LIVfl Jim Haught 3069 Sovereign Dr Cincinnati OH 45251 Despite rumor hearsay about rule its effect event seems clear pipes make comeback event will FREEtake great leap forward terms model FLIGHTperformanceor least event will have potential giant step forward wont argue some sort muffler setup probably wise thing especially regions wide-open remote Lost-Hills-type site However Im alone wondering about safety such models increased level horsepower/acceleration marginally safe now says former team member Dale Mateer writing late May 1992 seems some question whether proper rules change procedures followed bringing change onboard movement under way US attempt void change Id like hear some suggestions ways handle increased power rules change would bring about Suggestions Ive heard include shorter engine runs limited perhaps five seconds venturi size GRAVE DIGGER months photos shows two sizes latest hA design intended Category III rules successor previous Power Play model combines ideas some Gil Morriss Matchsticks Dale Mateer s Benchmark fullsize /2A has some success its other smaller modela IsA Gas willthat has received attention Ive always fondness Tee Dee 010 threw model together few hours time play toy during contest lulls projected span 22/2 weighing slightly over ounce screamer engine static-tested 30400 rpm has distinctive sound attracts everyones attention takes off Acceleration unbelievableso much visibility can quickly become problem save weight use cut-down small syringe tank fill much dare Its loads fun top off tank let model shoot moon speak standard fuse DT will bring back 010 now production Cox pure flying fun recommend its purchase construction suitable model IsA postal contest perhaps About pipe recent FAI rules change concerning noise levels mufflers and/or exhaust extensions appears bring back era tuned pipe FlC models restrictions elimination class altogether replacing F1J Ive also told no matter what rules adopted FlC should wide-open possible terms performance outlet seeking ultimate challenge Thoughts please Twigs F1J recently got chance see some early flight testing Gil Morriss first effort FlJ class plan appeared CIA Informer anxious see much Gils FlC experience would translate smaller model As usual Gils models something engineering marvel manner hooks lines fasteners As can Gil has developed functional no-hammer VIT bunt setup Through system telescoping tubing line tensions controlled modified Mad Ball timer stab changes position power bunt glide somewhat surprising no autorudder used just didnt seem necessary says Gil preliminary testing have seen may correct model bunts cue rolls out quite cleanly Gils models fly right-left since Twigs needed some left tab straighten power pattern left glide circle already established Power provided 061 Shuriken turning Potis Hangar Products Keck-style glass prop Quite bit carbon fiber used particularly fuselage longerons carbon rod laid out triangular cross section Gil reports satisfaction tests far bit fine-tuning needed before design contest-ready Gil has unable get timer run about five seconds appears speed up dramatically engine running bit weight escapement should solve problem thinks Gil interesting model testing completed Oh yes about name model named British actress Twiggy Lawson continues Toothpicks Matchsticks tradition newcomers Bob Klipp St Louis edits Turhulator runs NFFS Plan Service has seen done much Free Flight recently responded proposal Doug Galbreath different skill classifications mind thought bringing newcomer Free Flight via high-tech events such FlC FlA FlB matter stretching things bit can happen regardless what fudge factors used success ratio recruits will low insignificant Surprisingly own club Thermaleers circa 1935 has seen gratifying increase membership recent years Whats worked us have more members retiring informal flying session observed Tuesday athletic field local park limited-size field dictates small-field events stuff entry level newcomers So whats happening members meets someone invites him park credit members visitors introduced around made feel welcome may given somebodys old HLG play As said its formal program has brought bunch new members Bob acknowledges down side new Thermaleers older fellows some have really contributed Doug struggling entry top can make work great Around coming bottom its working Junior FF team Gail Gewain Composite Structures Technology announces sale 80 Model Aviation Robby Haught Cincinnati OH holds dads Grave Digger models normal 1I2A 248 sq 5112 oz smaller plane has 22112-in span T-shirts Roger Simpson-designed logo commemorate US participation 1992 JWC Shirts $15 apiece payable check money order Gail Gewain Composite Structures Technology Box 4615 Lancaster CA 93539 proceeds will go Junior team fund recent Toledo RC show saw samples new 112A starter should serve FF quite well Miller R/C Products Kenwood California marketing 112A Starter System consisting its own #A1020 starter reversible insert spinners prop nuts reversible insert Tee Dee 010 020 engines insert old Astro-Flight ministarter Torque appears adequate samples display size weight similar old Astro-Flight Standard price system $3995 Nancy Miller advises Free Flighters wishing try product can have special Model Aviation price $34 Add $3 shipping handling Send Box 425 Kenwood CA 95452 telephone [707] 833-5905 for further information tell em saw Duration Product updates Interest new 112A prop produced Potis Hangar Products pictured May Duration column continues recent Wright-Patterson AEB test-flying session several us first chance fly prop reaction everyone favorable As mentioned earlier column Gil Morriss new F1J used good effect Rudy Kluiber tried existing Honcho series flew old Power Play Both Rudys model own although somewhat heavy increased acceleration noticeably would like see what will happen new lightweight modelbut us has try yet Sales new prop have quite brisk according PHP proprietor Norm Poti suspect number fliers trying couple new props comparing hand such relatively new designs Magnum APC rate Norm has make additional molds keep up demand get cross section opinions Id like hear have tried prop know its success Midwest about elsewhere Ive also chance test run new Tee Dee Nelson-type glow head available Kustom Kraftsmanship also mentioned previous column have found good am still midst break-in process have yet run engine anything hotter 25% nitro everything go far engine starts easily doesnt burn plugs progressing rpm gets break-in time hotter fuel Im using Cox gray 5 x 3 prop per KK instructions run two three minutes per session thorough cooldown between runs point probably has about 20 minutes time expect another 15 minutes before switch high-nitro fuel Poti prop point well put tach Ill report results SOUND ANNO UNCES Soft Silicon Muffler Fit 25 40 Engines Plus NEW Muffler Fit 10 25 Engines Drops Sound 6 10 DB Attaches SOFT 5Ej N Factory Muffler 15182 $2995 Plus $295 P & H Baton RouRe LA 70825 3950-A Valley Blvd WALNUTCA 91789 714 5941349 594-1471 CALL OR WRITE FOR FREE BROCHURE September 1992 81 Smiling Dan Harshman Cincinnati Ohio prepares MonoKoted Hep Cat test flight Wright-Patterson AFB Fore aft views Gil Morriss Columbus Ohio Twigs F1J Shuriken-powered model uses modified Mad Ball timer activate VIT bunt floodoff quick-DT Unique VlTIbunt setup has usual hammers adjustment 4 1/2 x 2 x 7/8 241I2IflChflae 4 x 1 3/4 x 3/4
Edition: Model Aviation - 1992/09
Page Numbers: 80, 81
Edition: Model Aviation - 1992/09
Page Numbers: 80, 81
LIVfl Jim Haught 3069 Sovereign Dr Cincinnati OH 45251 Despite rumor hearsay about rule its effect event seems clear pipes make comeback event will FREEtake great leap forward terms model FLIGHTperformanceor least event will have potential giant step forward wont argue some sort muffler setup probably wise thing especially regions wide-open remote Lost-Hills-type site However Im alone wondering about safety such models increased level horsepower/acceleration marginally safe now says former team member Dale Mateer writing late May 1992 seems some question whether proper rules change procedures followed bringing change onboard movement under way US attempt void change Id like hear some suggestions ways handle increased power rules change would bring about Suggestions Ive heard include shorter engine runs limited perhaps five seconds venturi size GRAVE DIGGER months photos shows two sizes latest hA design intended Category III rules successor previous Power Play model combines ideas some Gil Morriss Matchsticks Dale Mateer s Benchmark fullsize /2A has some success its other smaller modela IsA Gas willthat has received attention Ive always fondness Tee Dee 010 threw model together few hours time play toy during contest lulls projected span 22/2 weighing slightly over ounce screamer engine static-tested 30400 rpm has distinctive sound attracts everyones attention takes off Acceleration unbelievableso much visibility can quickly become problem save weight use cut-down small syringe tank fill much dare Its loads fun top off tank let model shoot moon speak standard fuse DT will bring back 010 now production Cox pure flying fun recommend its purchase construction suitable model IsA postal contest perhaps About pipe recent FAI rules change concerning noise levels mufflers and/or exhaust extensions appears bring back era tuned pipe FlC models restrictions elimination class altogether replacing F1J Ive also told no matter what rules adopted FlC should wide-open possible terms performance outlet seeking ultimate challenge Thoughts please Twigs F1J recently got chance see some early flight testing Gil Morriss first effort FlJ class plan appeared CIA Informer anxious see much Gils FlC experience would translate smaller model As usual Gils models something engineering marvel manner hooks lines fasteners As can Gil has developed functional no-hammer VIT bunt setup Through system telescoping tubing line tensions controlled modified Mad Ball timer stab changes position power bunt glide somewhat surprising no autorudder used just didnt seem necessary says Gil preliminary testing have seen may correct model bunts cue rolls out quite cleanly Gils models fly right-left since Twigs needed some left tab straighten power pattern left glide circle already established Power provided 061 Shuriken turning Potis Hangar Products Keck-style glass prop Quite bit carbon fiber used particularly fuselage longerons carbon rod laid out triangular cross section Gil reports satisfaction tests far bit fine-tuning needed before design contest-ready Gil has unable get timer run about five seconds appears speed up dramatically engine running bit weight escapement should solve problem thinks Gil interesting model testing completed Oh yes about name model named British actress Twiggy Lawson continues Toothpicks Matchsticks tradition newcomers Bob Klipp St Louis edits Turhulator runs NFFS Plan Service has seen done much Free Flight recently responded proposal Doug Galbreath different skill classifications mind thought bringing newcomer Free Flight via high-tech events such FlC FlA FlB matter stretching things bit can happen regardless what fudge factors used success ratio recruits will low insignificant Surprisingly own club Thermaleers circa 1935 has seen gratifying increase membership recent years Whats worked us have more members retiring informal flying session observed Tuesday athletic field local park limited-size field dictates small-field events stuff entry level newcomers So whats happening members meets someone invites him park credit members visitors introduced around made feel welcome may given somebodys old HLG play As said its formal program has brought bunch new members Bob acknowledges down side new Thermaleers older fellows some have really contributed Doug struggling entry top can make work great Around coming bottom its working Junior FF team Gail Gewain Composite Structures Technology announces sale 80 Model Aviation Robby Haught Cincinnati OH holds dads Grave Digger models normal 1I2A 248 sq 5112 oz smaller plane has 22112-in span T-shirts Roger Simpson-designed logo commemorate US participation 1992 JWC Shirts $15 apiece payable check money order Gail Gewain Composite Structures Technology Box 4615 Lancaster CA 93539 proceeds will go Junior team fund recent Toledo RC show saw samples new 112A starter should serve FF quite well Miller R/C Products Kenwood California marketing 112A Starter System consisting its own #A1020 starter reversible insert spinners prop nuts reversible insert Tee Dee 010 020 engines insert old Astro-Flight ministarter Torque appears adequate samples display size weight similar old Astro-Flight Standard price system $3995 Nancy Miller advises Free Flighters wishing try product can have special Model Aviation price $34 Add $3 shipping handling Send Box 425 Kenwood CA 95452 telephone [707] 833-5905 for further information tell em saw Duration Product updates Interest new 112A prop produced Potis Hangar Products pictured May Duration column continues recent Wright-Patterson AEB test-flying session several us first chance fly prop reaction everyone favorable As mentioned earlier column Gil Morriss new F1J used good effect Rudy Kluiber tried existing Honcho series flew old Power Play Both Rudys model own although somewhat heavy increased acceleration noticeably would like see what will happen new lightweight modelbut us has try yet Sales new prop have quite brisk according PHP proprietor Norm Poti suspect number fliers trying couple new props comparing hand such relatively new designs Magnum APC rate Norm has make additional molds keep up demand get cross section opinions Id like hear have tried prop know its success Midwest about elsewhere Ive also chance test run new Tee Dee Nelson-type glow head available Kustom Kraftsmanship also mentioned previous column have found good am still midst break-in process have yet run engine anything hotter 25% nitro everything go far engine starts easily doesnt burn plugs progressing rpm gets break-in time hotter fuel Im using Cox gray 5 x 3 prop per KK instructions run two three minutes per session thorough cooldown between runs point probably has about 20 minutes time expect another 15 minutes before switch high-nitro fuel Poti prop point well put tach Ill report results SOUND ANNO UNCES Soft Silicon Muffler Fit 25 40 Engines Plus NEW Muffler Fit 10 25 Engines Drops Sound 6 10 DB Attaches SOFT 5Ej N Factory Muffler 15182 $2995 Plus $295 P & H Baton RouRe LA 70825 3950-A Valley Blvd WALNUTCA 91789 714 5941349 594-1471 CALL OR WRITE FOR FREE BROCHURE September 1992 81 Smiling Dan Harshman Cincinnati Ohio prepares MonoKoted Hep Cat test flight Wright-Patterson AFB Fore aft views Gil Morriss Columbus Ohio Twigs F1J Shuriken-powered model uses modified Mad Ball timer activate VIT bunt floodoff quick-DT Unique VlTIbunt setup has usual hammers adjustment 4 1/2 x 2 x 7/8 241I2IflChflae 4 x 1 3/4 x 3/4
