Model Forum / Radio Controlled / Air Models / September 2003

Low oils, low mess, and recommended by Dave Fisher.
Who else uses it...aprt from him and me that is?
David

Some people have told me to put a 2 stroke in the sig kadet senior and
some say to get a 4 stroke. can some please tell me the difference
between the 2 motors and the pros and cons to each. thanks

is there any other websites that offer plans for fan fold or depron type of
planes I've been to foamyfactory.com and those planes look interesting anybody
where I else I can look
TIA Greg

I'm considering buildling my first RC plane.  I've built static models
before, and I fly a 3 channel Aerobird which I feel I've maxxed out on its
abilities...I've even drilled extra holes on the elevon horns to get closer
to the surface for maximum throw.  Now I want to build a ...

Well we all know how robust the Zagi is but .........
Just caught the news on the kids TV showing the hurricane, Isobel, in the
States first shot shows somebody trying to launch a blue Zagi in to the
wind!!!

Because of the weather I required some retail therapy and bought the winter
project a few months early. Anyone any experience of this large box of
balsa?

What are some more sites like these two?

Thanks for the great tasting pie.  Dad

Was looking at the exploded schematic for my OS .40 engine last night.
And noticed the piston doesn't have a piston ring.  Am I missing
something?  How do you get any compression without a piston ring.
signed

I have just got a GWS 6n receiver. Does it take a normal size crystal - I
have JR transmitter and receiver crystals on 78. Tranny can be either ppm or
pcm - I guess I need to use PPM if crystals are compatible? Also does ne1
know if this receiver is full range ? TYIA :)

Many Transmitters have a diode between the charging jack and the battery
connection. I assume this is basically to prevent damage in the event of
reverse connection of the charger.
Battery cyclers cannot discharge with the diode present, and some won't

Who makes a Pitts style muffler for the Tower .75?
Dan  Thompson  (AMA 32873,  EAA 60974, WB4GUK, GROL)
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Im just covering my flair magnatilla with solartex.
I need to apply fuel proofing next. Is there anything I can buy from a diy
place for doing this that will also give a nice finish without
yellowing/cracking etc.

Has anyone tried to use Exhaust Gas Temperature to lean their engine?
If so where can I get a good EGT probe to use with a Saito 50?
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Chris W

So my Slow Stick came out a bit tail heavy. Had to move the servos, battery
pack and receiver as forward as it was possible to locate them under the
wing, still it was a bit too tail heavy. Guess I shouldn´t have secured the
control horn retaining clips with a few drops of epoxy, ...