Tentpeg

Hi, you are making very fast progress! I am encouraged to start one of these, but am puzzled by a couple of things. It appears that the rudder servo is permanently built in to the fuz with no access. Do you think it possible to fit it low down in the main central bay and a throttle servo in the forward bay alongside a fuel tank? Also, can I ask what you will use for the main rotor bearing? This is another sticking point for me at the moment. If I can solve that problem, I can get started.. Keep up the good work! It's looking very smart so far. Regards, Tentpeg.

I can recommend one book 'Winged Victory' by V.M.Yeates. He actually flew the machines, Sopwith Camels included and the book gives you a real insight as to what it was really like in the early days of combat flying. Apparently the pilots from WW2 would pay up to one months' wages for a copy of this book as they found it so inspirational. Regards, Tentpeg. 

1. Mosquito. 2. Stuka. 3. Hurricane. 

Doesn't really matter what the correct terminology is, the simple fact remains that I still have four OS type RE plugs and they are suitable for an O.S Wankel engine. Anyone want them? Tentpeg. 

Radial?

I didn't realise that anyone else, other than OS, made a rotary engine for models. Tentpeg. 

Hi Eric, Doesn't work for Malcolm Fisher as he has no email address or contact details listed, so I guess he may see it here, if at all? If I don't hear anything in a week, I'll probably stick them on eBay with some other bits and pieces that I have. Thanks for the suggestion. Regards, Tentpeg.

Hi there Eric Bray, Thanks for the info on Malcolm Fisher. I've found his profile, but don't know how to actually contact him?? I can't seem to find any direct post from him where you suggest. Any ideas? Regards, Tentpeg.

OK Richard, Many thanks for your advice, I'll probably do that. Regards, Tentpeg.

Somebody was having a clear out recently and threw some OS Glow Plugs Type RE in my diection. The information on the pack says that these are specifically for the OS Wankel engines. I have about five of them so does anyone know if they are useable in any other type of  two or four stroke engines or should I just chuck 'em away? Regards, Tentpeg. 

I'm wondering if IC is fading out as you say. To give an example, the club I belong to has about 150 members, of which, only one  person flies exclusively electric. There are a few electric assisted gliders, but only one with nothing other than electric. I'm beggining to wonder if we might all becoming victims of a lot of commercial hype, just to keep up peoples interest in the hobby???? It would be very interesting to know. Maybe it would be possible to get some idea through the BMFA? Regards, Tentpeg. 

Just out of interest Ernie, what size is the DH1a??? Happy New Year, Tentpeg. 

If it's a glow engine stick with the glow valve. Regards, Tentpeg. 

I can't quite visualise your problem from the picture, but would suggest that you use a three line system rather that repeatedly disconnecting from the carb as this can lead to small holes and air leaks in the line eventually. If this happens, you will never get the engine running properly and end up tearing out all of your hair in frustration. With a three line system, the main one (obviously from the main feed on the clunk in your tank) is connected to the carb and you don't disconnect it. You then connect one of the overflow or breather pipes to the exhaust for some pressure back into the tank. The other breather pipe is bunged up with a small screw and this is the one that you use to fill the tank. It is easy to see when the tank is full when the fuel comes up the line into the exhaust. I hope this helps. There is a very useful, step by step guide on how to set up an engine for reliable running written by one of the experts (Steve Dorling) if you are interested. Regards and best wishes for the New Year, Tentpeg. 

I just received a reply from your link and now have the details of the Speedy Bee and Stagger Bee (Bipe version)  , so many thanks once again. Tentpeg.