Re: [RCSE] BOT Spoilers
Jack Dubich wrote: Is it possible that someone on the exchange has saved the info for spoilers on the BOT ARF. I had a link to the web page, but it is no longer available. Thanks, Jack I have it. Since both links I had are now dead, I'll make it public on my site. Thank Phil Plumbo for suggesting I back-it-up :) http://isoar.ca/~andrewm/rc/bot/spoilers/ -- Andrew E. Mileski 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. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
Re: [RCSE] trouble with balsa dust
Richard Hallett wrote: Does an ionizer that strongly puts that pungent corona smell in the air make the dust settle faster? That sounds like ozone (metallic smell). It isn't healthy. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
Re: [RCSE] vacuum pumps
Bill Johns wrote: I've read where several folks are using Gast pumps. I went to the Gast pump web page and I'll be darned if they don't make more than one model of pump. In fact they make lots and lots and lots of different types of pumps. For those who are using Gast pumps, which model? SAA-V114-NQ = Two-stage Rocking Piston Vacuum Pump (non-lubricated) http://isoar.ca/~andrewm/rc/images/saa-v114-nq.jpg Cost $90 USD new-in-box from an Ebay surplus seller. I don't run it continuous, as noise is a factor in my apartment. I have it on a digital vacuum switch with a 5 Gal resevoir tank. It doesn't like to start with over about 9 inHg, but luckily it leaks just enough through the valves so the addition of a vacuum checkvalve was all I needed. Does anyone have a pump they want to part with for a reasonable price?? Contact me off line on that one. You can often get a new Gast diaphram pump off Ebay for $25-$50 USD. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
Re: [RCSE] Night Ops
David Schat wrote: Hey Party People! I need some new Electroluminescent Plastic strips for my Night Ops... Can anyone lead me to where I can get some? Check my bookmarks under RC - Electronics - Lighting http://isoar.ca/~andrewm/bkmks/ There are also sales of EL stuff on E-Bay. -- Andrew E. Mileski Ottawa, Canada 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. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
Re: [RCSE] Multiplex/JR and now Epoxy !!
Michael Lachowski wrote: I've never used epoxy that was too thin when wetting out cloth for vacuum bagging. Less epoxy is generally better provided it has suitable mechanical properties. Now if you're just gluing things, then epoxy can be too thin. Avoid extra-long cure epoxies. I used some 3 hour stuff that was very thin, but it remained tacky for days and took a couple of months to completely harden (i.e. 'til the test pot was cleanly drillable). -- Andrew E. Mileski Ottawa, Canada 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. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
Re: [RCSE] Winch Line
Phil Barnes wrote: The line could be getting cut at the turnaround for instance. FWIW, A knot that slides through the turn-around easily: http://isoar.ca/~andrewm/rc/barrel/ I gave up on uni-knots, as they're too big and have tag lines comming out at a right angle. -- Andrew E. Mileski Ottawa, Canada 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. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
Re: [RCSE] Rare earth magnets as wing retention devices?
Bill Swingle wrote: Now that we've discussed this at length, has anyone noticed that the magnetic force is not actually suited to this application? Meaning, any displacement of the parts involved reduces the attractive force significantly. But, what is really called for is the opposite characteristic. Thus, to make up for the exponential drop in force when displaced; the force when attached must be over designed. Possibly leading to other limitations which must be accommodated. Just a thought. Multiplex had some machined positive lock connectors for this once upon a time. Maybe others? Personally, I use vinyl electrical tape. Cheap. Plentiful. Comes in an assortment of colors. Donesn't lift covering or paint either. Guess I'm low-tech :) -- Andrew E. Mileski Ottawa, Canada 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. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
Re: [RCSE] Re: Winch solonoid kit
Miami Mike wrote: Here's an improvement on the two LED idea. It's a cheap, simple, reliable, buzzer circuit that sounds off if either winch solenoid gets stuck: http://www.vvsss.com/buzzer/ Clever. For those considering it, note that you can pick up 12 Volt automotive relays pretty much anywhere that sells automotive fuses. With these you don't need resistors R1 and R2. -- Andrew E. Mileski Ottawa, Canada 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. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
Re: [RCSE] Re: Winch solonoid kit
Andrew E Mileski wrote: For those considering it, note that you can pick up 12 Volt automotive relays pretty much anywhere that sells automotive fuses. With these you don't need resistors R1 and R2. Ignore my suggestion. Won't work. Sorry. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
Re: [RCSE] Winch solonoid kit
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I sent a paypal payment to [EMAIL PROTECTED] on 1/15/05 for a electronic assembly that lets you know when a winch solonoid is bad. For some reason, the money was returned to Paypal. Who was selling the kit? I still want one. You were off by one letter (f not a) on the e-mail address. Cal's Shop - Home of LED Solenoid Kits http://www.altelco.net/~calplsf/solenoid_led.htm I've created a monster :^) -- Andrew E. Mileski 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. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
Re: [RCSE] Re: [SALglider] Bagging curved wingtips
Dan Kitching wrote: Hi Arne, Maybe I missed an earlier post of yours, but pray tell, what is this mysterious compressor of yours? I'm considering a purchase of a 1/3hp Embraco compressor (refrigerator compressor) to serve double duty as a quiet compressor for my airbrushing and as a vacuum pump for bagging stuff. I can get them here in Canada for $150 brand new. If it'll work, the price is right !!! FWIW ... I have Gast two-stage rocking piston vacuum pump (SAA-V114-NQ). http://isoar.ca/~andrewm/rc/images/saa-v114-nq.jp Rated for 29 inHg. I like high vac for laminating CF on on wooden spars. Got it new-in-box on E-Bay for $90 USD (retails for about $350 USD). Lots of deals on E-Bay. Search for: (vacuum,pump) gast -- Andrew E. Mileski Ottawa, Canada 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. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
Re: [RCSE] Re: [SALglider] Bagging curved wingtips
Andrew E Mileski wrote: FWIW ... I have Gast two-stage rocking piston vacuum pump (SAA-V114-NQ). http://isoar.ca/~andrewm/rc/images/saa-v114-nq.jp Rated for 29 inHg. I like high vac for laminating CF on on wooden spars. Got it new-in-box on E-Bay for $90 USD (retails for about $350 USD). Lots of deals on E-Bay. Search for: (vacuum,pump) gast Oops... link lost the g. (Thanks Jim Holliman!) http://isoar.ca/~andrewm/rc/images/saa-v114-nq.jpg It isn't as big as it looks. It's about 10 long and 6 high. http://www.gastmfg.com/pdf/rockpist/specsht/saa.pdf The Gast website: http://www.gastmfg.com/ Gast on E-Bay: http://search.ebay.com/vacuum-pump-gast_W0QQsojsZ1QQfromZR40QQsatitleZQ28vacuumQ2CpumpQ29Q20gast -- Andrew E. Mileski Ottawa, Canada 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. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
Re: [RCSE] Re: [soaring] harbor freight vaacum pump, any use?
Tord Eriksson wrote: On Sunday 06 February 2005 15.54, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Just my gut feeling: Yes, yes, yes! But add a vacuum switch, of course! ... and an airtank to act as a vauum resevoir so the pump doesn't have to run continuously. FWIW, I recently updated my page on adding an electronic vacuum switch by making it simpler via using a solid-state relay (I got three new-in-box 25 Amp ones for $20 USD from an Ebay auction). My mechanical switch page needs an update too (gonna simplify it for the electronics shy), but it works; I used it before I bought a pair of digital electronic switches from Ebay. http://isoar.ca/~andrewm/rc/vacswitch/ -- Andrew E. Mileski Ottawa, Canada 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. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
Re: [RCSE] Better Cutting Ribs CNC style....
Paul Breed wrote: After much feedback I bough a new 2 flute cutter and tried again. The ribs are much better with no sanding needed. This is shown as an added last picture on the web page:http://www.rasdoc.com/splinter/RibsCut.htm or you can see it directly at:http://www.rasdoc.com/splinter/RibImages/image036.jpg I've used diamond coated cutters for cutting wood. They bascially sand the part to shape, so you get perfect edges. They can't clear much material, so you have to go slow in harder woods. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
Re: [RCSE] Re: [soaring] harbor freight vaacum pump, any use?
Ed Berris wrote: Be aware that most vacuum pumps are actually designed for 24/7 operation cycles. The constant starting and stopping associated with the type of system you are talking about actually subjects your pump to much more wear rather than less. Yup. Less wear on my ears though. A bad switch or contact can cause your valuable lay-up to be ruined if failure should occur during the initial stages of curing. No contacts in my all-electronic system. The solid-state relay I'm using (25A @ 240VAC) is also overkill for my pump (3A @ 120VAC), so it doesn't heat up. A pump that runs continuously is far less prone to failure. Agreed. Another problem you missed: some vacuum pumps won't start under high vaccum (mine needs to be under 9). Since the pump valves are not perfect, they bleed enough to take care of this. A vaccum check valve prevents bleeding into the tank (and hence bag). I also do sheeted foam wings, and the white foam can't handle full vacuum. Being able to regulate the vacuum without a noisy bleeder is also nice. -- Andrew E. Mileski Ottawa, Canada 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. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
Re: [RCSE] Re: [RCSE ] Is anyone actually building something?
Steve Witt wrote: I'm not an expert at covering by any means, but I use a Higley covering trimmer http://www.srbatteries.com/hrdtools.htm. It has worked well for me. I used to try to use just an Xacto knife and that worked terribly. I'm sure this tool is available at other than SR Batteries, its just the first hit I got when I searched for it to post a link to a picture. I use one as well. It takes some practice, and an extra set of hands or clamps to secure the panel while trimming will guarantee a clean seam. A box of single edge razor blades powers one of these trimmers seemingly forever. I've covered wood and even foamies using one. FWIW, the Harry Higley Sons page is: http://members.aol.com/harryhig/Tools1.htm Many hobby shops and distibutors carry their products. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
Re: [RCSE] Ballast ??
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Walter - I think that you'll break your press before you compress any tungsten. It's pretty hard stuff. Tungsten is the hardest pure element material next to diamond (carbon), and there are few alloys harder than Tungsten Carbides. As it oxidizes in air, it is usually alloyed. Tungsten has the highest melting point of all elmental metals: 3422 C or 6191 F. Tungsten is commonly used in lightbulb filaments, as it can withstand the incredible mechanical stress of repeatedly going from room temperature to incadescent. Tungsten powder, sometimes alloyed with Iron-Nickel, is available from golf pro shops, as it is used to weight clubs It can also be obtained as powder or shot from shooting suppliers (reloading), though it is usually alloyed (copper) to make it softer, as pure Tungsten shot quickly wear out a gun barrel. -- Andrew E. Mileski Ottawa, Canada 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. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
Re: [RCSE] WTB: JR Freq Module (21, 32)
Simon Van Leeuwen wrote: Nope, same rules up here in Canuckland. Err, no. Canada allows it. I have an e-mail from the Department of Communications stating that as long as the crystal was made user accessble by the maufacturer, and the crystal is available to end-users from the manufacturer, then it is okay. I contacted Horizon, and they told me that the crystal can be swapped within +-10 channels of the shipped channel on my 8103. They of course suggested always range checking too. Also, our radios are less than 1 Watt, which means they fall into the magic category of low power unlicenced transmitter. This means that anything goes, as long as it does not cause interference with a licensed user. There are very few licensed users on 72 MHz in Canada, and the band hasn't had any new licences issued in many years. -- Andrew E. Mileski Ottawa, Canada 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. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
Re: [RCSE] Frequency Scanners
Adam Till (Cal) wrote: Hi folks, In the market for a scanner for 72mhz (and possibly 50mhz). Doesn't have to do anything more than tell me if there's something on my channel, and some measure of signal strength. Basically, the simpler, the better. Old subject I know, but I seem to remember that the old standard recommendation model scanner has been discontinued. Anyone have one that they want to get rid of? I have these bookmarked under RC - Electronics - Scanners: http://www.geocities.com/roger_forgues/Frequency.html http://www.aerospectra.com/ http://www.magtechinc.net/ -- Andrew E. Mileski 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. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
Re: [RCSE] Bird of time wings
Lighthorse wrote: Anybody have a set of bird of time wing plans and templets I only need the wings. Complete original BoT plans are $10 from RCM. RCM Store - Plans - View by Category - 5. Sailplane pl-751 BIRD OF TIME by Dave Thornburg, RCM 1-79, $10.00 http://www.rcmmagazine.com/ May differ from the many variants available (Dynaflight, Esprit, etc.). -- Andrew E. Mileski 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. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
Re: [RCSE] Majestic 110 RES from Laser Arts
Dan wrote: I'm looking to build a RES ship to fly in our local club contests. While doing a Google search, I ran across the Majestic 110 RES from Laser Arts. Question: has anyone had any experience with this kit - pros or cons? Flying characteristics? Some info on improvements: http://isoar.ca/~andrewm/rc/majestic/ Check out the Alegro-Lite archives too for discussion. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
Re: [RCSE] JR TX Battery Plug
Mark Wales wrote: I have a new JR TX battery for my 347 with a broken plug on the pack. Would anyone out there have a old JR battery that is dead for a 347, 388, or 8103? I Would like to buy the plug with a little wire to splice into this new pack. Called Horizon Hobby but they don't sell just the plug. Maybe give Batteries America call: http://www.batteriesamerica.com/ They list them as available, but I don't know if they will sell without battery. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
Re: [RCSE] 8103 dumb question
Mark Wales wrote: I purchased a 8103 transmitter friday and I'm trying to get it set up on my Camano. But my problem is the thro/spoiler stick. I can't get the flaps to operate on the stick. I would think this would be automatic when sailplane was selected in model type. Can someone out there please HELP!! (while I still have hair left) Here's my 8103 tips collection again: http://isoar.ca/~andrewm/rc/JRxp8103/ Hope it helps! -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Need a little help
Jack Strother wrote: Years ago, SIG used to sell a 2 part mix up urethane expanding foam. Actually fun stuff to play with I just checked their site and the do not seem to offer same anymore. I have just screwed up a small project and I have a void in a wing that I want to fill, but I do not want to use the stuff from home depot, you know That stuff in the red can. It never stops growing... Any ideas Mix a few drops of water with polyurethane glue. Pour off any excess water. Expands by about 20x. Get rid of excess before fully hard. Experiment first. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] HTML email settings.
Martin Usher wrote: Nobody's ever explained what the problem with HTML tags in mail is -- all but the oldest mail clients are able to interpret these tags and the result looks a lot better. I don't care either way myself -- the only problem I have with non-HTML mail (like this one) is that try as I may I can't get the line breaks right. Answers anyone? It makes the digest unreadable. Worse, those that send HTML and text in a multi-part MIME message. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] 'Tis The Season to Recycle
Tom H. Nagel wrote: Hey guys: Just a reminder, while you are out doing last minute shopping at Radio Shack and such places, take your old dead nicads back to the store and see that they get properly recycled. Nicads are environmentally nasty in landfills. I realize that a lot of you don't use nicads any longer. You can recycle your Nickle Metal Hydrides by sending them to me. I prefer an Airtronics or JR connector. Radio Shack doesn't recycle anymore, at least here. They just toss them. Be certain to _ASK_ what they do with batteries turned-in. I've found The Sony Store do recycle, as do battery specific outlets (like Total Battery). I return _all_ my batteries, alkalines, Ni-Cd, and even Ni-MH. The Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corperation (RBRC) can probably help find a depot: http://www.rbrc.org/ -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] BUILDING A GENIE OR LT/S THIS WINTER?
Harley Michaelis wrote: Since I first mentioned this spring of posting of the GENIE CD content at http://genie.rchomepage.com/, there have been well over 5,000 hits. That many intentional visits tells me people are looking for worthy airframe projects. Yet, but a few dozen inquiries have come in and fewer yet have committed to building. Harley, Keep in mind it has been nearly a year since I first looked seriously at building a Genie. Things may have changed since then. When I first looked at the Genie I was disappointed. From what it was being touted as, I was expecting to be able to visit the web site with glue in hand, download some plans, and start building. Though there is a wealth of information on the Genie (and great tips for building in general), one still had to resort to ordering plans and wing cores. This was a big disappointment for me. Perhaps this partially explains the hit-to-build ratio. I looked at cutting my own cores, and communicated with you (Harley), Winston, and Les, and decided it wasn't going to happen. I think Les even phoned me to try to answer my questions. I'm pretty sure I could cut a Genie-ish core now, but it seems one can only buy Genie cores. It just didn't seem right that I couldn't scratch-build a supposedly scratch-built sailplane. Now for anyone still reading this, and interested in a Genie, please do investigate this wonderful ship for yourself. It looks like a worthy project one will be amply pleased with. It just wasn't what _I_ was looking for, but it maybe exactly what others are. And again, it has been a year since I last looked into the Genie. My $0.02 Canadian. P.S. See Harley for the latest info, but my very outdated site is at: http://isoar.ca/~andrewm/rc/genie/ -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] BUILDING A GENIE OR LT/S THIS WINTER?
Kevin Sheen wrote: Andrew, When looking to cut your own cores, did you check out page one of file 03 - Wing, Genie and LT/S?? Here is a short excerpt: That info wasn't available when I last looked (Feb 2003). Les described something like that to me in a phone conversation back then, but not to such detail. Good to hear such info has been added. Thanks for the update. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Cold Heat
Bill Johns wrote: At 01:50 PM 12/17/2004, Howard Mark wrote: If you take an AC inverter with you - you can use a soldering iron or gun at the field. Much better than other methods. Excellent idea. You can get some inexpensive AC inverters at Costco. I've got a butane model and it's OK, but this sounds even better. Just a note that inverters are typically rated for max 5 minute power. You have to read the fine print to see the continuous power. Oddly enough the instantaneous surge power is easier to find, though much less usefull. My 700 Watt inverter is rated for 500 Watts continuous. IIRC, the draw on the battery is about 40 Amps at that rate. Plenty for my soldering iron, dremel, laptop, etc. I think it is an OEM Xantrex. A good Canadian company. Lots of Xantrex on eBay too. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Electric flight web sites
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Wes, http://www.ezonemag.com/ is one of the best around. What he said :) FWIW, I have bookmarks for stuff under batteries and electric flight: http://isoar.ca/~andrewm/bkmks/RC/Batteries/ http://isoar.ca/~andrewm/bkmks/RC/Electric_Flight/ -- Andrew E. Mileski 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.
[RCSE] Futaba 14MZ
An interesting looking radio ... http://www.14mz.com/ -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Futaba 14MZ
Andrew E. Mileski wrote: An interesting looking radio ... http://www.14mz.com/ Oops. Sorry. Looks like my incoming list mail was delayed. Didn't know it was already the hot topic of the day when I posted. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Optima Battery Charging
podrieger wrote: What is the best way to charge an Optima battery? The usual 12/2 amp lead acid charger, a battery tender at 750 miliamps, a Schulze 6- 330d, or some specific charger? Thanks for the replies. I use a 70/12/2 Amp automatic charger with deep-cycle mode. I try not to let the battery go below 12 Volts before charging, so I only get about 50% capacity, but batteries last longer. My Optima Yellow Top then sucks back about 9 Amps, and is ready to go again in a few hours. I use a small charger (1.5 Amp to 14.4 Volts) that floats at 13.2 Volts to maintain the charge over longer periods (like winter). You _MUST_ have a charger that never exceeds the max voltage rating of the Optima (15.1 Volts) or it can vent and then it is trash. Many chargers will do this, so do some research before buying. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Optima Battery Charging
Andrew E. Mileski wrote: podrieger wrote: What is the best way to charge an Optima battery? The usual 12/2 amp lead acid charger, a battery tender at 750 miliamps, a Schulze 6- 330d, or some specific charger? Thanks for the replies. You _MUST_ have a charger that never exceeds the max voltage rating of the Optima (15.1 Volts) or it can vent and then it is trash. Many chargers will do this, so do some research before buying. I just checked (it was bugging me). The Optima max voltage is 15.6 V. Some chargers can hit 16 V, hence the warning. The D34/78 specs: http://www.optimabatteries.com/publish/optima/americas0/en/config/product_info/automotive/deep_cycle/spec_sheets.RowPar.0001.ContentPar.0001.ColumnPar.0005.File.tmp/D34_78_082104.pdf -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Volz servo repairs
Buzz Averill wrote: One more time. Where do you send Volz servos to be repaired? http://www.mail-archive.com/soaring@airage.com/msg61690.html -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] counter rotating prop ?
David Nasatir wrote: I have enjoyed sloping my EPP P-38 and now want to electrify it by adding two speed 400 motors. By reversing the wiring on one of the motors the motors now rotate in opposite directions. It is not at all clear to me what kind of prop to put on the motor that is rotating clockwise (when viewed from the front). Simply putting a regular prop on backwards does not seem to provide thrust in the proper direction. Suggestions appreciated. I've had no problems reversing props, but on the smaller speed400 motors it can be hard to tell which edge is the leading edge on the small props. You will also have to reverse the motor timing if your not using a motor setup for reverse rotation. On a speed400 this means rotating the end-plate, which requires a special tool to do it right. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Plane insurance
Ben Diss wrote: I'd like to understand what it is you're offering. Is this a kit that will make a set of indicator lights? If so, what does it indicate? Is it green if the solenoid is open, red if closed? Take a look at: http://isoar.ca/~andrewm/rc/winch/ -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Bird of Time 236 drawings FOC
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I just started my project of building a 5m (200 inches) Bird of Time, leaving my 6m (236 inches) drawings unused. If someone wants them, e-mail me an address and I'll ship them out. Only two conditions, serious interest, and keeping me in the loop of the project. I am building a 5m version, and would like to compare notes as the build goes on. I projected the weight of the 6m version to be around 20-25 pounds, and I just don't see it feasible for me to architect the launch system, hence the decision to stay with the smaller version. I'm interested in any and all photos that may be taken during or after construction... of ANY SIZE Bird or close relative. http://isoar.ca/~andrewm/rc/bot/ Thanks. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Diode on solenoids
Cal Posthuma wrote: Somewhere on the net I saw an article about using flashlight diodes on a solenoid because you can see them in daylight. It also gave a rule of thumb on resistor needed based on the draw (ma) of the diode. I think I blew out one of my diode due to reverse impulse and want to fix it and get brighter diodes. Does anyone remember the article or can direct me to bright diodes. (Radio Shack Part# etc.) Sounds like my article: http://isoar.ca/~andrewm/rc/winch You can get bright LEDs from e-bay too, but watch the shipping charges. Look for 5mm red LEDs in the +5000 mcd range (search: red led mcd). Other colors can be rated brighter, but because our eyes are less sensitive to them, they look about the same brightness wise. Also be aware that the brighter LEDs have a narrow viewing angle. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Re: Winch technology
Eddie Smith wrote: matter. Fritz Van Breemen has a web site with a winch drive that is controlled electronically, but he doesn't say how he does it. Just do a search for his name and maybe add the word winchyou will find it. That too is in my winch bookmarks ... http://www.cybercomm.nl/~fbreemen/winches.htm -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] What is the current highest capacity for AA size batteries on
Rick Walba wrote: I have heard that the NiMh AA cells of over 2amps have a high self-discharge rate. Perhaps not a problem for you, but something that definitely has to be taken into account in terms of maintaining peak charge. They have a high internal resistance, so they can't put out as much current. They are typically rated with a 0.2 C load. All Ni-MH should be used immediately after charging. In fact, the chemistry prefers to be hot, so right off the charger is best. After long term storage, the internal resistance makes it difficult to charge a completely flat cell. So unlike NiCd, Ni-MH should be recharged monthly. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] What is the current highest capacity for AA size batteries on the market today?
Flying High wrote: Hello Everyone, I'm looking to upgrade my Tx battery pack and wanted to know what it he highest capacity AA size batteries on the Market today and what is a good source for them?? Energizer 2500 mAh are available at Walmart, Best Buy, etc.: http://data.energizer.com/PDFs/nh15.pdf -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Winch Drum Diameters
Peter Williams wrote: I know Dave James who makes winches also uses 42mm and 65 I thinkHe has a website and calls himself Winchnz, maybe a google will find it. http://isoar.ca/~andrewm/bkmks/RC/Sailplane_Launch/Vendors/ -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Recommended inexpensive 12v battery charger
Rick Van Clief wrote: While on the subject, what is a good trickle charger and where can one be purchased? Are there plans available from which I could build my own? What I use is equivalent in operation to a Battery Tender Junior. http://www.batterytender.com/ Available from many sources, even EBay. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Winch Line
Bill Malvey wrote: OK, I need line for a new winch. Memphis Net and Twine seems to be the place most people use. My question is what test line are most folks using and how much?? I have mostly molded planes and a heavy foot on the pedal. Memphis has braided nylon seine twine in two sizes that look right, 290# test (680 foot rolls) and 250# test (720 foot rolls). I'm thinking 3 rolls to start of either one (2,040 ft to 2,160 ft). You want #24 (TWB-24) or #30 (TWB-30), with the latter being virtually unbreakable. FWIW, I use 1/3 top #18 and 2/3 bottom #24 on groomed sod, and 100% #24 on cut twice a year field. I'll fly my Zagi before flying off ground requiring #30 'cause landing would be a beast too (I've not mastered catching). -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] 9303 with an electric - cannot find the JR8103 write-up
Rense wrote: This reminds me, I was looking for the JR8103 write-up on how to program for electrics that I once saw - but of course I forgot where. Does anyone remember? Rense Lange My 8103 collection: http://isoar.ca/~andrewm/rc/JRxp8103/ -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Need Moderators help
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Could the moderator please help me? I am on the digested version and want to get back to the regular version. I have been trying for 6 months to change back. I get the same return message every time. no valid commands found If you don't reach a moderator, try this: Under Windows, click on Start, click on Run, type cmd (no quotes), and press enter. This opens a command line prompt. Type telnet pilot.airage.com 25 to connect to one of the mailservers. Then type: HELO aol.com MAIL FROM: [EMAIL PROTECTED] RCPT TO: [EMAIL PROTECTED] DATA From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: unsubscribe unsubscribe soaring digest . QUIT Repeat with subscribe soaring. Now you know why spamming is so easy. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Solar Flight report...
Paul Breed wrote: From Time to time I post info on my solar powered RC plane here. Today it flew very well and is also a total loss What a trajedy :( Now if there were only manfacturers of these 82% efficient cells: http://164.195.100.11/netacgi/nph-Parser?Sect1=PTO1Sect2=HITOFFd=PALLp=1u=/netahtml/srchnum.htmr=1f=Gl=50s1=4,445,050.WKU.OS=PN/4,445,050RS=PN/4,445,050 At the time they were invented (1981) the technology to make them cheaply didn't exist ... but I believe it may now. It basically needs a modern chip fab. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] What Brown Did for Me (The Outcome)
John Derstine wrote: I recently got an inside look at UPS operations thanks to my son David. David is a college student and just got a job with UPS part time evening in Harrisburg PA. A close friend has had a tour of the main hub facility for one of the major couriers. He reported that it is amazing anything arrives without damage. Most noteworthy is the automated device that moves boxes from one conveyor belt to the next. Boxes come in on the main conveyor, and are sorted onto other conveyors. The boxes are shifted onto the other conveyors by means of a device he described as a boot-on-a-stick. The boxes tumble on the the destination conveyor from the elevated main conveyor. Since boxes come in all shapes and sizes, this is apparently the most efficient method. Apparently it doesn't work well with luggage, as it is too soft, as the required kicking force in that case is high enough to cause significant damage. On the same note, the differing sizes resulted in more damage from boxes getting stuck creating a log jam on the conveyors. I can imagine a long boxed airplane would be the cause of many such log jams, especially where the conveyor system curves. Reminds me of a tech start-up I once worked for, where one person was tasked with testing packaging after a high unit DOA. For at least a week he kicked and threw a shipping container up and down 24 flights of stairs. The container was unpacked and checked for functionality. This was repeated a few more times before new shipping containers were created that surrounded the item with thick foam rubber. Loose material like peanuts shifted and bubble wrap burst. I've also seen a 30 self-aiming satellite dish that was shipped to Canada from somewhere in Yugoslavia. It took 2 techs over a day to extricate the dish and gear from the wooden shipping container. Every single item was bolted to the box, and was a structural part of it. There had to be more bolts than there are rivets in the Eiffel tower. Quite impressive package engineering. Zero damage of course. I didn't bother to ask about the shipping and handling charges on this one! -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Contests, Landings, etc.
Tim Bennett wrote: I agree with Michael. The motor side is the place to limit pull on the winch line, if that is what is desired. There is a simple technique that I have heard has been tried with some success in the past. It involves mounting the winch on a spring loaded pivoting device that electrically limits the force on the line. Personally, I find a Stainless Steel ruler makes a perfect resistor. For launching my 2m woodie, I use a 15 SS ruler trimmed and with holes about 12 apart (adjustable), bent and fitted between the solenoids. Costs under $5 CDN, and easily available. It gets hot, so beware, and keep it clean ... and don't forget to remove the cork backing (peels off nicely with a heatgun, and Goo Gone takes care of any adhesive residue) or it will burn. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Locked document
Harley Michaelis wrote: Guys. . .thanks for all the suggestions. None work. I'm asking a recent purchaser of a Genie package to return the CD in there to me so I can restore that file to my computer. To heck with it for now. I have a wing to finish so I can fly a new ship this weekend. I googled on: word locked for editing Seems like a common problem. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Back on line
Rick Van Clief wrote: Can someone please tell me how to get individual e-mails of each message instead of the daily digest? Send a message to [EMAIL PROTECTED] that contains only this: unsubscribe soaring digest subscribe soaring Make sure that it is in plain text not HTML. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Retreiver line
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Do I buy braided or twisted line, and what weight line for a Rahm RETRIEVER ( Not a winch ). I think #9 non-bonded, non-tarred, braided nylon siene twine is generally accepted as the standard retriever line. http://gmocart.gmotion.com/store/merchant.mv?Screen=CTGYStore_Code=memnet_fishingCategory_Code=twine_whitebraidedseine I've heard that some people use braided Spectra, which is even lighter. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Winch retreiver kit
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Does anybody know of a quality winch retriever kit. I'm thinking along the lines of the quality work turned out by Tim McCann and the Winch Doctor. Please send a URL or any other information would be most appreciated. I have some listed here: http://isoar.ca/~andrewm/bkmks/RC/Sailplane_Launch/Vendors/ FWIW, I bought a complete WDW 3 years ago, and I'm very happy with it. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Why digital servos?
Chuck Anderson wrote: My question is why digital? What do they have to offer for my style flying? What am I missing? I own more Volz servos than any other brand. I didn't plan it. It just sort of happened that way. Digitals mainly offer more precise positioning and higher torque than analog servos. Some brands are also programmable for travel and direction, which is rarely useful, and requires a proprietary programming device. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Dual Rate / Exponential
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Got a bit of a debate going locally on the merits of dual rate and exponential. For the record, I use negative exponential for ailerons on launch and when working real light thermals. My normal control authority is fast so this helps with over controlling in touchy situations. I'm told this is wimping out but it seems to work for me. I normally put expo (reduce throw) on the low rate, and linear on the high. Both with full travel. I find most planes are more responsive than my thumbs are precise, hence I mostly use the low rate, On my customized Zagi, I use a HEFTY amount of expo to compensate for its sensitivity and higher speed. This is another one of those do whatever works for you topics. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Zig-Zag or Straight
Bill Swingle wrote: typically planes with such a small wingspan are gonna be out of sight long before it really matters. Usually I'd agree. But it was a problem, a big one, for me at ONE slope. The plane worked fine else where but not there. That's why I said typically :p Loaded receiver antennas are also an option. Common with helicopters and small electrics, both of which spec out faster than a 3m. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Multiplex Transmitter Crystal
Jon Stone wrote: I sense a business opportunity for Mr. Mileski. ;) Sorry, I don't have a source for Profi or Hitec transmitter crytstals. Around here, JR radios are common, and finding a transmitter crystal for one is not a problem. I have 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, and 36 (my radio came with 33); I'm not selling them either. It's sad that the rest of the world gets punished for silly U.S. regulations, that even Americans can't agree on the interpretation of. Too bad the AMA has put their support on the nay side. FWIW, somewhere I have a letter from the Canadian regulators, and it basically states they don't give a damn what low power users (under 1 Watt) do, as long as they don't interfere with licensed users. There are very few licensed users in the 72 MHz band, and most of those are legacy users; there hasn't been new licenses issued in that band in many years. The letter states that as long as the crystals are user accessible (intended to be swapped), and available from the manufacturer, its okay to swap. The U.S. has much more crowded airwaves, but they still could use a category for low power users like Canada has. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Re: stab size
Lincoln Ross wrote: That's like me asking you what shoe size I should wear! Guess the size of one's mouth? ;) -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] BOT ARF Airfoil?
Jack Iafret wrote: Does anyone know for sure if the Dynaflyte BOT airfoil is Nostalgia Legal (exactly the same as the original?). I think my I remember someone telling me the original was an E193 but I am not positive. I know the FG fuse is not legal but could someone use the wings on a homebuilt wood fuse? BTW, I read in the AMA mag that Nostalgia will be in the rule book as of 01JA05 so my tenure as Keeper is short lived :^). Strictly speaking, the Dynaflite BoT is a re-design. Though I didn't think any CD was anal enough to object to one. The original had a 9.5% airfoil IIRC. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] new plane choice
Robert Samuels wrote: Here's a question that's been asked more than once but won't hurt asking again. I plan to buy a new ship. Choices are great. I'm considering a Tsunami, Graphite, Graphite2, Tragi 705, Stork 2 Pro, Pike, Icon and any others that are in this league. I'd appreciate advice as to which to get, and why. Also which servos are best. FWIW, my Tsunami page: http://isoar.ca/~andrewm/rc/tsunami/ Life keeps getting in the way, so it hasn't been in the air yet, but it impresses the heck out of me. My only complaint: they didn't paint the stabs to match the wings (missed this one for some reason), not that the stabs are visible when in the air anyways. If its good enuf for Arend... -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Looking for Used Volz Micro Maxx X servos
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: As you probably know Volz Micro Maxx were created specifically for the rigors of high performance competiiton sailplanes... the mount system, so no need to glue servos in Gordy once accused me of being a craftsman for this :) but here goes anyways! Andrew's Guide To Making Wing-Maxx mounts: 1) Get some plywood of at least 5/32 thick. A bit more will allow for epoxy to squeeze out, but won't be flush against the skin. Your choice. [My plywood is metric, so it is a touch undersized.] 2) Use a 2 1/8 hole saw (for doors) and create a number of plywood discs. High speed, slow feed, and use a piece of scrap wood to back it up to avoid splintering. The discs should be about 48-50 mm in diameter. 3) Eyeball the diameter of the disc, and mark a center line on the disc with a ruler and pencil. Make sure it is perpendicular to the grain! 4) Use a ruler on the center line, and measure 15 mm either side of center along the center line, and put a small tick mark. 5) Using a square or triangle, from each tick mark in #4, measure up from the center line 10 mm, and draw a line from this point to the edge of the disc, perpendicular to the center line and parallel to the grain. 6) Draw a line to connect the ends of the two lines drawn in #5, parallel to the center line. 7) Cut out the U channel for the servo. Since I don't have much in the way of tools, or space for tools, I use a coping saw to get rid of most of the material. I then use a Dremel with a small diameter coarse sanding drum mounted in a drillpress attachment, with half the drum below the surface of the base. This is my makeshift shaper :) I drill a 1/16 hole at each corner of the U, then use a 1/16 diamond coated cutter bit in the shaper to fine-tune the fit. Mine come out nearly CNC perfect. 8) Position a Wing-Maxx servo on the mount, and if the lugs are on the centerline, you did good! 9) Drill pilot holes for the servo screws. You may need to shorten a a pair of screws to mount the servo. I use #6 screws that start off 3/8 long. I cut them down, and slightly bevel the end for easy insertion. These screws completely fill the lug area, so there is no slop. 10) I recommend threading a pointed tip, full-size screw into the plywood first, to cut some threads. Then remove the screw, hit the threaded plywood hole with a drop of CA, and you have a fairly durable mount. Even with my poor tools, I can make 4 mounts in about an hour. One of these days I'll take pictures of the process and put up a web page... -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Looking For Digital Camera
Howard Mark wrote: BTW you lose the LCD preview with a SLR - it's just used for playback. Some (most) LCD displays are useless outdoors. I use the old fashioned range finder on my camera. In this mode (no LCD backlight) the battery life is on the order of a week or so of heavy use vs. about 2 hours with the LCD. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Local source for pushrod housings - music wire?
Douglas, Brent wrote: Along the same lines, where can one find long lengths of music wire? I usually get 36 lengths at the local hobby store, but I need 48+ for a project I'm doing A music store? Anyone with better sources? Don't know if they are better, but I found this in my bookmarks under RC - Parts and Materials - Metal http://www.stevespianoservice.com/wirepart.htm which has bee mentioned a few times on the exchange. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Looking For Digital Camera
Pat McCleave [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Hi Guys, I am in the market to buy a digital camera and was wondering if you could give me any suggestions on what to look for. My price range is in the $300-$600. My primary wants are to be able to take pictures of planes and pilots at the slope and thermal field and to be able to take detailed pictures of planes I may want to sell on eBay and RCSE etc. Any help will be greatly appreciated. An interesting series on digital cameras, Beyond Megapixels, which mentions things like the Megapixel Myth: http://www.thetechlounge.com/article.php?directory=beyond_megapixels_part_1 Unless you have a printer with a higher resolution, or you expect to mostly crop rather than compose a shot, a 3 megapixel is plenty IMHO. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Odd servo problem
John Erickson wrote: I'm trying to figure out a strange problem with a spoiler servo. I have two transmitters, a Futaba 8 and a 9. With the 8 all is normal. When I switch over to the 9 the servo starts jittering and locking. The programming for the model is the same on both transmitters. The receiver is an Electron 6. Jittering while the transmitter is near the Electron 6 by any chance? If so, I've seen this with them too... and I'd consider it normal albeit undesirable behaviour with any receiver/transmitter. It seems to be random, but probably just depends on several factors. My JR mode one doesn't, but my friends Futaba mode one does... this is on identical planes (same servos even). Jittering while the transmitter off is also not uncommon (my Electron 6 really dances... which is nasty 'cause it's on an electric... ouch!). Just my $0.02 Canadian. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] countdown stopwatch
Jeff Gortatowsky wrote: I'll chime in. I too have a Robic 707 and BTW mine keeps time just fine. :D Mine gains nearly 1 second a day. That means mine runs about 1/(24x60x60) seconds fast, which is about 12 millionths of a second fast. That's (10x60)/(24x60x60) seconds gain in a 10 minute event, which is about 7/1000 seconds. I'm not worried about it. I just find it annoying given my Radio Shack Talking timer is the most accurate clock I own... damn thing is almost as stable as an atomic clock; I only have to set it for daylight savings. I know that one can get a Seiko adjusted and certified for about a $50 USD service fee, as they are commonly used in labs. I'm not aware of anyone trying to certify a Robic. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] foam cutter DC vs AC
Oscar Taboada wrote: I am preparing myself to cut foam wings, I have read on some articles that it could be dangerous to use AC and a dimmer to regulate current and heat... it also says that it could be so dangerous to use a 12 V car battery. but such articles doesn't explain why. Use a transformer to provide isolation from the mains, and to work with a lower voltage. Here's a wiring example: http://www.charlesriverrc.org/articles/tools/joedydruliafoamcutterps.htm Make sure the dimmer can handle inductive loads (motors, like fans). Don't forget a fuse! A car battery can provide an awful lot of current when shorted, so a fuse is necessary. To adjust the temperature, you need a variable load resistor, which gets very hot. Make sure not to let the voltage on the battery drop too low (keeping it on charge works). It is possible to use an automotive lead-acid charger in start/manual mode with a light dimmer powering it. Though this won't work with all chargers and dimmers. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] where to buy a Winch
Oscar Taboada wrote: Hi... a friend of mine is looking for a new winch, but he say´s he has not found on internet where to buy it. please note that he wants a ready to use winch, not parts to build it. I would appreciate any help All winch vendors that I know about: http://isoar.ca/~andrewm/bkmks/RC/Sailplane_Launch/Vendors/ Some offer kits, others fully assembled, some both. FWIW, I bought a fully-assembled Winch Doctor winnc (WDW), and am very happy with it. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Question about solenoids
yclui_hk wrote: The majority of commercial winches are equipped with two solenoids and I am not sure whether they are serving different purposes or just connected in parallel to increase the current handling capability. Can anyone shed some light on this please ? Wiring diagrams: http://isoar.ca/~andrewm/rc/winch/wiring.html -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Bird of The Sea
Andrew E. Mileski wrote: We've seen Bird of Time's converted to glow before, but this is the first time I've seen one converted to a seaplane! Sea the latest member of the Bird Shrine: http://isoar.ca/~andrewm/rc/bot/ I managed to contact the creator, Eric Burks, and got some better resolution pictures out of him, including ones detailing the the float attachment. These are now posted on my Bird Shrine (URL above). -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] lead scare (on the serious side)
Greg Nuspel wrote: I like using bismuth the alloy I have melts just above the boiling point of water. Best thing is the MSDS says it's not harmful. Bismuth subsalicylate is the active ingredient in Pepto-Bismol :) -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Wanted: Seiko S321 Stopwatch
Jeff Gortatowsky wrote: FWIW, The Robic 707 that Tom Copp sells does everything needed including 5 preset times that you define and does so with count down and count up displays simultaneously and cost a lot less than $99. I own one, also from Tom Copp. My only complaint: for a precision timepiece, mine sure doesn't keep time well (gains roughly 1 second a day). My Robic 707 is easy enough to use, and has a mode for everything. Times up by 1/1000 sec, and down by 1/10 sec. The dual display is a nice bonus. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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.
[RCSE] Bird of The Sea
We've seen Bird of Time's converted to glow before, but this is the first time I've seen one converted to a seaplane! Sea the latest member of the Bird Shrine: http://isoar.ca/~andrewm/rc/bot/ If anyone has larger or more pictures of this BoT, or more info on it, please let me know! Other Bird pictures are always welcome too! -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Vacuum pump question, how to lube?
Dan Kitching wrote: I have no idea how old it is, but the squeal concerns me and I'd like to lube it as a precaution before I start running the poor thing for 12 hours at a stretch. I don't see any lubrication fittings. Consult the manufacturer... though I can't find anything on Will Scientific. Is this the full name? Any other info? (City? State?) on the label? Generally pumps that _NEED_ oil have obvious fittings. Pumps that don't _NEED_ oil get the same treatment as any other motorized device: lightly oil all metal-to-metal bearing points (1 drop of light oil per part), wiping away the excess. Don't oil sealed ball-bearing races. Squeaking is bad, not only for the ears but for the life of the device. Use a vacuum resevoir and a vacuum switch to activate the notor so that the motor doesn't have to run continuously. A 5 gallon air tank makes a good vacuum resevoir. Vacuum switches cost about $25 for adjustable mechanical ones, and more for digital ones (I bought two used SMC off EBay for $70). Digital ones are harder to hookup, as it requires some electronics. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Re: powered winch ..REply data for ALL
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Bill, Check out the Soaring Section of MA... There is a really nice wirte up on winches there. It is not worth the time and effort to build your own anymore, If you want a really nice kit check out: http://www.superskeg.com/ Tim McCann Has a real nice kit for 285.00 You can buy you motor from : Tom Bianchi of http://www.injoy-1.com/ or buyt a really nice winch and motor from the WInch Doctor at http://www.monkeytumble.com/winchdoc/index.htm The INJOY site indicates they have new, not remanufactured motors, which is interesting (custom? or is Ford using them again?) More Ford Long Shaft motor sources... George Voss (Soaring Specialties): http://www.mail-archive.com/[EMAIL PROTECTED]/msg62364.html http://www.soaringspecialties.com/ Don Willis: http://www.mail-archive.com/[EMAIL PROTECTED]/msg81384.html FWIW, I have a Winch Doctor Winch (WDW). The Doc snapped a picture before shipping it: http://isoar.ca/~andrewm/rc/images/my_winch-1.jpg My launching links are at: http://isoar.ca/~andrewm/bkmks/RC/Sailplane_Launch/ My winch wiring diagrams: http://isoar.ca/~andrewm/rc/winch/wiring.html My winch solenoid LED indicators: http://isoar.ca/~andrewm/rc/winch/index.html -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Xantipa
Lee Cox wrote: *anyone know a good starting point for a Xantipa ? A freind has one and has no papers for it.* ** *Mainly a suggested CG ??* You can estimate it: http://www.coloradogliders.com/centerofgravitycalculator.htm http://www.scalesoaring.net/EMM/cg%20calc.htm -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] looking for a source of metric drill bits, nylon screws.
Tom Nakagawa wrote: Aloha, Please help me locate a source (website) for metric stuff. Drill bits (in our hobby sizes) Nylon flat head screws (in our hobby sizes) Tbe usual list of suspects: http://www.microfasteners.com/ http://www.mcmaster.com/ http://www.fastener-express.com/ http://www.smallparts.com/ -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Programming Help
Pat McCleave wrote: Hi Guys, I am in the process of setting up a Pulsar 2000 with a JR8103 radio and need some help. For all your 8103 programming needs: http://isoar.ca/~andrewm/rc/JRxp8103/ Miami Mike's article is probably most applicable. -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] The new virus...WARNING!!!
Aerofoam wrote: I have been using mailwasher, its a free download program that lets you view yout email or headers without downloading them and it compares them to spammer lists. It then allows you to blacklist or bounce the offending messages. NEVER EVER bounce messages! Why? Because the return address is FORGED! You end up mail-bombing an innocent. Take a look at SpamBayes. It learns what you deem to be non-spam. A verison of it was ported to Windows: http://spambayes.sourceforge.net/windows.html Mozilla has a similar built-in feature. http://www.mozilla.org/releases/ -- Andrew E. Mileski Ottawa, Canada 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] PayPal scam alert! Read if you have a PayPal account!
Pilot Frank wrote: I just want to make sure you did not get the same email I got today from a big time scammer! The email came at 5:25 a.m. PT, seemed to come from [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] and said I have to log into my account to verify information because someone apparently tried to abuse my account. I get those all the time. Forward them to [EMAIL PROTECTED] -- Andrew E. Mileski 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] Thule
Tom Nakagawa wrote: Rick, I purchased a Thule cartop ski carrier a year ago at REI. It is the largest (longest) carrier available, about $400.00 at that time. I have not had any complaints, it will take any of my stuff. Put a thermometer in it the next time you drive out. You may be surprised at the temperature inside it. -- Andrew E. Mileski Ottawa, Canada http://isoar.ca/ 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] DS License Plate Holder?
James Osborn wrote: Anybody know where to get a license plate holder touting DS? Something like Dynamic Soaring - It will change your life! or the like? Ask Dave Reese perhaps? http://members.tripod.com/douglasturner/0abd4ee0.jpg http://www.reeseproductions.com/ -- Andrew E. Mileski Ottawa, Canada http://isoar.ca/ 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] full scale question
Tim Van wrote: Bill, In my professional opinion, I would have to say 'a lot'. Yep, definitely a lot... Seriously though, there would be two sources of G's. First, G's caused by the sudden acceleration away from the plane as a result of the propellant, etc. used to eject the pilot. Those G's would be dependant on the mechanics/design of the ejection system (the power and duration of whatever is used, solid fuel rocket boosters usually). Second, the sudden deceleration caused by suddenly moving from a 'sealed' container into air that is moving past you at your current TAS (mach 1.2-1.5??). Someone correct me if I'm wrong, but don't tell my dynamics prof... up, up and away... Most ejection seats are operationally rated for 8g it seems, though some hit 12g. In other words, they have to exceed this on ejection by a wide margin to get the pilot safely out. I don't know the top number, but I wouldn't be surprised if it was around 22g, but for a very short period. Ejecting is EXTREMELY DANGEROUS, but is assumed to be less dangerous than staying in the aircraft. -- Andrew E. Mileski Ottawa, Canada 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] Elevator Bellcrank
John Lindsay wrote: well Gents, I have created a new fuse, and a 2-meter wing to sit on it, but I can't find a source for a bellcrank anywhere. Please can someone tell me where they can be purchased. Or maybe make them? A few from my links collection: http://www.dchobby.com/other/ http://www.soaringspecialties.com/lasercut.shtml http://home.earthlink.net/~ziegelmeyer/home.htm I've only dealt with DCHOBBY so far, and was impressed with the service. -- Andrew E. Mileski Ottawa, Canada 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: FW: Re: [RCSE] Solder fumes and carbon dust solution
Chris Newcomb wrote: Perhaps the reason so many people on this list are having problems spelling is that they have been doing a lot of soldering Next thing you know, people will be acting silly climbing poles or something. (Or was that demonstrating how to dork it?) ;) -- Andrew E. Mileski Ottawa, Canada 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] Bridles, rings, swivels, and things
David J. Butkovich wrote: I've noticed when flying at various fields and using different clubs equipment that everything is fairly standard except when it comes to attaching a retriever line. Some clubs attach two or three swivels, one or two welded rings, some leave the parachutes on others incorporate a short streamer. Some of these clubs have real problems with birds nests etc. Some clubs have no problems. What is your choice of hardware and what order do you attach them? One Hi-Catch double ball bearing swivel with escape-proof snap (though it isn't a snap they call it that) from Melton Tackle, rated for 300 lbs. The line ties to this. I over-rated the swivel to make sure it can spin under dry load when a bit dirty (swivels are meant to operate clean and water lubricated). One Signal Air parachute from NSP, with built-in swivel (looks like a Sampo single-ended ball-bearing). Hi-Catch snap connects to this swivel. One King Chain 1 inch stainless steel welded harness ring from hardware store (Home Depot and others carry the line) replaces the Signal Air supplied tow ring. Since my turnaround is a beautiful Winch Doctor one, I cut the Hi-Catch swivel off at the end of the day before spooling the line up. I don't want the swivel dragging across the ground either, and then slamming into the turnaround. The swivel is too large to pass through the turnaround anyways. If the line breaks, I tie a barrel knot to splice it back together. -- Andrew E. Mileski Ottawa, Canada 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] Snap failure
Bill Swingle wrote: Hi-Catch double ball bearing swivel with escape-proof snap An ESCAPE-PROOF snap. Darn, I wish I'd have heard of this 5 years ago. I had a large but generic snap, from Wal-Mart (shoulda known), pull loose on me. The darn thing lasted for about a year before it failed. The Hi-Catch snap really IS escape-proof. Once you see it you will understand. http://www.meltontackle.com/shopping/product.asp?product_id=10638 I've cut one off before too, and the metal is hard! Easily chewed up an abrasive Dremel disc making 2 cuts about 3/16 long. That makes it tougher than an ejector pin. -- Andrew E. Mileski Ottawa, Canada 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] 5 cell current limiter
Gypsy or Les Stockley wrote: So OK then, after an hour of searching I give up. Anybody got a good link to somewhere that sells a current limiter so the the Rx sees only 6V from a 5 cell pack. Take a look at the 6 Volt UBEC http://www.koolflightsystems.com/ultimatebec.htm use as many cells as you want, or even Li-Poly. It goes into bypass mode when pack voltage drops below 5.5 Volts. As it is a switching power supply, not a linear regulator like others, it is more efficient (less heat), and rated for 3 Amps continuous (5 Amps for 5 minutes). Or Gordy will tell you to switch to Volz servos and 4 cell packs :) -- Andrew E. Mileski Ottawa, Canada 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] RE: Radar Guns for DS'ing
Nathan Woods wrote: Simon, You will find a large price difference between the low cost Bushnell type radar units, and the higher end. The Decatur product is in our opinion, the best model for the price, and represents the higher end product. The Decatur ProSpeed CR-1K radar guns have been used to time both of the world record DS runs (232 MPH), and are available at www.SoaringUSA.com and are in stock! http://www.soaringusa.com/accessprices.htm Only 2 entries in my bookmarks so far for Radar: http://isoar.ca/~andrewm/bkmks/RC/Electronics/Speed_Radars/ http://www.decaturradar.com/listitems.php?List_Prod=9 http://www.stalkerradar.com/sports_pro.shtml -- Andrew E. Mileski Ottawa, Canada http://isoar.ca/ 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.
[RCSE] Unsubscribing HOWTO
It appears the info on Mike's RCSE page on subscriptions is incorrect. Probably a version change or something. The following has been tested. When you go on vaction, either unsubscribe from the list, or exclude the list from your out-of-office auto-replys! Normally unsubscribing is a process of sending a message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing ONLY the following text in the message body (the subject doesn't matter): unsubscribe soaring [EMAIL PROTECTED] where [EMAIL PROTECTED] is the subscribed e-mail address. Make sure to turn off HTML, and remove any signature or vcard attachments. You will be sent a confirmation message IMMEDIATELY with a code and further instructions; you can just hit the REPLY and SEND buttons to send the confirmation back as-is. Subscriptions are of course: subscribe soaring [EMAIL PROTECTED] If you are subscribed through a reflector, like Yahoo! Groups, then there is a different process. -- Andrew E. Mileski Ottawa, Canada http://isoar.ca/ 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] Switch capacity
Ben Diss wrote: My problem is finding a place on my Winch Doc Winch to mount one of these switches. There are other options besides a winch mounted switch. 1) Quick disconnect battery cables. Available from boating suppliers, and some hardware and surplus stores. 2) Welding cables with a lug on one end and an alligator clamp on the other. Available at hardware and surplus stores. Use the lug end on the winch. To protect the battery posts from wear from the alligator jaws, cut the cables off the old cables leaving just the terminal post clamps on the battery and attach the jaws to these. 3) Mount the switch in an external enclosure. Only adds about 6 to the cable length. 4) Use a two-stage foot switch, wiring one solenoid per stage with the 2nd solenoid on the 2nd stage. Pulse with the 2nd stage. The first stage can't fuse, and the chance of it sticking is greatly reduced. Replace BOTH solenoids at least seasonally. Test both BOTH solenoids at every setup. -- Andrew E. Mileski Ottawa, Canada http://isoar.ca/ 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] Hard sided travel/storage case for 3m - not Sportube
eye_rc_soar wrote: I know about the SporTube, but don't like how it loads for every day type use. Custom cases: http://www.custom-shipping-cases.com/custom_cases.htm http://www.mtiindustriesltd.com/ Or make one a box yourself out of plywood or coroplast. -- Andrew E. Mileski Ottawa, Canada http://isoar.ca/ 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] Yet another flight simulator recommendation
Jim Deck wrote: If you're going to get serious about a flight simulator, here's another item you should consider. Get an RCJOY interface box from Lew Engineering. Their URL was www.leweng.com http://www.leweng.com but it doesn't seem to be working right now. Lew Engineering no longer makes the RCJOY interface. From Google cache: NOTICE: As of 6/28/03 we are out of stock of RCJOY and have ceased production. To our hundreds of customers who have used RCJOY over the years - Thank you! -- Andrew E. Mileski Ottawa, Canada http://isoar.ca/ 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] Digital Scales - a positive vendor message
Andrew E. Mileski wrote: I just got a digital scale from Digital Scales Direct, and I'm quite satisified with it, and I'm impressed with the fast shipping and superb packing job. It looks like it came straight from the factory to me. They have a web site front for their EBay auctions: http://www.digitalscalesdirect.com/ Seems this address doesn't have scales :( I'm sure it is the same people though. Weird. Digital Scales Direct's EBay Store: http://www.stores.ebay.com/id=4352192ssPageName=L2 This works though, and is where I got mine. -- Andrew E. Mileski Ottawa, Canada http://isoar.ca/ 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] 12 volt battery charger
Morris McKenna wrote: I forgot to bookmark the URL for the $20 12v DC power supply recently displayed on RCSE. Can someone point the way for me? Thanks http://ramboy.com/cosel.htm -- Andrew E. Mileski Ottawa, Canada http://isoar.ca/ 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] Re: Wing Rod
Hey, anyone have a piece of really hard straight 5/16 steel rod they can sell me? It needs to be at least 11 inches long for my new Duck.(old Duck kit) Maybe it's a Disco Duck! ( an 80's term) You can get 5/16 ejector pin for Dixie, and cut the head of with a rotary tool. http://www.dixiepins.com/products/ej_pins_chart.htm I grind and polish the ends round for easy insertion. Ejector pins come in lengths from 4 to 14, though 36 can be had from some sources. Make sure to keep in mind the loss in length from cutting the head off. They have a hardened core and an even harder nitrided surface that resists wear and corrosion. You'll probably never manage to permanently set a bend in one. McMaster-Carr also sells them, but for a premium: http://www.mcmaster.com/ -- Andrew E. Mileski Ottawa, Canada http://isoar.ca/ 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] Trimming Guide
Jody Z Vogel wrote: A simple Google search took me right to it. http://www.b2streamlines.com/Trimming.html Few more on trimming (and growing, thanks!): http://isoar.ca/~andrewm/bkmks/RC/Info/Trimming/ -- Andrew E. Mileski Ottawa, Canada http://isoar.ca/ 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] classic quotes
Jon Stone wrote: And a poem, from somewhere on the Team Ariane web site ... Crinkle, crinkle, little spar, strained beyond the yield-point far. Up above the world so high, bits and pieces in the sky... By Darrol Stinton it seems, -- Andrew E. Mileski Ottawa, Canada http://isoar.ca/ 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] What winch kits to consider
Steve Gibson wrote: I've reviewed the following full power winch kits on the web: Winch Doctor with Real Balls kit - $500 Skybench Winch kit - (frame and reel only) $180 Superskeg winch kit - $285 Are there any other kits I should consider? I'm leaning towards the Winch Doctor kit. I like the Real Balls plus the finish of the kit looks fabulous. Any suggestions? I have a Winch Doctor Winch (WDW), not the kit, and I can whole heartedly recommend it. The Doc is the finest machinist around, with an amazing level of attention to detail. He is also a great businessman that cares about customer satisfaction. Don't wince at the price. It's a bargain considering what you get. Though I've not done business with Tim McCann of Superskeg, my contact with him has shown him to be another great businessman willing to go the extra mile to satisfy customers. Hmm... lot of great people in this hobby :) -- Andrew E. Mileski Ottawa, Canada http://isoar.ca/ 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.
