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Forum: RC Jets
09-22-2018, 04:57 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 38,424
Posted By leemkl06

I just measured the actual fuel gain and I was a...

I just measured the actual fuel gain and I was a little disappointed! With the stock tank, it's advertised as a 2.5L and it had 2.1L usable. This tank is advertised as a 3.2L it has 2.4L usable. FYI,...
Forum: RC Jets
09-22-2018, 04:51 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 38,424
Posted By leemkl06

Just wondering, are you dealing with a local shop...

Just wondering, are you dealing with a local shop or Aviation Design directly? I dealt with Corinne Rantet at Aviation design and she was always johnny on the spot and made my overseas purchase...
Forum: RC Jets
09-21-2018, 02:00 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 38,424
Posted By leemkl06

I wanted to share that I recently purchased the...

I wanted to share that I recently purchased the larger tank from CMJ. The stock tank is 2.5L and this one is 3.2L. This should allow me to take advantage of my cheetah without the sub 5 min flight...
Forum: RC Jets
11-11-2017, 03:55 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 38,424
Posted By leemkl06

the SE (newest version) is 160 while the power...

the SE (newest version) is 160 while the power pack SP (previous version) is 147N.
Forum: RC Jets
10-26-2017, 02:38 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 38,424
Posted By leemkl06

Congrats on your maiden! I'm glad everything went...

Congrats on your maiden! I'm glad everything went well!!

ML
Forum: RC Jets
10-24-2017, 02:35 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 38,424
Posted By leemkl06

On all of my jets, I use take off flaps (about 15...

On all of my jets, I use take off flaps (about 15 degrees). For my flying style, the stock settings (CG, Expo, etc) were nice so feel its a great starting spot. The only addition is that I also use...
Forum: RC Jets
10-16-2017, 04:37 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 38,424
Posted By leemkl06

added video.

added video.
Forum: RC Jets
10-15-2017, 05:13 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 38,424
Posted By leemkl06

I took the plunge and upgraded to a 147N (34lbs)...

I took the plunge and upgraded to a 147N (34lbs) Jet Central Cheetah SP. I must say I like it!! With the JetsMunt Merlin 100xbl my top speed was in the 160's, know lets just say I'm around 199.7 mph....
Forum: RC Jets
10-07-2017, 04:14 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 38,424
Posted By leemkl06

yes, you need the up trim. mL

yes, you need the up trim.

mL
Forum: RC Jets
09-30-2017, 03:16 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 38,424
Posted By leemkl06

Welcome to the world of mks servos! They are top...

Welcome to the world of mks servos! They are top notch servos but they are known to buzz (mine does the same thing). It’s funny because I asked one of our club members the same thing after my...
Forum: RC Jets
09-25-2017, 10:08 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 38,424
Posted By leemkl06

i normally mount my turbines 3/4 to 7/8 away from...

i normally mount my turbines 3/4 to 7/8 away from the pipe ( doesn’t matter how large or small the bell mouth since the measurement is from the pipe). If your using the stock Pipe, AD wants you to be...
Forum: RC Jets
09-25-2017, 08:21 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 38,424
Posted By leemkl06

I haven’t had a problem and the pilots using the...

I haven’t had a problem and the pilots using the Merlin 140 haven’t said anything. One caution is to definitely follow AD’s recommendation for the turbine to pipe placement. In the beginning I...
Forum: RC Jets
09-25-2017, 07:43 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 38,424
Posted By leemkl06

in my experience the initial setup was pretty...

in my experience the initial setup was pretty close. Since we all like a slightly diffent feel, I believe if you follow AD’s numbers you definitely won’t have any issues on the maiden and can tune to...
Forum: RC Jets
09-24-2017, 04:08 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 38,424
Posted By leemkl06

Yes, I just installed my Cheetah in it last week...

Yes, I just installed my Cheetah in it last week and damaged my pipe due to a hot start going on too long (my fault). My replacement pipe is on its way and I’m hoping it will get here before...
Forum: RC Jets
09-24-2017, 03:29 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 38,424
Posted By leemkl06

MKS6130h’s. Only a small mod was needed to get...

MKS6130h’s. Only a small mod was needed to get them to fit securely.

ML
Forum: RC Jets
09-24-2017, 04:26 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 38,424
Posted By leemkl06

On my mini that’s been flying for a while now I...

On my mini that’s been flying for a while now I ended up upgrading the flap servos to the MKS’s discussed on the forum. This was because I deployed them once at at a speed higher than the servos...
Forum: RC Jets
06-12-2017, 06:18 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 38,424
Posted By leemkl06

i would suggest you contact AD for a replacement....

i would suggest you contact AD for a replacement.

ML
Forum: RC Jets
06-11-2017, 11:23 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 38,424
Posted By leemkl06

You should have a single G10 card with all 7...

You should have a single G10 card with all 7 horns cut into it. Also, your correct for the 2 rods, you'll just use them and cut to length. As far as a radio tray, you'll need to make one up yourself,...
Forum: RC Jets
05-31-2017, 04:21 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 38,424
Posted By leemkl06

23.10lbs (10.48kg) dry and 26.56 lbs (12.05kg)...

23.10lbs (10.48kg) dry and 26.56 lbs (12.05kg) wet.

Also, all of the videos I've seen with a 140 has been very impressive! (have a look at post #80)

ML
Forum: RC Jets
05-29-2017, 04:59 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 38,424
Posted By leemkl06

Today was flight #4 and she's really getting...

Today was flight #4 and she's really getting dialed in! This is a great plane to fly and has a great feel in the air! Enjoy the quick vid!

https://youtu.be/vdCrNlm7y_8
Forum: RC Jets
05-14-2017, 01:56 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 38,424
Posted By leemkl06

Yep, it was beautiful day at LMAC! In fact, we...

Yep, it was beautiful day at LMAC! In fact, we had about 4 maidens that day. HSD Turbo Foam Super Viper, Mini Diamond, a large Scale Stearman and a Freewing F5 Tiger. Great Day of Flying!

ML
Forum: RC Jets
05-14-2017, 09:12 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 38,424
Posted By leemkl06

Thx Desert Fox! As normal for me, I attempted to...

Thx Desert Fox! As normal for me, I attempted to record the maiden but my GoPro was set to picture mode instead of video. On my next outing, I'm planning to record some video to share.

ML
Forum: RC Jets
05-13-2017, 04:27 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 38,424
Posted By leemkl06

Just wanted to share that I also finally maiden...

Just wanted to share that I also finally maiden my gold mini today! Our weather hasn't been cooperating but today was the day. I must say that I'm really pleased with the jet and comments that it...
Forum: RC Jets
04-03-2017, 05:19 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 38,424
Posted By leemkl06

Omar, I really discourage pilots from using other...

Omar, I really discourage pilots from using other builders measurements outright. Your actual measurements are key to your CG being calculated correctly. No two builders build the same (even with the...
Forum: RC Jets
02-24-2017, 06:46 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 38,424
Posted By leemkl06

Made some decent progress! I can see the light at...

Made some decent progress! I can see the light at the end of the tunnel for my winter build :( I completed my radio board, wired the rest of the jet and am at the point of programing equipment and...
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