Model Forum / Radio Controlled / Air Models / June 2004

Sorry for posting a bit off topic!
I saw some members using VA. My VA 5.51 shows an annoying bug, which I
am unable to cure: - connecting to the net MESSAGE RULES at some  
addresses automatically creates a new entry reading

I've seen a lot of stuff for sale on here lately thru Ebay.....That's
good but why not allow people to sale stuff on here directly.I guess the
charter states this rule but I don't understand why the rule is there.
Stuff for sale always gets my attention so why not allow people to ...

NIB Sig Kougar.. $75.00 shipped in the lower 48.. insurance is extra at $2.60.
Email me direct at skylane42@aol.com
Recommended Engines:
.40-.50 cu. in. 2-Stroke

Afternoon all.
Been off the field for about 10 years now, and decided to dust off some of
my models and gear and give the whole thing a go again.
My long departure from the hobby (university, marriage, work etc.) has left

This might seem a silly question but as a relative newcomer to glow
engines - having been a glider guider for a couple of years, I've aquired an
Irvine 40 size engine for a trainer I'm building.
My question is which type of glowplug should I use for it. I'm not sure how

I have a Wot4 that was built as a trainer with dihedral in the wings.
Looking for a flat symmetrical wing (v3 I believe) to progress with.
If you have one or know of a good source can you let me know (please
don't say Chris Foss, although he makes excellent planes, he doesn't

Just got one of these 2nd hand but never used. I'm trying to sort out
the failsafe settings but I don't seem to be able to change it from
50% on any channel?
Anyone know how to do it? I've followed the instructions but nothing

I have been unable to view Flairs website for a few days now. Is anybody
else having trouble or is just me!
http://www.flairproducts.co.uk/
Stew

for a .40 size plane. Futaba retract servo. Flown about 5 times.
Ottawa: 613.563.4444

There are $300 worth of props (Tower prices), fuel tanks and a large Great
Planes engine mount for sale. They all go together for one price, whatever
that turns out to be.
The listing is #5905357749.

Currently fly a Twinstar, and Nebular and am looking to progress.  My
Twinstar has been (is) a brilliant plane, but even with 480 engines
in, it is very slow with loops and rolls (and the wings folded when I
tried a bunt).  I'm after suggestions for a good next plane to advance

All,
Has anyone translated the German instructions for the above model into
English.  If so can you email them to me
Many Thanks

Folks,
    I have a whole bunch of plans, balsa, ply, and some misc.
hardware that I need to get out of the basement.  Wood is mostly Balsa
USA, with some Superior and Lonestar.  There is at least $150 worth of

Hi all..
Is there a way of determining what size of model can be build based on
the type of engine(s) you have.
For instance, I have two GP42 engines sitting idle that I would like

Does anyone know of a shop that can help me with my heli engine within
easy reach of Crawley or Horsham?  I need to get a piston lock and
something to get the *&&£$£%@# crank/drive shaft bolt off......
Tks