[RCSE] "Real" southern gent

2008-07-13 Thread Jon Stone
posted for Brian Chuck Anderson CD'd his last TD contest yesterday. (He says) What a mark in soaring history. 40 years of CD'ing at least one contest a year. Can any one match that record? What a wonderful influence Chuck has been to our club (The Coffee Airfoilers) and to soaring in general

Re: [RCSE] What does this mean for F3J WC?

2008-07-03 Thread Jon Stone
Jim, In short it means no "warm up" round before the flyoffs. That's all. Discussed in this conversation: http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=834010 In particular, these posts: http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showpost.php?p=10071398&postcount=224 http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showp

Re: [RCSE] F3J Worlds Started this morning

2008-06-30 Thread Jon Stone
Updates from the US team managers are here. http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=834010 Posts from this morning start at posting # 117. Results and standings directly from the contest organizers are here http://www.f3jturkey.com/leadersf.php at the moment (after round 2), there are

[RCSE] test

2008-06-10 Thread Jon Stone
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Re: [RCSE] Looking for a contest plane

2008-04-08 Thread Jon Stone
Looks just like my Icon a week ago.  Skin ripped off the wing skin, too.  Made quite a bang!! http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2090/2375690129_b78095e80b_b.jpg tony estep wrote: Here's a Pike Perfect, a little bit of a fixer-upper: http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/attachment.php?

Re: [RCSE] " What's the big deal about 2.4? - Lag...okay now we are getting silly "

2008-03-06 Thread Jon Stone
> A far cheaper way to increase 'response' would have been to get digital servos. and a 5-cell RX battery pack. 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

Re: [RCSE] The new Jr 12X

2008-02-28 Thread Jon Stone
There's some info out there now, if you search for it. http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=JRP1200 > I look forward to hearing more about it. me too. Jon RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROT

Re: [RCSE] Seriously offended

2008-02-28 Thread Jon Stone
Oooh.. Now you can expect a private email from the G-dude himself correcting you of your ways. :) - Original Message - From: "Ira Faberman" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: soaring , gordysoar <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Date: Thu, 28 Feb 2008 09:48:13 -0700 Subject: [RCSE] Seriously offended > Gord

Re: [RCSE] My Dad,... U'R Dad? SWC Reports / Photos

2008-02-19 Thread Jon Stone
Very touching. Thanks for sharing your very personal story. We're all the better for it. Jon Stone but she told me her life has been so good that she would not change a thing. Though she has taught me so much when I was a kid, I've learned even much more in the last few month

Re: [RCSE] Meanwhile, in another forum

2008-02-15 Thread Jon Stone
Bubba is NOT deserving. :) But Jim is a cool guy, and Rob does pick good friends. Jim Deck wrote: It's always both a pleasure and an education to look over a master's shoulder while he plies his craft. And, you have opportunity to do so. Over in the "Thermal" section of "Sailplanes" in

Re: [RCSE] "Snow and Ice at the SWC Today?"

2008-02-12 Thread Jon Stone
Tell us about it in July when the temps are 115. OTOH, my brother is in Chandler and tells me it does cool down to a comfortable 95... at 3am! All in fun. Hope everyone has a great time in AZ this weekend. Jon - Original Message - From: "Darwin N. Barrie" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: [EM

Re: [RCSE] Mid South

2008-01-21 Thread Jon Stone
Chuck Anderson wrote: Wonder if they have the Soccer Moms under control this time. They didn't the last time the Mid South was in Atlanta. Chuck Hi Chuck, Here's the MidSouth announcement, from the Atlanta club, I sent to the NASF list last November. The soccer mom's are a non-issue, a

Re: [RCSE] recruiting new soaring enthusiasts

2008-01-20 Thread Jon Stone
Wow Tony, There's a lot of profound wisdom packed in this single post.    Some of my favorites... The general contest practices have evolved to wide acceptance. To say that changing something will bring out new guys implies that there are lots of guys just itching to become soaring pilo

Re: [RCSE] Contest Format

2008-01-09 Thread Jon Stone
Tim, Thanks for bringing some new ideas & concepts to our beloved sport. I don't agree with everything you said, but you presented your case well. Open dialog without egos and emotion based responses will do us all well. Jon Stone PS. Yeah, I know "egos and emotion based

Re: [RCSE] F3B winches??? Appropriate for TD purposes?

2007-12-22 Thread Jon Stone
OTOH... I would say "real" F3B winches are quite good for TD, especially for woody planes, if .. (BIG IF) the pilot does not load up a lot of tension on the line. We've found my F3B winch a perfect for launching Oly 2's in my club, as the power is low and the line is stretchy. Daryl doe

Re: [RCSE] F3B winches???

2007-12-22 Thread Jon Stone
This link should be helpful http://www.google.com/search?q=f3b+winch [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: During the discussion about limiting winch strength and reducing line breaks there have been several references to F3B winches. I am not familiar with F3B flying or the winch specs. Can someone ex

Re: [RCSE] the Must-Have Gift for the 2.4ghz Contest Director

2007-12-17 Thread Jon Stone
Better yet... http://www.thinkgeek.com/tshirts/generic/991e/ Ben Wilson wrote: Not that you'll necessarily *need* one of these 'cause 2.4ghz is going to solve All Of Our Radio Problems(tm), buu Wi-Spy 2.4ghz USB Spectrum Analyzer http://www.thinkgeek.com/gadgets/electronic/80ce/ $

Re: [RCSE] Solenoids

2007-12-14 Thread Jon Stone
George wrote: The Cole Hersee solenoids that had failures are the 24059 and 24037. George MeyersWD6EQS Fresno, Ca George, Are all the failures on the same winch? Jon RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]

[RCSE] Icon (was HKM's High End")

2007-12-12 Thread Jon Stone
Doug Barry wrote: HKM High End finally the Europeans can fly an ICON and not have to give credit to Joe Wurts. What's up with the Icon? I have not heard anyone talking it up in what seems like years. Guess it's not the flavor of the month anymore. :) Wonder if Don still has a mile

Re: [RCSE] 2.4 Gig JR v Futaba ???

2007-12-04 Thread Jon Stone
Phil Barnes wrote: I've never had any Futaba transmitter above the 9Csuper so maybe other can tell me what those high end Futaba transmitters can do that a 9Csuper can't. These rcgroups threads might be useful.  I have not read them. Differences in 9C and 9303? JR 9303 vs Futaba 9c Jon

[RCSE] palm sized r/c heli

2007-11-28 Thread Jon Stone
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Re: [RCSE] Ava, Soprano, Danny

2007-11-23 Thread Jon Stone
well informed & well stated opinion.  Agrees with my observations over the years.  Best wishes whatever you choose, as I realize everyone has different preferences. Jon mike reagan wrote:     I have been flying the same Ava for almost 5years now. It has been the winningest model I

[RCSE] looking for an SBXC

2006-11-03 Thread Jon Stone
If you have an SBXC in good shape you're willing to sell, send me a note.Unbuilt kit or complete aircraft ok. Thanks, Jon RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe m

Re: [RCSE] LSF 8 hr task, where at?

2006-10-29 Thread Jon Stone
http://www.phflyers.com/  They might be up to allowing your attempt.  I'd suggest contacting them first. Jon Stone Raed Elazzawi wrote: I am working on LSF level II, I know I am a long ways away from level IV, but I can't help wondering about the 8hr task. I am curious as to where people

[RCSE] custom bagged wing builder ??

2006-10-06 Thread Jon Stone
Does anyone bag wings on a custom basis? A local friend is looking to buy some custom wings. He's looking for construction/quality similar to what Fred Sage used to do with Compulsions. Thanks, Jon Stone RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" an

[RCSE] sagitta 900 seller?

2006-09-29 Thread Jon Stone
Does anyone sell the Sagitta 900 short kit?  The one dreamcatcher used to sell.   Thanks,   Jon  

Re: [RCSE] World Soaring Masters - Day Two

2006-09-23 Thread Jon Stone
Try this   http://louisvillesoaring.org/tmp/2006worldsoaringmasters-rd7scoresB.jpg   - Original Message - From: Ed Franz To: Soaring@airage.com Sent: Saturday, September 23, 2006 4:47 PM Subject: [RCSE] RCSE] World Soaring Masters - Day Two Is it just m

[RCSE] cute photo

2006-09-20 Thread Jon Stone
http://www.f3b.de/link/html/Bildergalerie/sp_index.php?file=./2006/Kirchheim-Open/kirchheim-open-06_061.jpg   or if you prefer...   http://tinyurl.com/fbec3  

Re: [RCSE] Jim's Flame suit, and other curiosities...

2006-09-13 Thread Jon Stone
Tom, Since I wrote to RCSE last night, I figure you might want an answer from me. My motives were completely to encourage folks just to go and challenge themselves to improve their skills. Isn't this what it's all about? I, for one, am completely open to the LSF starting an alternate ladder p

Re: [RCSE] LSF Comments

2006-09-12 Thread Jon Stone
Robert,   I know contests are not for everyone.  We all enjoy this wonderful sport in our own way, and that's just fine with me.  Why not just do the all the LSF tasks, and omit the contests?    Make your own check-off sheet, and work through the levels in order, just like you were in the pr

Re: [RCSE] Congrats to Johnny Berlin's Level V Goal and Return today

2006-09-05 Thread Jon Stone
yee ha!  Slope season at Brookville is coming up soon.     - Original Message - From: Larry Storie To: RCSE Soaring Exchange ; Jim Deck Sent: Tuesday, September 05, 2006 8:21 PM Subject: Re: [RCSE] Congrats to Johnny Berlin's Level V Goal and Return today

Re: [RCSE] OVSS Scores Posted

2006-07-05 Thread Jon Stone
Follow the link & read all about it. http://www.cincinnatisoaring.org/OVSS/2005OVSS_Standings.htm - Original Message - From: "Tom Broeski" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Marc Gellart" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; Sent: Wednesday, July 05, 2006 6:04 PM Subject: Re: [RCSE] OVSS Scores Posted Sha

Re: [RCSE] Carbon-fiber reinforcement for Alcyone wing; vacuum bagging with a Foodsaver

2006-05-20 Thread Jon Stone
Jeff, Depends if the author desires strengthening the spar for launch, or making the wing torsionally stiff.He didn't say. Either way, I'd avoid the carbon mat, as it typically soaks up a lot of epoxy. Actually on the 45 it prevents torsion roll of the wing on launch, but you won't laun

Re: [RCSE] Carbon-fiber reinforcement for Alcyone wing; vacuum bagging with a Foodsaver

2006-05-19 Thread Jon Stone
I am about to apply skins to my Alcyone 3M, and I want to reinforce the wings with carbon fiber. What's better: carbon tow or carbon mat? you want tow, not carbon mat. You want all the fibers spanwise oriented (same direction as the spar) Will the thickness of the carbon fiber be a problem

Re: [RCSE] Push Rods

2006-04-15 Thread Jon Stone
Silver solder that I am aware of requires a torch. Will the kit you are talking about here work with a soldering iron? And is there a special kit for the work we are talking about? This one, from Tower, says it flows at 430 F. http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXFS75 I use t

Re: [RCSE] Re: Who remembers "The Old Buzzard" video?

2006-04-13 Thread Jon Stone
About soaringstuff.com,  see http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=502252   and in particular...   http://www.bbbsw.org/BBBWeb/Forms/Business/CompanyReportPage_Expository.aspx?CompanyID=13215 -or- http://tinyurl.com/ob67c       On 4/12/06, David Register <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:> And

RE: [RCSE] Re: Soaring V1 #7341 "Comments Wanted", Performance Tuning...

2006-03-21 Thread Jon Stone
> Hangar 9 makes a digital incidence > meter accurate > to 1/10 deg. that can be used much like the AeroPerfect for > only $60. > It's called the Anglepro. Guess which one I'll be getting? The Angle Pro seems to require a weird battery. http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products/Default.aspx?

Re: [RCSE] Re: TX RF output? Long!

2006-03-10 Thread Jon Stone
From: "Doug McLaren" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Of course it's a real phenomenon. The technical term is `desense'. > > http://users3.ev1.net/~medcalf/ztx/desense.html It's also called the "near-far" problem. Imagine trying to hear a whisper across a crowded room. Nearby louder voices drowned o

RE: [RCSE] 9303???

2006-03-05 Thread Jon Stone
Title: Message the software in all 9303's is identical.  Only differences are switches, and labels on them.   Jon   -Original Message-From: Marta Zavala [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, March 05, 2006 7:03 PMTo: soaring@airage.comSubject: [RCSE] 9303??? Does the

Re: [RCSE] 2006 Midsouth

2006-02-27 Thread Jon Stone
I'm pretty sure Ed Wilson said this year they would have a different field. Any LASS guys confirm?? Jon - Original Message - From: "S Meyer" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > If it's same as prior years, EP Tom Sawyer State Park RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send

Re: [RCSE] "Results of Southwest Soaring"

2006-02-13 Thread Jon Stone
Excellent report John, Thanks!! - Original Message - > Daryl won the whole thing because he was, as usual, a landing machine. So, Daryl... I guess you got some new eye-glasses, since Muncie.:) Jon RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "

RE: [RCSE] SWC

2006-02-11 Thread Jon Stone
Simple. Marta Zavala won the whole contest with his Supra. > > Any news about how it went today ? > > Regards, Dave Corven. RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe me

soaring@airage.com

2006-02-07 Thread Jon Stone
You're right Bill. These planes are so good, the pilots don't even need to show up. Jon - Original Message - From: "Bill's Email" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > > Marta Zavala wrote: >> Well this weeks SWC will be one of the molded Supras first test, lets >> wait and see. >> Walter > > >

Re: [RCSE] convert this please

2006-01-27 Thread Jon Stone
- Original Message - From: "Phil Barnes" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Can anybody tell me how > you use that to convert g/dm^2 to oz/ft^2? I guess you need to use the > "custom" feature but clicking on "custom" gets a blank window with no > instructions and no apparent way to type anything i

Re: [RCSE] ANOTHER PERSPECTIVE about assisted soaring, value of winning.

2006-01-24 Thread Jon Stone
Please, please. We all need to reflect on this old saying... "Before you criticize someone, walk a mile in his shoes. Then when you do criticize that person, you'll be a mile away and have his shoes." RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" r

Re: [RCSE] assisted soaring,etc

2006-01-23 Thread Jon Stone
> Today, I > don't feel that the use of telemetry is in the > "spirit" of the rules as they were originally > intended. The AMA soaring rules specifically state such devices are allowed. "10.1.f. Thermal Sensor Rule. Thermal sensing devices shall be permitted provided that any such device and

Re: [RCSE] Some Thoughts on AMA

2005-11-01 Thread Jon Stone
ldn't stand for that kind of change. Perhaps, eventually, we may come to the state the Brits are in, as David Alchin pointed out. The BARCS, a separate umbrella organization just for soaring. But that's a "different can of worms". :) I can't say wether a l

RE: [RCSE] RC Soaring Frappr

2005-10-26 Thread Jon Stone
Sieb, Love your picture. I know the feeling. ;) > -Original Message- > From: James V. Bacus [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] > Sent: Tuesday, October 25, 2005 9:49 PM > To: soaring@airage.com > Subject: [RCSE] RC Soaring Frappr > > > I set up a Frappr map for RC Soaring at > http://www.f

Re: [RCSE] something new

2005-10-21 Thread Jon Stone
To be fair, the following comment from the manual should be noted: "Parkflyers Only: The DX6 system is designed for parkflyer type aircraft only. This includes all forms of compact electric and non-powered airplanes as well as micro electric helicopters. While the system ha

[RCSE] something new

2005-10-21 Thread Jon Stone
2.4Ghz RC system, Spread Spectrum Modulation, 80 channels, auto channel selection. http://www.horizonhobby.com/Shop/ByCategory/Product/Default.aspx?ProdID=SPM2460 several people on this list have been asking for this for a few years. no more long antennas. :) RCSE-List facilities provided by Mod

[RCSE] For Sale - Multiplex Micro MC/V2 digital servo

2005-10-19 Thread Jon Stone
Title: Message See here for photos & details.   http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=431014   $60 shipped.   

Re: [RCSE] Looking for SBXC/Trade

2005-10-19 Thread Jon Stone
http://www.xcsoaring.com/ - Original Message - From: "Douglas, Brent" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Wednesday, October 19, 2005 9:01 AM Subject: RE: [RCSE] Looking for SBXC/Trade How exactly do you run XC contests, what kind of format do you all use? Very curious, seems like it wou

Re: [RCSE] OVSS Standings/Fall Round Up

2005-09-23 Thread Jon Stone
Impressive season for Jim with only 5 contest entries. He's almost got a lock on the OVSS win. Even if Jim didn't show up, only one guy could possibly beat him for the big trophy. Super flying, pal !! Jon - Original Message - From: "ROBERT M GELLART" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent

Re: [RCSE] Jeti controlers Help

2005-09-21 Thread Jon Stone
does this help?   http://www.jetimodel.cz/eng/hlavnien.htm     - Original Message - From: Lee Cox To: soaring mail page Sent: Wednesday, September 21, 2005 11:32 AM Subject: [RCSE] Jeti controlers Help HELP,   I can't find my paperwork for my JETI controller.

RE: [RCSE] CVRC Club - hands free retreivers

2005-09-19 Thread Jon Stone
http://www.handsfreeretriever.com/ > -Original Message- > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] > Sent: Monday, September 19, 2005 6:19 PM > To: rc Soaring Exchange > Subject: [RCSE] CVRC Club - hands free retreivers > > > I was looking at the CVRC club website and saw a

[RCSE] Huntsville Soaring Contest announcement

2005-09-19 Thread Jon Stone
s $10 per class.  The format will be relaxed using open winch.  Of course, the true competitors will be at their best.  Hope to see you there.   Link to Google Maps http://tinyurl.com/cqkcg Link to Yahoo Maps http://tinyurl.com/96kkv   Email me for any questions.   Jon Stone, CD  

Re: [RCSE] Compulsion for sale

2005-09-19 Thread Jon Stone
picture available here: http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=417925 - Original Message - From: "Jon Stone" Compulsion for sale. FS01 airfoil, 126" span. Like new condition.No damage or repairs. All 368's.$750.00 w/out receiver.$800 w/JR 770 receiver.

[RCSE] Compulsion for sale

2005-09-19 Thread Jon Stone
Compulsion for sale. FS01 airfoil, 126" span. Like new condition.No damage or repairs. All 368's.$750.00 w/out receiver.$800 w/JR 770 receiver. Buyer pays shipping. Contact Tim Logan at [EMAIL PROTECTED] RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscrib

RE: [RCSE] Thermal duration V or + tail

2005-09-07 Thread Jon Stone
Jim, You're evil ;) > > http://www.jimbacus.net/soaring/nats2005/vtail_vs_xtail.jpg > > 8-)) 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 te

Re: [RCSE] RE: Airtronics new digital wing servo

2005-09-06 Thread Jon Stone
Some specs available here (no torque #'s). They differ from what John published slightly. http://airtronics.net/2004_servos.htm (last one in the list) Only other link I found is Tower Hobbies http://tinyurl.com/7gztk and Sanwa http://www.sanwa-denshi.co.jp/servo-01.html Look for SDX-761, w

Re: [RCSE] "LSF4 Goal & Return?...Goal'd and Return'd!"

2005-09-03 Thread Jon Stone
Gordy, Congrats on finishing the next step. It's not about "getting there". Enjoy the journey along the way, and don't be in too big a hurry to finish. Jon RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please no

[RCSE] good guy report

2005-08-19 Thread Jon Stone
we can all give him some support in his business. Jon Stone 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 tur

Re: [RCSE] Tip on bagged wing twist removal.

2005-08-18 Thread Jon Stone
Harley, Congrats on your fixed wing. Don't leave your newly repaired wing in a hot car, or it will bend back to the way it was built. I've had this happen with too many light weight FG fuses. Jon RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" reques

RE: [RCSE] RES not for the "elite"

2005-08-08 Thread Jon Stone
Take a look at this picture. Shows the 2nd place pilot in unlimited flying his 6-servo plane during the heat and intensity of the Unlimited contest at the NATS this month. http://www.knology.net/~jstone/nats/dp.jpg Looks pretty intense to me. RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane N

Re: [RCSE] One full day of RES

2005-08-02 Thread Jon Stone
sounds good to me. Jon - Original Message - From: "James V. Bacus" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> >I think it would be cool if the RES competition could have an entire day to > itself at Nats next year. > > Anyone else here think that would be a good idea? RCSE-List facilities provided by Model

[RCSE] COOL nats memories

2005-07-30 Thread Jon Stone
Title: Message 1st priorities friends & flying buddies.  I just can't say enough on how special this group of people is.  I couldn't begin to name everyone.   Fond memories & random thoughts.   - being pretty well unprepared for F3J, and having the scores to prove it.  :) - watching Larry Jo

RE: [RCSE] LASS Speed 400 Electric Sailplane (F5J) Competition: Sunday, Augus...

2005-07-19 Thread Jon Stone
Title: Message Also encourages stronger motors, ESC, & battery systems to get the plane up faster in less time than thy neighbor.  The new "unlimited motor run" rules work very well, with each pilot using as much or as little motor run as he deems necessary.  Duration score begins whe

Re: [RCSE] Insanity 3.7 - shameless plug for Sal

2005-07-01 Thread Jon Stone
> > Could you imagine that big boy lime green over purple! > As you ordered. :) Pretty crude on my part, but you get the idea. http://www.knology.net/~jstone/barney-zebra.jpg Jon RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PR

[RCSE] zebra paint (was insanity 3.7)

2005-07-01 Thread Jon Stone
Dave, That paint scheme is wild. Really cool. Nice job. http://www.git-r-built.com/photos.htm However, I would not want to try to see that plane at distance. I've done intricate paint schemes before, on par with the lines & contrast you did. At distance, all the lines blur and make the out

[RCSE] MidSouth report

2005-06-27 Thread Jon Stone
Well the MidSouth in Hot-lanta is done.  Wow, what a weekend.   I can give a very limited account of the Unlimited class standings, from memory.   I won 1st on Saturday. Bernie Coleman 2nd.   On Sunday, Gordy Stahl earned 2nd. I sorry, I can't remember any more for sure. Don Cleveland earned

RE: [RCSE] Getting ready to buy an Res

2005-06-22 Thread Jon Stone
> I'm getting ready to buy an Res. My choices are > Ava, Danny and Topaz. > > Question: > Which one has the strongest wing and will > withstand a full > pedal launch on a > 6 volt Real Balls winch? > > Which one has the best thermal turn and > quickest reaction to rudder? Dude, I've owned

RE: [RCSE] MVSA, Gateway Open, OVSS#3

2005-06-19 Thread Jon Stone
Title: Message Way to go Brian !!     -Original Message-From: Steve Meyer [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, June 19, 2005 8:10 PMTo: soaring@airage.comSubject: [RCSE] MVSA, Gateway Open, OVSS#3 Superb weather allowed for an exciting contest to happen.    W

RE: [RCSE] Fazer reciever

2005-06-15 Thread Jon Stone
> The R770S is a really nice RX and does work really well inside carbon > fuselages. That's what I put in all my new models unless I need more > channels or it's a park flyer (R610UL). > Yup...I switched to the R770S for all my models. A great > performer and > a really small size. Start

[RCSE] IHLGF congrats

2005-06-15 Thread Jon Stone
Title: Message Congratulations to the 2005 HLG champ, Phil Barnes.  I admire Phil's as a builder, pilot, craftsman, and generally nice guy.   Actually, all you top-10 guys are tops.  Congrats to all the winners.   Jon Stone  

Re: [RCSE] Jr Aero tow PAge 3

2005-06-08 Thread Jon Stone
Wow Jack,   What a nice write-up.  I want to go, and I don't even have a scale glider !!   Jon  

Re: [RCSE] JR Aerotow prompts a question

2005-06-07 Thread Jon Stone
Mostly, they do not have vocal advocates who speak up for >them on this list. Maybe the other guys would be more noticeable if they had a bright colored shirts. :) Jon Stone PS. In my own backyard, Horizon (JR) has given longstanding and significant support to the Mid-South Soaring Championsh

RE: [RCSE] "My Pike Pieces, F3J Team Trials and Rockies and I'm heading to the Beach"

2005-06-02 Thread Jon Stone
Title: Message How is that possible?  :) -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]   Looks like I'll be traveling more often :-)  

[RCSE] how to disolve goop ?

2005-05-30 Thread Jon Stone
Title: Message Anyone know a solvent that will disolve GOOP type glues?    I need to remove some servos glued in a molded wing with it.    TIA,   Jon      

[RCSE] Mid-South

2005-05-30 Thread Jon Stone
It's getting time to get your sign-ups in for the Mid-South Soaring Championships in Atlanta. 3 days of fun, flying, and friendship. Go to http://midsouth.atlantasoaring.com/ and find out everything you need to know. The contest dates are June 24-26. Registrations still open.\ RCSE-List fac

RE: [RCSE] F3J is not for me...or my Pikes :-(

2005-05-29 Thread Jon Stone
Title: Message Gordy,   I'm sorry all that happened.  I hope tomorrow will be a better day.   Jon  

RE: [RCSE] OVSS #1 - CSS Memorial

2005-05-24 Thread Jon Stone
hat a talent pool. Out of 40 pilots on Saturday, I counted 7 or 8 LSF level 5's. And 5-8 more pilots with equal or superior skills. Wow! While not entirely happy with my flying Saturday, I was proud of my 11th place finish, given the talent in attendance. Jon Stone RCSE-List facilities p

RE: [RCSE] OVSS #1 - CSS Memorial

2005-05-24 Thread Jon Stone
Jim, I saw you taking a good hard look at that Futaba TX ;) Jon > -Original Message- > From: James V. Bacus [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] > I figured you might also spot this Futaba model sitting on a > JR chair with > my 10x... 8-)) > http://www.jimbacus.net/soaring/OVSS_1_2005/pa

[RCSE] Re: FS - Synergy 91 SE

2005-05-24 Thread Jon Stone
Deal fell through.  Still available. On 5/14/05, Jon Stone <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: See here for info & photos.http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=370771 Jon

Re: [RCSE] GreatPlanes Triton charger

2005-05-19 Thread Jon Stone
Jim, > The Triton is a great charger for the money. There are a few dumb > things about the software, such as the way it erases the total mAh put > into a NiMh cell after it goes into "top-off" mode, but by and large it > is a very good unit. And again, you can't beat the price. You can pres

[RCSE] FS - Synergy 91 SE

2005-05-13 Thread Jon Stone
See here for info & photos. http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=370771 Jon 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 w

RE: [RCSE] Deep South....the winning sailplanes

2005-05-11 Thread Jon Stone
Title: Message Hey Gordy,   Didn't an Ava win over a Pike in 15 mph winds last year?  :) :) :)   Jon     -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, May 11, 2005 5:38 PMTo: soaring@airage.comCc: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Subject: [RCSE] Dee

Re: [RCSE] JR battery connector for 9303

2005-05-05 Thread Jon Stone
www.radicalrc.com   specifically,   http://radicalrc.secure-mall.com/shop/index.php?shop=1&cat=100&cart=312469   - Original Message - From: Lydon, Matthew (NBC Universal) To: RCSE Sent: Thursday, May 05, 2005 10:59 AM Subject: [RCSE] JR battery connector for 93

Re: [RCSE] Can I. . .with the 9303??

2005-04-20 Thread Jon Stone
Dave, Are you sure? My understanding is the airplane and sailplane versions have the same switch layout, but different labels printed under them. http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_2659859/anchors_2659859/mpage_1/key_9303%252Cswitch/anchor/tm.htm#2659859 I understood that the heli version had

RE: [RCSE] Can I. . .with the 9303??

2005-04-19 Thread Jon Stone
Harley, The email address [EMAIL PROTECTED] is bouncing.. Jon 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. E

RE: [RCSE] Can I. . .with the 9303??

2005-04-19 Thread Jon Stone
or the Genie > Pro. The other > things can come later. I have no time now to deal with them. If you have owned the 8103, I expect you will find this one a big improvement. John Derstine wrote up an excellent overview of the radio. Good photos of the menus, which you might find helpful.

RE: [RCSE] Another Futaba S3150 question

2005-04-19 Thread Jon Stone
Here's the mfgr's web site... http://futaba-rc.com/servos/digitalservos.html > Having checked the 3150 specs on a few sites, some say you > can run it at 6.0v others say only use 4.8v. Has anyone been > using 5cell/6.0V pack for these servos? Thanks, Walter RCSE-List facilities provided b

RE: [RCSE] hostile, private emails

2005-04-16 Thread Jon Stone
Mark, Do you KNOW Gordy? This won't work. Try it. Send him all the flame emails you want. He's got a flame proof suit or something. People beat on him endlessly both public and private. He doesn't care. Insults roll off of him like water off of a duck's back. Gordy's a salesman. These guy

Re: [RCSE] AMA numbers

2005-04-15 Thread Jon Stone
ddress or AMA number, on or in the model. Individual events listed within this (Competition Regulations) may have additional identification requirements which must be adhered to.     Jon Stone  

Re: [RCSE] data storage for JR9303

2005-04-14 Thread Jon Stone
> Setting aside how ridiculous it is in 2005 to have a PC interface that > requires a breakout box and uses the trainer cord instead of just going to a > standard USB interface for all I/O functions, The reason for these boxes is to prevent unpaid copying of the software. The box is actually a

Re: [RCSE] round wing servo mounts

2005-04-11 Thread Jon Stone
Is this what you're looking for?? http://www.hobby-lobby.com/servomount.htm http://www.servoframes.com/ Jon - Original Message - From: "Denny Zech" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Monday, April 11, 2005 9:41 AM Subject: [RCSE] round wing servo mounts > Does anybody know of a source for

RE: [RCSE] "Barry Kennedy Vrs Others..a personal experience"

2005-04-09 Thread Jon Stone
on recent events". I wish Barry the best in his business, as well as Tuan the best with his order.   Regards to all,   Jon Stone  

RE: [RCSE] The 'other' synth modules aren't Evo esque

2005-04-04 Thread Jon Stone
I don't like this topic. The implication of several of the posts, including the first is ... "everyone else but me is an idiot". Come on guys. RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe a

Re: [RCSE] The 'other' synth modules aren't Evo esque

2005-04-04 Thread Jon Stone
- Original Message - From: "Darwin N. Barrie" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > My new Futaba 14MZ allows you to review what frequency you are on BEFORE you > transmit. Very handy. As do several Multiplex radios. Let's hope the new crop have such integration of the RF module to the transmitter

RE: [RCSE] Signal strength switch?

2005-03-31 Thread Jon Stone
Simon wrote: > I find it hard to imagine both system > protocols working > harmoniously as the local field. Why would they not work in harmony on the same field? Existing radios are on 72 Mhz. Existing SS radios use 900 Mhz and 2.4 Ghz. Are you assuming the powers that be might grant spread

Re: [RCSE] Signal strength switch?

2005-03-31 Thread Jon Stone
Ed, The latest AMA magazine has an informative article on BPL. Jon - Original Message - From: "Ed Jett" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Soaring List" Sent: Thursday, March 31, 2005 2:30 PM Subject: Re: [RCSE] Signal strength switch? > I don't think this is what we want to do. It brings th

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