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Forum: 3D Flying 11-28-2011, 05:16 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 634
Posted By EDFrules
I might suggest using snap swivels or eye pins/EZ...

I might suggest using snap swivels or eye pins/EZ connectors next time if you're using thread. You can tie a knot or two in the thread and tighten it up. If you've fixed the thread in place then CA...
Forum: Pattern aircraft 04-13-2011, 05:20 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,146
Posted By EDFrules
I sold the first 4 we had in about 2 days! This...

I sold the first 4 we had in about 2 days! This is batch #2. There's a pink decalled version too if we run out of black. Don't need the stickers if you want to paint it anyway. All white parts except...
Forum: Pattern aircraft 04-05-2011, 05:19 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 15,136
Posted By EDFrules
Here's some shots of the motor install. Blake...

Here's some shots of the motor install. Blake will have to open up some more cooling area as it gets hot in TX! He reports it flies as well as expected and has plenty 'o power. Probably going to use...
Forum: Pattern aircraft 01-09-2011, 01:15 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 15,136
Posted By EDFrules
I also use pin hinges on my 6mm foamies if that...

I also use pin hinges on my 6mm foamies if that tells you anything! They are a great way to provide less drag to the servo and provide a more stable hinge line than CA hinges. But that's just me-CA...
Forum: Pattern aircraft 01-07-2011, 08:49 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 15,136
Posted By EDFrules
No issues so far, just a standard assembly except...

No issues so far, just a standard assembly except for the addition of the inrunner rear support bulkhead I've got to fab out of carbon plate. I hope to get my Phlatprinter(DIY CNC machine) online...
Forum: Pattern aircraft 01-06-2011, 03:24 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 15,136
Posted By EDFrules
This is one sweet model. Putting together one for...

This is one sweet model. Putting together one for a friend of mine. He's got a Neu 1509-2.5D/6.7:! gearbox on 6s shipping to me shortly. He's stationed in El Paso-5000ft appr. altitude. So he needs...
Forum: 3D Flying 01-04-2011, 03:26 AM
Replies: 201
Views: 26,007
Posted By EDFrules
Got it, check your e-mail for the files. Enjoy! ...

Got it, check your e-mail for the files. Enjoy!

Regards,
Jason
Forum: 3D Flying 12-14-2010, 05:17 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,020
Posted By EDFrules
Absolutely. Gives you plenty of punch to get out...

Absolutely. Gives you plenty of punch to get out of a jam. Also is less stressfull on your system when you don't have to go WOT all the time. The only downside is sometimes too big a prop will cause...
Forum: 3D Flying 12-08-2010, 04:54 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,020
Posted By EDFrules
According to the Castle Flight calc-a 19 x 10...

According to the Castle Flight calc-a 19 x 10 will yield about 20lbs of thrust @ about 60amps and a 20 x 10 should do about 22lbs of thrust @ 70amps. Pretty reasonable for a 10s setup. Gives you...
Forum: Foamies 09-01-2010, 03:43 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,500
Posted By EDFrules
Aha, that sounds better. I have used Alchohol,...

Aha, that sounds better. I have used Alchohol, Tobacco and Firearms-all at the same time too. :D
Forum: 3D Flying 03-21-2010, 02:04 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,236
Posted By EDFrules
Those are all fine foamies. If you want to step...

Those are all fine foamies. If you want to step it up a notch with EPP, go for a RC-Factory Yak-55m or Yak-54. Airfoiled wings and thicker fuses. Fly excellent and with some added carbon...
Forum: Foamies 12-08-2009, 05:55 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,393
Posted By EDFrules
Do what Oxai models does with their pattern...

Do what Oxai models does with their pattern bipes. They have 3 long pins with a 90 deg. bend at the end. There's 3 holes from the front of the wing thru the cabanes/center strut. Of course the bottom...
Forum: 3D Flying 12-06-2009, 04:06 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 12,447
Posted By EDFrules
I'm just getting the basic design down now-got a...

I'm just getting the basic design down now-got a couple of minor changes to make. In the future plans are to market a whole line of foamies. Vizion 34", MicroVizion, Bipe-X, Yak-55m 36", Yak-55m 42"...
Forum: Foamies 11-26-2009, 06:08 PM
Replies: 3,258
Views: 299,865
Posted By EDFrules
No real trouble with the fuzz. We'll see next...

No real trouble with the fuzz. We'll see next time after Blake sets off a few smoke bombs in flight! After the 4th pack flying there were a few hundred people gathered around gawking and cheering....
Forum: 3D Flying 10-09-2009, 09:23 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 743
Posted By EDFrules
Welcome to Wattflyer e-fly3r.:silly: Just do a...

Welcome to Wattflyer e-fly3r.:silly: Just do a search next time in whatever forum you're researching and a likely match will hopefully pop up. Chances are someones already onto your project and is...
Forum: 3D Flying 09-14-2009, 05:11 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,447
Posted By EDFrules
From what I've learned playing around with mono's...

From what I've learned playing around with mono's and bipe's-yes there are differences in performance. For 3D bipes, they usually tend to be a little draggier and slower which is good for downlines....
Forum: Power Systems 09-04-2009, 08:26 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,996
Posted By EDFrules
I'm not trying to be Captain Obvious here and...

I'm not trying to be Captain Obvious here and rehash already known and proven facts. I collect a paycheck out of making happy RC customers and I'll sell them whatever they want be it brushed,...
Forum: Power Systems 09-04-2009, 08:11 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,996
Posted By EDFrules
Funny how that a lot of our Sukhoi customers are...

Funny how that a lot of our Sukhoi customers are already looking to upgrade the stock brushed system to brushless after just a few flights:QJust as an example: 5gr brushless motor=$6.99 from HK...
Forum: 3D Flying 06-20-2009, 06:59 AM
Replies: 263
Views: 16,990
Posted By EDFrules
After flying the 18L on my SHP, I would opt for...

After flying the 18L on my SHP, I would opt for the Scorpion on the Slick. 19.5+lbs as opposed to the 17.5lb SHP. More HP, a little more money-fair trade. After having watched the Hacker powered and...
Forum: Motors and Speed Controllers for sale & WTB 04-11-2009, 02:04 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,230
Posted By EDFrules
$60 Shipped CONUS. Sized for 6s packs and a 16 x...

$60 Shipped CONUS. Sized for 6s packs and a 16 x 10 or so prop. Folks have put this in a 69" QQ Yak or similar sized plane. The new 3DHS 70" sized planes would be perfect for this sized motor. Thanks...
Forum: Foamies 02-19-2009, 08:09 PM
Replies: 3,258
Views: 299,865
Posted By EDFrules
Ailerons cut out

Got the ailerons cut out and CA'd together. Need to cut out about 12mm of wing to accomodate the 2 6mm strips used for beveling on either side. Will use CA hinges as my LHS is out of micro...
Forum: Foamies 01-19-2009, 12:44 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,653
Posted By EDFrules
Sent you drawings. Let us know how the Axilon is....

Sent you drawings. Let us know how the Axilon is. Look forward to your flight report.

Regards,
Jason
Forum: Foamies 01-19-2009, 12:29 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,653
Posted By EDFrules
It's really not that hard to do. Just use...

It's really not that hard to do. Just use carboard/posterboard templates before cutting any foam. You can get foam @ www.rcfoam.com (http://www.rcfoam.com) there's a few places to get carbon tube as...
Forum: Foamies 01-19-2009, 12:01 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,653
Posted By EDFrules
Here's the Clik 52" Wingspan thread. All the...

Here's the Clik 52" Wingspan thread. All the Cliks you see are outdoor adaptions of the 3mm F3P kit. I've made anywhere from 27"(3mm) to 52" WS (1/2" blucor). In the video you have posted, that's the...
Forum: 3D Flying 01-17-2009, 06:15 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 878
Posted By EDFrules
What radio system you flying? If you're using a...

What radio system you flying? If you're using a Spektrum DX-7 go to Ben's Blog, there's a section in there on DX-7 dual servo setups for elevators/ailreons:...
Forum: 3D Flying 12-30-2008, 05:28 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,784
Posted By EDFrules
If you'd like added durability on your horns, you...

If you'd like added durability on your horns, you can make "U" shaped lite ply reinforcement plate(s) to bolster up the horn area. I like to call that one of my "Blakeproofing" techniques LOL. Never...
Forum: 3D Flying 12-19-2008, 10:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,526
Posted By EDFrules
I would have to agree, I didn't like the...

I would have to agree, I didn't like the flopiness of some EPP planes, that's why a few pieces of carbon CA'd into the correct spots will help tighten the airframe up a little. Plus the Flash/Yak 54...
Forum: 3D Flying 12-19-2008, 10:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,526
Posted By EDFrules
Haven't flown the Suk yet but I suspect I...

Haven't flown the Suk yet but I suspect I wouldn't do as well with it as I would with the 55" Extra or Edge. I think it would reward the more advanced pilot(not me). I have the 87" Extra SHP and it's...
Forum: 3D Flying 12-19-2008, 04:54 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,526
Posted By EDFrules
When you're ready for the best in balsa-go to...

When you're ready for the best in balsa-go to www.3DHobbyshop.com (http://www.3DHobbyshop.com). Can be flown like sport planes on low rates and 3D heaven on high rates. ADCHobbies.com does their...
Forum: 3D Flying 11-27-2008, 12:49 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 5,790
Posted By EDFrules
Got it on RCGroups-good deal. They can also be...

Got it on RCGroups-good deal. They can also be purchased @ GoBrushless.com or Innov8tivedesigns.com here in the States. Have used their smaller 4s motor and it was rock solid. Their ESCs are...
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