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Excuse me for coming here real late about this model but, I was wondering if anyone noticed how super heavy it is?
Why do I ask?
Because I found out tonight!
Can you all say 4.25 ounces !!!
EDIT: Can you believe a GRAND Total of 8.5 Ounces of DEAD WEIGHT!!!
It is just unbelievable to me that any vendor would do this to such a nice looking model.
For those who have this model and been trying to lighten it up then, you would need to literally DIG into the bottom, frontal side of the FUSE. However, what I did was to DIG out from the FRONT BOTTOM side of the FUSE and right below the Wood Firewall and carefully cut the glue along the bottom Frontal side in order to slightly separate the two FUSE sides just enough slide those LARGE and HEAVY STEEL SOLID ROLLER Bearings!
I got the model when a member of my RC Club had been frustrated that one of the Retracts didn't work anymore because it seems like some glue went inside the housing from a previous crash / repair and he purposely crash the model and I came running and told him that I would like the model because it was back in January and he had that wild look in his eye to throw it in the Burn Barrow that we use for heat during the winter season.
He took his Motor, ESC and Receiver and he gave it to me so, here we are ladies and gentlemen.
It is just unreal to me that any vendor could do this to any "FOAM" model as this is why we purchase these FOAM models so, they can be light!
Why do I ask?
Because I found out tonight!
Can you all say EDIT: Can you believe a GRAND Total of 8.5 Ounces of DEAD WEIGHT!!!
It is just unbelievable to me that any vendor would do this to such a nice looking model.
For those who have this model and been trying to lighten it up then, you would need to literally DIG into the bottom, frontal side of the FUSE. However, what I did was to DIG out from the FRONT BOTTOM side of the FUSE and right below the Wood Firewall and carefully cut the glue along the bottom Frontal side in order to slightly separate the two FUSE sides just enough slide those LARGE and HEAVY STEEL SOLID ROLLER Bearings!
I got the model when a member of my RC Club had been frustrated that one of the Retracts didn't work anymore because it seems like some glue went inside the housing from a previous crash / repair and he purposely crash the model and I came running and told him that I would like the model because it was back in January and he had that wild look in his eye to throw it in the Burn Barrow that we use for heat during the winter season.
He took his Motor, ESC and Receiver and he gave it to me so, here we are ladies and gentlemen.
It is just unreal to me that any vendor could do this to any "FOAM" model as this is why we purchase these FOAM models so, they can be light!
Gals and Guys,
I am strictly Electric RC Flyer and a fanatic with all Electric things.
After many investigative tours trying to decide on a new Lawn Mower, I made my decision on this EGO Cordless Battery operated Self Propelled Lawn Mower that has a cutting range of 21 inches.
Introducing my new EGO 21 in. 56-Volt Lithium-Ion Cordless Battery Self Propelled Mower. It's an amazing Mower as I don't have to deal with Gasoline, Oil, Spark Plugs and cleanup like when I used the Internal Combustion Engine mowers! Also, almost all Gasoline powered mowers come with the automatic carburetor mechanism setup such that they usually go bad after a few seasons! I just Love my new EGO (Model Number LM2102SP) Self Propelled 56-Volt Li-Ion Mower!
Extremely Well Designed (Engineered) Batteries!
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I am strictly Electric RC Flyer and a fanatic with all Electric things.
After many investigative tours trying to decide on a new Lawn Mower, I made my decision on this EGO Cordless Battery operated Self Propelled Lawn Mower that has a cutting range of 21 inches.
Introducing my new EGO 21 in. 56-Volt Lithium-Ion Cordless Battery Self Propelled Mower. It's an amazing Mower as I don't have to deal with Gasoline, Oil, Spark Plugs and cleanup like when I used the Internal Combustion Engine mowers! Also, almost all Gasoline powered mowers come with the automatic carburetor mechanism setup such that they usually go bad after a few seasons! I just Love my new EGO (Model Number LM2102SP) Self Propelled 56-Volt Li-Ion Mower!
| EGO LM2102SP 21 Inch Cordless Lithium Ion 56 Volt Lawn Mower 01 28 2017 (6 min 44 sec) |
Extremely Well Designed (Engineered) Batteries!
| EGO Lithium Ion Internal Battery Dissection -What makes it special (4 min 55 sec) |
Guys,
For those who remember Neal Harris (former GravesRC Employee).
Neal Harris, 61, of Kissimmee was the pilot killed when his plane clipped power lines and plunged into the Suwannee River Saturday, the Lafayette County Sheriff's Office says.
It is with great sadness that confirmation has been acquired by news media that 61 year old Neal Harris (former GRAVES RC Employee) was the one who lost his life in a Plane Crash on Saturday (January 14th, 2017) at approximately 5:00pm on the Suwannee River in his Amphibian (Aeromarine Buccaneer).
I've enjoyed Neil's knowledge & help in years past while he was working at Graves. I also enjoyed flying models with him at a couple of out-door and indoor flying events.
Being a fact of life, our day too will come. My best hope is that I will go as Neal did, enjoying what I am passionate about til the very end.
http://www.wctv.tv/content/news/Plan...410738115.html
http://www.wtxl.com/news/pilot-kille...1f637e6b4.html
Prayers and may he rest in peace.
For those who remember Neal Harris (former GravesRC Employee).
Neal Harris, 61, of Kissimmee was the pilot killed when his plane clipped power lines and plunged into the Suwannee River Saturday, the Lafayette County Sheriff's Office says.
It is with great sadness that confirmation has been acquired by news media that 61 year old Neal Harris (former GRAVES RC Employee) was the one who lost his life in a Plane Crash on Saturday (January 14th, 2017) at approximately 5:00pm on the Suwannee River in his Amphibian (Aeromarine Buccaneer).
I've enjoyed Neil's knowledge & help in years past while he was working at Graves. I also enjoyed flying models with him at a couple of out-door and indoor flying events.
Being a fact of life, our day too will come. My best hope is that I will go as Neal did, enjoying what I am passionate about til the very end.
http://www.wctv.tv/content/news/Plan...410738115.html
http://www.wtxl.com/news/pilot-kille...1f637e6b4.html
Prayers and may he rest in peace.
Guys,
My Trainee, William finally had another Training Session with his Super Cub this morning.
He did pretty good considering..................................
Let me tell you what happened. I made a Pre-Flight Check and Elevator and Rudder was working perfect.
I commanded his Super Cub to take-off and climb at 100 feet and checked out the model by showing William a powered loop and non-powered loop. He listened and acknowledged quickly so, I gave William the control. About one minute later, I asked William to attempt a loop and told him it doesn't matter which (powered or non-powered) and some strange reaction from the model was observed.
I asked William to attempt a powered loop at 100 feet and instructed him to give it DOWN Elevator and this time I was watching his fingers and the control sticks. To my horror, I witnessed William give ample DOWN Elevator and the model still didn't want to nose down or dive? At this time I asked William to turn over the controls over to me and I witnessed the model not respond to DOWN Elevator?
I CUT-OFF the Power and allowed the model to glide for a smooth (Kiss-The-Ground) landing and when we retrieved the model it was my HORROR that the STOCK plastic Clevis and more like the Plastic Pin from the STOCK Clevis had broken-OFF!
Fortunately, I came with my Park Zone T-28D "Airforce" Trojan and I had out-fitted my Trojan with Dubro "White" Clevis with Metal Pins and I gave him that one from...Continue Reading
My Trainee, William finally had another Training Session with his Super Cub this morning.
He did pretty good considering..................................
Let me tell you what happened. I made a Pre-Flight Check and Elevator and Rudder was working perfect.
I commanded his Super Cub to take-off and climb at 100 feet and checked out the model by showing William a powered loop and non-powered loop. He listened and acknowledged quickly so, I gave William the control. About one minute later, I asked William to attempt a loop and told him it doesn't matter which (powered or non-powered) and some strange reaction from the model was observed.
I asked William to attempt a powered loop at 100 feet and instructed him to give it DOWN Elevator and this time I was watching his fingers and the control sticks. To my horror, I witnessed William give ample DOWN Elevator and the model still didn't want to nose down or dive?
At this time I asked William to turn over the controls over to me and I witnessed the model not respond to DOWN Elevator?I CUT-OFF the Power and allowed the model to glide for a smooth (Kiss-The-Ground) landing and when we retrieved the model it was my HORROR that the STOCK plastic Clevis and more like the Plastic Pin from the STOCK Clevis had broken-OFF!
Fortunately, I came with my Park Zone T-28D "Airforce" Trojan and I had out-fitted my Trojan with Dubro "White" Clevis with Metal Pins and I gave him that one from...Continue Reading
Guys,
Since you all are wanting to go faster using "FOAM" airframes then, why not make an Airframe that can "really" take it!
I got this from a good friend, David from Central Florida who went to work for an Aerospace Company and its just Awesome!
Amazing. And if you ask me I think it's the future of scratch-building this is what got me to take the leap and buy a consumer grade 3d printer. I didn't think the consumer grade 3d printers were up to the task of making airframe parts, much less entire airframes. Check it out! Pretty awesome!
Since you all are wanting to go faster using "FOAM" airframes then, why not make an Airframe that can "really" take it!
I got this from a good friend, David from Central Florida who went to work for an Aerospace Company and its just Awesome!
Amazing. And if you ask me I think it's the future of scratch-building this is what got me to take the leap and buy a consumer grade 3d printer. I didn't think the consumer grade 3d printers were up to the task of making airframe parts, much less entire airframes. Check it out! Pretty awesome!
| 3D Printed Airplane - P 38 Lightning | Flite Test (10 min 36 sec) |
Gals and Guys!
My Hyperion Enigma with Lights has been flying all this week after I finally replaced a bad jittery aileron servo!
It has gone with me to the RC Club every morning and before work!
Thank goodness cooler weather conditions!
It was just amazing seeing this model fly right at sunrise and next to the Moon.....those lights are just fantastic.
...Continue Reading
My Hyperion Enigma with Lights has been flying all this week after I finally replaced a bad jittery aileron servo!
It has gone with me to the RC Club every morning and before work!
Thank goodness cooler weather conditions!
It was just amazing seeing this model fly right at sunrise and next to the Moon.....those lights are just fantastic.
...Continue Reading
Okay, as of 2:00am Thursday (10-06-2016) at the CNN Weather News Desk, this Hurricane is almost a CAT-4 thereby, it strengthened over night and its coming directly to Florida and it appears Central Florida.
The only reason I am boarding my house even though I am in-land is because Hurricanes are known to wobble and therefore can veer off course from the weather channel (Hurricane Center predictions).
Besides, I had all the plywood cut to size and labeled from the 2005 hurricanes. I worked my fat ASHE off today. It was an unbelievably hot sun and glad I had one of those Safari hats which saved my life. I started at 2:15pm and could not believe how hot it was and the Sun was amazingly hot. It felt like someone had a Blow Torch on me where the Sun was hitting on me. Had two ladders, some old shorts with those large pockets to keep the steel anchor screws. Didn't finish until 7:15PM!
The Concrete Drill bit was lost once and I did a prayer and found it after coming back on the third time. I have all the small bedroom windows covered with 19/32th plywood panels ( Those facing West, North and East). I didn't have strong help to bring up the larger panels for the Bay Windows that face the South and these will be left alone. I do have a complete Plywood sheet for the front door. The Lani has Plexiglass windows (Facing the North) which are stronger than the Cheap Glass windows Cambridge Homes installed so, not worried there.
Today, I will secure my Aluminum Down Spout Gutter extensions with Sand Bags even though they are close to the ground. I only have two so, no biggie.
The only reason I am boarding my house even though I am in-land is because Hurricanes are known to wobble and therefore can veer off course from the weather channel (Hurricane Center predictions).
Besides, I had all the plywood cut to size and labeled from the 2005 hurricanes. I worked my fat ASHE off today. It was an unbelievably hot sun and glad I had one of those Safari hats which saved my life. I started at 2:15pm and could not believe how hot it was and the Sun was amazingly hot. It felt like someone had a Blow Torch on me where the Sun was hitting on me. Had two ladders, some old shorts with those large pockets to keep the steel anchor screws. Didn't finish until 7:15PM!
The Concrete Drill bit was lost once and I did a prayer and found it after coming back on the third time. I have all the small bedroom windows covered with 19/32th plywood panels ( Those facing West, North and East). I didn't have strong help to bring up the larger panels for the Bay Windows that face the South and these will be left alone. I do have a complete Plywood sheet for the front door. The Lani has Plexiglass windows (Facing the North) which are stronger than the Cheap Glass windows Cambridge Homes installed so, not worried there.
Today, I will secure my Aluminum Down Spout Gutter extensions with Sand Bags even though they are close to the ground. I only have two so, no biggie.
Hello guys,
Just sharing a neat Video I recorded this weekend by jimmy rigging my Point and Shot camera on top of my Cowboy hat.
I was lucky at the AIM!
Okay, enjoy and make sure you select High Resolution by selecting the "HD" symbol.
For those that like to view over at YouTube:
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Just sharing a neat Video I recorded this weekend by jimmy rigging my Point and Shot camera on top of my Cowboy hat.
I was lucky at the AIM!
Okay, enjoy and make sure you select High Resolution by selecting the "HD" symbol.
| Park Zone T-28D Airforce Trojan Knife Edge Flight2 Short 10-01-2016 (2 min 16 sec) |
For those that like to view over at YouTube:
| Park Zone T 28D Airforce Trojan Knife Edge Flight2 Short 10 01 2016 (2 min 16 sec) |
Guys,
Once again Horizon Hobby does it again!
On Saturday, September 24th, I received one fully outfitted Park Zone "Navy" T-28 Trojan Fuse!
It all started when I realized that my 7 year old Park Zone T-28D "Airforce" was just not repairable anymore and I searched and even called Horizon Hobby Technical Support asking them about any donor "USED" FUSE that might be there and if so, could I have the Firewall as anything has to be better than what I have! I even opened a "Looking" thread over at the Electric Airplanes asking ......
https://www.rcgroups.com/forums/show....php?t=2738868
Well, to my surprise, Horizon Hobby sent me an NEW FUSE without any questions and it was outfitted with Servos and the Spektrum AR-600 Full Range Receiver!
Push rods were all in place and ready for action.......well almost!
...Continue Reading
Once again Horizon Hobby does it again!
On Saturday, September 24th, I received one fully outfitted Park Zone "Navy" T-28 Trojan Fuse!
It all started when I realized that my 7 year old Park Zone T-28D "Airforce" was just not repairable anymore and I searched and even called Horizon Hobby Technical Support asking them about any donor "USED" FUSE that might be there and if so, could I have the Firewall as anything has to be better than what I have! I even opened a "Looking" thread over at the Electric Airplanes asking ......
https://www.rcgroups.com/forums/show....php?t=2738868
Well, to my surprise, Horizon Hobby sent me an NEW FUSE without any questions and it was outfitted with Servos and the Spektrum AR-600 Full Range Receiver!
Push rods were all in place and ready for action.......well almost!
...Continue Reading
Hello guys,
Allow me to say that I had to open this blog thread because posting anything about "a" specific model in any of the specific threads created to discuss the specific model made a few people to attack me and "others" who dare point out certain aspects about newly announced and released FOAM warbird models and some resorted to reporting our postings because it was not in their liking "or" they were on the take from the distributor in these threads.
Okay, this blog post is to point out as you might say the King has no clothes analogy
It is perhaps an observation effects among certain recently released 1.1M and 1.2M warbird models that are being discussed within the Electric Warbird section and screaming for attention and our hard earned $$$
Clean and very kind and gentle discussion are welcomed, however, if borderline attacks to anyone or disrespectful unkind or ugly replies will be immediately deleted.
Lastly, since I am located within the United States of America (USA), my comments will be directed and related to someone from the USA when attempting to compare availability and potential purchase of such model.
Okay, lets start with the Eleven Hobby Grumman F8F Bearcat
1. Unlike many pasts Park Flyer warbirds such as Park Zone era you have a fully completed FUSE without the removable COWLING and being a ONE PIECE FUSE, the attached Cowling is made of FOAM. The following observations you will see the Gator Skin effect and if its...Continue Reading
Allow me to say that I had to open this blog thread because posting anything about "a" specific model in any of the specific threads created to discuss the specific model made a few people to attack me and "others" who dare point out certain aspects about newly announced and released FOAM warbird models and some resorted to reporting our postings because it was not in their liking "or" they were on the take from the distributor in these threads.
Okay, this blog post is to point out as you might say the King has no clothes analogy
It is perhaps an observation effects among certain recently released 1.1M and 1.2M warbird models that are being discussed within the Electric Warbird section and screaming for attention and our hard earned $$$
Clean and very kind and gentle discussion are welcomed, however, if borderline attacks to anyone or disrespectful unkind or ugly replies will be immediately deleted.
Lastly, since I am located within the United States of America (USA), my comments will be directed and related to someone from the USA when attempting to compare availability and potential purchase of such model.
Okay, lets start with the Eleven Hobby Grumman F8F Bearcat
1. Unlike many pasts Park Flyer warbirds such as Park Zone era you have a fully completed FUSE without the removable COWLING and being a ONE PIECE FUSE, the attached Cowling is made of FOAM. The following observations you will see the Gator Skin effect and if its...Continue Reading
For Part 1 then, go to:
https://www.rcgroups.com/forums/show....php?t=2734279
Guys!
Fell in Love once more with my Park Zone F4U Corsair!
Replaced right Wing Aileron Servo (had the Jitters in Neutral) and I didn't want to take any chances. Since I had to dig in to get that Wing Servo then, I took off old packing tape from the entire Wing Assembly underneath since I went back to the STOCK Park Zone 480 Brushless motor.
Took the Canopy to Lowe's Home Improvement (Waterford Lakes) and there the nice guy at the paints matched up the paint to exact perfections!
Used the Cowling and main Gear assembly from the Horizon Hobby Corsair with Safe (model that parts came from).
EDIT: The paint was Latex base and here's additional information:
http://m.lowes.com/pd/Valspar-Base-C...-oz/1000067119
Okay, a few pictures!
Took out offending Aileron Wing Servo plus all the old packing tape underneath the wing and fixed a hair ling crack on the trailing edge of wing assembly!
...Continue Reading
https://www.rcgroups.com/forums/show....php?t=2734279
Guys!
Fell in Love once more with my Park Zone F4U Corsair!
Replaced right Wing Aileron Servo (had the Jitters in Neutral) and I didn't want to take any chances. Since I had to dig in to get that Wing Servo then, I took off old packing tape from the entire Wing Assembly underneath since I went back to the STOCK Park Zone 480 Brushless motor.
Took the Canopy to Lowe's Home Improvement (Waterford Lakes) and there the nice guy at the paints matched up the paint to exact perfections!
Used the Cowling and main Gear assembly from the Horizon Hobby Corsair with Safe (model that parts came from).
EDIT: The paint was Latex base and here's additional information:
http://m.lowes.com/pd/Valspar-Base-C...-oz/1000067119
Okay, a few pictures!
Took out offending Aileron Wing Servo plus all the old packing tape underneath the wing and fixed a hair ling crack on the trailing edge of wing assembly!
...Continue Reading
Guys,
I purchased my beloved Park Zone F4U Corsair on September 2nd, 2008!
https://www.rcgroups.com/forums/show...&postcount=246
That's a whopping 8 years and my model is still flying and most importantly satisfying to fly! It has perhaps a few hundred flights on those wings. A few years ago I switched from the STOCK PZ 480 BL motor to the Model Motors AXI-2820/10 with 1,100 Kv. With this AXI Motor the wings almost flexed to the point that the model would have crashed at the first turn. After using some strong packing tape the Wing is incredibly strong.
Fast forward to today, I acquired a few parts from the Horizon Hobby Corsair about one year ago and I have finally come around to perform a FACE LIFT to my old and tired Park Zone F4U Corsair.
Parts came from someone that had:
http://www.horizonhobby.com/HBZ8280?...FUM6gQod-3QDXg
1. Upgraded the Fixed Main Gear & Wheels set with the newer HH F4U.
2. Upgraded the Cowling from the HH F4U.
3. Work Still to be done is Paint and Decals.
Okay, a few pictures!
The way I had it for a while and the AXI was just too much on this airframe!
...Continue Reading
I purchased my beloved Park Zone F4U Corsair on September 2nd, 2008!
https://www.rcgroups.com/forums/show...&postcount=246
That's a whopping 8 years and my model is still flying and most importantly satisfying to fly! It has perhaps a few hundred flights on those wings. A few years ago I switched from the STOCK PZ 480 BL motor to the Model Motors AXI-2820/10 with 1,100 Kv. With this AXI Motor the wings almost flexed to the point that the model would have crashed at the first turn. After using some strong packing tape the Wing is incredibly strong.
Fast forward to today, I acquired a few parts from the Horizon Hobby Corsair about one year ago and I have finally come around to perform a FACE LIFT to my old and tired Park Zone F4U Corsair.
Parts came from someone that had:
http://www.horizonhobby.com/HBZ8280?...FUM6gQod-3QDXg
1. Upgraded the Fixed Main Gear & Wheels set with the newer HH F4U.
2. Upgraded the Cowling from the HH F4U.
3. Work Still to be done is Paint and Decals.
Okay, a few pictures!
The way I had it for a while and the AXI was just too much on this airframe!
...Continue Reading
Gals and Guys,
I had to get something new and most especially FUN so, my buddy was selling his Mariposa (means Butterfly in Spanish) and I quickly made the trip to his house and picked this fine looking model.
The Covering is just fantastic and no re-ironing was needed even after one hour travel back to my house. Got it setup with a 6-Channel Orange Receiver with the dual antenna version. These are the ONLY Receivers that are resistant to an ugly pluse / interference that exists at my RC Club. I have larger models with this these receivers and they are ROCK Solid.
The smallest battery that I would DARE fly it is my Admiral, 3-Cell, 2200mAH, 35C discharge Lithium Polymers and depending on my Maiden. The real motor that shines in this model is the E-Flite 480 (910Kv) and it is a crying shame that I was not able to install it due to it's really tight conditions. I could not find a typical E-Flite 480 motor X-Mount to compare with the one that came with the model (Detrum Replacement Brushless Motor - BM2815A-KV1100).
Surprisingly the X-Mount from the Detrum worked on the E-FLITE 480, however, you just COULD NOT get any screws back there because the E-FLITE 480 rotation cylinder is tapered outward and no mater what you do, its just a waste of time.
Wednesday super early morning to make an attempt to fly was perfect indeed. I used the GWS Slow Flyer 10 X 4.7 propeller and it shine all around.
Power System Tests were completed by using the GWS Slow Flyer 10 X...Continue Reading
I had to get something new and most especially FUN so, my buddy was selling his Mariposa (means Butterfly in Spanish) and I quickly made the trip to his house and picked this fine looking model.
The Covering is just fantastic and no re-ironing was needed even after one hour travel back to my house.
Got it setup with a 6-Channel Orange Receiver with the dual antenna version. These are the ONLY Receivers that are resistant to an ugly pluse / interference that exists at my RC Club. I have larger models with this these receivers and they are ROCK Solid.The smallest battery that I would DARE fly it is my Admiral, 3-Cell, 2200mAH, 35C discharge Lithium Polymers and depending on my Maiden. The real motor that shines in this model is the E-Flite 480 (910Kv) and it is a crying shame that I was not able to install it due to it's really tight conditions. I could not find a typical E-Flite 480 motor X-Mount to compare with the one that came with the model (Detrum Replacement Brushless Motor - BM2815A-KV1100).
Surprisingly the X-Mount from the Detrum worked on the E-FLITE 480, however, you just COULD NOT get any screws back there because the E-FLITE 480 rotation cylinder is tapered outward and no mater what you do, its just a waste of time.
Wednesday super early morning to make an attempt to fly was perfect indeed. I used the GWS Slow Flyer 10 X 4.7 propeller and it shine all around.
Power System Tests were completed by using the GWS Slow Flyer 10 X...Continue Reading
