Re: [RCSE] What glider did you think was coolest when you firststarted?

1999-08-20 Thread Chris
Windfreak and Hobie Hawk [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Okay, in the same vein as the "first glider" thread.what was the coolest glider when you were first larning to fly? I don't nessecarily mean the actual best glider, but rather, what glider did you think was the super hot end-all

Re: [RCSE] Need Good Weight Scale for Sailplanes!

2000-05-17 Thread Chris
Hi, I have a 5 lb. package scale, mechanical type, with markings to the 1/2 oz. I bought it a Staples for about $25. Also I have a 2 oz. or 60 gm. postal scale or balance. My wife likes having them around for mail too. Chris RCSE-List facilities provided by Model

Re: [RCSE] Need Tool Help-mini-router, dremel, etc.

2000-05-23 Thread Chris
. Also if you have an air compressor there are numerous die grinders and some flexible shaft tools available. You may be able to find these elsewhere at better prices though Harbor Freight is pretty much the low end. Good luck, Chris Barker Scobie Puchtler or Sarah Felstiner wrote: Okay, th

[RCSE] Re; Mini Router

2000-05-23 Thread Chris
erent bases. I don't know the price on that. Chris RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]

[RCSE] IHLGF 2002 at Poway

2002-05-15 Thread Chris
have been getting more stick time on thatn all my TD ships I had last year. I have a new fuse, with a much longer nose moment, on the board right now whihc I hope to have flying by this weekend. Thanks in advance. Thermals, Chris Adams [EMAIL PROTECTED] or just [EMAIL PROTECTED] RCSE-List

Re: [RCSE] Wing hold down- bolt or band?

2002-05-15 Thread Chris
Hi Tom, that is exactly what I have been doing for ages. Works great. Chris Adams - Original Message - From: tom43004 [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, May 15, 2002 11:52 AM Subject: Re: [RCSE] Wing hold down- bolt or band? Ryan, By all means, go

[RCSE] Re: [RCSEHand Launch Glider Contest Resul ts

2002-05-21 Thread Chris
definitely a new champ. W'ell keep you posted. Chris Adams

RE: [RCSE] 8 hour day - Long!

2005-06-18 Thread chris
Congrtas to ALL! Chris Adams LSF 348 lvl V #8 Original Message Subject: [RCSE] 8 hour day - Long!From: John Erickson [EMAIL PROTECTED]Date: Sat, June 18, 2005 12:10 pmTo: Soaring List Soaring@airage.com, Albert Wargo[EMAIL PROTECTED], Alex Eremenko[EMAIL PROTECTED], Bela Kenessey

RE: [RCSE] 8 hour day - Long!

2005-06-18 Thread chris
John, Can you email me. I have a new email address and have a question. Thanks, Chris 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

[RCSE] Another Stupid Rule: Nats HLG Rules Update

2005-07-19 Thread chris
have their act together regarding HLG and to know the AMA still remains in the Dark Ages of progress. Flame on. Chris Adams LSF 348 (LvLV #8) AMA 53500 CD Original Message Subject: [RCSE] AMA/LSF Nats HLG Rules UpdateFrom: Tom Kallevang [EMAIL PROTECTED]Date: Tue, July 19, 2005

RE: [RCSE] Warning to all LSF Level II and above

2005-09-08 Thread chris
Don't worry, he can't sit still for 8 hours, nor chew gum and thermal for the GR at the same time! Chris Adams Original Message Subject: Re: [RCSE] Warning to all LSF Level II and aboveFrom: "Ed Berris" [EMAIL PROTECTED]Date: Thu, September 08, 2005 2:40 pmTo: "J

RE: [RCSE] Retro winch

2005-09-12 Thread chris
Jim, It's the "Darwin Award" equivalent for true F3B and F3J pilots in Europe. The "Gorilla" and Flywheel winches were descendants. Somehow, someone made it through their first launch. Chris Original Message Subject: Re: [RCSE] Retro winchFrom: &qu

[RCSE] RE:Fall Fest Requencies? Larry Taylor - CVRC

2005-09-15 Thread chris
BTW, Has anyone know of the frequencies we are on?? It's 2 weeks away, and I don't want to be changing them in the hotel before the meet. thanks, Chris Original Message Subject: [RCSE] Larry Taylor - CVRCFrom: Dan [EMAIL PROTECTED]Date: Thu, September 15, 2005 4:02 pmTo

RE: [RCSE] travel boxes

2005-09-15 Thread chris
. Chris Original Message Subject: [RCSE] travel boxesFrom: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Date: Thu, September 15, 2005 5:15 pmTo: Soaring@airage.com I am going to fly to cape cod for business but somehow i want to take a sloper with me. What works on airplanes? Some mag article wrote

RE: [RCSE] T/D flying for $$$$$

2005-09-15 Thread chris
the Trophy display table items were moved to our banquet table in mass. So, I don't give up on anybody. Chris Adams Original Message Subject: Re: [RCSE] T/D flying for $From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Date: Thu, September 15, 2005 3:24 pmTo: soaring@airage.comIn a message dated 9/15/2005 4

RE: [RCSE] RE:Fall Fest Requencies? Larry Taylor - CVRC

2005-09-16 Thread chris
wondering. Chris Adams Original Message Subject: Re: [RCSE] RE:Fall Fest Requencies? Larry Taylor - CVRCFrom: George Gillburg [EMAIL PROTECTED]Date: Thu, September 15, 2005 7:02 pmTo: [EMAIL PROTECTED], soaring@airage.comAt 05:32 PM 9/15/2005, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:BTW, Has anyone know

RE: [RCSE] T/D flying for $$$$$

2005-09-16 Thread chris
Maybe, but we took home all the rest of the hardware, and did so several times Original Message Subject: RE: [RCSE] T/D flying for $From: Chuck Anderson [EMAIL PROTECTED]Date: Thu, September 15, 2005 6:54 pmTo: soaring@airage.comAt 08:06 PM 9/15/2005, you wrote:Don't give up

[RCSE] DLG contest at Visalia

2005-10-03 Thread chris
one during the contest. So it was, simple, not scorecards required, everyone, I beleive, laughed and had fun, and in the end we had some really great flying. Thanks to all who participated. Chris Adams Original Message Subject: [RCSE] "Visalia...Pikes and Sharons, and well...P

RE: [RCSE] Subject: RC and airports

2005-10-11 Thread chris
our heads. The next time the line breaks I might expect the CD (or pilot/competitor) to say, hey dude, we provide perfectly good winches, which you take beyond expectations, so fly it out. There are always sides to take, some more dangerous and expensive, and we all must be aware. Chris Origin

RE: [RCSE] Subject: RC and airports

2005-10-11 Thread chris
Oh, yes, My favorite saying is from Einstein There are two things that are infinite, the Universe and Human Stupidity. I am unsure about the Universe. C Original Message Subject: Re: [RCSE] Subject: RC and airportsFrom: "Randy Bullard" [EMAIL PROTECTED]Date: Tue, October 11,

RE: [RCSE] Computer Guided Thermaling

2006-01-19 Thread chris
sink detector. He put a stuff rat in his wing, covered it with monokote. When the plane flies through sink the rat jumps out and you know you should leave the area. Because we all know a Rat always leaves a sinking ship! Chris, Lsf348 Lvl 5 #8 Original Message Subject: Re: [RCSE] Com

RE: [RCSE] First Sailplane

2006-06-30 Thread chris
test, can I get it "grandfathered" in as an exception to fly it as having been a pioneer in HLG contests? It originally had a Themral sensor in it too! Chris Adams LSF 348 Lvl 5 (#8) Original Message Subject: Re: [RCSE] First SailplaneFrom: Fritz Bien [EMAIL PROTECTED]Date: Fri, June 30

[RCSE] RE: Visalia Woody Class

2006-07-24 Thread chris
ust build a wood ship, and fly it in OPEN. What the heck, if I can do well in that class with a wood ship designed for floating and landing, it may open a few eyes. Good Luck with your new designs. Thermals, Chris AdamsLSF 348 LvL 5 (#8) SNIP See the answer at the end of each question. The Woody class

RE: [RCSE] Re: Rudder Stalls and turns.

2006-07-31 Thread chris
require a blend of R/E that shows a aileron pilot the need to add more rudder in turns. I envy the aileron giys alot too, they fly their planes well. Good Luck, Chris Adams LSF 348 LvL 5 (#8) Original Message Subject: [RCSE] Re: Rudder Stalls and turns.From: "Jay Hunter&qu

[RCSE] Another set of Still more two meter thoughts

2006-07-31 Thread chris
development might florish. Thermals, Chris Adams LSF 348 Lvl 5 (#8) Original Message Subject: [RCSE] Still more two meter thoughtsFrom: "Jim Deck" [EMAIL PROTECTED]Date: Mon, July 31, 2006 1:22 pmTo: "RCSE" soaring@airage.comOK, so two R/C sailplane designer

RE: [RCSE] news story

2006-07-31 Thread chris
with mammoth oil. You should see his stone toolbox and lightning rod. Chris Original Message Subject: [RCSE] news storyFrom: Dana Flemming [EMAIL PROTECTED]Date: Mon, July 31, 2006 6:08 pmTo: soaring soaring@airage.com it was great to see everyone at the NATS again, even if it was just

RE: [RCSE] re: Rudder Stalls and Turns

2006-08-02 Thread chris
orm rudder there is more yaw induced in the DLG. Am I looking at this incorrectly? Thanks, Chris Adams Original Message Subject: [RCSE] re: Rudder Stalls and TurnsFrom: Blaine Beron-Rawdon [EMAIL PROTECTED]Date: Wed, August 02, 2006 2:06 pmTo: Soaring Soaring@airage.comCc: Mark Drela [EMAIL

RE: [RCSE] non soaring content

2006-09-13 Thread chris
Cool, nice 1/4 scale ship. I am very surpised the guy let his friend fly the plane while he sat in it. That's courage! Chris Original Message Subject: [RCSE] non soaring contentFrom: Bill Johns [EMAIL PROTECTED]Date: Wed, September 13, 2006 5:24 pmTo: Soaring Yahoo Soaring

[RCSE] Need Apprx CG/Towhook Location for a Pulsar 2M

2006-09-19 Thread chris
To All, I am looking for an approximate CG location (inches/mm from LE) and a towhook location. If anyone can assist that has one I woudl appreciate it. thanks, Chris RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAI

RE: [RCSE] Re: OT: Can anything be done with frosted headlight covers?

2006-09-22 Thread chris
dioxidepigment, and I use it all the time for polishing crystals on watches (when plastic), and canopies. I also use toothpast to remove the tarnish on silver necklaces. Just put the closed necklace in the palm of your hand, add paste and rub. All simple stuff learned from and old jewelr boss. Chris

[RCSE] Need answer for JR610 versus R600 Programming for Flap Aileronmodel

2006-09-28 Thread chris
somone can send me? Otherwise I have to sweeze in an R600 into a very tight 2M ship fuse. Thanks in advance. Chris RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe m

[RCSE] Flaperon Programing for Encore-Type DLG With JR8103

2006-10-02 Thread chris
in the airplane section? I have read over the internet instructions for the setups, but still am confused. Can someone provide me with assistance for what their setup is, if possible? Thanks. Now I know why I like R/E so much and why I don't do video games! LOL. Chris Adams Thanks to those who provided

RE: [RCSE] Stopwatch Recommendation

2006-10-17 Thread chris
cards. Go with the Seiko (lorus) and you will not be disappointed and have to learn the workings of the Robotics each time. The KISS priciple works well here. Someone want to by my Robotics Chris Adams LSF 348 LvL V (#8) Original Message Subject: Re: [RCSE] Stopwatch RecommendationFr

RE: [RCSE] Re: Blah Blah Blah

2006-10-21 Thread chris
Nah, They are blue. He is a quart (liter) low. Chris Original Message Subject: [RCSE] Re: Blah Blah BlahFrom: schrederman [EMAIL PROTECTED]Date: Sat, October 21, 2006 8:13 amTo: soaring@airage.comAren't Gordy's eyes brown... reportedly because he's full of somethingor another

RE: [RCSE] lithium AA bateries

2006-10-27 Thread chris
I has to do with design of the cell chemistry, and obviously in addition to manufacturing, current output, recharging, among other things. Take a look at the Li-Fe versus Li - ion chemistry at http://www.powerstream.com/BatteryFAQ.html Chris Original Message Subject: [RCSE

RE: [RCSE] EverReady's Answer to the Lithium 1.5 V Cell Question

2006-10-27 Thread chris
in relatively short duration electronic applications, i. e. cruise missles. When they explode the battery itself becomes part of the explosive and flamable destructive power. If you think the Li polymer batteries we have explode, you should see these electrolytes go up when exposed to air. Grins! Chris S

RE: [RCSE] EverReady's Answer to the Lithium 1.5 V Cell Question

2006-10-27 Thread chris
John, What?? Are you diabetic? It's called "recharging", Sirius(ly) ;-) Chris Original Message Subject: Re: [RCSE] EverReady's Answer to the Lithium 1.5 V CellQuestionFrom: John Erickson [EMAIL PROTECTED]Date: Fri, October 27, 2006 3:31 pmTo: Chris Adams [EMAIL

[RCSE] 2M Pulsar for sale

2006-10-28 Thread chris
2Meter Pulsar for Sale Contact: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (off exchange) View plane and details at : http://www.spieltek.com/Pulsar2M.htm Includes RTF Plane, 2 DS 60 servos in fuselage for R/E, 4 HS-55 servos in wings, (No RX or Battery) $400 plus SH Thanks for the bandwidth, Chris Adams RCSE-List

[RCSE] I Beat Gordy Buttons will be around a long time

2006-11-09 Thread chris
? Can someone out there please post a closeup??? I have my own ideas for a button! Keep working, I know of many who have been to as many contests as you! Thermals, Chris Adams Original Message Subject: [RCSE] "I Beat Gordy - Tangerine 06" ButtonsIF"Huntsville

[RCSE] Mythbusters: Concrete Glider? We built Lead Sleds

2006-11-14 Thread chris
Concrete is light! We used to build "Lead Sleds" for the RCM Trophy Races. We couldn't get the planes heavy enough for racing. That was in the days when Planes were raced liked NASCAR rather than the chicken time trials where it is like slalom ski racing. And yes, Gordy, I knew a Level V who

RE: [RCSE] stuck on mandrel

2006-11-14 Thread chris
will permit the madrel to slip out. It all depends on how much play you want around the ballast. Good Luck Chris Original Message Subject: [RCSE] stuck on mandrelFrom: tony estep [EMAIL PROTECTED]Date: Tue, November 14, 2006 12:19 pmTo: soaring@airage.comCc: MVSA MVSA [EMAIL PROTECTED

RE: [RCSE] stuck on mandrel

2006-11-14 Thread chris
will permit the madrel to slip out. It all depends on how much play you want around the ballast. Good Luck Chris Original Message Subject: [RCSE] stuck on mandrelFrom: tony estep [EMAIL PROTECTED]Date: Tue, November 14, 2006 12:19 pmTo: soaring@airage.comCc: MVSA MVSA [EMAIL PROTECTED

RE: [RCSE] Mountain Extreme Gliding - These Guys Take Big Risk

2007-11-28 Thread chris
I think their next goal is to DS at Parker with radar gun. They can DS all afternoon on one jump! Original Message Subject: [RCSE] Mountain Etreme Gliding - These Gys Take Big Risk From: Scott [US], Millard C. [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Wed, November 28, 2007 5:37 am To:

RE: [RCSE] Benchmark Sailplanes

2007-11-28 Thread chris
It flies like a Cirrus (in the 70's), and I still fly mine as it still is my benchmark. Original Message Subject: [RCSE] Benchmark Sailplanes From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Wed, November 28, 2007 11:53 am To: soaring@airage.com When sitting around discussing a new or

[RCSE] Supra or Onyx JW, these are Me-Too Designs

2007-11-29 Thread chris
back, what plane really had something unique for the sport? Those, in my opinion, are the benchmarks, even though they way now be by the wayside. Chris Original Message Subject: Re: [RCSE] Re: Supra or Onyx JW?? From: Fred Weaver [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Wed, November 28, 2007

RE: [RCSE] Supra or Onyx JW, these are Me-Too Designs

2007-11-29 Thread chris
.jpg Additionally, my list is not exclusive. There are many more planes that one can say contributed as benchmarks. Obviously we can go on. Thanks. Chris Original Message Subject: Re: [RCSE] Supra or Onyx JW, these are Me-Too Designs From: rdwoebke [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date

[RCSE] Want a bench mark plane example??

2007-11-30 Thread chris
. She was also president of the LSF. The Model fits all the requirements for moldies and composites of today. Think about it. LOLOLOL Chris RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe

[RCSE] RE: Benchmarks? RADS? Refinements? Designing?

2007-11-30 Thread chris
Well Stated. Chris Original Message Subject: Benchmarks? RADS? Refinements? Designing? From: Harley Michaelis [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Thu, November 29, 2007 4:23 pm To: soaring@airage.com soaring@airage.com I'm sitting here with nothing to do while waiting on some

RE: [RCSE] Re: Supra or Onyx JW, these are Me-Too Designs

2007-11-30 Thread chris
of the plane I used in Dave Thornburg's contest that is on your website. I still have the plane I used and was thinking of recovering it and flying it in nostalgia at Poway! Thermals, Chris Adams Original Message Subject: Re: [RCSE] Re: Supra or Onyx JW, these are Me-Too

RE: [RCSE] Supra or Onyx JW, these are Me-Too Designs

2007-11-30 Thread chris
the benchmark. But is the Wright Flyer with wing warping any different than the dynamic wing warping using electrochemical induced composites that are currently being explored? The mechanics are different, but the aerodyamincs is the same. I wonder. Chris Original Message Subject

RE: [RCSE] First Euro Moldie to win a USA major

2007-12-01 Thread chris
vellum plans had them withairlerons, and the poster paper type plans did nothave them with ailerons. LOL Chris Original Message Subject: [RCSE] First Euro Moldie to win a USA major From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Sat, December 01, 2007 1:13 am To: [EMAIL PROTECTED

RE: [RCSE] 2008 Nats Schedule

2007-12-11 Thread chris
Oh Mighty Carnac: Do not knock DLG just because you do not fly it! CA Original Message Subject: [RCSE] 2008 Nats Schedule From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Tue, December 11, 2007 1:19 pm To: soaring@airage.com No Tom (B), its shoving RES (HL on Steroids) down the throats

RE: [RCSE] 2008 Nats Schedule

2007-12-11 Thread chris
Gee Denny, I thought winter started with the Gordy Equinox and the changing of the moons? BTW, When is the official starting weekend of Gordy Bashing Chris Original Message Subject: Re: [RCSE] 2008 Nats Schedule From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Tue, December 11, 2007 2:07

[RCSE] RE: Icon 2: Lines in a Twist

2007-12-20 Thread chris
tails and get a plane that can launch. This is so bogus to hear everyone complain. Look at all the aerodynamic and composite advancements, and use them. Duu. Chris Original Message Subject: Re: [RCSE] Icon 2 From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Thu, December 20, 2007 9:08 am

RE: [RCSE] Icon 2

2007-12-20 Thread chris
Why not just get rid of the pulley system and go to a single man tow? Or maybe, the pilot should run to launch the plane like a kite`while the plane is on autopilot??? Just creative suggestions! Chris Original Message Subject: Re: [RCSE] Icon 2 From: Mike Lachowski

RE: [RCSE] Best 2 Meter for NATS

2008-01-04 Thread chris
thickness that we get back into the old design arguments of years past. One of these days a plane will be able to take into account other design factors besides this limited one. IMHO Chris Original Message Subject: [RCSE] Best 2 Meter for NATS From: Barry Kennedy [EMAIL

RE: [RCSE] Brain Fart : Definitely a FART

2008-01-04 Thread chris
that were challenging for them, but maybe not for your expertise. It's always great to hear the ideas of experts and LSF Level V aspirants like yourself when they come up with these new flying classes and tasks. Keep the ideas coming! Chris Original Message Subject: [RCSE] Brain

RE: [RCSE] Contest Format

2008-01-10 Thread chris
make it or you don't. The only thing I constantly hear is how many points did you DROP, not how many points did you achieve. This is not basketball, it is more like Golf. The course is rated and you know the task (par value) and you are being measured on what you can or cannot achieve. Chris RCSE

RE: [RCSE] Contest Format

2008-01-10 Thread chris
This is Match play, just like they do in FF. You either max the time, or you are out! It does not matter what time you set, just that it has to be maxed. If you want to add difficulty, then just increase the flight time 1 or 2 minutes per round. We did a type of this contest in DLG at Visalia

RE: [RCSE] Contest Format

2008-01-10 Thread chris
points did you achieve. This is not basketball, it is more like Golf. The course is rated and you know the task (par value) and you are being measured on what you can or cannot achieve. Chris RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe

RE: [RCSE] Contest Format

2008-01-11 Thread chris
Open. If I do not do well, I will at least inject myself with the design and flying enthusiasm they have over there. We need to share technology and flying skills, not have them softened by waiting around. I know I will be drinking alot of beer with those guys like we do here. Chris Adams

RE: [RCSE] Tree story, actually a helicopter

2008-02-01 Thread chris
In another 1970's story, Rick Norwood, of the Soaring Union of Los Angles (SULA), launched a Javelin Open class ship and did an active zoom-type launch at the top. For those unaware of the Javelin series, these were rolled plywood fuselage R/E planes with straight dihedral wings and up-swept

RE: [RCSE] Dedicated to Gordy!

2008-02-13 Thread chris
I don't see a problem...Just hop on the Snowmobile and go trolling. Original Message Subject: Re: [RCSE] Dedicated to Gordy! From: Chuck Anderson [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Wed, February 13, 2008 9:32 am To: soaring@airage.com At 10:21 AM 2/13/2008, you wrote: I guess I

RE: [RCSE] Seriously offended - A common occurrence

2008-02-28 Thread chris
could switch to a Woody class to get your LSF V wins when you strike out in the Open class. Woodies are for Old Timers LOL. Chris Adams Original Message Subject: Re: [RCSE] Seriously offended From: Ira Faberman [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Thu, February 28, 2008 9:37 am

RE: [RCSE] Re: Hinge Tape

2008-03-27 Thread chris
a sample, ping me and I'll send a sample as I have alot. You can then ask then for a quote. Chris Original Message Subject: Re: [RCSE] Re: Hinge Tape From: Burt Pickard-Richardson [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Thu, March 27, 2008 3:31 pm To: soaring@airage.com http

RE: [RCSE] Stab mount and stab

2008-03-31 Thread chris
Bud Elder make them. Bud Elder ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) I will forward an email under a separate thread to you. Chris Adams Original Message Subject: [RCSE] Stab mount and stab From: Buzz Averill [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Mon, March 31, 2008 11:37 am To: RCSE soaring

[RCSE] New Level V: Gordy Gets Final Flight for LSF Level 5

2008-04-01 Thread chris
New Level V: Gordy Gets Final Flight for LSF Level 5 Congratulations to Gordy Stahl for finally accomplishing the unexpected. Gordy, flying his new heavy uranium-enriched Suprah, managed to put aside all those wearing the I Beat Gordy button to finally claim a place in the anals of the soaring

RE: FW: Re: [RCSE] New Level V: ...Task! April Fools

2008-04-02 Thread chris
Craig, Jim, Bob, It is nice to know that you can get someone, even the top guys, on a April Fool's Day! Somehow, I couldn't resist! ;-) Chris Original Message Subject: Re: FW: Re: [RCSE] New Level V: ...Task! April Fools From: Craig Allen [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Tue

RE: [RCSE] Sailplane items For Sale

2008-04-08 Thread chris
I am interested in buying the DLG boom. I assume they are from Denny or tailbooms.com. Let me know how you want to handle the exchange. Chris Adams Original Message Subject: [RCSE] Sailplane items For Sale From: marshall5686 [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Sun, April 06

RE: [RCSE] Fixer upper Pike Perfect

2008-04-08 Thread chris
Hey, That looks like DP's Old F3B plane from the finals in Sacramento, 6 or so years back. I thought he had it fixed on the field Chris Original Message Subject: [RCSE] Fixer upper Pike Perfect From: Tom Koszuta [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Tue, April 08, 2008 5:51 pm

RE: [RCSE] JR/Specktrum 2.4 Stuff, Bet You Didn't Know This!

2008-04-18 Thread chris
Gordy, I guess what all this means is that the TX trnansmits your screw-ups faster to the plane? Gee, now everyone will see the plane swerve faster left and right as it approaches the spot. I'm glad I got the new 9303. Chris Original Message Subject: [RCSE] JR/Specktrum

RE: [RCSE] Re: written communication nuances

2008-04-28 Thread chris
I agree, but most do not read, but rather skim the text, read what they think they are reading, and then answer without knowing even their side. My addage: It is better to not answer and let people think you are an idiot, than to reply, and remove all doubt. Chris Original Message

RE: [RCSE] 2.4

2008-05-29 Thread chris
Darwin, While I am listed on Ch 17, I had Ron switch me to 2.4. I will be flying it in my old Encore variant, and my New Spider DLG. My Original Fuselages are all Kevlar. Chris Adams Original Message Subject: Re: [RCSE] 2.4 From: John Erickson [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date

[RCSE] Gordy IN Poway, WOW, wonders do happen (?)

2008-05-30 Thread chris
Gordy, WOW, Poway, isn't that out of your league?? No doubt, you will be flying the World's Heaviest DLG, and I thought I was the only one to be doing that! Really, I do not see you listed on the Pilot's Roster??? Let's NOT see you fly Senior class! I'll be there! Chris

[RCSE] 9303 aileron to rudder coupling

2008-06-04 Thread chris
I am trying to set up my 9303 to turn off the aileron rudder coupling via the right back Mix switch. I have been unable to locate the setup as I had on my 8103. Can some help with a pointer on how to do it? Thanks Chris RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe

RE: [RCSE] 9303 aileron to rudder coupling

2008-06-04 Thread chris
turns. My old habits go back to just rudder elevator on planes with more dihedral. Thanks for the help. Chris Original Message Subject: Re: [RCSE] 9303 aileron to rudder coupling From: Mike Lachowski [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Wed, June 04, 2008 2:46 pm To: [EMAIL PROTECTED

RE: [RCSE] July MA Mag..

2008-06-25 Thread chris
I hope Middle America can send some of that water over here to Northern Calif to fight the fires, as Reno (downwind) is engulfed in the smoke from them. It makes it hard on the eyes, as well as needing to build in the garage! I know the pain the firefighters are having. It is amazing the

RE: [RCSE] Could CD's Please Collect Plane's Flown By Whom?....

2008-07-01 Thread chris
conditions in Europe. I would love to see more regarding planes, setups, etc. Chris Original Message Subject: [RCSE] Could CD's Please Collect Plane's Flown By Whom?Thanks! (F3J World Planes) From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Tue, July 01, 2008 3:40 am To: Soaring

RE: [RCSE] Johnny Berlin's 8 hour task

2008-07-14 Thread chris
Congratulations!! So when are you starting to do it again??? Thermals, Chris Adams LSF 348 LvL V (#8) Original Message Subject: [RCSE] Johnny Berlin's 8 hour task From: Dennis Hoyle [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Sun, July 13, 2008 4:12 pm To: soaring

RE: [RCSE] Contest idea....Time on tow penalty for TD?

2008-07-15 Thread chris
with a conclusion no one wants to fly! Chris Original Message Subject: Re: [RCSE] Contest ideaTime on tow penalty for TD? From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Tue, July 15, 2008 6:03 am To: [EMAIL PROTECTED], soaring@airage.com In a message dated 07/14/2008 8:21:54 PM

RE: [RCSE] Spare LSF5 Wins For Sale

2008-07-20 Thread chris
Hey, I have an extra LSF5 goal and return from 1978 that might be usable. I do not know the condition. Let me know. Chris Adams LSF 348 Lvl V (#8) Original Message Subject: [RCSE] Spare LSF5 Wins For Sale From: Me [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Sat, July 19, 2008 12:48 pm

RE: [RCSE] An argument for handlaunch.

2008-07-29 Thread chris
! Please come back when you realize there are others who fly also. Thermals, Chris Adams LSF 348 Lvl V (#8) Original Message Subject: [RCSE] An argument for handlaunch. From: Ben Wilson [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Tue, July 29, 2008 7:15 pm To: soaring@airage.com, LASS Soaring List

[RCSE] RE: I say we find Ben and Crach his throwing peg!!!!

2008-07-29 Thread chris
, and started my report. Phil, Bruce, and others saw the contests one way, the rest of us saw it another. I will post in good time, but not here, rather on RC groups. Ben may be working on LSF V, but Been there Done that, and I perhaps even force Steve and John to get theirs!! Chris

[RCSE] Apology to Ben

2008-07-30 Thread chris
information, and I am trying to do this on RCgroups with my posts and views. I hope we can propagate the sport of F3K /DLG because I know it will become big, very fast. Once again, I apologize for my response and taking the issue the wrong way. Thermals, Chris Adams Original Message

RE: [RCSE] An argument for handlaunch.

2008-07-30 Thread chris
Oh Yes, please send me an applications. LOL Chris Original Message Subject: RE: [RCSE] An argument for handlaunch. From: TG Bean [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Wed, July 30, 2008 8:05 am To: Mark Miller [EMAIL PROTECTED], soaring@airage.com Bravo Mark, Now on to something

RE: [RCSE] Re: testing Missing posts???

2008-08-04 Thread chris
the opportunity to fly much more than any of the other TD events. These contests off more of other items as well. OK, for all those who expect this, or disagree, or even think I am complaining, back to my regular Thorazine treatments. ;-) Chris Adams From Darwin: Come on guys, lay off 2 Meter

RE: [RCSE] German Open F3K Finals

2008-08-04 Thread chris
Steve, I asked a AMA official about the status of F3K as a WC event supported by the AMA. I was told that it would not be supported unless one of the F3B or F3J was dropped. I guess soaring is getting popular. F3K all over s growing very rapidly. Chris Original Message

RE: [RCSE] RES vs UNL vs DLG

2008-08-04 Thread chris
Ah Yes, and... If God wanted us to build fiberglass (and Carbon and Kevlar) wings, he would have given us Fiberglass trees! Chris Original Message Subject: Re: [RCSE] RES vs UNL vs DLG From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Mon, August 04, 2008 3:25 pm To: Bill's Email [EMAIL

RE: [RCSE] Several DLG questions

2008-08-15 Thread chris
at RCgroups, and you can pour through all the old posts and questions. There are lots of pictures, so that helps alot too. Chris Original Message Subject: [RCSE] Several DLG questions From: Dan Ashenfelter [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Tue, August 12, 2008 5:00 pm To: soaring

RE: [RCSE] Gordy's Sand Dollars

2008-08-16 Thread chris
Inquiring minds want to know! Chris Original Message Subject: [RCSE] Gordy's Sand Dollars From: Paul Rickie Clark [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Sat, August 16, 2008 7:36 am To: Soaring@airage.com Gordy!! For heavens sake WHAT has making dollars with radio control beach cleaners have

RE: [RCSE] Removing old covering, more info

2008-08-18 Thread chris
flighter from 40 years ago! Chris Original Message Subject: [RCSE] Removing old covering, more info From: Craig Allen [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Mon, August 18, 2008 7:49 am To: soaring@airage.com soaring@airage.com It's hard to tell what type of covering it is... It's over 40

RE: [RCSE] Maple Leaf Design - New Site

2008-08-24 Thread chris
Craig, Adam Weston flew one at Poway, and placed in the top 10, and then flew one in the German Open and placed fairly well also. Heck, he beat you at Poway! Chris Original Message Subject: Re: [RCSE] Maple Leaf Design - New Site From: Craig Allen [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date

RE: [RCSE] Futaba 8u v-tail ?

1999-08-01 Thread Chris Kaiser
of mixing with up-elevator you should increase the up travel, and a small negative amount with down-elevator should decrease the down-travel - without affecting the rudder differential. A single P-mix (with link on) should now effect aileron-rudder coupling. Hope this helps. Ciao - Chris

RE: [RCSE] RG15 question

1999-08-02 Thread Chris Kaiser
don't use any reflex. Two weeks ago we had a F3B speed practice day and I averaged just over 17s with this model, including two times in the 15 second range - it don't need no reflex... Ciao - Chris ** Chris Kaiser Auckland, NEW ZEALAND http://www.rcmodels.com/members/asfc/ RCSE-List faciliti

RE: [RCSE] [RCSE][F3B][F3F] Ellipse 3 CAM radio problem

1999-10-20 Thread Chris Kaiser
for worry free flying was to systematically work my way through checking EVERYTHING. Good luck The PCM Rx is an easy thing to try, so that's the first step. Based on a lot of the responses, I'm pretty confident that it'll do the trick. Thanks for the input. Ciao - Chris ** Chris Kaiser Auckland

RE: [RCSE] DS layup concerns

1999-10-27 Thread Oster, Chris
Speaking of the JW layup schedule, where can I find this program? I know I saw it posted awhile ago but didn't keep the reference. Thanks Chris Oster -Original Message- From: Craig Toutolmin [SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Thursday, October 21, 1999 4:18 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED

RE: [RCSE] 555/Futaba 8UAF

1999-11-11 Thread Chris Kaiser
ap, launch, butterfly, etc. then work as usual. I use exactly this setup with a 555 for my HLG. Ciao - Chris ** Chris Kaiser Auckland, NEW ZEALAND http://www.rcmodels.com/members/asfc/ RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]

[RCSE] Re: Dream Catcher Hoobies ASW 20 Canopy and Frame for sale

2000-02-22 Thread Chris Pratt
will sell it for $50 plus shipping. Chris Pratt RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]

RE: [RCSE] Sirius charger with 5 cell pack

2000-05-09 Thread Chris Kaiser
/~sirius/ FWIW I run 5 cell packs in my F3B models and can confirm that the Sirius Charge Pro works just fine on them. It's now the only charger I use on my RC batteries. Ciao - Chris ** Chris Kaiser Auckland, NEW ZEALAND http://www.rcmodels.com/clubs/asfcnz/ -Original Message- From

RE: [RCSE] Re: Soaring V1 #1217

2000-05-15 Thread Chris Kaiser
tip panels have been returned to their original white/red and it's sporting a new tail as the original was a bit heavy with a repair and the silver paint. Ciao - Chris ** Chris Kaiser Auckland, NEW ZEALAND http://www.rcmodels.com/clubs/asfcnz/ RCSE-List facilities provided by Model

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