Re: [RCSE] Re: Winch solonoid kit

2005-02-15 Thread Bill Malvey
On 2/15/05 19:23 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > S - > Cal Posthuma is selling the kits. Try calplsf > (CalPosthumaLeagueofSilentFlight) instead of calplsa. And its a solenoid, not > solonoid. > The spelling police are watching you. I hate it when people steal my tinder!! BW, I just got one of Cal's

Re: [RCSE] 9303 questions

2005-02-15 Thread James V. Bacus
At 09:23 PM 2/15/2005, James R MacLean wrote: Is there a copy function to make duplication of similiar models easier? Yes, and you have 30 slots to save them in. I use all JR gear, so I am already used to the polarity issue, but I carry a separate charge cable in case guys with other brands need a

[RCSE] 9303 questions

2005-02-15 Thread James R MacLean
Just got my 9303 and starting to charge batteries and read the manual. A few general questions arise: Is there a copy function to make duplication of similiar models easier? Is there a diode in the charging circuit? I would like to use a larger (1650 mah which is the same physical size) NiMH batter

[RCSE] Re: Winch solonoid kit

2005-02-15 Thread AMA3655
S - Cal Posthuma is selling the kits. Try calplsf (CalPosthumaLeagueofSilentFlight) instead of calplsa. And its a solenoid, not solonoid. The spelling police are watching you.     In a message dated 2/15/2005 6:05:23 P.M. Central Standard Time, Soaring@airage.com writes: Date: Tue, 15 Feb

[RCSE] Emerald for sale

2005-02-15 Thread Steve Schneider
RTF Emerald molded 3 meter for sale. White tops and red bottoms. All six servoes are Airtronics 141's. 800ma battery, no rx. Plane is in very good condition, never crashed, just a few scratches from landing on the "grass" in Phoenix. Plane is kept in Phoenix so I can fly when I visit my grandkid

[RCSE] Re: I was There

2005-02-15 Thread Chuck Anderson
At 08:13 PM 2/15/2005, you wrote: The folding wing plane was a modified Gentle Lady and I think it belonged to Ken/Helen Olson. This was also the first and last Nat's That I was privilaged to meet and talk to Carl Goldberg himself. Edwin Wilson Thanks for the reminder. I can clearly remember Ken

Re: [RCSE] War contractors making military models a royalty pain - was: "...Killing the Kit Business"

2005-02-15 Thread Simon Van Leeuwen
Great, looks like others in the same boat as us are actually doing something about it. Although I'm in Canada, I have written LM, Boeing, and other OEM's involved expressing my displeasure, as well as local/national news organizations. Like I said...squeeky wheel gets the grease. How about anyo

Re: [RCSE] Nimh batteries

2005-02-15 Thread Bill Swingle
>3300 cells for electric flight motor packs, up to a 5 amp charge. >similar to nicads if a sensitive cutoff voltage is used. >Now Lipo's scare me a little still... Personally, I've stuck with 2C charging. Nicad or Nimh I stick to about 2C and don't give it much thought. I think that may be a tad

RE: [RCSE] Nimh batteries

2005-02-15 Thread John Derstine
Bill; Depends on the type NIMH how they like to be charged. For high capacity 3300 cells for electric flight motor packs, up to a 5 amp charge. Steve Neu did a nice article in quiet flyer about this a while back. I generally use 3.5-4 amps on a 28 cell pack. They do like cycling to achieve maximum

[RCSE] Re: Looking for used F3F/F3B ship

2005-02-15 Thread Nathan Woods
Looks like young Alex found an Acacia 2, so he is no longer in need of a used 3M racing plane. Thanks to all who responded (there are some deals out there for those in the hunt). Cheers, Nathan Woods www.socalsloperacing.com >-- Original Message -- > >>This is a post

[RCSE] Winch solonoid kit

2005-02-15 Thread ownee77
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. Thanks, S Gibson RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane New

Re: [RCSE] Nimh batteries

2005-02-15 Thread Bill Swingle
Nimh batteries have been around for quite a while. I've stopped caring much about them. Frankly, though it's not always the wisest choice, I treat them nearly the same as NiCad's. I've come to trust them as much as I do Nicad's. The only limitation I still maintain is not to fast charge too aggres

[RCSE] Art McNamee

2005-02-15 Thread George Voss
Art, we found 4 of the modules so the total is what we agreed upon. Thanks. Gv Again, sorry to have to use the list, but he isn't receiving my emails from me. RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note tha

[RCSE] Nimh batteries

2005-02-15 Thread Edwin Lightcap
 Anyone  had any experience with these 2100mah AA green cells from China. I'm interested in how they compare to Sanyos. which are twice the price. I'm interest in using them as transmitter packs. Thanks. EDG Pittsburgh

Re: [RCSE] Dihedral affects upon wing span and area

2005-02-15 Thread Tim Engel
Thanks to Tom Koszuta and Chuck Anderson for answering my question. Regards, Tim > From: "Tim Engel" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> asked > > For the purpose of official class rules, when is a > > 2-meter a 2-meter, or a Standard class ship > > 100 inches? And is the maximum allowable wing > > area fo

[RCSE] laser levels

2005-02-15 Thread D Hauch
Hey guys, Before I try and make something, thought I'd check with you guys first. Have you ever seen a lazer light that could cast a beam from above, down to your work piece in the shape of a cross hair or a square ? They do make a product called a Gizmo, that will shoot a cross- hair beam, bu

Re: [RCSE] Dihedral affects upon wing span and area

2005-02-15 Thread Chuck Anderson
At 10:21 AM 2/15/2005, you wrote: - Original Message - From: "Tim Engel" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Friday, February 11, 2005 2:24 PM Subject: [RCSE] Dihedral affects upon wing span and area For the purpose of official class rules, when is a 2-meter a 2-meter, or a Standard class shi

Re: [RCSE] More Airfoil questions...

2005-02-15 Thread Bill Swingle
>At High CL it strikes me that the laminar flow (if any) would be on the bottom >surface. I'm confused. Laminar as apposed to turbulent? Detached apposed to attached? I'd think you'd want both attached and laminar. I don't think I'm following your question. Bill Swingle RCSE-List facilities pr

Re: [RCSE] Dihedral affects upon wing span and area

2005-02-15 Thread Thomas Koszuta
At the NATs, there is a "jig" that is simply a bar with two perpendicular projections. If the tips fit between the projections, it is within the span of that class. So the answer is, projected span. Tom Koszuta Western New York Sailplane and Electric Flyers Buffalo, NY - Original Message -

RE: [RCSE] Need feed back from you Tempest flyers or those who ha ve seen one fly.

2005-02-15 Thread Lex Mierop
Don't worry. You'll get used to it pretty quick :-) BTW, my wife compares the cost of this hobby to the cost of therapy required to relieve stress. She thinks it's a bargain. She's right :-) -l -Original Message- From: Stan Myers [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, Februar

[RCSE] Re: Incidence Meter

2005-02-15 Thread raymond juschkus
Hi, I have a Multiplex Incidence Meter from Germany. This is really a very useful precision instrument for setting up Sailplanes and Helicopters. I have gotten out of Sailplanes and no longer need this and it has been used once. The name on the box reads " Multiplex EWD-Waage " I am asking $ 35

Re: Re: Fw: Re: [RCSE] Re: Re:Book Tape Hinges

2005-02-15 Thread Mike Remus
A worthy project for a good hinge. " Hint" I use a large clean cutting board that I got from a Joann Fabric store with a good straight edge and #11 exacto blade. Before the board I used my shop door window to cut on :~) Mike On Tue, 15 Feb 2005 10:19:03 -0500 Steve Richman <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> write

Re: [RCSE] Need feed back from you Tempest flyers or those who have seen one fly.

2005-02-15 Thread Mike Smith
Don't know how much you paid Stan, but they are great flying gliders. You won't be disappointed Mike At 07:39 AM 2/15/2005, Stan Myers wrote: I've struck a deal with George Voss on a Tempest. I'm not having buyers remorse, but have never spent that much $$$ on a "toy airplane". Perhaps reassur

[RCSE] Need feed back from you Tempest flyers or those who have seen one fly.

2005-02-15 Thread Stan Myers
I've struck a deal with George Voss on a Tempest. I'm not having buyers remorse, but have never spent that much $$$ on a "toy airplane". Perhaps reassurance is what I'm looking for. TIA Stan RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [E

Re: [RCSE] War contractors making military models a royalty pain - was: "...Killing the Kit Business"

2005-02-15 Thread Dee Smith
Quoting from the article, "The company wants to ensure that the models are accurate, high-quality and safe, Adams said.". (Adams is a Lockheed Martin spokesman.) Notice the last word, he says "safe". They don't want to get sued as a deep pocket when someone gets hurt by one of their "unapproved

[RCSE] Available to anyone interested.. My Agea build document

2005-02-15 Thread Richard_Jones
Anyone considering building an Agea model (Phil Barnes/Terry Luckenbach parts) I documented my assembly with photos and comments and would be pleased to send it to anyone interested. This is a 1Mb .pdf file. Richard C. Jones RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscr

[RCSE] Looking for used F3F/F3B ship

2005-02-15 Thread Nathan Woods
This is a post for a 15 year old young man who is showing some great talent in our local F3F events. Currently he is competing with a 2M, but would very much like to use a 3M sized dedicated F3F or F3B model. He is looking for options in the $700-800 price range. His preference is a used Acacia

Re: Fw: Re: [RCSE] Re: Re:Book Tape Hinges

2005-02-15 Thread Mike Remus
Perfect, try it you'll like it. Mike On Tue, 15 Feb 2005 7:59:09 -0500 Steve Richman <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > Oh...I think I got it now. You apply several of these hinge pairs > along the length of the control surface, then apply a top strip of > the tape as a gap seal and it also covers

[RCSE] War contractors making military models a royalty pain - was: "...Killing the Kit Business"

2005-02-15 Thread Jimmy Andrews
Someone who was probably unware of the "killing the kit business" discussion over the last few weeks, sent this to me. http://www.suntimes.com/output/news/cst-nws-modelplane14.html RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests t