Oary THE WEATHERS PERFECT Florida write early May clubs taking advantage cool temperatures conducting scheduled unscheduled events throughout state opportunity judge Pattern events during contest Pensacola Theres nothing like sharp pilots demonstrating what Precision Aerobatic flying about grace power beauty agility money few thoughts traveling through brain watched several contestants What graceful sport high-tech equipment much left chancejust skill Jason Shulman took first place Federation Aeronautique Intemationale FAI class Jasons talented safe young fliers Ive seen years opinion what makes him safe practice ever get opportunity observe him sit back enjoy Nothing compares watching Jekyll very slow rolling circle about three feet off deck During rest event got nothing sunburn case four-alarm heartburn after sitting sun three hours drinking CokeTM eating Polish sausages Maybe theres safety lesson learned Single-Stick vs Dual-Stick November 1996 May 1997 columns mentioned few differences between singleand dual-stick radios provided reasons modelers feel singles improve safety asked mall readers have experience using both mail received theme came through loud clear singles much easier use although very high price readily available and/or incompatible duals used training Hence single-stick setups appear wide use across country letter Jef Raskin Pacifica CA arrived specific safety information related singles indicated experience controllers dates back worked MacintoshTM computer project AppleTM Computer During time Jef spent considerable amount time testing various kinds sticks vs mouse vs other input devices Years ago did extensive testing single-stick vs two-hand operation terms ease learning error rates single-stick better both counts recently Jef received assignment test number sticks controlling flight simulators Again single-stick proved easier learn use others Jef indicated two main reasons 1 does require between-limb September1997 77 *4 S LIKE WHAT ACE & Sri Nr4ER SiNGLE STICK FROToTP1SOI4. THOSE GUYS NE1 S IALL THE I4ELP 1lE9 $jJuIcq~N GET KIIIII7 . OOA KEEP FLYING THAT MODEL FOR YEARS BTA AUTO PILOT real Auto Pilot Designed back-up unit levels skill Inflight ON/OFF Switching Simple Plug Installation Sensors Internal & Unaffected External Conditions Consistent Operation Day Night Overcast Sunny Adjustable Zero & Gains Compatible RC Systems Endorsed Used Top Gun TOC Giant Scale Race Pilots & Experimental Full-Size also Exclusively Canopies Two Sizes Small 3/16 47 mm Large 1/4 64 mm Fourmost Canopy Trim flexible black vinyl strip preformed make perfect mounting trim canopies 4 Feet 1 22 meters per package Because the Canopy Trims unique shape flexibility will contour both flat round fuselages Canopy Trim secures canopy place well providing realistic black outline Canopy Trim may easily installed just razor blade CA adhesive Small Product No 139Large Product No 140 Price $295 FOURMOST PRODUCTS 503 357-2732 coordination two-stick setups 2 maps yaw rotation around vertical axis craft onto yaw stick Jef said also easy use rudder turnsin fact almost automatic great boon handling some Scale craft especially sailplanes said Jef expressed opinion share Anything speeds learning decreases errors improves safety strongly recommends single-stick systems hopes manufacturers make available Regarding prohibitive cost single-stick systems Jef said no reason expensive manufacture its just dual sticks customary agree remember having hobby years before saw single-stick setup still havent tried Lending support what Jef wrote Raymond Miles forwarded note indicating has used single-stick since returning hobby 1970 Ill add two-cents worth subject first radio three-channel World Engines Digit Midget could have Midget Digit whatever needed go ailerons course needed fourth channel never mentioned eventually would needed Anyhow club electronic experts installed fourth channel one-stick took tight away Again some five years later purchased two-stick World Engines radio life could coordinate left hand steering throttle takeoffs never occurred because snaking action accompanied loss throttle control same time Absolutely horrendous bought Pro Line five-channel single-stick Competition Series radio still have radio updated rest joy use have absolutely no problems tracking takeoff three functions stick that type radio does have held front both hands single version allows NI FDa IUU 3 basic machine tools easy-touse benchtop machine Save time money hone business Call FREE Info Pak Backed service training videos tree technical hotline S 1 -8OO-35-O32 Ask o opeao MA79 owe 9mithv AnAbo o ens 57 M 480657 78 Automatic Piloting Systems 92 Yorktown Lane a Mesa CA 92626 Phone 714-979-8948 714-979-8947 Send SASE Information Canopy Trim MUD DUCK AVIATION 7118 Westmoreland Dr VA 22186 1134 cradle radio lower ann rest allowing left thumb curl around throttle lever life cannot understand preferred way fly club people usually stand close watch operate unit comments always look comfortable looks easy Well am remain person club have ever used single-stick system want consider safety aspect yes likely would have run someone something twostick system gave good try correct Ace company still makes single-stick suppose could ordered upon request difference noticed Airtronics few others made priceabout $10 dont think problem just no call current Pro Line has never given bit trouble three four years have gone over does have servo reversing suppose could have something done unit correct its no problem understand its Thanks Raymond whats passed regarding potential advantages seems something requiring serious consideration about manufacturers out Drop line pros cons standpoint Problems Spray Cans scanning Internet hobby-related topics saw article Gene Wilkinson described major pitfall buying paint spray cans After sitting shelf few months cans typically clog up rendering useless Considering expense paint safety concerns trying clear plugged nozzles pins never solvents found Genes solution very helpful youre considering throwing out old paint cans consider following before adding HAZMAT local landfill GMS2000 proud announce arrival Crown Jewel lineup top quality engines GMS2000 120 2-stroke Light weight attention detail typical GMS engineering 2needle carburetor contribute continued success line already established unsurpassed GMS2000 40 47 2 year warranty excellent service support GMS2000 engines meant used seen sc International PO Box 40116 Indianapolis Indiana 46260 1-317-844-1976 http//wwwiquestnet/isc 4-40x1/2 socket caps sell S435/1 00 alloy steel S665/100 stainless S750/50 aluminum fair prices sensible quantities fas teners need model building call write fax free catalog Micro Fasteners 110 Hillcrest Road Flemington NJ 08822 e-mail microf@blostnet Internet 800-892-6917 908-806-4050 fax 908-788-2607 http//microfasteeerscom NCOIPORATED deIAirEft Parts WORLDS LARGEST MANUFACTURER OF SUPERIOR EPOXY-GLASS COWLS WHEEL PANTS 8 ACCESSORIES CALL NOW 810 677-0213 A FAX 810 677-0414 ordem September 1997 79 GMSm -PM 2000 12000 Shaft Size 31824 meight 2640z Norfh West Model Diatribution 21527 NE 227th natole Ground WA 98604 1 -360-687-9452 SUPERK FAST PRICES [I ILLLWAYS LOWELI VERY MINIATURE BEARINGS FOR HOBBY & INDUSTRY For3 Complete Product Lines Have Premium UltraSeal frictionless sealed maintenance-free bearingsthe Largest R/C Cars EconoPower bearings engineered strength & durabilityInventory bucks,HighS peed h gh heat eng ne bea nos Boats-Standa d US Met c s zesand PlanesAsk us about MIDAS TOUCH Ou Othe Fine ProductsWidest &Send $300 CatalogsSelection Helicopters Desier Programs Available BOCA BEARING coin-INSTOCK 7040W Palmetto Park Rd Suite 2304 Ml Boca Ru F 33433 Te 407-098-0004 407-998-0119 USA CANADA CALL TOLL FREE 800-332-3256 0 CANADA USA ..-. Send $100 forOpen $200 Monday ay $300 outside USA10 am EST often have picked up can spray paint some touch-up discovered thing could get out feeble sputter Probably quite number times Over period years has happened lot always seemed rationalize old can relatively cheap paint what heck year ago special-order can spray paint match UltraCote covering putting new airplane did grudgingly because stuff cost $11 just can used paint cowling wheel pants After finished 90% paint left As usual new airplanes eventually became field-worn needed some touch-up got out expensive can paint spruce up scuffed cowling shook can real well greeted anemic dribble paint out nozzle Needless say steamed Eleven bucks down drain thought about exasperated got finally ended up writing caustic letter manufacturer stating least could would figure out way customer clear out clogged spray can admonish instructions stick pins nozzle surprise received nice informative letter manufacturer case Cheveron Hobby Products explaining just go about clearing clog feed tube spray can followed directions golly worked Ill pass instructions perhaps others may benefit 1 Pound small nail 2d smaller through board nail protrudes about half-inch other side board 2 Remove spray button spray can place top can over nail exactly spray button would go can now inverted spray valve resting nail 3 Wrap rag around top can pretty well sealed around board prevent paint spraying out over place 4 tightly holding rag around can push can down nail several times undispersed pigment should clear out hopefully contained rag will work undispersed pigment top end pickup tube spray button end may successful clog bottom pickup tube Thats month Thanks reading keep em flyin .MAT Wing Area 1300 Sq ~urn Flies Better Stop building Takeoff Summer Fly Awesome Snap Rolls Unlimited Aerobatics Effortless KnifA Burn speed Rail-like tracking set bird apa other sport aircraft Weight 16-20 lbs Engine 18 40 Glow/Gas Kit Features Solid Balsa & Plywood truction Pre-sheeted foam wings Pre-built tail surfaces Jigbuilt fuselage landing gear cowl wheel pants instructions 80 Model Aviation s Visit Dealer Call 800-752-1650 Outside USA caII201804-0077 AIRTRAX GS MAT P0 Box 144 Wood Ridge NJ 07075
Edition: Model Aviation - 1997/09
Page Numbers: 77, 78, 79, 80
Edition: Model Aviation - 1997/09
Page Numbers: 77, 78, 79, 80
Oary THE WEATHERS PERFECT Florida write early May clubs taking advantage cool temperatures conducting scheduled unscheduled events throughout state opportunity judge Pattern events during contest Pensacola Theres nothing like sharp pilots demonstrating what Precision Aerobatic flying about grace power beauty agility money few thoughts traveling through brain watched several contestants What graceful sport high-tech equipment much left chancejust skill Jason Shulman took first place Federation Aeronautique Intemationale FAI class Jasons talented safe young fliers Ive seen years opinion what makes him safe practice ever get opportunity observe him sit back enjoy Nothing compares watching Jekyll very slow rolling circle about three feet off deck During rest event got nothing sunburn case four-alarm heartburn after sitting sun three hours drinking CokeTM eating Polish sausages Maybe theres safety lesson learned Single-Stick vs Dual-Stick November 1996 May 1997 columns mentioned few differences between singleand dual-stick radios provided reasons modelers feel singles improve safety asked mall readers have experience using both mail received theme came through loud clear singles much easier use although very high price readily available and/or incompatible duals used training Hence single-stick setups appear wide use across country letter Jef Raskin Pacifica CA arrived specific safety information related singles indicated experience controllers dates back worked MacintoshTM computer project AppleTM Computer During time Jef spent considerable amount time testing various kinds sticks vs mouse vs other input devices Years ago did extensive testing single-stick vs two-hand operation terms ease learning error rates single-stick better both counts recently Jef received assignment test number sticks controlling flight simulators Again single-stick proved easier learn use others Jef indicated two main reasons 1 does require between-limb September1997 77 *4 S LIKE WHAT ACE & Sri Nr4ER SiNGLE STICK FROToTP1SOI4. THOSE GUYS NE1 S IALL THE I4ELP 1lE9 $jJuIcq~N GET KIIIII7 . OOA KEEP FLYING THAT MODEL FOR YEARS BTA AUTO PILOT real Auto Pilot Designed back-up unit levels skill Inflight ON/OFF Switching Simple Plug Installation Sensors Internal & Unaffected External Conditions Consistent Operation Day Night Overcast Sunny Adjustable Zero & Gains Compatible RC Systems Endorsed Used Top Gun TOC Giant Scale Race Pilots & Experimental Full-Size also Exclusively Canopies Two Sizes Small 3/16 47 mm Large 1/4 64 mm Fourmost Canopy Trim flexible black vinyl strip preformed make perfect mounting trim canopies 4 Feet 1 22 meters per package Because the Canopy Trims unique shape flexibility will contour both flat round fuselages Canopy Trim secures canopy place well providing realistic black outline Canopy Trim may easily installed just razor blade CA adhesive Small Product No 139Large Product No 140 Price $295 FOURMOST PRODUCTS 503 357-2732 coordination two-stick setups 2 maps yaw rotation around vertical axis craft onto yaw stick Jef said also easy use rudder turnsin fact almost automatic great boon handling some Scale craft especially sailplanes said Jef expressed opinion share Anything speeds learning decreases errors improves safety strongly recommends single-stick systems hopes manufacturers make available Regarding prohibitive cost single-stick systems Jef said no reason expensive manufacture its just dual sticks customary agree remember having hobby years before saw single-stick setup still havent tried Lending support what Jef wrote Raymond Miles forwarded note indicating has used single-stick since returning hobby 1970 Ill add two-cents worth subject first radio three-channel World Engines Digit Midget could have Midget Digit whatever needed go ailerons course needed fourth channel never mentioned eventually would needed Anyhow club electronic experts installed fourth channel one-stick took tight away Again some five years later purchased two-stick World Engines radio life could coordinate left hand steering throttle takeoffs never occurred because snaking action accompanied loss throttle control same time Absolutely horrendous bought Pro Line five-channel single-stick Competition Series radio still have radio updated rest joy use have absolutely no problems tracking takeoff three functions stick that type radio does have held front both hands single version allows NI FDa IUU 3 basic machine tools easy-touse benchtop machine Save time money hone business Call FREE Info Pak Backed service training videos tree technical hotline S 1 -8OO-35-O32 Ask o opeao MA79 owe 9mithv AnAbo o ens 57 M 480657 78 Automatic Piloting Systems 92 Yorktown Lane a Mesa CA 92626 Phone 714-979-8948 714-979-8947 Send SASE Information Canopy Trim MUD DUCK AVIATION 7118 Westmoreland Dr VA 22186 1134 cradle radio lower ann rest allowing left thumb curl around throttle lever life cannot understand preferred way fly club people usually stand close watch operate unit comments always look comfortable looks easy Well am remain person club have ever used single-stick system want consider safety aspect yes likely would have run someone something twostick system gave good try correct Ace company still makes single-stick suppose could ordered upon request difference noticed Airtronics few others made priceabout $10 dont think problem just no call current Pro Line has never given bit trouble three four years have gone over does have servo reversing suppose could have something done unit correct its no problem understand its Thanks Raymond whats passed regarding potential advantages seems something requiring serious consideration about manufacturers out Drop line pros cons standpoint Problems Spray Cans scanning Internet hobby-related topics saw article Gene Wilkinson described major pitfall buying paint spray cans After sitting shelf few months cans typically clog up rendering useless Considering expense paint safety concerns trying clear plugged nozzles pins never solvents found Genes solution very helpful youre considering throwing out old paint cans consider following before adding HAZMAT local landfill GMS2000 proud announce arrival Crown Jewel lineup top quality engines GMS2000 120 2-stroke Light weight attention detail typical GMS engineering 2needle carburetor contribute continued success line already established unsurpassed GMS2000 40 47 2 year warranty excellent service support GMS2000 engines meant used seen sc International PO Box 40116 Indianapolis Indiana 46260 1-317-844-1976 http//wwwiquestnet/isc 4-40x1/2 socket caps sell S435/1 00 alloy steel S665/100 stainless S750/50 aluminum fair prices sensible quantities fas teners need model building call write fax free catalog Micro Fasteners 110 Hillcrest Road Flemington NJ 08822 e-mail microf@blostnet Internet 800-892-6917 908-806-4050 fax 908-788-2607 http//microfasteeerscom NCOIPORATED deIAirEft Parts WORLDS LARGEST MANUFACTURER OF SUPERIOR EPOXY-GLASS COWLS WHEEL PANTS 8 ACCESSORIES CALL NOW 810 677-0213 A FAX 810 677-0414 ordem September 1997 79 GMSm -PM 2000 12000 Shaft Size 31824 meight 2640z Norfh West Model Diatribution 21527 NE 227th natole Ground WA 98604 1 -360-687-9452 SUPERK FAST PRICES [I ILLLWAYS LOWELI VERY MINIATURE BEARINGS FOR HOBBY & INDUSTRY For3 Complete Product Lines Have Premium UltraSeal frictionless sealed maintenance-free bearingsthe Largest R/C Cars EconoPower bearings engineered strength & durabilityInventory bucks,HighS peed h gh heat eng ne bea nos Boats-Standa d US Met c s zesand PlanesAsk us about MIDAS TOUCH Ou Othe Fine ProductsWidest &Send $300 CatalogsSelection Helicopters Desier Programs Available BOCA BEARING coin-INSTOCK 7040W Palmetto Park Rd Suite 2304 Ml Boca Ru F 33433 Te 407-098-0004 407-998-0119 USA CANADA CALL TOLL FREE 800-332-3256 0 CANADA USA ..-. Send $100 forOpen $200 Monday ay $300 outside USA10 am EST often have picked up can spray paint some touch-up discovered thing could get out feeble sputter Probably quite number times Over period years has happened lot always seemed rationalize old can relatively cheap paint what heck year ago special-order can spray paint match UltraCote covering putting new airplane did grudgingly because stuff cost $11 just can used paint cowling wheel pants After finished 90% paint left As usual new airplanes eventually became field-worn needed some touch-up got out expensive can paint spruce up scuffed cowling shook can real well greeted anemic dribble paint out nozzle Needless say steamed Eleven bucks down drain thought about exasperated got finally ended up writing caustic letter manufacturer stating least could would figure out way customer clear out clogged spray can admonish instructions stick pins nozzle surprise received nice informative letter manufacturer case Cheveron Hobby Products explaining just go about clearing clog feed tube spray can followed directions golly worked Ill pass instructions perhaps others may benefit 1 Pound small nail 2d smaller through board nail protrudes about half-inch other side board 2 Remove spray button spray can place top can over nail exactly spray button would go can now inverted spray valve resting nail 3 Wrap rag around top can pretty well sealed around board prevent paint spraying out over place 4 tightly holding rag around can push can down nail several times undispersed pigment should clear out hopefully contained rag will work undispersed pigment top end pickup tube spray button end may successful clog bottom pickup tube Thats month Thanks reading keep em flyin .MAT Wing Area 1300 Sq ~urn Flies Better Stop building Takeoff Summer Fly Awesome Snap Rolls Unlimited Aerobatics Effortless KnifA Burn speed Rail-like tracking set bird apa other sport aircraft Weight 16-20 lbs Engine 18 40 Glow/Gas Kit Features Solid Balsa & Plywood truction Pre-sheeted foam wings Pre-built tail surfaces Jigbuilt fuselage landing gear cowl wheel pants instructions 80 Model Aviation s Visit Dealer Call 800-752-1650 Outside USA caII201804-0077 AIRTRAX GS MAT P0 Box 144 Wood Ridge NJ 07075
Edition: Model Aviation - 1997/09
Page Numbers: 77, 78, 79, 80
Oary THE WEATHERS PERFECT Florida write early May clubs taking advantage cool temperatures conducting scheduled unscheduled events throughout state opportunity judge Pattern events during contest Pensacola Theres nothing like sharp pilots demonstrating what Precision Aerobatic flying about grace power beauty agility money few thoughts traveling through brain watched several contestants What graceful sport high-tech equipment much left chancejust skill Jason Shulman took first place Federation Aeronautique Intemationale FAI class Jasons talented safe young fliers Ive seen years opinion what makes him safe practice ever get opportunity observe him sit back enjoy Nothing compares watching Jekyll very slow rolling circle about three feet off deck During rest event got nothing sunburn case four-alarm heartburn after sitting sun three hours drinking CokeTM eating Polish sausages Maybe theres safety lesson learned Single-Stick vs Dual-Stick November 1996 May 1997 columns mentioned few differences between singleand dual-stick radios provided reasons modelers feel singles improve safety asked mall readers have experience using both mail received theme came through loud clear singles much easier use although very high price readily available and/or incompatible duals used training Hence single-stick setups appear wide use across country letter Jef Raskin Pacifica CA arrived specific safety information related singles indicated experience controllers dates back worked MacintoshTM computer project AppleTM Computer During time Jef spent considerable amount time testing various kinds sticks vs mouse vs other input devices Years ago did extensive testing single-stick vs two-hand operation terms ease learning error rates single-stick better both counts recently Jef received assignment test number sticks controlling flight simulators Again single-stick proved easier learn use others Jef indicated two main reasons 1 does require between-limb September1997 77 *4 S LIKE WHAT ACE & Sri Nr4ER SiNGLE STICK FROToTP1SOI4. THOSE GUYS NE1 S IALL THE I4ELP 1lE9 $jJuIcq~N GET KIIIII7 . OOA KEEP FLYING THAT MODEL FOR YEARS BTA AUTO PILOT real Auto Pilot Designed back-up unit levels skill Inflight ON/OFF Switching Simple Plug Installation Sensors Internal & Unaffected External Conditions Consistent Operation Day Night Overcast Sunny Adjustable Zero & Gains Compatible RC Systems Endorsed Used Top Gun TOC Giant Scale Race Pilots & Experimental Full-Size also Exclusively Canopies Two Sizes Small 3/16 47 mm Large 1/4 64 mm Fourmost Canopy Trim flexible black vinyl strip preformed make perfect mounting trim canopies 4 Feet 1 22 meters per package Because the Canopy Trims unique shape flexibility will contour both flat round fuselages Canopy Trim secures canopy place well providing realistic black outline Canopy Trim may easily installed just razor blade CA adhesive Small Product No 139Large Product No 140 Price $295 FOURMOST PRODUCTS 503 357-2732 coordination two-stick setups 2 maps yaw rotation around vertical axis craft onto yaw stick Jef said also easy use rudder turnsin fact almost automatic great boon handling some Scale craft especially sailplanes said Jef expressed opinion share Anything speeds learning decreases errors improves safety strongly recommends single-stick systems hopes manufacturers make available Regarding prohibitive cost single-stick systems Jef said no reason expensive manufacture its just dual sticks customary agree remember having hobby years before saw single-stick setup still havent tried Lending support what Jef wrote Raymond Miles forwarded note indicating has used single-stick since returning hobby 1970 Ill add two-cents worth subject first radio three-channel World Engines Digit Midget could have Midget Digit whatever needed go ailerons course needed fourth channel never mentioned eventually would needed Anyhow club electronic experts installed fourth channel one-stick took tight away Again some five years later purchased two-stick World Engines radio life could coordinate left hand steering throttle takeoffs never occurred because snaking action accompanied loss throttle control same time Absolutely horrendous bought Pro Line five-channel single-stick Competition Series radio still have radio updated rest joy use have absolutely no problems tracking takeoff three functions stick that type radio does have held front both hands single version allows NI FDa IUU 3 basic machine tools easy-touse benchtop machine Save time money hone business Call FREE Info Pak Backed service training videos tree technical hotline S 1 -8OO-35-O32 Ask o opeao MA79 owe 9mithv AnAbo o ens 57 M 480657 78 Automatic Piloting Systems 92 Yorktown Lane a Mesa CA 92626 Phone 714-979-8948 714-979-8947 Send SASE Information Canopy Trim MUD DUCK AVIATION 7118 Westmoreland Dr VA 22186 1134 cradle radio lower ann rest allowing left thumb curl around throttle lever life cannot understand preferred way fly club people usually stand close watch operate unit comments always look comfortable looks easy Well am remain person club have ever used single-stick system want consider safety aspect yes likely would have run someone something twostick system gave good try correct Ace company still makes single-stick suppose could ordered upon request difference noticed Airtronics few others made priceabout $10 dont think problem just no call current Pro Line has never given bit trouble three four years have gone over does have servo reversing suppose could have something done unit correct its no problem understand its Thanks Raymond whats passed regarding potential advantages seems something requiring serious consideration about manufacturers out Drop line pros cons standpoint Problems Spray Cans scanning Internet hobby-related topics saw article Gene Wilkinson described major pitfall buying paint spray cans After sitting shelf few months cans typically clog up rendering useless Considering expense paint safety concerns trying clear plugged nozzles pins never solvents found Genes solution very helpful youre considering throwing out old paint cans consider following before adding HAZMAT local landfill GMS2000 proud announce arrival Crown Jewel lineup top quality engines GMS2000 120 2-stroke Light weight attention detail typical GMS engineering 2needle carburetor contribute continued success line already established unsurpassed GMS2000 40 47 2 year warranty excellent service support GMS2000 engines meant used seen sc International PO Box 40116 Indianapolis Indiana 46260 1-317-844-1976 http//wwwiquestnet/isc 4-40x1/2 socket caps sell S435/1 00 alloy steel S665/100 stainless S750/50 aluminum fair prices sensible quantities fas teners need model building call write fax free catalog Micro Fasteners 110 Hillcrest Road Flemington NJ 08822 e-mail microf@blostnet Internet 800-892-6917 908-806-4050 fax 908-788-2607 http//microfasteeerscom NCOIPORATED deIAirEft Parts WORLDS LARGEST MANUFACTURER OF SUPERIOR EPOXY-GLASS COWLS WHEEL PANTS 8 ACCESSORIES CALL NOW 810 677-0213 A FAX 810 677-0414 ordem September 1997 79 GMSm -PM 2000 12000 Shaft Size 31824 meight 2640z Norfh West Model Diatribution 21527 NE 227th natole Ground WA 98604 1 -360-687-9452 SUPERK FAST PRICES [I ILLLWAYS LOWELI VERY MINIATURE BEARINGS FOR HOBBY & INDUSTRY For3 Complete Product Lines Have Premium UltraSeal frictionless sealed maintenance-free bearingsthe Largest R/C Cars EconoPower bearings engineered strength & durabilityInventory bucks,HighS peed h gh heat eng ne bea nos Boats-Standa d US Met c s zesand PlanesAsk us about MIDAS TOUCH Ou Othe Fine ProductsWidest &Send $300 CatalogsSelection Helicopters Desier Programs Available BOCA BEARING coin-INSTOCK 7040W Palmetto Park Rd Suite 2304 Ml Boca Ru F 33433 Te 407-098-0004 407-998-0119 USA CANADA CALL TOLL FREE 800-332-3256 0 CANADA USA ..-. Send $100 forOpen $200 Monday ay $300 outside USA10 am EST often have picked up can spray paint some touch-up discovered thing could get out feeble sputter Probably quite number times Over period years has happened lot always seemed rationalize old can relatively cheap paint what heck year ago special-order can spray paint match UltraCote covering putting new airplane did grudgingly because stuff cost $11 just can used paint cowling wheel pants After finished 90% paint left As usual new airplanes eventually became field-worn needed some touch-up got out expensive can paint spruce up scuffed cowling shook can real well greeted anemic dribble paint out nozzle Needless say steamed Eleven bucks down drain thought about exasperated got finally ended up writing caustic letter manufacturer stating least could would figure out way customer clear out clogged spray can admonish instructions stick pins nozzle surprise received nice informative letter manufacturer case Cheveron Hobby Products explaining just go about clearing clog feed tube spray can followed directions golly worked Ill pass instructions perhaps others may benefit 1 Pound small nail 2d smaller through board nail protrudes about half-inch other side board 2 Remove spray button spray can place top can over nail exactly spray button would go can now inverted spray valve resting nail 3 Wrap rag around top can pretty well sealed around board prevent paint spraying out over place 4 tightly holding rag around can push can down nail several times undispersed pigment should clear out hopefully contained rag will work undispersed pigment top end pickup tube spray button end may successful clog bottom pickup tube Thats month Thanks reading keep em flyin .MAT Wing Area 1300 Sq ~urn Flies Better Stop building Takeoff Summer Fly Awesome Snap Rolls Unlimited Aerobatics Effortless KnifA Burn speed Rail-like tracking set bird apa other sport aircraft Weight 16-20 lbs Engine 18 40 Glow/Gas Kit Features Solid Balsa & Plywood truction Pre-sheeted foam wings Pre-built tail surfaces Jigbuilt fuselage landing gear cowl wheel pants instructions 80 Model Aviation s Visit Dealer Call 800-752-1650 Outside USA caII201804-0077 AIRTRAX GS MAT P0 Box 144 Wood Ridge NJ 07075
Edition: Model Aviation - 1997/09
Page Numbers: 77, 78, 79, 80
Oary THE WEATHERS PERFECT Florida write early May clubs taking advantage cool temperatures conducting scheduled unscheduled events throughout state opportunity judge Pattern events during contest Pensacola Theres nothing like sharp pilots demonstrating what Precision Aerobatic flying about grace power beauty agility money few thoughts traveling through brain watched several contestants What graceful sport high-tech equipment much left chancejust skill Jason Shulman took first place Federation Aeronautique Intemationale FAI class Jasons talented safe young fliers Ive seen years opinion what makes him safe practice ever get opportunity observe him sit back enjoy Nothing compares watching Jekyll very slow rolling circle about three feet off deck During rest event got nothing sunburn case four-alarm heartburn after sitting sun three hours drinking CokeTM eating Polish sausages Maybe theres safety lesson learned Single-Stick vs Dual-Stick November 1996 May 1997 columns mentioned few differences between singleand dual-stick radios provided reasons modelers feel singles improve safety asked mall readers have experience using both mail received theme came through loud clear singles much easier use although very high price readily available and/or incompatible duals used training Hence single-stick setups appear wide use across country letter Jef Raskin Pacifica CA arrived specific safety information related singles indicated experience controllers dates back worked MacintoshTM computer project AppleTM Computer During time Jef spent considerable amount time testing various kinds sticks vs mouse vs other input devices Years ago did extensive testing single-stick vs two-hand operation terms ease learning error rates single-stick better both counts recently Jef received assignment test number sticks controlling flight simulators Again single-stick proved easier learn use others Jef indicated two main reasons 1 does require between-limb September1997 77 *4 S LIKE WHAT ACE & Sri Nr4ER SiNGLE STICK FROToTP1SOI4. THOSE GUYS NE1 S IALL THE I4ELP 1lE9 $jJuIcq~N GET KIIIII7 . OOA KEEP FLYING THAT MODEL FOR YEARS BTA AUTO PILOT real Auto Pilot Designed back-up unit levels skill Inflight ON/OFF Switching Simple Plug Installation Sensors Internal & Unaffected External Conditions Consistent Operation Day Night Overcast Sunny Adjustable Zero & Gains Compatible RC Systems Endorsed Used Top Gun TOC Giant Scale Race Pilots & Experimental Full-Size also Exclusively Canopies Two Sizes Small 3/16 47 mm Large 1/4 64 mm Fourmost Canopy Trim flexible black vinyl strip preformed make perfect mounting trim canopies 4 Feet 1 22 meters per package Because the Canopy Trims unique shape flexibility will contour both flat round fuselages Canopy Trim secures canopy place well providing realistic black outline Canopy Trim may easily installed just razor blade CA adhesive Small Product No 139Large Product No 140 Price $295 FOURMOST PRODUCTS 503 357-2732 coordination two-stick setups 2 maps yaw rotation around vertical axis craft onto yaw stick Jef said also easy use rudder turnsin fact almost automatic great boon handling some Scale craft especially sailplanes said Jef expressed opinion share Anything speeds learning decreases errors improves safety strongly recommends single-stick systems hopes manufacturers make available Regarding prohibitive cost single-stick systems Jef said no reason expensive manufacture its just dual sticks customary agree remember having hobby years before saw single-stick setup still havent tried Lending support what Jef wrote Raymond Miles forwarded note indicating has used single-stick since returning hobby 1970 Ill add two-cents worth subject first radio three-channel World Engines Digit Midget could have Midget Digit whatever needed go ailerons course needed fourth channel never mentioned eventually would needed Anyhow club electronic experts installed fourth channel one-stick took tight away Again some five years later purchased two-stick World Engines radio life could coordinate left hand steering throttle takeoffs never occurred because snaking action accompanied loss throttle control same time Absolutely horrendous bought Pro Line five-channel single-stick Competition Series radio still have radio updated rest joy use have absolutely no problems tracking takeoff three functions stick that type radio does have held front both hands single version allows NI FDa IUU 3 basic machine tools easy-touse benchtop machine Save time money hone business Call FREE Info Pak Backed service training videos tree technical hotline S 1 -8OO-35-O32 Ask o opeao MA79 owe 9mithv AnAbo o ens 57 M 480657 78 Automatic Piloting Systems 92 Yorktown Lane a Mesa CA 92626 Phone 714-979-8948 714-979-8947 Send SASE Information Canopy Trim MUD DUCK AVIATION 7118 Westmoreland Dr VA 22186 1134 cradle radio lower ann rest allowing left thumb curl around throttle lever life cannot understand preferred way fly club people usually stand close watch operate unit comments always look comfortable looks easy Well am remain person club have ever used single-stick system want consider safety aspect yes likely would have run someone something twostick system gave good try correct Ace company still makes single-stick suppose could ordered upon request difference noticed Airtronics few others made priceabout $10 dont think problem just no call current Pro Line has never given bit trouble three four years have gone over does have servo reversing suppose could have something done unit correct its no problem understand its Thanks Raymond whats passed regarding potential advantages seems something requiring serious consideration about manufacturers out Drop line pros cons standpoint Problems Spray Cans scanning Internet hobby-related topics saw article Gene Wilkinson described major pitfall buying paint spray cans After sitting shelf few months cans typically clog up rendering useless Considering expense paint safety concerns trying clear plugged nozzles pins never solvents found Genes solution very helpful youre considering throwing out old paint cans consider following before adding HAZMAT local landfill GMS2000 proud announce arrival Crown Jewel lineup top quality engines GMS2000 120 2-stroke Light weight attention detail typical GMS engineering 2needle carburetor contribute continued success line already established unsurpassed GMS2000 40 47 2 year warranty excellent service support GMS2000 engines meant used seen sc International PO Box 40116 Indianapolis Indiana 46260 1-317-844-1976 http//wwwiquestnet/isc 4-40x1/2 socket caps sell S435/1 00 alloy steel S665/100 stainless S750/50 aluminum fair prices sensible quantities fas teners need model building call write fax free catalog Micro Fasteners 110 Hillcrest Road Flemington NJ 08822 e-mail microf@blostnet Internet 800-892-6917 908-806-4050 fax 908-788-2607 http//microfasteeerscom NCOIPORATED deIAirEft Parts WORLDS LARGEST MANUFACTURER OF SUPERIOR EPOXY-GLASS COWLS WHEEL PANTS 8 ACCESSORIES CALL NOW 810 677-0213 A FAX 810 677-0414 ordem September 1997 79 GMSm -PM 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