Model Forum / Radio Controlled / Air Models / May 2004

I have a futaba 35 mcs 8 channel receiver  type FP-R118F which has lost part
of its aeriel
can anyone advise on length /
thanks

There's been a lot of interest in in renewing frequency boards lately, and
I've compiled a set of frequency numbers for them.  As a service to our
clubs, I'm pleased to offer this set of vinyl numbers covering the 50 and 72
MHz bands (Chls. 00 - 60) for only $5.00 postpaid.  27 MHz ...

This charger, probably the best on the market, is for sale on eBay, at the
following address:
http://cgi.ebay.fr/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=56390&item=3192140151
Starting price is only 1 euro, for a charger that has only been used

Being new to RC, I was wondering if there are some auction sites dedicated to
RC planes and accesories.
Thanks in advance.
Joe A.

Anyone know a good reference for muffler design for gas model engines? Need
an in cowl muffler for an RCS 140.

I have just acquired a 2nd hand, excellent condition, electric "old timer"
style aircraft from a very experienced flyer. The aircraft came without a
receiver and I'm told my current TX/RX are fine (Hitec Flash 5X and Super
Slim 7 channel RX).

I am building a boost glider (Aerotech Phoenix) and one of the options
you can add to it is spoilerons.
My two radios are not computerized, but I build microcontroller
circuits for fun (I have no life.....<sigh>) and have found a very

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Does anybody know where I can find some online resource, explaining how to
connect a FF6 via USB to use with a simulator. I know there are easier ways,
but I enjoy the learning process.
TIA

I'm well into contstruction of a Sig Kougar, to the point of cutting the
aileron servo into the wing.  My radio is a Futaba 7C, which is capable
of flaperon mixing.  Before I start cutting, how much benefit would
flaperons offer over simple ailerons on a Kougar?

I have recently just bought my first Comp Radio (Futaba FF6) and was think
of using airbrakes on my 3 channel middle phase. Now I know I need to
install 2 servo's on the wing, but i) I don't really have a clue what
airbrakes do (are they like flaps but in the other direction) and ...

Ever get that feeling when things worked out? That special feeling
that your airplane is about  to  be covered?
Well, this little plane is my very first electric scratch built. I
have built them big and have built them heavy, but this one is very

Hi all..
I'm new to RC and am training at the moment so be gently with me!!
My TT GP42 engine is developing a rather dirty brown  gunge on the
engine.  Is this the castor oil from the fuel causing this.  It seems

I have recently bought a 72" span Rudderbug ( by Walt Good ?) and need some
idea of CG location.
Anyone with a plan - can you please advise
thanks

Since the loss of my Limbo Dancer, I'm looking for a new Fun Fly model.  I
don't fly to any competition standards, so just want one for fun.  Here are
my ideal requirements:
*  to suit my Leo 37 and Weston Throttle Pipe