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Forum: Kit Building
02-05-2016, 10:52 AM
Replies: 3,645
Views: 708,116
Posted By raptureboy

You can also try callie graphics...

You can also try callie graphics http://www.callie-graphics.com/ She has lots of schemes and will do custom work very resonable. Best life batteries are here www.hangtimes.com Military grade
Forum: Kit Building
12-09-2014, 10:02 AM
Replies: 3,645
Views: 708,116
Posted By raptureboy

Thanks Saramos for a more detailed explanation, I...

Thanks Saramos for a more detailed explanation, I was trying to be a little more direct. The P-47, F6F Hellcat, and the Corsair, as well as 51's and spits all had 4 blade props in order to to harness...
Forum: Kit Building
12-08-2014, 07:43 AM
Replies: 3,645
Views: 708,116
Posted By raptureboy

Realistic yes practical no. Full scale 51's had 4...

Realistic yes practical no. Full scale 51's had 4 blades to handle all that horse power without having to go to a larger diameter blade. Our smaller engines would be overloaded. A 3 blade works...
Forum: Kit Building
11-26-2014, 06:28 AM
Replies: 3,645
Views: 708,116
Posted By raptureboy

Like it or not you are going to have to cut open...

Like it or not you are going to have to cut open the cowl to let heat out so you may as well go with the pitts and cut out the bottom
Forum: Kit Building
07-09-2014, 06:38 AM
Replies: 3,645
Views: 708,116
Posted By raptureboy

Yes, it takes a little modification to fit but...

Yes, it takes a little modification to fit but not much http://www.sierragiant.com/prod30.html
Forum: Kit Building
07-07-2014, 11:21 AM
Replies: 3,645
Views: 708,116
Posted By raptureboy

I can only speak to the ARF version of the P-40...

I can only speak to the ARF version of the P-40 and it has no bad habits. I have heard from others that the kit version in prone to tip stalling if you don't watch out. I had the 615's in my P-40 and...
Forum: Kit Building
07-03-2014, 06:13 PM
Replies: 3,645
Views: 708,116
Posted By raptureboy

I have both the P-40 and the P-51 arfs and they...

I have both the P-40 and the P-51 arfs and they have both taken some pretty hard landings and come out without any real damage. I even cartwheeled the P-40 to the point I broke off the wing bolts and...
Forum: Kit Building
07-03-2014, 11:03 AM
Replies: 3,645
Views: 708,116
Posted By raptureboy

"3- Once I noticed that my ground speed wasn't...

"3- Once I noticed that my ground speed wasn't high enough I should have cut the throttle while on the ground and just let it go into the long grass. I was so close though!" There are old pilots,...
Forum: Kit Building
05-29-2014, 06:40 AM
Replies: 3,645
Views: 708,116
Posted By raptureboy

It sounds like you may have a binding issue with...

It sounds like you may have a binding issue with your robarts, which causes you to have to raise the air pressure up enough to get them started then they suddenly break free and slam. I believe mine...
Forum: Kit Building
01-13-2014, 07:22 AM
Replies: 3,645
Views: 708,116
Posted By raptureboy

The single servo operation for ailerons has been...

The single servo operation for ailerons has been in use for years and there are many of these planes flying just fine with this setup. I changed my snap on ball link to a bolt on version from Dubro...
Forum: Kit Building
12-26-2013, 02:05 PM
Replies: 3,645
Views: 708,116
Posted By raptureboy

10-4 on the DLE's I have 4 o them and they are...

10-4 on the DLE's I have 4 o them and they are absolutly the best. They were made for these 60 size planes. Both my 51 and my 40 have one and they scream. My P-47 is next.
Forum: Kit Building
11-14-2012, 06:48 AM
Replies: 3,645
Views: 708,116
Posted By raptureboy

RE: Top Flite 1/7 P-51 Build

I have a new in box B conversion kit I will sell for $25 shipping included. PM if your interested. It comes with the canopy and all the parts needed to make a D into a B.
Forum: Kit Building
02-22-2012, 06:22 AM
Replies: 3,645
Views: 708,116
Posted By raptureboy

RE: Top Flite 1/7 P-51 Build

You normally setthe stab to the center line of the fuselage, then set the wing to the stab. Have you checked to see if it is the stab that is crooked or the wing instead? Check the stab against the...
Forum: Kit Building
02-02-2012, 08:44 AM
Replies: 3,645
Views: 708,116
Posted By raptureboy

RE: Top Flite 1/7 P-51 Build

Start digging!:D yes it is great to have a home away from home.:D
Forum: Kit Building
12-29-2011, 08:05 AM
Replies: 3,645
Views: 708,116
Posted By raptureboy

RE: Top Flite 1/7 P-51 Build

+1 on that, here is the item http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&W=000213690&I=LXGWE0&P=K The single servo setup for the ailerons is simple and works fine. It saves weight and has been in...
Forum: Kit Building
10-13-2011, 04:41 AM
Replies: 3,645
Views: 708,116
Posted By raptureboy

RE: Top Flite 1/7 P-51 Build

[sm=thumbs_up.gif] good info! I was only looking at it from a weight and scale detail point of veiw. If it ain,t broke.....
Forum: Kit Building
09-28-2011, 05:05 AM
Replies: 3,645
Views: 708,116
Posted By raptureboy

RE: Top Flite 1/7 P-51 Build

There's really no reason to use 2 sevos for the ailerons. The bellcranks have been used for years and are the standard setup for all the TOP Flite warbirds. I use them in my p-47 and they work...
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