Model Forum / Radio Controlled / Air Models / November 2003

Dear Hobby Friends:
I'm thrilled to have received permission today to announce my recent
project with Traplet Publications.....an in-depth 9C users guide which
focuses on BOTH the heli and the ACRO pilot (sorry Glider guys, I just

My lesson learned for others not to follow: I changed out my tires from the
crappy foam type you get in the box to some rubber 3 1/4" tires. The plane
was never very nose heavy.  The wheels were enough to shift the cg aft and
make the plane unflyable. Unfortunately I didn't realize ...

If anybody has nothing else to do and wants to see what we are doing in
south GA go check out my webpage.  http://bellsouthpwp.net/r/o/rokman
be sure to check out the Zagi site there.

I have this arf model not put together yet, but was wondering what the snap
rate is like.
My question is what is the experience with other modelers with this Extra
300s.  The CG for this plane is 4 inches back from the leading edge.  My

Looking for a product review of the subject plane... Anyone out there own
one? what size engine is recommended? Thanks

I'm selling everything so please contact me or visit my Web site if you want
a list.
I have engines from .010 to 1.08.
Losts of hardware (clevises and stuff) good for winter projects. (Still in

I recently got a superb deal on eBay for an X-378 - of course, it came
without a manual. . .
I am upgrading from an X-652 and, on the 4 channel planes, things have gone
smoothly.  On my 6 channel Spitfire, things are a little more problematic.

Since I rattle your cage now and again, this Oz type thought Congratulations
were the order of the day for the magnificent showing your jokers made at
the Sydney Olympic stadium last night. I hope you were all patriotic for
just one time, seeing those mountain like creatures nearly ...

I have a plan for a Cessna push pull twin  for a single 25 to 40 ic engine,
what would be the sort of twin electric motors I would need for this its a
51inch span or is there a electric kit out there ??
Kevin

New to the group, and fairly new to RC flying.  I've built two kits over the
last three years or so.  Has anyone used Pica kits?  I'm looking at their
1/6 Waco.  Any input?
Thank you

I bought my first airplane :)
Its a hobbico Superstar select 40.
I will be buying another plane (more like a build it yourself one) during
the winter, but I think this one will do for starters.

How long, on average, does a .40 O.S. LA engine, or any model airplane engine
last before a rebuild or to buy another one?
Thanks,
Jeff

Please refer to the Jan. '04 issue of AMA's "Model Aviation", page 108.
Is AMA sending a clue on how to circumnavigate the new Safety Code rule "....
nor should any part of the model other than the landing gear intentionally
touch the ground, except while landing."?? (;-))<

I've been following the Right Thrust thread for a while, and I wonder why my
Tower Kaos (the kit, not the ARF), has a significant amount of both right
and down thrust.  I've noticed the plane tracks beautifully in inside loops,
but outside loops, unless corrected, turn into ...