Re: [RCSE] CRRC DLG Clinic Photos

2006-07-18 Thread Tom Broeski
Phil gains 20 ft with the tongue action. T - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Sunday, July 16, 2006 7:52 PM Subject: [RCSE] CRRC DLG Clinic Photos Hi All, I took a few photos at the DLG Clinic put on by Mark Drela and the CRRC. And maybe a little help from a sp

[RCSE] Old Nats Winches for Sale

2006-07-18 Thread Tom Kallevang
using new 3110 Ford long shaft starter motors and winch wiring kits from Tom Bianchi at Injoy Lure Coursing. Over the past 8 weeks, I have been working with a group of fellow SOAR members to assemble the new winches. The biggest job was to switch out the Real Balls from the Wade winches to the new

[RCSE] Soaring Nats Workers' Raffle Donations

2006-07-18 Thread Tom Kallevang
rsday evening, July 27th. You can ship donations to: LSF / AMA Soaring Nationals Workers Raffle C/O Academy of Model Aeronautics 5161 East Memorial Drive Muncie, IN 47302 Attn: Randa Coates/Soaring Raffle Thanks for your consideration! Tom Kallevang Wheeling, IL LSF President & Webmaster

Re: [RCSE] HLG battery packs

2006-07-12 Thread Tom Broeski
has some slightly larger sized packs in a nice configuration. Tom Tom Broeski 32 Mount View Dr Afton, VA 22920 540 943-3356 fx 943-4178 - Original Message - From: "Bill Johns" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Soaring Yahoo" Sent: Tuesday, July 11, 2006 9:37 PM S

Re: [RCSE] OVSS Scores Posted

2006-07-05 Thread Tom Broeski
Shameful plug : ) How did you do last year? T - Original Message - From: "Marc Gellart" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Wednesday, July 05, 2006 6:46 PM Subject: [RCSE] OVSS Scores Posted OVSS scores are updated from the Mid South, head to the MVSA website and check it out. http://

Re: [RCSE] First RC model

2006-07-04 Thread Tom Broeski
"by a USA citizen you purchased." What if you don't want to purchase a US Citizen, just the plane? T - Original Message - From: "Ray Hayes" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Cc: ; <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; <[EMAIL PR

Re: [RCSE] XP 4.5 wing length not Phil's

2006-07-01 Thread Tom Broeski
I got both wings at the same time and Phil's (XP-4 wing) is just fine. The 4.5 panel is 29 11/16" long It would take a lot of dihedral to get it to work. I did not think to check it, since I didn't expect it to be that much difference in length. Tom - Original Message ---

Re: [RCSE] XP 4.5 wing length

2006-07-01 Thread Tom Broeski
It is built and measurement is from top tip to top tip spanwise. T - Original Message - From: "Zb. Michalczyk" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Tom Broeski" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; Sent: Saturday, July 01, 2006 10:41 AM Subject: Re: [RCSE] XP 4.5 wing length

[RCSE] XP 4.5 wing length

2006-07-01 Thread Tom Broeski
I just finished building the XP- 4.5 and expected it to be less than 1.5 meters.  The wing is 59.525" long.  Isn't 59" the max on a HL?     Tom   Tom Broeski32 Mount View DrAfton, VA  22920540 943-3356fx 943-4178

[RCSE] [rcse] My first sailplane

2006-06-30 Thread Tom H. Nagel
2.1, when I want to thermal the boxy electric monoplane.        I still remember Hugh Roger's comment about the Sophisticated Lady:  "They ought to make T-tails illegal!"    Tom H. Nagel   Judicium ProcuratorRecuperatio    

Re: [RCSE] Borrow/Rent/Steal - maybe even purchase

2006-06-29 Thread Tom Broeski
Then there should be a lot of people willing to let Daryl fly theirs. : ) I should have two Mantis and one Makis with me. T - Original Message - From: "Phil Townsend" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Bill Swingle" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; Sent: Thursday, June 29, 2006 6:59 PM Subject: Re: [RCSE]

Re: [RCSE] 220 nimh battery source

2006-06-28 Thread Tom Broeski
He doesn't make them anymore.   - Original Message - From: Craig Greening To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, June 28, 2006 10:35 AM Subject: [RCSE] 220 nimh battery source Tom,   Steve at no BS batteries (www.hangtimes.com) has 370mAh 1/2AAA

[RCSE] 220 nimh battery source

2006-06-28 Thread Tom Broeski
Looking for a source for 1/2 AAA nimh HL battery packs Got last ones from Mike Richter at Dream Flight, but he's building a new shop and I don't see them on his site anymore. Tom Broeski 32 Mount View Dr Afton, VA 22920 540 943-3356 fx 943-4178 RCSE-List facilities provide

Re: [RCSE] **Wanted** Sharon Pro Nose Skeg

2006-06-27 Thread Tom Broeski
I'll do it for $449.99 and free shipping. : ) Next bid T - Original Message - From: "Flying High" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Michael Morjoseph" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; "exchange" Sent: Tuesday, June 27, 2006 12:47 AM Subject: Re: [RCSE] **Wanted** Sharon Pro Nose Skeg I'll be

Re: [RCSE] "MidSouth, Apparently a Catch 22 Theme Developing!"

2006-06-25 Thread Tom Broeski
Isn't it as long as you don't hit anything (except Gordy of course) all is fair?   T     - Original Message - From: Johnny Berlin To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ; [EMAIL PROTECTED] ; Soaring@airage.com Sent: Sunday, June 25, 2006 5:12 PM Subject: Re: [RCSE] "MidSouth, Apparen

Re: [RCSE] "MidSouth, Apparently a Catch 22 Theme Developing!"

2006-06-25 Thread Tom Broeski
Gordy, Didn't we hear that this is the "greatest" field in Louisville.  Now you're leaking some news about no-fly zones?  I've heard about this "timer and flyer" zero stuff.    The timer can "suggest" things to the pilot, but has no control over what the pilot does.  Does anyone know of an a

Re: [RCSE] Source of Ducks

2006-06-22 Thread Tom Broeski
Can't fly that one in 2 meter T - Original Message - From: "Johnny Berlin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Cal Posthuma" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; Sent: Thursday, June 22, 2006 1:06 PM Subject: Re: [RCSE] Source of Ducks I have a older 100 inch one I would be will to part with. 3021 balsa sheet

Re: [RCSE] Silicone

2006-06-22 Thread Tom Broeski
servo and use two part liquid foam. A little goes a long way. Great for holding control rods in the fuse also. You can get some at BP (Balsa Products) http://www.bphobbies.com/view.asp?id=V907984&pid=U221687 Tom - Original Message - From: "Robert Samuels" <[EMAIL

Re: [RCSE] Looking for a 2-M

2006-06-21 Thread Tom Broeski
That could open up a day for XC every year instead of every two. Tired eyes can see a big plane T - Original Message - From: "Jack Strother" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "S Meyer" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; "Louis J. Glaab" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Cc: Sent: Wednesday, June 21, 2006 4:51 PM Su

Re: [RCSE] ESL's alert!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2006-06-21 Thread Tom Broeski
if you can't get any from Memphis.   Tom - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: soaring@airage.com Sent: Tuesday, June 20, 2006 7:28 PM Subject: [RCSE] ESL's alert!! We need winch line! If you have any contact

Re: [RCSE] Landing Skegs

2006-06-19 Thread Tom Broeski
CST http://www.cstsales.com/ - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, June 19, 2006 10:44 AM Subject: Re: [RCSE] Landing Skegs In a message dated 6/19/2006 5:02:07 A.M. Central Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: You

Re: [RCSE] Wanted Landing Skegs for Sharon + Wing Bag

2006-06-19 Thread Tom Broeski
You can make a nice one like this: http://www.adesigner.com/brass/images/Supra/wildskeg.htm You can get some quilted fabric at the fabric store and make a nice wing bag. http://www.adesigner.com/brass/images/Supra/bags3.jpg Tom - Original Message - From: "Michael Morjoseph&quo

Re: [RCSE] Canopy Polish

2006-06-18 Thread Tom Broeski
I would not use Stahlfix on clear acrylic. Great for fiberglass, but way too abrasive for plexi. Get a good plexi polish or Plexus Plexiglass Polish. (put it in a search engine for places to buy it) Tom - Original Message - From: "Robert (Bob) P. Andris" <[EMAIL PR

Re: [RCSE] "Okay Canada, here's a challenge! MidSouth"

2006-06-15 Thread Tom Broeski
That $12.50 a night place behind the gas station isn't much better than camping. - Original Message - From: S Meyer To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: Soaring@airage.com ; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, June 15, 2006 9:09 AM Subject: Re: [RCSE] "Okay Canada, here

Re: [RCSE] XP 4 or XP 4.5

2006-06-12 Thread Tom Broeski
- Original Message - From: "Tom Broeski" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Need some opinions of the two. Anyone flying both. The XP4 wing has the AG455ct (thinner airfoil from the SuperGee11) root airfoil and is made by me. The XP4.5 has the thicker AG45 (thicker SuperGee1) r

[RCSE] XP 4 or XP 4.5

2006-06-12 Thread Tom Broeski
Need some opinions of the two.  Anyone flying both.   Tom  

Re: [RCSE] Someone from L.O.F.T.

2006-06-06 Thread Tom Kallevang
http://www.loftrc.org/steele/flier.html --- Jack Strother <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Sorry for the bandwidth, > Would the CD for the up comming OVSS Contest, or Denny Zeck, or Bob > Burson , Phil G. , Please ping me !; > or send me the LOFT Net link > > Thanks > > -- > Jack Strother > Gra

[RCSE] FS: X-21 (NIB) F3X plane

2006-06-04 Thread Tom Watson
New and still untouched X-21, in UHM Carbon. 126" span, MH32 foil, two-piece wing, X-tail. Ultra-stiff construction and six (6) ballast tubes. Yellow top with red wing points and yellow/red striped bottoms. Reduced to $1,200 shipped to ConUS. Funding other projects. Tom RCSE

[RCSE] A film for Cap'n Jack

2006-05-25 Thread Tom H. Nagel
Think of it as the Triplettes of Belleville doing seaplane's with a little bit of Pirates of the Caribbean thrown in.    Tom H. Nagel   Judicium ProcuratorRecuperatio    

[RCSE] FS: X-21 (NIB)

2006-05-07 Thread Tom Watson
New and still untouched X-21, in UHM Carbon. 126" span, MH32 foil, two-piece wing, X-tail. Ultra-stiff construction and six (6) ballast tubes. Yellow top with red striped bottoms and red points. Reduced to $1,250 shipped to ConUS. Funding another F3B project. Tom RCSE-List facil

Re: [RCSE] F3B

2006-05-05 Thread Tom Kallevang
You can start here: http://www.silentflight.org/F3B/F3B2005.html Tom Kallevang Wheeling, IL LSF President & Webmaster LSF #303 Level V #103 AMA L292 SOAR (Chicago) __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protec

RE: [RCSE] Soaring Nats Entries, and speeding things up a bit

2006-05-04 Thread Tom Kallevang
It's like playing the telephone game in an Alzheimers Ward ;-) --- Danny C Williams <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Well it's that time of year once again. > > NATS is in the air and the Flowers are blooming and the blooming > idiots and starting to flower..or something like that...

[RCSE] AMA Soaring Nats "Reminders"

2006-05-02 Thread Tom Kallevang
AMA/LSF Soaring Nats must be postmarked not later than June 1st to give the Matrix Magician time to work his magic. Tom Kallevang Wheeling, IL LSF President & Webmaster LSF #303 Level V #103 AMA L292 SOAR (Chicago) __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spa

[RCSE] Air Hogs at Toledo, and The First Thermal of the Year

2006-04-10 Thread Tom H. Nagel
ed to hook up with a series of nice thermals.  I have been sloping some, but this was my first flat field flying of the year, and it was fun to hook up to some nice thermals, even if it was with a flying shoe box.       I let the soccer kiddies fly the Air Hog.   Tom H. Nagel   Jud

Re: [RCSE] Mid-South website

2006-04-05 Thread Tom Kallevang
The donkey is wearing an "I Beat Gordy" button tk --- Ben Wilson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > I don't know what is funnier there - the donkey or Gordy flying RES! __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around

[RCSE] Full House Air Hog

2006-03-31 Thread Tom H. Nagel
some commemorative  key chain  BF Goodrich Radials from the Ford Explorer roll over recall campaign.       I am ready to attempt the first flight of this monster, weather permitting, tomorrow morning, which will be, of course ...   APRIL FOOL'S DAY.   Tom H. Nagel   Judicium ProcuratorRecuperatio    

[RCSE] For Sale: X-21 (cross-tail), NIB

2006-03-29 Thread Tom Watson
New and untouched X-21 cross-tail, in UHM Carbon. 126" span, MH32 foil, two-piece wing. Ultra-stiff construction and has six ballast tubes (yes, SIX!). Yellow top with Red striped bottoms and Red points. Reduced to $1,250 shipped to ConUS. Need to fund another F3B project. Tom RCSE

RE: [RCSE] Supra #42 problem

2006-03-27 Thread Tom Copp
That’s all holding your wings on   Guys, Zenith carbons in stock call NOW!   Tom Copp Composite Specialties www.f3x.com 949-645-7032   -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, March 27, 2006 2:51 PM To: soaring@airage.com

Re: [RCSE] Nats F3B

2006-03-21 Thread Tom Watson
Furio (X and V tail). Tom Michael Conte wrote: With F3B being flown at the Nats, what are some of the planes people will be using this year? RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please

Re: [RCSE] NIB JR DS368 servos SOLD!

2006-03-16 Thread Tom Watson
Servos are spoken for. Thanks for looking. Tom Tom Watson wrote: Four (4) DS368 digital servos, NIB. RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe m

[RCSE] FS: NIB JR DS368 servos

2006-03-16 Thread Tom Watson
Four (4) DS368 digital servos, NIB. $60 each, plus shipping. Tom 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

[RCSE] Soar Utah 2006 - from the source

2006-03-16 Thread Tom Hoopes
ing event that the whole family will enjoy. We hope to see you there! Tom Hoopes - [EMAIL PROTECTED] CD - Soar Utah 2006 Sep. 1 - Sep. 4, 2006 http://www.soarutah.org RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" reque

[RCSE] Paging Gordy!

2006-03-16 Thread Tom H. Nagel
Gordy:       I need your fax or snail mail address so I can send you the copies of the article.   Tom Nagel

[RCSE] Happy Thermal Holiday

2006-03-15 Thread Tom H. Nagel
n the shores of Hinckley Lake.       For the same reason, buzzards here in Columbus tend to circle over the White Castle restaurants and also the Ohio State House.   Tom H. NagelColumbus, OH

Re: [RCSE] Re: "NiCad" powered winch for DLGs, Anyone built one?

2006-03-15 Thread Tom H. Nagel
Hey Gordy,  just look in the ultimate soaring resource, RCSDigest.       I did an article on the Ronnie Winch in the January 2003 issue of RCSD.   Photos and everything.   Tom H. Nagel   - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Soaring@airage.com Sent: Tuesday

[RCSE] EDSF contests?

2006-03-05 Thread Tom Watson
Any EDSF members out there that can confirm a club TD contest Sat 3/11? I remember something about second Sat every month... Tom RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subsc

[RCSE] Dennis Adamisin

2006-03-04 Thread Tom Kallevang
Please ping me. tk __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Pl

RE: [RCSE] Epoxied servo techniques

2006-03-02 Thread Tom Copp
z glass or carbon to the wing skin to stiffen the servo area if it has not been already done for you before you epoxy in servos. Tom Copp Composite Specialties www.f3x.com 949-645-7032 -Original Message- From: Corey Groves [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, March 02, 2006 8:14 AM T

Re: [RCSE] Gluing Servos v.s. Servo Frames

2006-03-01 Thread Tom Watson
never again. Even though I've only had to replace one servo in 5 years, I'll put up with the <.15 oz added weight and use frames. Tom Daryl Perkins wrote: They pop right out if need be. RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "un

RE: [RCSE] NEW PIKE PERFECT

2006-03-01 Thread Tom Copp
A Samba Jane, You have to love the mini skirt and GoGo boots in the snow! Now when is my trip back to Czech? Oh yea! April baby!! Tom Copp Composite Specialties www.f3x.com 949-645-7032 http://www.skipmillermodels.com/pikeperfect.php RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane

RE: [RCSE] Gluing Servos v.s. Servo Frames

2006-03-01 Thread Tom Copp
servos and land with your flaps up and they will not need fixing! If at a contest you did need to fix one they go right back in the custom molded spooge pocket with a finger wipe of 5 minute or a squirt of thick CA. Usually no re-trimming needed. Tom Copp Composite Specialties www.f3x.com 949-645-7032

Re: [RCSE] Gluing Servos v.s. Servo Frames

2006-02-28 Thread Tom Watson
Use the frames that Craig Greening offers. Perfect servo fit and easy install. Makes servo removal/reinstall a 5-minute job. Tom Corey Groves wrote: Looking for opinions from people with more molded glider experience. Which is better? Gluing a servo directly to the wing using epoxy/balloon

[RCSE] FS: NIB X21 cross-tail

2006-02-22 Thread Tom Watson
New and untouched X21 cross-tail, in UHM Carbon. 126" span, MH32 foil, two-piece wing. Ultra-stiff construction and has six ballast tubes (yes, SIX!). Yellow top with Red striped bottoms and points. Reduced to $1,275 shipped to ConUS. Need to fund another F3B project. Tom RCSE

Re: [RCSE] The First Synthesized TX Module

2006-02-21 Thread Tom Kallevang
In fact, I still have a Dial-A-Crash, that has all 20khz spacing 72mhz channels, acquired around 1982-83. It has been recently tuned and is 1991 narrow band legal on all but channel 39. Coupled with a Kraft KP-7C MkIV tx, can make a nice tug radio. Tom Kallevang Wheeling, IL LSF President

[RCSE] Synthesized RF module vs multiple fixed modules?

2006-02-20 Thread Tom Watson
Any RF savants out there that can explain in scientific terms why a synthesized TX RF deck is either a good or bad idea? I'm not talking about the Frankenstein solutions - i.e. Brand X module jammed into Brand Y TX - but an approved synthesized module from the TX mfr. Tom RCSE

Re: [RCSE] Antenna Placement - Range Check Becker

2006-02-19 Thread Tom Broeski
Sorry I meant Becker antenna not Berg. What is an "adequate" range check if you don't have a meter? For most of my planes I get 100 to 150 ft with my Stylus antenna removed. I get way more with my stock antenna on but retracted. I haven't walked far enough to glitch with my Becker antenna jus

Re: [RCSE] Molded Supra Antenna Placement - bottom placement

2006-02-19 Thread Tom Broeski
, if I have my plane on my stand, I get way more range then when it is on the ground. Any advice? Tom - Original Message - From: "Simon Van Leeuwen" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Tom Broeski" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Cc: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; <[EMAIL PROT

Re: [RCSE] Volz Servos?

2006-02-19 Thread Tom Broeski
I will see if I have any.  I know I have a couple wingmaxx.   I have the new digitals for sale and have the micro maxx XP for flaps on Supras (or DS planes).   Tom - Original Message - From: Marta Zavala To: soaring@airage.com Sent: Saturday, February 18, 2006 7:45

[RCSE] FS: X-21 (NIB)

2006-02-17 Thread Tom Watson
New and untouched X-21 cross-tail, in UHM Carbon. 126" span, MH32 foil. Ultra-stiff construction and has six ballast tubes. Yellow/Red color scheme. $1,300 plus shipping. Funding another F3B project. Tom RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subs

Re: [RCSE] Molded Supra Antenna Placement - bottom placement

2006-02-17 Thread Tom Broeski
another one to test Skip's method. I will also try a "sticky antenna" from RC Direct and see what it does. Tom - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Cc: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; Sent: Friday, February 17, 2006 1:49 PM Su

Re: [RCSE] Olympics - off topic

2006-02-14 Thread Tom Kallevang
Here you go, man! http://www.thecurlingnews.com/ BTW, nice job this weekend. tk --- Daryl Perkins <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Ok... I've been watching a lot of the Olympics > lately... I think I'm gonna take up curling. Are there > like curling alleys? Do they serve beer there? Is > there a c

Re: [RCSE] (no subject)

2006-02-13 Thread Tom Broeski
send to soaring-request@airage.com - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: soaring@airage.com Sent: Monday, February 13, 2006 5:04 PM Subject: [RCSE] (no subject) subscribe soaring digestend

Re: [RCSE] "Results of Southwest Soaring" supra

2006-02-12 Thread Tom Broeski
Gordy, You should read about the various builds of the Supra started by Doug Barry here:   http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=429879   Internal pushrods work great. I think starting on page 7 or 8 or later   Tom - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To

[RCSE] Nats Entries and where to send them!

2006-02-09 Thread Tom Kallevang
FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR. Thanks for the bandwidth ... Tom Kallevang Wheeling, IL LSF President & Webmaster LSF #303 Level V #103 AMA L292 SOAR (Chicago) __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around

Re: [RCSE] Heading east on 58 to the SWC

2006-02-08 Thread Tom Broeski
Okay 58 starts somewhere like Norfolk VA going west. and gets messed up in Kentucky. Where at on 58? and from where? Then what route ya taking? I couldn't find a 58 E out west. T - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Cc: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Wednesday, February 0

Re: [RCSE] Supra #42 flies lead

2006-02-06 Thread Tom Broeski
Then I'd better get the lead out. Doc Drella... what do you think? T - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Tom Broeski" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Cc: Sent: Monday, February 06, 2006 8:04 AM Subject: Re: [RCSE] Supra #42 flies!! I&

Re: [RCSE] Supra #42 flies!!

2006-02-06 Thread Tom Broeski
Is the CG different in the carbon model? Where did it end up.  I'm at 92.5 mm   64 mm seems really forward.   Tom   - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: soaring@airage.com Cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, February 05, 2006

[RCSE] Happy Air Hog Day

2006-02-02 Thread Tom H. Nagel
at my feet.       Happy Air Hog Day everyone.   Tom H. Nagel   Judicium ProcuratorRecuperatio    

Re: [RCSE] Supras?

2006-01-31 Thread Tom Broeski
I did manage maiden flight on #20 last Saturday. A bit too windy to do much thermal trimming. Had the CG at 92 mm and can probably add a bit more nose weight. Got bounced around a bit. Launch is better than my Escapes, and very stable. It will take a few hours of flying, at the least, to get

Re: [RCSE] Re: Winch chutes. Mike L

2006-01-30 Thread Tom Broeski
Mike, You still selling your chutes?  I could use another one.   Tom   - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Soaring@airage.com Sent: Monday, January 30, 2006 1:24 PM Subject: [RCSE] Re: Winch chutes Who makes those chutes that use a mesh instead of

[RCSE] Good news and Bad news

2006-01-28 Thread Tom Nagel
ooked.       And nobody broke much of anything.       The bad news is that when I arrived, the surveyors were just finishing up.   The land owner has sold off some lots, and building will start in a few months.   I hope the new owners like RC sailplanes and will want to fly with us.   Tom H. NagelJudi

Re: [RCSE] Re: Wood Crafters / Builders etc.

2006-01-26 Thread Tom Broeski
There are plenty of people who fly both woodies and composites (built and bought). Without guys like Ray and Phil, there would be a very big void in world of RC. There are also some who build, some who design and some who do both. Selig, DP, JW, TK, MD etc. Are greatly responsible for what i

Re: [RCSE] Ray Hayes

2006-01-24 Thread Tom Broeski
blacklist.sequoia.ops.asp.att.net and several other spam blocking lists are out of wack and bouncing all kinds of email from most major providers and companies like bmi, gte, ntelos, etc. T - Original Message - From: "Ray Hayes" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Harley Michaelis" <[EMAIL PROTE

Re: [RCSE] assisted soaring,timer,etc

2006-01-24 Thread Tom Broeski
I have noticed that the timer makes a big difference. Put a good pilot with a novice timer (who likes to help) and it can make a negative difference. Ever had to argue with a timer who tries to tell you "how to fly" instead of reading the conditions? Ever do what the timer said and find it was

Re: [RCSE] assisted soaring,etc

2006-01-24 Thread Tom Broeski
Why is it that it doesn't seem to make that much (or any) difference if you have a pic or not in serious contests.  Tom Keisling, Josh Glabb, DP, JW etc. seem to win no matter what.  It actually takes some skill to use a pic right.  I found that I tend to fly around waiting to hear

Re: [RCSE] assisted soaring,etc

2006-01-23 Thread Tom Kallevang
This is Gordy's best post yet, on ANY subject! tk --- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > > __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News.

Re: [RCSE] RE: casting lead

2006-01-23 Thread Tom Broeski
You can just use pliers and a torch to melt the lead. Take a block of wood and press it in some wet sand for your mold. T - Original Message - From: "Walter Carter" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Soaring" Sent: Monday, January 23, 2006 9:21 AM Subject: [RCSE] RE: casting lead Lead can b

Re: [RCSE] Sailplane Sensor Systems

2006-01-23 Thread Tom Broeski
But are the guys just moving to electric stuff? T - Original Message - From: "John" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Blaine Beron-Rawdon" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Cc: "RCSE" Sent: Monday, January 23, 2006 11:56 AM Subject: RE: [RCSE] Sailplane Sensor Systems "People who don't like those rules

Re: [RCSE] casting lead

2006-01-23 Thread Tom Broeski
I just fill small poly bags will shot. You can put them almost anywhere and they conform to the different shaped spaces well. Just tape in or stuff in some foam to hold in place. Easy to add or subtact shot. T - Original Message - From: "JIM EALY" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Robert

Re: [RCSE] Loss of Eagle Butte

2006-01-22 Thread Tom Broeski
I was told All AMA insurance is supplemental (to each individual's personal insurance).  Most of the guys flying sailplanes out here don't have their field listed with the AMA, since they say it doesn't mean anything.   This is one instance where it might make a difference to have the AMA in

Re: [RCSE] For Sale: Sportube - Best sailplane airline case!

2006-01-21 Thread Tom Broeski
Fedex ground from VA to CA for an empty sport tube is $11 With 24 lbs weight is $18 T - Original Message - From: "James V. Bacus" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Saturday, January 21, 2006 2:39 AM Subject: [RCSE] For Sale: Sportube - Best sailplane airline case! I am posting this for

[RCSE] Picalario Pixilation

2006-01-20 Thread Tom H. Nagel
Guys,       I wonder if the common belief that pilots can't listen to an altimeter and fly RC at the same time is related to the pretty well proven fact that driving and talking on a cell phone is an accident waiting to happen.       Hang up and fly.   Tom H. Nagel   Jud

Re: [RCSE] Molded Supra #34

2006-01-20 Thread Tom Broeski
?? You will take pictures of your assembly T - Original Message - From: "James V. Bacus" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Soaring Digest" Sent: Thursday, January 19, 2006 11:05 PM Subject: Re: [RCSE] Molded Supra #34 RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscri

Re: [RCSE] Pico Gyro

2006-01-18 Thread Tom Broeski
I have a Pico Gyro for sale. Slightly used in DLG. $50 delivered CONUS Tom Here's some info: http://www.heli-world.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=H&Product_Code=CN2022 - Original Message ----- From: "Tom Watson" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wh

[RCSE] Gyro question

2006-01-17 Thread Tom Watson
ngs that I might be better off without after launching. Tom 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 MIM

[RCSE] LSF Website Updates

2006-01-16 Thread Tom Kallevang
http://www.silentflight.org/NATS2006/Donor2006.html Tom Kallevang Wheeling, IL LSF President & Webmaster LSF #303 Level V #103 AMA L292 SOAR (Chicago) __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.

Re: [RCSE] Please help save 60 Acres South

2006-01-11 Thread Tom Broeski
Good Luck !   If they are anything like some of our county officials, they could care less about anything but the money.    "The sale of this land to the LWYSA violates the terms of Forward Thrust and State law.  It is a slap in the face to the voters who, in good faith, voted that their t

Re: [RCSE] Aerotowing

2006-01-11 Thread Tom Broeski
I find that Aerotow is easier than other types of launching. Sailplane pilot keeps the wings level and the tow pilot does the rest. Heck, Johnny Berlin took my plane straight up while he was doing rolls. My job was to let him know when I was going to release. One thing I noticed is that tow

RE: [RCSE] RE: Best airline sailplane case

2006-01-11 Thread Tom Copp
orror stories! Tom Copp Composite Specialties www.f3x.com 949-645-7032 -Original Message- From: glide [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, January 10, 2006 8:26 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; soaring@airage.com Subject: RE: [RCSE] RE: Best airline sailplane case My understanding is that FedEx

Re: [RCSE] XC at Nats

2006-01-11 Thread Tom Broeski
on the tow-pilots.  Wish there was some way to do this every year instead of two.   Tom - Original Message - From: Sheldon-YNT uDesign To: 'Tom Broeski' ; Soaring@airage.com Sent: Wednesday, January 11, 2006 7:26 AM Subject: RE: [RCSE] XC at Nats Actually

Re: [RCSE] XC at Nats clarified

2006-01-11 Thread Tom Broeski
Mark, Thanks for the info and clarification. If Johnny or someone is willing, can we get towed up after the contests both days? Tom - Original Message - From: "Marc Gellart" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Tom Broeski" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; Sent: Wednesday,

[RCSE] XC at Nats

2006-01-11 Thread Tom Broeski
there was still the option of doing both.   I have a vehicle this year, but need a driver and observer.  I'm sure my last year's team will be doing scale aero-tow, and I need my 10K for LSF and Canadian.  Anyone able to help out?  I have two winches available if anyone needs me to bring a spare.   Tom

Re: [RCSE] Shipping US - WAS: Vender Disappointment

2006-01-09 Thread Tom Broeski
I've had very good luck with FedEx Ground cost me $17.98 to ship a 20 lb scale plane in a large box from VA to CA. T - Original Message - From: "JMiller" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Anker Berg-Sonne" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Cc: "RC Soaring Exchange" Sent: Monday, January 09, 2006 5:12 PM Su

Re: [RCSE] Vender Disappointment - Rant Follows

2006-01-08 Thread Tom Broeski
Phil, What name was on the pen and how was it written? You might be able to narrow it down. I know of no small vendors (only some magazines) that sell names. It is usually a big no no and not worth the risk. I get pens like that just because I have a mailing address, and not because a vendo

[RCSE] Many new R/C Soaring shirts added - LINK

2006-01-08 Thread Tom Rent
Get ready for 2006. PREVIEW HERE: http://users.goldengate.net/~tmrent/soar/soaringgoods.htm Here is what a recent customer wrote: dhable of Oshkosh Wisconsin: "I just received a shirt I ordered from above, and I love it!. In addition to the stock shirt offerings, the abo

[RCSE] Almost Sailplane Related

2006-01-08 Thread Tom Nagel
hing to do with sailplanes, but the uncontrolled flight part sounded familiar to me.  Worth a read.   Tom H. NagelJudicatum Procurator Recuperatio

[RCSE] Soaring at the Blimp Dome

2006-01-08 Thread Tom Nagel
    This is a report on the bi-weekly indoor flying events in Columbus, Ohio.  We fly 9 to 12 pm in an inflated golf dome on the east side of town every other Saturdaynight.       And yes, this story is soaring related.       First of all, indoor flying is a helpful treatment for those of u

RE: [RCSE] What is your favorite tool for building?

2006-01-07 Thread Tom Moore
Davis which dull far faster. But I use both, side by side. the Davis is the backup. Plus it has angles, which I can't get with the STanley - designed for straight and flat.The Davis is more universal and less expensive. Both are great. Stanley first , Davis second. Its hard to do withou

[RCSE] What is your favorite tool for building?

2006-01-07 Thread Tom Moore
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[RCSE] Hoopes?

2006-01-05 Thread Tom Watson
Anyone heard from Tom Hoopes lately? Is he on an extended work walkabout? Tom 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 t

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