimited class ship with almost every innovation known to mankind. Redundant battery system in case of battery failure. Gyros on ailerons, rudder, and elevator so that I don't look like an idiot on final, thermal sniffer so that I don't have to learn how to read air, plane is equipped with dual launch harness to spread that load, explodable tow hooks to eliminate too much stress on launch and make it idiot proof, tiny vidio camera that zeros in on the landing tape and transmits the signal to the gyros so that they can automatically center on the tape and working on an automatic timer device that automatically makes it fall outof the sky at exactly the right time. With all this money involved I found it necessary (for peace of mind) to install a parachute system from an ultra light in case of all systems failure. The only problems to date have been finding a decent chevy V8 to power the winch and suitable winch line. Wing loading is a little high also. I do think, however, that this plane will help eliminate all the annoying parts of RC soaring. You know, launching, landing, finding decent air, and crashing of expensive planes. Any one willing to donate research money may send it directly to me. Denny 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] Cure for Thumb Flying
I used to be a thumb flier, but the ol' WinchDoc cured me a long time ago. He also got me out of the Coupled aileron rudder habit, too. Check his website for opinionated facts!!! http://members.xoom.com/winchdoc/xcontrl.html Doug RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [RCSE] Thumbs flying...what do the experts do.
I'd say that the "best" way is to use two fingers. That said, Daryl and I both use thumbs... It was the way that I learned to fly, and I'm not gonna change. I also think that mode 1 is a better choice, but I fly mode 2. Bottom line, probably doesn't matter a lot. Do what ya feel comfortable with. Joe -Original Message- From: Jeff Winder [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: '[EMAIL PROTECTED]' [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Monday, March 13, 2000 3:26 PM Subject: [RCSE] Thumbs flying...what do the experts do. Hello, Anyone watched Joe Wurtz or Darrel Perkins flying? Are they 'thumb' flyers or do they use two fingers to guide their planes? I've always used two fingers, as it gives me the best feedback, but wanted to know what the 'best' flyers technique was. Thanks Again, Jeff Winder [EMAIL PROTECTED] 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] Ring for hi-start
Lowes sells welded rings, as do many hardware stores. Usually where the screws and small parts are. Tom Jeff Reid wrote: Looking for a source to rings to use in a hi-start. I've ordered tubing and chute, and have the fishing line, now I just need the rings. Max tension in the tubing I'm getting is about 14.5 pounds, maybe I should just look for key rings? RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] -- Tom Broeski -- Afton, VA TG Exhibits (Exhibit and Prototype Design) http://www.adesigner.com TG Hobbies (Home of the "Quote") http://www.adesigner.com/hobbies.htm BRASS (Blue Ridge Area Soaring Society) http://www.adesigner.com/brass.htm BRIC (Blue Ridge Inventors' Club) http://www.inventorclub.org 540 943-3356 RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[RCSE] Mr Voss's Towhooks
This is not a commercial. I have used one of Mr. Voss's adjustable tow hooks on my Gnome 3 meter and find it takes pretty stiff launches just fine. If you're planning an RES, I couldn't recommend a better tow hook. Jim Deck [EMAIL PROTECTED] RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[RCSE] Re: plans for thermal Kite
I have no doubt that either the TG-3 or the S1-26 2m wing kit from DAW, combined with a built up fuselage would do. . Another option you could possibly have is the Great Planes Spectra - which is a nice plane in every respect. In short, I think you need more servos to make a powered plane that is at home both on the slope and while thermalling - one is used up working the throttle! Actually, if you forfeit some thermalling capacity, I think the two-servo version of the DAW S1-26 HLG would be close to ideal. It will be at home on the slope, as it will be fast, due to the extra weight, but also at home in a thermal, no doubt! Have a friend that's been flying a Gentle Lady with a OS 15 glow in the nose for many years. Flies just fine, even if it has never been sloped - maybe a bit slow for that? Tord, Sweden -- If reply difficulties - use [EMAIL PROTECTED] Tord S. Eriksson, Ovralidsg.25:5, S-422 47 Hisings Backa, Sweden RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[RCSE] Ohio Valley Soaring Series Y2K
Evening all on the Exchange. Wanted to getout the finalized Ohio Valley Soaring Series schedule for 2000. There are a few changes from my first posting of this. As an addition this year, SOAR in Chicago has joined the Series, and I have heard that many guys from the SOAR area are coming out to fly OVSS. With the addition of the SOAR contest, the Nats Unlimited contest has been dropped. There are seven stops this year for OVSS. Scoring will stay the same as a pilots best four weekend(one day ofeach of four weekends) scores out of the seven contests will determine the winner. Tie breakers are the same as last year. May 20/21 Memorial Contest-CSS-Cincinnati CD's Ed Franz and Barry Andersen June 3/4 LOFT Weekend- LOFT-Ft. Wayne CD's Dennis Adamisin and Mike Remus June 10/11 Fred Contest-SOAR-Chicago CD Tom Kallevang June 24/25 Mid-South-LASS-Louisville CD Ed Wilson August 12/13 DARTS Man-on-Man Contest-Yellow Springs CD's Bob Massmann and Jerry Shape August26/27 Mid-American Championships-BSS Lexington CD Buzz (I am not good with sounding things out Buzz) September 2/3 LOFT/OVSS Fall Round Up-Muncie CD Marc Gellart You can look up info for all these contests off links from the DARTS webpage @ www.dma.org/DARTS for the individual clubs. Some very good news concerning the CSS Memorial Contest. Tonight I talked with Ed Franz and he stated that, though it is not final, it looks as though theMemorial will have a new sight where 360 degree flying is on the table. The sight is at a state park in Kentucky just south of Cincinnati proper. Three cheers for Ed's and Barry's efforts in upgrading this event. Also notice that the Mid-American Championshipsis not onit's traditional weekend because of problems with the park folks. After this I will be posting some LOFT information and there will be more info about the Fall Round Up on that post. Marc Gellart, LIma, OH OVSS Coordinator
Re: [RCSE] who else flies in the rain?
That's great! Peeing on your cell phone, putting it in the oven. Just need caviar to complete the experience. Last time I pee'd on my radio, I put it in the microwave (in Tupperware, NOT a metal saucepan), the results were spectacular. I found it in need of a little pizza sauce and mozerella, though. I've had good results flying in the rain. Its when I try to fly over salt water while hitching a ride on the back of a Manta ray that I run into problems. These radios do NOT like salt water, except maybe with a good white wine. Never have actualized my fantasy of flyin against the deflected wind off of a sailboat, or a large luxury liner facing in the right direction. Actually it is very often the case that electronic circuits that get wet fail, but only until dry (especially if dried before they corrode or mildew). When the capacitors start to break out the scuba gear, its usually too late. I suppose another drying option would be a hair-dryer or hot air gun positioned safely. -Paul Dan deVries wrote: Regarding "rain" and transmitters... I haven't had an R/C radio fail during "rain flying" (I try to sheild the Tx best I can). I HAVE had my cellphone (one of those tiny digital ones) quit after I, well, ummm... well, I dropped it into the toilet as I maneuvered my zipper and fly in preparation for -- well, you get the picture. At least it was "before" and not "after". Them little phones do not float! At all! And they can nearly disappear into the trap. I wanted to insure all water was cleared out of the thing. I heated my oven up to 250* F., turned it OFF and let it cool to an indicated 200* F. I opened the phone case and disassembled it as much as I dared. I laid the parts on a paper towel I'd placed on a baking sheet and placed them in the 200* F oven (still turned OFF!). This was all left in the oven until it cooled to room temp (several hours min.). The 200* F and hours-long heat soak assured that all the moisture would be flashed out of even the deepest crevices. Limiting the temp to 200* F was a fairly safe bet to avoid warping the plastic case (I watched it carefully for the first 15 min., though). When I re-assembled the cellphone four hours later it worked like new! No problems since, either. Dan deVries DEVRIES DESIGN, Inc. Product Design --+-- Patent/Litigation Graphics ___ _ |___ 0 [EMAIL PROTECTED] I once had a JR622 transmitter quit working ... ...there was a bit of sun available, so I opened the transmitter up and dried it for about an hour. It always worked fine after that. Mark ex-Seattlite Richard Dolf wrote: to wondering - how wet can this transmitter get before it stops working? Anyone ever damage a transmitter flying in the rain? = My Stylus lost its LCD screen while flying in the rain. The radio worked but I couldn't see -Fritz 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] Hi-Start Recommendations
I go with Phil. The largest of the pinnacles from NSP is the one to use Like him I use one for everything (we had several battles from them) from 2 meter gentle lady to 3,4 meter molded plane. A friend of mine had one of the original Sailaires and that took anything other than a winch that we could throw at it. For built up that wing is fairly strong Regards Dave In message [EMAIL PROTECTED] m, Jones, Philip [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes I would look at the NSP Pinnacle Hi-starts. I use the 'L' version for everything from a Gentle Lady to a molded 3m, although you might find the Standard size a better choice...nothing against Multiplex or any other vendors out there, I have never tried their products. http://www.nesail.com/pinnacle.html -Original Message- From: Lynn Dudenbostel [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Monday, March 13, 2000 8:19 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [RCSE] Hi-Start Recommendations Hi... I'd like some recommendations from the list as to what kind of hi-start would be needed for a Sailaire 12' sailplane. Right now I'm leaning toward the 4m bungee system by Multiplex, but I'm not sure if this has too much "zip" for a built up wing like the Sailaire has. I'm just getting back into RC soaring after being out of it for 18 years, just to find that the planes I once flew are now considered "Nostalgia Class"! I've decided not to go with a winch for cost reasons. Anyone with experience in this area? Thanks for the help. Lynn 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] -- dave RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
