Model Forum / Radio Controlled / Air Models / July 2004

I flew my Fly'n King with a banner last week. Boy, did it work great.
The tow point recommended by Bruce Tharp was perfect, right behind the
trailing edge of the wing, centered on the fuselage. I made the banner
according to the design on Allen Tong's website, worked the first

Today's been a great days flying with some nice warm sunhine breaking
through on our flying field. I'm looking for the recomended C o G  on the
Magnum R bought one second hand and positioned 25% but it is unresponsive to
elevator especially at dead stick and won't high alpha on ...

Hoi,
Zijn hier ook Belgische of Nederlandse RC-vliegfanaten die een
West-Vlaamse belg wat kunnen helpen in zijn overstap van electro
speelgoed  naar een goed Glow trainertoestel ?

My plane flipped over and the prop hit the ground staying a few
seconds locked with 1/2 throttle. When I finally releases the prop,
noticed the speed control had burnt out! Shouldnt the speed contls
come with any sort of protection to avoid?

I *may* have settled on a radio.  Remember, I'm a new with a focus on
electrics and gliders.  Anybody got some thoughts on this?  Thanks!  Ed
Hitec Flash 5X
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     I just purchased the August/September issue of Backyard Flyer and on page
39 there is an advertisement for two ready to fly aircraft the Predator 280
"new" and the T-Hawk 380.  
     I was wondering if anyone out there has had any experience with either

I'm just finishing up assembly of an Ultra Stick 60.  I'm using an OS
61FX and(Probably temporary) and seem to be way nose heavy.  I located
the battery just forward of the vertical fin but find I need more
weight.  The instruction book says to locate the engine thrust washer

A pal has just obtained a near mint OS60RF engine, the pumped one. Trouble is
it has no manifold or muffler. He's just looking for the manifold this time
as he plans on using a pitts style muffler with a flexible joint from the
manifold.

Is the day me car gets fixed ....wots happnin other wise

Clubs can have non members sign a waiver and charge a reasonable fee
to fly for that day ....no AMA card required, of course they must be
checked out first by the clubs officers/instructors to see if they
meet the saftey requirements and can fly. If they need training, they

We're looking for experts in the RC field for upcoming video projects.  We
are in the process of creating a new series of "How to" DVD's for all
model enthusiasts.  Please send me an email if myou are interested.
aviationtv@yahoo.com

Anybody know where I can find plans for a Gas Long EZ?

Does anyone know of someone that sells parts for older airplane engines.
Parts like heads, crankcases etc? I remember someone sold parts and I got
them through this news group.
Thanks in advance

I am looking for a  280cc (17ci) aprox  engine  for a Ultimate 1/2 scale.I
have  to speak of the Herbranson, but do not find information .
Somebody knows where to find it,  some link or another manufacturer ?
Thanks

There have been several (extended) threads recently that have degenerated into
postings we older RC'ers might attribute to teenagers exercising their right of
free speech soley to irritate/shock their seniors.   Copious name-calling,
unwarranted personnal attacks and, drival that ...