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Forum: Anything RC Picture and Video Gallery 04-13-2015, 10:39 PM
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Views: 7,750
Posted By CG Bob
Re: 2015 Toledo Weak Signals Show

I got there Friday, and got my boat model setup just before the power went out. I was there all three days, mainly hanging out in the Loyalhanna Dockyard booth.
Forum: Anything RC Picture and Video Gallery 04-12-2015, 11:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 7,750
Posted By CG Bob
2015 Toledo Weak Signals Show

I spent this weekend at the Toledo Weak Signals RC Show (http://www.toledoshow.com/). They have one class, Land Vehicle, for cars. trucks, tanks, & construction equipment.

First place went to...
Forum: Anything RC Picture and Video Gallery 01-08-2015, 11:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,915
Posted By CG Bob
Uderwater r/c bulldozer

Just saw this video in another forum, thought I'd post it here.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FRf-zF5udZw#t=16
Forum: General Discussion 05-18-2014, 11:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,414
Posted By CG Bob
Re: "Cheap Control Systems" Any info?

I don't think it is worth the money. Using a wireless game pad, the max range is up to 70 feet. Most of the surface radio systems provide a 300-500 meter (330 - 550 yard) range. The product has no...
Forum: Electronics tech 04-14-2014, 10:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,115
Posted By CG Bob
Re: Can I make a 5ch radio?

The switch that does nothing is actually the wireless trainer switch. It is covered in the instruction manual - page 6 of the online version.



You could ask Hobbico/Tactic to convert the...
Forum: Highway Trucks and Trailers 03-16-2014, 11:55 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,917
Posted By CG Bob
Blue Shark - Knight Hauler

I recently finished my Knight Hauler. I used some electronics I had laying around the shop. Transmitter is a E-flite (Spektrum) LP5DSM from a Blade CX2 helicopter; receiver is a Spektrum AR6100E. A...
Forum: Electronics tech 03-16-2014, 11:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,535
Posted By CG Bob
Re: Older Futaba FM 72Mhz radio

The 27 MHz crystals won't work in a 72 or 75 MHz radio. The best bet would be to have the radio retuned and use 75 MHz crystals. Some info from the Futaba website (generally applies to other radio...
Forum: Electronics tech 03-14-2014, 11:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,535
Posted By CG Bob
Re: Older Futaba FM 72Mhz radio

Depending on the age of the radio, Futaba may be able to retune it for 75 MHz crystals.

2.4 GHz isn't for every model. I have 6 working r/c submarines. 1 is on 75 MHz and the other 5 are on 50...
Forum: Electronics tech 01-26-2014, 11:23 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,105
Posted By CG Bob
Re: need help finding a led kit

RC Lights has some sets that could work. Their #5014 (http://www.rc-lights.com/products/RCL5014.html) features head lights, turn signals, and brake lights.
Forum: Electronics tech 12-20-2013, 10:53 PM
Replies: 22
Sticky: servoes
Views: 44,440
Posted By CG Bob
Re: servoes

I just bought a pair of Patriot Hobby (PHU3549) metal gear high torque servos at Hobbytown USA. Specs at 4.8V are: 206.3 oz-in torque and speed of .18 sec/60 degrees. Specs at 6V are: 221.4 oz-in...
Forum: General Discussion 11-28-2013, 10:15 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 16,332
Posted By CG Bob
Re: The Ultimate RC4WD 2013 Christmas Giveaway

I want to be entered in the RC4WD Giveaway.
I would like Item 4, 3, or 2.
Forum: Tanks! 07-05-2013, 11:45 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 20,685
Posted By CG Bob
Re: Our new M41A3

The WILFRED SYKES (http://www.boatnerd.com/pictures/fleet/sykes.htm) is still sailing on the lakes. She had an unloading boom and associated gear installed in 1975.
...
Forum: Corral for the IRONHORSE 06-27-2013, 12:19 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 17,556
Posted By CG Bob
Hi-rail trucks and equipment

Has anyone built any hi-rail trucks or construction gear? I think there is some interesting hi-rail gear out there.

Mitchell Equipment (http://www.mitchell-railgear.com/products.php)
Sterling...
Forum: Metal forming & tools 05-25-2013, 12:20 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,109
Posted By CG Bob
Re: Resistance soldering

I have one of the American Beauty light capacity tweezer-style units (https://www.americanbeautytools.com/site/models/rs/100/features#). It has a 250 Watt variable resistance power unit. I've been...
Forum: Electronics tech 05-23-2013, 01:08 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,943
Posted By CG Bob
Re: Powering lights from the reciver

Yes, it is safe to power LEDs from an open slot on your transmitter; you'll need to install a resistor in the line between the receiver plug and the LEDs. Most LED have a max rating around 3 volts,...
Forum: Sound Systems tech 04-13-2013, 12:13 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 59,722
Posted By CG Bob
Re: Configure Spectrum DX6i with Tamiya MFU

When I go to the shop on Saturday, I'll call the customer and let him know his truck is ready. Hopefully he comes in on Saturday or Sunday to pick up the truck. I didn't go thru all thru all of the...
Forum: Sound Systems tech 04-11-2013, 11:49 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 59,722
Posted By CG Bob
Re: Configure Spectrum DX6i with Tamiya MFU

I was able to finish working on the Scania tonight at the LHS. The owner apparently had some one else do all the electrical work on it, according to our lead car tech. The throttle and fifth wheel...
Forum: Sound Systems tech 04-10-2013, 11:48 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 59,722
Posted By CG Bob
Re: Configure Spectrum DX6i with Tamiya MFU

Lots of good info here. I work part time at the LHS, and am mainly a r/c boat guy. When I went to work yesterday, there was a Scania R620 that a customer brought in for repair. Our r/c car tech...
Forum: General Discussion 03-25-2013, 08:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,097
Posted By CG Bob
Re: Sometimes you need a bigger sled.

Twiggy the waterskiing squirrel (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JXcaFC1vF0Q)
Forum: Military Vehicles. 03-14-2013, 08:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 17,378
Posted By CG Bob
Re: DUKW

Got some new tires (http://store.rc4wd.com/DUKW-19-Military-Offroad-Tires_p_2442.html) and rims (https://store.rc4wd.com/19-Militants-Rear-Wheels-pair_p_1645.html) installed on the DUKW.
Forum: General Discussion 03-11-2013, 07:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,287
Posted By CG Bob
Re: Speed controller

A brushed ESC has two wires connecting it to a brushed motor. A brushless ESC has three wires connecting it to a brushless motor. Generally brushed systems are cheaper; but brushless systems are...
Forum: Body Shop Tech 03-03-2013, 08:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,904
Posted By CG Bob
Re: Cutting styrene?

I use a stainless steel ruler and a X-acto knife with a #11 blade. The trick is to use the back edge of the blade and make several light passes. Snap along the line.

Why the back edge of the...
Forum: General Discussion 03-01-2013, 06:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,249
Posted By CG Bob
Re: Need Leasons about Axle Types

George,

I built the Dean's Marine 1:10th scale DUKW a few years ago. I used Robbe axle kits and made my DUKW full time 6 wheel drive. I originally used some Robart 4" diameter diamond tread...
Forum: Welcome New Members 02-25-2013, 01:12 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,284
Posted By CG Bob
Re: Hello from cold Ohio

I live in Euclid, and work part time at a store in Mentor.
Forum: Welcome New Members 02-24-2013, 08:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,284
Posted By CG Bob
Re: Hello from cold Ohio

I'm about 12 miles east of Cleveland.
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