CONTROL LINE SCALE IN LAST MONTHS COLUMN addressed lack participation youth true beginners CL Scale some possible reasons same reason explored complexity rules thought high possible Junior participants beginners understand what takes get started CL Scale perhaps give beginner confidence try Scale modeling will devote portion next few columns subject Most what Ill presenting will based series articles found Ed Hagerlins Scale Views column Hangar Talk newsletter Cholla Choppers MAC Some general comments Anyone wishing get started Scale modeling should kind himself few simple things before considering what model build Following some recommended steps will give shortcuts long run give better view Scale modeling number thing doand perhaps important part Scale modelingis obtain read AMA Competition Regulations section about Scale sure read Scale General Unified Scale Judging Regulations sections rules well pertalning individual CL events No matter class Scale event decide fly read rules first will learn what expected model events Profile Sport Precision Understanding rules must because ways events relate another Example will find Profile Scale rules specifically detailed except Model Requirements refer Sport Scale event operation static judging flight judging Sport event highly detailed refers Precision FAI CL events allowable maneuvers operational features beyond listed Sport rules Jumping back forth rules can cause some basic things overlooked Are flying lines right size weight size model have too little too much documentation What model weight requirements Have filled out 46 Declaration Parts Built Which CL Scale events exempt 46 Rule need pilot cockpit What maneuvers can should flight program questions posed above may seem simple answers obvious have flown CL Scale some time can pose problems Scale beginner mind will try explore areas newcomer might need help guidance will cover little about rules model selection documentation static flight judging scoring Workshop Hints recent issue Orbiting Eagles newsletter George Lieb Bob Furr presented ideas seem go hand hand George wrote about making own model fuel tank filler Bob wrote about fuel problems George said handy inexpensive fuel tank filler can made almost suitable plastic container notes quartsize plastic oil bottles like yellow Pennzoil container work well hold enough fuel afternoons flying Containers Dexron automatic transmission fluid Quaker State Motor Oil also suitable have clear strip down side graduated/marked ounces providing convenient way see measure amount fuel container being transferred model accompanying sketch shows fuel filler bottle put together hole cut top container installation replacement klunk tank stopper fuel filler easily filled through large cap opening filter inside container will keep fuel clean times transfer fuel filler bottle model attach filler tubing models tank inlet tube put finger over air vent squeeze bottle use cap air vent model filler tube prevent spillage Bob Fun related problem recently models engine quit during maneuvers oddest times changed tank configurations didnt help tried some 15% nitro fuel rather 5% fuel using problem disappeared ran out 15% fuel tried adding nitro 5% problem came back ran engine rich February 1995 125 Cockpit Grant Heistands Electric Spacewalker great example Precision Scale cockpit should look Placement retract actuation belicrank shown keeps actuation pushrod wheel occupying same space P-51 Mustang Morrie Gilbert its origin Royal Midi Kit Retractable landing gear throttle control side fuel ran very hot change new fuel cleared problem fuel question around some time appears have picked up water lesson beware old fuel engine problems appear try new fuel before changing tanks blaming engine Contest ActivityFred Cronenwett reported Prop Spinners Eugene Oregon ran excellent Northwest Regional control line contest late May 1994 list 30 control line events offered included Precision Profile Scale Friday-to-Sunday contest includes group dinner Saturday night guest speaker time look over old photos albums reminisce great awards ceremony conclusion competition photos months column provided Cronenwett taken NW Regional meet Take special note photo Grant Hiestand s Spacewalker cockpit good example what Precision Scale models cockpit should look like Note simulated tubing frame neat clean placement instrumentation fine rivet screw detail about cockpit windscreen cowling Both Spacewalker P-5 1 controlled electronic systems throttle P-5 1 made Royal Midi-Kit also has its retractable landing gear operated electronic system Note use well-placed bellcrank actuation retracts Its size placement provide proper torque raising gear also out way retracting gear strut wheel 1994 Directory CL Scale Items Model Aviation January Comments 1994 CL Scale rules changes Question finishing material compatibility Workshop Hint Make ribs lighter Lithuanian Air Force models February George Gaydos remembered Panoramic Documentation photos Auto-retract Controller Contest Report NW Regionals March Scale Data Sources Wanted Book Review Historic Aircraft Steve Donald Workshop Hint Installing nylon hinges Best Scale Bob Holman Contest Report Knights Joust Whittier Narrows CA April Quick Decal Mustang Modeler Enthusiast newsletter Contest Activity Circle Masters Milwaukee WI May Engine cooling problems Book Review Ironworks Terry Treadwell New club Tampa Line flyers 1993 Nationals photos June No Column July Aluminum Detailing Foil Workshop Hint Titebond glue finishing material Craft Store Odds Ends August Ron Sears remembered WRAM Show 94 September Dry-Set Model Markings Building Tip Improve engine mounting October Improving plastic kit parts 1992 Nationals video Improve Profile model appearance November P-51C model de Havilland Otter dual flap operation NASA Projects December Championships coverage Please send ideas notice upcoming CL Scale events contest reports especially photos CL Scale activity address very top column * 126 Model Aviation ER TUBE TANK STOPPERTUBING 1-QT PLASTIC OIL CONTAINER Wanted How-Tos Model Aviation soliciting how-to-do-it articles its readers contributors have special modeling skill unique way solve particular problem Can explain what makes method work Can handle camera know someone can Consider writing how-to article Chances good others can benefit tips techniques Send cover letter about topic attention Publications Manager Please indicate approximate length required cover subject capabilities photography and/or artwork required what form manuscript would take hard copy computer disk fax/modem etc Payment based timeliness subject length article amount work required prepare publication
Edition: Model Aviation - 1995/02
Page Numbers: 125, 126
CONTROL LINE SCALE IN LAST MONTHS COLUMN addressed lack participation youth true beginners CL Scale some possible reasons same reason explored complexity rules thought high possible Junior participants beginners understand what takes get started CL Scale perhaps give beginner confidence try Scale modeling will devote portion next few columns subject Most what Ill presenting will based series articles found Ed Hagerlins Scale Views column Hangar Talk newsletter Cholla Choppers MAC Some general comments Anyone wishing get started Scale modeling should kind himself few simple things before considering what model build Following some recommended steps will give shortcuts long run give better view Scale modeling number thing doand perhaps important part Scale modelingis obtain read AMA Competition Regulations section about Scale sure read Scale General Unified Scale Judging Regulations sections rules well pertalning individual CL events No matter class Scale event decide fly read rules first will learn what expected model events Profile Sport Precision Understanding rules must because ways events relate another Example will find Profile Scale rules specifically detailed except Model Requirements refer Sport Scale event operation static judging flight judging Sport event highly detailed refers Precision FAI CL events allowable maneuvers operational features beyond listed Sport rules Jumping back forth rules can cause some basic things overlooked Are flying lines right size weight size model have too little too much documentation What model weight requirements Have filled out 46 Declaration Parts Built Which CL Scale events exempt 46 Rule need pilot cockpit What maneuvers can should flight program questions posed above may seem simple answers obvious have flown CL Scale some time can pose problems Scale beginner mind will try explore areas newcomer might need help guidance will cover little about rules model selection documentation static flight judging scoring Workshop Hints recent issue Orbiting Eagles newsletter George Lieb Bob Furr presented ideas seem go hand hand George wrote about making own model fuel tank filler Bob wrote about fuel problems George said handy inexpensive fuel tank filler can made almost suitable plastic container notes quartsize plastic oil bottles like yellow Pennzoil container work well hold enough fuel afternoons flying Containers Dexron automatic transmission fluid Quaker State Motor Oil also suitable have clear strip down side graduated/marked ounces providing convenient way see measure amount fuel container being transferred model accompanying sketch shows fuel filler bottle put together hole cut top container installation replacement klunk tank stopper fuel filler easily filled through large cap opening filter inside container will keep fuel clean times transfer fuel filler bottle model attach filler tubing models tank inlet tube put finger over air vent squeeze bottle use cap air vent model filler tube prevent spillage Bob Fun related problem recently models engine quit during maneuvers oddest times changed tank configurations didnt help tried some 15% nitro fuel rather 5% fuel using problem disappeared ran out 15% fuel tried adding nitro 5% problem came back ran engine rich February 1995 125 Cockpit Grant Heistands Electric Spacewalker great example Precision Scale cockpit should look Placement retract actuation belicrank shown keeps actuation pushrod wheel occupying same space P-51 Mustang Morrie Gilbert its origin Royal Midi Kit Retractable landing gear throttle control side fuel ran very hot change new fuel cleared problem fuel question around some time appears have picked up water lesson beware old fuel engine problems appear try new fuel before changing tanks blaming engine Contest ActivityFred Cronenwett reported Prop Spinners Eugene Oregon ran excellent Northwest Regional control line contest late May 1994 list 30 control line events offered included Precision Profile Scale Friday-to-Sunday contest includes group dinner Saturday night guest speaker time look over old photos albums reminisce great awards ceremony conclusion competition photos months column provided Cronenwett taken NW Regional meet Take special note photo Grant Hiestand s Spacewalker cockpit good example what Precision Scale models cockpit should look like Note simulated tubing frame neat clean placement instrumentation fine rivet screw detail about cockpit windscreen cowling Both Spacewalker P-5 1 controlled electronic systems throttle P-5 1 made Royal Midi-Kit also has its retractable landing gear operated electronic system Note use well-placed bellcrank actuation retracts Its size placement provide proper torque raising gear also out way retracting gear strut wheel 1994 Directory CL Scale Items Model Aviation January Comments 1994 CL Scale rules changes Question finishing material compatibility Workshop Hint Make ribs lighter Lithuanian Air Force models February George Gaydos remembered Panoramic Documentation photos Auto-retract Controller Contest Report NW Regionals March Scale Data Sources Wanted Book Review Historic Aircraft Steve Donald Workshop Hint Installing nylon hinges Best Scale Bob Holman Contest Report Knights Joust Whittier Narrows CA April Quick Decal Mustang Modeler Enthusiast newsletter Contest Activity Circle Masters Milwaukee WI May Engine cooling problems Book Review Ironworks Terry Treadwell New club Tampa Line flyers 1993 Nationals photos June No Column July Aluminum Detailing Foil Workshop Hint Titebond glue finishing material Craft Store Odds Ends August Ron Sears remembered WRAM Show 94 September Dry-Set Model Markings Building Tip Improve engine mounting October Improving plastic kit parts 1992 Nationals video Improve Profile model appearance November P-51C model de Havilland Otter dual flap operation NASA Projects December Championships coverage Please send ideas notice upcoming CL Scale events contest reports especially photos CL Scale activity address very top column * 126 Model Aviation ER TUBE TANK STOPPERTUBING 1-QT PLASTIC OIL CONTAINER Wanted How-Tos Model Aviation soliciting how-to-do-it articles its readers contributors have special modeling skill unique way solve particular problem Can explain what makes method work Can handle camera know someone can Consider writing how-to article Chances good others can benefit tips techniques Send cover letter about topic attention Publications Manager Please indicate approximate length required cover subject capabilities photography and/or artwork required what form manuscript would take hard copy computer disk fax/modem etc Payment based timeliness subject length article amount work required prepare publication