Model Forum / Radio Controlled / Air Models / July 2009

You might like these videos where flyers strap iPhones to their planes
with interesting results
David
http://www.engadget.com/2009/07/16/video-iphone-3gs-can-tether-to-an-rc-p

I want to set up throttle/rudder differential coupling on an electric
seaplane, and found the instructions for my intended radio (Futaba 8UA-
F) in Don Edberg's book, but the instructions are for an I-C version.
I'm unsure as to which ESC wire (s) I need to disconnect (cheapo

So, here I am, working hard on some difficult algorithm development for a
customer, and when my poor overworked brain is absolutely flattened from
thinking, I go work on models.
Except the model is this @#$% Top-Fright Nobler!  Which is of a type that

Can someone tell me the proper amount (if there is a proper amount) or
recommended mix of castor oil to add to one gallon of Cool Power fuel. It is
15% nitro and 18%  synthetic lubricant. Will the addition make the fuel too
oily? Smoke heavy?

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I purchased a Supermarine Spitfire Junior Series (.40-.45 engine) about
fifteen years ago.  I was young, did not research anything about R/C, and
the hobby store employee must have just been looking for a quick sale (as
this plane is definitely not a beginner model!)  I, of course, ...

I _assume_ that "the" thing to get to bend music wire is a Biso Bender
from Harry Higley & Sons -- true, or is there some other hot ticket out
there?
Will a Biso Bender make coil springs ala front LG struts on trike gear

The empty weight of my converted 5 x 10 utility trailer is around 1300 lb.
and I want a slightly larger trailer since I can only carry about 5 giant
scale birds.  I will post pictures of it when I am ready to sell it but
before that I need to build a new one out of aluminum.  I ...

I have an OS FT-300 flat twin (used) that could easily pass for a new engine
that I wish to sell or trade. The normal used price for this engine in this
condition is $700. I'm willing to sell for $600 via money orders, or $630
via PayPal. I'll try to get some pictures made of the ...

I have one NIB. It is such a good looking rascal that I have hesitated to
fly it. However, I have reached a point where it is either fly it, or sell
it.
Anyone have experience with one of these models?

Is a spinner really required for electric park flyers?  I keep losing
mine.. Just wondering what will happen if I try to fly without one.
Thanks,
Dan

Does anyone have any reports on this engine? It's the unpumped one and
with the big discount Tower is offering it appears good value for me
in Australia even with the postage. What I'm worried about is whether
the unpumped version is trouble free.

Someone was complaining about the group going to the dogs, so even if it
isn't much I thought I'd mention the fact that it was a very nice day for
flying here at the intersection of Oregon City and Estacada, with almost
no wind at our usually turbulent flying field, and high ...

Hi there. I found an article with tips about buying a RC RTF plane:
http://www.rcrtf.com/rc-rtf/rc-rtf