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Forum: General Electric Discussions 06-14-2013, 10:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 115
Posted By Turner
Make sure you have some distance between the Tx...

Make sure you have some distance between the Tx and Rx, 4 feet or more, and that you are not close to any large metal objects like a vehicle, metal top bench, refrigerator, etc.
Forum: Beginners 05-29-2013, 09:41 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 921
Posted By Turner
Yes, good points. Just trying to help him...

Yes, good points. Just trying to help him understand the math.

The 200 watt will definitely give some room for growth.

It's a lot like discussions on radios. Buy the best you can afford at...
Forum: ParkFlyers 05-29-2013, 08:44 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 844
Posted By Turner
If you have the funds for another plane then that...

If you have the funds for another plane then that is a good strategy. You can spend a lot of energy on modifying a Super Cub and then get bored with it very quickly. If you know the direction you...
Forum: ParkFlyers 05-29-2013, 08:07 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 844
Posted By Turner
You will have to modify the battery box to get a...

You will have to modify the battery box to get a larger battery in it. This will give longer flight times but not added performance. If you want more power and/or speed you should be looking at a...
Forum: FMA Direct 05-17-2013, 01:32 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 675
Posted By Turner
I found this on HeliFreak: ...

I found this on HeliFreak:



http://www.helifreak.com/showthread.php?t=430045
Forum: Beginners 05-09-2013, 03:02 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 921
Posted By Turner
Look on the battery. Most of my Hobby King LiPos...

Look on the battery. Most of my Hobby King LiPos have a sticker on the back with the maximum rate.
Forum: General Electric Discussions 05-05-2013, 05:26 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,107
Posted By Turner
Check out this thread for many ideas: ...

Check out this thread for many ideas:

http://www.wattflyer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=39483
Forum: General Electric Discussions 04-11-2013, 05:58 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 735
Posted By Turner
It doesn't need to be at a right angle but you do...

It doesn't need to be at a right angle but you do want the side of the Tx antenna facing the plane at all times. The transmitted signal from the antenna is like a giant donut tire and the antenna is...
Forum: SEFF 2013 02-26-2013, 11:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 280
Posted By Turner
Any air worthy plane can fly in this event....

Any air worthy plane can fly in this event. Battery size limit is 1320mAh 2 or 3 cell.

http://seffweek.com/seff-week-2013/special-events
Forum: General RC E-Heli Talk 01-30-2013, 04:54 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 596
Posted By Turner
Lower voltage will greatly lower performance but...

Lower voltage will greatly lower performance but flight time is more related to battery capacity.
Forum: General RC E-Heli Talk 01-27-2013, 05:06 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 596
Posted By Turner
No, I'm not familiar with the Devo 7. Here...

No, I'm not familiar with the Devo 7.

Here is a link to the Devo 7 manual.

http://www.moses-modellbau.de/mediafiles//Anleitungen/DEVO/Manual%20of%20DEVO-7.pdf

Looks like it has a three...
Forum: General RC E-Heli Talk 01-27-2013, 03:32 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 596
Posted By Turner
To fly inverted your Tx must have a flight mode...

To fly inverted your Tx must have a flight mode switch with at least two positions - normal and stunt mode or idle up. In stunt mode throttle and pitch curves below mid stick mirror those above mid...
Forum: General RC E-Heli Talk 01-26-2013, 11:47 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 596
Posted By Turner
To fly inverted you have to flip 180˚ with pitch...

To fly inverted you have to flip 180˚ with pitch or roll and then you must go from positive to negative collective pitch to maintain altitude. Best learned on a simulator because you will definitely...
Forum: Beginners 01-02-2013, 02:22 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 759
Posted By Turner
I would definitely replace the clevis. You'll...

I would definitely replace the clevis. You'll have to buy a push rod set to get them from Hobby Zone. Use packing tap on the inside of the cowl to hold it in shape and reinforce it. It's up to you on...
Forum: Beginners 11-21-2012, 09:19 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 584
Posted By Turner
A fixed tail wheel can work fine to a point but...

A fixed tail wheel can work fine to a point but you will have no maneuverability while it is on the ground. It does keep the plane going straight for a bit though. I have a super cub that I take off...
Forum: Scratch and Kit Built Aircraft 11-09-2012, 05:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 445
Posted By Turner
It looks a lot like those used by Horizon Hobbies...

It looks a lot like those used by Horizon Hobbies on many of their planes.

http://www.horizonhobby.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/SearchCmd?searchKeyword=clevis&searchType=productgrid
Forum: Off Topic Chit Chat 10-18-2012, 02:11 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 6,177
Posted By Turner
I think you will find that most here want to keep...

I think you will find that most here want to keep Wattflyer electric only.
Forum: Beginners 10-03-2012, 03:16 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 4,085
Posted By Turner
Hi Steve, Okay, Thanks.

Hi Steve,

Okay, Thanks.
Forum: Warbird Electrics 09-28-2012, 08:17 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 870
Posted By Turner
You would be far better off to choose one of the...

You would be far better off to choose one of the full range Spektrum Rx's for a plane this size.
Forum: Vintage and old timer models 07-28-2012, 04:09 AM
Replies: 132
Views: 21,141
Posted By Turner
Never seen the Klemm before. Beautiful plane.

Never seen the Klemm before. Beautiful plane.
Forum: Beginners 07-20-2012, 11:13 PM
Replies: 188
Views: 15,253
Posted By Turner
Torque is always measured at some specified...

Torque is always measured at some specified distance from center. From a known servo, closer to center delivers greater force, further from center delivers less force. Range of motion is a different...
Forum: Batteries & Chargers 07-14-2012, 02:12 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,481
Posted By Turner
Quite sure the PL6 is going to give you all cell...

Quite sure the PL6 is going to give you all cell voltages during and at the end of charging.

Check out the Company Support Forums for FMA Direct:
...
Forum: Power Systems 05-08-2012, 09:41 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,254
Posted By Turner
Isn't this it? ...

Isn't this it?

http://www.helipal.com/ne4902004-main-motor.html

Not in the UK but at least spares are out there. Have you tried the place you got the plane to see if they can get spares?
Forum: Beginners 05-06-2012, 12:25 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,925
Posted By Turner
I use 3" Du-bro Super Lite Wheels on longish...

I use 3" Du-bro Super Lite Wheels on longish grass and rough ground and if makes a huge difference. I used one of the standard front wheels to make a tail wheel. Requires a little ingenuity to adapt...
Forum: Aerodynamics 04-20-2012, 04:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 671
Posted By Turner
You have to have some way to control pitch. This...

You have to have some way to control pitch. This is usually done with a control surface at the trailing edge of the horizontal stabilizer called the elevator.
...
Forum: RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros 03-10-2012, 05:39 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 364
Posted By Turner
Wing Type > Flaperon ON

Wing Type > Flaperon ON
Forum: Beginners 01-13-2012, 10:28 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 6,459
Posted By Turner
This is pretty common in the foam plane market....

This is pretty common in the foam plane market. I'm sure new stocks will be available in the near future.
Forum: Beginners 01-13-2012, 08:20 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 6,459
Posted By Turner
You can definitely do larger planes with electric...

You can definitely do larger planes with electric power but it can get expensive. Check out these threads that are all about electric conversions.
...
Forum: Beginners 01-13-2012, 01:45 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 6,459
Posted By Turner
Yeah, I have for a long time wanted to add an...

Yeah, I have for a long time wanted to add an Apprentice to my little collection but the FunCub looks like a better fit now. That Radian looks like fun. If there was any sort of slope site near me I...
Forum: Beginners 01-12-2012, 08:27 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 6,459
Posted By Turner
This seems to have gotten a bit off track. ...

This seems to have gotten a bit off track.

For the original poster, chipnkim, another foam kit plane with growing popularity is the Multiplex FunCub....
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