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Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes

01-09-2012, 11:27 PM

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CARF F4U-1 Corsair build thread

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Posted By JPate147

RE: CARF F4U-1 Corsair build thread

Well done - and I see where the weight savings could be significant. Can you remove any of the wood mounts inside the fuselage without weakening the gear mount ?

Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes

11-20-2011, 02:29 PM

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CARF F4U-1 Corsair build thread

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Posted By JPate147

RE: CARF F4U-1 Corsair build thread

Try using Krylon over Rustoleum. That will give you quite a wrinke effect [8D] Use the second coat just before the first type is dry.

Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes

10-14-2011, 06:51 PM

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CARF F4U-1 Corsair build thread

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Posted By JPate147

RE: CARF F4U-1 Corsair build thread

Gary, I am so sorry for your loss. All of us that own this plane/engine combo will feel your pain. I've been in your shoes enough times to know that nothing but time can make it a little less...

Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes

09-05-2011, 08:11 PM

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CARF F4U-1 Corsair build thread

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Posted By JPate147

RE: CARF F4U-1 Corsair build thread

Very nice Vern - it sounds like your Moki is dialed in perfectly. It may be the camera angle, but it looks like your left main gear needs some toe in. It looks like it is pointing outward. Nice job...

Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes

09-05-2011, 09:29 AM

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CARF F4U-1 Corsair build thread

Views: 899,468

Posted By JPate147

RE: CARF F4U-1 Corsair build thread

Thanks for the kind words. I had full flaps on all the approaches. I know you really don't need full flaps in such a strong crosswind, but I feel more comfortable with the same throttle settings on...

Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes

09-05-2011, 07:43 AM

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CARF F4U-1 Corsair build thread

Views: 899,468

Posted By JPate147

RE: CARF F4U-1 Corsair build thread

I have the plug in version, and it is lighter than your folding wing version, but your advice holds true either way. Simply relax the up elevator and she will stick like glue. I always land on the...

Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes

08-28-2011, 09:29 PM

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CARF F4U-1 Corsair build thread

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Posted By JPate147

RE: CARF F4U-1 Corsair build thread

Hello Guys,

I used to attend the Dayton show, but it was gradually taken over by the 3D guys. They do allot an hour each day for Warbird gaggles, but why not go to the Warbird fly-in in Muncie...

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