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Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
02-14-2018, 11:29 AM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 638,210
Posted By youngguy

100 flights and absolutely no issues with Robarts...

100 flights and absolutely no issues with Robarts air retracts to this point. I never take the wing off and the system holds air pressure for weeks between flying sessions.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-03-2017, 06:20 AM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 638,210
Posted By youngguy

Makes sense. I've never been concerned about the...

Makes sense. I've never been concerned about the engine on mine and had I been, I'd likely follow your method or change the engine.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-02-2017, 06:48 AM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 638,210
Posted By youngguy

Your expreince is quite different from mine. I...

Your expreince is quite different from mine. I find the Corsair a real ***** cat on landing and have made slow landings dragging it on touch down with the nose up and a bit of power. Wondering where...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
05-24-2017, 06:38 AM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 638,210
Posted By youngguy

Here is mine in flight taken a few days ago....

Here is mine in flight taken a few days ago. Almost 70 flights, DA 50, Savox servos, one on flaps, one on elevator. Robart air retracts, wieght unknown but it is a heavy lift getting it in and out of...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
01-22-2017, 01:32 PM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 638,210
Posted By youngguy

Have a look at these from hobby king ...

Have a look at these from hobby king
https://hobbyking.com/en_us/hatch-type-hinge-5pcs.html
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
09-26-2016, 04:21 PM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 638,210
Posted By youngguy

For what it's worth, 50 flights with Robarts air...

For what it's worth, 50 flights with Robarts air retracts and no gear issues with my Hanger 9 Corsair. This warbirds lands so easily and lightly that I can't see how the main gear can be damaged...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
02-28-2016, 01:36 PM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 638,210
Posted By youngguy

Just don't pull the elevator abruptly when...

Just don't pull the elevator abruptly when flaring the airplane. Just feather the elevator and you'll grease it every time. With the CG back the elevater canbe quite active (sensitive) but the model...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
02-28-2016, 08:19 AM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 638,210
Posted By youngguy

Mine is on the rear recommendation and maybe even...

Mine is on the rear recommendation and maybe even a little further back. Landings are easy and effortless using full flap and a touch of throttle until just before the wheels contact. In my opinion,...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
02-04-2016, 07:41 AM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 638,210
Posted By youngguy

+1 I have substituted a BVM high volume valve...

+1
I have substituted a BVM high volume valve instead of the Robarts valve. It holds air pressure for over two weeks and will still cycle the gear. The big advantage with electric gear is the...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
01-30-2016, 09:06 AM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 638,210
Posted By youngguy

The Corsair will definitely require some TLC to...

The Corsair will definitely require some TLC to keep it flying not unlike a lot of scale models that I have flown in past. There are some areas that require continual checking like the 4-40 cowl...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
01-29-2016, 10:05 PM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 638,210
Posted By youngguy

Haven't flowen mine recently. It's winter here....

Haven't flowen mine recently. It's winter here. But I agree that this is a very enjoyable and relaxing warbird to fly but it does take a few flights to work out the kinks. If anyone is considering...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
11-14-2015, 10:11 PM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 638,210
Posted By youngguy

I am using the 150's with Robart wheels. I...

I am using the 150's with Robart wheels. I orignally purchased them for the TF P-40 which met an untimely end. They work just fine. I don't know anything about the Hanger 9 gear.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
11-12-2015, 09:55 PM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 638,210
Posted By youngguy

Balanced with the gear down and I am using the...

Balanced with the gear down and I am using the recommended flap settings. They seem to be right for this model if you keep some power on until just prior to touch down. I am always suprised at how...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
11-12-2015, 01:16 PM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 638,210
Posted By youngguy

I guess the only way one could measure strain...

I guess the only way one could measure strain would be to some how get a amp reading while in flight and putting down the flaps for a landing. with the existing set up, the amp draw is less than .5...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
11-12-2015, 11:25 AM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 638,210
Posted By youngguy

Here is a photo of the single Savox 1270TG used...

Here is a photo of the single Savox 1270TG used for the flaps on my Corsair. Push rods are made up from steel welding rod that I thread myself. Seems to be working very well but is a little more...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
11-11-2015, 08:06 AM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 638,210
Posted By youngguy

Give me a few days. Need to take it out of...

Give me a few days. Need to take it out of storage and disassemble the model. It's a very simple setup using a single Savox servo and has done well on the 25 flights to this point. Just really get...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
11-10-2015, 08:20 AM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 638,210
Posted By youngguy

25 flights with a single flap servo and no...

25 flights with a single flap servo and no issues. Changed the linkage to two 4-40 rods directly from the servo arm to the flap horns (with ball links at the servo as well). Didn't like the yoke...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
11-03-2015, 12:13 PM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 638,210
Posted By youngguy

For what its worth, I have 25 flights on mine...

For what its worth, I have 25 flights on mine with Robart air operated mains and the Hanger 9 tail wheel. No gear issue at all with the mains. The tail wheel failed after about 5 flights. As...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
10-09-2015, 06:52 AM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 638,210
Posted By youngguy

Don't sweat it. Balance properly and with...

Don't sweat it. Balance properly and with adequate power this is a very good flying warbird with excellent landing characteristics (using recommended flap settings).
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
08-24-2015, 05:21 PM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 638,210
Posted By youngguy

HH? If it is Horizon hobby how is it different? I...

HH? If it is Horizon hobby how is it different? I agree the original leaves something to be desired. Mine failed after 3 flights. Managed to fix with mods and have 11 flights and no further problems...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-30-2015, 06:55 PM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 638,210
Posted By youngguy

A short up date on my Corsair and a caution for...

A short up date on my Corsair and a caution for all those who are in the process of assembling their Kits. After 1/2 dozen flights on mine, the rod on the compression strut on the tail wheel unit...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-11-2015, 06:18 PM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 638,210
Posted By youngguy

DA 50R using a 22x8 Zoar. Does 6800 on the ground...

DA 50R using a 22x8 Zoar. Does 6800 on the ground and really unloads in the air. Seems to be lots of power for this bird. Flew a lot of the flight at 3/4 throttle or less. Plan on trying a 22x10 once...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-11-2015, 06:29 AM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 638,210
Posted By youngguy

Flew my H9 Corsair yesterday after almost a year...

Flew my H9 Corsair yesterday after almost a year waiting for the test flight. Wow, really nice flying warbird. Flew with only up elevator trim required. Easy to land and take off with a good...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
01-19-2015, 07:46 AM
Replies: 2,806
Views: 638,210
Posted By youngguy

Have you looked at the BVM cylinders?

Have you looked at the BVM cylinders?
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