Model Forum / Radio Controlled / Helicopters / December 2003

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I need to increase the amount of thrust I am getting from my
propeller.  I am limited in the fact that I do not want to change my
propeller or gear ratio.  So to my best knowledge, I have the
following options:

Sorry Guy's - I know this is off topic, but having participated in this
group for a fair amount of time, I'm sure that you guy's are the best
suited to offer advice on this off topic query.
I have a car (Elan M100 - not remote controlled) that stays in storage for

Does anyony have a formula to convert servo Kg/cm torque to oz/in
TIA  Arn

Anyone know if that $50 Sky Pioneer helicopter is a joke?

I have seen the details in U.K. Heli mags regarding fitting an Optical
sensor to the Futaba GV-1. I intend fitting an optical sensor I have
obtained to a Graupner Heim Uni Star 90, by fitting it to the cooling
shroud. What I would like to know if any of you guys are able is, can I

I am a lapsed fixed winger and am looking to try out on helis.  Now this may
be a daft question, but do I need to buy a new heli radio? I have several
sets of 4/5 channel stuff and loads of servos etc.

THIS is what you really, really want.
http://www.firebox.com/index.html?dir=firebox&action=product&pid=415
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What are some good heli websites

Can someone suggest a good choice of electric helicopter and perhaps
the best place to purchase in the uk. The reason I am thinking
electric is because I do know somewhere where I can fly it indoors in
a largeish space.

can any help me ! I have lost my pc interface software floppy disk  can any
body email me a copy of it please ?
Barry

I managed to get some footage of me flying my 50 yesterday at my flying
club.  Thanks to Mark for the camera work.  The heli gods were on my side -
no crashes this time :-))
http://www.runryder.com/gallery/05912/Rappy_ChappyRap50.zip

I currently have Futaba 9001s on my Sceadu, with a 9252 on the tail.  I have
just acquired a 9304 and a 9002.  Which (if either) would be better suited
to the collective function in place of the 9001?
Its a daft question probably, but I have not got a spec card for them!

Havin had my Raptor now for a week..
I removed the training gear first time last night.
Did quite well hovering around for a good half an hour
all in all.

Dear Group, I have today been served with a letter from Stroud District
Council warning me of the 'Environmental Protection Act, 1990' Code of
practice on noise from Model Aircraft 1982,
They seem to have me banged to rights on Article 64 section 7.3, of the Air