Donations needed

I understand and agree with you, John.
On the other hand, I like the idea of forum
members ponying-up with prize donations.
Gives it a homey/pot luck dinner feel.
I'd be willing to donate few cool items , as
I'm sure other members would.
Maybe a few more posters could add some input on the subject.
Bob

I PM'd Ron with some ideas on some "smalls" that I could donate. I have 1/2A size custom wheels and bell-cranks (like on my Rare-Bear).. My homemade Cox muffler kit... Stuff like that. Maybe some engine display stands?

Likewise, pm sent to Ron.
Bob

Thanks Guys PM's replied to.

I'm kind of torn, while I agree with John, I do feel that many of us in this hobby have more than we need or could ever use.

That's not a jab at anyone in particular, just an observation. I also include myself in that description! So.....I will be donating some items. Not sure just what yet.

Anyway, maybe we can charge next time, but I would rather these things be kept simple.

Ron

I would be happy to donate something. I'll just have to go through my stuff and see if I have anything anyone would actually want!

Thanks Mike,

Much appreciated.

I have an EX Model engines Black lynx engine NIB I can donate. Couple of yellow safety props to go with it.

2 brand new SureStarts and a lovingly
restored BabeBee to throw on the pile.
Bob

Thanks Guys, things are looking up!

Ron

Thought I would sling this one back to the top.

Good, glad it's a go, Ron.
As promised and more, will go out this week.
Bob

Thanks Bob!

Bump, and the goodies are in the mail Ron.
Bob

What's up for "bragging rights" Ron?

Thanks Bob!

Roddie, bragging rights? You can't brag if you don't enter! I am sure Jim will allow the Rare Bear past the deadline.

All kidding aside Roddie, thank you for your donations. I am sure the recipients will be happy. I want to keep some of those things for myself!!!

Ron

Cribbs74 wrote:Thanks Bob!

Roddie, bragging rights? You can't brag if you don't enter! I am sure Jim will allow the Rare Bear past the deadline.

Ron

Will definitely make an exception for the bear!

Jim

JPvelo wrote:

Cribbs74 wrote:Thanks Bob!

Roddie, bragging rights? You can't brag if you don't enter! I am sure Jim will allow the Rare Bear past the deadline.

Ron

Will definitely make an exception for the bear!

Jim

Geeez.... I just replied (or should I say "wrote a book..") to poor Ron in a PM before reading the above. Ron probably needs therapy now..

In short; The Rare Bear's engine needs attention.. and "life" has been throwing me curve-balls lately. The airplane's been hanging by it's stooge-hook since contest#1..



I neglected to run-in the engine enough before trying to fly it the first time.. I probably should have bench-run the new Tee Dee cylinder/piston set using a stock back-plate.. rather than that KB one... and then later worked out the draw-issues with the hard-tank, which just exacerbated the trouble I had with hard-starting.. and getting the thing to needle.

I'll have to pass.. this time guys. Thank You for extending me the opportunity.. and for your support. I'm working toward getting a fleet of airplanes ready for next season.. and the Rare-Bear will be flown then.. God willing. I'm in serious need of "handle-time".. with a stable airplane too. It's been too long since I've flown, to risk an unpredictable "wild ride" that the Rare-Bear could exhibit.

Roddie,

At worst, if the cylinder was not broken in then it would be a little erratic at peak. After 5 mins or so of run time this would go away. Cox engines don't really require a break in. At least not a long one.

I would suspect a reed issue, the KB backplate may not draw as well as a standard horse shoe, but it has never caused me any issues. Check to make sure the reed is able to move around.

Also, it could be the tank. Do you have one of those little Perfect ones laying around?

Ron

Cribbs74 wrote:Roddie,

At worst, if the cylinder was not broken in then it would be a little erratic at peak. After 5 mins or so of run time this would go away. Cox engines don't really require a break in. At least not a long one.

I would suspect a reed issue, the KB backplate may not draw as well as a standard horse shoe, but it has never caused me any issues. Check to make sure the reed is able to move around.

Also, it could be the tank. Do you have one of those little Perfect ones laying around?

Ron

yea.. I'll definitely tear the engine down to check everything. There's a new Mylar reed in there.. and it seemed to pass my "blow/suck" method of checking the seal.. which usually exposes a faulty seal. I've had reeds "whistle" when sealing.. (blowing against it) Is this detrimental to proper function?

What I don't remember.. is if I used more than one shim under the glowhead. I was using a standard head.. and not a new one either. The fuel was not fresh... and I haven't bought any new stuff.

I ran a few tanks out.. (the uni's I built) so I don't think their at fault.. at least not on the ground. On one of my attempts at an official flight, a backfire loosened the prop.. and threw the snap-on plastic spinner off into the pavement.. cracking it. Guess what I had forgot to pack in my flight box? A small slotted screwdriver for the prop-screw.. Being the resourceful chap that I am.. I used the side-blade of a nail-file on some clippers I keep on my car key chain, to tighten the prop back up. Getting it locked horizontal; coming up against a compression-stroke, was not an easy feat. I didn't forget my allen-key to adjust my handle though...

Roddie , if your still trying that engine ; I would suggest a Hi comp. Head if you have it and 2-3 shims to get rid of that too hi comp. that's why it backfired had that happen to me till I put my thinking cap on . If u don't have the head at least try more shims!?!? NOW BACK TO TOPIC >>> I don't have a lot but let me get breakfast and some pain pills in me and will see (I know I have more than I need) Eric

P.M. Sent