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Forum: RC Jets
11-08-2018, 12:58 PM
Replies: 207
Views: 54,303
Posted By Hot Rod Todd

I was having thrust issues. Actual thrust with a...

I was having thrust issues. Actual thrust with a scale measured only 25 lbs on an 82 degree day. (Cheetah SE rated at 36 lbs). I had some issues with my turbine control module. Got that fixed. ...
Forum: RC Jets
06-29-2018, 04:20 AM
Replies: 207
Views: 54,303
Posted By Hot Rod Todd

I'm having some issues. The 2nd flight was...

I'm having some issues. The 2nd flight was difficult because I almost didn't get off the ground. Our runway is 500ft long Petromat, and when it's soft underneath there's a lot of drag. That...
Forum: RC Jets
06-08-2018, 09:20 AM
Replies: 207
Views: 54,303
Posted By Hot Rod Todd

Thanks for the brake info. I may have to find...

Thanks for the brake info. I may have to find some parts at some point. The fiber disks that come with the brakes are quite thin. Besides adding the washer I had to make a carbon fiber spacer to...
Forum: RC Jets
06-07-2018, 10:53 AM
Replies: 207
Views: 54,303
Posted By Hot Rod Todd

I'll try some up canard mixed in with the gear,...

I'll try some up canard mixed in with the gear, it should help the lift off a bit.

I checked out the brakes. As usual, I should have been inspecting them ahead of time. They're not the typical...
Forum: RC Jets
06-06-2018, 07:16 AM
Replies: 207
Views: 54,303
Posted By Hot Rod Todd

I don't think it'd like the weight of a Rhino....

I don't think it'd like the weight of a Rhino. Once I get it sorted the Cheetah might be fine, I'm a bit challenged in runway length, but for most it could be Ok I'm sure.

I'm not sure that the...
Forum: RC Jets
06-06-2018, 06:38 AM
Replies: 207
Views: 54,303
Posted By Hot Rod Todd

Maiden Report

So I finally got the Typhoon out for the maiden flight. I have a few things to work on, but it went well. I will have a video to add later.

For the maiden I thought I'd help it out a bit by taking...
Forum: RC Jets
05-21-2018, 05:28 AM
Replies: 207
Views: 54,303
Posted By Hot Rod Todd

I got the new Y-pipe in the mail and installed...

I got the new Y-pipe in the mail and installed it. The quality looked better than the original. The fit was not perfect, but I got it in and it seems to work Ok. I took it to the field to do some...
Forum: RC Jets
05-14-2018, 04:36 AM
Replies: 207
Views: 54,303
Posted By Hot Rod Todd

Still waiting for the Y-pipe. I was told it may...

Still waiting for the Y-pipe. I was told it may have been shipped, but I haven't seen a tracking number yet. I'll provide a post with details and a video of the maiden when it happens.
Forum: RC Jets
04-30-2018, 05:53 AM
Replies: 207
Views: 54,303
Posted By Hot Rod Todd

Still waiting for the Y-pipe. Once I get it I'll...

Still waiting for the Y-pipe. Once I get it I'll be ready to go soon. Here's a couple photos in the basement.
...
Forum: RC Jets
04-20-2018, 05:28 PM
Replies: 207
Views: 54,303
Posted By Hot Rod Todd

A friend has a 3D printer, so I had him help me...

A friend has a 3D printer, so I had him help me make a set of Eurofighter wheel covers. They fit the wheels really well, and with a little bit of tweaking and adjustment they look the part. I put...
Forum: RC Jets
04-17-2018, 06:49 AM
Replies: 207
Views: 54,303
Posted By Hot Rod Todd

You get a decal paper that you print the graphics...

You get a decal paper that you print the graphics onto. You could print it at home on regular paper using your inkjet, then take it to get it copied onto the decal paper. Most places can take your...
Forum: RC Jets
04-17-2018, 06:14 AM
Replies: 207
Views: 54,303
Posted By Hot Rod Todd

It has to be a laser printer or a Xerox machine...

It has to be a laser printer or a Xerox machine (photo copier that uses toner). You could go to a local print place like Copyworks and get it done. Inkjet printer will not work.
Forum: RC Jets
04-17-2018, 04:58 AM
Replies: 207
Views: 54,303
Posted By Hot Rod Todd

The scheme as it arrived was nice, but there were...

The scheme as it arrived was nice, but there were a couple things I wanted to change. The green color on the graphics should be brighter, more of a Lime green than Italian green. I spent the time...
Forum: RC Jets
04-17-2018, 04:43 AM
Replies: 207
Views: 54,303
Posted By Hot Rod Todd

While I'm waiting for the new Y-pipe I'm spending...

While I'm waiting for the new Y-pipe I'm spending time detailing the Eurofighter. As mentioned, I am changing out all of the stock nomenclature for more accurate versions that also look better than...
Forum: RC Jets
04-13-2018, 07:24 AM
Replies: 207
Views: 54,303
Posted By Hot Rod Todd

750 ft. Must be nice. I'll be landing on a...

750 ft. Must be nice. I'll be landing on a 500ft. petro mat runway. (152 meters). Petro mat has much more drag than pavement for landing. That drag doesn't help on take-off though, I'll hold...
Forum: RC Jets
04-12-2018, 07:46 AM
Replies: 207
Views: 54,303
Posted By Hot Rod Todd

Thanks for the input Gunradd. I figure the wing...

Thanks for the input Gunradd. I figure the wing area is about 1500 sq. in, which would explain why it flies fine even if it's over 34lbs. The extra drag of the tanks can be a good thing. I'm used...
Forum: RC Jets
04-12-2018, 05:23 AM
Replies: 207
Views: 54,303
Posted By Hot Rod Todd

While I'm waiting for my Y-pipe I'll start the...

While I'm waiting for my Y-pipe I'll start the detailing. I have a system that allows me to make dry transfer graphics called Decal Pro FX. It takes a bit of work, but the end result is excellent. ...
Forum: RC Jets
04-12-2018, 05:10 AM
Replies: 207
Views: 54,303
Posted By Hot Rod Todd

Yes, with the batteries at that location and the...

Yes, with the batteries at that location and the missiles and tanks attached I think I'll be at the recommended CG.

I won't use any flight modes. I won't even use a Gyro initially. The wing...
Forum: RC Jets
04-12-2018, 04:58 AM
Replies: 207
Views: 54,303
Posted By Hot Rod Todd

Going into mounting the tanks and missiles on the...

Going into mounting the tanks and missiles on the wing I was wondering if there would be a good way to make it secure and reliable. The flat screws provided in the kit are used for the mounting (not...
Forum: RC Jets
04-12-2018, 04:42 AM
Replies: 207
Views: 54,303
Posted By Hot Rod Todd

I built a battery try to hold the turbine and...

I built a battery try to hold the turbine and lighting batteries. It't fairly close to the turbine, but I don't expect to have heat issues. If it seems that they are getting hotter than they should...
Forum: RC Jets
04-11-2018, 04:56 AM
Replies: 207
Views: 54,303
Posted By Hot Rod Todd

Yes, I've seen that manual for the lighting...

Yes, I've seen that manual for the lighting controller. It doesn't help much. The controller is not the greatest, and unless the feedback of power is handled I won't plug it into my Receiver. ...
Forum: RC Jets
04-09-2018, 05:30 AM
Replies: 207
Views: 54,303
Posted By Hot Rod Todd

So I finally got it together enough to check the...

So I finally got it together enough to check the CG and weight. I don't have my new y-pipe yet, but I used the old one to test the weight. It's quite nose heavy as it sits, so I have to move the...
Forum: RC Jets
04-09-2018, 05:11 AM
Replies: 207
Views: 54,303
Posted By Hot Rod Todd

I finally got everything in place and can do some...

I finally got everything in place and can do some testing. I made a cable that goes on the magnetic access door. I plan on setting my turbine display onto the door when starting, and I didn't want...
Forum: RC Jets
04-09-2018, 05:07 AM
Replies: 207
Views: 54,303
Posted By Hot Rod Todd

While the glue was drying on the canopy guides I...

While the glue was drying on the canopy guides I did a bit of work on my Cockpit. I added some scale detail on the dash cover (area right under the front canopy). The seat belts went on nicely and...
Forum: RC Jets
04-09-2018, 05:02 AM
Replies: 207
Views: 54,303
Posted By Hot Rod Todd

Got some more work done on the canopy and the air...

Got some more work done on the canopy and the air system that operates it. Even with the strengthened hinge, the canopy could still drop down cocked enough that the locking pins would not engage. I...
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