NO SURPRISE Anyone has tried Control Line Stunt flier during past 10 15 years will know traditional modeling suppliers no longer consider us viable market bright shining exception peo ple Sigand lesser still appreciated ex tent Sterling Carl Goldberg Top Flite industry folk feel arent enough us spending enough bucks justify continued devel opment products segment hobby Yes building CL Stunt ships has become specialized pursuit due limited resources available wish pursue hobby handful small spe cialty suppliers Stunt might well have gone way dinosaurs owe great debt thanks enterprising individuals make possible us obtain kits engines hardware necessary continue enjoy Stunt flying Among cottage industry entrepreneurs group individuals actually pro ducing kits Stunt models kitting Stunter significant undertaking outfit big Sig almost overwhelming endeavor small independent manufacturers resources necessary terms time money tools packaging forth substan tial Plus final analysis have find way market products because nobody can buy em dont know theyre available Maybe can help out area Over last few months several sup pliers have sent samples wares soon recognized could provide valuable ser viceboth manufacturer read ersby examining kits reporting through column month Id like give brief review four kits now available Skyray 35 offered Sig Mfg Co 401-7 South Front St Montezuma IA 50171 Challenger Galaxie Model Company Box 4842 Co vina CA 91723 Oriental manufactured Control Line Classics 24981 Nogal St Moreno Valley CA 92388 Forerunner Cus tom Models Dept l00 5515 Bridgeton Dr ArContinued page 174 Mike Keville LMesa AZ edits PAMPAs Stunt News newsletter Fancher thinks Mike spent much time flying does editing hed probably National Stunt Champ Mike says Old-Time Stunt Ringmaster powered vintage sandcast Fox 35 trailing edge technology Plane right Oriental kit Control Line Classics Two versions available full-bodied shown profile CLO offers eight different CL kits plus accessories large SASE gets info address column Oriental has classic styling 68 Model Aviation Control Lne Aerobatics Ted Fancher 158 Flying Cloud Isle Foster City CA 94404 Everything see photo has 52 associated some way Modeler Ken Wil son Evansville IN 52 years old Columbia RX-5 bicycle 1952 model silkcovered Ringmaster Fox 35 also 1952 vintage Everythingwith exception still operates good did 1952 Care guess what Photo Ken Wilson few Stunt kits available Sigs Skyray 35 good basic Stunter says Fancher CAT NO 106 Proof Switch Retail $995 Add $125 shipping Send $150 catalog Michigan residents add 4% sales tax IMPROVE YOUR 1991 SWITCH OVER f Switch Positive Locking Prevents Arriving field dead batteries Accidental switching off before take-off Will vibrate apart causing loss radio Does require special mounts Works radios Ideal seaplanes completely water proof SEE YOUR LOCAL HOBBY DEALER ej MN 55447 1-612/473-5971 New JerseyGlassboro Doug Barber l46 Stratton House Maple Shade NJ 08052 1-609/235-5318 New YorkQueens Contact Bob Bender I5161248-5118 New York NYC Contact Ed Whitten PO Box 176 Wall St Station New York NY 10005 phone 2l2/785-5327 info about pos sible flying Columbia Univer sity OkIahona Oklahoma City Sessions National Guard Armory Okla homa City Jan 22 Feb 19 1990 plus March date yet set Jim Belson 4933 NW 29th Oklahoma City OK 73l29 I405/946- l093 unavailable locally send Bru Line Industries Inc Box 3786 Center Line MI 48015 Washington Seattle Ed Lamb 159l SE 42nd PI Bellevue WA 98006 CL Aerobatics/Fancher Continued page 68 lington TX 76018 following whets appetite drop line Lets start out Skyray 35 de lightful competent-looking profile unflapped basic Stunt trainer designed Sigs own Mike Pratt Most will recognize Mike designer Sig Magnum suc cessful full-Stunt kit produced last decade Mike also current National Advanced Class Stunt Champion flyingwhat elsea Magnum 44 wingspan 400 sq area Skyray fits squarely niche ruled years venerable Sterling Ring master brief review aerodynamic fea tures including adequate area sound airfoil Kit includes rolled plans cut end sanded pans formed Kleen Sweep lending gear wheel axe steerable tail wheel bracket pusnrod set other basic 55 spanhardware 51 length 4 channel 14Y20 swept wing Symetrical Airfoil Engine 45- 602 cy 525-9074 CrenshawAeroRR 1 Box 121 ManIlla IN 46150 *7995 1*500 P ft HI check MO Visa Mc Other Kits Ave ii Write free cat modern approach moment arms ie long tail moment good stability smooth aerobatic inputs bears witness Skyrays su periority over Ringmaster pure Stunt trainer Reports respected pilots have flown original confirm expectations Powered suggested classic Fox 35 appears perfectly capable good AMA pattern Skyray includes several design innovations worthy note Lite Ply ribs spruce spars provide unusual strength bodes well long life occa sional unexpected landing sturdy properly placed single-wheel main gear should provide good ground handling hard surfaces sur vivability grass fields kit includes good wood especially light well suited Skyrays training mis sion parts either sawn shape die cut fairly complete hardware package features Sigs own very fine nylon bellerank control horns complete sheet decals included al lowing ship finished shown tractive cover picture utilizing base color paint job beneath decals themselves excellent kit well suited its pur pose concept execution would have rate full three stars out four Challenger unique review prototype has flown large number seasoned Stunt aces original last Februarys First Annual Nostalgia Meet flown competitors including George Aldrich Ed Southwick Bart Kiapinaki columnist others concluded excellent intermediate-level Stunter very capable carrying pilot first full pat terns up including Advanced competitions fully flapped profile 565 sq wing area intended 35 46 engines 15% wing area tail some what small relation both wing mod ern design practice good balance ever ship intended develop smooth flying part new Stunt pilot styling modern jet look forward canopy swept rudder wing built-up C-tube-style construc tion includes gear blocks wing-mounted main landing gear fuselage band-sawn shape utilizes good hard-ply doublers solid engine mounting surface fairly com plete hardware package includes bushed con nectors flaps elevators combina tion Sig nylon bellerank horns should make sound durable control sys tem wood good very good manufacturer proudly states wood 174 Model Aviation IULTIMATESPORT RC 255 East Aehlond/PO Boa 727/Sodo Springs Idahe 83276 Aast Reedy t Fly. ReqthesonIyafewJiureoasmmbly. fjjg necessary acceeprlaallhardware cOntvuimen precevered ISIbcHEAOKEE 48 whigujun Speclet 4I6ffAW 4ncwsvd -Ir#emtdrUbugdwhu -11au 60812 Omu Suya% Sport Aerobatic Now its 7th Big Yearf Th MID-SouThs GREAaXST HOBBY SHOW MEMPHIS AIRPORT HILTON 1-240 AIRWMs AT DRMOCRAT Mgpsprns TENNESSER Amlma Pilor$00 pet day Payable doe door MARCH 3RD & 4TH Market Mmvi00 am 600 pm Saturday 1000 am 400 pm Sunday Social Mmvi600 pm Saturday Banquets730 pm Saturday Auctlmu200pm Sunday 3omiiSpecial Room Rarm Ear Memphis Model Market owror lt Call 1-800-HiLTONS 001 332-1130MId-South Radio Control Association AorhVwatioa CalL 001 398-9795 &00 500 daily T PO Boa 16900 Memphia TN 38116 Radio Control Model Aircraft Manufacturers Product Displaya Model Building Workshop Static Scale Diaplay & Judging It/C Model Care/Races Proceeds benefit UPEBLOOD Bone Marrow Regiatry comes exclusively Lone Star Hobbies Texas renowned its excellent hand-selected balsa found two items debit side First plans moderately comprehensive no instruction manual included big deal since construction relatively con ventional new builder might have wished little effsrt area no suggestions concerning first flights instance fact no suggested CG noteda very important omission rule thumb would put CG about 1 Y aft leading edge Second packaging simply too small contents kit box sample damaged shipping result very good-flying model shouldnt overlooked Its because packaging minimal instructions comparison others Ive rated Challenger two-and-ahalf stars Oriental unique grouping re-creation 1957 design Texan Dee Rice As such qualifies new PAMPA Nostalgia Stunt event plans show both original Nostalgia-legal dimensions few minor modifications enlarged tail area longer tail moment produce mod ern planform sticklers did note original plans shovv inboard wing being inch longer outboard panel kit plans show equal-span wings Let con science guide full-fuselage 35-sized Stunter very conventional layout ribbed sheeted cap-stripped wing has span 55 area 550 sq ship has classic ap pearance constant-chord wing tapered flaps large rounded rudder clear plastic bubble canopy prebent fuselage-mounted landing gear par very complete hardware package Also inciluded metal Veco-style bellcrank nicely made steel control horns horns come unbent ends allow bush ings installed nice touch would have install bushes bend ends great big plus combination blueprinttype plans enhanced very comprehensive construction manual pieces sawn sanded shape no die cutting ribs accurately sanded shape notched leading edge spar unfortunately have lead-out holes cut Hint Use piece large brass tubing end sharp ened hole cutter job wood generally good some marginally heavy example large solid stab simply too heavy used As kits especially conscious excess weight behind CG manufacturers have obvi ously tried select best wood can up ensure particular sample doesnt exceed acceptable parameters Caveat emptor applies Finally packaging excellent ad equate room sturdy box parts fear crushing Oriental particularly good choice fliers wishing get double duty out winters building project does qualify Nostalgia events also recognized outstanding Stunter todays competitive environment Because versatility generally good quality kit itself rate nearly perfect three-and-one-half stars now Forerunner hesitate say saved best lastnone kits has thing apologize forthe Forerunner Custom Models Texas closest thing state-of-the-art RC-level no-holds-barred model airplane kit Ive seen Stunt world very up-to-date full-Stunt profile exhibits number innovative features cludes precision-cut foam wing double cored panel foam-core stabilizer eleva tors solid balsa unique interlocking plywood-and-balsa profile fuselage work art itself fuse made up -in balsa aft sec tion joined solid nine-ply front end about high point thickly airfoiled approxi mately 19% chord wing /16 ply doublers overlap fore-and-aft section splice complete soundly engineered fuselage package front end cut out openings both tank engine out board doubler unique feature profile THE *RED 01 #RED 02 #RED 03 #RED 04 #RED 05 #RED 14 #RED 16 *RED 23 inboard mounting engine tank pi oneered Texas own Frank Williams claimed cleaner smoother engine run re sults Custom Models clearly has advanced level manufacturing capability other specialty houses capability demonstrated Conrinued page 176 ULTIMATE 10 DASH 300 BIPLANE Fiberglass fuselage foam wings Quarter-scale 13 Ibs 62 Span ST 3000 Power Level 1 Flying Qualities MIL-F-8785C Sold reservatIon $75 netondohle deposit includes dub pockoge 1S15 seporotelyl Compnehensioe kit SOOd tiniched unpointed oircrott S1550 pounerplont rodie geor included Satisfaction guaranteed er money bock Phone en FAX 851753-1971 VISA MC check no COD Production limited to night hond-cmfted individuolly numbened oircrott pen month DAEDALUS RESEARCH INCORPORATED An omondcinning design lokonolony since 1983 creotine odvonced concepts n miitony end cicilioo Unmonned Anniol Vehiclos LIGHTING SYSTEMS ORIGINALS. Still Best Programmable Flashing Navigation Lights$2495 Adjustable Rate Strobe Light$1995 Landing Lights$3995 Adjustable Rate Mars Rotating Beacon$1995 Marine Navigation Lights nonflashing$1095 Big Airplane Navigation Lights$2495 Econo Landing Lights brightest$1995 Real Strobe Light true zenon strobe$2995 6 SEE YOUR DEALER 6 SEND STAMPED ENVELOPE FOR RAM INFO If unavailable locally send check money order full credit card infa tar cost item plus $200 $500 foreign immediate shipment Include full address UPS Sorry no COD Ram 4736 N Milwaukee Ave ago IL 60630 February 1990 175 Auction Flea Market DoorPrizes Banquet Model Video precision-cut parts especially beauti fully shaped matched plywood parts fuselage Also noteworthy beautifully cut foam cores Quality craftsmanship obvious throughout kit wood ranged good excellent Espe cially noteworthy sheeting wing light very flexible Agrain wood will match curves air foil nicely hardware package sight behold does include expected bellcrank Helicopters Sailpianes I2700 ples5000 3-view awimge ocean FOTO-PAItSbsdudhvg KOIW-FAN IPs CATALOG 5300 ThE WIREMASTERT1a bcsedcu/cotlcr extra large handle bends 1I8e1I45 coils 5/ 32-3/16k music wire Wire creep eliminated ANTI-KREEP WIRE LOCK free catalog also has hardware accessories JCM COMPANY 114 WashIngton Tart Dept Waukegan IL 60085 control horns Sig nylon also Du-Bro nylon hinges adjustable lead-out guide fiberglass ar row shaft pushrods nylon plugs threaded end pieces adjustable pushrod length lead-out wires preshaped tank hold-down wires adjustable tip weight box aerodynamic point view Fore runner also step ahead pack 127 sq tail full 23% wing area right middle current pack pro Stunters Combined fulladjustability available control system ship should trimmable level competition Al though would personally have preferred another two inches tail moment arm slightly longer nose balance personal nitpie king necessarily suggestion doso first sample Try out criticism lack fiberglass tape splice two halves wing together Al though tape wasnt included extensive construction manual accompanied blueline plans clearly spells out requirement build please dont omit important step Notwithstanding lack tape such overwhelmingly superior kit four-star rating barely does justice design mod ern sound attractive construction novative competent execution kit superlative Joe Bob says Check out combine four kits Magnum Sig Top Flites Gieseke No bler all-out top-20 performance planes capable taking anyone rank beginner National Champion Write manufacturers details pricing delivery Youll glad did way sure say thanks Last subject write column mixed emotions bit heavy heart will last column least foreseeable fu ture Ive just received word Ive elected President PAMPA national Stunt organization order serve position best ability Ive decided can no longer af ford time effort continue monthly ruminations well Ive written column since May 1984 has indeed pleasure Id like thank theliterallyhundreds have written over intervening five years Ive done very best reply either writing through column itself hope has entertaining informa tive has Starting next month pages will written San Antonios own top gun Frank MeMillan An outstanding flier Franks skill han dle exceeded comprehensive knowl edge technical aspects Stunt Youll wiser campers attending monthly fo rums find cant live Fanchers pearls wisdom Im afraid theres nothing join PAMPA get taste couple months presidents column editor Mike Kevilles great newsletter PAMPA Stunt News Ill say once fly Stunt dont belong PAMPA aint getting can out great event Join up writing Sec retary Tom Morris 1019 Creektrail Anniston AL 36206 CL Scale/Boss Continued page 69 Regardless whether mounting fullbeam radial type must consider strengthen ing formers involved formers balsa can reinforce /16 plywood replace entirely -in ply wood using balsa former pattern addi tion making plywood formers strength pur poses might also consider filling space between formers beam mount noted Fill-In Space sketch inboard side fuselage %-in balsa will strengthen bellerank area also protect fuselage damage during pulltesting control lines sketch shows bellerank platform mounted top beams can also mounted bottom Mounting platform top bottomwill depend whether make wing removable plan gain ac cess bellerank adjustment mainte nance later time Sketch example bellcrank platform installed wing have eliminated center rib usually found built-up wing construction replaced plywood usu ally / thick platform two /8-in plywood ribs also replace least first balsa rib either side wings center arrange ment generally provides platform about wide models fuselage sufficient bellerank installa tions After bellerank installed arrange ment assembly further strengthened addition top bottom wing spars scrap balsa fillers areas marked Space B C space marked C being space tween lower spar plywood platform suggested epoxy-type glue used Continued page 180 176 Model Aviation VEND MOUNTS ThE VIBRATION KILLER Fail toi OnOO tnee aces 4OiOtiOtt tO 25 tO 120 0gIfl5Sessoom Fits olOusilt eli 10511 engineit, ,eacet mounts Typical ,betioo eduCtion ct7O% Max MW Th5 kit consist nmcnte isolate toti points eboond ,m es tubing end instoctiOfle $1200 011000 ot monet org kit OAA PSOOIICTS PG SOS 305 SARASOTA FL SageS 8t33774252 FL teeident add 72$ SateS tax INFORMATION send SA8E Beep Beep I3 Send $1495 shipping CT RESIDENTS ADD 8% SALES TAX DEALER & CLUB INQUIRIES WELOOME GenSam P0 Box 3841 Dept B Danbury CT 06813-3841 $599 Prop Nut use Electric Starters Made 6061 Aluminum strong enough allow over tightening weighs under 1 oz 1 diameter 11/4 long 1/4 radius nose minimum AMA requirement 5/32 Iorq Hole 3/4 thread depth can use thinnest props 11 thread sizes fit engines market Send us order & well mail out fast MADE IN THE USA B C PRODUCTS 111 N Starkweather Pampa Texas 79065 806 665-6361 D103210/32 D05805-8mfn 1123212/32 106106-1mm 107107-1mm LI08108-1mm 181258-125mm 1101210-t25mm 114281/4-28 151625/16-24 38243/8-24 VISA MASTERCARD MONEY ORDERS ACCEPTED DEALER INQUIRES WELCOME FIBERGLASS PARTS Carry over 300 cowls 70 wheel pants made epoxy glass light weight brittle zero pinholes Send SASE $100 latest catalog ENYA 15 5520 SS45 19to80 120 FOX 19 45 60 120 HB ALL SIZES HP40 120 others IRVING ALL K&B 19 61 0510 15 20 21to50 60 120 108 ROSSI ALL 8SUPERTIGER 11to155-8mm 19 to 60 1/4-28 61 to 90 5/16-24 2000 6000 10-125mm SATIO30to60 6-1mm 65 to90 7-1mm 120 270 8-125mm WEBRA 28 61 1/4-28 80 to 90 &1 25mm MALONEY 100 3/8-24 HERE IS WHAT YOUVE BEEN WAITING FOR AM EHTRR LOUD FIELD COUNTDOWN TIMER last.. timer can hear busiest flying fields Displays hours & minutes has extra large buttons & LCD display 1 YEAR WARRANTY 5-8mm 1/4-28 7-1mm 8-1mm 1/4-28 5/16-24 1/4-28 6-1mm 5/16-24 1/4-28 1/4-28 1/4-28 5-8mm 12/32 6-1mm 1/4-28 5/16-24 3/8-24 125mm CL Scale/Boss Continued page 176 joints maximum strength Remember good solid bellcrank instatlation could mean worry-free flight time Gerry Deneau contributor ideas item says learned about having good bellcrank support through destruction early Curtis Hawk P-6E flown model placed third last years Nats Sport Scale event key keep strong Once again Gerry thanks continued support column Color charts Information relative accu racy colors apply models gen erally hard come recent issue Replica newsletter National Associa tion Scale Aeromodelers find note dicates 98-page color cross-reference guide available Tom C Butz 22446 Bywater Lake Forest CA 92630 guide said very impressive chart ing color cross-reference guide use plastic well Flying Scale modelers guide does include paint chips does list Federal Standard paint color numbers charted country popular paint companies ie Humbrol Pactra Testors Floquil Tamiya Compucolor etc Color information included just about country hasor hadan air force various time periods air forces history copy color chart send $10 Tom Butz address shown above Electronic controls During past few months have corresponded Ronald Macknet CL Scale modeler Yulee FL Some dis cussion has about converting RC units transmitters receivers can used controlling servo systems CL models have covered subject past col umns thought appropriate mention result discussions Ronald has Fu taba Conquest radio converted CL use modification Ronalds radio system done Calvin Wollitz Jacksonville FL has Ace R/C Authorized Service Center modifications call removal radios RF radio frequencyEd section provision output point connection encoder signal would transmitted model via flying lines After modification transmitter no longer capable emitting ra dio signals receiver also modified RF IF sections bypassed/removed input point added decoder ac ceptance signal flying lines discussing Calvin indicated 180 Model Aviation CULPEPPEE 4Z MODELS INC 2526 Washmgtoa DubuqueIA 52001 319/583-4830 415 342 5581 GOLDEN GATE HOBBIES PO BOX 282005 SAN FRANCISCO CA 94128 M/C OR COD CATALOG $ 200 OR FREE WITh ORDERS HATORI BLUEPRINT SHOWS ALL EXHAUST ITEMS FULL SIZE 2FT X 4FT $ 5 HA TORT RA DICICON IM-MSK WE NEED DEALERS T & 0 FIBERGLASS SPECIAL 38624 Mt Kisco Sterling Hgts Ml 48310 Call Us 313 978-2512 *New Owners * Steve & Kim Durecki would willing assist anyone wished convert radio CL use would willing help phone wish attempt conversion will make conversion nominal charge youre interested service contact Calvin Wollitz mail 8996 Barco Ln Jacksonville FL 32222 tele phone 1-904/771-0613 CL Speed/Hempel Continued page 70 tal outlay approximately $200000 no stretch imagination garage-shop opera tion foregoing proves want go fast need good machining capability Without mercy others work working project discovered so-called engine builders few really know design good two-cycle engine plan future author book development operation two-cycle en gines diagram mailed modeler share Use ram air induction John Hunton Annan dale VA gs1v~e FLOA/ AIZYALV1 TM P4cn3 TMmtz ia-r I1 .-I 4. E A_____ XX\\XN l 5lrMIeeCTNevegAhswta&-- . 44rT- Fog lNVC77LV few items own scrapbook Piston ring fits hidden danger ever piston rings standard shape will cause excessive heat obtain tension rings should filed shape shown drawing Excessive un tension rings thus eliminated well undue friction edges rings should broken scraper Excessive pres sure rings cylinder bore produces friction friction equals heat occurs already have abundance heat Il~ 5/an dcvrd Ps/on RI79 II N41 h inued page 182 Youll notice power bargain fuels * Special Detergents Promote clean burning prevent residue buildup * Rust Inhibitors Protect engines corrosion After run oil needed engines * Film Strength Additives Increase lubricity provide extra lean run protection * Anti-Wear Additives Help keep engines running peak performance longer * Satisfaction Guaranteed FREE SHIPPING ON ORDERS OVER $1500 SIG CHAMPION 2-STROKE FUEL PINT QUART GALLON 0%Nitromthin$1075 5%Nitrom*thane$365$525$1275 10% Nitrort*n $415$55O$1475 15% Nitrornethane $430$65$1675 25% Nitrori*flwn $$ 15$7S$2195 35% Nitromethane $5 95 $925 $2695 SIG PREMIUM 4-STROKE FUEL 10% Nitromethane$1425 15% Nitromethane$1625 THE CHOICE OF CHAMPION FLYERS over 20 years SIG has blending finest quality model engine fuel available using finest quality ingredients instance Methanol use 995% pure very best grade money can buy also use real 100% pure Nitromethane get full measure youve paid based honest percentage-of-volume method percentage weight SIG fuels con tain 50-50 blend Bakers purest AA Castor Oil new improved Klotz Techniplate Synthetic Racing Oil maximum engine lubrication protection Based experience sincerely believe finest quality fuel can made price dont take word try some judge yourself ge mithoot notce See dealer first available order direct Call IJ 800-247-5008 toll free orders Latest Catalog $300 SIG MANUFACTURING CO Montezuma IA 50171 February 1990 181 SMART LIGHT RC BATTERY VOLTAGE MONITOR FLY SAFE WITH SMART LIGHT TINY TESTERS Smen Light Mount plane end plugs-In between Receiver end Swhch evallehl panel mount toggle swItch PrecIsIon IC voltege detector circuitS5AR UWfl El-color LED Glowsu sultan 1590cc GREEN FlIght peck turned ON end Buttery Voltege greeter 48 VOC RED Bettery lees 48 VDC SpecIfy IlIght penklnoneector encouron FUTABA J G Butte 485 Deane 3 pIn FUTABAHobby Shack 3 pln$1505 No cennacters use yours 5 Sonert LIght wIth Swltch.ADD $508 Smerl LIght RC Bettery TesterICycler $3588 checks flight heltery elanelated flIght loads Tester Adjuetekle Voltage Regulator $2455~g4nvooIuuu 7 28 Vdc Input 45 55 Vdc 15 Amp output Tlny Tester Csllhratlon Vettegs $1555 volt kettary Input 5 uco Vdc output Send Check Money Order Add $3 Postage Handling PA Residents add 6% Sales Tax ZZ ENTERPRISES INC 631 MANCHESTER ROAD NORRISTOWN PA 19403 TELE 215539-7476
Edition: Model Aviation - 1990/02
Page Numbers: 68, 174, 175, 176, 180, 181
NO SURPRISE Anyone has tried Control Line Stunt flier during past 10 15 years will know traditional modeling suppliers no longer consider us viable market bright shining exception peo ple Sigand lesser still appreciated ex tent Sterling Carl Goldberg Top Flite industry folk feel arent enough us spending enough bucks justify continued devel opment products segment hobby Yes building CL Stunt ships has become specialized pursuit due limited resources available wish pursue hobby handful small spe cialty suppliers Stunt might well have gone way dinosaurs owe great debt thanks enterprising individuals make possible us obtain kits engines hardware necessary continue enjoy Stunt flying Among cottage industry entrepreneurs group individuals actually pro ducing kits Stunt models kitting Stunter significant undertaking outfit big Sig almost overwhelming endeavor small independent manufacturers resources necessary terms time money tools packaging forth substan tial Plus final analysis have find way market products because nobody can buy em dont know theyre available Maybe can help out area Over last few months several sup pliers have sent samples wares soon recognized could provide valuable ser viceboth manufacturer read ersby examining kits reporting through column month Id like give brief review four kits now available Skyray 35 offered Sig Mfg Co 401-7 South Front St Montezuma IA 50171 Challenger Galaxie Model Company Box 4842 Co vina CA 91723 Oriental manufactured Control Line Classics 24981 Nogal St Moreno Valley CA 92388 Forerunner Cus tom Models Dept l00 5515 Bridgeton Dr ArContinued page 174 Mike Keville LMesa AZ edits PAMPAs Stunt News newsletter Fancher thinks Mike spent much time flying does editing hed probably National Stunt Champ Mike says Old-Time Stunt Ringmaster powered vintage sandcast Fox 35 trailing edge technology Plane right Oriental kit Control Line Classics Two versions available full-bodied shown profile CLO offers eight different CL kits plus accessories large SASE gets info address column Oriental has classic styling 68 Model Aviation Control Lne Aerobatics Ted Fancher 158 Flying Cloud Isle Foster City CA 94404 Everything see photo has 52 associated some way Modeler Ken Wil son Evansville IN 52 years old Columbia RX-5 bicycle 1952 model silkcovered Ringmaster Fox 35 also 1952 vintage Everythingwith exception still operates good did 1952 Care guess what Photo Ken Wilson few Stunt kits available Sigs Skyray 35 good basic Stunter says Fancher CAT NO 106 Proof Switch Retail $995 Add $125 shipping Send $150 catalog Michigan residents add 4% sales tax IMPROVE YOUR 1991 SWITCH OVER f Switch Positive Locking Prevents Arriving field dead batteries Accidental switching off before take-off Will vibrate apart causing loss radio Does require special mounts Works radios Ideal seaplanes completely water proof SEE YOUR LOCAL HOBBY DEALER ej MN 55447 1-612/473-5971 New JerseyGlassboro Doug Barber l46 Stratton House Maple Shade NJ 08052 1-609/235-5318 New YorkQueens Contact Bob Bender I5161248-5118 New York NYC Contact Ed Whitten PO Box 176 Wall St Station New York NY 10005 phone 2l2/785-5327 info about pos sible flying Columbia Univer sity OkIahona Oklahoma City Sessions National Guard Armory Okla homa City Jan 22 Feb 19 1990 plus March date yet set Jim Belson 4933 NW 29th Oklahoma City OK 73l29 I405/946- l093 unavailable locally send Bru Line Industries Inc Box 3786 Center Line MI 48015 Washington Seattle Ed Lamb 159l SE 42nd PI Bellevue WA 98006 CL Aerobatics/Fancher Continued page 68 lington TX 76018 following whets appetite drop line Lets start out Skyray 35 de lightful competent-looking profile unflapped basic Stunt trainer designed Sigs own Mike Pratt Most will recognize Mike designer Sig Magnum suc cessful full-Stunt kit produced last decade Mike also current National Advanced Class Stunt Champion flyingwhat elsea Magnum 44 wingspan 400 sq area Skyray fits squarely niche ruled years venerable Sterling Ring master brief review aerodynamic fea tures including adequate area sound airfoil Kit includes rolled plans cut end sanded pans formed Kleen Sweep lending gear wheel axe steerable tail wheel bracket pusnrod set other basic 55 spanhardware 51 length 4 channel 14Y20 swept wing Symetrical Airfoil Engine 45- 602 cy 525-9074 CrenshawAeroRR 1 Box 121 ManIlla IN 46150 *7995 1*500 P ft HI check MO Visa Mc Other Kits Ave ii Write free cat modern approach moment arms ie long tail moment good stability smooth aerobatic inputs bears witness Skyrays su periority over Ringmaster pure Stunt trainer Reports respected pilots have flown original confirm expectations Powered suggested classic Fox 35 appears perfectly capable good AMA pattern Skyray includes several design innovations worthy note Lite Ply ribs spruce spars provide unusual strength bodes well long life occa sional unexpected landing sturdy properly placed single-wheel main gear should provide good ground handling hard surfaces sur vivability grass fields kit includes good wood especially light well suited Skyrays training mis sion parts either sawn shape die cut fairly complete hardware package features Sigs own very fine nylon bellerank control horns complete sheet decals included al lowing ship finished shown tractive cover picture utilizing base color paint job beneath decals themselves excellent kit well suited its pur pose concept execution would have rate full three stars out four Challenger unique review prototype has flown large number seasoned Stunt aces original last Februarys First Annual Nostalgia Meet flown competitors including George Aldrich Ed Southwick Bart Kiapinaki columnist others concluded excellent intermediate-level Stunter very capable carrying pilot first full pat terns up including Advanced competitions fully flapped profile 565 sq wing area intended 35 46 engines 15% wing area tail some what small relation both wing mod ern design practice good balance ever ship intended develop smooth flying part new Stunt pilot styling modern jet look forward canopy swept rudder wing built-up C-tube-style construc tion includes gear blocks wing-mounted main landing gear fuselage band-sawn shape utilizes good hard-ply doublers solid engine mounting surface fairly com plete hardware package includes bushed con nectors flaps elevators combina tion Sig nylon bellerank horns should make sound durable control sys tem wood good very good manufacturer proudly states wood 174 Model Aviation IULTIMATESPORT RC 255 East Aehlond/PO Boa 727/Sodo Springs Idahe 83276 Aast Reedy t Fly. ReqthesonIyafewJiureoasmmbly. fjjg necessary acceeprlaallhardware cOntvuimen precevered ISIbcHEAOKEE 48 whigujun Speclet 4I6ffAW 4ncwsvd -Ir#emtdrUbugdwhu -11au 60812 Omu Suya% Sport Aerobatic Now its 7th Big Yearf Th MID-SouThs GREAaXST HOBBY SHOW MEMPHIS AIRPORT HILTON 1-240 AIRWMs AT DRMOCRAT Mgpsprns TENNESSER Amlma Pilor$00 pet day Payable doe door MARCH 3RD & 4TH Market Mmvi00 am 600 pm Saturday 1000 am 400 pm Sunday Social Mmvi600 pm Saturday Banquets730 pm Saturday Auctlmu200pm Sunday 3omiiSpecial Room Rarm Ear Memphis Model Market owror lt Call 1-800-HiLTONS 001 332-1130MId-South Radio Control Association AorhVwatioa CalL 001 398-9795 &00 500 daily T PO Boa 16900 Memphia TN 38116 Radio Control Model Aircraft Manufacturers Product Displaya Model Building Workshop Static Scale Diaplay & Judging It/C Model Care/Races Proceeds benefit UPEBLOOD Bone Marrow Regiatry comes exclusively Lone Star Hobbies Texas renowned its excellent hand-selected balsa found two items debit side First plans moderately comprehensive no instruction manual included big deal since construction relatively con ventional new builder might have wished little effsrt area no suggestions concerning first flights instance fact no suggested CG noteda very important omission rule thumb would put CG about 1 Y aft leading edge Second packaging simply too small contents kit box sample damaged shipping result very good-flying model shouldnt overlooked Its because packaging minimal instructions comparison others Ive rated Challenger two-and-ahalf stars Oriental unique grouping re-creation 1957 design Texan Dee Rice As such qualifies new PAMPA Nostalgia Stunt event plans show both original Nostalgia-legal dimensions few minor modifications enlarged tail area longer tail moment produce mod ern planform sticklers did note original plans shovv inboard wing being inch longer outboard panel kit plans show equal-span wings Let con science guide full-fuselage 35-sized Stunter very conventional layout ribbed sheeted cap-stripped wing has span 55 area 550 sq ship has classic ap pearance constant-chord wing tapered flaps large rounded rudder clear plastic bubble canopy prebent fuselage-mounted landing gear par very complete hardware package Also inciluded metal Veco-style bellcrank nicely made steel control horns horns come unbent ends allow bush ings installed nice touch would have install bushes bend ends great big plus combination blueprinttype plans enhanced very comprehensive construction manual pieces sawn sanded shape no die cutting ribs accurately sanded shape notched leading edge spar unfortunately have lead-out holes cut Hint Use piece large brass tubing end sharp ened hole cutter job wood generally good some marginally heavy example large solid stab simply too heavy used As kits especially conscious excess weight behind CG manufacturers have obvi ously tried select best wood can up ensure particular sample doesnt exceed acceptable parameters Caveat emptor applies Finally packaging excellent ad equate room sturdy box parts fear crushing Oriental particularly good choice fliers wishing get double duty out winters building project does qualify Nostalgia events also recognized outstanding Stunter todays competitive environment Because versatility generally good quality kit itself rate nearly perfect three-and-one-half stars now Forerunner hesitate say saved best lastnone kits has thing apologize forthe Forerunner Custom Models Texas closest thing state-of-the-art RC-level no-holds-barred model airplane kit Ive seen Stunt world very up-to-date full-Stunt profile exhibits number innovative features cludes precision-cut foam wing double cored panel foam-core stabilizer eleva tors solid balsa unique interlocking plywood-and-balsa profile fuselage work art itself fuse made up -in balsa aft sec tion joined solid nine-ply front end about high point thickly airfoiled approxi mately 19% chord wing /16 ply doublers overlap fore-and-aft section splice complete soundly engineered fuselage package front end cut out openings both tank engine out board doubler unique feature profile THE *RED 01 #RED 02 #RED 03 #RED 04 #RED 05 #RED 14 #RED 16 *RED 23 inboard mounting engine tank pi oneered Texas own Frank Williams claimed cleaner smoother engine run re sults Custom Models clearly has advanced level manufacturing capability other specialty houses capability demonstrated Conrinued page 176 ULTIMATE 10 DASH 300 BIPLANE Fiberglass fuselage foam wings Quarter-scale 13 Ibs 62 Span ST 3000 Power Level 1 Flying Qualities MIL-F-8785C Sold reservatIon $75 netondohle deposit includes dub pockoge 1S15 seporotelyl Compnehensioe kit SOOd tiniched unpointed oircrott S1550 pounerplont rodie geor included Satisfaction guaranteed er money bock Phone en FAX 851753-1971 VISA MC check no COD Production limited to night hond-cmfted individuolly numbened oircrott pen month DAEDALUS RESEARCH INCORPORATED An omondcinning design lokonolony since 1983 creotine odvonced concepts n miitony end cicilioo Unmonned Anniol Vehiclos LIGHTING SYSTEMS ORIGINALS. Still Best Programmable Flashing Navigation Lights$2495 Adjustable Rate Strobe Light$1995 Landing Lights$3995 Adjustable Rate Mars Rotating Beacon$1995 Marine Navigation Lights nonflashing$1095 Big Airplane Navigation Lights$2495 Econo Landing Lights brightest$1995 Real Strobe Light true zenon strobe$2995 6 SEE YOUR DEALER 6 SEND STAMPED ENVELOPE FOR RAM INFO If unavailable locally send check money order full credit card infa tar cost item plus $200 $500 foreign immediate shipment Include full address UPS Sorry no COD Ram 4736 N Milwaukee Ave ago IL 60630 February 1990 175 Auction Flea Market DoorPrizes Banquet Model Video precision-cut parts especially beauti fully shaped matched plywood parts fuselage Also noteworthy beautifully cut foam cores Quality craftsmanship obvious throughout kit wood ranged good excellent Espe cially noteworthy sheeting wing light very flexible Agrain wood will match curves air foil nicely hardware package sight behold does include expected bellcrank Helicopters Sailpianes I2700 ples5000 3-view awimge ocean FOTO-PAItSbsdudhvg KOIW-FAN IPs CATALOG 5300 ThE WIREMASTERT1a bcsedcu/cotlcr extra large handle bends 1I8e1I45 coils 5/ 32-3/16k music wire Wire creep eliminated ANTI-KREEP WIRE LOCK free catalog also has hardware accessories JCM COMPANY 114 WashIngton Tart Dept Waukegan IL 60085 control horns Sig nylon also Du-Bro nylon hinges adjustable lead-out guide fiberglass ar row shaft pushrods nylon plugs threaded end pieces adjustable pushrod length lead-out wires preshaped tank hold-down wires adjustable tip weight box aerodynamic point view Fore runner also step ahead pack 127 sq tail full 23% wing area right middle current pack pro Stunters Combined fulladjustability available control system ship should trimmable level competition Al though would personally have preferred another two inches tail moment arm slightly longer nose balance personal nitpie king necessarily suggestion doso first sample Try out criticism lack fiberglass tape splice two halves wing together Al though tape wasnt included extensive construction manual accompanied blueline plans clearly spells out requirement build please dont omit important step Notwithstanding lack tape such overwhelmingly superior kit four-star rating barely does justice design mod ern sound attractive construction novative competent execution kit superlative Joe Bob says Check out combine four kits Magnum Sig Top Flites Gieseke No bler all-out top-20 performance planes capable taking anyone rank beginner National Champion Write manufacturers details pricing delivery Youll glad did way sure say thanks Last subject write column mixed emotions bit heavy heart will last column least foreseeable fu ture Ive just received word Ive elected President PAMPA national Stunt organization order serve position best ability Ive decided can no longer af ford time effort continue monthly ruminations well Ive written column since May 1984 has indeed pleasure Id like thank theliterallyhundreds have written over intervening five years Ive done very best reply either writing through column itself hope has entertaining informa tive has Starting next month pages will written San Antonios own top gun Frank MeMillan An outstanding flier Franks skill han dle exceeded comprehensive knowl edge technical aspects Stunt Youll wiser campers attending monthly fo rums find cant live Fanchers pearls wisdom Im afraid theres nothing join PAMPA get taste couple months presidents column editor Mike Kevilles great newsletter PAMPA Stunt News Ill say once fly Stunt dont belong PAMPA aint getting can out great event Join up writing Sec retary Tom Morris 1019 Creektrail Anniston AL 36206 CL Scale/Boss Continued page 69 Regardless whether mounting fullbeam radial type must consider strengthen ing formers involved formers balsa can reinforce /16 plywood replace entirely -in ply wood using balsa former pattern addi tion making plywood formers strength pur poses might also consider filling space between formers beam mount noted Fill-In Space sketch inboard side fuselage %-in balsa will strengthen bellerank area also protect fuselage damage during pulltesting control lines sketch shows bellerank platform mounted top beams can also mounted bottom Mounting platform top bottomwill depend whether make wing removable plan gain ac cess bellerank adjustment mainte nance later time Sketch example bellcrank platform installed wing have eliminated center rib usually found built-up wing construction replaced plywood usu ally / thick platform two /8-in plywood ribs also replace least first balsa rib either side wings center arrange ment generally provides platform about wide models fuselage sufficient bellerank installa tions After bellerank installed arrange ment assembly further strengthened addition top bottom wing spars scrap balsa fillers areas marked Space B C space marked C being space tween lower spar plywood platform suggested epoxy-type glue used Continued page 180 176 Model Aviation VEND MOUNTS ThE VIBRATION KILLER Fail toi OnOO tnee aces 4OiOtiOtt tO 25 tO 120 0gIfl5Sessoom Fits olOusilt eli 10511 engineit, ,eacet mounts Typical ,betioo eduCtion ct7O% Max MW Th5 kit consist nmcnte isolate toti points eboond ,m es tubing end instoctiOfle $1200 011000 ot monet org kit OAA PSOOIICTS PG SOS 305 SARASOTA FL SageS 8t33774252 FL teeident add 72$ SateS tax INFORMATION send SA8E Beep Beep I3 Send $1495 shipping CT RESIDENTS ADD 8% SALES TAX DEALER & CLUB INQUIRIES WELOOME GenSam P0 Box 3841 Dept B Danbury CT 06813-3841 $599 Prop Nut use Electric Starters Made 6061 Aluminum strong enough allow over tightening weighs under 1 oz 1 diameter 11/4 long 1/4 radius nose minimum AMA requirement 5/32 Iorq Hole 3/4 thread depth can use thinnest props 11 thread sizes fit engines market Send us order & well mail out fast MADE IN THE USA B C PRODUCTS 111 N Starkweather Pampa Texas 79065 806 665-6361 D103210/32 D05805-8mfn 1123212/32 106106-1mm 107107-1mm LI08108-1mm 181258-125mm 1101210-t25mm 114281/4-28 151625/16-24 38243/8-24 VISA MASTERCARD MONEY ORDERS ACCEPTED DEALER INQUIRES WELCOME FIBERGLASS PARTS Carry over 300 cowls 70 wheel pants made epoxy glass light weight brittle zero pinholes Send SASE $100 latest catalog ENYA 15 5520 SS45 19to80 120 FOX 19 45 60 120 HB ALL SIZES HP40 120 others IRVING ALL K&B 19 61 0510 15 20 21to50 60 120 108 ROSSI ALL 8SUPERTIGER 11to155-8mm 19 to 60 1/4-28 61 to 90 5/16-24 2000 6000 10-125mm SATIO30to60 6-1mm 65 to90 7-1mm 120 270 8-125mm WEBRA 28 61 1/4-28 80 to 90 &1 25mm MALONEY 100 3/8-24 HERE IS WHAT YOUVE BEEN WAITING FOR AM EHTRR LOUD FIELD COUNTDOWN TIMER last.. timer can hear busiest flying fields Displays hours & minutes has extra large buttons & LCD display 1 YEAR WARRANTY 5-8mm 1/4-28 7-1mm 8-1mm 1/4-28 5/16-24 1/4-28 6-1mm 5/16-24 1/4-28 1/4-28 1/4-28 5-8mm 12/32 6-1mm 1/4-28 5/16-24 3/8-24 125mm CL Scale/Boss Continued page 176 joints maximum strength Remember good solid bellcrank instatlation could mean worry-free flight time Gerry Deneau contributor ideas item says learned about having good bellcrank support through destruction early Curtis Hawk P-6E flown model placed third last years Nats Sport Scale event key keep strong Once again Gerry thanks continued support column Color charts Information relative accu racy colors apply models gen erally hard come recent issue Replica newsletter National Associa tion Scale Aeromodelers find note dicates 98-page color cross-reference guide available Tom C Butz 22446 Bywater Lake Forest CA 92630 guide said very impressive chart ing color cross-reference guide use plastic well Flying Scale modelers guide does include paint chips does list Federal Standard paint color numbers charted country popular paint companies ie Humbrol Pactra Testors Floquil Tamiya Compucolor etc Color information included just about country hasor hadan air force various time periods air forces history copy color chart send $10 Tom Butz address shown above Electronic controls During past few months have corresponded Ronald Macknet CL Scale modeler Yulee FL Some dis cussion has about converting RC units transmitters receivers can used controlling servo systems CL models have covered subject past col umns thought appropriate mention result discussions Ronald has Fu taba Conquest radio converted CL use modification Ronalds radio system done Calvin Wollitz Jacksonville FL has Ace R/C Authorized Service Center modifications call removal radios RF radio frequencyEd section provision output point connection encoder signal would transmitted model via flying lines After modification transmitter no longer capable emitting ra dio signals receiver also modified RF IF sections bypassed/removed input point added decoder ac ceptance signal flying lines discussing Calvin indicated 180 Model Aviation CULPEPPEE 4Z MODELS INC 2526 Washmgtoa DubuqueIA 52001 319/583-4830 415 342 5581 GOLDEN GATE HOBBIES PO BOX 282005 SAN FRANCISCO CA 94128 M/C OR COD CATALOG $ 200 OR FREE WITh ORDERS HATORI BLUEPRINT SHOWS ALL EXHAUST ITEMS FULL SIZE 2FT X 4FT $ 5 HA TORT RA DICICON IM-MSK WE NEED DEALERS T & 0 FIBERGLASS SPECIAL 38624 Mt Kisco Sterling Hgts Ml 48310 Call Us 313 978-2512 *New Owners * Steve & Kim Durecki would willing assist anyone wished convert radio CL use would willing help phone wish attempt conversion will make conversion nominal charge youre interested service contact Calvin Wollitz mail 8996 Barco Ln Jacksonville FL 32222 tele phone 1-904/771-0613 CL Speed/Hempel Continued page 70 tal outlay approximately $200000 no stretch imagination garage-shop opera tion foregoing proves want go fast need good machining capability Without mercy others work working project discovered so-called engine builders few really know design good two-cycle engine plan future author book development operation two-cycle en gines diagram mailed modeler share Use ram air induction John Hunton Annan dale VA gs1v~e FLOA/ AIZYALV1 TM P4cn3 TMmtz ia-r I1 .-I 4. E A_____ XX\\XN l 5lrMIeeCTNevegAhswta&-- . 44rT- Fog lNVC77LV few items own scrapbook Piston ring fits hidden danger ever piston rings standard shape will cause excessive heat obtain tension rings should filed shape shown drawing Excessive un tension rings thus eliminated well undue friction edges rings should broken scraper Excessive pres sure rings cylinder bore produces friction friction equals heat occurs already have abundance heat Il~ 5/an dcvrd Ps/on RI79 II N41 h inued page 182 Youll notice power bargain fuels * Special Detergents Promote clean burning prevent residue buildup * Rust Inhibitors Protect engines corrosion After run oil needed engines * Film Strength Additives Increase lubricity provide extra lean run protection * Anti-Wear Additives Help keep engines running peak performance longer * Satisfaction Guaranteed FREE SHIPPING ON ORDERS OVER $1500 SIG CHAMPION 2-STROKE FUEL PINT QUART GALLON 0%Nitromthin$1075 5%Nitrom*thane$365$525$1275 10% Nitrort*n $415$55O$1475 15% Nitrornethane $430$65$1675 25% Nitrori*flwn $$ 15$7S$2195 35% Nitromethane $5 95 $925 $2695 SIG PREMIUM 4-STROKE FUEL 10% Nitromethane$1425 15% Nitromethane$1625 THE CHOICE OF CHAMPION FLYERS over 20 years SIG has blending finest quality model engine fuel available using finest quality ingredients instance Methanol use 995% pure very best grade money can buy also use real 100% pure Nitromethane get full measure youve paid based honest percentage-of-volume method percentage weight SIG fuels con tain 50-50 blend Bakers purest AA Castor Oil new improved Klotz Techniplate Synthetic Racing Oil maximum engine lubrication protection Based experience sincerely believe finest quality fuel can made price dont take word try some judge yourself ge mithoot notce See dealer first available order direct Call IJ 800-247-5008 toll free orders Latest Catalog $300 SIG MANUFACTURING CO Montezuma IA 50171 February 1990 181 SMART LIGHT RC BATTERY VOLTAGE MONITOR FLY SAFE WITH SMART LIGHT TINY TESTERS Smen Light Mount plane end plugs-In between Receiver end Swhch evallehl panel mount toggle swItch PrecIsIon IC voltege detector circuitS5AR UWfl El-color LED Glowsu sultan 1590cc GREEN FlIght peck turned ON end Buttery Voltege greeter 48 VOC RED Bettery lees 48 VDC SpecIfy IlIght penklnoneector encouron FUTABA J G Butte 485 Deane 3 pIn FUTABAHobby Shack 3 pln$1505 No cennacters use yours 5 Sonert LIght wIth Swltch.ADD $508 Smerl LIght RC Bettery TesterICycler $3588 checks flight heltery elanelated flIght loads Tester Adjuetekle Voltage Regulator $2455~g4nvooIuuu 7 28 Vdc Input 45 55 Vdc 15 Amp output Tlny Tester Csllhratlon Vettegs $1555 volt kettary Input 5 uco Vdc output Send Check Money Order Add $3 Postage Handling PA Residents add 6% Sales Tax ZZ ENTERPRISES INC 631 MANCHESTER ROAD NORRISTOWN PA 19403 TELE 215539-7476
Edition: Model Aviation - 1990/02
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NO SURPRISE Anyone has tried Control Line Stunt flier during past 10 15 years will know traditional modeling suppliers no longer consider us viable market bright shining exception peo ple Sigand lesser still appreciated ex tent Sterling Carl Goldberg Top Flite industry folk feel arent enough us spending enough bucks justify continued devel opment products segment hobby Yes building CL Stunt ships has become specialized pursuit due limited resources available wish pursue hobby handful small spe cialty suppliers Stunt might well have gone way dinosaurs owe great debt thanks enterprising individuals make possible us obtain kits engines hardware necessary continue enjoy Stunt flying Among cottage industry entrepreneurs group individuals actually pro ducing kits Stunt models kitting Stunter significant undertaking outfit big Sig almost overwhelming endeavor small independent manufacturers resources necessary terms time money tools packaging forth substan tial Plus final analysis have find way market products because nobody can buy em dont know theyre available Maybe can help out area Over last few months several sup pliers have sent samples wares soon recognized could provide valuable ser viceboth manufacturer read ersby examining kits reporting through column month Id like give brief review four kits now available Skyray 35 offered Sig Mfg Co 401-7 South Front St Montezuma IA 50171 Challenger Galaxie Model Company Box 4842 Co vina CA 91723 Oriental manufactured Control Line Classics 24981 Nogal St Moreno Valley CA 92388 Forerunner Cus tom Models Dept l00 5515 Bridgeton Dr ArContinued page 174 Mike Keville LMesa AZ edits PAMPAs Stunt News newsletter Fancher thinks Mike spent much time flying does editing hed probably National Stunt Champ Mike says Old-Time Stunt Ringmaster powered vintage sandcast Fox 35 trailing edge technology Plane right Oriental kit Control Line Classics Two versions available full-bodied shown profile CLO offers eight different CL kits plus accessories large SASE gets info address column Oriental has classic styling 68 Model Aviation Control Lne Aerobatics Ted Fancher 158 Flying Cloud Isle Foster City CA 94404 Everything see photo has 52 associated some way Modeler Ken Wil son Evansville IN 52 years old Columbia RX-5 bicycle 1952 model silkcovered Ringmaster Fox 35 also 1952 vintage Everythingwith exception still operates good did 1952 Care guess what Photo Ken Wilson few Stunt kits available Sigs Skyray 35 good basic Stunter says Fancher CAT NO 106 Proof Switch Retail $995 Add $125 shipping Send $150 catalog Michigan residents add 4% sales tax IMPROVE YOUR 1991 SWITCH OVER f Switch Positive Locking Prevents Arriving field dead batteries Accidental switching off before take-off Will vibrate apart causing loss radio Does require special mounts Works radios Ideal seaplanes completely water proof SEE YOUR LOCAL HOBBY DEALER ej MN 55447 1-612/473-5971 New JerseyGlassboro Doug Barber l46 Stratton House Maple Shade NJ 08052 1-609/235-5318 New YorkQueens Contact Bob Bender I5161248-5118 New York NYC Contact Ed Whitten PO Box 176 Wall St Station New York NY 10005 phone 2l2/785-5327 info about pos sible flying Columbia Univer sity OkIahona Oklahoma City Sessions National Guard Armory Okla homa City Jan 22 Feb 19 1990 plus March date yet set Jim Belson 4933 NW 29th Oklahoma City OK 73l29 I405/946- l093 unavailable locally send Bru Line Industries Inc Box 3786 Center Line MI 48015 Washington Seattle Ed Lamb 159l SE 42nd PI Bellevue WA 98006 CL Aerobatics/Fancher Continued page 68 lington TX 76018 following whets appetite drop line Lets start out Skyray 35 de lightful competent-looking profile unflapped basic Stunt trainer designed Sigs own Mike Pratt Most will recognize Mike designer Sig Magnum suc cessful full-Stunt kit produced last decade Mike also current National Advanced Class Stunt Champion flyingwhat elsea Magnum 44 wingspan 400 sq area Skyray fits squarely niche ruled years venerable Sterling Ring master brief review aerodynamic fea tures including adequate area sound airfoil Kit includes rolled plans cut end sanded pans formed Kleen Sweep lending gear wheel axe steerable tail wheel bracket pusnrod set other basic 55 spanhardware 51 length 4 channel 14Y20 swept wing Symetrical Airfoil Engine 45- 602 cy 525-9074 CrenshawAeroRR 1 Box 121 ManIlla IN 46150 *7995 1*500 P ft HI check MO Visa Mc Other Kits Ave ii Write free cat modern approach moment arms ie long tail moment good stability smooth aerobatic inputs bears witness Skyrays su periority over Ringmaster pure Stunt trainer Reports respected pilots have flown original confirm expectations Powered suggested classic Fox 35 appears perfectly capable good AMA pattern Skyray includes several design innovations worthy note Lite Ply ribs spruce spars provide unusual strength bodes well long life occa sional unexpected landing sturdy properly placed single-wheel main gear should provide good ground handling hard surfaces sur vivability grass fields kit includes good wood especially light well suited Skyrays training mis sion parts either sawn shape die cut fairly complete hardware package features Sigs own very fine nylon bellerank control horns complete sheet decals included al lowing ship finished shown tractive cover picture utilizing base color paint job beneath decals themselves excellent kit well suited its pur pose concept execution would have rate full three stars out four Challenger unique review prototype has flown large number seasoned Stunt aces original last Februarys First Annual Nostalgia Meet flown competitors including George Aldrich Ed Southwick Bart Kiapinaki columnist others concluded excellent intermediate-level Stunter very capable carrying pilot first full pat terns up including Advanced competitions fully flapped profile 565 sq wing area intended 35 46 engines 15% wing area tail some what small relation both wing mod ern design practice good balance ever ship intended develop smooth flying part new Stunt pilot styling modern jet look forward canopy swept rudder wing built-up C-tube-style construc tion includes gear blocks wing-mounted main landing gear fuselage band-sawn shape utilizes good hard-ply doublers solid engine mounting surface fairly com plete hardware package includes bushed con nectors flaps elevators combina tion Sig nylon bellerank horns should make sound durable control sys tem wood good very good manufacturer proudly states wood 174 Model Aviation IULTIMATESPORT RC 255 East Aehlond/PO Boa 727/Sodo Springs Idahe 83276 Aast Reedy t Fly. ReqthesonIyafewJiureoasmmbly. fjjg necessary acceeprlaallhardware cOntvuimen precevered ISIbcHEAOKEE 48 whigujun Speclet 4I6ffAW 4ncwsvd -Ir#emtdrUbugdwhu -11au 60812 Omu Suya% Sport Aerobatic Now its 7th Big Yearf Th MID-SouThs GREAaXST HOBBY SHOW MEMPHIS AIRPORT HILTON 1-240 AIRWMs AT DRMOCRAT Mgpsprns TENNESSER Amlma Pilor$00 pet day Payable doe door MARCH 3RD & 4TH Market Mmvi00 am 600 pm Saturday 1000 am 400 pm Sunday Social Mmvi600 pm Saturday Banquets730 pm Saturday Auctlmu200pm Sunday 3omiiSpecial Room Rarm Ear Memphis Model Market owror lt Call 1-800-HiLTONS 001 332-1130MId-South Radio Control Association AorhVwatioa CalL 001 398-9795 &00 500 daily T PO Boa 16900 Memphia TN 38116 Radio Control Model Aircraft Manufacturers Product Displaya Model Building Workshop Static Scale Diaplay & Judging It/C Model Care/Races Proceeds benefit UPEBLOOD Bone Marrow Regiatry comes exclusively Lone Star Hobbies Texas renowned its excellent hand-selected balsa found two items debit side First plans moderately comprehensive no instruction manual included big deal since construction relatively con ventional new builder might have wished little effsrt area no suggestions concerning first flights instance fact no suggested CG noteda very important omission rule thumb would put CG about 1 Y aft leading edge Second packaging simply too small contents kit box sample damaged shipping result very good-flying model shouldnt overlooked Its because packaging minimal instructions comparison others Ive rated Challenger two-and-ahalf stars Oriental unique grouping re-creation 1957 design Texan Dee Rice As such qualifies new PAMPA Nostalgia Stunt event plans show both original Nostalgia-legal dimensions few minor modifications enlarged tail area longer tail moment produce mod ern planform sticklers did note original plans shovv inboard wing being inch longer outboard panel kit plans show equal-span wings Let con science guide full-fuselage 35-sized Stunter very conventional layout ribbed sheeted cap-stripped wing has span 55 area 550 sq ship has classic ap pearance constant-chord wing tapered flaps large rounded rudder clear plastic bubble canopy prebent fuselage-mounted landing gear par very complete hardware package Also inciluded metal Veco-style bellcrank nicely made steel control horns horns come unbent ends allow bush ings installed nice touch would have install bushes bend ends great big plus combination blueprinttype plans enhanced very comprehensive construction manual pieces sawn sanded shape no die cutting ribs accurately sanded shape notched leading edge spar unfortunately have lead-out holes cut Hint Use piece large brass tubing end sharp ened hole cutter job wood generally good some marginally heavy example large solid stab simply too heavy used As kits especially conscious excess weight behind CG manufacturers have obvi ously tried select best wood can up ensure particular sample doesnt exceed acceptable parameters Caveat emptor applies Finally packaging excellent ad equate room sturdy box parts fear crushing Oriental particularly good choice fliers wishing get double duty out winters building project does qualify Nostalgia events also recognized outstanding Stunter todays competitive environment Because versatility generally good quality kit itself rate nearly perfect three-and-one-half stars now Forerunner hesitate say saved best lastnone kits has thing apologize forthe Forerunner Custom Models Texas closest thing state-of-the-art RC-level no-holds-barred model airplane kit Ive seen Stunt world very up-to-date full-Stunt profile exhibits number innovative features cludes precision-cut foam wing double cored panel foam-core stabilizer eleva tors solid balsa unique interlocking plywood-and-balsa profile fuselage work art itself fuse made up -in balsa aft sec tion joined solid nine-ply front end about high point thickly airfoiled approxi mately 19% chord wing /16 ply doublers overlap fore-and-aft section splice complete soundly engineered fuselage package front end cut out openings both tank engine out board doubler unique feature profile THE *RED 01 #RED 02 #RED 03 #RED 04 #RED 05 #RED 14 #RED 16 *RED 23 inboard mounting engine tank pi oneered Texas own Frank Williams claimed cleaner smoother engine run re sults Custom Models clearly has advanced level manufacturing capability other specialty houses capability demonstrated Conrinued page 176 ULTIMATE 10 DASH 300 BIPLANE Fiberglass fuselage foam wings Quarter-scale 13 Ibs 62 Span ST 3000 Power Level 1 Flying Qualities MIL-F-8785C Sold reservatIon $75 netondohle deposit includes dub pockoge 1S15 seporotelyl Compnehensioe kit SOOd tiniched unpointed oircrott S1550 pounerplont rodie geor included Satisfaction guaranteed er money bock Phone en FAX 851753-1971 VISA MC check no COD Production limited to night hond-cmfted individuolly numbened oircrott pen month DAEDALUS RESEARCH INCORPORATED An omondcinning design lokonolony since 1983 creotine odvonced concepts n miitony end cicilioo Unmonned Anniol Vehiclos LIGHTING SYSTEMS ORIGINALS. Still Best Programmable Flashing Navigation Lights$2495 Adjustable Rate Strobe Light$1995 Landing Lights$3995 Adjustable Rate Mars Rotating Beacon$1995 Marine Navigation Lights nonflashing$1095 Big Airplane Navigation Lights$2495 Econo Landing Lights brightest$1995 Real Strobe Light true zenon strobe$2995 6 SEE YOUR DEALER 6 SEND STAMPED ENVELOPE FOR RAM INFO If unavailable locally send check money order full credit card infa tar cost item plus $200 $500 foreign immediate shipment Include full address UPS Sorry no COD Ram 4736 N Milwaukee Ave ago IL 60630 February 1990 175 Auction Flea Market DoorPrizes Banquet Model Video precision-cut parts especially beauti fully shaped matched plywood parts fuselage Also noteworthy beautifully cut foam cores Quality craftsmanship obvious throughout kit wood ranged good excellent Espe cially noteworthy sheeting wing light very flexible Agrain wood will match curves air foil nicely hardware package sight behold does include expected bellcrank Helicopters Sailpianes I2700 ples5000 3-view awimge ocean FOTO-PAItSbsdudhvg KOIW-FAN IPs CATALOG 5300 ThE WIREMASTERT1a bcsedcu/cotlcr extra large handle bends 1I8e1I45 coils 5/ 32-3/16k music wire Wire creep eliminated ANTI-KREEP WIRE LOCK free catalog also has hardware accessories JCM COMPANY 114 WashIngton Tart Dept Waukegan IL 60085 control horns Sig nylon also Du-Bro nylon hinges adjustable lead-out guide fiberglass ar row shaft pushrods nylon plugs threaded end pieces adjustable pushrod length lead-out wires preshaped tank hold-down wires adjustable tip weight box aerodynamic point view Fore runner also step ahead pack 127 sq tail full 23% wing area right middle current pack pro Stunters Combined fulladjustability available control system ship should trimmable level competition Al though would personally have preferred another two inches tail moment arm slightly longer nose balance personal nitpie king necessarily suggestion doso first sample Try out criticism lack fiberglass tape splice two halves wing together Al though tape wasnt included extensive construction manual accompanied blueline plans clearly spells out requirement build please dont omit important step Notwithstanding lack tape such overwhelmingly superior kit four-star rating barely does justice design mod ern sound attractive construction novative competent execution kit superlative Joe Bob says Check out combine four kits Magnum Sig Top Flites Gieseke No bler all-out top-20 performance planes capable taking anyone rank beginner National Champion Write manufacturers details pricing delivery Youll glad did way sure say thanks Last subject write column mixed emotions bit heavy heart will last column least foreseeable fu ture Ive just received word Ive elected President PAMPA national Stunt organization order serve position best ability Ive decided can no longer af ford time effort continue monthly ruminations well Ive written column since May 1984 has indeed pleasure Id like thank theliterallyhundreds have written over intervening five years Ive done very best reply either writing through column itself hope has entertaining informa tive has Starting next month pages will written San Antonios own top gun Frank MeMillan An outstanding flier Franks skill han dle exceeded comprehensive knowl edge technical aspects Stunt Youll wiser campers attending monthly fo rums find cant live Fanchers pearls wisdom Im afraid theres nothing join PAMPA get taste couple months presidents column editor Mike Kevilles great newsletter PAMPA Stunt News Ill say once fly Stunt dont belong PAMPA aint getting can out great event Join up writing Sec retary Tom Morris 1019 Creektrail Anniston AL 36206 CL Scale/Boss Continued page 69 Regardless whether mounting fullbeam radial type must consider strengthen ing formers involved formers balsa can reinforce /16 plywood replace entirely -in ply wood using balsa former pattern addi tion making plywood formers strength pur poses might also consider filling space between formers beam mount noted Fill-In Space sketch inboard side fuselage %-in balsa will strengthen bellerank area also protect fuselage damage during pulltesting control lines sketch shows bellerank platform mounted top beams can also mounted bottom Mounting platform top bottomwill depend whether make wing removable plan gain ac cess bellerank adjustment mainte nance later time Sketch example bellcrank platform installed wing have eliminated center rib usually found built-up wing construction replaced plywood usu ally / thick platform two /8-in plywood ribs also replace least first balsa rib either side wings center arrange ment generally provides platform about wide models fuselage sufficient bellerank installa tions After bellerank installed arrange ment assembly further strengthened addition top bottom wing spars scrap balsa fillers areas marked Space B C space marked C being space tween lower spar plywood platform suggested epoxy-type glue used Continued page 180 176 Model Aviation VEND MOUNTS ThE VIBRATION KILLER Fail toi OnOO tnee aces 4OiOtiOtt tO 25 tO 120 0gIfl5Sessoom Fits olOusilt eli 10511 engineit, ,eacet mounts Typical ,betioo eduCtion ct7O% Max MW Th5 kit consist nmcnte isolate toti points eboond ,m es tubing end instoctiOfle $1200 011000 ot monet org kit OAA PSOOIICTS PG SOS 305 SARASOTA FL SageS 8t33774252 FL teeident add 72$ SateS tax INFORMATION send SA8E Beep Beep I3 Send $1495 shipping CT RESIDENTS ADD 8% SALES TAX DEALER & CLUB INQUIRIES WELOOME GenSam P0 Box 3841 Dept B Danbury CT 06813-3841 $599 Prop Nut use Electric Starters Made 6061 Aluminum strong enough allow over tightening weighs under 1 oz 1 diameter 11/4 long 1/4 radius nose minimum AMA requirement 5/32 Iorq Hole 3/4 thread depth can use thinnest props 11 thread sizes fit engines market Send us order & well mail out fast MADE IN THE USA B C PRODUCTS 111 N Starkweather Pampa Texas 79065 806 665-6361 D103210/32 D05805-8mfn 1123212/32 106106-1mm 107107-1mm LI08108-1mm 181258-125mm 1101210-t25mm 114281/4-28 151625/16-24 38243/8-24 VISA MASTERCARD MONEY ORDERS ACCEPTED DEALER INQUIRES WELCOME FIBERGLASS PARTS Carry over 300 cowls 70 wheel pants made epoxy glass light weight brittle zero pinholes Send SASE $100 latest catalog ENYA 15 5520 SS45 19to80 120 FOX 19 45 60 120 HB ALL SIZES HP40 120 others IRVING ALL K&B 19 61 0510 15 20 21to50 60 120 108 ROSSI ALL 8SUPERTIGER 11to155-8mm 19 to 60 1/4-28 61 to 90 5/16-24 2000 6000 10-125mm SATIO30to60 6-1mm 65 to90 7-1mm 120 270 8-125mm WEBRA 28 61 1/4-28 80 to 90 &1 25mm MALONEY 100 3/8-24 HERE IS WHAT YOUVE BEEN WAITING FOR AM EHTRR LOUD FIELD COUNTDOWN TIMER last.. timer can hear busiest flying fields Displays hours & minutes has extra large buttons & LCD display 1 YEAR WARRANTY 5-8mm 1/4-28 7-1mm 8-1mm 1/4-28 5/16-24 1/4-28 6-1mm 5/16-24 1/4-28 1/4-28 1/4-28 5-8mm 12/32 6-1mm 1/4-28 5/16-24 3/8-24 125mm CL Scale/Boss Continued page 176 joints maximum strength Remember good solid bellcrank instatlation could mean worry-free flight time Gerry Deneau contributor ideas item says learned about having good bellcrank support through destruction early Curtis Hawk P-6E flown model placed third last years Nats Sport Scale event key keep strong Once again Gerry thanks continued support column Color charts Information relative accu racy colors apply models gen erally hard come recent issue Replica newsletter National Associa tion Scale Aeromodelers find note dicates 98-page color cross-reference guide available Tom C Butz 22446 Bywater Lake Forest CA 92630 guide said very impressive chart ing color cross-reference guide use plastic well Flying Scale modelers guide does include paint chips does list Federal Standard paint color numbers charted country popular paint companies ie Humbrol Pactra Testors Floquil Tamiya Compucolor etc Color information included just about country hasor hadan air force various time periods air forces history copy color chart send $10 Tom Butz address shown above Electronic controls During past few months have corresponded Ronald Macknet CL Scale modeler Yulee FL Some dis cussion has about converting RC units transmitters receivers can used controlling servo systems CL models have covered subject past col umns thought appropriate mention result discussions Ronald has Fu taba Conquest radio converted CL use modification Ronalds radio system done Calvin Wollitz Jacksonville FL has Ace R/C Authorized Service Center modifications call removal radios RF radio frequencyEd section provision output point connection encoder signal would transmitted model via flying lines After modification transmitter no longer capable emitting ra dio signals receiver also modified RF IF sections bypassed/removed input point added decoder ac ceptance signal flying lines discussing Calvin indicated 180 Model Aviation CULPEPPEE 4Z MODELS INC 2526 Washmgtoa DubuqueIA 52001 319/583-4830 415 342 5581 GOLDEN GATE HOBBIES PO BOX 282005 SAN FRANCISCO CA 94128 M/C OR COD CATALOG $ 200 OR FREE WITh ORDERS HATORI BLUEPRINT SHOWS ALL EXHAUST ITEMS FULL SIZE 2FT X 4FT $ 5 HA TORT RA DICICON IM-MSK WE NEED DEALERS T & 0 FIBERGLASS SPECIAL 38624 Mt Kisco Sterling Hgts Ml 48310 Call Us 313 978-2512 *New Owners * Steve & Kim Durecki would willing assist anyone wished convert radio CL use would willing help phone wish attempt conversion will make conversion nominal charge youre interested service contact Calvin Wollitz mail 8996 Barco Ln Jacksonville FL 32222 tele phone 1-904/771-0613 CL Speed/Hempel Continued page 70 tal outlay approximately $200000 no stretch imagination garage-shop opera tion foregoing proves want go fast need good machining capability Without mercy others work working project discovered so-called engine builders few really know design good two-cycle engine plan future author book development operation two-cycle en gines diagram mailed modeler share Use ram air induction John Hunton Annan dale VA gs1v~e FLOA/ AIZYALV1 TM P4cn3 TMmtz ia-r I1 .-I 4. E A_____ XX\\XN l 5lrMIeeCTNevegAhswta&-- . 44rT- Fog lNVC77LV few items own scrapbook Piston ring fits hidden danger ever piston rings standard shape will cause excessive heat obtain tension rings should filed shape shown drawing Excessive un tension rings thus eliminated well undue friction edges rings should broken scraper Excessive pres sure rings cylinder bore produces friction friction equals heat occurs already have abundance heat Il~ 5/an dcvrd Ps/on RI79 II N41 h inued page 182 Youll notice power bargain fuels * Special Detergents Promote clean burning prevent residue buildup * Rust Inhibitors Protect engines corrosion After run oil needed engines * Film Strength Additives Increase lubricity provide extra lean run protection * Anti-Wear Additives Help keep engines running peak performance longer * Satisfaction Guaranteed FREE SHIPPING ON ORDERS OVER $1500 SIG CHAMPION 2-STROKE FUEL PINT QUART GALLON 0%Nitromthin$1075 5%Nitrom*thane$365$525$1275 10% Nitrort*n $415$55O$1475 15% Nitrornethane $430$65$1675 25% Nitrori*flwn $$ 15$7S$2195 35% Nitromethane $5 95 $925 $2695 SIG PREMIUM 4-STROKE FUEL 10% Nitromethane$1425 15% Nitromethane$1625 THE CHOICE OF CHAMPION FLYERS over 20 years SIG has blending finest quality model engine fuel available using finest quality ingredients instance Methanol use 995% pure very best grade money can buy also use real 100% pure Nitromethane get full measure youve paid based honest percentage-of-volume method percentage weight SIG fuels con tain 50-50 blend Bakers purest AA Castor Oil new improved Klotz Techniplate Synthetic Racing Oil maximum engine lubrication protection Based experience sincerely believe finest quality fuel can made price dont take word try some judge yourself ge mithoot notce See dealer first available order direct Call IJ 800-247-5008 toll free orders Latest Catalog $300 SIG MANUFACTURING CO Montezuma IA 50171 February 1990 181 SMART LIGHT RC BATTERY VOLTAGE MONITOR FLY SAFE WITH SMART LIGHT TINY TESTERS Smen Light Mount plane end plugs-In between Receiver end Swhch evallehl panel mount toggle swItch PrecIsIon IC voltege detector circuitS5AR UWfl El-color LED Glowsu sultan 1590cc GREEN FlIght peck turned ON end Buttery Voltege greeter 48 VOC RED Bettery lees 48 VDC SpecIfy IlIght penklnoneector encouron FUTABA J G Butte 485 Deane 3 pIn FUTABAHobby Shack 3 pln$1505 No cennacters use yours 5 Sonert LIght wIth Swltch.ADD $508 Smerl LIght RC Bettery TesterICycler $3588 checks flight heltery elanelated flIght loads Tester Adjuetekle Voltage Regulator $2455~g4nvooIuuu 7 28 Vdc Input 45 55 Vdc 15 Amp output Tlny Tester Csllhratlon Vettegs $1555 volt kettary Input 5 uco Vdc output Send Check Money Order Add $3 Postage Handling PA Residents add 6% Sales Tax ZZ ENTERPRISES INC 631 MANCHESTER ROAD NORRISTOWN PA 19403 TELE 215539-7476
Edition: Model Aviation - 1990/02
Page Numbers: 68, 174, 175, 176, 180, 181
NO SURPRISE Anyone has tried Control Line Stunt flier during past 10 15 years will know traditional modeling suppliers no longer consider us viable market bright shining exception peo ple Sigand lesser still appreciated ex tent Sterling Carl Goldberg Top Flite industry folk feel arent enough us spending enough bucks justify continued devel opment products segment hobby Yes building CL Stunt ships has become specialized pursuit due limited resources available wish pursue hobby handful small spe cialty suppliers Stunt might well have gone way dinosaurs owe great debt thanks enterprising individuals make possible us obtain kits engines hardware necessary continue enjoy Stunt flying Among cottage industry entrepreneurs group individuals actually pro ducing kits Stunt models kitting Stunter significant undertaking outfit big Sig almost overwhelming endeavor small independent manufacturers resources necessary terms time money tools packaging forth substan tial Plus final analysis have find way market products because nobody can buy em dont know theyre available Maybe can help out area Over last few months several sup pliers have sent samples wares soon recognized could provide valuable ser viceboth manufacturer read ersby examining kits reporting through column month Id like give brief review four kits now available Skyray 35 offered Sig Mfg Co 401-7 South Front St Montezuma IA 50171 Challenger Galaxie Model Company Box 4842 Co vina CA 91723 Oriental manufactured Control Line Classics 24981 Nogal St Moreno Valley CA 92388 Forerunner Cus tom Models Dept l00 5515 Bridgeton Dr ArContinued page 174 Mike Keville LMesa AZ edits PAMPAs Stunt News newsletter Fancher thinks Mike spent much time flying does editing hed probably National Stunt Champ Mike says Old-Time Stunt Ringmaster powered vintage sandcast Fox 35 trailing edge technology Plane right Oriental kit Control Line Classics Two versions available full-bodied shown profile CLO offers eight different CL kits plus accessories large SASE gets info address column Oriental has classic styling 68 Model Aviation Control Lne Aerobatics Ted Fancher 158 Flying Cloud Isle Foster City CA 94404 Everything see photo has 52 associated some way Modeler Ken Wil son Evansville IN 52 years old Columbia RX-5 bicycle 1952 model silkcovered Ringmaster Fox 35 also 1952 vintage Everythingwith exception still operates good did 1952 Care guess what Photo Ken Wilson few Stunt kits available Sigs Skyray 35 good basic Stunter says Fancher CAT NO 106 Proof Switch Retail $995 Add $125 shipping Send $150 catalog Michigan residents add 4% sales tax IMPROVE YOUR 1991 SWITCH OVER f Switch Positive Locking Prevents Arriving field dead batteries Accidental switching off before take-off Will vibrate apart causing loss radio Does require special mounts Works radios Ideal seaplanes completely water proof SEE YOUR LOCAL HOBBY DEALER ej MN 55447 1-612/473-5971 New JerseyGlassboro Doug Barber l46 Stratton House Maple Shade NJ 08052 1-609/235-5318 New YorkQueens Contact Bob Bender I5161248-5118 New York NYC Contact Ed Whitten PO Box 176 Wall St Station New York NY 10005 phone 2l2/785-5327 info about pos sible flying Columbia Univer sity OkIahona Oklahoma City Sessions National Guard Armory Okla homa City Jan 22 Feb 19 1990 plus March date yet set Jim Belson 4933 NW 29th Oklahoma City OK 73l29 I405/946- l093 unavailable locally send Bru Line Industries Inc Box 3786 Center Line MI 48015 Washington Seattle Ed Lamb 159l SE 42nd PI Bellevue WA 98006 CL Aerobatics/Fancher Continued page 68 lington TX 76018 following whets appetite drop line Lets start out Skyray 35 de lightful competent-looking profile unflapped basic Stunt trainer designed Sigs own Mike Pratt Most will recognize Mike designer Sig Magnum suc cessful full-Stunt kit produced last decade Mike also current National Advanced Class Stunt Champion flyingwhat elsea Magnum 44 wingspan 400 sq area Skyray fits squarely niche ruled years venerable Sterling Ring master brief review aerodynamic fea tures including adequate area sound airfoil Kit includes rolled plans cut end sanded pans formed Kleen Sweep lending gear wheel axe steerable tail wheel bracket pusnrod set other basic 55 spanhardware 51 length 4 channel 14Y20 swept wing Symetrical Airfoil Engine 45- 602 cy 525-9074 CrenshawAeroRR 1 Box 121 ManIlla IN 46150 *7995 1*500 P ft HI check MO Visa Mc Other Kits Ave ii Write free cat modern approach moment arms ie long tail moment good stability smooth aerobatic inputs bears witness Skyrays su periority over Ringmaster pure Stunt trainer Reports respected pilots have flown original confirm expectations Powered suggested classic Fox 35 appears perfectly capable good AMA pattern Skyray includes several design innovations worthy note Lite Ply ribs spruce spars provide unusual strength bodes well long life occa sional unexpected landing sturdy properly placed single-wheel main gear should provide good ground handling hard surfaces sur vivability grass fields kit includes good wood especially light well suited Skyrays training mis sion parts either sawn shape die cut fairly complete hardware package features Sigs own very fine nylon bellerank control horns complete sheet decals included al lowing ship finished shown tractive cover picture utilizing base color paint job beneath decals themselves excellent kit well suited its pur pose concept execution would have rate full three stars out four Challenger unique review prototype has flown large number seasoned Stunt aces original last Februarys First Annual Nostalgia Meet flown competitors including George Aldrich Ed Southwick Bart Kiapinaki columnist others concluded excellent intermediate-level Stunter very capable carrying pilot first full pat terns up including Advanced competitions fully flapped profile 565 sq wing area intended 35 46 engines 15% wing area tail some what small relation both wing mod ern design practice good balance ever ship intended develop smooth flying part new Stunt pilot styling modern jet look forward canopy swept rudder wing built-up C-tube-style construc tion includes gear blocks wing-mounted main landing gear fuselage band-sawn shape utilizes good hard-ply doublers solid engine mounting surface fairly com plete hardware package includes bushed con nectors flaps elevators combina tion Sig nylon bellerank horns should make sound durable control sys tem wood good very good manufacturer proudly states wood 174 Model Aviation IULTIMATESPORT RC 255 East Aehlond/PO Boa 727/Sodo Springs Idahe 83276 Aast Reedy t Fly. ReqthesonIyafewJiureoasmmbly. fjjg necessary acceeprlaallhardware cOntvuimen precevered ISIbcHEAOKEE 48 whigujun Speclet 4I6ffAW 4ncwsvd -Ir#emtdrUbugdwhu -11au 60812 Omu Suya% Sport Aerobatic Now its 7th Big Yearf Th MID-SouThs GREAaXST HOBBY SHOW MEMPHIS AIRPORT HILTON 1-240 AIRWMs AT DRMOCRAT Mgpsprns TENNESSER Amlma Pilor$00 pet day Payable doe door MARCH 3RD & 4TH Market Mmvi00 am 600 pm Saturday 1000 am 400 pm Sunday Social Mmvi600 pm Saturday Banquets730 pm Saturday Auctlmu200pm Sunday 3omiiSpecial Room Rarm Ear Memphis Model Market owror lt Call 1-800-HiLTONS 001 332-1130MId-South Radio Control Association AorhVwatioa CalL 001 398-9795 &00 500 daily T PO Boa 16900 Memphia TN 38116 Radio Control Model Aircraft Manufacturers Product Displaya Model Building Workshop Static Scale Diaplay & Judging It/C Model Care/Races Proceeds benefit UPEBLOOD Bone Marrow Regiatry comes exclusively Lone Star Hobbies Texas renowned its excellent hand-selected balsa found two items debit side First plans moderately comprehensive no instruction manual included big deal since construction relatively con ventional new builder might have wished little effsrt area no suggestions concerning first flights instance fact no suggested CG noteda very important omission rule thumb would put CG about 1 Y aft leading edge Second packaging simply too small contents kit box sample damaged shipping result very good-flying model shouldnt overlooked Its because packaging minimal instructions comparison others Ive rated Challenger two-and-ahalf stars Oriental unique grouping re-creation 1957 design Texan Dee Rice As such qualifies new PAMPA Nostalgia Stunt event plans show both original Nostalgia-legal dimensions few minor modifications enlarged tail area longer tail moment produce mod ern planform sticklers did note original plans shovv inboard wing being inch longer outboard panel kit plans show equal-span wings Let con science guide full-fuselage 35-sized Stunter very conventional layout ribbed sheeted cap-stripped wing has span 55 area 550 sq ship has classic ap pearance constant-chord wing tapered flaps large rounded rudder clear plastic bubble canopy prebent fuselage-mounted landing gear par very complete hardware package Also inciluded metal Veco-style bellcrank nicely made steel control horns horns come unbent ends allow bush ings installed nice touch would have install bushes bend ends great big plus combination blueprinttype plans enhanced very comprehensive construction manual pieces sawn sanded shape no die cutting ribs accurately sanded shape notched leading edge spar unfortunately have lead-out holes cut Hint Use piece large brass tubing end sharp ened hole cutter job wood generally good some marginally heavy example large solid stab simply too heavy used As kits especially conscious excess weight behind CG manufacturers have obvi ously tried select best wood can up ensure particular sample doesnt exceed acceptable parameters Caveat emptor applies Finally packaging excellent ad equate room sturdy box parts fear crushing Oriental particularly good choice fliers wishing get double duty out winters building project does qualify Nostalgia events also recognized outstanding Stunter todays competitive environment Because versatility generally good quality kit itself rate nearly perfect three-and-one-half stars now Forerunner hesitate say saved best lastnone kits has thing apologize forthe Forerunner Custom Models Texas closest thing state-of-the-art RC-level no-holds-barred model airplane kit Ive seen Stunt world very up-to-date full-Stunt profile exhibits number innovative features cludes precision-cut foam wing double cored panel foam-core stabilizer eleva tors solid balsa unique interlocking plywood-and-balsa profile fuselage work art itself fuse made up -in balsa aft sec tion joined solid nine-ply front end about high point thickly airfoiled approxi mately 19% chord wing /16 ply doublers overlap fore-and-aft section splice complete soundly engineered fuselage package front end cut out openings both tank engine out board doubler unique feature profile THE *RED 01 #RED 02 #RED 03 #RED 04 #RED 05 #RED 14 #RED 16 *RED 23 inboard mounting engine tank pi oneered Texas own Frank Williams claimed cleaner smoother engine run re sults Custom Models clearly has advanced level manufacturing capability other specialty houses capability demonstrated Conrinued page 176 ULTIMATE 10 DASH 300 BIPLANE Fiberglass fuselage foam wings Quarter-scale 13 Ibs 62 Span ST 3000 Power Level 1 Flying Qualities MIL-F-8785C Sold reservatIon $75 netondohle deposit includes dub pockoge 1S15 seporotelyl Compnehensioe kit SOOd tiniched unpointed oircrott S1550 pounerplont rodie geor included Satisfaction guaranteed er money bock Phone en FAX 851753-1971 VISA MC check no COD Production limited to night hond-cmfted individuolly numbened oircrott pen month DAEDALUS RESEARCH INCORPORATED An omondcinning design lokonolony since 1983 creotine odvonced concepts n miitony end cicilioo Unmonned Anniol Vehiclos LIGHTING SYSTEMS ORIGINALS. Still Best Programmable Flashing Navigation Lights$2495 Adjustable Rate Strobe Light$1995 Landing Lights$3995 Adjustable Rate Mars Rotating Beacon$1995 Marine Navigation Lights nonflashing$1095 Big Airplane Navigation Lights$2495 Econo Landing Lights brightest$1995 Real Strobe Light true zenon strobe$2995 6 SEE YOUR DEALER 6 SEND STAMPED ENVELOPE FOR RAM INFO If unavailable locally send check money order full credit card infa tar cost item plus $200 $500 foreign immediate shipment Include full address UPS Sorry no COD Ram 4736 N Milwaukee Ave ago IL 60630 February 1990 175 Auction Flea Market DoorPrizes Banquet Model Video precision-cut parts especially beauti fully shaped matched plywood parts fuselage Also noteworthy beautifully cut foam cores Quality craftsmanship obvious throughout kit wood ranged good excellent Espe cially noteworthy sheeting wing light very flexible Agrain wood will match curves air foil nicely hardware package sight behold does include expected bellcrank Helicopters Sailpianes I2700 ples5000 3-view awimge ocean FOTO-PAItSbsdudhvg KOIW-FAN IPs CATALOG 5300 ThE WIREMASTERT1a bcsedcu/cotlcr extra large handle bends 1I8e1I45 coils 5/ 32-3/16k music wire Wire creep eliminated ANTI-KREEP WIRE LOCK free catalog also has hardware accessories JCM COMPANY 114 WashIngton Tart Dept Waukegan IL 60085 control horns Sig nylon also Du-Bro nylon hinges adjustable lead-out guide fiberglass ar row shaft pushrods nylon plugs threaded end pieces adjustable pushrod length lead-out wires preshaped tank hold-down wires adjustable tip weight box aerodynamic point view Fore runner also step ahead pack 127 sq tail full 23% wing area right middle current pack pro Stunters Combined fulladjustability available control system ship should trimmable level competition Al though would personally have preferred another two inches tail moment arm slightly longer nose balance personal nitpie king necessarily suggestion doso first sample Try out criticism lack fiberglass tape splice two halves wing together Al though tape wasnt included extensive construction manual accompanied blueline plans clearly spells out requirement build please dont omit important step Notwithstanding lack tape such overwhelmingly superior kit four-star rating barely does justice design mod ern sound attractive construction novative competent execution kit superlative Joe Bob says Check out combine four kits Magnum Sig Top Flites Gieseke No bler all-out top-20 performance planes capable taking anyone rank beginner National Champion Write manufacturers details pricing delivery Youll glad did way sure say thanks Last subject write column mixed emotions bit heavy heart will last column least foreseeable fu ture Ive just received word Ive elected President PAMPA national Stunt organization order serve position best ability Ive decided can no longer af ford time effort continue monthly ruminations well Ive written column since May 1984 has indeed pleasure Id like thank theliterallyhundreds have written over intervening five years Ive done very best reply either writing through column itself hope has entertaining informa tive has Starting next month pages will written San Antonios own top gun Frank MeMillan An outstanding flier Franks skill han dle exceeded comprehensive knowl edge technical aspects Stunt Youll wiser campers attending monthly fo rums find cant live Fanchers pearls wisdom Im afraid theres nothing join PAMPA get taste couple months presidents column editor Mike Kevilles great newsletter PAMPA Stunt News Ill say once fly Stunt dont belong PAMPA aint getting can out great event Join up writing Sec retary Tom Morris 1019 Creektrail Anniston AL 36206 CL Scale/Boss Continued page 69 Regardless whether mounting fullbeam radial type must consider strengthen ing formers involved formers balsa can reinforce /16 plywood replace entirely -in ply wood using balsa former pattern addi tion making plywood formers strength pur poses might also consider filling space between formers beam mount noted Fill-In Space sketch inboard side fuselage %-in balsa will strengthen bellerank area also protect fuselage damage during pulltesting control lines sketch shows bellerank platform mounted top beams can also mounted bottom Mounting platform top bottomwill depend whether make wing removable plan gain ac cess bellerank adjustment mainte nance later time Sketch example bellcrank platform installed wing have eliminated center rib usually found built-up wing construction replaced plywood usu ally / thick platform two /8-in plywood ribs also replace least first balsa rib either side wings center arrange ment generally provides platform about wide models fuselage sufficient bellerank installa tions After bellerank installed arrange ment assembly further strengthened addition top bottom wing spars scrap balsa fillers areas marked Space B C space marked C being space tween lower spar plywood platform suggested epoxy-type glue used Continued page 180 176 Model Aviation VEND MOUNTS ThE VIBRATION KILLER Fail toi OnOO tnee aces 4OiOtiOtt tO 25 tO 120 0gIfl5Sessoom Fits olOusilt eli 10511 engineit, ,eacet mounts Typical ,betioo eduCtion ct7O% Max MW Th5 kit consist nmcnte isolate toti points eboond ,m es tubing end instoctiOfle $1200 011000 ot monet org kit OAA PSOOIICTS PG SOS 305 SARASOTA FL SageS 8t33774252 FL teeident add 72$ SateS tax INFORMATION send SA8E Beep Beep I3 Send $1495 shipping CT RESIDENTS ADD 8% SALES TAX DEALER & CLUB INQUIRIES WELOOME GenSam P0 Box 3841 Dept B Danbury CT 06813-3841 $599 Prop Nut use Electric Starters Made 6061 Aluminum strong enough allow over tightening weighs under 1 oz 1 diameter 11/4 long 1/4 radius nose minimum AMA requirement 5/32 Iorq Hole 3/4 thread depth can use thinnest props 11 thread sizes fit engines market Send us order & well mail out fast MADE IN THE USA B C PRODUCTS 111 N Starkweather Pampa Texas 79065 806 665-6361 D103210/32 D05805-8mfn 1123212/32 106106-1mm 107107-1mm LI08108-1mm 181258-125mm 1101210-t25mm 114281/4-28 151625/16-24 38243/8-24 VISA MASTERCARD MONEY ORDERS ACCEPTED DEALER INQUIRES WELCOME FIBERGLASS PARTS Carry over 300 cowls 70 wheel pants made epoxy glass light weight brittle zero pinholes Send SASE $100 latest catalog ENYA 15 5520 SS45 19to80 120 FOX 19 45 60 120 HB ALL SIZES HP40 120 others IRVING ALL K&B 19 61 0510 15 20 21to50 60 120 108 ROSSI ALL 8SUPERTIGER 11to155-8mm 19 to 60 1/4-28 61 to 90 5/16-24 2000 6000 10-125mm SATIO30to60 6-1mm 65 to90 7-1mm 120 270 8-125mm WEBRA 28 61 1/4-28 80 to 90 &1 25mm MALONEY 100 3/8-24 HERE IS WHAT YOUVE BEEN WAITING FOR AM EHTRR LOUD FIELD COUNTDOWN TIMER last.. timer can hear busiest flying fields Displays hours & minutes has extra large buttons & LCD display 1 YEAR WARRANTY 5-8mm 1/4-28 7-1mm 8-1mm 1/4-28 5/16-24 1/4-28 6-1mm 5/16-24 1/4-28 1/4-28 1/4-28 5-8mm 12/32 6-1mm 1/4-28 5/16-24 3/8-24 125mm CL Scale/Boss Continued page 176 joints maximum strength Remember good solid bellcrank instatlation could mean worry-free flight time Gerry Deneau contributor ideas item says learned about having good bellcrank support through destruction early Curtis Hawk P-6E flown model placed third last years Nats Sport Scale event key keep strong Once again Gerry thanks continued support column Color charts Information relative accu racy colors apply models gen erally hard come recent issue Replica newsletter National Associa tion Scale Aeromodelers find note dicates 98-page color cross-reference guide available Tom C Butz 22446 Bywater Lake Forest CA 92630 guide said very impressive chart ing color cross-reference guide use plastic well Flying Scale modelers guide does include paint chips does list Federal Standard paint color numbers charted country popular paint companies ie Humbrol Pactra Testors Floquil Tamiya Compucolor etc Color information included just about country hasor hadan air force various time periods air forces history copy color chart send $10 Tom Butz address shown above Electronic controls During past few months have corresponded Ronald Macknet CL Scale modeler Yulee FL Some dis cussion has about converting RC units transmitters receivers can used controlling servo systems CL models have covered subject past col umns thought appropriate mention result discussions Ronald has Fu taba Conquest radio converted CL use modification Ronalds radio system done Calvin Wollitz Jacksonville FL has Ace R/C Authorized Service Center modifications call removal radios RF radio frequencyEd section provision output point connection encoder signal would transmitted model via flying lines After modification transmitter no longer capable emitting ra dio signals receiver also modified RF IF sections bypassed/removed input point added decoder ac ceptance signal flying lines discussing Calvin indicated 180 Model Aviation CULPEPPEE 4Z MODELS INC 2526 Washmgtoa DubuqueIA 52001 319/583-4830 415 342 5581 GOLDEN GATE HOBBIES PO BOX 282005 SAN FRANCISCO CA 94128 M/C OR COD CATALOG $ 200 OR FREE WITh ORDERS HATORI BLUEPRINT SHOWS ALL EXHAUST ITEMS FULL SIZE 2FT X 4FT $ 5 HA TORT RA DICICON IM-MSK WE NEED DEALERS T & 0 FIBERGLASS SPECIAL 38624 Mt Kisco Sterling Hgts Ml 48310 Call Us 313 978-2512 *New Owners * Steve & Kim Durecki would willing assist anyone wished convert radio CL use would willing help phone wish attempt conversion will make conversion nominal charge youre interested service contact Calvin Wollitz mail 8996 Barco Ln Jacksonville FL 32222 tele phone 1-904/771-0613 CL Speed/Hempel Continued page 70 tal outlay approximately $200000 no stretch imagination garage-shop opera tion foregoing proves want go fast need good machining capability Without mercy others work working project discovered so-called engine builders few really know design good two-cycle engine plan future author book development operation two-cycle en gines diagram mailed modeler share Use ram air induction John Hunton Annan dale VA gs1v~e FLOA/ AIZYALV1 TM P4cn3 TMmtz ia-r I1 .-I 4. E A_____ XX\\XN l 5lrMIeeCTNevegAhswta&-- . 44rT- Fog lNVC77LV few items own scrapbook Piston ring fits hidden danger ever piston rings standard shape will cause excessive heat obtain tension rings should filed shape shown drawing Excessive un tension rings thus eliminated well undue friction edges rings should broken scraper Excessive pres sure rings cylinder bore produces friction friction equals heat occurs already have abundance heat Il~ 5/an dcvrd Ps/on RI79 II N41 h inued page 182 Youll notice power bargain fuels * Special Detergents Promote clean burning prevent residue buildup * Rust Inhibitors Protect engines corrosion After run oil needed engines * Film Strength Additives Increase lubricity provide extra lean run protection * Anti-Wear Additives Help keep engines running peak performance longer * Satisfaction Guaranteed FREE SHIPPING ON ORDERS OVER $1500 SIG CHAMPION 2-STROKE FUEL PINT QUART GALLON 0%Nitromthin$1075 5%Nitrom*thane$365$525$1275 10% Nitrort*n $415$55O$1475 15% Nitrornethane $430$65$1675 25% Nitrori*flwn $$ 15$7S$2195 35% Nitromethane $5 95 $925 $2695 SIG PREMIUM 4-STROKE FUEL 10% Nitromethane$1425 15% Nitromethane$1625 THE CHOICE OF CHAMPION FLYERS over 20 years SIG has blending finest quality model engine fuel available using finest quality ingredients instance Methanol use 995% pure very best grade money can buy also use real 100% pure Nitromethane get full measure youve paid based honest percentage-of-volume method percentage weight SIG fuels con tain 50-50 blend Bakers purest AA Castor Oil new improved Klotz Techniplate Synthetic Racing Oil maximum engine lubrication protection Based experience sincerely believe finest quality fuel can made price dont take word try some judge yourself ge mithoot notce See dealer first available order direct Call IJ 800-247-5008 toll free orders Latest Catalog $300 SIG MANUFACTURING CO Montezuma IA 50171 February 1990 181 SMART LIGHT RC BATTERY VOLTAGE MONITOR FLY SAFE WITH SMART LIGHT TINY TESTERS Smen Light Mount plane end plugs-In between Receiver end Swhch evallehl panel mount toggle swItch PrecIsIon IC voltege detector circuitS5AR UWfl El-color LED Glowsu sultan 1590cc GREEN FlIght peck turned ON end Buttery Voltege greeter 48 VOC RED Bettery lees 48 VDC SpecIfy IlIght penklnoneector encouron FUTABA J G Butte 485 Deane 3 pIn FUTABAHobby Shack 3 pln$1505 No cennacters use yours 5 Sonert LIght wIth Swltch.ADD $508 Smerl LIght RC Bettery TesterICycler $3588 checks flight heltery elanelated flIght loads Tester Adjuetekle Voltage Regulator $2455~g4nvooIuuu 7 28 Vdc Input 45 55 Vdc 15 Amp output Tlny Tester Csllhratlon Vettegs $1555 volt kettary Input 5 uco Vdc output Send Check Money Order Add $3 Postage Handling PA Residents add 6% Sales Tax ZZ ENTERPRISES INC 631 MANCHESTER ROAD NORRISTOWN PA 19403 TELE 215539-7476
Edition: Model Aviation - 1990/02
Page Numbers: 68, 174, 175, 176, 180, 181
NO SURPRISE Anyone has tried Control Line Stunt flier during past 10 15 years will know traditional modeling suppliers no longer consider us viable market bright shining exception peo ple Sigand lesser still appreciated ex tent Sterling Carl Goldberg Top Flite industry folk feel arent enough us spending enough bucks justify continued devel opment products segment hobby Yes building CL Stunt ships has become specialized pursuit due limited resources available wish pursue hobby handful small spe cialty suppliers Stunt might well have gone way dinosaurs owe great debt thanks enterprising individuals make possible us obtain kits engines hardware necessary continue enjoy Stunt flying Among cottage industry entrepreneurs group individuals actually pro ducing kits Stunt models kitting Stunter significant undertaking outfit big Sig almost overwhelming endeavor small independent manufacturers resources necessary terms time money tools packaging forth substan tial Plus final analysis have find way market products because nobody can buy em dont know theyre available Maybe can help out area Over last few months several sup pliers have sent samples wares soon recognized could provide valuable ser viceboth manufacturer read ersby examining kits reporting through column month Id like give brief review four kits now available Skyray 35 offered Sig Mfg Co 401-7 South Front St Montezuma IA 50171 Challenger Galaxie Model Company Box 4842 Co vina CA 91723 Oriental manufactured Control Line Classics 24981 Nogal St Moreno Valley CA 92388 Forerunner Cus tom Models Dept l00 5515 Bridgeton Dr ArContinued page 174 Mike Keville LMesa AZ edits PAMPAs Stunt News newsletter Fancher thinks Mike spent much time flying does editing hed probably National Stunt Champ Mike says Old-Time Stunt Ringmaster powered vintage sandcast Fox 35 trailing edge technology Plane right Oriental kit Control Line Classics Two versions available full-bodied shown profile CLO offers eight different CL kits plus accessories large SASE gets info address column Oriental has classic styling 68 Model Aviation Control Lne Aerobatics Ted Fancher 158 Flying Cloud Isle Foster City CA 94404 Everything see photo has 52 associated some way Modeler Ken Wil son Evansville IN 52 years old Columbia RX-5 bicycle 1952 model silkcovered Ringmaster Fox 35 also 1952 vintage Everythingwith exception still operates good did 1952 Care guess what Photo Ken Wilson few Stunt kits available Sigs Skyray 35 good basic Stunter says Fancher CAT NO 106 Proof Switch Retail $995 Add $125 shipping Send $150 catalog Michigan residents add 4% sales tax IMPROVE YOUR 1991 SWITCH OVER f Switch Positive Locking Prevents Arriving field dead batteries Accidental switching off before take-off Will vibrate apart causing loss radio Does require special mounts Works radios Ideal seaplanes completely water proof SEE YOUR LOCAL HOBBY DEALER ej MN 55447 1-612/473-5971 New JerseyGlassboro Doug Barber l46 Stratton House Maple Shade NJ 08052 1-609/235-5318 New YorkQueens Contact Bob Bender I5161248-5118 New York NYC Contact Ed Whitten PO Box 176 Wall St Station New York NY 10005 phone 2l2/785-5327 info about pos sible flying Columbia Univer sity OkIahona Oklahoma City Sessions National Guard Armory Okla homa City Jan 22 Feb 19 1990 plus March date yet set Jim Belson 4933 NW 29th Oklahoma City OK 73l29 I405/946- l093 unavailable locally send Bru Line Industries Inc Box 3786 Center Line MI 48015 Washington Seattle Ed Lamb 159l SE 42nd PI Bellevue WA 98006 CL Aerobatics/Fancher Continued page 68 lington TX 76018 following whets appetite drop line Lets start out Skyray 35 de lightful competent-looking profile unflapped basic Stunt trainer designed Sigs own Mike Pratt Most will recognize Mike designer Sig Magnum suc cessful full-Stunt kit produced last decade Mike also current National Advanced Class Stunt Champion flyingwhat elsea Magnum 44 wingspan 400 sq area Skyray fits squarely niche ruled years venerable Sterling Ring master brief review aerodynamic fea tures including adequate area sound airfoil Kit includes rolled plans cut end sanded pans formed Kleen Sweep lending gear wheel axe steerable tail wheel bracket pusnrod set other basic 55 spanhardware 51 length 4 channel 14Y20 swept wing Symetrical Airfoil Engine 45- 602 cy 525-9074 CrenshawAeroRR 1 Box 121 ManIlla IN 46150 *7995 1*500 P ft HI check MO Visa Mc Other Kits Ave ii Write free cat modern approach moment arms ie long tail moment good stability smooth aerobatic inputs bears witness Skyrays su periority over Ringmaster pure Stunt trainer Reports respected pilots have flown original confirm expectations Powered suggested classic Fox 35 appears perfectly capable good AMA pattern Skyray includes several design innovations worthy note Lite Ply ribs spruce spars provide unusual strength bodes well long life occa sional unexpected landing sturdy properly placed single-wheel main gear should provide good ground handling hard surfaces sur vivability grass fields kit includes good wood especially light well suited Skyrays training mis sion parts either sawn shape die cut fairly complete hardware package features Sigs own very fine nylon bellerank control horns complete sheet decals included al lowing ship finished shown tractive cover picture utilizing base color paint job beneath decals themselves excellent kit well suited its pur pose concept execution would have rate full three stars out four Challenger unique review prototype has flown large number seasoned Stunt aces original last Februarys First Annual Nostalgia Meet flown competitors including George Aldrich Ed Southwick Bart Kiapinaki columnist others concluded excellent intermediate-level Stunter very capable carrying pilot first full pat terns up including Advanced competitions fully flapped profile 565 sq wing area intended 35 46 engines 15% wing area tail some what small relation both wing mod ern design practice good balance ever ship intended develop smooth flying part new Stunt pilot styling modern jet look forward canopy swept rudder wing built-up C-tube-style construc tion includes gear blocks wing-mounted main landing gear fuselage band-sawn shape utilizes good hard-ply doublers solid engine mounting surface fairly com plete hardware package includes bushed con nectors flaps elevators combina tion Sig nylon bellerank horns should make sound durable control sys tem wood good very good manufacturer proudly states wood 174 Model Aviation IULTIMATESPORT RC 255 East Aehlond/PO Boa 727/Sodo Springs Idahe 83276 Aast Reedy t Fly. ReqthesonIyafewJiureoasmmbly. fjjg necessary acceeprlaallhardware cOntvuimen precevered ISIbcHEAOKEE 48 whigujun Speclet 4I6ffAW 4ncwsvd -Ir#emtdrUbugdwhu -11au 60812 Omu Suya% Sport Aerobatic Now its 7th Big Yearf Th MID-SouThs GREAaXST HOBBY SHOW MEMPHIS AIRPORT HILTON 1-240 AIRWMs AT DRMOCRAT Mgpsprns TENNESSER Amlma Pilor$00 pet day Payable doe door MARCH 3RD & 4TH Market Mmvi00 am 600 pm Saturday 1000 am 400 pm Sunday Social Mmvi600 pm Saturday Banquets730 pm Saturday Auctlmu200pm Sunday 3omiiSpecial Room Rarm Ear Memphis Model Market owror lt Call 1-800-HiLTONS 001 332-1130MId-South Radio Control Association AorhVwatioa CalL 001 398-9795 &00 500 daily T PO Boa 16900 Memphia TN 38116 Radio Control Model Aircraft Manufacturers Product Displaya Model Building Workshop Static Scale Diaplay & Judging It/C Model Care/Races Proceeds benefit UPEBLOOD Bone Marrow Regiatry comes exclusively Lone Star Hobbies Texas renowned its excellent hand-selected balsa found two items debit side First plans moderately comprehensive no instruction manual included big deal since construction relatively con ventional new builder might have wished little effsrt area no suggestions concerning first flights instance fact no suggested CG noteda very important omission rule thumb would put CG about 1 Y aft leading edge Second packaging simply too small contents kit box sample damaged shipping result very good-flying model shouldnt overlooked Its because packaging minimal instructions comparison others Ive rated Challenger two-and-ahalf stars Oriental unique grouping re-creation 1957 design Texan Dee Rice As such qualifies new PAMPA Nostalgia Stunt event plans show both original Nostalgia-legal dimensions few minor modifications enlarged tail area longer tail moment produce mod ern planform sticklers did note original plans shovv inboard wing being inch longer outboard panel kit plans show equal-span wings Let con science guide full-fuselage 35-sized Stunter very conventional layout ribbed sheeted cap-stripped wing has span 55 area 550 sq ship has classic ap pearance constant-chord wing tapered flaps large rounded rudder clear plastic bubble canopy prebent fuselage-mounted landing gear par very complete hardware package Also inciluded metal Veco-style bellcrank nicely made steel control horns horns come unbent ends allow bush ings installed nice touch would have install bushes bend ends great big plus combination blueprinttype plans enhanced very comprehensive construction manual pieces sawn sanded shape no die cutting ribs accurately sanded shape notched leading edge spar unfortunately have lead-out holes cut Hint Use piece large brass tubing end sharp ened hole cutter job wood generally good some marginally heavy example large solid stab simply too heavy used As kits especially conscious excess weight behind CG manufacturers have obvi ously tried select best wood can up ensure particular sample doesnt exceed acceptable parameters Caveat emptor applies Finally packaging excellent ad equate room sturdy box parts fear crushing Oriental particularly good choice fliers wishing get double duty out winters building project does qualify Nostalgia events also recognized outstanding Stunter todays competitive environment Because versatility generally good quality kit itself rate nearly perfect three-and-one-half stars now Forerunner hesitate say saved best lastnone kits has thing apologize forthe Forerunner Custom Models Texas closest thing state-of-the-art RC-level no-holds-barred model airplane kit Ive seen Stunt world very up-to-date full-Stunt profile exhibits number innovative features cludes precision-cut foam wing double cored panel foam-core stabilizer eleva tors solid balsa unique interlocking plywood-and-balsa profile fuselage work art itself fuse made up -in balsa aft sec tion joined solid nine-ply front end about high point thickly airfoiled approxi mately 19% chord wing /16 ply doublers overlap fore-and-aft section splice complete soundly engineered fuselage package front end cut out openings both tank engine out board doubler unique feature profile THE *RED 01 #RED 02 #RED 03 #RED 04 #RED 05 #RED 14 #RED 16 *RED 23 inboard mounting engine tank pi oneered Texas own Frank Williams claimed cleaner smoother engine run re sults Custom Models clearly has advanced level manufacturing capability other specialty houses capability demonstrated Conrinued page 176 ULTIMATE 10 DASH 300 BIPLANE Fiberglass fuselage foam wings Quarter-scale 13 Ibs 62 Span ST 3000 Power Level 1 Flying Qualities MIL-F-8785C Sold reservatIon $75 netondohle deposit includes dub pockoge 1S15 seporotelyl Compnehensioe kit SOOd tiniched unpointed oircrott S1550 pounerplont rodie geor included Satisfaction guaranteed er money bock Phone en FAX 851753-1971 VISA MC check no COD Production limited to night hond-cmfted individuolly numbened oircrott pen month DAEDALUS RESEARCH INCORPORATED An omondcinning design lokonolony since 1983 creotine odvonced concepts n miitony end cicilioo Unmonned Anniol Vehiclos LIGHTING SYSTEMS ORIGINALS. Still Best Programmable Flashing Navigation Lights$2495 Adjustable Rate Strobe Light$1995 Landing Lights$3995 Adjustable Rate Mars Rotating Beacon$1995 Marine Navigation Lights nonflashing$1095 Big Airplane Navigation Lights$2495 Econo Landing Lights brightest$1995 Real Strobe Light true zenon strobe$2995 6 SEE YOUR DEALER 6 SEND STAMPED ENVELOPE FOR RAM INFO If unavailable locally send check money order full credit card infa tar cost item plus $200 $500 foreign immediate shipment Include full address UPS Sorry no COD Ram 4736 N Milwaukee Ave ago IL 60630 February 1990 175 Auction Flea Market DoorPrizes Banquet Model Video precision-cut parts especially beauti fully shaped matched plywood parts fuselage Also noteworthy beautifully cut foam cores Quality craftsmanship obvious throughout kit wood ranged good excellent Espe cially noteworthy sheeting wing light very flexible Agrain wood will match curves air foil nicely hardware package sight behold does include expected bellcrank Helicopters Sailpianes I2700 ples5000 3-view awimge ocean FOTO-PAItSbsdudhvg KOIW-FAN IPs CATALOG 5300 ThE WIREMASTERT1a bcsedcu/cotlcr extra large handle bends 1I8e1I45 coils 5/ 32-3/16k music wire Wire creep eliminated ANTI-KREEP WIRE LOCK free catalog also has hardware accessories JCM COMPANY 114 WashIngton Tart Dept Waukegan IL 60085 control horns Sig nylon also Du-Bro nylon hinges adjustable lead-out guide fiberglass ar row shaft pushrods nylon plugs threaded end pieces adjustable pushrod length lead-out wires preshaped tank hold-down wires adjustable tip weight box aerodynamic point view Fore runner also step ahead pack 127 sq tail full 23% wing area right middle current pack pro Stunters Combined fulladjustability available control system ship should trimmable level competition Al though would personally have preferred another two inches tail moment arm slightly longer nose balance personal nitpie king necessarily suggestion doso first sample Try out criticism lack fiberglass tape splice two halves wing together Al though tape wasnt included extensive construction manual accompanied blueline plans clearly spells out requirement build please dont omit important step Notwithstanding lack tape such overwhelmingly superior kit four-star rating barely does justice design mod ern sound attractive construction novative competent execution kit superlative Joe Bob says Check out combine four kits Magnum Sig Top Flites Gieseke No bler all-out top-20 performance planes capable taking anyone rank beginner National Champion Write manufacturers details pricing delivery Youll glad did way sure say thanks Last subject write column mixed emotions bit heavy heart will last column least foreseeable fu ture Ive just received word Ive elected President PAMPA national Stunt organization order serve position best ability Ive decided can no longer af ford time effort continue monthly ruminations well Ive written column since May 1984 has indeed pleasure Id like thank theliterallyhundreds have written over intervening five years Ive done very best reply either writing through column itself hope has entertaining informa tive has Starting next month pages will written San Antonios own top gun Frank MeMillan An outstanding flier Franks skill han dle exceeded comprehensive knowl edge technical aspects Stunt Youll wiser campers attending monthly fo rums find cant live Fanchers pearls wisdom Im afraid theres nothing join PAMPA get taste couple months presidents column editor Mike Kevilles great newsletter PAMPA Stunt News Ill say once fly Stunt dont belong PAMPA aint getting can out great event Join up writing Sec retary Tom Morris 1019 Creektrail Anniston AL 36206 CL Scale/Boss Continued page 69 Regardless whether mounting fullbeam radial type must consider strengthen ing formers involved formers balsa can reinforce /16 plywood replace entirely -in ply wood using balsa former pattern addi tion making plywood formers strength pur poses might also consider filling space between formers beam mount noted Fill-In Space sketch inboard side fuselage %-in balsa will strengthen bellerank area also protect fuselage damage during pulltesting control lines sketch shows bellerank platform mounted top beams can also mounted bottom Mounting platform top bottomwill depend whether make wing removable plan gain ac cess bellerank adjustment mainte nance later time Sketch example bellcrank platform installed wing have eliminated center rib usually found built-up wing construction replaced plywood usu ally / thick platform two /8-in plywood ribs also replace least first balsa rib either side wings center arrange ment generally provides platform about wide models fuselage sufficient bellerank installa tions After bellerank installed arrange ment assembly further strengthened addition top bottom wing spars scrap balsa fillers areas marked Space B C space marked C being space tween lower spar plywood platform suggested epoxy-type glue used Continued page 180 176 Model Aviation VEND MOUNTS ThE VIBRATION KILLER Fail toi OnOO tnee aces 4OiOtiOtt tO 25 tO 120 0gIfl5Sessoom Fits olOusilt eli 10511 engineit, ,eacet mounts Typical ,betioo eduCtion ct7O% Max MW Th5 kit consist nmcnte isolate toti points eboond ,m es tubing end instoctiOfle $1200 011000 ot monet org kit OAA PSOOIICTS PG SOS 305 SARASOTA FL SageS 8t33774252 FL teeident add 72$ SateS tax INFORMATION send SA8E Beep Beep I3 Send $1495 shipping CT RESIDENTS ADD 8% SALES TAX DEALER & CLUB INQUIRIES WELOOME GenSam P0 Box 3841 Dept B Danbury CT 06813-3841 $599 Prop Nut use Electric Starters Made 6061 Aluminum strong enough allow over tightening weighs under 1 oz 1 diameter 11/4 long 1/4 radius nose minimum AMA requirement 5/32 Iorq Hole 3/4 thread depth can use thinnest props 11 thread sizes fit engines market Send us order & well mail out fast MADE IN THE USA B C PRODUCTS 111 N Starkweather Pampa Texas 79065 806 665-6361 D103210/32 D05805-8mfn 1123212/32 106106-1mm 107107-1mm LI08108-1mm 181258-125mm 1101210-t25mm 114281/4-28 151625/16-24 38243/8-24 VISA MASTERCARD MONEY ORDERS ACCEPTED DEALER INQUIRES WELCOME FIBERGLASS PARTS Carry over 300 cowls 70 wheel pants made epoxy glass light weight brittle zero pinholes Send SASE $100 latest catalog ENYA 15 5520 SS45 19to80 120 FOX 19 45 60 120 HB ALL SIZES HP40 120 others IRVING ALL K&B 19 61 0510 15 20 21to50 60 120 108 ROSSI ALL 8SUPERTIGER 11to155-8mm 19 to 60 1/4-28 61 to 90 5/16-24 2000 6000 10-125mm SATIO30to60 6-1mm 65 to90 7-1mm 120 270 8-125mm WEBRA 28 61 1/4-28 80 to 90 &1 25mm MALONEY 100 3/8-24 HERE IS WHAT YOUVE BEEN WAITING FOR AM EHTRR LOUD FIELD COUNTDOWN TIMER last.. timer can hear busiest flying fields Displays hours & minutes has extra large buttons & LCD display 1 YEAR WARRANTY 5-8mm 1/4-28 7-1mm 8-1mm 1/4-28 5/16-24 1/4-28 6-1mm 5/16-24 1/4-28 1/4-28 1/4-28 5-8mm 12/32 6-1mm 1/4-28 5/16-24 3/8-24 125mm CL Scale/Boss Continued page 176 joints maximum strength Remember good solid bellcrank instatlation could mean worry-free flight time Gerry Deneau contributor ideas item says learned about having good bellcrank support through destruction early Curtis Hawk P-6E flown model placed third last years Nats Sport Scale event key keep strong Once again Gerry thanks continued support column Color charts Information relative accu racy colors apply models gen erally hard come recent issue Replica newsletter National Associa tion Scale Aeromodelers find note dicates 98-page color cross-reference guide available Tom C Butz 22446 Bywater Lake Forest CA 92630 guide said very impressive chart ing color cross-reference guide use plastic well Flying Scale modelers guide does include paint chips does list Federal Standard paint color numbers charted country popular paint companies ie Humbrol Pactra Testors Floquil Tamiya Compucolor etc Color information included just about country hasor hadan air force various time periods air forces history copy color chart send $10 Tom Butz address shown above Electronic controls During past few months have corresponded Ronald Macknet CL Scale modeler Yulee FL Some dis cussion has about converting RC units transmitters receivers can used controlling servo systems CL models have covered subject past col umns thought appropriate mention result discussions Ronald has Fu taba Conquest radio converted CL use modification Ronalds radio system done Calvin Wollitz Jacksonville FL has Ace R/C Authorized Service Center modifications call removal radios RF radio frequencyEd section provision output point connection encoder signal would transmitted model via flying lines After modification transmitter no longer capable emitting ra dio signals receiver also modified RF IF sections bypassed/removed input point added decoder ac ceptance signal flying lines discussing Calvin indicated 180 Model Aviation CULPEPPEE 4Z MODELS INC 2526 Washmgtoa DubuqueIA 52001 319/583-4830 415 342 5581 GOLDEN GATE HOBBIES PO BOX 282005 SAN FRANCISCO CA 94128 M/C OR COD CATALOG $ 200 OR FREE WITh ORDERS HATORI BLUEPRINT SHOWS ALL EXHAUST ITEMS FULL SIZE 2FT X 4FT $ 5 HA TORT RA DICICON IM-MSK WE NEED DEALERS T & 0 FIBERGLASS SPECIAL 38624 Mt Kisco Sterling Hgts Ml 48310 Call Us 313 978-2512 *New Owners * Steve & Kim Durecki would willing assist anyone wished convert radio CL use would willing help phone wish attempt conversion will make conversion nominal charge youre interested service contact Calvin Wollitz mail 8996 Barco Ln Jacksonville FL 32222 tele phone 1-904/771-0613 CL Speed/Hempel Continued page 70 tal outlay approximately $200000 no stretch imagination garage-shop opera tion foregoing proves want go fast need good machining capability Without mercy others work working project discovered so-called engine builders few really know design good two-cycle engine plan future author book development operation two-cycle en gines diagram mailed modeler share Use ram air induction John Hunton Annan dale VA gs1v~e FLOA/ AIZYALV1 TM P4cn3 TMmtz ia-r I1 .-I 4. E A_____ XX\\XN l 5lrMIeeCTNevegAhswta&-- . 44rT- Fog lNVC77LV few items own scrapbook Piston ring fits hidden danger ever piston rings standard shape will cause excessive heat obtain tension rings should filed shape shown drawing Excessive un tension rings thus eliminated well undue friction edges rings should broken scraper Excessive pres sure rings cylinder bore produces friction friction equals heat occurs already have abundance heat Il~ 5/an dcvrd Ps/on RI79 II N41 h inued page 182 Youll notice power bargain fuels * Special Detergents Promote clean burning prevent residue buildup * Rust Inhibitors Protect engines corrosion After run oil needed engines * Film Strength Additives Increase lubricity provide extra lean run protection * Anti-Wear Additives Help keep engines running peak performance longer * Satisfaction Guaranteed FREE SHIPPING ON ORDERS OVER $1500 SIG CHAMPION 2-STROKE FUEL PINT QUART GALLON 0%Nitromthin$1075 5%Nitrom*thane$365$525$1275 10% Nitrort*n $415$55O$1475 15% Nitrornethane $430$65$1675 25% Nitrori*flwn $$ 15$7S$2195 35% Nitromethane $5 95 $925 $2695 SIG PREMIUM 4-STROKE FUEL 10% Nitromethane$1425 15% Nitromethane$1625 THE CHOICE OF CHAMPION FLYERS over 20 years SIG has blending finest quality model engine fuel available using finest quality ingredients instance Methanol use 995% pure very best grade money can buy also use real 100% pure Nitromethane get full measure youve paid based honest percentage-of-volume method percentage weight SIG fuels con tain 50-50 blend Bakers purest AA Castor Oil new improved Klotz Techniplate Synthetic Racing Oil maximum engine lubrication protection Based experience sincerely believe finest quality fuel can made price dont take word try some judge yourself ge mithoot notce See dealer first available order direct Call IJ 800-247-5008 toll free orders Latest Catalog $300 SIG MANUFACTURING CO Montezuma IA 50171 February 1990 181 SMART LIGHT RC BATTERY VOLTAGE MONITOR FLY SAFE WITH SMART LIGHT TINY TESTERS Smen Light Mount plane end plugs-In between Receiver end Swhch evallehl panel mount toggle swItch PrecIsIon IC voltege detector circuitS5AR UWfl El-color LED Glowsu sultan 1590cc GREEN FlIght peck turned ON end Buttery Voltege greeter 48 VOC RED Bettery lees 48 VDC SpecIfy IlIght penklnoneector encouron FUTABA J G Butte 485 Deane 3 pIn FUTABAHobby Shack 3 pln$1505 No cennacters use yours 5 Sonert LIght wIth Swltch.ADD $508 Smerl LIght RC Bettery TesterICycler $3588 checks flight heltery elanelated flIght loads Tester Adjuetekle Voltage Regulator $2455~g4nvooIuuu 7 28 Vdc Input 45 55 Vdc 15 Amp output Tlny Tester Csllhratlon Vettegs $1555 volt kettary Input 5 uco Vdc output Send Check Money Order Add $3 Postage Handling PA Residents add 6% Sales Tax ZZ ENTERPRISES INC 631 MANCHESTER ROAD NORRISTOWN PA 19403 TELE 215539-7476
Edition: Model Aviation - 1990/02
Page Numbers: 68, 174, 175, 176, 180, 181
NO SURPRISE Anyone has tried Control Line Stunt flier during past 10 15 years will know traditional modeling suppliers no longer consider us viable market bright shining exception peo ple Sigand lesser still appreciated ex tent Sterling Carl Goldberg Top Flite industry folk feel arent enough us spending enough bucks justify continued devel opment products segment hobby Yes building CL Stunt ships has become specialized pursuit due limited resources available wish pursue hobby handful small spe cialty suppliers Stunt might well have gone way dinosaurs owe great debt thanks enterprising individuals make possible us obtain kits engines hardware necessary continue enjoy Stunt flying Among cottage industry entrepreneurs group individuals actually pro ducing kits Stunt models kitting Stunter significant undertaking outfit big Sig almost overwhelming endeavor small independent manufacturers resources necessary terms time money tools packaging forth substan tial Plus final analysis have find way market products because nobody can buy em dont know theyre available Maybe can help out area Over last few months several sup pliers have sent samples wares soon recognized could provide valuable ser viceboth manufacturer read ersby examining kits reporting through column month Id like give brief review four kits now available Skyray 35 offered Sig Mfg Co 401-7 South Front St Montezuma IA 50171 Challenger Galaxie Model Company Box 4842 Co vina CA 91723 Oriental manufactured Control Line Classics 24981 Nogal St Moreno Valley CA 92388 Forerunner Cus tom Models Dept l00 5515 Bridgeton Dr ArContinued page 174 Mike Keville LMesa AZ edits PAMPAs Stunt News newsletter Fancher thinks Mike spent much time flying does editing hed probably National Stunt Champ Mike says Old-Time Stunt Ringmaster powered vintage sandcast Fox 35 trailing edge technology Plane right Oriental kit Control Line Classics Two versions available full-bodied shown profile CLO offers eight different CL kits plus accessories large SASE gets info address column Oriental has classic styling 68 Model Aviation Control Lne Aerobatics Ted Fancher 158 Flying Cloud Isle Foster City CA 94404 Everything see photo has 52 associated some way Modeler Ken Wil son Evansville IN 52 years old Columbia RX-5 bicycle 1952 model silkcovered Ringmaster Fox 35 also 1952 vintage Everythingwith exception still operates good did 1952 Care guess what Photo Ken Wilson few Stunt kits available Sigs Skyray 35 good basic Stunter says Fancher CAT NO 106 Proof Switch Retail $995 Add $125 shipping Send $150 catalog Michigan residents add 4% sales tax IMPROVE YOUR 1991 SWITCH OVER f Switch Positive Locking Prevents Arriving field dead batteries Accidental switching off before take-off Will vibrate apart causing loss radio Does require special mounts Works radios Ideal seaplanes completely water proof SEE YOUR LOCAL HOBBY DEALER ej MN 55447 1-612/473-5971 New JerseyGlassboro Doug Barber l46 Stratton House Maple Shade NJ 08052 1-609/235-5318 New YorkQueens Contact Bob Bender I5161248-5118 New York NYC Contact Ed Whitten PO Box 176 Wall St Station New York NY 10005 phone 2l2/785-5327 info about pos sible flying Columbia Univer sity OkIahona Oklahoma City Sessions National Guard Armory Okla homa City Jan 22 Feb 19 1990 plus March date yet set Jim Belson 4933 NW 29th Oklahoma City OK 73l29 I405/946- l093 unavailable locally send Bru Line Industries Inc Box 3786 Center Line MI 48015 Washington Seattle Ed Lamb 159l SE 42nd PI Bellevue WA 98006 CL Aerobatics/Fancher Continued page 68 lington TX 76018 following whets appetite drop line Lets start out Skyray 35 de lightful competent-looking profile unflapped basic Stunt trainer designed Sigs own Mike Pratt Most will recognize Mike designer Sig Magnum suc cessful full-Stunt kit produced last decade Mike also current National Advanced Class Stunt Champion flyingwhat elsea Magnum 44 wingspan 400 sq area Skyray fits squarely niche ruled years venerable Sterling Ring master brief review aerodynamic fea tures including adequate area sound airfoil Kit includes rolled plans cut end sanded pans formed Kleen Sweep lending gear wheel axe steerable tail wheel bracket pusnrod set other basic 55 spanhardware 51 length 4 channel 14Y20 swept wing Symetrical Airfoil Engine 45- 602 cy 525-9074 CrenshawAeroRR 1 Box 121 ManIlla IN 46150 *7995 1*500 P ft HI check MO Visa Mc Other Kits Ave ii Write free cat modern approach moment arms ie long tail moment good stability smooth aerobatic inputs bears witness Skyrays su periority over Ringmaster pure Stunt trainer Reports respected pilots have flown original confirm expectations Powered suggested classic Fox 35 appears perfectly capable good AMA pattern Skyray includes several design innovations worthy note Lite Ply ribs spruce spars provide unusual strength bodes well long life occa sional unexpected landing sturdy properly placed single-wheel main gear should provide good ground handling hard surfaces sur vivability grass fields kit includes good wood especially light well suited Skyrays training mis sion parts either sawn shape die cut fairly complete hardware package features Sigs own very fine nylon bellerank control horns complete sheet decals included al lowing ship finished shown tractive cover picture utilizing base color paint job beneath decals themselves excellent kit well suited its pur pose concept execution would have rate full three stars out four Challenger unique review prototype has flown large number seasoned Stunt aces original last Februarys First Annual Nostalgia Meet flown competitors including George Aldrich Ed Southwick Bart Kiapinaki columnist others concluded excellent intermediate-level Stunter very capable carrying pilot first full pat terns up including Advanced competitions fully flapped profile 565 sq wing area intended 35 46 engines 15% wing area tail some what small relation both wing mod ern design practice good balance ever ship intended develop smooth flying part new Stunt pilot styling modern jet look forward canopy swept rudder wing built-up C-tube-style construc tion includes gear blocks wing-mounted main landing gear fuselage band-sawn shape utilizes good hard-ply doublers solid engine mounting surface fairly com plete hardware package includes bushed con nectors flaps elevators combina tion Sig nylon bellerank horns should make sound durable control sys tem wood good very good manufacturer proudly states wood 174 Model Aviation IULTIMATESPORT RC 255 East Aehlond/PO Boa 727/Sodo Springs Idahe 83276 Aast Reedy t Fly. ReqthesonIyafewJiureoasmmbly. fjjg necessary acceeprlaallhardware cOntvuimen precevered ISIbcHEAOKEE 48 whigujun Speclet 4I6ffAW 4ncwsvd -Ir#emtdrUbugdwhu -11au 60812 Omu Suya% Sport Aerobatic Now its 7th Big Yearf Th MID-SouThs GREAaXST HOBBY SHOW MEMPHIS AIRPORT HILTON 1-240 AIRWMs AT DRMOCRAT Mgpsprns TENNESSER Amlma Pilor$00 pet day Payable doe door MARCH 3RD & 4TH Market Mmvi00 am 600 pm Saturday 1000 am 400 pm Sunday Social Mmvi600 pm Saturday Banquets730 pm Saturday Auctlmu200pm Sunday 3omiiSpecial Room Rarm Ear Memphis Model Market owror lt Call 1-800-HiLTONS 001 332-1130MId-South Radio Control Association AorhVwatioa CalL 001 398-9795 &00 500 daily T PO Boa 16900 Memphia TN 38116 Radio Control Model Aircraft Manufacturers Product Displaya Model Building Workshop Static Scale Diaplay & Judging It/C Model Care/Races Proceeds benefit UPEBLOOD Bone Marrow Regiatry comes exclusively Lone Star Hobbies Texas renowned its excellent hand-selected balsa found two items debit side First plans moderately comprehensive no instruction manual included big deal since construction relatively con ventional new builder might have wished little effsrt area no suggestions concerning first flights instance fact no suggested CG noteda very important omission rule thumb would put CG about 1 Y aft leading edge Second packaging simply too small contents kit box sample damaged shipping result very good-flying model shouldnt overlooked Its because packaging minimal instructions comparison others Ive rated Challenger two-and-ahalf stars Oriental unique grouping re-creation 1957 design Texan Dee Rice As such qualifies new PAMPA Nostalgia Stunt event plans show both original Nostalgia-legal dimensions few minor modifications enlarged tail area longer tail moment produce mod ern planform sticklers did note original plans shovv inboard wing being inch longer outboard panel kit plans show equal-span wings Let con science guide full-fuselage 35-sized Stunter very conventional layout ribbed sheeted cap-stripped wing has span 55 area 550 sq ship has classic ap pearance constant-chord wing tapered flaps large rounded rudder clear plastic bubble canopy prebent fuselage-mounted landing gear par very complete hardware package Also inciluded metal Veco-style bellcrank nicely made steel control horns horns come unbent ends allow bush ings installed nice touch would have install bushes bend ends great big plus combination blueprinttype plans enhanced very comprehensive construction manual pieces sawn sanded shape no die cutting ribs accurately sanded shape notched leading edge spar unfortunately have lead-out holes cut Hint Use piece large brass tubing end sharp ened hole cutter job wood generally good some marginally heavy example large solid stab simply too heavy used As kits especially conscious excess weight behind CG manufacturers have obvi ously tried select best wood can up ensure particular sample doesnt exceed acceptable parameters Caveat emptor applies Finally packaging excellent ad equate room sturdy box parts fear crushing Oriental particularly good choice fliers wishing get double duty out winters building project does qualify Nostalgia events also recognized outstanding Stunter todays competitive environment Because versatility generally good quality kit itself rate nearly perfect three-and-one-half stars now Forerunner hesitate say saved best lastnone kits has thing apologize forthe Forerunner Custom Models Texas closest thing state-of-the-art RC-level no-holds-barred model airplane kit Ive seen Stunt world very up-to-date full-Stunt profile exhibits number innovative features cludes precision-cut foam wing double cored panel foam-core stabilizer eleva tors solid balsa unique interlocking plywood-and-balsa profile fuselage work art itself fuse made up -in balsa aft sec tion joined solid nine-ply front end about high point thickly airfoiled approxi mately 19% chord wing /16 ply doublers overlap fore-and-aft section splice complete soundly engineered fuselage package front end cut out openings both tank engine out board doubler unique feature profile THE *RED 01 #RED 02 #RED 03 #RED 04 #RED 05 #RED 14 #RED 16 *RED 23 inboard mounting engine tank pi oneered Texas own Frank Williams claimed cleaner smoother engine run re sults Custom Models clearly has advanced level manufacturing capability other specialty houses capability demonstrated Conrinued page 176 ULTIMATE 10 DASH 300 BIPLANE Fiberglass fuselage foam wings Quarter-scale 13 Ibs 62 Span ST 3000 Power Level 1 Flying Qualities MIL-F-8785C Sold reservatIon $75 netondohle deposit includes dub pockoge 1S15 seporotelyl Compnehensioe kit SOOd tiniched unpointed oircrott S1550 pounerplont rodie geor included Satisfaction guaranteed er money bock Phone en FAX 851753-1971 VISA MC check no COD Production limited to night hond-cmfted individuolly numbened oircrott pen month DAEDALUS RESEARCH INCORPORATED An omondcinning design lokonolony since 1983 creotine odvonced concepts n 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Still Best Programmable Flashing Navigation Lights$2495 Adjustable Rate Strobe Light$1995 Landing Lights$3995 Adjustable Rate Mars Rotating Beacon$1995 Marine Navigation Lights nonflashing$1095 Big Airplane Navigation Lights$2495 Econo Landing Lights brightest$1995 Real Strobe Light true zenon strobe$2995 6 SEE YOUR DEALER 6 SEND STAMPED ENVELOPE FOR RAM INFO If unavailable locally send check money order full credit card infa tar cost item plus $200 $500 foreign immediate shipment Include full address UPS Sorry no COD Ram 4736 N Milwaukee Ave ago IL 60630 February 1990 175 Auction Flea Market DoorPrizes Banquet Model Video precision-cut parts especially beauti fully shaped matched plywood parts fuselage Also noteworthy beautifully cut foam cores Quality craftsmanship obvious throughout kit wood ranged good excellent Espe cially noteworthy sheeting wing light very flexible Agrain wood will match curves air foil nicely hardware package sight behold does include expected bellcrank Helicopters Sailpianes I2700 ples5000 3-view awimge ocean FOTO-PAItSbsdudhvg KOIW-FAN IPs CATALOG 5300 ThE WIREMASTERT1a bcsedcu/cotlcr extra large handle bends 1I8e1I45 coils 5/ 32-3/16k music wire Wire creep eliminated ANTI-KREEP WIRE LOCK free catalog also has hardware accessories JCM COMPANY 114 WashIngton Tart Dept Waukegan IL 60085 control horns Sig nylon also Du-Bro nylon hinges adjustable lead-out guide fiberglass ar row shaft pushrods nylon plugs threaded end pieces adjustable pushrod length lead-out wires preshaped tank hold-down wires adjustable tip weight box aerodynamic point view Fore runner also step ahead pack 127 sq tail full 23% wing area right middle current pack pro Stunters Combined fulladjustability available control system ship should trimmable level competition Al though would personally have preferred another two inches tail moment arm slightly longer nose balance personal nitpie king necessarily suggestion doso first sample Try out criticism lack fiberglass tape splice two halves wing together Al though tape wasnt included extensive construction manual accompanied blueline plans clearly spells out requirement build please dont omit important step Notwithstanding lack tape such overwhelmingly superior kit four-star rating barely does justice design mod ern sound attractive construction novative competent execution kit superlative Joe Bob says Check out combine four kits Magnum Sig Top Flites Gieseke No bler all-out top-20 performance planes capable taking anyone rank beginner National Champion Write manufacturers details pricing delivery Youll glad did way sure say thanks Last subject write column mixed emotions bit heavy heart will last column least foreseeable fu ture Ive just received word Ive elected President PAMPA national Stunt organization order serve position best ability Ive decided can no longer af ford time effort continue monthly ruminations well Ive written column since May 1984 has indeed pleasure Id like thank theliterallyhundreds have written over intervening five years Ive done very best reply either writing through column itself hope has entertaining informa tive has Starting next month pages will written San Antonios own top gun Frank MeMillan An outstanding flier Franks skill han dle exceeded comprehensive knowl edge technical aspects Stunt Youll wiser campers attending monthly fo rums find cant live Fanchers pearls wisdom Im afraid theres nothing join PAMPA get taste couple months presidents column editor Mike Kevilles great newsletter PAMPA Stunt News Ill say once fly Stunt dont belong PAMPA aint getting can out great event Join up writing Sec retary Tom Morris 1019 Creektrail Anniston AL 36206 CL Scale/Boss Continued page 69 Regardless whether mounting fullbeam radial type must consider strengthen ing formers involved formers balsa can reinforce /16 plywood replace entirely -in ply wood using balsa former pattern addi tion making plywood formers strength pur poses might also consider filling space between formers beam mount noted Fill-In Space sketch inboard side fuselage %-in balsa will strengthen bellerank area also protect fuselage damage during pulltesting control lines sketch shows bellerank platform mounted top beams can also mounted bottom Mounting platform top bottomwill depend whether make wing removable plan gain ac cess bellerank adjustment mainte nance later time Sketch example bellcrank platform installed wing have eliminated center rib usually found built-up wing construction replaced plywood usu ally / thick platform two /8-in plywood ribs also replace least first balsa rib either side wings center arrange ment generally provides platform about wide models fuselage sufficient bellerank installa tions After bellerank installed arrange ment assembly further strengthened addition top bottom wing spars scrap balsa fillers areas marked Space B C space marked C being space tween lower spar plywood platform suggested epoxy-type glue used Continued page 180 176 Model Aviation VEND MOUNTS ThE VIBRATION KILLER Fail toi OnOO tnee aces 4OiOtiOtt tO 25 tO 120 0gIfl5Sessoom Fits olOusilt eli 10511 engineit, ,eacet mounts Typical ,betioo eduCtion ct7O% Max MW Th5 kit consist nmcnte isolate toti points eboond ,m es tubing end instoctiOfle $1200 011000 ot monet org kit OAA PSOOIICTS PG SOS 305 SARASOTA FL SageS 8t33774252 FL teeident add 72$ SateS tax INFORMATION send SA8E Beep Beep I3 Send $1495 shipping CT RESIDENTS ADD 8% SALES TAX DEALER & CLUB INQUIRIES WELOOME GenSam P0 Box 3841 Dept B Danbury CT 06813-3841 $599 Prop Nut use Electric Starters Made 6061 Aluminum strong enough allow over tightening weighs under 1 oz 1 diameter 11/4 long 1/4 radius nose minimum AMA requirement 5/32 Iorq Hole 3/4 thread depth can use thinnest props 11 thread sizes fit engines market Send us order & well mail out fast MADE IN THE USA B C PRODUCTS 111 N Starkweather Pampa Texas 79065 806 665-6361 D103210/32 D05805-8mfn 1123212/32 106106-1mm 107107-1mm LI08108-1mm 181258-125mm 1101210-t25mm 114281/4-28 151625/16-24 38243/8-24 VISA MASTERCARD MONEY ORDERS ACCEPTED DEALER INQUIRES WELCOME FIBERGLASS PARTS Carry over 300 cowls 70 wheel pants made epoxy glass light weight brittle zero pinholes Send SASE $100 latest catalog ENYA 15 5520 SS45 19to80 120 FOX 19 45 60 120 HB ALL SIZES HP40 120 others IRVING ALL K&B 19 61 0510 15 20 21to50 60 120 108 ROSSI ALL 8SUPERTIGER 11to155-8mm 19 to 60 1/4-28 61 to 90 5/16-24 2000 6000 10-125mm SATIO30to60 6-1mm 65 to90 7-1mm 120 270 8-125mm WEBRA 28 61 1/4-28 80 to 90 &1 25mm MALONEY 100 3/8-24 HERE IS WHAT YOUVE BEEN WAITING FOR AM EHTRR LOUD FIELD COUNTDOWN TIMER last.. timer can hear busiest flying fields Displays hours & minutes has extra large buttons & LCD display 1 YEAR WARRANTY 5-8mm 1/4-28 7-1mm 8-1mm 1/4-28 5/16-24 1/4-28 6-1mm 5/16-24 1/4-28 1/4-28 1/4-28 5-8mm 12/32 6-1mm 1/4-28 5/16-24 3/8-24 125mm CL Scale/Boss Continued page 176 joints maximum strength Remember good solid bellcrank instatlation could mean worry-free flight time Gerry Deneau contributor ideas item says learned about having good bellcrank support through destruction early Curtis Hawk P-6E flown model placed third last years Nats Sport Scale event key keep strong Once again Gerry thanks continued support column Color charts Information relative accu racy colors apply models gen erally hard come recent issue Replica newsletter National Associa tion Scale Aeromodelers find note dicates 98-page color cross-reference guide available Tom C Butz 22446 Bywater Lake Forest CA 92630 guide said very impressive chart ing color cross-reference guide use plastic well Flying Scale modelers guide does include paint chips does list Federal Standard paint color numbers charted country popular paint companies ie Humbrol Pactra Testors Floquil Tamiya Compucolor etc Color information included just about country hasor hadan air force various time periods air forces history copy color chart send $10 Tom Butz address shown above Electronic controls During past few months have corresponded Ronald Macknet CL Scale modeler Yulee FL Some dis cussion has about converting RC units transmitters receivers can used controlling servo systems CL models have covered subject past col umns thought appropriate mention result discussions Ronald has Fu taba Conquest radio converted CL use modification Ronalds radio system done Calvin Wollitz Jacksonville FL has Ace R/C Authorized Service Center modifications call removal radios RF radio frequencyEd section provision output point connection encoder signal would transmitted model via flying lines After modification transmitter no longer capable emitting ra dio signals receiver also modified RF IF sections bypassed/removed input point added decoder ac ceptance signal flying lines discussing Calvin indicated 180 Model Aviation CULPEPPEE 4Z MODELS INC 2526 Washmgtoa DubuqueIA 52001 319/583-4830 415 342 5581 GOLDEN GATE HOBBIES PO BOX 282005 SAN FRANCISCO CA 94128 M/C OR COD CATALOG 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