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    Simon, that's identical to the Clarke I referred to...
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    I was bought a Clarke/Machine Mart drill as a present. The quill wobbles at full extension, so a precision machine it is not. Buy, by all means, but insist that you examine it out of the box and give the quill a good shake before you buy (there is no scope for adjustment). If the display model is OK, then insist they give you that!
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    I can see I've been quite restrained over nearly 50 years of (RC) modelling! McGregor Digimac 1+1 McGregor Digimac IV Fleet XP/FM 7 channel JR 388 (x2) Futaba CAP9 Apart from the mislaid 1+1, I still have them all, in working order, with FrSky modules in the Futaba and one of the 388s. Must try harder...
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    Posted by Bob Burton on 05/04/2018 07:53:30: Posted by Tom Sharp 2 on 05/04/2018 01:06:50: Lesson; do not put your phone number or address on the model in case property damage should occur. Are you saying that we should not take responsibility for damage caused by our models ? Not at all. Just exercising your right to remain silent...
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    The only problem with 35 now is Clubs themselves; many have banned it because it's an 'easy out' as far as frequency control is concerned.
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    @Andy G - #metoo. (it is a nicely machined bit of bling though...)
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    I use "shared" alloy tube exits on my Junior 60, but with 20lb. nylon-coated trace. It dates from the late '90's and is still on 35meg. Never had a noise problem (touch wood...)
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    LOL! Great minds: ... or should that be 'fools seldom differ'? (Excuse the 'lived in ' look - and best of luck with the maiden )
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    Bit like rocking horse poo these days. I bought a 16k (+6 models) version from Hansen Hobbies: **LINK** Only £13 delivered
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    What is it with all these 'binners'? Binners learn nothing. If the servo is not flight-worthy, then take it apart and see if you can fix it. If you can't then strip it for bearings screws and gears. Then bin it...
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    Lots of fascinating metal spinning vids on YouTube
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    Can't believe I've missed this thread until now. My first 'proper' RC model was a Trueline Executive Custom (when I mention this to Clubmates they look at me blankly) with a Merco 35. That was back in November '74. Kit, engine and McGregor digimac 4 radio cost me about 140 quid! (My third months wages - 1st to Mam, 2nd on a Sansui cassette deck!)
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    You could just alter the bottom line of the 'canopy' so that it curves gracefully around the switch. The full size Salto's canopy does something like this. I didn't bother with a canopy on mine (or the Ph 6), so you just see the pure lines of the fus.
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    I've not used these people, but they seem to have a huge selection! Topp Rippin (Germany):  **LINK** Edited By Mike T on 27/03/2018 20:05:02
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    Your step looks to be vertically under the 'kink' in the lower fus., which is where mine is. Compare and contrast: Tried and tested...   PS - works superbly on snow too! Edited By Mike T on 17/03/2018 17:28:41
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    Contra Piston

    Mike T replied to Erfolg's topic in Chit-chat

    Off the top of my head (and a long shot): Try "gaviscool" an ebay seller who does reproduction piston rings for all sorts of engines. He may be able to do you a contra-piston at reasonable cost. **LINK** Edited By Mike T on 16/03/2018 13:18:40
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    Just to clarify (a bit!) the import duty scenario: If the total value of your purchase is £18 (equivalent) or less, then you pay not VAT, no duty. Over £18 and up to £135, you pay the VAT, plus whatever handling fee your shipper charges for processing the payment (their fee for collecting tax on behalf of HMG). If your purchase is over £135, then you pay duty, plus VAT on top of the duty-inclusive cost, plus the fee. However, you only pay duty if the duty is more than £9. You would need to look up the duty rates, dependent on type of goods and country of origin, but the stuff we usually buy as modellers e.g. from China is usually rated at 2%, so your order (inc delivery) would have to be the equivalent of £450 before duty kicked in. HTH. E&OE... PS - You can't always choose, but if your delivery options include DHL - avoid! Edited By Mike T on 15/03/2018 11:34:55 Edited By Mike T on 15/03/2018 11:35:47
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    NI only at the moment...
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    http://www.modelflying.co.uk/forums/postings.asp?th=103785 Edited By Mike T on 12/03/2018 16:29:45
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    Posted by kc on 27/02/2018 14:29:14: I reckon all this discussion has confused the budding designers! If that means we will be spared their efforts and the world will be a safer place, surely that's a "good thing"? Those who've taken the trouble to read and digest will certainly be better informed. My thanks to John and David for their scholarly contributions
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    Lidl Sander

    Mike T replied to Andy48's topic in Hints and Tips

    Yep - bought one the last time they came around. Solidly built - 'does what it says on the tin'. Table is removable and a bench clamp supplied. They also have a pillar drill for £60 which looks attractive, but I'd want to get it out of the box to check whether the quill wobbles when fully lowered
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    It's Svetlana!       Edited By Mike T on 25/01/2018 16:57:45
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