Model Forum / Radio Controlled / Air Models / November 2005

I finally settled on a Hobbico NextStar 68" ARF kit. However, I want to
convert it to electric. I need help choosing a motor, speed controller,
prop, etc... Does anyone have any suggestions on what I need for this model?
I would rather buy a package than individual components, ...

I have to replace the needle valve assembly on my ST 75 (I don't have the
old one). The spray bar is sort of rectangular with the orifice on one of
the sides. What direction should the spray bar orifice be facing? Down? Or
someway else?

Check this and tell me what you think.
I am fielding my club with those to 3D wannabe flyers, experts and
AEROBATIC RACERS!
Indoor and Outdoor! Nearly unbreakable!

ive heard some different ways to tune a stroke for max performance
without running lean.  ive been told to look for a vapor trail, look at
exhaust residue, sound, pinch fuel lines, etc.  what are some methods
have worked for various folks?

It was inevitable but I crashed too hard and broke one of the foam
circles encompassing a rotor.  What is the best repair method?  The
logical method is glue but what kind would work best?
Thanks.

Now my wife isn't listening... I can talk about my ne TX.
Question... How do I reverse the swashplate moving up or down?
I mean... it is easy to reverse 1 channel, but what about 3 and not 1 more
if you see what I mean...

Anyone got any experience of the newer ones these days?  Reliable? powerful?
I'm after a power house for an aerobat to replace the Moki 210 which
currently flies it and which I do not like.
For sale...moki 210.

I used to have a web page or two about these SPAD models, but lost it.
I have a buddy who wants to build a couple of these from For Sale
signs and such that plastic sheet is used on.  My presonal preference
is balsa convential construction...but he asked me and I couldn't find

I'm very new to this field and just need a starting point and would
appreciate any help.
I am working on a project that requires a small computer that I can
feed sensor inputs and it gives output based on those sensor inputs so

please explain converting metod for #64 rubber band in metric.
this is oval measurement or normal circle dia.
thanks
realdo

Sorry, should have changed the subject of earlier post.
If Chuck Jones had any C*R*E*D*I*B*I*L*I*T*Y on this forum one might be
worried over his condemnations of people on this group!
The "dumb/dip sh.t" manages to do a semi-monthly column for a model

As header our club wants to bring in a rule that bans flyers from flying if
they are the only person at the field a few questions
1, does your club operate a ban and if so does it work
2, can it be enforced as the solo flyer is not going to report himself

Can someone direct me to a good site that has a list of the basic
manuvers for RC aircraft and a description of what they are.  I hear
the names all the time but I really don't have an idea what they look
like.  One of the RC mags features 1 manuver a month and they have a

Does anyone know if the Slec handi clamps are still available for
purchase.?
They are probably the most used items in my toolkit, but mine are
beginning to show signs of  age.

I have a Super Tiger .45 that I want to use with a relatively slow
flying plane.    I have about a year's experience of flying, but I'm
just into speed.    I like leisurely flying.   Any suggestions?