Radio Control E lectrics Bob Kopski THIS COLUMNis very hard write Its isnt enough write about rather its too much column being limited length combined abundance Electric info growing number readers experience levels makes monthly trip down guilt lane simply cant include enough example continuous stream newly-interested modelers need basic information same time large number well-experienced fliers wanting advanced information theres entire interest range between plus new product info reader inputs contribu tions Electric meets report more just cant folks just know try seems Im permanent member editors Slist thats shorten-it list Electric rules Based incoming mail recently-increasing interest Electric model competition Readers asking Elec tric events suggestions AMA again considering Electric events rules its com mittee think because Electric has grown up very rapidly past two years Yes think finally past Does fly stage Personally Ive always defended two points A Delay rules Spread idea ela tion Electric far wide firstotherwise rules wont matter B When its finally time AMA competi tion rules keep simple suitable everyone Well think time hand think theres now both enough accumulated experi ence active participation Electric war rant establishment first-time AMA rules Electric takes care point above continue very deep convic tion initial rules must simple equitable nature promote Electric everyone absolutely positively discourage rules favor can afford buy trophies think know what mean may hold unique advantaged position Electric modeling community have opportunity share information column hear return years Ive closely associat ed what has become largest Electric meet anywherethe annual KRC Electric Fly Ive recently asked someone associated AMA Electric Advisory Committee thoughts rules order develop sincere meaningful response reflected great length 1985 Electric Fly experi encea no-rules low-key fun-fly activity 60 participants 120 es data input cant recall model type interest well-represent edwith possible exception Pylon Race specialty Everything should made simple possible simpler --- Albert Einstein began think might have struc tured Electric competitive events rules everyone models 85 meet could have participatedon spotwith no forewarning other words knowing now what set goal task con ceiving events would have given modelers reasonably competitive chance us ing models abilities resources huge variety kinds modelssport Scale OT Sailplanes aerobatic kinds power systems American imports economy full range experience-levels Electric beginners highly-experienced modelers pretended now-past Electric Fly laboratory sorts make everything work competitive en vironment such hope no would complain Surely some kinds events rules could made accommodate imag med requirement such events rules would indeed candidates first-time national AMA considerationbecause nearly half nation represented 23 statesand Canada Despite best intentions know perfectly well everyone will fully satisfied what follows Its way life dont think anyone can argue intent events rules accommodate modelers models possiblesomething especially important first-time AMA involvement Remember AMA rules con tinually evolve update revision Whats needed now simple start grow Future growth change certain Also want make clear am neither nor against individual com pany fact what follows totally own thinking rather blend ideas both others First I think initial AMA RC Electric rules should establish three categories 1 RC Electric Duration 2 RC Electric Aero batic 3 RC Electric Scale Second I think initial AMA RC Electric rules should permit within category plane motor nickel-cadmium battery/charge technique basic approach would have accommo dated modeler model remem beron spotat 1985 KRC Electric Fly So does work What particulars 1 RC Electric Duration likely Another 01 Phillippe Ciholas beautiful planes L original Sparkf ire Wingspan 67 weight is861A oz power system same Citabria Power system weighs 50 oz Gus Janger Philadelphia PAR holds Don Srull-inspired modified Sparky AMA plan No 414 Gus used Playboy wing since its larger original Power Leisure gear drive 116 prop six 12 Ah Ni-Cd cells Gus extremely good builder enjoys sport flying 52 Model Aviation popular category can catchall Come fly anything can subdivid ed depending interest local level Sailplane OT example Im herein suggesting simple initial Duration rules flexible accommodate wide range models prevailing local conditions As youll see duration means time flight however accomplishedthermals goes like Participants allowed plane/power system charge-up day model-type grouping meet flown roundssay threewhere contestants called must fly rotation frequencies allow Cant stick buddy pin round has max say five minutes includes motor run makes very easy timer contestant may apply power wishes throughout flight alone decides expend battery resource round know ing charge must get through rounds case max landing must made within minute expediency pur poses flights score second t forfeit Precision landing required optiontheres no point forcing beginning Electric competitors put power end planes jeopardybut option exists extra points too power may used pilots discretion See told simple hardest part see logisticsmaking sure everyones satisfaction planes get charge set rounds An impound may warranted simple roped-off collection area should Now just imagine challenge hot shotwho may otherwise willing able spend motor battery flighthas no particular advantage Someone less costly glamorous system still has quite competitive opportunity Theres buHt-in encouragement learn about charging better say least Theres room piloting skill Remem ber skill Theres room some luck too thats encouraging less-experienced pilots Theres room strategizing . should add cells therefore weight should go lower wing loading .. air Should use power stretch time round save battery next round ould use high-power system short high-climbing power bursts should use low power-expenditure get fight time motor run hink could hit spot power up go aroundbut tank getting low Deci sions decisions Oh fun decisions Get idea numbers used above examples Perhaps local CD would choose sevenminute maxesor four rounds instead threeor charge-up morning round set another afternoon set whatever approach has flexibility com Continued page 152 will amazed performance gained using simple inexpen sive improvementl FREE MOVEMENT 450 STRONG AND LIGHTWEIGHT COMPLETELY FUELPROOF COMPATABLE WITH ALL IRON-ON MATERIALS COME5 IN 3 FT LENGTHS SMALL 118 ORPRIcE 3 ft $250 LARGE 114 CUT 1/4 DEEP SLIT ALOVIIG THE F14L LENGTH OF THE MATRIG &RIFIJCES EASY TO INSTALL 2 RISTALL HRIGEUSE STRAIGHT RI' 10 MAKE SMALL bOLE EVERY RICH OR SODRIP CYAAOACRYLATE GLUE IN HOLESCAPELARY ACTiON V4LL CARRY GLUE - ALONG ENTIRE JORIT 3 FOR ADDITIONAL SEWRIT1 RISERT SMALL PIN EVERY FEW RICHES CUT OFF FLUSH FILL AND SAND AS NEEDED FOR FINISHING Send Free info fine products FOURMOST PRODUCTS 4040 24th Avenue Forest Grove OR 97116 June 1986 53 Correction Last month gave address Electric Aeromodeling Association EAA incorrectly should EAA PO Box 9 Midway City CA 92655 - s]] eacn Ave Marina Del Rey iA 2 l Using bid Fashioned Wing HingesGO will gain control efficiency eliminating gap between moveable stationary control surfaces GAPLESS HiNGE SLOlTER Simplifies installation Gapless Hinges A Makes slots 4 Sizes sI Balsa 5 S5 CE $250 r MPG OF NI-STARTER $2995 Charger PLEASE SPECIFY WHICH CHARGER WHEN ORDERING L TORK revolutionary concept power 1 planes using glow fuel engines TI enough reduce compression cad comes e new C/b chi cherging also has removable T Over 50 consecutive starts full onto plug positive connection Sen free shipping handling 152 Model Aviation STARTER 5V glow plugs model cars boats air IRK STARTERITMI has steal wrench strong Ir starting supplies power doing rger has LED indicate unit andle can used Torque amplifier charge rechargeable hundreds times Clips ad along pre-payrnent receive TORK-STARTER $2995 Charger Ii by 220V 12V Fast Chargerl $2095 Without Charger CHARGERS $1296 Charger Only Ill CV 220V 1 2V Fast Charger 3011464-2260 work ench make notes weights build will give insight eight buildups occur selecting desig mber simple ones easier build light SAM rules permit structural modifica tions strengthen lighten long done character original design means can increase reduce struc ural members use lighter stronger materials add delete members cann pt substitute slab-sided fuselage builtup nor can turbulator spars substituted planked leading edges keeping character original planning lighten model re member must structurally strong consistent winner cant have well-sdjusted model must rebuild after few flights Also must rigid enough avpid flutter deflection during power run wherefore place start weight redution wing spar matter fact will probably have beefed up Rathr places start weight reduc tion heavy items may able save nore using lighter wheels total weiglt wing spars Very thin service able heels can made balsa little AinT plywood smaller models Also bottoms aluminum drink cans can make neat lightweight 1% 2%-in wheels faced plywood Smaller batteries another method saving lots weight big Texaco 100 mAh batteries may used charged field unit between flights Remember model well-trimmed 90% time will moving servos AA Texaco limited-engine-run events largest battery needed 225 mAb pack little reason use large servos red-hot models World Engines 5-224 servos adequate SAM mode use Ohlsson 60-powered model well-designed control system light n quires low actuation forces After aren i required perform aerobatics SAM models required ability trii efficient flight guidance th areas lift Use enough control surfa e area deflection control mode conditions under will flown Note Futaba S-33s Ace Micro servm similar World S-22A B Fueler Isplice line NEW E-Z FUEL ERft A Receptical lapprox 1/4 die 18 dard 5/32 ter Scale application Standale Aircraft offers EZ-Fueling Reasonable Price istic Appearance Installed Lightwight z hmount $250 plus $ 50 postage handling STANDALE AIRCRAFT CO 2648 Thornwood S W Wyoming M149509 have kit review March 1986 issue Flying Models should interest anyone considering first RC Old-Timer avid enthusiast looking new project reviewed Champion Model Products Powerhouse found kit marvel quality excellent prefabrication classic Sal Taibi design treated well kit makes absolutely dandy flier originally powered OS 61 fourstroker astonished its overpowered behavior design perfectly legal SAM competition sort power cer tainly flies realistically lots fun 35-size Davis Diesel conversion Id suspect 46-size four-stroker would just about ideal Just fun bulk months photos Powerhouses forms over country Another TIS Whats TIS Transistorized ig nition system As mentioned previous col umn availability ignition-engine timer parts Micro Model Engineering theyre MAs advertisers look up ad others has set off bunch activity fliers running old sparkers RC Assist O-T Some very distinct catastroph ic problems can encountered sparkers used RC models old-fashioned coiland-condenser ignition used Several manufacturers have made transis torized ignition units available cure radio frequency RF problems recently received TIS being imported England Strieglers RC Supply 5831 McNight Houston TX 77035 manufactured same Dunham Engineering Orwick Elfin other replica engines Bert Striegler also importing lays out nice fat spark draws bit current units Kustom Kraftsmanship CHS Contact Strieglers brochure TIS replica engines Dee B Mathews 909 N Maize Rd Town house 734 Wichita KS 87212 RC Electrics/Kopski Continued page 53 bined basic do-abilityfor everyone As side comment its likely first-time local meets will draw limited partici pation nearly limited rules establish motor and/or model sizes number cells limited motor runs Continued page 154 12421 Ransom Dr Glenn Dale MD 20769 IRE WHEELS ED& REALISTIC Custom built seamless machined rims Deirin bearings two sizes 8 Nieuport & Triplane 96 5 Proctor model$3596 Send 6O complete literature price list o kits ac cessories Im nIt really selling subscriptions work way ti rough school may seem odd R/C WORLD Family Vacation Something Everyone Spacious two three bedroom fully furnished condominums just bring suitcase Swimming Pool & Whirlpool Spa Lighted Tennis Courts 100 acre flying field Paved Runway Taxiway & Pit Area Enclosed hangar control tower Golf course nearby Minutes Disney World Epcot other major attractions Available daily weekly monthly Call Today make RIG World next vacation spot 305 648-5383 additional information mail coupon K L Property Management PO Box 560846 Orlando FL 32856 call 308 648-5383 Name 1 81 World Soaring Champ DWIGHT HOLLEY FEATURES anes lous Electric Planes Sajlp ASTROP JONT MOTORS IN STOCK everyl natural portant Thats virtuall approa 15 SCVI Motor secondt max good immedi d power-i motor-i therma does ut oppose AMA 7 Electrk Read about larg med could count vi tric mc 2 Aer pose 5 has tine ea several Usin allow maneti requirt far point-I points thri accom batter routint maxim squeez ble Tl impres power allocat power ai SANYO SANYOB attery Special eigh 36 Grams Cut Offeells ir Price Red Jacket Cut Off cells Weigh 62 Grams $340 1200MAH 2 New Super Cells Sanyo - $350 5CR Cut Off cells $375 39 Grams 3/4 length 1200s same dia deliver least 960 MAH sill deliver great amperage quickly LEYS SILENT FLIGHT 203 748-0083 IESTNUT RIDGE RQ0 BETHEL CT 06801 ROFLIGHT ER R 0 0 0 Cl Ce 0 2 0 w Ce m -l 0 z C I-4 m hing welcome approach just y brings Out interestvery im initially Thats what Id like see chat Id like participate myself sure can build equip fly anything choose does proposal compare other hea approach has used n-cell Sailplane Another OT tin time limited example 45 minute Theres specified flight precision landing Sounds ight Vtrong limited motor run 2tely excludes contention have costly highest tandling systems Also limited un pretty much makes exclusively ling event Duration approach tI absolutely positively vehemently power blast approach initial tiles would have eliminated % potential participants Fly last sentence again think says attendees est meet world imag vas developing events rules ot have effectively competed cellnd/or run-time rules used ry attendees 23 states Canada lel representative of Elec iclers country ibatic event like others pro Ilows Electric used pilot time wants fly personal roti h flight round can course rounds depending participation g existing AMA RC Pattern experience pilot selection standard ers chosen sequence fixed pattern Think freestyle individuals program goes Assign alue standard maneuver ifficult tasks being worth possible Permit maneuver flown two e times pilots discretion nodates pilots limited repertoire se competitor will use fuel supply charge wisely tailoring flight end-to-end maneuvers designed ze charge economy interest ng good maneuvers possi e pilot may have decide some very tive high-point-potential high ipending stunt better choice ng available power over several frugal lower-point-value maneuvers proach provides opportunity xercise both strategy skill Simple QUAY BARMA MOOEIS 4114 SHOESTRINGems SEMI-KiT $1199s\~ KIT515495 l.fiI2d Felek SEMIKIT $11995 Rivets KIT$15495 tPOXY/GLASS/FOAM/BALSA CONSTRIJCTTON WITH DRAWINGS AND DATA FOR FORMULA 120 PYLON SPORT OR STANDOFF SCALE FULL OR SEMIKITS CoorYmic 8 10 lbs iiRht Wliid 790 sq wing area SEMIKIT $10995 60 2 stroke 12 4 stroke KIT $14495 skit prices plus shipping ecredit cards welcome io residents add 6i S 12161 7774172 27106 Butternut RidgeNorth Olmated Ohio 44070 Get idea Again approach allows partici pate now initially formative years AMA RC Electric rules doesnt matter whether models big small handlaunched or cells used Such things matter Following approach few years will give everyone good get-acquainted chance see whats reasonable expect Electric Aerobatic Eventually specialized Electric Acrobatic designs will emerge skill class ifications Novice c will needed will very exciting inspir ing simple beginning needed first What could simplerat startthan fly ing whatever modelers have available ready now 3 Scale Scale what modeling about RC Electric Scale natural initial rules lets start off equiva lent Sport Scale thinking Remember objective simply Scale new fangled stuff Electric Scale Im sure some would-be competitive Electric Scale modelers held back because havent tried Electric yet dont want take major Precision Scale project dubious power source non-existent event Given lesser building-investment reasonable competitive opportunity show stuff potential Electric Scale modelers easily tempted test Electric waters event like others can grow something else couple years experience interest level dictate right now nothing no rules grow proposal seed proposal Just bring whatever Electric Scale job have have try philosophy would have accommodated approximately 22 Scale jobs kinds sizes power systems capabilities Electric Fly Get idea 4 Pylon Sorry about terest group may feel left out Its Pylon have no Pylon experience exposure cant write knowledgeable position Pylon better left know what speak Besides what little know Pylon would work well preferred plane motor battery etc philosophyits really suited onesize motor/battery approach Also best can determine Pylon may yet enjoy same popularity categories described above FiBally Ive done Ive finally taken SANYO NB0OARV NEW Low N1200SCF Nov N-9005C Both weig N900SCw N900SCR ELECTRIC MODEL & SAILPLANE SPECIALISTS1101 FEATURING ONLY STATE OF THE ART ITEMS CALL OR WRITE FOR FREE DESCRIPTIVE FLYER 151 Cl ADAMS SPEED CONTROLLERS PNER IL Nw U Only Way Fly Fabtronics Mark 3 CDI pointless system Tremendous Fuel Savings Less Mess No burned-out plugs Better idle Works Great Most 2 4 Cycle Engines AutomatIc Spark control now available 4 cycle englnas Complete Systam IBatteries nell . 69 ladd $3 post handl Send $1 Brochure Ref undable Purchase FABTRONICS 375 isle Royale Rd Gaiesburg IL 61401 itttetcstcd /p V5- Zip Code 15A Antenna Gives Hidden Performance Gone forever nightmare heli-flier dreads stepping 3 foot tenna ripping off front prized chopper just its ready fly Base loaded shoit WHIP ANTENNA gives Thidden performance Less 7 ionit can mounted project front helicopter inside canopy virtually invisible RRAAA UGOEL PRODUCTS 23981 CRAFTSMAN RD218 VERNON ROAD CALABASAS CA 91302GREENVILLE PA 18125 818 992-0195 588-1321 stand Im truly sorry has stepped anyones toes such intent competitive fun everyoneunder simple first-time AMA guidance invite reaction realize lot detail left fill feel its basic thinking approach counts Local CDs should able run basics fill own blanks now encourage groups planning Elec tric meet consider offerings give tryyoull draw largest response possible because no outruled Please forward comment question SASE please author Bob Kopski 25 West End Dr Lansdale PA 19446 Query How readers would interest ed economy-quality reprints past MA Electric features columns make no promisesI need reaction first small pieces plywood epoxied fuselage cables will usually go directly horns rudder sometimes will have transit through another bellcrank pushrod elevator controls such cases keep mind cables pushrod should right angles bellcrank control surface neutral position same thing applies bellcrank pushrod servo end Voyager elevator system would efficient run upper cable through another single pulley located top bellcrank characteristic cable systems can tolerate misalignment rigid pushrod would doesnt pay take too much advantage fact Now weve got servos belleranks pulleys horns worked out its time think about linking together fishing leader bought fer rules crimping tool will come will quickly realize ferrules nothing short pieces brass tubing maybe nickelplated could make yourself Fine Thats exactly what did once feel right size tubing use purpose ferrule help make non-slipping loop end cable first slip ferrule onto cable Next feed cable through selected hole bellcrank control horn whatever Pull four six inches cable through feed end cable back through ferrule Push ferrule up close bellcrank leave large enough loop cable free movement Loop free end cable four six inches up over toward bellerank feed end back through ferrule again Check photo see what mean Now pull free end through tight can holding ferrule position near belicrank Crimp ferrule down cable crimping tool best crimp twice near end rather once middle Now clip off free end cable close ferrule now have ab solutely secure connection cable bellcrank Earlier mentioned putting cable through selected hole bellcrank select right hole Easy aid three simple rules first rule two cables always equal distances center bellcrank second rule spacing should equal both ends cable third rule cables should spaced far apart possible practice means cable runs bellcrank bellcrank go corresponding holes end spacing runs bellcranks control horns determined spacing horns final comment Dont overdo ten sion cables obviously have tight enough prevent slop control sur faces dont have sing like violin Bob Beckman 8248 Holly Grove Ct Manassas VA 22110 prototype manageable subject Does have multi-bladed rotor head nose too short what about documentaton things should given plenty thought before sub ject chosen Documentation biggy dont have cant prove judges wonderful detailing didnt arrive via fantasyland So subject should have mini mum good three-view several quality col photographs showing surfaces pro totype good written description formation available libraries book stores businesses specialize docu mentation such Bob Bankas Scale Model ResearchContinued page 156 June 1986 155 Co Co 1 rn z 0 z 0 C 0 JJ 0 -D m I m 0 Q 0 -I CD C, 0 0 C 0 Cl 0 Co 01 0 N CD CO 0 Cii x 0 x N RC Helicopters/Jolly RC Giant Scale/Beckman Continued page 56 Continued page 55
Edition: Model Aviation - 1986/06
Page Numbers: 52, 53, 152, 154, 155
Radio Control E lectrics Bob Kopski THIS COLUMNis very hard write Its isnt enough write about rather its too much column being limited length combined abundance Electric info growing number readers experience levels makes monthly trip down guilt lane simply cant include enough example continuous stream newly-interested modelers need basic information same time large number well-experienced fliers wanting advanced information theres entire interest range between plus new product info reader inputs contribu tions Electric meets report more just cant folks just know try seems Im permanent member editors Slist thats shorten-it list Electric rules Based incoming mail recently-increasing interest Electric model competition Readers asking Elec tric events suggestions AMA again considering Electric events rules its com mittee think because Electric has grown up very rapidly past two years Yes think finally past Does fly stage Personally Ive always defended two points A Delay rules Spread idea ela tion Electric far wide firstotherwise rules wont matter B When its finally time AMA competi tion rules keep simple suitable everyone Well think time hand think theres now both enough accumulated experi ence active participation Electric war rant establishment first-time AMA rules Electric takes care point above continue very deep convic tion initial rules must simple equitable nature promote Electric everyone absolutely positively discourage rules favor can afford buy trophies think know what mean may hold unique advantaged position Electric modeling community have opportunity share information column hear return years Ive closely associat ed what has become largest Electric meet anywherethe annual KRC Electric Fly Ive recently asked someone associated AMA Electric Advisory Committee thoughts rules order develop sincere meaningful response reflected great length 1985 Electric Fly experi encea no-rules low-key fun-fly activity 60 participants 120 es data input cant recall model type interest well-represent edwith possible exception Pylon Race specialty Everything should made simple possible simpler --- Albert Einstein began think might have struc tured Electric competitive events rules everyone models 85 meet could have participatedon spotwith no forewarning other words knowing now what set goal task con ceiving events would have given modelers reasonably competitive chance us ing models abilities resources huge variety kinds modelssport Scale OT Sailplanes aerobatic kinds power systems American imports economy full range experience-levels Electric beginners highly-experienced modelers pretended now-past Electric Fly laboratory sorts make everything work competitive en vironment such hope no would complain Surely some kinds events rules could made accommodate imag med requirement such events rules would indeed candidates first-time national AMA considerationbecause nearly half nation represented 23 statesand Canada Despite best intentions know perfectly well everyone will fully satisfied what follows Its way life dont think anyone can argue intent events rules accommodate modelers models possiblesomething especially important first-time AMA involvement Remember AMA rules con tinually evolve update revision Whats needed now simple start grow Future growth change certain Also want make clear am neither nor against individual com pany fact what follows totally own thinking rather blend ideas both others First I think initial AMA RC Electric rules should establish three categories 1 RC Electric Duration 2 RC Electric Aero batic 3 RC Electric Scale Second I think initial AMA RC Electric rules should permit within category plane motor nickel-cadmium battery/charge technique basic approach would have accommo dated modeler model remem beron spotat 1985 KRC Electric Fly So does work What particulars 1 RC Electric Duration likely Another 01 Phillippe Ciholas beautiful planes L original Sparkf ire Wingspan 67 weight is861A oz power system same Citabria Power system weighs 50 oz Gus Janger Philadelphia PAR holds Don Srull-inspired modified Sparky AMA plan No 414 Gus used Playboy wing since its larger original Power Leisure gear drive 116 prop six 12 Ah Ni-Cd cells Gus extremely good builder enjoys sport flying 52 Model Aviation popular category can catchall Come fly anything can subdivid ed depending interest local level Sailplane OT example Im herein suggesting simple initial Duration rules flexible accommodate wide range models prevailing local conditions As youll see duration means time flight however accomplishedthermals goes like Participants allowed plane/power system charge-up day model-type grouping meet flown roundssay threewhere contestants called must fly rotation frequencies allow Cant stick buddy pin round has max say five minutes includes motor run makes very easy timer contestant may apply power wishes throughout flight alone decides expend battery resource round know ing charge must get through rounds case max landing must made within minute expediency pur poses flights score second t forfeit Precision landing required optiontheres no point forcing beginning Electric competitors put power end planes jeopardybut option exists extra points too power may used pilots discretion See told simple hardest part see logisticsmaking sure everyones satisfaction planes get charge set rounds An impound may warranted simple roped-off collection area should Now just imagine challenge hot shotwho may otherwise willing able spend motor battery flighthas no particular advantage Someone less costly glamorous system still has quite competitive opportunity Theres buHt-in encouragement learn about charging better say least Theres room piloting skill Remem ber skill Theres room some luck too thats encouraging less-experienced pilots Theres room strategizing . should add cells therefore weight should go lower wing loading .. air Should use power stretch time round save battery next round ould use high-power system short high-climbing power bursts should use low power-expenditure get fight time motor run hink could hit spot power up go aroundbut tank getting low Deci sions decisions Oh fun decisions Get idea numbers used above examples Perhaps local CD would choose sevenminute maxesor four rounds instead threeor charge-up morning round set another afternoon set whatever approach has flexibility com Continued page 152 will amazed performance gained using simple inexpen sive improvementl FREE MOVEMENT 450 STRONG AND LIGHTWEIGHT COMPLETELY FUELPROOF COMPATABLE WITH ALL IRON-ON MATERIALS COME5 IN 3 FT LENGTHS SMALL 118 ORPRIcE 3 ft $250 LARGE 114 CUT 1/4 DEEP SLIT ALOVIIG THE F14L LENGTH OF THE MATRIG &RIFIJCES EASY TO INSTALL 2 RISTALL HRIGEUSE STRAIGHT RI' 10 MAKE SMALL bOLE EVERY RICH OR SODRIP CYAAOACRYLATE GLUE IN HOLESCAPELARY ACTiON V4LL CARRY GLUE - ALONG ENTIRE JORIT 3 FOR ADDITIONAL SEWRIT1 RISERT SMALL PIN EVERY FEW RICHES CUT OFF FLUSH FILL AND SAND AS NEEDED FOR FINISHING Send Free info fine products FOURMOST PRODUCTS 4040 24th Avenue Forest Grove OR 97116 June 1986 53 Correction Last month gave address Electric Aeromodeling Association EAA incorrectly should EAA PO Box 9 Midway City CA 92655 - s]] eacn Ave Marina Del Rey iA 2 l Using bid Fashioned Wing HingesGO will gain control efficiency eliminating gap between moveable stationary control surfaces GAPLESS HiNGE SLOlTER Simplifies installation Gapless Hinges A Makes slots 4 Sizes sI Balsa 5 S5 CE $250 r MPG OF NI-STARTER $2995 Charger PLEASE SPECIFY WHICH CHARGER WHEN ORDERING L TORK revolutionary concept power 1 planes using glow fuel engines TI enough reduce compression cad comes e new C/b chi cherging also has removable T Over 50 consecutive starts full onto plug positive connection Sen free shipping handling 152 Model Aviation STARTER 5V glow plugs model cars boats air IRK STARTERITMI has steal wrench strong Ir starting supplies power doing rger has LED indicate unit andle can used Torque amplifier charge rechargeable hundreds times Clips ad along pre-payrnent receive TORK-STARTER $2995 Charger Ii by 220V 12V Fast Chargerl $2095 Without Charger CHARGERS $1296 Charger Only Ill CV 220V 1 2V Fast Charger 3011464-2260 work ench make notes weights build will give insight eight buildups occur selecting desig mber simple ones easier build light SAM rules permit structural modifica tions strengthen lighten long done character original design means can increase reduce struc ural members use lighter stronger materials add delete members cann pt substitute slab-sided fuselage builtup nor can turbulator spars substituted planked leading edges keeping character original planning lighten model re member must structurally strong consistent winner cant have well-sdjusted model must rebuild after few flights Also must rigid enough avpid flutter deflection during power run wherefore place start weight redution wing spar matter fact will probably have beefed up Rathr places start weight reduc tion heavy items may able save nore using lighter wheels total weiglt wing spars Very thin service able heels can made balsa little AinT plywood smaller models Also bottoms aluminum drink cans can make neat lightweight 1% 2%-in wheels faced plywood Smaller batteries another method saving lots weight big Texaco 100 mAh batteries may used charged field unit between flights Remember model well-trimmed 90% time will moving servos AA Texaco limited-engine-run events largest battery needed 225 mAb pack little reason use large servos red-hot models World Engines 5-224 servos adequate SAM mode use Ohlsson 60-powered model well-designed control system light n quires low actuation forces After aren i required perform aerobatics SAM models required ability trii efficient flight guidance th areas lift Use enough control surfa e area deflection control mode conditions under will flown Note Futaba S-33s Ace Micro servm similar World S-22A B Fueler Isplice line NEW E-Z FUEL ERft A Receptical lapprox 1/4 die 18 dard 5/32 ter Scale application Standale Aircraft offers EZ-Fueling Reasonable Price istic Appearance Installed Lightwight z hmount $250 plus $ 50 postage handling STANDALE AIRCRAFT CO 2648 Thornwood S W Wyoming M149509 have kit review March 1986 issue Flying Models should interest anyone considering first RC Old-Timer avid enthusiast looking new project reviewed Champion Model Products Powerhouse found kit marvel quality excellent prefabrication classic Sal Taibi design treated well kit makes absolutely dandy flier originally powered OS 61 fourstroker astonished its overpowered behavior design perfectly legal SAM competition sort power cer tainly flies realistically lots fun 35-size Davis Diesel conversion Id suspect 46-size four-stroker would just about ideal Just fun bulk months photos Powerhouses forms over country Another TIS Whats TIS Transistorized ig nition system As mentioned previous col umn availability ignition-engine timer parts Micro Model Engineering theyre MAs advertisers look up ad others has set off bunch activity fliers running old sparkers RC Assist O-T Some very distinct catastroph ic problems can encountered sparkers used RC models old-fashioned coiland-condenser ignition used Several manufacturers have made transis torized ignition units available cure radio frequency RF problems recently received TIS being imported England Strieglers RC Supply 5831 McNight Houston TX 77035 manufactured same Dunham Engineering Orwick Elfin other replica engines Bert Striegler also importing lays out nice fat spark draws bit current units Kustom Kraftsmanship CHS Contact Strieglers brochure TIS replica engines Dee B Mathews 909 N Maize Rd Town house 734 Wichita KS 87212 RC Electrics/Kopski Continued page 53 bined basic do-abilityfor everyone As side comment its likely first-time local meets will draw limited partici pation nearly limited rules establish motor and/or model sizes number cells limited motor runs Continued page 154 12421 Ransom Dr Glenn Dale MD 20769 IRE WHEELS ED& REALISTIC Custom built seamless machined rims Deirin bearings two sizes 8 Nieuport & Triplane 96 5 Proctor model$3596 Send 6O complete literature price list o kits ac cessories Im nIt really selling subscriptions work way ti rough school may seem odd R/C WORLD Family Vacation Something Everyone Spacious two three bedroom fully furnished condominums just bring suitcase Swimming Pool & Whirlpool Spa Lighted Tennis Courts 100 acre flying field Paved Runway Taxiway & Pit Area Enclosed hangar control tower Golf course nearby Minutes Disney World Epcot other major attractions Available daily weekly monthly Call Today make RIG World next vacation spot 305 648-5383 additional information mail coupon K L Property Management PO Box 560846 Orlando FL 32856 call 308 648-5383 Name 1 81 World Soaring Champ DWIGHT HOLLEY FEATURES anes lous Electric Planes Sajlp ASTROP JONT MOTORS IN STOCK everyl natural portant Thats virtuall approa 15 SCVI Motor secondt max good immedi d power-i motor-i therma does ut oppose AMA 7 Electrk Read about larg med could count vi tric mc 2 Aer pose 5 has tine ea several Usin allow maneti requirt far point-I points thri accom batter routint maxim squeez ble Tl impres power allocat power ai SANYO SANYOB attery Special eigh 36 Grams Cut Offeells ir Price Red Jacket Cut Off cells Weigh 62 Grams $340 1200MAH 2 New Super Cells Sanyo - $350 5CR Cut Off cells $375 39 Grams 3/4 length 1200s same dia deliver least 960 MAH sill deliver great amperage quickly LEYS SILENT FLIGHT 203 748-0083 IESTNUT RIDGE RQ0 BETHEL CT 06801 ROFLIGHT ER R 0 0 0 Cl Ce 0 2 0 w Ce m -l 0 z C I-4 m hing welcome approach just y brings Out interestvery im initially Thats what Id like see chat Id like participate myself sure can build equip fly anything choose does proposal compare other hea approach has used n-cell Sailplane Another OT tin time limited example 45 minute Theres specified flight precision landing Sounds ight Vtrong limited motor run 2tely excludes contention have costly highest tandling systems Also limited un pretty much makes exclusively ling event Duration approach tI absolutely positively vehemently power blast approach initial tiles would have eliminated % potential participants Fly last sentence again think says attendees est meet world imag vas developing events rules ot have effectively competed cellnd/or run-time rules used ry attendees 23 states Canada lel representative of Elec iclers country ibatic event like others pro Ilows Electric used pilot time wants fly personal roti h flight round can course rounds depending participation g existing AMA RC Pattern experience pilot selection standard ers chosen sequence fixed pattern Think freestyle individuals program goes Assign alue standard maneuver ifficult tasks being worth possible Permit maneuver flown two e times pilots discretion nodates pilots limited repertoire se competitor will use fuel supply charge wisely tailoring flight end-to-end maneuvers designed ze charge economy interest ng good maneuvers possi e pilot may have decide some very tive high-point-potential high ipending stunt better choice ng available power over several frugal lower-point-value maneuvers proach provides opportunity xercise both strategy skill Simple QUAY BARMA MOOEIS 4114 SHOESTRINGems SEMI-KiT $1199s\~ KIT515495 l.fiI2d Felek SEMIKIT $11995 Rivets KIT$15495 tPOXY/GLASS/FOAM/BALSA CONSTRIJCTTON WITH DRAWINGS AND DATA FOR FORMULA 120 PYLON SPORT OR STANDOFF SCALE FULL OR SEMIKITS CoorYmic 8 10 lbs iiRht Wliid 790 sq wing area SEMIKIT $10995 60 2 stroke 12 4 stroke KIT $14495 skit prices plus shipping ecredit cards welcome io residents add 6i S 12161 7774172 27106 Butternut RidgeNorth Olmated Ohio 44070 Get idea Again approach allows partici pate now initially formative years AMA RC Electric rules doesnt matter whether models big small handlaunched or cells used Such things matter Following approach few years will give everyone good get-acquainted chance see whats reasonable expect Electric Aerobatic Eventually specialized Electric Acrobatic designs will emerge skill class ifications Novice c will needed will very exciting inspir ing simple beginning needed first What could simplerat startthan fly ing whatever modelers have available ready now 3 Scale Scale what modeling about RC Electric Scale natural initial rules lets start off equiva lent Sport Scale thinking Remember objective simply Scale new fangled stuff Electric Scale Im sure some would-be competitive Electric Scale modelers held back because havent tried Electric yet dont want take major Precision Scale project dubious power source non-existent event Given lesser building-investment reasonable competitive opportunity show stuff potential Electric Scale modelers easily tempted test Electric waters event like others can grow something else couple years experience interest level dictate right now nothing no rules grow proposal seed proposal Just bring whatever Electric Scale job have have try philosophy would have accommodated approximately 22 Scale jobs kinds sizes power systems capabilities Electric Fly Get idea 4 Pylon Sorry about terest group may feel left out Its Pylon have no Pylon experience exposure cant write knowledgeable position Pylon better left know what speak Besides what little know Pylon would work well preferred plane motor battery etc philosophyits really suited onesize motor/battery approach Also best can determine Pylon may yet enjoy same popularity categories described above FiBally Ive done Ive finally taken SANYO NB0OARV NEW Low N1200SCF Nov N-9005C Both weig N900SCw N900SCR ELECTRIC MODEL & SAILPLANE SPECIALISTS1101 FEATURING ONLY STATE OF THE ART ITEMS CALL OR WRITE FOR FREE DESCRIPTIVE FLYER 151 Cl ADAMS SPEED CONTROLLERS PNER IL Nw U Only Way Fly Fabtronics Mark 3 CDI pointless system Tremendous Fuel Savings Less Mess No burned-out plugs Better idle Works Great Most 2 4 Cycle Engines AutomatIc Spark control now available 4 cycle englnas Complete Systam IBatteries nell . 69 ladd $3 post handl Send $1 Brochure Ref undable Purchase FABTRONICS 375 isle Royale Rd Gaiesburg IL 61401 itttetcstcd /p V5- Zip Code 15A Antenna Gives Hidden Performance Gone forever nightmare heli-flier dreads stepping 3 foot tenna ripping off front prized chopper just its ready fly Base loaded shoit WHIP ANTENNA gives Thidden performance Less 7 ionit can mounted project front helicopter inside canopy virtually invisible RRAAA UGOEL PRODUCTS 23981 CRAFTSMAN RD218 VERNON ROAD CALABASAS CA 91302GREENVILLE PA 18125 818 992-0195 588-1321 stand Im truly sorry has stepped anyones toes such intent competitive fun everyoneunder simple first-time AMA guidance invite reaction realize lot detail left fill feel its basic thinking approach counts Local CDs should able run basics fill own blanks now encourage groups planning Elec tric meet consider offerings give tryyoull draw largest response possible because no outruled Please forward comment question SASE please author Bob Kopski 25 West End Dr Lansdale PA 19446 Query How readers would interest ed economy-quality reprints past MA Electric features columns make no promisesI need reaction first small pieces plywood epoxied fuselage cables will usually go directly horns rudder sometimes will have transit through another bellcrank pushrod elevator controls such cases keep mind cables pushrod should right angles bellcrank control surface neutral position same thing applies bellcrank pushrod servo end Voyager elevator system would efficient run upper cable through another single pulley located top bellcrank characteristic cable systems can tolerate misalignment rigid pushrod would doesnt pay take too much advantage fact Now weve got servos belleranks pulleys horns worked out its time think about linking together fishing leader bought fer rules crimping tool will come will quickly realize ferrules nothing short pieces brass tubing maybe nickelplated could make yourself Fine Thats exactly what did once feel right size tubing use purpose ferrule help make non-slipping loop end cable first slip ferrule onto cable Next feed cable through selected hole bellcrank control horn whatever Pull four six inches cable through feed end cable back through ferrule Push ferrule up close bellcrank leave large enough loop cable free movement Loop free end cable four six inches up over toward bellerank feed end back through ferrule again Check photo see what mean Now pull free end through tight can holding ferrule position near belicrank Crimp ferrule down cable crimping tool best crimp twice near end rather once middle Now clip off free end cable close ferrule now have ab solutely secure connection cable bellcrank Earlier mentioned putting cable through selected hole bellcrank select right hole Easy aid three simple rules first rule two cables always equal distances center bellcrank second rule spacing should equal both ends cable third rule cables should spaced far apart possible practice means cable runs bellcrank bellcrank go corresponding holes end spacing runs bellcranks control horns determined spacing horns final comment Dont overdo ten sion cables obviously have tight enough prevent slop control sur faces dont have sing like violin Bob Beckman 8248 Holly Grove Ct Manassas VA 22110 prototype manageable subject Does have multi-bladed rotor head nose too short what about documentaton things should given plenty thought before sub ject chosen Documentation biggy dont have cant prove judges wonderful detailing didnt arrive via fantasyland So subject should have mini mum good three-view several quality col photographs showing surfaces pro totype good written description formation available libraries book stores businesses specialize docu mentation such Bob Bankas Scale Model ResearchContinued page 156 June 1986 155 Co Co 1 rn z 0 z 0 C 0 JJ 0 -D m I m 0 Q 0 -I CD C, 0 0 C 0 Cl 0 Co 01 0 N CD CO 0 Cii x 0 x N RC Helicopters/Jolly RC Giant Scale/Beckman Continued page 56 Continued page 55
Edition: Model Aviation - 1986/06
Page Numbers: 52, 53, 152, 154, 155
Radio Control E lectrics Bob Kopski THIS COLUMNis very hard write Its isnt enough write about rather its too much column being limited length combined abundance Electric info growing number readers experience levels makes monthly trip down guilt lane simply cant include enough example continuous stream newly-interested modelers need basic information same time large number well-experienced fliers wanting advanced information theres entire interest range between plus new product info reader inputs contribu tions Electric meets report more just cant folks just know try seems Im permanent member editors Slist thats shorten-it list Electric rules Based incoming mail recently-increasing interest Electric model competition Readers asking Elec tric events suggestions AMA again considering Electric events rules its com mittee think because Electric has grown up very rapidly past two years Yes think finally past Does fly stage Personally Ive always defended two points A Delay rules Spread idea ela tion Electric far wide firstotherwise rules wont matter B When its finally time AMA competi tion rules keep simple suitable everyone Well think time hand think theres now both enough accumulated experi ence active participation Electric war rant establishment first-time AMA rules Electric takes care point above continue very deep convic tion initial rules must simple equitable nature promote Electric everyone absolutely positively discourage rules favor can afford buy trophies think know what mean may hold unique advantaged position Electric modeling community have opportunity share information column hear return years Ive closely associat ed what has become largest Electric meet anywherethe annual KRC Electric Fly Ive recently asked someone associated AMA Electric Advisory Committee thoughts rules order develop sincere meaningful response reflected great length 1985 Electric Fly experi encea no-rules low-key fun-fly activity 60 participants 120 es data input cant recall model type interest well-represent edwith possible exception Pylon Race specialty Everything should made simple possible simpler --- Albert Einstein began think might have struc tured Electric competitive events rules everyone models 85 meet could have participatedon spotwith no forewarning other words knowing now what set goal task con ceiving events would have given modelers reasonably competitive chance us ing models abilities resources huge variety kinds modelssport Scale OT Sailplanes aerobatic kinds power systems American imports economy full range experience-levels Electric beginners highly-experienced modelers pretended now-past Electric Fly laboratory sorts make everything work competitive en vironment such hope no would complain Surely some kinds events rules could made accommodate imag med requirement such events rules would indeed candidates first-time national AMA considerationbecause nearly half nation represented 23 statesand Canada Despite best intentions know perfectly well everyone will fully satisfied what follows Its way life dont think anyone can argue intent events rules accommodate modelers models possiblesomething especially important first-time AMA involvement Remember AMA rules con tinually evolve update revision Whats needed now simple start grow Future growth change certain Also want make clear am neither nor against individual com pany fact what follows totally own thinking rather blend ideas both others First I think initial AMA RC Electric rules should establish three categories 1 RC Electric Duration 2 RC Electric Aero batic 3 RC Electric Scale Second I think initial AMA RC Electric rules should permit within category plane motor nickel-cadmium battery/charge technique basic approach would have accommo dated modeler model remem beron spotat 1985 KRC Electric Fly So does work What particulars 1 RC Electric Duration likely Another 01 Phillippe Ciholas beautiful planes L original Sparkf ire Wingspan 67 weight is861A oz power system same Citabria Power system weighs 50 oz Gus Janger Philadelphia PAR holds Don Srull-inspired modified Sparky AMA plan No 414 Gus used Playboy wing since its larger original Power Leisure gear drive 116 prop six 12 Ah Ni-Cd cells Gus extremely good builder enjoys sport flying 52 Model Aviation popular category can catchall Come fly anything can subdivid ed depending interest local level Sailplane OT example Im herein suggesting simple initial Duration rules flexible accommodate wide range models prevailing local conditions As youll see duration means time flight however accomplishedthermals goes like Participants allowed plane/power system charge-up day model-type grouping meet flown roundssay threewhere contestants called must fly rotation frequencies allow Cant stick buddy pin round has max say five minutes includes motor run makes very easy timer contestant may apply power wishes throughout flight alone decides expend battery resource round know ing charge must get through rounds case max landing must made within minute expediency pur poses flights score second t forfeit Precision landing required optiontheres no point forcing beginning Electric competitors put power end planes jeopardybut option exists extra points too power may used pilots discretion See told simple hardest part see logisticsmaking sure everyones satisfaction planes get charge set rounds An impound may warranted simple roped-off collection area should Now just imagine challenge hot shotwho may otherwise willing able spend motor battery flighthas no particular advantage Someone less costly glamorous system still has quite competitive opportunity Theres buHt-in encouragement learn about charging better say least Theres room piloting skill Remem ber skill Theres room some luck too thats encouraging less-experienced pilots Theres room strategizing . should add cells therefore weight should go lower wing loading .. air Should use power stretch time round save battery next round ould use high-power system short high-climbing power bursts should use low power-expenditure get fight time motor run hink could hit spot power up go aroundbut tank getting low Deci sions decisions Oh fun decisions Get idea numbers used above examples Perhaps local CD would choose sevenminute maxesor four rounds instead threeor charge-up morning round set another afternoon set whatever approach has flexibility com Continued page 152 will amazed performance gained using simple inexpen sive improvementl FREE MOVEMENT 450 STRONG AND LIGHTWEIGHT COMPLETELY FUELPROOF COMPATABLE WITH ALL IRON-ON MATERIALS COME5 IN 3 FT LENGTHS SMALL 118 ORPRIcE 3 ft $250 LARGE 114 CUT 1/4 DEEP SLIT ALOVIIG THE F14L LENGTH OF THE MATRIG &RIFIJCES EASY TO INSTALL 2 RISTALL HRIGEUSE STRAIGHT RI' 10 MAKE SMALL bOLE EVERY RICH OR SODRIP CYAAOACRYLATE GLUE IN HOLESCAPELARY ACTiON V4LL CARRY GLUE - ALONG ENTIRE JORIT 3 FOR ADDITIONAL SEWRIT1 RISERT SMALL PIN EVERY FEW RICHES CUT OFF FLUSH FILL AND SAND AS NEEDED FOR FINISHING Send Free info fine products FOURMOST PRODUCTS 4040 24th Avenue Forest Grove OR 97116 June 1986 53 Correction Last month gave address Electric Aeromodeling Association EAA incorrectly should EAA PO Box 9 Midway City CA 92655 - s]] eacn Ave Marina Del Rey iA 2 l Using bid Fashioned Wing HingesGO will gain control efficiency eliminating gap between moveable stationary control surfaces GAPLESS HiNGE SLOlTER Simplifies installation Gapless Hinges A Makes slots 4 Sizes sI Balsa 5 S5 CE $250 r MPG OF NI-STARTER $2995 Charger PLEASE SPECIFY WHICH CHARGER WHEN ORDERING L TORK revolutionary concept power 1 planes using glow fuel engines TI enough reduce compression cad comes e new C/b chi cherging also has removable T Over 50 consecutive starts full onto plug positive connection Sen free shipping handling 152 Model Aviation STARTER 5V glow plugs model cars boats air IRK STARTERITMI has steal wrench strong Ir starting supplies power doing rger has LED indicate unit andle can used Torque amplifier charge rechargeable hundreds times Clips ad along pre-payrnent receive TORK-STARTER $2995 Charger Ii by 220V 12V Fast Chargerl $2095 Without Charger CHARGERS $1296 Charger Only Ill CV 220V 1 2V Fast Charger 3011464-2260 work ench make notes weights build will give insight eight buildups occur selecting desig mber simple ones easier build light SAM rules permit structural modifica tions strengthen lighten long done character original design means can increase reduce struc ural members use lighter stronger materials add delete members cann pt substitute slab-sided fuselage builtup nor can turbulator spars substituted planked leading edges keeping character original planning lighten model re member must structurally strong consistent winner cant have well-sdjusted model must rebuild after few flights Also must rigid enough avpid flutter deflection during power run wherefore place start weight redution wing spar matter fact will probably have beefed up Rathr places start weight reduc tion heavy items may able save nore using lighter wheels total weiglt wing spars Very thin service able heels can made balsa little AinT plywood smaller models Also bottoms aluminum drink cans can make neat lightweight 1% 2%-in wheels faced plywood Smaller batteries another method saving lots weight big Texaco 100 mAh batteries may used charged field unit between flights Remember model well-trimmed 90% time will moving servos AA Texaco limited-engine-run events largest battery needed 225 mAb pack little reason use large servos red-hot models World Engines 5-224 servos adequate SAM mode use Ohlsson 60-powered model well-designed control system light n quires low actuation forces After aren i required perform aerobatics SAM models required ability trii efficient flight guidance th areas lift Use enough control surfa e area deflection control mode conditions under will flown Note Futaba S-33s Ace Micro servm similar World S-22A B Fueler Isplice line NEW E-Z FUEL ERft A Receptical lapprox 1/4 die 18 dard 5/32 ter Scale application Standale Aircraft offers EZ-Fueling Reasonable Price istic Appearance Installed Lightwight z hmount $250 plus $ 50 postage handling STANDALE AIRCRAFT CO 2648 Thornwood S W Wyoming M149509 have kit review March 1986 issue Flying Models should interest anyone considering first RC Old-Timer avid enthusiast looking new project reviewed Champion Model Products Powerhouse found kit marvel quality excellent prefabrication classic Sal Taibi design treated well kit makes absolutely dandy flier originally powered OS 61 fourstroker astonished its overpowered behavior design perfectly legal SAM competition sort power cer tainly flies realistically lots fun 35-size Davis Diesel conversion Id suspect 46-size four-stroker would just about ideal Just fun bulk months photos Powerhouses forms over country Another TIS Whats TIS Transistorized ig nition system As mentioned previous col umn availability ignition-engine timer parts Micro Model Engineering theyre MAs advertisers look up ad others has set off bunch activity fliers running old sparkers RC Assist O-T Some very distinct catastroph ic problems can encountered sparkers used RC models old-fashioned coiland-condenser ignition used Several manufacturers have made transis torized ignition units available cure radio frequency RF problems recently received TIS being imported England Strieglers RC Supply 5831 McNight Houston TX 77035 manufactured same Dunham Engineering Orwick Elfin other replica engines Bert Striegler also importing lays out nice fat spark draws bit current units Kustom Kraftsmanship CHS Contact Strieglers brochure TIS replica engines Dee B Mathews 909 N Maize Rd Town house 734 Wichita KS 87212 RC Electrics/Kopski Continued page 53 bined basic do-abilityfor everyone As side comment its likely first-time local meets will draw limited partici pation nearly limited rules establish motor and/or model sizes number cells limited motor runs Continued page 154 12421 Ransom Dr Glenn Dale MD 20769 IRE WHEELS ED& REALISTIC Custom built seamless machined rims Deirin bearings two sizes 8 Nieuport & Triplane 96 5 Proctor model$3596 Send 6O complete literature price list o kits ac cessories Im nIt really selling subscriptions work way ti rough school may seem odd R/C WORLD Family Vacation Something Everyone Spacious two three bedroom fully furnished condominums just bring suitcase Swimming Pool & Whirlpool Spa Lighted Tennis Courts 100 acre flying field Paved Runway Taxiway & Pit Area Enclosed hangar control tower Golf course nearby Minutes Disney World Epcot other major attractions Available daily weekly monthly Call Today make RIG World next vacation spot 305 648-5383 additional information mail coupon K L Property Management PO Box 560846 Orlando FL 32856 call 308 648-5383 Name 1 81 World Soaring Champ DWIGHT HOLLEY FEATURES anes lous Electric Planes Sajlp ASTROP JONT MOTORS IN STOCK everyl natural portant Thats virtuall approa 15 SCVI Motor secondt max good immedi d power-i motor-i therma does ut oppose AMA 7 Electrk Read about larg med could count vi tric mc 2 Aer pose 5 has tine ea several Usin allow maneti requirt far point-I points thri accom batter routint maxim squeez ble Tl impres power allocat power ai SANYO SANYOB attery Special eigh 36 Grams Cut Offeells ir Price Red Jacket Cut Off cells Weigh 62 Grams $340 1200MAH 2 New Super Cells Sanyo - $350 5CR Cut Off cells $375 39 Grams 3/4 length 1200s same dia deliver least 960 MAH sill deliver great amperage quickly LEYS SILENT FLIGHT 203 748-0083 IESTNUT RIDGE RQ0 BETHEL CT 06801 ROFLIGHT ER R 0 0 0 Cl Ce 0 2 0 w Ce m -l 0 z C I-4 m hing welcome approach just y brings Out interestvery im initially Thats what Id like see chat Id like participate myself sure can build equip fly anything choose does proposal compare other hea approach has used n-cell Sailplane Another OT tin time limited example 45 minute Theres specified flight precision landing Sounds ight Vtrong limited motor run 2tely excludes contention have costly highest tandling systems Also limited un pretty much makes exclusively ling event Duration approach tI absolutely positively vehemently power blast approach initial tiles would have eliminated % potential participants Fly last sentence again think says attendees est meet world imag vas developing events rules ot have effectively competed cellnd/or run-time rules used ry attendees 23 states Canada lel representative of Elec iclers country ibatic event like others pro Ilows Electric used pilot time wants fly personal roti h flight round can course rounds depending participation g existing AMA RC Pattern experience pilot selection standard ers chosen sequence fixed pattern Think freestyle individuals program goes Assign alue standard maneuver ifficult tasks being worth possible Permit maneuver flown two e times pilots discretion nodates pilots limited repertoire se competitor will use fuel supply charge wisely tailoring flight end-to-end maneuvers designed ze charge economy interest ng good maneuvers possi e pilot may have decide some very tive high-point-potential high ipending stunt better choice ng available power over several frugal lower-point-value maneuvers proach provides opportunity xercise both strategy skill Simple QUAY BARMA MOOEIS 4114 SHOESTRINGems SEMI-KiT $1199s\~ KIT515495 l.fiI2d Felek SEMIKIT $11995 Rivets KIT$15495 tPOXY/GLASS/FOAM/BALSA CONSTRIJCTTON WITH DRAWINGS AND DATA FOR FORMULA 120 PYLON SPORT OR STANDOFF SCALE FULL OR SEMIKITS CoorYmic 8 10 lbs iiRht Wliid 790 sq wing area SEMIKIT $10995 60 2 stroke 12 4 stroke KIT $14495 skit prices plus shipping ecredit cards welcome io residents add 6i S 12161 7774172 27106 Butternut RidgeNorth Olmated Ohio 44070 Get idea Again approach allows partici pate now initially formative years AMA RC Electric rules doesnt matter whether models big small handlaunched or cells used Such things matter Following approach few years will give everyone good get-acquainted chance see whats reasonable expect Electric Aerobatic Eventually specialized Electric Acrobatic designs will emerge skill class ifications Novice c will needed will very exciting inspir ing simple beginning needed first What could simplerat startthan fly ing whatever modelers have available ready now 3 Scale Scale what modeling about RC Electric Scale natural initial rules lets start off equiva lent Sport Scale thinking Remember objective simply Scale new fangled stuff Electric Scale Im sure some would-be competitive Electric Scale modelers held back because havent tried Electric yet dont want take major Precision Scale project dubious power source non-existent event Given lesser building-investment reasonable competitive opportunity show stuff potential Electric Scale modelers easily tempted test Electric waters event like others can grow something else couple years experience interest level dictate right now nothing no rules grow proposal seed proposal Just bring whatever Electric Scale job have have try philosophy would have accommodated approximately 22 Scale jobs kinds sizes power systems capabilities Electric Fly Get idea 4 Pylon Sorry about terest group may feel left out Its Pylon have no Pylon experience exposure cant write knowledgeable position Pylon better left know what speak Besides what little know Pylon would work well preferred plane motor battery etc philosophyits really suited onesize motor/battery approach Also best can determine Pylon may yet enjoy same popularity categories described above FiBally Ive done Ive finally taken SANYO NB0OARV NEW Low N1200SCF Nov N-9005C Both weig N900SCw N900SCR ELECTRIC MODEL & SAILPLANE SPECIALISTS1101 FEATURING ONLY STATE OF THE ART ITEMS CALL OR WRITE FOR FREE DESCRIPTIVE FLYER 151 Cl ADAMS SPEED CONTROLLERS PNER IL Nw U Only Way Fly Fabtronics Mark 3 CDI pointless system Tremendous Fuel Savings Less Mess No burned-out plugs Better idle Works Great Most 2 4 Cycle Engines AutomatIc Spark control now available 4 cycle englnas Complete Systam IBatteries nell . 69 ladd $3 post handl Send $1 Brochure Ref undable Purchase FABTRONICS 375 isle Royale Rd Gaiesburg IL 61401 itttetcstcd /p V5- Zip Code 15A Antenna Gives Hidden Performance Gone forever nightmare heli-flier dreads stepping 3 foot tenna ripping off front prized chopper just its ready fly Base loaded shoit WHIP ANTENNA gives Thidden performance Less 7 ionit can mounted project front helicopter inside canopy virtually invisible RRAAA UGOEL PRODUCTS 23981 CRAFTSMAN RD218 VERNON ROAD CALABASAS CA 91302GREENVILLE PA 18125 818 992-0195 588-1321 stand Im truly sorry has stepped anyones toes such intent competitive fun everyoneunder simple first-time AMA guidance invite reaction realize lot detail left fill feel its basic thinking approach counts Local CDs should able run basics fill own blanks now encourage groups planning Elec tric meet consider offerings give tryyoull draw largest response possible because no outruled Please forward comment question SASE please author Bob Kopski 25 West End Dr Lansdale PA 19446 Query How readers would interest ed economy-quality reprints past MA Electric features columns make no promisesI need reaction first small pieces plywood epoxied fuselage cables will usually go directly horns rudder sometimes will have transit through another bellcrank pushrod elevator controls such cases keep mind cables pushrod should right angles bellcrank control surface neutral position same thing applies bellcrank pushrod servo end Voyager elevator system would efficient run upper cable through another single pulley located top bellcrank characteristic cable systems can tolerate misalignment rigid pushrod would doesnt pay take too much advantage fact Now weve got servos belleranks pulleys horns worked out its time think about linking together fishing leader bought fer rules crimping tool will come will quickly realize ferrules nothing short pieces brass tubing maybe nickelplated could make yourself Fine Thats exactly what did once feel right size tubing use purpose ferrule help make non-slipping loop end cable first slip ferrule onto cable Next feed cable through selected hole bellcrank control horn whatever Pull four six inches cable through feed end cable back through ferrule Push ferrule up close bellcrank leave large enough loop cable free movement Loop free end cable four six inches up over toward bellerank feed end back through ferrule again Check photo see what mean Now pull free end through tight can holding ferrule position near belicrank Crimp ferrule down cable crimping tool best crimp twice near end rather once middle Now clip off free end cable close ferrule now have ab solutely secure connection cable bellcrank Earlier mentioned putting cable through selected hole bellcrank select right hole Easy aid three simple rules first rule two cables always equal distances center bellcrank second rule spacing should equal both ends cable third rule cables should spaced far apart possible practice means cable runs bellcrank bellcrank go corresponding holes end spacing runs bellcranks control horns determined spacing horns final comment Dont overdo ten sion cables obviously have tight enough prevent slop control sur faces dont have sing like violin Bob Beckman 8248 Holly Grove Ct Manassas VA 22110 prototype manageable subject Does have multi-bladed rotor head nose too short what about documentaton things should given plenty thought before sub ject chosen Documentation biggy dont have cant prove judges wonderful detailing didnt arrive via fantasyland So subject should have mini mum good three-view several quality col photographs showing surfaces pro totype good written description formation available libraries book stores businesses specialize docu mentation such Bob Bankas Scale Model ResearchContinued page 156 June 1986 155 Co Co 1 rn z 0 z 0 C 0 JJ 0 -D m I m 0 Q 0 -I CD C, 0 0 C 0 Cl 0 Co 01 0 N CD CO 0 Cii x 0 x N RC Helicopters/Jolly RC Giant Scale/Beckman Continued page 56 Continued page 55
Edition: Model Aviation - 1986/06
Page Numbers: 52, 53, 152, 154, 155
Radio Control E lectrics Bob Kopski THIS COLUMNis very hard write Its isnt enough write about rather its too much column being limited length combined abundance Electric info growing number readers experience levels makes monthly trip down guilt lane simply cant include enough example continuous stream newly-interested modelers need basic information same time large number well-experienced fliers wanting advanced information theres entire interest range between plus new product info reader inputs contribu tions Electric meets report more just cant folks just know try seems Im permanent member editors Slist thats shorten-it list Electric rules Based incoming mail recently-increasing interest Electric model competition Readers asking Elec tric events suggestions AMA again considering Electric events rules its com mittee think because Electric has grown up very rapidly past two years Yes think finally past Does fly stage Personally Ive always defended two points A Delay rules Spread idea ela tion Electric far wide firstotherwise rules wont matter B When its finally time AMA competi tion rules keep simple suitable everyone Well think time hand think theres now both enough accumulated experi ence active participation Electric war rant establishment first-time AMA rules Electric takes care point above continue very deep convic tion initial rules must simple equitable nature promote Electric everyone absolutely positively discourage rules favor can afford buy trophies think know what mean may hold unique advantaged position Electric modeling community have opportunity share information column hear return years Ive closely associat ed what has become largest Electric meet anywherethe annual KRC Electric Fly Ive recently asked someone associated AMA Electric Advisory Committee thoughts rules order develop sincere meaningful response reflected great length 1985 Electric Fly experi encea no-rules low-key fun-fly activity 60 participants 120 es data input cant recall model type interest well-represent edwith possible exception Pylon Race specialty Everything should made simple possible simpler --- Albert Einstein began think might have struc tured Electric competitive events rules everyone models 85 meet could have participatedon spotwith no forewarning other words knowing now what set goal task con ceiving events would have given modelers reasonably competitive chance us ing models abilities resources huge variety kinds modelssport Scale OT Sailplanes aerobatic kinds power systems American imports economy full range experience-levels Electric beginners highly-experienced modelers pretended now-past Electric Fly laboratory sorts make everything work competitive en vironment such hope no would complain Surely some kinds events rules could made accommodate imag med requirement such events rules would indeed candidates first-time national AMA considerationbecause nearly half nation represented 23 statesand Canada Despite best intentions know perfectly well everyone will fully satisfied what follows Its way life dont think anyone can argue intent events rules accommodate modelers models possiblesomething especially important first-time AMA involvement Remember AMA rules con tinually evolve update revision Whats needed now simple start grow Future growth change certain Also want make clear am neither nor against individual com pany fact what follows totally own thinking rather blend ideas both others First I think initial AMA RC Electric rules should establish three categories 1 RC Electric Duration 2 RC Electric Aero batic 3 RC Electric Scale Second I think initial AMA RC Electric rules should permit within category plane motor nickel-cadmium battery/charge technique basic approach would have accommo dated modeler model remem beron spotat 1985 KRC Electric Fly So does work What particulars 1 RC Electric Duration likely Another 01 Phillippe Ciholas beautiful planes L original Sparkf ire Wingspan 67 weight is861A oz power system same Citabria Power system weighs 50 oz Gus Janger Philadelphia PAR holds Don Srull-inspired modified Sparky AMA plan No 414 Gus used Playboy wing since its larger original Power Leisure gear drive 116 prop six 12 Ah Ni-Cd cells Gus extremely good builder enjoys sport flying 52 Model Aviation popular category can catchall Come fly anything can subdivid ed depending interest local level Sailplane OT example Im herein suggesting simple initial Duration rules flexible accommodate wide range models prevailing local conditions As youll see duration means time flight however accomplishedthermals goes like Participants allowed plane/power system charge-up day model-type grouping meet flown roundssay threewhere contestants called must fly rotation frequencies allow Cant stick buddy pin round has max say five minutes includes motor run makes very easy timer contestant may apply power wishes throughout flight alone decides expend battery resource round know ing charge must get through rounds case max landing must made within minute expediency pur poses flights score second t forfeit Precision landing required optiontheres no point forcing beginning Electric competitors put power end planes jeopardybut option exists extra points too power may used pilots discretion See told simple hardest part see logisticsmaking sure everyones satisfaction planes get charge set rounds An impound may warranted simple roped-off collection area should Now just imagine challenge hot shotwho may otherwise willing able spend motor battery flighthas no particular advantage Someone less costly glamorous system still has quite competitive opportunity Theres buHt-in encouragement learn about charging better say least Theres room piloting skill Remem ber skill Theres room some luck too thats encouraging less-experienced pilots Theres room strategizing . should add cells therefore weight should go lower wing loading .. air Should use power stretch time round save battery next round ould use high-power system short high-climbing power bursts should use low power-expenditure get fight time motor run hink could hit spot power up go aroundbut tank getting low Deci sions decisions Oh fun decisions Get idea numbers used above examples Perhaps local CD would choose sevenminute maxesor four rounds instead threeor charge-up morning round set another afternoon set whatever approach has flexibility com Continued page 152 will amazed performance gained using simple inexpen sive improvementl FREE MOVEMENT 450 STRONG AND LIGHTWEIGHT COMPLETELY FUELPROOF COMPATABLE WITH ALL IRON-ON MATERIALS COME5 IN 3 FT LENGTHS SMALL 118 ORPRIcE 3 ft $250 LARGE 114 CUT 1/4 DEEP SLIT ALOVIIG THE F14L LENGTH OF THE MATRIG &RIFIJCES EASY TO INSTALL 2 RISTALL HRIGEUSE STRAIGHT RI' 10 MAKE SMALL bOLE EVERY RICH OR SODRIP CYAAOACRYLATE GLUE IN HOLESCAPELARY ACTiON V4LL CARRY GLUE - ALONG ENTIRE JORIT 3 FOR ADDITIONAL SEWRIT1 RISERT SMALL PIN EVERY FEW RICHES CUT OFF FLUSH FILL AND SAND AS NEEDED FOR FINISHING Send Free info fine products FOURMOST PRODUCTS 4040 24th Avenue Forest Grove OR 97116 June 1986 53 Correction Last month gave address Electric Aeromodeling Association EAA incorrectly should EAA PO Box 9 Midway City CA 92655 - s]] eacn Ave Marina Del Rey iA 2 l Using bid Fashioned Wing HingesGO will gain control efficiency eliminating gap between moveable stationary control surfaces GAPLESS HiNGE SLOlTER Simplifies installation Gapless Hinges A Makes slots 4 Sizes sI Balsa 5 S5 CE $250 r MPG OF NI-STARTER $2995 Charger PLEASE SPECIFY WHICH CHARGER WHEN ORDERING L TORK revolutionary concept power 1 planes using glow fuel engines TI enough reduce compression cad comes e new C/b chi cherging also has removable T Over 50 consecutive starts full onto plug positive connection Sen free shipping handling 152 Model Aviation STARTER 5V glow plugs model cars boats air IRK STARTERITMI has steal wrench strong Ir starting supplies power doing rger has LED indicate unit andle can used Torque amplifier charge rechargeable hundreds times Clips ad along pre-payrnent receive TORK-STARTER $2995 Charger Ii by 220V 12V Fast Chargerl $2095 Without Charger CHARGERS $1296 Charger Only Ill CV 220V 1 2V Fast Charger 3011464-2260 work ench make notes weights build will give insight eight buildups occur selecting desig mber simple ones easier build light SAM rules permit structural modifica tions strengthen lighten long done character original design means can increase reduce struc ural members use lighter stronger materials add delete members cann pt substitute slab-sided fuselage builtup nor can turbulator spars substituted planked leading edges keeping character original planning lighten model re member must structurally strong consistent winner cant have well-sdjusted model must rebuild after few flights Also must rigid enough avpid flutter deflection during power run wherefore place start weight redution wing spar matter fact will probably have beefed up Rathr places start weight reduc tion heavy items may able save nore using lighter wheels total weiglt wing spars Very thin service able heels can made balsa little AinT plywood smaller models Also bottoms aluminum drink cans can make neat lightweight 1% 2%-in wheels faced plywood Smaller batteries another method saving lots weight big Texaco 100 mAh batteries may used charged field unit between flights Remember model well-trimmed 90% time will moving servos AA Texaco limited-engine-run events largest battery needed 225 mAb pack little reason use large servos red-hot models World Engines 5-224 servos adequate SAM mode use Ohlsson 60-powered model well-designed control system light n quires low actuation forces After aren i required perform aerobatics SAM models required ability trii efficient flight guidance th areas lift Use enough control surfa e area deflection control mode conditions under will flown Note Futaba S-33s Ace Micro servm similar World S-22A B Fueler Isplice line NEW E-Z FUEL ERft A Receptical lapprox 1/4 die 18 dard 5/32 ter Scale application Standale Aircraft offers EZ-Fueling Reasonable Price istic Appearance Installed Lightwight z hmount $250 plus $ 50 postage handling STANDALE AIRCRAFT CO 2648 Thornwood S W Wyoming M149509 have kit review March 1986 issue Flying Models should interest anyone considering first RC Old-Timer avid enthusiast looking new project reviewed Champion Model Products Powerhouse found kit marvel quality excellent prefabrication classic Sal Taibi design treated well kit makes absolutely dandy flier originally powered OS 61 fourstroker astonished its overpowered behavior design perfectly legal SAM competition sort power cer tainly flies realistically lots fun 35-size Davis Diesel conversion Id suspect 46-size four-stroker would just about ideal Just fun bulk months photos Powerhouses forms over country Another TIS Whats TIS Transistorized ig nition system As mentioned previous col umn availability ignition-engine timer parts Micro Model Engineering theyre MAs advertisers look up ad others has set off bunch activity fliers running old sparkers RC Assist O-T Some very distinct catastroph ic problems can encountered sparkers used RC models old-fashioned coiland-condenser ignition used Several manufacturers have made transis torized ignition units available cure radio frequency RF problems recently received TIS being imported England Strieglers RC Supply 5831 McNight Houston TX 77035 manufactured same Dunham Engineering Orwick Elfin other replica engines Bert Striegler also importing lays out nice fat spark draws bit current units Kustom Kraftsmanship CHS Contact Strieglers brochure TIS replica engines Dee B Mathews 909 N Maize Rd Town house 734 Wichita KS 87212 RC Electrics/Kopski Continued page 53 bined basic do-abilityfor everyone As side comment its likely first-time local meets will draw limited partici pation nearly limited rules establish motor and/or model sizes number cells limited motor runs Continued page 154 12421 Ransom Dr Glenn Dale MD 20769 IRE WHEELS ED& REALISTIC Custom built seamless machined rims Deirin bearings two sizes 8 Nieuport & Triplane 96 5 Proctor model$3596 Send 6O complete literature price list o kits ac cessories Im nIt really selling subscriptions work way ti rough school may seem odd R/C WORLD Family Vacation Something Everyone Spacious two three bedroom fully furnished condominums just bring suitcase Swimming Pool & Whirlpool Spa Lighted Tennis Courts 100 acre flying field Paved Runway Taxiway & Pit Area Enclosed hangar control tower Golf course nearby Minutes Disney World Epcot other major attractions Available daily weekly monthly Call Today make RIG World next vacation spot 305 648-5383 additional information mail coupon K L Property Management PO Box 560846 Orlando FL 32856 call 308 648-5383 Name 1 81 World Soaring Champ DWIGHT HOLLEY FEATURES anes lous Electric Planes Sajlp ASTROP JONT MOTORS IN STOCK everyl natural portant Thats virtuall approa 15 SCVI Motor secondt max good immedi d power-i motor-i therma does ut oppose AMA 7 Electrk Read about larg med could count vi tric mc 2 Aer pose 5 has tine ea several Usin allow maneti requirt far point-I points thri accom batter routint maxim squeez ble Tl impres power allocat power ai SANYO SANYOB attery Special eigh 36 Grams Cut Offeells ir Price Red Jacket Cut Off cells Weigh 62 Grams $340 1200MAH 2 New Super Cells Sanyo - $350 5CR Cut Off cells $375 39 Grams 3/4 length 1200s same dia deliver least 960 MAH sill deliver great amperage quickly LEYS SILENT FLIGHT 203 748-0083 IESTNUT RIDGE RQ0 BETHEL CT 06801 ROFLIGHT ER R 0 0 0 Cl Ce 0 2 0 w Ce m -l 0 z C I-4 m hing welcome approach just y brings Out interestvery im initially Thats what Id like see chat Id like participate myself sure can build equip fly anything choose does proposal compare other hea approach has used n-cell Sailplane Another OT tin time limited example 45 minute Theres specified flight precision landing Sounds ight Vtrong limited motor run 2tely excludes contention have costly highest tandling systems Also limited un pretty much makes exclusively ling event Duration approach tI absolutely positively vehemently power blast approach initial tiles would have eliminated % potential participants Fly last sentence again think says attendees est meet world imag vas developing events rules ot have effectively competed cellnd/or run-time rules used ry attendees 23 states Canada lel representative of Elec iclers country ibatic event like others pro Ilows Electric used pilot time wants fly personal roti h flight round can course rounds depending participation g existing AMA RC Pattern experience pilot selection standard ers chosen sequence fixed pattern Think freestyle individuals program goes Assign alue standard maneuver ifficult tasks being worth possible Permit maneuver flown two e times pilots discretion nodates pilots limited repertoire se competitor will use fuel supply charge wisely tailoring flight end-to-end maneuvers designed ze charge economy interest ng good maneuvers possi e pilot may have decide some very tive high-point-potential high ipending stunt better choice ng available power over several frugal lower-point-value maneuvers proach provides opportunity xercise both strategy skill Simple QUAY BARMA MOOEIS 4114 SHOESTRINGems SEMI-KiT $1199s\~ KIT515495 l.fiI2d Felek SEMIKIT $11995 Rivets KIT$15495 tPOXY/GLASS/FOAM/BALSA CONSTRIJCTTON WITH DRAWINGS AND DATA FOR FORMULA 120 PYLON SPORT OR STANDOFF SCALE FULL OR SEMIKITS CoorYmic 8 10 lbs iiRht Wliid 790 sq wing area SEMIKIT $10995 60 2 stroke 12 4 stroke KIT $14495 skit prices plus shipping ecredit cards welcome io residents add 6i S 12161 7774172 27106 Butternut RidgeNorth Olmated Ohio 44070 Get idea Again approach allows partici pate now initially formative years AMA RC Electric rules doesnt matter whether models big small handlaunched or cells used Such things matter Following approach few years will give everyone good get-acquainted chance see whats reasonable expect Electric Aerobatic Eventually specialized Electric Acrobatic designs will emerge skill class ifications Novice c will needed will very exciting inspir ing simple beginning needed first What could simplerat startthan fly ing whatever modelers have available ready now 3 Scale Scale what modeling about RC Electric Scale natural initial rules lets start off equiva lent Sport Scale thinking Remember objective simply Scale new fangled stuff Electric Scale Im sure some would-be competitive Electric Scale modelers held back because havent tried Electric yet dont want take major Precision Scale project dubious power source non-existent event Given lesser building-investment reasonable competitive opportunity show stuff potential Electric Scale modelers easily tempted test Electric waters event like others can grow something else couple years experience interest level dictate right now nothing no rules grow proposal seed proposal Just bring whatever Electric Scale job have have try philosophy would have accommodated approximately 22 Scale jobs kinds sizes power systems capabilities Electric Fly Get idea 4 Pylon Sorry about terest group may feel left out Its Pylon have no Pylon experience exposure cant write knowledgeable position Pylon better left know what speak Besides what little know Pylon would work well preferred plane motor battery etc philosophyits really suited onesize motor/battery approach Also best can determine Pylon may yet enjoy same popularity categories described above FiBally Ive done Ive finally taken SANYO NB0OARV NEW Low N1200SCF Nov N-9005C Both weig N900SCw N900SCR ELECTRIC MODEL & SAILPLANE SPECIALISTS1101 FEATURING ONLY STATE OF THE ART ITEMS CALL OR WRITE FOR FREE DESCRIPTIVE FLYER 151 Cl ADAMS SPEED CONTROLLERS PNER IL Nw U Only Way Fly Fabtronics Mark 3 CDI pointless system Tremendous Fuel Savings Less Mess No burned-out plugs Better idle Works Great Most 2 4 Cycle Engines AutomatIc Spark control now available 4 cycle englnas Complete Systam IBatteries nell . 69 ladd $3 post handl Send $1 Brochure Ref undable Purchase FABTRONICS 375 isle Royale Rd Gaiesburg IL 61401 itttetcstcd /p V5- Zip Code 15A Antenna Gives Hidden Performance Gone forever nightmare heli-flier dreads stepping 3 foot tenna ripping off front prized chopper just its ready fly Base loaded shoit WHIP ANTENNA gives Thidden performance Less 7 ionit can mounted project front helicopter inside canopy virtually invisible RRAAA UGOEL PRODUCTS 23981 CRAFTSMAN RD218 VERNON ROAD CALABASAS CA 91302GREENVILLE PA 18125 818 992-0195 588-1321 stand Im truly sorry has stepped anyones toes such intent competitive fun everyoneunder simple first-time AMA guidance invite reaction realize lot detail left fill feel its basic thinking approach counts Local CDs should able run basics fill own blanks now encourage groups planning Elec tric meet consider offerings give tryyoull draw largest response possible because no outruled Please forward comment question SASE please author Bob Kopski 25 West End Dr Lansdale PA 19446 Query How readers would interest ed economy-quality reprints past MA Electric features columns make no promisesI need reaction first small pieces plywood epoxied fuselage cables will usually go directly horns rudder sometimes will have transit through another bellcrank pushrod elevator controls such cases keep mind cables pushrod should right angles bellcrank control surface neutral position same thing applies bellcrank pushrod servo end Voyager elevator system would efficient run upper cable through another single pulley located top bellcrank characteristic cable systems can tolerate misalignment rigid pushrod would doesnt pay take too much advantage fact Now weve got servos belleranks pulleys horns worked out its time think about linking together fishing leader bought fer rules crimping tool will come will quickly realize ferrules nothing short pieces brass tubing maybe nickelplated could make yourself Fine Thats exactly what did once feel right size tubing use purpose ferrule help make non-slipping loop end cable first slip ferrule onto cable Next feed cable through selected hole bellcrank control horn whatever Pull four six inches cable through feed end cable back through ferrule Push ferrule up close bellcrank leave large enough loop cable free movement Loop free end cable four six inches up over toward bellerank feed end back through ferrule again Check photo see what mean Now pull free end through tight can holding ferrule position near belicrank Crimp ferrule down cable crimping tool best crimp twice near end rather once middle Now clip off free end cable close ferrule now have ab solutely secure connection cable bellcrank Earlier mentioned putting cable through selected hole bellcrank select right hole Easy aid three simple rules first rule two cables always equal distances center bellcrank second rule spacing should equal both ends cable third rule cables should spaced far apart possible practice means cable runs bellcrank bellcrank go corresponding holes end spacing runs bellcranks control horns determined spacing horns final comment Dont overdo ten sion cables obviously have tight enough prevent slop control sur faces dont have sing like violin Bob Beckman 8248 Holly Grove Ct Manassas VA 22110 prototype manageable subject Does have multi-bladed rotor head nose too short what about documentaton things should given plenty thought before sub ject chosen Documentation biggy dont have cant prove judges wonderful detailing didnt arrive via fantasyland So subject should have mini mum good three-view several quality col photographs showing surfaces pro totype good written description formation available libraries book stores businesses specialize docu mentation such Bob Bankas Scale Model ResearchContinued page 156 June 1986 155 Co Co 1 rn z 0 z 0 C 0 JJ 0 -D m I m 0 Q 0 -I CD C, 0 0 C 0 Cl 0 Co 01 0 N CD CO 0 Cii x 0 x N RC Helicopters/Jolly RC Giant Scale/Beckman Continued page 56 Continued page 55
Edition: Model Aviation - 1986/06
Page Numbers: 52, 53, 152, 154, 155
Radio Control E lectrics Bob Kopski THIS COLUMNis very hard write Its isnt enough write about rather its too much column being limited length combined abundance Electric info growing number readers experience levels makes monthly trip down guilt lane simply cant include enough example continuous stream newly-interested modelers need basic information same time large number well-experienced fliers wanting advanced information theres entire interest range between plus new product info reader inputs contribu tions Electric meets report more just cant folks just know try seems Im permanent member editors Slist thats shorten-it list Electric rules Based incoming mail recently-increasing interest Electric model competition Readers asking Elec tric events suggestions AMA again considering Electric events rules its com mittee think because Electric has grown up very rapidly past two years Yes think finally past Does fly stage Personally Ive always defended two points A Delay rules Spread idea ela tion Electric far wide firstotherwise rules wont matter B When its finally time AMA competi tion rules keep simple suitable everyone Well think time hand think theres now both enough accumulated experi ence active participation Electric war rant establishment first-time AMA rules Electric takes care point above continue very deep convic tion initial rules must simple equitable nature promote Electric everyone absolutely positively discourage rules favor can afford buy trophies think know what mean may hold unique advantaged position Electric modeling community have opportunity share information column hear return years Ive closely associat ed what has become largest Electric meet anywherethe annual KRC Electric Fly Ive recently asked someone associated AMA Electric Advisory Committee thoughts rules order develop sincere meaningful response reflected great length 1985 Electric Fly experi encea no-rules low-key fun-fly activity 60 participants 120 es data input cant recall model type interest well-represent edwith possible exception Pylon Race specialty Everything should made simple possible simpler --- Albert Einstein began think might have struc tured Electric competitive events rules everyone models 85 meet could have participatedon spotwith no forewarning other words knowing now what set goal task con ceiving events would have given modelers reasonably competitive chance us ing models abilities resources huge variety kinds modelssport Scale OT Sailplanes aerobatic kinds power systems American imports economy full range experience-levels Electric beginners highly-experienced modelers pretended now-past Electric Fly laboratory sorts make everything work competitive en vironment such hope no would complain Surely some kinds events rules could made accommodate imag med requirement such events rules would indeed candidates first-time national AMA considerationbecause nearly half nation represented 23 statesand Canada Despite best intentions know perfectly well everyone will fully satisfied what follows Its way life dont think anyone can argue intent events rules accommodate modelers models possiblesomething especially important first-time AMA involvement Remember AMA rules con tinually evolve update revision Whats needed now simple start grow Future growth change certain Also want make clear am neither nor against individual com pany fact what follows totally own thinking rather blend ideas both others First I think initial AMA RC Electric rules should establish three categories 1 RC Electric Duration 2 RC Electric Aero batic 3 RC Electric Scale Second I think initial AMA RC Electric rules should permit within category plane motor nickel-cadmium battery/charge technique basic approach would have accommo dated modeler model remem beron spotat 1985 KRC Electric Fly So does work What particulars 1 RC Electric Duration likely Another 01 Phillippe Ciholas beautiful planes L original Sparkf ire Wingspan 67 weight is861A oz power system same Citabria Power system weighs 50 oz Gus Janger Philadelphia PAR holds Don Srull-inspired modified Sparky AMA plan No 414 Gus used Playboy wing since its larger original Power Leisure gear drive 116 prop six 12 Ah Ni-Cd cells Gus extremely good builder enjoys sport flying 52 Model Aviation popular category can catchall Come fly anything can subdivid ed depending interest local level Sailplane OT example Im herein suggesting simple initial Duration rules flexible accommodate wide range models prevailing local conditions As youll see duration means time flight however accomplishedthermals goes like Participants allowed plane/power system charge-up day model-type grouping meet flown roundssay threewhere contestants called must fly rotation frequencies allow Cant stick buddy pin round has max say five minutes includes motor run makes very easy timer contestant may apply power wishes throughout flight alone decides expend battery resource round know ing charge must get through rounds case max landing must made within minute expediency pur poses flights score second t forfeit Precision landing required optiontheres no point forcing beginning Electric competitors put power end planes jeopardybut option exists extra points too power may used pilots discretion See told simple hardest part see logisticsmaking sure everyones satisfaction planes get charge set rounds An impound may warranted simple roped-off collection area should Now just imagine challenge hot shotwho may otherwise willing able spend motor battery flighthas no particular advantage Someone less costly glamorous system still has quite competitive opportunity Theres buHt-in encouragement learn about charging better say least Theres room piloting skill Remem ber skill Theres room some luck too thats encouraging less-experienced pilots Theres room strategizing . should add cells therefore weight should go lower wing loading .. air Should use power stretch time round save battery next round ould use high-power system short high-climbing power bursts should use low power-expenditure get fight time motor run hink could hit spot power up go aroundbut tank getting low Deci sions decisions Oh fun decisions Get idea numbers used above examples Perhaps local CD would choose sevenminute maxesor four rounds instead threeor charge-up morning round set another afternoon set whatever approach has flexibility com Continued page 152 will amazed performance gained using simple inexpen sive improvementl FREE MOVEMENT 450 STRONG AND LIGHTWEIGHT COMPLETELY FUELPROOF COMPATABLE WITH ALL IRON-ON MATERIALS COME5 IN 3 FT LENGTHS SMALL 118 ORPRIcE 3 ft $250 LARGE 114 CUT 1/4 DEEP SLIT ALOVIIG THE F14L LENGTH OF THE MATRIG &RIFIJCES EASY TO INSTALL 2 RISTALL HRIGEUSE STRAIGHT RI' 10 MAKE SMALL bOLE EVERY RICH OR SODRIP CYAAOACRYLATE GLUE IN HOLESCAPELARY ACTiON V4LL CARRY GLUE - ALONG ENTIRE JORIT 3 FOR ADDITIONAL SEWRIT1 RISERT SMALL PIN EVERY FEW RICHES CUT OFF FLUSH FILL AND SAND AS NEEDED FOR FINISHING Send Free info fine products FOURMOST PRODUCTS 4040 24th Avenue Forest Grove OR 97116 June 1986 53 Correction Last month gave address Electric Aeromodeling Association EAA incorrectly should EAA PO Box 9 Midway City CA 92655 - s]] eacn Ave Marina Del Rey iA 2 l Using bid Fashioned Wing HingesGO will gain control efficiency eliminating gap between moveable stationary control surfaces GAPLESS HiNGE SLOlTER Simplifies installation Gapless Hinges A Makes slots 4 Sizes sI Balsa 5 S5 CE $250 r MPG OF NI-STARTER $2995 Charger PLEASE SPECIFY WHICH CHARGER WHEN ORDERING L TORK revolutionary concept power 1 planes using glow fuel engines TI enough reduce compression cad comes e new C/b chi cherging also has removable T Over 50 consecutive starts full onto plug positive connection Sen free shipping handling 152 Model Aviation STARTER 5V glow plugs model cars boats air IRK STARTERITMI has steal wrench strong Ir starting supplies power doing rger has LED indicate unit andle can used Torque amplifier charge rechargeable hundreds times Clips ad along pre-payrnent receive TORK-STARTER $2995 Charger Ii by 220V 12V Fast Chargerl $2095 Without Charger CHARGERS $1296 Charger Only Ill CV 220V 1 2V Fast Charger 3011464-2260 work ench make notes weights build will give insight eight buildups occur selecting desig mber simple ones easier build light SAM rules permit structural modifica tions strengthen lighten long done character original design means can increase reduce struc ural members use lighter stronger materials add delete members cann pt substitute slab-sided fuselage builtup nor can turbulator spars substituted planked leading edges keeping character original planning lighten model re member must structurally strong consistent winner cant have well-sdjusted model must rebuild after few flights Also must rigid enough avpid flutter deflection during power run wherefore place start weight redution wing spar matter fact will probably have beefed up Rathr places start weight reduc tion heavy items may able save nore using lighter wheels total weiglt wing spars Very thin service able heels can made balsa little AinT plywood smaller models Also bottoms aluminum drink cans can make neat lightweight 1% 2%-in wheels faced plywood Smaller batteries another method saving lots weight big Texaco 100 mAh batteries may used charged field unit between flights Remember model well-trimmed 90% time will moving servos AA Texaco limited-engine-run events largest battery needed 225 mAb pack little reason use large servos red-hot models World Engines 5-224 servos adequate SAM mode use Ohlsson 60-powered model well-designed control system light n quires low actuation forces After aren i required perform aerobatics SAM models required ability trii efficient flight guidance th areas lift Use enough control surfa e area deflection control mode conditions under will flown Note Futaba S-33s Ace Micro servm similar World S-22A B Fueler Isplice line NEW E-Z FUEL ERft A Receptical lapprox 1/4 die 18 dard 5/32 ter Scale application Standale Aircraft offers EZ-Fueling Reasonable Price istic Appearance Installed Lightwight z hmount $250 plus $ 50 postage handling STANDALE AIRCRAFT CO 2648 Thornwood S W Wyoming M149509 have kit review March 1986 issue Flying Models should interest anyone considering first RC Old-Timer avid enthusiast looking new project reviewed Champion Model Products Powerhouse found kit marvel quality excellent prefabrication classic Sal Taibi design treated well kit makes absolutely dandy flier originally powered OS 61 fourstroker astonished its overpowered behavior design perfectly legal SAM competition sort power cer tainly flies realistically lots fun 35-size Davis Diesel conversion Id suspect 46-size four-stroker would just about ideal Just fun bulk months photos Powerhouses forms over country Another TIS Whats TIS Transistorized ig nition system As mentioned previous col umn availability ignition-engine timer parts Micro Model Engineering theyre MAs advertisers look up ad others has set off bunch activity fliers running old sparkers RC Assist O-T Some very distinct catastroph ic problems can encountered sparkers used RC models old-fashioned coiland-condenser ignition used Several manufacturers have made transis torized ignition units available cure radio frequency RF problems recently received TIS being imported England Strieglers RC Supply 5831 McNight Houston TX 77035 manufactured same Dunham Engineering Orwick Elfin other replica engines Bert Striegler also importing lays out nice fat spark draws bit current units Kustom Kraftsmanship CHS Contact Strieglers brochure TIS replica engines Dee B Mathews 909 N Maize Rd Town house 734 Wichita KS 87212 RC Electrics/Kopski Continued page 53 bined basic do-abilityfor everyone As side comment its likely first-time local meets will draw limited partici pation nearly limited rules establish motor and/or model sizes number cells limited motor runs Continued page 154 12421 Ransom Dr Glenn Dale MD 20769 IRE WHEELS ED& REALISTIC Custom built seamless machined rims Deirin bearings two sizes 8 Nieuport & Triplane 96 5 Proctor model$3596 Send 6O complete literature price list o kits ac cessories Im nIt really selling subscriptions work way ti rough school may seem odd R/C WORLD Family Vacation Something Everyone Spacious two three bedroom fully furnished condominums just bring suitcase Swimming Pool & Whirlpool Spa Lighted Tennis Courts 100 acre flying field Paved Runway Taxiway & Pit Area Enclosed hangar control tower Golf course nearby Minutes Disney World Epcot other major attractions Available daily weekly monthly Call Today make RIG World next vacation spot 305 648-5383 additional information mail coupon K L Property Management PO Box 560846 Orlando FL 32856 call 308 648-5383 Name 1 81 World Soaring Champ DWIGHT HOLLEY FEATURES anes lous Electric Planes Sajlp ASTROP JONT MOTORS IN STOCK everyl natural portant Thats virtuall approa 15 SCVI Motor secondt max good immedi d power-i motor-i therma does ut oppose AMA 7 Electrk Read about larg med could count vi tric mc 2 Aer pose 5 has tine ea several Usin allow maneti requirt far point-I points thri accom batter routint maxim squeez ble Tl impres power allocat power ai SANYO SANYOB attery Special eigh 36 Grams Cut Offeells ir Price Red Jacket Cut Off cells Weigh 62 Grams $340 1200MAH 2 New Super Cells Sanyo - $350 5CR Cut Off cells $375 39 Grams 3/4 length 1200s same dia deliver least 960 MAH sill deliver great amperage quickly LEYS SILENT FLIGHT 203 748-0083 IESTNUT RIDGE RQ0 BETHEL CT 06801 ROFLIGHT ER R 0 0 0 Cl Ce 0 2 0 w Ce m -l 0 z C I-4 m hing welcome approach just y brings Out interestvery im initially Thats what Id like see chat Id like participate myself sure can build equip fly anything choose does proposal compare other hea approach has used n-cell Sailplane Another OT tin time limited example 45 minute Theres specified flight precision landing Sounds ight Vtrong limited motor run 2tely excludes contention have costly highest tandling systems Also limited un pretty much makes exclusively ling event Duration approach tI absolutely positively vehemently power blast approach initial tiles would have eliminated % potential participants Fly last sentence again think says attendees est meet world imag vas developing events rules ot have effectively competed cellnd/or run-time rules used ry attendees 23 states Canada lel representative of Elec iclers country ibatic event like others pro Ilows Electric used pilot time wants fly personal roti h flight round can course rounds depending participation g existing AMA RC Pattern experience pilot selection standard ers chosen sequence fixed pattern Think freestyle individuals program goes Assign alue standard maneuver ifficult tasks being worth possible Permit maneuver flown two e times pilots discretion nodates pilots limited repertoire se competitor will use fuel supply charge wisely tailoring flight end-to-end maneuvers designed ze charge economy interest ng good maneuvers possi e pilot may have decide some very tive high-point-potential high ipending stunt better choice ng available power over several frugal lower-point-value maneuvers proach provides opportunity xercise both strategy skill Simple QUAY BARMA MOOEIS 4114 SHOESTRINGems SEMI-KiT $1199s\~ KIT515495 l.fiI2d Felek SEMIKIT $11995 Rivets KIT$15495 tPOXY/GLASS/FOAM/BALSA CONSTRIJCTTON WITH DRAWINGS AND DATA FOR FORMULA 120 PYLON SPORT OR STANDOFF SCALE FULL OR SEMIKITS CoorYmic 8 10 lbs iiRht Wliid 790 sq wing area SEMIKIT $10995 60 2 stroke 12 4 stroke KIT $14495 skit prices plus shipping ecredit cards welcome io residents add 6i S 12161 7774172 27106 Butternut RidgeNorth Olmated Ohio 44070 Get idea Again approach allows partici pate now initially formative years AMA RC Electric rules doesnt matter whether models big small handlaunched or cells used Such things matter Following approach few years will give everyone good get-acquainted chance see whats reasonable expect Electric Aerobatic Eventually specialized Electric Acrobatic designs will emerge skill class ifications Novice c will needed will very exciting inspir ing simple beginning needed first What could simplerat startthan fly ing whatever modelers have available ready now 3 Scale Scale what modeling about RC Electric Scale natural initial rules lets start off equiva lent Sport Scale thinking Remember objective simply Scale new fangled stuff Electric Scale Im sure some would-be competitive Electric Scale modelers held back because havent tried Electric yet dont want take major Precision Scale project dubious power source non-existent event Given lesser building-investment reasonable competitive opportunity show stuff potential Electric Scale modelers easily tempted test Electric waters event like others can grow something else couple years experience interest level dictate right now nothing no rules grow proposal seed proposal Just bring whatever Electric Scale job have have try philosophy would have accommodated approximately 22 Scale jobs kinds sizes power systems capabilities Electric Fly Get idea 4 Pylon Sorry about terest group may feel left out Its Pylon have no Pylon experience exposure cant write knowledgeable position Pylon better left know what speak Besides what little know Pylon would work well preferred plane motor battery etc philosophyits really suited onesize motor/battery approach Also best can determine Pylon may yet enjoy same popularity categories described above FiBally Ive done Ive finally taken SANYO NB0OARV NEW Low N1200SCF Nov N-9005C Both weig N900SCw N900SCR ELECTRIC MODEL & SAILPLANE SPECIALISTS1101 FEATURING ONLY STATE OF THE ART ITEMS CALL OR WRITE FOR FREE DESCRIPTIVE FLYER 151 Cl ADAMS SPEED CONTROLLERS PNER IL Nw U Only Way Fly Fabtronics Mark 3 CDI pointless system Tremendous Fuel Savings Less Mess No burned-out plugs Better idle Works Great Most 2 4 Cycle Engines AutomatIc Spark control now available 4 cycle englnas Complete Systam IBatteries nell . 69 ladd $3 post handl Send $1 Brochure Ref undable Purchase FABTRONICS 375 isle Royale Rd Gaiesburg IL 61401 itttetcstcd /p V5- Zip Code 15A Antenna Gives Hidden Performance Gone forever nightmare heli-flier dreads stepping 3 foot tenna ripping off front prized chopper just its ready fly Base loaded shoit WHIP ANTENNA gives Thidden performance Less 7 ionit can mounted project front helicopter inside canopy virtually invisible RRAAA UGOEL PRODUCTS 23981 CRAFTSMAN RD218 VERNON ROAD CALABASAS CA 91302GREENVILLE PA 18125 818 992-0195 588-1321 stand Im truly sorry has stepped anyones toes such intent competitive fun everyoneunder simple first-time AMA guidance invite reaction realize lot detail left fill feel its basic thinking approach counts Local CDs should able run basics fill own blanks now encourage groups planning Elec tric meet consider offerings give tryyoull draw largest response possible because no outruled Please forward comment question SASE please author Bob Kopski 25 West End Dr Lansdale PA 19446 Query How readers would interest ed economy-quality reprints past MA Electric features columns make no promisesI need reaction first small pieces plywood epoxied fuselage cables will usually go directly horns rudder sometimes will have transit through another bellcrank pushrod elevator controls such cases keep mind cables pushrod should right angles bellcrank control surface neutral position same thing applies bellcrank pushrod servo end Voyager elevator system would efficient run upper cable through another single pulley located top bellcrank characteristic cable systems can tolerate misalignment rigid pushrod would doesnt pay take too much advantage fact Now weve got servos belleranks pulleys horns worked out its time think about linking together fishing leader bought fer rules crimping tool will come will quickly realize ferrules nothing short pieces brass tubing maybe nickelplated could make yourself Fine Thats exactly what did once feel right size tubing use purpose ferrule help make non-slipping loop end cable first slip ferrule onto cable Next feed cable through selected hole bellcrank control horn whatever Pull four six inches cable through feed end cable back through ferrule Push ferrule up close bellcrank leave large enough loop cable free movement Loop free end cable four six inches up over toward bellerank feed end back through ferrule again Check photo see what mean Now pull free end through tight can holding ferrule position near belicrank Crimp ferrule down cable crimping tool best crimp twice near end rather once middle Now clip off free end cable close ferrule now have ab solutely secure connection cable bellcrank Earlier mentioned putting cable through selected hole bellcrank select right hole Easy aid three simple rules first rule two cables always equal distances center bellcrank second rule spacing should equal both ends cable third rule cables should spaced far apart possible practice means cable runs bellcrank bellcrank go corresponding holes end spacing runs bellcranks control horns determined spacing horns final comment Dont overdo ten sion cables obviously have tight enough prevent slop control sur faces dont have sing like violin Bob Beckman 8248 Holly Grove Ct Manassas VA 22110 prototype manageable subject Does have multi-bladed rotor head nose too short what about documentaton things should given plenty thought before sub ject chosen Documentation biggy dont have cant prove judges wonderful detailing didnt arrive via fantasyland So subject should have mini mum good three-view several quality col photographs showing surfaces pro totype good written description formation available libraries book stores businesses specialize docu mentation such Bob Bankas Scale Model ResearchContinued page 156 June 1986 155 Co Co 1 rn z 0 z 0 C 0 JJ 0 -D m I m 0 Q 0 -I CD C, 0 0 C 0 Cl 0 Co 01 0 N CD CO 0 Cii x 0 x N RC Helicopters/Jolly RC Giant Scale/Beckman Continued 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