106-in-YAK55M-v2
Ever wandered through a swap meet and suddenly, there it is, a model you've always wanted? Or, maybe a favored model is due for an update? The right way to equip this model with a new set of servos depends on who you are as a pilot.
Aerotowing, a brief how-to
A fun aspect of the sport of RC modeling is called aerotowing. Just like you tow a broken down car on the side of the road with a strap; with models, a powered model tows an unpowered one (a glider). Once at altitude, release the line and fly!
165-inch Carbon Cub FX-3
Spanning a whopping 165 inches, and going +60 lbs, Hangar 9's 40% CubCrafters Carbon Cub FX-3 is fantastic! But the $64,000 question when outfitting yours is; how best to account for price and performance to make the best servo decision for your needs?
85-inch Extra 300EXP
With an 85 inch span, this XA model is certainly a looker. Usually powered by 50-60cc gasser, or an electric motor on 12S, this class of model is size-wise, about the limit of what can be transported without a trailer. Is one of these right for you?
106-inch Yak-55M
Ever wandered through a swap meet and suddenly, there it is, a model you've always wanted? Or, maybe a favored model is due for an update? We're going to discuss how refurbishing a model means not just new servos, but checking hinges and fuel tubing!
5th scale A6M5 Zero
Initially a carrier borne fighter, the A6M5 iteration of the Zero had a reduced wingspan to increase the roll rate. That, and the folding wing mechanism was gone to lighten the airframe. Details bringing this gorgeous TopRC Model to life include panel lines and rivets.
Quarter scale Cessna 195
Prewar, executive transport featured aircraft powered by radials. Think Waco's ZPF-6, Beechcraft's Staggerwing, and Spartan's Executive 7W. Post war, Cessna's 195 was playing catch up. Unfortunately for them, the game had changed.
On storing fuselages
Over the course of +50 years, an elaborate system for storing models has evolved where inactive ones are hung from ceilings, and active models are stored in the workshop. We'll delve into fuselage storage, plus show what can go wrong and how we made a repair.
Servo leads and extensions
Back when 4.8V servos output 48-120oz-in, building a model requiring servo extensions once involved buying what was offered in the hobby shop. These days, when 8.4V servos output ranges to 1155oz-in there's more to it. Heads up!