[RCSE] First sailplane

2006-06-30 Thread Jim Carlton
Gentle Lady...many long flights then converted to electric power pod on top like the Sophisticated Lady w/ variable pitch/feathering prop. Then ditched the power and flattened the wing, added flaps and ailerons and flew it at the Cinci Pumpkin Fly. What a dog and how embarrassing, but hey, I

[RCSE] First sailplane

2006-06-30 Thread Jim Carlton
Gentle Lady...many long flights then converted to electric power pod on top like the Sophisticated Lady w/ variable pitch/feathering prop. Then ditched the power and flattened the wing, added flaps and ailerons and flew it at the Cinci Pumpkin Fly. What a dog and how embarrassing, but hey, I had

[RCSE] Pumpkin Fly 05 photos

2005-10-30 Thread Jim Carlton
I uploaded pics to a Yahoo site for viewing. Sorry this took awhile folks but better late than never. http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/jimn8uay/album?.dir=/f25e.src=ph.tok=phEh42DBgfULmg0U Jim RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to

[RCSE] Re: photos

2005-10-23 Thread Jim Carlton
Can anyone help a computer illiterate trying to post pictures to a web site? I have been given some hints and tips by some, (thanks!) but I need a whole lot more help. Maybe there is a spot I can post these pictures, since I don't seem to have enought personal web space to do as such. I have

Re: [RCSE] another level IV goal and return

2005-09-03 Thread Jim Carlton
On Saturday 03 September 2005 09:46 pm, you wrote: Paul Siegel completed his level IV XC today with the help of Steve Siebenaler and Dick Pratt, I cheered. Good air today, Paul got very high and went higher. High enough that he decided to do a one hour during the same flight. A good day,

Re: [RCSE] Alternative to the Icon

2005-07-12 Thread Jim Carlton
On Tuesday 12 July 2005 12:35 am, you wrote: I've nothing but the greatest respect for the Icon and the first time I saw one fly, it reminded me of the way the big Genie moves, grooves and handles. . In a couple of months, the building season will be on us again. It's a good time to look

Re: [RCSE] NATS Weather (was Insanity 3.7)

2005-07-11 Thread Jim Carlton
Steve Meyer wrote: No. I remember the windless NATS where it was 100 plus. That's no fun. Of course the clouds, wind, cold, and rain last year was no fun either. Somewhere in between would be nice. Uh, yeah, but ANY time spent at Muncie, away from work and life's challenges, with a bunch

Re: [RCSE] NATS BBQ

2005-06-28 Thread Jim Carlton
On Monday 27 June 2005 11:58 pm, you wrote: Maybe the donation should be %5.00 and all the wood you can carry? The last bonfire melted glass in seconds and vaporized beer cans before they hit the coals! Sure to be a hoot, as the Cap'n might say. Don't miss this ... It did a number on some

Re: [RCSE] OVSS...line break policy?

2005-05-16 Thread Jim Carlton
On Monday 16 May 2005 07:37 pm, you wrote: I have gathered the data and present the followingFor what it's worth. Most contest start at 9:00 am (AT BEST) in an effort to increase readiness and decrease line breaks Contestants should be allowed to register and have a 3 min. MAX test

Re: [RCSE] OVSS 2005

2005-05-09 Thread Jim Carlton
On Monday 09 May 2005 11:07 pm, you wrote: Is anyone going to fly in the OVSS this season? Or are you gonna let some old dude flying a 6 year old design that doesn't practice enough take that Eagle home at the end of this season? 8-) Another question, will that Eagle from Ohio ever make it

Re: [RCSE] Big Air in Big D and LSF tasks witnessed and recorded?

2005-04-24 Thread Jim Carlton
On Sunday 24 April 2005 08:14 pm, you wrote: WOW, what a day of soaring in Dallas, Tx. The first day in months on the weekend where I can remember the winds being below 20 MPH. Plus, we had awesome thermal activity. Lucky dog! (I have GOT to move!) Sounds like a perfect day for LSF Task

[RCSE] Marc Gellart

2005-04-05 Thread Jim Carlton
Ping me..need your email address...passed the checkride! TFTBW RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email

Re: [RCSE] programming tricks

2005-03-24 Thread Jim Carlton
On Thursday 24 March 2005 09:34 am, Oleg Golovidov wrote: Joe, thanks for sharing your setup tricks. I notice you always use more ail-rud coupling for thermal modes, both TD and HLG. What do you do during circling, when you need to give some opposite aileron to counteract the over-banking

[RCSE] Genie LT/S

2005-03-08 Thread Jim Carlton
and installed gear in a Genie LT/S. Thanks for the efforts, Harley. I hope I can do this ship proud! Jim Carlton P.S. Nope, I'm not being paid for this endorsement but rather I compensated Harley for his efforts. Although he has stated he is not in the production business, I feel honored to have

Re: [RCSE] Who's mailing in LSF Forms for level completion before the end of March?

2005-03-08 Thread Jim Carlton
On Tuesday 08 March 2005 06:58 pm, you wrote: Lets here from all you next level wanna bees! :-) My form looks like it went thru the motel wash a few times...oh yeah it did. Gordy ..maybe with my new Genie I can get those pesky 1 hour flights out of the way and finish level

Re: [RCSE] AMA DVD

2005-02-26 Thread Jim Carlton
AMA instead of bitch about them. I'm with ya! Jim Carlton RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent

[RCSE] Kentucky flyin'

2005-02-25 Thread Jim Carlton
Thanks for the replies, everyone. This list is great! Not only is the weather not quite right for Frankfort, but I'm a bit under the weather myself so I only made it as far as OSU to visit my son. I'm itching to get some time on my Genie before the contest season rolls around. Jim RCSE-List

Re: [RCSE] AMA DVD and coin

2005-02-25 Thread Jim Carlton
James V. Bacus wrote: Did anyone else get the AMA Ultimate Model Aeronautics Video Library Volume One DVD and collector coin in the mail? Jim Yes, and haven't watched it yet. Any reviews? I'm not too interested and will probably send it back. I'm not sure if this is a direct AMA thing or a

[RCSE] Re:[RCSE]Kentucky flyin'

2005-02-24 Thread Jim Carlton
I will be down toward the Richmond, KY area on Saturday. How close is it to the Frankfort slope and anyone going to be out flying or is it too cold? I will be coming thru the Cinci area from Cleveland and would like to hook up with anyone who might be flying Sat afternoon. Jim RCSE-List

Re: [RCSE] LSF3/Gordy

2005-01-21 Thread Jim Carlton
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: My Level 4 has been in progress for over 25 years. A recent 1 hr flight, and the threat that Gordy might beat me to 4, has got it going again. A goal and return and another 1 hr and it's done. Maybe if I fly with Gordy some day . lots of good hot air for that 1

[RCSE] High Altitude Glider

2005-01-17 Thread Jim Carlton
A buddy stumbled upon this site. Interesting, anyone familiar withthe chaps who attempted this project? Maybe that nose mounted camera and autopilot would help me finally nail a landing or two! http://members.shaw.ca/sonde/index.htm Jim RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News.

Re: [RCSE] Berg rx's BRG65e 50 mhz ???

2004-12-12 Thread Jim Carlton
On Sunday 12 December 2004 07:09 pm, you wrote: Anyone have any experience with this rx or Berg Rx's in general. I am looking for a good mate to a Stylus 50 mhz module. I want to be bullet proof at this years Nats on the launch line. I need to launch back away from the winch due to

Re: [RCSE] First Sailplane

2004-11-29 Thread Jim Carlton
Gentle Lady...hand launched that thing 'till I could make a turn and fly it back...too chicken to put it on a high start. After umpteen crunched wing tips and repairs (it always looked new!) I finally put it on a high start a couple of months later and the obsession had begun! After a couple of

Re: [RCSE] First Sailplane

2004-11-29 Thread Jim Carlton
Jim Carlton wrote: Gentle Lady...hand launched that thing 'till I could make a turn and fly it back...too chicken to put it on a high start. Oh, and I think that was circa 1981 or so, fyi. RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL

Re: [RCSE] Serenity

2004-09-29 Thread Jim Carlton
James V. Bacus wrote: This foreign commercial reminds me of this list sometimes. A car driving down a beautiful winding road is the perfect analogy of thread on RCSE meandering back and forth as people contribute to it. Ah, the serenity of it all... turn up the volume to hear the birds

Re: [RCSE] How to Buy Car nee Roof Rack Cases!

2004-03-06 Thread Jim Carlton
to fit your particular vehicle. Let me know if more info is needed on the racks but the cases are $75 each. I don't imagine they would ship very well, probably too expensive AND difficult to package and ship but if someone is willing to pick them up in the northern Ohio area, let me know. Jim Carlton Oh

Re: [RCSE] HL wing needed

2003-07-18 Thread Jim Carlton
I know it's last minute but I creased the wing on my XTerminator Pro practicing in the wind and wonder if anyone may have a spare wing or a backup ship I could rent for the Nats? Anything available ARF I would also consider to buy. Help anyone?! Thanks guys! Jim Carlton RCSE-List facilities

Re: [RCSE] The Source for Best Wing Tape

2002-09-08 Thread Jim Carlton
At 09:51 PM 09/08/2002 -0400, you wrote: Title: Jim Carlton E-mail 1: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Home Address: 7614 Chesterfield Ave City: Parma State: Ohio Zip: 44129 Notes: $4.50 per roll, $3.95 shipping for up to 4 rolls This stuff is fairly clear, strong, none goo-ing. The best I have found

[RCSE] Re: Wing Tape (update- shipping is CONUS)

2002-07-06 Thread Jim Carlton
quantity orders. (CONUS) Let me know if there are any questions or if there are any other tape needs you may have. My supplier has a fairly large selection of specialty tapes and I may be able to find what you're looking for. Thanks! Jim Carlton [EMAIL PROTECTED] 7614 Chesterfield Ave Parma, OH

Re: [RCSE] Re:Reflective wing tape

2002-06-14 Thread Jim Carlton
, but it works well. I believe I got 2 large sheets for about $1.99. Jim Carlton RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]

[RCSE] Re: electric power for sailplanes

2002-01-20 Thread Jim Carlton
F12LMR with gearbox $250 with controller Controllers are L260 BEC I have never run these. Motors were gone over by Aveox. Controllers are new. If you know anyone interested let me know. Bob [EMAIL PROTECTED] Jim Carlton RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe

Re: [RCSE] NATS changes

2001-12-08 Thread Jim Carlton
is important to, and if that means AMA also, then step up to the plate and organize the events for what you desire. Again, maybe it's time to clarify what is the NATS' mission and objective. Jason Werner Thanks for your comments! Jim Carlton RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane

Re: [RCSE] NATS CHANGES

2001-12-08 Thread Jim Carlton
. We may only get 5-6 rounds instead of 7-8 and we may need to limit freqs or ask competitors to have 2 freqs available, but I think it would be well worth it. How about a fly off round or three for the top ten, a la the IHLGF? Comments? Jim Carlton RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane

Re: [RCSE] Wing tape

2001-10-24 Thread Jim Carlton
or white 1 and $1.00 per roll for the 1 1/4 white. Shipping is $2.00 for 1 or 2 rolls of 1 and better rates for shipping for larger quantities. If interested, send a check or money order to : Jim Carlton 7614 Chesterfield Ave Parma, OH 44129 Thanks, Jim Carlton RCSE-List facilities provided

Re: [RCSE] Foam cutting Template help

2001-02-27 Thread Jim Carlton
m off with my ScrollSanders." I knew I should have taken my attorney's advice and bought one of those ScrollSanders for my ex-wife! VBG Jim Carlton RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]

[RCSE] Chandelle

2000-11-24 Thread Jim Carlton
sailplanes that caught my eye and got me hooked into this lifestyle. I saved the article but between 5 moves, 3 kids and the like, I wonder why I can't find it? Jim Carlton RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]

[RCSE] IHLGF 2000 Video

2000-08-21 Thread Jim Carlton
as they fly the tasks. Cool intro and summary video work. Slick music score, too. I believe they captured true the flavor of the best HL event I have attended. "Two thumbs up!" Check it out at www.radiocarbonart.com Jim Carlton P.S. Unsolicited and uncompensated, just my observations. J

Re:[RCSE] Buckeye Soaring HL Toss

2000-03-29 Thread Jim Carlton
? Bring'em, you might need 'em! Refreshments will be provided but pack a lunch! The event is being held at a public park with spectators and probable local media coverage...come on out and let's "Toss" a few! Hope to see you there! Jim Carlton For more info visit our website at www.geo