Re: Cox .010 appreciation thread

[SuperDave]

Kim:

Or in an aviation context, consider Howard Hughes building the so-named "Spruce Goose". Just THINK what was learned from this an other aviation experiements.

Then there is the Wright Brother's first powered flight in 1903.

The "Impossible Dream" CAN become the next reality.

SuperDave

[Kim]

Agreed !

Also, even the "simpler dreams" eventually come true if you're stubborn enough. The great thing about being my age is that I FINALLY realized that my happiness is MY deal, and if I'm attacked or insulted as I pursue the stuff I love, I can simply eject the attacker from my life, rather than even STARTING to justify the junk I love (like I used to do).

I can mess with my little "Toy" engines and airplanes, shoot my rifles, ride my bike or scooter, fly my plane, or whatever else strikes me at the time...and if someone likes it..."Cool"...if not..."Goodbye!"

This would be the message I'd throw at "Young Kim" if I could go back in time...but at least I got a clue before my show was over !

[nitroairplane]

yes, there is an age where you realise to just forget the haters and get on with your stuff.
for me if people dont like what i do they shouldnt be looking at it.

[SuperDave]

Aw, it's time for a goup hug with a chorus of "Kumbaya" thrown in!

SuperDave

[Kim]

Well, I'm not much for same-gender hugging and definitely can't sing, but one of these days have GOT to find out about that song !

[microflitedude]

one of these days have GOT to find out about that song !

You people made me do it.

[Kim]

Thanks microflitedude,

Now all I got to do is hook into some WIFI to watch it! (I run on dial-up here) Another of my Cultural Vacuums filled !

[SuperDave]

Dude:

That's great although it is difficult to understand the words beind sung.

The song is designed to elict a warm and cozy feeling within a group often standing around a campfire. I though it appropriate to the situation being discussed here.

(I've got no problem with same sex "group hugs" unless they elevate to the next level of showing affection)

SuperDave

[Kim]

Oh Yeah,

I got the gist of the song, over the years, but somehow never heard the actual song.

And I guess a general hug isn't bad...just that where I work, I deal with a couple of pseudo politicians who tend to move in way too close during conversations! I've threatened to carry a nice 30" dowel peg to gently coax them out of my "No-Fly Zone"!

A boy just needs his space.........

[Kim]

Oh.... T.D. .010's !!!! Right! Just got me some 35% fuel from Sig. Little screamers LOVE that stuff !!!!!!!!!!

[SuperDave]

[quote="Kim"

"No-Fly Zone"!

[/quote]

Could that be a play on words? I would want someone playing with my fly either.
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Sig 30 nitro? Couldn't imagine a quicker way to self-destruct a perfectly good .010.

SuperDave

[nitroairplane]

[quote="Kim"

"No-Fly Zone"!

Could that be a play on words? I would want someone playing with my fly either.
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Sig 30 nitro? Couldn't imagine a quicker way to self-destruct a perfectly good .010.

SuperDave[/quote]

What do you run yours on I use 25% nitro and 20% castor oil rest methanol.

[SuperDave]

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Sig 30 nitro? Couldn't imagine a quicker way to self-destruct a perfectly good .010.

SuperDave[/quote]

What do you run yours on I use 25% nitro and 20% castor oil rest methanol.[/quote

Since engine longivity is a consideration, Sig 20 works fine for me. For what I paid for my TD .010 recently I expect it to last longer than I do.

SD

[nitroairplane]

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Sig 30 nitro? Couldn't imagine a quicker way to self-destruct a perfectly good .010.

SuperDave

What do you run yours on I use 25% nitro and 20% castor oil rest methanol.[/quote

Since engine longivity is a consideration, Sig 20 works fine for me. For what I paid for my TD .010 recently I expect it to last longer than I do.

SD[/quote]
yes i understand that but over here the prices are far higher i saw a used black and red one sell for £80.

[SuperDave]

To me WORK is just another four-letter obscene word so I have time to search out bargains wherever I may find them. Gives a "bloke" something to do in retirement, eh?

SD

[Kim]

Hope no one tells my .010 that 35% will burn it up ! It's been running on it since the 90's !

[SuperDave]

Kim:

I just believe that 35% is "overkill".

SD

[Kim]

Actually, I'm pretty lucky. Other than the occasional blip, I really enjoy my job of fueling planes and generally being around them.

I took a separation package from my REAL job (factory) back in '03, and thought I'd bum around for at least a year before getting some part-time deal to help my profit sharing along. In a couple of weeks, I was bouncing off the walls...didn't feel like messing with my planes or the other stuff I love. Got a part-time time fueling planes...ended up going full time and am having a blast...not to mention the supplement to my toy purchases.

Just got to deal with bloated egos once in a while, and even that can be fun !

[Kim]

Well, could be...I just figured the little guys needed it, and almost always ran it pretty rich when flying it on the Blunderbus.

I don't do competition, so they mostly have an easy life.

[SuperDave]

Well, could be...I just figured the little guys needed it, and almost always ran it pretty rich when flying it on the Blunderbus.

I don't do competition, so they mostly have an easy life.

And the same with me. No stress for anything or anyone. Why crowd the "envelope"?

SD

[RknRusty]

I love the avie, Kim. Do you have a full size picture of it?
My lone remaining plastic Cox is a PT-19.

[warrenlead]

I have a kit for a Larry Scarinzi "Queen Bee", which is a little bipe designed for a Pee Wee .020 but apparently is just as good with a Tee Dee .010 on 10' lines. I have been meaning to build it but haven't got around to it yet. Anyone seen one?

I just added some plans and pics to the Gallery... >>here<<

[nitroairplane]

I have a kit for a Larry Scarinzi "Queen Bee", which is a little bipe designed for a Pee Wee .020 but apparently is just as good with a Tee Dee .010 on 10' lines. I have been meaning to build it but haven't got around to it yet. Anyone seen one?

I just added some plans and pics to the Gallery... >>here<<

I have CL model called tiny tohm for the tee dee .010 I don't fly it because I can't do CL but o love the baby ringmaster by Pat King.

[Kim]

I love the avie, Kim. Do you have a full size picture of it?
My lone remaining plastic Cox is a PT-19.

Hey! RknRusty

Yes, got several of this plane and will post a couple in my album. A friend of mine is part owner in another PT, and is the mechanic for the group of owners. He's rapidly becoming "Mr. Ranger Engine" for his maintenance and overhaul skills with these old powerplants.

The one in the photo was brought up to our airport by it's owner, so that John could pull the engine for some major work. I've actually had the extreme honor of piloting John's PT from the front seat...It's a big, slow, friendly, airplane !

Kim

[Kim]

I have a kit for a Larry Scarinzi "Queen Bee", which is a little bipe designed for a Pee Wee .020 but apparently is just as good with a Tee Dee .010 on 10' lines. I have been meaning to build it but haven't got around to it yet. Anyone seen one?

I just added some plans and pics to the Gallery... >>here<<

Warren !

I've got parts cut out for one of those ! MAN ! The plans were full-page in one of my old magazines, and intend to finish the little dog..but...I GOT to stay focused...getting so scattered, I won't get anything built. Had no idea that there was a kit for this "Queen Bee".

Kim

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