Model Forum / Radio Controlled / Air Models / September 2005

I just completed a Sig Rascal and did not sand the leading edge of the wing.
It is not rounded and somewhat flat. Now that the plane is covered, should I
remove the covering and
sand the wing round or can I still fly?

Since sending my original post to Denis, I have just received an ad from
Traplet that features CDs with detailed walkarounds of specific aircraft,
including the Sea Fury. They refer you to www.traplet.com. Look for CD Disc
9, ref FF09. Price was listed in USD at $9.99.

Always fancied one of these and would put a 52ish 4-stroke in it if I were
to get one.
Can anyone tell me what type the wing section is? - I assume flat bottomed.
Assuming it is flat bottomed how much does it impact it's flying

The transmitter I am using is a computer Futaba FF7 -T7UPS, which I have
used for a number of years, purely for fixed wing aircraft.
I am now considering trying TREX helicopter, with CCPM. Now whilst at the
moment I don't know what CCPM is exactly, I am told it is desirable.

Hello all, I am one of the ancient people myself, but have been away
from the hobby for a number of years.
What I would like to know if anyone out there remembers any of the
Phil Kraft plans.  I am particular interested in the Air Camper.  If

4CH Electric RC Helicopter for $83
Demo Flying Video:
http://www.linknety.com/modevideos/demo/zoom.php?id=1
Condition: 100% Brand New

Got a West V51 (ex magnum) engine which needed a new carb after an
argument with the ground! Carb arrived and fitted but although I can
get high end running fine, I am having problems with tickover. Looks
like this one has 2 settings? The needle valve and also a screw in the

Hi there, I've dug a very old RC helicopter out of my parent's loft, it has
never been used and I've nearly finished building it. I've got all
instructions and engine details, except how to start the thing. It seems to
be a belt start, but how exactly do I do this? how do I get ...

Got my control line jobby flying today ayt last.  Flew a whole tank through
and ended up so giddy I was glad when it coughed and died!!  Maybe 25 foot
lines are a tad short??!!?  Anyway, that was an UP...I was cock-a-hoop!
The I flew the rascally mini kite that flicks for a living ...

OK, I have a spare OS 46AX after pranging my Wildcard.  (it didn't fly very
fast anyway)
Can anyone recommend a good, fast, manoeverable plane for it?
TIA

Is it a good idea to let the batteries of the RX and TX run down
completely now and again before charging?

I'm trying to get in touch with a company as follows:
Seen at the control line cabbage patch in peterborough.
Sells engines.
Had a small tented stand with a lot of engines, including the magnificent

One of the flyers came out  with a Polks Tracker 3 radio and showed
it off to us. Worked well, had some nice features, short on
specifics.Haven't seen the flyer since. Any one had any dealings with
Polks hobby or this brand of radio?

i know it may be a bit soon to bring up this up, but how do i put value
on about twenty planes w/radio, about 10 giant kits in
box,boats,cars...etc.what is the value of a giant dynaflite cub fabric
& dope covered w/ryobi 4-stroke, our super areomaster fabric covered

A friend of mine helped to paint a fibergalss cowling  for another
friend. After leaving it in the sun for hours and three days later, he
took the cowling to his friend. The plastic bag used to "protect" the
cowling stuck onto the paint. I can push my thumb print onto the paint.