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  1. Jwmav528

    2014 3DRCForums 3D Freestyle Competition

    I can pitch the idea to my club if there is any interest in a regional competition in the PA, OH, W.Va tristate area.
  2. Jwmav528

    Redwing RC 76" MXS-R

    My buddy just built one of these and posted a video series of the build to YouTube. His username is prebres. Check him out to compare notes and techniques.
  3. Jwmav528

    AeroBeez 73" (26%) Yak-54 30cc ARF Airplane

    You can fly the wings off with that thing! Brian may get practice with more one wing landings.
  4. Jwmav528

    Building of the 30cc Slick 540 from Redwing RC!!!

    Almost forgot, if you're friends with me on Facebook then I'll be happy to tell you that it does in fact fit in my car with a whole 1.5" to spare. :D
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    Building of the 30cc Slick 540 from Redwing RC!!!

    Here she is! Ready for maiden! There aren't graphics on it yet for two reasons. 1. I promised photos to Redwing on the ground and in the air. 2. I'm superstitious and won't put "the pretty stuff" on until I have a successful maiden. The pretty stuff in this case will be a CF xion prop and...
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    Building of the 30cc Slick 540 from Redwing RC!!!

    Due to the limited size of my shop (basement), I saved the wings for last. I'm sure most of you have installed this type of wing servo in the past so I didn't go into too much detail. Be sure to note the turnbuckle type pushrods to adjust their length.
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    Building of the 30cc Slick 540 from Redwing RC!!!

    The cowling fitted with everything in the engine compartment installed. The choke rod is accessible and everything. I went with a Redwing prop and 3.5" carbon fiber spinner. So far, everything on this plane came from Redwing rc. They are very extensive in their product offerings. Next up...
  8. Jwmav528

    Building of the 30cc Slick 540 from Redwing RC!!!

    You can't see it in the picture but it's there. I cut some from the foam that the engine came packed in and I put three or four layers of it.
  9. Jwmav528

    Building of the 30cc Slick 540 from Redwing RC!!!

    Next up, I installed the fuel system, throttle linkage, and choke rod.
  10. Jwmav528

    Building of the 30cc Slick 540 from Redwing RC!!!

    Sorry for taking so long. I've had some personal issues this week. The good news is this plane is finished so let's catch you guys up. Attached are the pictures of cutting the cowl. I'm a professional chemist and take safety very seriously seeing as I'm trained on handling some dangerous things...
  11. Jwmav528

    Building of the 30cc Slick 540 from Redwing RC!!!

    That was a very nice flight! I can't wait to fly mine!
  12. Jwmav528

    Building of the 30cc Slick 540 from Redwing RC!!!

    Mine will be finished and ready to maiden in the next day or so. Just one problem. I'm supposed to be in Youngstown this weekend. Anyone on here in the north east Ohio area free on Sunday and willing to let me visit their field? Also would said person be willing to film it for me? :o
  13. Jwmav528

    Eflite Beast 60e

    I'll be following this. I love bipes!
  14. Jwmav528

    Building of the 30cc Slick 540 from Redwing RC!!!

    I had a small issue when I went to install the rudder cable that came with the kit. It went together fine but it kept stretching as I was bringing up the tension on it. So much that I could move the rudder independent of the servo. I confirmed this problem with another modeler from my club who...
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    Building of the 30cc Slick 540 from Redwing RC!!!

    Next up, I worked on the landing gear. I had a small misshap when I over tightened the bushing and sheared it. Redwing took care of it and sent me another and I worked on the tail servos while I waited. Tim informed me that the bushing doesn't need to be reel tight as the locknut is pretty...
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    Building of the 30cc Slick 540 from Redwing RC!!!

    I've gotten a lot done since my previous update. In this post, I've pictured my installation of the tail servos. Redwing included some nice carbon fiber arms in the hardware pack that I ended up using. They just bolt to the circle arms that ship with servos. Redwing also included some turnbuckle...
  17. Jwmav528

    Building of the 30cc Slick 540 from Redwing RC!!!

    It's been a few days since I've updated. I've had enough time lately to either build or talk about building so I opted for the former. I took pictures though and I can update tonight once I get home from work. I've gotten a lot done! :D
  18. Jwmav528

    FrSky Taranis 16

    You haaaave been getting tired of Spektrum and you'll still have telemetry with this plus cheap receivers. :D
  19. Jwmav528

    Building of the 30cc Slick 540 from Redwing RC!!!

    Welcome to the forum! Be sure to introduce yourself in the new members forum. Good luck on your maiden! I am slammed with job interviews this week and my anniversary is this weekend so I'll be content with getting the engine into mine. Though I should be maidening it next week hopefully.
  20. Jwmav528

    Redwing RC 76" MXS-R

    She's a beauty. I can't decide if I want one of those or a Yak 55m after I get my Slick to the sweet spot.
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