john stones 1 - Moderator

how about a zlin. that engine would fly it at scale speed a mate had a skyways plan pack with st 2500 in, flew a treat he only ever used straight fuel. never had problems with it.

Posted by Stuart Coyle on 13/12/2013 23:39:33: I've just measured some of my balsa stock. Some are 100mm, others 4in. All 36in length! I blame it all on Napoleon, who decreed what a meter would be - and got it wrong by 3.37in. he commanded imperial guard

ran my car on gallons as a teenager now use litres, its a lot more expensive I have a big ruler with imperial, and metric on don't know if they are readily available

nigel you may not want to agree but your next step is a purpose built trainer. loads on market, 25- 40 size. £40- £70. i.c or electric. something that will cope with a bit of wind. unless you have a good stock of balsa, covering etc, you cant build one as cheap. learn to fly, stock up on balsa etc at next years shows. if budgets tight this is your best option. building your own is magic, flying them is even better.

be more positive nigel. learning to fly has never been easier. bit of common sense and jobs a good un.

excellent model shop p.s. it looks good open cockpit Edited By john stones 1 on 12/12/2013 22:47:45

Posted by Biggles' Elder Brother - Moderator on 28/11/2013 18:43:22: I must admit that at first I didn't like foam models much. What converted me was the PZ Extra. That model is indestructable! I know - I've tried! Once I was in a "spin 'till you die" comp with it - and the inevitable happened I just pushed it too far - 22, 23, 24, 25,....recover, Ohhhh very near the ground big pull out,...she flicked and in she went - BANG! Fuselage had a broken back, elevator had ripped loose, as had the wing mounting and the undercarriage. The front looked like a bulldog! Bit of the hot water treatment to re-expand the foam, some surgery with the cocktail sticks and epoxy and it was all back together - 30 minutes work - top whack. And it flew fine afterwards! Amazing. There is a lot to be said for that level of convience - especially in a day-to-day hack. BEB 25 that's embarrassing b.e.b. get throws increased n move c.g. back.

left and right tx has 2 sticks

don't use servo tray supplied fit servos last to help you with c.g. (move forwards) battery in tank bay, should be fine (may need a little lead) wont need flaps, will land a treat

club competition days (touch n go, limbo etc). magic, laughing all day. monthly meetings outdoors, take orders for chippy. (not been rained off all year) better attended, bit of flying, still get business done, guests welcome, new members.

not that great with electric stuff bob, just wondered why use 3cell on ic ? seems like another link in the chain that could fail

beat me bob

Posted by Simon B on 08/12/2013 22:21:31: I've happily used 3S packs without a separate receiver pack and never had a problem in 7 years of flying. on a model with a glow engine in?

use red primer first? give you a nice base to spray finish on

you confuse me bandit, 1000 foots too high and you want to impose return to home. regulations have just been relaxed, get yourself off flying

read your profile out of curiosity phil you've too much time on your hands you should get yourself a hobby

you don't need a woodpack nigel, if you've already built a junior sixty, building a high wing funfly will be a doddle for you. will suit electric well also.

I think you'll find they are not actually tree's they are ambush's

how about a different angle? we've never had it so good play your lp's at home roger , cd's for your car. if your club has 50 members, must be lots of 35 gear available, just try asking at your field. edf's are fine on 35mgz, so are petrols, if your having problems its your installation enjoy your flying, listen your favourite album on way home

yes nigel loads, spacewalker is a good intro to low wingers,i think sig do a nice kit. its a nice looker and very forgiving to fly. tucano's look and fly great, bit of a step up from a junior 60 though. have you considered going to a 4 channel high winger as the next step? again there are loads to choose from

I think its great. very rare you clash on peg board now. see rx's and xtals for sale quite often at price they are offered at you could stock up with some extras im still using a jr 9x best box I've ever held. I also like the ariel, bit of ribbon on, use to check on wind

profilm is superb and very strong, also a great range of colours your solartex should stick to sheeted surfaces, put soft brush on hoover make sure its dust free

your welcome ian

I wouldn't fret about it im sure you'll cope with either

I disagree percy, for £15 you can get coverage upto £5m on an individual basis. my car insurance cot me £30 less than last years, I am all for us being in bmfa, as we are stronger as a group. I think the bmfa charge us plenty. on a similar point I find it very strange that non flyers,and non bmfa members are given a vote on the bmfa survey, regarding the national flying ,heritage , centre. so people who have no stake get a vote on something that may increase our fees. odd.