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Forum: RC Jets
03-27-2017, 08:25 AM
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Posted By DrV

LOL. I know exactly what he would say.:cool:

LOL. I know exactly what he would say.:cool:
Forum: RC Jets
03-26-2017, 09:09 AM
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Posted By DrV

140 hands down. You want to go fast with fuel...

140 hands down. You want to go fast with fuel efficiency, fly half throttle. You want to go faster push it all the way up. Always good to have more thrust if you need it.
Forum: RC Jets
02-10-2017, 06:10 PM
Replies: 6,824
Views: 1,674,193
Posted By DrV

I have the same engine with same setup. My upper...

I have the same engine with same setup. My upper duct cover also looks exactly like yours. I just used BVM Heat shield just like Dave suggested. I have had about 100 flights now without any problems....
Forum: RC Jets
12-21-2016, 09:28 PM
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Posted By DrV

yes that's a good idea. Makes servicing a lot...

yes that's a good idea. Makes servicing a lot easier. Mine is also the same way.
Forum: RC Jets
10-31-2016, 08:34 PM
Replies: 6,824
Views: 1,674,193
Posted By DrV

I would also look into the Behotec gear. I have...

I would also look into the Behotec gear. I have the C-40 set with direct servo steering. Very beefy and robust. The cost justifies the quality. Another flier has Electron gear but they are not as...
Forum: RC Jets
10-28-2016, 09:52 PM
Replies: 6,824
Views: 1,674,193
Posted By DrV

At 5k Ft asl you are better off with the bigger...

At 5k Ft asl you are better off with the bigger engine. You can always use throttle management and engine would be much happier (as far as longevity) at lower throttle setting to fly the plane as...
Forum: RC Jets
10-09-2016, 08:41 AM
Replies: 6,824
Views: 1,674,193
Posted By DrV

[QUOTE=MaJ. Woody;12265792]Thanks Steve. I did...

[QUOTE=MaJ. Woody;12265792]Thanks Steve.
I did not order his clunks since I was planning to use the BVM High Flow clunks which are also 3/16 id. They look similar to his but I liked the one piece...
Forum: RC Jets
10-08-2016, 10:24 PM
Replies: 6,824
Views: 1,674,193
Posted By DrV

Thanks txshan, Do you know by any chance whats...

Thanks txshan, Do you know by any chance whats the inside diameter of the male side? The 6mm OD PU tubing has a 4mm inside diameter. I use the festo metal quick connects but the ID is 2.5mm. This...
Forum: RC Jets
10-08-2016, 03:34 PM
Replies: 6,824
Views: 1,674,193
Posted By DrV

Just curious, those of you guys that fly with a...

Just curious, those of you guys that fly with a main tank and wing tank, what quick connection do you use to connect the wing tank to the main's vent?
Forum: RC Jets
10-08-2016, 09:41 AM
Replies: 6,824
Views: 1,674,193
Posted By DrV

I fly an UF withe a M140xbl with main and wing...

I fly an UF withe a M140xbl with main and wing tanks. My flight timer is set to 6 min and i have more then 1/3 left in the tank after shut down. I do fly most of my flight aggressively. My friend who...
Forum: RC Jets
08-25-2016, 04:49 PM
Replies: 6,824
Views: 1,674,193
Posted By DrV

I don't have the saddles but have the main and...

I don't have the saddles but have the main and wing JetTech tanks. I had to raise the front of the main tank about 5mm so when the fuel gets low I don't get bubbles in the UAT. I have JetTech heavy...
Forum: RC Jets
06-26-2016, 04:56 PM
Replies: 6,824
Views: 1,674,193
Posted By DrV

No problems with air in the UAT. All our Ultra...

No problems with air in the UAT. All our Ultra flashes in our club do not use a felt clunk and I have never used one in any of my jets. I do have my main tank front elevated approximately 5mm....
Forum: RC Jets
06-26-2016, 06:49 AM
Replies: 6,824
Views: 1,674,193
Posted By DrV

I ordered mine with jet-tech clunks and told him...

I ordered mine with jet-tech clunks and told him to assemble it. So I'm not sure what the size is. His clunks are very good and heavy duty. If you are not set on a felt clunk go with his (Garry)....
Forum: RC Jets
06-13-2016, 01:26 PM
Replies: 6,824
Views: 1,674,193
Posted By DrV

Hi Steve. I have an M140xbl in my UF. I...

Hi Steve.

I have an M140xbl in my UF. I won't be able to measure to tell you for sure since I'm out of the country now. But since the turbine is within a bypass it does not matter much. I...
Forum: RC Jets
04-05-2016, 07:23 PM
Replies: 6,824
Views: 1,674,193
Posted By DrV

CG of 225-230mm works very well for me. I have...

CG of 225-230mm works very well for me. I have never had mine snap or drop a wing. Check to make sure the flaps are symmetric and each side of elevator works symmetrically when going up and down...
Forum: RC Jets
04-01-2016, 09:17 PM
Replies: 6,824
Views: 1,674,193
Posted By DrV

Wim, I have the UF with a JM 140x. The plane can...

Wim, I have the UF with a JM 140x. The plane can fly slow very easily. I can get it to slow down to about 50 MPH (80kph). Maybe even slower but I'm not brave enough. You will have no regrets if you...
Forum: RC Jets
08-23-2015, 02:20 PM
Replies: 6,824
Views: 1,674,193
Posted By DrV

Hey David, Nice pics and congrats on the...

Hey David,

Nice pics and congrats on the maiden. We had a great day. By the way who is that guy holding your jet??:cool:

"V"
Forum: RC Jets
08-23-2015, 01:14 PM
Replies: 6,824
Views: 1,674,193
Posted By DrV

I wanted to share some pics of my UF taken...

I wanted to share some pics of my UF taken yesterday. It's Powered my a M140x, Behotec C40 electric gears/breaks, Cortex Gyro. Jeti Radio/Rx. One of the best flying sport jets out there....
Forum: RC Jets
07-26-2015, 07:55 PM
Replies: 6,824
Views: 1,674,193
Posted By DrV

I have a Merlin 140x in mine and the cg is set at...

I have a Merlin 140x in mine and the cg is set at 225mm. I would adjust battery size/weight depending where your CG is. On final my plane comes in on idle and hands off until threshold where I flare...
Forum: RC Jets
07-11-2015, 12:13 AM
Replies: 6,824
Views: 1,674,193
Posted By DrV

I have the C-40 with direct servo steering....

I have the C-40 with direct servo steering. Although the c-36 would be a better fit with the least modification, it is not as beefy as the c40. With the c-40 you just have to sand few more mm of the...
Forum: RC Jets
03-26-2015, 08:33 PM
Replies: 6,824
Views: 1,674,193
Posted By DrV

I use the Behotec C-40 gear/breaks and am...

I use the Behotec C-40 gear/breaks and am powering off the 2s LiPo ECU Battery. I would have preferred to use a separate power source for the gear and the breaks but did not want to add weight. I'm...
Forum: RC Jets
12-30-2014, 11:20 AM
Replies: 6,824
Views: 1,674,193
Posted By DrV

I have a Behotec electric gear with integrated...

I have a Behotec electric gear with integrated steering servo and have seen the electron. They look similar. Much more precise ground handling then pull-pull.
Forum: RC Jets
11-28-2014, 12:41 AM
Replies: 6,824
Views: 1,674,193
Posted By DrV

Nice Video, Congrats. Amazing flying site.

Nice Video, Congrats. Amazing flying site.
Forum: RC Jets
11-13-2014, 06:18 PM
Replies: 6,824
Views: 1,674,193
Posted By DrV

No, As DW states its a very strong pipe and can...

No, As DW states its a very strong pipe and can handle 180N turbines. Having said this, its a good idea to periodically inspect the condition of the pipe to make sure it does not become brittle from...
Forum: RC Jets
11-01-2014, 02:53 PM
Replies: 6,824
Views: 1,674,193
Posted By DrV

i have the M140x in my UF and I love it. Don't...

i have the M140x in my UF and I love it. Don't quote me but I think it's slightly smaller then the 120 you have and lighter. You would not need much modification to install. I have no problems...
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