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Forum: RC Jets
07-03-2023, 02:14 PM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 738,402
Posted By k8svrick

I’m using a Pulse 3S LiPo. I think it’s 3000 mah....

I’m using a Pulse 3S LiPo. I think it’s 3000 mah. That’s on the turbine control unit. I use a 7.4V Duralite lithium ion 2S2P pack for my Spektrum 10100T receiver. No regulator. I stopped using...
Forum: RC Jets
08-17-2020, 03:36 AM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 738,402
Posted By k8svrick

We here in the US are limited to 200 mph (322...

We here in the US are limited to 200 mph (322 kph). I don’t know if the Xcalibur can do even do that. I’m new to jets but have built and now fly this one. The only thing the manual addresses is DO...
Forum: RC Jets
07-31-2020, 07:26 PM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 738,402
Posted By k8svrick

Hi guys, Just a note to let my fellow...

Hi guys,

Just a note to let my fellow Xcalibur pilots my instructor and I flew together again this week (today). I worked a lot on landing approaches and go arounds. That eventually worked into...
Forum: RC Jets
07-29-2020, 01:46 AM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 738,402
Posted By k8svrick

Carlos, the flight modes are set up on the flap...

Carlos, the flight modes are set up on the flap switch and i mixed the trims for each so I don’t have to deal with an out of trim condition when I drop the flaps. That’s a real work saver. Have a...
Forum: RC Jets
07-28-2020, 01:19 PM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 738,402
Posted By k8svrick

Technical note on the operation of the Jet...

Technical note on the operation of the Jet Tronics proportional brake valve.

I use down elevator to apply the brakes after landing if needed. Here at my field we have 1000 feet of manicured grass...
Forum: RC Jets
07-27-2020, 01:28 PM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 738,402
Posted By k8svrick

By the way Dave, thanks for your replies to all...

By the way Dave, thanks for your replies to all my newbie questions throughout this build. It’s much appreciated.
Forum: RC Jets
07-27-2020, 12:59 PM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 738,402
Posted By k8svrick

I love the smell of jet exhaust and kerosene in...

I love the smell of jet exhaust and kerosene in the morning! 😆
Forum: RC Jets
07-27-2020, 12:23 PM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 738,402
Posted By k8svrick

I made the first flights with my Xcalibur today,...

I made the first flights with my Xcalibur today, July 27. Actually made four flights with my instructor pilot. He made the first one and trimmed it for normal flight, then take off flaps and finally...
Forum: RC Jets
07-24-2020, 03:16 AM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 738,402
Posted By k8svrick

Thanks Carlos. I don’t have a blast deflector -...

Thanks Carlos. I don’t have a blast deflector - yet. Lots of kit to pack for the field. I posted my pipe a few posts back. Single wall hot water heater duct. Used it the other day. Is that pipe...
Forum: RC Jets
07-23-2020, 01:06 PM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 738,402
Posted By k8svrick

Carlos, I assume you have a hot start pipe.

Carlos, I assume you have a hot start pipe.
Forum: RC Jets
07-23-2020, 03:19 AM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 738,402
Posted By k8svrick

I use a ACEX (Swiwin) 80. I ran my engine...

I use a ACEX (Swiwin) 80. I ran my engine yesterday for the first time since October. I did not get a successful start on the first attempt. I went through the “learn RC” setup as I did the first...
Forum: RC Jets
07-21-2020, 02:14 AM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 738,402
Posted By k8svrick

It’s a long drive from Sacramento! 😂 Kidding...

It’s a long drive from Sacramento! 😂 Kidding aside, I’m fine with it. I’ve been building and flying planes for some time.
Forum: RC Jets
07-20-2020, 05:42 PM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 738,402
Posted By k8svrick

Carlos, nice pics. Thanks for posting. Small jets...

Carlos, nice pics. Thanks for posting. Small jets apparently are challenging to install the radio and support systems. Seems to be an advantage of larger jets but also comes larger price tag.
Forum: RC Jets
07-20-2020, 02:57 PM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 738,402
Posted By k8svrick

I returned to the shop and checked one more time...

I returned to the shop and checked one more time by pinching the tail booms at 160mm, still with the fuel in it. Perfect. I’m happy. Just can’t hold the dang thing suspended very long. 😂
Forum: RC Jets
07-20-2020, 02:44 PM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 738,402
Posted By k8svrick

My hot start pipe. Home built as most of these...

My hot start pipe. Home built as most of these appear to be.
...
Forum: RC Jets
07-20-2020, 01:22 PM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 738,402
Posted By k8svrick

I had 1/4 tank of fuel on board with 4 ounces in...

I had 1/4 tank of fuel on board with 4 ounces in the UAT. The UAT is forward of the main tank adjacent to the nose wheel well. The balance point was measured at 160mm from the root of the wing...
Forum: RC Jets
07-20-2020, 12:09 PM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 738,402
Posted By k8svrick

Dave, don’t know what to say about that. I’ve...

Dave, don’t know what to say about that. I’ve measured multiple times and had to add weight otherwise the nose would not come off the floor. Now it’s set up to balance as near perfect as I can get it.
Forum: RC Jets
07-19-2020, 05:35 PM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 738,402
Posted By k8svrick

I never considered that. I have a new problem....

I never considered that. I have a new problem. Put the plane back together after attaching the weight. Now the nose wheel won’t even come off the floor! The only thing that could have happened is...
Forum: RC Jets
07-19-2020, 01:02 PM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 738,402
Posted By k8svrick

Today was a productive one as I near completion...

Today was a productive one as I near completion of a list of squawks. Batteries have been moved back in the nose section as far as possible. Doing so required fabrication of a couple “back stops” and...
Forum: RC Jets
07-17-2020, 06:39 PM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 738,402
Posted By k8svrick

Carlos, missed your reply earlier on this. I have...

Carlos, missed your reply earlier on this. I have an F-16 propjet powered with a Jett 90 (Dub Jett) It’s a Cermark product and no longer built as far as I know. The CG spec was WAY OFF, a major typo....
Forum: RC Jets
07-17-2020, 05:58 PM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 738,402
Posted By k8svrick

Dave, the Duralite are LiIon and much lighter...

Dave, the Duralite are LiIon and much lighter than same capacity LiPo cells. The ECU battery was selected as LiPo because LIIon would not meet voltage requirements and I didn’t want to try out LFe on...
Forum: RC Jets
07-17-2020, 12:42 PM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 738,402
Posted By k8svrick

No problem. I bought the plane, engine and...

No problem. I bought the plane, engine and landing gear from Mike at Global Jet Club last May. This project has been a long time coming. That engine was $1645 USD as I recall.

I have an expert...
Forum: RC Jets
07-17-2020, 12:31 PM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 738,402
Posted By k8svrick

I’m using the ACEX 80, known also as CRX or...

I’m using the ACEX 80, known also as CRX or Swiwin.
Forum: RC Jets
07-17-2020, 12:27 PM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 738,402
Posted By k8svrick

Carlos, just a bit more explanation... if the...

Carlos, just a bit more explanation...
if the aircraft is well balanced with landing fuel, we don’t have to worry about it becoming tail heavy. That’s how I’m understanding it based on a PM I had...
Forum: RC Jets
07-17-2020, 12:24 PM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 738,402
Posted By k8svrick

If I move the CG back, then I’m creating the need...

If I move the CG back, then I’m creating the need for even more weight. I’m going to see how much I can move the batteries in the nose. They are not full forward but can go back a bit. May not get...
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