May
07

Onboard glow systems

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Ever thought about running an onboard glow system on your pylon racer? Why? 1: Gets rid of the trailing cable on the start line. 2: Allows you to run a richer setup and keep going, with fully adjustable current control. For more info speak to Barrie Lever or Paul Bardoe . Email Barrie Lever for …

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Dec
03

Shipping models the DC way

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  While looking for ideas on how to get models out to Oz, I came across this solution to the problem from Darrol Cady. My box’s are on their way, Thanks Darrol.  Click here for more info.

Dec
01

Timing Disc

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Timing Disc Make your own self timing degree disc,  using a CD-DVD and a printer    Right click and save picture as, then print.

Nov
26

Tail Plane Construction

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The method I use and many other sport40 flyers use is, two layers of 3/16 Balsa sandwiching a 1/64 ply centre sheet, balsa grain must run span wise with 1″ tips grain running cord ways. The ply ads a great deal of strength to the structure and also gives a nice centre line for sanding, …

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