[RCSE] Ham Bands

When I attended the F3J Team trials last year they scanned 50 and 53 mhz. I have never been shot down on the Ham bands. There are a few repeaters in the Ohio area around the 53.800 range. Check the ARRL repeater directory if your not sure. Jeff

[RCSE] Charlotte NC

It looks like Ill be spending a lot of time in the Charlotte area during Jan-Feb. Where do you guys fly that are from this area? I have electric's also Jeff RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that

[RCSE] Eraser tip

At our F3J contest today My friend Michael and I tangled in a midair resulting in his sailplane having some damage to the tip of his Eraser. So he needs a right tip Does anyone have one?? Jeff

[RCSE] V-Tail for Eraser Xtreme

Guys I was out flying today and it was a great day to be out in the sun. Well, Im on my way home and a Deer jumps out in front of the Truck I slam on the brakes to avoid the crash. Which I did but, But, BUT. The winch battery slid forward crushing the box my V-tail was in. Im not sure If I can

[RCSE] The meaning of Skeg

Skeg (Long protuding object) For thoughs that can not control airspeed on landing. To make excuse it does away with the luck factor, All in good fun 8-) Jeff

[RCSE] Re; JR610m

I have one of the old and new JR 610ms There problem with the old one was the length of the antenna. It was shortened for micro flying and degraded the range. The length of the new antennas are 36 inches. This I believe is all that was done to fix the problem. They are not duel conversion. But

[RCSE] Flaps

Ok heres my problem or maybe 2. I have an Xtreme that has a flap problem. Im using an 8103 with Sherman Knights instructions. The Orlando Buzzard instructions and still im having problems getting the flaps to come down at the same time. Im using Multiplex servos. Im only able to get about 70-75

[RCSE] F3J Oct 19th

Contest F3J in Maine. Before the snow flies in the North the Downeast Soaring Club is sponsoring a F3J contest in Minot Maine. This is very laid back and a fun contest. Registration is at 9:00 am and the pilot meeting will be at 10:00. Bring your HLGs and electric's as there is

[RCSE] WHO is flying on what HAM Frequency

Edgar I fly on both. When I lived in Ohio you had to watch for 6 meter repeaters in the area. They were in the 53.6 -53.8 range. So I simply stayed as low as I could 53.1. On the 50mhz side I have had no problem with any of the freqs. I think all the major radios only offer 50

[RCSE] Meeting

I just thought I would share how a meeting in Maine is conducted. Look here Jeff http://home.gwi.net/~movebisson/slope072102/smIMG_1314.jpg RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]

[RCSE] Eraser Programming

Anyone out there have the programming for an Eraser with JR 8103 in it? TIA Jeff RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]

[RCSE] HLG contest in Maine

Everyone July 20th will be the first of a couple of HLG contests in Maine. Sponsored by Downeast Soaring. The location is in Durham Maine 6 miles from Freeport Maine the home of LL Bean. Bring the wife and have her drop you off. It may cost you a little but it will be enjoyable

[RCSE] Young Flyer

Anyone We in the Downeast Soaring club have a friend that is one of our youngest members that is moving to New Orleans with his family next Wed. We are sorry to see them move as his family has supported him with his hobby for quite sometime. So here is where this forum will help this

[RCSE] Stork II

I am interested in the Stork II and the Extreme. I have quite a bit of info on the Extreme. I would however like some comments on the Stork II. How is the moulding flying landing ? You get the picure. Thanks guys comments welcome but please no whinning Jeff RCSE-List facilities provided

[RCSE] weekend flying

Mike and group Well we flew here in Maine on Saturday. 25 30 mph winds on a slope with sand blowing all over. Sunday snow, AGAIN will it ever end. Monday winter storm warning in effect. Isnt SPRING great? Our first contest is Saturday. I have my fingers crossed Jeff

[RCSE] Re: Flash 4

Thanks everyone who responed. Problem solved Jeff Downeast Soaring

[RCSE] Skegs

Everyone Well since it has come up again Ill throw my whatever in. I was always taught to control my landing speed on final. It doesnt matter if its a real plane or not. Its the skill of the pilot. So Im coming into land. Hopefully some 30-20 sec before a Max. I set myself

[RCSE] Goose Formation (long--see end for soaring connection

Pat The V is longer because they flew thru hunting season. Missing Goose formation Jeff RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]

[RCSE] Re: Motorcycles and Soaring

I was hit by a Car in Tulsa while riding home from the airport. Your gonna Love this one. The Driver was a Funeral Director going out to fly his Cherokee six. To keep on the subject of Soaring Total flying time was about 2 seconds. The spot landing with the skid didnt net any points. Yes It

[RCSE] stupid foamie tricks

Hey Where did you put all the snow??? We in New England are still digging out after 2 feet of this ncijnpu!!! stuff, yea stuff fell on us. You guys are cruel to us in winters wonderland. Jeff Down East Soaring

[RCSE] Complainers

I Think I saw a new forum it was HTTP//www.IAMSUCHAWHINER.com Get over it people Jeff RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]

[RCSE] HELP JR programming

Anyone I've lost my programming Manuel for my 347. I am pulling my hair out trying to figure out how to program the V-Tail on my hand launch. I have the V activated but cant get the elevators to work or get more down than up for the V's. I need help with this so I can fly this