From homeremodeling2003 at yahoo.com Mon Sep 1 00:19:37 2008 From: homeremodeling2003 at yahoo.com (krishlan fitzsimmons) Date: Mon, 01 Sep 2008 08:19:37 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Need header for OS 140 In-Reply-To: <004101c90bb5$75301000$6401a8c0@YOUR5FD3828D21> Message-ID: <596682.66107.qm@web33007.mail.mud.yahoo.com> I have an extra that I won't use. Not sure on the rise. I am working tomorrow. If interested, I can contact you tomorrow night. Chris ? ? ? --- On Sun, 8/31/08, Dave Michael wrote: From: Dave Michael Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Need header for OS 140 To: "General pattern discussion" Date: Sunday, August 31, 2008, 3:03 PM #yiv1117504406 .hmmessage P { PADDING-RIGHT:0px;PADDING-LEFT:0px;PADDING-BOTTOM:0px;MARGIN:0px;PADDING-TOP:0px;} #yiv1117504406 { FONT-SIZE:10pt;FONT-FAMILY:Tahoma;} Does anyone have a header for an OS 140 that they want to sell?? Mine broke this weekend and I am just getting going on a new to me pattern plane to fly in a contest later this month (it was a used flexible type). ? Pipe is an Aeroslave-? 20mm inlet, I believe.? Not sure of the drop- quite frankly I'm not sure how it is measured-? I assume it's the drop measured from center of exhaust to center of pipe.? Any directions/assistance would be appreciated. ? Thanks, ? Dave_______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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I'm looking for reccomdations for a tuned pipe for a Webra 145, and ideally I would like to pick up one used Thanks -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From ronlock at comcast.net Mon Sep 1 09:22:39 2008 From: ronlock at comcast.net (ronlock at comcast.net) Date: Mon, 01 Sep 2008 17:22:39 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] need tuned pipe reccomendation for Webra 145 Message-ID: <090120081722.25243.48BC24DC0000297B0000629B2205886014050C010402019D@comcast.net> I been pleased with an Aeroslave on an OS 1.40. Ron Lockhart -------------- Original message ---------------------- From: Paul Horan > I'm looking for reccomdations for a tuned pipe for a Webra 145, and ideally I > would like to pick up one used > Thanks -------------- next part -------------- An embedded message was scrubbed... From: Paul Horan Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] need tuned pipe reccomendation for Webra 145 Date: Mon, 1 Sep 2008 16:04:49 +0000 Size: 4344 URL: From kennedybryan at bellsouth.net Mon Sep 1 16:32:32 2008 From: kennedybryan at bellsouth.net (Bryan Kennedy) Date: Tue, 02 Sep 2008 00:32:32 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] 40th Annual Rocket City Pattern Contest Huntsville, Alabama September 13-14th 2008 Message-ID: <3A339AC519F14128981B7D243D18769D@BryanKennedyPC> Just wanted to drop a note reminding everyone that the 40th Annual RCRC pattern contest is coming up very quickly. Hope everyone can join us? Wanted to let everyone know we plan on running 4 rounds of FAI P-09 on Saturday and 2 rounds of F-09 on Sunday. Look forward to seeing everyone. We have some great give away gifts sponsored by R/C Hobbies Huntsville, AL and Extreme Flight RC Cumming, GA. Pre register at the following link: http://www.rocketcityrc.com/events/2008-Pattern/reg_form.php Thanks Bryan AMA L1744 NSRCA 1744 Contest Director -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From glen59shep at yahoo.com Mon Sep 1 16:53:33 2008 From: glen59shep at yahoo.com (Glen) Date: Tue, 02 Sep 2008 00:53:33 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Help - Glow Plug Thread Size Message-ID: <829386.75201.qm@web34308.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Does anyone know the thread size of OS glow plugs (Type F, 8 or A5). Looks like I stripped out the head of my engine (OS160) and I'd like to re-tap it. ? Thanks, Mr. Shepherd NSRCA 3017 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From vanputte at cox.net Mon Sep 1 17:04:01 2008 From: vanputte at cox.net (Ron Van Putte) Date: Tue, 02 Sep 2008 01:04:01 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Help - Glow Plug Thread Size In-Reply-To: <829386.75201.qm@web34308.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <829386.75201.qm@web34308.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: 1/4-32 Ron VP On Sep 1, 2008, at 7:53 PM, Glen wrote: > Does anyone know the thread size of OS glow plugs (Type F, 8 or > A5). Looks like I stripped out the head of my engine (OS160) and > I'd like to re-tap it. > > Thanks, > Mr. Shepherd > NSRCA 3017 > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From kennedybryan at bellsouth.net Mon Sep 1 17:10:54 2008 From: kennedybryan at bellsouth.net (Bryan Kennedy) Date: Tue, 02 Sep 2008 01:10:54 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] 40th Annual RCRC Pattern Contest Message-ID: <4C9D9923C19349B78D82C54298B914AB@BryanKennedyPC> RVP Do you know if John is going to be able to make it? Have not seen him pre-register. Bryan K -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From pcosky at comcast.net Mon Sep 1 17:15:26 2008 From: pcosky at comcast.net (Pete Cosky) Date: Tue, 02 Sep 2008 01:15:26 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Help - Glow Plug Thread Size References: <829386.75201.qm@web34308.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <037a01c90c99$5f6194d0$bd440a0a@usa.ccu.clearchannel.com> 1/4-32 if my memory serves me correctly.....if I'm wrong someone will surely correct me. ----- Original Message ----- From: Glen To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Sent: Monday, September 01, 2008 8:53 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Help - Glow Plug Thread Size Does anyone know the thread size of OS glow plugs (Type F, 8 or A5). Looks like I stripped out the head of my engine (OS160) and I'd like to re-tap it. Thanks, Mr. Shepherd NSRCA 3017 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From rcmaster199 at aol.com Mon Sep 1 17:29:17 2008 From: rcmaster199 at aol.com (rcmaster199 at aol.com) Date: Tue, 02 Sep 2008 01:29:17 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] need tuned pipe reccomendation for Webra 145 In-Reply-To: <372202.20182.qm@web83605.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> References: <372202.20182.qm@web83605.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <8CADAB266F70261-1528-2420@FWM-M30.sysops.aol.com> Just sold a Grieve which was originally designed for the W145 and performed well. At 4 1/2 ozs it was closer to the carbon types in weight. This is probably the better value if you can find one You can't go wrong with the Hatori aluminum but at 5 1/2 ozs, it's heavier than the carbon but I've got about 2000 flights on mine in the past 8 years or so, and it performs the same as when new. It's similar in price to the ES carbon pipe at over 200$. ES perform well but don't know anyone who has 2000 flights on any ES carbon. The aeroslaves pipe is about as light as the ES and slightly less in cost. I have no personal experience with the AS pipe but.... the guys who have flown it tell me it has good performance but maybe it's longevity is a bit low at around 300-500 flights. Macs also offered an ally "muffled" pipe (I have one that isn't for sale) which is lighter than the Hatori, was reasonably priced and performed well, but tended to be louder than the others. If weight isn't an issue, go for an ally pipe. If it is, then a carbon type maybe a better choice since you will save around 2 ozs on pipe alone. MattK -----Original Message----- From: Paul Horan To: NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Sent: Mon, 1 Sep 2008 11:04 am Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] need tuned pipe reccomendation for Webra 145 ? I'm looking for reccomdations for a t uned pipe for a Webra 145, and ideally I would like to pick up one used Thanks_______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From vanputte at cox.net Mon Sep 1 17:33:02 2008 From: vanputte at cox.net (Ron Van Putte) Date: Tue, 02 Sep 2008 01:33:02 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] 40th Annual RCRC Pattern Contest In-Reply-To: <4C9D9923C19349B78D82C54298B914AB@BryanKennedyPC> References: <4C9D9923C19349B78D82C54298B914AB@BryanKennedyPC> Message-ID: <52466C70-5AAD-4748-8BA0-5194A4776E4D@cox.net> I don't know. He will probably be there, but he hasn't told me that he will. We often don't keep in touch about that contest because he usually stays with an old USAF buddy and I stay elsewhere with someone else (or alone). Maybe I can get my wife to go. Ron On Sep 1, 2008, at 8:10 PM, Bryan Kennedy wrote: > RVP > > > > Do you know if John is going to be able to make it? Have not seen > him pre-register. > > > > Bryan K > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From vanputte at cox.net Mon Sep 1 17:44:34 2008 From: vanputte at cox.net (Ron Van Putte) Date: Tue, 02 Sep 2008 01:44:34 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] 40th Annual RCRC Pattern Contest In-Reply-To: <52466C70-5AAD-4748-8BA0-5194A4776E4D@cox.net> References: <4C9D9923C19349B78D82C54298B914AB@BryanKennedyPC> <52466C70-5AAD-4748-8BA0-5194A4776E4D@cox.net> Message-ID: Oops! Sorry, that was supposed to go to Bryan. Ron VP On Sep 1, 2008, at 8:34 PM, Ron Van Putte wrote: > I don't know. He will probably be there, but he hasn't told me > that he will. We often don't keep in touch about that contest > because he usually stays with an old USAF buddy and I stay > elsewhere with someone else (or alone). Maybe I can get my wife to > go. > > Ron > > On Sep 1, 2008, at 8:10 PM, Bryan Kennedy wrote: > >> RVP >> >> >> >> Do you know if John is going to be able to make it? Have not seen >> him pre-register. >> >> >> >> Bryan K >> >> _______________________________________________ >> NSRCA-discussion mailing list >> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org >> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From d_bodary at yahoo.com Mon Sep 1 17:53:59 2008 From: d_bodary at yahoo.com (Dennis Bodary) Date: Tue, 02 Sep 2008 01:53:59 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Help - Glow Plug Thread Size In-Reply-To: <037a01c90c99$5f6194d0$bd440a0a@usa.ccu.clearchannel.com> Message-ID: <34070.27952.qm@web51706.mail.re2.yahoo.com> It is guaranteed 1/4x32 nothing else. so Pete you got it correct. --- On Mon, 9/1/08, Pete Cosky wrote: From: Pete Cosky Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Help - Glow Plug Thread Size To: glen59shep at yahoo.com, "General pattern discussion" Date: Monday, September 1, 2008, 9:15 PM 1/4-32 if my memory serves me correctly.....if I'm wrong someone will surely correct me. ----- Original Message ----- From: Glen To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Sent: Monday, September 01, 2008 8:53 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Help - Glow Plug Thread Size Does anyone know the thread size of OS glow plugs (Type F, 8 or A5). Looks like I stripped out the head of my engine (OS160) and I'd like to re-tap it. ? Thanks, Mr. Shepherd NSRCA 3017 _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion_______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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URL: From wilsorc at gmail.com Mon Sep 1 19:19:39 2008 From: wilsorc at gmail.com (Bob Wilson) Date: Tue, 02 Sep 2008 03:19:39 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] O.S. 120AX Bearing Message-ID: <888fdd980809012019o5e0aea76o907bb148c75f7230@mail.gmail.com> Seems to me I've read some threads about the O.S.120AX rear bearing being junk. We'll I can verify it. The 120AX on my Venus II practice/backup airplane has been sounding real funky and today it was really bad. I tore it apart, and sure enough, the bearing is trashed. Looks like O.S. didn't harden it correctly. I will try to replace with a bearing from local supplier, but did I read somewhere that a bearing to a larger O.S. engine will also fit? bw -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From ed_alt at hotmail.com Mon Sep 1 19:26:22 2008 From: ed_alt at hotmail.com (Ed Alt) Date: Tue, 02 Sep 2008 03:26:22 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] O.S. 120AX Bearing References: <888fdd980809012019o5e0aea76o907bb148c75f7230@mail.gmail.com> Message-ID: Same as the 140RX ----- Original Message ----- From: Bob Wilson To: General pattern discussion Sent: Monday, September 01, 2008 10:19 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] O.S. 120AX Bearing Seems to me I've read some threads about the O.S.120AX rear bearing being junk. We'll I can verify it. The 120AX on my Venus II practice/backup airplane has been sounding real funky and today it was really bad. I tore it apart, and sure enough, the bearing is trashed. Looks like O.S. didn't harden it correctly. I will try to replace with a bearing from local supplier, but did I read somewhere that a bearing to a larger O.S. engine will also fit? bw ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jonlowe at aol.com Mon Sep 1 19:57:57 2008 From: jonlowe at aol.com (Jon Lowe) Date: Tue, 02 Sep 2008 03:57:57 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] O.S. 120AX Bearing In-Reply-To: <888fdd980809012019o5e0aea76o907bb148c75f7230@mail.gmail.com> References: <888fdd980809012019o5e0aea76o907bb148c75f7230@mail.gmail.com> Message-ID: <8CADAC7304A58DE-13F4-3AD3@WEBMAIL-MB16.sysops.aol.com> Order the bearing for the 1.40RX with Fuel injection.?? Tee one for the standard 1.40 is the same junk as the 1.20AX bearing.? Sealed bearing, cheaper than Boca on the FI version.? I got mine from Tower Hobbies. Jon Lowe -----Original Message----- From: Bob Wilson To: General pattern discussion Sent: Mon, 1 Sep 2008 10:19 pm Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] O.S. 120AX Bearing Seems to me I've read some threads about the O.S.120AX rear bearing being junk. ? We'll I can verify it.? The 120AX on my Venus II practice/backup airplane?has been?sounding real funky and today?it was really bad.? I tore it apart, and sure enough, the bearing is trashed.? Looks like O.S. didn't harden it correctly. ? I will try to replace with a bearing from local supplier, but did I read somewhere that a bearing to a larger O.S. engine? will also fit? ? bw _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jpavlick at idseng.com Mon Sep 1 20:07:38 2008 From: jpavlick at idseng.com (John Pavlick) Date: Tue, 02 Sep 2008 04:07:38 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] O.S. 120AX Bearing References: <888fdd980809012019o5e0aea76o907bb148c75f7230@mail.gmail.com> Message-ID: <009201c90cb1$65ccb8f0$9501a8c0@GW7422> The OS 140Rx has the same rear bearing as the 120Ax. Buy the one for the Fuel Injected 140Rx or just use one that has 2 seals (not "shields") like the 140 Rx F.I. bearing. This should last a long time. John Pavlick http://www.idseng.com ----- Original Message ----- From: Bob Wilson To: General pattern discussion Sent: Monday, September 01, 2008 11:19 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] O.S. 120AX Bearing Seems to me I've read some threads about the O.S.120AX rear bearing being junk. We'll I can verify it. The 120AX on my Venus II practice/backup airplane has been sounding real funky and today it was really bad. I tore it apart, and sure enough, the bearing is trashed. Looks like O.S. didn't harden it correctly. I will try to replace with a bearing from local supplier, but did I read somewhere that a bearing to a larger O.S. engine will also fit? bw ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From d_bodary at yahoo.com Mon Sep 1 21:46:12 2008 From: d_bodary at yahoo.com (Dennis Bodary) Date: Tue, 02 Sep 2008 05:46:12 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] O.S. 120AX Bearing In-Reply-To: <888fdd980809012019o5e0aea76o907bb148c75f7230@mail.gmail.com> Message-ID: <628464.63854.qm@web51709.mail.re2.yahoo.com> If your going to buy more than one. Try Toolbarn.com The bearings are 14.39 each. And are the "EXACT" bearing as the 140RX EFI ? Type in either 211323-3 or 6904LLU on the search link ? It will give you a Makita tool # just press on the link and scroll down it until you find 211323-3 and order that. as of five minutes ago they had three in stock. --- On Mon, 9/1/08, Bob Wilson wrote: From: Bob Wilson Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] O.S. 120AX Bearing To: "General pattern discussion" Date: Monday, September 1, 2008, 11:19 PM Seems to me I've read some threads about the O.S.120AX rear bearing being junk. ? We'll I can verify it.? The 120AX on my Venus II practice/backup airplane?has been?sounding real funky and today?it was really bad.? I tore it apart, and sure enough, the bearing is trashed.? Looks like O.S. didn't harden it correctly. ? I will try to replace with a bearing from local supplier, but did I read somewhere that a bearing to a larger O.S. engine? will also fit? ? bw_______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From johnferrell at earthlink.net Tue Sep 2 05:07:02 2008 From: johnferrell at earthlink.net (John Ferrell) Date: Tue, 02 Sep 2008 13:07:02 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Help - Glow Plug Thread Size References: <829386.75201.qm@web34308.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <00ee01c90cfd$0b7cd780$0201a8c0@xppro> 1/4-32 is not a common size. Clarence Lee advertises in RC Report and other magazines (less than $15) to install helicoil threads. Just send him the head & the check and it will come back fast. John Ferrell W8CCW "All that is necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing." -- Edmund Burke http://DixieNC.US ----- Original Message ----- From: Glen To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Sent: Monday, September 01, 2008 8:53 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Help - Glow Plug Thread Size Does anyone know the thread size of OS glow plugs (Type F, 8 or A5). Looks like I stripped out the head of my engine (OS160) and I'd like to re-tap it. Thanks, Mr. Shepherd NSRCA 3017 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From gfowler at raytheon.com Tue Sep 2 05:31:42 2008 From: gfowler at raytheon.com (Gray E Fowler) Date: Tue, 02 Sep 2008 13:31:42 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? Message-ID: Guys Yesterday on my 4th flight of the day my PCM Stylus went nuts. PCM program was set for idle throttle and about 5-6 clicks(trim wise) of up elevator-all other surfaces neutral, and this was tested as such by turning off the transmitter. As I passed by center I noticed that I could not gain altitude and the the throttle started going from idle to high...then ailerons started oscillating small left-right deflections. I cut the throttle to the kill position but the engine persisted up-down bursts. I was able to do a 180 degree turn with aileron coming back to center...never losing altitude, but unable to change the altitude,elevator seemed unresponsive. As I passed by center again I was losing more and more control. The plane flew over the wooded area south of the field at about 200 feet high, I could not turn and the ailerons rolled the plane upside down and it went straight down into the trees. This whole episode last about 45 seconds. Cannot find the plane, and remnants of Gustav are headed my way. Plane was new had about 10 flights on it. New battery..NiMH 5 cell pack -no regulator (ran 5 cell packs for years, no regulator) Reciever-1999 Stylus PCM-never crashed, wrapped in foam New switch Transmitter-1999 Stylus, never been serviced, never had problems What would cause a PCM receiver to do such a thing? If I had and intermittent signal, once the receiver did get a signal the only two throttle signals should have been idle (PCM hold) and off (transmitter). I am going to send the transmitter in just to get checked. Thanks guys.... 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PCM program was set for idle throttle and about 5-6 clicks(trim wise) of up elevator-all other surfaces neutral, and this was tested as such by turning off the transmitter. As I passed by center I noticed that I could not gain altitude and the the throttle started going from idle to high...then ailerons started oscillating small left-right deflections. I cut the throttle to the kill position but the engine persisted up-down bursts. I was able to do a 180 degree turn with aileron coming back to center...never losing altitude, but unable to change the altitude,elevator seemed unresponsive. As I passed by center again I was losing more and more control. The plane flew over the wooded area south of the field at about 200 feet high, I could not turn and the ailerons rolled the plane upside down and it went straight down into the trees. This whole episode last about 45 seconds. Cannot find the plane, and remnants of Gu stav a re headed my way. Plane was new had about 10 flights on it. New battery..NiMH 5 cell pack -no regulator (ran 5 cell packs for years, no regulator) Reciever-1999 Stylus PCM-never crashed, wrapped in foam New switch Transmitter-1999 Stylus, never been serviced, never had problems What would cause a PCM receiver to do such a thing? If I had and intermittent signal, once the receiver did get a signal the only two throttle signals should have been idle (PCM hold) and off (transmitter). I am going to send the transmitter in just to get checked. Thanks guys.... Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From pamrich47 at hotmail.com Tue Sep 2 05:48:56 2008 From: pamrich47 at hotmail.com (Richard Strickland) Date: Tue, 02 Sep 2008 13:48:56 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Sounds like a low battery--enough voltage to keep the rec. operating--but not enough to run the servos. Not a complete de-coupling of the radio link--so fail-safe wouldn't kick in. Just an opinion. Was having prioblems that ended up being a bad cell in a 4 cell nicad pack--and with some glitches on a couple flights and trying different things. The third flight one eve,, I started losing elevator trim and the airplane was sluggish--was able to land and the rec. pack was very low. No 'hold'--the sevos just started going away. RS To: NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.orgFrom: gfowler at raytheon.comDate: Tue, 2 Sep 2008 08:30:17 -0500Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash??Guys Yesterday on my 4th flight of the day my PCM Stylus went nuts. PCM program was set for idle throttle and about 5-6 clicks(trim wise) of up elevator-all other surfaces neutral, and this was tested as such by turning off the transmitter. As I passed by center I noticed that I could not gain altitude and the the throttle started going from idle to high...then ailerons started oscillating small left-right deflections. I cut the throttle to the kill position but the engine persisted up-down bursts. I was able to do a 180 degree turn with aileron coming back to center...never losing altitude, but unable to change the altitude,elevator seemed unresponsive. As I passed by center again I was losing more and more control. The plane flew over the wooded area south of the field at about 200 feet high, I could not turn and the ailerons rolled the plane upside down and it went straight down into the trees. This whole episode last about 45 seconds. Cannot find the plane, and remnants of Gustav are headed my way. Plane was new had about 10 flights on it. New battery..NiMH 5 cell pack -no regulator (ran 5 cell packs for years, no regulator) Reciever-1999 Stylus PCM-never crashed, wrapped in foam New switch Transmitter-1999 Stylus, never been serviced, never had problems What would cause a PCM receiver to do such a thing? If I had and intermittent signal, once the receiver did get a signal the only two throttle signals should have been idle (PCM hold) and off (transmitter). I am going to send the transmitter in just to get checked. Thanks guys....Gray FowlerSenior Principal Chemical EngineerRadomes and Specialty AperturesTechnical Staff Composites EngineeringRaytheon _________________________________________________________________ Be the filmmaker you always wanted to be?learn how to burn a DVD with Windows?. http://clk.atdmt.com/MRT/go/108588797/direct/01/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From gfowler at raytheon.com Tue Sep 2 06:03:29 2008 From: gfowler at raytheon.com (Gray E Fowler) Date: Tue, 02 Sep 2008 14:03:29 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? In-Reply-To: <090220081341.10221.48BD4295000EFDAC000027ED22155612640C9D0A9B020A0C0790@comcast.net> Message-ID: Tx battery totally fine 10.3 volts at crash...new pack was cycled and tested. I do not understand a low battery failure...From what I have seen with batteries either you got it or you do not. Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon vicenterc at comcast.net Sent by: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org 09/02/2008 08:44 AM Please respond to General pattern discussion To General pattern discussion cc Subject Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? Gray, Sorry about your lost. It think the biggest chance of failure were those parts that were new. I think there is a good chance that you have infant battery failure. I know that the chances are low but it could happen. I assume tha you checked the TX battery and it is OK. -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: Gray E Fowler Guys Yesterday on my 4th flight of the day my PCM Stylus went nuts. PCM program was set for idle throttle and about 5-6 clicks(trim wise) of up elevator-all other surfaces neutral, and this was tested as such by turning off the transmitter. As I passed by center I noticed that I could not gain altitude and the the throttle started going from idle to high...then ailerons started oscillating small left-right deflections. I cut the throttle to the kill position but the engine persisted up-down bursts. I was able to do a 180 degree turn with aileron coming back to center...never losing altitude, but unable to change the altitude,elevator seemed unresponsive. As I passed by center again I was losing more and mo re con trol. The plane flew over the wooded area south of the field at about 200 feet high, I could not turn and the ailerons rolled the plane upside down and it went straight down into the trees. This whole episode last about 45 seconds. Cannot find the plane, and remnants of Gustav are headed my way. Plane was new had about 10 flights on it. New battery..NiMH 5 cell pack -no regulator (ran 5 cell packs for years, no regulator) Reciever-1999 Stylus PCM-never crashed, wrapped in foam New switch Transmitter-1999 Stylus, never been serviced, never had problems What would cause a PCM receiver to do such a thing? If I had and intermittent signal, once the receiver did get a signal the only two throttle signals should have been i dle (P CM hold) and off (transmitter). I am going to send the transmitter in just to get checked. Thanks guys.... Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From vicenterc at comcast.net Tue Sep 2 06:09:12 2008 From: vicenterc at comcast.net (vicenterc at comcast.net) Date: Tue, 02 Sep 2008 14:09:12 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? Message-ID: <090220081409.7828.48BD4903000ACAF000001E9422155612640C9D0A9B020A0C0790@comcast.net> I meant RX battery. I think you have similar problem as RS just explained. Just back luck. . This is one reason I am using two RX batteries in all my planes. Well, you need to find the plane so we can figure this out. Good luck, -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: Gray E Fowler Tx battery totally fine 10.3 volts at crash...new pack was cycled and tested. I do not understand a low battery failure...From what I have seen with batteries either you got it or you do not. Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon vicenterc at comcast.net Sent by: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org 09/02/2008 08:44 AM Please respond to General pattern discussion ToGeneral pattern discussion cc SubjectRe: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? Gray, Sorry about your lost. It think the biggest chance of failure were those parts that were new. I think there is a good chance that you have infant battery failure. I know that the chances are low but it could happen. I assume tha you checked the TX battery and it is OK. -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: Gray E Fowler Guys Yesterday on my 4th flight of the day my PCM Stylus went nuts. PCM program was set for idle throttle and about 5-6 clicks(trim wise) of up elevator-all other surfaces neutral, and this was tested as such by turning off the transmitter. As I passed by center I noticed that I could not gain altitude and the the throttle started going from idle to high...then ailerons started oscillating small left-right deflections. I cut the throttle to the kill position but the engine persisted up-down bursts. I was able to do a 180 degree turn with aileron coming back to center...never losing altitude, but unable to change the altitude,elevator seemed unresponsive. As I passed by center again I was losing more and mo re con trol. The plane flew over the wooded area south of the field at about 200 feet high, I could not turn and the ailerons rolled the plane upside down and it went straight down into the trees. This whole episode last about 45 seconds. Cannot find the plane, and remnants of Gustav are headed my way. Plane was new had about 10 flights on it. New battery..NiMH 5 cell pack -no regulator (ran 5 cell packs for years, no regulator) Reciever-1999 Stylus PCM-never crashed, wrapped in foam New switch Transmitter-1999 Stylus, never been serviced, never had problems What would cause a PCM receiver to do such a thing? If I had and intermittent signal, once the receiver did get a signal the only two throttle signals should have been i dle (P CM hold) and off (transmitter). I am going to send the transmitter in just to get checked. Thanks guys.... Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- An embedded message was scrubbed... From: Gray E Fowler Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? Date: Tue, 2 Sep 2008 14:05:01 +0000 Size: 735 URL: From anthonyr105 at hotmail.com Tue Sep 2 06:14:13 2008 From: anthonyr105 at hotmail.com (Anthony Romano) Date: Tue, 02 Sep 2008 14:14:13 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Hi Gray, What a huge bummer. Did you have the low rx alarm function turned on? On the Stylus that is a switchable function that will drop the throttle to alert you to a low rx voltage. Now I am paranoid and have to go check mine. Have heard of similiar "brown out" type of behavior with a Nimh rx battery failure. Hope you can recover the aircraft. This time of year the growth in most places can swallow anything. Many solid flights for almost ten years on my Stylus but it is serviced every winter. Anthony To: NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.orgFrom: gfowler at raytheon.comDate: Tue, 2 Sep 2008 08:30:17 -0500Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash??Guys Yesterday on my 4th flight of the day my PCM Stylus went nuts. PCM program was set for idle throttle and about 5-6 clicks(trim wise) of up elevator-all other surfaces neutral, and this was tested as such by turning off the transmitter. As I passed by center I noticed that I could not gain altitude and the the throttle started going from idle to high...then ailerons started oscillating small left-right deflections. I cut the throttle to the kill position but the engine persisted up-down bursts. I was able to do a 180 degree turn with aileron coming back to center...never losing altitude, but unable to change the altitude,elevator seemed unresponsive. As I passed by center again I was losing more and more control. The plane flew over the wooded area south of the field at about 200 feet high, I could not turn and the ailerons rolled the plane upside down and it went straight down into the trees. This whole episode last about 45 seconds. Cannot find the plane, and remnants of Gustav are headed my way. Plane was new had about 10 flights on it. New battery..NiMH 5 cell pack -no regulator (ran 5 cell packs for years, no regulator) Reciever-1999 Stylus PCM-never crashed, wrapped in foam New switch Transmitter-1999 Stylus, never been serviced, never had problems What would cause a PCM receiver to do such a thing? If I had and intermittent signal, once the receiver did get a signal the only two throttle signals should have been idle (PCM hold) and off (transmitter). I am going to send the transmitter in just to get checked. Thanks guys....Gray FowlerSenior Principal Chemical EngineerRadomes and Specialty AperturesTechnical Staff Composites EngineeringRaytheon _________________________________________________________________ Get ideas on sharing photos from people like you. Find new ways to share. http://www.windowslive.com/explore/photogallery/posts?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_Photo_Gallery_082008 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From homeremodeling2003 at yahoo.com Tue Sep 2 06:15:43 2008 From: homeremodeling2003 at yahoo.com (krishlan fitzsimmons) Date: Tue, 02 Sep 2008 14:15:43 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <593567.82405.qm@web33004.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Gray, I also fly Stylus's and I haven't seen this problem. But, I also keep my radio's in good health with checkups at Airtronics. I recently sent one in before the nats and they found lots of little things that needed repair. It is of great importance with any radio and receiver that they are checked out no more than every 3 years or so (imo) to make sure the module and receiver are tuned and also to look everything else over. BTW, your radio should get a new 3 volt battery every two years. ? The problem you are describing could be a bad crystal,?or possibly a low battery. I had one ship go in a few years ago that I decided to fly 8 1/2 (was shooting for 9, lol) flights on. The Tp 730 pack didn't last into that last flight. The voltage would get a little to low, and I would have no control for a second, then I would let off the controls, and the voltage would go up a little, and then I would have a small amount of control for a second. Did this several times. Sounds kinda like what you may have gone through. Needless to say, I lost my plane also. My battery checked out ok though, but not under load. It was under by far then. ? Chris Chris ? ? ? --- On Tue, 9/2/08, Gray E Fowler wrote: From: Gray E Fowler Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? To: "General pattern discussion" Date: Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 7:01 AM Tx battery totally fine 10.3 volts at crash...new pack was cycled and tested. I do not understand a low battery failure...From what I have seen with batteries either you got it or you do not. Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon vicenterc at comcast.net Sent by: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org 09/02/2008 08:44 AM Please respond to General pattern discussion To General pattern discussion cc Subject Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? Gray, ? Sorry about your lost. ?It think the biggest chance of failure were those parts that were new. ?I think there is a good chance that you have infant battery failure. ?I know that the chances are low but it could happen. ?I assume tha you checked the TX battery and it is OK. ? ? -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone ? -------------- Original message -------------- From: Gray E Fowler Guys Yesterday on my 4th flight of the day my PCM Stylus went nuts. PCM program was set for idle throttle and about 5-6 clicks(trim wise) of up elevator-all other surfaces neutral, and this was tested as such by turning off the transmitter. ?As I passed by center I noticed that I could not gain altitude and the the throttle started going from idle to high...then ailerons started oscillating small left-right deflections. I cut the throttle to the kill position but the engine persisted up-down bursts. I was able to do a 180 degree turn with aileron coming back to center...never losing altitude, but unable to change the altitude,elevator seemed unresponsive. As I passed by center again I was losing more and mo re con trol. The plane flew over the wooded area south of the field at about 200 feet high, I could not turn and the ailerons rolled the plane upside down and it went straight down into the trees. This whole episode last about 45 seconds. Cannot find the plane, and remnants of Gustav are headed my way. Plane was new had about 10 flights on it. New battery..NiMH 5 cell pack -no regulator (ran 5 cell packs for years, no regulator) Reciever-1999 Stylus PCM-never crashed, wrapped in foam New switch Transmitter-1999 Stylus, never been serviced, never had problems What would cause a PCM receiver to do such a thing? If I had and intermittent signal, once the receiver did get a signal the only two throttle signals should have been i dle (P CM hold) and off (transmitter). ?I am going to send the transmitter in just to get checked. Thanks guys.... Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From drykert2 at rochester.rr.com Tue Sep 2 06:21:49 2008 From: drykert2 at rochester.rr.com (Del) Date: Tue, 02 Sep 2008 14:21:49 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? References: Message-ID: <004801c90d07$420e37d0$ae9be648@ownerayn17ov1d> Gray `~ would try posting your query here .. AirtronicsUsersGroup at yahoogr... E-mail Address(es): AirtronicsUsersGroup at yahoogroups.com Del ----- Original Message ----- From: Gray E Fowler To: NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Sent: Tuesday, September 02, 2008 9:30 AM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? Guys Yesterday on my 4th flight of the day my PCM Stylus went nuts. PCM program was set for idle throttle and about 5-6 clicks(trim wise) of up elevator-all other surfaces neutral, and this was tested as such by turning off the transmitter. As I passed by center I noticed that I could not gain altitude and the the throttle started going from idle to high...then ailerons started oscillating small left-right deflections. I cut the throttle to the kill position but the engine persisted up-down bursts. I was able to do a 180 degree turn with aileron coming back to center...never losing altitude, but unable to change the altitude,elevator seemed unresponsive. As I passed by center again I was losing more and more control. The plane flew over the wooded area south of the field at about 200 feet high, I could not turn and the ailerons rolled the plane upside down and it went straight down into the trees. This whole episode last about 45 seconds. Cannot find the plane, and remnants of Gustav are headed my way. Plane was new had about 10 flights on it. New battery..NiMH 5 cell pack -no regulator (ran 5 cell packs for years, no regulator) Reciever-1999 Stylus PCM-never crashed, wrapped in foam New switch Transmitter-1999 Stylus, never been serviced, never had problems What would cause a PCM receiver to do such a thing? If I had and intermittent signal, once the receiver did get a signal the only two throttle signals should have been idle (PCM hold) and off (transmitter). I am going to send the transmitter in just to get checked. Thanks guys.... 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Several people have indicated a low battery. Lance thinks fractured crystal...10 years old, stored in my garage at 105F to 25F or so. Every battery failure I have seen (none were mine) the radio flat out quit. Lance and I are going back out today, better equipped (long pants-machetes!!!) If I find it I can re-test the battery..It tested about 150 MAH of its rated capacity, but I do not have the tester drain the crap out of the volatge. Man that plane flew good....9 lbs 15 oz...My skills are so deteriorated. Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon Anthony Romano Sent by: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org 09/02/2008 09:18 AM Please respond to General pattern discussion To General pattern discussion cc Subject Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? Hi Gray, What a huge bummer. Did you have the low rx alarm function turned on? On the Stylus that is a switchable function that will drop the throttle to alert you to a low rx voltage. Now I am paranoid and have to go check mine. Have heard of similiar "brown out" type of behavior with a Nimh rx battery failure. Hope you can recover the aircraft. This time of year the growth in most places can swallow anything. Many solid flights for almost ten years on my Stylus but it is serviced every winter. Anthony To: NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org From: gfowler at raytheon.com Date: Tue, 2 Sep 2008 08:30:17 -0500 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? Guys Yesterday on my 4th flight of the day my PCM Stylus went nuts. PCM program was set for idle throttle and about 5-6 clicks(trim wise) of up elevator-all other surfaces neutral, and this was tested as such by turning off the transmitter. As I passed by center I noticed that I could not gain altitude and the the throttle started going from idle to high...then ailerons started oscillating small left-right deflections. I cut the throttle to the kill position but the engine persisted up-down bursts. I was able to do a 180 degree turn with aileron coming back to center...never losing altitude, but unable to change the altitude,elevator seemed unresponsive. As I passed by center again I was losing more and more control. The plane flew over the wooded area south of the field at about 200 feet high, I could not turn and the ailerons rolled the plane upside down and it went straight down into the trees. This whole episode last about 45 seconds. Cannot find the plane, and remnants of Gustav are headed my way. Plane was new had about 10 flights on it. New battery..NiMH 5 cell pack -no regulator (ran 5 cell packs for years, no regulator) Reciever-1999 Stylus PCM-never crashed, wrapped in foam New switch Transmitter-1999 Stylus, never been serviced, never had problems What would cause a PCM receiver to do such a thing? If I had and intermittent signal, once the receiver did get a signal the only two throttle signals should have been idle (PCM hold) and off (transmitter). I am going to send the transmitter in just to get checked. Thanks guys.... Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon Get ideas on sharing photos from people like you. Find new ways to share. Get Ideas Here!_______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From d_bodary at yahoo.com Tue Sep 2 06:28:44 2008 From: d_bodary at yahoo.com (Dennis Bodary) Date: Tue, 02 Sep 2008 14:28:44 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Help - Glow Plug Thread Size In-Reply-To: <00ee01c90cfd$0b7cd780$0201a8c0@xppro> Message-ID: <47276.32806.qm@web51709.mail.re2.yahoo.com> Tower Hobbies sells a Tap 1/4x32 from higley. part # LXL774 6.69 and also a die LXL776 15.59 Depending on how bad your cylinder head is it may need to be helicoiled. But maybe the tap will save it. --- On Tue, 9/2/08, John Ferrell wrote: From: John Ferrell Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Help - Glow Plug Thread Size To: glen59shep at yahoo.com, "General pattern discussion" Date: Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 9:08 AM 1/4-32 is not a common size. Clarence Lee advertises in RC Report and other magazines (less than $15) to install helicoil threads. Just send him the head & the check and it will come back fast. John Ferrell??? W8CCW ? "All that is necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing." -- Edmund Burke http://DixieNC.US ----- Original Message ----- From: Glen To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Sent: Monday, September 01, 2008 8:53 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Help - Glow Plug Thread Size Does anyone know the thread size of OS glow plugs (Type F, 8 or A5). Looks like I stripped out the head of my engine (OS160) and I'd like to re-tap it. ? Thanks, Mr. Shepherd NSRCA 3017 _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion_______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jpavlick at idseng.com Tue Sep 2 06:30:57 2008 From: jpavlick at idseng.com (John Pavlick) Date: Tue, 02 Sep 2008 14:30:57 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <398251.35433.qm@web80506.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Gray, ?That sucks! That's one of the worst ways to lose a plane. :( ? Since you can't find the airplane you can't look at the battery but that IS the most likely cause. If you lost one of the cells in a 5-cell pack?I could see something like this happening. I've had some close calls with NiMHs lately so I've stopped using them in Rx packs. ? Now?I run dual LiPOs + regulators with a fail-safe switch arrangement. The chance of 2 batteries or regulators failing simultaneously is much less than losing a single battery + switch AND you end up saving weight if you use?the right?batteries. ? John Pavlick --- On Tue, 9/2/08, Gray E Fowler wrote: From: Gray E Fowler Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? To: "General pattern discussion" Date: Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 2:01 PM Tx battery totally fine 10.3 volts at crash...new pack was cycled and tested. I do not understand a low battery failure...From what I have seen with batteries either you got it or you do not. Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon vicenterc at comcast.net Sent by: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org 09/02/2008 08:44 AM Please respond to General pattern discussion To General pattern discussion cc Subject Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? Gray, ? Sorry about your lost. ?It think the biggest chance of failure were those parts that were new. ?I think there is a good chance that you have infant battery failure. ?I know that the chances are low but it could happen. ?I assume tha you checked the TX battery and it is OK. ? ? -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone ? -------------- Original message -------------- From: Gray E Fowler Guys Yesterday on my 4th flight of the day my PCM Stylus went nuts. PCM program was set for idle throttle and about 5-6 clicks(trim wise) of up elevator-all other surfaces neutral, and this was tested as such by turning off the transmitter. ?As I passed by center I noticed that I could not gain altitude and the the throttle started going from idle to high...then ailerons started oscillating small left-right deflections. I cut the throttle to the kill position but the engine persisted up-down bursts. I was able to do a 180 degree turn with aileron coming back to center...never losing altitude, but unable to change the altitude,elevator seemed unresponsive. As I passed by center again I was losing more and mo re con trol. The plane flew over the wooded area south of the field at about 200 feet high, I could not turn and the ailerons rolled the plane upside down and it went straight down into the trees. This whole episode last about 45 seconds. Cannot find the plane, and remnants of Gustav are headed my way. Plane was new had about 10 flights on it. New battery..NiMH 5 cell pack -no regulator (ran 5 cell packs for years, no regulator) Reciever-1999 Stylus PCM-never crashed, wrapped in foam New switch Transmitter-1999 Stylus, never been serviced, never had problems What would cause a PCM receiver to do such a thing? If I had and intermittent signal, once the receiver did get a signal the only two throttle signals should have been i dle (P CM hold) and off (transmitter). ?I am going to send the transmitter in just to get checked. Thanks guys.... Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From pamrich47 at hotmail.com Tue Sep 2 06:35:42 2008 From: pamrich47 at hotmail.com (Richard Strickland) Date: Tue, 02 Sep 2008 14:35:42 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? In-Reply-To: References: <090220081341.10221.48BD4295000EFDAC000027ED22155612640C9D0A9B020A0C0790@comcast.net> Message-ID: Yes, it was the Rx batt. and it almost pegged the meter b/4 that flight--and I check them each flight--cell was good...up to a point. It was in the airplane when I bought it and was relatively new--from a name brand. On closer inspection, one cell looked like it had a pin-hole and there was corrosion throughout. Weird--but then again, Murphy follows me around... I switched to a 780 lipo with regulator, built a cheap tester with load, invested in a Cellpro 4 (FMA) so I could see what I was actually putting back in--202ma in (5) P09s with a couple extra manuevers (overs) ea. flight. The advantages of this are a little less weight, consistent power, and more than adequate capacity. As the power was used from flight to flight; the drop seemed pretty linear. Do I trust it yet? No--but it looks like I will with more experience. RS To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.orgFrom: gfowler at raytheon.comDate: Tue, 2 Sep 2008 09:01:20 -0500Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash??Tx battery totally fine 10.3 volts at crash...new pack was cycled and tested. I do not understand a low battery failure...From what I have seen with batteries either you got it or you do not. Gray FowlerSenior Principal Chemical EngineerRadomes and Specialty AperturesTechnical Staff Composites EngineeringRaytheon vicenterc at comcast.net Sent by: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org 09/02/2008 08:44 AM Please respond toGeneral pattern discussion To General pattern discussion cc Subject Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? Gray, Sorry about your lost. It think the biggest chance of failure were those parts that were new. I think there is a good chance that you have infant battery failure. I know that the chances are low but it could happen. I assume tha you checked the TX battery and it is OK. --Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: Gray E Fowler Guys Yesterday on my 4th flight of the day my PCM Stylus went nuts. PCM program was set for idle throttle and about 5-6 clicks(trim wise) of up elevator-all other surfaces neutral, and this was tested as such by turning off the transmitter. As I passed by center I noticed that I could not gain altitude and the the throttle started going from idle to high...then ailerons started oscillating small left-right deflections. I cut the throttle to the kill position but the engine persisted up-down bursts. I was able to do a 180 degree turn with aileron coming back to center...never losing altitude, but unable to change the altitude,elevator seemed unresponsive. As I passed by center again I was losing more and mo re con trol. The plane flew over the wooded area south of the field at about 200 feet high, I could not turn and the ailerons rolled the plane upside down and it went straight down into the trees. This whole episode last about 45 seconds. Cannot find the plane, and remnants of Gustav are headed my way. Plane was new had about 10 flights on it. New battery..NiMH 5 cell pack -no regulator (ran 5 cell packs for years, no regulator) Reciever-1999 Stylus PCM-never crashed, wrapped in foam New switch Transmitter-1999 Stylus, never been serviced, never had problems What would cause a PCM receiver to do such a thing? If I had and intermittent signal, once the receiver did get a signal the only two throttle signals should have been i dle (P CM hold) and off (transmitter). I am going to send the transmitter in just to get checked. Thanks guys....Gray FowlerSenior Principal Chemical EngineerRadomes and Specialty AperturesTechnical Staff Composites EngineeringRaytheon _______________________________________________NSRCA-discussion mailing listNSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.orghttp://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _________________________________________________________________ Get ideas on sharing photos from people like you. Find new ways to share. http://www.windowslive.com/explore/photogallery/posts?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_Photo_Gallery_082008 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From drykert2 at rochester.rr.com Tue Sep 2 06:49:22 2008 From: drykert2 at rochester.rr.com (Del) Date: Tue, 02 Sep 2008 14:49:22 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? References: Message-ID: <007b01c90d0b$1ba0bc90$ae9be648@ownerayn17ov1d> Hi Gray. I now fly Stylus and when I used to Fly Kraft had a similar case where elevator functioned was weak or none and ailerons and throttle did work but very sluggish. Plane kinda controlled crashed as I had enough juice after no other input as it crossed threshold to effect a slight flair. Airborne had 1 dead and 1 weak cell of 4 cell pack. Granted was FM modulation. Was told the assignment in receiver was elevator was after other servos thus why it appeared other servos were working when elev only barely worked at threshold. So I would have to guess batteries from what I have experienced. Del ----- Original Message ----- From: Gray E Fowler To: General pattern discussion Sent: Tuesday, September 02, 2008 10:01 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? Tx battery totally fine 10.3 volts at crash...new pack was cycled and tested. I do not understand a low battery failure...From what I have seen with batteries either you got it or you do not. Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon vicenterc at comcast.net Sent by: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org 09/02/2008 08:44 AM Please respond to General pattern discussion To General pattern discussion cc Subject Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? Gray, Sorry about your lost. It think the biggest chance of failure were those parts that were new. I think there is a good chance that you have infant battery failure. I know that the chances are low but it could happen. I assume tha you checked the TX battery and it is OK. -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: Gray E Fowler Guys Yesterday on my 4th flight of the day my PCM Stylus went nuts. PCM program was set for idle throttle and about 5-6 clicks(trim wise) of up elevator-all other surfaces neutral, and this was tested as such by turning off the transmitter. As I passed by center I noticed that I could not gain altitude and the the throttle started going from idle to high...then ailerons started oscillating small left-right deflections. I cut the throttle to the kill position but the engine persisted up-down bursts. I was able to do a 180 degree turn with aileron coming back to center...never losing altitude, but unable to change the altitude,elevator seemed unresponsive. As I passed by center again I was losing more and mo re con trol. The plane flew over the wooded area south of the field at about 200 feet high, I could not turn and the ailerons rolled the plane upside down and it went straight down into the trees. This whole episode last about 45 seconds. Cannot find the plane, and remnants of Gustav are headed my way. Plane was new had about 10 flights on it. New battery..NiMH 5 cell pack -no regulator (ran 5 cell packs for years, no regulator) Reciever-1999 Stylus PCM-never crashed, wrapped in foam New switch Transmitter-1999 Stylus, never been serviced, never had problems What would cause a PCM receiver to do such a thing? If I had and intermittent signal, once the receiver did get a signal the only two throttle signals should have been i dle (P CM hold) and off (transmitter). I am going to send the transmitter in just to get checked. Thanks guys.... 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URL: From tkeithblack at gmail.com Tue Sep 2 08:24:30 2008 From: tkeithblack at gmail.com (Keith Black) Date: Tue, 02 Sep 2008 16:24:30 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <3EACC2DFBCD44B209FDB4A9E7C0C8B2F@OfficePC> I was standing next to Gray when this occurred. What I observed didn't look like a battery failure because the plane began violently oscillating in what appeared to me to be in pitch. This oscillation was so severe that I thought the plane was experiencing flutter. I told Gray to cut the throttle, at which point he said he already had. I looked at his transmitter and the throttle stick was indeed all the way down, however, the engine continued oscillating from high to low. I also looked at his battery meter on his TX and it was well into the black. A couple of times I thought the plane was going to fly off into the distance in this out of control manner but thankfully Gray was able to keep it close to the field. What's puzzling are the following: 1. If it were interference the PCM would have gone into lockout. 2. A combination of in and out of lockout fluctuations would not cause the throttle to go up and down since the throttle stick was down and the lockout was set to idle. 3. If it were RX battery related I would not expect it to oscillate the control surfaces and the throttle, unless the RX freaks out at low voltage. Therefore, I believe this was some type of radio related failure either on the TX or RX side, most likely the RX. One last thought, I have heard people report a bad servos in the system making all the other servos behave badly. Maybe someone has some feedback on this. Keith Black ----- Original Message ----- From: Gray E Fowler To: General pattern discussion Sent: Tuesday, September 02, 2008 9:24 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? Hey Anthony Never set up that warning function. Several people have indicated a low battery. Lance thinks fractured crystal...10 years old, stored in my garage at 105F to 25F or so. Every battery failure I have seen (none were mine) the radio flat out quit. Lance and I are going back out today, better equipped (long pants-machetes!!!) If I find it I can re-test the battery..It tested about 150 MAH of its rated capacity, but I do not have the tester drain the crap out of the volatge. Man that plane flew good....9 lbs 15 oz...My skills are so deteriorated. Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon Anthony Romano Sent by: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org 09/02/2008 09:18 AM Please respond to General pattern discussion To General pattern discussion cc Subject Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? Hi Gray, What a huge bummer. Did you have the low rx alarm function turned on? On the Stylus that is a switchable function that will drop the throttle to alert you to a low rx voltage. Now I am paranoid and have to go check mine. Have heard of similiar "brown out" type of behavior with a Nimh rx battery failure. Hope you can recover the aircraft. This time of year the growth in most places can swallow anything. Many solid flights for almost ten years on my Stylus but it is serviced every winter. Anthony ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ To: NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org From: gfowler at raytheon.com Date: Tue, 2 Sep 2008 08:30:17 -0500 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? Guys Yesterday on my 4th flight of the day my PCM Stylus went nuts. PCM program was set for idle throttle and about 5-6 clicks(trim wise) of up elevator-all other surfaces neutral, and this was tested as such by turning off the transmitter. As I passed by center I noticed that I could not gain altitude and the the throttle started going from idle to high...then ailerons started oscillating small left-right deflections. I cut the throttle to the kill position but the engine persisted up-down bursts. I was able to do a 180 degree turn with aileron coming back to center...never losing altitude, but unable to change the altitude,elevator seemed unresponsive. As I passed by center again I was losing more and more control. The plane flew over the wooded area south of the field at about 200 feet high, I could not turn and the ailerons rolled the plane upside down and it went straight down into the trees. This whole episode last about 45 seconds. Cannot find the plane, and remnants of Gustav are headed my way. Plane was new had about 10 flights on it. New battery..NiMH 5 cell pack -no regulator (ran 5 cell packs for years, no regulator) Reciever-1999 Stylus PCM-never crashed, wrapped in foam New switch Transmitter-1999 Stylus, never been serviced, never had problems What would cause a PCM receiver to do such a thing? If I had and intermittent signal, once the receiver did get a signal the only two throttle signals should have been idle (PCM hold) and off (transmitter). I am going to send the transmitter in just to get checked. Thanks guys.... 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In-Reply-To: <3EACC2DFBCD44B209FDB4A9E7C0C8B2F@OfficePC> References: <3EACC2DFBCD44B209FDB4A9E7C0C8B2F@OfficePC> Message-ID: That sounds just like what happened when my Aries went in at Nederland. Elevator and throttle oscillated and there was very slow response on controls just like a weak battery. Post crash indicated a good charge on battery but I still think it may have had a bad cell. Only had one flight on it at that time. Wayne Galligan ----- Original Message ----- From: Keith Black To: General pattern discussion Sent: Tuesday, September 02, 2008 11:24 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? I was standing next to Gray when this occurred. What I observed didn't look like a battery failure because the plane began violently oscillating in what appeared to me to be in pitch. This oscillation was so severe that I thought the plane was experiencing flutter. I told Gray to cut the throttle, at which point he said he already had. I looked at his transmitter and the throttle stick was indeed all the way down, however, the engine continued oscillating from high to low. I also looked at his battery meter on his TX and it was well into the black. A couple of times I thought the plane was going to fly off into the distance in this out of control manner but thankfully Gray was able to keep it close to the field. What's puzzling are the following: 1. If it were interference the PCM would have gone into lockout. 2. A combination of in and out of lockout fluctuations would not cause the throttle to go up and down since the throttle stick was down and the lockout was set to idle. 3. If it were RX battery related I would not expect it to oscillate the control surfaces and the throttle, unless the RX freaks out at low voltage. Therefore, I believe this was some type of radio related failure either on the TX or RX side, most likely the RX. One last thought, I have heard people report a bad servos in the system making all the other servos behave badly. Maybe someone has some feedback on this. Keith Black ----- Original Message ----- From: Gray E Fowler To: General pattern discussion Sent: Tuesday, September 02, 2008 9:24 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? Hey Anthony Never set up that warning function. Several people have indicated a low battery. Lance thinks fractured crystal...10 years old, stored in my garage at 105F to 25F or so. Every battery failure I have seen (none were mine) the radio flat out quit. Lance and I are going back out today, better equipped (long pants-machetes!!!) If I find it I can re-test the battery..It tested about 150 MAH of its rated capacity, but I do not have the tester drain the crap out of the volatge. Man that plane flew good....9 lbs 15 oz...My skills are so deteriorated. Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon Anthony Romano Sent by: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org 09/02/2008 09:18 AM Please respond to General pattern discussion To General pattern discussion cc Subject Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? Hi Gray, What a huge bummer. Did you have the low rx alarm function turned on? On the Stylus that is a switchable function that will drop the throttle to alert you to a low rx voltage. Now I am paranoid and have to go check mine. Have heard of similiar "brown out" type of behavior with a Nimh rx battery failure. Hope you can recover the aircraft. This time of year the growth in most places can swallow anything. Many solid flights for almost ten years on my Stylus but it is serviced every winter. Anthony ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- To: NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org From: gfowler at raytheon.com Date: Tue, 2 Sep 2008 08:30:17 -0500 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? Guys Yesterday on my 4th flight of the day my PCM Stylus went nuts. PCM program was set for idle throttle and about 5-6 clicks(trim wise) of up elevator-all other surfaces neutral, and this was tested as such by turning off the transmitter. As I passed by center I noticed that I could not gain altitude and the the throttle started going from idle to high...then ailerons started oscillating small left-right deflections. I cut the throttle to the kill position but the engine persisted up-down bursts. I was able to do a 180 degree turn with aileron coming back to center...never losing altitude, but unable to change the altitude,elevator seemed unresponsive. As I passed by center again I was losing more and more control. The plane flew over the wooded area south of the field at about 200 feet high, I could not turn and the ailerons rolled the plane upside down and it went straight down into the trees. This whole episode last about 45 seconds. Cannot find the plane, and remnants of Gustav are headed my way. Plane was new had about 10 flights on it. New battery..NiMH 5 cell pack -no regulator (ran 5 cell packs for years, no regulator) Reciever-1999 Stylus PCM-never crashed, wrapped in foam New switch Transmitter-1999 Stylus, never been serviced, never had problems What would cause a PCM receiver to do such a thing? If I had and intermittent signal, once the receiver did get a signal the only two throttle signals should have been idle (PCM hold) and off (transmitter). I am going to send the transmitter in just to get checked. Thanks guys.... 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In-Reply-To: <3EACC2DFBCD44B209FDB4A9E7C0C8B2F@OfficePC> References: <3EACC2DFBCD44B209FDB4A9E7C0C8B2F@OfficePC> Message-ID: Regarding the "last thought", this happened to me many years ago. I was performing a 4-Point Roll when the airplane stopped rolling at the third point and crashed. After having the transmitter and receiver serviced, I was installing the same servos into a new airplane and was doing a bench check. As I was slowly putting in aileron, the whole system locked up. After I shut off the receiver and turned it back on, the system behaved normally. However, I could repeat the failure by slowly approaching the same aileron deflection. Each time I got to "that spot", the whole system would lock up. Now, Gray's symptoms were not the same, but it demonstrates that a servo can take down the whole system. I'll leave it for you electronics experts to explain why. BTW, the system was not a PCM system, it was an FM system, a Kraft KP-7Z, the "top of the line" back in the 1970s. I still have that old servo as a reminder to check the servos too. Ron VP On Sep 2, 2008, at 11:24 AM, Keith Black wrote: > I was standing next to Gray when this occurred. What I observed > didn't look like a battery failure because the plane began > violently oscillating in what appeared to me to be in pitch. This > oscillation was so severe that I thought the plane was experiencing > flutter. I told Gray to cut the throttle, at which point he said he > already had. I looked at his transmitter and the throttle stick was > indeed all the way down, however, the engine continued oscillating > from high to low. I also looked at his battery meter on his TX and > it was well into the black. A couple of times I thought the plane > was going to fly off into the distance in this out of control > manner but thankfully Gray was able to keep it close to the field. > > What's puzzling are the following: > > 1. If it were interference the PCM would have gone into lockout. > > 2. A combination of in and out of lockout fluctuations would not > cause the throttle to go up and down since the throttle stick was > down and the lockout was set to idle. > > 3. If it were RX battery related I would not expect it to oscillate > the control surfaces and the throttle, unless the RX freaks out at > low voltage. > > Therefore, I believe this was some type of radio related failure > either on the TX or RX side, most likely the RX. > > One last thought, I have heard people report a bad servos in the > system making all the other servos behave badly. Maybe someone has > some feedback on this. > > Keith Black > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: Gray E Fowler > To: General pattern discussion > Sent: Tuesday, September 02, 2008 9:24 AM > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of > crash?? > > > Hey Anthony > > Never set up that warning function. Several people have indicated a > low battery. Lance thinks fractured crystal...10 years old, stored > in my garage at 105F to 25F or so. Every battery failure I have > seen (none were mine) the radio flat out quit. Lance and I are > going back out today, better equipped (long pants-machetes!!!) If I > find it I can re-test the battery..It tested about 150 MAH of its > rated capacity, but I do not have the tester drain the crap out of > the volatge. > Man that plane flew good....9 lbs 15 oz...My skills are so > deteriorated. > > > > > > > Gray Fowler > Senior Principal Chemical Engineer > Radomes and Specialty Apertures > Technical Staff Composites Engineering > Raytheon > > > Anthony Romano > Sent by: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org > 09/02/2008 09:18 AM > Please respond to > General pattern discussion > > > To > General pattern discussion > cc > Subject > Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? > > > > > > Hi Gray, > What a huge bummer. Did you have the low rx alarm function turned > on? On the Stylus that is a switchable function that will drop the > throttle to alert you to a low rx voltage. Now I am paranoid and > have to go check mine. > Have heard of similiar "brown out" type of behavior with a Nimh rx > battery failure. Hope you can recover the aircraft. This time of > year the growth in most places can swallow anything. > Many solid flights for almost ten years on my Stylus but it is > serviced every winter. > > Anthony > > > > > > To: NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > From: gfowler at raytheon.com > Date: Tue, 2 Sep 2008 08:30:17 -0500 > Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? > > > Guys > > Yesterday on my 4th flight of the day my PCM Stylus went nuts. PCM > program was set for idle throttle and about 5-6 clicks(trim wise) > of up elevator-all other surfaces neutral, and this was tested as > such by turning off the transmitter. As I passed by center I > noticed that I could not gain altitude and the the throttle started > going from idle to high...then ailerons started oscillating small > left-right deflections. I cut the throttle to the kill position but > the engine persisted up-down bursts. I was able to do a 180 degree > turn with aileron coming back to center...never losing altitude, > but unable to change the altitude,elevator seemed unresponsive. As > I passed by center again I was losing more and more control. The > plane flew over the wooded area south of the field at about 200 > feet high, I could not turn and the ailerons rolled the plane > upside down and it went straight down into the trees. This whole > episode last about 45 seconds. Cannot find the plane, and remnants > of Gustav are headed my way. > > > Plane was new had about 10 flights on it. > > New battery..NiMH 5 cell pack -no regulator (ran 5 cell packs for > years, no regulator) > Reciever-1999 Stylus PCM-never crashed, wrapped in foam > New switch > Transmitter-1999 Stylus, never been serviced, never had problems > > What would cause a PCM receiver to do such a thing? If I had and > intermittent signal, once the receiver did get a signal the only > two throttle signals should have been idle (PCM hold) and off > (transmitter). I am going to send the transmitter in just to get > checked. > > Thanks guys.... > > > Gray Fowler > Senior Principal Chemical Engineer > Radomes and Specialty Apertures > Technical Staff Composites Engineering > Raytheon > > Get ideas on sharing photos from people like you. Find new ways to > share. Get Ideas Here!_______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > > > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From JAStebbins at worldnet.att.net Tue Sep 2 08:54:47 2008 From: JAStebbins at worldnet.att.net (Jerry Stebbins) Date: Tue, 02 Sep 2008 16:54:47 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? References: Message-ID: <002e01c90d1c$a1564240$4f01a8c0@jerryscomputer> Gray, hope you can find all the parts, especially if Ike is also coming along behind Gustav. Sounds like a flight pack problem--bad cell. I just purchased several NiMH (1200mah) batteries to replace old stuff as am getting back to flying. My past experience with them is they need 3 or more cycles of slow charge to come up to capacity. Here's what I found: #1set-slow charge-Airtronics Rx. charger-(36 hours)667mah, again 721mah, again 750mah, again 850mah, I have since put 6 cycles using a Sirius charger and now am at 906mah. #2-same approach 969mah, again 975 mah, again 1030mah, again 1085mah. after four cycles on the Sirius charger it is 1115mah. #3 same approach 1064mah,again 1167mah,again1235mah. Then three cycles with the Sirius charger and holding from 1215mah to 1238mah. I stll have 2 to go. I am discharging using a Sirius discharger-set to 4 cells, and discharge at 250ma. I tried set1 at 500ma rate and got a drop back to 724 (@ 200 mah). I found little difference between the 125ma and the 250ma rate. This is also consistent with past experience (6 years ago) with 4 sets (different mfg.)where I never got 1 out of the 4 over 3/4 capacity. Makes me think seriously about going back to nicads where weight doesn't matter. By the way these are not el-cheapo brand cells. Jerry ----- Original Message ----- From: Gray E Fowler To: NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Sent: Tuesday, September 02, 2008 8:30 AM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? Guys Yesterday on my 4th flight of the day my PCM Stylus went nuts. PCM program was set for idle throttle and about 5-6 clicks(trim wise) of up elevator-all other surfaces neutral, and this was tested as such by turning off the transmitter. As I passed by center I noticed that I could not gain altitude and the the throttle started going from idle to high...then ailerons started oscillating small left-right deflections. I cut the throttle to the kill position but the engine persisted up-down bursts. I was able to do a 180 degree turn with aileron coming back to center...never losing altitude, but unable to change the altitude,elevator seemed unresponsive. As I passed by center again I was losing more and more control. The plane flew over the wooded area south of the field at about 200 feet high, I could not turn and the ailerons rolled the plane upside down and it went straight down into the trees. This whole episode last about 45 seconds. Cannot find the plane, and remnants of Gustav are headed my way. Plane was new had about 10 flights on it. New battery..NiMH 5 cell pack -no regulator (ran 5 cell packs for years, no regulator) Reciever-1999 Stylus PCM-never crashed, wrapped in foam New switch Transmitter-1999 Stylus, never been serviced, never had problems What would cause a PCM receiver to do such a thing? If I had and intermittent signal, once the receiver did get a signal the only two throttle signals should have been idle (PCM hold) and off (transmitter). I am going to send the transmitter in just to get checked. Thanks guys.... Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From tkeithblack at gmail.com Tue Sep 2 09:00:22 2008 From: tkeithblack at gmail.com (Keith Black) Date: Tue, 02 Sep 2008 17:00:22 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? In-Reply-To: References: <3EACC2DFBCD44B209FDB4A9E7C0C8B2F@OfficePC> Message-ID: <38468C7719D344F2AF747A3B184D329A@OfficePC> Wayne, as I recall in your case the post mortem thinking was it may have been a regulator failure. I also recall you were flying PPM not PCM. In addition the same day Art had interference issues (also on PPM) in the general location that you lost control. Keith ----- Original Message ----- From: Wayne Galligan To: General pattern discussion Sent: Tuesday, September 02, 2008 11:34 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? That sounds just like what happened when my Aries went in at Nederland. Elevator and throttle oscillated and there was very slow response on controls just like a weak battery. Post crash indicated a good charge on battery but I still think it may have had a bad cell. Only had one flight on it at that time. Wayne Galligan ----- Original Message ----- From: Keith Black To: General pattern discussion Sent: Tuesday, September 02, 2008 11:24 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? I was standing next to Gray when this occurred. What I observed didn't look like a battery failure because the plane began violently oscillating in what appeared to me to be in pitch. This oscillation was so severe that I thought the plane was experiencing flutter. I told Gray to cut the throttle, at which point he said he already had. I looked at his transmitter and the throttle stick was indeed all the way down, however, the engine continued oscillating from high to low. I also looked at his battery meter on his TX and it was well into the black. A couple of times I thought the plane was going to fly off into the distance in this out of control manner but thankfully Gray was able to keep it close to the field. What's puzzling are the following: 1. If it were interference the PCM would have gone into lockout. 2. A combination of in and out of lockout fluctuations would not cause the throttle to go up and down since the throttle stick was down and the lockout was set to idle. 3. If it were RX battery related I would not expect it to oscillate the control surfaces and the throttle, unless the RX freaks out at low voltage. Therefore, I believe this was some type of radio related failure either on the TX or RX side, most likely the RX. One last thought, I have heard people report a bad servos in the system making all the other servos behave badly. Maybe someone has some feedback on this. Keith Black ----- Original Message ----- From: Gray E Fowler To: General pattern discussion Sent: Tuesday, September 02, 2008 9:24 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? Hey Anthony Never set up that warning function. Several people have indicated a low battery. Lance thinks fractured crystal...10 years old, stored in my garage at 105F to 25F or so. Every battery failure I have seen (none were mine) the radio flat out quit. Lance and I are going back out today, better equipped (long pants-machetes!!!) If I find it I can re-test the battery..It tested about 150 MAH of its rated capacity, but I do not have the tester drain the crap out of the volatge. Man that plane flew good....9 lbs 15 oz...My skills are so deteriorated. Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon Anthony Romano Sent by: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org 09/02/2008 09:18 AM Please respond to General pattern discussion To General pattern discussion cc Subject Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? Hi Gray, What a huge bummer. Did you have the low rx alarm function turned on? On the Stylus that is a switchable function that will drop the throttle to alert you to a low rx voltage. Now I am paranoid and have to go check mine. Have heard of similiar "brown out" type of behavior with a Nimh rx battery failure. Hope you can recover the aircraft. This time of year the growth in most places can swallow anything. Many solid flights for almost ten years on my Stylus but it is serviced every winter. Anthony -------------------------------------------------------------------------- To: NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org From: gfowler at raytheon.com Date: Tue, 2 Sep 2008 08:30:17 -0500 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? Guys Yesterday on my 4th flight of the day my PCM Stylus went nuts. PCM program was set for idle throttle and about 5-6 clicks(trim wise) of up elevator-all other surfaces neutral, and this was tested as such by turning off the transmitter. As I passed by center I noticed that I could not gain altitude and the the throttle started going from idle to high...then ailerons started oscillating small left-right deflections. I cut the throttle to the kill position but the engine persisted up-down bursts. I was able to do a 180 degree turn with aileron coming back to center...never losing altitude, but unable to change the altitude,elevator seemed unresponsive. As I passed by center again I was losing more and more control. The plane flew over the wooded area south of the field at about 200 feet high, I could not turn and the ailerons rolled the plane upside down and it went straight down into the trees. This whole episode last about 45 seconds. Cannot find the plane, and remnants of Gustav are headed my way. Plane was new had about 10 flights on it. New battery..NiMH 5 cell pack -no regulator (ran 5 cell packs for years, no regulator) Reciever-1999 Stylus PCM-never crashed, wrapped in foam New switch Transmitter-1999 Stylus, never been serviced, never had problems What would cause a PCM receiver to do such a thing? If I had and intermittent signal, once the receiver did get a signal the only two throttle signals should have been idle (PCM hold) and off (transmitter). I am going to send the transmitter in just to get checked. Thanks guys.... Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Get ideas on sharing photos from people like you. Find new ways to share. 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I pulled on the wires and the insulation came away exposing the break. My airplane was doing the same thing as Grey's because the receiver was losing power and then regaining it causing the servos to freewheel and then jerk back to follow the sticks. Of course the failsafe didn't work without power... Not good. Regards Dave Harmon NSRCA 586 K6XYZ[at]sbcglobal[dot]net Sperry, Ok. -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Gray E Fowler Sent: Tuesday, September 02, 2008 8:30 AM To: NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? Guys Yesterday on my 4th flight of the day my PCM Stylus went nuts. PCM program was set for idle throttle and about 5-6 clicks(trim wise) of up elevator-all other surfaces neutral, and this was tested as such by turning off the transmitter. As I passed by center I noticed that I could not gain altitude and the the throttle started going from idle to high...then ailerons started oscillating small left-right deflections. I cut the throttle to the kill position but the engine persisted up-down bursts. I was able to do a 180 degree turn with aileron coming back to center...never losing altitude, but unable to change the altitude,elevator seemed unresponsive. As I passed by center again I was losing more and more control. The plane flew over the wooded area south of the field at about 200 feet high, I could not turn and the ailerons rolled the plane upside down and it went straight down into the trees. This whole episode last about 45 seconds. Cannot find the plane, and remnants of Gustav are headed my way. Plane was new had about 10 flights on it. New battery..NiMH 5 cell pack -no regulator (ran 5 cell packs for years, no regulator) Reciever-1999 Stylus PCM-never crashed, wrapped in foam New switch Transmitter-1999 Stylus, never been serviced, never had problems What would cause a PCM receiver to do such a thing? If I had and intermittent signal, once the receiver did get a signal the only two throttle signals should have been idle (PCM hold) and off (transmitter). I am going to send the transmitter in just to get checked. Thanks guys.... Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon __________ Information from ESET NOD32 Antivirus, version of virus signature database 3407 (20080902) __________ The message was checked by ESET NOD32 Antivirus. http://www.eset.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: image/jpeg Size: 10517 bytes Desc: not available URL: From vicenterc at comcast.net Tue Sep 2 10:12:13 2008 From: vicenterc at comcast.net (vicenterc at comcast.net) Date: Tue, 02 Sep 2008 18:12:13 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? Message-ID: <090220081812.18679.48BD81F800079FDF000048F722165662760C9D0A9B020A0C0790@comcast.net> Hi Dave, Did you play lotto that day? -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: "Dave Harmon" Here is what caused me a lot of trouble. I didn?t crash but I should have. The wire broke inside of the insulation so I couldn?t see the break. I pulled on the wires and the insulation came away exposing the break. My airplane was doing the same thing as Grey?s because the receiver was losing power and then regaining it causing the servos to freewheel and then jerk back to follow the sticks. Of course the failsafe didn?t work without power?.. Not good. Regards Dave Harmon NSRCA 586 K6XYZ[at]sbcglobal[dot]net Sperry, Ok. -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Gray E Fowler Sent: Tuesday, September 02, 2008 8:30 AM To: NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? Guys Yesterday on my 4th flight of the day my PCM Stylus went nuts. PCM program was set for idle throttle and about 5-6 clicks(trim wise) of up elevator-all other surfaces neutral, and this was tested as such by turning off the transmitter. As I passed by center I noticed that I could not gain altitude and the the throttle started going from idle to high...then ailerons started oscillating small left-right deflections. I cut the throttle to the kill position but the engine persisted up-down bursts. I was able to do a 180 degree turn with aileron coming back to center...never losing altitude, but unable to change the altitude,elevator seemed unresponsive. As I passed by center again I was losing more and more control. The plane flew over the wooded area south of the field at about 200 feet high, I could not turn and the ailerons rolled the plane upside down and it went straight down into the trees. This whole episode last about 45 seconds. Cannot find the plane, and remnants of Gu stav a re headed my way. Plane was new had about 10 flights on it. New battery..NiMH 5 cell pack -no regulator (ran 5 cell packs for years, no regulator) Reciever-1999 Stylus PCM-never crashed, wrapped in foam New switch Transmitter-1999 Stylus, never been serviced, never had problems What would cause a PCM receiver to do such a thing? If I had and intermittent signal, once the receiver did get a signal the only two throttle signals should have been idle (PCM hold) and off (transmitter). I am going to send the transmitter in just to get checked. Thanks guys.... Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon __________ Information from ESET NOD32 Antivirus, version of virus signature database 3407 (20080902) __________ The message was checked by ESET NOD32 Antivirus. http://www.eset.com __________ Information from ESET NOD32 Antivirus, version of virus signature database 3408 (20080902) __________ The message was checked by ESET NOD32 Antivirus. http://www.eset.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: image/jpeg Size: 10517 bytes Desc: not available URL: -------------- next part -------------- An embedded message was scrubbed... From: "Dave Harmon" Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? Date: Tue, 2 Sep 2008 18:08:31 +0000 Size: 741 URL: From k6xyz at sbcglobal.net Tue Sep 2 10:16:01 2008 From: k6xyz at sbcglobal.net (Dave Harmon) Date: Tue, 02 Sep 2008 18:16:01 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? In-Reply-To: <090220081812.18679.48BD81F800079FDF000048F722165662760C9D0A9B020A0C0790@comcast.net> Message-ID: <01df01c90d27$e9c669f0$63dee204@skunkputer> Hi Vince...hahaha no, not that day but I should have!!!! Regards Dave Harmon NSRCA 586 K6XYZ[at]sbcglobal[dot]net Sperry, Ok. -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of vicenterc at comcast.net Sent: Tuesday, September 02, 2008 1:12 PM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? Hi Dave, Did you play lotto that day? -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: "Dave Harmon" Here is what caused me a lot of trouble. I didn't crash but I should have. The wire broke inside of the insulation so I couldn't see the break. I pulled on the wires and the insulation came away exposing the break. My airplane was doing the same thing as Grey's because the receiver was losing power and then regaining it causing the servos to freewheel and then jerk back to follow the sticks. Of course the failsafe didn't work without power... Not good. Regards Dave Harmon NSRCA 586 K6XYZ[at]sbcglobal[dot]net Sperry, Ok. -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Gray E Fowler Sent: Tuesday, September 02, 2008 8:30 AM To: NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? Guys Yesterday on my 4th flight of the day my PCM Stylus went nuts. PCM program was set for idle throttle and about 5-6 clicks(trim wise) of up elevator-all other surfaces neutral, and this was tested as such by turning off the transmitter. As I passed by center I noticed that I could not gain altitude and the the throttle started going from idle to high...then ailerons started oscillating small left-right deflections. I cut the throttle to the kill position but the engine persisted up-down bursts. I was able to do a 180 degree turn with aileron coming back to center...never losing altitude, but unable to change the altitude,elevator seemed unresponsive. A s I pa ssed by center again I was losing more and more control. The plane flew over the wooded area south of the field at about 200 feet high, I could not turn and the ailerons rolled the plane upside down and it went straight down into the trees. This whole episode last about 45 seconds. Cannot find the plane, and remnants of Gustav are headed my way. Plane was new had about 10 flights on it. New battery..NiMH 5 cell pack -no regulator (ran 5 cell packs for years, no regulator) Reciever-1999 Stylus PCM-never crashed, wrapped in foam New switch Transmitter-1999 Stylus, never been serviced, never had problems What would cause a PCM receiver to do such a thing? If I had and intermittent signal, once the receiver did get a signal the only two throttle signals should have been idle (PCM hold) and off (transmitter). I am going to send the transmitter in just to get checked. Thanks guys.... Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon __________ Information from ESET NOD32 Antivirus, version of virus signature database 3407 (20080902) __________ The message was checked by ESET NOD32 Antivirus. http://www.eset.com __________ Information from ESET NOD32 Antivirus, version of virus signature database 3408 (20080902) __________ The message was checked by ESET NOD32 Antivirus. http://www.eset.com __________ Information from ESET NOD32 Antivirus, version of virus signature database 3408 (20080902) __________ The message was checked by ESET NOD32 Antivirus. http://www.eset.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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My airplane was doing the same thing as Grey's because the receiver was losing power and then regaining it causing the servos to freewheel and then jerk back to follow the sticks. Of course the failsafe didn't work without power... Not good. Regards Dave Harmon NSRCA 586 K6XYZ[at]sbcglobal[dot]net Sperry, Ok. -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Gray E Fowler Sent: Tuesday, September 02, 2008 8:30 AM To: NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? Guys Yesterday on my 4th flight of the day my PCM Stylus went nuts. PCM program was set for idle throttle and about 5-6 clicks(trim wise) of up elevator-all other surfaces neutral, and this was tested as such by turning off the transmitter. As I passed by center I noticed that I could not gain altitude and the the throttle started going from idle to high...then ailerons started oscillating small left-right deflections. I cut the throttle to the kill position but the engine persisted up-down bursts. I was able to do a 180 degree turn with aileron coming back to center...never losing altitude, but unable to change the altitude,elevator seemed unresponsive. As I passed by center again I was losing more and more control. The plane flew over the wooded area south of the field at about 200 feet high, I could not turn and the ailerons rolled the plane upside down and it went straight down into the trees. This whole episode last about 45 seconds. Cannot find the plane, and remnants of Gustav are headed my way. Plane was new had about 10 flights on it. New battery..NiMH 5 cell pack -no regulator (ran 5 cell packs for years, no regulator) Reciever-1999 Stylus PCM-never crashed, wrapped in foam New switch Transmitter-1999 Stylus, never been serviced, never had problems What would cause a PCM receiver to do such a thing? If I had and intermittent signal, once the receiver did get a signal the only two throttle signals should have been idle (PCM hold) and off (transmitter). I am going to send the transmitter in just to get checked. Thanks guys.... 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This is why I scraped all of my 72 MHz gear and went to 2.4 GHz. Jay Marshall -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Gray E Fowler Sent: Tuesday, September 02, 2008 9:30 AM To: NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? Guys Yesterday on my 4th flight of the day my PCM Stylus went nuts. PCM program was set for idle throttle and about 5-6 clicks(trim wise) of up elevator-all other surfaces neutral, and this was tested as such by turning off the transmitter. As I passed by center I noticed that I could not gain altitude and the the throttle started going from idle to high...then ailerons started oscillating small left-right deflections. I cut the throttle to the kill position but the engine persisted up-down bursts. I was able to do a 180 degree turn with aileron coming back to center...never losing altitude, but unable to change the altitude,elevator seemed unresponsive. As I passed by center again I was losing more and more control. The plane flew over the wooded area south of the field at about 200 feet high, I could not turn and the ailerons rolled the plane upside down and it went straight down into the trees. This whole episode last about 45 seconds. Cannot find the plane, and remnants of Gustav are headed my way. Plane was new had about 10 flights on it. New battery..NiMH 5 cell pack -no regulator (ran 5 cell packs for years, no regulator) Reciever-1999 Stylus PCM-never crashed, wrapped in foam New switch Transmitter-1999 Stylus, never been serviced, never had problems What would cause a PCM receiver to do such a thing? If I had and intermittent signal, once the receiver did get a signal the only two throttle signals should have been idle (PCM hold) and off (transmitter). I am going to send the transmitter in just to get checked. Thanks guys.... Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From bob at toprudder.com Tue Sep 2 14:42:13 2008 From: bob at toprudder.com (Robert Richards) Date: Tue, 02 Sep 2008 22:42:13 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <350841.84198.qm@web1102.biz.mail.sk1.yahoo.com> Instead of thinking of a battery failure mode as only being low or dead cells, you should also think of the case when a wire or welded strap breaks but continues to make intermittent connection aggravated by vibrations. I have not had this happen with a battery myself, but I have had this happen inside a servo and it caused the exact symptoms described here, but only for that servo. Sounds like everything in the plane was well proven, except for the battery and the switch. I would look very closely at both of those. (provided you find them!). Bob R. Wayne Galligan wrote: That sounds just like what happened when my Aries went in at Nederland. Elevator and throttle oscillated and there was very slow response on controls just like a weak battery. Post crash indicated a good charge on battery but I still think it may have had a bad cell. Only had one flight on it at that time. Wayne Galligan ----- Original Message ----- From: Keith Black To: General pattern discussion Sent: Tuesday, September 02, 2008 11:24 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? I was standing next to Gray when this occurred. What I observed didn't look like a battery failure because the plane began violently oscillating in what appeared to me to be in pitch. This oscillation was so severe that I thought the plane was experiencing flutter. I told Gray to cut the throttle, at which point he said he already had. I looked at his transmitter and the throttle stick was indeed all the way down, however, the engine continued oscillating from high to low. I also looked at his battery meter on his TX and it was well into the black. A couple of times I thought the plane was going to fly off into the distance in this out of control manner but thankfully Gray was able to keep it close to the field. What's puzzling are the following: 1. If it were interference the PCM would have gone into lockout. 2. A combination of in and out of lockout fluctuations would not cause the throttle to go up and down since the throttle stick was down and the lockout was set to idle. 3. If it were RX battery related I would not expect it to oscillate the control surfaces and the throttle, unless the RX freaks out at low voltage. Therefore, I believe this was some type of radio related failure either on the TX or RX side, most likely the RX. One last thought, I have heard people report a bad servos in the system making all the other servos behave badly. Maybe someone has some feedback on this. Keith Black -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From ed_alt at hotmail.com Tue Sep 2 15:11:23 2008 From: ed_alt at hotmail.com (Ed Alt) Date: Tue, 02 Sep 2008 23:11:23 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? References: <3EACC2DFBCD44B209FDB4A9E7C0C8B2F@OfficePC> Message-ID: Possibly everything just started with elevator flutter, possibly from a broken hinge. If it was violent enough, and it there was some common mounting platform to the throttle servo, maybe that tray broke loose and started thrashing the throttle. Last failure on the ailerons, maybe a stressed elevator/rudderthrottle servo overloaded the power bus enough to cause the receiver decoder to not be able to send a decent quality signal, or maybe the voltage was just pulled too low to allow the aileron servos to process a good signal properly. All speculation, but it's a possibility. Tough loss no matter what happened. Ed ----- Original Message ----- From: Keith Black To: General pattern discussion Sent: Tuesday, September 02, 2008 11:24 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? I was standing next to Gray when this occurred. What I observed didn't look like a battery failure because the plane began violently oscillating in what appeared to me to be in pitch. This oscillation was so severe that I thought the plane was experiencing flutter. I told Gray to cut the throttle, at which point he said he already had. I looked at his transmitter and the throttle stick was indeed all the way down, however, the engine continued oscillating from high to low. I also looked at his battery meter on his TX and it was well into the black. A couple of times I thought the plane was going to fly off into the distance in this out of control manner but thankfully Gray was able to keep it close to the field. What's puzzling are the following: 1. If it were interference the PCM would have gone into lockout. 2. A combination of in and out of lockout fluctuations would not cause the throttle to go up and down since the throttle stick was down and the lockout was set to idle. 3. If it were RX battery related I would not expect it to oscillate the control surfaces and the throttle, unless the RX freaks out at low voltage. Therefore, I believe this was some type of radio related failure either on the TX or RX side, most likely the RX. One last thought, I have heard people report a bad servos in the system making all the other servos behave badly. Maybe someone has some feedback on this. Keith Black ----- Original Message ----- From: Gray E Fowler To: General pattern discussion Sent: Tuesday, September 02, 2008 9:24 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? Hey Anthony Never set up that warning function. Several people have indicated a low battery. Lance thinks fractured crystal...10 years old, stored in my garage at 105F to 25F or so. Every battery failure I have seen (none were mine) the radio flat out quit. Lance and I are going back out today, better equipped (long pants-machetes!!!) If I find it I can re-test the battery..It tested about 150 MAH of its rated capacity, but I do not have the tester drain the crap out of the volatge. Man that plane flew good....9 lbs 15 oz...My skills are so deteriorated. Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon Anthony Romano Sent by: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org 09/02/2008 09:18 AM Please respond to General pattern discussion To General pattern discussion cc Subject Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? Hi Gray, What a huge bummer. Did you have the low rx alarm function turned on? On the Stylus that is a switchable function that will drop the throttle to alert you to a low rx voltage. Now I am paranoid and have to go check mine. Have heard of similiar "brown out" type of behavior with a Nimh rx battery failure. Hope you can recover the aircraft. This time of year the growth in most places can swallow anything. Many solid flights for almost ten years on my Stylus but it is serviced every winter. Anthony ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- To: NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org From: gfowler at raytheon.com Date: Tue, 2 Sep 2008 08:30:17 -0500 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? Guys Yesterday on my 4th flight of the day my PCM Stylus went nuts. PCM program was set for idle throttle and about 5-6 clicks(trim wise) of up elevator-all other surfaces neutral, and this was tested as such by turning off the transmitter. As I passed by center I noticed that I could not gain altitude and the the throttle started going from idle to high...then ailerons started oscillating small left-right deflections. I cut the throttle to the kill position but the engine persisted up-down bursts. I was able to do a 180 degree turn with aileron coming back to center...never losing altitude, but unable to change the altitude,elevator seemed unresponsive. As I passed by center again I was losing more and more control. The plane flew over the wooded area south of the field at about 200 feet high, I could not turn and the ailerons rolled the plane upside down and it went straight down into the trees. This whole episode last about 45 seconds. Cannot find the plane, and remnants of Gustav are headed my way. Plane was new had about 10 flights on it. New battery..NiMH 5 cell pack -no regulator (ran 5 cell packs for years, no regulator) Reciever-1999 Stylus PCM-never crashed, wrapped in foam New switch Transmitter-1999 Stylus, never been serviced, never had problems What would cause a PCM receiver to do such a thing? If I had and intermittent signal, once the receiver did get a signal the only two throttle signals should have been idle (PCM hold) and off (transmitter). I am going to send the transmitter in just to get checked. Thanks guys.... 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In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <1122894884FD456B95668BC1C24DDC48@larrynlisa> Gray, What type and brand of servos were you using? I've had oscillation problems when using JR digital servos and noted it on range checking. I swapped out the JR servos with Airtronics digitals and the problem went away. Did you by chance check the battery performance on the Rx pack with a similar load that was being placed by the servos? I would be curious what the discharge curve looked like after the crash if the Rx pack survived, assuming there is data with a higher discharge rate closer to the servo load.Looks like your planning on testing this. I had an instance with a FM Rx where the plane just shot down to a 45 degree during a level flight path. I was told by folks watching that I couldn't have put that much stick in to make the plane react like that. When I landed I found the antenna coiled up. After I fixed that it did it again. I then switched to a PCM Rx with all Futaba digital servo's and never had another problem in that plane. It was also suggested that my crystal was cracked or bad on that Rx. When Airtronics looked at it they could find anything wrong with the Tx or Rx and replaced the crystal in the FM Rx anyway. I've used that Rx in sport planes with no problems since. Perhaps Mark Atwood may chime in. I'm not sponsored and I'm not a Stylus expert, just curious. I fly the Stylus Tx and the PCM Rx. Larry Diamond _____ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Gray E Fowler Sent: Tuesday, September 02, 2008 9:25 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? Hey Anthony Never set up that warning function. Several people have indicated a low battery. Lance thinks fractured crystal...10 years old, stored in my garage at 105F to 25F or so. Every battery failure I have seen (none were mine) the radio flat out quit. Lance and I are going back out today, better equipped (long pants-machetes!!!) If I find it I can re-test the battery..It tested about 150 MAH of its rated capacity, but I do not have the tester drain the crap out of the volatge. Man that plane flew good....9 lbs 15 oz...My skills are so deteriorated. Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon Anthony Romano Sent by: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org 09/02/2008 09:18 AM Please respond to General pattern discussion To General pattern discussion cc Subject Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? Hi Gray, What a huge bummer. Did you have the low rx alarm function turned on? On the Stylus that is a switchable function that will drop the throttle to alert you to a low rx voltage. Now I am paranoid and have to go check mine. Have heard of similiar "brown out" type of behavior with a Nimh rx battery failure. Hope you can recover the aircraft. This time of year the growth in most places can swallow anything. Many solid flights for almost ten years on my Stylus but it is serviced every winter. Anthony _____ To: NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org From: gfowler at raytheon.com Date: Tue, 2 Sep 2008 08:30:17 -0500 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ideas on radio beserkness-cause of crash?? Guys Yesterday on my 4th flight of the day my PCM Stylus went nuts. PCM program was set for idle throttle and about 5-6 clicks(trim wise) of up elevator-all other surfaces neutral, and this was tested as such by turning off the transmitter. As I passed by center I noticed that I could not gain altitude and the the throttle started going from idle to high...then ailerons started oscillating small left-right deflections. I cut the throttle to the kill position but the engine persisted up-down bursts. I was able to do a 180 degree turn with aileron coming back to center...never losing altitude, but unable to change the altitude,elevator seemed unresponsive. As I passed by center again I was losing more and more control. The plane flew over the wooded area south of the field at about 200 feet high, I could not turn and the ailerons rolled the plane upside down and it went straight down into the trees. This whole episode last about 45 seconds. Cannot find the plane, and remnants of Gustav are headed my way. Plane was new had about 10 flights on it. New battery..NiMH 5 cell pack -no regulator (ran 5 cell packs for years, no regulator) Reciever-1999 Stylus PCM-never crashed, wrapped in foam New switch Transmitter-1999 Stylus, never been serviced, never had problems What would cause a PCM receiver to do such a thing? If I had and intermittent signal, once the receiver did get a signal the only two throttle signals should have been idle (PCM hold) and off (transmitter). I am going to send the transmitter in just to get checked. Thanks guys.... Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon _____ Get ideas on sharing photos from people like you. Find new ways to share. Get Ideas Here!_______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From gfowler at raytheon.com Wed Sep 3 06:26:49 2008 From: gfowler at raytheon.com (Gray E Fowler) Date: Wed, 03 Sep 2008 14:26:49 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! In-Reply-To: <1122894884FD456B95668BC1C24DDC48@larrynlisa> Message-ID: Lance and I went out and found the plane right where it was supposed to be. Do not know how I missed it the first day, so I am going to say that someone went into the woods Monday night and moved it . What is amazing in the minimal damage the plane has considering it went straight in from 200 feet, albeit at a slow speed. The horrible reverbed cracking sound Keith and I heard was the carbon fiber wing tube breaking. Both wings have limited leading edge damage, the stab has a golfball size divot on the R LE, an easy to repair crack in the fuse (buckle failure) behind one wing and a little nose ring area damage. That is all. The battery pack had broken the 3/8 balsa sticks on impact that were bonded into place (my battery packs are not "removeable" per say) and the battey pack was on the ground at the nose of the plane. The plane was standing vertical on the undamage spinner being held up by the tree branches. Once we got home we hooked eveything up and of course it all worked fine. Knowing that the battery pack essentially had the same charge as when the plane went in, Lance took the battery pack home for diagnostics. Using the Robbe charger he cycled the1450 mah pack down....it read 80 mah. He then charged it and it read 1000 mah. Anthony described a NiMH "brown out" and that is starting to make alot of sense. 6 volt packNiMH , drained does not just die like a 4.8 volt NiCad. Also an important note is I now think the plane was going in and out of PCM lock. When I tested PCM lock the throttle did cut, but not to low idle. It cut to about 20% throttle (programming error), hence the pulsing of the throttle that I experienced. If this diagnosis is correct then it is a testament to using PCM as I was able to fly the plane for 45 seconds before impact...had I been closer when the problem started I may have even been able to score a "10" FAI landing (not really-I would have gone for the grass instead of the runway). Anyway I am sending the entire radio off for examination, try to see why the battery was so low, and fix the plane for spring. Thanks for the ideas Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From vicenterc at comcast.net Wed Sep 3 06:41:15 2008 From: vicenterc at comcast.net (vicenterc at comcast.net) Date: Wed, 03 Sep 2008 14:41:15 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Message-ID: <090320081441.18811.48BEA2050005F9BC0000497B22155934140C9D0A9B020A0C0790@comcast.net> Gray, Yes, that is good news. Clearly the battery was the problem. I had heard that some chargers get a "false peak" and stop charging when the battery is not really fully charged. I wonder if this was the problem. -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: Gray E Fowler Lance and I went out and found the plane right where it was supposed to be. Do not know how I missed it the first day, so I am going to say that someone went into the woods Monday night and moved it . What is amazing in the minimal damage the plane has considering it went straight in from 200 feet, albeit at a slow speed. The horrible reverbed cracking sound Keith and I heard was the carbon fiber wing tube breaking. Both wings have limited leading edge damage, the stab has a golfball size divot on the R LE, an easy to repair crack in the fuse (buckle failure) behind one wing and a little nose ring area damage. That is all. The battery pack had broken the 3/8 balsa sticks on impact that were bonded into place (my battery packs are not "removeable" per say) and the battey pack was on the ground at the nose of the plane. The plane was standing vertical on the undamage spinner being held up by the tree branches. Once we got home we hooked eveything up and of course it all worked fine. Knowing that the battery pack essentially had the same charge as when the plane went in, Lance took the battery pack home for diagnostics. Using the Robbe charger he cycled the1450 mah pack down....it read 80 mah. He then charged it and it read 1000 mah. Anthony described a NiMH "brown out" and that is starting to make alot of sense. 6 volt packNiMH , drained does not just die like a 4.8 volt NiCad. Also an important note is I now think the plane was going in and out of PCM lock. When I tested PCM lock the throttle did cut, but not to low idle. It cut to about 20% throttle (programming error), hence the pulsing o f the throttle that I experienced. If this diagnosis is correct then it is a testament to using PCM as I was able to fly the plane for 45 seconds before impact...had I been closer when the problem started I may have even been able to score a "10" FAI landing (not really-I would have gone for the grass instead of the runway). Anyway I am sending the entire radio off for examination, try to see why the battery was so low, and fix the plane for spring. Thanks for the ideas Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From vanputte at cox.net Wed Sep 3 06:55:45 2008 From: vanputte at cox.net (Ron Van Putte) Date: Wed, 03 Sep 2008 14:55:45 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! In-Reply-To: <090320081441.18811.48BEA2050005F9BC0000497B22155934140C9D0A9B020A0C0790@comcast.net> References: <090320081441.18811.48BEA2050005F9BC0000497B22155934140C9D0A9B020A0C0790@comcast.net> Message-ID: Since I have a small hobby shop, I sell a lot of battery packs. I try to remember to remind customers that a peak detection charger is just that; it looks for a peak and ramps back to a trickle charge. A new four-cell or five-cell receiver pack will normally achieve four or five peaks, respectively. If the customer thinks that his new battery pack is charged after the first peak, he will be lucky to get through a flight or two. I recommend that customers use a 'wall wart' to charge their new battery packs overnight for the first few times. That way, all cells come up to full charge before the pack is used. However, to be fair, I doubt Gray had a new pack in his airplane that he'd just taken off his peak detector charger, but his crash gives me an opportunity to get on my 'how to charge new battery packs' soapbox. Ron VP On Sep 3, 2008, at 9:41 AM, vicenterc at comcast.net wrote: > Gray, > > Yes, that is good news. Clearly the battery was the problem. I > had heard that some chargers get a "false peak" and stop charging > when the battery is not really fully charged. I wonder if this was > the problem. > > -- > Vicente "Vince" Bortone > > -------------- Original message -------------- > From: Gray E Fowler > > Lance and I went out and found the plane right where it was > supposed to be. Do not know how I missed it the first day, so I am > going to say that someone went into the woods Monday night and > moved it . > > What is amazing in the minimal damage the plane has considering it > went straight in from 200 feet, albeit at a slow speed. The > horrible reverbed cracking sound Keith and I heard was the carbon > fiber wing tube breaking. Both wings have limited leading edge > damage, the stab has a golfball size divot on the R LE, an easy to > repair crack in the fuse (buckle failure) behind one wing and a > little nose ring area damage. That is all. > > The battery pack had broken the 3/8 bals a stic ks on impact that > were bonded into place (my battery packs are not "removeable" per > say) and the battey pack was on the ground at the nose of the > plane. The plane was standing vertical on the undamage spinner > being held up by the tree branches. Once we got home we hooked > eveything up and of course it all worked fine. Knowing that the > battery pack essentially had the same charge as when the plane went > in, Lance took the battery pack home for diagnostics. Using the > Robbe charger he cycled the1450 mah pack down....it read 80 mah. > He then charged it and it read 1000 mah. Anthony described a NiMH > "brown out" and that is starting to make alot of sense. 6 volt > packNiMH , drained does not just die like a 4.8 volt NiCad. Also an > important note is I now think the plane was going in and out of PCM > lock. When I tested PCM lock the throttle did cut, but not to low > idle. It cut to about 20% throttle (programming error), hence the > pulsing of the throttle that I exper ienced. If this diagnosis is > correct then it is a testament to using PCM as I was able to fly > the plane for 45 seconds before impact...had I been closer when the > problem started I may have even been able to score a "10" FAI > landing (not really-I would have gone for the grass instead of the > runway). > > Anyway I am sending the entire radio off for examination, try to > see why the battery was so low, and fix the plane for spring. > > Thanks for the ideas > > > > > > > Gray Fowler > Senior Principal Chemical Engineer > Radomes and Specialty Apertures > Technical Staff Composites Engineering > Raytheon > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From schale at optonline.net Wed Sep 3 06:59:17 2008 From: schale at optonline.net (Stuart Chale) Date: Wed, 03 Sep 2008 14:59:17 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <48BEA628.5000406@optonline.net> An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From gfowler at raytheon.com Wed Sep 3 07:02:01 2008 From: gfowler at raytheon.com (Gray E Fowler) Date: Wed, 03 Sep 2008 15:02:01 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! In-Reply-To: Message-ID: Ron See the reply to Vicente...new pack cycled on Robbe with NiMh soft peak detector...The Robbe also has a continuous 250Mah rate charger...sounds like I need to use that first. In all my years of flying...I have never had a battery failure. Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon Ron Van Putte Sent by: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org 09/03/2008 09:57 AM Please respond to General pattern discussion To General pattern discussion cc Subject Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Since I have a small hobby shop, I sell a lot of battery packs. I try to remember to remind customers that a peak detection charger is just that; it looks for a peak and ramps back to a trickle charge. A new four-cell or five-cell receiver pack will normally achieve four or five peaks, respectively. If the customer thinks that his new battery pack is charged after the first peak, he will be lucky to get through a flight or two. I recommend that customers use a 'wall wart' to charge their new battery packs overnight for the first few times. That way, all cells come up to full charge before the pack is used. However, to be fair, I doubt Gray had a new pack in his airplane that he'd just taken off his peak detector charger, but his crash gives me an opportunity to get on my 'how to charge new battery packs' soapbox. Ron VP On Sep 3, 2008, at 9:41 AM, vicenterc at comcast.net wrote: > Gray, > > Yes, that is good news. Clearly the battery was the problem. I > had heard that some chargers get a "false peak" and stop charging > when the battery is not really fully charged. I wonder if this was > the problem. > > -- > Vicente "Vince" Bortone > > -------------- Original message -------------- > From: Gray E Fowler > > Lance and I went out and found the plane right where it was > supposed to be. Do not know how I missed it the first day, so I am > going to say that someone went into the woods Monday night and > moved it . > > What is amazing in the minimal damage the plane has considering it > went straight in from 200 feet, albeit at a slow speed. The > horrible reverbed cracking sound Keith and I heard was the carbon > fiber wing tube breaking. Both wings have limited leading edge > damage, the stab has a golfball size divot on the R LE, an easy to > repair crack in the fuse (buckle failure) behind one wing and a > little nose ring area damage. That is all. > > The battery pack had broken the 3/8 bals a stic ks on impact that > were bonded into place (my battery packs are not "removeable" per > say) and the battey pack was on the ground at the nose of the > plane. The plane was standing vertical on the undamage spinner > being held up by the tree branches. Once we got home we hooked > eveything up and of course it all worked fine. Knowing that the > battery pack essentially had the same charge as when the plane went > in, Lance took the battery pack home for diagnostics. Using the > Robbe charger he cycled the1450 mah pack down....it read 80 mah. > He then charged it and it read 1000 mah. Anthony described a NiMH > "brown out" and that is starting to make alot of sense. 6 volt > packNiMH , drained does not just die like a 4.8 volt NiCad. Also an > important note is I now think the plane was going in and out of PCM > lock. When I tested PCM lock the throttle did cut, but not to low > idle. It cut to about 20% throttle (programming error), hence the > pulsing of the throttle that I exper ienced. If this diagnosis is > correct then it is a testament to using PCM as I was able to fly > the plane for 45 seconds before impact...had I been closer when the > problem started I may have even been able to score a "10" FAI > landing (not really-I would have gone for the grass instead of the > runway). > > Anyway I am sending the entire radio off for examination, try to > see why the battery was so low, and fix the plane for spring. > > Thanks for the ideas > > > > > > > Gray Fowler > Senior Principal Chemical Engineer > Radomes and Specialty Apertures > Technical Staff Composites Engineering > Raytheon > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jpavlick at idseng.com Wed Sep 3 07:03:21 2008 From: jpavlick at idseng.com (John Pavlick) Date: Wed, 03 Sep 2008 15:03:21 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <558676.62260.qm@web80504.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Gray, ?That's good news. At least the plane will live to fly again AND maybe a lesson was learned here somewhere. Like?I said, I'm not using NiMH airborne packs anymore. I haven't had any major catastrophes but I've had a couple of close calls. The latest was with a good quality 4-cell pack.?I had one season on it. It sat idle for a while then i decided to fly the plane again.?I cycled it 3 times before attempting to fly. It discharged (@ 250mA rate) at greater than rated capacity. I checked it at the field on my ESV and it was in the green so?I assumed I was OK. When running up the plane, after a few minutes of playing with the needle etc, I lost all control. The throttle wouldn't return to idle, no aileron, elevator or rudder. I pulled the fuel line and shut off the engine and then checked the battery. About 2.5V. That's it. Obviously a few dead cells. Luckily this happened on the ground. Like?I said, all my new stuff has 2 LiPOs and 2 regulators with a fail-safe switch. I only use batteries for 1 year, then they go into the foamy pool.? ? John Pavlick --- On Wed, 9/3/08, Gray E Fowler wrote: From: Gray E Fowler Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! To: "General pattern discussion" Date: Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 2:13 PM Lance and I went out and found the plane right where it was supposed to be. Do not know how I missed it the first day, so I am going to say that someone went into the woods Monday night and moved it . What ?is amazing in the minimal damage the plane has considering it went straight in from 200 feet, albeit at a slow speed. The horrible reverbed cracking sound Keith and I heard was the carbon fiber wing tube breaking. Both wings have limited leading edge damage, the stab has a golfball size divot on the R LE, an easy to repair crack in the fuse (buckle failure) behind one wing and a little nose ring area damage. That is all. The battery pack had broken the 3/8 balsa sticks on impact that were bonded into place (my battery packs are not "removeable" per say) and the battey pack was on the ground at the nose of the plane. The plane was standing vertical ?on the undamage spinner being held up by the tree branches. ?Once we got home we hooked eveything up and of course it all worked fine. Knowing that the battery pack essentially had the same charge as when the plane went in, Lance took the battery pack home for diagnostics. ?Using the Robbe charger he cycled the1450 mah ?pack down....it read 80 mah. He then charged it and it read 1000 mah. Anthony described a NiMH "brown out" and that is starting to make alot of sense. ?6 volt packNiMH , drained does not just die like a 4.8 volt NiCad. Also an important note is I now think the plane was going in and out of PCM lock. When I tested PCM lock the throttle did cut, but not to low idle. It cut to about 20% throttle (programming error), hence the pulsing of the throttle that I experienced. If this diagnosis is correct then it is a testament to using PCM as I was able to fly the plane for 45 seconds before impact...had I been closer when the problem started I may have even been able to score a "10" FAI landing (not really-I would have gone for the grass instead of the runway). Anyway I am sending the entire radio off for examination, try to see why the battery was so low, and fix the plane for spring. Thanks for the ideas ? Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon_______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From vicenterc at comcast.net Wed Sep 3 07:22:13 2008 From: vicenterc at comcast.net (vicenterc at comcast.net) Date: Wed, 03 Sep 2008 15:22:13 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Message-ID: <090320081522.28218.48BEAB9A0004660400006E3A22165579960C9D0A9B020A0C0790@comcast.net> John, I am using the exact same approach in the last two season. Very good results. Having a back up battery is good insurance. -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: John Pavlick Gray, That's good news. At least the plane will live to fly again AND maybe a lesson was learned here somewhere. Like I said, I'm not using NiMH airborne packs anymore. I haven't had any major catastrophes but I've had a couple of close calls. The latest was with a good quality 4-cell pack. I had one season on it. It sat idle for a while then i decided to fly the plane again. I cycled it 3 times before attempting to fly. It discharged (@ 250mA rate) at greater than rated capacity. I checked it at the field on my ESV and it was in the green so I assumed I was OK. When running up the plane, after a few minutes of playing with the needle etc, I lost all control. The throttle wouldn't return to idle, no aileron, elevator or rudder. I pulled the fuel line and shut off the engine and then checked the battery. About 2.5V. That's it. Obviously a few dead cells. Luckily this happened on the ground. Like I said, all my new stuff has 2 LiPOs and 2 regulators with a fail-safe switch. I only u se bat teries for 1 year, then they go into the foamy pool. John Pavlick --- On Wed, 9/3/08, Gray E Fowler wrote: From: Gray E Fowler Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! To: "General pattern discussion" Date: Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 2:13 PM Lance and I went out and found the plane right where it was supposed to be. Do not know how I missed it the first day, so I am going to say that someone went into the woods Monday night and moved it . What is amazing in the minimal damage the plane has considering it went straight in from 200 feet, albeit at a slow speed. The horrible reverbed cracking sound Keith and I heard was the carbon fiber wing tube breaking. Both wings have limited leading edge damage, the stab has a golfball size divot on the R LE, an easy to repair crack in the fuse (buckle failure) behind one wing and a little nose ring area damage. That is all. The battery pack had broken the 3/8 balsa sticks on impact that were bonded into place (my battery packs are not "removeable" per say) and the battey pack was on the ground at the nose of the plane. The plane was standing vertical on the undamage spinner being held up by the tree branches. Once we got home we hooked eveything up and of course it all worked fine. Knowing that the battery pack essentially had the same charge as when the plane went in, Lance took the battery pack home for diagnostics. Using the Robbe charger he cycled the1450 mah pack down....it read 80 mah. He then charged it and it read 1000 mah. Anthony described a NiMH "brown out" and that is starting to make alot of sense. 6 volt packNiMH , drained does not just die like a 4.8 volt NiCad. Also an important note is I now think the plane was going in and out of PCM lock. When I tested PCM lock the throttle did cut, but not to low idle. It cut to about 20% throttle (programming error), hence the pulsing o f the throttle that I experienced. If this diagnosis is correct then it is a testament to using PCM as I was able to fly the plane for 45 seconds before impact...had I been closer when the problem started I may have even been able to score a "10" FAI landing (not really-I would have gone for the grass instead of the runway). Anyway I am sending the entire radio off for examination, try to see why the battery was so low, and fix the plane for spring. Thanks for the ideas Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- An embedded message was scrubbed... From: John Pavlick Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Date: Wed, 3 Sep 2008 15:04:49 +0000 Size: 717 URL: From homeremodeling2003 at yahoo.com Wed Sep 3 07:24:16 2008 From: homeremodeling2003 at yahoo.com (krishlan fitzsimmons) Date: Wed, 03 Sep 2008 15:24:16 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <794221.41344.qm@web33008.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Gray, New pack or not (as you probably know) doesn't matter. I lost a plane that had a brand new NMP Lithium Ion pack in it. I charged it the night before with the NMP charger, checked it under load before I took off. Then I took off and came back downwind and had nothing. My PCM was set to hold the last position. The wind pushed the tail around and it flew back past us and way off into the Nevada desert. Took five hours to find. We took the wrapper off the pack and tested the cells individually. One was fully dead, the other was fine. Brand new pack.. There's a lot of validity to running a dual pack setup. I still don't, but I can see how it would save a lot of planes. Glad you got it back!! Chris ? ? ? --- On Wed, 9/3/08, Gray E Fowler wrote: From: Gray E Fowler Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! To: "General pattern discussion" Date: Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 8:00 AM Ron See the reply to Vicente...new pack cycled on Robbe with NiMh soft peak detector...The Robbe also has a continuous 250Mah rate charger...sounds like I need to use that first. In all my years of flying...I have never had a battery failure. Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon Ron Van Putte Sent by: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org 09/03/2008 09:57 AM Please respond to General pattern discussion To General pattern discussion cc Subject Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Since I have a small hobby shop, I sell a lot of battery packs. ?I ? try to remember to remind customers that a peak detection charger is ? just that; it looks for a peak and ramps back to a trickle charge. ?A ? new four-cell or five-cell receiver pack will normally achieve four ? or five peaks, respectively. ?If the customer thinks that his new ? battery pack is charged after the first peak, he will be lucky to get ? through a flight or two. ?I recommend that customers use a 'wall ? wart' to charge their new battery packs overnight for the first few ? times. ?That way, all cells come up to full charge before the pack is ? used. ?However, to be fair, I doubt Gray had a new pack in his ? airplane that he'd just taken off his peak detector charger, but his ? crash gives me an opportunity to get on my 'how to charge new battery ? packs' soapbox. Ron VP On Sep 3, 2008, at 9:41 AM, vicenterc at comcast.net wrote: > Gray, > > Yes, that is good news. ?Clearly the battery was the problem. ?I ? > had heard that some chargers get a "false peak" and stop charging ? > when the battery is not really fully charged. ?I wonder if this was ? > the problem. > > -- > Vicente "Vince" Bortone > > -------------- Original message -------------- > From: Gray E Fowler > > Lance and I went out and found the plane right where it was ? > supposed to be. Do not know how I missed it the first day, so I am ? > going to say that someone went into the woods Monday night and ? > moved it . > > What ?is amazing in the minimal damage the plane has considering it ? > went straight in from 200 feet, albeit at a slow speed. The ? > horrible reverbed cracking sound Keith and I heard was the carbon ? > fiber wing tube breaking. Both wings have limited leading edge ? > damage, the stab has a golfball size divot on the R LE, an easy to ? > repair crack in the fuse (buckle failure) behind one wing and a ? > little nose ring area damage. That is all. > > The battery pack had broken the 3/8 bals a stic ks on impact that ? > were bonded into place (my battery packs are not "removeable" per ? > say) and the battey pack was on the ground at the nose of the ? > plane. The plane was standing vertical ?on the undamage spinner ? > being held up by the tree branches. ?Once we got home we hooked ? > eveything up and of course it all worked fine. Knowing that the ? > battery pack essentially had the same charge as when the plane went ? > in, Lance took the battery pack home for diagnostics. ?Using the ? > Robbe charger he cycled the1450 mah ?pack down....it read 80 mah. ? > He then charged it and it read 1000 mah. Anthony described a NiMH ? > "brown out" and that is starting to make alot of sense. ?6 volt ? > packNiMH , drained does not just die like a 4.8 volt NiCad. Also an ? > important note is I now think the plane was going in and out of PCM ? > lock. When I tested PCM lock the throttle did cut, but not to low ? > idle. It cut to about 20% throttle (programming error), hence the ? > pulsing of the throttle that I exper ienced. If this diagnosis is ? > correct then it is a testament to using PCM as I was able to fly ? > the plane for 45 seconds before impact...had I been closer when the ? > problem started I may have even been able to score a "10" FAI ? > landing (not really-I would have gone for the grass instead of the ? > runway). > > Anyway I am sending the entire radio off for examination, try to ? > see why the battery was so low, and fix the plane for spring. > > Thanks for the ideas > > > > > > > Gray Fowler > Senior Principal Chemical Engineer > Radomes and Specialty Apertures > Technical Staff Composites Engineering > Raytheon > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From gfowler at raytheon.com Wed Sep 3 07:26:46 2008 From: gfowler at raytheon.com (Gray E Fowler) Date: Wed, 03 Sep 2008 15:26:46 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! In-Reply-To: <090320081441.18811.48BEA2050005F9BC0000497B22155934140C9D0A9B020A0C0790@comcast.net> Message-ID: Vicente The Robbe charger has a setting for soft peak, which is to be used for NiMH. This is what I had. I cycled twice before using this new battery..what I remember was getting about 1300 Mah from this 1450 mah pack. I think there may be a "high drain" problem on the plane in addition. Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon vicenterc at comcast.net Sent by: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org 09/03/2008 09:42 AM Please respond to General pattern discussion To General pattern discussion cc Subject Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Gray, Yes, that is good news. Clearly the battery was the problem. I had heard that some chargers get a "false peak" and stop charging when the battery is not really fully charged. I wonder if this was the problem. -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: Gray E Fowler Lance and I went out and found the plane right where it was supposed to be. Do not know how I missed it the first day, so I am going to say that someone went into the woods Monday night and moved it . What is amazing in the minimal damage the plane has considering it went straight in from 200 feet, albeit at a slow speed. The horrible reverbed cracking sound Keith and I heard was the carbon fiber wing tube breaking. Both wings have limited leading edge damage, the stab has a golfball size divot on the R LE, an easy to repair crack in the fuse (buckle failure) behind one wing and a little nose ring area damage. That is all. The battery pack had broken the 3/8 bals a stic ks on impact that were bonded into place (my battery packs are not "removeable" per say) and the battey pack was on the ground at the nose of the plane. The plane was standing vertical on the undamage spinner being held up by the tree branches. Once we got home we hooked eveything up and of course it all worked fine. Knowing that the battery pack essentially had the same charge as when the plane went in, Lance took the battery pack home for diagnostics. Using the Robbe charger he cycled the1450 mah pack down....it read 80 mah. He then charged it and it read 1000 mah. Anthony described a NiMH "brown out" and that is starting to make alot of sense. 6 volt packNiMH , drained does not just die like a 4.8 volt NiCad. Also an important note is I now think the plane was going in and out of PCM lock. When I tested PCM lock the throttle did cut, but not to low idle. It cut to about 20% throttle (programming error), hence the pulsing of the throttle that I exper ienced. If this diagnosis is correct then it is a testament to using PCM as I was able to fly the plane for 45 seconds before impact...had I been closer when the problem started I may have even been able to score a "10" FAI landing (not really-I would have gone for the grass instead of the runway). Anyway I am sending the entire radio off for examination, try to see why the battery was so low, and fix the plane for spring. Thanks for the ideas Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From vicenterc at comcast.net Wed Sep 3 07:43:53 2008 From: vicenterc at comcast.net (vicenterc at comcast.net) Date: Wed, 03 Sep 2008 15:43:53 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Message-ID: <090320081543.10097.48BEB0B5000E16870000277122165579960C9D0A9B020A0C0790@comcast.net> Gray, Yes, high drain could have been the problem. Since the plane is in good condition probably you can check. I think you should consider using two batteries of your preference. I starting to use the 9100 receiver that already has two power inputs. Check details here: http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=SPMAR9100 -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: Gray E Fowler Vicente The Robbe charger has a setting for soft peak, which is to be used for NiMH. This is what I had. I cycled twice before using this new battery..what I remember was getting about 1300 Mah from this 1450 mah pack. I think there may be a "high drain" problem on the plane in addition. Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon vicenterc at comcast.net Sent by: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org 09/03/2008 09:42 AM Please respond to General pattern discussion ToGeneral pattern discussion cc SubjectRe: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Gray, Yes, that is good news. Clearly the battery was the problem. I had heard that some chargers get a "false peak" and stop charging when the battery is not really fully charged. I wonder if this was the problem. -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: Gray E Fowler Lance and I went out and found the plane right where it was supposed to be. Do not know how I missed it the first day, so I am going to say that someone went into the woods Monday night and moved it . What is amazing in the minimal damage the plane has considering it went straight in from 200 feet, albeit at a slow speed. The horrible reverbed cracking sound Keith and I heard was the carbon fiber wing tube breaking. Both wings have limited leading edge damage, the stab has a golfball size divot on the R LE, an easy to repair crack in the fuse (buckle failure) behind one wing and a little nose ring area damage. That is all. The battery pack had broken the 3/8 bals a stic ks on impact that were bonded into place (my battery packs are not "removeable" per say) and the battey pack was on the ground at the nose of the plane. The plane was standing vertical on the undamage spinner being held up by the tree branches. Once we got home we hooked eveything up and of course it all worked fine. Knowing that the battery pack essentially had the same charge as when the plane went in, Lance took the battery pack home for diagnostics. Using the Robbe charger he cycled the1450 mah pack down....it read 80 mah. He then charged it and it read 1000 mah. Anthony described a NiMH "brown out" and that is starting to make alot of sense. 6 volt packNiMH , drained does not just die like a 4.8 volt NiCad. Also an important note is I now think the plane was going in and out of PCM lock. When I tested PCM lock the throttle did cut, but not to low idle. It cut to about 20% throttle (programming error), hence the pulsing of th e throttle that I exper ienced. If this diagnosis is correct then it is a testament to using PCM as I was able to fly the plane for 45 seconds before impact...had I been closer when the problem started I may have even been able to score a "10" FAI landing (not really-I would have gone for the grass instead of the runway). Anyway I am sending the entire radio off for examination, try to see why the battery was so low, and fix the plane for spring. Thanks for the ideas Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- An embedded message was scrubbed... From: Gray E Fowler Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Date: Wed, 3 Sep 2008 15:28:53 +0000 Size: 719 URL: From lightfoot at sc.rr.com Wed Sep 3 07:53:43 2008 From: lightfoot at sc.rr.com (Jay Marshall) Date: Wed, 03 Sep 2008 15:53:43 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! In-Reply-To: <090320081543.10097.48BEB0B5000E16870000277122165579960C9D0A9B020A0C0790@comcast.net> Message-ID: As I read the literature, the dual battery setup is designed to provide a heavier buss for more current. It does not solve the problem of a failed battery(s). This could effectively add even more drain. The ideal setup still seems to be dual battery packs with dual regulators, or some other means to isolate a failed pack. Jay Marshall -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of vicenterc at comcast.net Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2008 11:44 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Gray, Yes, high drain could have been the problem. Since the plane is in good condition probably you can check. I think you should consider using two batteries of your preference. I starting to use the 9100 receiver that already has two power inputs. Check details here: http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=SPMAR9100 -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: Gray E Fowler Vicente The Robbe charger has a setting for soft peak, which is to be used for NiMH. This is what I had. I cycled twice before using this new battery..what I remember was getting about 1300 Mah from this 1450 mah pack. I think there may be a "high drain" problem on the plane in addition. Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon vicenterc at comcast.net Sent by: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org 09/03/2008 09:42 AM Please respond to General pattern discussion To General pattern discussion cc Subject Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Gray, Yes, that is good news. Clearly the battery was the problem. I had heard that some chargers get a "false peak" and stop charging when the battery is not really fully charged. I wonder if this was the problem. -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: Gray E Fowler Lance and I went out and found the plane right where it was supposed to be. Do not know how I missed it the first day, so I am going to say that someone went into the woods Monday night and moved it . What is amazing in the minimal damage the plane has considering it went straig ht in from 200 feet, albeit at a slow speed. The horrible reverbed cracking sound Keith and I heard was the carbon fiber wing tube breaking. Both wings have limited leading edge damage, the stab has a golfball size divot on the R LE, an easy to repair crack in the fuse (buckle failure) behind one wing and a little nose ring area damage. That is all. The battery pack had broken the 3/8 bals a stic ks on impact that were bonded into place (my battery packs are not "removeable" per say) and the battey pack was on the ground at the nose of the plane. The plane was standing vertical on the undamage spinner being held up by the tree branches. Once we got home we hooked eveything up and of course it all worked fine. Knowing that the battery pack essentially had the same charge as when the plane went in, Lance took the battery pack home for diagnostics. Using the Robbe charger he cycled the1450 mah &nbs p;pack down....it read 80 mah. He then charged it and it read 1000 mah. Anthony described a NiMH "brown out" and that is starting to make alot of sense. 6 volt packNiMH , drained does not just die like a 4.8 volt NiCad. Also an important note is I now think the plane was going in and out of PCM lock. When I tested PCM lock the throttle did cut, but not to low idle. It cut to about 20% throttle (programming error), hence the pulsing of the throttle that I exper ienced. If this diagnosis is correct then it is a testament to using PCM as I was able to fly the plane for 45 seconds before impact...had I been closer when the problem started I may have even been able to score a "10" FAI landing (not really-I would have gone for the grass instead of the runway). Anyway I am sending the entire radio off for examination, try to see why the battery was so low, and fix the plane for spring. Thanks for the ideas Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From vicenterc at comcast.net Wed Sep 3 08:23:16 2008 From: vicenterc at comcast.net (vicenterc at comcast.net) Date: Wed, 03 Sep 2008 16:23:16 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Message-ID: <090320081623.17812.48BEB9EB000C4E700000459422165579960C9D0A9B020A0C0790@comcast.net> Correct, I still use separate regulators for each battery. This system is smart that isolates the bad battery if something goes wrong. In this way, the bad battery won't drain the good one. The LED in the receiver tells you if the battery has been isolated. -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: "Jay Marshall" As I read the literature, the dual battery setup is designed to provide a heavier buss for more current. It does not solve the problem of a failed battery(s). This could effectively add even more drain. The ideal setup still seems to be dual battery packs with dual regulators, or some other means to isolate a failed pack. Jay Marshall -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of vicenterc at comcast.net Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2008 11:44 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Gray, Yes, high drain could have been the problem. Since the plane is in good condition probably you can check. I think you should consider using two batteries of your preference. I starting to use the 9100 receiver that already has two power inputs. Check details here: http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=SPMAR9100 -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: Gray E Fowler Vicente The Robbe charger has a setting for soft peak, which is to be used for NiMH. This is what I had. I cycled twice before using this new battery..what I remember was getting about 1300 Mah from this 1450 mah pack. I think there may be a "high drain" problem on the plane in addition. Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon vicenterc at comcast.net Sent by: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org 09/03/2008 09:42 AM Please respond to General pattern discussion ToGeneral pattern discussion cc SubjectRe: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Gray, Yes, that is good news. Clearly the battery was the problem. I had heard that some chargers get a "false peak" and stop charging when the battery is not really fully charged. I wonder if this was the problem. -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: Gray E Fowler Lance and I went out and found the plane right where it was supposed to be. Do not know how I missed it the first day, so I am going to say that someone went into the woods Monday night and moved it . What is amazing in the minimal damage the plane has considering it went straig ht in from 200 feet, albeit at a slow speed. The horrible reverbed cracking sound Keith and I heard was the carbon fiber wing tube breaking. Both wings have limited leading edge damage, the stab has a golfball size divot on the R LE, an easy to repair crack in the fuse (buckle failure) behind one wing and a little nose ring area damage. That is all. The battery pack had broken the 3/8 bals a stic ks on impact that were bonded into place (my battery packs are not "removeable" per say) and the battey pack was on the ground at the nose of the plane. The plane was standing vertical on the undamage spinner being held up by the tree branches. Once we got home we hooked eveything up and of course it all worked fine. Knowing that the battery pack essentially had the same charge as when the plane went in, Lance took the battery pack home for diagnostics. Using the Robbe charger he cycled the1450 mah &nbs p;pack down....it read 80 mah. He then charged it and it read 1000 mah. Anthony described a NiMH "brown out" and that is starting to make alot of sense. 6 volt packNiMH , drained does not just die like a 4.8 volt NiCad. Also an important note is I now think the plane was going in and out of PCM lock. When I tested PCM lock the throttle did cut, but not to low idle. It cut to about 20% throttle (programming error), hence the p ulsing of the throttle that I exper ienced. If this diagnosis is correct then it is a testament to using PCM as I was able to fly the plane for 45 seconds before impact...had I been closer when the problem started I may have even been able to score a "10" FAI landing (not really-I would have gone for the grass instead of the runway). Anyway I am sending the entire radio off for examination, try to see why the battery was so low, and fix the plane for spring. Thanks for the ideas Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- An embedded message was scrubbed... From: "Jay Marshall" Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Date: Wed, 3 Sep 2008 16:06:20 +0000 Size: 723 URL: From vicenterc at comcast.net Wed Sep 3 08:23:16 2008 From: vicenterc at comcast.net (vicenterc at comcast.net) Date: Wed, 03 Sep 2008 16:23:16 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Message-ID: <090320081623.17812.48BEB9EB000C4E700000459422165579960C9D0A9B020A0C0790@comcast.net> Correct, I still use separate regulators for each battery. This system is smart that isolates the bad battery if something goes wrong. In this way, the bad battery won't drain the good one. The LED in the receiver tells you if the battery has been isolated. -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: "Jay Marshall" As I read the literature, the dual battery setup is designed to provide a heavier buss for more current. It does not solve the problem of a failed battery(s). This could effectively add even more drain. The ideal setup still seems to be dual battery packs with dual regulators, or some other means to isolate a failed pack. Jay Marshall -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of vicenterc at comcast.net Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2008 11:44 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Gray, Yes, high drain could have been the problem. Since the plane is in good condition probably you can check. I think you should consider using two batteries of your preference. I starting to use the 9100 receiver that already has two power inputs. Check details here: http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=SPMAR9100 -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: Gray E Fowler Vicente The Robbe charger has a setting for soft peak, which is to be used for NiMH. This is what I had. I cycled twice before using this new battery..what I remember was getting about 1300 Mah from this 1450 mah pack. I think there may be a "high drain" problem on the plane in addition. Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon vicenterc at comcast.net Sent by: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org 09/03/2008 09:42 AM Please respond to General pattern discussion ToGeneral pattern discussion cc SubjectRe: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Gray, Yes, that is good news. Clearly the battery was the problem. I had heard that some chargers get a "false peak" and stop charging when the battery is not really fully charged. I wonder if this was the problem. -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: Gray E Fowler Lance and I went out and found the plane right where it was supposed to be. Do not know how I missed it the first day, so I am going to say that someone went into the woods Monday night and moved it . What is amazing in the minimal damage the plane has considering it went straig ht in from 200 feet, albeit at a slow speed. The horrible reverbed cracking sound Keith and I heard was the carbon fiber wing tube breaking. Both wings have limited leading edge damage, the stab has a golfball size divot on the R LE, an easy to repair crack in the fuse (buckle failure) behind one wing and a little nose ring area damage. That is all. The battery pack had broken the 3/8 bals a stic ks on impact that were bonded into place (my battery packs are not "removeable" per say) and the battey pack was on the ground at the nose of the plane. The plane was standing vertical on the undamage spinner being held up by the tree branches. Once we got home we hooked eveything up and of course it all worked fine. Knowing that the battery pack essentially had the same charge as when the plane went in, Lance took the battery pack home for diagnostics. Using the Robbe charger he cycled the1450 mah &nbs p;pack down....it read 80 mah. He then charged it and it read 1000 mah. Anthony described a NiMH "brown out" and that is starting to make alot of sense. 6 volt packNiMH , drained does not just die like a 4.8 volt NiCad. Also an important note is I now think the plane was going in and out of PCM lock. When I tested PCM lock the throttle did cut, but not to low idle. It cut to about 20% throttle (programming error), hence the p ulsing of the throttle that I exper ienced. If this diagnosis is correct then it is a testament to using PCM as I was able to fly the plane for 45 seconds before impact...had I been closer when the problem started I may have even been able to score a "10" FAI landing (not really-I would have gone for the grass instead of the runway). Anyway I am sending the entire radio off for examination, try to see why the battery was so low, and fix the plane for spring. Thanks for the ideas Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- An embedded message was scrubbed... From: "Jay Marshall" Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Date: Wed, 3 Sep 2008 16:06:20 +0000 Size: 723 URL: From vicenterc at comcast.net Wed Sep 3 11:15:06 2008 From: vicenterc at comcast.net (vicenterc at comcast.net) Date: Wed, 03 Sep 2008 19:15:06 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Message-ID: <090320081915.16152.48BEE2340007442B00003F1822165384960C9D0A9B020A0C0790@comcast.net> I found the manual here: http://www.horizonhobby.com/ProdInfo/Files/AR9100_Manual_LR.pdf Check page 4 under "Using Two Batteries" section. -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: "Jay Marshall" As I read the literature, the dual battery setup is designed to provide a heavier buss for more current. It does not solve the problem of a failed battery(s). This could effectively add even more drain. The ideal setup still seems to be dual battery packs with dual regulators, or some other means to isolate a failed pack. Jay Marshall -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of vicenterc at comcast.net Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2008 11:44 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Gray, Yes, high drain could have been the problem. Since the plane is in good condition probably you can check. I think you should consider using two batteries of your preference. I starting to use the 9100 receiver that already has two power inputs. Check details here: http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=SPMAR9100 -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: Gray E Fowler Vicente The Robbe charger has a setting for soft peak, which is to be used for NiMH. This is what I had. I cycled twice before using this new battery..what I remember was getting about 1300 Mah from this 1450 mah pack. I think there may be a "high drain" problem on the plane in addition. Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon vicenterc at comcast.net Sent by: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org 09/03/2008 09:42 AM Please respond to General pattern discussion ToGeneral pattern discussion cc SubjectRe: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Gray, Yes, that is good news. Clearly the battery was the problem. I had heard that some chargers get a "false peak" and stop charging when the battery is not really fully charged. I wonder if this was the problem. -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: Gray E Fowler Lance and I went out and found the plane right where it was supposed to be. Do not know how I missed it the first day, so I am going to say that someone went into the woods Monday night and moved it . What is amazing in the minimal damage the plane has considering it went straig ht in from 200 feet, albeit at a slow speed. The horrible reverbed cracking sound Keith and I heard was the carbon fiber wing tube breaking. Both wings have limited leading edge damage, the stab has a golfball size divot on the R LE, an easy to repair crack in the fuse (buckle failure) behind one wing and a little nose ring area damage. That is all. The battery pack had broken the 3/8 bals a stic ks on impact that were bonded into place (my battery packs are not "removeable" per say) and the battey pack was on the ground at the nose of the plane. The plane was standing vertical on the undamage spinner being held up by the tree branches. Once we got home we hooked eveything up and of course it all worked fine. Knowing that the battery pack essentially had the same charge as when the plane went in, Lance took the battery pack home for diagnostics. Using the Robbe charger he cycled the1450 mah &nbs p;pack down....it read 80 mah. He then charged it and it read 1000 mah. Anthony described a NiMH "brown out" and that is starting to make alot of sense. 6 volt packNiMH , drained does not just die like a 4.8 volt NiCad. Also an important note is I now think the plane was going in and out of PCM lock. When I tested PCM lock the throttle did cut, but not to low idle. It cut to about 20% throttle (programming error), hence the p ulsing of the throttle that I exper ienced. If this diagnosis is correct then it is a testament to using PCM as I was able to fly the plane for 45 seconds before impact...had I been closer when the problem started I may have even been able to score a "10" FAI landing (not really-I would have gone for the grass instead of the runway). Anyway I am sending the entire radio off for examination, try to see why the battery was so low, and fix the plane for spring. Thanks for the ideas Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- An embedded message was scrubbed... From: "Jay Marshall" Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Date: Wed, 3 Sep 2008 16:06:20 +0000 Size: 723 URL: From cjm767driver at hotmail.com Wed Sep 3 15:07:44 2008 From: cjm767driver at hotmail.com (chris moon) Date: Wed, 03 Sep 2008 23:07:44 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Electric website update Message-ID: Thanks to everyone who has send me data and pics too for the new electric web site www.electric-f3a.com It has been up just over a week and has been averaging over 1000 page hits a day from all over the world. I would like to ask those who have not "shared" so far if you could please help out your fellow modeler and do so. Someone asked if they should send their data even if it matches someone else's. Yes, please do. It would be good to know how many people are using a certain battery or motor along with the performance numbers. I don't need complete data if you don't have it, just send what you have. It can be as simple as "battery XYZ 50 cycles - no problems" or "motor ABC and 20-13 prop - good performance". The data input forms are on the site - just fill in what data you have and submit. I have also added a site feedback form link on the front page. Your comments and ideas are welcome. Thanks again for helping...and viewing Chris _________________________________________________________________ Get more out of the Web. Learn 10 hidden secrets of Windows Live. http://windowslive.com/connect/post/jamiethomson.spaces.live.com-Blog-cns!550F681DAD532637!5295.entry?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_domore_092008 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From tkeithblack at gmail.com Wed Sep 3 19:33:45 2008 From: tkeithblack at gmail.com (Keith Black) Date: Thu, 04 Sep 2008 03:33:45 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! In-Reply-To: <090320081623.17812.48BEB9EB000C4E700000459422165579960C9D0A9B020A0C0790@comcast.net> References: <090320081623.17812.48BEB9EB000C4E700000459422165579960C9D0A9B020A0C0790@comcast.net> Message-ID: What I've done is have two batteries and two regulators, one regulator at 5.7 volts and one at 5.3 volts (or any voltage lower). On the higher voltage regulator I connect my primary battery, say a 2000 mah five cell or Lithium. On the lower voltage regulator I connect the smallest battery I can buy, say a 750 Lipo that weighs less than an ounce. Since the larger battery is hooked to a regulator that outputs a higher voltage all drain comes from the primary battery and nothing is sucked from the smaller battery unless the main battery drops below 5.3 volts (or fails). This works great and when recharging the smaller battery seldom needs any recharge at all. I spoke to Jim Oddino before doing this and confirmed that the lower voltage battery would not suck voltage from the larger battery since it was going through his regulator (Jaccio regulator). This setup has worked great for me and even saved a plane when my primary battery came loose and disconnected once! Keith Black ----- Original Message ----- From: vicenterc at comcast.net To: General pattern discussion ; 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2008 11:23 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Correct, I still use separate regulators for each battery. This system is smart that isolates the bad battery if something goes wrong. In this way, the bad battery won't drain the good one. The LED in the receiver tells you if the battery has been isolated. -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: "Jay Marshall" As I read the literature, the dual battery setup is designed to provide a heavier buss for more current. It does not solve the problem of a failed battery(s). This could effectively add even more drain. The ideal setup still seems to be dual battery packs with dual regulators, or some other means to isolate a failed pack. Jay Marshall -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of vicenterc at comcast.net Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2008 11:44 AM To: General pattern d iscuss ion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Gray, Yes, high drain could have been the problem. Since the plane is in good condition probably you can check. I think you should consider using two batteries of your preference. I starting to use the 9100 receiver that already has two power inputs. Check details here: http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=SPMAR9100 -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: Gray E Fowler Vicente The Robbe charger has a setting for soft peak, which is to be used for NiMH. This is what I had. I cycled twice before using this new battery..what I remember was getting about 1300 Mah from this 1450 mah pack. I think there may be a "high drain" problem on the plane in addition. Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineer ing Raytheon vicenterc at comcast.net Sent by: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org 09/03/2008 09:42 AM Please respond to General pattern discussion To General pattern discussion cc Subject Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Gray, Yes, that is good news. Clearly the battery was the problem. I had heard that some chargers get a "false peak" and stop charging when the battery is not really fully charged. I wonder if this was the problem. -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: Gray E Fowler Lance and I went out and found the plane right where it was supposed to be. Do not know how I missed it the first day, so I am going to say that someone went into the woods Monday night and moved it . What is amazing in the minimal damage the plane has considering it went straig ht in from 200 feet, albeit at a slow speed. The horrible reverbed cracking sound Keith and I heard was the carbon fiber wing tube breaking. Both wings have limited leading edge damage, the stab has a golfball size divot on the R LE, an easy to repair crack in the fuse (buckle failure) behind one wing and a little nose ring area damage. That is all. The battery pack had broken the 3/8 bals a stic ks on impact that were bonded into place (my battery packs are not "removeable" per say) and the battey pack was on the ground at the nose of the plane. The plane was standing vertical on the undamage spinner being held up by the tree branches. Once we got home we hooked eveything up and of course it all worked fine. Knowing that the battery pack essentially had the same charge as when the plane went in, Lance took the battery pack home for diagnostics. Using the Robbe charger he cycled the1450 mah &nbs p;pack down....it read 80 mah. He then charged it and it read 1000 mah. Anthony described a NiMH "brown out" and that is starting to make alot of sense. 6 volt packNiMH , drained does not just die like a 4.8 volt NiCad. Also an important note is I now think the plane was going in and out of PCM lock. When I tested PCM lock the throttle did cut, but not to low idle. It cut to about 20% throttle (programming error), hence the pulsing of the throttle that I exper ienced. If this diagnosis is correct then it is a testament to using PCM as I was able to fly the plane for 45 seconds before impact...had I been closer when the problem started I may have even been able to score a "10" FAI landing (not really-I would have gone for the grass instead of the runway). Anyw ay I am sending the entire radio off for examination, try to see why the battery was so low, and fix the plane for spring. Thanks for the ideas Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.o rg/mai lman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From ed_alt at hotmail.com Thu Sep 4 02:32:21 2008 From: ed_alt at hotmail.com (Ed Alt) Date: Thu, 04 Sep 2008 10:32:21 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! References: <090320081623.17812.48BEB9EB000C4E700000459422165579960C9D0A9B020A0C0790@comcast.net> Message-ID: Keith: That setup works well. I refer to it as a hot standby, with details covered in a tech tip on the Tech-Aero website. I prefer a different approach, where you just split the battery capacity equally between two packs, each with its own regulator. The regulators must be precisely matched in output voltage setting to allow then to both actively share the load simultaneously. You can make a very light setup with this and there are several advantages to it. First, you can check every flight to see that each battery is being used as expected, which is very important to know. Second, you double your peak load capacity under load. A single 5A regulator such as the JAICCIO or the Tech-Aero can handle the load in a pattern airplane just fine, but it's also good to know that you can have two 5A regulators online at once, providing a 10A peak current capability. The Tech-Tip on how this all works is at http://www.tech-aero.net/Tech-Tips.htm Ed ----- Original Message ----- From: Keith Black To: General pattern discussion Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2008 10:33 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! What I've done is have two batteries and two regulators, one regulator at 5.7 volts and one at 5.3 volts (or any voltage lower). On the higher voltage regulator I connect my primary battery, say a 2000 mah five cell or Lithium. On the lower voltage regulator I connect the smallest battery I can buy, say a 750 Lipo that weighs less than an ounce. Since the larger battery is hooked to a regulator that outputs a higher voltage all drain comes from the primary battery and nothing is sucked from the smaller battery unless the main battery drops below 5.3 volts (or fails). This works great and when recharging the smaller battery seldom needs any recharge at all. I spoke to Jim Oddino before doing this and confirmed that the lower voltage battery would not suck voltage from the larger battery since it was going through his regulator (Jaccio regulator). This setup has worked great for me and even saved a plane when my primary battery came loose and disconnected once! Keith Black ----- Original Message ----- From: vicenterc at comcast.net To: General pattern discussion ; 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2008 11:23 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Correct, I still use separate regulators for each battery. This system is smart that isolates the bad battery if something goes wrong. In this way, the bad battery won't drain the good one. The LED in the receiver tells you if the battery has been isolated. -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: "Jay Marshall" As I read the literature, the dual battery setup is designed to provide a heavier buss for more current. It does not solve the problem of a failed battery(s). This could effectively add even more drain. The ideal setup still seems to be dual battery packs with dual regulators, or some other means to isolate a failed pack. Jay Marshall -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of vicenterc at comcast.net Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2008 11:44 AM To: General pattern d iscuss ion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Gray, Yes, high drain could have been the problem. Since the plane is in good condition probably you can check. I think you should consider using two batteries of your preference. I starting to use the 9100 receiver that already has two power inputs. Check details here: http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=SPMAR9100 -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: Gray E Fowler Vicente The Robbe charger has a setting for soft peak, which is to be used for NiMH. This is what I had. I cycled twice before using this new battery..what I remember was getting about 1300 Mah from this 1450 mah pack. I think there may be a "high drain" problem on the plane in addition. Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineer ing Raytheon vicenterc at comcast.net Sent by: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org 09/03/2008 09:42 AM Please respond to General pattern discussion To General pattern discussion cc Subject Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Gray, Yes, that is good news. Clearly the battery was the problem. I had heard that some chargers get a "false peak" and stop charging when the battery is not really fully charged. I wonder if this was the problem. -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: Gray E Fowler Lance and I went out and found the plane right where it was supposed to be. Do not know how I missed it the first day, so I am going to say that someone went into the woods Monday night and moved it . What is amazing in the minimal damage the plane has considering it went straig ht in from 200 feet, albeit at a slow speed. The horrible reverbed cracking sound Keith and I heard was the carbon fiber wing tube breaking. Both wings have limited leading edge damage, the stab has a golfball size divot on the R LE, an easy to repair crack in the fuse (buckle failure) behind one wing and a little nose ring area damage. That is all. The battery pack had broken the 3/8 bals a stic ks on impact that were bonded into place (my battery packs are not "removeable" per say) and the battey pack was on the ground at the nose of the plane. The plane was standing vertical on the undamage spinner being held up by the tree branches. Once we got home we hooked eveything up and of course it all worked fine. Knowing that the battery pack essentially had the same charge as when the plane went in, Lance took the battery pack home for diagnostics. Using the Robbe charger he cycled the1450 mah &nbs p;pack down....it read 80 mah. He then charged it and it read 1000 mah. Anthony described a NiMH "brown out" and that is starting to make alot of sense. 6 volt packNiMH , drained does not just die like a 4.8 volt NiCad. Also an important note is I now think the plane was going in and out of PCM lock. When I tested PCM lock the throttle did cut, but not to low idle. It cut to about 20% throttle (programming error), hence the pulsing of the throttle that I exper ienced. If this diagnosis is correct then it is a testament to using PCM as I was able to fly the plane for 45 seconds before impact...had I been closer when the problem started I may have even been able to score a "10" FAI landing (not really-I would have gone for the grass instead of the runway). Anyw ay I am sending the entire radio off for examination, try to see why the battery was so low, and fix the plane for spring. 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URL: From Tim.Pascoe at ec.gc.ca Thu Sep 4 04:43:37 2008 From: Tim.Pascoe at ec.gc.ca (Pascoe,Tim [Burlington]) Date: Thu, 04 Sep 2008 12:43:37 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Redundant Power...... was RE: Part 2-Its a miracle!!! In-Reply-To: References: <090320081623.17812.48BEB9EB000C4E700000459422165579960C9D0A9B020A0C0790@comcast.net> Message-ID: <2DC5CCA14756424BBBEE8B4B2E4A682F07268835@ecburexch1.ontario.int.ec.gc.ca> The tech-aero site has a discussion paper which highlights the different ways to set up multiple battery configurations. http://www.tech-aero.net/documents/Tech-Tip%200601.pdf Timothy Pascoe Physical Sciences Specialist Yak Shaving - Any seemingly pointless activity which is actually necessary to solve a problem which solves a problem which, several levels of recursion later, solves the real problem you're working on Environment Canada / Environnement Canada Canada Centre for Inland Waters / Centre Canadien des Eaux Int?rieures 867 Lakeshore Road / 867, chemin Lakeshore Burlington, Ontario / Burlington (Ontario) L7R 4A6 Tel/T?l: (905) 336-6239 Fax/T?l?c: (905) 336-4609 E-mail/C. ?lec: tim.pascoe at ec.gc.ca Government of Canada/Gouvernement du Canada This e-mail represents the opinions and views solely held by its author and in no manner may be considered as representing those of his/her employer. ________________________________ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Keith Black Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2008 11:34 PM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! What I've done is have two batteries and two regulators, one regulator at 5.7 volts and one at 5.3 volts (or any voltage lower). On the higher voltage regulator I connect my primary battery, say a 2000 mah five cell or Lithium. On the lower voltage regulator I connect the smallest battery I can buy, say a 750 Lipo that weighs less than an ounce. Since the larger battery is hooked to a regulator that outputs a higher voltage all drain comes from the primary battery and nothing is sucked from the smaller battery unless the main battery drops below 5.3 volts (or fails). This works great and when recharging the smaller battery seldom needs any recharge at all. I spoke to Jim Oddino before doing this and confirmed that the lower voltage battery would not suck voltage from the larger battery since it was going through his regulator (Jaccio regulator). This setup has worked great for me and even saved a plane when my primary battery came loose and disconnected once! Keith Black ----- Original Message ----- From: vicenterc at comcast.net To: General pattern discussion ; 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2008 11:23 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Correct, I still use separate regulators for each battery. This system is smart that isolates the bad battery if something goes wrong. In this way, the bad battery won't drain the good one. The LED in the receiver tells you if the battery has been isolated. -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: "Jay Marshall" As I read the literature, the dual battery setup is designed to provide a heavier buss for more current. It does not solve the problem of a failed battery(s). This could effectively add even more drain. The ideal setup still seems to be dual battery packs with dual regulators, or some other means to isolate a failed pack. Jay Marshall -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of vicenterc at comcast.net Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2008 11:44 AM To: General pattern d iscuss ion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Gray, Yes, high drain could have been the problem. Since the plane is in good condition probably you can check. I think you should consider using two batteries of your preference. I starting to use the 9100 receiver that already has two power inputs. Check details here: http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=SPMAR9100 -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: Gray E Fowler Vicente The Robbe charger has a setting for soft peak, which is to be used for NiMH. This is what I had. I cycled twice before using this new battery..what I remember was getting about 1300 Mah from this 1450 mah pack. I think there may be a "high drain" problem on the plane in addition. Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineer ing Raytheon vicenterc at comcast.net Sent by: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org 09/03/2008 09:42 AM Please respond to General pattern discussion To General pattern discussion cc Subject Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Gray, Yes, that is good news. Clearly the battery was the problem. I had heard that some chargers get a "false peak" and stop charging when the battery is not really fully charged. I wonder if this was the problem. -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: Gray E Fowler Lance and I went out and found the plane right where it was supposed to be. Do not know how I missed it the first day, so I am going to say that someone went into the woods Monday night and moved it . What is amazing in the minimal damage the plane has considering it went straig ht in from 200 feet, albeit at a slow speed. The horrible reverbed cracking sound Keith and I heard was the carbon fiber wing tube breaking. Both wings have limited leading edge damage, the stab has a golfball size divot on the R LE, an easy to repair crack in the fuse (buckle failure) behind one wing and a little nose ring area damage. That is all. The battery pack had broken the 3/8 bals a stic ks on impact that were bonded into place (my battery packs are not "removeable" per say) and the battey pack was on the ground at the nose of the plane. The plane was standing vertical on the undamage spinner being held up by the tree branches. Once we got home we hooked eveything up and of course it all worked fine. Knowing that the battery pack essentially had the same charge as when the plane went in, Lance took the battery pack home for diagnostics. Using the Robbe charger he cycled the1450 mah &nbs p;pack down....it read 80 mah. He then charged it and it read 1000 mah. Anthony described a NiMH "brown out" and that is starting to make alot of sense. 6 volt packNiMH , drained does not just die like a 4.8 volt NiCad. Also an important note is I now think the plane was going in and out of PCM lock. When I tested PCM lock the throttle did cut, but not to low idle. It cut to about 20% throttle (programming error), hence the pulsing of the throttle that I exper ienced. If this diagnosis is correct then it is a testament to using PCM as I was able to fly the plane for 45 seconds before impact...had I been closer when the problem started I may have even been able to score a "10" FAI landing (not really-I would have gone for the grass instead of the runway). Anyw ay I am sending the entire radio off for examination, try to see why the battery was so low, and fix the plane for spring. Thanks for the ideas Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.o rg/mai lman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion ________________________________ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From wgalligan at att.net Thu Sep 4 06:09:17 2008 From: wgalligan at att.net (Wayne Galligan) Date: Thu, 04 Sep 2008 14:09:17 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! In-Reply-To: References: <090320081623.17812.48BEB9EB000C4E700000459422165579960C9D0A9B020A0C0790@comcast.net> Message-ID: Ed or Jim O., I am running dual 1500 mil 6v NiMh packs in my Ultimate. I am using 2 of the 6v regulated Miracle switches by MPI. I find that one pack is consistently lower after two or three flights. Could it be that the regulators are not matched and one draws more then the other one? Could be a bad battery I'll have to remove and test. They seem to use about the same amount of mil amps but one is lower in voltage then the other. I use a 1amp load when testing after each flight and stop flying when the voltage drops to 5.8v loaded. Thanks Wayne ----- Original Message ----- From: Ed Alt To: General pattern discussion Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 5:32 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Keith: That setup works well. I refer to it as a hot standby, with details covered in a tech tip on the Tech-Aero website. I prefer a different approach, where you just split the battery capacity equally between two packs, each with its own regulator. The regulators must be precisely matched in output voltage setting to allow then to both actively share the load simultaneously. You can make a very light setup with this and there are several advantages to it. First, you can check every flight to see that each battery is being used as expected, which is very important to know. Second, you double your peak load capacity under load. A single 5A regulator such as the JAICCIO or the Tech-Aero can handle the load in a pattern airplane just fine, but it's also good to know that you can have two 5A regulators online at once, providing a 10A peak current capability. The Tech-Tip on how this all works is at http://www.tech-aero.net/Tech-Tips.htm Ed ----- Original Message ----- From: Keith Black To: General pattern discussion Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2008 10:33 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! What I've done is have two batteries and two regulators, one regulator at 5.7 volts and one at 5.3 volts (or any voltage lower). On the higher voltage regulator I connect my primary battery, say a 2000 mah five cell or Lithium. On the lower voltage regulator I connect the smallest battery I can buy, say a 750 Lipo that weighs less than an ounce. Since the larger battery is hooked to a regulator that outputs a higher voltage all drain comes from the primary battery and nothing is sucked from the smaller battery unless the main battery drops below 5.3 volts (or fails). This works great and when recharging the smaller battery seldom needs any recharge at all. I spoke to Jim Oddino before doing this and confirmed that the lower voltage battery would not suck voltage from the larger battery since it was going through his regulator (Jaccio regulator). This setup has worked great for me and even saved a plane when my primary battery came loose and disconnected once! Keith Black ----- Original Message ----- From: vicenterc at comcast.net To: General pattern discussion ; 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2008 11:23 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Correct, I still use separate regulators for each battery. This system is smart that isolates the bad battery if something goes wrong. In this way, the bad battery won't drain the good one. The LED in the receiver tells you if the battery has been isolated. -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: "Jay Marshall" As I read the literature, the dual battery setup is designed to provide a heavier buss for more current. It does not solve the problem of a failed battery(s). This could effectively add even more drain. The ideal setup still seems to be dual battery packs with dual regulators, or some other means to isolate a failed pack. Jay Marshall -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of vicenterc at comcast.net Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2008 11:44 AM To: General pattern d iscuss ion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Gray, Yes, high drain could have been the problem. Since the plane is in good condition probably you can check. I think you should consider using two batteries of your preference. I starting to use the 9100 receiver that already has two power inputs. Check details here: http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=SPMAR9100 -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: Gray E Fowler Vicente The Robbe charger has a setting for soft peak, which is to be used for NiMH. This is what I had. I cycled twice before using this new battery..what I remember was getting about 1300 Mah from this 1450 mah pack. I think there may be a "high drain" problem on the plane in addition. Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineer ing Raytheon vicenterc at comcast.net Sent by: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org 09/03/2008 09:42 AM Please respond to General pattern discussion To General pattern discussion cc Subject Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Gray, Yes, that is good news. Clearly the battery was the problem. I had heard that some chargers get a "false peak" and stop charging when the battery is not really fully charged. I wonder if this was the problem. -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: Gray E Fowler Lance and I went out and found the plane right where it was supposed to be. Do not know how I missed it the first day, so I am going to say that someone went into the woods Monday night and moved it . What is amazing in the minimal damage the plane has considering it went straig ht in from 200 feet, albeit at a slow speed. The horrible reverbed cracking sound Keith and I heard was the carbon fiber wing tube breaking. Both wings have limited leading edge damage, the stab has a golfball size divot on the R LE, an easy to repair crack in the fuse (buckle failure) behind one wing and a little nose ring area damage. That is all. The battery pack had broken the 3/8 bals a stic ks on impact that were bonded into place (my battery packs are not "removeable" per say) and the battey pack was on the ground at the nose of the plane. The plane was standing vertical on the undamage spinner being held up by the tree branches. Once we got home we hooked eveything up and of course it all worked fine. Knowing that the battery pack essentially had the same charge as when the plane went in, Lance took the battery pack home for diagnostics. Using the Robbe charger he cycled the1450 mah &nbs p;pack down....it read 80 mah. He then charged it and it read 1000 mah. Anthony described a NiMH "brown out" and that is starting to make alot of sense. 6 volt packNiMH , drained does not just die like a 4.8 volt NiCad. Also an important note is I now think the plane was going in and out of PCM lock. When I tested PCM lock the throttle did cut, but not to low idle. It cut to about 20% throttle (programming error), hence the pulsing of the throttle that I exper ienced. If this diagnosis is correct then it is a testament to using PCM as I was able to fly the plane for 45 seconds before impact...had I been closer when the problem started I may have even been able to score a "10" FAI landing (not really-I would have gone for the grass instead of the runway). Anyw ay I am sending the entire radio off for examination, try to see why the battery was so low, and fix the plane for spring. 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URL: From ed_alt at hotmail.com Thu Sep 4 07:22:20 2008 From: ed_alt at hotmail.com (Ed Alt) Date: Thu, 04 Sep 2008 15:22:20 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! References: <090320081623.17812.48BEB9EB000C4E700000459422165579960C9D0A9B020A0C0790@comcast.net> Message-ID: Wayne: The regulators not being matched is the cause, and it's the reason I began producing Tech-Aero regulators in the first place. There was nothing on the market that you could consistently match output voltages precisely enough in order to balance the current draw from separate packs. Ed ----- Original Message ----- From: Wayne Galligan To: General pattern discussion Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 9:08 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Ed or Jim O., I am running dual 1500 mil 6v NiMh packs in my Ultimate. I am using 2 of the 6v regulated Miracle switches by MPI. I find that one pack is consistently lower after two or three flights. Could it be that the regulators are not matched and one draws more then the other one? Could be a bad battery I'll have to remove and test. They seem to use about the same amount of mil amps but one is lower in voltage then the other. I use a 1amp load when testing after each flight and stop flying when the voltage drops to 5.8v loaded. Thanks Wayne ----- Original Message ----- From: Ed Alt To: General pattern discussion Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 5:32 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Keith: That setup works well. I refer to it as a hot standby, with details covered in a tech tip on the Tech-Aero website. I prefer a different approach, where you just split the battery capacity equally between two packs, each with its own regulator. The regulators must be precisely matched in output voltage setting to allow then to both actively share the load simultaneously. You can make a very light setup with this and there are several advantages to it. First, you can check every flight to see that each battery is being used as expected, which is very important to know. Second, you double your peak load capacity under load. A single 5A regulator such as the JAICCIO or the Tech-Aero can handle the load in a pattern airplane just fine, but it's also good to know that you can have two 5A regulators online at once, providing a 10A peak current capability. The Tech-Tip on how this all works is at http://www.tech-aero.net/Tech-Tips.htm Ed ----- Original Message ----- From: Keith Black To: General pattern discussion Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2008 10:33 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! What I've done is have two batteries and two regulators, one regulator at 5.7 volts and one at 5.3 volts (or any voltage lower). On the higher voltage regulator I connect my primary battery, say a 2000 mah five cell or Lithium. On the lower voltage regulator I connect the smallest battery I can buy, say a 750 Lipo that weighs less than an ounce. Since the larger battery is hooked to a regulator that outputs a higher voltage all drain comes from the primary battery and nothing is sucked from the smaller battery unless the main battery drops below 5.3 volts (or fails). This works great and when recharging the smaller battery seldom needs any recharge at all. I spoke to Jim Oddino before doing this and confirmed that the lower voltage battery would not suck voltage from the larger battery since it was going through his regulator (Jaccio regulator). This setup has worked great for me and even saved a plane when my primary battery came loose and disconnected once! Keith Black ----- Original Message ----- From: vicenterc at comcast.net To: General pattern discussion ; 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2008 11:23 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Correct, I still use separate regulators for each battery. This system is smart that isolates the bad battery if something goes wrong. In this way, the bad battery won't drain the good one. The LED in the receiver tells you if the battery has been isolated. -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: "Jay Marshall" As I read the literature, the dual battery setup is designed to provide a heavier buss for more current. It does not solve the problem of a failed battery(s). This could effectively add even more drain. The ideal setup still seems to be dual battery packs with dual regulators, or some other means to isolate a failed pack. Jay Marshall -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of vicenterc at comcast.net Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2008 11:44 AM To: General pattern d iscuss ion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Gray, Yes, high drain could have been the problem. Since the plane is in good condition probably you can check. I think you should consider using two batteries of your preference. I starting to use the 9100 receiver that already has two power inputs. Check details here: http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=SPMAR9100 -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: Gray E Fowler Vicente The Robbe charger has a setting for soft peak, which is to be used for NiMH. This is what I had. I cycled twice before using this new battery..what I remember was getting about 1300 Mah from this 1450 mah pack. I think there may be a "high drain" problem on the plane in addition. Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineer ing Raytheon vicenterc at comcast.net Sent by: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org 09/03/2008 09:42 AM Please respond to General pattern discussion To General pattern discussion cc Subject Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Gray, Yes, that is good news. Clearly the battery was the problem. I had heard that some chargers get a "false peak" and stop charging when the battery is not really fully charged. I wonder if this was the problem. -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: Gray E Fowler Lance and I went out and found the plane right where it was supposed to be. Do not know how I missed it the first day, so I am going to say that someone went into the woods Monday night and moved it . What is amazing in the minimal damage the plane has considering it went straig ht in from 200 feet, albeit at a slow speed. The horrible reverbed cracking sound Keith and I heard was the carbon fiber wing tube breaking. Both wings have limited leading edge damage, the stab has a golfball size divot on the R LE, an easy to repair crack in the fuse (buckle failure) behind one wing and a little nose ring area damage. That is all. The battery pack had broken the 3/8 bals a stic ks on impact that were bonded into place (my battery packs are not "removeable" per say) and the battey pack was on the ground at the nose of the plane. The plane was standing vertical on the undamage spinner being held up by the tree branches. Once we got home we hooked eveything up and of course it all worked fine. Knowing that the battery pack essentially had the same charge as when the plane went in, Lance took the battery pack home for diagnostics. Using the Robbe charger he cycled the1450 mah &nbs p;pack down....it read 80 mah. He then charged it and it read 1000 mah. Anthony described a NiMH "brown out" and that is starting to make alot of sense. 6 volt packNiMH , drained does not just die like a 4.8 volt NiCad. Also an important note is I now think the plane was going in and out of PCM lock. When I tested PCM lock the throttle did cut, but not to low idle. It cut to about 20% throttle (programming error), hence the pulsing of the throttle that I exper ienced. If this diagnosis is correct then it is a testament to using PCM as I was able to fly the plane for 45 seconds before impact...had I been closer when the problem started I may have even been able to score a "10" FAI landing (not really-I would have gone for the grass instead of the runway). Anyw ay I am sending the entire radio off for examination, try to see why the battery was so low, and fix the plane for spring. 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URL: From wgalligan at att.net Thu Sep 4 07:55:16 2008 From: wgalligan at att.net (Wayne Galligan) Date: Thu, 04 Sep 2008 15:55:16 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! In-Reply-To: References: <090320081623.17812.48BEB9EB000C4E700000459422165579960C9D0A9B020A0C0790@comcast.net> Message-ID: <1150414E22854496BA768247691375B9@WaynePC> So is this the case? One battery is only being used (if the regulator is not matched) until there is sufficient voltage drop then the other regulator allows current draw. I could switch the batteries and see if the reverse happens. Wayne ----- Original Message ----- From: Ed Alt To: General pattern discussion Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 10:22 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Wayne: The regulators not being matched is the cause, and it's the reason I began producing Tech-Aero regulators in the first place. There was nothing on the market that you could consistently match output voltages precisely enough in order to balance the current draw from separate packs. Ed ----- Original Message ----- From: Wayne Galligan To: General pattern discussion Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 9:08 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Ed or Jim O., I am running dual 1500 mil 6v NiMh packs in my Ultimate. I am using 2 of the 6v regulated Miracle switches by MPI. I find that one pack is consistently lower after two or three flights. Could it be that the regulators are not matched and one draws more then the other one? Could be a bad battery I'll have to remove and test. They seem to use about the same amount of mil amps but one is lower in voltage then the other. I use a 1amp load when testing after each flight and stop flying when the voltage drops to 5.8v loaded. Thanks Wayne ----- Original Message ----- From: Ed Alt To: General pattern discussion Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 5:32 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Keith: That setup works well. I refer to it as a hot standby, with details covered in a tech tip on the Tech-Aero website. I prefer a different approach, where you just split the battery capacity equally between two packs, each with its own regulator. The regulators must be precisely matched in output voltage setting to allow then to both actively share the load simultaneously. You can make a very light setup with this and there are several advantages to it. First, you can check every flight to see that each battery is being used as expected, which is very important to know. Second, you double your peak load capacity under load. A single 5A regulator such as the JAICCIO or the Tech-Aero can handle the load in a pattern airplane just fine, but it's also good to know that you can have two 5A regulators online at once, providing a 10A peak current capability. The Tech-Tip on how this all works is at http://www.tech-aero.net/Tech-Tips.htm Ed ----- Original Message ----- From: Keith Black To: General pattern discussion Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2008 10:33 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! What I've done is have two batteries and two regulators, one regulator at 5.7 volts and one at 5.3 volts (or any voltage lower). On the higher voltage regulator I connect my primary battery, say a 2000 mah five cell or Lithium. On the lower voltage regulator I connect the smallest battery I can buy, say a 750 Lipo that weighs less than an ounce. Since the larger battery is hooked to a regulator that outputs a higher voltage all drain comes from the primary battery and nothing is sucked from the smaller battery unless the main battery drops below 5.3 volts (or fails). This works great and when recharging the smaller battery seldom needs any recharge at all. I spoke to Jim Oddino before doing this and confirmed that the lower voltage battery would not suck voltage from the larger battery since it was going through his regulator (Jaccio regulator). This setup has worked great for me and even saved a plane when my primary battery came loose and disconnected once! Keith Black ----- Original Message ----- From: vicenterc at comcast.net To: General pattern discussion ; 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2008 11:23 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Correct, I still use separate regulators for each battery. This system is smart that isolates the bad battery if something goes wrong. In this way, the bad battery won't drain the good one. The LED in the receiver tells you if the battery has been isolated. -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: "Jay Marshall" As I read the literature, the dual battery setup is designed to provide a heavier buss for more current. It does not solve the problem of a failed battery(s). This could effectively add even more drain. The ideal setup still seems to be dual battery packs with dual regulators, or some other means to isolate a failed pack. Jay Marshall -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of vicenterc at comcast.net Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2008 11:44 AM To: General pattern d iscuss ion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Gray, Yes, high drain could have been the problem. Since the plane is in good condition probably you can check. I think you should consider using two batteries of your preference. I starting to use the 9100 receiver that already has two power inputs. Check details here: http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=SPMAR9100 -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: Gray E Fowler Vicente The Robbe charger has a setting for soft peak, which is to be used for NiMH. This is what I had. I cycled twice before using this new battery..what I remember was getting about 1300 Mah from this 1450 mah pack. I think there may be a "high drain" problem on the plane in addition. Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineer ing Raytheon vicenterc at comcast.net Sent by: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org 09/03/2008 09:42 AM Please respond to General pattern discussion To General pattern discussion cc Subject Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Gray, Yes, that is good news. Clearly the battery was the problem. I had heard that some chargers get a "false peak" and stop charging when the battery is not really fully charged. I wonder if this was the problem. -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: Gray E Fowler Lance and I went out and found the plane right where it was supposed to be. Do not know how I missed it the first day, so I am going to say that someone went into the woods Monday night and moved it . What is amazing in the minimal damage the plane has considering it went straig ht in from 200 feet, albeit at a slow speed. The horrible reverbed cracking sound Keith and I heard was the carbon fiber wing tube breaking. Both wings have limited leading edge damage, the stab has a golfball size divot on the R LE, an easy to repair crack in the fuse (buckle failure) behind one wing and a little nose ring area damage. That is all. The battery pack had broken the 3/8 bals a stic ks on impact that were bonded into place (my battery packs are not "removeable" per say) and the battey pack was on the ground at the nose of the plane. The plane was standing vertical on the undamage spinner being held up by the tree branches. Once we got home we hooked eveything up and of course it all worked fine. Knowing that the battery pack essentially had the same charge as when the plane went in, Lance took the battery pack home for diagnostics. Using the Robbe charger he cycled the1450 mah &nbs p;pack down....it read 80 mah. He then charged it and it read 1000 mah. Anthony described a NiMH "brown out" and that is starting to make alot of sense. 6 volt packNiMH , drained does not just die like a 4.8 volt NiCad. Also an important note is I now think the plane was going in and out of PCM lock. When I tested PCM lock the throttle did cut, but not to low idle. It cut to about 20% throttle (programming error), hence the pulsing of the throttle that I exper ienced. If this diagnosis is correct then it is a testament to using PCM as I was able to fly the plane for 45 seconds before impact...had I been closer when the problem started I may have even been able to score a "10" FAI landing (not really-I would have gone for the grass instead of the runway). Anyw ay I am sending the entire radio off for examination, try to see why the battery was so low, and fix the plane for spring. Thanks for the ideas Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.o rg/mai lman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion ---------------------------------------------------------------------- _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion ------------------------------------------------------------------------ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------------------------------------------------------------------- _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From rcmaster199 at aol.com Thu Sep 4 08:07:54 2008 From: rcmaster199 at aol.com (rcmaster199 at aol.com) Date: Thu, 04 Sep 2008 16:07:54 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <8CADCBF7432AE0D-1148-7B7@webmail-md05.sysops.aol.com> Ed, If I remember correctly, your regs output precision is 10 millivolts, right? "Tuning" was just a matter of getting the outputs to read the same voltage to the second decimal place, during set-up. This was super simple to actually do. It's a fine product and a great value Matt -----Original Message----- From: Ed Alt To: General pattern discussion Sent: Thu, 4 Sep 2008 11:22 am Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Wayne: The regulators not being matched is the cause, and it's the reason I began producing Tech-Aero regulators in the first place.? There was nothing on the market that you could consistently match output voltages precisely enough in order to balance the current draw from separate packs. ? Ed ----- Original Message ----- From: Wayne Galligan To: General pattern discussion Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 9:08 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Ed or Jim O., ? I am running dual 1500 mil 6v?NiMh packs in my Ultimate.? I am using 2 of the 6v regulated Miracle switches by MPI. I find that one pack is consistently lower after two or three flights.? Could it be that the regulators are not matched and one draws more then the other one? Could be a bad bat tery I'll have to remove and test. They seem to use about the same amount of mil amps but one is lower in voltage then the other.? I use a 1amp load when testing after each flight and stop flying when the voltage drops to 5.8v loaded. ? Thanks Wayne ----- Original Message ----- From: Ed Alt To: General pattern discussion Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 5:32 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Keith: That setup works well.? I refer to it as a hot standby, with details covered in a tech tip on the Tech-Aero website.? I prefer a different approach, where you just split the battery capacity equally between two packs, each with its own regulator. The regulators must be precisely matched in output voltage setting to allow then to both actively share the load simultaneously.? You can make a very light setup with this and there are several advantages to it. First, you can check every flight to see that each battery is being used as expected, which is very important to know. Second, you double your peak load capacity under load.? A single 5A regulator such as the JAICCIO or the Tech-Aero can handle t he load in a pattern airplane just fine, but it's also good to know that you can have two 5A regulators online at once, providing a 10A peak current capability. ? The Tech-Tip on how this all works is at http://www.tech-aero.net/Tech-Tips.htm ? Ed ----- Original Message ----- From: Keith Black To: General pattern discussion Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2008 10:33 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! What I've done is have two batteries and two regulators, one regulator at 5.7 volts and one at 5.3 volts (or any voltage lower). On the higher voltage regulator I connect my primary battery, say a 2000 mah five cell or Lithium.?On the lower voltage regulator I connect?the smallest?battery I can buy, say a 750?Lipo that?weighs less than an ounce. ? Since the?larger?battery is hooked to a regulator?that outputs a higher voltage all drain comes from the primary battery and nothing is sucked from the smaller battery unless the main?battery drops below 5.3 volts (or fails). ? =2 0 This works great and when recharging the smaller battery seldom needs any recharge at all. ? I spoke to Jim Oddino before doing this and confirmed that the lower voltage battery would not suck voltage from the larger battery since it was going through his regulator (Jaccio regulator). ? This setup has worked great for me and even saved a plane when my primary battery came loose and disconnected once! ? Keith Black ? ----- Original Message ----- From: vicenterc at comcast.net To: General pattern discussion ; 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2008 11:23 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Correct,? I still use separate regulators for each battery.? This system is smart that isolates the bad battery if something goes wrong.? In this way,? the bad battery won't drain the good one.? The LED in the receiver tells you if the battery has been isolated.? ? -- Vicente20"Vince" Bortone ? -------------- Original message -------------- From: "Jay Marshall" <lightfoot at sc.rr.com> As I read the literature, the dual battery setup is designed to provide a heavier buss for more current. It does not solve the problem of a failed battery(s). This could effectively add even more drain. The ideal setup still seems to be dual battery packs with dual regulators, or some other means to isolate a failed pack. ? Jay Marshall -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of vicenterc at comcast.net Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2008 11:44 AM To: General pattern d iscuss ion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! ? Gray, ? Yes, high drain could have been the problem.? Since the plane is in good 20 condition probably you can check.? I think you should consider using two batteries of your preference.? I starting to use the 9100 receiver that already has two power inputs.? Check details here: ? http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=SPMAR9100 ? ? -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone ? -------------- Original message -------------- From: Gray E Fowler <gfowler at raytheon.com> Vicente The Robbe charger has a setting for soft peak, which is to be used for NiMH. This is what I had. I cycled twice before using this new battery..what I remember was getting about 1300 Mah from this 1450 mah pack. I think there may be a "high drain" problem on the plane in addition. Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineer ing Raytheon =0 A vicenterc at comcast.net Sent by: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org 09/03/2008 09:42 AM Please respond to General pattern discussion <nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> To General pattern discussion <nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> cc ? Subject Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! ? ? ? Gray, ? Yes, that is good news. ?Clear ly the battery was the problem. ?I had heard that some chargers get a "false peak" and stop charging when the battery is not really fully charged. ?I wonder if this was the problem. ? -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone ? -------------- Original message -------------- From: Gray E Fowler <gfowler at raytheon.com> Lance and I went out and found the plane right where it was supposed to be. Do not know how I missed it the first day, so I am going to say that someone went into the woods Monday night and moved it . What ? is amazing in the minimal damage the plane has considering it went straig ht in from 200 feet, albeit at a slow speed. The horrible reverbed cracking sound Keith and I heard was the carbon fiber wing tube breaking. Both wings have limited leading edge damage, the stab has a golfball size divot on the R LE, an easy to repair crack in the fuse (buckle failure) behind one wing and a little nose ring area damage. That is all. The battery pack had broken the 3/8 bals a stic ks on impact that were bonded into place (my battery packs are not "removeable" per say) and the battey pack was on the ground at the nose of the plane. The plane was standing vertical ?on the undamage spinner being held up by the tree branches. ?Once we got home we hooked eveything up and of course it all worked fine. Knowing that the battery pack essentially had the same charge as when the plane went in, Lance took the battery pack home for diagnostics. ?Using the Robbe charger he cycled the1450 mah &nbs p;pack down....it read 80 mah. He then charged it and it read 1000 mah. Anthony described a NiMH "brown out" and that is starting to make alot of sense. ?6 volt packNiMH , drained does not just die like a 4.8 volt NiCad. Also an important note is I now think the plane was going in and out of PCM lock. When I tested PCM lock the throttle did cut, but not to low idle. It cut to about 20% throttle (programming error), hence the pulsing of the throttle that I exper ienced. If this diagnosis is correct then it is a testament to using PCM as I was able to fly the plane for 45 seconds before impact...had I been closer when the problem started I may have even been able to score a "10" FAI landing (not really-I would have gone for the grass instead of the runway). Anyw ay I am sending the entire radio off for examination, try to see why the battery was so low, and fix the plane for spring. Thanks for the ideas Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.o rg/mai lman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion ________ _______________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion_______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From ed_alt at hotmail.com Thu Sep 4 08:11:56 2008 From: ed_alt at hotmail.com (Ed Alt) Date: Thu, 04 Sep 2008 16:11:56 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! References: <090320081623.17812.48BEB9EB000C4E700000459422165579960C9D0A9B020A0C0790@comcast.net> <1150414E22854496BA768247691375B9@WaynePC> Message-ID: Wayne: That's it. Try the test, I think you'll see that the draw stays with one regulator. Ed ----- Original Message ----- From: Wayne Galligan To: General pattern discussion Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 10:54 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! So is this the case? One battery is only being used (if the regulator is not matched) until there is sufficient voltage drop then the other regulator allows current draw. I could switch the batteries and see if the reverse happens. Wayne ----- Original Message ----- From: Ed Alt To: General pattern discussion Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 10:22 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Wayne: The regulators not being matched is the cause, and it's the reason I began producing Tech-Aero regulators in the first place. There was nothing on the market that you could consistently match output voltages precisely enough in order to balance the current draw from separate packs. Ed ----- Original Message ----- From: Wayne Galligan To: General pattern discussion Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 9:08 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Ed or Jim O., I am running dual 1500 mil 6v NiMh packs in my Ultimate. I am using 2 of the 6v regulated Miracle switches by MPI. I find that one pack is consistently lower after two or three flights. Could it be that the regulators are not matched and one draws more then the other one? Could be a bad battery I'll have to remove and test. They seem to use about the same amount of mil amps but one is lower in voltage then the other. I use a 1amp load when testing after each flight and stop flying when the voltage drops to 5.8v loaded. Thanks Wayne ----- Original Message ----- From: Ed Alt To: General pattern discussion Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 5:32 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Keith: That setup works well. I refer to it as a hot standby, with details covered in a tech tip on the Tech-Aero website. I prefer a different approach, where you just split the battery capacity equally between two packs, each with its own regulator. The regulators must be precisely matched in output voltage setting to allow then to both actively share the load simultaneously. You can make a very light setup with this and there are several advantages to it. First, you can check every flight to see that each battery is being used as expected, which is very important to know. Second, you double your peak load capacity under load. A single 5A regulator such as the JAICCIO or the Tech-Aero can handle the load in a pattern airplane just fine, but it's also good to know that you can have two 5A regulators online at once, providing a 10A peak current capability. The Tech-Tip on how this all works is at http://www.tech-aero.net/Tech-Tips.htm Ed ----- Original Message ----- From: Keith Black To: General pattern discussion Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2008 10:33 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! What I've done is have two batteries and two regulators, one regulator at 5.7 volts and one at 5.3 volts (or any voltage lower). On the higher voltage regulator I connect my primary battery, say a 2000 mah five cell or Lithium. On the lower voltage regulator I connect the smallest battery I can buy, say a 750 Lipo that weighs less than an ounce. Since the larger battery is hooked to a regulator that outputs a higher voltage all drain comes from the primary battery and nothing is sucked from the smaller battery unless the main battery drops below 5.3 volts (or fails). This works great and when recharging the smaller battery seldom needs any recharge at all. I spoke to Jim Oddino before doing this and confirmed that the lower voltage battery would not suck voltage from the larger battery since it was going through his regulator (Jaccio regulator). This setup has worked great for me and even saved a plane when my primary battery came loose and disconnected once! Keith Black ----- Original Message ----- From: vicenterc at comcast.net To: General pattern discussion ; 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2008 11:23 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Correct, I still use separate regulators for each battery. This system is smart that isolates the bad battery if something goes wrong. In this way, the bad battery won't drain the good one. The LED in the receiver tells you if the battery has been isolated. -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: "Jay Marshall" As I read the literature, the dual battery setup is designed to provide a heavier buss for more current. It does not solve the problem of a failed battery(s). This could effectively add even more drain. The ideal setup still seems to be dual battery packs with dual regulators, or some other means to isolate a failed pack. Jay Marshall -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of vicenterc at comcast.net Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2008 11:44 AM To: General pattern d iscuss ion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Gray, Yes, high drain could have been the problem. Since the plane is in good condition probably you can check. I think you should consider using two batteries of your preference. I starting to use the 9100 receiver that already has two power inputs. Check details here: http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=SPMAR9100 -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: Gray E Fowler Vicente The Robbe charger has a setting for soft peak, which is to be used for NiMH. This is what I had. I cycled twice before using this new battery..what I remember was getting about 1300 Mah from this 1450 mah pack. I think there may be a "high drain" problem on the plane in addition. Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineer ing Raytheon vicenterc at comcast.net Sent by: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org 09/03/2008 09:42 AM Please respond to General pattern discussion To General pattern discussion cc Subject Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! Gray, Yes, that is good news. Clearly the battery was the problem. I had heard that some chargers get a "false peak" and stop charging when the battery is not really fully charged. I wonder if this was the problem. -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: Gray E Fowler Lance and I went out and found the plane right where it was supposed to be. Do not know how I missed it the first day, so I am going to say that someone went into the woods Monday night and moved it What is amazing in the minimal damage the plane has considering it went straig ht in from 200 feet, albeit at a slow speed. The horrible reverbed cracking sound Keith and I heard was the carbon fiber wing tube breaking. Both wings have limited leading edge damage, the stab has a golfball size divot on the R LE, an easy to repair crack in the fuse (buckle failure) behind one wing and a little nose ring area damage. That is all. The battery pack had broken the 3/8 bals a stic ks on impact that were bonded into place (my battery packs are not "removeable" per say) and the battey pack was on the ground at the nose of the plane. The plane was standing vertical on the undamage spinner being held up by the tree branches. Once we got home we hooked eveything up and of course it all worked fine. Knowing that the battery pack essentially had the same charge as when the plane went in, Lance took the battery pack home for diagnostics. Using the Robbe charger he cycled the1450 mah &nbs p;pack down....it read 80 mah. He then charged it and it read 1000 mah. Anthony described a NiMH "brown out" and that is starting to make alot of sense. 6 volt packNiMH , drained does not just die like a 4.8 volt NiCad. Also an important note is I now think the plane was going in and out of PCM lock. When I tested PCM lock the throttle did cut, but not to low idle. It cut to about 20% throttle (programming error), hence the pulsing of the throttle that I exper ienced. If this diagnosis is correct then it is a testament to using PCM as I was able to fly the plane for 45 seconds before impact...had I been closer when the problem started I may have even been able to score a "10" FAI landing (not really-I would have gone for the grass instead of the runway). Anyw ay I am sending the entire radio off for examination, try to see why the battery was so low, and fix the plane for spring. 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URL: From ed_alt at hotmail.com Thu Sep 4 08:12:45 2008 From: ed_alt at hotmail.com (Ed Alt) Date: Thu, 04 Sep 2008 16:12:45 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! References: <8CADCBF7432AE0D-1148-7B7@webmail-md05.sysops.aol.com> Message-ID: That's correct Matt, 10 mv. Ed ----- Original Message ----- From: To: Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 11:07 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! > Ed, > > If I remember correctly, your regs output precision is 10 millivolts, > right? > > "Tuning" was just a matter of getting the outputs to read the same voltage > to the second decimal place, during set-up. This was super simple to > actually do. It's a fine product and a great value > > Matt > > > > -----Original Message----- > From: Ed Alt > To: General pattern discussion > Sent: Thu, 4 Sep 2008 11:22 am > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a miracle!!! > > Wayne: > The regulators not being matched is the cause, and > it's the reason I began producing Tech-Aero regulators in the first place. > There was nothing on the market that you could consistently match output > voltages precisely enough in order to balance the current draw from > separate > packs. > > Ed > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: > Wayne Galligan > > To: General pattern discussion > > Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 9:08 > AM > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part > 2-Its a miracle!!! > > > Ed or Jim O., > I am running dual 1500 mil 6v NiMh packs in > my Ultimate. I am using 2 of the 6v regulated Miracle switches by MPI. I > find that one pack is consistently lower after two or three flights. > Could it be that the regulators are not matched and one draws more then > the > other one? Could be a bad bat > tery I'll have to remove and test. They seem to > use about the same amount of mil amps but one is lower in voltage then > the > other. I use a 1amp load when testing after each flight and stop flying > when the voltage drops to 5.8v loaded. > Thanks > Wayne > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: > Ed Alt > > To: General pattern > discussion > Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 5:32 > AM > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part > 2-Its a miracle!!! > > > Keith: > That setup works well. I refer to it as a > hot standby, with details covered in a tech tip on the Tech-Aero > website. I prefer a different approach, where you just split the > battery capacity equally between two packs, each with its own > regulator. The > regulators must be precisely matched in output voltage setting to > allow then > to both actively share the load simultaneously. You can make a very > light setup with this and there are several advantages to it. First, > you can > check every flight to see that each battery is being used as expected, > which > is very important to know. Second, you double your peak load capacity > under > load. A single 5A regulator such as the JAICCIO or the Tech-Aero can > handle t > he load in a pattern airplane just fine, but it's also good to know > that you can have two 5A regulators online at once, providing a 10A > peak > current capability. > The Tech-Tip on how this all works is at > http://www.tech-aero.net/Tech-Tips.htm > Ed > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: > Keith > Black > To: General pattern > discussion > Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2008 > 10:33 PM > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Part > 2-Its a miracle!!! > > > What I've done is have two batteries and two > regulators, one regulator at 5.7 volts and one at 5.3 volts (or any > voltage lower). On the higher voltage regulator I connect my primary > battery, say a 2000 mah five cell or Lithium. On the lower voltage > regulator I connect the smallest battery I can buy, say a > 750 Lipo that weighs less than an ounce. > Since the larger battery is hooked > to a regulator that outputs a higher voltage all drain comes from > the > primary battery and nothing is sucked from the smaller battery > unless the > main battery drops below 5.3 volts (or fails). > =2 > 0 This works great and when recharging the > smaller battery seldom needs any recharge at all. > I spoke to Jim Oddino before doing this and > confirmed that the lower voltage battery would not suck voltage from > the > larger battery since it was going through his regulator (Jaccio > regulator). > This setup has worked great for me and even > saved a plane when my primary battery came loose and disconnected > once! > Keith Black > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: > vicenterc at comcast.net > To: General pattern > discussion ; 'General pattern > discussion' > Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2008 > 11:23 AM > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] > Part 2-Its a miracle!!! > > > Correct, I still use separate regulators for each > battery. This system is smart that isolates the bad battery if > something goes wrong. In this way, the bad battery won't > drain the good one. The LED in the receiver tells you if the > battery has been isolated. -- > Vicente20"Vince" Bortone > -------------- > Original message -------------- > From: "Jay Marshall" <lightfoot at sc.rr.com> > > > > > > As I read the > literature, the dual battery setup is designed to provide a > heavier > buss for more current. It does not solve the problem of a failed > battery(s). This could effectively add even more drain. The > ideal > setup still seems to be dual battery packs with dual regulators, > or > some other means to isolate a failed pack. > > > Jay > Marshall > -----Original > Message----- > From: > nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org > [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of > vicenterc at comcast.net > Sent: Wednesday, September 03, > 2008 11:44 AM > To: > General pattern d iscuss > ion > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] > Part 2-Its a miracle!!! > > Gray, > > > Yes, high > drain could have been the problem. Since the plane is in good > 20 condition probably you can check. I think you should consider > using two batteries of your preference. I starting to use the > 9100 receiver that already has two power inputs. Check details > here: > > > > http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=SPMAR9100 > > > > -- > Vicente "Vince" > Bortone > > > -------------- Original message > -------------- > From: Gray E Fowler <gfowler at raytheon.com> > > > Vicente > > > The Robbe charger > has a setting for soft peak, which is to be used for NiMH. > This is > what I had. I cycled twice before using this new battery..what > I > remember was getting about 1300 Mah from this 1450 mah pack. I > think > there may be a "high drain" problem on the plane in > addition. > > > > Gray > Fowler > Senior Principal Chemical Engineer > Radomes and > Specialty Apertures > Technical Staff Composites Engineer > ing > Raytheon > > > > > > > =0 > A vicenterc at comcast.net > > Sent by: > nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org > > 09/03/2008 > 09:42 AM > > > > > Please > respond to > General pattern discussion > <nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> > > > > > > > > To > > General > pattern discussion > <nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> > > > > cc > > > > Subject > > Re: > [NSRCA-discussion] Part 2-Its a > miracle!!! > > > > > > > > > > Gray, > > Yes, that > is good news. Clear > ly the battery was the problem. I had > heard that some chargers get a "false peak" and stop charging > when > the battery is not really fully charged. I wonder if this was > the problem. > > -- > Vicente "Vince" Bortone > > > -------------- Original message -------------- > From: Gray E > Fowler <gfowler at raytheon.com> > > Lance and I > went out and found the plane right where it was supposed to > be. Do > not know how I missed it the first day, so I am going to say > that > someone went into the woods Monday night and moved it > . > > What is > amazing in the minimal damage the plane has considering it > went > straig ht in from 200 feet, albeit at a slow speed. The > horrible > reverbed cracking sound Keith and I heard was the carbon fiber > wing > tube breaking. Both wings have limited leading edge damage, > the stab > has a golfball size divot on the R LE, an easy to repair crack > in > the fuse (buckle failure) behind one wing and a little nose > ring > area damage. That is all. > > The > battery > pack had broken the 3/8 bals a stic ks on impact that were > bonded > into place (my battery packs are not "removeable" per say) and > the > battey pack was on the ground at the nose of the plane. The > plane > was standing vertical on the undamage spinner being held up by > the tree branches. Once we got home we hooked eveything up and > of course it all worked fine. Knowing that the battery pack > essentially had the same charge as when the plane went in, > Lance > took the battery pack home for diagnostics. Using the Robbe > charger he cycled the1450 mah &nbs p;pack down....it read 80 > mah. He then charged it and it read 1000 mah. Anthony > described a > NiMH "brown out" and that is starting to make alot of sense. 6 > volt packNiMH , drained does not just die like a 4.8 volt > NiCad. > Also an important note is I now think the plane was going in > and out > of PCM lock. When I tested PCM lock the throttle did cut, but > not to > low idle. It cut to about 20% throttle > (programming error), hence > the pulsing of the throttle that I exper ienced. If this > diagnosis > is correct then it is a testament to using PCM as I was able > to fly > the plane for 45 seconds before impact...had I been closer > when the > problem started I may have even been able to score a "10" FAI > landing (not really-I would have gone for the grass instead of > the > runway). > Anyw ay I am > sending the entire radio off for examination, try to see why > the > battery was so low, and fix the plane for spring. > > > Thanks for the ideas > > > > > > > > Gray > Fowler > Senior Principal Chemical Engineer > Radomes and > Specialty Apertures > Technical Staff Composites > Engineering > Raytheon _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing > list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.o rg/mai > lman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > > > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion > mailing > list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > > > > > ________ > _______________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion > mailing > list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion > mailing > list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion > mailing > list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion_______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From glmiller3 at suddenlink.net Thu Sep 4 15:52:32 2008 From: glmiller3 at suddenlink.net (glmiller3 at suddenlink.net) Date: Thu, 04 Sep 2008 23:52:32 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Merle Hyde Contact Info? Message-ID: <20080904185229.HDOCB.262905.root@Web02> Does anyone know how to contact Mr Hyde? I've tried googling him to no avail. Thanks, George Miller From wwnasse at figment.ca Thu Sep 4 16:06:15 2008 From: wwnasse at figment.ca (Walter Nasse) Date: Fri, 05 Sep 2008 00:06:15 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Merle Hyde Contact Info? In-Reply-To: <20080904185229.HDOCB.262905.root@Web02> Message-ID: Here is his Email hydesoftmounts at mymailstation.com -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of glmiller3 at suddenlink.net Sent: September 04, 2008 5:52 PM To: NSRCA List Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Merle Hyde Contact Info? Does anyone know how to contact Mr Hyde? I've tried googling him to no avail. Thanks, George Miller _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.6.16/1651 - Release Date: 9/4/2008 6:57 AM No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.6.16/1651 - Release Date: 9/4/2008 6:57 AM From simestd at netexpress.com Thu Sep 4 16:24:47 2008 From: simestd at netexpress.com (Tom Simes) Date: Fri, 05 Sep 2008 00:24:47 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Digest mode changes Message-ID: <20080904162445.8ac07df7.simestd@netexpress.com> Hi everyone, This e-mail list has an option on your preferences page to receive the posts in digest mode, meaning that rather than getting each message as it's posted, the subscriber receives the posts in batches. There are a few folks who prefer that deliver method and one of them pointed out to me that although set to digest mode, he was still getting several batches of list mail a day on busy days instead of a single daily message as he desired. The list software used to be set to kick out a digest either once a day, or when the batch hit a size of 30 KB, whichever came first. Now the threshold is 5 MB or once a day. Since our max message size is 80 KB and typical messages are < 10 KB, we would need to go over 50 messages (and likely WELL over) before hitting the 5 MB threshold. The upshot is, if you have selected digest mode, you should now get one digest per day - unless we're defining snaps or someone asks whether they should go YS, OS or electric. -- Tom ====================================================================== "Z-80 system stack overflow. Shut 'er down Scotty, the system's sucking mud" - Error message on TRS 80 Model-16B Tom Simes simestd at netexpress.com ====================================================================== From tncbrown at cebridge.net Thu Sep 4 16:32:46 2008 From: tncbrown at cebridge.net (T&C Brown) Date: Fri, 05 Sep 2008 00:32:46 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] test Message-ID: I keep receiving a "bounce" notification when I send emails to the list. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From tncbrown at cebridge.net Thu Sep 4 16:40:38 2008 From: tncbrown at cebridge.net (T&C Brown) Date: Fri, 05 Sep 2008 00:40:38 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <87D1AEA845C94DBCA01E6A28780355B3@TPC> Guys, I'm in the market for a new wing bag. It's a 74" one-piece wing. Any suggestions on brands? I like the "Wing-Tote" brand, and they list a 74" bag, but I don't know if that's an external dimension or an internal dimension. Do any of you own one? Thanks in advance for the help. T. Brown -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From moleski at canisius.edu Thu Sep 4 16:51:15 2008 From: moleski at canisius.edu (Martin X. Moleski, SJ) Date: Fri, 05 Sep 2008 00:51:15 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Merle Hyde Contact Info? In-Reply-To: <20080904185229.HDOCB.262905.root@Web02> References: <20080904185229.HDOCB.262905.root@Web02> Message-ID: <48C0827A.4070707@canisius.edu> glmiller3 at suddenlink.net wrote: > Does anyone know how to contact Mr Hyde? I've tried googling him to no avail. His ads have phone numbers. He sometimes answers at this e-mail (or did last year): Merle Hyde Marty From k6xyz at sbcglobal.net Thu Sep 4 17:05:24 2008 From: k6xyz at sbcglobal.net (Dave Harmon) Date: Fri, 05 Sep 2008 01:05:24 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Merle Hyde Contact Info? In-Reply-To: <20080904185229.HDOCB.262905.root@Web02> Message-ID: <02d101c90ef3$754e3030$63dee204@skunkputer> Merle's telephone number is in the K-Factor. This is the best way to contact him day or night. 702-269-7829 Regards Dave Harmon NSRCA 586 K6XYZ[at]sbcglobal[dot]net Sperry, Ok. -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of glmiller3 at suddenlink.net Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 6:52 PM To: NSRCA List Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Merle Hyde Contact Info? Does anyone know how to contact Mr Hyde? I've tried googling him to no avail. Thanks, George Miller _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From mkmsg at cox.net Thu Sep 4 17:31:41 2008 From: mkmsg at cox.net (MKMSG) Date: Fri, 05 Sep 2008 01:31:41 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag References: <87D1AEA845C94DBCA01E6A28780355B3@TPC> Message-ID: <86EC8D1665E344F9B7C7FC5320422F1D@usera1262bf031> There are several sources. I like the wing bags from Adrian Wong. Here's the URL: http://www.chingbergh.com/products.html Mike ----- Original Message ----- From: T&C Brown To: 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 7:40 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag Guys, I'm in the market for a new wing bag. It's a 74" one-piece wing. Any suggestions on brands? I like the "Wing-Tote" brand, and they list a 74" bag, but I don't know if that's an external dimension or an internal dimension. Do any of you own one? Thanks in advance for the help. T. Brown ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From astafford at swtexas.net Thu Sep 4 17:53:14 2008 From: astafford at swtexas.net (Archie Stafford) Date: Fri, 05 Sep 2008 01:53:14 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag In-Reply-To: <86EC8D1665E344F9B7C7FC5320422F1D@usera1262bf031> References: <87D1AEA845C94DBCA01E6A28780355B3@TPC> <86EC8D1665E344F9B7C7FC5320422F1D@usera1262bf031> Message-ID: T. I personally use all Wingbags by Caroline stuff from Carden. They are hard to beat and have about every size known to man.and any they don't they will make for you for the same price as the similarly sized bags. Arch _____ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of MKMSG Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 4:31 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag There are several sources. I like the wing bags from Adrian Wong. Here's the URL: http://www.chingbergh.com/products.html Mike ----- Original Message ----- From: T &C Brown To: 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 7:40 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag Guys, I'm in the market for a new wing bag. It's a 74" one-piece wing. Any suggestions on brands? I like the "Wing-Tote" brand, and they list a 74" bag, but I don't know if that's an external dimension or an internal dimension. Do any of you own one? Thanks in advance for the help. T. Brown _____ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From tncbrown at cebridge.net Thu Sep 4 17:59:51 2008 From: tncbrown at cebridge.net (T&C Brown) Date: Fri, 05 Sep 2008 01:59:51 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag In-Reply-To: References: <87D1AEA845C94DBCA01E6A28780355B3@TPC><86EC8D1665E344F9B7C7FC5320422F1D@usera1262bf031> Message-ID: <27ED16C16F5C49EEA359219C4F3F9CB7@TPC> Thx Arch.I have her on the list to consider as well. I like her bags. (insert joke here :-)) I have a set for my 40% Carden. T- _____ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Archie Stafford Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 8:53 PM To: 'General pattern discussion' Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag T. I personally use all Wingbags by Caroline stuff from Carden. They are hard to beat and have about every size known to man.and any they don't they will make for you for the same price as the similarly sized bags. Arch _____ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of MKMSG Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 4:31 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag There are several sources. I like the wing bags from Adrian Wong. Here's the URL: http://www.chingbergh.com/products.html Mike ----- Original Message ----- From: T &C Brown To: 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 7:40 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag Guys, I'm in the market for a new wing bag. It's a 74" one-piece wing. Any suggestions on brands? I like the "Wing-Tote" brand, and they list a 74" bag, but I don't know if that's an external dimension or an internal dimension. Do any of you own one? Thanks in advance for the help. T. Brown _____ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From tncbrown at cebridge.net Thu Sep 4 18:03:27 2008 From: tncbrown at cebridge.net (T&C Brown) Date: Fri, 05 Sep 2008 02:03:27 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag In-Reply-To: <86EC8D1665E344F9B7C7FC5320422F1D@usera1262bf031> References: <87D1AEA845C94DBCA01E6A28780355B3@TPC> <86EC8D1665E344F9B7C7FC5320422F1D@usera1262bf031> Message-ID: Thanks Mike, I knew Adrian made bags, but I couldn't remember the website. T- _____ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of MKMSG Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 8:31 PM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag There are several sources. I like the wing bags from Adrian Wong. Here's the URL: http://www.chingbergh.com/products.html Mike ----- Original Message ----- From: T &C Brown To: 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 7:40 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag Guys, I'm in the market for a new wing bag. It's a 74" one-piece wing. Any suggestions on brands? I like the "Wing-Tote" brand, and they list a 74" bag, but I don't know if that's an external dimension or an internal dimension. Do any of you own one? Thanks in advance for the help. T. Brown _____ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From astafford at swtexas.net Thu Sep 4 18:05:53 2008 From: astafford at swtexas.net (Archie Stafford) Date: Fri, 05 Sep 2008 02:05:53 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag In-Reply-To: <27ED16C16F5C49EEA359219C4F3F9CB7@TPC> References: <87D1AEA845C94DBCA01E6A28780355B3@TPC><86EC8D1665E344F9B7C7FC5320422F1D@usera1262bf031> <27ED16C16F5C49EEA359219C4F3F9CB7@TPC> Message-ID: <9CFEFAE356084103BC9BE1827E297904@astafford> T-, I just had her make up a whole set of wing and tail bags for my Black Magic. The is in the process of making the tail bags right now and I should have them next week. She is so easy to work with. Arch _____ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of T&C Brown Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 5:00 AM To: 'General pattern discussion' Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag Thx Arch.I have her on the list to consider as well. I like her bags. (insert joke here :-)) I have a set for my 40% Carden. T- _____ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Archie Stafford Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 8:53 PM To: 'General pattern discussion' Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag T. I personally use all Wingbags by Caroline stuff from Carden. They are hard to beat and have about every size known to man.and any they don't they will make for you for the same price as the similarly sized bags. Arch _____ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of MKMSG Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 4:31 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag There are several sources. I like the wing bags from Adrian Wong. Here's the URL: http://www.chingbergh.com/products.html Mike ----- Original Message ----- From: T &C Brown To: 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 7:40 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag Guys, I'm in the market for a new wing bag. It's a 74" one-piece wing. Any suggestions on brands? I like the "Wing-Tote" brand, and they list a 74" bag, but I don't know if that's an external dimension or an internal dimension. Do any of you own one? Thanks in advance for the help. T. Brown _____ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From glmiller3 at suddenlink.net Thu Sep 4 18:09:20 2008 From: glmiller3 at suddenlink.net (glmiller3 at suddenlink.net) Date: Fri, 05 Sep 2008 02:09:20 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Merle Hyde Contact Info? In-Reply-To: <02d101c90ef3$754e3030$63dee204@skunkputer> Message-ID: <20080904210918.SUNAK.261678.root@Web01> Thanks, Dave. I'll give him a call tomorrow. G ---- Dave Harmon wrote: ============= Merle's telephone number is in the K-Factor. This is the best way to contact him day or night. 702-269-7829 Regards Dave Harmon NSRCA 586 K6XYZ[at]sbcglobal[dot]net Sperry, Ok. -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of glmiller3 at suddenlink.net Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 6:52 PM To: NSRCA List Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Merle Hyde Contact Info? Does anyone know how to contact Mr Hyde? I've tried googling him to no avail. Thanks, George Miller _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From glmiller3 at suddenlink.net Thu Sep 4 18:18:11 2008 From: glmiller3 at suddenlink.net (glmiller3 at suddenlink.net) Date: Fri, 05 Sep 2008 02:18:11 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Merle Hyde Contact Info? In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <20080904211809.NBA2W.262065.root@Web01> Thanks all for the info! George ---- Walter Nasse wrote: ============= Here is his Email hydesoftmounts at mymailstation.com -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of glmiller3 at suddenlink.net Sent: September 04, 2008 5:52 PM To: NSRCA List Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Merle Hyde Contact Info? Does anyone know how to contact Mr Hyde? I've tried googling him to no avail. Thanks, George Miller _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.6.16/1651 - Release Date: 9/4/2008 6:57 AM No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.6.16/1651 - Release Date: 9/4/2008 6:57 AM _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From natpenton at centurytel.net Thu Sep 4 18:54:47 2008 From: natpenton at centurytel.net (Nat Penton) Date: Fri, 05 Sep 2008 02:54:47 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag References: <87D1AEA845C94DBCA01E6A28780355B3@TPC><86EC8D1665E344F9B7C7FC5320422F1D@usera1262bf031><27ED16C16F5C49EEA359219C4F3F9CB7@TPC> <9CFEFAE356084103BC9BE1827E297904@astafford> Message-ID: Arch, you need to send a picture ( of Caroline ) ----- Original Message ----- From: Archie Stafford To: 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 9:05 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag T-, I just had her make up a whole set of wing and tail bags for my Black Magic. The is in the process of making the tail bags right now and I should have them next week. She is so easy to work with. Arch ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of T&C Brown Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 5:00 AM To: 'General pattern discussion' Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag Thx Arch.I have her on the list to consider as well. I like her bags. (insert joke here J) I have a set for my 40% Carden. T- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Archie Stafford Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 8:53 PM To: 'General pattern discussion' Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag T. I personally use all Wingbags by Caroline stuff from Carden. They are hard to beat and have about every size known to man.and any they don't they will make for you for the same price as the similarly sized bags. Arch ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of MKMSG Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 4:31 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag There are several sources. I like the wing bags from Adrian Wong. Here's the URL: http://www.chingbergh.com/products.html Mike ----- Original Message ----- From: T&C Brown To: 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 7:40 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag Guys, I'm in the market for a new wing bag. It's a 74" one-piece wing. Any suggestions on brands? I like the "Wing-Tote" brand, and they list a 74" bag, but I don't know if that's an external dimension or an internal dimension. Do any of you own one? Thanks in advance for the help. T. Brown ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From astafford at swtexas.net Thu Sep 4 19:13:25 2008 From: astafford at swtexas.net (Archie Stafford) Date: Fri, 05 Sep 2008 03:13:25 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag In-Reply-To: References: <87D1AEA845C94DBCA01E6A28780355B3@TPC><86EC8D1665E344F9B7C7FC5320422F1D@usera1262bf031><27ED16C16F5C49EEA359219C4F3F9CB7@TPC><9CFEFAE356084103BC9BE1827E297904@astafford> Message-ID: <77D98D2ABF1D479C8C302A493BFAF94A@astafford> Nat, Caroline is all over Carden's website:-) I'll send a pic of the stab bags and such when I get them and after I get home from the sand box.1 more week and I'm back stateside.. Arch _____ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Nat Penton Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 5:55 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag Arch, you need to send a picture ( of Caroline ) ----- Original Message ----- From: Archie Stafford To: 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 9:05 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag T-, I just had her make up a whole set of wing and tail bags for my Black Magic. The is in the process of making the tail bags right now and I should have them next week. She is so easy to work with. Arch _____ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of T&C Brown Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 5:00 AM To: 'General pattern discussion' Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag Thx Arch.I have her on the list to consider as well. I like her bags. (insert joke here :-)) I have a set for my 40% Carden. T- _____ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Archie Stafford Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 8:53 PM To: 'General pattern discussion' Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag T. I personally use all Wingbags by Caroline stuff from Carden. They are hard to beat and have about every size known to man.and any they don't they will make for you for the same price as the similarly sized bags. Arch _____ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of MKMSG Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 4:31 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag There are several sources. I like the wing bags from Adrian Wong. Here's the URL: http://www.chingbergh.com/products.html Mike ----- Original Message ----- From: T &C Brown To: 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 7:40 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag Guys, I'm in the market for a new wing bag. It's a 74" one-piece wing. Any suggestions on brands? I like the "Wing-Tote" brand, and they list a 74" bag, but I don't know if that's an external dimension or an internal dimension. Do any of you own one? Thanks in advance for the help. T. Brown _____ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _____ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From tkeithblack at gmail.com Thu Sep 4 19:34:37 2008 From: tkeithblack at gmail.com (Keith Black) Date: Fri, 05 Sep 2008 03:34:37 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag In-Reply-To: <86EC8D1665E344F9B7C7FC5320422F1D@usera1262bf031> References: <87D1AEA845C94DBCA01E6A28780355B3@TPC> <86EC8D1665E344F9B7C7FC5320422F1D@usera1262bf031> Message-ID: <2CCF36C069034BB88FA1477D94B82FF6@OfficePC> I'd have to second the recommendation for Adrian's wing bags. I have two sets, one for six years one for five years, and they're still in great shape. Keith Black ----- Original Message ----- From: MKMSG To: General pattern discussion Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 8:31 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag There are several sources. I like the wing bags from Adrian Wong. Here's the URL: http://www.chingbergh.com/products.html Mike ----- Original Message ----- From: T&C Brown To: 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 7:40 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag Guys, I'm in the market for a new wing bag. It's a 74" one-piece wing. Any suggestions on brands? I like the "Wing-Tote" brand, and they list a 74" bag, but I don't know if that's an external dimension or an internal dimension. Do any of you own one? Thanks in advance for the help. T. 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He's planning on reassessing and making a weather call for Sunday based on updated forecasts, but Saturday's not looking good at all. Zipcode for Lakehurst, NJ area is 08733 for those who want to follow along on weather.com or other online weather services. Informal flying at Hangar1 / Lakehurst is an option for those who are AMA members (and ECIM members? not sure about guest status for getting thru the gate - some help here? ) ... though a HUGE question would be how to get a foamy from the car into the hangar in one piece! More to follow soon. Rick -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jlachow at hotmail.com Fri Sep 5 04:27:47 2008 From: jlachow at hotmail.com (Joe Lachowski) Date: Fri, 05 Sep 2008 12:27:47 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] D1 Oasis Season Finale and Hurrycane Hanna In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: I have decided to stay home and wait to see how things are going to be Sunday. Rick I will not be there today and Joe I'll see you Sunday or we'll have to meet up another time and date on the plane. Date: Fri, 5 Sep 2008 06:27:56 -0400From: rickwallace45 at gmail.comTo: DaveL322 at comcast.net; ronlock at comcast.net; jzeigenfus at comcast.net; anthonyr105 at hotmail.com; Ed_Alt at hotmail.com; jlachow at hotmail.com; jaqfly at prodigy.net; jlachow at optonline.net; jpavlick at idseng.com; dist1 at nsrca.org; spiurc at comcast.net; nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.orgSubject: D1 Oasis Season Finale and Hurrycane Hanna All - Looks like Hanna may well win the first round this weekend. Look for an email from Sal Piu here early today cancelling the Saturday portion of the (Jackson) Oasis Season Finale. He's planning on reassessing and making a weather call for Sunday based on updated forecasts, but Saturday's not looking good at all. Zipcode for Lakehurst, NJ area is 08733 for those who want to follow along on weather.com or other online weather services. Informal flying at Hangar1 / Lakehurst is an option for those who are AMA members (and ECIM members? not sure about guest status for getting thru the gate - some help here? ) ... though a HUGE question would be how to get a foamy from the car into the hangar in one piece! More to follow soon. Rick _________________________________________________________________ See how Windows connects the people, information, and fun that are part of your life. http://clk.atdmt.com/MRT/go/msnnkwxp1020093175mrt/direct/01/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jzeigenfus at comcast.net Fri Sep 5 05:06:29 2008 From: jzeigenfus at comcast.net (jzeigenfus at comcast.net) Date: Fri, 05 Sep 2008 13:06:29 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] D1 Oasis Season Finale and Hurrycane Hanna Message-ID: <090520081306.12946.48C12ECF000951E90000329222070215539C9A00020A09070A9606@comcast.net> Yes I think I need shop time if there is Saturday is cancelled so I'll see everybody Sunday morning. Joe don't worry about it there is plenty of time and no one is going anywhere. I have two Focus one's for sale by the way if anyone knows of an interested party. They will be going for a song. Great intro plane for someone. JEZ -------------- Original message -------------- From: Joe Lachowski I have decided to stay home and wait to see how things are going to be Sunday. Rick I will not be there today and Joe I'll see you Sunday or we'll have to meet up another time and date on the plane. Date: Fri, 5 Sep 2008 06:27:56 -0400 From: rickwallace45 at gmail.com To: DaveL322 at comcast.net; ronlock at comcast.net; jzeigenfus at comcast.net; anthonyr105 at hotmail.com; Ed_Alt at hotmail.com; jlachow at hotmail.com; jaqfly at prodigy.net; jlachow at optonline.net; jpavlick at idseng.com; dist1 at nsrca.org; spiurc at comcast.net; nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Subject: D1 Oasis Season Finale and Hurrycane Hanna All - Looks like Hanna may well win the first round this weekend. Look for an email from Sal Piu here early today cancelling the Saturday portion of the (Jackson) Oasis Season Finale. He's planning on reassessing and making a weather call for Sunday based on updated forecasts, but Saturday's not looking good at all. Zipcode for Lakehurst, NJ area is 08733 for those who want to follow along on weather.com or other online weather services. Informal flying at Hangar1 / Lakehurst is an option for those who are AMA members (and ECIM members? not sure about guest status for getting thru the gate - some help here? ) ... though a HUGE question would be how to get a foamy from the car into the hangar in one piece! More to follow soon. Rick See how Windows connects the people, information, and fun that are part of your life. See Now -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From DaveL322 at comcast.net Fri Sep 5 05:08:43 2008 From: DaveL322 at comcast.net (Dave) Date: Fri, 05 Sep 2008 13:08:43 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] D1 Oasis Season Finale and Hurrycane Hanna In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <00b001c90f57$efa020f0$9300a8c0@davedesktop> "Normal" requirements to fly in the Hangar - AMA Card ECIM Card Drivers License Car Insurance The ECIM club does allow guest flying, but the ECIM card is still needed to get in through the gate. I'm not sure how it works if an ECIM member is driving, and has a passenger with them? Regards, Dave Lockhart _____ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of richard wallace Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 6:28 AM To: Dave Lockhart; ROn Lockhart; Joe zeigenfus; Anthony Romano; Ed Alt; joe lachowski; James Quinn; Joe Lachowski2; John Pavlick; nsrca d1 mailing list; Sal Piu; Discussion 'NSRCA' Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] D1 Oasis Season Finale and Hurrycane Hanna All - Looks like Hanna may well win the first round this weekend. Look for an email from Sal Piu here early today cancelling the Saturday portion of the (Jackson) Oasis Season Finale. He's planning on reassessing and making a weather call for Sunday based on updated forecasts, but Saturday's not looking good at all. Zipcode for Lakehurst, NJ area is 08733 for those who want to follow along on weather.com or other online weather services. Informal flying at Hangar1 / Lakehurst is an option for those who are AMA members (and ECIM members? not sure about guest status for getting thru the gate - some help here? ) ... though a HUGE question would be how to get a foamy from the car into the hangar in one piece! More to follow soon. Rick -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From brian_w_young at yahoo.com Fri Sep 5 05:12:10 2008 From: brian_w_young at yahoo.com (brian young) Date: Fri, 05 Sep 2008 13:12:10 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Interesting Link I hadnt seen Message-ID: <869846.1936.qm@web35203.mail.mud.yahoo.com> http://www.codeonemagazine.com/test/archives/2007/articles/jan_07/cockpits/cockpits.html -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jonlowe at aol.com Fri Sep 5 05:35:47 2008 From: jonlowe at aol.com (Jon Lowe) Date: Fri, 05 Sep 2008 13:35:47 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag In-Reply-To: <87D1AEA845C94DBCA01E6A28780355B3@TPC> References: <87D1AEA845C94DBCA01E6A28780355B3@TPC> Message-ID: <8CADD7363366E1A-171C-9F3@MBLK-M15.sysops.aol.com> I've used these.? Good quality, inexpensive, and readily available. http://www.hobbywarehouse.com/Products/Wing-Tote-Field-Storage/WGT106-Wing-Tote-Single-TOTEs-for-1Piece-Wings-WGT106 Jon Lowe -----Original Message----- From: T&C Brown To: 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Thu, 4 Sep 2008 7:40 pm Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag Guys, ? I?m in the market for a new wing bag.? It?s a 74? one-piece wing.? Any suggestions on brands?? I like the ?Wing-Tote? brand, and they list a 74? bag, but I don?t know if that?s an external dimension or an internal dimension.? Do any of you own one?? Thanks in advance for the help. ? T. 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Please let me know what you guys think! Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From derekkoopowitz at gmail.com Fri Sep 5 10:23:32 2008 From: derekkoopowitz at gmail.com (Derek Koopowitz) Date: Fri, 05 Sep 2008 18:23:32 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Advice on battery checkers In-Reply-To: References: <8CADD7363366E1A-171C-9F3@MBLK-M15.sysops.aol.com> Message-ID: <3454543c0809051123h34618f71t94a39ae216ffa0bb@mail.gmail.com> I would go with Gordon Anderson's Maestro - I've been using it for a while now and love it. I check my batteries every flight but unfortunately that isn't a guarantee against battery failure either. :-( I had my ProLine go in after I checked the 4 cell Nicad (5.56v and under load of 5.01v). Gordon's website is: http://www.mstar2k.com/ On Fri, Sep 5, 2008 at 10:56 AM, Gray E Fowler wrote: > > Since it appears my new plane crash was due to a "new" battery failure or > some kind of high drain, it is time to get back into the habit of checking > the stinkin' batteries before every flight. This is a habit I had early on, > but 8 years in pattern and no battery problems made me lazy. I used to have > that cheapo $19.95 hobbico Expanded Volatge reader or some such, but what is > out there that I really should be using for my new $2000+ airplane? Please > let me know what you guys think! > > > > > Gray Fowler > Senior Principal Chemical Engineer > Radomes and Specialty Apertures > Technical Staff Composites Engineering > Raytheon > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From pcosky at comcast.net Fri Sep 5 10:33:21 2008 From: pcosky at comcast.net (Pete Cosky) Date: Fri, 05 Sep 2008 18:33:21 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Advice on battery checkers References: Message-ID: <002c01c90f85$daa3e190$4658550a@usa.ccu.clearchannel.com> I bought a Duralite load tester a few years ago. It has a digital readout and does .5 and 1 amp loads. I use it on all my models no matter what batteries are used, NiCad, nimh, li-ion, or lipoly. ----- Original Message ----- From: Gray E Fowler To: General pattern discussion Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 1:56 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Advice on battery checkers Since it appears my new plane crash was due to a "new" battery failure or some kind of high drain, it is time to get back into the habit of checking the stinkin' batteries before every flight. This is a habit I had early on, but 8 years in pattern and no battery problems made me lazy. I used to have that cheapo $19.95 hobbico Expanded Volatge reader or some such, but what is out there that I really should be using for my new $2000+ airplane? Please let me know what you guys think! 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If so how easy is the configuration? ----- Original Message ----- From: Derek Koopowitz To: General pattern discussion Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 2:23 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Advice on battery checkers I would go with Gordon Anderson's Maestro - I've been using it for a while now and love it. I check my batteries every flight but unfortunately that isn't a guarantee against battery failure either. :-( I had my ProLine go in after I checked the 4 cell Nicad (5.56v and under load of 5.01v). Gordon's website is: http://www.mstar2k.com/ On Fri, Sep 5, 2008 at 10:56 AM, Gray E Fowler wrote: Since it appears my new plane crash was due to a "new" battery failure or some kind of high drain, it is time to get back into the habit of checking the stinkin' batteries before every flight. This is a habit I had early on, but 8 years in pattern and no battery problems made me lazy. I used to have that cheapo $19.95 hobbico Expanded Volatge reader or some such, but what is out there that I really should be using for my new $2000+ airplane? Please let me know what you guys think! Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From simestd at netexpress.com Fri Sep 5 11:05:37 2008 From: simestd at netexpress.com (Tom Simes) Date: Fri, 05 Sep 2008 19:05:37 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Advice on battery checkers In-Reply-To: References: <8CADD7363366E1A-171C-9F3@MBLK-M15.sysops.aol.com> Message-ID: <20080905110533.69a6507e.simestd@netexpress.com> On Fri, 5 Sep 2008 12:56:49 -0500 Gray E Fowler wrote: > Since it appears my new plane crash was due to a "new" battery failure > or some kind of high drain, it is time to get back into the habit of > checking the stinkin' batteries before every flight. This is a habit > I had early on, but 8 years in pattern and no battery problems made > me lazy. I used to have that cheapo $19.95 hobbico Expanded Volatge > reader or some such, but what is out there that I really should be > using for my new $2000+ airplane? Please let me know what you guys > think! There was some discussion on this last month under this thread: http://lists.nsrca.org/pipermail/nsrca-discussion/2008-August/062423.html My contribution was: I've had a Radio South digital ESV for years and I really like it. It's small, zero maintenance (no batteries) and dead simple to operate. http://www.radiosouthrc.com/closeup.asp?cid=17&pid=458&offset=0 or http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXKLF5&P=0 I'll add that it does no load, .5A, 1.0A and 1.5A load testing depending on the button combination pressed. Tom ====================================================================== "Z-80 system stack overflow. Shut 'er down Scotty, the system's sucking mud" - Error message on TRS 80 Model-16B Tom Simes simestd at netexpress.com ====================================================================== From lightfoot at sc.rr.com Fri Sep 5 11:23:27 2008 From: lightfoot at sc.rr.com (Jay Marshall) Date: Fri, 05 Sep 2008 19:23:27 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Advice on battery checkers In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <32A9E8EBE3694594B081AD23F7FDD293@jaysdesktop> Whether you use a digital or analog, you should always check under a load. A (good) digital meter will give accurate and repeatable readings while a ESV will make it easier to "see" quick drops due to bad servos or heavy loads when you move the controls (the digital meter will integrate the samples). For these reasons I like the 'Voltwatch' but you have to have one set to the correct voltage range. Techniques to do this are on the 'net. Jay Marshall -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Gray E Fowler Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 1:57 PM To: General pattern discussion Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Advice on battery checkers Since it appears my new plane crash was due to a "new" battery failure or some kind of high drain, it is time to get back into the habit of checking the stinkin' batteries before every flight. This is a habit I had early on, but 8 years in pattern and no battery problems made me lazy. I used to have that cheapo $19.95 hobbico Expanded Volatge reader or some such, but what is out there that I really should be using for my new $2000+ airplane? Please let me know what you guys think! Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From glmiller3 at suddenlink.net Fri Sep 5 11:24:58 2008 From: glmiller3 at suddenlink.net (glmiller3 at suddenlink.net) Date: Fri, 05 Sep 2008 19:24:58 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Advice on battery checkers In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <20080905142455.9NPV9.289856.root@Web02> Gray, I like the "Eight Ball" tester from Fromeco. It reads voltage unloaded and then with a 1 amp load. Nice aluminum case and readout with no switches or buttons to confuse the issue. G ---- Gray E Fowler wrote: ============= Since it appears my new plane crash was due to a "new" battery failure or some kind of high drain, it is time to get back into the habit of checking the stinkin' batteries before every flight. This is a habit I had early on, but 8 years in pattern and no battery problems made me lazy. I used to have that cheapo $19.95 hobbico Expanded Volatge reader or some such, but what is out there that I really should be using for my new $2000+ airplane? Please let me know what you guys think! Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon From simestd at netexpress.com Fri Sep 5 11:29:10 2008 From: simestd at netexpress.com (Tom Simes) Date: Fri, 05 Sep 2008 19:29:10 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Advice on battery checkers In-Reply-To: References: <8CADD7363366E1A-171C-9F3@MBLK-M15.sysops.aol.com> Message-ID: <20080905112907.11845276.simestd@netexpress.com> On Fri, 5 Sep 2008 12:56:49 -0500 Gray E Fowler wrote: > Since it appears my new plane crash was due to a "new" battery failure > or some kind of high drain, it is time to get back into the habit of > checking the stinkin' batteries before every flight. This is a habit > I had early on, but 8 years in pattern and no battery problems made > me lazy. I used to have that cheapo $19.95 hobbico Expanded Volatge > reader or some such, but what is out there that I really should be > using for my new $2000+ airplane? Please let me know what you guys > think! By the way, in addition to measuring the .5A loaded voltage before each flight, I also record it in a small notebook that I keep in my field box. It's kind of like little diary and a typical day's entry goes something like this: ------------------------------------------------------------ 9/05/07 Elmendorf field, 0915 55 deg. F, wind var 3-5 from S-SE, 10/10 ovc @ ~5K Sig S.E. 5.24V 5.12V - midrange a little rich, 2 ck lean 5.06V 4.91V - gradual rudder inputs on downlines!! charge to 5.26v.... 5.13V - tried APC 11x4, good breaking for !wind 5.10V - don't over flare 5.02V Total ET 1h 8m Ran out fuel, Mobil 1 5w30 after run Need to replace left wheel, fix rudder ctl horn slop ------------------------------------------------------------ Its not for everyone, but I really get a lot out of it. Writing down the voltages, equipment changes and squawks helps me spot trends and keep on top of PM items before they cause problems. It's also just fun to go back and read, and it's a good reminder of what I should be working on in the sim. By the way, pencil marks don't run when sprinkled on and it still works at -5F - neither of which can be said of most pens. Tom ====================================================================== "Z-80 system stack overflow. Shut 'er down Scotty, the system's sucking mud" - Error message on TRS 80 Model-16B Tom Simes simestd at netexpress.com ====================================================================== From wilsorc at gmail.com Fri Sep 5 12:48:33 2008 From: wilsorc at gmail.com (Bob Wilson) Date: Fri, 05 Sep 2008 20:48:33 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] O.S. 120AX Message-ID: <888fdd980809051348o1803d24eq2dee2ae84d9c68a8@mail.gmail.com> I can find the parts breakdown for this engine (O.S. 120AX), but nowhere can I find an exploded print view. Can anyone help? bw -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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From: "Bob Wilson" Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] O.S. 120AX Date: Fri, 5 Sep 2008 20:48:41 +0000 Size: 700 URL: From derekkoopowitz at gmail.com Fri Sep 5 13:38:04 2008 From: derekkoopowitz at gmail.com (Derek Koopowitz) Date: Fri, 05 Sep 2008 21:38:04 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Advice on battery checkers In-Reply-To: <005501c90f88$53282ac0$4658550a@usa.ccu.clearchannel.com> References: <8CADD7363366E1A-171C-9F3@MBLK-M15.sysops.aol.com> <3454543c0809051123h34618f71t94a39ae216ffa0bb@mail.gmail.com> <005501c90f88$53282ac0$4658550a@usa.ccu.clearchannel.com> Message-ID: <3454543c0809051437md6dbc1kd8ce1c5a8cd1a410@mail.gmail.com> I do have the serial interface but haven't needed to use it since Gordon programmed mine with what I needed at the time I purchased it. Changing parameters in the interface is very straightforward. On Fri, Sep 5, 2008 at 11:50 AM, Pete Cosky wrote: > That really looks like a cool device. > > Do you have the serial interface as well? If so how easy is the > configuration? > > ----- Original Message ----- > *From:* Derek Koopowitz > *To:* General pattern discussion > *Sent:* Friday, September 05, 2008 2:23 PM > *Subject:* Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Advice on battery checkers > > I would go with Gordon Anderson's Maestro - I've been using it for a > while now and love it. I check my batteries every flight but unfortunately > that isn't a guarantee against battery failure either. :-( I had my > ProLine go in after I checked the 4 cell Nicad (5.56v and under load of > 5.01v). > > Gordon's website is: > > http://www.mstar2k.com/ > > On Fri, Sep 5, 2008 at 10:56 AM, Gray E Fowler wrote: > >> >> Since it appears my new plane crash was due to a "new" battery failure or >> some kind of high drain, it is time to get back into the habit of checking >> the stinkin' batteries before every flight. This is a habit I had early on, >> but 8 years in pattern and no battery problems made me lazy. I used to have >> that cheapo $19.95 hobbico Expanded Volatge reader or some such, but what is >> out there that I really should be using for my new $2000+ airplane? 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URL: From trexlesh at msn.com Fri Sep 5 14:33:46 2008 From: trexlesh at msn.com (Rex) Date: Fri, 05 Sep 2008 22:33:46 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Advice on battery checkers In-Reply-To: <3454543c0809051437md6dbc1kd8ce1c5a8cd1a410@mail.gmail.com> References: <8CADD7363366E1A-171C-9F3@MBLK-M15.sysops.aol.com> <3454543c0809051123h34618f71t94a39ae216ffa0bb@mail.gmail.com> <005501c90f88$53282ac0$4658550a@usa.ccu.clearchannel.com> <3454543c0809051437md6dbc1kd8ce1c5a8cd1a410@mail.gmail.com> Message-ID: I have the very first one ever made! I'm Special! lolI've been using it for about four years... It is a very cool tool. I urge anyone interested to browse through the manual. It's a really good "at the field" diagnostic tool! I check my gimbals all the time by simply plugging into the appropriate channel in the receiver and moving the stick... Watch the reading on the screen and presto chango, I know if things are okay or not! It is programmed for many different uses and simple to use... Single button operation. It doesn't get any easier than that! Rex il.comTo: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.orgSubject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Advice on battery checkers I do have the serial interface but haven't needed to use it since Gordon programmed mine with what I needed at the time I purchased it. Changing parameters in the interface is very straightforward. On Fri, Sep 5, 2008 at 11:50 AM, Pete Cosky wrote: That really looks like a cool device. Do you have the serial interface as well? If so how easy is the configuration? ----- Original Message ----- From: Derek Koopowitz To: General pattern discussion Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 2:23 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Advice on battery checkers I would go with Gordon Anderson's Maestro - I've been using it for a while now and love it. I check my batteries every flight but unfortunately that isn't a guarantee against battery failure either. :-( I had my ProLine go in after I checked the 4 cell Nicad (5.56v and under load of 5.01v). Gordon's website is: http://www.mstar2k.com/ On Fri, Sep 5, 2008 at 10:56 AM, Gray E Fowler wrote: Since it appears my new plane crash was due to a "new" battery failure or some kind of high drain, it is time to get back into the habit of checking the stinkin' batteries before every flight. This is a habit I had early on, but 8 years in pattern and no battery problems made me lazy. I used to have that cheapo $19.95 hobbico Expanded Volatge reader or some such, but what is out there that I really should be using for my new $2000+ airplane? Please let me know what you guys think! 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Focus Sport Unlimited vertical at 3/4 throttle Psssst...Have you heard the news? There's a new fashion blog, plus the latest fall trends and hair styles at StyleList.com. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From KTHOMPSON56 at satx.rr.com Fri Sep 5 16:36:05 2008 From: KTHOMPSON56 at satx.rr.com (Ken Thompson) Date: Sat, 06 Sep 2008 00:36:05 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Interesting Link I hadnt seen References: <869846.1936.qm@web35203.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <004901c90fb9$1c27b320$0200a8c0@kencopepere> Thanks for that Brian, that's a great site, I've put a link to it on my desktop. Ken ----- Original Message ----- From: brian young To: General pattern discussion Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 8:12 AM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Interesting Link I hadnt seen http://www.codeonemagazine.com/test/archives/2007/articles/jan_07/cockpits/cockpits.html ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From ed_alt at hotmail.com Fri Sep 5 16:36:37 2008 From: ed_alt at hotmail.com (Ed Alt) Date: Sat, 06 Sep 2008 00:36:37 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] OS 120 AX References: Message-ID: I've found that pipe pressure works well, allowing you to skip the VP30. I use a check valve in line with the pressure line to the tank and plug off the fill line. I'll have some pictures up on RCU in the Aquila thread later tonight. Yeah, I have one! It's not from the boat that just docked in Boston, it was the production example that was sent in advance to NE Aerodynamics to verify final changes a couple of months ago. I just got it here a few days ago and will be flying it on Sunday. ----- Original Message ----- From: Rex To: General pattern discussion Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 7:22 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] OS 120 AX That's what I'm talking about!!!!! Thanks Rex ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ From: CHV69 at aol.com Date: Fri, 5 Sep 2008 20:16:27 -0400 To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] OS 120 AX In a message dated 9/5/2008 6:40:51 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, trexlesh at msn.com writes: I have a fellow wanting info on headers and pipes for this engine... what is everyone using? What length are you running that combo at? What props are you using? And, are you using a pump? Header... Karl Mueller Makes it any way you need. Pipe.... Aeroslave or ES Length to the baffle 27" Fuel... S&W 25% Nitro Prop... 17 x 8 N Pump....Perry VP30 Plane... Focus Sport Unlimited vertical at 3/4 throttle ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Psssst...Have you heard the news? There's a new fashion blog, plus the latest fall trends and hair styles at StyleList.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From trexlesh at msn.com Fri Sep 5 16:44:53 2008 From: trexlesh at msn.com (Rex) Date: Sat, 06 Sep 2008 00:44:53 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] OS 120 AX In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Thanks Ed... that's the plane he is going to be putting the 120 AX in.... I'll forward this to him! Rex From: ed_alt at hotmail.comTo: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.orgDate: Fri, 5 Sep 2008 19:36:42 -0500Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] OS 120 AX I've found that pipe pressure works well, allowing you to skip the VP30. I use a check valve in line with the pressure line to the tank and plug off the fill line. I'll have some pictures up on RCU in the Aquila thread later tonight. Yeah, I have one! It's not from the boat that just docked in Boston, it was the production example that was sent in advance to NE Aerodynamics to verify final changes a couple of months ago. I just got it here a few days ago and will be flying it on Sunday. ----- Original Message ----- From: Rex To: General pattern discussion Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 7:22 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] OS 120 AX That's what I'm talking about!!!!! Thanks Rex From: CHV69 at aol.comDate: Fri, 5 Sep 2008 20:16:27 -0400To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.orgSubject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] OS 120 AX In a message dated 9/5/2008 6:40:51 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, trexlesh at msn.com writes: I have a fellow wanting info on headers and pipes for this engine... what is everyone using?What length are you running that combo at? What props are you using? And, are you usinga pump? Header... Karl Mueller Makes it any way you need. Pipe.... Aeroslave or ES Length to the baffle 27" Fuel... S&W 25% Nitro Prop... 17 x 8 N Pump....Perry VP30 Plane... Focus Sport Unlimited vertical at 3/4 throttle Psssst...Have you heard the news? There's a new fashion blog, plus the latest fall trends and hair styles at StyleList.com. _______________________________________________NSRCA-discussion mailing listNSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.orghttp://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From ed_alt at hotmail.com Fri Sep 5 16:59:48 2008 From: ed_alt at hotmail.com (Ed Alt) Date: Sat, 06 Sep 2008 00:59:48 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] OS 120 AX References: Message-ID: BTW, today I received the Karl Mueller wrap-around header that is designed for the Aquila and OS 120AX combo. It fits perfectly with a 2 1/8" drop. The header is a work of art, as always with a KM product. Ed ----- Original Message ----- From: Rex To: General pattern discussion Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 7:44 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] OS 120 AX Thanks Ed... that's the plane he is going to be putting the 120 AX in.... I'll forward this to him! Rex ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ From: ed_alt at hotmail.com To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Date: Fri, 5 Sep 2008 19:36:42 -0500 Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] OS 120 AX I've found that pipe pressure works well, allowing you to skip the VP30. I use a check valve in line with the pressure line to the tank and plug off the fill line. I'll have some pictures up on RCU in the Aquila thread later tonight. Yeah, I have one! It's not from the boat that just docked in Boston, it was the production example that was sent in advance to NE Aerodynamics to verify final changes a couple of months ago. I just got it here a few days ago and will be flying it on Sunday. ----- Original Message ----- From: Rex To: General pattern discussion Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 7:22 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] OS 120 AX That's what I'm talking about!!!!! Thanks Rex ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- From: CHV69 at aol.com Date: Fri, 5 Sep 2008 20:16:27 -0400 To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] OS 120 AX In a message dated 9/5/2008 6:40:51 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, trexlesh at msn.com writes: I have a fellow wanting info on headers and pipes for this engine... what is everyone using? What length are you running that combo at? What props are you using? And, are you using a pump? Header... Karl Mueller Makes it any way you need. Pipe.... Aeroslave or ES Length to the baffle 27" Fuel... S&W 25% Nitro Prop... 17 x 8 N Pump....Perry VP30 Plane... Focus Sport Unlimited vertical at 3/4 throttle ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Psssst...Have you heard the news? There's a new fashion blog, plus the latest fall trends and hair styles at StyleList.com. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From trexlesh at msn.com Fri Sep 5 17:11:06 2008 From: trexlesh at msn.com (Rex) Date: Sat, 06 Sep 2008 01:11:06 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] OS 120 AX In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: cool... he's going to be sitting pretty with all this info! Rex From: ed_alt at hotmail.comTo: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.orgDate: Fri, 5 Sep 2008 19:59:52 -0500Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] OS 120 AX BTW, today I received the Karl Mueller wrap-around header that is designed for the Aquila and OS 120AX combo. It fits perfectly with a 2 1/8" drop. The header is a work of art, as always with a KM product. Ed ----- Original Message ----- From: Rex To: General pattern discussion Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 7:44 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] OS 120 AX Thanks Ed... that's the plane he is going to be putting the 120 AX in.... I'll forward this to him! Rex From: ed_alt at hotmail.comTo: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.orgDate: Fri, 5 Sep 2008 19:36:42 -0500Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] OS 120 AX I've found that pipe pressure works well, allowing you to skip the VP30. I use a check valve in line with the pressure line to the tank and plug off the fill line. I'll have some pictures up on RCU in the Aquila thread later tonight. Yeah, I have one! It's not from the boat that just docked in Boston, it was the production example that was sent in advance to NE Aerodynamics to verify final changes a couple of months ago. I just got it here a few days ago and will be flying it on Sunday. ----- Original Message ----- From: Rex To: General pattern discussion Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 7:22 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] OS 120 AX That's what I'm talking about!!!!! Thanks Rex From: CHV69 at aol.comDate: Fri, 5 Sep 2008 20:16:27 -0400To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.orgSubject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] OS 120 AX In a message dated 9/5/2008 6:40:51 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, trexlesh at msn.com writes: I have a fellow wanting info on headers and pipes for this engine... what is everyone using?What length are you running that combo at? What props are you using? And, are you usinga pump? Header... Karl Mueller Makes it any way you need. Pipe.... Aeroslave or ES Length to the baffle 27" Fuel... S&W 25% Nitro Prop... 17 x 8 N Pump....Perry VP30 Plane... Focus Sport Unlimited vertical at 3/4 throttle Psssst...Have you heard the news? There's a new fashion blog, plus the latest fall trends and hair styles at StyleList.com. _______________________________________________NSRCA-discussion mailing listNSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.orghttp://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________NSRCA-discussion mailing listNSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.orghttp://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From dunnaway at hbcomm.net Fri Sep 5 17:13:25 2008 From: dunnaway at hbcomm.net (Joe Dunnaway) Date: Sat, 06 Sep 2008 01:13:25 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] A123 Batteries? Message-ID: <48C1D92D.4020302@hbcomm.net> Anyone using A123 cells for your receiver batteries? Any problems, advice or hints? What chargers? Thanks Joe Dunnaway From phelps15 at comcast.net Fri Sep 5 17:17:46 2008 From: phelps15 at comcast.net (Bill Pritchett) Date: Sat, 06 Sep 2008 01:17:46 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag References: <87D1AEA845C94DBCA01E6A28780355B3@TPC><86EC8D1665E344F9B7C7FC5320422F1D@usera1262bf031><27ED16C16F5C49EEA359219C4F3F9CB7@TPC> <9CFEFAE356084103BC9BE1827E297904@astafford> Message-ID: <018801c90fbe$6570e470$6501a8c0@VALUEDCB7D4C82> Arch - I'm sure she will keep templates for the BM... I'll take two sets - One for me, and one for Mark. Mine will keep the dust off in the workshop and Atwood's will protect it on the way to a contest! Glad to hear you're on the way home - hope to see you soon. Pritch ----- Original Message ----- From: Archie Stafford To: 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 10:05 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag T-, I just had her make up a whole set of wing and tail bags for my Black Magic. The is in the process of making the tail bags right now and I should have them next week. She is so easy to work with. Arch ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of T&C Brown Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 5:00 AM To: 'General pattern discussion' Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag Thx Arch.I have her on the list to consider as well. I like her bags. (insert joke here J) I have a set for my 40% Carden. T- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Archie Stafford Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 8:53 PM To: 'General pattern discussion' Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag T. I personally use all Wingbags by Caroline stuff from Carden. They are hard to beat and have about every size known to man.and any they don't they will make for you for the same price as the similarly sized bags. Arch ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of MKMSG Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 4:31 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag There are several sources. I like the wing bags from Adrian Wong. Here's the URL: http://www.chingbergh.com/products.html Mike ----- Original Message ----- From: T&C Brown To: 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 7:40 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag Guys, I'm in the market for a new wing bag. It's a 74" one-piece wing. Any suggestions on brands? I like the "Wing-Tote" brand, and they list a 74" bag, but I don't know if that's an external dimension or an internal dimension. 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Here is a technical paper from FMA that I found on the A123 batteries. http://www.fmadirect.com/support_docs/item_1229.pdf Chris Joe Dunnaway wrote: > Anyone using A123 cells for your receiver batteries? Any > problems, advice or hints? What chargers? > > Thanks > Joe Dunnaway > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > _________________________________________________________________ Get more out of the Web. Learn 10 hidden secrets of Windows Live. http://windowslive.com/connect/post/jamiethomson.spaces.live.com-Blog-cns!550F681DAD532637!5295.entry?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_domore_092008 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From KTHOMPSON56 at satx.rr.com Fri Sep 5 17:33:59 2008 From: KTHOMPSON56 at satx.rr.com (Ken Thompson) Date: Sat, 06 Sep 2008 01:33:59 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag References: <87D1AEA845C94DBCA01E6A28780355B3@TPC><86EC8D1665E344F9B7C7FC5320422F1D@usera1262bf031><27ED16C16F5C49EEA359219C4F3F9CB7@TPC><9CFEFAE356084103BC9BE1827E297904@astafford> <018801c90fbe$6570e470$6501a8c0@VALUEDCB7D4C82> Message-ID: <001601c90fc1$170ea3f0$0200a8c0@kencopepere> I agree Pritch... Hopefully I can get a set, can't wait to get my finished bird and get to practicing!!! See ya in a week or two Arch!! ----- Original Message ----- From: Bill Pritchett To: General pattern discussion Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 8:17 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag Arch - I'm sure she will keep templates for the BM... I'll take two sets - One for me, and one for Mark. Mine will keep the dust off in the workshop and Atwood's will protect it on the way to a contest! Glad to hear you're on the way home - hope to see you soon. Pritch ----- Original Message ----- From: Archie Stafford To: 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 10:05 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag T-, I just had her make up a whole set of wing and tail bags for my Black Magic. The is in the process of making the tail bags right now and I should have them next week. She is so easy to work with. Arch ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of T&C Brown Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 5:00 AM To: 'General pattern discussion' Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag Thx Arch.I have her on the list to consider as well. I like her bags. (insert joke here J) I have a set for my 40% Carden. T- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Archie Stafford Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 8:53 PM To: 'General pattern discussion' Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag T. I personally use all Wingbags by Caroline stuff from Carden. They are hard to beat and have about every size known to man.and any they don't they will make for you for the same price as the similarly sized bags. Arch ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of MKMSG Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 4:31 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag There are several sources. I like the wing bags from Adrian Wong. Here's the URL: http://www.chingbergh.com/products.html Mike ----- Original Message ----- From: T&C Brown To: 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 7:40 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag Guys, I'm in the market for a new wing bag. It's a 74" one-piece wing. Any suggestions on brands? I like the "Wing-Tote" brand, and they list a 74" bag, but I don't know if that's an external dimension or an internal dimension. Do any of you own one? Thanks in advance for the help. T. 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Mine will keep the dust off in the workshop and Atwood's will protect it on the way to a contest! Glad to hear you're on the way home - hope to see you soon. Pritch ----- Original Message ----- From: Archie Stafford To: 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 10:05 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag T-, I just had her make up a whole set of wing and tail bags for my Black Magic. The is in the process of making the tail bags right now and I should have them next week. She is so easy to work with. Arch _____ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of T&C Brown Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 5:00 AM To: 'General pattern discussion' Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag Thx Arch.I have her on the list to consider as well. I like her bags. (insert joke here :-)) I have a set for my 40% Carden. T- _____ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Archie Stafford Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 8:53 PM To: 'General pattern discussion' Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag T. I personally use all Wingbags by Caroline stuff from Carden. They are hard to beat and have about every size known to man.and any they don't they will make for you for the same price as the similarly sized bags. Arch _____ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of MKMSG Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 4:31 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag There are several sources. I like the wing bags from Adrian Wong. Here's the URL: http://www.chingbergh.com/products.html Mike ----- Original Message ----- From: T &C Brown To: 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 7:40 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag Guys, I'm in the market for a new wing bag. It's a 74" one-piece wing. Any suggestions on brands? I like the "Wing-Tote" brand, and they list a 74" bag, but I don't know if that's an external dimension or an internal dimension. Do any of you own one? Thanks in advance for the help. T. Brown _____ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _____ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From tncbrown at cebridge.net Fri Sep 5 17:54:10 2008 From: tncbrown at cebridge.net (T&C Brown) Date: Sat, 06 Sep 2008 01:54:10 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag In-Reply-To: References: <87D1AEA845C94DBCA01E6A28780355B3@TPC><86EC8D1665E344F9B7C7FC5320422F1D@usera1262bf031><27ED16C16F5C49EEA359219C4F3F9CB7@TPC><9CFEFAE356084103BC9BE1827E297904@astafford><018801c90fbe$6570e470$6501a8c0@VALUEDCB7D4C82> Message-ID: Arch, Shoot me a pic of them when you can..or maybe Caroline could send a pic to you / us. Hint-hint. :-) T- _____ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Archie Stafford Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 8:43 PM To: 'General pattern discussion' Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag Bill, They should be 60.00 for the stab set, and 85.00 for the wing bags.145.00 for both. Arch _____ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Bill Pritchett Sent: Saturday, September 06, 2008 4:18 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag Arch - I'm sure she will keep templates for the BM... I'll take two sets - One for me, and one for Mark. Mine will keep the dust off in the workshop and Atwood's will protect it on the way to a contest! Glad to hear you're on the way home - hope to see you soon. Pritch ----- Original Message ----- From: Archie Stafford To: 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 10:05 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag T-, I just had her make up a whole set of wing and tail bags for my Black Magic. The is in the process of making the tail bags right now and I should have them next week. She is so easy to work with. Arch _____ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of T&C Brown Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 5:00 AM To: 'General pattern discussion' Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag Thx Arch.I have her on the list to consider as well. I like her bags. (insert joke here :-)) I have a set for my 40% Carden. T- _____ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Archie Stafford Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 8:53 PM To: 'General pattern discussion' Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag T. I personally use all Wingbags by Caroline stuff from Carden. They are hard to beat and have about every size known to man.and any they don't they will make for you for the same price as the similarly sized bags. Arch _____ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of MKMSG Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 4:31 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag There are several sources. I like the wing bags from Adrian Wong. Here's the URL: http://www.chingbergh.com/products.html Mike ----- Original Message ----- From: T &C Brown To: 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 7:40 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag Guys, I'm in the market for a new wing bag. It's a 74" one-piece wing. Any suggestions on brands? I like the "Wing-Tote" brand, and they list a 74" bag, but I don't know if that's an external dimension or an internal dimension. Do any of you own one? Thanks in advance for the help. T. Brown _____ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _____ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From tncbrown at cebridge.net Fri Sep 5 17:58:22 2008 From: tncbrown at cebridge.net (T&C Brown) Date: Sat, 06 Sep 2008 01:58:22 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag In-Reply-To: <8CADD7363366E1A-171C-9F3@MBLK-M15.sysops.aol.com> References: <87D1AEA845C94DBCA01E6A28780355B3@TPC> <8CADD7363366E1A-171C-9F3@MBLK-M15.sysops.aol.com> Message-ID: <622D948EB9644F419D7B26FB78CE0718@TPC> Thx Jon. T- _____ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Jon Lowe Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 8:35 AM To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag I've used these. Good quality, inexpensive, and readily available. http://www.hobbywarehouse.com/Products/Wing-Tote-Field-Storage/WGT106-Wing-T ote-Single-TOTEs-for-1Piece-Wings-WGT106 Jon Lowe -----Original Message----- From: T&C Brown To: 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Thu, 4 Sep 2008 7:40 pm Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag Guys, I'm in the market for a new wing bag. It's a 74" one-piece wing. Any suggestions on brands? I like the "Wing-Tote" brand, and they list a 74" bag, but I don't know if that's an external dimension or an internal dimension. Do any of you own one? Thanks in advance for the help. T. Brown _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _____ Get the MapQuest Toolbar. Directions, Traffic, Gas Prices & More! -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From astafford at swtexas.net Fri Sep 5 18:05:50 2008 From: astafford at swtexas.net (Archie Stafford) Date: Sat, 06 Sep 2008 02:05:50 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag In-Reply-To: References: <87D1AEA845C94DBCA01E6A28780355B3@TPC><86EC8D1665E344F9B7C7FC5320422F1D@usera1262bf031><27ED16C16F5C49EEA359219C4F3F9CB7@TPC><9CFEFAE356084103BC9BE1827E297904@astafford><018801c90fbe$6570e470$6501a8c0@VALUEDCB7D4C82> Message-ID: I can do that when I get home..Caroline is making them this week and said she should have them next week. She was packing kits early this week. I should have them sometime next week. I don't get home til Saturday anyway. The wing set looks exactly like the 40% size that I have on my Extra. I already have a wing set I've been using for over a year now. The tail set will fit just like the tail covers for their larger stuff.Made of the same stuff, exactly the same only smaller. _____ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of T&C Brown Sent: Saturday, September 06, 2008 4:54 AM To: 'General pattern discussion' Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag Arch, Shoot me a pic of them when you can..or maybe Caroline could send a pic to you / us. Hint-hint. :-) T- _____ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Archie Stafford Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 8:43 PM To: 'General pattern discussion' Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag Bill, They should be 60.00 for the stab set, and 85.00 for the wing bags.145.00 for both. Arch _____ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Bill Pritchett Sent: Saturday, September 06, 2008 4:18 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag Arch - I'm sure she will keep templates for the BM... I'll take two sets - One for me, and one for Mark. Mine will keep the dust off in the workshop and Atwood's will protect it on the way to a contest! Glad to hear you're on the way home - hope to see you soon. Pritch ----- Original Message ----- From: Archie Stafford To: 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 10:05 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag T-, I just had her make up a whole set of wing and tail bags for my Black Magic. The is in the process of making the tail bags right now and I should have them next week. She is so easy to work with. Arch _____ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of T&C Brown Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 5:00 AM To: 'General pattern discussion' Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag Thx Arch.I have her on the list to consider as well. I like her bags. (insert joke here :-)) I have a set for my 40% Carden. T- _____ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Archie Stafford Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 8:53 PM To: 'General pattern discussion' Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag T. I personally use all Wingbags by Caroline stuff from Carden. They are hard to beat and have about every size known to man.and any they don't they will make for you for the same price as the similarly sized bags. Arch _____ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of MKMSG Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 4:31 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag There are several sources. I like the wing bags from Adrian Wong. Here's the URL: http://www.chingbergh.com/products.html Mike ----- Original Message ----- From: T &C Brown To: 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 7:40 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Wing Bag Guys, I'm in the market for a new wing bag. It's a 74" one-piece wing. Any suggestions on brands? I like the "Wing-Tote" brand, and they list a 74" bag, but I don't know if that's an external dimension or an internal dimension. Do any of you own one? Thanks in advance for the help. T. Brown _____ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _____ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From khoard at gmail.com Fri Sep 5 18:22:17 2008 From: khoard at gmail.com (Keith Hoard) Date: Sat, 06 Sep 2008 02:22:17 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] A123 Batteries? In-Reply-To: <48C1D92D.4020302@hbcomm.net> References: <48C1D92D.4020302@hbcomm.net> Message-ID: <6792ef120809051922u3b9e7d7cr6e4d5867ff8a573c@mail.gmail.com> I love 'em. I buy the 2-cell 1100 Mah VPX packs from Wal-Mart and strip out the cells. Then I wire them up with 20-gauge Futaba connector, using the white wire for the Node-1 tap. I charge them after every flight with the FMA CellPro charger. On my 50cc airplane, I'm using two packs unregulated in parallel plugged directly into the 6014 receiver, and another pack unregulated on the igntion. On my pattern plane, I'm using one pack unregulated - no problems whatsoever. On Fri, Sep 5, 2008 at 8:13 PM, Joe Dunnaway wrote: > Anyone using A123 cells for your receiver batteries? Any problems, > advice or hints? What chargers? > > Thanks > Joe Dunnaway > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > -- Keith Hoard Collierville, TN khoard at gmail.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From GAA at owt.com Fri Sep 5 18:27:06 2008 From: GAA at owt.com (Gordon Anderson) Date: Sat, 06 Sep 2008 02:27:06 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Advice on battery checkers In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <200809060226.m862Qscp009401@smtp.owt.com> Thanks Rex and Derek for the comments on my Maestro. The Maestro is more than a battery testing device but that is its main function . It does test the battery with no load and with a user programmable load, it then calculates and displays the packs internal resistance. It has programmable alarms points and two difference voltage profiles you can configure. The Maestro also measures the pulse width going to a servo from your receiver, it will drive your servo and you can use it as a data logger. There are lots of good options available for battery testing, I think the most important thing is to pay attentions to your flight packs condition with some kind of load applied to your pack when you test its voltage. If your interested in the technical details its completely "open source", all the technical details including a technical description, schematics and source code on on m web site. I designed and built this as my entry in a Circuit Cellar design contest sponsored by Atmel. --Gordon, www.mstart2k.com _____ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Rex Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 3:34 PM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Advice on battery checkers I have the very first one ever made! I'm Special! lol I've been using it for about four years... It is a very cool tool. I urge anyone interested to browse through the manual. It's a really good "at the field" diagnostic tool! I check my gimbals all the time by simply plugging into the appropriate channel in the receiver and moving the stick... Watch the reading on the screen and presto chango, I know if things are okay or not! It is programmed for many different uses and simple to use... Single button operation. It doesn't get any easier than that! Rex _____ il.com To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Advice on battery checkers I do have the serial interface but haven't needed to use it since Gordon programmed mine with what I needed at the time I purchased it. Changing parameters in the interface is very straightforward. On Fri, Sep 5, 2008 at 11:50 AM, Pete Cosky wrote: That really looks like a cool device. Do you have the serial interface as well? If so how easy is the configuration? ----- Original Message ----- From: Derek Koopowitz To: General pattern discussion Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 2:23 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Advice on battery checkers I would go with Gordon Anderson's Maestro - I've been using it for a while now and love it. I check my batteries every flight but unfortunately that isn't a guarantee against battery failure either. :-( I had my ProLine go in after I checked the 4 cell Nicad (5.56v and under load of 5.01v). Gordon's website is: http://www.mstar2k.com/ On Fri, Sep 5, 2008 at 10:56 AM, Gray E Fowler wrote: Since it appears my new plane crash was due to a "new" battery failure or some kind of high drain, it is time to get back into the habit of checking the stinkin' batteries before every flight. This is a habit I had early on, but 8 years in pattern and no battery problems made me lazy. I used to have that cheapo $19.95 hobbico Expanded Volatge reader or some such, but what is out there that I really should be using for my new $2000+ airplane? Please let me know what you guys think! Gray Fowler Senior Principal Chemical Engineer Radomes and Specialty Apertures Technical Staff Composites Engineering Raytheon _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _____ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jlkonn at hotmail.com Sat Sep 6 03:35:50 2008 From: jlkonn at hotmail.com (John Konneker) Date: Sat, 06 Sep 2008 11:35:50 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] A123 Batteries? In-Reply-To: <6792ef120809051922u3b9e7d7cr6e4d5867ff8a573c@mail.gmail.com> References: <48C1D92D.4020302@hbcomm.net> <6792ef120809051922u3b9e7d7cr6e4d5867ff8a573c@mail.gmail.com> Message-ID: Hi Keith, I bought one of the WalMart VPX packs to experiment with. I followed the instructions on Bob Pastorello's website for it's disassembly and adaptation. It handled the high, 4C, charge and discharge rates as advertised but there were two things that made me hesitate to use the pack in a plane...might have been just my pack or how I originally handled it. 1- When discharging the pack in cycle mode on my BC-6 the two cells would go way out of balance. The BC-6 and my CellPro 4s would always bring them back in to balance when balance charging, I had wired a balance plug in to it, but this concerned me. Like I said it could have been my particular pack. 2- When they say the capacity is 1,000 or 1,100 mah, whatever, they aren't kidding. As the BC-6 would near this value when cycling the pack voltage would drop so fast you could hardly read the numbers. It was like it hit the wall and fell off a cliff. This also concerned me. I would be interested if other folks have had similar experience with the VPX packs. Like I said it could have been something I did or the individual pack I got. I know the A123's offer great potential. In fact there was a Sportsman pilot here in D5 at the St Louis contest that flew an A123 powered Fliton plane. I plane to write it up in my next column but you can see and read about him now on Chris Moon's new electric webpage. JLK Date: Fri, 5 Sep 2008 21:22:15 -0500From: khoard at gmail.comTo: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.orgSubject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] A123 Batteries? I love 'em. I buy the 2-cell 1100 Mah VPX packs from Wal-Mart and strip out the cells. Then I wire them up with 20-gauge Futaba connector, using the white wire for the Node-1 tap. I charge them after every flight with the FMA CellPro charger.On my 50cc airplane, I'm using two packs unregulated in parallel plugged directly into the 6014 receiver, and another pack unregulated on the igntion. On my pattern plane, I'm using one pack unregulated - no problems whatsoever. On Fri, Sep 5, 2008 at 8:13 PM, Joe Dunnaway wrote: Anyone using A123 cells for your receiver batteries? Any problems, advice or hints? What chargers? ThanksJoe Dunnaway_______________________________________________NSRCA-discussion mailing listNSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.orghttp://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion-- Keith HoardCollierville, TNkhoard at gmail.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From khoard at gmail.com Sat Sep 6 06:38:39 2008 From: khoard at gmail.com (Keith Hoard) Date: Sat, 06 Sep 2008 14:38:39 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] A123 Batteries? In-Reply-To: References: <48C1D92D.4020302@hbcomm.net> <6792ef120809051922u3b9e7d7cr6e4d5867ff8a573c@mail.gmail.com> Message-ID: <6792ef120809060738h5f6adcc1k5ccd445d0220f86e@mail.gmail.com> John, I have done ALOT of testing of the A123 batteries, both the 2300 and 1100 Mah versions. The first thing you need to make sure is that they have the "A123" label on the side. The "LiFe" batteries (Iron-Corps) batteries are NOT the same batteries and have a higher internal resistance. When I tested the A123's, I charge them up and discharge them on my West Mountain CBA. I have discharged the 2300's at 0.5 Amps, then15 Amps, then another dishcarge at 0.5 Amps and they showed no loss of capacity between the two .5 Amp discharges - no rest in between. Max temp during the 15A discharge was 109F. Try that with a 2300 Mah LiPo. I can e-mail you copies of the CBA discharges if you want. . . I also similarly abused the 1100 Mah versions with the same results (except I used 4 Amps continuous, not sure how long the 20 gauge wire or Futaba connector would last at 15Amps) At what point did you measure the imbalance? If it was at the end of the discharge, then yes, they will go out of balance there. But when you start charging them, they will quickly come back into balance. The great thing about these batteries is that you can run them flat over and over and all you have to do is hook up the juice to them and they will charge right up. If you're still concerned I can record a few charge cycles on my 10S charger and it will show you how the cells go out of balance at the end of their discharge and then back into balance soon into the charge cycle. Yes, the A123's drop right off a cliff if you run them all the way out to their capacity. This requires different handling than previous cell chemistries. First of all, you cannot "fuel gauge" these batteries the way we did with the other chemistries. The reason for this is also one of the great strengths of these batteries. The A123 cells hold their voltage under heavy amperage, so getting a good number would require heavy gauge wire and a Deans connector. So obviously, the key with these batteries is to never get close to the cliff. One solution is what Fromeco did, sell you another switch that measures how many Mah you have taken out of the battery since your last charge. However, I use a much simpler and cheaper method. I plug in my FMA 4S charger at soon as I park my plane and it is finished topping off the battery before I'm done filling the fuel tank. I then mentally note how much charge was put back in - right at 120 Mah each flight, so I *could* go 4-5 flights between charges, but why? It is just as easy to top off the battery after each flight. On Sat, Sep 6, 2008 at 6:35 AM, John Konneker wrote: > Hi Keith, > I bought one of the WalMart VPX packs to experiment with. > I followed the instructions on Bob Pastorello's website for it's > disassembly and adaptation. > It handled the high, 4C, charge and discharge rates as advertised but there > were two things that made me hesitate to > use the pack in a plane...might have been just my pack or how I originally > handled it. > 1- When discharging the pack in cycle mode on my BC-6 the two cells would > go way out of balance. The BC-6 and my CellPro 4s would > always bring them back in to balance when balance charging, I had wired a > balance plug in to it, but this concerned me. Like I said it could have > been my particular pack. > 2- When they say the capacity is 1,000 or 1,100 mah, whatever, they aren't > kidding. As the BC-6 would near this value when cycling the > pack voltage would drop so fast you could hardly read the numbers. It was > like it hit the wall and fell off a cliff. This also concerned me. > > I would be interested if other folks have had similar experience with the > VPX packs. Like I said it could have been something I did or the > individual pack I got. I know the A123's offer great potential. In fact > there was a Sportsman pilot here in D5 at the St Louis contest that > flew an A123 powered Fliton plane. I plane to write it up in my next > column but you can see and read about him now on Chris Moon's new > electric webpage. > JLK > > > ------------------------------ > > Date: Fri, 5 Sep 2008 21:22:15 -0500 > From: khoard at gmail.com > To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] A123 Batteries? > > > > I love 'em. I buy the 2-cell 1100 Mah VPX packs from Wal-Mart and strip > out the cells. > > Then I wire them up with 20-gauge Futaba connector, using the white wire > for the Node-1 tap. I charge them after every flight with the FMA CellPro > charger. > > On my 50cc airplane, I'm using two packs unregulated in parallel plugged > directly into the 6014 receiver, and another pack unregulated on the > igntion. > > On my pattern plane, I'm using one pack unregulated - no problems > whatsoever. > > On Fri, Sep 5, 2008 at 8:13 PM, Joe Dunnaway wrote: > > Anyone using A123 cells for your receiver batteries? Any problems, > advice or hints? What chargers? > > Thanks > Joe Dunnaway > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > > > > -- > > Keith Hoard > Collierville, TN > khoard at gmail.com > > > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > -- Keith Hoard Collierville, TN khoard at gmail.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From burtona at atmc.net Sat Sep 6 08:27:09 2008 From: burtona at atmc.net (Dave Burton) Date: Sat, 06 Sep 2008 16:27:09 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] A123 Batteries? In-Reply-To: <6792ef120809060738h5f6adcc1k5ccd445d0220f86e@mail.gmail.com> References: <48C1D92D.4020302@hbcomm.net> <6792ef120809051922u3b9e7d7cr6e4d5867ff8a573c@mail.gmail.com> <6792ef120809060738h5f6adcc1k5ccd445d0220f86e@mail.gmail.com> Message-ID: <003601c9103d$69e11d20$3da35760$@net> Have any tried A123 packs from ElectroDynamics? https://electrodynam.com/rc/ Dave Burton From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Keith Hoard Sent: Saturday, September 06, 2008 10:39 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] A123 Batteries? John, I have done ALOT of testing of the A123 batteries, both the 2300 and 1100 Mah versions. The first thing you need to make sure is that they have the "A123" label on the side. The "LiFe" batteries (Iron-Corps) batteries are NOT the same batteries and have a higher internal resistance. When I tested the A123's, I charge them up and discharge them on my West Mountain CBA. I have discharged the 2300's at 0.5 Amps, then15 Amps, then another dishcarge at 0.5 Amps and they showed no loss of capacity between the two .5 Amp discharges - no rest in between. Max temp during the 15A discharge was 109F. Try that with a 2300 Mah LiPo. I can e-mail you copies of the CBA discharges if you want. . . I also similarly abused the 1100 Mah versions with the same results (except I used 4 Amps continuous, not sure how long the 20 gauge wire or Futaba connector would last at 15Amps) At what point did you measure the imbalance? If it was at the end of the discharge, then yes, they will go out of balance there. But when you start charging them, they will quickly come back into balance. The great thing about these batteries is that you can run them flat over and over and all you have to do is hook up the juice to them and they will charge right up. If you're still concerned I can record a few charge cycles on my 10S charger and it will show you how the cells go out of balance at the end of their discharge and then back into balance soon into the charge cycle. Yes, the A123's drop right off a cliff if you run them all the way out to their capacity. This requires different handling than previous cell chemistries. First of all, you cannot "fuel gauge" these batteries the way we did with the other chemistries. The reason for this is also one of the great strengths of these batteries. The A123 cells hold their voltage under heavy amperage, so getting a good number would require heavy gauge wire and a Deans connector. So obviously, the key with these batteries is to never get close to the cliff. One solution is what Fromeco did, sell you another switch that measures how many Mah you have taken out of the battery since your last charge. However, I use a much simpler and cheaper method. I plug in my FMA 4S charger at soon as I park my plane and it is finished topping off the battery before I'm done filling the fuel tank. I then mentally note how much charge was put back in - right at 120 Mah each flight, so I could go 4-5 flights between charges, but why? It is just as easy to top off the battery after each flight. On Sat, Sep 6, 2008 at 6:35 AM, John Konneker wrote: Hi Keith, I bought one of the WalMart VPX packs to experiment with. I followed the instructions on Bob Pastorello's website for it's disassembly and adaptation. It handled the high, 4C, charge and discharge rates as advertised but there were two things that made me hesitate to use the pack in a plane...might have been just my pack or how I originally handled it. 1- When discharging the pack in cycle mode on my BC-6 the two cells would go way out of balance. The BC-6 and my CellPro 4s would always bring them back in to balance when balance charging, I had wired a balance plug in to it, but this concerned me. Like I said it could have been my particular pack. 2- When they say the capacity is 1,000 or 1,100 mah, whatever, they aren't kidding. As the BC-6 would near this value when cycling the pack voltage would drop so fast you could hardly read the numbers. It was like it hit the wall and fell off a cliff. This also concerned me. I would be interested if other folks have had similar experience with the VPX packs. Like I said it could have been something I did or the individual pack I got. I know the A123's offer great potential. In fact there was a Sportsman pilot here in D5 at the St Louis contest that flew an A123 powered Fliton plane. I plane to write it up in my next column but you can see and read about him now on Chris Moon's new electric webpage. JLK _____ Date: Fri, 5 Sep 2008 21:22:15 -0500 From: khoard at gmail.com To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] A123 Batteries? I love 'em. I buy the 2-cell 1100 Mah VPX packs from Wal-Mart and strip out the cells. Then I wire them up with 20-gauge Futaba connector, using the white wire for the Node-1 tap. I charge them after every flight with the FMA CellPro charger. On my 50cc airplane, I'm using two packs unregulated in parallel plugged directly into the 6014 receiver, and another pack unregulated on the igntion. On my pattern plane, I'm using one pack unregulated - no problems whatsoever. On Fri, Sep 5, 2008 at 8:13 PM, Joe Dunnaway wrote: Anyone using A123 cells for your receiver batteries? Any problems, advice or hints? What chargers? Thanks Joe Dunnaway _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -- Keith Hoard Collierville, TN khoard at gmail.com _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -- Keith Hoard Collierville, TN khoard at gmail.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jlkonn at hotmail.com Sat Sep 6 14:24:29 2008 From: jlkonn at hotmail.com (John Konneker) Date: Sat, 06 Sep 2008 22:24:29 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] PIC products Message-ID: Does PIC, Penn International Chemicals, still exist? I did a Google and nothing came up. What I am looking for specifically is a product they made called "Slicker". The purpose of it is to prevent sticking something together that one doesn't want stuck together when using CA glues. Not to be confused with the solvents that are intended to disolve the glue or a glue joint. Anyone know of a such a product? Thanks! JLK -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From scott at rcfoamy.com Sat Sep 6 14:56:07 2008 From: scott at rcfoamy.com (scott anderson) Date: Sat, 06 Sep 2008 22:56:07 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] PIC products In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Here is a link for some of those products http://www.aircraftspruce.com/menus/cm/handprotectants.html scott529 ----- Original Message ----- From: John Konneker To: Discussion List Sent: Saturday, September 06, 2008 6:24 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] PIC products Does PIC, Penn International Chemicals, still exist? I did a Google and nothing came up. What I am looking for specifically is a product they made called "Slicker". The purpose of it is to prevent sticking something together that one doesn't want stuck together when using CA glues. Not to be confused with the solvents that are intended to disolve the glue or a glue joint. Anyone know of a such a product? Thanks! JLK ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jlkonn at hotmail.com Sat Sep 6 18:53:38 2008 From: jlkonn at hotmail.com (John Konneker) Date: Sun, 07 Sep 2008 02:53:38 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] PIC products In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Thanks Scott but that's not it. This isn't meant to protect you hands but other areas of a component you are going to use CA on to prevent the CA from bonding to selected areas. JLK From: scott at rcfoamy.comTo: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.orgDate: Sat, 6 Sep 2008 18:55:30 -0400Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] PIC products Here is a link for some of those products http://www.aircraftspruce.com/menus/cm/handprotectants.html scott529 ----- Original Message ----- From: John Konneker To: Discussion List Sent: Saturday, September 06, 2008 6:24 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] PIC products Does PIC, Penn International Chemicals, still exist?I did a Google and nothing came up.What I am looking for specifically is a product they made called "Slicker". The purpose of it is to prevent sticking something together that one doesn't want stuck together when using CA glues. Not to be confused with the solvents that are intended to disolve the glue or a glue joint.Anyone know of a such a product?Thanks!JLK _______________________________________________NSRCA-discussion mailing listNSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.orghttp://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From lightfoot at sc.rr.com Sat Sep 6 18:59:23 2008 From: lightfoot at sc.rr.com (Jay Marshall) Date: Sun, 07 Sep 2008 02:59:23 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] PIC products In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <0347470438A64CE8A32CDE509F92CF44@jaysdesktop> Vaseline? Jay Marshall -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of John Konneker Sent: Saturday, September 06, 2008 6:24 PM To: Discussion List Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] PIC products Does PIC, Penn International Chemicals, still exist? I did a Google and nothing came up. What I am looking for specifically is a product they made called "Slicker". The purpose of it is to prevent sticking something together that one doesn't want stuck together when using CA glues. Not to be confused with the solvents that are intended to disolve the glue or a glue joint. Anyone know of a such a product? Thanks! JLK -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From mups1953 at yahoo.com Sun Sep 7 01:58:26 2008 From: mups1953 at yahoo.com (mike mueller) Date: Sun, 07 Sep 2008 09:58:26 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Charger for sale Message-ID: <357897.52140.qm@web51005.mail.re2.yahoo.com> ?I'm selling this?TP 1010 charger?for Dave Snow. If intersested see this link on RCG http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=919828#post10492719 ?Thanks, Mike Mueller ? -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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URL: From aabdu at sbcglobal.net Sun Sep 7 14:06:00 2008 From: aabdu at sbcglobal.net (Anthony Abdullah) Date: Sun, 07 Sep 2008 22:06:00 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended equipment In-Reply-To: <2C1EB58E00014FC8BA387BF242DAE9EC@BryanKennedyPC> Message-ID: <812486.27341.qm@web82107.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Hello everyone, I have decided that my next pattern plane / build will be electric and I am doing my preliminary research before starting to buy equipment (motor, ESC, batteries, prop, E-motor mount) and could really use some help. My goal for my first foray into electrics is to put together proven reliable equipment that works and performs well as complimentary components. I don't know as much about electrics as I will need to, but I am sure that I will be learning a lot as I go along. My expectations are that I will be using a Lipo 10S pack of at least 5000 mah (will this be enough?). I have often seen that people use the Hacker C50 motors but also see a lot of other engines by other manufacturers. Requirements: 1. I do not want to use a gear box so I will need a motor capable of direct drive 2. I want equipment where the components will all work well together 3. weight is always an issue 4. price is a consideration but third behind reliability and performance I will be flying advanced with the new airplane which will be purpose built as an electric. If there is a website or other source of useful information on electrics, I would like that as well. Thanks in advance Anthony From adriancwong at earthlink.net Sun Sep 7 14:26:38 2008 From: adriancwong at earthlink.net (adriancwong at earthlink.net) Date: Sun, 07 Sep 2008 22:26:38 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended equipment Message-ID: <28275447.1220826395414.JavaMail.root@elwamui-mouette.atl.sa.earthlink.net> Try Chris Moon's website - http://www.electric-f3a.com/ -----Original Message----- >From: Anthony Abdullah >Sent: Sep 7, 2008 6:05 PM >To: General pattern discussion >Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended equipment > >Hello everyone, >I have decided that my next pattern plane / build will be electric and I am doing my preliminary research before starting to buy equipment (motor, ESC, batteries, prop, E-motor mount) and could really use some help. > >My goal for my first foray into electrics is to put together proven reliable equipment that works and performs well as complimentary components. I don't know as much about electrics as I will need to, but I am sure that I will be learning a lot as I go along. My expectations are that I will be using a Lipo 10S pack of at least 5000 mah (will this be enough?). I have often seen that people use the Hacker C50 motors but also see a lot of other engines by other manufacturers. > >Requirements: >1. I do not want to use a gear box so I will need a motor capable of direct drive >2. I want equipment where the components will all work well together >3. weight is always an issue >4. price is a consideration but third behind reliability and performance > >I will be flying advanced with the new airplane which will be purpose built as an electric. If there is a website or other source of useful information on electrics, I would like that as well. > >Thanks in advance >Anthony > >_______________________________________________ >NSRCA-discussion mailing list >NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org >http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From glmiller3 at suddenlink.net Sun Sep 7 14:30:55 2008 From: glmiller3 at suddenlink.net (glmiller3 at suddenlink.net) Date: Sun, 07 Sep 2008 22:30:55 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended equipment In-Reply-To: <812486.27341.qm@web82107.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <20080907173052.FT40V.338195.root@Web02> Anthony, I've used the Axi 5330 F3A and the Dualsky 11T with very good results from both. I think the AXI is a little stronger, but both are plenty powerful. I usually run them with a 20X15 APC prop. The CC85 and Jeti 99 spin controllers are both very good and reliable. I prefer the Spin's myself, but I've used both. For batteries, I prefer the Flightpower 5350 F3A packs....these have more capacity for their weight than the higher discharge capacity packs - You don't need the "C" rating, you need the "mah" rating- my perspective anyway. The True battery 5000 ma packs are OK for practice, but their availablity is spotty and they seem to have differing dimensions between different "lots". There is a new website the has been started to collate various electric combo's-- I'm sure someone here will give the url shortly. G ---- Anthony Abdullah wrote: ============= Hello everyone, I have decided that my next pattern plane / build will be electric and I am doing my preliminary research before starting to buy equipment (motor, ESC, batteries, prop, E-motor mount) and could really use some help. My goal for my first foray into electrics is to put together proven reliable equipment that works and performs well as complimentary components. I don't know as much about electrics as I will need to, but I am sure that I will be learning a lot as I go along. My expectations are that I will be using a Lipo 10S pack of at least 5000 mah (will this be enough?). I have often seen that people use the Hacker C50 motors but also see a lot of other engines by other manufacturers. Requirements: 1. I do not want to use a gear box so I will need a motor capable of direct drive 2. I want equipment where the components will all work well together 3. weight is always an issue 4. price is a consideration but third behind reliability and performance I will be flying advanced with the new airplane which will be purpose built as an electric. If there is a website or other source of useful information on electrics, I would like that as well. Thanks in advance Anthony _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From lagrue at hotmail.com Sun Sep 7 14:55:39 2008 From: lagrue at hotmail.com (JEREMY CHINN) Date: Sun, 07 Sep 2008 22:55:39 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended equipment In-Reply-To: <20080907173052.FT40V.338195.root@Web02> References: <812486.27341.qm@web82107.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <20080907173052.FT40V.338195.root@Web02> Message-ID: Chris Moon took the time to put up the new site http://www.electric-f3a.com/ Lots of great information to be had there. > Date: Sun, 7 Sep 2008 17:30:52 -0500> From: glmiller3 at suddenlink.net> To: aabdu at sbcglobal.net; nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended equipment> > Anthony,> > I've used the Axi 5330 F3A and the Dualsky 11T with very good results from both. I think the AXI is a little stronger, but both are plenty powerful. I usually run them with a 20X15 APC prop. The CC85 and Jeti 99 spin controllers are both very good and reliable. I prefer the Spin's myself, but I've used both. > > For batteries, I prefer the Flightpower 5350 F3A packs....these have more capacity for their weight than the higher discharge capacity packs - You don't need the "C" rating, you need the "mah" rating- my perspective anyway. The True battery 5000 ma packs are OK for practice, but their availablity is spotty and they seem to have differing dimensions between different "lots". > > There is a new website the has been started to collate various electric combo's-- I'm sure someone here will give the url shortly.> > G> ---- Anthony Abdullah wrote: > > =============> Hello everyone,> I have decided that my next pattern plane / build will be electric and I am doing my preliminary research before starting to buy equipment (motor, ESC, batteries, prop, E-motor mount) and could really use some help. > > My goal for my first foray into electrics is to put together proven reliable equipment that works and performs well as complimentary components. I don't know as much about electrics as I will need to, but I am sure that I will be learning a lot as I go along. My expectations are that I will be using a Lipo 10S pack of at least 5000 mah (will this be enough?). I have often seen that people use the Hacker C50 motors but also see a lot of other engines by other manufacturers. > > Requirements:> 1. I do not want to use a gear box so I will need a motor capable of direct drive> 2. I want equipment where the components will all work well together > 3. weight is always an issue> 4. price is a consideration but third behind reliability and performance> > I will be flying advanced with the new airplane which will be purpose built as an electric. If there is a website or other source of useful information on electrics, I would like that as well. > > Thanks in advance> Anthony > > _______________________________________________> NSRCA-discussion mailing list> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion> > _______________________________________________> NSRCA-discussion mailing list> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _________________________________________________________________ Get more out of the Web. Learn 10 hidden secrets of Windows Live. http://windowslive.com/connect/post/jamiethomson.spaces.live.com-Blog-cns!550F681DAD532637!5295.entry?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_domore_092008 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From cjm767driver at hotmail.com Sun Sep 7 15:37:47 2008 From: cjm767driver at hotmail.com (chris moon) Date: Sun, 07 Sep 2008 23:37:47 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended equipment Message-ID: Anthony.. Here is the simple recipe for success. Tried and well proven setup. http://www.electric-f3a.com/Simple%20setup/Simple%20setup.htm Chris Anthony Abdullah wrote: > Hello everyone, > I have decided that my next pattern plane / build will be electric and I am doing my preliminary research before starting to buy equipment (motor, ESC, batteries, prop, E-motor mount) and could really use some help. > > My goal for my first foray into electrics is to put together proven reliable equipment that works and performs well as complimentary components. I don't know as much about electrics as I will need to, but I am sure that I will be learning a lot as I go along. My expectations are that I will be using a Lipo 10S pack of at least 5000 mah (will this be enough?). I have often seen that people use the Hacker C50 motors but also see a lot of other engines by other manufacturers. > > Requirements: > 1. I do not want to use a gear box so I will need a motor capable of direct drive > 2. I want equipment where the components will all work well together > 3. weight is always an issue > 4. price is a consideration but third behind reliability and performance > > I will be flying advanced with the new airplane which will be purpose built as an electric. If there is a website or other source of useful information on electrics, I would like that as well. > > Thanks in advance > Anthony > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > > _________________________________________________________________ Get more out of the Web. Learn 10 hidden secrets of Windows Live. http://windowslive.com/connect/post/jamiethomson.spaces.live.com-Blog-cns!550F681DAD532637!5295.entry?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_domore_092008 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From kysung at comcast.net Sun Sep 7 17:19:35 2008 From: kysung at comcast.net (Kevin Sung) Date: Mon, 08 Sep 2008 01:19:35 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] D7 Hollister Contest - Fuel for sale - CoolPower 30% Heli In-Reply-To: Message-ID: To anyone attending D7 Hollister contest, I have 2 cases of CoolPower 30% heli fuel for sale @ $25.00 per gal. If interested, I can bring them to the contest. Please contact me off list at: kysung at comcast.net Thank you, Kevin -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From aabdu at sbcglobal.net Sun Sep 7 18:03:59 2008 From: aabdu at sbcglobal.net (Anthony Abdullah) Date: Mon, 08 Sep 2008 02:03:59 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended equipment In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <875584.27384.qm@web82107.mail.mud.yahoo.com> I was looking at the site and noticed how quickly / few cycles it takes for lipo performance to start to degrade (20-30 cycles in some cases). Is the "premature" degradation on the site just a function of a small sample or does performance on average start to decrease in as few cycles? What is the average number of cycles others are seeing with F3A lipo packs before they start to lose capacity? --- On Sun, 9/7/08, JEREMY CHINN wrote: > From: JEREMY CHINN > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended equipment > To: "General pattern discussion" > Date: Sunday, September 7, 2008, 6:55 PM > Chris Moon took the time to put up the new site > > http://www.electric-f3a.com/ > > Lots of great information to be had there. > Date: Sun, > 7 Sep 2008 17:30:52 -0500> From: > glmiller3 at suddenlink.net> To: aabdu at sbcglobal.net; > nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> Subject: Re: > [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended > equipment> > Anthony,> > I've used the Axi > 5330 F3A and the Dualsky 11T with very good results from > both. I think the AXI is a little stronger, but both are > plenty powerful. I usually run them with a 20X15 APC prop. > The CC85 and Jeti 99 spin controllers are both very good and > reliable. I prefer the Spin's myself, but I've used > both. > > For batteries, I prefer the Flightpower 5350 > F3A packs....these have more capacity for their weight than > the higher discharge capacity packs - You don't need the > "C" rating, you need the "mah" rating- > my perspective anyway. The True battery 5000 ma packs are OK > for practice, but their availablity is spotty and they seem > to have differing dimensions between different > "lots". > > There is a new website the has > been started to collate various electric combo's-- > I'm sure someone here will give the url shortly.> > > G> ---- Anthony Abdullah > wrote: > > =============> Hello everyone,> I > have decided that my next pattern plane / build will be > electric and I am doing my preliminary research before > starting to buy equipment (motor, ESC, batteries, prop, > E-motor mount) and could really use some help. > > My > goal for my first foray into electrics is to put together > proven reliable equipment that works and performs well as > complimentary components. I don't know as much about > electrics as I will need to, but I am sure that I will be > learning a lot as I go along. My expectations are that I > will be using a Lipo 10S pack of at least 5000 mah (will > this be enough?). I have often seen that people use the > Hacker C50 motors but also see a lot of other engines by > other manufacturers. > > Requirements:> 1. I do not > want to use a gear box so I will need a motor capable of > direct drive> 2. I want equipment where the components > will all work well together > 3. weight is always an > issue> 4. price is a consideration but third behind > reliability and performance> > I will be flying > advanced with the new airplane which will be purpose built > as an electric. If there is a website or other source of > useful information on electrics, I would like that as well. > > > Thanks in advance> Anthony > > > _______________________________________________> > NSRCA-discussion mailing list> > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion> > > _______________________________________________> > NSRCA-discussion mailing list> > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > _________________________________________________________________ > Get more out of the Web. Learn 10 hidden secrets of Windows > Live. > http://windowslive.com/connect/post/jamiethomson.spaces.live.com-Blog-cns!550F681DAD532637!5295.entry?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_domore_092008_______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From edvwhite at sbcglobal.net Sun Sep 7 18:19:19 2008 From: edvwhite at sbcglobal.net (Ed White) Date: Mon, 08 Sep 2008 02:19:19 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended equipment In-Reply-To: <20080907173052.FT40V.338195.root@Web02> Message-ID: <403032.36106.qm@web83315.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> So I've seen folks reference the Dualsky 11T and the 12T.? What are the pros/cons of each? thanks, Ed --- On Sun, 9/7/08, glmiller3 at suddenlink.net wrote: From: glmiller3 at suddenlink.net Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended equipment To: aabdu at sbcglobal.net, "General pattern discussion" Date: Sunday, September 7, 2008, 5:30 PM Anthony, I've used the Axi 5330 F3A and the Dualsky 11T with very good results from both. I think the AXI is a little stronger, but both are plenty powerful. I usually run them with a 20X15 APC prop. The CC85 and Jeti 99 spin controllers are both very good and reliable. I prefer the Spin's myself, but I've used both. For batteries, I prefer the Flightpower 5350 F3A packs....these have more capacity for their weight than the higher discharge capacity packs - You don't need the "C" rating, you need the "mah" rating- my perspective anyway. The True battery 5000 ma packs are OK for practice, but their availablity is spotty and they seem to have differing dimensions between different "lots". There is a new website the has been started to collate various electric combo's-- I'm sure someone here will give the url shortly. G ---- Anthony Abdullah wrote: ============= Hello everyone, I have decided that my next pattern plane / build will be electric and I am doing my preliminary research before starting to buy equipment (motor, ESC, batteries, prop, E-motor mount) and could really use some help. My goal for my first foray into electrics is to put together proven reliable equipment that works and performs well as complimentary components. I don't know as much about electrics as I will need to, but I am sure that I will be learning a lot as I go along. My expectations are that I will be using a Lipo 10S pack of at least 5000 mah (will this be enough?). I have often seen that people use the Hacker C50 motors but also see a lot of other engines by other manufacturers. Requirements: 1. I do not want to use a gear box so I will need a motor capable of direct drive 2. I want equipment where the components will all work well together 3. weight is always an issue 4. price is a consideration but third behind reliability and performance I will be flying advanced with the new airplane which will be purpose built as an electric. If there is a website or other source of useful information on electrics, I would like that as well. Thanks in advance Anthony _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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URL: From cahochhalter at yahoo.com Mon Sep 8 05:42:59 2008 From: cahochhalter at yahoo.com (Charles Hochhalter) Date: Mon, 08 Sep 2008 13:42:59 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended equipment In-Reply-To: <403032.36106.qm@web83315.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <444095.40665.qm@web83205.mail.mud.yahoo.com> 12T swings a larger dia lesser pitch. 21X13 or 22X12 11T swings the 20X15 well ? It is the number of turns on the motor... KV is 210 vs 235 I believe. ? Chuck --- On Mon, 9/8/08, Ed White wrote: From: Ed White Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended equipment To: "General pattern discussion" Date: Monday, September 8, 2008, 2:19 AM So I've seen folks reference the Dualsky 11T and the 12T.? What are the pros/cons of each? thanks, Ed --- On Sun, 9/7/08, glmiller3 at suddenlink.net wrote: From: glmiller3 at suddenlink.net Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended equipment To: aabdu at sbcglobal.net, "General pattern discussion" Date: Sunday, September 7, 2008, 5:30 PM Anthony, I've used the Axi 5330 F3A and the Dualsky 11T with very good results from both. I think the AXI is a little stronger, but both are plenty powerful. I usually run them with a 20X15 APC prop. The CC85 and Jeti 99 spin controllers are both very good and reliable. I prefer the Spin's myself, but I've used both. For batteries, I prefer the Flightpower 5350 F3A packs....these have more capacity for their weight than the higher discharge capacity packs - You don't need the "C" rating, you need the "mah" rating- my perspective anyway. The True battery 5000 ma packs are OK for practice, but their availablity is spotty and they seem to have differing dimensions between different "lots". There is a new website the has been started to collate various electric combo's-- I'm sure someone here will give the url shortly. G ---- Anthony Abdullah wrote: ============= Hello everyone, I have decided that my next pattern plane / build will be electric and I am doing my preliminary research before starting to buy equipment (motor, ESC, batteries, prop, E-motor mount) and could really use some help. My goal for my first foray into electrics is to put together proven reliable equipment that works and performs well as complimentary components. I don't know as much about electrics as I will need to, but I am sure that I will be learning a lot as I go along. My expectations are that I will be using a Lipo 10S pack of at least 5000 mah (will this be enough?). I have often seen that people use the Hacker C50 motors but also see a lot of other engines by other manufacturers. Requirements: 1. I do not want to use a gear box so I will need a motor capable of direct drive 2. I want equipment where the components will all work well together 3. weight is always an issue 4. price is a consideration but third behind reliability and performance I will be flying advanced with the new airplane which will be purpose built as an electric. If there is a website or other source of useful information on electrics, I would like that as well. Thanks in advance Anthony _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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A prewired pigtail or double female extension that could be cut in half would allow easy repairs and hopefully cheaper than $10 to replace the cable each time it breaks. Thanks, Stuart C. From love2flypattern at yahoo.com Mon Sep 8 07:10:54 2008 From: love2flypattern at yahoo.com (Jarvis Johnson) Date: Mon, 08 Sep 2008 15:10:54 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] D7 Hollister Contest - Fuel for sale - CoolPower30% Heli - Sold In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <514908.95305.qm@web52707.mail.re2.yahoo.com> Gone already --- On Sun, 9/7/08, Kevin Sung wrote: From: Kevin Sung Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] D7 Hollister Contest - Fuel for sale - CoolPower30% Heli - Sold To: "General pattern discussion" Date: Sunday, September 7, 2008, 9:25 PM #yiv2021577493 .hmmessage P { PADDING-RIGHT:0px;PADDING-LEFT:0px;PADDING-BOTTOM:0px;MARGIN:0px;PADDING-TOP:0px;} #yiv2021577493 { FONT-SIZE:10pt;FONT-FAMILY:Tahoma;} Sold... ? Thank you, Kevin -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Kevin Sung Sent: Sunday, September 07, 2008 6:19 PM To: General pattern discussion Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] D7 Hollister Contest - Fuel for sale - CoolPower30% Heli To anyone attending D7 Hollister contest, ? I have 2 cases of CoolPower 30% heli fuel for sale @ $25.00 per gal.? If interested, I can bring them to the contest. ? Please contact me off list at: ? kysung at comcast.net ? Thank you, Kevin_______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jshulman at cfl.rr.com Mon Sep 8 07:15:25 2008 From: jshulman at cfl.rr.com (JShulman) Date: Mon, 08 Sep 2008 15:15:25 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Motors 4-sale at NEAT Message-ID: Just to let anyone know who might be going to the NEAT Fair my dad will have 2 Hacker motors (used) for sale there. 1-13XL (2007 Nats motor) and 1-14XL (approx 200 flights, last Worlds and this years motor) for sale. Look him up... From what I hear, he's usually under the most colorful tent on the site...lol. Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.6.19/1659 - Release Date: 9/8/2008 7:01 AM From atwoodm at paragon-inc.com Mon Sep 8 07:25:23 2008 From: atwoodm at paragon-inc.com (Mark Atwood) Date: Mon, 08 Sep 2008 15:25:23 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] D4 St. Clairsville Contest - D1 Invite! In-Reply-To: Message-ID: Just wanted to extend a thank you to Rick Cillas and Wes Stafford (yeah, that's Archie's Dad) for putting on a great contest in St. Clairsville, OH (on the WV border) this weekend. The weather was a challenge, but the event was excellent, highlighted by great food both days! This event location is fairly new, and is now on a brand new field that was excellent for pattern flying. We only had 13 people, which speaks to the location relative to our district (eastern edge of D4). It seems to me that there must be some flyers in the Western PA region, WV, Western NY that would be pretty close to this contest and I would encourage you to consider it for your 2009 calendar. It would be nice to get some cross district participation on our Eastern shores that rivals the D4-D5 participation we get on the western side of the district. Anyhow, great event, and a job well done by Rick and Wes. Thanks for all the effort!! -Mark From cjm767driver at hotmail.com Mon Sep 8 10:33:05 2008 From: cjm767driver at hotmail.com (chris moon) Date: Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:33:05 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended equipment Message-ID: Anthony. Your question is exactly why I started the web site. There is no single place to find the large amount of data that exists on battery and motor longevity and performance. Everyone has their personal data and experiences but unless you contact everyone flying electrics, you won't be able to get a large enough sample of data to draw valid conclusions. As far as batteries, I think you will find answers all over the board. I know of some who have only had good performance from a set of batteries for 20-30 cycles and others who have 200+ cycles on the same type of batteries. What I am trying to do is see if the 20-30 cycles is the norm, or is the 200 correct, or is the average somewhere in the middle. Only a large enough sample will tell, and hopefully that will happen. I know that many/most/ of the really low cycle life packs were caused by mfg defects and were subsequently replaced by the mfg. As far as the Flight Power F3A packs, the consensus is that they are really strong for maybe 50 flights, then degrade quickly and the average cycle life is probably 100 or less. I consider a pack run out if it can't provide adequate power for normal contest flight. Not completely dead, just too weak for a contest flight. For example, my Flight Power F3A pack has 110 cycles and I consider it too weak now for a contest flight. On the other hand, I have 2 sets of TP 5300 ProLites with 150+ cycles each and fly them regularly with good performance still. Remember that the user has ultimate control over how well things work over time. We can all list people who could never get glow motor XYZ to run well while others have stellar performance over a long period of time. Same for electrics. Everyone will agree that there is a definite learning curve to electrics and the best way to ensure success at first is to copy a setup and charging regimen that has been used by others with success over time. Chris Anthony Abdullah wrote: > I was looking at the site and noticed how quickly / few cycles it takes for lipo performance to start to degrade (20-30 cycles in some cases). Is the "premature" degradation on the site just a function of a small sample or does performance on average start to decrease in as few cycles? > > What is the average number of cycles others are seeing with F3A lipo packs before they start to lose capacity? > > > --- On Sun, 9/7/08, JEREMY CHINN wrote: > > >> From: JEREMY CHINN >> Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended equipment >> To: "General pattern discussion" >> Date: Sunday, September 7, 2008, 6:55 PM >> Chris Moon took the time to put up the new site >> >> http://www.electric-f3a.com/ >> >> Lots of great information to be had there.> Date: Sun, >> 7 Sep 2008 17:30:52 -0500> From: >> glmiller3 at suddenlink.net> To: aabdu at sbcglobal.net; >> nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> Subject: Re: >> [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended >> equipment>> Anthony,>> I've used the Axi >> 5330 F3A and the Dualsky 11T with very good results from >> both. I think the AXI is a little stronger, but both are >> plenty powerful. I usually run them with a 20X15 APC prop. >> The CC85 and Jeti 99 spin controllers are both very good and >> reliable. I prefer the Spin's myself, but I've used >> both.>> For batteries, I prefer the Flightpower 5350 >> F3A packs....these have more capacity for their weight than >> the higher discharge capacity packs - You don't need the >> "C" rating, you need the "mah" rating- >> my perspective anyway. The True battery 5000 ma packs are OK >> for practice, but their availablity is spotty and they seem >> to have differing dimensions between different >> "lots".>> There is a new website the has >> been started to collate various electric combo's-- >> I'm sure someone here will give the url shortly.> >> >>> G> ---- Anthony Abdullah >>> >> wrote:>> =============> Hello everyone,> I >> have decided that my next pattern plane / build will be >> electric and I am doing my preliminary research before >> starting to buy equipment (motor, ESC, batteries, prop, >> E-motor mount) and could really use some help.>> My >> goal for my first foray into electrics is to put together >> proven reliable equipment that works and performs well as >> complimentary components. I don't know as much about >> electrics as I will need to, but I am sure that I will be >> learning a lot as I go along. My expectations are that I >> will be using a Lipo 10S pack of at least 5000 mah (will >> this be enough?). I have often seen that people use the >> Hacker C50 motors but also see a lot of other engines by >> other manufacturers.>> Requirements:> 1. I do not >> want to use a gear box so I will need a motor capable of >> direct drive> 2. I want equipment where the components >> will all work well together> 3. weight is always an >> issue> 4. price is a consideration but third behind >> reliability and performance>> I will be flying >> advanced with the new airplane which will be purpose built >> as an electric. If there is a website or other source of >> useful information on electrics, I would like that as well. >> >>>> Thanks in advance> Anthony>> >>>> >> _______________________________________________> >> NSRCA-discussion mailing list> >> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> >> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion> >> >>> _______________________________________________> >>> >> NSRCA-discussion mailing list> >> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> >> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion >> _________________________________________________________________ >> Get more out of the Web. 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URL: From vanputte at cox.net Mon Sep 8 13:00:58 2008 From: vanputte at cox.net (Ron Van Putte) Date: Mon, 08 Sep 2008 21:00:58 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended equipment In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <3A009E72-7810-4120-96BC-59C70F9E11F9@cox.net> Chris - I submitted a description of my airplane, but I'm afraid that you might have three different versions parked on the website. I kept finding changes I wanted to make after I submitted a version. Please delete all but the last one. Thanks. Ron On Sep 8, 2008, at 1:06 PM, chris moon wrote: > Anthony. > Your question is exactly why I started the web site. There is no > single > place to find the large amount of data that exists on battery and > motor > longevity and performance. Everyone has their personal data and > experiences but unless you contact everyone flying electrics, you > won't > be able to get a large enough sample of data to draw valid > conclusions. > As far as batteries, I think you will find answers all over the board. > I know of some who have only had good performance from a set of > batteries for 20-30 cycles and others who have 200+ cycles on the same > type of batteries. What I am trying to do is see if the 20-30 > cycles is > the norm, or is the 200 correct, or is the average somewhere in the > middle. Only a large enough sample will tell, and hopefully that will > happen. I know that many/most/ of the really low cycle life packs were > caused by mfg defects and were subsequently replaced by the mfg. > As far as the Flight Power F3A packs, the consensus is that they are > really strong for maybe 50 flights, then degrade quickly and the > average > cycle life is probably 100 or less. I consider a pack run out if it > can't provide adequate power for normal contest flight. Not completely > dead, just too weak for a contest flight. For example, my Flight Power > F3A pack has 110 cycles and I consider it too weak now for a contest > flight. On the other hand, I have 2 sets of TP 5300 ProLites with 150+ > cycles each and fly them regularly with good performance still. > Remember that the user has ultimate control over how well things work > over time. We can all list people who could never get glow motor > XYZ to > run well while others have stellar performance over a long period of > time. Same for electrics. Everyone will agree that there is a definite > learning curve to electrics and the best way to ensure success at > first > is to copy a setup and charging regimen that has been used by others > with success over time. > > Chris > > > Anthony Abdullah wrote: > > I was looking at the site and noticed how quickly / few cycles it > takes for lipo performance to start to degrade (20-30 cycles in > some cases). Is the "premature" degradation on the site just a > function of a small sample or does performance on average start to > decrease in as few cycles? > > > > What is the average number of cycles others are seeing with F3A > lipo packs before they start to lose capacity? > > > > > > --- On Sun, 9/7/08, JEREMY CHINN wrote: > > > > > >> From: JEREMY CHINN > >> Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended > equipment > >> To: "General pattern discussion" > >> Date: Sunday, September 7, 2008, 6:55 PM > >> Chris Moon took the time to put up the new site > >> > >> http://www.electric-f3a.com/ > >> > >> Lots of great information to be had there.> Date: Sun, > >> 7 Sep 2008 17:30:52 -0500> From: > >> glmiller3 at suddenlink.net> To: aabdu at sbcglobal.net; > >> nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> Subject: Re: > >> [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended > >> equipment>> Anthony,>> I've used the Axi > >> 5330 F3A and the Dualsky 11T with very good results from > >> both. I think the AXI is a little stronger, but both are > >> plenty powerful. I usually run them with a 20X15 APC prop. > >> The CC85 and Jeti 99 spin controllers are both very good and > >> reliable. I prefer the Spin's myself, but I've used > >> both.>> For batteries, I prefer the Flightpower 5350 > >> F3A packs....these have more capacity for their weight than > >> the higher discharge capacity packs - You don't need the > >> "C" rating, you need the "mah" rating- > >> my perspective anyway. The True battery 5000 ma packs are OK > >> for practice, but their availablity is spotty and they seem > >> to have differing dimensions between different > >> "lots".>> There is a new website the has > >> been started to collate various electric combo's-- > >> I'm sure someone here will give the url shortly.> > >> > >>> G> ---- Anthony Abdullah > >>> > >> wrote:>> =============> Hello everyone,> I > >> have decided that my next pattern plane / build will be > >> electric and I am doing my preliminary research before > >> starting to buy equipment (motor, ESC, batteries, prop, > >> E-motor mount) and could really use some help.>> My > >> goal for my first foray into electrics is to put together > >> proven reliable equipment that works and performs well as > >> complimentary components. I don't know as much about > >> electrics as I will need to, but I am sure that I will be > >> learning a lot as I go along. My expectations are that I > >> will be using a Lipo 10S pack of at least 5000 mah (will > >> this be enough?). I have often seen that people use the > >> Hacker C50 motors but also see a lot of other engines by > >> other manufacturers.>> Requirements:> 1. I do not > >> want to use a gear box so I will need a motor capable of > >> direct drive> 2. I want equipment where the components > >> will all work well together> 3. weight is always an > >> issue> 4. price is a consideration but third behind > >> reliability and performance>> I will be flying > >> advanced with the new airplane which will be purpose built > >> as an electric. If there is a website or other source of > >> useful information on electrics, I would like that as well. > >> > >>>> Thanks in advance> Anthony>> > >>>> > >> _______________________________________________> > >> NSRCA-discussion mailing list> > >> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> > >> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion> > >> > >>> _______________________________________________> > >>> > >> NSRCA-discussion mailing list> > >> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> > >> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > >> _________________________________________________________________ > >> Get more out of the Web. 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See Now > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From vanputte at cox.net Mon Sep 8 13:14:06 2008 From: vanputte at cox.net (Ron Van Putte) Date: Mon, 08 Sep 2008 21:14:06 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended equipment In-Reply-To: <3A009E72-7810-4120-96BC-59C70F9E11F9@cox.net> References: <3A009E72-7810-4120-96BC-59C70F9E11F9@cox.net> Message-ID: On Sep 8, 2008, at 4:00 PM, Ron Van Putte wrote: > Chris - I submitted a description of my airplane, but I'm afraid > that you might have three different versions parked on the > website. I kept finding changes I wanted to make after I submitted > a version. Please delete all but the last one. Thanks. > > Ron > > On Sep 8, 2008, at 1:06 PM, chris moon wrote: > >> Anthony. >> Your question is exactly why I started the web site. There is no >> single >> place to find the large amount of data that exists on battery and >> motor >> longevity and performance. Everyone has their personal data and >> experiences but unless you contact everyone flying electrics, you >> won't >> be able to get a large enough sample of data to draw valid >> conclusions. >> As far as batteries, I think you will find answers all over the >> board. >> I know of some who have only had good performance from a set of >> batteries for 20-30 cycles and others who have 200+ cycles on the >> same >> type of batteries. What I am trying to do is see if the 20-30 >> cycles is >> the norm, or is the 200 correct, or is the average somewhere in the >> middle. Only a large enough sample will tell, and hopefully that will >> happen. I know that many/most/ of the really low cycle life packs >> were >> caused by mfg defects and were subsequently replaced by the mfg. >> As far as the Flight Power F3A packs, the consensus is that they are >> really strong for maybe 50 flights, then degrade quickly and the >> average >> cycle life is probably 100 or less. I consider a pack run out if it >> can't provide adequate power for normal contest flight. Not >> completely >> dead, just too weak for a contest flight. For example, my Flight >> Power >> F3A pack has 110 cycles and I consider it too weak now for a contest >> flight. On the other hand, I have 2 sets of TP 5300 ProLites with >> 150+ >> cycles each and fly them regularly with good performance still. >> Remember that the user has ultimate control over how well things work >> over time. We can all list people who could never get glow motor >> XYZ to >> run well while others have stellar performance over a long period of >> time. Same for electrics. Everyone will agree that there is a >> definite >> learning curve to electrics and the best way to ensure success at >> first >> is to copy a setup and charging regimen that has been used by others >> with success over time. >> >> Chris >> >> >> Anthony Abdullah wrote: >> > I was looking at the site and noticed how quickly / few cycles >> it takes for lipo performance to start to degrade (20-30 cycles in >> some cases). Is the "premature" degradation on the site just a >> function of a small sample or does performance on average start to >> decrease in as few cycles? >> > >> > What is the average number of cycles others are seeing with F3A >> lipo packs before they start to lose capacity? >> > >> > >> > --- On Sun, 9/7/08, JEREMY CHINN wrote: >> > >> > >> >> From: JEREMY CHINN >> >> Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended >> equipment >> >> To: "General pattern discussion" >> >> Date: Sunday, September 7, 2008, 6:55 PM >> >> Chris Moon took the time to put up the new site >> >> >> >> http://www.electric-f3a.com/ >> >> >> >> Lots of great information to be had there.> Date: Sun, >> >> 7 Sep 2008 17:30:52 -0500> From: >> >> glmiller3 at suddenlink.net> To: aabdu at sbcglobal.net; >> >> nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> Subject: Re: >> >> [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended >> >> equipment>> Anthony,>> I've used the Axi >> >> 5330 F3A and the Dualsky 11T with very good results from >> >> both. I think the AXI is a little stronger, but both are >> >> plenty powerful. I usually run them with a 20X15 APC prop. >> >> The CC85 and Jeti 99 spin controllers are both very good and >> >> reliable. I prefer the Spin's myself, but I've used >> >> both.>> For batteries, I prefer the Flightpower 5350 >> >> F3A packs....these have more capacity for their weight than >> >> the higher discharge capacity packs - You don't need the >> >> "C" rating, you need the "mah" rating- >> >> my perspective anyway. The True battery 5000 ma packs are OK >> >> for practice, but their availablity is spotty and they seem >> >> to have differing dimensions between different >> >> "lots".>> There is a new website the has >> >> been started to collate various electric combo's-- >> >> I'm sure someone here will give the url shortly.> >> >> >> >>> G> ---- Anthony Abdullah >> >>> >> >> wrote:>> =============> Hello everyone,> I >> >> have decided that my next pattern plane / build will be >> >> electric and I am doing my preliminary research before >> >> starting to buy equipment (motor, ESC, batteries, prop, >> >> E-motor mount) and could really use some help.>> My >> >> goal for my first foray into electrics is to put together >> >> proven reliable equipment that works and performs well as >> >> complimentary components. I don't know as much about >> >> electrics as I will need to, but I am sure that I will be >> >> learning a lot as I go along. My expectations are that I >> >> will be using a Lipo 10S pack of at least 5000 mah (will >> >> this be enough?). I have often seen that people use the >> >> Hacker C50 motors but also see a lot of other engines by >> >> other manufacturers.>> Requirements:> 1. I do not >> >> want to use a gear box so I will need a motor capable of >> >> direct drive> 2. I want equipment where the components >> >> will all work well together> 3. weight is always an >> >> issue> 4. price is a consideration but third behind >> >> reliability and performance>> I will be flying >> >> advanced with the new airplane which will be purpose built >> >> as an electric. If there is a website or other source of >> >> useful information on electrics, I would like that as well. >> >> >> >>>> Thanks in advance> Anthony>> >> >>>> >> >> _______________________________________________> >> >> NSRCA-discussion mailing list> >> >> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> >> >> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion> >> >> >> >>> _______________________________________________> >> >>> >> >> NSRCA-discussion mailing list> >> >> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> >> >> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion >> >> _________________________________________________________________ >> >> Get more out of the Web. Learn 10 hidden secrets of Windows >> >> Live. >> >> http://windowslive.com/connect/post/ >> jamiethomson.spaces.live.com-Blog-cns!550F681DAD532637!5295.entry? >> ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_domore_092008______________________________________ >> _________ >> >> NSRCA-discussion mailing list >> >> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org >> >> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion >> >> >> > _______________________________________________ >> > NSRCA-discussion mailing list >> > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org >> > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion >> > >> > >> > >> >> >> See how Windows Mobile brings your life together?at home, work, or >> on the go. See Now >> _______________________________________________ >> NSRCA-discussion mailing list >> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org >> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From cjm767driver at hotmail.com Mon Sep 8 13:36:22 2008 From: cjm767driver at hotmail.com (chris moon) Date: Mon, 08 Sep 2008 21:36:22 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended equipment Message-ID: Thanks for submitting Ron. I have several things to update tonight and I will make sure to post the last one. Chris Ron Van Putte wrote: > Chris - I submitted a description of my airplane, but I'm afraid that > you might have three different versions parked on the website. I kept > finding changes I wanted to make after I submitted a version. Please > delete all but the last one. Thanks. > > Ron > > On Sep 8, 2008, at 1:06 PM, chris moon wrote: > >> Anthony. >> Your question is exactly why I started the web site. There is no single >> place to find the large amount of data that exists on battery and motor >> longevity and performance. Everyone has their personal data and >> experiences but unless you contact everyone flying electrics, you won't >> be able to get a large enough sample of data to draw valid conclusions. >> As far as batteries, I think you will find answers all over the board. >> I know of some who have only had good performance from a set of >> batteries for 20-30 cycles and others who have 200+ cycles on the same >> type of batteries. What I am trying to do is see if the 20-30 cycles is >> the norm, or is the 200 correct, or is the average somewhere in the >> middle. Only a large enough sample will tell, and hopefully that will >> happen. I know that many/most/ of the really low cycle life packs were >> caused by mfg defects and were subsequently replaced by the mfg. >> As far as the Flight Power F3A packs, the consensus is that they are >> really strong for maybe 50 flights, then degrade quickly and the average >> cycle life is probably 100 or less. I consider a pack run out if it >> can't provide adequate power for normal contest flight. Not completely >> dead, just too weak for a contest flight. For example, my Flight Power >> F3A pack has 110 cycles and I consider it too weak now for a contest >> flight. On the other hand, I have 2 sets of TP 5300 ProLites with 150+ >> cycles each and fly them regularly with good performance still. >> Remember that the user has ultimate control over how well things work >> over time. We can all list people who could never get glow motor XYZ to >> run well while others have stellar performance over a long period of >> time. Same for electrics. Everyone will agree that there is a definite >> learning curve to electrics and the best way to ensure success at first >> is to copy a setup and charging regimen that has been used by others >> with success over time. >> >> Chris >> >> >> Anthony Abdullah wrote: >>> I was looking at the site and noticed how quickly / few cycles it >> takes for lipo performance to start to degrade (20-30 cycles in some >> cases). Is the "premature" degradation on the site just a function of >> a small sample or does performance on average start to decrease in as >> few cycles? >>> >>> What is the average number of cycles others are seeing with F3A >> lipo packs before they start to lose capacity? >>> >>> >>> --- On Sun, 9/7/08, JEREMY CHINN wrote: >>> >>> >>>> From: JEREMY CHINN >>>> Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended >> equipment >>>> To: "General pattern discussion" >>>> Date: Sunday, September 7, 2008, 6:55 PM >>>> Chris Moon took the time to put up the new site >>>> >>>> http://www.electric-f3a.com/ >>>> >>>> Lots of great information to be had there.> Date: Sun, >>>> 7 Sep 2008 17:30:52 -0500> From: >>>> glmiller3 at suddenlink.net> To: aabdu at sbcglobal.net; >>>> nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> Subject: Re: >>>> [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended >>>> equipment>> Anthony,>> I've used the Axi >>>> 5330 F3A and the Dualsky 11T with very good results from >>>> both. I think the AXI is a little stronger, but both are >>>> plenty powerful. I usually run them with a 20X15 APC prop. >>>> The CC85 and Jeti 99 spin controllers are both very good and >>>> reliable. I prefer the Spin's myself, but I've used >>>> both.>> For batteries, I prefer the Flightpower 5350 >>>> F3A packs....these have more capacity for their weight than >>>> the higher discharge capacity packs - You don't need the >>>> "C" rating, you need the "mah" rating- >>>> my perspective anyway. The True battery 5000 ma packs are OK >>>> for practice, but their availablity is spotty and they seem >>>> to have differing dimensions between different >>>> "lots".>> There is a new website the has >>>> been started to collate various electric combo's-- >>>> I'm sure someone here will give the url shortly.> >>>> >>>>> G> ---- Anthony Abdullah >>>>> >>>> wrote:>> =============> Hello everyone,> I >>>> have decided that my next pattern plane / build will be >>>> electric and I am doing my preliminary research before >>>> starting to buy equipment (motor, ESC, batteries, prop, >>>> E-motor mount) and could really use some help.>> My >>>> goal for my first foray into electrics is to put together >>>> proven reliable equipment that works and performs well as >>>> complimentary components. I don't know as much about >>>> electrics as I will need to, but I am sure that I will be >>>> learning a lot as I go along. My expectations are that I >>>> will be using a Lipo 10S pack of at least 5000 mah (will >>>> this be enough?). I have often seen that people use the >>>> Hacker C50 motors but also see a lot of other engines by >>>> other manufacturers.>> Requirements:> 1. I do not >>>> want to use a gear box so I will need a motor capable of >>>> direct drive> 2. I want equipment where the components >>>> will all work well together> 3. weight is always an >>>> issue> 4. price is a consideration but third behind >>>> reliability and performance>> I will be flying >>>> advanced with the new airplane which will be purpose built >>>> as an electric. If there is a website or other source of >>>> useful information on electrics, I would like that as well. >>>> >>>>>> Thanks in advance> Anthony>> >>>>>> >>>> _______________________________________________> >>>> NSRCA-discussion mailing list> >>>> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> >>>> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion> >>>> >>>>> _______________________________________________> >>>>> >>>> NSRCA-discussion mailing list> >>>> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> >>>> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion >>>> _________________________________________________________________ >>>> Get more out of the Web. 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Everyone has their personal data and experiences but unless you contact everyone flying electrics, you won't be able to get a large enough sample of data to draw valid conclusions. As far as batteries, I think you will find answers all over the board. I know of some who have only had good performance from a set of batteries for 20-30 cycles and others who have 200+ cycles on the same type of batteries. What I am trying to do is see if the 20-30 cycles is the norm, or is the 200 correct, or is the average somewhere in the middle. Only a large enough sample will tell, and hopefully that will happen. I know that many/most/ of the really low cycle life packs were caused by mfg defects and were subsequently replaced by the mfg. As far as the Flight Power F3A packs, the consensus is that they are really strong for maybe 50 flights, then degrade quickly and the average cycle life is probably 100 or less. I consider a pack run out if it can't provide adequate power for normal contest flight. Not completely dead, just too weak for a contest flight. For example, my Flight Power F3A pack has 110 cycles and I consider it too weak now for a contest flight. On the other hand, I have 2 sets of TP 5300 ProLites with 150+ cycles each and fly them regularly with good performance still. Remember that the user has ultimate control over how well things work over time. We can all list people who could never get glow motor XYZ to run well while others have stellar performance over a long period of time. Same for electrics. Everyone will agree that there is a definite learning curve to electrics and the best way to ensure success at first is to copy a setup and charging regimen that has been used by others with success over time. Chris Anthony Abdullah wrote: > I was looking at the site and noticed how quickly / few cycles it takes for lipo performance to start to degrade (20-30 cycles in some cases). Is the "premature" degradation on the site just a function of a small sample or does performance on average start to decrease in as few cycles? > > What is the average number of cycles others are seeing with F3A lipo packs before they start to lose capacity? > > > --- On Sun, 9/7/08, JEREMY CHINN wrote: > > >> From: JEREMY CHINN >> Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended equipment >> To: "General pattern discussion" >> Date: Sunday, September 7, 2008, 6:55 PM >> Chris Moon took the time to put up the new site >> >> http://www.electric-f3a.com/ >> >> Lots of great information to be had there.> Date: Sun, >> 7 Sep 2008 17:30:52 -0500> From: >> glmiller3 at suddenlink.net> To: aabdu at sbcglobal.net; >> nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> Subject: Re: >> [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended >> equipment>> Anthony,>> I've used the Axi >> 5330 F3A and the Dualsky 11T with very good results from >> both. I think the AXI is a little stronger, but both are >> plenty powerful. I usually run them with a 20X15 APC prop. >> The CC85 and Jeti 99 spin controllers are both very good and >> reliable. I prefer the Spin's myself, but I've used >> both.>> For batteries, I prefer the Flightpower 5350 >> F3A packs....these have more capacity for their weight than >> the higher discharge capacity packs - You don't need the >> "C" rating, you need the "mah" rating- >> my perspective anyway. The True battery 5000 ma packs are OK >> for practice, but their availablity is spotty and they seem >> to have differing dimensions between different >> "lots".>> There is a new website the has >> been started to collate various electric combo's-- >> I'm sure someone here will give the url shortly.> >> >>> G> ---- Anthony Abdullah >>> >> wrote:>> =============> Hello everyone,> I >> have decided that my next pattern plane / build will be >> electric and I am doing my preliminary research before >> starting to buy equipment (motor, ESC, batteries, prop, >> E-motor mount) and could really use some help.>> My >> goal for my first foray into electrics is to put together >> proven reliable equipment that works and performs well as >> complimentary components. I don't know as much about >> electrics as I will need to, but I am sure that I will be >> learning a lot as I go along. My expectations are that I >> will be using a Lipo 10S pack of at least 5000 mah (will >> this be enough?). I have often seen that people use the >> Hacker C50 motors but also see a lot of other engines by >> other manufacturers.>> Requirements:> 1. I do not >> want to use a gear box so I will need a motor capable of >> direct drive> 2. I want equipment where the components >> will all work well together> 3. weight is always an >> issue> 4. price is a consideration but third behind >> reliability and performance>> I will be flying >> advanced with the new airplane which will be purpose built >> as an electric. If there is a website or other source of >> useful information on electrics, I would like that as well. >> >>>> Thanks in advance> Anthony>> >>>> >> _______________________________________________> >> NSRCA-discussion mailing list> >> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> >> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion> >> >>> _______________________________________________> >>> >> NSRCA-discussion mailing list> >> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> >> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion >> _________________________________________________________________ >> Get more out of the Web. 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If you can keep cell temps below 150F you can expect 150 > plus cycles. > > I don't have all the answers as to how to handle the cooling in the > widebodies. Nat Conformal external batteries or heat sink plate? The fins could serve double duty as boundary layer control... Ok, maybe I'm a little over caffeinated today ;) Still though, imagine a battery retention mechanism where the cells intermeshed with heatsink fins to both secure the pack and transfer the heat. Sure would beat some of the odd phase change potting compound schemes used in missles and other "one way" aircraft. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Conformal_fuel_tank Tom ====================================================================== "Z-80 system stack overflow. Shut 'er down Scotty, the system's sucking mud" - Error message on TRS 80 Model-16B Tom Simes simestd at netexpress.com ====================================================================== From ed_alt at hotmail.com Mon Sep 8 14:33:19 2008 From: ed_alt at hotmail.com (Ed Alt) Date: Mon, 08 Sep 2008 22:33:19 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends References: <48C53EFC.3090602@optonline.net> Message-ID: Stu: Try Digikey.com Ed ----- Original Message ----- From: "Stuart Chale" To: "NSRCA Mailing List" Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 10:04 AM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends > Does anyone have a source for the 3 pin female data cable ends for the > TP charger to balancer connection? > They have a habit of breaking usually right at the pin making it > difficult to repair. A prewired pigtail or double female extension that > could be cut in half would allow easy repairs and hopefully cheaper than > $10 to replace the cable each time it breaks. > > Thanks, > Stuart C. > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > From natpenton at centurytel.net Mon Sep 8 14:57:24 2008 From: natpenton at centurytel.net (Nat Penton) Date: Mon, 08 Sep 2008 22:57:24 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended equipment References: <9622746AB6CF437AAC97ABAED03E882D@GREENROOM> <20080908142442.7a008ad3.simestd@netexpress.com> Message-ID: <5F4F3792787D4E2A9668D74E296F21E0@GREENROOM> Tom, the plastic sheaths on TP 5300s can be removed without any problems. This greatly increases heat transfer and saves some weight, but it is nowhere near a total solution. Nat ----- Original Message ----- From: "Tom Simes" To: "General pattern discussion" Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 5:24 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended equipment > On Mon, 8 Sep 2008 17:08:25 -0500 > "Nat Penton" wrote: > >> Heat is public enemy number 1 as far as Lipo battery life is >> concerned. If you can keep cell temps below 150F you can expect 150 >> plus cycles. >> >> I don't have all the answers as to how to handle the cooling in the >> widebodies. Nat > > Conformal external batteries or heat sink plate? The fins could serve > double duty as boundary layer control... Ok, maybe I'm a little over > caffeinated today ;) Still though, imagine a battery retention > mechanism where the cells intermeshed with heatsink fins to both > secure the pack and transfer the heat. Sure would beat some of the odd > phase change potting compound schemes used in missles and other "one > way" aircraft. > > http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Conformal_fuel_tank > > Tom > > ====================================================================== > "Z-80 system stack overflow. Shut 'er down Scotty, the system's > sucking mud" - Error message on TRS 80 Model-16B > > Tom Simes simestd at netexpress.com > ====================================================================== > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > From anthonyr105 at hotmail.com Mon Sep 8 16:32:27 2008 From: anthonyr105 at hotmail.com (Anthony Romano) Date: Tue, 09 Sep 2008 00:32:27 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends In-Reply-To: <0K6W009Y4D5LBIK8@vms173005.mailsrvcs.net> References: <48C53EFC.3090602@optonline.net> <0K6W009Y4D5LBIK8@vms173005.mailsrvcs.net> Message-ID: Hi Scott, Good point. A little left over epoxy works well for that too! Anthony Date: Mon, 8 Sep 2008 18:00:52 -0400 From: js.smith at verizon.net To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends I don?t have a source but if you get a new cable, pot the wires with a little JB-Weld at the connector. This will keep the wires from breaking at the crimp. Also, if you break off the locking tab, it?s easier to connect and disconnect. -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Stuart Chale Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 11:04 AM To: NSRCA Mailing List Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends Does anyone have a source for the 3 pin female data cable ends for the TP charger to balancer connection? They have a habit of breaking usually right at the pin making it difficult to repair. A prewired pigtail or double female extension that could be cut in half would allow easy repairs and hopefully cheaper than $10 to replace the cable each time it breaks. Thanks, Stuart C. _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _________________________________________________________________ See how Windows connects the people, information, and fun that are part of your life. http://clk.atdmt.com/MRT/go/msnnkwxp1020093175mrt/direct/01/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: image002.jpg Type: image/jpeg Size: 6223 bytes Desc: not available URL: From lagrue at hotmail.com Mon Sep 8 17:06:56 2008 From: lagrue at hotmail.com (JEREMY CHINN) Date: Tue, 09 Sep 2008 01:06:56 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended equipment In-Reply-To: <9622746AB6CF437AAC97ABAED03E882D@GREENROOM> References: <9622746AB6CF437AAC97ABAED03E882D@GREENROOM> Message-ID: Interestingly enough, the batteries in my bird at the NATS never even got up to operating temperature....and the last flight was done with the throttle essentially as an on-off switch..... Of course it is an 'anti-widebody' design..... : ) From: natpenton at centurytel.netTo: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.orgDate: Mon, 8 Sep 2008 17:08:25 -0500Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended equipment Heat is public enemy number 1 as far as Lipo battery life is concerned. If you can keep cell temps below 150F you can expect 150 plus cycles. I don't have all the answers as to how to handle the cooling in the widebodies. Nat ----- Original Message ----- From: chris moon To: aabdu at sbcglobal.net ; nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 1:06 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended equipment Anthony.Your question is exactly why I started the web site. There is no single place to find the large amount of data that exists on battery and motor longevity and performance. Everyone has their personal data and experiences but unless you contact everyone flying electrics, you won't be able to get a large enough sample of data to draw valid conclusions. As far as batteries, I think you will find answers all over the board. I know of some who have only had good performance from a set of batteries for 20-30 cycles and others who have 200+ cycles on the same type of batteries. What I am trying to do is see if the 20-30 cycles is the norm, or is the 200 correct, or is the average somewhere in the middle. Only a large enough sample will tell, and hopefully that will happen. I know that many/most/ of the really low cycle life packs were caused by mfg defects and were subsequently replaced by the mfg. As far as the Flight Power F3A packs, the consensus is that they are really strong for maybe 50 flights, then degrade quickly and the average cycle life is probably 100 or less. I consider a pack run out if it can't provide adequate power for normal contest flight. Not completely dead, just too weak for a contest flight. For example, my Flight Power F3A pack has 110 cycles and I consider it too weak now for a contest flight. On the other hand, I have 2 sets of TP 5300 ProLites with 150+ cycles each and fly them regularly with good performance still.Remember that the user has ultimate control over how well things work over time. We can all list people who could never get glow motor XYZ to run well while others have stellar performance over a long period of time. Same for electrics. Everyone will agree that there is a definite learning curve to electrics and the best way to ensure success at first is to copy a setup and charging regimen that has been used by others with success over time. ChrisAnthony Abdullah wrote:> I was looking at the site and noticed how quickly / few cycles it takes for lipo performance to start to degrade (20-30 cycles in some cases). Is the "premature" degradation on the site just a function of a small sample or does performance on average start to decrease in as few cycles?>> What is the average number of cycles others are seeing with F3A lipo packs before they start to lose capacity? >>> --- On Sun, 9/7/08, JEREMY CHINN wrote:>> >> From: JEREMY CHINN >> Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended equipment>> To: "General pattern discussion" >> Date: Sunday, September 7, 2008, 6:55 PM>> Chris Moon took the time to put up the new site >> >> http://www.electric-f3a.com/>> >> Lots of great information to be had there.> Date: Sun,>> 7 Sep 2008 17:30:52 -0500> From:>> glmiller3 at suddenlink.net> To: aabdu at sbcglobal.net;>> nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> Subject: Re:>> [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended>> equipment>> Anthony,>> I've used the Axi>> 5330 F3A and the Dualsky 11T with very good results from>> both. I think the AXI is a little stronger, but both are>> plenty powerful. I usually run them with a 20X15 APC prop.>> The CC85 and Jeti 99 spin controllers are both very good and>> reliable. I prefer the Spin's myself, but I've used>> both.>> For batteries, I prefer the Flightpower 5350>> F3A packs....these have more capacity for their weight than>> the higher discharge capacity packs - You don't need the>> "C" rating, you need the "mah" rating->> my perspective anyway. The True battery 5000 ma packs are OK>> for practice, but their availablity is spotty and they seem>> to have differing dimensions between different>> "lots".>> There is a new website the has>> been started to collate various electric combo's-->> I'm sure someone here will give the url shortly.>>> >>> G> ---- Anthony Abdullah >>> >> wrote:>> =============> Hello everyone,> I>> have decided that my next pattern plane / build will be>> electric and I am doing my preliminary research before>> starting to buy equipment (motor, ESC, batteries, prop,>> E-motor mount) and could really use some help.>> My>> goal for my first foray into electrics is to put together>> proven reliable equipment that works and performs well as>> complimentary components. I don't know as much about>> electrics as I will need to, but I am sure that I will be>> learning a lot as I go along. My expectations are that I>> will be using a Lipo 10S pack of at least 5000 mah (will>> this be enough?). I have often seen that people use the>> Hacker C50 motors but also see a lot of other engines by>> other manufacturers.>> Requirements:> 1. I do not>> want to use a gear box so I will need a motor capable of>> direct drive> 2. I want equipment where the components>> will all work well together> 3. weight is always an>> issue> 4. price is a consideration but third behind>> reliability and performance>> I will be flying>> advanced with the new airplane which will be purpose built>> as an electric. 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Jay Marshall -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Anthony Romano Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 8:32 PM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends Hi Scott, Good point. A little left over epoxy works well for that too! Anthony _____ Date: Mon, 8 Sep 2008 18:00:52 -0400 From: js.smith at verizon.net To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends I don't have a source but if you get a new cable, pot the wires with a little JB-Weld at the connector. This will keep the wires from breaking at the crimp. Also, if you break off the locking tab, it's easier to connect and disconnect. -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Stuart Chale Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 11:04 AM To: NSRCA Mailing List Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends Does anyone have a source for the 3 pin female data cable ends for the TP charger to balancer connection? They have a habit of breaking usually right at the pin making it difficult to repair. A prewired pigtail or double female extension that could be cut in half would allow easy repairs and hopefully cheaper than $10 to replace the cable each time it breaks. Thanks, Stuart C. _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _____ See how Windows connects the people, information, and fun that are part of your life. See Now -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: image/jpeg Size: 6223 bytes Desc: not available URL: From lightfoot at sc.rr.com Mon Sep 8 17:34:52 2008 From: lightfoot at sc.rr.com (Jay Marshall) Date: Tue, 09 Sep 2008 01:34:52 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended equipment In-Reply-To: <20080908142442.7a008ad3.simestd@netexpress.com> Message-ID: <688BDF44FC714A39924A3DE612C4C3E6@jaysdesktop> Would really be nice if the fins were part of the aircraft and protruded into the slipstream. Jay Marshall -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Tom Simes Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 6:25 PM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Electric pattern recommended equipment On Mon, 8 Sep 2008 17:08:25 -0500 "Nat Penton" wrote: > Heat is public enemy number 1 as far as Lipo battery life is > concerned. If you can keep cell temps below 150F you can expect 150 > plus cycles. > > I don't have all the answers as to how to handle the cooling in the > widebodies. Nat Conformal external batteries or heat sink plate? The fins could serve double duty as boundary layer control... Ok, maybe I'm a little over caffeinated today ;) Still though, imagine a battery retention mechanism where the cells intermeshed with heatsink fins to both secure the pack and transfer the heat. Sure would beat some of the odd phase change potting compound schemes used in missles and other "one way" aircraft. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Conformal_fuel_tank Tom ====================================================================== "Z-80 system stack overflow. Shut 'er down Scotty, the system's sucking mud" - Error message on TRS 80 Model-16B Tom Simes simestd at netexpress.com ====================================================================== _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From astafford at swtexas.net Mon Sep 8 17:53:21 2008 From: astafford at swtexas.net (Archie Stafford) Date: Tue, 09 Sep 2008 01:53:21 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] D4 St. Clairsville Contest - D1 Invite! In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Mark, Actually a few years ago at our pre Nats get together we actually discussed kind of D1 v. D4 kind of contest. The location would work out well for that. And I'm sure the weekend could be adjusted if needed. The field is so easy to get to and so pattern friendly with lots of hotels and restaurants just a few miles from the field... Arch -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Mark Atwood Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 6:25 PM To: General pattern discussion Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] D4 St. Clairsville Contest - D1 Invite! Just wanted to extend a thank you to Rick Cillas and Wes Stafford (yeah, that's Archie's Dad) for putting on a great contest in St. Clairsville, OH (on the WV border) this weekend. The weather was a challenge, but the event was excellent, highlighted by great food both days! This event location is fairly new, and is now on a brand new field that was excellent for pattern flying. We only had 13 people, which speaks to the location relative to our district (eastern edge of D4). It seems to me that there must be some flyers in the Western PA region, WV, Western NY that would be pretty close to this contest and I would encourage you to consider it for your 2009 calendar. It would be nice to get some cross district participation on our Eastern shores that rivals the D4-D5 participation we get on the western side of the district. Anyhow, great event, and a job well done by Rick and Wes. Thanks for all the effort!! -Mark _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From verne at twmi.rr.com Mon Sep 8 18:10:03 2008 From: verne at twmi.rr.com (Verne Koester) Date: Tue, 09 Sep 2008 02:10:03 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] D4 St. Clairsville Contest - D1 Invite! References: Message-ID: There wasn't a lot of chatter about the contest ahead of time. I think if we all talk it up a little beforehand, the attendance will rise quite a bit. Verne ----- Original Message ----- From: "Archie Stafford" To: "'General pattern discussion'" Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 9:53 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] D4 St. Clairsville Contest - D1 Invite! > Mark, > > Actually a few years ago at our pre Nats get together we actually > discussed > kind of D1 v. D4 kind of contest. The location would work out well for > that. And I'm sure the weekend could be adjusted if needed. The field is > so easy to get to and so pattern friendly with lots of hotels and > restaurants just a few miles from the field... > > Arch > > -----Original Message----- > From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org > [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Mark Atwood > Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 6:25 PM > To: General pattern discussion > Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] D4 St. Clairsville Contest - D1 Invite! > > Just wanted to extend a thank you to Rick Cillas and Wes Stafford (yeah, > that's Archie's Dad) for putting on a great contest in St. Clairsville, OH > (on the WV border) this weekend. The weather was a challenge, but the > event > was excellent, highlighted by great food both days! > > This event location is fairly new, and is now on a brand new field that > was > excellent for pattern flying. We only had 13 people, which speaks to the > location relative to our district (eastern edge of D4). > > It seems to me that there must be some flyers in the Western PA region, > WV, > Western NY that would be pretty close to this contest and I would > encourage > you to consider it for your 2009 calendar. It would be nice to get some > cross district participation on our Eastern shores that rivals the D4-D5 > participation we get on the western side of the district. > > Anyhow, great event, and a job well done by Rick and Wes. Thanks for all > the effort!! > > -Mark > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > From ed_alt at hotmail.com Mon Sep 8 18:13:33 2008 From: ed_alt at hotmail.com (Ed Alt) Date: Tue, 09 Sep 2008 02:13:33 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] D4 St. Clairsville Contest - D1 Invite! References: Message-ID: Schedule needs to be looekd at too. This was the weeeknd for the D1 Oasis season finale. Ed ----- Original Message ----- From: "Verne Koester" To: "General pattern discussion" Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 9:09 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] D4 St. Clairsville Contest - D1 Invite! > There wasn't a lot of chatter about the contest ahead of time. I think if > we all talk it up a little beforehand, the attendance will rise quite a > bit. > > Verne > > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Archie Stafford" > To: "'General pattern discussion'" > Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 9:53 PM > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] D4 St. Clairsville Contest - D1 Invite! > > >> Mark, >> >> Actually a few years ago at our pre Nats get together we actually >> discussed >> kind of D1 v. D4 kind of contest. The location would work out well for >> that. And I'm sure the weekend could be adjusted if needed. The field >> is >> so easy to get to and so pattern friendly with lots of hotels and >> restaurants just a few miles from the field... >> >> Arch >> >> -----Original Message----- >> From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org >> [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Mark >> Atwood >> Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 6:25 PM >> To: General pattern discussion >> Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] D4 St. Clairsville Contest - D1 Invite! >> >> Just wanted to extend a thank you to Rick Cillas and Wes Stafford (yeah, >> that's Archie's Dad) for putting on a great contest in St. Clairsville, >> OH >> (on the WV border) this weekend. The weather was a challenge, but the >> event >> was excellent, highlighted by great food both days! >> >> This event location is fairly new, and is now on a brand new field that >> was >> excellent for pattern flying. We only had 13 people, which speaks to the >> location relative to our district (eastern edge of D4). >> >> It seems to me that there must be some flyers in the Western PA region, >> WV, >> Western NY that would be pretty close to this contest and I would >> encourage >> you to consider it for your 2009 calendar. It would be nice to get some >> cross district participation on our Eastern shores that rivals the D4-D5 >> participation we get on the western side of the district. >> >> Anyhow, great event, and a job well done by Rick and Wes. Thanks for all >> the effort!! >> >> -Mark >> >> _______________________________________________ >> NSRCA-discussion mailing list >> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org >> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion >> >> _______________________________________________ >> NSRCA-discussion mailing list >> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org >> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion >> > > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > From ed_alt at hotmail.com Mon Sep 8 18:17:09 2008 From: ed_alt at hotmail.com (Ed Alt) Date: Tue, 09 Sep 2008 02:17:09 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends References: Message-ID: Be careful about using silicon sealer. It has a tendency to corrode metal over time. Try Walthers Goo. ----- Original Message ----- From: Jay Marshall To: 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 8:32 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends Something that has a little flex, such as silicone sealer, works better. If you have a hard, immovable joint the wire will tend to break there. Jay Marshall -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Anthony Romano Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 8:32 PM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends Hi Scott, Good point. A little left over epoxy works well for that too! Anthony ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Date: Mon, 8 Sep 2008 18:00:52 -0400 From: js.smith at verizon.net To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends I don't have a source but if you get a new cable, pot the wires with a little JB-Weld at the connector. This will keep the wires from breaking at the crimp. Also, if you break off the locking tab, it's easier to connect and disconnect. -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Stuart Chale Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 11:04 AM To: NSRCA Mailing List Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends Does anyone have a source for the 3 pin female data cable ends for the TP charger to balancer connection? They have a habit of breaking usually right at the pin making it difficult to repair. A prewired pigtail or double female extension that could be cut in half would allow easy repairs and hopefully cheaper than $10 to replace the cable each time it breaks. Thanks, Stuart C. _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ See how Windows connects the people, information, and fun that are part of your life. See Now ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: image/jpeg Size: 6223 bytes Desc: not available URL: From DaveL322 at comcast.net Mon Sep 8 18:55:51 2008 From: DaveL322 at comcast.net (Dave) Date: Tue, 09 Sep 2008 02:55:51 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] D4 St. Clairsville Contest - D1 Invite! In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <006701c91226$f5b16270$9300a8c0@davedesktop> Yes, September is a busy month in the northeast/midatlantic - D1 wrapup, D2 Champs, NEAT, and several fall fly-ins, fun flies, pig roasts, etc. Not hard to be busy every weekend. Dave -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Ed Alt Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 10:14 PM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] D4 St. Clairsville Contest - D1 Invite! Schedule needs to be looekd at too. This was the weeeknd for the D1 Oasis season finale. Ed ----- Original Message ----- From: "Verne Koester" To: "General pattern discussion" Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 9:09 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] D4 St. Clairsville Contest - D1 Invite! > There wasn't a lot of chatter about the contest ahead of time. I think if > we all talk it up a little beforehand, the attendance will rise quite a > bit. > > Verne > > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Archie Stafford" > To: "'General pattern discussion'" > Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 9:53 PM > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] D4 St. Clairsville Contest - D1 Invite! > > >> Mark, >> >> Actually a few years ago at our pre Nats get together we actually >> discussed >> kind of D1 v. D4 kind of contest. The location would work out well for >> that. And I'm sure the weekend could be adjusted if needed. The field >> is >> so easy to get to and so pattern friendly with lots of hotels and >> restaurants just a few miles from the field... >> >> Arch >> >> -----Original Message----- >> From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org >> [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Mark >> Atwood >> Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 6:25 PM >> To: General pattern discussion >> Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] D4 St. Clairsville Contest - D1 Invite! >> >> Just wanted to extend a thank you to Rick Cillas and Wes Stafford (yeah, >> that's Archie's Dad) for putting on a great contest in St. Clairsville, >> OH >> (on the WV border) this weekend. The weather was a challenge, but the >> event >> was excellent, highlighted by great food both days! >> >> This event location is fairly new, and is now on a brand new field that >> was >> excellent for pattern flying. We only had 13 people, which speaks to the >> location relative to our district (eastern edge of D4). >> >> It seems to me that there must be some flyers in the Western PA region, >> WV, >> Western NY that would be pretty close to this contest and I would >> encourage >> you to consider it for your 2009 calendar. It would be nice to get some >> cross district participation on our Eastern shores that rivals the D4-D5 >> participation we get on the western side of the district. >> >> Anyhow, great event, and a job well done by Rick and Wes. Thanks for all >> the effort!! >> >> -Mark >> >> _______________________________________________ >> NSRCA-discussion mailing list >> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org >> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion >> >> _______________________________________________ >> NSRCA-discussion mailing list >> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org >> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion >> > > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From jshulman at cfl.rr.com Mon Sep 8 19:17:00 2008 From: jshulman at cfl.rr.com (JShulman) Date: Tue, 09 Sep 2008 03:17:00 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] YS-63 Message-ID: What's the high end needle setting for the 63? Prop is 13x6 and fuel is 30%CP Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.6.19/1659 - Release Date: 9/8/2008 7:01 AM From dwaynenancy at suddenlink.net Mon Sep 8 19:30:44 2008 From: dwaynenancy at suddenlink.net (Dwayne Brown) Date: Tue, 09 Sep 2008 03:30:44 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <43E39D2F666B47E0A1FFD99849A06D3C@YoursMine> There are silicon sealers for electronics. Most of the ones you see outgas acetic acid which is why you get the corrosion over time. The good ones outgas an alcohol. Dwayne -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Ed Alt Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 9:17 PM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends Be careful about using silicon sealer. It has a tendency to corrode metal over time. Try Walthers Goo. ----- Original Message ----- From: Jay Marshall To: 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 8:32 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends Something that has a little flex, such as silicone sealer, works better. If you have a hard, immovable joint the wire will tend to break there. Jay Marshall -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Anthony Romano Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 8:32 PM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends Hi Scott, Good point. A little left over epoxy works well for that too! Anthony _____ Date: Mon, 8 Sep 2008 18:00:52 -0400 From: js.smith at verizon.net To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends I don't have a source but if you get a new cable, pot the wires with a little JB-Weld at the connector. This will keep the wires from breaking at the crimp. Also, if you break off the locking tab, it's easier to connect and disconnect. -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Stuart Chale Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 11:04 AM To: NSRCA Mailing List Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends Does anyone have a source for the 3 pin female data cable ends for the TP charger to balancer connection? They have a habit of breaking usually right at the pin making it difficult to repair. A prewired pigtail or double female extension that could be cut in half would allow easy repairs and hopefully cheaper than $10 to replace the cable each time it breaks. 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A prewired pigtail or double female extension >> that could be cut in half would allow easy repairs and hopefully >> cheaper than $10 to replace the cable each time it breaks. >> >> Thanks, >> Stuart C. >> >> _______________________________________________ >> NSRCA-discussion mailing list >> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org >> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion >> > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > From moleski at canisius.edu Mon Sep 8 20:17:05 2008 From: moleski at canisius.edu (Martin X. Moleski, SJ) Date: Tue, 09 Sep 2008 04:17:05 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] nsrca.us server update Tuesday morning Message-ID: <48C5F8BE.2060108@canisius.edu> nsrca.us is moving to a new server. Better hardware and better software. The site may be out of commission for a couple of hours. Marty From lightfoot at sc.rr.com Tue Sep 9 03:18:14 2008 From: lightfoot at sc.rr.com (Jay Marshall) Date: Tue, 09 Sep 2008 11:18:14 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends In-Reply-To: Message-ID: True, although I wasn't thinking of putting it on the metal. There is, however, a type that is used for electronics that doesn't corrode. Jay Marshall -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Ed Alt Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 10:17 PM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends Be careful about using silicon sealer. It has a tendency to corrode metal over time. Try Walthers Goo. ----- Original Message ----- From: Jay Marshall To: 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 8:32 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends Something that has a little flex, such as silicone sealer, works better. If you have a hard, immovable joint the wire will tend to break there. Jay Marshall -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Anthony Romano Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 8:32 PM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends Hi Scott, Good point. A little left over epoxy works well for that too! Anthony _____ Date: Mon, 8 Sep 2008 18:00:52 -0400 From: js.smith at verizon.net To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends I don't have a source but if you get a new cable, pot the wires with a little JB-Weld at the connector. This will keep the wires from breaking at the crimp. Also, if you break off the locking tab, it's easier to connect and disconnect. -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Stuart Chale Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 11:04 AM To: NSRCA Mailing List Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends Does anyone have a source for the 3 pin female data cable ends for the TP charger to balancer connection? They have a habit of breaking usually right at the pin making it difficult to repair. A prewired pigtail or double female extension that could be cut in half would allow easy repairs and hopefully cheaper than $10 to replace the cable each time it breaks. Thanks, Stuart C. _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _____ See how Windows connects the people, information, and fun that are part of your life. See Now _____ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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In one case a socket pin had "missed" the hole in the pc board during assembly, was only "tip" soldered and eventually broke. It's very easy for false information to sneak into a system that's measuring millivolts. Earl ----- Original Message ----- From: Jay Marshall To: 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Tuesday, September 09, 2008 6:17 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends True, although I wasn't thinking of putting it on the metal. There is, however, a type that is used for electronics that doesn't corrode. Jay Marshall -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Ed Alt Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 10:17 PM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends Be careful about using silicon sealer. It has a tendency to corrode metal over time. Try Walthers Goo. ----- Original Message ----- From: Jay Marshall To: 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 8:32 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends Something that has a little flex, such as silicone sealer, works better. If you have a hard, immovable joint the wire will tend to break there. Jay Marshall -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Anthony Romano Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 8:32 PM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends Hi Scott, Good point. A little left over epoxy works well for that too! 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Thyme needs the new username for the database; then it should come alive (I hope). All the data has been transferred to the new site and MySQL server. I'll be available, on and off, between now and 12:40 and then again after 2:30 PM. Feedback appreciated. Marty Martin X. Moleski, SJ Loyola Hall Canisius College Buffalo, New York 14208 Voice: (716) 888-2383 FAX: (716) 886-6506 http://www.canisius.edu/~moleski/ http://moleski.net From brian_w_young at yahoo.com Tue Sep 9 07:56:08 2008 From: brian_w_young at yahoo.com (brian young) Date: Tue, 09 Sep 2008 15:56:08 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] FS: TP 1010C, Balancer, data cable Message-ID: <905132.72717.qm@web35202.mail.mud.yahoo.com> ...This one works.... http://www.rcuniverse.com/market/item.cfm?itemID=431261 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Moleski, SJ) Date: Tue, 09 Sep 2008 16:33:01 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Basic changeover finished In-Reply-To: <20080909082113.632dc566.simestd@netexpress.com> References: <48C69A7A.90007@canisius.edu> <20080909082113.632dc566.simestd@netexpress.com> Message-ID: <48C6A536.3010906@canisius.edu> Tom Simes wrote: >> Feedback appreciated. > Thanks for the care and feeding of the site Marty :) You're welcome. It's a joy when it works! Marty From rcmaster199 at aol.com Tue Sep 9 09:51:43 2008 From: rcmaster199 at aol.com (rcmaster199 at aol.com) Date: Tue, 09 Sep 2008 17:51:43 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <8CAE0BBCB2C2F45-16E8-861@WEBMAIL-DG03.sim.aol.com> Ed's correct in regard to RTV silicone sealing compounds. They produce acetic acid upon curing. However, silicone rubber designed for insulation purposes (different curing method than RTV) has one of the highest di-electric strengths we can produce. RTV is not one of these chemicals so be forewarned MattK -----Original Message----- From: Ed Alt To: General pattern discussion Sent: Mon, 8 Sep 2008 10:17 pm Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends Be careful about using silicon sealer.? It has a tendency to corrode metal over time.? Try Walthers Goo. ----- Original Message ----- From: Jay Marshall To: 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 8:32 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends Something that has a little flex, such as silicone sealer, works better. If you have a hard, immovable joint the wire will tend to break there. ? Jay Marshall -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Anthony Romano Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 8:32 PM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends ? Hi Scott, ?Good point.=2 0A little left over epoxy works well for that too! Anthony Date: Mon, 8 Sep 2008 18:00:52 -0400 From: js.smith at verizon.net To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends ? I don?t have a source but if you get a new cable, pot the wires with a little JB-Weld at the connector.? This will keep the wires from breaking at the crimp.? Also, if you break off the locking tab, it?s easier to connect and disconnect. ? ? ? ? ? ? -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Stuart Chale Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 11:04 AM To: NSRCA Mailing List Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends ? Does anyone have a source for the 3 pin female data cable ends for the TP charger to balancer connection? They have a habit of breaking usually right at the pin making it difficult to repair.? A prewired pigtail or double female extension that could be cut in half would allow easy repairs and hopefully cheaper than $10 to replace the cable each time it breaks. ? Thanks, Stuart C. 0 _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion ? See how Windows connects the people, information, and fun that are part of your life. See Now _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion_______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From brian_w_young at yahoo.com Tue Sep 9 10:14:31 2008 From: brian_w_young at yahoo.com (brian young) Date: Tue, 09 Sep 2008 18:14:31 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Corrosives - Electronics Burning Message-ID: <737041.54204.qm@web35204.mail.mud.yahoo.com> The silicone brought this to my mind. I had a speed control roast in my plane this spring, it smoked up pretty good and pretty well looked like a charcoal briquet;? but luckily nothing else burnt in the plane and the batteries didnt get damaged (apparently) as the leads desoldered and opened the circuit. ? I noticed the next time out that every screw or bare metal part exposed inside the fuse had a rust coating on it. Im curious if the insulation on the PC board or wires burn producing a corrosive gas; anyone? ? Then that makes me wonder about the receiver and wire connections in the radio..although I have since replaced the receiver. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From vanputte at cox.net Tue Sep 9 10:29:25 2008 From: vanputte at cox.net (Ron Van Putte) Date: Tue, 09 Sep 2008 18:29:25 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Basic changeover finished In-Reply-To: <48C69A7A.90007@canisius.edu> References: <48C69A7A.90007@canisius.edu> Message-ID: <8BB43831-998C-4D60-8BDB-EC027D16B79E@cox.net> Thanks Marty and anyone else who was involved with this. I'm glad there are people with the knowhow, ambition and time to get jobs like this done. Ron VP On Sep 9, 2008, at 10:47 AM, Martin X. Moleski, SJ wrote: > nsrca.us is now up and running on the new server. > > I can log in both as a user (front end) and as an > administrator (back end). > > I have edited, saved, edited, saved the article > on the front page. > > My impression is that we're in good shape. > > Thyme needs the new username for the database; > then it should come alive (I hope). All the > data has been transferred to the new site and > MySQL server. > > I'll be available, on and off, between now > and 12:40 and then again after 2:30 PM. > > Feedback appreciated. > > Marty > > Martin X. Moleski, SJ > Loyola Hall > Canisius College > Buffalo, New York 14208 > > Voice: (716) 888-2383 > FAX: (716) 886-6506 > > http://www.canisius.edu/~moleski/ > > http://moleski.net > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From moleski at canisius.edu Tue Sep 9 10:50:39 2008 From: moleski at canisius.edu (Martin X. Moleski) Date: Tue, 09 Sep 2008 18:50:39 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Basic changeover finished In-Reply-To: <8BB43831-998C-4D60-8BDB-EC027D16B79E@cox.net> References: <48C69A7A.90007@canisius.edu> <8BB43831-998C-4D60-8BDB-EC027D16B79E@cox.net> Message-ID: <48C6C577.402@canisius.edu> Ron Van Putte wrote: > Thanks Marty and anyone else who was involved with this. You're welcome. > I'm glad there are people with the knowhow, ambition and time to get > jobs like this done. We've got a nice group of people on the webteam and acting as District webmasters. When this upgrade seems to be working OK, there are some other Joomla software upgrades we need to make (Community Builder, discussion forums). It should be fun. Marty From getterflash at yahoo.com Tue Sep 9 11:32:55 2008 From: getterflash at yahoo.com (Bob Kane) Date: Tue, 09 Sep 2008 19:32:55 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Corrosives - Electronics Burning Message-ID: <937950.65481.qm@web36706.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Once you add combustion to the equation I'm sure some of the resulting compounds are corrosive. Bob Kane getterflash at yahoo.com ----- Original Message ---- From: brian young To: General pattern discussion Sent: Tuesday, September 9, 2008 2:14:29 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Corrosives - Electronics Burning The silicone brought this to my mind. I had a speed control roast in my plane this spring, it smoked up pretty good and pretty well looked like a charcoal briquet; but luckily nothing else burnt in the plane and the batteries didnt get damaged (apparently) as the leads desoldered and opened the circuit. I noticed the next time out that every screw or bare metal part exposed inside the fuse had a rust coating on it. Im curious if the insulation on the PC board or wires burn producing a corrosive gas; anyone? Then that makes me wonder about the receiver and wire connections in the radio..although I have since replaced the receiver. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From mjfrederick at cox.net Tue Sep 9 14:15:28 2008 From: mjfrederick at cox.net (Matthew Frederick) Date: Tue, 09 Sep 2008 22:15:28 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Finally!!! Message-ID: Well, over a week has passed since Hurricane Gustav graced us with his presence and I finally have cable and internet back!!! Now if they could just fix those pesky power lines! Matt -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From dwaynenancy at suddenlink.net Tue Sep 9 14:48:25 2008 From: dwaynenancy at suddenlink.net (Dwayne Brown) Date: Tue, 09 Sep 2008 22:48:25 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends In-Reply-To: <8CAE0BBCB2C2F45-16E8-861@WEBMAIL-DG03.sim.aol.com> Message-ID: If you will get either Dow Corning 3140 or 3145 you may dip you electronics in these w/o fear. That is what they were made to do. If is smells like vinegar don't use it as that is acetic acid and will corrode. Dwayne -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of rcmaster199 at aol.com Sent: Tuesday, September 09, 2008 12:51 PM To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends Ed's correct in regard to RTV silicone sealing compounds. They produce acetic acid upon curing. However, silicone rubber designed for insulation purposes (different curing method than RTV) has one of the highest di-electric strengths we can produce. RTV is not one of these chemicals so be forewarned MattK -----Original Message----- From: Ed Alt To: General pattern discussion Sent: Mon, 8 Sep 2008 10:17 pm Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends Be careful about using silicon sealer.? It has a tendency to corrode metal over time.? Try Walthers Goo. ----- Original Message ----- From: Jay Marshall To: 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 8:32 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends Something that has a little flex, such as silicone sealer, works better. If you have a hard, immovable joint the wire will tend to break there. ? Jay Marshall -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Anthony Romano Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 8:32 PM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends ? Hi Scott, ?Good point.=2 0A little left over epoxy works well for that too! Anthony Date: Mon, 8 Sep 2008 18:00:52 -0400 From: js.smith at verizon.net To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends ? I don?t have a source but if you get a new cable, pot the wires with a little JB-Weld at the connector.? This will keep the wires from breaking at the crimp.? Also, if you break off the locking tab, it?s easier to connect and disconnect. ? ? ? ? ? ? -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Stuart Chale Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 11:04 AM To: NSRCA Mailing List Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Thunder Power data cable ends ? Does anyone have a source for the 3 pin female data cable ends for the TP charger to balancer connection? They have a habit of breaking usually right at the pin making it difficult to repair.? A prewired pigtail or double female extension that could be cut in half would allow easy repairs and hopefully cheaper than $10 to replace the cable each time it breaks. ? 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Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.6.19/1664 - Release Date: 9/10/2008 6:00 AM _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jlachow at hotmail.com Wed Sep 10 07:09:47 2008 From: jlachow at hotmail.com (Joe Lachowski) Date: Wed, 10 Sep 2008 15:09:47 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] OS 140 RX for sale Message-ID: I have an OS 140 RX for sale. Rehabed about 40 flights ago. Comes with 4 headers(some used, some not),used ES 160 pipe, and an assortment of spare parts (piston, rings, needle valves etc). Asking $450 for everything. Contact me off list if interested. _________________________________________________________________ Get Windows Live and get whatever you need, wherever you are. Start here. http://www.windowslive.com/default.html?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_Home_082008 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jim.woodward at baesystems.com Wed Sep 10 07:44:58 2008 From: jim.woodward at baesystems.com (Woodward, Jim (US SSA)) Date: Wed, 10 Sep 2008 15:44:58 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Adjustable stab kit - extra AL rod? Message-ID: <738lm5$dbcan@dmzms99801.na.baesystems.com> Hi All, Does anyone have a handy source for, or an extra AL rod like that used in the adjustable stab kit? I need one. Does HD or Lowes carry something in this size? Thanks, Jim W. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From mjfrederick at cox.net Wed Sep 10 07:46:31 2008 From: mjfrederick at cox.net (mjfrederick at cox.net) Date: Wed, 10 Sep 2008 15:46:31 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Adjustable stab kit - extra AL rod? In-Reply-To: <738lm5$dbcan@dmzms99801.na.baesystems.com> Message-ID: <20080910114624.3FJR7.213013.imail@eastrmwml36> I have 2 Gator adjustable stab kits with the aluminum rod. I'd be willing to part with one, if that suits your needs. Matt ---- "Woodward wrote: > Hi All, > > > > Does anyone have a handy source for, or an extra AL rod like that used > in the adjustable stab kit? I need one. Does HD or Lowes carry > something in this size? > > > > Thanks, > > Jim W. > > > > > From tony at radiosouthrc.com Wed Sep 10 07:58:27 2008 From: tony at radiosouthrc.com (Tony) Date: Wed, 10 Sep 2008 15:58:27 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Adjustable stab kit - extra AL rod? In-Reply-To: <20080910114624.3FJR7.213013.imail@eastrmwml36> References: <738lm5$dbcan@dmzms99801.na.baesystems.com> <20080910114624.3FJR7.213013.imail@eastrmwml36> Message-ID: <9E81CF2A6E1645AD93E61260008B5D7E@Tony> I still have about 10 sets of Gator adj. stab kits here, if anyone needs them. I also have the adjusters only as well. Tony Stillman, President Radio South, Inc. 139 Altama Connector, Box 322 Brunswick, GA 31525 1-800-962-7802 www.radiosouthrc.com -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of mjfrederick at cox.net Sent: Wednesday, September 10, 2008 11:46 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Adjustable stab kit - extra AL rod? I have 2 Gator adjustable stab kits with the aluminum rod. I'd be willing to part with one, if that suits your needs. Matt ---- "Woodward wrote: > Hi All, > > > > Does anyone have a handy source for, or an extra AL rod like that used > in the adjustable stab kit? I need one. Does HD or Lowes carry > something in this size? > > > > Thanks, > > Jim W. > > > > > _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From jim.woodward at baesystems.com Wed Sep 10 10:39:33 2008 From: jim.woodward at baesystems.com (Woodward, Jim (US SSA)) Date: Wed, 10 Sep 2008 18:39:33 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Adjustable stab kit - extra AL rod? In-Reply-To: <738lm5$dbcan@dmzms99801.na.baesystems.com> Message-ID: <737og9$35lh5@dmzms99902.na.baesystems.com> Thank you everyone - rod round and on the way. Thanks, Jim From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Woodward, Jim (US SSA) Sent: Wednesday, September 10, 2008 11:42 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Adjustable stab kit - extra AL rod? Hi All, Does anyone have a handy source for, or an extra AL rod like that used in the adjustable stab kit? I need one. Does HD or Lowes carry something in this size? Thanks, Jim W. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From gene.maurice at sgmservice.com Wed Sep 10 11:21:50 2008 From: gene.maurice at sgmservice.com (Gene Maurice) Date: Wed, 10 Sep 2008 19:21:50 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ceramic Bearings Message-ID: <000001c9137a$78ef3410$6acd9c30$@maurice@sgmservice.com> Does anyone have any experience with ceramic bearings, specifically, Si3N4 silicon nitride, in a glow application?? I have been using sealed Stainless Steel in my OS160's with pretty good luck. The ceramics are a bit more expensive but the stated properties are pretty attractive in our environment; very high temperature, low mass, totally corrosion resistant, reduced friction, etc.. Any input would be appreciated. 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I'd be willing to > part with one, if that suits your needs. > > Matt > ---- "Woodward wrote: > > Hi All, > > > > > > > > Does anyone have a handy source for, or an extra AL rod like that used > > in the adjustable stab kit? I need one. Does HD or Lowes carry > > something in this size? > > > > > > > > Thanks, > > > > Jim W. > > > > > > > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: image/gif Size: 4930 bytes Desc: patriotic_left_03.gif URL: From ronlock at comcast.net Wed Sep 10 12:34:59 2008 From: ronlock at comcast.net (ronlock at comcast.net) Date: Wed, 10 Sep 2008 20:34:59 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ceramic Bearings Message-ID: <091020082034.13173.48C82F6E00054822000033752200758942050C010402019D@comcast.net> I tried Ceramic bearings from Boca several years ago in an OS 1.40rx, running in typical pattern set up, around 7,800. As I recall, at only 30 flights or so they got rough. Don't know how that may apply to current day ceramics. Ron Lockhart -------------- Original message -------------- From: "Gene Maurice" Does anyone have any experience with ceramic bearings, specifically, Si3N4 silicon nitride, in a glow application?? I have been using sealed Stainless Steel in my OS160?s with pretty good luck. The ceramics are a bit more expensive but the stated properties are pretty attractive in our environment; very high temperature, low mass, totally corrosion resistant, reduced friction, etc?? Any input would be appreciated. Gene Maurice Plano, TX AMA 3408 NSRCA 877 PACSS.sgmservice.com gene.maurice at sgmservice.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- An embedded message was scrubbed... From: "Gene Maurice" Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ceramic Bearings Date: Wed, 10 Sep 2008 19:22:43 +0000 Size: 721 URL: From ronlock at comcast.net Wed Sep 10 12:34:59 2008 From: ronlock at comcast.net (ronlock at comcast.net) Date: Wed, 10 Sep 2008 20:34:59 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ceramic Bearings Message-ID: <091020082034.13173.48C82F6E00054822000033752200758942050C010402019D@comcast.net> I tried Ceramic bearings from Boca several years ago in an OS 1.40rx, running in typical pattern set up, around 7,800. As I recall, at only 30 flights or so they got rough. Don't know how that may apply to current day ceramics. Ron Lockhart -------------- Original message -------------- From: "Gene Maurice" Does anyone have any experience with ceramic bearings, specifically, Si3N4 silicon nitride, in a glow application?? I have been using sealed Stainless Steel in my OS160?s with pretty good luck. The ceramics are a bit more expensive but the stated properties are pretty attractive in our environment; very high temperature, low mass, totally corrosion resistant, reduced friction, etc?? Any input would be appreciated. Gene Maurice Plano, TX AMA 3408 NSRCA 877 PACSS.sgmservice.com gene.maurice at sgmservice.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- An embedded message was scrubbed... From: "Gene Maurice" Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ceramic Bearings Date: Wed, 10 Sep 2008 19:22:43 +0000 Size: 721 URL: From ojfrets at earthlink.net Wed Sep 10 13:28:04 2008 From: ojfrets at earthlink.net (ORLANDO FRETS) Date: Wed, 10 Sep 2008 21:28:04 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ceramic Bearings In-Reply-To: <000001c9137a$78ef3410$6acd9c30$@maurice@sgmservice.com> References: <000001c9137a$78ef3410$6acd9c30$@maurice@sgmservice.com> Message-ID: <3FB81EFEECB64344B17BCC083B512004@OrlandoPC> I know of several Pylon Racing guys using the ceramic bearings and swear by them. However, for pattern I do not know if they will take the prop loads encountered. Pylon does not have the prop loads pattern does. Orlando Frets -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Gene Maurice Sent: Wednesday, September 10, 2008 3:22 PM To: 'General pattern discussion' Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ceramic Bearings Does anyone have any experience with ceramic bearings, specifically, Si3N4 silicon nitride, in a glow application?? I have been using sealed Stainless Steel in my OS160's with pretty good luck. The ceramics are a bit more expensive but the stated properties are pretty attractive in our environment; very high temperature, low mass, totally corrosion resistant, reduced friction, etc.. Any input would be appreciated. Gene Maurice Plano, TX AMA 3408 NSRCA 877 PACSS.sgmservice.com gene.maurice at sgmservice.com From mjfrederick at cox.net Wed Sep 10 14:14:46 2008 From: mjfrederick at cox.net (Matthew Frederick) Date: Wed, 10 Sep 2008 22:14:46 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Adjustable stab kit - extra AL rod? References: <737og9$35lh5@dmzms99902.na.baesystems.com> Message-ID: Sorry I didn't get back to you quicker, Jim. So you don't need one from me? Matt ----- Original Message ----- From: Woodward, Jim (US SSA) To: General pattern discussion Sent: Wednesday, September 10, 2008 1:36 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Adjustable stab kit - extra AL rod? Thank you everyone - rod round and on the way. Thanks, Jim From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Woodward, Jim (US SSA) Sent: Wednesday, September 10, 2008 11:42 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Adjustable stab kit - extra AL rod? Hi All, Does anyone have a handy source for, or an extra AL rod like that used in the adjustable stab kit? I need one. Does HD or Lowes carry something in this size? Thanks, Jim W. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From warrior523 at mchsi.com Wed Sep 10 16:03:44 2008 From: warrior523 at mchsi.com (Dan) Date: Thu, 11 Sep 2008 00:03:44 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Springfield, MO Contest Message-ID: <001501c913a1$d4704640$6500a8c0@warrior> Guys, This weekend is our contest here at Springfield. The weather forecast has been pretty iffy the past few days and now it is getting down right ugly. Keeping in mind what we went through last year with the rain all day Saturday I am very doubtfull that we will be able to get the contest in due to rains. Several inches (6 to 9) are possible from late Thursday until late Sunday evening. I want to give us every chance possible to have the contest so I am holding off on a cancellation decision until I see a bit more about the weather during the day tomorrow. I will post the final decision no later than 5 pm Thursday, but I will tell you all right now I really have my doubts about trying to have it this weekend. Please pass this info on to anyone else that you might know of that was planning on coming. Thanks and feel free to contact me with any thoughts. Dan Curtis -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jaqfly at prodigy.net Wed Sep 10 19:35:27 2008 From: jaqfly at prodigy.net (Jim Quinn) Date: Thu, 11 Sep 2008 03:35:27 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Adjustable stab kit - extra AL rod? Message-ID: <241733.59827.qm@web83301.mail.sp1.yahoo.com> JIm, Try your local? hobby shop. JIm Q. ----- Original Message ---- From: "Woodward, Jim (US SSA)" To: General pattern discussion Sent: Wednesday, September 10, 2008 11:41:32 AM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Adjustable stab kit - extra AL rod? Hi All, ? Does anyone have a handy source for, or an extra AL rod like that used in the adjustable stab kit?? I need one.? Does HD or Lowes carry something in this size? ? Thanks, Jim W. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From getterflash at yahoo.com Thu Sep 11 08:00:14 2008 From: getterflash at yahoo.com (Bob Kane) Date: Thu, 11 Sep 2008 16:00:14 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] District mailing lists down? Message-ID: <703238.51910.qm@web36705.mail.mud.yahoo.com> I sent a message to the D4 mailing list dist4 at nsrca.org and it did not go through. Anybody know who to contact? Bob Kane getterflash at yahoo.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From getterflash at yahoo.com Thu Sep 11 08:05:17 2008 From: getterflash at yahoo.com (Bob Kane) Date: Thu, 11 Sep 2008 16:05:17 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] District mailing lists down? Message-ID: <105932.57389.qm@web36708.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Nevermind, seems to be working now . . Bob Kane getterflash at yahoo.com ----- Original Message ---- From: Bob Kane To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Sent: Thursday, September 11, 2008 12:00:10 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] District mailing lists down? I sent a message to the D4 mailing list dist4 at nsrca.org and it did not go through. Anybody know who to contact? Bob Kane getterflash at yahoo.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From moleski at canisius.edu Thu Sep 11 08:35:18 2008 From: moleski at canisius.edu (Martin X. Moleski, SJ) Date: Thu, 11 Sep 2008 16:35:18 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] District mailing lists down? In-Reply-To: <703238.51910.qm@web36705.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <703238.51910.qm@web36705.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <48C948C2.8020301@canisius.edu> Bob Kane wrote: > I sent a message to the D4 mailing list dist4 at nsrca.org and it did not > go through. Anybody know who to contact? I forwarded your question to Tom Simes. He manages all of our mailing lists. His mail server was not involved in the transition on Tuesday. So far as he can tell, all of the lists are up and running. We do have a new system of managing the district mailing lists. Tom may kill off the old address in due time with appropriate notice. I'm sure he will look into your question and reply as soon as he is able. Marty From simestd at netexpress.com Thu Sep 11 09:01:56 2008 From: simestd at netexpress.com (Tom Simes) Date: Thu, 11 Sep 2008 17:01:56 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] District mailing lists down? In-Reply-To: <703238.51910.qm@web36705.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <703238.51910.qm@web36705.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <20080911090153.72b9b80d.simestd@netexpress.com> On Thu, 11 Sep 2008 09:00:10 -0700 (PDT) Bob Kane wrote: > I sent a message to the D4 mailing list dist4 at nsrca.org and it did not > go through. Anybody know who to contact? Hi Bob (and everyone), If you have problems with any NSRCA mailing lists, please let me know - I handle their care and feeding. As far as I know, there have been no recent problems with the list server. If you ever feel a need to check whether a particular post of yours made it to a given list, you can always check the archives which are updated real time. In the case of the D4 list, here are the September archives: http://lists.nsrca.org/pipermail/nsrca-dist4/2008-September/date.html Back in May of this year we migrated the distX at nsrca.org lists to the same Mailman server that the main discussion list uses (lists.nsrca.org). For the migration, I put forwards in place on the old addresses to give folks time to update their address books. Since May, the correct addresses for the district lists have been of the form: nsrca-distX at lists.nsrca.org Here's the complete list: http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo Several people have been posting to both the new and old list addresses which is causing duplicate posts because of the forwards. Since they are now causing more harm than good, I'll be removing the distX at nsrca.org forwards shortly, please update your address books as appropriate. Thanks, Tom ====================================================================== "Z-80 system stack overflow. Shut 'er down Scotty, the system's sucking mud" - Error message on TRS 80 Model-16B Tom Simes simestd at netexpress.com ====================================================================== From khoard at gmail.com Thu Sep 11 09:27:57 2008 From: khoard at gmail.com (Keith Hoard) Date: Thu, 11 Sep 2008 17:27:57 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] NMP Header Frustration Message-ID: <6792ef120809111027p577226b7sf9c09e38695d821f@mail.gmail.com> Engine Problems? Why - Yes!!! OK, I'm running a YS 1.40L, Hyde Mount, NMP header, short Hatori pipe . . . and the NMP header keeps loosening itself after every 10-20 flights. I am using the header strap, and have installed all of the copper washers and even a couple extras (per Troy Newman). The frustrating part is that when I try to remove the little aluminum button to re-install the header, it strips out because it is made from some very soft aluminum. Right now, the button is almost completely stripped out and I'm getting ready to ship the whole mess back to Central. Any good ideas out there, or should I just order the Hatori header? Thanks!! -- Keith Hoard Collierville, TN khoard at gmail.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jbuchner at mclumber.com Thu Sep 11 09:28:49 2008 From: jbuchner at mclumber.com (Jeff Buchner) Date: Thu, 11 Sep 2008 17:28:49 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Springfield, MO Contest In-Reply-To: <001501c913a1$d4704640$6500a8c0@warrior> Message-ID: <003d01c91433$8a71c810$2701a8c0@mclumber.com> Hi Dan I for one am willing to support your club and would come down and fly in between rain showers like we did last year. No it's not going to be prime weather but I still like seeing everybody, getting in a few rounds of flying, and the bull sessions in between. Hope to see you and Springfield crew this weekend. Jeff Buchner -----Original Message----- From: Dan [mailto:warrior523 at mchsi.com] Sent: Wednesday, September 10, 2008 7:03 PM To: NSRCA Mailing List Cc: vicenterc at comcast.net; Todd Schmidt; Rhodes, Russell G; Mike Howard; Kaut, Ken; John DeLuca; John "Spanky" Clevenger; Joe Dunnaway; Jim Wilson; Jerry Voth; Jeff Buchner; George Ashley; Forrest Wilhite; Doug Bennett; DOUG ANDERSON; David Campbell; Claude Weimer; Chris White Subject: Springfield, MO Contest Guys, This weekend is our contest here at Springfield. The weather forecast has been pretty iffy the past few days and now it is getting down right ugly. Keeping in mind what we went through last year with the rain all day Saturday I am very doubtfull that we will be able to get the contest in due to rains. Several inches (6 to 9) are possible from late Thursday until late Sunday evening. I want to give us every chance possible to have the contest so I am holding off on a cancellation decision until I see a bit more about the weather during the day tomorrow. I will post the final decision no later than 5 pm Thursday, but I will tell you all right now I really have my doubts about trying to have it this weekend. Please pass this info on to anyone else that you might know of that was planning on coming. Thanks and feel free to contact me with any thoughts. Dan Curtis -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From ghwatson at comcast.net Thu Sep 11 09:59:52 2008 From: ghwatson at comcast.net (Glen Watson) Date: Thu, 11 Sep 2008 17:59:52 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] NMP Header Frustration In-Reply-To: <6792ef120809111027p577226b7sf9c09e38695d821f@mail.gmail.com> Message-ID: <20080911175951.359DD114C3@bridi.netexpress.com> Keith, Two things that work for me with the NMP header... 1) I use Teflon (plumbers) tape on thread areas of the header... 2) I purchased a flex gear wrench (see attached pic if the list allowed it to go thru) to use with the provide NMP fitting to tightening and loosing. The wrench enables you to place uniform force close to the surface area to help prevent boggiering up the soft aluminum. Plus it has a ratchet action. Works great, 3/8 is the size I use. Regards, Glen Watson http://glenwatson.blogspot.com/ ________________________________________ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Keith Hoard Sent: Thursday, September 11, 2008 12:28 PM To: General pattern discussion Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] NMP Header Frustration Engine Problems?? Why - Yes!!! OK, I'm running a YS 1.40L, Hyde Mount, NMP header, short Hatori pipe . . . and the NMP header keeps loosening itself after every 10-20 flights.? I am using the header strap, and have installed all of the copper washers and even a couple extras (per Troy Newman).? The frustrating part is that when I try to remove the little aluminum button to re-install the header, it strips out because it is made from some very soft aluminum.? Right now, the button is almost completely stripped out and I'm getting ready to ship the whole mess back to Central. Any good ideas out there, or should I just order the Hatori header?? 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Those that want to come and join us, then by all means come on down. We will do are darndest to be good host and see that it is as enjoyble as possible for all. We will get in as many rounds as we can, maybe the clouds will let us get an earlier start on Saturday. Looking forward to seeing all the make the trip and hope to see everyone at Ft. Scott. Dan Curtis -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From dunnaway at hbcomm.net Thu Sep 11 16:08:00 2008 From: dunnaway at hbcomm.net (Joe Dunnaway) Date: Fri, 12 Sep 2008 00:08:00 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Springfield Contest.....IS ON In-Reply-To: <001a01c91462$81f298c0$6500a8c0@warrior> References: <001a01c91462$81f298c0$6500a8c0@warrior> Message-ID: <48C9B26A.5040304@hbcomm.net> An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Weather is very iffy, could be some flying possible tomorrow and even some on Saturday, not sure how much or what time on Saturday the heavy stuff will begin coming in. Sunday is probably a goner but who knows for sure...the weather guessers sure don't. Anyhow, myself and the usual suspects will be at the field for the contest, including Friday for people arriving early. Those that want to come and join us, then by all means come on down. We will do are darndest to be good host and see that it is as enjoyble as possible for all. We will get in as many rounds as we can, maybe the clouds will let us get an earlier start on Saturday. Looking forward to seeing all the make the trip and hope to see everyone at Ft. Scott. Dan Curtis -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Jerry Gallagher -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Joe Dunnaway Sent: Thursday, September 11, 2008 8:06 PM To: Dan Cc: Forrest Wilhite; Doug Bennett; DOUG ANDERSON; David Campbell; George Ashley; Kaut,Ken; Rhodes,Russell G; John "Spanky" Clevenger; NSRCA Mailing List; Chris White; John DeLuca; Jim Wilson Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Springfield Contest.....IS ON GREAT DAN!!!! It will be fun no matter what the weather does. :) See ya tomorrow. Joe Dan wrote: Okay guys here is what we have decided. Weather is very iffy, could be some flying possible tomorrow and even some on Saturday, not sure how much or what time on Saturday the heavy stuff will begin coming in. Sunday is probably a goner but who knows for sure...the weather guessers sure don't. Anyhow, myself and the usual suspects will be at the field for the contest, including Friday for people arriving early. 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Learn 10 hidden secrets of Windows Live. http://windowslive.com/connect/post/jamiethomson.spaces.live.com-Blog-cns!550F681DAD532637!5295.entry?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_domore_092008 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From flyinbill1 at bellsouth.net Sat Sep 13 17:23:15 2008 From: flyinbill1 at bellsouth.net (William C. Harden) Date: Sun, 14 Sep 2008 01:23:15 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] RCRC contest today Message-ID: <94AF04A276554D9598BDF32194D0935F@bill> There are twenty one registered pilots in attendance today. The weather was partly sunny, around 90 degrees and the wind was from the south at 15 mph gusting to 20. The classes were well and evenly supported except FAI, which had one pilot (Raiko Potter). From what I witnessed, the pilots handled the wind pretty well. At 1:30 PM the pilots had completed 2 rounds and the third round was underway. Bill From d_bodary at yahoo.com Sat Sep 13 17:58:31 2008 From: d_bodary at yahoo.com (Dennis Bodary) Date: Sun, 14 Sep 2008 01:58:31 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] D4 St. Clairsville Contest - D1 Invite! In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <899843.74396.qm@web51705.mail.re2.yahoo.com> Don't forget the important thing. "The Chicken Guy" --- On Mon, 9/8/08, Archie Stafford wrote: From: Archie Stafford Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] D4 St. Clairsville Contest - D1 Invite! To: "'General pattern discussion'" Date: Monday, September 8, 2008, 9:53 PM Mark, Actually a few years ago at our pre Nats get together we actually discussed kind of D1 v. D4 kind of contest. The location would work out well for that. And I'm sure the weekend could be adjusted if needed. The field is so easy to get to and so pattern friendly with lots of hotels and restaurants just a few miles from the field... Arch -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Mark Atwood Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 6:25 PM To: General pattern discussion Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] D4 St. Clairsville Contest - D1 Invite! Just wanted to extend a thank you to Rick Cillas and Wes Stafford (yeah, that's Archie's Dad) for putting on a great contest in St. Clairsville, OH (on the WV border) this weekend. The weather was a challenge, but the event was excellent, highlighted by great food both days! This event location is fairly new, and is now on a brand new field that was excellent for pattern flying. We only had 13 people, which speaks to the location relative to our district (eastern edge of D4). It seems to me that there must be some flyers in the Western PA region, WV, Western NY that would be pretty close to this contest and I would encourage you to consider it for your 2009 calendar. 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URL: From glmiller3 at suddenlink.net Sun Sep 14 06:37:34 2008 From: glmiller3 at suddenlink.net (glmiller3 at suddenlink.net) Date: Sun, 14 Sep 2008 14:37:34 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Houston, SE Texas and SW Louisiana Competitors Message-ID: <20080914093731.OJDXU.98615.root@Web02> Hi all, As I start cleaning up here in Lake Charles after IKE, I see on the news that the Houston and Beaumont areas were much harder hit than we were. Since most of the contestant pool for our upcoming contest (Gulf Coast Pattern Championship) planned for October 4-5 would be coming from that area, I'm wondering how you guys feel about it? Were you: 1) far enough inland to avoid significant damage and want to proceed as planned 2) Have too much going on now to worry about pattern and would rather cancel or postpone the contest? I haven't been out to our field yet to assess the damage there ( Rita took off our canopy and club house roof, and destroyed most of our work tables), but I doubt that the runway was damaged, so if you want to have it, we can probably go ahead from a facilities standpoint. My thoughts today are with Ron, Glen, Jim, Mark, Richard, Buddy, and the other "pattern guys" out there in SE TX. I realize that if you had significant damage, you probably won't get this message, but it's the thought that counts. G From ejhaury at comcast.net Sun Sep 14 08:01:31 2008 From: ejhaury at comcast.net (Earl Haury) Date: Sun, 14 Sep 2008 16:01:31 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Houston, SE Texas and SW Louisiana Competitors In-Reply-To: <20080914093731.OJDXU.98615.root@Web02> References: <20080914093731.OJDXU.98615.root@Web02> Message-ID: <89DBC32D88FB44B581234E04CD8130FE@EarlPC> George I vote for "Proceed as planned", a number of us are going to N Dallas next weekend - can't let a hurricane impede pattern activities. Those of us on the west side came out pretty well, mostly yard debris and loss of power. I haven't heard from the north side folks - they may have been hit harder, especially Ron's area. Earl ----- Original Message ----- From: To: "NSRCA List" Sent: Sunday, September 14, 2008 9:37 AM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Houston, SE Texas and SW Louisiana Competitors > Hi all, > > As I start cleaning up here in Lake Charles after IKE, I see on the news > that the Houston and Beaumont areas were much harder hit than we were. > Since most of the contestant pool for our upcoming contest (Gulf Coast > Pattern Championship) planned for October 4-5 would be coming from that > area, I'm wondering how you guys feel about it? > > Were you: > 1) far enough inland to avoid significant damage and want to proceed as > planned > 2) Have too much going on now to worry about pattern and would rather > cancel or postpone the contest? > > I haven't been out to our field yet to assess the damage there ( Rita took > off our canopy and club house roof, and destroyed most of our work > tables), but I doubt that the runway was damaged, so if you want to have > it, we can probably go ahead from a facilities standpoint. > > My thoughts today are with Ron, Glen, Jim, Mark, Richard, Buddy, and the > other "pattern guys" out there in SE TX. > > I realize that if you had significant damage, you probably won't get this > message, but it's the thought that counts. > > G > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From mwaustin54 at cox.net Sun Sep 14 08:26:57 2008 From: mwaustin54 at cox.net (mwaustin54 at cox.net) Date: Sun, 14 Sep 2008 16:26:57 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Houston, SE Texas and SW Louisiana Competitors In-Reply-To: <89DBC32D88FB44B581234E04CD8130FE@EarlPC> Message-ID: <20080914122655.AD706.279554.imail@fed1rmwml35> All, My duaghter's family spent the weekend in Kingwood with relatives and like Earl's story they area had min damage from her report(some trees blown down and no electricty) and no cell phone service but no flooding. Text messages could go out which is how I am communicating with them. maustin ---- Earl Haury wrote: > George > > I vote for "Proceed as planned", a number of us are going to N Dallas next > weekend - can't let a hurricane impede pattern activities. Those of us on > the west side came out pretty well, mostly yard debris and loss of power. I > haven't heard from the north side folks - they may have been hit harder, > especially Ron's area. > > Earl > ----- Original Message ----- > From: > To: "NSRCA List" > Sent: Sunday, September 14, 2008 9:37 AM > Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Houston, SE Texas and SW Louisiana Competitors > > > > Hi all, > > > > As I start cleaning up here in Lake Charles after IKE, I see on the news > > that the Houston and Beaumont areas were much harder hit than we were. > > Since most of the contestant pool for our upcoming contest (Gulf Coast > > Pattern Championship) planned for October 4-5 would be coming from that > > area, I'm wondering how you guys feel about it? > > > > Were you: > > 1) far enough inland to avoid significant damage and want to proceed as > > planned > > 2) Have too much going on now to worry about pattern and would rather > > cancel or postpone the contest? > > > > I haven't been out to our field yet to assess the damage there ( Rita took > > off our canopy and club house roof, and destroyed most of our work > > tables), but I doubt that the runway was damaged, so if you want to have > > it, we can probably go ahead from a facilities standpoint. > > > > My thoughts today are with Ron, Glen, Jim, Mark, Richard, Buddy, and the > > other "pattern guys" out there in SE TX. > > > > I realize that if you had significant damage, you probably won't get this > > message, but it's the thought that counts. > > > > G > > _______________________________________________ > > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From geobet at gis.net Sun Sep 14 09:07:19 2008 From: geobet at gis.net (george w. kennie) Date: Sun, 14 Sep 2008 17:07:19 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] batteries Message-ID: <007a01c9168c$55a4b560$6501a8c0@CYBERPOWER> I ran into Dan of True RC this weekend at the Neat Fair and he advised that the 5000 Series paks were expected in this coming Friday. He has 50 sets on order and also advised that he expects that they will sell out in about a week. I remember seeing concerns on this list regarding availability, so I thought I would give a heads-up. G. -- I am using the free version of SPAMfighter for home users. SPAMfighter has removed 16028 spam emails to date. Paying users do not have this message in their emails. Get the free SPAMfighter here: http://www.spamfighter.com/len -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From derek_lieber at bellsouth.net Sun Sep 14 10:07:27 2008 From: derek_lieber at bellsouth.net (derek_lieber at bellsouth.net) Date: Sun, 14 Sep 2008 18:07:27 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] FS Prestige Pattern Plane - New In Box Message-ID: <091420081807.18055.48CD52DB000344D50000468722230682329B0A02D2089B9A019C04040A0DBF9D0A0D0A0704A1050A9D0A0B@att.net> I'm selling my new-in-box Prestige. This is the Prestige f3a pattern plane manufactured by Wistmodels in Poland. It is all composite construction, made from balsa/glass/carbon laminate with carbon gear and wing joiner. Control surfaces are live-hinged in the mold, with wipers. This is the electric version (lightweight layup) with the optional accessory pack that includes carbon battery tray, carbon spinner, aluminum wing/stab adjusters and misc. small hardware items needed to finish. I purchased this kit in early 2007 but subsequent life events have prevented me from assembling or flying it. The kit is immaculate. Everything is still in the original plastic bubble wrap. Color is all white with dark metallic blue canopy and wing bottoms. Asking $1900. Note: cannot ship - local pickup, or, will deliver/meet you within reasonable radius of Knoxville, TN. Derek Lieber derek_lieber at bellsouth.net From glmiller3 at suddenlink.net Sun Sep 14 12:55:10 2008 From: glmiller3 at suddenlink.net (glmiller3 at suddenlink.net) Date: Sun, 14 Sep 2008 20:55:10 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Houston, SE Texas and SW Louisiana Competitors In-Reply-To: <89DBC32D88FB44B581234E04CD8130FE@EarlPC> Message-ID: <20080914155505.LD7H3.104303.root@Web02> Earl, I'm glad to hear that you came through the storm undamaged! I too am going to try to make it to Frisco, but I'm not sure I can manage it....Hope to see you there. G ---- Earl Haury wrote: ============= George I vote for "Proceed as planned", a number of us are going to N Dallas next weekend - can't let a hurricane impede pattern activities. Those of us on the west side came out pretty well, mostly yard debris and loss of power. I haven't heard from the north side folks - they may have been hit harder, especially Ron's area. Earl ----- Original Message ----- From: To: "NSRCA List" Sent: Sunday, September 14, 2008 9:37 AM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Houston, SE Texas and SW Louisiana Competitors > Hi all, > > As I start cleaning up here in Lake Charles after IKE, I see on the news > that the Houston and Beaumont areas were much harder hit than we were. > Since most of the contestant pool for our upcoming contest (Gulf Coast > Pattern Championship) planned for October 4-5 would be coming from that > area, I'm wondering how you guys feel about it? > > Were you: > 1) far enough inland to avoid significant damage and want to proceed as > planned > 2) Have too much going on now to worry about pattern and would rather > cancel or postpone the contest? > > I haven't been out to our field yet to assess the damage there ( Rita took > off our canopy and club house roof, and destroyed most of our work > tables), but I doubt that the runway was damaged, so if you want to have > it, we can probably go ahead from a facilities standpoint. > > My thoughts today are with Ron, Glen, Jim, Mark, Richard, Buddy, and the > other "pattern guys" out there in SE TX. > > I realize that if you had significant damage, you probably won't get this > message, but it's the thought that counts. > > G > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From ghwatson at comcast.net Sun Sep 14 13:23:44 2008 From: ghwatson at comcast.net (ghwatson at comcast.net) Date: Sun, 14 Sep 2008 21:23:44 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Houston, SE Texas and SW Louisiana Competitors Message-ID: <091420082123.11522.48CD80DA000CBF1B00002D02221558639402019C9B0E990809@comcast.net> George, All is well here in NW Houston, specifically Cypress... power restored as of 10am Sat. I am in the shop as I type working on projects. I vote to go forward with the contest as planned. -- Regards, Glen Watson -------------- Original message -------------- From: > Hi all, > > As I start cleaning up here in Lake Charles after IKE, I see on the news that > the Houston and Beaumont areas were much harder hit than we were. Since most of > the contestant pool for our upcoming contest (Gulf Coast Pattern Championship) > planned for October 4-5 would be coming from that area, I'm wondering how you > guys feel about it? > > Were you: > 1) far enough inland to avoid significant damage and want to proceed as planned > 2) Have too much going on now to worry about pattern and would rather cancel or > postpone the contest? > > I haven't been out to our field yet to assess the damage there ( Rita took off > our canopy and club house roof, and destroyed most of our work tables), but I > doubt that the runway was damaged, so if you want to have it, we can probably go > ahead from a facilities standpoint. > > My thoughts today are with Ron, Glen, Jim, Mark, Richard, Buddy, and the other > "pattern guys" out there in SE TX. > > I realize that if you had significant damage, you probably won't get this > message, but it's the thought that counts. > > G > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Chuck Hochhalter --- On Sun, 9/14/08, BUDDYonRC at aol.com wrote: From: BUDDYonRC at aol.com Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Houston, SE Texas and SW Louisiana Competitors To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Date: Sunday, September 14, 2008, 10:45 PM George I will not be there we will not have power restored for at least three weeks and some say three month's Now Living in the area that will most likely be brought up later Houston is getting service first. we havent seen the first utility service truck or other service providers?since the storm passed I have my own generator running on natural gas and will survive. Buddy PS.The Sabine power station at Bridgecity is five feet ?under water. Psssst...Have you heard the news? There's a new fashion blog, plus the latest fall trends and hair styles at StyleList.com._______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jlkonn at hotmail.com Sun Sep 14 14:54:19 2008 From: jlkonn at hotmail.com (John Konneker) Date: Sun, 14 Sep 2008 22:54:19 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Houston, SE Texas and SW Louisiana Competitors In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Hi Buddy, I'm an ex-Beaumonter now living in Iowa. What we have to deal with are ice storms and loss of power. We don't have natural gas but we do have propane. How did you go about making the conversion so that you don't have to worry about gasoline supply for your generator? JLK From: BUDDYonRC at aol.comDate: Sun, 14 Sep 2008 18:45:15 -0400To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.orgSubject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Houston, SE Texas and SW Louisiana Competitors George I will not be there we will not have power restored for at least three weeks and some say three month's Now Living in the area that will most likely be brought up later Houston is getting service first. we havent seen the first utility service truck or other service providers since the storm passed I have my own generator running on natural gas and will survive. Buddy PS.The Sabine power station at Bridgecity is five feet under water. Psssst...Have you heard the news? There's a new fashion blog, plus the latest fall trends and hair styles at StyleList.com. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From glmiller3 at suddenlink.net Sun Sep 14 14:55:35 2008 From: glmiller3 at suddenlink.net (glmiller3 at suddenlink.net) Date: Sun, 14 Sep 2008 22:55:35 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Houston, SE Texas and SW Louisiana Competitors In-Reply-To: <091420082123.11522.48CD80DA000CBF1B00002D02221558639402019C9B0E990809@comcast.net> Message-ID: <20080914175530.R7KHA.106080.root@Web02> Thanks, Glen. I'm glad you made it through safely! I can't get motivated to get out to the shop, yet. Maybe next week. I just heard from Randy Liprie who went out to the field this afternoon. We have some damage to the metal canopy, but most is intact and there is no appreciable damage to the clubhouse or runway, so let's say the Contest is going as scheduled! G ---- ghwatson at comcast.net wrote: ============= George, All is well here in NW Houston, specifically Cypress... power restored as of 10am Sat. I am in the shop as I type working on projects. I vote to go forward with the contest as planned. -- Regards, Glen Watson -------------- Original message -------------- From: > Hi all, > > As I start cleaning up here in Lake Charles after IKE, I see on the news that > the Houston and Beaumont areas were much harder hit than we were. Since most of > the contestant pool for our upcoming contest (Gulf Coast Pattern Championship) > planned for October 4-5 would be coming from that area, I'm wondering how you > guys feel about it? > > Were you: > 1) far enough inland to avoid significant damage and want to proceed as planned > 2) Have too much going on now to worry about pattern and would rather cancel or > postpone the contest? > > I haven't been out to our field yet to assess the damage there ( Rita took off > our canopy and club house roof, and destroyed most of our work tables), but I > doubt that the runway was damaged, so if you want to have it, we can probably go > ahead from a facilities standpoint. > > My thoughts today are with Ron, Glen, Jim, Mark, Richard, Buddy, and the other > "pattern guys" out there in SE TX. > > I realize that if you had significant damage, you probably won't get this > message, but it's the thought that counts. > > G > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From glmiller3 at suddenlink.net Sun Sep 14 14:58:52 2008 From: glmiller3 at suddenlink.net (glmiller3 at suddenlink.net) Date: Sun, 14 Sep 2008 22:58:52 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Houston, SE Texas and SW Louisiana Competitors In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <20080914175850.WPPNW.106128.root@Web02> Hi Buddy, I know that ya'll got hit VERY hard! Let me know if there is anything that I can do to help you get through this. We were without power here for 3 weeks after Rita....and I don't have a generator. G ---- BUDDYonRC at aol.com wrote: ============= George I will not be there we will not have power restored for at least three weeks and some say three month's Now Living in the area that will most likely be brought up later Houston is getting service first. we havent seen the first utility service truck or other service providers since the storm passed I have my own generator running on natural gas and will survive. Buddy PS.The Sabine power station at Bridgecity is five feet under water. **************Psssst...Have you heard the news? There's a new fashion blog, plus the latest fall trends and hair styles at StyleList.com. (http://www.stylelist.com/trends?ncid=aolsty00050000000014) From mjfrederick at cox.net Sun Sep 14 17:18:17 2008 From: mjfrederick at cox.net (Matthew Frederick) Date: Mon, 15 Sep 2008 01:18:17 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Houston, SE Texas and SW Louisiana Competitors References: <20080914093731.OJDXU.98615.root@Web02> Message-ID: I'd like to see it postponed because I still don't have anything to fly... :-) Matt ----- Original Message ----- From: To: "NSRCA List" Sent: Sunday, September 14, 2008 9:37 AM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Houston, SE Texas and SW Louisiana Competitors > Hi all, > > As I start cleaning up here in Lake Charles after IKE, I see on the news > that the Houston and Beaumont areas were much harder hit than we were. > Since most of the contestant pool for our upcoming contest (Gulf Coast > Pattern Championship) planned for October 4-5 would be coming from that > area, I'm wondering how you guys feel about it? > > Were you: > 1) far enough inland to avoid significant damage and want to proceed as > planned > 2) Have too much going on now to worry about pattern and would rather > cancel or postpone the contest? > > I haven't been out to our field yet to assess the damage there ( Rita took > off our canopy and club house roof, and destroyed most of our work > tables), but I doubt that the runway was damaged, so if you want to have > it, we can probably go ahead from a facilities standpoint. > > My thoughts today are with Ron, Glen, Jim, Mark, Richard, Buddy, and the > other "pattern guys" out there in SE TX. > > I realize that if you had significant damage, you probably won't get this > message, but it's the thought that counts. > > G > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From bob at toprudder.com Sun Sep 14 17:34:50 2008 From: bob at toprudder.com (Robert Richards) Date: Mon, 15 Sep 2008 01:34:50 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Houston, SE Texas and SW Louisiana Competitors In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <70078.30111.qm@web1106.biz.mail.sk1.yahoo.com> John, Try this link: http://www.rv.net/forum/index.cfm/fuseaction/thread/tid/21337191.cfm Hope this helps. Bob R. John Konneker wrote: .hmmessage P { margin:0px; padding:0px } body.hmmessage { FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY:Tahoma } Hi Buddy, I'm an ex-Beaumonter now living in Iowa. What we have to deal with are ice storms and loss of power. We don't have natural gas but we do have propane. How did you go about making the conversion so that you don't have to worry about gasoline supply for your generator? JLK -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jlkonn at hotmail.com Sun Sep 14 17:42:55 2008 From: jlkonn at hotmail.com (John Konneker) Date: Mon, 15 Sep 2008 01:42:55 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Houston, SE Texas and SW Louisiana Competitors In-Reply-To: <70078.30111.qm@web1106.biz.mail.sk1.yahoo.com> References: <70078.30111.qm@web1106.biz.mail.sk1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Thanks Bob! JLK Date: Sun, 14 Sep 2008 18:34:46 -0700From: bob at toprudder.comTo: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.orgSubject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Houston, SE Texas and SW Louisiana Competitors John, Try this link: http://www.rv.net/forum/index.cfm/fuseaction/thread/tid/21337191.cfm Hope this helps. Bob R. John Konneker wrote: Hi Buddy,I'm an ex-Beaumonter now living in Iowa. What we have to deal with are ice storms and loss of power.We don't have natural gas but we do have propane. How did you go about making the conversionso that you don't have to worry about gasoline supply for your generator?JLK -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From atwoodm at paragon-inc.com Sun Sep 14 19:58:41 2008 From: atwoodm at paragon-inc.com (Mark Atwood) Date: Mon, 15 Sep 2008 03:58:41 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] District 4 Championships Message-ID: Hey All, Just wanted to send out a formal invite to anyone in range (D5? D1? D2?...) to attend the annual District 4 Championship Night Fly/ Fireworks extravaganza and pattern contest! THIS...is the contest of contests...at least in this region. Great Pattern event (usually better than 35 contestants), a tremendous Steak cookout, and then a night fly contest that is....illuminating to say the least. Directions to the event can be found on the Flying Cardinals club web site http://www.flyingcardinals.org/directions.htm Looks like we?re going to have some great weather for the weekend (ok, it?s still 5 days away, but as of now it looks great). Hope to see everyone there!! -Mark -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Jeff Buchner -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Steve Ford Sent: Sunday, September 14, 2008 11:51 PM To: NSRCS Board Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Springfield Contest Big thanks to Dan and the Springfield crew for a great contest this weekend. Perfect practice day on Friday, and great timing dodging the rain on Saturday with 4 fun rounds. Steve Ford -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From drmikedds at sbcglobal.net Mon Sep 15 09:19:39 2008 From: drmikedds at sbcglobal.net (michael s harrison) Date: Mon, 15 Sep 2008 17:19:39 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Jaicco regulators Message-ID: <012501c91757$12d396e0$387ac4a0$@net> Jim, Could you send me instructions for ordering regulator and switchs. Mike -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From kennedybryan at bellsouth.net Mon Sep 15 13:15:02 2008 From: kennedybryan at bellsouth.net (Bryan Kennedy) Date: Mon, 15 Sep 2008 21:15:02 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Quick update on the 40th Annual Rocket City Pattern Contest Message-ID: <4F3CC91F171F47EB8D29741E2511AD2F@BryanKennedyPC> Just a quick post to thank everyone for making it to the 40th annual RCRC pattern contest. We had a good turn out 21 registered pilots with 20 flying. We completed 5 rounds total in Sportsman and Intermediate with 4 rounds being flown in Advanced, Masters and FAI. We did have one unfortunate mid-air. Raiko Potter (Pinnacle) and Larry Odom (Black Magic) during the first round. Would like to start with thanking this years sponsor's. * Extreme Flight RC, donated a 58" Extra 300 kit and a Vanquish combo kit with speed controller and motor * R/C Hobbies (Huntsville, AL) donated a 3D electric combo kit with speed controller and Hacker motor * Don Peck donated $40.00 for our gas money drawing I would like to thank RCRC club for allowing us to utilize this fantastic facility. Thanks to Catherine Reuther for doing a fantastic job with scoring (as usual) Tony Coberly assistant CD, Don Peck for helping with concessions, and all the other RCRC club members that helped out. I will be submitting a formal report very soon, but here is the standings information: Sportsman 1. Forrest Schaffer 4000 2. Mike Williams 3866 3. Louis Brown 3760 4. Mike Norton 3690 5. Larry Loucks 3334 6. Ed Holliday 3113 7. Michael Prediger 1921 Intermediate 1. Mikael Fedon 4000 2. Chris Odom 3960 3. Dean Funk 3650 4. Tony Coberly 3625 5. Kirk Sutherland 3607 6. Bic Green 3441 7. Lawrence Odom 3112 Advanced 1. Gary Courtney 4000 2. Michael Wingo 2627 Masters 1. John Fuqua 3988 2. Mike Hester 3931 3. Everette Carpenter 3713 FAI 1. Raiko Potter 3000 Thank you Bryan Kennedy CD -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From perkinsrx at centurytel.net Mon Sep 15 14:23:49 2008 From: perkinsrx at centurytel.net (W. Eddie Batchelor) Date: Mon, 15 Sep 2008 22:23:49 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Houston, SE Texas and SW Louisiana Competitors In-Reply-To: <20080914175850.WPPNW.106128.root@Web02> Message-ID: <200809152223.m8FMNgMq005954@mail958c35.nsolutionszone.com> George Yes you do have a generator BUT you should of got the 2K like I did. It runs a 110 AC, 3 lights, and tv, and computer with no Prob. OF course I've got a 6Kw for my frig & freezer :-) All is well in DQ. My sentiments and Prayers to SE TX also. Esp the Golden Triangle area. Eddie -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of glmiller3 at suddenlink.net Sent: Sunday, September 14, 2008 5:59 PM To: General pattern discussion Cc: BUDDYonRC at aol.com Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Houston, SE Texas and SW Louisiana Competitors Hi Buddy, I know that ya'll got hit VERY hard! Let me know if there is anything that I can do to help you get through this. We were without power here for 3 weeks after Rita....and I don't have a generator. G ---- BUDDYonRC at aol.com wrote: ============= George I will not be there we will not have power restored for at least three weeks and some say three month's Now Living in the area that will most likely be brought up later Houston is getting service first. we havent seen the first utility service truck or other service providers since the storm passed I have my own generator running on natural gas and will survive. Buddy PS.The Sabine power station at Bridgecity is five feet under water. **************Psssst...Have you heard the news? There's a new fashion blog, plus the latest fall trends and hair styles at StyleList.com. (http://www.stylelist.com/trends?ncid=aolsty00050000000014) _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From rob at koolsoft.com Mon Sep 15 15:12:21 2008 From: rob at koolsoft.com (Robert L. Beaubien) Date: Mon, 15 Sep 2008 23:12:21 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] District mailing lists down? In-Reply-To: <48C948C2.8020301@canisius.edu> References: <703238.51910.qm@web36705.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <48C948C2.8020301@canisius.edu> Message-ID: Hey Martin, It appears the calendar stuff doesn't work on the new server. Clicking on the "New Calendar (under development)" link gives you a blank page now. - Robert Beaubien - NSRCA, District 7 Webmaster - -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Martin X. Moleski, SJ Sent: Thursday, September 11, 2008 9:35 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] District mailing lists down? Bob Kane wrote: > I sent a message to the D4 mailing list dist4 at nsrca.org and it did not > go through. Anybody know who to contact? I forwarded your question to Tom Simes. He manages all of our mailing lists. His mail server was not involved in the transition on Tuesday. So far as he can tell, all of the lists are up and running. We do have a new system of managing the district mailing lists. Tom may kill off the old address in due time with appropriate notice. I'm sure he will look into your question and reply as soon as he is able. Marty _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From moleski at canisius.edu Mon Sep 15 15:15:31 2008 From: moleski at canisius.edu (Martin X. Moleski, SJ) Date: Mon, 15 Sep 2008 23:15:31 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] District mailing lists down? In-Reply-To: References: <703238.51910.qm@web36705.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <48C948C2.8020301@canisius.edu> Message-ID: <48CEEC90.1030405@canisius.edu> Robert, > It appears the calendar stuff doesn't work on the new server. Clicking > on the "New Calendar (under development)" link gives you a blank page > now. Understood. Thyme is a commercial product. We couldn't install and debug it on the new server because of licensing restrictions UNTIL the new server became "nsrca.us" last Tuesday. Buff is working on getting Thyme hooked up to its data tables even as we speak. The Thyme calendar should come back to life shortly thereafter, all things being equal. Marty From tschmidt at classicnet.net Mon Sep 15 15:56:46 2008 From: tschmidt at classicnet.net (tschmidt at classicnet.net) Date: Mon, 15 Sep 2008 23:56:46 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Springfield Contest References: <92027809432B4CC482849BB16A4D42C1@Home> Message-ID: Yes, a big thanks to the Springfield gang for having the contest regardless of the weather forcast. Springfield is always a great place to visit and fly and was great fun Looking forward to next year! Todd ----- Original Message ----- From: Steve Ford To: NSRCS Board Sent: Sunday, September 14, 2008 11:51 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Springfield Contest Big thanks to Dan and the Springfield crew for a great contest this weekend. Perfect practice day on Friday, and great timing dodging the rain on Saturday with 4 fun rounds. 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You sound much more prepared than most. Don't know about going to Dallas...depends on how work goes...would love to make it though... Mark ----- Original Message ----- From: "W. Eddie Batchelor" To: "'General pattern discussion'" Sent: Monday, September 15, 2008 5:23 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Houston,SE Texas and SW Louisiana Competitors > George > Yes you do have a generator BUT you should of got the 2K like I did. It > runs a 110 AC, 3 lights, and tv, and computer with no Prob. > OF course I've got a 6Kw for my frig & freezer :-) > All is well in DQ. > > My sentiments and Prayers to SE TX also. Esp the Golden Triangle area. > > Eddie > > -----Original Message----- > From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org > [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of > glmiller3 at suddenlink.net > Sent: Sunday, September 14, 2008 5:59 PM > To: General pattern discussion > Cc: BUDDYonRC at aol.com > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Houston, SE Texas and SW Louisiana > Competitors > > Hi Buddy, > > I know that ya'll got hit VERY hard! Let me know if there is anything > that > I can do to help you get through this. We were without power here for 3 > weeks after Rita....and I don't have a generator. > > > G > ---- BUDDYonRC at aol.com wrote: > > ============= > George > I will not be there we will not have power restored for at least three > weeks > and some say three month's Now Living in the area that will most likely be > brought up later Houston is getting service first. we havent seen the > first > > utility service truck or other service providers since the storm passed I > have > my own generator running on natural gas and will survive. > Buddy > PS.The Sabine power station at Bridgecity is five feet under water. > > > > **************Psssst...Have you heard the news? There's a new fashion > blog, > plus the latest fall trends and hair styles at StyleList.com. > (http://www.stylelist.com/trends?ncid=aolsty00050000000014) > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From rob at koolsoft.com Mon Sep 15 23:36:00 2008 From: rob at koolsoft.com (Robert L. Beaubien) Date: Tue, 16 Sep 2008 07:36:00 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Mike Greear In-Reply-To: References: <200809152223.m8FMNgMq005954@mail958c35.nsolutionszone.com> Message-ID: Anyone have an email address for Mike Greear? Thanx, - Robert Beaubien - NSRCA, District 7 Webmaster - From glmiller3 at suddenlink.net Tue Sep 16 03:12:45 2008 From: glmiller3 at suddenlink.net (glmiller3 at suddenlink.net) Date: Tue, 16 Sep 2008 11:12:45 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Houston, SE Texas and SW Louisiana Competitors In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <20080916061240.9DO1Z.143428.root@Web01> Hey Mark, Glad you and Richard made it OK! G ---- Mark Hunt wrote: ============= Just got power back on.....benn without since Fri. night......very minor damage in the yard...no problem with the house...some in my neighborhood were not so lucky. Richard Lewis is same shape as I...he lives at the other end of the same subdivision. No power still in alot of places around Houston. Buddy, our thoughts are with you. You sound much more prepared than most. Don't know about going to Dallas...depends on how work goes...would love to make it though... Mark ----- Original Message ----- From: "W. Eddie Batchelor" To: "'General pattern discussion'" Sent: Monday, September 15, 2008 5:23 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Houston,SE Texas and SW Louisiana Competitors > George > Yes you do have a generator BUT you should of got the 2K like I did. It > runs a 110 AC, 3 lights, and tv, and computer with no Prob. > OF course I've got a 6Kw for my frig & freezer :-) > All is well in DQ. > > My sentiments and Prayers to SE TX also. Esp the Golden Triangle area. > > Eddie > > -----Original Message----- > From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org > [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of > glmiller3 at suddenlink.net > Sent: Sunday, September 14, 2008 5:59 PM > To: General pattern discussion > Cc: BUDDYonRC at aol.com > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Houston, SE Texas and SW Louisiana > Competitors > > Hi Buddy, > > I know that ya'll got hit VERY hard! Let me know if there is anything > that > I can do to help you get through this. We were without power here for 3 > weeks after Rita....and I don't have a generator. > > > G > ---- BUDDYonRC at aol.com wrote: > > ============= > George > I will not be there we will not have power restored for at least three > weeks > and some say three month's Now Living in the area that will most likely be > brought up later Houston is getting service first. we havent seen the > first > > utility service truck or other service providers since the storm passed I > have > my own generator running on natural gas and will survive. > Buddy > PS.The Sabine power station at Bridgecity is five feet under water. > > > > **************Psssst...Have you heard the news? There's a new fashion > blog, > plus the latest fall trends and hair styles at StyleList.com. > (http://www.stylelist.com/trends?ncid=aolsty00050000000014) > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From homeremodeling2003 at yahoo.com Tue Sep 16 07:04:14 2008 From: homeremodeling2003 at yahoo.com (krishlan fitzsimmons) Date: Tue, 16 Sep 2008 15:04:14 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Mike Greear In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <857958.62940.qm@web33003.mail.mud.yahoo.com> LuvtheRocs at aol.com Chris ? ? ? --- On Tue, 9/16/08, Robert L. Beaubien wrote: From: Robert L. Beaubien Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Mike Greear To: "General pattern discussion" Date: Tuesday, September 16, 2008, 12:35 AM Anyone have an email address for Mike Greear? Thanx, - Robert Beaubien - NSRCA, District 7 Webmaster - _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From mups1953 at yahoo.com Tue Sep 16 07:45:33 2008 From: mups1953 at yahoo.com (mike mueller) Date: Tue, 16 Sep 2008 15:45:33 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] District 4 Championships In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <552133.55588.qm@web51010.mail.re2.yahoo.com> http://www.weather.com/outlook/driving/interstate/weekend/USKY0801?from=36hr_topnav_driving ? ?Looking pretty nice! See you there on Friday with my Buds from Chitown. Mike --- On Sun, 9/14/08, Mark Atwood wrote: From: Mark Atwood Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] District 4 Championships To: "pattern discussion" Date: Sunday, September 14, 2008, 10:58 PM Hey All, Just wanted to send out a formal invite to anyone in range (D5? D1? D2?...) to attend the annual District 4 Championship Night Fly/ Fireworks extravaganza and pattern contest! THIS...is the contest of contests...at least in this region. ?Great Pattern event (usually better than 35 contestants), a tremendous Steak cookout, and then a night fly contest that is....illuminating to say the least. Directions to the event can be found on the Flying Cardinals club web site ?http://www.flyingcardinals.org/directions.htm Looks like we?re going to have some great weather for the weekend (ok, it?s still 5 days away, but as of now it looks great). 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Mike --- On Sun, 9/14/08, Mark Atwood wrote: From: Mark Atwood Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] District 4 Championships To: "pattern discussion" Date: Sunday, September 14, 2008, 10:58 PM Hey All, Just wanted to send out a formal invite to anyone in range (D5? D1? D2?...) to attend the annual District 4 Championship Night Fly/ Fireworks extravaganza and pattern contest! THIS...is the contest of contests...at least in this region. Great Pattern event (usually better than 35 contestants), a tremendous Steak cookout, and then a night fly contest that is....illuminating to say the least. Directions to the event can be found on the Flying Cardinals club web site http://www.flyingcardinals.org/directions.htm Looks like we?re going to have some great weather for the weekend (ok, it?s still 5 days away, but as of now it looks great). 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URL: From wilsorc at gmail.com Tue Sep 16 09:10:53 2008 From: wilsorc at gmail.com (Bob Wilson) Date: Tue, 16 Sep 2008 17:10:53 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] District 4 Championships In-Reply-To: <552133.55588.qm@web51010.mail.re2.yahoo.com> References: <552133.55588.qm@web51010.mail.re2.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <888fdd980809161010r35c3f9d9gb8e3f4e56b20ebb5@mail.gmail.com> What are the dates of this contest? 2008/9/16 mike mueller > > http://www.weather.com/outlook/driving/interstate/weekend/USKY0801?from=36hr_topnav_driving > > Looking pretty nice! See you there on Friday with my Buds from Chitown. > Mike > > --- On *Sun, 9/14/08, Mark Atwood * wrote: > > From: Mark Atwood > Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] District 4 Championships > To: "pattern discussion" > Date: Sunday, September 14, 2008, 10:58 PM > > Hey All, > > Just wanted to send out a formal invite to anyone in range (D5? D1? D2?...) > to attend the annual District 4 Championship Night Fly/ Fireworks > extravaganza and pattern contest! > > THIS...is the contest of contests...at least in this region. Great Pattern > event (usually better than 35 contestants), a tremendous Steak cookout, and > then a night fly contest that is....illuminating to say the least. > > Directions to the event can be found on the Flying Cardinals club web site > *http://www.flyingcardinals.org/directions.htm > ** > *Looks like we're going to have some great weather for the weekend (ok, > it's still 5 days away, but as of now it looks great). > > Hope to see everyone there!! > > -Mark > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing listNSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.orghttp://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Don On Sun, Sep 14, 2008 at 9:37 AM, wrote: > Hi all, > > As I start cleaning up here in Lake Charles after IKE, I see on the news > that the Houston and Beaumont areas were much harder hit than we were. > Since most of the contestant pool for our upcoming contest (Gulf Coast > Pattern Championship) planned for October 4-5 would be coming from that > area, I'm wondering how you guys feel about it? > > Were you: > 1) far enough inland to avoid significant damage and want to proceed as > planned > 2) Have too much going on now to worry about pattern and would rather > cancel or postpone the contest? > > I haven't been out to our field yet to assess the damage there ( Rita took > off our canopy and club house roof, and destroyed most of our work tables), > but I doubt that the runway was damaged, so if you want to have it, we can > probably go ahead from a facilities standpoint. > > My thoughts today are with Ron, Glen, Jim, Mark, Richard, Buddy, and the > other "pattern guys" out there in SE TX. > > I realize that if you had significant damage, you probably won't get this > message, but it's the thought that counts. > > G > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From kerlock at comcast.net Tue Sep 16 09:29:15 2008 From: kerlock at comcast.net (Mike Hester) Date: Tue, 16 Sep 2008 17:29:15 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] District 4 Championships References: <552133.55588.qm@web51010.mail.re2.yahoo.com> <888fdd980809161010r35c3f9d9gb8e3f4e56b20ebb5@mail.gmail.com> Message-ID: This weekend.... ----- Original Message ----- From: Bob Wilson To: mups1953 at yahoo.com ; General pattern discussion Sent: Tuesday, September 16, 2008 1:10 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] District 4 Championships What are the dates of this contest? 2008/9/16 mike mueller http://www.weather.com/outlook/driving/interstate/weekend/USKY0801?from=36hr_topnav_driving Looking pretty nice! See you there on Friday with my Buds from Chitown. Mike --- On Sun, 9/14/08, Mark Atwood wrote: From: Mark Atwood Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] District 4 Championships To: "pattern discussion" Date: Sunday, September 14, 2008, 10:58 PM Hey All, Just wanted to send out a formal invite to anyone in range (D5? D1? D2?...) to attend the annual District 4 Championship Night Fly/ Fireworks extravaganza and pattern contest! THIS...is the contest of contests...at least in this region. Great Pattern event (usually better than 35 contestants), a tremendous Steak cookout, and then a night fly contest that is....illuminating to say the least. Directions to the event can be found on the Flying Cardinals club web site http://www.flyingcardinals.org/directions.htm Looks like we're going to have some great weather for the weekend (ok, it's still 5 days away, but as of now it looks great). Hope to see everyone there!! -Mark _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion E-mail message checked by Spyware Doctor (5.5.1.322) Database version: 5.10710e http://www.pctools.com/spyware-doctor/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion E-mail message checked by Spyware Doctor (5.5.1.322) Database version: 5.10710e http://www.pctools.com/en/spyware-doctor/ E-mail message checked by Spyware Doctor (5.5.1.322) Database version: 5.10710e http://www.pctools.com/en/spyware-doctor/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Don On Sun, Sep 14, 2008 at 9:37 AM, wrote: > Hi all, > > As I start cleaning up here in Lake Charles after IKE, I see on the news > that the Houston and Beaumont areas were much harder hit than we were. > Since most of the contestant pool for our upcoming contest (Gulf Coast > Pattern Championship) planned for October 4-5 would be coming from that > area, I'm wondering how you guys feel about it? > > Were you: > 1) far enough inland to avoid significant damage and want to proceed as > planned > 2) Have too much going on now to worry about pattern and would rather > cancel or postpone the contest? > > I haven't been out to our field yet to assess the damage there ( Rita took > off our canopy and club house roof, and destroyed most of our work tables), > but I doubt that the runway was damaged, so if you want to have it, we can > probably go ahead from a facilities standpoint. > > My thoughts today are with Ron, Glen, Jim, Mark, Richard, Buddy, and the > other "pattern guys" out there in SE TX. > > I realize that if you had significant damage, you probably won't get this > message, but it's the thought that counts. > > G > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > From love2flypattern at yahoo.com Tue Sep 16 13:43:22 2008 From: love2flypattern at yahoo.com (Jarvis Johnson) Date: Tue, 16 Sep 2008 21:43:22 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Mike Greear In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <397593.76207.qm@web52707.mail.re2.yahoo.com> LuvtheRocs at aol.com --- On Tue, 9/16/08, Robert L. Beaubien wrote: From: Robert L. Beaubien Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Mike Greear To: "General pattern discussion" Date: Tuesday, September 16, 2008, 12:35 AM Anyone have an email address for Mike Greear? Thanx, - Robert Beaubien - NSRCA, District 7 Webmaster - _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From Lisandro.Zapata at rsandh.com Wed Sep 17 06:36:56 2008 From: Lisandro.Zapata at rsandh.com (Zapata, Lisandro Arturo) Date: Wed, 17 Sep 2008 14:36:56 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Jim Woodward's phone number In-Reply-To: <737og9$35lh5@dmzms99902.na.baesystems.com> References: <738lm5$dbcan@dmzms99801.na.baesystems.com> <737og9$35lh5@dmzms99902.na.baesystems.com> Message-ID: I need Jim Woodward's phone number for some technical question. Can somebody help me? 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URL: From gene.maurice at sgmservice.com Wed Sep 17 09:13:09 2008 From: gene.maurice at sgmservice.com (Gene Maurice) Date: Wed, 17 Sep 2008 17:13:09 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] North Dallas Contest Message-ID: <001501c918e8$a6965880$f3c30980$@maurice@sgmservice.com> All, The 25th Annual North Dallas Pattern Classic will be held this weekend, September 20 & 21 at the NDRCC field between Frisco and Denton Texas. Here's a link to Yahoo Maps http://maps.yahoo.com/;_ylc=X3oDMTExNmIycG51BF9TAzI3MTYxNDkEc2VjA2ZwLWJ1dHRv bgRzbGsDbGluaw--#mvt=m &lat=33.238636&lon=-96.941815&zoom=15&q1=2066%20Brewer%20Rd%2C%20Aubrey%2C%2 0Texas The weather forecast is for two beautiful days, temperatures in the mid 80's and wind Southeast at 10 MPH. I hope our friends from the Gulf Coast / Houston area can make it, you folks need the break!! If you need any other information email me directly or call me at 972-365-8689. 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You need a big ol' piece of cow! Sent from my BlackBerry Smartphone provided by Alltel -----Original Message----- From: Bob Kane Date: Wed, 17 Sep 2008 17:01:21 To: Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Important question to D4 Finals attendees: _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From verne at twmi.rr.com Wed Sep 17 20:36:56 2008 From: verne at twmi.rr.com (Verne Koester) Date: Thu, 18 Sep 2008 04:36:56 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Important question to D4 Finals attendees: References: <232910.50203.qm@web36702.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <1915029367-1221697368-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1026917940-@bxe025.bisx.prod.on.blackberry> Message-ID: <2BF4EE01CD404CBF91A7E1298FFDDAA0@Vinnie> He IS a big ol' piece of cow..... Verne ----- Original Message ----- From: To: "General pattern discussion" Sent: Wednesday, September 17, 2008 8:23 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Important question to D4 Finals attendees: > Let me guess ... You need a big ol' piece of cow! > > > Sent from my BlackBerry Smartphone provided by Alltel > > -----Original Message----- > From: Bob Kane > > Date: Wed, 17 Sep 2008 17:01:21 > To: > Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Important question to D4 Finals attendees: > > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > From getterflash at yahoo.com Thu Sep 18 02:37:22 2008 From: getterflash at yahoo.com (Bob Kane) Date: Thu, 18 Sep 2008 10:37:22 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Important question to D4 Finals attendees: Message-ID: <465976.97752.qm@web36702.mail.mud.yahoo.com> I'm moooooved . . . . . Bob Kane getterflash at yahoo.com ----- Original Message ---- From: Verne Koester To: atwoodm at paragon-inc.com; General pattern discussion Sent: Thursday, September 18, 2008 12:36:56 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Important question to D4 Finals attendees: He IS a big ol' piece of cow..... Verne ----- Original Message ----- From: To: "General pattern discussion" Sent: Wednesday, September 17, 2008 8:23 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Important question to D4 Finals attendees: > Let me guess ... You need a big ol' piece of cow! > > > Sent from my BlackBerry Smartphone provided by Alltel > > -----Original Message----- > From: Bob Kane > > Date: Wed, 17 Sep 2008 17:01:21 > To: > Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Important question to D4 Finals attendees: > > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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URL: From homeremodeling2003 at yahoo.com Fri Sep 19 14:39:14 2008 From: homeremodeling2003 at yahoo.com (krishlan fitzsimmons) Date: Fri, 19 Sep 2008 22:39:14 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Bolly gear Message-ID: <559360.10449.qm@web33005.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Does anyone know who has the F3A long gear in stock? Radio South is the last place I have thought of besides the usuals, but it's almost bedtime on that side of the country. lol Chris ? ? ? -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From vanputte at cox.net Fri Sep 19 14:44:09 2008 From: vanputte at cox.net (Ron Van Putte) Date: Fri, 19 Sep 2008 22:44:09 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Bolly gear In-Reply-To: <559360.10449.qm@web33005.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <559360.10449.qm@web33005.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Have you asked Maureen Dunphy at Precision Aero Composites? Ron VP On Sep 19, 2008, at 5:39 PM, krishlan fitzsimmons wrote: > Does anyone know who has the F3A long gear in stock? Radio South is > the last place I have thought of besides the usuals, but it's > almost bedtime on that side of the country. lol > > > Chris > > > > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From trexlesh at msn.com Fri Sep 19 14:57:04 2008 From: trexlesh at msn.com (Rex) Date: Fri, 19 Sep 2008 22:57:04 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Bolly gear In-Reply-To: References: <559360.10449.qm@web33005.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Last I heard, and that's recently.... Maureen has some on order. They are sitting in a container to be shipped when the hurricane weather allows transport! A local guy has some on order from her. Rex > From: vanputte at cox.net> Date: Fri, 19 Sep 2008 17:44:04 -0500> To: homeremodeling2003 at yahoo.com; nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Bolly gear> > Have you asked Maureen Dunphy at Precision Aero Composites?> > Ron VP> > On Sep 19, 2008, at 5:39 PM, krishlan fitzsimmons wrote:> > > Does anyone know who has the F3A long gear in stock? Radio South is > > the last place I have thought of besides the usuals, but it's > > almost bedtime on that side of the country. lol> >> >> > Chris> >> >> >> >> > _______________________________________________> > NSRCA-discussion mailing list> > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion> > _______________________________________________> NSRCA-discussion mailing list> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From pcosky at comcast.net Fri Sep 19 15:07:17 2008 From: pcosky at comcast.net (Pete Cosky) Date: Fri, 19 Sep 2008 23:07:17 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Bolly gear References: <559360.10449.qm@web33005.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <001e01c91aac$73e22f70$28440a0a@usa.ccu.clearchannel.com> Try here. http://www.aeroproduct.net/ ----- Original Message ----- From: krishlan fitzsimmons To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Sent: Friday, September 19, 2008 6:39 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Bolly gear Does anyone know who has the F3A long gear in stock? Radio South is the last place I have thought of besides the usuals, but it's almost bedtime on that side of the country. lol Chris ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jshulman at cfl.rr.com Fri Sep 19 16:10:32 2008 From: jshulman at cfl.rr.com (JShulman) Date: Sat, 20 Sep 2008 00:10:32 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Masters call sheet in Excel Message-ID: Anyone have an Excel file for the 09 Masters pattern? Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1680 - Release Date: 9/19/2008 8:25 AM From pcosky at comcast.net Fri Sep 19 16:20:21 2008 From: pcosky at comcast.net (Pete Cosky) Date: Sat, 20 Sep 2008 00:20:21 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Masters call sheet in Excel References: Message-ID: <000f01c91ab6$a93a9a90$28440a0a@usa.ccu.clearchannel.com> Here ya go ----- Original Message ----- From: "JShulman" To: "NSRCA" Sent: Friday, September 19, 2008 8:11 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Masters call sheet in Excel > Anyone have an Excel file for the 09 Masters pattern? > > Regards, > Jason > www.jasonshulman.com > www.shulmanaviation.com > www.composite-arf.com > > No virus found in this outgoing message. > Checked by AVG. > Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1680 - Release Date: 9/19/2008 > 8:25 AM > > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: masters.xls Type: application/vnd.ms-excel Size: 22016 bytes Desc: not available URL: From pcosky at comcast.net Fri Sep 19 16:25:23 2008 From: pcosky at comcast.net (Pete Cosky) Date: Sat, 20 Sep 2008 00:25:23 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Masters call sheet in Excel References: Message-ID: <001b01c91ab7$5d4dd8d0$28440a0a@usa.ccu.clearchannel.com> Oops wrong file. That was the current sequence. ----- Original Message ----- From: "JShulman" To: "NSRCA" Sent: Friday, September 19, 2008 8:11 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Masters call sheet in Excel > Anyone have an Excel file for the 09 Masters pattern? > > Regards, > Jason > www.jasonshulman.com > www.shulmanaviation.com > www.composite-arf.com > > No virus found in this outgoing message. > Checked by AVG. > Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1680 - Release Date: 9/19/2008 > 8:25 AM > > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > From jshulman at cfl.rr.com Fri Sep 19 16:26:22 2008 From: jshulman at cfl.rr.com (JShulman) Date: Sat, 20 Sep 2008 00:26:22 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Masters call sheet in Excel In-Reply-To: <000f01c91ab6$a93a9a90$28440a0a@usa.ccu.clearchannel.com> Message-ID: Thanks Pete... but do you have the 09...lol. Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Pete Cosky Sent: Friday, September 19, 2008 8:20 PM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Masters call sheet in Excel Here ya go ----- Original Message ----- From: "JShulman" To: "NSRCA" Sent: Friday, September 19, 2008 8:11 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Masters call sheet in Excel > Anyone have an Excel file for the 09 Masters pattern? > > Regards, > Jason > www.jasonshulman.com > www.shulmanaviation.com > www.composite-arf.com > > No virus found in this outgoing message. > Checked by AVG. > Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1680 - Release Date: 9/19/2008 > 8:25 AM > > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > No virus found in this incoming message. 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Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1680 - Release Date: 9/19/2008 8:25 AM From ed_alt at hotmail.com Fri Sep 19 16:39:55 2008 From: ed_alt at hotmail.com (Ed Alt) Date: Sat, 20 Sep 2008 00:39:55 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Masters call sheet in Excel References: Message-ID: Try this Uncle JAS ----- Original Message ----- From: "JShulman" To: "General pattern discussion" Sent: Friday, September 19, 2008 7:27 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Masters call sheet in Excel > Thanks Pete... but do you have the 09...lol. > > Regards, > Jason > www.jasonshulman.com > www.shulmanaviation.com > www.composite-arf.com > > > -----Original Message----- > From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org > [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Pete Cosky > Sent: Friday, September 19, 2008 8:20 PM > To: General pattern discussion > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Masters call sheet in Excel > > > Here ya go > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "JShulman" > To: "NSRCA" > Sent: Friday, September 19, 2008 8:11 PM > Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Masters call sheet in Excel > > >> Anyone have an Excel file for the 09 Masters pattern? >> >> Regards, >> Jason >> www.jasonshulman.com >> www.shulmanaviation.com >> www.composite-arf.com >> >> No virus found in this outgoing message. >> Checked by AVG. >> Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1680 - Release Date: 9/19/2008 >> 8:25 AM >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> NSRCA-discussion mailing list >> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org >> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion >> > > No virus found in this incoming message. > Checked by AVG. > Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1680 - Release Date: 9/19/2008 > 8:25 AM > > No virus found in this outgoing message. > Checked by AVG. > Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1680 - Release Date: 9/19/2008 > 8:25 AM > > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Ed Alt Sent: Friday, September 19, 2008 8:40 PM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Masters call sheet in Excel Try this Uncle JAS ----- Original Message ----- From: "JShulman" To: "General pattern discussion" Sent: Friday, September 19, 2008 7:27 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Masters call sheet in Excel > Thanks Pete... but do you have the 09...lol. > > Regards, > Jason > www.jasonshulman.com > www.shulmanaviation.com > www.composite-arf.com > > > -----Original Message----- > From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org > [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Pete Cosky > Sent: Friday, September 19, 2008 8:20 PM > To: General pattern discussion > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Masters call sheet in Excel > > > Here ya go > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "JShulman" > To: "NSRCA" > Sent: Friday, September 19, 2008 8:11 PM > Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Masters call sheet in Excel > > >> Anyone have an Excel file for the 09 Masters pattern? >> >> Regards, >> Jason >> www.jasonshulman.com >> www.shulmanaviation.com >> www.composite-arf.com >> >> No virus found in this outgoing message. >> Checked by AVG. >> Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1680 - Release Date: 9/19/2008 >> 8:25 AM >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> NSRCA-discussion mailing list >> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org >> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion >> > > No virus found in this incoming message. > Checked by AVG. > Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1680 - Release Date: 9/19/2008 > 8:25 AM > > No virus found in this outgoing message. > Checked by AVG. > Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1680 - Release Date: 9/19/2008 > 8:25 AM > > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > No virus found in this incoming message. 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Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1680 - Release Date: 9/19/2008 8:25 AM From KTHOMPSON56 at satx.rr.com Fri Sep 19 17:00:46 2008 From: KTHOMPSON56 at satx.rr.com (Ken Thompson) Date: Sat, 20 Sep 2008 01:00:46 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Masters call sheet in Excel References: Message-ID: <000401c91abd$14a68bd0$0200a8c0@kencopepere> Shoot Jason, babysitting after being taught is tough!! ----- Original Message ----- From: "JShulman" To: "General pattern discussion" Sent: Friday, September 19, 2008 7:50 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Masters call sheet in Excel > Awesome, thanks... and babysitting without having been "taught" is really > tough. > > Regards, > Jason > www.jasonshulman.com > www.shulmanaviation.com > www.composite-arf.com > > > -----Original Message----- > From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org > [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Ed Alt > Sent: Friday, September 19, 2008 8:40 PM > To: General pattern discussion > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Masters call sheet in Excel > > > Try this Uncle JAS > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "JShulman" > To: "General pattern discussion" > Sent: Friday, September 19, 2008 7:27 PM > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Masters call sheet in Excel > > >> Thanks Pete... but do you have the 09...lol. >> >> Regards, >> Jason >> www.jasonshulman.com >> www.shulmanaviation.com >> www.composite-arf.com >> >> >> -----Original Message----- >> From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org >> [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Pete Cosky >> Sent: Friday, September 19, 2008 8:20 PM >> To: General pattern discussion >> Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Masters call sheet in Excel >> >> >> Here ya go >> >> ----- Original Message ----- >> From: "JShulman" >> To: "NSRCA" >> Sent: Friday, September 19, 2008 8:11 PM >> Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Masters call sheet in Excel >> >> >>> Anyone have an Excel file for the 09 Masters pattern? >>> >>> Regards, >>> Jason >>> www.jasonshulman.com >>> www.shulmanaviation.com >>> www.composite-arf.com >>> >>> No virus found in this outgoing message. >>> Checked by AVG. >>> Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1680 - Release Date: >>> 9/19/2008 >>> 8:25 AM >>> >>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> NSRCA-discussion mailing list >>> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org >>> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion >>> >> >> No virus found in this incoming message. >> Checked by AVG. >> Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1680 - Release Date: 9/19/2008 >> 8:25 AM >> >> No virus found in this outgoing message. >> Checked by AVG. >> Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1680 - Release Date: 9/19/2008 >> 8:25 AM >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> NSRCA-discussion mailing list >> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org >> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion >> > > No virus found in this incoming message. > Checked by AVG. > Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1680 - Release Date: 9/19/2008 > 8:25 AM > > No virus found in this outgoing message. > Checked by AVG. > Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1680 - Release Date: 9/19/2008 > 8:25 AM > > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From pcosky at comcast.net Fri Sep 19 17:03:11 2008 From: pcosky at comcast.net (Pete Cosky) Date: Sat, 20 Sep 2008 01:03:11 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Masters call sheet in Excel References: Message-ID: <003f01c91abc$a40a92e0$28440a0a@usa.ccu.clearchannel.com> Sent it to you at cox.net ----- Original Message ----- From: "JShulman" To: "General pattern discussion" Sent: Friday, September 19, 2008 8:27 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Masters call sheet in Excel > Thanks Pete... but do you have the 09...lol. > > Regards, > Jason > www.jasonshulman.com > www.shulmanaviation.com > www.composite-arf.com > > > -----Original Message----- > From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org > [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Pete Cosky > Sent: Friday, September 19, 2008 8:20 PM > To: General pattern discussion > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Masters call sheet in Excel > > > Here ya go > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "JShulman" > To: "NSRCA" > Sent: Friday, September 19, 2008 8:11 PM > Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Masters call sheet in Excel > > >> Anyone have an Excel file for the 09 Masters pattern? >> >> Regards, >> Jason >> www.jasonshulman.com >> www.shulmanaviation.com >> www.composite-arf.com >> >> No virus found in this outgoing message. >> Checked by AVG. >> Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1680 - Release Date: 9/19/2008 >> 8:25 AM >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> NSRCA-discussion mailing list >> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org >> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion >> > > No virus found in this incoming message. > Checked by AVG. > Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1680 - Release Date: 9/19/2008 > 8:25 AM > > No virus found in this outgoing message. > Checked by AVG. > Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1680 - Release Date: 9/19/2008 > 8:25 AM > > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > From jshulman at cfl.rr.com Fri Sep 19 17:14:46 2008 From: jshulman at cfl.rr.com (JShulman) Date: Sat, 20 Sep 2008 01:14:46 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] D3 Masters Pilots Message-ID: Let me know who you are please (if you're not listed). I've got a few... Dave Stodart Joe Walker Humberto Pomales Steve Homenda Mike Constantine Mike Hester Emory Schroeter Erik Newsholme John Fuqua Ron Van Putte Man... With all these pilots... I might have to join them. Looks like more fun than 3 or 4 of us in FAI :( When are some of you sandbaggers coming to play in FAI? Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1680 - Release Date: 9/19/2008 8:25 AM From vanputte at cox.net Fri Sep 19 19:14:29 2008 From: vanputte at cox.net (Ron Van Putte) Date: Sat, 20 Sep 2008 03:14:29 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Masters call sheet in Excel In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Jason - Talk to me at Jacksonville. I'm a father of three and a grandfather of seven. I'm babysitting two of them by myself tomorrow and tomorrow night. Ron VP On Sep 19, 2008, at 7:50 PM, JShulman wrote: > Awesome, thanks... and babysitting without having been "taught" is > really tough. > > Regards, > Jason > www.jasonshulman.com > www.shulmanaviation.com > www.composite-arf.com > > > -----Original Message----- > From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org > [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Ed Alt > Sent: Friday, September 19, 2008 8:40 PM > To: General pattern discussion > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Masters call sheet in Excel > > > Try this Uncle JAS > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "JShulman" > To: "General pattern discussion" > Sent: Friday, September 19, 2008 7:27 PM > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Masters call sheet in Excel > > >> Thanks Pete... but do you have the 09...lol. >> >> Regards, >> Jason >> www.jasonshulman.com >> www.shulmanaviation.com >> www.composite-arf.com >> >> >> -----Original Message----- >> From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org >> [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Pete >> Cosky >> Sent: Friday, September 19, 2008 8:20 PM >> To: General pattern discussion >> Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Masters call sheet in Excel >> >> >> Here ya go >> >> ----- Original Message ----- >> From: "JShulman" >> To: "NSRCA" >> Sent: Friday, September 19, 2008 8:11 PM >> Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Masters call sheet in Excel >> >> >>> Anyone have an Excel file for the 09 Masters pattern? >>> >>> Regards, >>> Jason >>> www.jasonshulman.com >>> www.shulmanaviation.com >>> www.composite-arf.com >>> >>> No virus found in this outgoing message. >>> Checked by AVG. >>> Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1680 - Release Date: >>> 9/19/2008 >>> 8:25 AM >>> >>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> NSRCA-discussion mailing list >>> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org >>> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion >>> >> >> No virus found in this incoming message. >> Checked by AVG. >> Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1680 - Release Date: >> 9/19/2008 >> 8:25 AM >> >> No virus found in this outgoing message. >> Checked by AVG. >> Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1680 - Release Date: >> 9/19/2008 >> 8:25 AM >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> NSRCA-discussion mailing list >> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org >> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion >> > > No virus found in this incoming message. > Checked by AVG. > Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1680 - Release Date: > 9/19/2008 8:25 AM > > No virus found in this outgoing message. > Checked by AVG. > Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1680 - Release Date: > 9/19/2008 8:25 AM > > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From vanputte at cox.net Fri Sep 19 19:17:54 2008 From: vanputte at cox.net (Ron Van Putte) Date: Sat, 20 Sep 2008 03:17:54 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] D3 Masters Pilots In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Everette Carpenter, and Ken Blackwell. Ron VP On Sep 19, 2008, at 8:15 PM, JShulman wrote: > Let me know who you are please (if you're not listed). I've got a > few... > > Dave Stodart > Joe Walker > Humberto Pomales > Steve Homenda > Mike Constantine > Mike Hester > Emory Schroeter > Erik Newsholme > John Fuqua > Ron Van Putte > > Man... With all these pilots... I might have to join them. Looks > like more fun than 3 or 4 of us in FAI :( When are some of you > sandbaggers coming to play in FAI? > > Regards, > Jason > www.jasonshulman.com > www.shulmanaviation.com > www.composite-arf.com > > No virus found in this outgoing message. > Checked by AVG. > Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1680 - Release Date: > 9/19/2008 8:25 AM > > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From derekkoopowitz at gmail.com Fri Sep 19 19:42:41 2008 From: derekkoopowitz at gmail.com (Derek Koopowitz) Date: Sat, 20 Sep 2008 03:42:41 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Bolly gear In-Reply-To: <559360.10449.qm@web33005.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <559360.10449.qm@web33005.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Try Maureen Dunphy at PAC. http://www.pac-rc.com/ _____ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of krishlan fitzsimmons Sent: Friday, September 19, 2008 3:39 PM To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Bolly gear Does anyone know who has the F3A long gear in stock? Radio South is the last place I have thought of besides the usuals, but it's almost bedtime on that side of the country. lol Chris -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From derekkoopowitz at gmail.com Fri Sep 19 19:44:27 2008 From: derekkoopowitz at gmail.com (Derek Koopowitz) Date: Sat, 20 Sep 2008 03:44:27 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] D3 Masters Pilots In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: At the last D7 contest this past weekend there were 11 FAI pilots and 9 in Masters - total of 35 overall. -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of JShulman Sent: Friday, September 19, 2008 6:16 PM To: NSRCA Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] D3 Masters Pilots Let me know who you are please (if you're not listed). I've got a few... Dave Stodart Joe Walker Humberto Pomales Steve Homenda Mike Constantine Mike Hester Emory Schroeter Erik Newsholme John Fuqua Ron Van Putte Man... With all these pilots... I might have to join them. Looks like more fun than 3 or 4 of us in FAI :( When are some of you sandbaggers coming to play in FAI? Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1680 - Release Date: 9/19/2008 8:25 AM _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From jonlowe at aol.com Fri Sep 19 20:11:59 2008 From: jonlowe at aol.com (Jon Lowe) Date: Sat, 20 Sep 2008 04:11:59 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] D3 Masters Pilots In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <8CAE8EE1F6F28AF-EFC-159F@webmail-de03.sysops.aol.com> Next year, unfortunately, me. Jon Lowe -----Original Message----- From: JShulman To: NSRCA Sent: Fri, 19 Sep 2008 8:15 pm Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] D3 Masters Pilots Let me know who you are please (if you're not listed). I've got a few... Dave Stodart Joe Walker Humberto Pomales Steve Homenda Mike Constantine Mike Hester Emory Schroeter Erik Newsholme John Fuqua Ron Van Putte Man... With all these pilots... I might have to join them. Looks like more fun than 3 or 4 of us in FAI :( When are some of you sandbaggers coming to play in FAI? Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1680 - Release Date: 9/19/2008 8:25 AM _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From grcourtney at tva.gov Sat Sep 20 02:44:28 2008 From: grcourtney at tva.gov (Courtney, Gary Ray) Date: Sat, 20 Sep 2008 10:44:28 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] D3 Masters Pilots In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Jason I'll come play just as soon as I figure out what the left stick is for!!!! LOL gary -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of JShulman Sent: Friday, September 19, 2008 8:16 PM To: NSRCA Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] D3 Masters Pilots Let me know who you are please (if you're not listed). I've got a few... Dave Stodart Joe Walker Humberto Pomales Steve Homenda Mike Constantine Mike Hester Emory Schroeter Erik Newsholme John Fuqua Ron Van Putte Man... With all these pilots... I might have to join them. Looks like more fun than 3 or 4 of us in FAI :( When are some of you sandbaggers coming to play in FAI? Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1680 - Release Date: 9/19/2008 8:25 AM _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From tony at radiosouthrc.com Sat Sep 20 06:11:22 2008 From: tony at radiosouthrc.com (Tony) Date: Sat, 20 Sep 2008 14:11:22 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Dist 6 -- Jetero RC Club Ike damage In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: I hope the club contact AMA HQ for some funds to help get the field safe and flyable again. You sure can't be safe with all that debris!!! $500 is not a lot, but it is designed to get the club started. Tony Stillman, President Radio South, Inc. 139 Altama Connector, Box 322 Brunswick, GA 31525 1-800-962-7802 www.radiosouthrc.com _____ From: Glen Watson [mailto:ghwatson at comcast.net] Sent: Friday, September 19, 2008 10:24 AM To: 'General pattern discussion' Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Dist 6 -- Jetero RC Club Ike damage All I can say is wow, see the pics in the below listed link of the Jetero RC Club's pavilion as a result of Hurricane Ike. Many outstanding pattern meets have been hosted there. I for one am hopeful the club will rebuilt and carry on its pattern tradition. http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7968512 Regards, Glen Watson http://glenwatson.blogspot.com/ http://www.geocities.com/rcprecision/pah.html -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jshulman at cfl.rr.com Sat Sep 20 07:38:34 2008 From: jshulman at cfl.rr.com (JShulman) Date: Sat, 20 Sep 2008 15:38:34 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Silicone/RTV chatter Message-ID: There was a quick discussion about this a couple weeks ago, but I wasn't paying attention. If I wanted to keep some wires separated from one another, what would I use... clear silicone or RTV? Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1682 - Release Date: 9/20/2008 10:24 AM From lightfoot at sc.rr.com Sat Sep 20 08:06:35 2008 From: lightfoot at sc.rr.com (Jay Marshall) Date: Sat, 20 Sep 2008 16:06:35 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Silicone/RTV chatter In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <6307632081764A35B9773723D3F67EFF@jaysdesktop> If the wires are insulated then either would be OK. If there is ANY metal contact then get an electrical silicone (no acid) from Radio Shack. Jay Marshall -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of JShulman Sent: Saturday, September 20, 2008 11:40 AM To: NSRCA Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Silicone/RTV chatter There was a quick discussion about this a couple weeks ago, but I wasn't paying attention. If I wanted to keep some wires separated from one another, what would I use... clear silicone or RTV? Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1682 - Release Date: 9/20/2008 10:24 AM _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From jshulman at cfl.rr.com Sat Sep 20 08:12:57 2008 From: jshulman at cfl.rr.com (JShulman) Date: Sat, 20 Sep 2008 16:12:57 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Silicone/RTV chatter In-Reply-To: <6307632081764A35B9773723D3F67EFF@jaysdesktop> Message-ID: Jay, Is there a difference between electrical silicone and regular silicone (Home Depot)? It will be on metal connectors. Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Jay Marshall Sent: Saturday, September 20, 2008 12:06 PM To: 'General pattern discussion' Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Silicone/RTV chatter If the wires are insulated then either would be OK. If there is ANY metal contact then get an electrical silicone (no acid) from Radio Shack. Jay Marshall -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of JShulman Sent: Saturday, September 20, 2008 11:40 AM To: NSRCA Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Silicone/RTV chatter There was a quick discussion about this a couple weeks ago, but I wasn't paying attention. If I wanted to keep some wires separated from one another, what would I use... clear silicone or RTV? Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1682 - Release Date: 9/20/2008 10:24 AM _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1682 - Release Date: 9/20/2008 10:24 AM No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1682 - Release Date: 9/20/2008 10:24 AM From lightfoot at sc.rr.com Sat Sep 20 09:35:16 2008 From: lightfoot at sc.rr.com (Jay Marshall) Date: Sat, 20 Sep 2008 17:35:16 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Silicone/RTV chatter In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <791DDA513DBA490B869AF3582260182E@jaysdesktop> Yep. The type used for electrical (metal wires, etc.) has a different curing agent which won't corrode the metal it comes in contact. HD may carry both - I don't know. I used to use it extensively in electronics. We also had a big expensive product recall before we found out the difference - a year later. Jay Marshall -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of JShulman Sent: Saturday, September 20, 2008 12:14 PM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Silicone/RTV chatter Jay, Is there a difference between electrical silicone and regular silicone (Home Depot)? It will be on metal connectors. Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Jay Marshall Sent: Saturday, September 20, 2008 12:06 PM To: 'General pattern discussion' Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Silicone/RTV chatter If the wires are insulated then either would be OK. If there is ANY metal contact then get an electrical silicone (no acid) from Radio Shack. Jay Marshall -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of JShulman Sent: Saturday, September 20, 2008 11:40 AM To: NSRCA Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Silicone/RTV chatter There was a quick discussion about this a couple weeks ago, but I wasn't paying attention. If I wanted to keep some wires separated from one another, what would I use... clear silicone or RTV? Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1682 - Release Date: 9/20/2008 10:24 AM _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1682 - Release Date: 9/20/2008 10:24 AM No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1682 - Release Date: 9/20/2008 10:24 AM _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From jshulman at cfl.rr.com Sat Sep 20 09:51:59 2008 From: jshulman at cfl.rr.com (JShulman) Date: Sat, 20 Sep 2008 17:51:59 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Silicone/RTV chatter In-Reply-To: <791DDA513DBA490B869AF3582260182E@jaysdesktop> Message-ID: Thanks Jay. I'll pick some up on my way back from the field. Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Jay Marshall Sent: Saturday, September 20, 2008 1:35 PM To: 'General pattern discussion' Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Silicone/RTV chatter Yep. The type used for electrical (metal wires, etc.) has a different curing agent which won't corrode the metal it comes in contact. HD may carry both - I don't know. I used to use it extensively in electronics. We also had a big expensive product recall before we found out the difference - a year later. Jay Marshall -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of JShulman Sent: Saturday, September 20, 2008 12:14 PM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Silicone/RTV chatter Jay, Is there a difference between electrical silicone and regular silicone (Home Depot)? It will be on metal connectors. Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Jay Marshall Sent: Saturday, September 20, 2008 12:06 PM To: 'General pattern discussion' Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Silicone/RTV chatter If the wires are insulated then either would be OK. If there is ANY metal contact then get an electrical silicone (no acid) from Radio Shack. Jay Marshall -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of JShulman Sent: Saturday, September 20, 2008 11:40 AM To: NSRCA Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Silicone/RTV chatter There was a quick discussion about this a couple weeks ago, but I wasn't paying attention. If I wanted to keep some wires separated from one another, what would I use... clear silicone or RTV? Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1682 - Release Date: 9/20/2008 10:24 AM _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1682 - Release Date: 9/20/2008 10:24 AM No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1682 - Release Date: 9/20/2008 10:24 AM _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1682 - Release Date: 9/20/2008 10:24 AM No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1682 - Release Date: 9/20/2008 10:24 AM From vanputte at cox.net Sat Sep 20 11:17:26 2008 From: vanputte at cox.net (Ron Van Putte) Date: Sat, 20 Sep 2008 19:17:26 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Silicone/RTV chatter In-Reply-To: <791DDA513DBA490B869AF3582260182E@jaysdesktop> References: <791DDA513DBA490B869AF3582260182E@jaysdesktop> Message-ID: Walmart, Home Depot, Lowe's and some of the other retailers sell different types of GOOP silicone in tubes for various uses, like running shoes, plumbing and electronics. Ron VP On Sep 20, 2008, at 12:34 PM, Jay Marshall wrote: > Yep. The type used for electrical (metal wires, etc.) has a > different curing > agent which won't corrode the metal it comes in contact. HD may > carry both - > I don't know. I used to use it extensively in electronics. We also > had a big > expensive product recall before we found out the difference - a > year later. > > Jay Marshall > > -----Original Message----- > From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org > [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of > JShulman > Sent: Saturday, September 20, 2008 12:14 PM > To: General pattern discussion > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Silicone/RTV chatter > > Jay, > > Is there a difference between electrical silicone and regular > silicone (Home > Depot)? It will be on metal connectors. > > Regards, > Jason > www.jasonshulman.com > www.shulmanaviation.com > www.composite-arf.com > > > -----Original Message----- > From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org > [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Jay > Marshall > Sent: Saturday, September 20, 2008 12:06 PM > To: 'General pattern discussion' > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Silicone/RTV chatter > > > If the wires are insulated then either would be OK. If there is ANY > metal > contact then get an electrical silicone (no acid) from Radio Shack. > > Jay Marshall > > -----Original Message----- > From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org > [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of > JShulman > Sent: Saturday, September 20, 2008 11:40 AM > To: NSRCA > Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Silicone/RTV chatter > > There was a quick discussion about this a couple weeks ago, but I > wasn't > paying attention. If I wanted to keep some wires separated > from one another, what would I use... clear silicone or RTV? > > Regards, > Jason > www.jasonshulman.com > www.shulmanaviation.com > www.composite-arf.com > > No virus found in this outgoing message. > Checked by AVG. > Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1682 - Release Date: > 9/20/2008 > 10:24 AM > > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > No virus found in this incoming message. > Checked by AVG. > Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1682 - Release Date: > 9/20/2008 > 10:24 AM > > No virus found in this outgoing message. > Checked by AVG. > Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1682 - Release Date: > 9/20/2008 > 10:24 AM > > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From gene.maurice at sgmservice.com Sun Sep 21 16:20:16 2008 From: gene.maurice at sgmservice.com (Gene Maurice) Date: Mon, 22 Sep 2008 00:20:16 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] 24th North Dallas Patter Classic Results Message-ID: <000301c91c48$fd119220$f734b660$@maurice@sgmservice.com> Sportsman Lindholm, Tom 1 3990.243 Strachan, Brian 2 3981.627 Knotts, Ken 3 3662.566 Intermidiate Tipton, Tim 1 4000 Shepherd, Glen 2 3902.125 Valls, Edward 3 3682.859 Small, Russell 4 3654.227 Bartolucci, Bill 5 2121.799 Advanced Lewis, Richard 1 4000 Ford, Steve 2 3946.313 Dolzine, Dave 3 3877.093 Masters Young, Brian 1 3986.789 Hunt, Mark 2 3948.881 Van Nostrand, Lance 3 3946.927 Ramsey, Donald 4 3911.468 Black, Keith 5 3888.243 Byrd, Stephen 6 3826.51 Harmon, David 7 3343.766 FAI Cunningham, Bill 1 3995 Haury, Earl 2 3917.662 Harrison, Michael 3 3874.846 Wagner, Art 4 3777.722 Bouchard, Andre 5 3764.234 Byrd, Rick 6 3011.802 Gene Maurice Plano, TX AMA 3408 NSRCA 877 PACSS.sgmservice.com gene.maurice at sgmservice.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Brian ----- Original Message ---- From: Gene Maurice To: General pattern discussion Sent: Sunday, September 21, 2008 7:20:15 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] 24th North Dallas Patter Classic Results Sportsman Lindholm, Tom???????????????????????????????????? 1 3990.243 Strachan, Brian?????????????????????????????????? 2 3981.627 Knotts, Ken????? ????????????????????????????????? 3 3662.566 Intermidiate Tipton, Tim?????????????????????????????????????? 1 4000 Shepherd, Glen??????????????????????????????????? 2 3902.125 Valls, Edward????????????????????????????? ??????? 3 3682.859 Small, Russell??????????????????????????????????? 4 3654.227 Bartolucci, Bill????????????????????????????????? 5 2121.799 Advanced Lewis, Richard??????????????????????????????????? 1 4000 Ford, Steve?????????????????????????????????????? 2 3946.313 Dolzine, Dave???????????????????????????????????? 3 3877.093 Masters Young, Brian????????????????????????????????????? 1 3986.789 Hunt, Mark???????????????? ??????????????????????? 2 3948.881 Van Nostrand, Lance?????????????????????????????? 3 3946.927 Ramsey, Donald??????????????????????????????????? 4 3911.468 Black, Keith????????????????????????????????????? 5 3888.243 Byrd, Stephen???????????????????????????????????? 6 3826.51 Harmon, David???????????????????????????????????? 7 3343.766 FAI Cunningham, Bill????????????????????????????????? 1 3995 Haury, Earl???????????????????????? ?????????????? 2 3917.662 Harrison, Michael???????????????????????????????? 3 3874.846 Wagner, Art?????????????????????????????????????? 4 3777.722 Bouchard, Andre?????????????????????????????????? 5 3764.234 Byrd, Rick????? ?????????????????????????????????? 6 3011.802 ? ? Gene Maurice Plano, TX AMA 3408 NSRCA 877 PACSS.sgmservice.com gene.maurice at sgmservice.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From steveandlaurel at valornet.com Sun Sep 21 18:13:33 2008 From: steveandlaurel at valornet.com (Steve Ford) Date: Mon, 22 Sep 2008 02:13:33 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] 24th North Dallas Patter Classic Results References: <000301c91c48$fd119220$f734b660$@maurice@sgmservice.com> Message-ID: <7E3251F8C25C499883423DBD977C8859@Home> Thanks to Gene and the North Dallas club. We had a great time and will be sure to make it again next year. Steve Ford ----- Original Message ----- From: Gene Maurice To: 'General pattern discussion' Sent: Sunday, September 21, 2008 7:20 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] 24th North Dallas Patter Classic Results Sportsman Lindholm, Tom 1 3990.243 Strachan, Brian 2 3981.627 Knotts, Ken 3 3662.566 Intermidiate Tipton, Tim 1 4000 Shepherd, Glen 2 3902.125 Valls, Edward 3 3682.859 Small, Russell 4 3654.227 Bartolucci, Bill 5 2121.799 Advanced Lewis, Richard 1 4000 Ford, Steve 2 3946.313 Dolzine, Dave 3 3877.093 Masters Young, Brian 1 3986.789 Hunt, Mark 2 3948.881 Van Nostrand, Lance 3 3946.927 Ramsey, Donald 4 3911.468 Black, Keith 5 3888.243 Byrd, Stephen 6 3826.51 Harmon, David 7 3343.766 FAI Cunningham, Bill 1 3995 Haury, Earl 2 3917.662 Harrison, Michael 3 3874.846 Wagner, Art 4 3777.722 Bouchard, Andre 5 3764.234 Byrd, Rick 6 3011.802 Gene Maurice Plano, TX AMA 3408 NSRCA 877 PACSS.sgmservice.com gene.maurice at sgmservice.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ No virus found in this incoming message. 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Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com -----Original Message----- From: Matthew Liprie (MLiprie) @ NSRCA [mailto:webmaster at nsrca.org] Sent: Sunday, September 21, 2008 8:42 PM To: jshulman at cfl.rr.com Subject: Integral ------ NOTE: ------ This is a message from Matthew Liprie (MLiprie) at NSRCA ( http://www.nsrca.us ). This user did not see your email address. If you reply the recipient will have your email address. When replying, please check carefully that the email address of Matthew Liprie (MLiprie) is webmaster at nsrca.org. NSRCA owners cannot accept any responsibility for the contents of the email and of user email addresses. ------ Message from Matthew Liprie (MLiprie) to you: ------ Jason, this is Matthew Liprie. I believe you are a 2nd salesman for the Integrals. How much would you sale me one for? Thanks, Matthew Liprie No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1683 - Release Date: 9/21/2008 10:10 AM No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1683 - Release Date: 9/21/2008 10:10 AM _______________________________________________ NSRCA-webteam mailing list NSRCA-webteam at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-webteam From mups1953 at yahoo.com Mon Sep 22 05:57:00 2008 From: mups1953 at yahoo.com (mike mueller) Date: Mon, 22 Sep 2008 13:57:00 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] D4 Championships and the 2008 season Message-ID: <544946.43099.qm@web51006.mail.re2.yahoo.com> ?Thanks to all who hosted and participated the contest this weekend. It may very well have been the best weekend contest I've ever been to. ?Weather, food, extremely tough competition, guys from long distances, 32 flyers?who came ready to compete hard,?great food, adult beverages with Bobby Satalino, casino night ( we won!!!!)?on Friday and more adult beverages with Bobby,?awesome night flying and pyro show. It all made for a truly?unforgettable?experience. ?Thanks Mark Atwood, Bob Pannell, Dave Johnstone, Ray Morton, Amy and all the others for having us. ?Funny thing happened on Saturday evening during the fireworks. I looked behind the?pits?and the parking area was full of cars. Seems that the locals know that the festivity's are a blast to watch and there coming in numbers. ?I was impressed with the way the flight lines flowed and we got in all 6 rounds without a hitch. It says a lot about how responsible and ready?the flyers were. ?All in all a nice way to closeout the area's contests for this year. ?When 2008 started off I suspected it to be a down year for pattern due to a myriad of reasons and it turned out to be one of the best years. Pattern is alive and well here in the Midwest. Mike Mueller ? -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From patternrules at yahoo.com Mon Sep 22 06:04:46 2008 From: patternrules at yahoo.com (Steven Maxwell) Date: Mon, 22 Sep 2008 14:04:46 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] D4 Championships and the 2008 season Message-ID: <495005.53882.qm@web58404.mail.re3.yahoo.com> ?Mike It was great seeing everyone, and always a good time at Championships with the Chicago Mafia always makes a better contest. Is final standing posted anywhere. ?Steve Maxwell --- On Mon, 9/22/08, mike mueller wrote: From: mike mueller Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] D4 Championships and the 2008 season To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Date: Monday, September 22, 2008, 9:56 AM ?Thanks to all who hosted and participated the contest this weekend. It may very well have been the best weekend contest I've ever been to. ?Weather, food, extremely tough competition, guys from long distances, 32 flyers?who came ready to compete hard,?great food, adult beverages with Bobby Satalino, casino night ( we won!!!!)?on Friday and more adult beverages with Bobby,?awesome night flying and pyro show. It all made for a truly?unforgettable?experience. ?Thanks Mark Atwood, Bob Pannell, Dave Johnstone, Ray Morton, Amy and all the others for having us. ?Funny thing happened on Saturday evening during the fireworks. I looked behind the?pits?and the parking area was full of cars. Seems that the locals know that the festivity's are a blast to watch and there coming in numbers. ?I was impressed with the way the flight lines flowed and we got in all 6 rounds without a hitch. It says a lot about how responsible and ready?the flyers were. ?All in all a nice way to closeout the area's contests for this year. ?When 2008 started off I suspected it to be a down year for pattern due to a myriad of reasons and it turned out to be one of the best years. Pattern is alive and well here in the Midwest. Mike Mueller ? _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From getterflash at yahoo.com Mon Sep 22 06:38:43 2008 From: getterflash at yahoo.com (Bob Kane) Date: Mon, 22 Sep 2008 14:38:43 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] 2009 Masters sequence Message-ID: <802228.1224.qm@web36706.mail.mud.yahoo.com> I have a calling card for the new 2009/2010 Masters sequence. This has probably already been answered, but is there a maneuver description out there somewhere? Thanks. Bob Kane getterflash at yahoo.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From schale at optonline.net Mon Sep 22 06:57:13 2008 From: schale at optonline.net (Stuart Chale) Date: Mon, 22 Sep 2008 14:57:13 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] 2009 Masters sequence In-Reply-To: <802228.1224.qm@web36706.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <802228.1224.qm@web36706.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <48D7B238.9070702@optonline.net> An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From getterflash at yahoo.com Mon Sep 22 07:09:01 2008 From: getterflash at yahoo.com (Bob Kane) Date: Mon, 22 Sep 2008 15:09:01 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] 2009 Masters sequence Message-ID: <357837.15230.qm@web36708.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Great, thanks. Bob Kane getterflash at yahoo.com ----- Original Message ---- From: Stuart Chale To: General pattern discussion Sent: Monday, September 22, 2008 10:56:56 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] 2009 Masters sequence try this. http://www.modelaircraft.org/events/ruleproposals/rcaerobatics.aspx Stuart C Bob Kane wrote: I have a calling card for the new 2009/2010 Masters sequence. This has probably already been answered, but is there a maneuver description out there somewhere? Thanks. 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URL: From cahochhalter at yahoo.com Mon Sep 22 09:14:20 2008 From: cahochhalter at yahoo.com (Charles Hochhalter) Date: Mon, 22 Sep 2008 17:14:20 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] JR 10X conversion to LiPo In-Reply-To: <092220081556.17659.48D7C0250009766A000044FB22165279660C9D0A9B020A0C0790@comcast.net> Message-ID: <919850.20028.qm@web83204.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Keith Black did this conversion and posted it on www.2dogrc.com website for their lipo transmitter offering. ? Good Luck... let me know if you cant find it. ? Chuck Hochhalter Team 2DogRC --- On Mon, 9/22/08, vicenterc at comcast.net wrote: From: vicenterc at comcast.net Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] JR 10X conversion to LiPo To: "NSRCA NSRCA" Date: Monday, September 22, 2008, 3:56 PM Has anyone done the conversion? ? Thanks, ? -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone_______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From tkeithblack at gmail.com Mon Sep 22 10:46:52 2008 From: tkeithblack at gmail.com (Keith Black) Date: Mon, 22 Sep 2008 18:46:52 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] JR 10X conversion to LiPo In-Reply-To: <919850.20028.qm@web83204.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <919850.20028.qm@web83204.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <8B0F505EC297422E8DF0131A942CABCA@OfficePC> After further consideration I went back to NiCad batteries. JR recommends against this due to the higher voltage AND I had a synthesized RX module go bad while I was using the LiPo's. That being said, I used the standard non-synth modules for about two years with this setup. Keith ----- Original Message ----- From: Charles Hochhalter To: General pattern discussion Sent: Monday, September 22, 2008 12:14 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] JR 10X conversion to LiPo Keith Black did this conversion and posted it on www.2dogrc.com website for their lipo transmitter offering. Good Luck... let me know if you cant find it. Chuck Hochhalter Team 2DogRC --- On Mon, 9/22/08, vicenterc at comcast.net wrote: From: vicenterc at comcast.net Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] JR 10X conversion to LiPo To: "NSRCA NSRCA" Date: Monday, September 22, 2008, 3:56 PM Has anyone done the conversion? 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URL: From glmiller3 at suddenlink.net Mon Sep 22 11:04:37 2008 From: glmiller3 at suddenlink.net (glmiller3 at suddenlink.net) Date: Mon, 22 Sep 2008 19:04:37 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] JR 10X conversion to LiPo In-Reply-To: <8B0F505EC297422E8DF0131A942CABCA@OfficePC> References: <919850.20028.qm@web83204.mail.mud.yahoo.com><8B0F505EC297422E8DF0131A942CABCA@OfficePC> Message-ID: <958755346-1222110273-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-899875861-@bxe245.bisx.prod.on.blackberry> Flightpower makes a tx lipo pack with voltage step down incorporated. I have one in my 9303 but have kept the stock nicads in my 12Xm G Sent from my BlackBerry? wireless device -----Original Message----- From: "Keith Black" Date: Mon, 22 Sep 2008 13:20:34 To: ; General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] JR 10X conversion to LiPo _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From ahrensw at charter.net Mon Sep 22 13:19:35 2008 From: ahrensw at charter.net (Bill Ahrens) Date: Mon, 22 Sep 2008 21:19:35 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] D4 Championships and the 2008 season In-Reply-To: <544946.43099.qm@web51006.mail.re2.yahoo.com> References: <544946.43099.qm@web51006.mail.re2.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <3C7E1AEA1AA4450C87BFCAFB995498E4@Basement> I agree, It by far was the best contest I had attended, Friday I had a problem with my plane, Ray Morton did not hesitate and volunteered his workshop to work on my plane, and we where competing against each other the next day. I saw some of the best flying and yes Arch's last landing is one I will remember, that was some flying and staying cool!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! _____ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of mike mueller Sent: Monday, September 22, 2008 8:57 AM To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] D4 Championships and the 2008 season Thanks to all who hosted and participated the contest this weekend. It may very well have been the best weekend contest I've ever been to. Weather, food, extremely tough competition, guys from long distances, 32 flyers who came ready to compete hard, great food, adult beverages with Bobby Satalino, casino night ( we won!!!!) on Friday and more adult beverages with Bobby, awesome night flying and pyro show. It all made for a truly unforgettable experience. Thanks Mark Atwood, Bob Pannell, Dave Johnstone, Ray Morton, Amy and all the others for having us. Funny thing happened on Saturday evening during the fireworks. I looked behind the pits and the parking area was full of cars. Seems that the locals know that the festivity's are a blast to watch and there coming in numbers. I was impressed with the way the flight lines flowed and we got in all 6 rounds without a hitch. It says a lot about how responsible and ready the flyers were. All in all a nice way to closeout the area's contests for this year. When 2008 started off I suspected it to be a down year for pattern due to a myriad of reasons and it turned out to be one of the best years. Pattern is alive and well here in the Midwest. Mike Mueller -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jonlowe at aol.com Mon Sep 22 15:01:07 2008 From: jonlowe at aol.com (Jon Lowe) Date: Mon, 22 Sep 2008 23:01:07 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] JR 10X conversion to LiPo In-Reply-To: <8B0F505EC297422E8DF0131A942CABCA@OfficePC> References: <919850.20028.qm@web83204.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <8B0F505EC297422E8DF0131A942CABCA@OfficePC> Message-ID: <8CAEB1E29D27F8C-F08-1510@FWM-D45.sysops.aol.com> I use Sanyo 1650 MAH NiMh's in my two 10x's.? Last a long time (several days of practice), and I can fast charge them at the field?if I need to.? Got them from NoBS batteries.? They have instructions on their website on how to refill your existing cassette. I'm not sure?I understand the fascination with LiPo's in a transmitter.? I sure as heck wouldn't charge them without removing them. Jon Lowe -----Original Message----- From: Keith Black To: cahochhalter at yahoo.com; General pattern discussion Sent: Mon, 22 Sep 2008 1:20 pm Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] JR 10X conversion to LiPo After further consideration I went back to NiCad batteries. JR recommends against this due to the higher voltage AND I had a synthesized RX module go bad while I was using the LiPo's. That being said, I used the standard non-synth modules for about two years with this setup. ? Keith ----- Original Message ----- From: Charles Hochhalter To: General pattern discussion Sent: Monday, September 22, 2008 12:14 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] JR 10X conversion to LiPo Keith Black did this conversion and posted it on www.2dogrc.com website for their lipo transmitter offering. ? Good Luck... let me know if you cant find it. ? Chuck Hochhalter Team 2DogRC --- On Mon, 9/22/08, vicenterc at comcast.net wrote: From: vicenterc at comcast.net Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] JR 10X conversion to LiPo To: "NSRCA NSRCA" Date: Monday, September 22, 2008, 3:56 PM Has anyone done the conversion? ? Thanks, ? -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From ed_alt at hotmail.com Mon Sep 22 15:37:14 2008 From: ed_alt at hotmail.com (Ed Alt) Date: Mon, 22 Sep 2008 23:37:14 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] JR 10X conversion to LiPo References: <919850.20028.qm@web83204.mail.mud.yahoo.com><8B0F505EC297422E8DF0131A942CABCA@OfficePC> <958755346-1222110273-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-899875861-@bxe245.bisx.prod.on.blackberry> Message-ID: I thought about making a Tech Aero product to do this, but with a pair of packs for redundancy, and with dual regulators . The main thing that stopped me is that once you go this route, you aren't going to ever see the real battery voltage on your Tx display again, only the regulated output voltage. That leads to other issues about how to charge it, get status of both batteries out of the single charger inout. It can be done, but probably not worth the price. Ed ----- Original Message ----- From: To: "General pattern discussion" Sent: Monday, September 22, 2008 2:04 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] JR 10X conversion to LiPo Flightpower makes a tx lipo pack with voltage step down incorporated. I have one in my 9303 but have kept the stock nicads in my 12Xm G Sent from my BlackBerry? wireless device -----Original Message----- From: "Keith Black" Date: Mon, 22 Sep 2008 13:20:34 To: ; General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] JR 10X conversion to LiPo _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From TXF3A at entouch.net Mon Sep 22 15:51:28 2008 From: TXF3A at entouch.net (Andre Bouchard) Date: Mon, 22 Sep 2008 23:51:28 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] New/Never Used ThunderPower Extreme V2's for Sale Message-ID: <57.B1.05357.B7F28D84@mxo5.broadbandsupport.net> I have the following for sale: ThunderPower Extreme V2, Pair of 5S x 5000, New and fresh - no connectors installed. $500 including shipping in US. 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From: vicenterc at comcast.net Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] JR 10X conversion to LiPo Date: Mon, 22 Sep 2008 15:56:38 +0000 Size: 688 URL: From jerry at buddengineering.com Mon Sep 22 18:53:23 2008 From: jerry at buddengineering.com (Budd Engineering) Date: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 02:53:23 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] JR 10X conversion to LiPo In-Reply-To: <092220081556.17659.48D7C0250009766A000044FB22165279660C9D0A9B020A0C0790@comcast.net> References: <092220081556.17659.48D7C0250009766A000044FB22165279660C9D0A9B020A0C0790@comcast.net> Message-ID: <87C71B11-E1E4-48C3-AB92-8E51AFA00E8D@buddengineering.com> Yep, and I couldn't be happier. True R/C 2500 mAh LiPo's, $30 each, fits inside the 10X battery holder with a minor amount of trimming with the Dremel tool. I bought one set to try, liked it so well I bought another and converted the spare battery pack. That way I can charge them out of the transmitter (not that it matters, the charge rate is so low that the risk of a mishap is about the same as with NiCads or NiMh). I screwed around with a couple sets of NiMH's for the past several years, they were a total waste of time, the self discharge rate got to where I had to re-charge them if I didn't fly within a day or so of the previous charge The LiPo's peak up at 12.5 V, essentially the same voltage as a good set of NiCads, and discharge almost linearly, so it's easy to assess their state of discharge. http://home.comcast.net/~truerc/ready_pack/ready_packs.htm Thx, Jerry Budd Engineering jerry at buddengineering.com http://www.buddengineering.com On Sep 22, 2008, at 8:56 AM, vicenterc at comcast.net wrote: > Has anyone done the conversion? > > Thanks, > > -- > Vicente "Vince" Bortone > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From wilsorc at gmail.com Mon Sep 22 20:24:25 2008 From: wilsorc at gmail.com (Bob Wilson) Date: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 04:24:25 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls Message-ID: <888fdd980809222124x3b04e58ax9b0f16a02d7942e5@mail.gmail.com> I'm probably opening this up for lots of discussion, but what is the correct technique for a snap? For an inside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before (same direction) aileron and up elevator. For an outside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before opposite aileron and down elevator. Problem is, I watch the big boys do snaps on my TOC videos and mine look so raggedy-ass. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jshulman at cfl.rr.com Mon Sep 22 20:30:07 2008 From: jshulman at cfl.rr.com (JShulman) Date: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 04:30:07 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls In-Reply-To: <888fdd980809222124x3b04e58ax9b0f16a02d7942e5@mail.gmail.com> Message-ID: swap rudder with elevator Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Bob Wilson Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 12:24 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls I'm probably opening this up for lots of discussion, but what is the correct technique for a snap? For an inside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before (same direction) aileron and up elevator. For an outside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before opposite aileron and down elevator. Problem is, I watch the big boys do snaps on my TOC videos and mine look so raggedy-ass. No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1684 - Release Date: 9/22/2008 6:39 AM -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jpavlick at idseng.com Mon Sep 22 20:36:55 2008 From: jpavlick at idseng.com (John Pavlick) Date: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 04:36:55 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls References: <888fdd980809222124x3b04e58ax9b0f16a02d7942e5@mail.gmail.com> Message-ID: <00c701c91d35$eaf35ea0$9501a8c0@GW7422> Most guys will tell you that you should apply ALL of the controls at the same time. After all that's how a snap button works and some people swear by them. I tend to apply the elevator just slightly before everything else. Somebody gave me a 9.5 on my Avalanche at the NATs though so I must be doing something right. LOL John Pavlick http://www.idseng.com ----- Original Message ----- From: Bob Wilson To: General pattern discussion Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 12:24 AM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls I'm probably opening this up for lots of discussion, but what is the correct technique for a snap? For an inside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before (same direction) aileron and up elevator. For an outside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before opposite aileron and down elevator. Problem is, I watch the big boys do snaps on my TOC videos and mine look so raggedy-ass. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From ed_alt at hotmail.com Mon Sep 22 21:03:38 2008 From: ed_alt at hotmail.com (Ed Alt) Date: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 05:03:38 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls References: Message-ID: I just tried that. Something doesn't look exactly right and the elevator is scraping the workbench now. What am I doing wrong? Ed ----- Original Message ----- From: JShulman To: General pattern discussion Sent: Monday, September 22, 2008 11:30 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls swap rudder with elevator Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Bob Wilson Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 12:24 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls I'm probably opening this up for lots of discussion, but what is the correct technique for a snap? For an inside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before (same direction) aileron and up elevator. For an outside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before opposite aileron and down elevator. Problem is, I watch the big boys do snaps on my TOC videos and mine look so raggedy-ass. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jshulman at cfl.rr.com Mon Sep 22 21:13:11 2008 From: jshulman at cfl.rr.com (JShulman) Date: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 05:13:11 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls In-Reply-To: Message-ID: You need a taller stand, or move the tail off the end of the bench...lol Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Ed Alt Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 1:04 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls I just tried that. Something doesn't look exactly right and the elevator is scraping the workbench now. What am I doing wrong? Ed ----- Original Message ----- From: JShulman To: General pattern discussion Sent: Monday, September 22, 2008 11:30 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls swap rudder with elevator Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Bob Wilson Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 12:24 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls I'm probably opening this up for lots of discussion, but what is the correct technique for a snap? For an inside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before (same direction) aileron and up elevator. For an outside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before opposite aileron and down elevator. Problem is, I watch the big boys do snaps on my TOC videos and mine look so raggedy-ass. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1684 - Release Date: 9/22/2008 6:39 AM -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From f3aflyer7 at gmail.com Mon Sep 22 21:41:59 2008 From: f3aflyer7 at gmail.com (Scott Pavlock) Date: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 05:41:59 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Some New Battery Technology Worth Keeping an Eye On Message-ID: <72f9ee7c0809222241i45d8d86enc0dcbd7ad94ccb09@mail.gmail.com> I found this article today and thought you guys might be interested. I personally like the part that says "These batteries will typically perform well in temperatures up to 400-Degrees F." http://www.metaefficient.com/rechargeable-batteries/innovative-lifepo4-batteries-electric-vehicles.html Scott Pavlock -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From homeremodeling2003 at yahoo.com Mon Sep 22 21:46:48 2008 From: homeremodeling2003 at yahoo.com (krishlan fitzsimmons) Date: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 05:46:48 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <703309.36868.qm@web33007.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Did you put the elevator upside down Ed? You have to make sure you put the non scraping side down.. Chris ? ? ? --- On Mon, 9/22/08, Ed Alt wrote: From: Ed Alt Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls To: "General pattern discussion" Date: Monday, September 22, 2008, 10:03 PM I just tried that.?Something doesn't look exactly right and the elevator is scraping the workbench now.? What am I doing wrong?? ? Ed ----- Original Message ----- From: JShulman To: General pattern discussion Sent: Monday, September 22, 2008 11:30 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls swap rudder with elevator ? Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Bob Wilson Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 12:24 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls I'm probably opening this up for lots of discussion, but what is the correct technique for a snap? ? For an inside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before (same direction) aileron?and up elevator. For an outside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before opposite aileron and down elevator. ? Problem is, I watch the big boys do snaps on my TOC?videos and mine look so raggedy-ass. _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion_______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From vicenterc at comcast.net Tue Sep 23 02:35:02 2008 From: vicenterc at comcast.net (vicenterc at comcast.net) Date: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 10:35:02 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] JR 10X conversion to LiPo Message-ID: <092320081034.1050.48D8C651000D95EF0000041A22165514060C9D0A9B020A0C0790@comcast.net> Jerry, Are you using regulator? It looks like JR does not like the high voltage. Probably, I am going to try to call or e-mail JR to ask. I wonder if there is a difference between the 2.4 modules and the old modules in regard taking higher voltage. New TX are designed to work with LiPo. Just wondering. JR sponsored pilits. Can you find out? Thanks for all responding. -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: Budd Engineering > Yep, and I couldn't be happier. > > True R/C 2500 mAh LiPo's, $30 each, fits inside the 10X battery holder > with a minor amount of trimming with the Dremel tool. I bought one > set to try, liked it so well I bought another and converted the spare > battery pack. That way I can charge them out of the transmitter (not > that it matters, the charge rate is so low that the risk of a mishap > is about the same as with NiCads or NiMh). > > I screwed around with a couple sets of NiMH's for the past several > years, they were a total waste of time, the self discharge rate got to > where I had to re-charge them if I didn't fly within a day or so of > the previous charge > > The LiPo's peak up at 12.5 V, essentially the same voltage as a good > set of NiCads, and discharge almost linearly, so it's easy to assess > their state of discharge. > > http://home.comcast.net/~truerc/ready_pack/ready_packs.htm > > Thx, Jerry > > Budd Engineering > jerry at buddengineering.com > http://www.buddengineering.com > > On Sep 22, 2008, at 8:56 AM, vicenterc at comcast.net wrote: > > > Has anyone done the conversion? > > > > Thanks, > > > > -- > > Vicente "Vince" Bortone > > _______________________________________________ > > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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I bought one > set to try, liked it so well I bought another and converted the spare > battery pack. That way I can charge them out of the transmitter (not > that it matters, the charge rate is so low that the risk of a mishap > is about the same as with NiCads or NiMh). > > I screwed around with a couple sets of NiMH's for the past several > years, they were a total waste of time, the self discharge rate got to > where I had to re-charge them if I didn't fly within a day or so of > the previous charge > > The LiPo's peak up at 12.5 V, essentially the same voltage as a good > set of NiCads, and discharge almost linearly, so it's easy to assess > their state of discharge. > > http://home.comcast.net/~truerc/ready_pack/ready_packs.htm > > Thx, Jerry > > Budd Engineering > jerry at buddengineering.com > http://www.buddengineering.com > > On Sep 22, 2008, at 8:56 AM, vicenterc at comcast.net wrote: > > > Has anyone done the conversion? > > > > Thanks, > > > > -- > > Vicente "Vince" Bortone > > _______________________________________________ > > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From vicenterc at comcast.net Tue Sep 23 02:41:24 2008 From: vicenterc at comcast.net (vicenterc at comcast.net) Date: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 10:41:24 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] JR 10X conversion to LiPo Message-ID: <092320081041.9712.48D8C7D00000364E000025F022165514060C9D0A9B020A0C0790@comcast.net> Please replace pilits with pilots. I went too fast. -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: vicenterc at comcast.net Jerry, Are you using regulator? It looks like JR does not like the high voltage. Probably, I am going to try to call or e-mail JR to ask. I wonder if there is a difference between the 2.4 modules and the old modules in regard taking higher voltage. New TX are designed to work with LiPo. Just wondering. JR sponsored pilits. Can you find out? Thanks for all responding. -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: Budd Engineering > Yep, and I couldn't be happier. > > True R/C 2500 mAh LiPo's, $30 each, fits inside the 10X battery holder > with a minor amount of trimming with the Dremel tool. I bought one > set to try, liked it so well I bought another and converted the spare > battery pack. That way I can charge them out of the transmitter (not > that it matters, the charge rate is so low that the risk of a mishap > is about the same as with NiCads or NiMh). > > I screwed around with a couple sets of NiMH's for the past several > years, they were a total waste of time, the self discharge rate got to > where I had to re-charge them if I didn't fly within a day or so of > the previous charge > > The LiPo 's pea k up at 12.5 V, essentially the same voltage as a good > set of NiCads, and discharge almost linearly, so it's easy to assess > their state of discharge. > > http://home.comcast.net/~truerc/ready_pack/ready_packs.htm > > Thx, Jerry > > Budd Engineering > jerry at buddengineering.com > http://www.buddengineering.com > > On Sep 22, 2008, at 8:56 AM, vicenterc at comcast.net wrote: > > > Has anyone done the conversion? > > > > Thanks, > > > > -- > > Vicente "Vince" Bortone > > _______________________________________________ > > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org & gt; http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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I > personally like the part that says "These batteries will typically perform > well in temperatures up to 400-Degrees F." > > > http://www.metaefficient.com/rechargeable-batteries/innovative-lifepo4-batteries-electric-vehicles.html > > Scott Pavlock > > ------------------------------ > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing listNSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.orghttp://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > -- Keith Hoard Collierville, TN khoard at gmail.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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John Pavlick --- On Tue, 9/23/08, Ed Alt wrote: From: Ed Alt Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls To: "General pattern discussion" Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2008, 5:03 AM I just tried that.?Something doesn't look exactly right and the elevator is scraping the workbench now.? What am I doing wrong?? ? Ed ----- Original Message ----- From: JShulman To: General pattern discussion Sent: Monday, September 22, 2008 11:30 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls swap rudder with elevator ? Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Bob Wilson Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 12:24 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls I'm probably opening this up for lots of discussion, but what is the correct technique for a snap? ? For an inside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before (same direction) aileron?and up elevator. For an outside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before opposite aileron and down elevator. ? Problem is, I watch the big boys do snaps on my TOC?videos and mine look so raggedy-ass. _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion_______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From lightfoot at sc.rr.com Tue Sep 23 05:32:46 2008 From: lightfoot at sc.rr.com (Jay Marshall) Date: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 13:32:46 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Some New Battery Technology Worth Keeping anEye On In-Reply-To: <6792ef120809230549g2bc61418xa770dac78ab00cba@mail.gmail.com> Message-ID: <56D6BF21C1824DDEA1AA27AC8C6FDDEF@jaysdesktop> Didn't the article say that these were produced by A123? "The biggest player in the LiFePO4 marketplace for electric vehicles, however, is A123 Systems.." Jay Marshall -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Keith Hoard Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 8:49 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Some New Battery Technology Worth Keeping anEye On I've run both LiFe and A123's thru a West Systems Battery Analyzer. . . The LiFe's have higher internal resistance. On Tue, Sep 23, 2008 at 7:46 AM, Stuart Chale wrote: Isn't this the same technology as A123 cells? Much better reliability and more cycles but at a weight penalty. A pack to equal our 10S motor packs would weigh about 1 pound more. Stuart C Scott Pavlock wrote: I found this article today and thought you guys might be interested. I personally like the part that says "These batteries will typically perform well in temperatures up to 400-Degrees F." http://www.metaefficient.com/rechargeable-batteries/innovative-lifepo4-batte ries-electric-vehicles.html Scott Pavlock _____ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -- Keith Hoard Collierville, TN khoard at gmail.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From rcmaster199 at aol.com Tue Sep 23 07:30:49 2008 From: rcmaster199 at aol.com (rcmaster199 at aol.com) Date: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 15:30:49 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls In-Reply-To: <703309.36868.qm@web33007.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <703309.36868.qm@web33007.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <8CAEBA864A89F34-D94-7A@WEBMAIL-MA12.sysops.aol.com> Woa Ed....A one piece rudder wouldn't move much at all so how could it scrape the bench....who are you trying to chide?? That gives me an idea....maybe we should build elevators as 1 piece and rudders as 2 piece. Split rudders will eliminate any belly or canopy pitching. If each half was driven with a separate servo on separate channels, they might be programmed to move differentially and eliminate roll couple also. QED!! Just in case you forgot to trim your triangle, this is a simpler shearing of the hair Matt -----Original Message----- From: krishlan fitzsimmons To: General pattern discussion Sent: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 1:46 am Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls Did you put the elevator upside down Ed? You have to make sure you put the non scraping side down.. Chris ? ? ? --- On Mon, 9/22/08, Ed Alt <ed_alt at hotmail.com> wrote: From: Ed Alt <ed_alt at hotmail.com> Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls To: "General pattern discussion" <nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> Date: Monday, September 22, 2008, 10:03 PM I just tried that.?Something doesn't look exactly right and the elevator is scraping the workbench now.? What am I doing wrong?? ? Ed ----- Original Message ----- From: JShulman To: General pattern discussion Sent: Monday, September 22, 2008 11:30 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls swap rudder with elevator ? Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Bob Wilson Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 12:24 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls I'm probably opening this up for lots of discussion, but what is the correct technique for a snap? ? For an inside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before (same direction) aileron?and up elevator. For an outside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before opposite aileron and down elevator. ? Problem is, I watch the big boys do snaps on my TOC?videos and mine look so raggedy-ass. _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion_______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org =0 Ahttp://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From aabdu at sbcglobal.net Tue Sep 23 07:42:12 2008 From: aabdu at sbcglobal.net (Anthony Abdullah) Date: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 15:42:12 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls In-Reply-To: <8CAEBA864A89F34-D94-7A@WEBMAIL-MA12.sysops.aol.com> Message-ID: <932752.70922.qm@web82104.mail.mud.yahoo.com> I like that idea!! The rudder could even be mixed to low throttle so?each half moves in opposite directions for downline braking, or would that just cause the plane to spin, which could also be cool. --- On Tue, 9/23/08, rcmaster199 at aol.com wrote: From: rcmaster199 at aol.com Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls To: homeremodeling2003 at yahoo.com, nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2008, 11:30 AM Woa Ed....A one piece rudder wouldn't move much at all so how could it scrape the bench....who are you trying to chide?? That gives me an idea....maybe we should build elevators as 1 piece and rudders as 2 piece. Split rudders will eliminate any belly or canopy pitching. If each half was driven with a separate servo on separate channels, they might be programmed to move differentially and eliminate roll couple also. QED!! Just in case you forgot to trim your triangle, this is a simpler shearing of the hair Matt -----Original Message----- From: krishlan fitzsimmons To: General pattern discussion Sent: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 1:46 am Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls Did you put the elevator upside down Ed? You have to make sure you put the non scraping side down.. Chris ? ? ? --- On Mon, 9/22/08, Ed Alt <ed_alt at hotmail.com> wrote: From: Ed Alt <ed_alt at hotmail.com> Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls To: "General pattern discussion" <nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> Date: Monday, September 22, 2008, 10:03 PM I just tried that.?Something doesn't look exactly right and the elevator is scraping the workbench now.? What am I doing wrong?? ? Ed ----- Original Message ----- From: JShulman To: General pattern discussion Sent: Monday, September 22, 2008 11:30 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls swap rudder with elevator ? Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Bob Wilson Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 12:24 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls I'm probably opening this up for lots of discussion, but what is the correct technique for a snap? ? For an inside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before (same direction) aileron?and up elevator. For an outside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before opposite aileron and down elevator. ? 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URL: From pamrich47 at hotmail.com Tue Sep 23 08:19:09 2008 From: pamrich47 at hotmail.com (Richard Strickland) Date: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 16:19:09 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls In-Reply-To: <8CAEBA864A89F34-D94-7A@WEBMAIL-MA12.sysops.aol.com> References: <703309.36868.qm@web33007.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <8CAEBA864A89F34-D94-7A@WEBMAIL-MA12.sysops.aol.com> Message-ID: Didn't Steve Rojecki(sp?) do a split rudder at the TOC like in '88? RS> To: homeremodeling2003 at yahoo.com; nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> Date: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 11:30:07 -0400> From: rcmaster199 at aol.com> Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls> > Woa Ed....A one piece rudder wouldn't move much at all so how could it > scrape the bench....who are you trying to chide??> > That gives me an idea....maybe we should build elevators as 1 piece and > rudders as 2 piece. Split rudders will eliminate any belly or canopy > pitching. If each half was driven with a separate servo on separate > channels, they might be programmed to move differentially and eliminate > roll couple also. QED!!> > Just in case you forgot to trim your triangle, this is a simpler > shearing of the hair> > Matt> > -----Original Message-----> From: krishlan fitzsimmons > To: General pattern discussion > Sent: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 1:46 am> Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls> > Did you put the elevator upside down Ed? You have to make sure you put > the non scraping side down..> > > > Chris > > --- On Mon, 9/22/08, Ed Alt <ed_alt at hotmail.com> wrote:> From: Ed Alt <ed_alt at hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls> To: "General pattern discussion" > <nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org>> Date: Monday, September 22, 2008, 10:03 PM> > > > > > > I just tried that. Something doesn't look> exactly right and the elevator is scraping the workbench now. What am > I> doing wrong? > > Ed> > ----- Original Message -----> From:> JShulman> > To: General pattern discussion> > Sent:> Monday, September 22, 2008 11:30> PM> Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap> rolls> > > swap rudder> with elevator> > Regards,> Jason> www.jasonshulman.com> www.shulmanaviation.com> www.composite-arf.com> > > -----Original Message-----> From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org> [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Bob> Wilson> Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 12:24 AM> To:> General pattern discussion> Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap> rolls> > > > I'm probably opening this up for lots of discussion, but what is > the> correct technique for a snap?> > For an inside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before (same > direction)> aileron and up elevator.> For an outside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before opposite > aileron> and down elevator.> > Problem is, I watch the big boys do snaps on my TOC videos and> mine look so raggedy-ass.> > > > > > _______________________________________________> NSRCA-discussion> mailing> list> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion_______________________________________________> NSRCA-discussion mailing list> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion> > > _______________________________________________> NSRCA-discussion mailing list> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> =0> Ahttp://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion> > > _______________________________________________> NSRCA-discussion mailing list> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _________________________________________________________________ See how Windows Mobile brings your life together?at home, work, or on the go. http://clk.atdmt.com/MRT/go/msnnkwxp1020093182mrt/direct/01/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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I don't do much retail so I'm not setup for credit cards so you'd have to send a check. I'm going out of town again later this week but will be back on the 2nd. Jim On Sep 15, 2008, at 10:18 AM, michael s harrison wrote: Jim, Could you send me instructions for ordering regulator and switchs. 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URL: From wilsorc at gmail.com Tue Sep 23 08:23:55 2008 From: wilsorc at gmail.com (Bob Wilson) Date: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 16:23:55 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls In-Reply-To: <932752.70922.qm@web82104.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <8CAEBA864A89F34-D94-7A@WEBMAIL-MA12.sysops.aol.com> <932752.70922.qm@web82104.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <888fdd980809230923i7176fb99k6ce7c5235e068b06@mail.gmail.com> Ah..ha, just as I suspected. The conversation got out of hand, but sure is enjoyable reading. Obviously, my snap roll technique was flawed and I can't wait for flying tonight so I can work on the improvements. Thanks guys bw On Tue, Sep 23, 2008 at 10:42 AM, Anthony Abdullah wrote: > I like that idea!! The rudder could even be mixed to low throttle > so each half moves in opposite directions for downline braking, or would > that just cause the plane to spin, which could also be cool. > > --- On *Tue, 9/23/08, rcmaster199 at aol.com * wrote: > > From: rcmaster199 at aol.com > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls > To: homeremodeling2003 at yahoo.com, nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2008, 11:30 AM > > > Woa Ed....A one piece rudder wouldn't move much at all so how could it > scrape the bench....who are you trying to chide?? > > That gives me an idea....maybe we should build elevators as 1 piece and > rudders as 2 piece. Split rudders will eliminate any belly or canopy > pitching. If each half was driven with a separate servo on separate > channels, they might be programmed to move differentially and eliminate > roll couple also. QED!! > > Just in case you forgot to trim your triangle, this is a simpler > shearing of the hair > > Matt > > -----Original Message----- > From: krishlan fitzsimmons > To: General pattern discussion > Sent: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 1:46 am > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls > > Did you put the elevator upside down Ed? You have to make sure you put > the non scraping side down.. > > > > Chris > > --- On Mon, 9/22/08, Ed Alt <ed_alt at hotmail.com > wrote: > From: Ed Alt <ed_alt at hotmail.com > > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls > To: "General pattern discussion" > <nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > > Date: Monday, September 22, 2008, 10:03 PM > > > > > > > I just tried that. Something doesn't look > exactly right and the elevator is scraping the workbench now. What am > I > doing wrong? > > Ed > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: > JShulman > > To: General pattern discussion > > Sent: > Monday, September 22, 2008 11:30 > PM > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap > rolls > > > swap rudder > with elevator > > Regards, > Jasonwww.jasonshulman.comwww.shulmanaviation.comwww.composite-arf.com > > > -----Original Message----- > From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org > [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Bob > Wilson > Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 12:24 AM > To: > General pattern discussion > Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap > rolls > > > > I'm probably opening this up for lots of discussion, but what is > the > correct technique for a snap? > > For an inside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before (same > direction) > aileron and up elevator. > For an outside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before opposite > aileron > and down elevator. > > Problem is, I watch the big boys do snaps on my TOC videos and > mine look so raggedy-ass. > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion > mailing > listNSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.orghttp://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion_______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing listNSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.orghttp://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing listNSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > =0 > Ahttp://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing listNSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.orghttp://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jshulman at cfl.rr.com Tue Sep 23 08:37:19 2008 From: jshulman at cfl.rr.com (JShulman) Date: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 16:37:19 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls In-Reply-To: <888fdd980809230923i7176fb99k6ce7c5235e068b06@mail.gmail.com> Message-ID: Try leading with the elevator first for '9.5's', or like my '9' snaps, just go to the corners at the same time. Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Bob Wilson Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 12:24 PM To: aabdu at sbcglobal.net; General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls Ah..ha, just as I suspected. The conversation got out of hand, but sure is enjoyable reading. Obviously, my snap roll technique was flawed and I can't wait for flying tonight so I can work on the improvements. Thanks guys bw On Tue, Sep 23, 2008 at 10:42 AM, Anthony Abdullah wrote: I like that idea!! The rudder could even be mixed to low throttle so each half moves in opposite directions for downline braking, or would that just cause the plane to spin, which could also be cool. --- On Tue, 9/23/08, rcmaster199 at aol.com wrote: From: rcmaster199 at aol.com Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls To: homeremodeling2003 at yahoo.com, nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2008, 11:30 AM Woa Ed....A one piece rudder wouldn't move much at all so how could it scrape the bench....who are you trying to chide?? That gives me an idea....maybe we should build elevators as 1 piece and rudders as 2 piece. Split rudders will eliminate any belly or canopy pitching. If each half was driven with a separate servo on separate channels, they might be programmed to move differentially and eliminate roll couple also. QED!! Just in case you forgot to trim your triangle, this is a simpler shearing of the hair Matt -----Original Message----- From: krishlan fitzsimmons To: General pattern discussion Sent: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 1:46 am Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls Did you put the elevator upside down Ed? You have to make sure you put the non scraping side down.. Chris --- On Mon, 9/22/08, Ed Alt <ed_alt at hotmail.com> wrote: From: Ed Alt <ed_alt at hotmail.com> Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls To: "General pattern discussion" <nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> Date: Monday, September 22, 2008, 10:03 PM I just tried that. Something doesn't look exactly right and the elevator is scraping the workbench now. What am I doing wrong? Ed ----- Original Message ----- From: JShulman To: General pattern discussion Sent: Monday, September 22, 2008 11:30 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls swap rudder with elevator Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Bob Wilson Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 12:24 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls I'm probably opening this up for lots of discussion, but what is the correct technique for a snap? For an inside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before (same direction) aileron and up elevator. For an outside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before opposite aileron and down elevator. Problem is, I watch the big boys do snaps on my TOC videos and mine look so raggedy-ass. _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion____________________ ___________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org =0 Ahttp://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion No virus found in this outgoing message. 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Mike --- On Tue, 9/23/08, Mike Hester wrote: From: Mike Hester Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Jaicco regulators To: "General pattern discussion" Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2008, 11:19 AM I think you just told everyone...LOL ? =) ? -Mike ? ----- Original Message ----- From: James Oddino To: General pattern discussion Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 12:08 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Jaicco regulators Hi Mike, Been out of town. ?You can order stuff from Central hobbies or I can make it up for you. ?I need to know if you want the plain regulator or the Perfect Switch Harness configuration. ?The latter is recommended in a one battery, one switch setup like a pattern plane where one is trying to minimize weight. ?I also need to know the voltage. ?You can select 5.1, 5.7, or 6.0 Volts. ?I'll sell you the regulators for $20 and the Switch Harness for $30 if you don't tell anyone. ?I don't do much retail so I'm not setup for credit cards so you'd have to send a check. ?I'm going out of town again later this week but will be back on the 2nd. Jim On Sep 15, 2008, at 10:18 AM, michael s harrison wrote: Jim, Could you send me instructions for ordering regulator and switchs. 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URL: From jpavlick at idseng.com Tue Sep 23 09:16:48 2008 From: jpavlick at idseng.com (John Pavlick) Date: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 17:16:48 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <526921.86060.qm@web80502.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Yeah but if you REALLY want to make sure you get a 9.5 (like?I did)?you have to be flying a Black Magic! LOL ? John Pavlick --- On Tue, 9/23/08, JShulman wrote: From: JShulman Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls To: "General pattern discussion" Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2008, 4:38 PM Try leading with the elevator first for '9.5's', or like my '9' snaps, just go to the corners at the same time. ? Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Bob Wilson Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 12:24 PM To: aabdu at sbcglobal.net; General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls Ah..ha, just as I suspected.? The conversation got out of hand, but sure is enjoyable reading. Obviously, my snap roll technique was flawed and I can't wait for flying tonight so I can work on the improvements. ? Thanks guys bw On Tue, Sep 23, 2008 at 10:42 AM, Anthony Abdullah wrote: I like that idea!! The rudder could even be mixed to low throttle so?each half moves in opposite directions for downline braking, or would that just cause the plane to spin, which could also be cool. --- On Tue, 9/23/08, rcmaster199 at aol.com wrote: From: rcmaster199 at aol.com Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls To: homeremodeling2003 at yahoo.com, nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2008, 11:30 AM Woa Ed....A one piece rudder wouldn't move much at all so how could it scrape the bench....who are you trying to chide?? That gives me an idea....maybe we should build elevators as 1 piece and rudders as 2 piece. Split rudders will eliminate any belly or canopy pitching. If each half was driven with a separate servo on separate channels, they might be programmed to move differentially and eliminate roll couple also. QED!! Just in case you forgot to trim your triangle, this is a simpler shearing of the hair Matt -----Original Message----- From: krishlan fitzsimmons To: General pattern discussion Sent: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 1:46 am Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls Did you put the elevator upside down Ed? You have to make sure you put the non scraping side down.. Chris ? ? ? --- On Mon, 9/22/08, Ed Alt <ed_alt at hotmail.com> wrote: From: Ed Alt <ed_alt at hotmail.com> Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls To: "General pattern discussion" <nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> Date: Monday, September 22, 2008, 10:03 PM I just tried that.?Something doesn't look exactly right and the elevator is scraping the workbench now.? What am I doing wrong?? ? Ed ----- Original Message ----- From: JShulman To: General pattern discussion Sent: Monday, September 22, 2008 11:30 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls swap rudder with elevator ? Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Bob Wilson Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 12:24 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls I'm probably opening this up for lots of discussion, but what is the correct technique for a snap? ? For an inside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before (same direction) aileron?and up elevator. For an outside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before opposite aileron and down elevator. ? 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URL: From vanputte at cox.net Tue Sep 23 09:40:27 2008 From: vanputte at cox.net (Ron Van Putte) Date: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 17:40:27 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls In-Reply-To: <526921.86060.qm@web80502.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <526921.86060.qm@web80502.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: I think Black Magic airplanes should be barred from competition. It is too easy to get high scores on spins, because they stop spinning immediately after the rudder/elevator controls are neutralized. That's just not fair. Ron VP On Sep 23, 2008, at 12:16 PM, John Pavlick wrote: > Yeah but if you REALLY want to make sure you get a 9.5 (like I did) > you have to be flying a Black Magic! LOL > > John Pavlick > > --- On Tue, 9/23/08, JShulman wrote: > From: JShulman > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls > To: "General pattern discussion" > Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2008, 4:38 PM > > Try leading with the elevator first for '9.5's', or like my '9' > snaps, just go to the corners at the same time. > > Regards, > Jason > www.jasonshulman.com > www.shulmanaviation.com > www.composite-arf.com > -----Original Message----- > From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca- > discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Bob Wilson > Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 12:24 PM > To: aabdu at sbcglobal.net; General pattern discussion > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls > > Ah..ha, just as I suspected. The conversation got out of hand, but > sure is enjoyable reading. > Obviously, my snap roll technique was flawed and I can't wait for > flying tonight so I can work on the improvements. > > Thanks guys > bw > > On Tue, Sep 23, 2008 at 10:42 AM, Anthony Abdullah > wrote: > I like that idea!! The rudder could even be mixed to low throttle > so each half moves in opposite directions for downline braking, or > would that just cause the plane to spin, which could also be cool. > > --- On Tue, 9/23/08, rcmaster199 at aol.com wrote: > From: rcmaster199 at aol.com > > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls > To: homeremodeling2003 at yahoo.com, nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2008, 11:30 AM > > > Woa Ed....A one piece rudder wouldn't move much at all so how could > it scrape the bench....who are you trying to chide?? That gives me > an idea....maybe we should build elevators as 1 piece and rudders > as 2 piece. Split rudders will eliminate any belly or canopy > pitching. If each half was driven with a separate servo on separate > channels, they might be programmed to move differentially and > eliminate roll couple also. QED!! Just in case you forgot to trim > your triangle, this is a simpler shearing of the hair Matt ----- > Original Message----- From: krishlan fitzsimmons > To: General pattern discussion > Sent: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 1:46 am > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls Did you put the elevator > upside down Ed? You have to make sure you put the non scraping side > down.. Chris --- On Mon, 9/22/08, Ed Alt > <ed_alt at hotmail.com> wrote: From: Ed Alt > <ed_alt at hotmail.com> Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap > rolls To: "General pattern discussion" <nsrca- > discussion at lists.nsrca.org> Date: Monday, September 22, 2008, > 10:03 PM I just tried that. Something doesn't look exactly right > and the elevator is scraping the workbench now. What am I doing > wrong? Ed ----- Original Message ----- From: JShulman To: > General pattern discussion Sent: Monday, September 22, 2008 11:30 > PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls swap rudder with > elevator Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com > www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com -----Original > Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org > [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Bob > Wilson Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 12:24 AM To: General > pattern discussion Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls I'm > probably opening this up for lots of discussion, but what is the > correct technique for a snap? For an inside snap, I apply rudder > a fraction before (same direction) aileron and up elevator. For an > outside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before opposite aileron and > down elevator. Problem is, I watch the big boys do snaps on my > TOC videos and mine look so raggedy-ass. > _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion > mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http:// > lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca- > discussion_______________________________________________ NSRCA- > discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http:// > lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion > mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org =0 Ahttp:// > lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion > mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http:// > lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion > mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http:// > lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From homeremodeling2003 at yahoo.com Tue Sep 23 09:52:59 2008 From: homeremodeling2003 at yahoo.com (krishlan fitzsimmons) Date: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 17:52:59 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <540178.23214.qm@web33006.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Somebody stop em!!? lol?? Chris ? ? ? --- On Tue, 9/23/08, Ron Van Putte wrote: From: Ron Van Putte Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls To: "General pattern discussion" Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2008, 10:40 AM I think Black Magic airplanes should be barred from competition. It is too easy to get high scores on spins, because they stop spinning immediately after the rudder/elevator controls are neutralized. That's just not fair. Ron VP On Sep 23, 2008, at 12:16 PM, John Pavlick wrote: > Yeah but if you REALLY want to make sure you get a 9.5 (like I did) > you have to be flying a Black Magic! LOL > > John Pavlick > > --- On Tue, 9/23/08, JShulman wrote: > From: JShulman > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls > To: "General pattern discussion" > Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2008, 4:38 PM > > Try leading with the elevator first for '9.5's', or like my '9' > snaps, just go to the corners at the same time. > > Regards, > Jason > www.jasonshulman.com > www.shulmanaviation.com > www.composite-arf.com > -----Original Message----- > From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca- > discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Bob Wilson > Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 12:24 PM > To: aabdu at sbcglobal.net; General pattern discussion > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls > > Ah..ha, just as I suspected. The conversation got out of hand, but > sure is enjoyable reading. > Obviously, my snap roll technique was flawed and I can't wait for > flying tonight so I can work on the improvements. > > Thanks guys > bw > > On Tue, Sep 23, 2008 at 10:42 AM, Anthony Abdullah > wrote: > I like that idea!! The rudder could even be mixed to low throttle > so each half moves in opposite directions for downline braking, or > would that just cause the plane to spin, which could also be cool. > > --- On Tue, 9/23/08, rcmaster199 at aol.com wrote: > From: rcmaster199 at aol.com > > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls > To: homeremodeling2003 at yahoo.com, nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2008, 11:30 AM > > > Woa Ed....A one piece rudder wouldn't move much at all so how could > it scrape the bench....who are you trying to chide?? That gives me > an idea....maybe we should build elevators as 1 piece and rudders > as 2 piece. Split rudders will eliminate any belly or canopy > pitching. If each half was driven with a separate servo on separate > channels, they might be programmed to move differentially and > eliminate roll couple also. QED!! Just in case you forgot to trim > your triangle, this is a simpler shearing of the hair Matt ----- > Original Message----- From: krishlan fitzsimmons > To: General pattern discussion > Sent: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 1:46 am > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls Did you put the elevator > upside down Ed? You have to make sure you put the non scraping side > down.. Chris --- On Mon, 9/22/08, Ed Alt > <ed_alt at hotmail.com> wrote: From: Ed Alt > <ed_alt at hotmail.com> Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap > rolls To: "General pattern discussion" <nsrca- > discussion at lists.nsrca.org> Date: Monday, September 22, 2008, > 10:03 PM I just tried that. Something doesn't look exactly right > and the elevator is scraping the workbench now. What am I doing > wrong? Ed ----- Original Message ----- From: JShulman To: > General pattern discussion Sent: Monday, September 22, 2008 11:30 > PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls swap rudder with > elevator Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com > www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com -----Original > Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org > [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Bob > Wilson Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 12:24 AM To: General > pattern discussion Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls I'm > probably opening this up for lots of discussion, but what is the > correct technique for a snap? For an inside snap, I apply rudder > a fraction before (same direction) aileron and up elevator. For an > outside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before opposite aileron and > down elevator. Problem is, I watch the big boys do snaps on my > TOC videos and mine look so raggedy-ass. > _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion > mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http:// > lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca- > discussion_______________________________________________ NSRCA- > discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http:// > lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion > mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org =0 Ahttp:// > lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion > mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http:// > lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion > mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http:// > lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From joddino at socal.rr.com Tue Sep 23 10:11:34 2008 From: joddino at socal.rr.com (James Oddino) Date: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 18:11:34 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Jaicco regulators In-Reply-To: <48D91698.4030309@optonline.net> References: <012501c91757$12d396e0$387ac4a0$@net> <48D91698.4030309@optonline.net> Message-ID: <4FC7B4BE-D3C5-4C99-9B89-5EC5AB0073A0@socal.rr.com> I better start looking at where my emails come from. On Sep 23, 2008, at 9:17 AM, Stuart Chale wrote: > He won't tell anyone :) > > James Oddino wrote: >> >> Hi Mike, >> >> Been out of town. You can order stuff from Central hobbies or I >> can make it up for you. I need to know if you want the plain >> regulator or the Perfect Switch Harness configuration. The latter >> is recommended in a one battery, one switch setup like a pattern >> plane where one is trying to minimize weight. I also need to know >> the voltage. You can select 5.1, 5.7, or 6.0 Volts. I'll sell you >> the regulators for $20 and the Switch Harness for $30 if you don't >> tell anyone. I don't do much retail so I'm not setup for credit >> cards so you'd have to send a check. I'm going out of town again >> later this week but will be back on the 2nd. >> >> Jim >> >> >> On Sep 15, 2008, at 10:18 AM, michael s harrison wrote: >> >>> Jim, >>> Could you send me instructions for ordering regulator and switchs. >>> Mike >>> _______________________________________________ >>> NSRCA-discussion mailing list >>> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org >>> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> NSRCA-discussion mailing list >> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org >> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion >> > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jpavlick at idseng.com Tue Sep 23 10:41:45 2008 From: jpavlick at idseng.com (John Pavlick) Date: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 18:41:45 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <37631.26369.qm@web80503.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Shh. Now you gave away my other secret. And all this time?I thought it was because?I was becoming a better pilot. :(?Hey - nobody ever said this had to be fair! VBG ? John Pavlick --- On Tue, 9/23/08, Ron Van Putte wrote: From: Ron Van Putte Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls To: "General pattern discussion" Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2008, 5:40 PM I think Black Magic airplanes should be barred from competition. It is too easy to get high scores on spins, because they stop spinning immediately after the rudder/elevator controls are neutralized. That's just not fair. Ron VP On Sep 23, 2008, at 12:16 PM, John Pavlick wrote: > Yeah but if you REALLY want to make sure you get a 9.5 (like I did) > you have to be flying a Black Magic! LOL > > John Pavlick > > --- On Tue, 9/23/08, JShulman wrote: > From: JShulman > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls > To: "General pattern discussion" > Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2008, 4:38 PM > > Try leading with the elevator first for '9.5's', or like my '9' > snaps, just go to the corners at the same time. > > Regards, > Jason > www.jasonshulman.com > www.shulmanaviation.com > www.composite-arf.com > -----Original Message----- > From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca- > discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Bob Wilson > Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 12:24 PM > To: aabdu at sbcglobal.net; General pattern discussion > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls > > Ah..ha, just as I suspected. The conversation got out of hand, but > sure is enjoyable reading. > Obviously, my snap roll technique was flawed and I can't wait for > flying tonight so I can work on the improvements. > > Thanks guys > bw > > On Tue, Sep 23, 2008 at 10:42 AM, Anthony Abdullah > wrote: > I like that idea!! The rudder could even be mixed to low throttle > so each half moves in opposite directions for downline braking, or > would that just cause the plane to spin, which could also be cool. > > --- On Tue, 9/23/08, rcmaster199 at aol.com wrote: > From: rcmaster199 at aol.com > > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls > To: homeremodeling2003 at yahoo.com, nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2008, 11:30 AM > > > Woa Ed....A one piece rudder wouldn't move much at all so how could > it scrape the bench....who are you trying to chide?? That gives me > an idea....maybe we should build elevators as 1 piece and rudders > as 2 piece. Split rudders will eliminate any belly or canopy > pitching. If each half was driven with a separate servo on separate > channels, they might be programmed to move differentially and > eliminate roll couple also. QED!! Just in case you forgot to trim > your triangle, this is a simpler shearing of the hair Matt ----- > Original Message----- From: krishlan fitzsimmons > To: General pattern discussion > Sent: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 1:46 am > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls Did you put the elevator > upside down Ed? You have to make sure you put the non scraping side > down.. Chris --- On Mon, 9/22/08, Ed Alt > <ed_alt at hotmail.com> wrote: From: Ed Alt > <ed_alt at hotmail.com> Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap > rolls To: "General pattern discussion" <nsrca- > discussion at lists.nsrca.org> Date: Monday, September 22, 2008, > 10:03 PM I just tried that. Something doesn't look exactly right > and the elevator is scraping the workbench now. What am I doing > wrong? Ed ----- Original Message ----- From: JShulman To: > General pattern discussion Sent: Monday, September 22, 2008 11:30 > PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls swap rudder with > elevator Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com > www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com -----Original > Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org > [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Bob > Wilson Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 12:24 AM To: General > pattern discussion Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls I'm > probably opening this up for lots of discussion, but what is the > correct technique for a snap? For an inside snap, I apply rudder > a fraction before (same direction) aileron and up elevator. For an > outside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before opposite aileron and > down elevator. Problem is, I watch the big boys do snaps on my > TOC videos and mine look so raggedy-ass. > _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion > mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http:// > lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca- > discussion_______________________________________________ NSRCA- > discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http:// > lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion > mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org =0 Ahttp:// > lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion > mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http:// > lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion > mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http:// > lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From drmikedds at sbcglobal.net Tue Sep 23 12:17:58 2008 From: drmikedds at sbcglobal.net (michael s harrison) Date: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 20:17:58 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Jaicco regulators In-Reply-To: <4FC7B4BE-D3C5-4C99-9B89-5EC5AB0073A0@socal.rr.com> References: <012501c91757$12d396e0$387ac4a0$@net> <48D91698.4030309@optonline.net> <4FC7B4BE-D3C5-4C99-9B89-5EC5AB0073A0@socal.rr.com> Message-ID: <004501c91db9$4f7f7c40$ee7e74c0$@net> That is ok, I will order from Central. They are a very good company. Mike From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of James Oddino Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 1:11 PM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Jaicco regulators I better start looking at where my emails come from. On Sep 23, 2008, at 9:17 AM, Stuart Chale wrote: He won't tell anyone :) James Oddino wrote: Hi Mike, Been out of town. You can order stuff from Central hobbies or I can make it up for you. I need to know if you want the plain regulator or the Perfect Switch Harness configuration. The latter is recommended in a one battery, one switch setup like a pattern plane where one is trying to minimize weight. I also need to know the voltage. You can select 5.1, 5.7, or 6.0 Volts. I'll sell you the regulators for $20 and the Switch Harness for $30 if you don't tell anyone. I don't do much retail so I'm not setup for credit cards so you'd have to send a check. I'm going out of town again later this week but will be back on the 2nd. Jim On Sep 15, 2008, at 10:18 AM, michael s harrison wrote: Jim, Could you send me instructions for ordering regulator and switchs. 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URL: From troy at troynewman.net Tue Sep 23 13:03:48 2008 From: troy at troynewman.net (Troy Newman) Date: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 21:03:48 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] JR 10X conversion to LiPo In-Reply-To: <092320081034.1050.48D8C651000D95EF0000041A22165514060C9D0A9B020A0C0790@comcast.net> References: <092320081034.1050.48D8C651000D95EF0000041A22165514060C9D0A9B020A0C0790@comcast.net> Message-ID: Vince, While its not recommended there are several people that have done it. I will say that because you will hear of XXX people that have done it with no problems. JR does NOT recommend it and here is why: The output of the system is driven by a specific design voltage. In the 72mhz stuff the output transistor would get hot if the system was run at the higher voltage. A 3S lipo pack comes off the charger at about 12.4-12.6V....A fully charged stock battery pack comes off the charger at about 11.5 to 12V. Here is what I think you should look at. The Lipo pack will maintain is "over voltage" condition for a long time. It will stay above 11.5V most of the time you spend flying it. Where as the Nimh or Nicd packs will fall off to about a 10.5V range and slowly come down from there. The high voltage condition is only for a few minutes maybe the first flight. The lipo high Voltage condition is a long time maybe 5-8 flights. The issue with the 72mhz equipment was the output transistor would get hot and start to weaken causing loss of range and possible a failure. This is the same problem as running your TX on 72mhz and leaving it on for long periods of time with the antenna down. The module gets hot. This is un-needed wear and tear on the output transistor. Continued abuse like this will weaken the output transistor...In the lipo you are running it in a "high" volt condition for a longer period of time every time you charge the system up. So yes it will work on day #1 and Day #2....but What happens on Day #50 or 9 months down the road. 1 yr later? Its not a good idea as it will weaken the system and it could cost you a model. Fast forward to the DSM technology. Again we have a similar situation. The output of the system was designed to be run at a given voltage. That voltage is the 8cell (nicd or Nimh) packs. Not the extra 1V of head voltage carried in the 3S lipo packs. I'm not in on the design of the DSM output and can't tell you if it has a similar issue to the one in the 72mhz. However in the 12X manual it states clearly.... "Q: Can I use a 3-cell LiPo pack in my transmitter? A: No. All current JR and Spektrum transmitters are designed to operate using a 9.6-volt transmitter pack. A fully charged 3-cell LiPo pack puts out 12.6 volts. This higher voltage can overload the power-regulating transistor, causing damage and or failure, possibly in flight. Many of our customers have experienced failures using 3-cell LiPo packs and their use in JR and Spektrum transmitters is highly advised against. The 12X system will operate for over 8 hours using the included 2000mAh NiMH battery." This being the case the 12X is the latest system from JR. SO if it is not Lipo capable the others are not either. Will it work? Yes, are you taking a chance and risking your model YES. I don't understand the rave with the lipo TX packs. The 12X pack that comes standard is a 2000mah pack. A replacement pack would be a 2000-2100mah pack also... So you are not going to get more flight time per charge. The only thing is the lipo will not self discharge as fast as the Nimh. However I find the Nimh packs last for a very long time....Still flyable (10.5V) after sitting for a month untouched. One note I usually charge my TX packs with the wall C/10 charger overnight. I sometimes will use a Sirius charger on them or a peak detection charger for a quick field boost if its getting low. However This is a rare thing. 90% of my charging is with the slow c/10 charge rate. At this the Nimh packs provide extremely good service life and hold their charge well. A guy that is always fast charging his nimh batts will have trouble with the Nimh technology. It doesn't do as well with this type of use. By the way JR makes a 2500mah nimh that I have placed in my 9303 and also have installed in an old 10X battery case. It works great as well. Hope this helps you. Troy Newman Team JR ________________________________ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of vicenterc at comcast.net Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 3:35 AM To: General pattern discussion; General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] JR 10X conversion to LiPo Jerry, Are you using regulator? It looks like JR does not like the high voltage. Probably, I am going to try to call or e-mail JR to ask. I wonder if there is a difference between the 2.4 modules and the old modules in regard taking higher voltage. New TX are designed to work with LiPo. Just wondering. JR sponsored pilits. Can you find out? Thanks for all responding. -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: Budd Engineering > Yep, and I couldn't be happier. > > True R/C 2500 mAh LiPo's, $30 each, fits inside the 10X battery holder > with a minor amount of trimming with the Dremel tool. I bought one > set to try, liked it so well I bought another and converted the spare > battery pack. That way I can charge them out of the transmitter (not > that it matters, the charge rate is so low that the risk of a mishap > is about the same as with NiCads or NiMh). > > I screwed around with a couple sets of NiMH's for the past several > years, they were a total waste of time, the self discharge rate got to > where I had to re-charge them if I didn't fly within a day or so of > the previous charge > > The LiPo 's pea k up at 12.5 V, essentially the same voltage as a good > set of NiCads, and discharge almost linearly, so it's easy to assess > their state of discharge. > > http://home.comcast.net/~truerc/ready_pack/ready_packs.htm > > Thx, Jerry > > Budd Engineering > jerry at buddengineering.com > http://www.buddengineering.com > > On Sep 22, 2008, at 8:56 AM, vicenterc at comcast.net wrote: > > > Has anyone done the conversion? > > > > Thanks, > > > > -- > > Vicente "Vince" Bortone > > _______________________________________________ > > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org & gt; http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From homeremodeling2003 at yahoo.com Tue Sep 23 13:58:57 2008 From: homeremodeling2003 at yahoo.com (krishlan fitzsimmons) Date: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 21:58:57 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] JR 10X conversion to LiPo In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <412389.18057.qm@web33002.mail.mud.yahoo.com> The lipo pack is lighter.. Guess that's one good thing Troy. Probably the only real benefit except holding voltage over time. Although, even though in a transmitter, I would say the battery should be discharged for storage, and charged the day before anyway. So even holding the voltage over time may not be a real benefit. But the weight thing would be nice.. Chris ? ? ? --- On Tue, 9/23/08, Troy Newman wrote: From: Troy Newman Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] JR 10X conversion to LiPo To: "General pattern discussion" Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2008, 2:03 PM Vince, While its not recommended there are several people that have done it. I will say that because you will hear of XXX people that have done it with no problems. JR does NOT recommend it and here is why: The output of the system is driven by a specific design voltage. In the 72mhz stuff the output transistor would get hot if the system was run at the higher voltage. A 3S lipo pack comes off the charger at about 12.4-12.6V....A fully charged stock battery pack comes off the charger at about 11.5 to 12V. Here is what I think you should look at. The Lipo pack will maintain is "over voltage" condition for a long time. It will stay above 11.5V most of the time you spend flying it. Where as the Nimh or Nicd packs will fall off to about a 10.5V range and slowly come down from there. The high voltage condition is only for a few minutes maybe the first flight. The lipo high Voltage condition is a long time maybe 5-8 flights. The issue with the 72mhz equipment was the output transistor would get hot and start to weaken causing loss of range and possible a failure. This is the same problem as running your TX on 72mhz and leaving it on for long periods of time with the antenna down. The module gets hot. This is un-needed wear and tear on the output transistor. Continued abuse like this will weaken the output transistor...In the lipo you are running it in a "high" volt condition for a longer period of time every time you charge the system up. So yes it will work on day #1 and Day #2....but What happens on Day #50 or 9 months down the road. 1 yr later? Its not a good idea as it will weaken the system and it could cost you a model. Fast forward to the DSM technology. Again we have a similar situation. The output of the system was designed to be run at a given voltage. That voltage is the 8cell (nicd or Nimh) packs. Not the extra 1V of head voltage carried in the 3S lipo packs. I'm not in on the design of the DSM output and can't tell you if it has a similar issue to the one in the 72mhz. However in the 12X manual it states clearly.... "Q: Can I use a 3-cell LiPo pack in my transmitter? A: No. All current JR and Spektrum transmitters are designed to operate using a 9.6-volt transmitter pack. A fully charged 3-cell LiPo pack puts out 12.6 volts. This higher voltage can overload the power-regulating transistor, causing damage and or failure, possibly in flight. Many of our customers have experienced failures using 3-cell LiPo packs and their use in JR and Spektrum transmitters is highly advised against. The 12X system will operate for over 8 hours using the included 2000mAh NiMH battery." This being the case the 12X is the latest system from JR. SO if it is not Lipo capable the others are not either. Will it work? Yes, are you taking a chance and risking your model YES. I don't understand the rave with the lipo TX packs. The 12X pack that comes standard is a 2000mah pack. A replacement pack would be a 2000-2100mah pack also... So you are not going to get more flight time per charge. The only thing is the lipo will not self discharge as fast as the Nimh. However I find the Nimh packs last for a very long time....Still flyable (10.5V) after sitting for a month untouched. One note I usually charge my TX packs with the wall C/10 charger overnight. I sometimes will use a Sirius charger on them or a peak detection charger for a quick field boost if its getting low. However This is a rare thing. 90% of my charging is with the slow c/10 charge rate. At this the Nimh packs provide extremely good service life and hold their charge well. A guy that is always fast charging his nimh batts will have trouble with the Nimh technology. It doesn't do as well with this type of use. By the way JR makes a 2500mah nimh that I have placed in my 9303 and also have installed in an old 10X battery case. It works great as well. Hope this helps you. Troy Newman Team JR ________________________________ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of vicenterc at comcast.net Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 3:35 AM To: General pattern discussion; General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] JR 10X conversion to LiPo Jerry, Are you using regulator? It looks like JR does not like the high voltage. Probably, I am going to try to call or e-mail JR to ask. I wonder if there is a difference between the 2.4 modules and the old modules in regard taking higher voltage. New TX are designed to work with LiPo. Just wondering. JR sponsored pilits. Can you find out? Thanks for all responding. -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: Budd Engineering > Yep, and I couldn't be happier. > > True R/C 2500 mAh LiPo's, $30 each, fits inside the 10X battery holder > with a minor amount of trimming with the Dremel tool. I bought one > set to try, liked it so well I bought another and converted the spare > battery pack. That way I can charge them out of the transmitter (not > that it matters, the charge rate is so low that the risk of a mishap > is about the same as with NiCads or NiMh). > > I screwed around with a couple sets of NiMH's for the past several > years, they were a total waste of time, the self discharge rate got to > where I had to re-charge them if I didn't fly within a day or so of > the previous charge > > The LiPo 's pea k up at 12.5 V, essentially the same voltage as a good > set of NiCads, and discharge almost linearly, so it's easy to assess > their state of discharge. > > http://home.comcast.net/~truerc/ready_pack/ready_packs.htm > > Thx, Jerry > > Budd Engineering > jerry at buddengineering.com > http://www.buddengineering.com > > On Sep 22, 2008, at 8:56 AM, vicenterc at comcast.net wrote: > > > Has anyone done the conversion? > > > > Thanks, > > > > -- > > Vicente "Vince" Bortone > > _______________________________________________ > > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org & gt; http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From vicenterc at comcast.net Tue Sep 23 14:26:57 2008 From: vicenterc at comcast.net (vicenterc at comcast.net) Date: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 22:26:57 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] JR 10X conversion to LiPo Message-ID: <092320082226.10173.48D96D2A000CC0A7000027BD22165258060C9D0A9B020A0C0790@comcast.net> Troy, Well, that is clear like water. Thanks for the feedback. I was checking alternates since I need to replace the TX batteries for next season. I will keep using the NiMh as you recommended. -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: "Troy Newman" > Vince, > > While its not recommended there are several people that have done it. I > will say that because you will hear of XXX people that have done it with > no problems. > > JR does NOT recommend it and here is why: The output of the system is > driven by a specific design voltage. In the 72mhz stuff the output > transistor would get hot if the system was run at the higher voltage. A > 3S lipo pack comes off the charger at about 12.4-12.6V....A fully > charged stock battery pack comes off the charger at about 11.5 to 12V. > Here is what I think you should look at. The Lipo pack will maintain is > "over voltage" condition for a long time. It will stay above 11.5V most > of the time you spend flying it. Where as the Nimh or Nicd packs will > fall off to about a 10.5V range and slowly come down from there. The > high voltage condition is only for a few minutes maybe the first flight. > The lipo high Voltage condition is a long time maybe 5-8 flights. > > The issue with the 72mhz equipment was the output transistor would get > hot and start to weaken causing loss of range and possible a failure. > This is the same problem as running your TX on 72mhz and leaving it on > for long periods of time with the antenna down. The module gets hot. > This is un-needed wear and tear on the output transistor. Continued > abuse like this will weaken the output transistor...In the lipo you are > running it in a "high" volt condition for a longer period of time every > time you charge the system up. So yes it will work on day #1 and Day > #2....but What happens on Day #50 or 9 months down the road. 1 yr later? > Its not a good idea as it will weaken the system and it could cost you a > model. > > Fast forward to the DSM technology. Again we have a similar situation. > The output of the system was designed to be run at a given voltage. That > voltage is the 8cell (nicd or Nimh) packs. Not the extra 1V of head > voltage carried in the 3S lipo packs. I'm not in on the design of the > DSM output and can't tell you if it has a similar issue to the one in > the 72mhz. However in the 12X manual it states clearly.... > > "Q: Can I use a 3-cell LiPo pack in my transmitter? > > A: No. All current JR and Spektrum transmitters are designed to operate > using a 9.6-volt transmitter pack. A fully charged 3-cell LiPo pack puts > out 12.6 volts. This higher voltage can overload the power-regulating > transistor, causing damage and or failure, possibly in flight. Many of > our customers have experienced failures using 3-cell LiPo packs and > their use in JR and Spektrum transmitters is highly advised against. The > 12X system will operate for over 8 hours using the included 2000mAh NiMH > battery." > > > > This being the case the 12X is the latest system from JR. SO if it is > not Lipo capable the others are not either. Will it work? Yes, are you > taking a chance and risking your model YES. > > I don't understand the rave with the lipo TX packs. The 12X pack that > comes standard is a 2000mah pack. A replacement pack would be a > 2000-2100mah pack also... So you are not going to get more flight time > per charge. The only thing is the lipo will not self discharge as fast > as the Nimh. However I find the Nimh packs last for a very long > time....Still flyable (10.5V) after sitting for a month untouched. One > note I usually charge my TX packs with the wall C/10 charger overnight. > I sometimes will use a Sirius charger on them or a peak detection > charger for a quick field boost if its getting low. However This is a > rare thing. 90% of my charging is with the slow c/10 charge rate. At > this the Nimh packs provide extremely good service life and hold their > charge well. A guy that is always fast charging his nimh batts will have > trouble with the Nimh technology. It doesn't do as well with this type > of use. > > > By the way JR makes a 2500mah nimh that I have placed in my 9303 and > also have installed in an old 10X battery case. It works great as well. > > > > Hope this helps you. > > Troy Newman > Team JR > > > > ________________________________ > > From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org > [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of > vicenterc at comcast.net > Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 3:35 AM > To: General pattern discussion; General pattern discussion > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] JR 10X conversion to LiPo > > > Jerry, > > Are you using regulator? It looks like JR does not like the high > voltage. Probably, I am going to try to call or e-mail JR to ask. I > wonder if there is a difference between the 2.4 modules and the old > modules in regard taking higher voltage. New TX are designed to work > with LiPo. Just wondering. > > JR sponsored pilits. Can you find out? > > Thanks for all responding. > > -- > Vicente "Vince" Bortone > > > -------------- Original message -------------- > From: Budd Engineering > > > Yep, and I couldn't be happier. > > > > True R/C 2500 mAh LiPo's, $30 each, fits inside the 10X > battery holder > > with a minor amount of trimming with the Dremel tool. I bought > one > > set to try, liked it so well I bought another and converted > the spare > > battery pack. That way I can charge them out of the > transmitter (not > > that it matters, the charge rate is so low that the risk of a > mishap > > is about the same as with NiCads or NiMh). > > > > I screwed around with a couple sets of NiMH's for the past > several > > years, they were a total waste of time, the self discharge > rate got to > > where I had to re-charge them if I didn't fly within a day or > so of > > the previous charge > > > > The LiPo 's pea k up at 12.5 V, essentially the same voltage > as a good > > set of NiCads, and discharge almost linearly, so it's easy to > assess > > their state of discharge. > > > > http://home.comcast.net/~truerc/ready_pack/ready_packs.htm > > > > Thx, Jerry > > > > Budd Engineering > > jerry at buddengineering.com > > http://www.buddengineering.com > > > > On Sep 22, 2008, at 8:56 AM, vicenterc at comcast.net wrote: > > > > > Has anyone done the conversion? > > > > > > Thanks, > > > > > > -- > > > Vicente "Vince" Bortone > > > _______________________________________________ > > > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > > > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > > > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > > > _______________________________________________ > > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > & gt; http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From f3aflyer7 at gmail.com Tue Sep 23 15:34:11 2008 From: f3aflyer7 at gmail.com (Scott Pavlock) Date: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 23:34:11 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Some New Battery Technology Worth Keeping anEye On In-Reply-To: <56D6BF21C1824DDEA1AA27AC8C6FDDEF@jaysdesktop> References: <6792ef120809230549g2bc61418xa770dac78ab00cba@mail.gmail.com> <56D6BF21C1824DDEA1AA27AC8C6FDDEF@jaysdesktop> Message-ID: <72f9ee7c0809231634y3e296aecp39fee1f2407f8071@mail.gmail.com> I don't think that they were going to be produced by A123, but more or less developed by them along with help from the auto industry. Scott Pavlock On Tue, Sep 23, 2008 at 9:32 AM, Jay Marshall wrote: > Didn't the article say that these were produced by A123? "The biggest > player in the LiFePO4 marketplace for electric vehicles, however, is A123 > Systems?." > > > > *Jay **Marshall* > > -----Original Message----- > *From:* nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto: > nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] *On Behalf Of *Keith Hoard > *Sent:* Tuesday, September 23, 2008 8:49 AM > *To:* General pattern discussion > *Subject:* Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Some New Battery Technology Worth > Keeping anEye On > > > > I've run both LiFe and A123's thru a West Systems Battery Analyzer. . . The > LiFe's have higher internal resistance. > > On Tue, Sep 23, 2008 at 7:46 AM, Stuart Chale > wrote: > > Isn't this the same technology as A123 cells? Much better reliability and > more cycles but at a weight penalty. A pack to equal our 10S motor packs > would weigh about 1 pound more. > > Stuart C > > Scott Pavlock wrote: > > I found this article today and thought you guys might be interested. I > personally like the part that says "These batteries will typically perform > well in temperatures up to 400-Degrees F." > > > http://www.metaefficient.com/rechargeable-batteries/innovative-lifepo4-batteries-electric-vehicles.html > > Scott Pavlock > > > ------------------------------ > > > > _______________________________________________ > > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > > > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > > > > -- > > Keith Hoard > Collierville, TN > khoard at gmail.com > > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From ed_alt at hotmail.com Tue Sep 23 16:20:48 2008 From: ed_alt at hotmail.com (Ed Alt) Date: Wed, 24 Sep 2008 00:20:48 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls References: <932752.70922.qm@web82104.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: I've created a monster... ----- Original Message ----- From: Anthony Abdullah To: General pattern discussion Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 10:42 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls I like that idea!! The rudder could even be mixed to low throttle so each half moves in opposite directions for downline braking, or would that just cause the plane to spin, which could also be cool. --- On Tue, 9/23/08, rcmaster199 at aol.com wrote: From: rcmaster199 at aol.com Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls To: homeremodeling2003 at yahoo.com, nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2008, 11:30 AM Woa Ed....A one piece rudder wouldn't move much at all so how could it scrape the bench....who are you trying to chide?? That gives me an idea....maybe we should build elevators as 1 piece and rudders as 2 piece. Split rudders will eliminate any belly or canopy pitching. If each half was driven with a separate servo on separate channels, they might be programmed to move differentially and eliminate roll couple also. QED!! Just in case you forgot to trim your triangle, this is a simpler shearing of the hair Matt -----Original Message----- From: krishlan fitzsimmons To: General pattern discussion Sent: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 1:46 am Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls Did you put the elevator upside down Ed? You have to make sure you put the non scraping side down.. Chris --- On Mon, 9/22/08, Ed Alt <ed_alt at hotmail.com> wrote: From: Ed Alt <ed_alt at hotmail.com> Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls To: "General pattern discussion" <nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> Date: Monday, September 22, 2008, 10:03 PM I just tried that. Something doesn't look exactly right and the elevator is scraping the workbench now. What am I doing wrong? Ed ----- Original Message ----- From: JShulman To: General pattern discussion Sent: Monday, September 22, 2008 11:30 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls swap rudder with elevator Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Bob Wilson Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 12:24 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls I'm probably opening this up for lots of discussion, but what is the correct technique for a snap? For an inside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before (same direction) aileron and up elevator. For an outside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before opposite aileron and down elevator. Problem is, I watch the big boys do snaps on my TOC videos and mine look so raggedy-ass. _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion_______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org =0 Ahttp://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From mwaustin54 at cox.net Tue Sep 23 17:53:43 2008 From: mwaustin54 at cox.net (mwaustin54 at cox.net) Date: Wed, 24 Sep 2008 01:53:43 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] For Sale Message-ID: <20080923215342.JSLV7.439524.imail@fed1rmwml35> I'll post this for anyone interested before going to RCU with it. Low time OS 140RX w/ Mintor 2 plug head & standard head included $275.00 Mueller header for same motor - $25.00 Hyde "A" mount for same motor - $75.00 OS pipe- excellent condition - $ 85.00 Package deal for 450.00 !! Be happy to provide pics and info if interested. Email me anytime. Mike Austin From mwaustin54 at cox.net Tue Sep 23 17:56:47 2008 From: mwaustin54 at cox.net (mwaustin54 at cox.net) Date: Wed, 24 Sep 2008 01:56:47 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] For Sale Message-ID: <20080923215647.35R0A.439574.imail@fed1rmwml35> I'll post this for anyone interested before going to RCU with it. Low time OS 140RX w/ Mintor 2 plug head & standard head included $275.00 Mueller header for same motor - $25.00 Hyde "A" mount for same motor - $75.00 OS pipe- excellent condition - $ 85.00 Package deal for 450.00 !! Be happy to provide pics and info if interested. Email me anytime. Mike Austin From verne at twmi.rr.com Tue Sep 23 19:41:56 2008 From: verne at twmi.rr.com (Verne Koester) Date: Wed, 24 Sep 2008 03:41:56 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls References: <932752.70922.qm@web82104.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <8D4F53A51D8D4C30BD2DCD911DEE1853@Vinnie> Monster's been there all along. You just let him out...... Verne ----- Original Message ----- From: Ed Alt To: aabdu at sbcglobal.net ; General pattern discussion Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 8:20 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls I've created a monster... ----- Original Message ----- From: Anthony Abdullah To: General pattern discussion Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 10:42 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls I like that idea!! The rudder could even be mixed to low throttle so each half moves in opposite directions for downline braking, or would that just cause the plane to spin, which could also be cool. --- On Tue, 9/23/08, rcmaster199 at aol.com wrote: From: rcmaster199 at aol.com Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls To: homeremodeling2003 at yahoo.com, nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2008, 11:30 AM Woa Ed....A one piece rudder wouldn't move much at all so how could it scrape the bench....who are you trying to chide?? That gives me an idea....maybe we should build elevators as 1 piece and rudders as 2 piece. Split rudders will eliminate any belly or canopy pitching. If each half was driven with a separate servo on separate channels, they might be programmed to move differentially and eliminate roll couple also. QED!! Just in case you forgot to trim your triangle, this is a simpler shearing of the hair Matt -----Original Message----- From: krishlan fitzsimmons To: General pattern discussion Sent: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 1:46 am Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls Did you put the elevator upside down Ed? You have to make sure you put the non scraping side down.. Chris --- On Mon, 9/22/08, Ed Alt <ed_alt at hotmail.com> wrote: From: Ed Alt <ed_alt at hotmail.com> Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls To: "General pattern discussion" <nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> Date: Monday, September 22, 2008, 10:03 PM I just tried that. Something doesn't look exactly right and the elevator is scraping the workbench now. What am I doing wrong? Ed ----- Original Message ----- From: JShulman To: General pattern discussion Sent: Monday, September 22, 2008 11:30 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls swap rudder with elevator Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Bob Wilson Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 12:24 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls I'm probably opening this up for lots of discussion, but what is the correct technique for a snap? For an inside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before (same direction) aileron and up elevator. For an outside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before opposite aileron and down elevator. Problem is, I watch the big boys do snaps on my TOC videos and mine look so raggedy-ass. _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion_______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org =0 Ahttp://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jnhiller at earthlink.net Wed Sep 24 08:10:45 2008 From: jnhiller at earthlink.net (J N Hiller) Date: Wed, 24 Sep 2008 16:10:45 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls In-Reply-To: <8D4F53A51D8D4C30BD2DCD911DEE1853@Vinnie> Message-ID: How about another serious question? In moving to masters (2009) I wonder about the 45 down 1 1/2 snap to inverted. Is there a preferred direction? Should the rudder be released after the 1 full snap to avoid pitching the nose down? This may be the least of my problems but I would like to hear your views on this. Sometimes I feel like I need to re-learn straight and level flight but I am committed to moving up. Thanks in advance. Jim Hiller -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Verne Koester Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 8:42 PM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls Monster's been there all along. You just let him out...... Verne ----- Original Message ----- From: Ed Alt To: aabdu at sbcglobal.net ; General pattern discussion Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 8:20 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls I've created a monster... ----- Original Message ----- From: Anthony Abdullah To: General pattern discussion Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 10:42 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls I like that idea!! The rudder could even be mixed to low throttle so each half moves in opposite directions for downline braking, or would that just cause the plane to spin, which could also be cool. --- On Tue, 9/23/08, rcmaster199 at aol.com < rcmaster199 at aol.com > wrote: From: rcmaster199 at aol.com < rcmaster199 at aol.com > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls To: homeremodeling2003 at yahoo.com, nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2008, 11:30 AM Woa Ed....A one piece rudder wouldn't move much at all so how could it scrape the bench....who are you trying to chide?? That gives me an idea....maybe we should build elevators as 1 piece and rudders as 2 piece. Split rudders will eliminate any belly or canopy pitching. If each half was driven with a separate servo on separate channels, they might be programmed to move differentially and eliminate roll couple also. QED!! Just in case you forgot to trim your triangle, this is a simpler shearing of the hair Matt -----Original Message----- From: krishlan fitzsimmons To: General pattern discussion Sent: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 1:46 am Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls Did you put the elevator upside down Ed? You have to make sure you put the non scraping side down.. Chris --- On Mon, 9/22/08, Ed Alt <ed_alt at hotmail.com> wrote: From: Ed Alt <ed_alt at hotmail.com> Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls To: "General pattern discussion" <nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> Date: Monday, September 22, 2008, 10:03 PM I just tried that. Something doesn't look exactly right and the elevator is scraping the workbench now. What am I doing wrong? Ed ----- Original Message ----- From: JShulman To: General pattern discussion Sent: Monday, September 22, 2008 11:30 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls swap rudder with elevator Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Bob Wilson Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 12:24 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls I'm probably opening this up for lots of discussion, but what is the correct technique for a snap? For an inside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before (same direction) aileron and up elevator. For an outside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before opposite aileron and down elevator. Problem is, I watch the big boys do snaps on my TOC videos and mine look so raggedy-ass. _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion____________________ ___________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org =0 Ahttp://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _____ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _____ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From mups1953 at yahoo.com Wed Sep 24 09:07:22 2008 From: mups1953 at yahoo.com (mike mueller) Date: Wed, 24 Sep 2008 17:07:22 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <417137.99314.qm@web51003.mail.re2.yahoo.com> ?Jim I think the snap looks better if you snap away from yourself. So from right to left snap to the right and from left to right the opposite. ?Verne K. did the best 45 degree down 1.5 positive snap I've seen this last weekend. He has an intersting way of programming his Futaba 14MZ so that he can lead with elevator but when he goes to bury the sticks in the corners it backs off on the elevator. Net results are some pretty impressive looking snaps.? Mike --- On Wed, 9/24/08, J N Hiller wrote: From: J N Hiller Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls To: "General pattern discussion" Date: Wednesday, September 24, 2008, 11:10 AM How about another serious question? In moving to masters (2009) I wonder about the 45 down 1 1/2 snap to inverted. Is there a preferred direction? Should the rudder be released after the 1 full snap to avoid pitching the nose down? This may be the least of my problems but I would like to hear your views on this. Sometimes I feel like I need to re-learn straight and level flight but I am committed to moving up. Thanks in advance. Jim Hiller ? -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Verne Koester Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 8:42 PM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls ? Monster's been there all along. You just let him out...... ? Verne ? ? ----- Original Message ----- From: Ed Alt To: aabdu at sbcglobal.net ; General pattern discussion Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 8:20 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls ? I've created a monster... ----- Original Message ----- From: Anthony Abdullah To: General pattern discussion Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 10:42 AM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls ? I like that idea!! The rudder could even be mixed to low throttle so?each half moves in opposite directions for downline braking, or would that just cause the plane to spin, which could also be cool. --- On Tue, 9/23/08, rcmaster199 at aol.com wrote: From: rcmaster199 at aol.com Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls To: homeremodeling2003 at yahoo.com, nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2008, 11:30 AMWoa Ed....A one piece rudder wouldn't move much at all so how could it scrape the bench....who are you trying to chide???That gives me an idea....maybe we should build elevators as 1 piece and rudders as 2 piece. Split rudders will eliminate any belly or canopy pitching. If each half was driven with a separate servo on separate channels, they might be programmed to move differentially and eliminate roll couple also. QED!!?Just in case you forgot to trim your triangle, this is a simpler shearing of the hair?Matt?-----Original Message-----From: krishlan fitzsimmons To: General pattern discussion Sent: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 1:46 amSubject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls?Did you put the elevator upside down Ed? You have to make sure you put the non scraping side down..???Chris?? ?? ?? ??--- On Mon, 9/22/08, Ed Alt <ed_alt at hotmail.com> wrote:From: Ed Alt <ed_alt at hotmail.com>Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rollsTo: "General pattern discussion" <nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org>Date: Monday, September 22, 2008, 10:03 PM??????I just tried that.?Something doesn't lookexactly right and the elevator is scraping the workbench now.? What am Idoing wrong???Ed?? ----- Original Message -----? From:? JShulman?? To: General pattern discussion?? Sent: Monday, September 22, 2008 11:30? PM? Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap? rolls??? swap rudder? with elevator? ?? Regards,Jasonwww.jasonshulman.comwww.shulmanaviation.comwww.composite-arf.com????? -----Original Message-----From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org??? [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Bob??? WilsonSent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 12:24 AMTo:??? General pattern discussionSubject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap??? rolls??????? I'm probably opening this up for lots of discussion, but what is the??? correct technique for a snap???? ????? For an inside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before (same direction)??? aileron?and up elevator.???? For an outside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before opposite aileron??? and down elevator.??? ???? 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The rudder could even be mixed to low throttle so?each half moves in opposite directions for downline braking, or would that just cause the plane to spin, which could also be cool. --- On Tue, 9/23/08, rcmaster199 at aol.com <rcmaster199 at aol.com> wrote: From: rcmaster199 at aol.com <rcmaster199 at aol.com> Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls To: homeremodeling2003 at yahoo.com, nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2008, 11:30 AM Woa Ed....A one piece rudder wouldn't move much at all so how could it scrape the bench....who are you trying to chide?? That gives me an idea....maybe we should build elevators as 1 piece and rudders as 2 piece. Split rudders will eliminate any belly or canopy pitching. If each half was driven with a separate servo on separate channels, they might be programmed to move differentially and eliminate roll couple also. QED!! Just in case you forgot to trim your triangle, this is a simpler shearing of the hair Matt -----Original Message----- From: krishlan fitzsimmons <homeremodeling2003 at yahoo.com> To: General pattern discussion <nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> Sent: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 1:46 am Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls Did you put the elevator upside down Ed? You have to make sure you put the non scraping side down.. Chris ? ? ? --- On Mon, 9/22/08, Ed Alt <ed_alt at hotmail.com> wrote: From: Ed Alt <ed_alt at hotmail.com> Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls To: "General pattern discussion" <nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> Date: Monday, September 22, 2008, 10:03 PM I just tried that.?Something doesn't look exactly right and the elevator is scraping the workbench now.? What am I doing wrong?? ? Ed ----- Original Message ----- From: JShulman To: General pattern discussion Sent: Monday, September 22, 2008 11:30 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls swap rudder with elevator ? Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Bob Wilson Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 12:24 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Snap rolls I'm probably opening this up for lots of discussion, but what is the correct technique for a snap? ? For an inside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before (same direction) aileron?and up elevator. For an outside snap, I apply rudder a fraction before opposite aileron and down elevator. ? Problem is, I watch the big boys do snaps on my TOC?videos and mine look so raggedy-ass. _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion_______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org =0 Ahttp://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion ______________________________________________ _ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion_______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From pcosky at comcast.net Wed Sep 24 16:57:00 2008 From: pcosky at comcast.net (Pete Cosky) Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 00:57:00 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Sept Kfactor question References: <003e01c91ea1$5e9cc4b0$6a440a0a@usa.ccu.clearchannel.com> <7a5634980809241746r5b1320bdocfc413be1bc57a2d@mail.gmail.com> Message-ID: <007d01c91ea9$99fd4b30$6a440a0a@usa.ccu.clearchannel.com> Thanks. I converted it to an older XLS format as well for those without the latest office product. ----- Original Message ----- From: Chris Fitzsimmons To: Pete Cosky ; nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Sent: Wednesday, September 24, 2008 8:46 PM Subject: Re: Sept Kfactor question No problem Pete. I will add the list in on this also as others may want this also. Maybe Marty will put it on the website also. Chris On 9/24/08, Pete Cosky wrote: Kris, You wouldn't happen to have the actual spreadsheet of equipment used at the nats from the first pages of the Sept. KF would you? It would make my life so much easier to just open an excel spread sheet and sort by columns. Pete NSRCA 3866 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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Chris On 9/24/08, Pete Cosky wrote: Kris, You wouldn't happen to have the actual spreadsheet of equipment used at the nats from the first pages of the Sept. KF would you? It would make my life so much easier to just open an excel spread sheet and sort by columns. Pete NSRCA 3866 _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _________________________________________________________________ Stay up to date on your PC, the Web, and your mobile phone with Windows Live. http://clk.atdmt.com/MRT/go/msnnkwxp1020093185mrt/direct/01/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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I converted it to an older XLS format as well for those without the latest office product. ----- Original Message ----- From: Chris Fitzsimmons To: Pete Cosky ; nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Sent: Wednesday, September 24, 2008 8:46 PM Subject: Re: Sept Kfactor question No problem Pete. I will add the list in on this also as others may want this also. Maybe Marty will put it on the website also. Chris On 9/24/08, Pete Cosky wrote: Kris, You wouldn't happen to have the actual spreadsheet of equipment used at the nats from the first pages of the Sept. KF would you? It would make my life so much easier to just open an excel spread sheet and sort by columns. Pete NSRCA 3866 _____ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _____ Stay up to date on your PC, the Web, and your mobile phone with Windows Live. See Now -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: 2008 Nats Pilot Information Sheet.xls Type: application/vnd.ms-excel Size: 39424 bytes Desc: not available URL: From troy at troynewman.net Wed Sep 24 17:52:08 2008 From: troy at troynewman.net (Troy Newman) Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 01:52:08 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Sept Kfactor question In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: They also missed a bunch of FAI guys that were on the list, but didn't get printed. ________________________________ From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of chris moon Sent: Wednesday, September 24, 2008 6:16 PM To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Sept Kfactor question Awesome. Thanks Pete! I was having a hard time aligning the pages in the KFactor to see the right data. Printer must have been slightly out of alignment on my copy. Chris Pete Cosky wrote: Thanks. I converted it to an older XLS format as well for those without the latest office product. ----- Original Message ----- From: Chris Fitzsimmons To: Pete Cosky ; nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Sent: Wednesday, September 24, 2008 8:46 PM Subject: Re: Sept Kfactor question No problem Pete. I will add the list in on this also as others may want this also. Maybe Marty will put it on the website also. Chris On 9/24/08, Pete Cosky wrote: Kris, You wouldn't happen to have the actual spreadsheet of equipment used at the nats from the first pages of the Sept. KF would you? It would make my life so much easier to just open an excel spread sheet and sort by columns. 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Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Derek Koopowitz Sent: Wednesday, September 24, 2008 9:46 PM To: 'General pattern discussion' Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Sept Kfactor question Here is the actual spreadie... ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- -- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of chris moon Sent: Wednesday, September 24, 2008 6:16 PM To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Sept Kfactor question Awesome. Thanks Pete! I was having a hard time aligning the pages in the KFactor to see the right data. Printer must have been slightly out of alignment on my copy. Chris Pete Cosky wrote: Thanks. I converted it to an older XLS format as well for those without the latest office product. ----- Original Message ----- From: Chris Fitzsimmons To: Pete Cosky ; nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Sent: Wednesday, September 24, 2008 8:46 PM Subject: Re: Sept Kfactor question No problem Pete. I will add the list in on this also as others may want this also. Maybe Marty will put it on the website also. Chris On 9/24/08, Pete Cosky wrote: Kris, You wouldn't happen to have the actual spreadsheet of equipment used at the nats from the first pages of the Sept. KF would you? It would make my life so much easier to just open an excel spread sheet and sort by columns. 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Some people didn't submit their info. Chris ? ? ? --- On Wed, 9/24/08, Troy Newman wrote: From: Troy Newman Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Sept Kfactor question To: "General pattern discussion" Date: Wednesday, September 24, 2008, 6:52 PM #yiv1055234586 .hmmessage P { PADDING-RIGHT:0px;PADDING-LEFT:0px;PADDING-BOTTOM:0px;MARGIN:0px;PADDING-TOP:0px;} #yiv1055234586 { FONT-SIZE:10pt;FONT-FAMILY:Tahoma;} They also missed a bunch of FAI guys that were on the list, but didn't get printed. From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of chris moon Sent: Wednesday, September 24, 2008 6:16 PM To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Sept Kfactor question Awesome.? Thanks Pete! I was having a hard time aligning the pages in the KFactor to see the right data.? Printer must have been slightly out of alignment on my copy. Chris Pete Cosky wrote: Thanks. I converted it to an older XLS format as well for those without the latest office product. ----- Original Message ----- From: Chris Fitzsimmons To: Pete Cosky ; nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Sent: Wednesday, September 24, 2008 8:46 PM Subject: Re: Sept Kfactor question No problem Pete. I will add the list in on this also as others may want this also. Maybe Marty will put it on the website also. Chris On 9/24/08, Pete Cosky wrote: Kris, You wouldn't happen to have the actual spreadsheet of equipment used at the nats from the first pages of the Sept. KF would you? It would make my life so much easier to just open an excel spread sheet and sort by columns. Pete NSRCA 3866 _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion Stay up to date on your PC, the Web, and your mobile phone with Windows Live. 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Terry Beachler From trexlesh at msn.com Wed Sep 24 21:40:01 2008 From: trexlesh at msn.com (Rex) Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 05:40:01 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Canopy paint In-Reply-To: <20080925053143.959D0114A5@bridi.netexpress.com> References: <20080925053143.959D0114A5@bridi.netexpress.com> Message-ID: Terry If you want to do it the easy way and aren't set up to spray with a gun, just go to the local hobby shop and get some of the little rattle cans of paint made to spray plastic car bodies.... Most of them are clear and painted on the inside. I believe Pactra makes that sort of paint. Rex Lesher > Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 00:31:25 -0500> To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> From: terryb at beachlers.com> Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Canopy paint> > Hi flyers> > I am about to finish a Venus II and would like to paint the inside of > the canopy black, gray, or other appropriate color. Any paint > recommendations? I do not want to turn the canopy into a ball of > melted plastic.> > Terry Beachler> > _______________________________________________> NSRCA-discussion mailing list> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From humptybump at sbcglobal.net Thu Sep 25 03:33:24 2008 From: humptybump at sbcglobal.net (Richard Lewis) Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 11:33:24 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Canopy paint In-Reply-To: <20080925053143.959D0114A5@bridi.netexpress.com> References: <20080925053143.959D0114A5@bridi.netexpress.com> Message-ID: <751A9AA0249845EF936A0DBAC326800D@LEWISHOME> I painted the inside of one with Dupli-color auto touch up paint with no problems. You can get some really nice metallic colors with these paints. Did not seem to affect the canopy plastic in any way. Mask the insie edge if you are going to glue it down later. Richard -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Terry Beachler Sent: Thursday, September 25, 2008 12:31 AM To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Canopy paint Hi flyers I am about to finish a Venus II and would like to paint the inside of the canopy black, gray, or other appropriate color. Any paint recommendations? I do not want to turn the canopy into a ball of melted plastic. Terry Beachler _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion Internal Virus Database is out-of-date. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.6.17/1657 - Release Date: 9/6/2008 8:07 PM Internal Virus Database is out-of-date. Checked by AVG. 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Jon Lowe -----Original Message----- From: Terry Beachler To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Sent: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 12:31 am Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Canopy paint Hi flyers? ? I am about to finish a Venus II and would like to paint the inside of the canopy black, gray, or other appropriate color. Any paint recommendations? I do not want to turn the canopy into a ball of melted plastic.? ? Terry Beachler? ? _______________________________________________? NSRCA-discussion mailing list? NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org? http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion? -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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One guy in our club used black paint on the inside of his Venus canopy. Got so hot, it distorted. The tint I used doesn't seem to do that. Jon Lowe -----Original Message----- From: Terry Beachler To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Sent: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 12:31 am Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Canopy paint Hi flyers I am about to finish a Venus II and would like to paint the inside of the canopy black, gray, or other appropriate color. Any paint recommendations? I do not want to turn the canopy into a ball of melted plastic. Terry Beachler _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion Find phone numbers fast with the New AOL Yellow Pages! -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- An embedded message was scrubbed... From: Jon Lowe Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Canopy paint Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 12:16:43 +0000 Size: 670 URL: From homeremodeling2003 at yahoo.com Thu Sep 25 06:27:03 2008 From: homeremodeling2003 at yahoo.com (krishlan fitzsimmons) Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 14:27:03 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Canopy paint In-Reply-To: <20080925053143.959D0114A5@bridi.netexpress.com> Message-ID: <58203.20399.qm@web33004.mail.mud.yahoo.com> If you don't want it to melt, don't paint it black. I just painted mine Candy Blue on the Element. The pic is on the Element build thread under Electric on RCU. Painted with the car spray paint. Very easy. Chris ? ? ? --- On Wed, 9/24/08, Terry Beachler wrote: From: Terry Beachler Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Canopy paint To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Date: Wednesday, September 24, 2008, 10:31 PM Hi flyers I am about to finish a Venus II and would like to paint the inside of the canopy black, gray, or other appropriate color. Any paint recommendations? I do not want to turn the canopy into a ball of melted plastic. Terry Beachler _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From lightfoot at sc.rr.com Thu Sep 25 07:14:05 2008 From: lightfoot at sc.rr.com (Jay Marshall) Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 15:14:05 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Canopy paint In-Reply-To: <58203.20399.qm@web33004.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <8F56691389154BE8B08A43A8BD338BFD@jaysdesktop> If you want easy smoke, use Rit dyes. Jay Marshall -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of krishlan fitzsimmons Sent: Thursday, September 25, 2008 10:27 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Canopy paint If you don't want it to melt, don't paint it black. I just painted mine Candy Blue on the Element. The pic is on the Element build thread under Electric on RCU. Painted with the car spray paint. Very easy. Chris --- On Wed, 9/24/08, Terry Beachler wrote: From: Terry Beachler Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Canopy paint To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Date: Wednesday, September 24, 2008, 10:31 PM Hi flyers I am about to finish a Venus II and would like to paint the inside of the canopy black, gray, or other appropriate color. Any paint recommendations? I do not want to turn the canopy into a ball of melted plastic. Terry Beachler _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From aabdu at sbcglobal.net Thu Sep 25 08:04:38 2008 From: aabdu at sbcglobal.net (Anthony Abdullah) Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 16:04:38 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors In-Reply-To: <751A9AA0249845EF936A0DBAC326800D@LEWISHOME> Message-ID: <388861.5822.qm@web82104.mail.mud.yahoo.com> As I am doing my research into the world of electric pattern I have come across the HXT line of electric motors. It appears that the HXT 63-64 B230 is a fraction of the cost of the comparable AXI motor ($60 vs.$200+)?with very similar performance numbers, physical dimensions, etc. In fact, according to the info?I saw?it is even 12 grams lighter. ? Being a realist I have to ask the question; what's the catch? Will it burn out after three flights, does it run excessively hot, does it smell like bacon? I don't get it. Is it just a cheap Chinese knock off, a very good value, or both? What I really want to know is, is the motor viable for F3A pattern? ? I appreciate any information you guys can provide, particularly from those who have used them or seen them run. ? Thanks a bunch Anthony -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From homeremodeling2003 at yahoo.com Thu Sep 25 08:08:40 2008 From: homeremodeling2003 at yahoo.com (krishlan fitzsimmons) Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 16:08:40 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors In-Reply-To: <388861.5822.qm@web82104.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <796444.93363.qm@web33002.mail.mud.yahoo.com> I have a friend running these down in Southern California. He has gone through a couple fairly quickly. But the one he's on now, I think he has 50 or more flights on. Chris ? ? ? --- On Thu, 9/25/08, Anthony Abdullah wrote: From: Anthony Abdullah Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors To: "General pattern discussion" Date: Thursday, September 25, 2008, 9:04 AM As I am doing my research into the world of electric pattern I have come across the HXT line of electric motors. It appears that the HXT 63-64 B230 is a fraction of the cost of the comparable AXI motor ($60 vs.$200+)?with very similar performance numbers, physical dimensions, etc. In fact, according to the info?I saw?it is even 12 grams lighter. ? Being a realist I have to ask the question; what's the catch? Will it burn out after three flights, does it run excessively hot, does it smell like bacon? I don't get it. Is it just a cheap Chinese knock off, a very good value, or both? What I really want to know is, is the motor viable for F3A pattern? ? I appreciate any information you guys can provide, particularly from those who have used them or seen them run. ? Thanks a bunch Anthony _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From homeremodeling2003 at yahoo.com Thu Sep 25 08:11:42 2008 From: homeremodeling2003 at yahoo.com (krishlan fitzsimmons) Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 16:11:42 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors In-Reply-To: <388861.5822.qm@web82104.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <639304.66396.qm@web33008.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Oh, forgot to add, he loves the power. He fly's intermediate, so don't know about power for the other classes. And not sure on the weight. I will tell you to not believe the weights that are advertised on some of the E stuff. Sometimes deceiving. I will see if I can get him to reply to me. Chris ? ? ? --- On Thu, 9/25/08, Anthony Abdullah wrote: From: Anthony Abdullah Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors To: "General pattern discussion" Date: Thursday, September 25, 2008, 9:04 AM As I am doing my research into the world of electric pattern I have come across the HXT line of electric motors. It appears that the HXT 63-64 B230 is a fraction of the cost of the comparable AXI motor ($60 vs.$200+)?with very similar performance numbers, physical dimensions, etc. In fact, according to the info?I saw?it is even 12 grams lighter. ? Being a realist I have to ask the question; what's the catch? Will it burn out after three flights, does it run excessively hot, does it smell like bacon? I don't get it. Is it just a cheap Chinese knock off, a very good value, or both? What I really want to know is, is the motor viable for F3A pattern? ? I appreciate any information you guys can provide, particularly from those who have used them or seen them run. ? 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Only flew it a few times so I don't have any longevity info for you. Chris Anthony Abdullah wrote: As I am doing my research into the world of electric pattern I have come across the HXT line of electric motors. It appears that the HXT 63-64 B230 is a fraction of the cost of the comparable AXI motor ($60 vs.$200+) with very similar performance numbers, physical dimensions, etc. In fact, according to the info I saw it is even 12 grams lighter. Being a realist I have to ask the question; what's the catch? Will it burn out after three flights, does it run excessively hot, does it smell like bacon? I don't get it. Is it just a cheap Chinese knock off, a very good value, or both? What I really want to know is, is the motor viable for F3A pattern? I appreciate any information you guys can provide, particularly from those who have used them or seen them run. Thanks a bunch Anthony _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _________________________________________________________________ Stay up to date on your PC, the Web, and your mobile phone with Windows Live. http://clk.atdmt.com/MRT/go/msnnkwxp1020093185mrt/direct/01/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From dwaynenancy at suddenlink.net Thu Sep 25 08:37:11 2008 From: dwaynenancy at suddenlink.net (Dwayne Brown) Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 16:37:11 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors In-Reply-To: <388861.5822.qm@web82104.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: I have a friend in 79109 who is trying one in comparison to an AXI motor. Next week for the results. Dwayne -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Anthony Abdullah Sent: Thursday, September 25, 2008 11:05 AM To: General pattern discussion Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors As I am doing my research into the world of electric pattern I have come across the HXT line of electric motors. It appears that the HXT 63-64 B230 is a fraction of the cost of the comparable AXI motor ($60 vs.$200+) with very similar performance numbers, physical dimensions, etc. In fact, according to the info I saw it is even 12 grams lighter. Being a realist I have to ask the question; what's the catch? Will it burn out after three flights, does it run excessively hot, does it smell like bacon? I don't get it. Is it just a cheap Chinese knock off, a very good value, or both? What I really want to know is, is the motor viable for F3A pattern? I appreciate any information you guys can provide, particularly from those who have used them or seen them run. Thanks a bunch Anthony No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.169 / Virus Database: 270.7.2/1690 - Release Date: 9/25/2008 7:05 AM -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From kerlock at comcast.net Thu Sep 25 08:59:22 2008 From: kerlock at comcast.net (Mike Hester) Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 16:59:22 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors References: <388861.5822.qm@web82104.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <90442B0D99C14054AE264B777C8C6207@Sanity> Ok, some in depth answers. We did in fact test this motor last season on a Black Magic V2, flying masters. We used the HXT 63-64B 230kv motor. We used a CC HV85 controller, Tanic and vampower packs. Power is certainly not a problem for this motor. It is fairly comparable to the AXI. 2700 watts, 82 amps, 6200 RPM on an APC 20x14. the motor never got over 110 degrees. Longevity: we got well over 100 flights on it before the plane was lost, no problems whatsoever. This was using Esprit stand off mounts as well, o nose mounting. No can issues, nothing, it just delivered. your results may vary of course. These are "cheap" chinese motors and you do not have the support structure in place like the name brands. but considering you can buy almost 4 of them for the price of one AXI, it's pretty interesting. I've run a lot of these chinese motors and maybe I'm just lucky, but I just don't have problems. I keep hearing about problems with darned near everything, including name brand stuff, and the only issue we've run into yet was a very early bearing failure with an AXI...that's all. Ever. I have yet to install one of these on a VF3, and wonder about it because by it's very nature you will have to use more power to fly it. I realize 82 amps is a lot, but the packs never got warm, nor did the speed control or motor, so who knows. in short, if this is your first forray into electrics of this size, you would probably be better off with the AXI just from the standpoint of support. But so far I can't find a thing wrong with this motor, or else I am just that lucky (and THAT is highly unlikely, trust me!) -Mike ----- Original Message ----- From: Anthony Abdullah To: General pattern discussion Sent: Thursday, September 25, 2008 12:04 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors As I am doing my research into the world of electric pattern I have come across the HXT line of electric motors. It appears that the HXT 63-64 B230 is a fraction of the cost of the comparable AXI motor ($60 vs.$200+) with very similar performance numbers, physical dimensions, etc. In fact, according to the info I saw it is even 12 grams lighter. Being a realist I have to ask the question; what's the catch? Will it burn out after three flights, does it run excessively hot, does it smell like bacon? I don't get it. Is it just a cheap Chinese knock off, a very good value, or both? What I really want to know is, is the motor viable for F3A pattern? I appreciate any information you guys can provide, particularly from those who have used them or seen them run. 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URL: From getterflash at yahoo.com Thu Sep 25 09:20:57 2008 From: getterflash at yahoo.com (Bob Kane) Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 17:20:57 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors Message-ID: <259498.56578.qm@web36708.mail.mud.yahoo.com> I'm going to use a Great Planes Rimfire 63-62-250 in my Integral. I have tested it and it is in the same ballpark as the "designer" motors. The only caution I would throw out there is unless you have a solid basic understanding of electric circuits and access to a wattmeter, you are better off copying a successful setup (including the prop). A fueled motor will tolerate a too-large prop by not delivering enough power and a too-small prop by spinning faster. An electric setup will create a fuse somewhere in the circuit if the prop is too large, and you are wasting potential power if the prop is not large enough. The motor will be controlled with a Castle HV85 controller and power supplied by Thunderpower packs. Bob Kane getterflash at yahoo.com ----- Original Message ---- From: Anthony Abdullah To: General pattern discussion Sent: Thursday, September 25, 2008 12:04:36 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors As I am doing my research into the world of electric pattern I have come across the HXT line of electric motors. It appears that the HXT 63-64 B230 is a fraction of the cost of the comparable AXI motor ($60 vs.$200+) with very similar performance numbers, physical dimensions, etc. In fact, according to the info I saw it is even 12 grams lighter. Being a realist I have to ask the question; what's the catch? Will it burn out after three flights, does it run excessively hot, does it smell like bacon? I don't get it. Is it just a cheap Chinese knock off, a very good value, or both? What I really want to know is, is the motor viable for F3A pattern? I appreciate any information you guys can provide, particularly from those who have used them or seen them run. Thanks a bunch Anthony -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From anthonyr105 at hotmail.com Thu Sep 25 09:30:43 2008 From: anthonyr105 at hotmail.com (Anthony Romano) Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 17:30:43 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors In-Reply-To: <90442B0D99C14054AE264B777C8C6207@Sanity> References: <388861.5822.qm@web82104.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <90442B0D99C14054AE264B777C8C6207@Sanity> Message-ID: Hi Mike, Are you sure on that prop size? From: kerlock at comcast.netTo: aabdu at sbcglobal.net; nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.orgDate: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 12:59:16 -0400Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors Ok, some in depth answers. We did in fact test this motor last season on a Black Magic V2, flying masters. We used the HXT 63-64B 230kv motor. We used a CC HV85 controller, Tanic and vampower packs. Power is certainly not a problem for this motor. It is fairly comparable to the AXI. 2700 watts, 82 amps, 6200 RPM on an APC 20x14. the motor never got over 110 degrees. Longevity: we got well over 100 flights on it before the plane was lost, no problems whatsoever. This was using Esprit stand off mounts as well, o nose mounting. No can issues, nothing, it just delivered. your results may vary of course. These are "cheap" chinese motors and you do not have the support structure in place like the name brands. but considering you can buy almost 4 of them for the price of one AXI, it's pretty interesting. I've run a lot of these chinese motors and maybe I'm just lucky, but I just don't have problems. I keep hearing about problems with darned near everything, including name brand stuff, and the only issue we've run into yet was a very early bearing failure with an AXI...that's all. Ever. I have yet to install one of these on a VF3, and wonder about it because by it's very nature you will have to use more power to fly it. I realize 82 amps is a lot, but the packs never got warm, nor did the speed control or motor, so who knows. in short, if this is your first forray into electrics of this size, you would probably be better off with the AXI just from the standpoint of support. But so far I can't find a thing wrong with this motor, or else I am just that lucky (and THAT is highly unlikely, trust me!) -Mike ----- Original Message ----- From: Anthony Abdullah To: General pattern discussion Sent: Thursday, September 25, 2008 12:04 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors As I am doing my research into the world of electric pattern I have come across the HXT line of electric motors. It appears that the HXT 63-64 B230 is a fraction of the cost of the comparable AXI motor ($60 vs.$200+) with very similar performance numbers, physical dimensions, etc. In fact, according to the info I saw it is even 12 grams lighter. Being a realist I have to ask the question; what's the catch? Will it burn out after three flights, does it run excessively hot, does it smell like bacon? I don't get it. Is it just a cheap Chinese knock off, a very good value, or both? What I really want to know is, is the motor viable for F3A pattern? I appreciate any information you guys can provide, particularly from those who have used them or seen them run. Thanks a bunch AnthonyE-mail message checked by Spyware Doctor (5.5.1.322)Database version: 5.10780ehttp://www.pctools.com/spyware-doctor/ _______________________________________________NSRCA-discussion mailing listNSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.orghttp://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussionE-mail message checked by Spyware Doctor (5.5.1.322)Database version: 5.10780ehttp://www.pctools.com/en/spyware-doctor/E-mail message checked by Spyware Doctor (5.5.1.322)Database version: 5.10780ehttp://www.pctools.com/spyware-doctor/ _________________________________________________________________ Stay up to date on your PC, the Web, and your mobile phone with Windows Live. http://clk.atdmt.com/MRT/go/msnnkwxp1020093185mrt/direct/01/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From kerlock at comcast.net Thu Sep 25 09:58:06 2008 From: kerlock at comcast.net (Mike Hester) Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 17:58:06 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors References: <388861.5822.qm@web82104.mail.mud.yahoo.com><90442B0D99C14054AE264B777C8C6207@Sanity> Message-ID: <8768B6DE36414CCA856690CCC064C7CA@Sanity> 20.5x14, my bad LOL But yes. -Mike ----- Original Message ----- From: Anthony Romano To: General pattern discussion Sent: Thursday, September 25, 2008 1:30 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors Hi Mike, Are you sure on that prop size? ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ From: kerlock at comcast.net To: aabdu at sbcglobal.net; nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 12:59:16 -0400 Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors Ok, some in depth answers. We did in fact test this motor last season on a Black Magic V2, flying masters. We used the HXT 63-64B 230kv motor. We used a CC HV85 controller, Tanic and vampower packs. Power is certainly not a problem for this motor. It is fairly comparable to the AXI. 2700 watts, 82 amps, 6200 RPM on an APC 20x14. the motor never got over 110 degrees. Longevity: we got well over 100 flights on it before the plane was lost, no problems whatsoever. This was using Esprit stand off mounts as well, o nose mounting. No can issues, nothing, it just delivered. your results may vary of course. These are "cheap" chinese motors and you do not have the support structure in place like the name brands. but considering you can buy almost 4 of them for the price of one AXI, it's pretty interesting. I've run a lot of these chinese motors and maybe I'm just lucky, but I just don't have problems. I keep hearing about problems with darned near everything, including name brand stuff, and the only issue we've run into yet was a very early bearing failure with an AXI...that's all. Ever. I have yet to install one of these on a VF3, and wonder about it because by it's very nature you will have to use more power to fly it. I realize 82 amps is a lot, but the packs never got warm, nor did the speed control or motor, so who knows. in short, if this is your first forray into electrics of this size, you would probably be better off with the AXI just from the standpoint of support. But so far I can't find a thing wrong with this motor, or else I am just that lucky (and THAT is highly unlikely, trust me!) -Mike ----- Original Message ----- From: Anthony Abdullah To: General pattern discussion Sent: Thursday, September 25, 2008 12:04 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors As I am doing my research into the world of electric pattern I have come across the HXT line of electric motors. It appears that the HXT 63-64 B230 is a fraction of the cost of the comparable AXI motor ($60 vs.$200+) with very similar performance numbers, physical dimensions, etc. In fact, according to the info I saw it is even 12 grams lighter. Being a realist I have to ask the question; what's the catch? Will it burn out after three flights, does it run excessively hot, does it smell like bacon? I don't get it. Is it just a cheap Chinese knock off, a very good value, or both? What I really want to know is, is the motor viable for F3A pattern? I appreciate any information you guys can provide, particularly from those who have used them or seen them run. 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URL: From aabdu at sbcglobal.net Thu Sep 25 11:41:50 2008 From: aabdu at sbcglobal.net (Anthony Abdullah) Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 19:41:50 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <478263.23188.qm@web82102.mail.mud.yahoo.com> That is what I have seen, all the way up to a 20x15 in some reports on RCU. I did notice on the motor specs they recommend between a 14 and 18 inch prop, but that is on 8S power. --- On Thu, 9/25/08, Anthony Romano wrote: From: Anthony Romano Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors To: "General pattern discussion" Date: Thursday, September 25, 2008, 1:30 PM #yiv1527209329 .hmmessage P { margin:0px;padding:0px;} #yiv1527209329 { FONT-SIZE:10pt;FONT-FAMILY:Tahoma;} Hi Mike, Are you sure on that prop size? From: kerlock at comcast.net To: aabdu at sbcglobal.net; nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 12:59:16 -0400 Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors Ok, some in depth answers. ? We did in fact test this motor last season on a Black Magic V2, flying masters. We used the HXT 63-64B 230kv motor. We used a CC HV85 controller, Tanic and vampower packs. ? Power is certainly not a problem for this motor. It is fairly comparable to the AXI. 2700 watts, 82 amps, 6200 RPM on an APC 20x14. the motor never got over 110 degrees. ? Longevity: we got well over 100 flights on it before the plane was lost, no problems whatsoever. This was using Esprit stand off mounts as well, o nose mounting. ? No can issues, nothing, it just delivered. your results may vary of course. These are "cheap" chinese motors and you do not have the support structure in place like the name brands. but considering you can buy almost 4 of them for the price of one AXI, it's pretty interesting. ? I've run a lot of these chinese motors and maybe I'm just lucky, but I just don't have problems. I keep hearing about problems with darned near everything, including name brand stuff, and the only issue we've run into yet was a very early bearing failure with an AXI...that's all. Ever. ? I have yet to install one of these on a VF3, and wonder about it because by it's very nature you will have to use more power to fly it. I realize 82 amps is a lot, but the packs never got warm, nor did the speed control or motor, so who knows. ? in short, if this is your first forray into electrics of this size, you would probably be better off with the AXI just from the standpoint of support. But so far I can't find a thing wrong with this motor, or else I am just that lucky (and THAT is highly unlikely, trust me!) ? -Mike ? ----- Original Message ----- From: Anthony Abdullah To: General pattern discussion Sent: Thursday, September 25, 2008 12:04 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors As I am doing my research into the world of electric pattern I have come across the HXT line of electric motors. It appears that the HXT 63-64 B230 is a fraction of the cost of the comparable AXI motor ($60 vs.$200+)?with very similar performance numbers, physical dimensions, etc. In fact, according to the info?I saw?it is even 12 grams lighter. ? Being a realist I have to ask the question; what's the catch? Will it burn out after three flights, does it run excessively hot, does it smell like bacon? I don't get it. Is it just a cheap Chinese knock off, a very good value, or both? What I really want to know is, is the motor viable for F3A pattern? ? 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Looks like the weather will be warm but good and I look forward to seeing everyone. The field will be open for practice tomorrow. I?ll be at the site around noon. See everyone then! Tony Stillman, President Radio South, Inc. 139 Altama Connector, Box 322 Brunswick, GA 31525 1-800-962-7802 www.radiosouthrc.com No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.2/1690 - Release Date: 9/25/2008 7:05 AM -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From vanputte at cox.net Thu Sep 25 12:24:52 2008 From: vanputte at cox.net (Ron Van Putte) Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 20:24:52 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] OJ Stillman Memorial Pattern Contest this weekend In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: I need help. Ron VP (15-year Master class pilot) On Sep 25, 2008, at 3:13 PM, JShulman wrote: > The Orlando group will be there just after noon... ish...lol. I > know the guys here have been practicing the new Masters routines, > so if anyone wants to go through them there, we'll be more that > ready to help (or any class). > > Regards, > Jason > www.jasonshulman.com > www.shulmanaviation.com > www.composite-arf.com > > -----Original Message----- > From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca- > discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Tony > Sent: Thursday, September 25, 2008 4:05 PM > To: 'General pattern discussion' > Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] OJ Stillman Memorial Pattern Contest > this weekend > > Just wanted to remind everyone of the pattern contest this weekend > in Jacksonville, FL. Looks like the weather will be warm but good > and I look forward to seeing everyone. The field will be open for > practice tomorrow. I?ll be at the site around noon. > > > > See everyone then! > > > > Tony Stillman, President > > Radio South, Inc. > > 139 Altama Connector, Box 322 > > Brunswick, GA 31525 > > 1-800-962-7802 > > www.radiosouthrc.com > > > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From jpavlick at idseng.com Thu Sep 25 13:29:43 2008 From: jpavlick at idseng.com (John Pavlick) Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 21:29:43 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] OJ Stillman Memorial Pattern Contest this weekend In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <839387.93119.qm@web80501.mail.mud.yahoo.com> We know THAT!? Oh, you mean you need help with the new sequences. That's different. LOL ? John Pavlick --- On Thu, 9/25/08, Ron Van Putte wrote: From: Ron Van Putte Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] OJ Stillman Memorial Pattern Contest this weekend To: "General pattern discussion" Date: Thursday, September 25, 2008, 8:24 PM I need help. Ron VP (15-year Master class pilot) On Sep 25, 2008, at 3:13 PM, JShulman wrote: > The Orlando group will be there just after noon... ish...lol. I > know the guys here have been practicing the new Masters routines, > so if anyone wants to go through them there, we'll be more that > ready to help (or any class). > > Regards, > Jason > www.jasonshulman.com > www.shulmanaviation.com > www.composite-arf.com > > -----Original Message----- > From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca- > discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Tony > Sent: Thursday, September 25, 2008 4:05 PM > To: 'General pattern discussion' > Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] OJ Stillman Memorial Pattern Contest > this weekend > > Just wanted to remind everyone of the pattern contest this weekend > in Jacksonville, FL. Looks like the weather will be warm but good > and I look forward to seeing everyone. The field will be open for > practice tomorrow. I?ll be at the site around noon. > > > > See everyone then! > > > > Tony Stillman, President > > Radio South, Inc. > > 139 Altama Connector, Box 322 > > Brunswick, GA 31525 > > 1-800-962-7802 > > www.radiosouthrc.com > > > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jonlowe at aol.com Thu Sep 25 14:32:23 2008 From: jonlowe at aol.com (Jon Lowe) Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 22:32:23 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] OJ Stillman Memorial Pattern Contest this weekend Message-ID: Gary and I are on our way. Just passed Tallahassee. See you there. Jon Lowe -----Original Message----- From: Tony Sent: Thursday, September 25, 2008 4:05 PM To: 'General pattern discussion' Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] OJ Stillman Memorial Pattern Contest this weekend Just wanted to remind everyone of the pattern contest this weekend in Jacksonville, FL.? Looks like the weather will be warm but good and I look forward to seeing everyone.? The field will be open for practice tomorrow.? I?ll be at the site around noon.? ? See everyone then! ? Tony Stillman, President Radio South, Inc. 139 Altama Connector, Box 322 Brunswick, GA? 31525 1-800-962-7802 www.radiosouthrc.com ?= -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Went on easy and looked great. One guy in our club used black paint on the inside of his Venus canopy. Got so hot, it distorted. The tint I used doesn't seem to do that. Jon Lowe -----Original Message----- From: Terry Beachler To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Sent: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 12:31 am Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Canopy paint Hi flyers I am about to finish a Venus II and would like to paint the inside of the canopy black, gray, or other appropriate color. Any paint recommendations? I do not want to turn the canopy into a ball of melted plastic. Terry Beachler _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _____ Find phone numbers fast with the New AOL Yellow Pages! -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From vanputte at cox.net Thu Sep 25 16:28:39 2008 From: vanputte at cox.net (Ron Van Putte) Date: Fri, 26 Sep 2008 00:28:39 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] OJ Stillman Memorial Pattern Contest this weekend In-Reply-To: <839387.93119.qm@web80501.mail.mud.yahoo.com> References: <839387.93119.qm@web80501.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <6016B690-B579-470C-BD8B-DCB2456FB234@cox.net> No, I need help. A good form of help would be if I was to pretend to fly the Master class sequence with my airplane, while Jason Shulman actually flew the airplane. Now, that would be help. Oh Geez! Now everybody knows about it and we can't do it! Ron VP On Sep 25, 2008, at 4:29 PM, John Pavlick wrote: > We know THAT! Oh, you mean you need help with the new sequences. > That's different. LOL > > John Pavlick > > --- On Thu, 9/25/08, Ron Van Putte wrote: > From: Ron Van Putte > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] OJ Stillman Memorial Pattern > Contest this weekend > To: "General pattern discussion" > Date: Thursday, September 25, 2008, 8:24 PM > > I need help. Ron VP (15-year Master class pilot) On Sep 25, 2008, > at 3:13 PM, JShulman wrote: > The Orlando group will be there just > after noon... ish...lol. I > know the guys here have been > practicing the new Masters routines, > so if anyone wants to go > through them there, we'll be more that > ready to help (or any > class). > > Regards, > Jason > www.jasonshulman.com > > www.shulmanaviation.com > www.composite-arf.com > > -----Original > Message----- > From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org > [mailto:nsrca- > discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of > Tony > Sent: Thursday, September 25, 2008 4:05 PM > To: 'General > pattern discussion' > Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] OJ Stillman > Memorial Pattern Contest > this weekend > > Just wanted to remind > everyone of the pattern contest this weekend > in Jacksonville, FL. > Looks like the weather will be warm but good > and I look forward > to seeing everyone. The field will be open for > practice tomorrow. > I?ll be at the site around noon. > > > > See everyone then! > > > > > Tony Stillman, President > > Radio South, Inc. > > 139 Altama > Connector, Box 322 > > Brunswick, GA 31525 > > 1-800-962-7802 > > > www.radiosouthrc.com > > > > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion > mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http:// > lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion > mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http:// > lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From jshulman at cfl.rr.com Thu Sep 25 17:01:44 2008 From: jshulman at cfl.rr.com (JShulman) Date: Fri, 26 Sep 2008 01:01:44 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] OJ Stillman Memorial Pattern Contest this weekend In-Reply-To: <6016B690-B579-470C-BD8B-DCB2456FB234@cox.net> Message-ID: Did that once Ron... years ago in Lakeland. It's was great, especially when the pilot turned and walked away on the last maneuver and the airplane finished the flight and landed... priceless Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Ron Van Putte Sent: Thursday, September 25, 2008 8:28 PM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] OJ Stillman Memorial Pattern Contest thisweekend No, I need help. A good form of help would be if I was to pretend to fly the Master class sequence with my airplane, while Jason Shulman actually flew the airplane. Now, that would be help. Oh Geez! Now everybody knows about it and we can't do it! Ron VP On Sep 25, 2008, at 4:29 PM, John Pavlick wrote: > We know THAT! Oh, you mean you need help with the new sequences. > That's different. LOL > > John Pavlick > > --- On Thu, 9/25/08, Ron Van Putte wrote: > From: Ron Van Putte > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] OJ Stillman Memorial Pattern > Contest this weekend > To: "General pattern discussion" > Date: Thursday, September 25, 2008, 8:24 PM > > I need help. Ron VP (15-year Master class pilot) On Sep 25, 2008, > at 3:13 PM, JShulman wrote: > The Orlando group will be there just > after noon... ish...lol. I > know the guys here have been > practicing the new Masters routines, > so if anyone wants to go > through them there, we'll be more that > ready to help (or any > class). > > Regards, > Jason > www.jasonshulman.com > > www.shulmanaviation.com > www.composite-arf.com > > -----Original > Message----- > From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org > [mailto:nsrca- > discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of > Tony > Sent: Thursday, September 25, 2008 4:05 PM > To: 'General > pattern discussion' > Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] OJ Stillman > Memorial Pattern Contest > this weekend > > Just wanted to remind > everyone of the pattern contest this weekend > in Jacksonville, FL. > Looks like the weather will be warm but good > and I look forward > to seeing everyone. The field will be open for > practice tomorrow. > I?ll be at the site around noon. > > > > See everyone then! > > > > > Tony Stillman, President > > Radio South, Inc. > > 139 Altama > Connector, Box 322 > > Brunswick, GA 31525 > > 1-800-962-7802 > > > www.radiosouthrc.com > > > > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion > mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http:// > lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion > mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http:// > lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.2/1690 - Release Date: 9/25/2008 7:05 AM No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.2/1690 - Release Date: 9/25/2008 7:05 AM From vanputte at cox.net Thu Sep 25 18:25:55 2008 From: vanputte at cox.net (Ron Van Putte) Date: Fri, 26 Sep 2008 02:25:55 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] OJ Stillman Memorial Pattern Contest this weekend In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <1106B7CD-0638-4D3A-8067-E52015562847@cox.net> MANY years ago, it was pulled by Bill Johnston (Kraft Southeast) and Dave Brown on the judges at the Tangerine Contest. Bill turned to the judges about 2/3 of the way through the maneuver schedule and said something like, I can't do this. Here you fly it." and handed his transmitter to one of the judges. What was really funny is that Dave was doing "Dave Brown quality" maneuvers with Bill Johnston's airplane, but the judges gave "Bill Johnston scores" to the maneuvers. They didn't give "halo points" back in those days. Yeah, right. Ron VP On Sep 25, 2008, at 8:02 PM, JShulman wrote: > Did that once Ron... years ago in Lakeland. It's was great, > especially when the pilot turned and walked away on the last maneuver > and the airplane finished the flight and landed... priceless > > Regards, > Jason > www.jasonshulman.com > www.shulmanaviation.com > www.composite-arf.com > > > -----Original Message----- > From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org > [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of Ron Van > Putte > Sent: Thursday, September 25, 2008 8:28 PM > To: General pattern discussion > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] OJ Stillman Memorial Pattern Contest > thisweekend > > > No, I need help. A good form of help would be if I was to pretend to > fly the Master class sequence with my airplane, while Jason Shulman > actually flew the airplane. Now, that would be help. Oh Geez! Now > everybody knows about it and we can't do it! > > Ron VP > > On Sep 25, 2008, at 4:29 PM, John Pavlick wrote: > >> We know THAT! Oh, you mean you need help with the new sequences. >> That's different. LOL >> >> John Pavlick >> >> --- On Thu, 9/25/08, Ron Van Putte wrote: >> From: Ron Van Putte >> Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] OJ Stillman Memorial Pattern >> Contest this weekend >> To: "General pattern discussion" >> Date: Thursday, September 25, 2008, 8:24 PM >> >> I need help. Ron VP (15-year Master class pilot) On Sep 25, 2008, >> at 3:13 PM, JShulman wrote: > The Orlando group will be there just >> after noon... ish...lol. I > know the guys here have been >> practicing the new Masters routines, > so if anyone wants to go >> through them there, we'll be more that > ready to help (or any >> class). > > Regards, > Jason > www.jasonshulman.com > >> www.shulmanaviation.com > www.composite-arf.com > > -----Original >> Message----- > From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org >> [mailto:nsrca- > discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org]On Behalf Of >> Tony > Sent: Thursday, September 25, 2008 4:05 PM > To: 'General >> pattern discussion' > Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] OJ Stillman >> Memorial Pattern Contest > this weekend > > Just wanted to remind >> everyone of the pattern contest this weekend > in Jacksonville, FL. >> Looks like the weather will be warm but good > and I look forward >> to seeing everyone. The field will be open for > practice tomorrow. >> I?ll be at the site around noon. > > > > See everyone then! > > > > >> Tony Stillman, President > > Radio South, Inc. > > 139 Altama >> Connector, Box 322 > > Brunswick, GA 31525 > > 1-800-962-7802 > > >> www.radiosouthrc.com > > > > >> _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion >> mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http:// >> lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion >> _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion >> mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http:// >> lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion >> _______________________________________________ >> NSRCA-discussion mailing list >> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org >> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > No virus found in this incoming message. > Checked by AVG. > Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.2/1690 - Release Date: > 9/25/2008 7:05 AM > > No virus found in this outgoing message. > Checked by AVG. > Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.2/1690 - Release Date: > 9/25/2008 7:05 AM > > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From schroetere at bellsouth.net Fri Sep 26 04:09:01 2008 From: schroetere at bellsouth.net (Emory Schroeter) Date: Fri, 26 Sep 2008 12:09:01 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors In-Reply-To: References: <388861.5822.qm@web82104.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <90442B0D99C14054AE264B777C8C6207@Sanity> Message-ID: <3C4B6532-C374-4003-8879-40B743782916@bellsouth.net> Hey Anthony, From my experience, I was amazed at how well the HXT motor performed. I don't remember the stats exactly, but they were very close to the performance I was seeing with the AXI. I believe it was slightly less efficient (maybe 2 more amps drawn) and had about 200 less RPM than the AXI. Like someone mentioned, I kept waiting for it to fail, but it didn't. I had well over 100 flights on it when I decided to plant the airplane in the ground. Based on my experience with it, I wouldn't hesitate to try one again in the future. I mostly used the APC 20x15 prop. Emory Schroeter. On Sep 25, 2008, at 1:30 PM, Anthony Romano wrote: > Hi Mike, > Are you sure on that prop size? > > > > From: kerlock at comcast.net > To: aabdu at sbcglobal.net; nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 12:59:16 -0400 > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors > > > Ok, some in depth answers. > > We did in fact test this motor last season on a Black Magic V2, > flying masters. We used the HXT 63-64B 230kv motor. We used a CC > HV85 controller, Tanic and vampower packs. > > Power is certainly not a problem for this motor. It is fairly > comparable to the AXI. 2700 watts, 82 amps, 6200 RPM on an APC > 20x14. the motor never got over 110 degrees. > > Longevity: we got well over 100 flights on it before the plane was > lost, no problems whatsoever. This was using Esprit stand off mounts > as well, o nose mounting. > > No can issues, nothing, it just delivered. your results may vary of > course. These are "cheap" chinese motors and you do not have the > support structure in place like the name brands. but considering you > can buy almost 4 of them for the price of one AXI, it's pretty > interesting. > > I've run a lot of these chinese motors and maybe I'm just lucky, but > I just don't have problems. I keep hearing about problems with > darned near everything, including name brand stuff, and the only > issue we've run into yet was a very early bearing failure with an > AXI...that's all. Ever. > > I have yet to install one of these on a VF3, and wonder about it > because by it's very nature you will have to use more power to fly > it. I realize 82 amps is a lot, but the packs never got warm, nor > did the speed control or motor, so who knows. > > in short, if this is your first forray into electrics of this size, > you would probably be better off with the AXI just from the > standpoint of support. But so far I can't find a thing wrong with > this motor, or else I am just that lucky (and THAT is highly > unlikely, trust me!) > > -Mike > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: Anthony Abdullah > To: General pattern discussion > Sent: Thursday, September 25, 2008 12:04 PM > Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors > > As I am doing my research into the world of electric pattern I have > come across the HXT line of electric motors. It appears that the HXT > 63-64 B230 is a fraction of the cost of the comparable AXI motor > ($60 vs.$200+) with very similar performance numbers, physical > dimensions, etc. In fact, according to the info I saw it is even 12 > grams lighter. > > Being a realist I have to ask the question; what's the catch? Will > it burn out after three flights, does it run excessively hot, does > it smell like bacon? I don't get it. Is it just a cheap Chinese > knock off, a very good value, or both? What I really want to know > is, is the motor viable for F3A pattern? > > I appreciate any information you guys can provide, particularly from > those who have used them or seen them run. > > Thanks a bunch > Anthony > > > > > E-mail message checked by Spyware Doctor (5.5.1.322) > Database version: 5.10780e > http://www.pctools.com/spyware-doctor/ > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > > > E-mail message checked by Spyware Doctor (5.5.1.322) > Database version: 5.10780e > http://www.pctools.com/en/spyware-doctor/ > > > > > E-mail message checked by Spyware Doctor (5.5.1.322) > Database version: 5.10780e > http://www.pctools.com/spyware-doctor/ > > Stay up to date on your PC, the Web, and your mobile phone with > Windows Live. 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URL: From aabdu at sbcglobal.net Fri Sep 26 06:56:55 2008 From: aabdu at sbcglobal.net (Anthony Abdullah) Date: Fri, 26 Sep 2008 14:56:55 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors In-Reply-To: <3C4B6532-C374-4003-8879-40B743782916@bellsouth.net> Message-ID: <273418.58542.qm@web82105.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Emory, What ESC and battery did you use with that. Is the Jeti spin 99 still the right choice for that motor? Thanks for the info. --- On Fri, 9/26/08, Emory Schroeter wrote: From: Emory Schroeter Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors To: "General pattern discussion" Date: Friday, September 26, 2008, 8:08 AM Hey Anthony, >From my experience, I was amazed at how well the HXT motor performed. I don't remember the stats exactly, but they were very close to the performance I was seeing with the AXI. I believe it was slightly less efficient (maybe 2 more amps drawn) and had about 200 less RPM than the AXI. Like someone mentioned, I kept waiting for it to fail, but it didn't. I had well over 100 flights on it when I decided to plant the airplane in the ground. Based on my experience with it, I wouldn't?hesitate?to try one again in the future. I mostly used the APC 20x15 prop. Emory Schroeter. On Sep 25, 2008, at 1:30 PM, Anthony Romano wrote: Hi Mike, Are you sure on that prop size? From:?kerlock at comcast.net To:?aabdu at sbcglobal.net;?nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 12:59:16 -0400 Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors Ok, some in depth answers. ? We did in fact test this motor last season on a Black Magic V2, flying masters. We used the HXT 63-64B 230kv motor. We used a CC HV85 controller, Tanic and vampower packs. ? Power is certainly not a problem for this motor. It is fairly comparable to the AXI. 2700 watts, 82 amps, 6200 RPM on an APC 20x14. the motor never got over 110 degrees. ? Longevity: we got well over 100 flights on it before the plane was lost, no problems whatsoever. This was using Esprit stand off mounts as well, o nose mounting. ? No can issues, nothing, it just delivered. your results may vary of course. These are "cheap" chinese motors and you do not have the support structure in place like the name brands. but considering you can buy almost 4 of them for the price of one AXI, it's pretty interesting. ? I've run a lot of these chinese motors and maybe I'm just lucky, but I just don't have problems. I keep hearing about problems with darned near everything, including name brand stuff, and the only issue we've run into yet was a very early bearing failure with an AXI...that's all. Ever. ? I have yet to install one of these on a VF3, and wonder about it because by it's very nature you will have to use more power to fly it. I realize 82 amps is a lot, but the packs never got warm, nor did the speed control or motor, so who knows. ? in short, if this is your first forray into electrics of this size, you would probably be better off with the AXI just from the standpoint of support. But so far I can't find a thing wrong with this motor, or else I am just that lucky (and THAT is highly unlikely, trust me!) ? -Mike ? ----- Original Message ----- From:?Anthony Abdullah To:?General pattern discussion Sent:?Thursday, September 25, 2008 12:04 PM Subject:?[NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors As I am doing my research into the world of electric pattern I have come across the HXT line of electric motors. It appears that the HXT 63-64 B230 is a fraction of the cost of the comparable AXI motor ($60 vs.$200+)?with very similar performance numbers, physical dimensions, etc. In fact, according to the info?I saw?it is even 12 grams lighter. ? Being a realist I have to ask the question; what's the catch? Will it burn out after three flights, does it run excessively hot, does it smell like bacon? I don't get it. Is it just a cheap Chinese knock off, a very good value, or both? What I really want to know is, is the motor viable for F3A pattern? ? I appreciate any information you guys can provide, particularly from those who have used them or seen them run. ? 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Emory. -------------- Original message from Anthony Abdullah : -------------- Emory, What ESC and battery did you use with that. Is the Jeti spin 99 still the right choice for that motor? Thanks for the info. --- On Fri, 9/26/08, Emory Schroeter wrote: From: Emory Schroeter Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors To: "General pattern discussion" Date: Friday, September 26, 2008, 8:08 AM Hey Anthony, >From my experience, I was amazed at how well the HXT motor performed. I don't remember the stats exactly, but they were very close to the performance I was seeing with the AXI. I believe it was slightly less efficient (maybe 2 more amps drawn) and had about 200 less RPM than the AXI. Like someone mentioned, I kept waiting for it to fail, but it didn't. I had well over 100 flights on it when I decided to plant the airplane in the ground. Based on my experience with it, I wouldn't hesitate to try one again in the future. I mostly used the APC 20x15 prop. Emory Schroeter. On Sep 25, 2008, at 1:30 PM, Anthony Romano wrote: Hi Mike, Are you sure on that prop size? From: kerlock at comcast.net To: aabdu at sbcglobal.net; nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 12:59:16 -0400 Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors Ok, some in depth answers. We did in fact test this motor last season on a Black Magic V2, flying masters. We used the HXT 63-64B 230kv motor. We used a CC HV85 controller, Tanic and vampower packs. Power is certainly not a problem for this motor. It is fairly comparable to the AXI. 2700 watts, 82 amps, 6200 RPM on an APC 20x14. the motor never got over 110 degrees. Longevity: we got well over 100 flights on it before the plane was lost, no problems whatsoever. This was using Esprit stand off mounts as well, o nose mounting. No can issues, nothing, it just delivered. your results may vary of course. These are "cheap" chinese motors and you do not have the support structure in place like the name brands. but considering you can buy almost 4 of them for the price of one AXI, it's pretty interesting. I've run a lot of these chinese motors and maybe I'm just lucky, but I just don't have problems. I keep hearing about problems with darned near everything, including name brand stuff, and the only issue we've run into yet was a very early bearing failure with an AXI...that's all. Ever. I have yet to install one of these on a VF3, and wonder about it because by it's very nature you will have to use more power to fly it. I realize 82 amps is a lot, but the packs never got warm, nor did the speed control or motor, so who knows. in short, if this is your first forray into electrics of this size, you would probably be better off with the AXI just from the standpoint of support. But so far I can't find a thing wrong with this motor, or else I am just that lucky (and THAT is highly unlikely, trust me!) -Mike ----- Original Message ----- From: Anthony Abdullah To: General pattern discussion Sent: Thursday, September 25, 2008 12:04 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors As I am doing my research into the world of electric pattern I have come across the HXT line of electric motors. It appears that the HXT 63-64 B230 is a fraction of the cost of the comparable AXI motor ($60 vs.$200+) with very similar performance numbers, physical dimensions, etc. In fact, according to the info I saw it is even 12 grams lighter. Being a realist I have to ask the question; what's the catch? Will it burn out after three flights, does it run excessively hot, does it smell like bacon? I don't get it. Is it just a cheap Chinese knock off, a very good value, or both? What I really want to know is, is the motor viable for F3A pattern? I appreciate any information you guys can provide, particularly from those who have used them or seen them run. Thanks a bunch Anthony E-mail message checked by Spyware Doctor (5.5.1.322) Database version: 5.10780e http://www.pctools.com/spyware-doctor/ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion E-mail message checked by Spyware Doctor (5.5.1.322) Database version: 5.10780e http://www.pctools.com/en/spyware-doctor/ E-mail message checked by Spyware Doctor (5.5.1.322) Database version: 5.10780e http://www.pctools.com/spyware-doctor/ Stay up to date on your PC, the Web, and your mobile phone with Windows Live. 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URL: From getterflash at yahoo.com Fri Sep 26 10:35:43 2008 From: getterflash at yahoo.com (Bob Kane) Date: Fri, 26 Sep 2008 18:35:43 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Castle Creations, was Re: E-Question HXT motors Message-ID: <829504.12793.qm@web36703.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Castle Creations was founded and is run by Patrick del Castillo . . . . . . . not only do they have great products and support, they are located right here in the US. I have been using their products for many years and have never been let down. Bob Kane getterflash at yahoo.com ----- Original Message ---- From: "schroetere at bellsouth.net" To: aabdu at sbcglobal.net; General pattern discussion Sent: Friday, September 26, 2008 1:17:23 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors Hey Anthony, I am using the Castle Creations HV85 and a mix of Tanic and Vampower batteries. I haven't used a Jeti, but I'm sure it would do well also. My packs are between 4500-5000 mah flying the masters pattern. Emory. -------------- Original message from Anthony Abdullah : -------------- Emory, What ESC and battery did you use with that. Is the Jeti spin 99 still the right choice for that motor? Thanks for the info. --- On Fri, 9/26/08, Emory Schroeter wrote: From: Emory Schroeter Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors To: "General pattern discussion" Date: Friday, September 26, 2008, 8:08 AM Hey Anthony, >From my experience, I was amazed at how well the HXT motor performed. I don't remember the stats exactly, but they were very close to the performance I was seeing with the AXI. I believe it was slightly less efficient (maybe 2 more amps drawn) and had about 200 less RPM than the AXI. Like someone mentioned, I kept waiting for it to fail, but it didn't. I had well over 100 flights on it when I decided to plant the airplane in the ground. Based on my experience with it, I wouldn't hesitate to try one again in the future. I mostly used the APC 20x15 prop. Emory Schroeter. On Sep 25, 2008, at 1:30 PM, Anthony Romano wrote: Hi Mike, Are you sure on that prop size? ________________________________ From: kerlock at comcast.net To: aabdu at sbcglobal.net; nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 12:59:16 -0400 Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors Ok, some in depth answers. We did in fact test this motor last season on a Black Magic V2, flying masters. We used the HXT 63-64B 230kv motor. We used a CC HV85 controller, Tanic and vampower packs. Power is certainly not a problem for this motor. It is fairly comparable to the AXI. 2700 watts, 82 amps, 6200 RPM on an APC 20x14. the motor never got over 110 degrees. Longevity: we got well over 100 flights on it before the plane was lost, no problems whatsoever. This was using Esprit stand off mounts as well, o nose mounting. No can issues, nothing, it just delivered. your results may vary of course. These are "cheap" chinese motors and you do not have the support structure in place like the name brands. but considering you can buy almost 4 of them for the price of one AXI, it's pretty interesting. I've run a lot of these chinese motors and maybe I'm just lucky, but I just don't have problems. I keep hearing about problems with darned near everything, including name brand stuff, and the only issue we've run into yet was a very early bearing failure with an AXI...that's all. Ever. I have yet to install one of these on a VF3, and wonder about it because by it's very nature you will have to use more power to fly it. I realize 82 amps is a lot, but the packs never got warm, nor did the speed control or motor, so who knows. in short, if this is your first forray into electrics of this size, you would probably be better off with the AXI just from the standpoint of support. But so far I can't find a thing wrong with this motor, or else I am just that lucky (and THAT is highly unlikely, trust me!) -Mike ----- Original Message ----- From: Anthony Abdullah To: General pattern discussion Sent: Thursday, September 25, 2008 12:04 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors As I am doing my research into the world of electric pattern I have come across the HXT line of electric motors. It appears that the HXT 63-64 B230 is a fraction of the cost of the comparable AXI motor ($60 vs.$200+) with very similar performance numbers, physical dimensions, etc. In fact, according to the info I saw it is even 12 grams lighter. Being a realist I have to ask the question; what's the catch? Will it burn out after three flights, does it run excessively hot, does it smell like bacon? I don't get it. Is it just a cheap Chinese knock off, a very good value, or both? What I really want to know is, is the motor viable for F3A pattern? I appreciate any information you guys can provide, particularly from those who have used them or seen them run. Thanks a bunch Anthony E-mail message checked by Spyware Doctor (5.5.1.322) Database version: 5.10780e http://www.pctools.com/spyware-doctor/ ________________________________ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion E-mail message checked by Spyware Doctor (5.5.1.322) Database version: 5.10780e http://www.pctools.com/en/spyware-doctor/ E-mail message checked by Spyware Doctor (5.5.1.322) Database version: 5.10780e http://www.pctools.com/spyware-doctor/ ________________________________ Stay up to date on your PC, the Web, and your mobile phone with Windows Live. See Now _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From mups1953 at yahoo.com Fri Sep 26 11:44:55 2008 From: mups1953 at yahoo.com (mike mueller) Date: Fri, 26 Sep 2008 19:44:55 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Castle Creations, was Re: E-Question HXT motors In-Reply-To: <829504.12793.qm@web36703.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <304962.17520.qm@web51008.mail.re2.yahoo.com> ?I second Bob's enthusiasm towards Castle. It's an American product that we should be proud of. They are bullet proof controllers. Mike --- On Fri, 9/26/08, Bob Kane wrote: From: Bob Kane Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Castle Creations, was Re: E-Question HXT motors To: "General pattern discussion" Date: Friday, September 26, 2008, 1:35 PM Castle Creations was founded and is run by Patrick del Castillo . . . . . . .??? not only do they have great products and support, they are located right here in the US.?? I have been using their products for many years and have never been let down. ?Bob Kane getterflash at yahoo.com ----- Original Message ---- From: "schroetere at bellsouth.net" To: aabdu at sbcglobal.net; General pattern discussion Sent: Friday, September 26, 2008 1:17:23 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors Hey Anthony, ? I am using the Castle Creations HV85 and a mix of Tanic and Vampower batteries. I haven't used a Jeti, but I'm sure it would do well also. My packs are between 4500-5000 mah flying the masters pattern. ? Emory. -------------- Original message from Anthony Abdullah : -------------- Emory, What ESC and battery did you use with that. Is the Jeti spin 99 still the right choice for that motor? Thanks for the info. --- On Fri, 9/26/08, Emory Schroeter wrote: From: Emory Schroeter Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors To: "General pattern discussion" Date: Friday, September 26, 2008, 8:08 AM Hey Anthony, >From my experience, I was amazed at how well the HXT motor performed. I don't remember the stats exactly, but they were very close to the performance I was seeing with the AXI. I believe it was slightly less efficient (maybe 2 more amps drawn) and had about 200 less RPM than the AXI. Like someone mentioned, I kept waiting for it to fail, but it didn't. I had well over 100 flights on it when I decided to plant the airplane in the ground. Based on my experience with it, I wouldn't?hesitate?to try one again in the future. I mostly used the APC 20x15 prop. Emory Schroeter. On Sep 25, 2008, at 1:30 PM, Anthony Romano wrote: Hi Mike, Are you sure on that prop size? From:?kerlock at comcast.net To:?aabdu at sbcglobal.net;?nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 12:59:16 -0400 Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors Ok, some in depth answers. ? We did in fact test this motor last season on a Black Magic V2, flying masters. We used the HXT 63-64B 230kv motor. We used a CC HV85 controller, Tanic and vampower packs. ? Power is certainly not a problem for this motor. It is fairly comparable to the AXI. 2700 watts, 82 amps, 6200 RPM on an APC 20x14. the motor never got over 110 degrees. ? Longevity: we got well over 100 flights on it before the plane was lost, no problems whatsoever. This was using Esprit stand off mounts as well, o nose mounting. ? No can issues, nothing, it just delivered. your results may vary of course. These are "cheap" chinese motors and you do not have the support structure in place like the name brands. but considering you can buy almost 4 of them for the price of one AXI, it's pretty interesting. ? I've run a lot of these chinese motors and maybe I'm just lucky, but I just don't have problems. I keep hearing about problems with darned near everything, including name brand stuff, and the only issue we've run into yet was a very early bearing failure with an AXI...that's all. Ever. ? I have yet to install one of these on a VF3, and wonder about it because by it's very nature you will have to use more power to fly it. I realize 82 amps is a lot, but the packs never got warm, nor did the speed control or motor, so who knows. ? in short, if this is your first forray into electrics of this size, you would probably be better off with the AXI just from the standpoint of support. But so far I can't find a thing wrong with this motor, or else I am just that lucky (and THAT is highly unlikely, trust me!) ? -Mike ? ----- Original Message ----- From:?Anthony Abdullah To:?General pattern discussion Sent:?Thursday, September 25, 2008 12:04 PM Subject:?[NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors As I am doing my research into the world of electric pattern I have come across the HXT line of electric motors. It appears that the HXT 63-64 B230 is a fraction of the cost of the comparable AXI motor ($60 vs.$200+)?with very similar performance numbers, physical dimensions, etc. In fact, according to the info?I saw?it is even 12 grams lighter. ? Being a realist I have to ask the question; what's the catch? Will it burn out after three flights, does it run excessively hot, does it smell like bacon? I don't get it. Is it just a cheap Chinese knock off, a very good value, or both? What I really want to know is, is the motor viable for F3A pattern? ? I appreciate any information you guys can provide, particularly from those who have used them or seen them run. ? 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URL: From pamrich47 at hotmail.com Fri Sep 26 13:12:11 2008 From: pamrich47 at hotmail.com (Richard Strickland) Date: Fri, 26 Sep 2008 21:12:11 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] FW: Castle Creations, was Re: E-Question HXT motors In-Reply-To: <304962.17520.qm@web51008.mail.re2.yahoo.com> References: <829504.12793.qm@web36703.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <304962.17520.qm@web51008.mail.re2.yahoo.com> Message-ID: And they don't charge an arm and a leg to fix 'em--unlike the Hacker with one tiny transitor/ic out of it and it "..can't be repaired.." BTW, anyone know anyone who CAN repair them? RS Date: Fri, 26 Sep 2008 12:44:52 -0700From: mups1953 at yahoo.comTo: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.orgSubject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Castle Creations, was Re: E-Question HXT motors I second Bob's enthusiasm towards Castle. It's an American product that we should be proud of. They are bullet proof controllers. Mike--- On Fri, 9/26/08, Bob Kane wrote: From: Bob Kane Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Castle Creations, was Re: E-Question HXT motorsTo: "General pattern discussion" Date: Friday, September 26, 2008, 1:35 PM Castle Creations was founded and is run by Patrick del Castillo . . . . . . . not only do they have great products and support, they are located right here in the US. I have been using their products for many years and have never been let down. Bob Kanegetterflash at yahoo.com ----- Original Message ----From: "schroetere at bellsouth.net" To: aabdu at sbcglobal.net; General pattern discussion Sent: Friday, September 26, 2008 1:17:23 PMSubject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors Hey Anthony, I am using the Castle Creations HV85 and a mix of Tanic and Vampower batteries. I haven't used a Jeti, but I'm sure it would do well also. My packs are between 4500-5000 mah flying the masters pattern. Emory. -------------- Original message from Anthony Abdullah : -------------- Emory, What ESC and battery did you use with that. Is the Jeti spin 99 still the right choice for that motor? Thanks for the info.--- On Fri, 9/26/08, Emory Schroeter wrote: From: Emory Schroeter Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motorsTo: "General pattern discussion" Date: Friday, September 26, 2008, 8:08 AM Hey Anthony, >From my experience, I was amazed at how well the HXT motor performed. I don't remember the stats exactly, but they were very close to the performance I was seeing with the AXI. I believe it was slightly less efficient (maybe 2 more amps drawn) and had about 200 less RPM than the AXI. Like someone mentioned, I kept waiting for it to fail, but it didn't. I had well over 100 flights on it when I decided to plant the airplane in the ground. Based on my experience with it, I wouldn't hesitate to try one again in the future. I mostly used the APC 20x15 prop. Emory Schroeter. On Sep 25, 2008, at 1:30 PM, Anthony Romano wrote: Hi Mike,Are you sure on that prop size? From: kerlock at comcast.netTo: aabdu at sbcglobal.net; nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.orgDate: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 12:59:16 -0400Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors Ok, some in depth answers. We did in fact test this motor last season on a Black Magic V2, flying masters. We used the HXT 63-64B 230kv motor. We used a CC HV85 controller, Tanic and vampower packs. Power is certainly not a problem for this motor. It is fairly comparable to the AXI. 2700 watts, 82 amps, 6200 RPM on an APC 20x14. the motor never got over 110 degrees. Longevity: we got well over 100 flights on it before the plane was lost, no problems whatsoever. This was using Esprit stand off mounts as well, o nose mounting. No can issues, nothing, it just delivered. your results may vary of course. These are "cheap" chinese motors and you do not have the support structure in place like the name brands. but considering you can buy almost 4 of them for the price of one AXI, it's pretty interesting. I've run a lot of these chinese motors and maybe I'm just lucky, but I just don't have problems. I keep hearing about problems with darned near everything, including name brand stuff, and the only issue we've run into yet was a very early bearing failure with an AXI...that's all. Ever. I have yet to install one of these on a VF3, and wonder about it because by it's very nature you will have to use more power to fly it. I realize 82 amps is a lot, but the packs never got warm, nor did the speed control or motor, so who knows. in short, if this is your first forray into electrics of this size, you would probably be better off with the AXI just from the standpoint of support. But so far I can't find a thing wrong with this motor, or else I am just that lucky (and THAT is highly unlikely, trust me!) -Mike ----- Original Message ----- From: Anthony Abdullah To: General pattern discussion Sent: Thursday, September 25, 2008 12:04 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors As I am doing my research into the world of electric pattern I have come across the HXT line of electric motors. It appears that the HXT 63-64 B230 is a fraction of the cost of the comparable AXI motor ($60 vs.$200+) with very similar performance numbers, physical dimensions, etc. In fact, according to the info I saw it is even 12 grams lighter. Being a realist I have to ask the question; what's the catch? Will it burn out after three flights, does it run excessively hot, does it smell like bacon? I don't get it. Is it just a cheap Chinese knock off, a very good value, or both? What I really want to know is, is the motor viable for F3A pattern? I appreciate any information you guys can provide, particularly from those who have used them or seen them run. Thanks a bunch AnthonyE-mail message checked by Spyware Doctor (5.5.1.322)Database version: 5.10780ehttp://www.pctools.com/spyware-doctor/ _______________________________________________NSRCA-discussion mailing listNSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.orghttp://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussionE-mail message checked by Spyware Doctor (5.5.1.322)Database version: 5.10780ehttp://www.pctools.com/en/spyware-doctor/E-mail message checked by Spyware Doctor (5.5.1.322)Database version: 5.10780ehttp://www.pctools.com/spyware-doctor/ Stay up to date on your PC, the Web, and your mobile phone with Windows Live. 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RS Date: Fri, 26 Sep 2008 12:44:52 -0700 From: mups1953 at yahoo.com To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Castle Creations, was Re: E-Question HXT motors ?I second Bob's enthusiasm towards Castle. It's an American product that we should be proud of. They are bullet proof controllers. Mike --- On Fri, 9/26/08, Bob Kane <getterflash at yahoo.com> wrote: From: Bob Kane <getterflash at yahoo.com> Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Castle Creations, was Re: E-Question HXT motors To: "General pattern discussion" <nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> Date: Friday, September 26, 2008, 1:35 PM Castle Creations was founded and is run by Patrick del Castillo . . . . . . .??? not only do they have great products and support, they are located right here in the US.?? I have been using their products for many years and have never been let down. ?Bob Kane getterflash at yahoo.com ----- Original Message ---- From: "schroetere at bellsouth.net" <schroetere at bellsouth.net> To: aabdu at sbcglobal.net; General pattern discussion <nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> Sent: Friday, September 26, 2008 1:17:23 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors Hey Anthony, ? I am using the Castle Creations HV85 and a mix of Tanic and Vampower batteries. I haven't used a Jeti, but I'm sure it would do well also. My packs are between 4500-5000 mah flying the masters pattern. ? Emory. -------------- Original message from Anthony Abdullah <aabdu at sbcglobal.net>: -------------- Emory, What ESC and battery did you use with that. Is the Jeti spin 99 still the right choice for that motor? Thanks for the info. --- On Fri, 9/26/08, Emory Schroeter <schroetere at bellsouth.net> wrote: From: Emory Schroeter <schroetere at bellsouth.net> Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors To: "General pattern discussion" <nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> Date: Friday, September 26, 2008, 8:08 AM Hey Anthony, From my experience, I was amazed at how well the HXT motor performed. I don't remember the stats exactly, but they were very close t o the performance I was seeing with the AXI. I believe it was slightly less efficient (maybe 2 more amps drawn) and had about 200 less RPM than the AXI. Like someone mentioned, I kept waiting for it to fail, but it didn't. I had well over 100 flights on it when I decided to plant the airplane in the ground. Based on my experience with it, I wouldn't?hesitate?to try one again in the future. I mostly used the APC 20x15 prop. Emory Schroeter. On Sep 25, 2008, at 1:30 PM, Anthony Romano wrote: Hi Mike, Are you sure on that prop size? From:?kerlock at comcast.net To:?aabdu at sbcglobal.net;?nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 12:59:16 -0400 Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors Ok, some in depth answers. ? We did in fact test this motor last season on a Black Magic V2, flying masters. We used the HXT 63-64B 230kv motor. We used a CC HV85 controller, Tanic and vampower packs. ? Power is certainly not a problem for this motor. It is fairly comparable to the AXI. 2700 watts, 82 amps, 6200 RPM on an APC 20x14. the motor never got over 110 degrees. ? Longevity: we got well over 100 flights on it before the plane was lost, no problems whatsoever. This was using Esprit stand off mounts as well, o nose mounting. ? No can issues, nothing, it just delivered. your results may va ry of course. These are "cheap" chinese motors and you do not have the support structure in place like the name brands. but considering you can buy almost 4 of them for the price of one AXI, it's pretty interesting. ? I've run a lot of these chinese motors and maybe I'm just lucky, but I just don't have problems. I keep hearing about problems with darned near everything, including name brand stuff, and the only issue we've run into yet was a very early bearing failure with an AXI...that's all. Ever. ? I have yet to install one of these on a VF3, and wonder about it because by it's very nature you will have to use more power to fly it. I realize 82 amps is a lot, but the packs never got warm, nor did the speed control or motor, so who knows. ? in short, if this is your first forray into electrics of this size, you would probably be better off with the AXI just from the standpoint of support. But so far I can't find a thing wrong with this motor, or else I am just that lucky (and THAT is highly unlikely, trust me!) ? -Mike ? ----- Original Message ----- From:?Anthony Abdullah To:?General pattern discussion Sent:?Thursday, September 25, 2008 12:04 PM Subject:?[NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors As I am doing my research into the world of electric pattern I have come across the HXT line of electric motors. It a ppears that the HXT 63-64 B230 is a fraction of the cost of the comparable AXI motor ($60 vs.$200+)?with very similar performance numbers, physical dimensions, etc. In fact, according to the info?I saw?it is even 12 grams lighter. ? Being a realist I have to ask the question; what's the catch? Will it burn out after three flights, does it run excessively hot, does it smell like bacon? I don't get it. Is it just a cheap Chinese knock off, a very good value, or both? What I really want to know is, is the motor viable for F3A pattern? ? I appreciate any information you guys can provide, particularly from those who have used them or seen them run. ? Thanks a bunch Anthony E-mail message checked by Spyware Doctor (5.5.1.322) Database version: 5.10780e http://www.pctools.com/spyware-doctor/ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion E-mail message checked by Spyware Doctor (5.5.1.322) Database version: 5.10780e http://www.pctools.com/en/spyware-doctor/ E-mail message checked by Spyware Doctor (5.5.1.322) Database version: 5.10780e http://www.pctools.com/spyware-doctor/ Stay up to date on your PC, the Web, and your mobile phone with Windows Live.?See Now?_______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org h ttp://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion Stay up to date on your PC, the Web, and your mobile phone with Windows Live. See Now Stay up to date on your PC, the Web, and your mobile phone with Windows Live. See Now =_______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From DaveL322 at comcast.net Fri Sep 26 17:53:45 2008 From: DaveL322 at comcast.net (Dave) Date: Sat, 27 Sep 2008 01:53:45 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] FW: Castle Creations, was Re: E-Question HXT motors In-Reply-To: <8CAEE392F045F65-D10-46A3@WEBMAIL-MZ03.sysops.aol.com> References: <8CAEE392F045F65-D10-46A3@WEBMAIL-MZ03.sysops.aol.com> Message-ID: Absolutely!!! When I started with electric, Castle was one of the first companies I purchased from, and was very happy to become sponsored with Castle. So far as Patrick del Castillo, he not only has his name on his product, but actively contributes: http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=813861 Posts 10, 15, and 26 are some good ones - and give quite a bit of insight into "getting what you pay for". Regards, Dave Lockhart Team Castle -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of rcmaster199 at aol.com Sent: Friday, September 26, 2008 5:52 PM To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] FW: Castle Creations, was Re: E-Question HXT motors Hmmmm!! Castillo---Castle....It makes perfect sense to me. I now understand why Dave Lockhart and Dean Pappas have been so complimentary of these controllers. The man has his name on his product. That's old time quality MattK -----Original Message----- From: Richard Strickland To: NSRCA DISCUSSION Sent: Fri, 26 Sep 2008 5:12 pm Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] FW: Castle Creations, was Re: E-Question HXT motors And they don't charge an arm and a leg to fix 'em--unlike the Hacker with one tiny transitor/ic out of it and it "..can't be repaired.."? BTW, anyone know anyone who CAN repair them? ? RS Date: Fri, 26 Sep 2008 12:44:52 -0700 From: mups1953 at yahoo.com To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Castle Creations, was Re: E-Question HXT motors ?I second Bob's enthusiasm towards Castle. It's an American product that we should be proud of. They are bullet proof controllers. Mike --- On Fri, 9/26/08, Bob Kane <getterflash at yahoo.com> wrote: From: Bob Kane <getterflash at yahoo.com> Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Castle Creations, was Re: E-Question HXT motors To: "General pattern discussion" <nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> Date: Friday, September 26, 2008, 1:35 PM Castle Creations was founded and is run by Patrick del Castillo . . . . . . .??? not only do they have great products and support, they are located right here in the US.?? I have been using their products for many years and have never been let down. ?Bob Kane getterflash at yahoo.com ----- Original Message ---- From: "schroetere at bellsouth.net" <schroetere at bellsouth.net> To: aabdu at sbcglobal.net; General pattern discussion <nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> Sent: Friday, September 26, 2008 1:17:23 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors Hey Anthony, ? I am using the Castle Creations HV85 and a mix of Tanic and Vampower batteries. I haven't used a Jeti, but I'm sure it would do well also. My packs are between 4500-5000 mah flying the masters pattern. ? Emory. -------------- Original message from Anthony Abdullah <aabdu at sbcglobal.net>: -------------- Emory, What ESC and battery did you use with that. Is the Jeti spin 99 still the right choice for that motor? Thanks for the info. --- On Fri, 9/26/08, Emory Schroeter <schroetere at bellsouth.net> wrote: From: Emory Schroeter <schroetere at bellsouth.net> Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors To: "General pattern discussion" <nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> Date: Friday, September 26, 2008, 8:08 AM Hey Anthony, From my experience, I was amazed at how well the HXT motor performed. I don't remember the stats exactly, but they were very close t o the performance I was seeing with the AXI. I believe it was slightly less efficient (maybe 2 more amps drawn) and had about 200 less RPM than the AXI. Like someone mentioned, I kept waiting for it to fail, but it didn't. I had well over 100 flights on it when I decided to plant the airplane in the ground. Based on my experience with it, I wouldn't?hesitate?to try one again in the future. I mostly used the APC 20x15 prop. Emory Schroeter. On Sep 25, 2008, at 1:30 PM, Anthony Romano wrote: Hi Mike, Are you sure on that prop size? From:?kerlock at comcast.net To:?aabdu at sbcglobal.net;?nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 12:59:16 -0400 Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors Ok, some in depth answers. ? We did in fact test this motor last season on a Black Magic V2, flying masters. We used the HXT 63-64B 230kv motor. We used a CC HV85 controller, Tanic and vampower packs. ? Power is certainly not a problem for this motor. It is fairly comparable to the AXI. 2700 watts, 82 amps, 6200 RPM on an APC 20x14. the motor never got over 110 degrees. ? Longevity: we got well over 100 flights on it before the plane was lost, no problems whatsoever. This was using Esprit stand off mounts as well, o nose mounting. ? No can issues, nothing, it just delivered. your results may va ry of course. These are "cheap" chinese motors and you do not have the support structure in place like the name brands. but considering you can buy almost 4 of them for the price of one AXI, it's pretty interesting. ? I've run a lot of these chinese motors and maybe I'm just lucky, but I just don't have problems. I keep hearing about problems with darned near everything, including name brand stuff, and the only issue we've run into yet was a very early bearing failure with an AXI...that's all. Ever. ? I have yet to install one of these on a VF3, and wonder about it because by it's very nature you will have to use more power to fly it. I realize 82 amps is a lot, but the packs never got warm, nor did the speed control or motor, so who knows. ? in short, if this is your first forray into electrics of this size, you would probably be better off with the AXI just from the standpoint of support. But so far I can't find a thing wrong with this motor, or else I am just that lucky (and THAT is highly unlikely, trust me!) ? -Mike ? ----- Original Message ----- From:?Anthony Abdullah To:?General pattern discussion Sent:?Thursday, September 25, 2008 12:04 PM Subject:?[NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors As I am doing my research into the world of electric pattern I have come across the HXT line of electric motors. It a ppears that the HXT 63-64 B230 is a fraction of the cost of the comparable AXI motor ($60 vs.$200+)?with very similar performance numbers, physical dimensions, etc. In fact, according to the info?I saw?it is even 12 grams lighter. ? Being a realist I have to ask the question; what's the catch? Will it burn out after three flights, does it run excessively hot, does it smell like bacon? I don't get it. Is it just a cheap Chinese knock off, a very good value, or both? What I really want to know is, is the motor viable for F3A pattern? ? I appreciate any information you guys can provide, particularly from those who have used them or seen them run. ? Thanks a bunch Anthony E-mail message checked by Spyware Doctor (5.5.1.322) Database version: 5.10780e http://www.pctools.com/spyware-doctor/ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion E-mail message checked by Spyware Doctor (5.5.1.322) Database version: 5.10780e http://www.pctools.com/en/spyware-doctor/ E-mail message checked by Spyware Doctor (5.5.1.322) Database version: 5.10780e http://www.pctools.com/spyware-doctor/ Stay up to date on your PC, the Web, and your mobile phone with Windows Live.?See Now?_______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org h ttp://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion Stay up to date on your PC, the Web, and your mobile phone with Windows Live. 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See Now =_______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From f3aflyer7 at gmail.com Fri Sep 26 19:30:30 2008 From: f3aflyer7 at gmail.com (Scott Pavlock) Date: Sat, 27 Sep 2008 03:30:30 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors In-Reply-To: <092620081717.26764.48DD1923000448330000688C22228869349B0A02D2089B9A019C04040A0DBF0A9D0A9B0A019D080C9C@att.net> References: <3C4B6532-C374-4003-8879-40B743782916@bellsouth.net> <273418.58542.qm@web82105.mail.mud.yahoo.com> <092620081717.26764.48DD1923000448330000688C22228869349B0A02D2089B9A019C04040A0DBF0A9D0A9B0A019D080C9C@att.net> Message-ID: <72f9ee7c0809262030x22dd14b2h35434e262533c001@mail.gmail.com> Anthony, My experience with generic brand, cheaper motors has shown a lot about how different manufacturers use various techniques to cut costs, and how it severely reduces the quality of the product. From an economic standpoint, it's impossible for two manufacturers to sell two supposedly identical products at such a large price difference. The only way this is possible is to increase the quantity sold, and I'm sure AXI sells more motors than HXT. In performance testing both in the air and on a dyno, the generic brand almost always under performs fairly severely. This is usually a result of poor workmanship and poorly selected or out of date materials. There is a large difference in the metal that comes from China, and the metal that comes from Japan. The material costs to make an electric motor are fairly low because they can be bought in bulk and are readily accessable. Name brand motors tend to use quality materials, but more importantly, use higher quality labor where much of the costs to make the motor are incurred. This not only produces a quality motor, but unit to unit reliability. Many people use generic motors because they boast the same (in some cases better) numbers, for a fraction of the cost. Some end up with an up to standard motor and end up pretty happy with their purchase. But many also end up with a motor that performs marginal at best, or maybe not at all, without product replacement or product support. Motors can and will fail, and is the one component that has the capability to destroy both the ESC and the battery in one violent 500A burst. And one way to help prevent this it is to use a high quality system. In the long run, you will be much happier with a name brand motor, regardless of wether you are just getting started or have been using electrics for years. The same goes for the batteries and ESC. Scott On Fri, Sep 26, 2008 at 12:17 PM, wrote: > Hey Anthony, > > I am using the Castle Creations HV85 and a mix of Tanic and Vampower > batteries. I haven't used a Jeti, but I'm sure it would do well also. My > packs are between 4500-5000 mah flying the masters pattern. > > Emory. > > -------------- Original message from Anthony Abdullah : > -------------- > > Emory, > What ESC and battery did you use with that. Is the Jeti spin 99 still the > right choice for that motor? > Thanks for the info. > --- On *Fri, 9/26/08, Emory Schroeter * wrote: > > From: Emory Schroeter > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors > To: "General pattern discussion" > Date: Friday, September 26, 2008, 8:08 AM > > > Hey Anthony, > From my experience, I was amazed at how well the HXT motor performed. I > don't remember the stats exactly, but they were very close to the > performance I was seeing with the AXI. I believe it was slightly less > efficient (maybe 2 more amps drawn) and had about 200 less RPM than the AXI. > Like someone mentioned, I kept waiting for it to fail, but it didn't. I had > well over 100 flights on it when I decided to plant the airplane in the > ground. Based on my experience with it, I wouldn't hesitate to try one again > in the future. I mostly used the APC 20x15 prop. > > Emory Schroeter. > > > On Sep 25, 2008, at 1:30 PM, Anthony Romano wrote: > > Hi Mike, > Are you sure on that prop size? > > > > ------------------------------ > From: kerlock at comcast.net > To: aabdu at sbcglobal.net; nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 12:59:16 -0400 > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors > > > Ok, some in depth answers. > > We did in fact test this motor last season on a Black Magic V2, flying > masters. We used the HXT 63-64B 230kv motor. We used a CC HV85 controller, > Tanic and vampower packs. > > Power is certainly not a problem for this motor. It is fairly comparable to > the AXI. 2700 watts, 82 amps, 6200 RPM on an APC 20x14. the motor never got > over 110 degrees. > > Longevity: we got well over 100 flights on it before the plane was lost, no > problems whatsoever. This was using Esprit stand off mounts as well, o nose > mounting. > > No can issues, nothing, it just delivered. your results may vary of course. > These are "cheap" chinese motors and you do not have the support structure > in place like the name brands. but considering you can buy almost 4 of them > for the price of one AXI, it's pretty interesting. > > I've run a lot of these chinese motors and maybe I'm just lucky, but I just > don't have problems. I keep hearing about problems with darned near > everything, including name brand stuff, and the only issue we've run into > yet was a very early bearing failure with an AXI...that's all. Ever. > > I have yet to install one of these on a VF3, and wonder about it because by > it's very nature you will have to use more power to fly it. I realize 82 > amps is a lot, but the packs never got warm, nor did the speed control or > motor, so who knows. > > in short, if this is your first forray into electrics of this size, you > would probably be better off with the AXI just from the standpoint of > support. But so far I can't find a thing wrong with this motor, or else I am > just that lucky (and THAT is highly unlikely, trust me!) > > -Mike > > > ----- Original Message ----- > *From:* Anthony Abdullah > *To:* General pattern discussion > *Sent:* Thursday, September 25, 2008 12:04 PM > *Subject:* [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors > > As I am doing my research into the world of electric pattern I have come > across the HXT line of electric motors. It appears that the HXT 63-64 B230 > is a fraction of the cost of the comparable AXI motor ($60 vs.$200+) with > very similar performance numbers, physical dimensions, etc. In fact, > according to the info I saw it is even 12 grams lighter. > > Being a realist I have to ask the question; what's the catch? Will it burn > out after three flights, does it run excessively hot, does it smell like > bacon? I don't get it. Is it just a cheap Chinese knock off, a very good > value, or both? What I really want to know is, is the motor viable for F3A > pattern? > > I appreciate any information you guys can provide, particularly from those > who have used them or seen them run. > > Thanks a bunch > Anthony > > > * > > E-mail message checked by Spyware Doctor (5.5.1.322) > Database version: 5.10780e > http://www.pctools.com/spyware-doctor/ > * > ------------------------------ > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > > > E-mail message checked by Spyware Doctor (5.5.1.322) > Database version: 5.10780e > http://www.pctools.com/en/spyware-doctor/ > > > > * > > E-mail message checked by Spyware Doctor (5.5.1.322) > Database version: 5.10780e > http://www.pctools.com/spyware-doctor/ > * > ------------------------------ > Stay up to date on your PC, the Web, and your mobile phone with Windows > Live. 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Just playing, I know what it's like... Matt ----- Original Message ----- From: Don Ramsey To: General pattern discussion Sent: Friday, September 26, 2008 1:14 PM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Contest Results Results for the North Dallas Pattern Classic is available on pages.suddenlink.net/donramsey Sorry for the delay but I still don't have internet from effects of the hurricane. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From glmiller3 at suddenlink.net Sat Sep 27 05:02:49 2008 From: glmiller3 at suddenlink.net (glmiller3 at suddenlink.net) Date: Sat, 27 Sep 2008 13:02:49 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Gulf Coast Pattern Championship !!!! Message-ID: <20080927080245.7FQ6Q.410379.root@Web03> HI All, I just wanted to remind everyone in D6 that the GCPC will be held as scheduled in Sulphur LA next weekend. The field will be open all week but "officially" open for practice on Friday - The weather here this weekend is FABULOUS! I hope that it holds for next weekend. Link to flyer: http://www.larksrc.org/GCPC.htm Link to Map: http://www.larksrc.org/MAP.htm There are many more hotels in the area than are listed on the flyer, so please let me know if you are having trouble finding accomodations. I'm looking forward to seeing everyone again! George From mups1953 at yahoo.com Sat Sep 27 05:42:21 2008 From: mups1953 at yahoo.com (mike mueller) Date: Sat, 27 Sep 2008 13:42:21 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors In-Reply-To: <72f9ee7c0809262030x22dd14b2h35434e262533c001@mail.gmail.com> Message-ID: <87424.81350.qm@web51011.mail.re2.yahoo.com> ?Anthony my experience is consistent with Scotts observations. I really think the AXI F3a is the best bang for the buck in E. pattern. Mine was so reliable this last season that I never had to one think to it in over 200 flights plus if you did have a problem with it Hobby Lobby would replace it. At $280 your well served and the power they deliver is impressive. Mike --- On Fri, 9/26/08, Scott Pavlock wrote: From: Scott Pavlock Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors To: "General pattern discussion" Date: Friday, September 26, 2008, 10:30 PM Anthony, My experience with generic brand, cheaper motors has shown a lot about how different manufacturers use various techniques to cut costs, and how it severely reduces the quality of the product. From an economic standpoint, it's impossible for two manufacturers to sell two supposedly identical products at such a large price difference. The only way this is possible is to increase the quantity sold, and I'm sure AXI sells more motors than HXT. In performance testing both in the air and on a dyno, the generic brand almost always under performs fairly severely. This is usually a result of poor workmanship and poorly selected or out of date materials. There is a large difference in the metal that comes from China, and the metal that comes from Japan. The material costs to make an electric motor are fairly low because they can be bought in bulk and are readily accessable. Name brand motors tend to use quality materials, but more importantly, use higher quality labor where much of the costs to make the motor are incurred. This not only produces a quality motor, but unit to unit reliability. Many people use generic motors because they boast the same (in some cases better) numbers, for a fraction of the cost. Some end up with an up to standard motor and end up pretty happy with their purchase. But many also end up with a motor that performs marginal at best, or maybe not at all, without product replacement or product support. Motors can and will fail, and is the one component that has the capability to destroy both the ESC and the battery in one violent 500A burst. And one way to help prevent this it is to use a high quality system. In the long run, you will be much happier with a name brand motor, regardless of wether you are just getting started or have been using electrics for years. The same goes for the batteries and ESC. Scott On Fri, Sep 26, 2008 at 12:17 PM, wrote: Hey Anthony, ? I am using the Castle Creations HV85 and a mix of Tanic and Vampower batteries. I haven't used a Jeti, but I'm sure it would do well also. My packs are between 4500-5000 mah flying the masters pattern. ? Emory. -------------- Original message from Anthony Abdullah : -------------- Emory, What ESC and battery did you use with that. Is the Jeti spin 99 still the right choice for that motor? Thanks for the info. --- On Fri, 9/26/08, Emory Schroeter wrote: From: Emory Schroeter Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors To: "General pattern discussion" Date: Friday, September 26, 2008, 8:08 AM Hey Anthony, >From my experience, I was amazed at how well the HXT motor performed. I don't remember the stats exactly, but they were very close to the performance I was seeing with the AXI. I believe it was slightly less efficient (maybe 2 more amps drawn) and had about 200 less RPM than the AXI. Like someone mentioned, I kept waiting for it to fail, but it didn't. I had well over 100 flights on it when I decided to plant the airplane in the ground. Based on my experience with it, I wouldn't?hesitate?to try one again in the future. I mostly used the APC 20x15 prop. Emory Schroeter. On Sep 25, 2008, at 1:30 PM, Anthony Romano wrote: Hi Mike, Are you sure on that prop size? From:?kerlock at comcast.net To:?aabdu at sbcglobal.net;?nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 12:59:16 -0400 Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors Ok, some in depth answers. ? We did in fact test this motor last season on a Black Magic V2, flying masters. We used the HXT 63-64B 230kv motor. We used a CC HV85 controller, Tanic and vampower packs. ? Power is certainly not a problem for this motor. It is fairly comparable to the AXI. 2700 watts, 82 amps, 6200 RPM on an APC 20x14. the motor never got over 110 degrees. ? Longevity: we got well over 100 flights on it before the plane was lost, no problems whatsoever. This was using Esprit stand off mounts as well, o nose mounting. ? No can issues, nothing, it just delivered. your results may vary of course. These are "cheap" chinese motors and you do not have the support structure in place like the name brands. but considering you can buy almost 4 of them for the price of one AXI, it's pretty interesting. ? I've run a lot of these chinese motors and maybe I'm just lucky, but I just don't have problems. I keep hearing about problems with darned near everything, including name brand stuff, and the only issue we've run into yet was a very early bearing failure with an AXI...that's all. Ever. ? I have yet to install one of these on a VF3, and wonder about it because by it's very nature you will have to use more power to fly it. I realize 82 amps is a lot, but the packs never got warm, nor did the speed control or motor, so who knows. ? in short, if this is your first forray into electrics of this size, you would probably be better off with the AXI just from the standpoint of support. But so far I can't find a thing wrong with this motor, or else I am just that lucky (and THAT is highly unlikely, trust me!) ? -Mike ? ----- Original Message ----- From:?Anthony Abdullah To:?General pattern discussion Sent:?Thursday, September 25, 2008 12:04 PM Subject:?[NSRCA-discussion] E-Question HXT motors As I am doing my research into the world of electric pattern I have come across the HXT line of electric motors. It appears that the HXT 63-64 B230 is a fraction of the cost of the comparable AXI motor ($60 vs.$200+)?with very similar performance numbers, physical dimensions, etc. In fact, according to the info?I saw?it is even 12 grams lighter. ? Being a realist I have to ask the question; what's the catch? Will it burn out after three flights, does it run excessively hot, does it smell like bacon? I don't get it. Is it just a cheap Chinese knock off, a very good value, or both? What I really want to know is, is the motor viable for F3A pattern? ? I appreciate any information you guys can provide, particularly from those who have used them or seen them run. ? 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OS Alum tuned pipe for OS 140RX excellent cond - $ 75.00 Hyde "A" mount for OS 140 - 65.00 Mike Austin > Date: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 21:53:42 -0400 > From: > To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] For Sale > > I'll post this for anyone interested before going to RCU with it. > > Low time OS 140RX w/ Mintor 2 plug head & standard head included $275.00 > Mueller header for same motor - $25.00 > Hyde "A" mount for same motor - $75.00 > OS pipe- excellent condition - $ 85.00 > Package deal for 450.00 !! > > Be happy to provide pics and info if interested. > > Email me anytime. > > Mike Austin > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From jeff at priusonline.com Sat Sep 27 14:38:19 2008 From: jeff at priusonline.com (Jeff Hatton) Date: Sat, 27 Sep 2008 22:38:19 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Test Message-ID: Ignore - Jeff Hatton From iflyrc24 at gmail.com Sat Sep 27 15:21:39 2008 From: iflyrc24 at gmail.com (iflyrc24 at gmail.com) Date: Sat, 27 Sep 2008 23:21:39 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Test Message-ID: <714841397-1222557693-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-1422783371-@bxe259.bisx.prod.on.blackberry> Works here. Dowayne ------Original Message------ From: Jeff Hatton Sender: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org To: NSRCA Mailing List ReplyTo: General pattern discussion Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Test Sent: Sep 27, 2008 6:38 PM Ignore - Jeff Hatton _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry From mjfrederick at cox.net Sat Sep 27 20:03:30 2008 From: mjfrederick at cox.net (Matthew Frederick) Date: Sun, 28 Sep 2008 04:03:30 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Gulf Coast Pattern Championship !!!! References: <20080927080245.7FQ6Q.410379.root@Web03> Message-ID: <7941E656651541DA98262C27D4559304@Mattmobile> Wish I could make it, George, but unfortunately I've only got one flight on my Patriot so far. I'll be at Crowley, though! Matt ----- Original Message ----- From: To: "NSRCA List" Sent: Saturday, September 27, 2008 8:02 AM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Gulf Coast Pattern Championship !!!! > HI All, > > I just wanted to remind everyone in D6 that the GCPC will be held as > scheduled in Sulphur LA next weekend. The field will be open all week but > "officially" open for practice on Friday - The weather here this weekend > is FABULOUS! I hope that it holds for next weekend. > > Link to flyer: > > http://www.larksrc.org/GCPC.htm > > Link to Map: > > http://www.larksrc.org/MAP.htm > > There are many more hotels in the area than are listed on the flyer, so > please let me know if you are having trouble finding accomodations. > > I'm looking forward to seeing everyone again! > > George > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From ed_alt at hotmail.com Sun Sep 28 02:36:33 2008 From: ed_alt at hotmail.com (Ed Alt) Date: Sun, 28 Sep 2008 10:36:33 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Fw: Wistmodel Prestige for sale Message-ID: Just posted to RCU http://www.rcuniverse.com/market/item.cfm?itemid=437793&electric=0 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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The field will be open all week but > "officially" open for practice on Friday - The weather here this weekend > is FABULOUS! I hope that it holds for next weekend. > > Link to flyer: > > http://www.larksrc.org/GCPC.htm > > Link to Map: > > http://www.larksrc.org/MAP.htm > > There are many more hotels in the area than are listed on the flyer, so > please let me know if you are having trouble finding accomodations. > > I'm looking forward to seeing everyone again! > > George > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From jlachow at hotmail.com Sun Sep 28 08:53:28 2008 From: jlachow at hotmail.com (Joe Lachowski) Date: Sun, 28 Sep 2008 16:53:28 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Revised for Sale List Message-ID: Here is a bunch of stuff I have for sale. Anything under $25.00 single or in combination, you pay for shipping. Contact me off list. O.S. 140 RX, excellent running shape - $275.00 2 used NMP Li-Ion Chargers($32) - $25.00 for both Tru-Turn Spinner 3? FAI 120 Slot, 2bl new - $25.00 TT-0825-A 8X1.25mm & 8mm bushing($8.95) - $4.50 Central Hobbies Nose Ring f/OS140($12.95) ? 6.50 Hobbico Exhaust Deflector 60-270size) - $1.00 OS #8 plug - $4.00 OS Type F plugs qty of 3 - $12.00 K&B 1L plugs qty of 6 - $20.00 Central Hobbies NMPTW2 tail wheel assembly($24.95) - $12.50 Tettra Crank Tank 580cc(20 oz)($12.95) - $6.50 Tettra Crank Tank 460cc(16 oz) ($11.95)- two available at $6.00 Hayes 16 oz fuel tank - $3.00 Dubro 20 oz fuel tank - $3.00 50 plus assorted wheels of various sizes - $25.00 OS 1.40 RX parts 72102100 140RX Header you get one NIP, 3 used and a life time supply of Viton O-Rings - $50.00 22681980 140RX Needle($9.49) - $7.00 29403200 140RX Piston($58.00) - $45.00 294034000 140RX Piston Ring($26.99) - $20.00 29431000/29430010 EFI Bearing Set($44.98) - $35.00 GPMQ4588 Great Planes Spinner Adapter f/140RX($4.49) - $3.00 71703009 In-flight control needle valve($31.99) (have 2) - $20.00 each 28282000 Remote Needle Valve Assembly($36.99) - $25.00 MACS 4745 2.25? rise Header f/140RX($37.99) - $25.00 2841400 RX Gasket Set($5.49) - $4.00 45508200 RX Woodruff Key($3.59)(have 2) - $2.50 each 27517000 Piston Pin Retainer($2.69)(have 2 sets) - $2.00 each 71531000 OS Non-Bubble Weight(Clunk)($15.99)(have 3) - $10.00 each 26711305 Ratchet Spring ($2.09) - $1.00 _________________________________________________________________ Want to do more with Windows Live? 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FAI 120 Slot, 2bl new - $25.00 SOLD TT-0825-A 8X1.25mm & 8mm bushing($8.95) - $4.50 Central Hobbies Nose Ring f/OS140($12.95) ? 6.50 SOLD Hobbico Exhaust Deflector 60-270size) - $1.00 OS #8 plug - $4.00 SOLD OS Type F plugs qty of 3 - $12.00 SOLD K&B 1L plugs qty of 6 - $20.00 SOLD Central Hobbies NMPTW2 tail wheel assembly($24.95) - $12.50 Tettra Crank Tank 580cc(20 oz)($12.95) - $6.50 SOLD Tettra Crank Tank 460cc(16 oz) ($11.95)- two available at $6.00 SOLD Hayes 16 oz fuel tank - $3.00 Dubro 20 oz fuel tank - $3.00 50 plus assorted wheels of various sizes - $25.00 OS 1.40 RX parts 72102100 140RX Header you get one NIP, 3 used and a life time supply of Viton O-Rings - $50.00 22681980 140RX Needle($9.49) - $7.00 29403200 140RX Piston($58.00) - $45.00 294034000 140RX Piston Ring($26.99) - $20.00 29431000/29430010 EFI Bearing Set($44.98) - $35.00 GPMQ4588 Great Planes Spinner Adapter f/140RX($4.49) - $3.00 71703009 In-flight control needle valve($31.99) (have 2) - $20.00 each BOTH SOLD 28282000 Remote Needle Valve Assembly($36.99) - $25.00 MACS 4745 2.25? rise Header f/140RX($37.99) - $25.00 2841400 RX Gasket Set($5.49) - $4.00 45508200 RX Woodruff Key($3.59)(have 2) - $2.50 each 27517000 Piston Pin Retainer($2.69)(have 2 sets) - $2.00 each 71531000 OS Non-Bubble Weight(Clunk)($15.99)(have 3) - $10.00 each 26711305 Ratchet Spring ($2.09) - $1.00 Want to do more with Windows Live? 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It was a great contest and we had a great weekend. I am also planing to attend next year. -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: "Dan" Just a quick note to give a great big thank you to Todd Schmidt and the Bourbon County RC club for hosting another superb contest this weekend past. Large attendance, huge hospitality and perfect weather. Add in some stiff competition and you end up with a truly great weekend. Thanks to Todd and all the club members. All ready looking forward to next year. Dan -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- An embedded message was scrubbed... From: "Dan" Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] BCRC Contest Date: Mon, 29 Sep 2008 01:39:07 +0000 Size: 691 URL: From steveandlaurel at valornet.com Sun Sep 28 18:02:07 2008 From: steveandlaurel at valornet.com (Steve Ford) Date: Mon, 29 Sep 2008 02:02:07 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] BCRC Contest References: <092920080151.15169.48E034AA00007EDF00003B4122155688840C9D0A9B020A0C0790@comcast.net> Message-ID: <99C5BE47B2C7462384668A0EEBA837B9@Home> The Bourbon Barrel was a great time, thanks to Todd and the club members. Steve Ford ----- Original Message ----- From: vicenterc at comcast.net To: General pattern discussion Sent: Sunday, September 28, 2008 8:51 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] BCRC Contest I agree 100%. It was a great contest and we had a great weekend. I am also planing to attend next year. -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: "Dan" Just a quick note to give a great big thank you to Todd Schmidt and the Bourbon County RC club for hosting another superb contest this weekend past. Large attendance, huge hospitality and perfect weather. Add in some stiff competition and you end up with a truly great weekend. Thanks to Todd and all the club members. All ready looking forward to next year. Dan ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. 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It was a great contest and we had a great weekend.? I am also planing to attend next year.? -- Vicente "Vince" Bortone -------------- Original message -------------- From: "Dan" Just a quick note to give a great big thank you to Todd Schmidt and the Bourbon County RC club for hosting another superb contest this weekend past.? Large attendance, huge hospitality and perfect weather.? Add in some stiff competition and you end up with a truly great weekend. ? Thanks to Todd and all the club members. ? All ready looking forward to next year. ? Dan ________________________________ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion ________________________________ No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.4/1695 - Release Date: 9/27/2008 1:11 PM -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.5/1697 - Release Date: 9/29/2008 7:40 AM From Lisandro.Zapata at rsandh.com Mon Sep 29 08:58:02 2008 From: Lisandro.Zapata at rsandh.com (Zapata, Lisandro Arturo) Date: Mon, 29 Sep 2008 16:58:02 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Arturo In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Hello, Thanks for the email, I checked this morning and still I am in the last place :( LOL Anyway, whenever you're are ready send me the files and I will work on them Arturo -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of JShulman Sent: Monday, September 29, 2008 12:02 PM To: NSRCA Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Arturo Email me please BTW: Final scores are posted on the Jax thread Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.5/1697 - Release Date: 9/29/2008 7:40 AM _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From lightfoot at sc.rr.com Mon Sep 29 09:17:11 2008 From: lightfoot at sc.rr.com (Jay Marshall) Date: Mon, 29 Sep 2008 17:17:11 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] D2 Championships Message-ID: When and where? One site says Lake City, the other Woodruff. Jay Marshall -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From Lisandro.Zapata at rsandh.com Mon Sep 29 09:29:16 2008 From: Lisandro.Zapata at rsandh.com (Zapata, Lisandro Arturo) Date: Mon, 29 Sep 2008 17:29:16 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Arturo In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Sorry, this email was meant to be private, but if any of you have the schedules in excel, that will help me a lot. Arturo -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Zapata, Lisandro Arturo Sent: Monday, September 29, 2008 12:58 PM To: General pattern discussion Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Arturo Hello, Thanks for the email, I checked this morning and still I am in the last place :( LOL Anyway, whenever you're are ready send me the files and I will work on them Arturo -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of JShulman Sent: Monday, September 29, 2008 12:02 PM To: NSRCA Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Arturo Email me please BTW: Final scores are posted on the Jax thread Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.5/1697 - Release Date: 9/29/2008 7:40 AM _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From jshulman at cfl.rr.com Mon Sep 29 12:18:49 2008 From: jshulman at cfl.rr.com (JShulman) Date: Mon, 29 Sep 2008 20:18:49 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Interesting reading Message-ID: This was posted in one of our local clubs newsletters... never knew. Most Futaba battery packs and individual Sanyo battery cells (which most OEM radio manufacturers use) have a two-letter date code stamped somewhere on the pack or cell. The first letter of the code is the year of manufacture and the second letter is the month of manufacture. 1996=A, 1997=B, 1998=C, etc. January=A, February=B, March=C, etc. If you have a battery or pack with a date code of IB, it was manufactured in February of 2004. Regards, Jason www.jasonshulman.com www.shulmanaviation.com www.composite-arf.com No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.5/1697 - Release Date: 9/29/2008 7:40 AM From cjm767driver at hotmail.com Mon Sep 29 16:02:25 2008 From: cjm767driver at hotmail.com (chris moon) Date: Tue, 30 Sep 2008 00:02:25 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] D2 Championships Message-ID: Jay, Last email I got from Blaire and confirmed by Ryan is Oct 18-19 at Lake City Chris Jay Marshall wrote: > > When and where? One site says Lake City, the other Woodruff. > > */Jay Marshall/* > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _________________________________________________________________ Stay up to date on your PC, the Web, and your mobile phone with Windows Live. http://clk.atdmt.com/MRT/go/msnnkwxp1020093185mrt/direct/01/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From lightfoot at sc.rr.com Mon Sep 29 16:53:50 2008 From: lightfoot at sc.rr.com (Jay Marshall) Date: Tue, 30 Sep 2008 00:53:50 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] D2 Championships In-Reply-To: Message-ID: Thanks. The NSRCA calendar still had it at Woodruff but the D2 calendar said Lake City. There are, however, two consecutive contests scheduled for Lake City. Jay Marshall -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of chris moon Sent: Monday, September 29, 2008 8:02 PM To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] D2 Championships Jay, Last email I got from Blaire and confirmed by Ryan is Oct 18-19 at Lake City Chris Jay Marshall wrote: > > When and where? One site says Lake City, the other Woodruff. > > */Jay Marshall/* > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _____ Stay up to date on your PC, the Web, and your mobile phone with Windows Live. See Now -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From patternrules at yahoo.com Mon Sep 29 19:57:47 2008 From: patternrules at yahoo.com (Steven Maxwell) Date: Tue, 30 Sep 2008 03:57:47 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] For Sale Axi 5320/28 Message-ID: <982533.25252.qm@web58406.mail.re3.yahoo.com> ?Comes with 3 18X12? and one 19X12 props used last year great shape.? $185 shipped USPS priority mail. ? Steve Maxwell -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From bob at toprudder.com Tue Sep 30 03:21:13 2008 From: bob at toprudder.com (Robert Richards) Date: Tue, 30 Sep 2008 11:21:13 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] D2 Championships In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <440242.78940.qm@web1104.biz.mail.sk1.yahoo.com> The last time I checked (a month ago??) there were conflicting dates depending on which website I checked. The last I heard, the Oct 18-19 dates were going to be changed to either Oct 25-26 or Oct 11-12. I think Ryan was leaning towards Oct 25-26. Maybe they decided to stick to the original date. Bob R. Jay Marshall wrote: Thanks. The NSRCA calendar still had it at Woodruff but the D2 calendar said Lake City. There are, however, two consecutive contests scheduled for Lake City. Jay Marshall -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of chris moon Sent: Monday, September 29, 2008 8:02 PM To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] D2 Championships Jay, Last email I got from Blaire and confirmed by Ryan is Oct 18-19 at Lake City Chris Jay Marshall wrote: > > When and where? One site says Lake City, the other Woodruff. > > */Jay Marshall/* > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion --------------------------------- Stay up to date on your PC, the Web, and your mobile phone with Windows Live. See Now _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From timsautopro at yahoo.com Tue Sep 30 07:48:19 2008 From: timsautopro at yahoo.com (Tim Taylor) Date: Tue, 30 Sep 2008 15:48:19 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] D2 Championships In-Reply-To: <440242.78940.qm@web1104.biz.mail.sk1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <479260.28886.qm@web62304.mail.re1.yahoo.com> I talked to Blaire and the Lake City club and the dates are Oct 18-19 at the Lake City field. --- On Tue, 9/30/08, Robert Richards wrote: From: Robert Richards Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] D2 Championships To: "General pattern discussion" , nsrca-dist2 at lists.nsrca.org, "Ryan Smith" Date: Tuesday, September 30, 2008, 7:21 AM The last time I checked (a month ago??) there were conflicting dates depending on which website I?checked.? The last I heard, the Oct 18-19 dates were going to be changed to either Oct 25-26 or Oct 11-12. I think Ryan was leaning towards Oct 25-26. Maybe they decided to stick to the original date. ? Bob R. Jay Marshall wrote: Thanks. The NSRCA calendar still had it at Woodruff but the D2 calendar said Lake City. There are, however, two consecutive contests scheduled for Lake City. ? Jay Marshall -----Original Message----- From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of chris moon Sent: Monday, September 29, 2008 8:02 PM To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] D2 Championships ? Jay, Last email I got from Blaire and confirmed by Ryan is Oct 18-19 at Lake City Chris Jay Marshall wrote: > > When and where? One site says Lake City, the other Woodruff. > > */Jay Marshall/* > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion Stay up to date on your PC, the Web, and your mobile phone with Windows Live. See Now_______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From humptybump at sbcglobal.net Tue Sep 30 07:59:53 2008 From: humptybump at sbcglobal.net (Richard Lewis) Date: Tue, 30 Sep 2008 15:59:53 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] LARKS Contest Oct 4&5 - Getting excited for this one... Message-ID: <727007.63004.qm@web83107.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Wow -?Should be?an incredible October weekend for flying. ? Myself, Mark H, and my Dad plan on camping at the field Friday and Saturday. ? I understand that their facilities were damaged by Ike, but there's plenty of shed left and the clubhouse was unscathed. ? I hope the turnout is good for this one..I hope the Crowley/BR boys have the?stones to show up..:) ? Richard Lewis -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From smaragdz at bellsouth.net Tue Sep 30 08:09:43 2008 From: smaragdz at bellsouth.net (Ryan Smith) Date: Tue, 30 Sep 2008 16:09:43 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] D2 Championships Message-ID: <093020081609.19047.48E24F430002B94A00004A6722230682229B0A02D2089B9A019C04040A0DBF960B090E9D0E039C@att.net> Hey guys, The date has been set for the 18th and 19th of October at the Lake City field. I truly apologize for the confusion that has come about from all of this, but after some discussion, this was chosen as the best date overall. Please mark your calendars as this is the final date. I look forward to seeing everyone there! If you have not been to the Lake City field before, it's a great venue and there are power hookups for campers. There is a shower and an indoor restroom on site as well. 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Myself, Mark H, and my Dad plan on camping at the field Friday and Saturday. I understand that their facilities were damaged by Ike, but there's plenty of shed left and the clubhouse was unscathed. I hope the turnout is good for this one..I hope the Crowley/BR boys have the stones to show up..:) Richard Lewis ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From glmiller3 at suddenlink.net Tue Sep 30 15:00:43 2008 From: glmiller3 at suddenlink.net (glmiller3 at suddenlink.net) Date: Tue, 30 Sep 2008 23:00:43 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] LARKS Contest Oct 4&5 - Getting excited for thisone... In-Reply-To: <7269FB846C6B40618E66232D4F793847@Mattmobile> Message-ID: <20080930180040.KKRZ2.126521.root@Web01> Come on over Matthew! You can trim it out Saturday morning! G ---- Matthew Frederick wrote: ============= I don't know if any of us BR boys are coming. Maybe Jim. I might come, but I doubt it. I just got my Patriot up and running, and only have one flight on it. Other than that, I haven't flown since March when my Genesis went in. Matt ----- Original Message ----- From: Richard Lewis To: General pattern discussion Sent: Tuesday, September 30, 2008 10:59 AM Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] LARKS Contest Oct 4&5 - Getting excited for thisone... Wow - Should be an incredible October weekend for flying. Myself, Mark H, and my Dad plan on camping at the field Friday and Saturday. I understand that their facilities were damaged by Ike, but there's plenty of shed left and the clubhouse was unscathed. I hope the turnout is good for this one..I hope the Crowley/BR boys have the stones to show up..:) Richard Lewis ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From flyintexan at att.net Tue Sep 30 15:06:45 2008 From: flyintexan at att.net (Mark Hunt) Date: Tue, 30 Sep 2008 23:06:45 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] LARKS Contest Oct 4&5 - Getting excited for thisone... References: <20080930180040.KKRZ2.126521.root@Web01> Message-ID: <4D69C54270DC48ACA3637D7F34639CD4@MARK> Get there Friday afternoon and we'll all trim on it! -Mark ----- Original Message ----- From: To: "General pattern discussion" Sent: Tuesday, September 30, 2008 6:00 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] LARKS Contest Oct 4&5 - Getting excited for thisone... > Come on over Matthew! You can trim it out Saturday morning! > > G > ---- Matthew Frederick wrote: > > ============= > I don't know if any of us BR boys are coming. Maybe Jim. I might come, but > I doubt it. I just got my Patriot up and running, and only have one flight > on it. Other than that, I haven't flown since March when my Genesis went > in. > > Matt > ----- Original Message ----- > From: Richard Lewis > To: General pattern discussion > Sent: Tuesday, September 30, 2008 10:59 AM > Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] LARKS Contest Oct 4&5 - Getting excited for > thisone... > > > Wow - Should be an incredible October weekend for flying. > > > > Myself, Mark H, and my Dad plan on camping at the field Friday and > Saturday. > > > > I understand that their facilities were damaged by Ike, but there's > plenty of shed left and the clubhouse was unscathed. > > > > I hope the turnout is good for this one..I hope the Crowley/BR boys have > the stones to show up..:) > > > > Richard Lewis > > > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion From glmiller3 at suddenlink.net Tue Sep 30 15:08:00 2008 From: glmiller3 at suddenlink.net (glmiller3 at suddenlink.net) Date: Tue, 30 Sep 2008 23:08:00 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] LARKS Contest Oct 4&5 - Getting excited for this one... In-Reply-To: <727007.63004.qm@web83107.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <20080930180757.POV5S.126739.root@Web01> Hey Richard! We have the hurricane damage cleared away (though not repaired) All is go for the weekend. The weather looks absolutely FABULOUS! We have plenty of canopy left and the electricity is OK at the field....I'm glad to hear that your Dad is back in the air! Did he ever find the missing plane? See ya this weekend! George ---- Richard Lewis wrote: ============= Wow -?Should be?an incredible October weekend for flying. ? Myself, Mark H, and my Dad plan on camping at the field Friday and Saturday. ? I understand that their facilities were damaged by Ike, but there's plenty of shed left and the clubhouse was unscathed. ? I hope the turnout is good for this one..I hope the Crowley/BR boys have the?stones to show up..:) ? Richard Lewis From mjfrederick at cox.net Tue Sep 30 15:27:55 2008 From: mjfrederick at cox.net (Matthew Frederick) Date: Tue, 30 Sep 2008 23:27:55 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] LARKS Contest Oct 4&5 - Getting excited forthisone... References: <20080930180040.KKRZ2.126521.root@Web01> <4D69C54270DC48ACA3637D7F34639CD4@MARK> Message-ID: <162A576156F0434593E639E2E9B68AF0@Mattmobile> I dunno guys, it's very tempting. If I come, I'm gonna fly it the way it is. It's trimmed out good enough for intermediate already (heck, Jim was flying it the way it is in Masters). Unfortunately there are some minor issues that need to be taken care of structurally before real fine trimming can be done. OK, I'll make y'all a deal, if the engine parts I need get here by Thursday, I'll drive up Friday. Matt ----- Original Message ----- From: "Mark Hunt" To: "General pattern discussion" Sent: Tuesday, September 30, 2008 6:12 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] LARKS Contest Oct 4&5 - Getting excited forthisone... > Get there Friday afternoon and we'll all trim on it! > > -Mark > > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: > To: "General pattern discussion" > Sent: Tuesday, September 30, 2008 6:00 PM > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] LARKS Contest Oct 4&5 - Getting excited > for thisone... > > >> Come on over Matthew! You can trim it out Saturday morning! >> >> G >> ---- Matthew Frederick wrote: >> >> ============= >> I don't know if any of us BR boys are coming. Maybe Jim. I might come, >> but I doubt it. I just got my Patriot up and running, and only have one >> flight on it. Other than that, I haven't flown since March when my >> Genesis went in. >> >> Matt >> ----- Original Message ----- >> From: Richard Lewis >> To: General pattern discussion >> Sent: Tuesday, September 30, 2008 10:59 AM >> Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] LARKS Contest Oct 4&5 - Getting excited for >> thisone... >> >> >> Wow - Should be an incredible October weekend for flying. >> >> >> >> Myself, Mark H, and my Dad plan on camping at the field Friday and >> Saturday. >> >> >> >> I understand that their facilities were damaged by Ike, but there's >> plenty of shed left and the clubhouse was unscathed. >> >> >> >> I hope the turnout is good for this one..I hope the Crowley/BR boys have >> the stones to show up..:) >> >> >> >> Richard Lewis >> >> >> >> ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> NSRCA-discussion mailing list >> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org >> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion >> _______________________________________________ >> NSRCA-discussion mailing list >> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org >> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > From glmiller3 at suddenlink.net Tue Sep 30 16:45:38 2008 From: glmiller3 at suddenlink.net (glmiller3 at suddenlink.net) Date: Wed, 01 Oct 2008 00:45:38 -0000 Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] LARKS Contest Oct 4&5 - Getting excited forthisone... In-Reply-To: <162A576156F0434593E639E2E9B68AF0@Mattmobile> Message-ID: <20080930194536.P2089.495694.root@Web02> We'll see ya then! G ---- Matthew Frederick wrote: ============= I dunno guys, it's very tempting. If I come, I'm gonna fly it the way it is. It's trimmed out good enough for intermediate already (heck, Jim was flying it the way it is in Masters). Unfortunately there are some minor issues that need to be taken care of structurally before real fine trimming can be done. OK, I'll make y'all a deal, if the engine parts I need get here by Thursday, I'll drive up Friday. Matt ----- Original Message ----- From: "Mark Hunt" To: "General pattern discussion" Sent: Tuesday, September 30, 2008 6:12 PM Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] LARKS Contest Oct 4&5 - Getting excited forthisone... > Get there Friday afternoon and we'll all trim on it! > > -Mark > > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: > To: "General pattern discussion" > Sent: Tuesday, September 30, 2008 6:00 PM > Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] LARKS Contest Oct 4&5 - Getting excited > for thisone... > > >> Come on over Matthew! You can trim it out Saturday morning! >> >> G >> ---- Matthew Frederick wrote: >> >> ============= >> I don't know if any of us BR boys are coming. Maybe Jim. I might come, >> but I doubt it. I just got my Patriot up and running, and only have one >> flight on it. Other than that, I haven't flown since March when my >> Genesis went in. >> >> Matt >> ----- Original Message ----- >> From: Richard Lewis >> To: General pattern discussion >> Sent: Tuesday, September 30, 2008 10:59 AM >> Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] LARKS Contest Oct 4&5 - Getting excited for >> thisone... >> >> >> Wow - Should be an incredible October weekend for flying. >> >> >> >> Myself, Mark H, and my Dad plan on camping at the field Friday and >> Saturday. >> >> >> >> I understand that their facilities were damaged by Ike, but there's >> plenty of shed left and the clubhouse was unscathed. >> >> >> >> I hope the turnout is good for this one..I hope the Crowley/BR boys have >> the stones to show up..:) >> >> >> >> Richard Lewis >> >> >> >> ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> NSRCA-discussion mailing list >> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org >> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion >> _______________________________________________ >> NSRCA-discussion mailing list >> NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org >> http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > > _______________________________________________ > NSRCA-discussion mailing list > NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org > http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion > _______________________________________________ NSRCA-discussion mailing list NSRCA-discussion at lists.nsrca.org http://lists.nsrca.org/mailman/listinfo/nsrca-discussion