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GARY BLANDFORD-HULL started following Alternative TX batteries for Futaba T6X Transmitter , Cambrian Elan 100 - Wing Tip Shaping , MODEL IDENTITY and 1 other
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Hi everyone, looking for some advice and hopefully pictures of how to shape the wing tips of my Elan 100? I am slowly putting together this model over a period of time and am struggling to see how best to finalise the shape of the wing tip assembly. Has anyone got any pictures available as to how this should be done please? Many thanks, Gary
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MODEL IDENTITY
GARY BLANDFORD-HULL replied to GARY BLANDFORD-HULL's topic in Gliders and Gliding - General Discussion
That's amazing. Thank you so much for the research and info. Looking at the picture on the Sarik website it does have some similarity to mine, so have ordered a set of plans to check and also establish the CofG before I try to fly it. Thanks everyone, very much appreciated. Gary -
MODEL IDENTITY
GARY BLANDFORD-HULL replied to GARY BLANDFORD-HULL's topic in Gliders and Gliding - General Discussion
Thank you. Last time I asked about another model identification I was flooded with replies. Here's hoping? Gary -
Hi I have recently acquired a glider and would like to know a bit about it. Can anyone identify the maker and model name please? The wingspan is 1.96 metres and the overall fuselage length is approx 1.0 metre. Pictures attached. Many thanks Gary
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Hi, I recently acquired three gliders from an online marketplace. One of the models is a Gentle Lady which requires some work before it will fly. The other two models appear to be well built and in good flyable condition, but I have no idea what they are or any idea of GG or fliying capabilites. I am attaching two pictures of each model in the hope that someone may be able to identify the models for me? The Black Fuselage with Orange wings has a wingspan of approx 77 inches and the elevator is all moving tailplane. The All Red wings and fuselage model has a wingspan of approx 57.5 inches. Both models seem very nose heavy so really could do with knowing the CofG and flying weight. I will be grateful if somone is able to identify them for me? Many thanks
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Alternative TX batteries for Futaba T6X Transmitter
GARY BLANDFORD-HULL replied to GARY BLANDFORD-HULL's topic in Futaba
Thanks everyone for your response. Very much appreciated. I have an 2.4GHz tranny, but I also have a draw full of 35Mhz receivers, so will use on my older models for the time being. Gary -
Hi everyone. Looking for some advice on battery selection for a 35Mhz Futaba T6X Ripmax 50th Special Limited edition Transmitter. I have recently obtained several models and this transmitter but without a TX battery. The user manual lists the TX battery as a 9.6v Ni-Cd battery. I see that Ni-Cd is not so popular these days and most places seem to suggest using a Ni-MH battery. Would an Ni-MH battery be a straight replacement? Do I need a specific Ni-MH mains charger of will my Ni-Cd charger work OK? If I use an Ni-MH battery in the transmitter can I re-charge the battery through the transmitter charging jack? I know these are pretty basic questions but trying to get back into model flying after a break of 25 years away from it and things have obviously moved on. Many thanks, Gary
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Hi, hope someone can help identify this delta wing glider. The model is about 30 years or so old and I acquired it from a deceased friends estate about 20 years or so ago. The wing span of the model is approx 144 cms and measures nose to tail at 62cms. It has elevon servo setup, via two linked servos. I would love to know where the C of G should be, and what the original design weight would have been. I am hoping to get it ready for flying by the autumn as I recall this model flies best in strong winds. I hope the pictures attached will assist in identifying the model? Many thanks for any help, Gary
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Hi everyone, I am about to commence the building of a Cambrian Models ELAN 100, which is in most respects a traditional balsa wood glider. My query is what is the best material to use as a building board for the traditional type of balsa model build bearing in mind the need to insert T pins or similar to hold things in palce while the glue sets etc; Be interested to hear what others use as a building board? Many thanks, Gary
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2.4 GHZ Set Up complete package
GARY BLANDFORD-HULL replied to GARY BLANDFORD-HULL's topic in General Radio Discussion
Many thanks everyone for the info and response's. I have found them very useful, Gary -
2.4 GHZ Set Up complete package
GARY BLANDFORD-HULL replied to GARY BLANDFORD-HULL's topic in General Radio Discussion
Rich Griff, my current setup is a Futaba 6XAs transmitter with a variety of RX's. I have the Instruction manual for the TX. Gary