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Post by gliderbloke on Jul 10, 2012 11:03:03 GMT 1
G'day.
I was browsing the net for SC related sites, and I stumbled apon this forum. 'seems perfect', I thought to my self. I have a brand new SC DSM, and wanted to know about any tips you folks might have for a complete newbie pilot. Although obsessed with anything that flies, the SC is my first hobby-grade aircraft. I look forward to having a chat with you folks.
Cheers,
Gliderbloke
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Post by dion on Jul 10, 2012 14:03:31 GMT 1
Welcome  I first started out using an RC flight simulator called Clearview ($40 US) It has helped me tremendously. There are some free ones out there though. The thing I really love about the SC is how easily it can be repaired. The foam can be repaired using epoxy, I crashed my SC many times and was able to repair it back to working order each time. Good luck, happy flying! |
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Post by JDMN on Jul 11, 2012 2:59:24 GMT 1
I would strongly suggest you read about the structural reinforcement mods on this site. Especially pay attention to taping your wings, fuselage, wing saddle, etc. These mods will prolong the life of your original parts from multiple crashes.
Lastly, the Cub is very easy to fly when you get the basics mastered.
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Post by gliderbloke on Jul 11, 2012 9:23:09 GMT 1
Thanks for the tips, I only joined to learn!
The flight Sim is a great idea, only problem is I am running a Mac, and most of the cheap sims around only run on Windows.
Also, are all of you folks from the US? Or am I imagining it!
I am constructing a runway in the paddock out of old carpet, placed soft side down. I thought this would create a smoooth, firm, but forgiving surface to learn to land on. Any tips on runways?
Cheers,
Gliderbloke
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Post by flydiver on Jul 11, 2012 17:44:24 GMT 1
Any tips on runways? Gliderbloke It needs to be much larger than you think, especially for landing. We have a cricket pitch on our field and it's about impossible to hit on landing, for me anyway. |
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Post by renard80 on Jul 11, 2012 21:53:22 GMT 1
We have a cricket pitch on our field and it's about impossible to hit on landing, for me anyway. That's because you're not British or Aussie! You folks on that side of the Big Pond should stick to your own games (baseball, American football) and leave the cricket to us! ;D ;D |
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Post by renard80 on Jul 11, 2012 22:11:23 GMT 1
Hi Gliderbloke and welcome. Three pieces of advice I wish I had received before my first disastrous attempts at flying: (1) The support of an experienced flyer is invaluable - try to find one to guide you and provide 'on the job' training. (2) Be gentle on the control sticks, no violent manouevres. Imagine you're driving a car very fast along a straight road: you would use only gentle movements of the steering wheel. Same applies to RC flying until you are very clever. (3) Height is your friend. Get her up high before attempting turns etc., and stay up there until ready to land. This gives you room to recover when things go wrong - the ground is much closer than you think! (BTW, in response to your question, there are a fair few British members on this site, which is actually moderated by a Brit. We are quiet at the moment because we are sulking indoors, scowling at incessant rain and blustery winds during one of the worst 'summers' on record.  ) |
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Post by gliderbloke on Jul 12, 2012 3:43:16 GMT 1
Ah yes, sorry about not noticing you British. Don't feel to rotten, my entire paddock is all soggy, and it is raining! It is bad weather all round. Thanks for the advice. The only experienced flyer I know of is my Dad, and last time I leant him the controls of an RC Glider, he crashed it worse than I could!  Also, I assume I should ditch the ACT, that seems to be the general consensus. Cheers, and lets wait for the good weather! Gliderbloke |
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Post by gliderbloke on Jul 12, 2012 3:44:16 GMT 1
I would strongly suggest you read about the structural reinforcement mods on this site. Especially pay attention to taping your wings, fuselage, wing saddle, etc. These mods will prolong the life of your original parts from multiple crashes. Lastly, the Cub is very easy to fly when you get the basics mastered. Could you post a link to those mods? I think I must be blind |
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Post by JDMN on Jul 12, 2012 23:06:59 GMT 1
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Post by JDMN on Jul 12, 2012 23:24:20 GMT 1
The only flying tip I think worth passing on is small graceful movements of the control sticks like renard80 mentioned. Everything else is learned on the job. Good luck!
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Post by renard80 on Jul 12, 2012 23:48:01 GMT 1
Could you post a link to those mods? I think I must be blind If you haven't already done so, forget the rain outside, grab your favourite drink and watch the excellent YouTube video series by NeCubFlyer. The first one is here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=sa9pXnEG7uw |
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Post by gliderbloke on Jul 17, 2012 6:06:23 GMT 1
Okay, thanks for the links.
I have know coated the wings of my SC with packing tape, and the increase in the resilience of the foam is already noticeable. I have disconnected the ACT (I am hoping this is a good idea!) and have reinforced the rear wing saddle with a piece of old plastic ruler I found in one of my desk drawers. This, I am hoping, will suffice to do the job of the popsicle stick ( I had none available to me.) What glues are the best? Will 'selleys plastic glue' work? I hope so.
All opinions welcome,
Gliderbloke
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