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Forum: Scratch and Kit Built Aircraft Today, 05:03 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 264
Posted By BradT
Joe, you would have loved the float flying today!...

Joe, you would have loved the float flying today! There were at least 20 pilots, and many of them were flying Ivan designs, and some were actually Ivan-built models that he had sold on to make room...
Forum: Scratch and Kit Built Aircraft 05-24-2013, 08:06 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 264
Posted By BradT
Joe, I'll be following this build, as I am also a...

Joe, I'll be following this build, as I am also a huge fan of Ivan's models. I'll be flying with him all this weekend, at the "World Famous" Chilliwack Spring Fly-In. I often get the chance to fly...
Forum: Scratch and Kit Built Aircraft 03-14-2013, 12:28 AM
Replies: 192
Views: 4,327
Posted By BradT
The Lanc - and you - handled the blustery...

The Lanc - and you - handled the blustery conditions with real aplomb, Barry. It looks like the speed will be nicely bomber like in calmer conditions, rather than flitting about like a fighter. Well...
Forum: Scratch and Kit Built Aircraft 03-08-2013, 01:23 AM
Replies: 192
Views: 4,327
Posted By BradT
I eagerly await the maiden report, Barry, then...

I eagerly await the maiden report, Barry, then you can get on with the RAF finish.

Pmullen, the Lanc was a surprisingly manouverable plane, for its size. According to a now deceased neighbor of...
Forum: Sport Planes (Formerly I/C & Gas Conversion) 03-01-2013, 10:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 541
Posted By BradT
Denny, a safe start on bipes is 25% of the...

Denny, a safe start on bipes is 25% of the projected chord of both wings in plan view; in other words, if the distance from the LE of the top wing, to the TE of the bottom wing, is 12", start at 3"...
Forum: General Electric Discussions 02-28-2013, 01:06 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,397
Posted By BradT
I'll be your 50th, Frank. I'm a MAAC...

I'll be your 50th, Frank.

I'm a MAAC certified C level fixed wing flight instructor, and can assist builders of balsa and foam models with construction and setup guidance. I'm located in BC,...
Forum: Indoor & Micro Electric Planes 02-24-2013, 08:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 440
Posted By BradT
Nice build, Q. I like the fact that you've...

Nice build, Q. I like the fact that you've included your progression of mods to show how you've fine tuned the model. You're getting outstanding duration with her!

Cheers,
Brad
Forum: Humor 02-18-2013, 07:12 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 448
Posted By BradT
Its sad to think that she probably has kids who...

Its sad to think that she probably has kids who have inherited her "intelligence".
Forum: Scratch and Kit Built Aircraft 02-18-2013, 07:06 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 873
Posted By BradT
Yes, CR, your s.w.a.g. is how its done; a very...

Yes, CR, your s.w.a.g. is how its done; a very shallow score with a very sharp fresh blade at the point of the bend, both top and bottom stringers, then gently bend till the fibers start to pull...
Forum: Scratch and Kit Built Aircraft 02-11-2013, 01:51 AM
Replies: 192
Views: 4,327
Posted By BradT
Barry, any thoughts of 4 motors being a bad idea...

Barry, any thoughts of 4 motors being a bad idea will evaporate the moment you see and hear that Lanc in flight, it'll be magic!
Brad.
Forum: Off Topic Chit Chat 02-03-2013, 05:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 240
Posted By BradT
OK, now I'm really jealous! I have to stack...

OK, now I'm really jealous! I have to stack models on the bed, and in the bathtub, in my 27' Jayco, to carry all I want to take to distant fly-ins. Mines a standard trailer though, so I do have the...
Forum: WWI Era 02-03-2013, 05:32 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 503
Posted By BradT
Haven't built one, but that sounds like a nice...

Haven't built one, but that sounds like a nice size, and Peter's designs always build easily, as I know several local guys have done his 36" designs. Yes, we missed you. :-)
Brad
Forum: General Electric Discussions 01-21-2013, 01:46 AM
Replies: 936
Views: 48,382
Posted By BradT
My latest is the Flyzone Micro SE 5A, purchased...

My latest is the Flyzone Micro SE 5A, purchased with the LHS gift card my sweety got me for Christmas. My report on the setup and maiden is here:...
Forum: WWI Era 01-20-2013, 01:16 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,434
Posted By BradT
I picked up my SE 5A from the LHS today. I had to...

I picked up my SE 5A from the LHS today. I had to have them order it in, as they don't normaly sell GP products. I ordered the anylink, as well, since I don't have a Tactic radio. The model itself is...
Forum: General Electric Discussions 01-14-2013, 04:56 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 1,439
Posted By BradT
Path to flight for me, circa 1997: Buy Carl...

Path to flight for me, circa 1997:

Buy Carl Goldberg Mirage 550 trainer kit, which was a box of many balsa parts and a set of plans, plus the 550 can brushed direct drive motor. Then buy...
Forum: Scratch and Kit Built Aircraft 01-07-2013, 01:47 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,212
Posted By BradT
Bill, that's a gorgeous example of '30s art deco...

Bill, that's a gorgeous example of '30s art deco design. I love it! I'm going to follow your build with interest. You and baz seem to start a new project every couple of weeks, and all of them quite...
Forum: General Electric Discussions 12-25-2012, 11:43 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 2,297
Posted By BradT
My sweety got me a generous gift card for the...

My sweety got me a generous gift card for the local hobby shop, so I get to choose my own toys.:D
Brad

PS - after 49 years and 10 months, I think she's a keeper!
Forum: Off Topic Chit Chat 12-24-2012, 02:00 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 549
Posted By BradT
Wonderful, Hank! Thank you. From Abbotsford,...

Wonderful, Hank! Thank you.

From Abbotsford, B.C., Canada, a shot of the town tree, about 60' tall:
Forum: Off Topic Chit Chat 12-18-2012, 06:56 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 893
Posted By BradT
Sympathy from Canada

I can't begin to fathom the depth of this tragedy to all involved, but our hearts and prayers are with you here in Canada. Flags across the country are at half mast, including the largest flag in the...
Forum: Scratch and Kit Built Aircraft 12-11-2012, 10:44 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,501
Posted By BradT
Wonderful, Barry. You have your building system...

Wonderful, Barry. You have your building system and power setup so well sorted, that anything you tackle works brilliantly! I'm delighted for you that your nostalgia trip to your youth worked so...
Forum: Humor 11-20-2012, 08:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 464
Posted By BradT
OH, YEAH, love that one too, Chellie. One of the...

OH, YEAH, love that one too, Chellie. One of the first of the genre was "Walk, Don't Run", and I had the album, with the girl in pink peddle pushers on the jacket; she was a hottie! Telstar,...
Forum: Humor 11-19-2012, 07:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 464
Posted By BradT
Love those old instrumentals, and she really is...

Love those old instrumentals, and she really is GREAT!!

Brad
Forum: WWI Era 11-19-2012, 07:16 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,315
Posted By BradT
rreid, your confirmation of steve's experience...

rreid, your confirmation of steve's experience has eased my concerns about using the 6115, I'll install it and fly worry-free.

Joe, you'll like the Twin Otter, it flies just like all of Ivan's...
Forum: WWI Era 11-19-2012, 04:03 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,315
Posted By BradT
Thanks for the quick reply, Steve. First hand...

Thanks for the quick reply, Steve. First hand experience is what i like to hear, and the rx seems to have served you well. My mode of flying for this type of model is low, slow, and in close, so I...
Forum: Humor 11-19-2012, 01:16 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 286
Posted By BradT
I can just see Melvin gagging on his after-dinner...

I can just see Melvin gagging on his after-dinner brandy, when he gets that note from Mama!

I like it!
Forum: WWI Era 11-19-2012, 01:13 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,315
Posted By BradT
Joe, I have both the miter sander and saw, but...

Joe, I have both the miter sander and saw, but for the pieces in the tail, almost all of the ends of the sticks are square, as there are notches laser cut into the surrounding frame for them; a very...
Forum: WWI Era 11-18-2012, 11:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,315
Posted By BradT
A little more progress today, I added all the...

A little more progress today, I added all the 1/8" sq. strips to the tail parts. It took an hour to cut, fit, and glue those few pieces! I'm at that stage where all the servos, control rods, motor...
Forum: General Electric Discussions 11-13-2012, 08:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 287
Posted By BradT
The motor is probably fine, the esc is most...

The motor is probably fine, the esc is most likely the dead item, and I would suspect the battery pack as well, if it's a Lipo. If it'e the 7 cell Nimh type, it may still be OK. There should be no...
Forum: WWI Era 11-12-2012, 12:43 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,315
Posted By BradT
Thanks, Joe, I agree on the round fus., and the...

Thanks, Joe, I agree on the round fus., and the round fendered cars and trucks, too, having owned quite a few of the older vehicles over the years.

I got a little more time to work on the D Va...
Forum: WWI Era 11-05-2012, 02:46 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,315
Posted By BradT
I finally got some glue on my fingers today, as...

I finally got some glue on my fingers today, as it's a drizzly Sunday afternoon, so no flying or hiking for me. I taped the plans to the cieling tiles, then covered them with waxed paper, to keep the...
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