AT ONE TIME another us partic ipates RC Scale competition has endure fair share its numerous learning experienc es some cases paid fewer penalties growth development others cases learn lessons jumping both feet fiercely competitive field hoping against odds landed upright after smoke cleared Understandably Sport Precision Giant Scale competition can very intimidating fledgling Scale modeler First must pair model up docu mentation package said very diffi cult thing organize effectively Next must put pride joy up probable criti cism other competitors cruelly honest pen wielders static judges previous humiliation werent enough have fly fool thing front still judges crowd strangers likely rooting 27 big-name guys contest convinced will beat pants off no matter what airplane ye built well can tly Well dont despair As newcomer Scale competition need face such pres sures AMA Fun Scale event perfect ve hicle letting get feet wet fear drowning deep water AMA Fun Scale can become active part full-blown sanc tioned Scale competition ever having make investment EDFEmotional Debt Factor Im going show you can use event take intimidation humiliation fear out entering Scale arena can make jump competition flying perfectly painless yourself selecting best airplane job hand Regardless what think others may expect you must remember best airplane job necessarily friends like Rather comfortable Never choose model competition performance envelope beyond present pi loting abilities feel youre best tooling flat-bottomed trainer around sky countless Scale models available similar flight performance choose Just some possibilities Gold berg Top Flite Balsa USA Sig Cubs Bud Nosens Aeronca Citabria Cub Mister Mulli gan Sterlings Tn-Pacer Hangar Ones Beaver hole-drilling fun-fly airplanes sporting forte perhaps popular warbird kits modern aerobatic types would bet ter suit flying style Top Flite Models Da vey Systems Corporation Wing Manufacturing Royal Products Byron Originals offer vir tual slew World War II fighters choose Great Planes Carl Goldberg Models Zim pro Models Byron Originals offer host Caps Chipmunks Lasers Extras other firstrate acrobatic ships want Just look around bit Its Out Left Davey Systems Corporations FW-190 easy-to-build easy-to-fly heavy metal warbird friendly model like need take fear out going contest World War II fighter kits available versions manufacturers Right Carl Goldberg Models Anniversary J-3 Cub gentle high-wing airplanes exhibit trainerlike qualities flight perform ance get down can fly trainer can compete Fun Scale just have pick model right Left ARFs okay AMA Fun Scale too want fly P-51 dont want build Lanier R/C Models has just ticket little glue little paint few stickle markings off gomaybe night before contestl Right Out box nothing added Great Planes CAP 2116 good example Fun Scale acrobatic ship can add little widgets later fly Sport Scale 56 Model Aviation Radio Control Scale Jeff Troy 612 Westmorsland Dr Hays Landlng NJ 08330 WW German Taube built Nick Ziroli plans Slow flying predictable uses three channels four use Vortac bomb release Youil soon learn Scale competition dont have fly maneuvers cant pronounce 90 flies like Kadet Senlorital have moderate flying skills just seem enjoy shooting lazy touch-and-goes day look slow predictable WW fighter vintage stick n fabric aeroplane Flair Models Balsa USA Hangar DB Models Proctor Enterprises Aerodrome Models sev eral other manufacturers offer aspiring Scale modeler wonderful selection early aero planes Nieuports Spads Jennys Camels Fok kers Blackburnswhatever like can course opposite end slowflying vintage model envelope modem-day high-performance fire breatherthe ducted-fan powered model Jet Hangar Hobbies Bob Violelt Models Byron Originals Yellow Aircraft Bob Parkinson Models others provide ex cellent aircraft performance packages experienced flier/Scale aspirant Really people selection available kit subjects has never better field ofquite literallyhundreds Scale models choose No matter what fly ing style theres entry-level model out suit AMA Fun Scales doors re open comers regardless experience have pick model best complements experience Perhaps best place point out Fun Scale competition dont have con struct model dont want can use ARF RTF can buy fully built model friend club auction like Its rulesno builder model Now isnt suggest shouldnt build great Scale model youd like toyou should should aware dont have primary difference between Fun Scale traditional Scale events much quality airplane way plane judged Fun Scale static judging quite basic model looks like alrplane its worth five points example E-Z ARF P-51 ac companied almost picture P-5 1 worth five static points Fun Scale model like Bob Fiorenzes F-18 Hornet its ticulous detail tedious docunientation would worthguess whatstill same five static points means build beautiful model can because thats key element Scale model ing made keep mind Fun Scale competition can learn ropes own pace no need rush things After attending few meets youll know youre ready build special airplane Once youve made final choice acquired built model become comfortable flying it will time hit contest trail Preparation taking on AMA Fun Scale Continued page 168 TM FUEL WIZZARD THE WORLDS FASTEST AND MOST FUEL PUMP EVER * FITS ALL GALLON FUEL BOTTLES * FAST ONE STROKE LL OUNCE OF FUEL * ALL FUEL SAFE GLO FUEL & GASOLINE SUGGESTED RETAIL $995 NOW JUST $750 CONVENIENT SEE YOUR DEALER OR ORIER DIRECT PLEASE ENTER MY ORDER FORFUEL WJZZARDS AT $ 750 EACII POSTAGE PAID NAMESTREET_______________________ CITYSTATE________________ ZIP_________ ORDER FROM ACME PLASTIC PUMP CO P 0 BOX 24551 MINNEAPOLIS MN 55424 DEALER INQUIRIES INVITEI October 1990 57 Sig Manufacturings 1A-scale clipped-wing Piper Cub excellent model Scale Fun Scale competition builds nicely flies beautifully everybody loves Cub FILLS THE LARGEST MODEL FUEL TANKS iN SECONDS HAS MOVED INTO LARGER QUARTERS 21658 Cloud Way Hayward CA 94545 CAL 415 783-4868 Out CAL 800 482-8663 h announce proud TATONE PRODUCTS CORPORATION has acquired CB ASSOCIATES PRESIDENT TATONE PRODUCTS CORP VPRODUCTS Made White Laminating Epoxy & Fiberglass ng Lightweight No Pin Holes tle e Construction dor c $ $ $ $ $ $ % Home Video Buffs 4 video used will receive $50 tape content used becomes property RC Funnies formats accepted Send orginal tape no copies will return tape enclose $5 postage handling Set tape proper segment brief written explanation Send video anything funny new interesting nes4 3493 Scottwood Dr. Green Bay WI 54311 ceived got idea some similar discus sion would again appropriate basics topic topical area has covered piece meal fashion throughout past years col umn However its time review/update some old some new ideas examples necessity will require col umn month well look some generalities begin detailed discussion next De cember column intent help transition store-bought custom wiring/installa tionseven now feel such beyond ability normally think Electric stuff model comprised three things motor battery everything else simplest view everything else basically what connects first two together makes everything work However everything else can include quite variety components wiring options example control choices include speed controls electronic On/Off switches servo-driven switches no control recommended choices further expanded existence products several competing manufacturers theres problem connector variety its frequent occurrence competing products dont readily interconnect questions Does fuse go before speed control after should arming switch goor need now Which wire cut Red black much goes well questions will answered Before detail beginssome preaching Electric installations fused will fly fuse Period strongly recommend system does include fuse get Well see Personally Id like see AMA require properly installed system fuse part con ditions insurance no excuse having fuse distinct safety consideration please dont anyone tell works better Power loss associated prop erly installed fuse peanuts dont care youre competition next chapter verse concerns arming switches view another sys tem safety item also downright practical re quirement well arming switch mas ter control Electric power system Its unlike main circuit breaker wiring sys tem home switch never driven servo servos have known glitch stall always mounted surface model ready ac cessibility makes everything workor can shut everything down easily overrides thing else power system including con trol radio may have over system operation Its last thing turn before takeoff first thing turn off right after landing dont have plane should Well see another column concludes Remem ber next November issue annual cov erage AMA Nats wont regular columns except Prestons Safety col umn until December issue Please send mail author address shown header respond correspon dence accompamed self-addressed stamped envelope SASE meantime always Happy Electric Landings Everyone RC Scale/Troy Continued page 57 event can own pace too Naturally must first read rules event AMA 1990-91 Competition Regulations hand book order understand what will ex pected contest after spending few minutes rules youll see detailed documentation package youve fearing long isnt required Fun Scale like can replaced some thing simple picture model box top kit youve built top Scale meets have begun offer Fun Scale added attraction Attend Once youve made commitment enter few such contests can usually count being able rub elbows best bestthe big-name Scale flierswithout intimidation having battle Instead can simply enjoy meeting watching work learning Display best manners contest scene dont overly shy Just like Scale modelers love talk about airplanes first few Scale meets will best opportunlty make friends mentors experienced fliers Approach youll soon find no different or other RC modelers anywhere else Ask let see documentation packages talk about static presentations Ask handled neat little trick models Watch way present flights judges way instruct callers assist flight presentations Pay particular attention highly professional admirable manner true sportsmen handle themselves judge forced take nibble Out egos downgrade watch learn sooner will come grips contest trail Before too long models will show marked improve ment construction flying style will de velop purpose will come know documentation package can important airplane will have learned effective ways preparing will matter time before move take rightful place Sports man Expert Scale Giant Scale classes competition perhaps yourself become mentor another aspiring flier As added benefit youre working toward perfecting models flying skills youll also de veloping two other valuable assetsgood sports manship character After getting involved AMA Fun Scale using opportunity gradually become Scale contest environment perhaps will understand having fun isnt limited fun flys noncompetitive events Scale com petition fliers have fun too Most com petitors very warm people enjoying what trying best can After really fun AT-6/PauI Continued page 60 good sanding Glue tips final carve sand flaps can fit ted joined hinged multiple hinges shown plan serve good purpose 168 Model Aviation n neSc premIeres Oct RC EntertaInment t 1t8 beet Sit bad & relax Smile Laugh Enjoy funny side modeling series 30-45 mm videos will tickle funny bonel collection fun-filled funny moments mound country Great club meetings home entertainment new & exciting tape other month $25 per tape VHS SPECIAL INTRODUCTORY OFFER $$$ SAVE OVER $801 YEAR Suscupno 6 TAPSs -$tiO $9995 $$$SAVE$1102 Yu Suuscuprso 12 TAss -$3G $190 year round enteIainment Credit card orders may placed cafling 1-800-236-9696 Visa & MasterCard amid name address phone please print type subscription amount RC FUNNIES 3493 Scottwood Dr Green Bay WI 54311 GLIDER RETRACTS Servo actuated glider retracts Over center up/do lock Aluminum parts made computer-controlled milling machine 8061 -TE beautifully crafted retracts made finest materials available best offered anywhere Made uSA 1/5 SCALE 3 oz wheel 1 -9/16W x 4L 2H 2/v wheel max 1/4 SCALE TWO TO CHOOSE FROM STO FOR GLIDERS UP TO 10 LBS 52 oz wheel 2W s 3-7/1 6L 2A H 35 wheel max HO FOR GLIDERS OVER 10 LBS 65 OZ 2W 6L 23/vH 35 wheel max ia SCALE 88 OZ wheel 23/4W 61 23/aH 5 wheel max FIVE-FOOT PUSHAOOS-1 /16 Music Wire casing Send stamped self-addressed envelope pricing mare info SCALE GLIDER COMPONENTS 7034 FERN PLACE CARLSBAD CA 92009 6191 931-1438
Edition: Model Aviation - 1990/10
Page Numbers: 56, 57, 168
Edition: Model Aviation - 1990/10
Page Numbers: 56, 57, 168
AT ONE TIME another us partic ipates RC Scale competition has endure fair share its numerous learning experienc es some cases paid fewer penalties growth development others cases learn lessons jumping both feet fiercely competitive field hoping against odds landed upright after smoke cleared Understandably Sport Precision Giant Scale competition can very intimidating fledgling Scale modeler First must pair model up docu mentation package said very diffi cult thing organize effectively Next must put pride joy up probable criti cism other competitors cruelly honest pen wielders static judges previous humiliation werent enough have fly fool thing front still judges crowd strangers likely rooting 27 big-name guys contest convinced will beat pants off no matter what airplane ye built well can tly Well dont despair As newcomer Scale competition need face such pres sures AMA Fun Scale event perfect ve hicle letting get feet wet fear drowning deep water AMA Fun Scale can become active part full-blown sanc tioned Scale competition ever having make investment EDFEmotional Debt Factor Im going show you can use event take intimidation humiliation fear out entering Scale arena can make jump competition flying perfectly painless yourself selecting best airplane job hand Regardless what think others may expect you must remember best airplane job necessarily friends like Rather comfortable Never choose model competition performance envelope beyond present pi loting abilities feel youre best tooling flat-bottomed trainer around sky countless Scale models available similar flight performance choose Just some possibilities Gold berg Top Flite Balsa USA Sig Cubs Bud Nosens Aeronca Citabria Cub Mister Mulli gan Sterlings Tn-Pacer Hangar Ones Beaver hole-drilling fun-fly airplanes sporting forte perhaps popular warbird kits modern aerobatic types would bet ter suit flying style Top Flite Models Da vey Systems Corporation Wing Manufacturing Royal Products Byron Originals offer vir tual slew World War II fighters choose Great Planes Carl Goldberg Models Zim pro Models Byron Originals offer host Caps Chipmunks Lasers Extras other firstrate acrobatic ships want Just look around bit Its Out Left Davey Systems Corporations FW-190 easy-to-build easy-to-fly heavy metal warbird friendly model like need take fear out going contest World War II fighter kits available versions manufacturers Right Carl Goldberg Models Anniversary J-3 Cub gentle high-wing airplanes exhibit trainerlike qualities flight perform ance get down can fly trainer can compete Fun Scale just have pick model right Left ARFs okay AMA Fun Scale too want fly P-51 dont want build Lanier R/C Models has just ticket little glue little paint few stickle markings off gomaybe night before contestl Right Out box nothing added Great Planes CAP 2116 good example Fun Scale acrobatic ship can add little widgets later fly Sport Scale 56 Model Aviation Radio Control Scale Jeff Troy 612 Westmorsland Dr Hays Landlng NJ 08330 WW German Taube built Nick Ziroli plans Slow flying predictable uses three channels four use Vortac bomb release Youil soon learn Scale competition dont have fly maneuvers cant pronounce 90 flies like Kadet Senlorital have moderate flying skills just seem enjoy shooting lazy touch-and-goes day look slow predictable WW fighter vintage stick n fabric aeroplane Flair Models Balsa USA Hangar DB Models Proctor Enterprises Aerodrome Models sev eral other manufacturers offer aspiring Scale modeler wonderful selection early aero planes Nieuports Spads Jennys Camels Fok kers Blackburnswhatever like can course opposite end slowflying vintage model envelope modem-day high-performance fire breatherthe ducted-fan powered model Jet Hangar Hobbies Bob Violelt Models Byron Originals Yellow Aircraft Bob Parkinson Models others provide ex cellent aircraft performance packages experienced flier/Scale aspirant Really people selection available kit subjects has never better field ofquite literallyhundreds Scale models choose No matter what fly ing style theres entry-level model out suit AMA Fun Scales doors re open comers regardless experience have pick model best complements experience Perhaps best place point out Fun Scale competition dont have con struct model dont want can use ARF RTF can buy fully built model friend club auction like Its rulesno builder model Now isnt suggest shouldnt build great Scale model youd like toyou should should aware dont have primary difference between Fun Scale traditional Scale events much quality airplane way plane judged Fun Scale static judging quite basic model looks like alrplane its worth five points example E-Z ARF P-51 ac companied almost picture P-5 1 worth five static points Fun Scale model like Bob Fiorenzes F-18 Hornet its ticulous detail tedious docunientation would worthguess whatstill same five static points means build beautiful model can because thats key element Scale model ing made keep mind Fun Scale competition can learn ropes own pace no need rush things After attending few meets youll know youre ready build special airplane Once youve made final choice acquired built model become comfortable flying it will time hit contest trail Preparation taking on AMA Fun Scale Continued page 168 TM FUEL WIZZARD THE WORLDS FASTEST AND MOST FUEL PUMP EVER * FITS ALL GALLON FUEL BOTTLES * FAST ONE STROKE LL OUNCE OF FUEL * ALL FUEL SAFE GLO FUEL & GASOLINE SUGGESTED RETAIL $995 NOW JUST $750 CONVENIENT SEE YOUR DEALER OR ORIER DIRECT PLEASE ENTER MY ORDER FORFUEL WJZZARDS AT $ 750 EACII POSTAGE PAID NAMESTREET_______________________ CITYSTATE________________ ZIP_________ ORDER FROM ACME PLASTIC PUMP CO P 0 BOX 24551 MINNEAPOLIS MN 55424 DEALER INQUIRIES INVITEI October 1990 57 Sig Manufacturings 1A-scale clipped-wing Piper Cub excellent model Scale Fun Scale competition builds nicely flies beautifully everybody loves Cub FILLS THE LARGEST MODEL FUEL TANKS iN SECONDS HAS MOVED INTO LARGER QUARTERS 21658 Cloud Way Hayward CA 94545 CAL 415 783-4868 Out CAL 800 482-8663 h announce proud TATONE PRODUCTS CORPORATION has acquired CB ASSOCIATES PRESIDENT TATONE PRODUCTS CORP VPRODUCTS Made White Laminating Epoxy & Fiberglass ng Lightweight No Pin Holes tle e Construction dor c $ $ $ $ $ $ % Home Video Buffs 4 video used will receive $50 tape content used becomes property RC Funnies formats accepted Send orginal tape no copies will return tape enclose $5 postage handling Set tape proper segment brief written explanation Send video anything funny new interesting nes4 3493 Scottwood Dr. Green Bay WI 54311 ceived got idea some similar discus sion would again appropriate basics topic topical area has covered piece meal fashion throughout past years col umn However its time review/update some old some new ideas examples necessity will require col umn month well look some generalities begin detailed discussion next De cember column intent help transition store-bought custom wiring/installa tionseven now feel such beyond ability normally think Electric stuff model comprised three things motor battery everything else simplest view everything else basically what connects first two together makes everything work However everything else can include quite variety components wiring options example control choices include speed controls electronic On/Off switches servo-driven switches no control recommended choices further expanded existence products several competing manufacturers theres problem connector variety its frequent occurrence competing products dont readily interconnect questions Does fuse go before speed control after should arming switch goor need now Which wire cut Red black much goes well questions will answered Before detail beginssome preaching Electric installations fused will fly fuse Period strongly recommend system does include fuse get Well see Personally Id like see AMA require properly installed system fuse part con ditions insurance no excuse having fuse distinct safety consideration please dont anyone tell works better Power loss associated prop erly installed fuse peanuts dont care youre competition next chapter verse concerns arming switches view another sys tem safety item also downright practical re quirement well arming switch mas ter control Electric power system Its unlike main circuit breaker wiring sys tem home switch never driven servo servos have known glitch stall always mounted surface model ready ac cessibility makes everything workor can shut everything down easily overrides thing else power system including con trol radio may have over system operation Its last thing turn before takeoff first thing turn off right after landing dont have plane should Well see another column concludes Remem ber next November issue annual cov erage AMA Nats wont regular columns except Prestons Safety col umn until December issue Please send mail author address shown header respond correspon dence accompamed self-addressed stamped envelope SASE meantime always Happy Electric Landings Everyone RC Scale/Troy Continued page 57 event can own pace too Naturally must first read rules event AMA 1990-91 Competition Regulations hand book order understand what will ex pected contest after spending few minutes rules youll see detailed documentation package youve fearing long isnt required Fun Scale like can replaced some thing simple picture model box top kit youve built top Scale meets have begun offer Fun Scale added attraction Attend Once youve made commitment enter few such contests can usually count being able rub elbows best bestthe big-name Scale flierswithout intimidation having battle Instead can simply enjoy meeting watching work learning Display best manners contest scene dont overly shy Just like Scale modelers love talk about airplanes first few Scale meets will best opportunlty make friends mentors experienced fliers Approach youll soon find no different or other RC modelers anywhere else Ask let see documentation packages talk about static presentations Ask handled neat little trick models Watch way present flights judges way instruct callers assist flight presentations Pay particular attention highly professional admirable manner true sportsmen handle themselves judge forced take nibble Out egos downgrade watch learn sooner will come grips contest trail Before too long models will show marked improve ment construction flying style will de velop purpose will come know documentation package can important airplane will have learned effective ways preparing will matter time before move take rightful place Sports man Expert Scale Giant Scale classes competition perhaps yourself become mentor another aspiring flier As added benefit youre working toward perfecting models flying skills youll also de veloping two other valuable assetsgood sports manship character After getting involved AMA Fun Scale using opportunity gradually become Scale contest environment perhaps will understand having fun isnt limited fun flys noncompetitive events Scale com petition fliers have fun too Most com petitors very warm people enjoying what trying best can After really fun AT-6/PauI Continued page 60 good sanding Glue tips final carve sand flaps can fit ted joined hinged multiple hinges shown plan serve good purpose 168 Model Aviation n neSc premIeres Oct RC EntertaInment t 1t8 beet Sit bad & relax Smile Laugh Enjoy funny side modeling series 30-45 mm videos will tickle funny bonel collection fun-filled funny moments mound country Great club meetings home entertainment new & exciting tape other month $25 per tape VHS SPECIAL INTRODUCTORY OFFER $$$ SAVE OVER $801 YEAR Suscupno 6 TAPSs -$tiO $9995 $$$SAVE$1102 Yu Suuscuprso 12 TAss -$3G $190 year round enteIainment Credit card orders may placed cafling 1-800-236-9696 Visa & MasterCard amid name address phone please print type subscription amount RC FUNNIES 3493 Scottwood Dr Green Bay WI 54311 GLIDER RETRACTS Servo actuated glider retracts Over center up/do lock Aluminum parts made computer-controlled milling machine 8061 -TE beautifully crafted retracts made finest materials available best offered anywhere Made uSA 1/5 SCALE 3 oz wheel 1 -9/16W x 4L 2H 2/v wheel max 1/4 SCALE TWO TO CHOOSE FROM STO FOR GLIDERS UP TO 10 LBS 52 oz wheel 2W s 3-7/1 6L 2A H 35 wheel max HO FOR GLIDERS OVER 10 LBS 65 OZ 2W 6L 23/vH 35 wheel max ia SCALE 88 OZ wheel 23/4W 61 23/aH 5 wheel max FIVE-FOOT PUSHAOOS-1 /16 Music Wire casing Send stamped self-addressed envelope pricing mare info SCALE GLIDER COMPONENTS 7034 FERN PLACE CARLSBAD CA 92009 6191 931-1438
Edition: Model Aviation - 1990/10
Page Numbers: 56, 57, 168
AT ONE TIME another us partic ipates RC Scale competition has endure fair share its numerous learning experienc es some cases paid fewer penalties growth development others cases learn lessons jumping both feet fiercely competitive field hoping against odds landed upright after smoke cleared Understandably Sport Precision Giant Scale competition can very intimidating fledgling Scale modeler First must pair model up docu mentation package said very diffi cult thing organize effectively Next must put pride joy up probable criti cism other competitors cruelly honest pen wielders static judges previous humiliation werent enough have fly fool thing front still judges crowd strangers likely rooting 27 big-name guys contest convinced will beat pants off no matter what airplane ye built well can tly Well dont despair As newcomer Scale competition need face such pres sures AMA Fun Scale event perfect ve hicle letting get feet wet fear drowning deep water AMA Fun Scale can become active part full-blown sanc tioned Scale competition ever having make investment EDFEmotional Debt Factor Im going show you can use event take intimidation humiliation fear out entering Scale arena can make jump competition flying perfectly painless yourself selecting best airplane job hand Regardless what think others may expect you must remember best airplane job necessarily friends like Rather comfortable Never choose model competition performance envelope beyond present pi loting abilities feel youre best tooling flat-bottomed trainer around sky countless Scale models available similar flight performance choose Just some possibilities Gold berg Top Flite Balsa USA Sig Cubs Bud Nosens Aeronca Citabria Cub Mister Mulli gan Sterlings Tn-Pacer Hangar Ones Beaver hole-drilling fun-fly airplanes sporting forte perhaps popular warbird kits modern aerobatic types would bet ter suit flying style Top Flite Models Da vey Systems Corporation Wing Manufacturing Royal Products Byron Originals offer vir tual slew World War II fighters choose Great Planes Carl Goldberg Models Zim pro Models Byron Originals offer host Caps Chipmunks Lasers Extras other firstrate acrobatic ships want Just look around bit Its Out Left Davey Systems Corporations FW-190 easy-to-build easy-to-fly heavy metal warbird friendly model like need take fear out going contest World War II fighter kits available versions manufacturers Right Carl Goldberg Models Anniversary J-3 Cub gentle high-wing airplanes exhibit trainerlike qualities flight perform ance get down can fly trainer can compete Fun Scale just have pick model right Left ARFs okay AMA Fun Scale too want fly P-51 dont want build Lanier R/C Models has just ticket little glue little paint few stickle markings off gomaybe night before contestl Right Out box nothing added Great Planes CAP 2116 good example Fun Scale acrobatic ship can add little widgets later fly Sport Scale 56 Model Aviation Radio Control Scale Jeff Troy 612 Westmorsland Dr Hays Landlng NJ 08330 WW German Taube built Nick Ziroli plans Slow flying predictable uses three channels four use Vortac bomb release Youil soon learn Scale competition dont have fly maneuvers cant pronounce 90 flies like Kadet Senlorital have moderate flying skills just seem enjoy shooting lazy touch-and-goes day look slow predictable WW fighter vintage stick n fabric aeroplane Flair Models Balsa USA Hangar DB Models Proctor Enterprises Aerodrome Models sev eral other manufacturers offer aspiring Scale modeler wonderful selection early aero planes Nieuports Spads Jennys Camels Fok kers Blackburnswhatever like can course opposite end slowflying vintage model envelope modem-day high-performance fire breatherthe ducted-fan powered model Jet Hangar Hobbies Bob Violelt Models Byron Originals Yellow Aircraft Bob Parkinson Models others provide ex cellent aircraft performance packages experienced flier/Scale aspirant Really people selection available kit subjects has never better field ofquite literallyhundreds Scale models choose No matter what fly ing style theres entry-level model out suit AMA Fun Scales doors re open comers regardless experience have pick model best complements experience Perhaps best place point out Fun Scale competition dont have con struct model dont want can use ARF RTF can buy fully built model friend club auction like Its rulesno builder model Now isnt suggest shouldnt build great Scale model youd like toyou should should aware dont have primary difference between Fun Scale traditional Scale events much quality airplane way plane judged Fun Scale static judging quite basic model looks like alrplane its worth five points example E-Z ARF P-51 ac companied almost picture P-5 1 worth five static points Fun Scale model like Bob Fiorenzes F-18 Hornet its ticulous detail tedious docunientation would worthguess whatstill same five static points means build beautiful model can because thats key element Scale model ing made keep mind Fun Scale competition can learn ropes own pace no need rush things After attending few meets youll know youre ready build special airplane Once youve made final choice acquired built model become comfortable flying it will time hit contest trail Preparation taking on AMA Fun Scale Continued page 168 TM FUEL WIZZARD THE WORLDS FASTEST AND MOST FUEL PUMP EVER * FITS ALL GALLON FUEL BOTTLES * FAST ONE STROKE LL OUNCE OF FUEL * ALL FUEL SAFE GLO FUEL & GASOLINE SUGGESTED RETAIL $995 NOW JUST $750 CONVENIENT SEE YOUR DEALER OR ORIER DIRECT PLEASE ENTER MY ORDER FORFUEL WJZZARDS AT $ 750 EACII POSTAGE PAID NAMESTREET_______________________ CITYSTATE________________ ZIP_________ ORDER FROM ACME PLASTIC PUMP CO P 0 BOX 24551 MINNEAPOLIS MN 55424 DEALER INQUIRIES INVITEI October 1990 57 Sig Manufacturings 1A-scale clipped-wing Piper Cub excellent model Scale Fun Scale competition builds nicely flies beautifully everybody loves Cub FILLS THE LARGEST MODEL FUEL TANKS iN SECONDS HAS MOVED INTO LARGER QUARTERS 21658 Cloud Way Hayward CA 94545 CAL 415 783-4868 Out CAL 800 482-8663 h announce proud TATONE PRODUCTS CORPORATION has acquired CB ASSOCIATES PRESIDENT TATONE PRODUCTS CORP VPRODUCTS Made White Laminating Epoxy & Fiberglass ng Lightweight No Pin Holes tle e Construction dor c $ $ $ $ $ $ % Home Video Buffs 4 video used will receive $50 tape content used becomes property RC Funnies formats accepted Send orginal tape no copies will return tape enclose $5 postage handling Set tape proper segment brief written explanation Send video anything funny new interesting nes4 3493 Scottwood Dr. Green Bay WI 54311 ceived got idea some similar discus sion would again appropriate basics topic topical area has covered piece meal fashion throughout past years col umn However its time review/update some old some new ideas examples necessity will require col umn month well look some generalities begin detailed discussion next De cember column intent help transition store-bought custom wiring/installa tionseven now feel such beyond ability normally think Electric stuff model comprised three things motor battery everything else simplest view everything else basically what connects first two together makes everything work However everything else can include quite variety components wiring options example control choices include speed controls electronic On/Off switches servo-driven switches no control recommended choices further expanded existence products several competing manufacturers theres problem connector variety its frequent occurrence competing products dont readily interconnect questions Does fuse go before speed control after should arming switch goor need now Which wire cut Red black much goes well questions will answered Before detail beginssome preaching Electric installations fused will fly fuse Period strongly recommend system does include fuse get Well see Personally Id like see AMA require properly installed system fuse part con ditions insurance no excuse having fuse distinct safety consideration please dont anyone tell works better Power loss associated prop erly installed fuse peanuts dont care youre competition next chapter verse concerns arming switches view another sys tem safety item also downright practical re quirement well arming switch mas ter control Electric power system Its unlike main circuit breaker wiring sys tem home switch never driven servo servos have known glitch stall always mounted surface model ready ac cessibility makes everything workor can shut everything down easily overrides thing else power system including con trol radio may have over system operation Its last thing turn before takeoff first thing turn off right after landing dont have plane should Well see another column concludes Remem ber next November issue annual cov erage AMA Nats wont regular columns except Prestons Safety col umn until December issue Please send mail author address shown header respond correspon dence accompamed self-addressed stamped envelope SASE meantime always Happy Electric Landings Everyone RC Scale/Troy Continued page 57 event can own pace too Naturally must first read rules event AMA 1990-91 Competition Regulations hand book order understand what will ex pected contest after spending few minutes rules youll see detailed documentation package youve fearing long isnt required Fun Scale like can replaced some thing simple picture model box top kit youve built top Scale meets have begun offer Fun Scale added attraction Attend Once youve made commitment enter few such contests can usually count being able rub elbows best bestthe big-name Scale flierswithout intimidation having battle Instead can simply enjoy meeting watching work learning Display best manners contest scene dont overly shy Just like Scale modelers love talk about airplanes first few Scale meets will best opportunlty make friends mentors experienced fliers Approach youll soon find no different or other RC modelers anywhere else Ask let see documentation packages talk about static presentations Ask handled neat little trick models Watch way present flights judges way instruct callers assist flight presentations Pay particular attention highly professional admirable manner true sportsmen handle themselves judge forced take nibble Out egos downgrade watch learn sooner will come grips contest trail Before too long models will show marked improve ment construction flying style will de velop purpose will come know documentation package can important airplane will have learned effective ways preparing will matter time before move take rightful place Sports man Expert Scale Giant Scale classes competition perhaps yourself become mentor another aspiring flier As added benefit youre working toward perfecting models flying skills youll also de veloping two other valuable assetsgood sports manship character After getting involved AMA Fun Scale using opportunity gradually become Scale contest environment perhaps will understand having fun isnt limited fun flys noncompetitive events Scale com petition fliers have fun too Most com petitors very warm people enjoying what trying best can After really fun AT-6/PauI Continued page 60 good sanding Glue tips final carve sand flaps can fit ted joined hinged multiple hinges shown plan serve good purpose 168 Model Aviation n neSc premIeres Oct RC EntertaInment t 1t8 beet Sit bad & relax Smile Laugh Enjoy funny side modeling series 30-45 mm videos will tickle funny bonel collection fun-filled funny moments mound country Great club meetings home entertainment new & exciting tape other month $25 per tape VHS SPECIAL INTRODUCTORY OFFER $$$ SAVE OVER $801 YEAR Suscupno 6 TAPSs -$tiO $9995 $$$SAVE$1102 Yu Suuscuprso 12 TAss -$3G $190 year round enteIainment Credit card orders may placed cafling 1-800-236-9696 Visa & MasterCard amid name address phone please print type subscription amount RC FUNNIES 3493 Scottwood Dr Green Bay WI 54311 GLIDER RETRACTS Servo actuated glider retracts Over center up/do lock Aluminum parts made computer-controlled milling machine 8061 -TE beautifully crafted retracts made finest materials available best offered anywhere Made uSA 1/5 SCALE 3 oz wheel 1 -9/16W x 4L 2H 2/v wheel max 1/4 SCALE TWO TO CHOOSE FROM STO FOR GLIDERS UP TO 10 LBS 52 oz wheel 2W s 3-7/1 6L 2A H 35 wheel max HO FOR GLIDERS OVER 10 LBS 65 OZ 2W 6L 23/vH 35 wheel max ia SCALE 88 OZ wheel 23/4W 61 23/aH 5 wheel max FIVE-FOOT PUSHAOOS-1 /16 Music Wire casing Send stamped self-addressed envelope pricing mare info SCALE GLIDER COMPONENTS 7034 FERN PLACE CARLSBAD CA 92009 6191 931-1438
