FREE FLIGHT DURATION .S TIMERS The first gas model built back mid-1950s Zeek Although cant remember Atwoods used well remember eyedropper tank Back werent options limit engine run Eyedroppers coils clear fuel tubing allowed least some indication amount fuel Youd start model adjust needle valve refill eyedropper watch til level got down predetermined mark often predetermined test runs looks about right youd launch model hope engine ran long enough get model up high enough too long rate dreaded overrun wasnt very accurate engine run 15 seconds handlaunched 20 seconds ROG Rise Off Ground few seconds less wasnt bad John Tatones Tick-Off timer arrived scene Now accurate inexpensive $395 believe clockwork timer would squeeze off fuel line just right time course some teething problems such learning replace fuel tubing before got soft would stick closed also learn mount things soon found out cutting hole /16 sheet balsa side fuselage screwing down timer few small wood screws just wasnt best way timer would vibrate loose inside fuselage would become soaked castor oil also discovered timer start switch prone flop back stop position after launch resulting long overrun long chase usually lost model eventually learned mount timer better fuelproof inside fuselage bend start wire just enough wouldnt inadvertently go back hole dont remember ever cleaning lubricating old Tick-Off timers Perhaps combination strong mainspring good factory oiling made unnecessary too model life back before chase bikes tracking radios measured weeks years hi 1960s DT dethermalizer versions Tick-Off became available allowing accurate timing models flight fuse dethermalizer Power models meant two timers engine run another DT Meanwhile FAI Power fliers Europe experimenting clockwork timers control rudder stabilizer during enginerun portion flight Often timer homemade adaptations accessory camera self-timers such German Autoknips dethermalizer still required separate timer fuse Hans Seelig developed clockwork timer combined engine run autosurface control DT timer Available variety forms Seelig timers used two separate output shafts powered single mainspring 132 Model Aviation 4The timer Faust Parkers F1J model controls engine run auto rudder auto stab dethermalizer DT functions Neat installation Rex Hinsons FiB Wakefield model uses color-coded line ends timer lever arms Compact timer installation FlA towline glider uses flat scroll allowing entire mechanism hidden cover shaft contained three notched discs As rotated released levers turn released lines engine auto-rudder auto-stab adjusting discs shaft could easily accurately adjust time interval between functions well total engine run second shaft running slower speed fitted spiral-threaded scroll wire lever could placed different places along scroll give desired DT time Seelig timers soon became standard larger Power models especially FIC auto surface become almost mandatory version also produced FlA gliders clockwork timer necessity event circle-towing became popular clockwork timer could tow long wanted still get accurate DTan impossibility fuse dethermalizer Seelig bit heavy smaller models lead variety timers based Tomy toys Some commercially produced Australia homemade Tomy based timers light bit fragile vibration smallest Power models mid-1980s new type timer appeared Based Russian copy self-timer Leica camera timers used single slowly rotating shaft fitted both discs scroll result timer weighed about two-thirds much lightest Seelig bit filing weight could go lowerdown about 12 grams Free Flight timers made small batches modelers Soviet Union Poland Some brought back US modelers bought traded European contests Soon being imported several American suppliers Russian Polish timers use same basic mechanism An easy means identification two closely spaced screws front often partially hidden timer disc single screw rear can wide variety variations size shape face plate diameter number discs length scroll configuration release levers inside spring housing well escapement wiggler vary timer timer addition brass plates frame self-timer mechanism often filed ground down reduce weight Most timers designed control both auto-surface functions DT Most have shaft rotation about 45 seconds long enough allow DPR Delayed Prop Release VIT Variable Incidence Tailplane wing wiggler autorudder functions used modem FIB rubber model maximum DT time will depend length scroll timers can run seven nine minutes Some Texas Timers based same mechanism set up run faster allowing accurate timing engine run strictly engine timers DT function As with type mechanism timers need care attention Begin carefully examining end wire lever fits under disc use lOX loupe end wire should rounded off polished some better-quality timers come like have seen some simply clipped off pair wirecutters rough lever will cause drag disc slowing timer can also scratch gall back aluminum disc DT lever runs scroll also needs special attention timers wire makes right-angle bend ground flat Make sure wire smooth bears against scroll may need bend long portion wire slightly tracks properly Ive some timers wire didnt fit fully under scroll would pop out under load Ideally end wire should almost touch inside scroll scroll may also need some attention remove scroll disc loosen left-hand-thread screw center scroll Check scroll burrs shavings could interfere DT lever Remember lever will run against outside edge groove Also check bottom disc rough spots pay special attention sides notch Some timers come discs un-notched allow set up various functions just way want find easiest mark notches felt-tipped pen first Check times June 1998 133 Tick-Off timer no longer production controls engine run Frank Parmenters Nostalgia model pinching fuel line shut Canadian Fl B installation uses no face plate timer mounts underside removable pod Plastic tape holds pod place Variation Russian timer Valdimir Feoderov features knurled scroll easier winding assist springs levers SANYO BATTERY PACKS Receiver & Transmitter Packs Ni-Cds Ni-MH Acid TNR Technical Inc Irvine CA800-490-8418 Sanford FL800-346-0601 Use OCEAN SOFTWARE AERO VOLT - help save AERO VOLT -your plane Theis SMT on-board battery monitor plugs spare receiver channel Y-harness 3 green & yellow LEDs show battery condition super bright red LED means recharge now No adjustments Easy install Precision components throughout 4 cell NiCad standard custom units available Prewired Airsronics/Futaha/JR specify order See hobby store order direct $1995 -1- $200 S&H Send check money order no charge cards Dealers invited OCEAN SOFTWARE INC Tel 978/977-9011 190 Bartholomew Street Peabod MA 01960 stopwatch observing mark disc passes over wire remove discs notch small file Mounting timer important consistent operation easy maintenance have now standardized 0-80 machine screws Most timers mount either two three screws through faceplate Begin cutting undersized hole fuselage pylon desired location balsa fuselage should reinforced 1AQ plywood cut same shape timer faceplate Fiberglass pylons usually need reinforcement Make timer hole just big enough install timer leaving plenty material under edges faceplate sure dont cut away material underneath mounting holes Mark location mounting holes Next cut some pieces As thick aluminum about inch Youll need mounting hole Drill tAs hole near end help key place Epoxy pieces aluminum place inside fiberglass pylon carefully positioning center piece aluminum directly lined up mounting hole location job structural epoxynot five-minute stuff Since balsa-to-aluminum joint isnt strong may want use piece As plywood reinforcement inside Its good idea think through installation timer before model completely assembled Wakefields install timer start switch pylon before attaching pylon fuselage After epoxy hard carefully drill tap mounting holes 0-80 screws sure seal wood timer compartment Although good bit trouble using wood screws allows timer removed cleaned replaced repeatedly wood screws holes soon get enlarged screws dont hold 134 Model Aviation RDIRDS 97 BIRDS OF PREY # THUNDER IN THESI NEW ENCLAND SCALE $1995 EACH PRIORITY AVAIL T0 AMR PRODUCTIONS P0 9011813 TOAIS RIVER MI 08754 je forget units remember! NOT JUST CHARGERS~ COMPLETE AUTOUA TIC BATTERY MAINTENANCE SYSTEMS ca Ra Products 21 Urban Dr P0 Box 436 Painesville OH 44077 216-639-8274 Hrs 912 27 ICentral Timel SASE information ers inquiries invited Ru & HP ENGINES MADE IN USA MOdERN RIC & OLd TiME ViNTAqE SEND $100 FOR OUR NEW 64 PAGE CATALOG OF ENGINES PARTS ACCESSORIES AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION RJL factory parts source engines RJL Engines--- German HB Engines --- MECOA HPHirlenberger Engines HGK Engines Krafl 61 -- Conquesl 15 --- Taipan 40 Testor McCoy Series 21 Black Head Finned Case Kavan --- Forter Engtnes --- Mulunuc Engines SR IiiiIiiSfFieS 1J 5oxff SluM MSd IZfDlIJ2 Phone 626 359-0016 FAX 626 301 0298 Websile wwwmeCOaCOm l RJL@mecoacom Worlds Best 1/2-A R/C Laser Cut Kits _______ kit designed 2 4 channel RIC using 049 061 engine outstanding kits feature wood construction Laser Cut Parts Tab Notch construction quick accurate assembly 3-D Cad design precision parts fit Quality hardware pack Computer drawn plans Peel stick markings Complete step step instruction manual Made USA Bw airplane verformance small model budgetHerr engineering Corp 1431 Chaffee Dr Suite 3 Tituaville FL 32780 407 264-2488 worlds leader Laser Cut model aircraft WWWIFLYHERRCOM timer place run lines various auto functions Its good idea color-code lines respective levers avoid mistakes hooking up lines can use paint insulation stripped telephone wire will also need make some kind start mark timer faceplate indicate set timerto same exact point time have good luck using fine-point permanent marker mark both faceplate disc Once have timer installed practice hooking up lines starting timer can adjust function times loosening screw scroll remember its left-handed rotating discs slightly Adjust DT time placing lever different slots may need loosen screw rotate scroll slightly well should done before get field Cleaning Its good idea clean brand-new timer before using also should get habit cleaning timer frequently between flying sessions Think dont need would believe some timers Ive seen removed airplanes says Hank Nystrom imports Texas Timer whole thing absolutely filthy oil dirt balsa dust weed seeds no way works can function like clean timer Hank suggests using aerosol brake cleaner available auto parts store nasty stuff use outside dont get skin have using Coleman lantern fuel years good bit safer though its still flammable keep small jar handy dunk timer pair tweezers pull out let air-dry clean sheet typing paper 11 V 1 gm II --- 102 DUKE---96 FULL KITS VISA 1/3SCALEPITTS---72 GRINGO---82 SEMI-KITS ard MPHi SEE YOUR LOCAL HOBBYDEALER IF UNAVAILABLE LOCALLY SEND TO Bru Line Industries Inc PO Box 3788 Center Line Michigan 48015 Add $250 shipping igan residents add 4% sales tax rKJTES~ FREE COLOR CATALOG Choose over 200 exc t ng k tes e unusual & nnovatve des gns Call write catalog todayl Into Wind 541-0314 1408-MA Pearl St Boulder CO 80302 L N Be7 99 beUO lee leep relax WALSTON RETRIEVAL SYSTEMS 725 Cooper Lake Rd SE Smyrna GA 30082 770-4344905 860-657-4672 Fax 770-431-0119 Visa AmEx Tune station 1120 Wrigley Way Milpitas California 95035 Voice/Fax 408 946-4751 408 WINGS-Si LOOK no further fully molded sailplane needs RnR offer selection high performance sailplanes will address specific requirements F3BThermal Duration Slope Cross Country Mark Allen designed World Championship F3B EAGLE now being produced RnR its new lower price RnR sailplane enjoys design construction enhancements 1997 RnRs composite molded technology provides unique blend strength weight optimization Noticeable results found through increased durability torsional stability stiffness incorporated wing fuselage tail section also offer selection parts joiner systems scratch builders out catch latest visuals specifications competitive pricing RnRs sailplanes contact RnR RnR skys limit. June1998 135 BUILD FIGHTER WIND VANES FULL 5pei PROPS PJGines Build Great Fi1ind Vanes Yard Field 24 Inch Wing Span Color Pics Plan Send $200 -emSe ALL FIBERGLASS PREMIER DISTRIBUTING205-974-1307 http/Ihiwaaynet/- rfrady DELTA WINGS * * Long Engine Life * * Use BRU LINE Air Cleaner Completely Fuel Proof Nylon Rubber Parts Cat No 102 Air Cleaner Coarse $299 Cat No 202 Air Cleaner Fine $299 Replacement Inserts Cat No 104 PkI2 Inserts Coarse $239 Cat No 204 PkI2 Inserts Fine *239 FITS MOST ENGINES 25and UP paper towel hurry can carefully blow-dry compressed air Lubricate timer good synthetic oil such Dukies Timer Oil available Doug Galbreath Labelle oil can found hobby shops sell model railroad supplies no case should ever use WD-40 household oil Lubricate pivot ends gear gear teeth Too much oil will attract dirt piece fine music wire makes good oiler will also need lubricate spring Some timers have slot timer cover allows access oiling others cover must removed sometimes prying loose Andriukov timer has best cover slip-on rimmed piece easy remove replace Never wind ____________________________________ timer cover off After timer cleaned lubricated run few times Listen _________________________________ way sounds remember Out field can usually tell timer dirty way sounds dirty timer will also run erratically ____________________________________check stopwatch well 4_____________________________________Sources Doug Galbreath 3408 Topsail P1. Davis CA 95616 Seelig timers oil Starline International 6146 E Cactus Wren Rd Scottsdale AZ 85253 Andriukov Feodorov timers Hank Nystrom 3317 Pine Timbers Dr Johnson City TN 37604 Texas Timers Small Parts Inc. 13980 NW 58th Court Box 4650 Miami Lakes FL 330 14-0650 ___________________________________0-80 screws taps 1M ~mthe Giants Help Promote Join NMdbN6~N i HIG NonCompetitive ,., ing Large RIC Air Craft AA membership includes quarterly magazine High Flight __________________ __________ MEMBERSHIP APPLICATiON NEW J RENEWAL Date 19 Yearly Dues $1500 USA $2000 US Canada & Mexico $3000 US Elsewhere Make CHECK MONEY ORDER Payable INTERNATiONAL MINIATURE AIRCRAFT ASSOCIATION INC I Name _________________ Phone ___________ _____________________________ Street ____________________________ _________________________________________ P0 Box/Route Box __________________ _________ AMAState/Province ________________Zip IMAA _______Number________ MAAC _______Chapter L TO IMAA Secretary DON E VINEYARD HilkIale Road na KS 67401 136 Model Aviation 4CREATIVE 4338 Auslin Blvd Island Park NY 11558 CANOPIES T 516/431-4127 Fax 516/889-2682 Oc msiultote & seck.7. sescia oiler systems tease tull ft ol esces sones wit ss osodot mild Cat lao mail LI pisos ycit order II eive yci lies catalog Made USA GIANT KITS Span- 76-83 Area- ttOO 12 lbs $22995 S/il Clipped Wing TCraft DELUXE KIT Includes wood FIG cowi ss4seel pants landing gear window material hardware rolled plans Over dozen MIc-vIsAkats available Catalog $200 REIDS QUALITY MODEL PRODUCTS 30 Clifton St Phelps NY 14532 315-548-3779 FAX 548-4099 K&S METAL Aluminum/Brass/Copper Tubing & Shapes Music Wire oTods S Soldering Irons SNSilkSpan Finishing Materials SEND SIOO FOR PRICE UST AND CATAIO. KS 6917 RC Flight Training Beginner advanced tailored indMdual long-time modeler full size airplane flight instruc tor will maie progress fun easy during week stay beautiful far western North Carolina Write call information RC Flight Training 1635 Setawig Rd Brasstown NC 28902 704-389-8968
Edition: Model Aviation - 1998/06
Page Numbers: 132, 133, 134, 135, 136
FREE FLIGHT DURATION .S TIMERS The first gas model built back mid-1950s Zeek Although cant remember Atwoods used well remember eyedropper tank Back werent options limit engine run Eyedroppers coils clear fuel tubing allowed least some indication amount fuel Youd start model adjust needle valve refill eyedropper watch til level got down predetermined mark often predetermined test runs looks about right youd launch model hope engine ran long enough get model up high enough too long rate dreaded overrun wasnt very accurate engine run 15 seconds handlaunched 20 seconds ROG Rise Off Ground few seconds less wasnt bad John Tatones Tick-Off timer arrived scene Now accurate inexpensive $395 believe clockwork timer would squeeze off fuel line just right time course some teething problems such learning replace fuel tubing before got soft would stick closed also learn mount things soon found out cutting hole /16 sheet balsa side fuselage screwing down timer few small wood screws just wasnt best way timer would vibrate loose inside fuselage would become soaked castor oil also discovered timer start switch prone flop back stop position after launch resulting long overrun long chase usually lost model eventually learned mount timer better fuelproof inside fuselage bend start wire just enough wouldnt inadvertently go back hole dont remember ever cleaning lubricating old Tick-Off timers Perhaps combination strong mainspring good factory oiling made unnecessary too model life back before chase bikes tracking radios measured weeks years hi 1960s DT dethermalizer versions Tick-Off became available allowing accurate timing models flight fuse dethermalizer Power models meant two timers engine run another DT Meanwhile FAI Power fliers Europe experimenting clockwork timers control rudder stabilizer during enginerun portion flight Often timer homemade adaptations accessory camera self-timers such German Autoknips dethermalizer still required separate timer fuse Hans Seelig developed clockwork timer combined engine run autosurface control DT timer Available variety forms Seelig timers used two separate output shafts powered single mainspring 132 Model Aviation 4The timer Faust Parkers F1J model controls engine run auto rudder auto stab dethermalizer DT functions Neat installation Rex Hinsons FiB Wakefield model uses color-coded line ends timer lever arms Compact timer installation FlA towline glider uses flat scroll allowing entire mechanism hidden cover shaft contained three notched discs As rotated released levers turn released lines engine auto-rudder auto-stab adjusting discs shaft could easily accurately adjust time interval between functions well total engine run second shaft running slower speed fitted spiral-threaded scroll wire lever could placed different places along scroll give desired DT time Seelig timers soon became standard larger Power models especially FIC auto surface become almost mandatory version also produced FlA gliders clockwork timer necessity event circle-towing became popular clockwork timer could tow long wanted still get accurate DTan impossibility fuse dethermalizer Seelig bit heavy smaller models lead variety timers based Tomy toys Some commercially produced Australia homemade Tomy based timers light bit fragile vibration smallest Power models mid-1980s new type timer appeared Based Russian copy self-timer Leica camera timers used single slowly rotating shaft fitted both discs scroll result timer weighed about two-thirds much lightest Seelig bit filing weight could go lowerdown about 12 grams Free Flight timers made small batches modelers Soviet Union Poland Some brought back US modelers bought traded European contests Soon being imported several American suppliers Russian Polish timers use same basic mechanism An easy means identification two closely spaced screws front often partially hidden timer disc single screw rear can wide variety variations size shape face plate diameter number discs length scroll configuration release levers inside spring housing well escapement wiggler vary timer timer addition brass plates frame self-timer mechanism often filed ground down reduce weight Most timers designed control both auto-surface functions DT Most have shaft rotation about 45 seconds long enough allow DPR Delayed Prop Release VIT Variable Incidence Tailplane wing wiggler autorudder functions used modem FIB rubber model maximum DT time will depend length scroll timers can run seven nine minutes Some Texas Timers based same mechanism set up run faster allowing accurate timing engine run strictly engine timers DT function As with type mechanism timers need care attention Begin carefully examining end wire lever fits under disc use lOX loupe end wire should rounded off polished some better-quality timers come like have seen some simply clipped off pair wirecutters rough lever will cause drag disc slowing timer can also scratch gall back aluminum disc DT lever runs scroll also needs special attention timers wire makes right-angle bend ground flat Make sure wire smooth bears against scroll may need bend long portion wire slightly tracks properly Ive some timers wire didnt fit fully under scroll would pop out under load Ideally end wire should almost touch inside scroll scroll may also need some attention remove scroll disc loosen left-hand-thread screw center scroll Check scroll burrs shavings could interfere DT lever Remember lever will run against outside edge groove Also check bottom disc rough spots pay special attention sides notch Some timers come discs un-notched allow set up various functions just way want find easiest mark notches felt-tipped pen first Check times June 1998 133 Tick-Off timer no longer production controls engine run Frank Parmenters Nostalgia model pinching fuel line shut Canadian Fl B installation uses no face plate timer mounts underside removable pod Plastic tape holds pod place Variation Russian timer Valdimir Feoderov features knurled scroll easier winding assist springs levers SANYO BATTERY PACKS Receiver & Transmitter Packs Ni-Cds Ni-MH Acid TNR Technical Inc Irvine CA800-490-8418 Sanford FL800-346-0601 Use OCEAN SOFTWARE AERO VOLT - help save AERO VOLT -your plane Theis SMT on-board battery monitor plugs spare receiver channel Y-harness 3 green & yellow LEDs show battery condition super bright red LED means recharge now No adjustments Easy install Precision components throughout 4 cell NiCad standard custom units available Prewired Airsronics/Futaha/JR specify order See hobby store order direct $1995 -1- $200 S&H Send check money order no charge cards Dealers invited OCEAN SOFTWARE INC Tel 978/977-9011 190 Bartholomew Street Peabod MA 01960 stopwatch observing mark disc passes over wire remove discs notch small file Mounting timer important consistent operation easy maintenance have now standardized 0-80 machine screws Most timers mount either two three screws through faceplate Begin cutting undersized hole fuselage pylon desired location balsa fuselage should reinforced 1AQ plywood cut same shape timer faceplate Fiberglass pylons usually need reinforcement Make timer hole just big enough install timer leaving plenty material under edges faceplate sure dont cut away material underneath mounting holes Mark location mounting holes Next cut some pieces As thick aluminum about inch Youll need mounting hole Drill tAs hole near end help key place Epoxy pieces aluminum place inside fiberglass pylon carefully positioning center piece aluminum directly lined up mounting hole location job structural epoxynot five-minute stuff Since balsa-to-aluminum joint isnt strong may want use piece As plywood reinforcement inside Its good idea think through installation timer before model completely assembled Wakefields install timer start switch pylon before attaching pylon fuselage After epoxy hard carefully drill tap mounting holes 0-80 screws sure seal wood timer compartment Although good bit trouble using wood screws allows timer removed cleaned replaced repeatedly wood screws holes soon get enlarged screws dont hold 134 Model Aviation RDIRDS 97 BIRDS OF PREY # THUNDER IN THESI NEW ENCLAND SCALE $1995 EACH PRIORITY AVAIL T0 AMR PRODUCTIONS P0 9011813 TOAIS RIVER MI 08754 je forget units remember! NOT JUST CHARGERS~ COMPLETE AUTOUA TIC BATTERY MAINTENANCE SYSTEMS ca Ra Products 21 Urban Dr P0 Box 436 Painesville OH 44077 216-639-8274 Hrs 912 27 ICentral Timel SASE information ers inquiries invited Ru & HP ENGINES MADE IN USA MOdERN RIC & OLd TiME ViNTAqE SEND $100 FOR OUR NEW 64 PAGE CATALOG OF ENGINES PARTS ACCESSORIES AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION RJL factory parts source engines RJL Engines--- German HB Engines --- MECOA HPHirlenberger Engines HGK Engines Krafl 61 -- Conquesl 15 --- Taipan 40 Testor McCoy Series 21 Black Head Finned Case Kavan --- Forter Engtnes --- Mulunuc Engines SR IiiiIiiSfFieS 1J 5oxff SluM MSd IZfDlIJ2 Phone 626 359-0016 FAX 626 301 0298 Websile wwwmeCOaCOm l RJL@mecoacom Worlds Best 1/2-A R/C Laser Cut Kits _______ kit designed 2 4 channel RIC using 049 061 engine outstanding kits feature wood construction Laser Cut Parts Tab Notch construction quick accurate assembly 3-D Cad design precision parts fit Quality hardware pack Computer drawn plans Peel stick markings Complete step step instruction manual Made USA Bw airplane verformance small model budgetHerr engineering Corp 1431 Chaffee Dr Suite 3 Tituaville FL 32780 407 264-2488 worlds leader Laser Cut model aircraft WWWIFLYHERRCOM timer place run lines various auto functions Its good idea color-code lines respective levers avoid mistakes hooking up lines can use paint insulation stripped telephone wire will also need make some kind start mark timer faceplate indicate set timerto same exact point time have good luck using fine-point permanent marker mark both faceplate disc Once have timer installed practice hooking up lines starting timer can adjust function times loosening screw scroll remember its left-handed rotating discs slightly Adjust DT time placing lever different slots may need loosen screw rotate scroll slightly well should done before get field Cleaning Its good idea clean brand-new timer before using also should get habit cleaning timer frequently between flying sessions Think dont need would believe some timers Ive seen removed airplanes says Hank Nystrom imports Texas Timer whole thing absolutely filthy oil dirt balsa dust weed seeds no way works can function like clean timer Hank suggests using aerosol brake cleaner available auto parts store nasty stuff use outside dont get skin have using Coleman lantern fuel years good bit safer though its still flammable keep small jar handy dunk timer pair tweezers pull out let air-dry clean sheet typing paper 11 V 1 gm II --- 102 DUKE---96 FULL KITS VISA 1/3SCALEPITTS---72 GRINGO---82 SEMI-KITS ard MPHi SEE YOUR LOCAL HOBBYDEALER IF UNAVAILABLE LOCALLY SEND TO Bru Line Industries Inc PO Box 3788 Center Line Michigan 48015 Add $250 shipping igan residents add 4% sales tax rKJTES~ FREE COLOR CATALOG Choose over 200 exc t ng k tes e unusual & nnovatve des gns Call write catalog todayl Into Wind 541-0314 1408-MA Pearl St Boulder CO 80302 L N Be7 99 beUO lee leep relax WALSTON RETRIEVAL SYSTEMS 725 Cooper Lake Rd SE Smyrna GA 30082 770-4344905 860-657-4672 Fax 770-431-0119 Visa AmEx Tune station 1120 Wrigley Way Milpitas California 95035 Voice/Fax 408 946-4751 408 WINGS-Si LOOK no further fully molded sailplane needs RnR offer selection high performance sailplanes will address specific requirements F3BThermal Duration Slope Cross Country Mark Allen designed World Championship F3B EAGLE now being produced RnR its new lower price RnR sailplane enjoys design construction enhancements 1997 RnRs composite molded technology provides unique blend strength weight optimization Noticeable results found through increased durability torsional stability stiffness incorporated wing fuselage tail section also offer selection parts joiner systems scratch builders out catch latest visuals specifications competitive pricing RnRs sailplanes contact RnR RnR skys limit. June1998 135 BUILD FIGHTER WIND VANES FULL 5pei PROPS PJGines Build Great Fi1ind Vanes Yard Field 24 Inch Wing Span Color Pics Plan Send $200 -emSe ALL FIBERGLASS PREMIER DISTRIBUTING205-974-1307 http/Ihiwaaynet/- rfrady DELTA WINGS * * Long Engine Life * * Use BRU LINE Air Cleaner Completely Fuel Proof Nylon Rubber Parts Cat No 102 Air Cleaner Coarse $299 Cat No 202 Air Cleaner Fine $299 Replacement Inserts Cat No 104 PkI2 Inserts Coarse $239 Cat No 204 PkI2 Inserts Fine *239 FITS MOST ENGINES 25and UP paper towel hurry can carefully blow-dry compressed air Lubricate timer good synthetic oil such Dukies Timer Oil available Doug Galbreath Labelle oil can found hobby shops sell model railroad supplies no case should ever use WD-40 household oil Lubricate pivot ends gear gear teeth Too much oil will attract dirt piece fine music wire makes good oiler will also need lubricate spring Some timers have slot timer cover allows access oiling others cover must removed sometimes prying loose Andriukov timer has best cover slip-on rimmed piece easy remove replace Never wind ____________________________________ timer cover off After timer cleaned lubricated run few times Listen _________________________________ way sounds remember Out field can usually tell timer dirty way sounds dirty timer will also run erratically ____________________________________check stopwatch well 4_____________________________________Sources Doug Galbreath 3408 Topsail P1. Davis CA 95616 Seelig timers oil Starline International 6146 E Cactus Wren Rd Scottsdale AZ 85253 Andriukov Feodorov timers Hank Nystrom 3317 Pine Timbers Dr Johnson City TN 37604 Texas Timers Small Parts Inc. 13980 NW 58th Court Box 4650 Miami Lakes FL 330 14-0650 ___________________________________0-80 screws taps 1M ~mthe Giants Help Promote Join NMdbN6~N i HIG NonCompetitive ,., ing Large RIC Air Craft AA membership includes quarterly magazine High Flight __________________ __________ MEMBERSHIP APPLICATiON NEW J RENEWAL Date 19 Yearly Dues $1500 USA $2000 US Canada & Mexico $3000 US Elsewhere Make CHECK MONEY ORDER Payable INTERNATiONAL MINIATURE AIRCRAFT ASSOCIATION INC I Name _________________ Phone ___________ _____________________________ Street ____________________________ _________________________________________ P0 Box/Route Box __________________ _________ AMAState/Province ________________Zip IMAA _______Number________ MAAC _______Chapter L TO IMAA Secretary DON E VINEYARD HilkIale Road na KS 67401 136 Model Aviation 4CREATIVE 4338 Auslin Blvd Island Park NY 11558 CANOPIES T 516/431-4127 Fax 516/889-2682 Oc msiultote & seck.7. sescia oiler systems tease tull ft ol esces sones wit ss osodot mild Cat lao mail LI pisos ycit order II eive yci lies catalog Made USA GIANT KITS Span- 76-83 Area- ttOO 12 lbs $22995 S/il Clipped Wing TCraft DELUXE KIT Includes wood FIG cowi ss4seel pants landing gear window material hardware rolled plans Over dozen MIc-vIsAkats available Catalog $200 REIDS QUALITY MODEL PRODUCTS 30 Clifton St Phelps NY 14532 315-548-3779 FAX 548-4099 K&S METAL Aluminum/Brass/Copper Tubing & Shapes Music Wire oTods S Soldering Irons SNSilkSpan Finishing Materials SEND SIOO FOR PRICE UST AND CATAIO. KS 6917 RC Flight Training Beginner advanced tailored indMdual long-time modeler full size airplane flight instruc tor will maie progress fun easy during week stay beautiful far western North Carolina Write call information RC Flight Training 1635 Setawig Rd Brasstown NC 28902 704-389-8968
Edition: Model Aviation - 1998/06
Page Numbers: 132, 133, 134, 135, 136
FREE FLIGHT DURATION .S TIMERS The first gas model built back mid-1950s Zeek Although cant remember Atwoods used well remember eyedropper tank Back werent options limit engine run Eyedroppers coils clear fuel tubing allowed least some indication amount fuel Youd start model adjust needle valve refill eyedropper watch til level got down predetermined mark often predetermined test runs looks about right youd launch model hope engine ran long enough get model up high enough too long rate dreaded overrun wasnt very accurate engine run 15 seconds handlaunched 20 seconds ROG Rise Off Ground few seconds less wasnt bad John Tatones Tick-Off timer arrived scene Now accurate inexpensive $395 believe clockwork timer would squeeze off fuel line just right time course some teething problems such learning replace fuel tubing before got soft would stick closed also learn mount things soon found out cutting hole /16 sheet balsa side fuselage screwing down timer few small wood screws just wasnt best way timer would vibrate loose inside fuselage would become soaked castor oil also discovered timer start switch prone flop back stop position after launch resulting long overrun long chase usually lost model eventually learned mount timer better fuelproof inside fuselage bend start wire just enough wouldnt inadvertently go back hole dont remember ever cleaning lubricating old Tick-Off timers Perhaps combination strong mainspring good factory oiling made unnecessary too model life back before chase bikes tracking radios measured weeks years hi 1960s DT dethermalizer versions Tick-Off became available allowing accurate timing models flight fuse dethermalizer Power models meant two timers engine run another DT Meanwhile FAI Power fliers Europe experimenting clockwork timers control rudder stabilizer during enginerun portion flight Often timer homemade adaptations accessory camera self-timers such German Autoknips dethermalizer still required separate timer fuse Hans Seelig developed clockwork timer combined engine run autosurface control DT timer Available variety forms Seelig timers used two separate output shafts powered single mainspring 132 Model Aviation 4The timer Faust Parkers F1J model controls engine run auto rudder auto stab dethermalizer DT functions Neat installation Rex Hinsons FiB Wakefield model uses color-coded line ends timer lever arms Compact timer installation FlA towline glider uses flat scroll allowing entire mechanism hidden cover shaft contained three notched discs As rotated released levers turn released lines engine auto-rudder auto-stab adjusting discs shaft could easily accurately adjust time interval between functions well total engine run second shaft running slower speed fitted spiral-threaded scroll wire lever could placed different places along scroll give desired DT time Seelig timers soon became standard larger Power models especially FIC auto surface become almost mandatory version also produced FlA gliders clockwork timer necessity event circle-towing became popular clockwork timer could tow long wanted still get accurate DTan impossibility fuse dethermalizer Seelig bit heavy smaller models lead variety timers based Tomy toys Some commercially produced Australia homemade Tomy based timers light bit fragile vibration smallest Power models mid-1980s new type timer appeared Based Russian copy self-timer Leica camera timers used single slowly rotating shaft fitted both discs scroll result timer weighed about two-thirds much lightest Seelig bit filing weight could go lowerdown about 12 grams Free Flight timers made small batches modelers Soviet Union Poland Some brought back US modelers bought traded European contests Soon being imported several American suppliers Russian Polish timers use same basic mechanism An easy means identification two closely spaced screws front often partially hidden timer disc single screw rear can wide variety variations size shape face plate diameter number discs length scroll configuration release levers inside spring housing well escapement wiggler vary timer timer addition brass plates frame self-timer mechanism often filed ground down reduce weight Most timers designed control both auto-surface functions DT Most have shaft rotation about 45 seconds long enough allow DPR Delayed Prop Release VIT Variable Incidence Tailplane wing wiggler autorudder functions used modem FIB rubber model maximum DT time will depend length scroll timers can run seven nine minutes Some Texas Timers based same mechanism set up run faster allowing accurate timing engine run strictly engine timers DT function As with type mechanism timers need care attention Begin carefully examining end wire lever fits under disc use lOX loupe end wire should rounded off polished some better-quality timers come like have seen some simply clipped off pair wirecutters rough lever will cause drag disc slowing timer can also scratch gall back aluminum disc DT lever runs scroll also needs special attention timers wire makes right-angle bend ground flat Make sure wire smooth bears against scroll may need bend long portion wire slightly tracks properly Ive some timers wire didnt fit fully under scroll would pop out under load Ideally end wire should almost touch inside scroll scroll may also need some attention remove scroll disc loosen left-hand-thread screw center scroll Check scroll burrs shavings could interfere DT lever Remember lever will run against outside edge groove Also check bottom disc rough spots pay special attention sides notch Some timers come discs un-notched allow set up various functions just way want find easiest mark notches felt-tipped pen first Check times June 1998 133 Tick-Off timer no longer production controls engine run Frank Parmenters Nostalgia model pinching fuel line shut Canadian Fl B installation uses no face plate timer mounts underside removable pod Plastic tape holds pod place Variation Russian timer Valdimir Feoderov features knurled scroll easier winding assist springs levers SANYO BATTERY PACKS Receiver & Transmitter Packs Ni-Cds Ni-MH Acid TNR Technical Inc Irvine CA800-490-8418 Sanford FL800-346-0601 Use OCEAN SOFTWARE AERO VOLT - help save AERO VOLT -your plane Theis SMT on-board battery monitor plugs spare receiver channel Y-harness 3 green & yellow LEDs show battery condition super bright red LED means recharge now No adjustments Easy install Precision components throughout 4 cell NiCad standard custom units available Prewired Airsronics/Futaha/JR specify order See hobby store order direct $1995 -1- $200 S&H Send check money order no charge cards Dealers invited OCEAN SOFTWARE INC Tel 978/977-9011 190 Bartholomew Street Peabod MA 01960 stopwatch observing mark disc passes over wire remove discs notch small file Mounting timer important consistent operation easy maintenance have now standardized 0-80 machine screws Most timers mount either two three screws through faceplate Begin cutting undersized hole fuselage pylon desired location balsa fuselage should reinforced 1AQ plywood cut same shape timer faceplate Fiberglass pylons usually need reinforcement Make timer hole just big enough install timer leaving plenty material under edges faceplate sure dont cut away material underneath mounting holes Mark location mounting holes Next cut some pieces As thick aluminum about inch Youll need mounting hole Drill tAs hole near end help key place Epoxy pieces aluminum place inside fiberglass pylon carefully positioning center piece aluminum directly lined up mounting hole location job structural epoxynot five-minute stuff Since balsa-to-aluminum joint isnt strong may want use piece As plywood reinforcement inside Its good idea think through installation timer before model completely assembled Wakefields install timer start switch pylon before attaching pylon fuselage After epoxy hard carefully drill tap mounting holes 0-80 screws sure seal wood timer compartment Although good bit trouble using wood screws allows timer removed cleaned replaced repeatedly wood screws holes soon get enlarged screws dont hold 134 Model Aviation RDIRDS 97 BIRDS OF PREY # THUNDER IN THESI NEW ENCLAND SCALE $1995 EACH PRIORITY AVAIL T0 AMR PRODUCTIONS P0 9011813 TOAIS RIVER MI 08754 je forget units remember! NOT JUST CHARGERS~ COMPLETE AUTOUA TIC BATTERY MAINTENANCE SYSTEMS ca Ra Products 21 Urban Dr P0 Box 436 Painesville OH 44077 216-639-8274 Hrs 912 27 ICentral Timel SASE information ers inquiries invited Ru & HP ENGINES MADE IN USA MOdERN RIC & OLd TiME ViNTAqE SEND $100 FOR OUR NEW 64 PAGE CATALOG OF ENGINES PARTS ACCESSORIES AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION RJL factory parts source engines RJL Engines--- German HB Engines --- MECOA HPHirlenberger Engines HGK Engines Krafl 61 -- Conquesl 15 --- Taipan 40 Testor McCoy Series 21 Black Head Finned Case Kavan --- Forter Engtnes --- Mulunuc Engines SR IiiiIiiSfFieS 1J 5oxff SluM MSd IZfDlIJ2 Phone 626 359-0016 FAX 626 301 0298 Websile wwwmeCOaCOm l RJL@mecoacom Worlds Best 1/2-A R/C Laser Cut Kits _______ kit designed 2 4 channel RIC using 049 061 engine outstanding kits feature wood construction Laser Cut Parts Tab Notch construction quick accurate assembly 3-D Cad design precision parts fit Quality hardware pack Computer drawn plans Peel stick markings Complete step step instruction manual Made USA Bw airplane verformance small model budgetHerr engineering Corp 1431 Chaffee Dr Suite 3 Tituaville FL 32780 407 264-2488 worlds leader Laser Cut model aircraft WWWIFLYHERRCOM timer place run lines various auto functions Its good idea color-code lines respective levers avoid mistakes hooking up lines can use paint insulation stripped telephone wire will also need make some kind start mark timer faceplate indicate set timerto same exact point time have good luck using fine-point permanent marker mark both faceplate disc Once have timer installed practice hooking up lines starting timer can adjust function times loosening screw scroll remember its left-handed rotating discs slightly Adjust DT time placing lever different slots may need loosen screw rotate scroll slightly well should done before get field Cleaning Its good idea clean brand-new timer before using also should get habit cleaning timer frequently between flying sessions Think dont need would believe some timers Ive seen removed airplanes says Hank Nystrom imports Texas Timer whole thing absolutely filthy oil dirt balsa dust weed seeds no way works can function like clean timer Hank suggests using aerosol brake cleaner available auto parts store nasty stuff use outside dont get skin have using Coleman lantern fuel years good bit safer though its still flammable keep small jar handy dunk timer pair tweezers pull out let air-dry clean sheet typing paper 11 V 1 gm II --- 102 DUKE---96 FULL KITS VISA 1/3SCALEPITTS---72 GRINGO---82 SEMI-KITS ard MPHi SEE YOUR LOCAL HOBBYDEALER IF UNAVAILABLE LOCALLY SEND TO Bru Line Industries Inc PO Box 3788 Center Line Michigan 48015 Add $250 shipping igan residents add 4% sales tax rKJTES~ FREE COLOR CATALOG Choose over 200 exc t ng k tes e unusual & nnovatve des gns Call write catalog todayl Into Wind 541-0314 1408-MA Pearl St Boulder CO 80302 L N Be7 99 beUO lee leep relax WALSTON RETRIEVAL SYSTEMS 725 Cooper Lake Rd SE Smyrna GA 30082 770-4344905 860-657-4672 Fax 770-431-0119 Visa AmEx Tune station 1120 Wrigley Way Milpitas California 95035 Voice/Fax 408 946-4751 408 WINGS-Si LOOK no further fully molded sailplane needs RnR offer selection high performance sailplanes will address specific requirements F3BThermal Duration Slope Cross Country Mark Allen designed World Championship F3B EAGLE now being produced RnR its new lower price RnR sailplane enjoys design construction enhancements 1997 RnRs composite molded technology provides unique blend strength weight optimization Noticeable results found through increased durability torsional stability stiffness incorporated wing fuselage tail section also offer selection parts joiner systems scratch builders out catch latest visuals specifications competitive pricing RnRs sailplanes contact RnR RnR skys limit. June1998 135 BUILD FIGHTER WIND VANES FULL 5pei PROPS PJGines Build Great Fi1ind Vanes Yard Field 24 Inch Wing Span Color Pics Plan Send $200 -emSe ALL FIBERGLASS PREMIER DISTRIBUTING205-974-1307 http/Ihiwaaynet/- rfrady DELTA WINGS * * Long Engine Life * * Use BRU LINE Air Cleaner Completely Fuel Proof Nylon Rubber Parts Cat No 102 Air Cleaner Coarse $299 Cat No 202 Air Cleaner Fine $299 Replacement Inserts Cat No 104 PkI2 Inserts Coarse $239 Cat No 204 PkI2 Inserts Fine *239 FITS MOST ENGINES 25and UP paper towel hurry can carefully blow-dry compressed air Lubricate timer good synthetic oil such Dukies Timer Oil available Doug Galbreath Labelle oil can found hobby shops sell model railroad supplies no case should ever use WD-40 household oil Lubricate pivot ends gear gear teeth Too much oil will attract dirt piece fine music wire makes good oiler will also need lubricate spring Some timers have slot timer cover allows access oiling others cover must removed sometimes prying loose Andriukov timer has best cover slip-on rimmed piece easy remove replace Never wind ____________________________________ timer cover off After timer cleaned lubricated run few times Listen _________________________________ way sounds remember Out field can usually tell timer dirty way sounds dirty timer will also run erratically ____________________________________check stopwatch well 4_____________________________________Sources Doug Galbreath 3408 Topsail P1. Davis CA 95616 Seelig timers oil Starline International 6146 E Cactus Wren Rd Scottsdale AZ 85253 Andriukov Feodorov timers Hank Nystrom 3317 Pine Timbers Dr Johnson City TN 37604 Texas Timers Small Parts Inc. 13980 NW 58th Court Box 4650 Miami Lakes FL 330 14-0650 ___________________________________0-80 screws taps 1M ~mthe Giants Help Promote Join NMdbN6~N i HIG NonCompetitive ,., ing Large RIC Air Craft AA membership includes quarterly magazine High Flight __________________ __________ MEMBERSHIP APPLICATiON NEW J RENEWAL Date 19 Yearly Dues $1500 USA $2000 US Canada & Mexico $3000 US Elsewhere Make CHECK MONEY ORDER Payable INTERNATiONAL MINIATURE AIRCRAFT ASSOCIATION INC I Name _________________ Phone ___________ _____________________________ Street ____________________________ _________________________________________ P0 Box/Route Box __________________ _________ AMAState/Province ________________Zip IMAA _______Number________ MAAC _______Chapter L TO IMAA Secretary DON E VINEYARD HilkIale Road na KS 67401 136 Model Aviation 4CREATIVE 4338 Auslin Blvd Island Park NY 11558 CANOPIES T 516/431-4127 Fax 516/889-2682 Oc msiultote & seck.7. sescia oiler systems tease tull ft ol esces sones wit ss osodot mild Cat lao mail LI pisos ycit order II eive yci lies catalog Made USA GIANT KITS Span- 76-83 Area- ttOO 12 lbs $22995 S/il Clipped Wing TCraft DELUXE KIT Includes wood FIG cowi ss4seel pants landing gear window material hardware rolled plans Over dozen MIc-vIsAkats available Catalog $200 REIDS QUALITY MODEL PRODUCTS 30 Clifton St Phelps NY 14532 315-548-3779 FAX 548-4099 K&S METAL Aluminum/Brass/Copper Tubing & Shapes Music Wire oTods S Soldering Irons SNSilkSpan Finishing Materials SEND SIOO FOR PRICE UST AND CATAIO. KS 6917 RC Flight Training Beginner advanced tailored indMdual long-time modeler full size airplane flight instruc tor will maie progress fun easy during week stay beautiful far western North Carolina Write call information RC Flight Training 1635 Setawig Rd Brasstown NC 28902 704-389-8968
Edition: Model Aviation - 1998/06
Page Numbers: 132, 133, 134, 135, 136
FREE FLIGHT DURATION .S TIMERS The first gas model built back mid-1950s Zeek Although cant remember Atwoods used well remember eyedropper tank Back werent options limit engine run Eyedroppers coils clear fuel tubing allowed least some indication amount fuel Youd start model adjust needle valve refill eyedropper watch til level got down predetermined mark often predetermined test runs looks about right youd launch model hope engine ran long enough get model up high enough too long rate dreaded overrun wasnt very accurate engine run 15 seconds handlaunched 20 seconds ROG Rise Off Ground few seconds less wasnt bad John Tatones Tick-Off timer arrived scene Now accurate inexpensive $395 believe clockwork timer would squeeze off fuel line just right time course some teething problems such learning replace fuel tubing before got soft would stick closed also learn mount things soon found out cutting hole /16 sheet balsa side fuselage screwing down timer few small wood screws just wasnt best way timer would vibrate loose inside fuselage would become soaked castor oil also discovered timer start switch prone flop back stop position after launch resulting long overrun long chase usually lost model eventually learned mount timer better fuelproof inside fuselage bend start wire just enough wouldnt inadvertently go back hole dont remember ever cleaning lubricating old Tick-Off timers Perhaps combination strong mainspring good factory oiling made unnecessary too model life back before chase bikes tracking radios measured weeks years hi 1960s DT dethermalizer versions Tick-Off became available allowing accurate timing models flight fuse dethermalizer Power models meant two timers engine run another DT Meanwhile FAI Power fliers Europe experimenting clockwork timers control rudder stabilizer during enginerun portion flight Often timer homemade adaptations accessory camera self-timers such German Autoknips dethermalizer still required separate timer fuse Hans Seelig developed clockwork timer combined engine run autosurface control DT timer Available variety forms Seelig timers used two separate output shafts powered single mainspring 132 Model Aviation 4The timer Faust Parkers F1J model controls engine run auto rudder auto stab dethermalizer DT functions Neat installation Rex Hinsons FiB Wakefield model uses color-coded line ends timer lever arms Compact timer installation FlA towline glider uses flat scroll allowing entire mechanism hidden cover shaft contained three notched discs As rotated released levers turn released lines engine auto-rudder auto-stab adjusting discs shaft could easily accurately adjust time interval between functions well total engine run second shaft running slower speed fitted spiral-threaded scroll wire lever could placed different places along scroll give desired DT time Seelig timers soon became standard larger Power models especially FIC auto surface become almost mandatory version also produced FlA gliders clockwork timer necessity event circle-towing became popular clockwork timer could tow long wanted still get accurate DTan impossibility fuse dethermalizer Seelig bit heavy smaller models lead variety timers based Tomy toys Some commercially produced Australia homemade Tomy based timers light bit fragile vibration smallest Power models mid-1980s new type timer appeared Based Russian copy self-timer Leica camera timers used single slowly rotating shaft fitted both discs scroll result timer weighed about two-thirds much lightest Seelig bit filing weight could go lowerdown about 12 grams Free Flight timers made small batches modelers Soviet Union Poland Some brought back US modelers bought traded European contests Soon being imported several American suppliers Russian Polish timers use same basic mechanism An easy means identification two closely spaced screws front often partially hidden timer disc single screw rear can wide variety variations size shape face plate diameter number discs length scroll configuration release levers inside spring housing well escapement wiggler vary timer timer addition brass plates frame self-timer mechanism often filed ground down reduce weight Most timers designed control both auto-surface functions DT Most have shaft rotation about 45 seconds long enough allow DPR Delayed Prop Release VIT Variable Incidence Tailplane wing wiggler autorudder functions used modem FIB rubber model maximum DT time will depend length scroll timers can run seven nine minutes Some Texas Timers based same mechanism set up run faster allowing accurate timing engine run strictly engine timers DT function As with type mechanism timers need care attention Begin carefully examining end wire lever fits under disc use lOX loupe end wire should rounded off polished some better-quality timers come like have seen some simply clipped off pair wirecutters rough lever will cause drag disc slowing timer can also scratch gall back aluminum disc DT lever runs scroll also needs special attention timers wire makes right-angle bend ground flat Make sure wire smooth bears against scroll may need bend long portion wire slightly tracks properly Ive some timers wire didnt fit fully under scroll would pop out under load Ideally end wire should almost touch inside scroll scroll may also need some attention remove scroll disc loosen left-hand-thread screw center scroll Check scroll burrs shavings could interfere DT lever Remember lever will run against outside edge groove Also check bottom disc rough spots pay special attention sides notch Some timers come discs un-notched allow set up various functions just way want find easiest mark notches felt-tipped pen first Check times June 1998 133 Tick-Off timer no longer production controls engine run Frank Parmenters Nostalgia model pinching fuel line shut Canadian Fl B installation uses no face plate timer mounts underside removable pod Plastic tape holds pod place Variation Russian timer Valdimir Feoderov features knurled scroll easier winding assist springs levers SANYO BATTERY PACKS Receiver & Transmitter Packs Ni-Cds Ni-MH Acid TNR Technical Inc Irvine CA800-490-8418 Sanford FL800-346-0601 Use OCEAN SOFTWARE AERO VOLT - help save AERO VOLT -your plane Theis SMT on-board battery monitor plugs spare receiver channel Y-harness 3 green & yellow LEDs show battery condition super bright red LED means recharge now No adjustments Easy install Precision components throughout 4 cell NiCad standard custom units available Prewired Airsronics/Futaha/JR specify order See hobby store order direct $1995 -1- $200 S&H Send check money order no charge cards Dealers invited OCEAN SOFTWARE INC Tel 978/977-9011 190 Bartholomew Street Peabod MA 01960 stopwatch observing mark disc passes over wire remove discs notch small file Mounting timer important consistent operation easy maintenance have now standardized 0-80 machine screws Most timers mount either two three screws through faceplate Begin cutting undersized hole fuselage pylon desired location balsa fuselage should reinforced 1AQ plywood cut same shape timer faceplate Fiberglass pylons usually need reinforcement Make timer hole just big enough install timer leaving plenty material under edges faceplate sure dont cut away material underneath mounting holes Mark location mounting holes Next cut some pieces As thick aluminum about inch Youll need mounting hole Drill tAs hole near end help key place Epoxy pieces aluminum place inside fiberglass pylon carefully positioning center piece aluminum directly lined up mounting hole location job structural epoxynot five-minute stuff Since balsa-to-aluminum joint isnt strong may want use piece As plywood reinforcement inside Its good idea think through installation timer before model completely assembled Wakefields install timer start switch pylon before attaching pylon fuselage After epoxy hard carefully drill tap mounting holes 0-80 screws sure seal wood timer compartment Although good bit trouble using wood screws allows timer removed cleaned replaced repeatedly wood screws holes soon get enlarged screws dont hold 134 Model Aviation RDIRDS 97 BIRDS OF PREY # THUNDER IN THESI NEW ENCLAND SCALE $1995 EACH PRIORITY AVAIL T0 AMR PRODUCTIONS P0 9011813 TOAIS RIVER MI 08754 je forget units remember! NOT JUST CHARGERS~ COMPLETE AUTOUA TIC BATTERY MAINTENANCE SYSTEMS ca Ra Products 21 Urban Dr P0 Box 436 Painesville OH 44077 216-639-8274 Hrs 912 27 ICentral Timel SASE information ers inquiries invited Ru & HP ENGINES MADE IN USA MOdERN RIC & OLd TiME ViNTAqE SEND $100 FOR OUR NEW 64 PAGE CATALOG OF ENGINES PARTS ACCESSORIES AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION RJL factory parts source engines RJL Engines--- German HB Engines --- MECOA HPHirlenberger Engines HGK Engines Krafl 61 -- Conquesl 15 --- Taipan 40 Testor McCoy Series 21 Black Head Finned Case Kavan --- Forter Engtnes --- Mulunuc Engines SR IiiiIiiSfFieS 1J 5oxff SluM MSd IZfDlIJ2 Phone 626 359-0016 FAX 626 301 0298 Websile wwwmeCOaCOm l RJL@mecoacom Worlds Best 1/2-A R/C Laser Cut Kits _______ kit designed 2 4 channel RIC using 049 061 engine outstanding kits feature wood construction Laser Cut Parts Tab Notch construction quick accurate assembly 3-D Cad design precision parts fit Quality hardware pack Computer drawn plans Peel stick markings Complete step step instruction manual Made USA Bw airplane verformance small model budgetHerr engineering Corp 1431 Chaffee Dr Suite 3 Tituaville FL 32780 407 264-2488 worlds leader Laser Cut model aircraft WWWIFLYHERRCOM timer place run lines various auto functions Its good idea color-code lines respective levers avoid mistakes hooking up lines can use paint insulation stripped telephone wire will also need make some kind start mark timer faceplate indicate set timerto same exact point time have good luck using fine-point permanent marker mark both faceplate disc Once have timer installed practice hooking up lines starting timer can adjust function times loosening screw scroll remember its left-handed rotating discs slightly Adjust DT time placing lever different slots may need loosen screw rotate scroll slightly well should done before get field Cleaning Its good idea clean brand-new timer before using also should get habit cleaning timer frequently between flying sessions Think dont need would believe some timers Ive seen removed airplanes says Hank Nystrom imports Texas Timer whole thing absolutely filthy oil dirt balsa dust weed seeds no way works can function like clean timer Hank suggests using aerosol brake cleaner available auto parts store nasty stuff use outside dont get skin have using Coleman lantern fuel years good bit safer though its still flammable keep small jar handy dunk timer pair tweezers pull out let air-dry clean sheet typing paper 11 V 1 gm II --- 102 DUKE---96 FULL KITS VISA 1/3SCALEPITTS---72 GRINGO---82 SEMI-KITS ard MPHi SEE YOUR LOCAL HOBBYDEALER IF UNAVAILABLE LOCALLY SEND TO Bru Line Industries Inc PO Box 3788 Center Line Michigan 48015 Add $250 shipping igan residents add 4% sales tax rKJTES~ FREE COLOR CATALOG Choose over 200 exc t ng k tes e unusual & nnovatve des gns Call write catalog todayl Into Wind 541-0314 1408-MA Pearl St Boulder CO 80302 L N Be7 99 beUO lee leep relax WALSTON RETRIEVAL SYSTEMS 725 Cooper Lake Rd SE Smyrna GA 30082 770-4344905 860-657-4672 Fax 770-431-0119 Visa AmEx Tune station 1120 Wrigley Way Milpitas California 95035 Voice/Fax 408 946-4751 408 WINGS-Si LOOK no further fully molded sailplane needs RnR offer selection high performance sailplanes will address specific requirements F3BThermal Duration Slope Cross Country Mark Allen designed World Championship F3B EAGLE now being produced RnR its new lower price RnR sailplane enjoys design construction enhancements 1997 RnRs composite molded technology provides unique blend strength weight optimization Noticeable results found through increased durability torsional stability stiffness incorporated wing fuselage tail section also offer selection parts joiner systems scratch builders out catch latest visuals specifications competitive pricing RnRs sailplanes contact RnR RnR skys limit. June1998 135 BUILD FIGHTER WIND VANES FULL 5pei PROPS PJGines Build Great Fi1ind Vanes Yard Field 24 Inch Wing Span Color Pics Plan Send $200 -emSe ALL FIBERGLASS PREMIER DISTRIBUTING205-974-1307 http/Ihiwaaynet/- rfrady DELTA WINGS * * Long Engine Life * * Use BRU LINE Air Cleaner Completely Fuel Proof Nylon Rubber Parts Cat No 102 Air Cleaner Coarse $299 Cat No 202 Air Cleaner Fine $299 Replacement Inserts Cat No 104 PkI2 Inserts Coarse $239 Cat No 204 PkI2 Inserts Fine *239 FITS MOST ENGINES 25and UP paper towel hurry can carefully blow-dry compressed air Lubricate timer good synthetic oil such Dukies Timer Oil available Doug Galbreath Labelle oil can found hobby shops sell model railroad supplies no case should ever use WD-40 household oil Lubricate pivot ends gear gear teeth Too much oil will attract dirt piece fine music wire makes good oiler will also need lubricate spring Some timers have slot timer cover allows access oiling others cover must removed sometimes prying loose Andriukov timer has best cover slip-on rimmed piece easy remove replace Never wind ____________________________________ timer cover off After timer cleaned lubricated run few times Listen _________________________________ way sounds remember Out field can usually tell timer dirty way sounds dirty timer will also run erratically ____________________________________check stopwatch well 4_____________________________________Sources Doug Galbreath 3408 Topsail P1. Davis CA 95616 Seelig timers oil Starline International 6146 E Cactus Wren Rd Scottsdale AZ 85253 Andriukov Feodorov timers Hank Nystrom 3317 Pine Timbers Dr Johnson City TN 37604 Texas Timers Small Parts Inc. 13980 NW 58th Court Box 4650 Miami Lakes FL 330 14-0650 ___________________________________0-80 screws taps 1M ~mthe Giants Help Promote Join NMdbN6~N i HIG NonCompetitive ,., ing Large RIC Air Craft AA membership includes quarterly magazine High Flight __________________ __________ MEMBERSHIP APPLICATiON NEW J RENEWAL Date 19 Yearly Dues $1500 USA $2000 US Canada & Mexico $3000 US Elsewhere Make CHECK MONEY ORDER Payable INTERNATiONAL MINIATURE AIRCRAFT ASSOCIATION INC I Name _________________ Phone ___________ _____________________________ Street ____________________________ _________________________________________ P0 Box/Route Box __________________ _________ AMAState/Province ________________Zip IMAA _______Number________ MAAC _______Chapter L TO IMAA Secretary DON E VINEYARD HilkIale Road na KS 67401 136 Model Aviation 4CREATIVE 4338 Auslin Blvd Island Park NY 11558 CANOPIES T 516/431-4127 Fax 516/889-2682 Oc msiultote & seck.7. sescia oiler systems tease tull ft ol esces sones wit ss osodot mild Cat lao mail LI pisos ycit order II eive yci lies catalog Made USA GIANT KITS Span- 76-83 Area- ttOO 12 lbs $22995 S/il Clipped Wing TCraft DELUXE KIT Includes wood FIG cowi ss4seel pants landing gear window material hardware rolled plans Over dozen MIc-vIsAkats available Catalog $200 REIDS QUALITY MODEL PRODUCTS 30 Clifton St Phelps NY 14532 315-548-3779 FAX 548-4099 K&S METAL Aluminum/Brass/Copper Tubing & Shapes Music Wire oTods S Soldering Irons SNSilkSpan Finishing Materials SEND SIOO FOR PRICE UST AND CATAIO. KS 6917 RC Flight Training Beginner advanced tailored indMdual long-time modeler full size airplane flight instruc tor will maie progress fun easy during week stay beautiful far western North Carolina Write call information RC Flight Training 1635 Setawig Rd Brasstown NC 28902 704-389-8968
Edition: Model Aviation - 1998/06
Page Numbers: 132, 133, 134, 135, 136
FREE FLIGHT DURATION .S TIMERS The first gas model built back mid-1950s Zeek Although cant remember Atwoods used well remember eyedropper tank Back werent options limit engine run Eyedroppers coils clear fuel tubing allowed least some indication amount fuel Youd start model adjust needle valve refill eyedropper watch til level got down predetermined mark often predetermined test runs looks about right youd launch model hope engine ran long enough get model up high enough too long rate dreaded overrun wasnt very accurate engine run 15 seconds handlaunched 20 seconds ROG Rise Off Ground few seconds less wasnt bad John Tatones Tick-Off timer arrived scene Now accurate inexpensive $395 believe clockwork timer would squeeze off fuel line just right time course some teething problems such learning replace fuel tubing before got soft would stick closed also learn mount things soon found out cutting hole /16 sheet balsa side fuselage screwing down timer few small wood screws just wasnt best way timer would vibrate loose inside fuselage would become soaked castor oil also discovered timer start switch prone flop back stop position after launch resulting long overrun long chase usually lost model eventually learned mount timer better fuelproof inside fuselage bend start wire just enough wouldnt inadvertently go back hole dont remember ever cleaning lubricating old Tick-Off timers Perhaps combination strong mainspring good factory oiling made unnecessary too model life back before chase bikes tracking radios measured weeks years hi 1960s DT dethermalizer versions Tick-Off became available allowing accurate timing models flight fuse dethermalizer Power models meant two timers engine run another DT Meanwhile FAI Power fliers Europe experimenting clockwork timers control rudder stabilizer during enginerun portion flight Often timer homemade adaptations accessory camera self-timers such German Autoknips dethermalizer still required separate timer fuse Hans Seelig developed clockwork timer combined engine run autosurface control DT timer Available variety forms Seelig timers used two separate output shafts powered single mainspring 132 Model Aviation 4The timer Faust Parkers F1J model controls engine run auto rudder auto stab dethermalizer DT functions Neat installation Rex Hinsons FiB Wakefield model uses color-coded line ends timer lever arms Compact timer installation FlA towline glider uses flat scroll allowing entire mechanism hidden cover shaft contained three notched discs As rotated released levers turn released lines engine auto-rudder auto-stab adjusting discs shaft could easily accurately adjust time interval between functions well total engine run second shaft running slower speed fitted spiral-threaded scroll wire lever could placed different places along scroll give desired DT time Seelig timers soon became standard larger Power models especially FIC auto surface become almost mandatory version also produced FlA gliders clockwork timer necessity event circle-towing became popular clockwork timer could tow long wanted still get accurate DTan impossibility fuse dethermalizer Seelig bit heavy smaller models lead variety timers based Tomy toys Some commercially produced Australia homemade Tomy based timers light bit fragile vibration smallest Power models mid-1980s new type timer appeared Based Russian copy self-timer Leica camera timers used single slowly rotating shaft fitted both discs scroll result timer weighed about two-thirds much lightest Seelig bit filing weight could go lowerdown about 12 grams Free Flight timers made small batches modelers Soviet Union Poland Some brought back US modelers bought traded European contests Soon being imported several American suppliers Russian Polish timers use same basic mechanism An easy means identification two closely spaced screws front often partially hidden timer disc single screw rear can wide variety variations size shape face plate diameter number discs length scroll configuration release levers inside spring housing well escapement wiggler vary timer timer addition brass plates frame self-timer mechanism often filed ground down reduce weight Most timers designed control both auto-surface functions DT Most have shaft rotation about 45 seconds long enough allow DPR Delayed Prop Release VIT Variable Incidence Tailplane wing wiggler autorudder functions used modem FIB rubber model maximum DT time will depend length scroll timers can run seven nine minutes Some Texas Timers based same mechanism set up run faster allowing accurate timing engine run strictly engine timers DT function As with type mechanism timers need care attention Begin carefully examining end wire lever fits under disc use lOX loupe end wire should rounded off polished some better-quality timers come like have seen some simply clipped off pair wirecutters rough lever will cause drag disc slowing timer can also scratch gall back aluminum disc DT lever runs scroll also needs special attention timers wire makes right-angle bend ground flat Make sure wire smooth bears against scroll may need bend long portion wire slightly tracks properly Ive some timers wire didnt fit fully under scroll would pop out under load Ideally end wire should almost touch inside scroll scroll may also need some attention remove scroll disc loosen left-hand-thread screw center scroll Check scroll burrs shavings could interfere DT lever Remember lever will run against outside edge groove Also check bottom disc rough spots pay special attention sides notch Some timers come discs un-notched allow set up various functions just way want find easiest mark notches felt-tipped pen first Check times June 1998 133 Tick-Off timer no longer production controls engine run Frank Parmenters Nostalgia model pinching fuel line shut Canadian Fl B installation uses no face plate timer mounts underside removable pod Plastic tape holds pod place Variation Russian timer Valdimir Feoderov features knurled scroll easier winding assist springs levers SANYO BATTERY PACKS Receiver & Transmitter Packs Ni-Cds Ni-MH Acid TNR Technical Inc Irvine CA800-490-8418 Sanford FL800-346-0601 Use OCEAN SOFTWARE AERO VOLT - help save AERO VOLT -your plane Theis SMT on-board battery monitor plugs spare receiver channel Y-harness 3 green & yellow LEDs show battery condition super bright red LED means recharge now No adjustments Easy install Precision components throughout 4 cell NiCad standard custom units available Prewired Airsronics/Futaha/JR specify order See hobby store order direct $1995 -1- $200 S&H Send check money order no charge cards Dealers invited OCEAN SOFTWARE INC Tel 978/977-9011 190 Bartholomew Street Peabod MA 01960 stopwatch observing mark disc passes over wire remove discs notch small file Mounting timer important consistent operation easy maintenance have now standardized 0-80 machine screws Most timers mount either two three screws through faceplate Begin cutting undersized hole fuselage pylon desired location balsa fuselage should reinforced 1AQ plywood cut same shape timer faceplate Fiberglass pylons usually need reinforcement Make timer hole just big enough install timer leaving plenty material under edges faceplate sure dont cut away material underneath mounting holes Mark location mounting holes Next cut some pieces As thick aluminum about inch Youll need mounting hole Drill tAs hole near end help key place Epoxy pieces aluminum place inside fiberglass pylon carefully positioning center piece aluminum directly lined up mounting hole location job structural epoxynot five-minute stuff Since balsa-to-aluminum joint isnt strong may want use piece As plywood reinforcement inside Its good idea think through installation timer before model completely assembled Wakefields install timer start switch pylon before attaching pylon fuselage After epoxy hard carefully drill tap mounting holes 0-80 screws sure seal wood timer compartment Although good bit trouble using wood screws allows timer removed cleaned replaced repeatedly wood screws holes soon get enlarged screws dont hold 134 Model Aviation RDIRDS 97 BIRDS OF PREY # THUNDER IN THESI NEW ENCLAND SCALE $1995 EACH PRIORITY AVAIL T0 AMR PRODUCTIONS P0 9011813 TOAIS RIVER MI 08754 je forget units remember! 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