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Forum: Beginners 05-15-2013, 11:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 126
Posted By phillipmorris
Glide forever, waiting for more thermal weather,...

Glide forever, waiting for more thermal weather, launched one into a boomer nearly out of site.

Years back experienced top sailplane pilots, one competed overseas for US, was increadible.
...
Forum: Delta & Flying Wings 05-12-2013, 04:05 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 891
Posted By phillipmorris
Here's the original props from eBay as local...

Here's the original props from eBay as local supplier has been out of stock. Takes a few weeks as oversea delivery.
...
Forum: Delta & Flying Wings 05-12-2013, 02:53 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 891
Posted By phillipmorris
Flew moments ago 16 MPH breezes, dang wish winds...

Flew moments ago 16 MPH breezes, dang wish winds would calm.

Getting smarter kept the sun to my back, still went out too far once, my up trim let it clmb and caught the side view, just able to...
Forum: Delta & Flying Wings 05-12-2013, 12:10 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 891
Posted By phillipmorris
Some notes on handling. The supplied mini...

Some notes on handling.

The supplied mini transmitter works better than others I've experienced, it's tiny but very functional. Touch of down keeps it working smoothly on any unwanted turn for...
Forum: Delta & Flying Wings 05-12-2013, 11:50 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 891
Posted By phillipmorris
Again the mag review is correct, it's near or...

Again the mag review is correct, it's near or over 70 MPH likely on the money. Not a hot jet but makes for a more relaxing flight at or above sport plane speed.

And keep it reasonably close as is...
Forum: Delta & Flying Wings 05-12-2013, 11:37 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 891
Posted By phillipmorris
Note the correct placement on the props is the...

Note the correct placement on the props is the shinny side facing rear, dull side with number markings faces the front.

Bolt holding the prop is easy to remove and tighten, tho small has some...
Forum: Delta & Flying Wings 05-12-2013, 11:32 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 891
Posted By phillipmorris
Dinged props and unable to get replacements from...

Dinged props and unable to get replacements from Hobby People, so found an overseas supplier on EBay. Ordered few sets arrived yesterday, took over 3 weeks delivery.

Very windy plus 35 MPH winds,...
Forum: Beginners 05-10-2013, 05:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 236
Posted By phillipmorris
Hit some nice lift the other day. Near Boomers as...

Hit some nice lift the other day. Near Boomers as made quick altitude. Not far from Summer, lift will keep getting better!!
Forum: Beginners 05-10-2013, 04:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 126
Posted By phillipmorris
Again mine is stock, on launch it lowers a few...

Again mine is stock, on launch it lowers a few feet before advancing throttle for the easy climb. Just over a medium toss. Couple steps forward slight authority toss likely best, no reason to run. My...
Forum: Beginners 05-10-2013, 02:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 126
Posted By phillipmorris
Did use a basic DX4 transmitter, heavy throws on...

Did use a basic DX4 transmitter, heavy throws on ailerons, but elevator and rudder about right. I'm use to going easy on the stick, so worked rather well.

Computer transmitter will soften the...
Forum: Beginners 05-10-2013, 02:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 126
Posted By phillipmorris
Diamond 2500 Glider 98 Inch Span Maiden

This size not quite the beginner level but it did have exceptional handling on brief maiden.

Goes together very fast, T-Tail locks in with 2 lengthy screws. Huge wings again fast assembly. Uses...
Forum: Beginners 05-02-2013, 08:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 236
Posted By phillipmorris
10 to 15 MPH winds today and frequent gusts as...

10 to 15 MPH winds today and frequent gusts as blew cap off my head least couple times.
Sometimes the winds had their way but this one does have penetration.

I'm after lift as when the fun...
Forum: Beginners 04-24-2013, 03:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 236
Posted By phillipmorris
One of the places to watch for these bargain...

One of the places to watch for these bargain sales, requires an annual $9 membership, save that on your first half price sale!

Read carefully, some no damage other than the box! Others parts...
Forum: Beginners 04-24-2013, 02:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 236
Posted By phillipmorris
This one excels on its release to the point above...

This one excels on its release to the point above most of my other models flown.

A newbie might over control and nose up to the point of turning back into the turf on launch. I actually nearly...
Forum: Beginners 04-24-2013, 02:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 236
Posted By phillipmorris
Flyzone Calypso Glider Beginner

Actually started with these fun gliders as my first intro into RC flying.

Liked the looks of this one when released last year, found it with Tactic receiver for $112, so pulled the trigger and...
Forum: Delta & Flying Wings 04-19-2013, 01:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 891
Posted By phillipmorris
Found one of the mag reviews, find description...

Found one of the mag reviews, find description rather accurate.

http://www.hobbypeople.net/media/uploads/SFMiniSkyFunReview.pdf
Forum: Delta & Flying Wings 04-19-2013, 10:29 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 891
Posted By phillipmorris
Last broke extra set of blades, abit windy came...

Last broke extra set of blades, abit windy came in too far away, needs slight puffs of power with winds, tried to deadstick too soon.

Believe Hobby People has it on the $99 sale again RTF, but...
Forum: Beginners 04-18-2013, 06:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 194
Posted By phillipmorris
Will let you know soon, busy sked at the moment. ...

Will let you know soon, busy sked at the moment.

Does require inserting the the 2 rod flaps to servo might be the only main issue, otherwise not that of a biggie.

I hope mine fits assembled...
Forum: Beginners 04-18-2013, 10:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 194
Posted By phillipmorris
Here is an earlier Review, note the Tail is a...

Here is an earlier Review, note the Tail is a nice pic showing the one piece insertion, then bottom single bolt holds things.

http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1741762

I would...
Forum: Beginners 04-17-2013, 06:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 194
Posted By phillipmorris
Perhaps my day off will pic or video that,...

Perhaps my day off will pic or video that, elevator and tail slide in together, getting better at rethreading servo rod, plenty practice as late.

If time working on wings, reminds me of the...
Forum: Beginners 04-17-2013, 03:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 194
Posted By phillipmorris
Top has a removable plug section, access to the...

Top has a removable plug section, access to the elevator, rudder servos.

Targeting the elevator rod was a nightmare for this questionable builder. Wider top opening better, is workable, as now...
Forum: Beginners 04-17-2013, 03:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 194
Posted By phillipmorris
Flyzone Beaver Part Build

Expert molder likely an easy build.

For the snap together builder, this one has some early issues. As wheels refused to tighten on landing gear, and the tail wheel isn't fitting flush issues...
Forum: Micro Sized Electric Helicopters 04-15-2013, 11:56 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 206
Posted By phillipmorris
Finally replaced the skid, I'm not efficient...

Finally replaced the skid, I'm not efficient working with small parts, took awhile now a solid landing gear, broke over pavement, continue to land there but flew over grass yesterday, winds near...
Forum: Beginners 04-13-2013, 01:34 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 847
Posted By phillipmorris
Just ordered the Flyzone Beaver, 59 inch wing...

Just ordered the Flyzone Beaver, 59 inch wing span, even flaps, certainly fly slow, cool lights looks increadible, hardly wait!

Takes off in a shot, loads of power on the YouTube !

Even comes...
Forum: Beginners 04-12-2013, 09:39 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 353
Posted By phillipmorris
Frequently likes to turn on touchdowns, usually...

Frequently likes to turn on touchdowns, usually able to keep things straight, but wing tips have made contact so perhaps a touch of tape bottom ends will prevent scrapes, so far very minor.
Forum: Foamies 04-12-2013, 09:33 AM
Replies: 4,814
Views: 257,418
Posted By phillipmorris
Solid rains every day since weekend, weak...

Solid rains every day since weekend, weak pressure area formed and sun for several minutes late afternoon yesterday. My flying field right across the street, but used the pavement a nice 2 block...
Forum: Beginners 04-09-2013, 11:28 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 353
Posted By phillipmorris
Did manage to pop the landing gear on a dropped...

Did manage to pop the landing gear on a dropped landing, very simple epoxy fix, may want to reinforce area, meanwhile trying to be more careful.
As it floats in even deadstick, can do partial...
Forum: Micro Sized Electric Helicopters 04-07-2013, 01:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 206
Posted By phillipmorris
Using the 200MA supplied batteries few more on...

Using the 200MA supplied batteries few more on order. The skid is weak already cracked front but still holds. The charger is either too slow or not working that came with RTF, but have the Heli-Max...
Forum: Micro Sized Electric Helicopters 04-07-2013, 12:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 206
Posted By phillipmorris
Weeks back several on sale, mine still at Tower...

Weeks back several on sale, mine still at Tower Hobbies, Special Sales, Scratch Dent. Great pricing. RTF was $105.
Forum: Micro Sized Electric Helicopters 04-07-2013, 09:29 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 206
Posted By phillipmorris
Heli-Max Axe 100 CP RTF Hover Brushed $100

Are releasing the brushless version soon, meanwhile need practice so bought the earlier brushed version as on sale, flew smooth outside between rain storms yesterday even able to circle around.
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