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  1. AKNick

    91" SkyWing ARS 300 Assembly Thread

    Squeaked in a couple flights before the rain and darkness hit. Timer set to 14min now. Two flights brought both packs down to 60% capacity. I think 30min of flight time before a recharge sounds safe (2x 2550s). Haven’t had to adjust my rates. Plane flies great, might move the batteries aft...
  2. AKNick

    91" SkyWing ARS 300 Assembly Thread

    Thanks!!! I think this plane will suit my flying style well! :yesss:
  3. AKNick

    91" SkyWing ARS 300 Assembly Thread

    Maiden Flight Video!! It was a bit dark and foggy out, but a video none the less!!
  4. AKNick

    110" TIMBER Assembly Thread

    I don’t think the extra leaf will actually add enough weight to see a difference. I have 6oz of lead on the tail....
  5. AKNick

    Spitfire crash after aborted landing approach

    Almost like the real thing. The original Spitfire wasn't fuel injected and it would have a tenancy to sputter and die in negative G's. The ME-109 was injected and used this against the spit in a dog fight.
  6. AKNick

    110" TIMBER Assembly Thread

    There isn’t that much room in the motor box. I’d just mount it aft. 5” CG is good, but a little further back would be better I think. I’ve run the cooling spinners on 60” planes. Don’t think they are really worth it unless you live in a place that gets over 80F a lot. Every bit of cooling...
  7. AKNick

    IMAC Scratch build Laser 200

    Thank You! Are you using NiChrome wire as well? Tony is using 22gauge 0.025", I check my bow and it's the same currently. Just ordered some... it's about $8 for 100ft. Do you have a part number on your variac that I can use to look for one? I like that you have adjust the transformer output.
  8. AKNick

    110" TIMBER Assembly Thread

    5” is perfect, I moved my CG aft to get to 5”.
  9. AKNick

    91" SkyWing ARS 300 Assembly Thread

    Thanks a bunch!!!
  10. AKNick

    The 'What did you do in your workshop tonight?' thread

    Dang!!! That's not a cheap printer either! Sweet little perk there!
  11. AKNick

    91" SkyWing ARS 300 Assembly Thread

    Maiden Complete!!!!!!!!!!! I've been waiting impatiently for some decent weather. I was able to sneak in a couple flights before the fog was getting a little risky with my plane. Bottom line is I am VERY pleased! Took some cat cam footage, so hopefully I can edit it in a reasonable amount of...
  12. AKNick

    The 'What did you do in your workshop tonight?' thread

    Did you finally get a printer? I remember you talking about getting a Ender 3? If you see something you like that I'm doing I can send you the file.
  13. AKNick

    The 'What did you do in your workshop tonight?' thread

    Take care buddy, It's good that your taking the time to look after yourself! Looking forward to seeing you back online with us! Thanks for the update!
  14. AKNick

    IMAC Scratch build Laser 200

    Thanks! Interesting. I see there are quite a few options. 12-15V with wattage being the largest difference. What should I be looking for in Wattage. Seems like 300w is commonly used for lights, but they go from about 10-900w from what I can find. Also, what size NiChrome or equivalent wire size...
  15. AKNick

    110" TIMBER Assembly Thread

    PR Bushwheels' owner had passed away maybe a year ago now. His son may restart the business. I had got mine used in December, always wanted a set for a future bushplane, jumped on the opportunity, and six moths later this plane came out. :big-grin: 8" AirTops are the closest a guy can get here...
  16. AKNick

    110" TIMBER Assembly Thread

    You'll have to look back in this thread with my pics, I'm sure it's the same kindof thing.
  17. AKNick

    110" TIMBER Assembly Thread

    EEK! The light ply seems cheap to me. Whomever put these together needs to go back to fitting and glueing 101 school.
  18. AKNick

    IMAC Scratch build Laser 200

    I cant remember if you've talked about your hot wire setup or not? I have a 3.5ft hot wire I acquired from a friend that passed away and all it has is two alligator clips and a ground. No idea what power source to use. I've been following your build here and I don't recall you talking abut the...
  19. AKNick

    110" TIMBER Assembly Thread

    Some Spectrum setups do not like Savox servos for some reason, something to do with the signal... and also they didn't like powersafe receivers. If there is a will there is a way! The front end is a little bulky and heavy if you have the large gear installed, which makes handling a bit trickier.
  20. AKNick

    110" TIMBER Assembly Thread

    What radio are you running? Savox have always treated me well with my Futaba gear. HiTec makes a good servo. F150 Ext Cab short bed (6.5ft) The wings fit in the back seat no problem, and the plane sits with room in the bed. Keep in mind the horizontal tail surfaces can be removed. I always...
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