Model Forum / Radio Controlled / Helicopters / October 2003

need a spacer for my Zimmerman pipe on a raptor v2 39
any ideas how stocks them ?
Barry

What do you all think of the Caliber 30? I'm a total newbie with a gallon of
fuel through it and I really like it. I'd like to hear pros and cons so that
when I get to the point of getting another helo I'll know more as to what to
look for.

hi just got a Zimmerman exhaust for my raptor v2 30!
got it off ebay
fitted to the raptor no problem but i noticed that exhaust is very close the
reinforcing ribs on the side frames any one had any experience  with this

Well it`s time to try out a flybarless head
I`m going to get Varios Elastomer 2-blade (702/40) and (407) blades
for my Sky-Fox  Longranger
Anyone flying with this head and what do you think of it

In the current issue of MHW, there is a picture which shows a TX with what
appears to be a modified right stick (I assume the cyclic). It looks a bit
like an inverted top hat. Is this meant to give better control of the cyclic
stick, or is it for something else entirely? Does anyone ...

The Deakin book, Basic Aerobatics says "dont do it" because the chances of
damage during learning far outweigh the chances of a real failure.
But my gut instinct says "do it", and frankly evberytime I fly I do wory
that cometh the day, I am stuffed!  I did start to learn autos, and ...

I had cause to be in Newton Abbott today so thought I'dpop into Bekra RC, a
shop that has always given me excellent mailk order service.
WOW! As all the best ebay ads say!  I was very impressed with the place, but
even more so when I introduced myself as a mail order customer and ...

A simple question......What make a good receiver stand out over a bad one?
and in the JR range which one is the best for the money.
Regards
Paul H

What are the best servos for the Vigor 8700G on tail, but what about the
rest, What servos are out there that are digital and have enough torque for
710 Blades
Regards

as a newbie/novice is wont to do, i'll over elaborate i'm sure. i appreciate
your indulgence ;^)
i'm trying to create a micro gyro w/ the following characteristics and need
help finding resources:

I have contacted a local agricultural college for permission to fly my rc
heli in one of their fields, but they have told me that first i have to
create a "risk assesment" for them.
Has anyone got anything similar they could e-mail to me please?

I have an irvine 36.  It was dusk and cold and the engine wouldn't cut at
lowest throttle.  Is this common?  How can i make my throttle cut switch
work?
Oliver

I bought a brand new Futaba 9C Transmitter (replacing my trusty 10 year
old JR PCM 10), in june this year, from Walter (rotor.com.sg).
My Trusty Raptor V2 died 2003-08-28 beacuse of 9C radio problems.
I bought a new Sceadu 50, and started setting it up on the 9C.

What graphic's card are most people using to get CSM simulator to work
better?
Clifford

Collective pitch
With LOADS of spares.
Requires re-assembly
3 day auction