who has a cox 15 for sale?

Jason is right, $45 isn't going to get you there.

However, there are many non-Cox .15's that will get the job done and they can be bought for $45 or less. Something to think about.

Jason_WI wrote: island of inmates is living up to it's reputation.

A little harsh don't you think?  Things have changed out here somewhat in 227 years.  I could say more but have decided on discretion.  Maybe the Independence Day thing has just got to you.

Jason_WI wrote:TD, sportsman, and definately the olympic are not going to be bought for $45. I am 1 for 3 sending things to Australia. Either the roos are stealing packages or the island of inmates is living up to it's reputation. Either way I don't sent stuff down under.

I have NEVER had a problem in the MANY engines plus other things I've had posted using your normal mail system to Australia over many years.

Why do you say this? Do you for some reason not like leaving things from your great country to be shared by other like minded people?

FWIW I have lived in the USA twice in the '90s for 6 months at a time, and find American people very hospitable and reasonable, so PLEASE just what is your problem?

Oldenginerod wrote:

Jason_WI wrote: island of inmates is living up to it's reputation.

A little harsh don't you think?  Things have changed out here somewhat in 227 years.  I could say more but have decided on discretion.  Maybe the Independence Day thing has just got to you.

The same can be said of the American colonies.

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Penal_colony#British_Empire

Only angry because Paypal refunded the buyers because they never got the package. Im out everything even though I had it insured with USPS. USPS insurance only covers till it is transfered to the destination carrier for delivery. It was lost somewhere in Australia on both occasions.

Jason_WI wrote: It was lost somewhere in Australia on both occasions.

I would suggest that's the exception rather than the rule. You were just unfortunate. It concerns me that making people scared to send stuff out here will only make it harder for us. It's hard enough as it is convincing people that we are a well developed nation, even after all these years.

To the rest of you, please don't let Jason's experience effect your willingness to help out like-minded fellow enthusiasts. Many of you have been a great help to me and I've managed to complete a number of engine restorations with parts shipped in from the States. I'm currently awaiting 2 laser cut kits from Roger. I hope he doesn't get scared off.

It's incredible to see the amount of enthusiasm young 12 year old Greg from Queensland has. If there are people who can help him out, that's great. How many kids that age are into I/C models? We could only dream about our own kids following us into the hobby. Sadly it happens too seldom.

Jason, I mean no offence, but to be considered a colony of convicts gets on my goat. You do a great job with this forum, as do the other moderators and regular contributors, but you clearly need to take care not to alienate people.

Rod.

Oldenginerod wrote:

Jason_WI wrote: island of inmates is living up to it's reputation.

A little harsh don't you think?  Things have changed out here somewhat in 227 years.  I could say more but have decided on discretion.  Maybe the Independence Day thing has just got to you.

I agree with Rods comments. I don't think its proper to blame a whole nation or country for the infamous actions of a very few individuals.  
If I had a  conquest 15,  I'd have no second thoughts about sending it to young Greg, just to support his enthusiasm in the hobby. (I don't, so I can't , sorry Greg) I know Ive sent a couple of things via 1st class USPS to Australia and they arrived safely. I feel your pain and anger on your losses assuming they were incurred in E-bay transactions, and feel most of the blame should be placed on their (ebay) policies......not the kangaroos,
or the wonderful people of Australia.        

Marleysky wrote:

Oldenginerod wrote:

Jason_WI wrote: island of inmates is living up to it's reputation.

A little harsh don't you think?  Things have changed out here somewhat in 227 years.  I could say more but have decided on discretion.  Maybe the Independence Day thing has just got to you.

I agree with Rods comments. I don't think its proper to blame a whole nation or country for the infamous actions of a very few individuals.  
If I had a  conquest 15,  I'd have no second thoughts about sending it to young Greg, just to support his enthusiasm in the hobby. (I don't, so I can't , sorry Greg) I know Ive sent a couple of things via 1st class USPS to Australia and they arrived safely. I feel your pain and anger on your losses assuming they were incurred in E-bay transactions, and feel most of the blame should be placed on their (ebay) policies......not the kangaroos,
or the wonderful people of Australia.        

thanks guys number 1 is that you can't judge the people of oz because of 1 package going missing and
also i found a cox .15 on ebay!
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Cox-Medallion-15-R-C-Airplane-engine-/291503267705?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item43def2df79

dont worry dude i have lost my .15 medallion rc in postage its ok just very very annoying ps i emigrated to the land of Oz when i was 6 i came from england and kids bullied me at school but when i fly any of my models i feel a sense of achievement and joy when i (my model ) fly and i feel that i get away from everything and just it is well life isn't it and i know that yes i have dyslexia and Asperger's syndrome and i know how the universe works an the theory of relativity and all of that and after all i just thing they are jealous just darn right jealous of how lucky i am .

i could think life negatively but i don't and that is some thing that i want to teach you

Moved to the For Sale/Wanted forum.

Greg I see its not ended , I hope you get it ! I sold a 15 medallion to a guy down under and he was very pleased after he had gotten a .09 for a .15 sometime back I assured him I new the difference  

Young Mr. cox24711

I do not have a TD or Medallion .15 but if you Private Message me your mailing address I might do a bit of late spring cleaning and send you a small care package to help in your playing with airplanes

fredvon4 wrote:Young Mr. cox24711

I do not have a TD or Medallion .15 but if you Private Message me your mailing address I might do a bit of late spring cleaning and send you a small care package to help in your playing with airplanes

oh thank you very very much i pm you

I was looking for a Med. .15 and found a few that I considered over priced. I sold a new RC Med .15 couple years ago and only got about $50.00 new in case. That was then and now is now. Found out some Medallion had issues with con rods. I found a very nice Enya .15 for Magician ..15 stunter/ plus a fine OS Max 111 .15 Steel fine/ OS MAX 111 .19. Nice thing with these engines is they use a standard glow plug. Plus no plastic that rots from fuel over time.

(Going a little off track here) But, would a mint .09 tee dee be worth 51 $

Greg,

I totally understand wanting Cox engines, the problem is the ones you want are collectible which unfortunately is what sets the price for them.

At this stage I would encourage you to keep your mind open to all engines and not just Cox. Many other manufacturers made .15's and some are really good.

Over time engines will come your way. It just happens somehow. I also would suggest you get involved in a flying club wether it be CL or RC. Often times club members are more than happy to help a younger guy out in getting started. It's a good way to gain experience and help with the things you need.

Hopefully Fred can get you started.

Ron

i got a medallion 15 rc with improved piston for $50 on fleabay

1/2A Nut wrote:Wooot Score!!  

a steal hey!

Here's a NIB Cox .15 MkII special but with three and a half days to go it's already at over $500

http://www.ebay.com/itm/RARE-COX-15-MARK-II-SPECIAL-THIMBLE-DROME-MODEL-AIRPLANE-ENGINE-15-2-5-cc-TD-/351447135910?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item51d3e1b6a6

dont worry i scored one for $50
heres the link http://www.ebay.com/itm/Cox-Medallion-15-R-C-Airplane-engine-/291503267705?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item43def2df79

Your Medallion winning bid is good score. However I hope you contacted the seller to see if he will ship to you
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BTW be looking for two packages to Queensland around the end of this month...they went out in the post Wednesday July 8th and I did not up the price with tracking or insurance