Re: [RCSE] Epoxied servo techniques

2006-03-02 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
I made a plastic plug that matched the Airtronics servos I used to use. Greased the plug and set it into a thick mess of epoxy and microbaloons. Wait for the epoxy to cure, yank the plug, pop in the servo using wood shavings to insure immobility. Worked great. If you do this, don't forget to

[RCSE] Looking for a Profi 4000 manual.

2005-08-04 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
Buy outright or copy and return. Your pleasure. TIA S 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] Muller Comet CG?

2005-08-01 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
I'm assembling a new 91T and looking for suggestions that'll get me real close to the design CG. Any of you guys able to dig back and remember? Otherwise it's 1/3 of the root chord...(prolly nose heavy) Thanks RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and

[RCSE] Crimping tool for servo plugs

2005-07-28 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
Soldering and then crimping with needlenose pliers is getting a bit tiresome. Where can I find a tool that'll do this job? TIA S

[RCSE] Don Richmonds email addy?

2005-07-22 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
Subject line tells all. Thanks

Re: [RCSE] Ultimate soaring car?

2005-05-02 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
Subject: [RCSE] Ultimate soaring car? 2004 6.0 PSD Excursion. Carry 6 of anything! Get 20 mpg on hiways while doin' it. 44 gal. fuel tank. CT to Muncie No fuel stops... ;). Rough goin? switch on the 4WD... Not for everyone... :) I love mine! . Let's hear some suggestions! RCSE-List

[RCSE] Where to buy stock EVO antenna?

2005-03-26 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
Title asks it all. TIA

Re: [RCSE] Re: line and FAI events

2005-03-05 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
- Original Message - From: Rick [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Soaring@airage.com Sent: Saturday, March 05, 2005 8:52 AM Subject: [RCSE] Re: line and FAI events Oh c'mon! For me, Mr. Subaverage, the homebuilt Ford L/S with 200m of 200lb mono. ONLY way to go! Launches as high or higher than

Re: [RCSE] Electric flight web sites

2004-12-18 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
Start with www.ezonemag.com 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.

Re: [RCSE] Zoom zoom zoom....the sound of RCSD articles?

2004-10-21 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
Geeze Kurt; now everyone knows that! ;) 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.

[RCSE] Looking for 9 ch + shift FM RX

2004-03-23 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
Dealers? Private party? Until and if that synth TX gets here, I'd like a synth RX or one to listen on ch 38-39. Thanks for info RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe

Re: [RCSE] Spelling problems -enough-enough-enough!@#$

2004-02-22 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
I did a bit of sloping over New Haven harbor. My ballast was held on to the outside of the fuse with packing tape... :) Worked for me. Steve Here lets try this. I went out and flew my 2M Super V today and it was a little windy. Does anyone out there have a trick way to add ballast short

Re: [RCSE] Plane protection material

2003-12-07 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
I like bubble wrap for protecting flying machines. But, I've been using packing tape to make the stuff into bags. What's out there that'll heat seal the edges and bags? Stephen

Re: [RCSE] Hinge tape

2002-11-18 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
in the process. -- Stephen Syrotiak Building Service Southern Connecticut 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.

Re: [RCSE] Blaine Rawdon in the news

2002-10-07 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
Pictures, pictures, we gotta have pictures!! Thanks for the heads-up Mark. -- Stephen Syrotiak Building Service Southern Connecticut RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe

[RCSE] Ideas needed for 6 servo wing programming; MPX

2002-09-20 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
camber. Any and all suggestions are welcomed. -- Stephen Syrotiak Building Service Southern Connecticut 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

Re: [RCSE] Mixing Digiital Servos

2002-07-28 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
FWIW I have 3 planes; an Addiction, a Compulsion and a Ariane V11 sporting analog and digital servos in their wings. No problemo. So far... Cheers -- Stephen Syrotiak Building Service Southern Connecticut RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe

[RCSE] Looking for a few Molex connectors

2002-07-19 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
5 mm pitch and about 15 mm plug length. Radio Shack doesn't stock 'em anymore. TIA -- Stephen Syrotiak Building Service Southern Connecticut RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [RCSE] Most fun plane?

2002-06-07 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
I'll bite: FVK Bandit. -- Stephen Syrotiak Building Service Southern Connecticut RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]

[RCSE] Re: Hall of Fame

2002-04-12 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
... Respectfully submitted (to who?), yr. faithful svt. -- Stephen Syrotiak Building Service Southern Connecticut RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [RCSE] Ford Long Shaft Starter

2002-04-02 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
It should be problemo zero, Dave. The chain parts distributors carry 'em. -- Stephen Syrotiak Building Service Southern Connecticut http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/index.php?referrerid=4399 RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL

Re: [RCSE] Is there a better way to kick off CA?

2002-04-01 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
spit on it. -- Stephen Syrotiak Building Service Southern Connecticut http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/index.php?referrerid=4399 RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [RCSE] Skegs

2002-03-20 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
Dennis Phelan wrote: Does anyone object to having a powered wheel inside the plane so it can be driven to the spot after landing on time? If there's a reverse gear, I'll take two!! -- Stephen Syrotiak Building Service Southern Connecticut http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/index.php

Re: [RCSE] Schemp-Hirth spoilers

2002-03-04 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
Hobby Lobby used to carry such devices. -- Stephen Syrotiak Building Service Southern Connecticut RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [RCSE] River of lift.

2002-03-02 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
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[RCSE] Spiral Stability and Polyhedral

2002-02-10 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
root panels. Thanks for all opinions. -- Stephen Syrotiak Building Service Southern Connecticut RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]

[RCSE] 53.1 mhz Stuff for sale.

2002-02-09 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
tx module and 3 rx. Rx are: (2) Airtronics Dual Conversion 8 ch (1) Sanwa DB Laser 7ch. $160.00 takes all the 6 meter gear. I won't break them up. Everything for $425.00. I ship. Reason for selling; new Mpx 3030, and MP8K on 6 meters 73 WB1GXO -- Stephen Syrotiak Building Service

[RCSE] WTB Router base..

2002-02-01 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
.. for Dremel Mod. 370-6. The thing is ancient but works perfectly. I hate to spring for another Dremel just so I can fit the current router-type base to it. tnx -- Stephen Syrotiak Building Service Southern Connecticut RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe

Re: [RCSE] HITEC gears?

2002-01-30 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
Bill Conkling wrote: Is there a way to get only this little plastic gear? This question has plagued me for years! If you find out, let me know! -- Stephen Syrotiak Building Service ~ Not really expecting the sort of answer I'd like. Southern Connecticut RCSE-List facilities provided

[RCSE] Auto pilot

2002-01-11 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
I just noticed this this morning. Haven't seen any mention of it on this list. Sounds better'n sliced bread for xc, and those who venture their models 'way far away. Any one ever try one? How'd it work? https://www.fmadirect.com/html/2000_detail.htm?item=1476 Regards, -- Stephen Syrotiak

Re: [RCSE] Winch motor for sale

2002-01-05 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Everyone should build F3b winches so they are ready when F3j starts using winches. (We can all dream) or stocking up on hot electric motors so they are ready when F3J switches to F5J. (I'm allus dreamin') -- Stephen Syrotiak Building Service Southern

Re: [RCSE] steel stiffness, hardness and zoom launches.

2001-12-20 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
Hi Bill, Nice post. Regarding line stretch: Have you ever launched with monofilament line on the drum? If not, I suggest you do so. Winch launching will never be the same. As a small bonus, you can use a shorter winch to turnaround distance. Regards, -- Stephen Syrotiak Building Service

Re: [RCSE] Addiction airfoil ???

2001-12-14 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
My MH32 Addiction doesn't do as well as my MH 32 Escape. Weight?? Mebbe. The response to droop camber is the same (vy little) but the Escape would really scoot when reflexed. Go figure. Anyone got an extra set of Escape wings they'd like to part with? -- Stephen Syrotiak Building Service

Re: [RCSE] Nats..reply..Numbers

2001-12-12 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
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[RCSE] Are FMA servos sold under another name?

2001-11-07 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
I need a gear set for (the last) one of mine. $4.95 + $8.00 shipping. And... I don't even get a kiss... TIA for any help Regards, -- Stephen Syrotiak Building Service Southern Connecticut http://members.home.net/stephen.s1 RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe

Re: [RCSE] Coffee Airfoilers Fall Contest

2001-09-18 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
My mindreader just burned out. Where is this Fall Contest being held? Regards, -- Stephen Syrotiak Building Service Southern Connecticut http://members.home.net/stephen.s1 RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]

[RCSE] X-acto

2001-08-30 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
I've been re-sharpening my blades for about a year now. It's quicker than changing 'em, and they sharpen keener than new. A 2x6 fine stone sits at the edge of my bench. Very convenient and no groping thru the rubble for it... Regards, -- Stephen Syrotiak (feeling sharp) Building Service

[RCSE] Tired of all show no go transmitters?

2001-07-31 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
Take a peek at http://www.jensenjetmodels.com/id30.htm. I've no interest whatsoever in the company. I do think they are providing a nice alternative to Atronx, JR, Hitec, etc.. Regards, -- Stephen Syrotiak Building Service; Loving his Ace transmitter... Southern Connecticut http

Re: [RCSE] Argate?graphite Maunufacturer

2001-04-30 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
http://www.airplane-model.com/ Regards, -- Stephen Syrotiak Southern Connecticut http://members.home.net/stephen.s1 RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [RCSE] Sources for Hinge tape, reflecting tape

2001-04-25 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
Go to Home Depot or Lowes. You'll find hinging tape in huge (60') rolls for less than $4.00. It's the good tough stretchy stuff that the RC people sell for a buck a foot or so... Regards, -- Stephen Syrotiak Southern Connecticut http://members.home.net/stephen.s1 RCSE-List facilities provided

[RCSE] Main Line

2001-04-22 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
Where can I buy 200# test mono. My winch line is getting a bit tired. All those knots are tearing my (gloved) hand to ribbons... I haven't been down this street in years, will appreciate all answers. TIA Regards -- Stephen Syrotiak; launching high in Southern Connecticut http

[RCSE] Servo Gearsets

2001-03-31 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
I'm looking for Airtronics 94501, 94401, and Futaba S133. 5 or 6 sets of each ought to do 'er. Anybody got em? Any dealer keep 'em in stock? Also, what's the group's take on FMA Premiere Servos? I like the prices, but how do they work? TIA Regards, -- Stephen Syrotiak; looking

Re: [RCSE] Servo damage?

2001-02-22 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
Keep landing like that. You've got servo savers. ;) Regards -- Stephen Syrotiak Southern Connecticut RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [RCSE] Plug-in tip sections

2001-02-15 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
It seems to me that if there's no spar in the center section, and you're poo-pooing the root/sub rib method you might want to try continuing the CF sheeting out and making a sleeve for the outer section. Tricky molding but I'm sure it can be done. GL Regards -- Stephen Syrotiak Southern

Re: [RCSE] Tension on Hi-Start

2000-12-23 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
Pull it back until it scares you. Launch. Repeat.* *you'll find out when to ease off... Best regards, -- Stephen Syrotiak Southern Connecticut RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [RCSE] Silicone hinges

2000-12-17 Thread Stephen Syrotiak
as possible. The silicone likes sticking to (smooth) surfaces. This is unlike applying paint where a little "tooth" is needed. GL. Regards, -- Stephen Syrotiak Southern Connecticut http://pages.cthome.net/stephen RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe&quo