Welcome to Alan's Hobby, Model & RC FAQ Web Links
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Auckland N.Z.
- GCF Global Learning - Free tutorials for beginners to PC's and Internet
Quick Search :::: - Allow page to finish opening, depress "Ctrl" + "F" keys to activate search engine. Enter a key word or a "section header", click "find next" to jump up or down page. (e.g. Richard Pearse ... "Flying Before The Wright Brothers." - use "Ctrl" + "F" keys, enter "Pearse" to navigate sub sections down page.. )
Full Scale Reference Sites - scroll down between "Y" and "Country" lists.
Dead Links - Use The Internet Archive Wayback Machine to open an archived file.
- Internet Archive Wayback Machine - use to find MISSING LINKS
- **If archived file blocked, email as per header above for .PDF or replacement link.** do not click here.
Vision - a) Colour Blindness b) Sonic vision for the blind.
- Braille - Free online tutoring services
- Colour Vision Test #1
- Colour Vision test #2
- Vischeck - Colour Blind (even partially?) auto adjust web page colours.
- SonicVisioN - seeing with sound
Alan's Hobby Model & RC FAQ Web links
Aero Towing - Gliders & Banners.
- Aerotowing, release mechanism etc
- Banner Towing
- Glider & Banner Towing
- Sail Planes Unlimited = Articles & Tips
- Scale Soaring - Aerotowing
- Aerotow Gliding - Graham Warren
Aerobatics, Pattern, F3D & TOC 2002 news etc.
- 2006 IMAC Pattern Sequences with K-Factors and Orientation notes
- 3D with Mike McConville
- Ed's RC Pattern Page opening
- Giant Scale Aerobatic List
- Grotto 2, R/C Pattern "The web's longest running R/C pattern page".
- International Miniature Aerobatic Club
- PBG Composites & Team New Zealand - TOC 2002
- NSRCA - Pattern Pages
- NSRCA Trimming Chart
- Stall and Spin + many other aerodynamic forces ***
- RC Aerobatics for beginners (see downloads - recommended) ***
- TOC 98 to Tucson 2005 News/Results
Airbrush tips and techniques etc
- Iwata - Airbrush FAQ and Tips ***
- Airbrush.com
- Airbrush Pressure - How much is required
- Airbrush talk, art, painting, illustration, auto graphics, crafts
- Airbrushes - Dick Blik
- Airbrush Technique Magazine , airbrush lessons
- Airbrushing Tips - Golden.
- Buying and Using an Airbrush
- Compressor for airbrush - How to DIY ex fridge #1
- Compressor for airbrush - How to DIY ex fridge #2
- Compressor for airbrush - How to DIY ex fridge #3
- Model Master Technical Guide Downloads
- Thinning Paint to suit airbrush
- Tips & Techniques - Galaxy Mech Works - click tips.
- Victor Airtools
Aircraft Design. Airfoils, Pull-Pull Systems, Flight Trim & Static Thrust Calculator. (CG,Colour,Trim etc.= more in Folders below)
- Ackerman linkage for Pull Pull systems - B.Felice
- Aerodynamic Factors - by Ed Moorman
- Aerodynamics - with animated examples
- Aerodynamics In [Plain] Plane English
- Aerodynamics of Spar&Rib Structures
- Biplane Parameters and Decalage - email Alan for details.
- Boost-tabs
- Canards - Palos RC
- Cardboard R/C Planes
- Design Calc - Lee Van Tassle's RC Airplane Design Calculator inc Floats, Canards, CG etc - email Alan for winzip copy of original
- Design - explanation for beginners
- Design Parameters - Basic chart
- Differential - Mechanical set-up - Correct Dutch roll and Drag.
- Flapperons or Spoilerons ?
- Flying Wing and Bird flight designs
- Flutter - Curing flutter by Ed Moorman
- Flutter - Cause, Cure & Misconceptions - with video.
- Forces in Flight ***
- Fowler flaps
- Gliders & Vtails FAQ - DJ Aerotech -
- Mass Balance Control Surfaces - prevent Flutter.
- Plane Geometry - R C Soarer
- Practical Model Design - RCFU
- Pull Pull [closed loop] Controls - Brian Felice
- Pull-Pull [closed loop] Controls - Bob Adkins
- Pull-Pull [closed loop] Controls - Giant scale - R.Forgues
- Pull-Pull Control Rigging - Ron Ellis
- Pull-Pull Controls - Discussion Group
- Reducing Induced Drag - Wing Tips and Tip Plates
- Rotary Driver System - Ailerons-Elevators etc.
- "See How It Flies " an online book with many graphic images.***
- Selected Topics of Model Aerodynamics
- Sources of Aeronautical Information
- Stability & Control - lateral, directional etc - animated
- Static Thrust calculator - select prop etc *** - if site down, email Alan for a copy.
- Trim Chart for flying RC aircraft
- UIUC Airfoil Data Site
- Wing Loading Charts for R_C Aircraft
- Wing Tip shapes & Plates - by Ed Moorman
Airships, Blimps & Balloons.
- Advanced Hybrid Aircraft Home Page - Airships, Hovercraft & Blimps
- Air Dynamic
- Airship Resources (airships, blimps)
- Balloon Pages on the World Wide Web
- DIY Mylar Envelopes for Blimps & Balloons.
- DraganFly - News
- Hot Air Balloons, DIY kits & gas laws.
- Minizepp!
- Sejohna - advertising & RC
- Small Blimp Parts
- Solar Balloons - make your own for glider launching
Anodizing, Brazing, Casting, Soldering, Silver Soldering , Welding Aluminium - DIY Articles.
- Aluminum Welding Aluminum Brazing Aluminum Soldering Aluminum Repair
- Anodising Aluminium DIY - Tom How ***
- Anodizing - DIY at home - Jim Bowes. (original site down, email Alan for .pdf)
- Anodizing Aluminium DIY - Ron Newman (original site down, email Alan for .pdf)
- DIY Bronze, Pewter, Zinc & Aluminium Casting - Home Foundry
- Electroplating Kits - Anodizing - Powder Coating and Metal Polishing
- How to solder - Instructables
- Metalworking FAQ/Compendium
- Metal Working Resources page
- Silver Soldering Metals
- Soldering Guide - EPE
- Soldering - A Beginner's Guide To Soldering - RC Universe Article***
- Surface Mount Soldering 101 - with Video
- Techno Weld. A revolution in aluminium welding
Balsa & / vs Paulownia FAQ
- "All About Balsa" - Sig Mfg - email Alan if site down
- Balsa - Bending (wood) Sheeting
- Balsa Density Calculator - download
- Balsa wood - Interesting facts
- DIY Transfer pattern to Balsa - Acetone Transfer
- Paulownia vs. Balsa
- Paulownia (brittle but used by many ARTF in lieu of balsa)
- Specialized Balsa Wood
- Wood Handbook, Wood as an Engineering Material
- Solarbo USA
Battery Care, Performance & DIY Battery Packs.
- 101 re Charging RC Batteries - Titan Energy
- 101 Battery - Peak Detect Chargers - Not all Charge TX Batt Correctly unless Batt removed from TX.
- 101 LiPo vs. NIMH discharge curves
- 101 Battery - Fully Charged Voltages LiFE, LiON, LiPo- and concerns.
- 101 - Voltage Regulators for 5 cell NiMH & LiFE.
- 2.4 GHz - Voltage & Batteries Required by Receiver or Transceiver - Prevent Errors
- A123 - Voltage Regulators and LiFe Battery Packs (plus 5 cell NiMH/NiCD packs)
- A123 Battery (aka LiFe PO4 cells) FAQ for Giant Scale and IMAC
- A123 Versus Nickel Hydride Receiver Battery Comparison
- A123 Battery (aka LiFe PO4 cells) FAQ and Low Battery Warning Settings
- A123 Battery pack - DIY Build Own fro DeWalt 36v Packs - Pictorial*
- Battery (Receiver packs) . LiFePO (aka A123 & LiFe) ***
- Battery (Receiver packs) . LiFePO (aka A123 & LiFe) - Alert re False Labels & excess voltage
- Battery Technology - Handbook & FAQ
- Getting the most of your batteries ***
Lipo Batteries (Lithium Polymer) - (Risks of failure and fire = high.)
- Guide to Lithium Polymer Batteries and LiPo Failure Reports - Part 1
- Guide to Lithium Polymer Batteries and LiPo Failure Reports - Part 2
- LiPo Batteries - How to dispose of safely & Balancing cells w/out taps.
- Lipo Batteries - NZ Fire Service warning re RC.
- Lipo Battery - How to Split or Divide into Half
- Li-Pol Explosion - Video ***
- Lipo Fire Incidents by Cause
- Lipo fire tests you need to see - video X 2 ***
- Lithium Polymer - FAQ & applications
- Lithium Ion & Lithium Ion Polymer Safety and Instructions
- Lithium Ion Polymer Applications
- Lithium Polymer - Do Not Use Lipo in Transmitters
- Tom's RC Electronics Gadgets and Projects - Lipol fire ****
- Battery University ***
- Battery Eliminator Circuits
- Batteries - graphic detail of stalled or binding servo ***
- Batteries - Use The Right Type & Brand + Safety
- Battery Comparison of Applications
- Battery - How to make own packs
- Battery meter - How to use own Digital Volt Meter. (DIY Loaded Meter)
- Cell Break In and Balance Charging
- Dual (Parallel) Battery Operation = EP Power Systems
- Dual (Parallel) Battery Operation = Reliability & More Flight Time -
- Dual (Parallel) Battery Operation = Dual A123 Battery Backup System
- Dual batteries - Multiple Batteries may be installed for redundancy or even one for each servo.
- Dual Batteries, isolators, 6v, voltage depression, redundancy, etc
- Industrial Use Batteries
- Introduction to batteries - Great Hobbies Techn.
- LiFE or NiMH - Which 1000 MAh Rx pack will last longer and why.
- Nexcell Battery Co = R & D
- R/C Battery Clinic
- Sanyo Batteries
- Sealed Lead Acid batteries - care and charging. of SLA
- Strengthening the Weakest Link .... Battery maintenance
- Tech Talk : Maintaining Your Batteries
- Tester for Nicads - PC Readout.
- Transmitter Packs - Comparison of Alkaline, NiCd and NiMH with graphs
- What About All Those NiCads - Tony van Roon
Battery Chargers & DIY Power Supplies.
- Bantamtek Manuals = Multiplex LN5014, E-Station 301 & 501 and Hyperion chargers.
- Chargers - How to recycle all those old plugins.
- Cycler - FAQ , especially Hobbico Accu adjustment
- Robbe Power Peak Infinity 2 (Review) = Sunji 3000 ex Kr.
- 12 Volt SLA Charger - simple circuit
- PC Power Suppy Conversion - FrankenPower! - Building a 12V Power Supply
- PC Power Supply Conversion - Pat Harvey
- PC Power Suppy Conversion - Recker RC ***
- PC Power Supply Conversion (110/230 Vac to 12V )
- SLA (Gell Cell) Battery Charger #1
- SLA (Gell Cell) Battery Charger #2
Boats, Yachts, Submarines, Warship Combat and Nautical reviews
Boats & Sea (Float) Planes - Water Proof RC Systems
- ESC - Water Proofing - includes Servo & Receiver
- Servo - Waterproofing inc ESC, Receivers
- Servo - Water Proof #2
- Waterproofing Tips & Info - Offshore Electrics
Thunder Tiger & MRP Yachts
- ETNZ 1M 1:25 Scale Racing Yacht
- ETNZ - Building Tips & Reviews
- Victoria [Note = Use Hitec HS645MG for sail servo]
- Victoria - performance Tips by "The New Zealanders"
- Victoria Resource Center
- Victoria Yacht Sailboat - RCU Review - inc video
- Voyager 1m ****
- Voyager ll - ( Fiberglass version.)
- VRC - How to Articles
- TT. MRP Odyssey = 1:25 scale Benetau
- TT. MRP Voyager Gooseneck upgarde
- Academy RC boats - list and specs (Email Alan for .pdf in need)
- Academy Triton 15 mph - 35mph hot racing tips. - [ Fast Electric Boat Racers ]
- AC15 Yachts [Scale America's Cup Racing Yachts]
- Amati Modellismo
- America's Cup Links
- American Model Yachting Association
- Aquataur model racing yachts
- Artesania Latina
- Billing Boats
- Bottle - Entry Level Yacht for the Footy Class - DIY
- Cajun Gator Airboats
- Camarillo Pond Rats
- Cap Maquettes
- Cap-Maquettes NZ (for upgrade parts for ETNZ Yachts)
- Carr Sails
- China Topwin Industry Co.,Ltd - Yachts
- Chinese Junks & Battened Lugsails
- CR 914.com - RC Sailboats
- Dumas
- Fast electrics
- Frank's Historical Model Ships' - How to build old sailing ships
- HMBC - Caldercraft catalog
- IOMICA : International 1 metre class - inc technical & Forum ***
- International Waters R_C
- J Assoc - Canterbury, NZ
- John-dowd.co.uk = Bluenose construction and good photos.
- Keil Kraft EeZeBilt (1950's) range of starter model boats, including all plans.
- Kiwi RG65 and IOM yachts.
- Lightship Modeler
- Mamoli.C s.a.s - Wooden Sailing Ship & other kitset.
- Marblehead 50/800 Class RC yachts
- Model Boat Mayhem ***
- Model Ship World
- MRP boats = Thunder Tiger = Ace Hobby
- North Texas Battle Group - Big Gun 1/144 Battle action
- International One Metre (IOM) class - excellent downloads for yachtees
- PortWind - yachts ex Spain
- Power Sails
- Punctilo - Caldercraft Ltd - Business closed 28feb13
- Prather Products - bought out by Hyperformance Products
- R_C Sailing - Discussion group.
- RC-Sailing Infocenter
- RC Scale Model Ships - Jiri Syrovatko
- Sampans
- Schooner Model Society (The Great )
- Scale Sailing
- Scottish Federation of Model Boat Clubs
- Seawind by Kyosho - Resource Center
- Taycol - Model Boat Electric Engines
- The Hague Modelboat Club - HMBC - Homepage
- The Model Power Boat Association
- The Mother of All Maritime Links - model boats
- The Pop-pop pages. (Pop Pop Steam Engine boats)
- The World of Scale Model Boating
- Ultralite Composites - (carbon r/c yacht parts & stands)
- Victor Model Products
- Viking Ship Gokstad
- Vintage Model Yacht Group
- West Valley R-C Mariners
- Wind Warrior yachts
RC Land yachts & RC Ice yachts
- Cold Front Model RC Yachts
- IRCSSA Homepage
- Model Land Yachts, Unlimited
- Performance RC Land sailers
- RC Ice & Land Yachts - K.1 Models
- RC Landsailer and Iceboat design and construction
- RC Land Yacht - simple D.I.Y.
- Stealth S2 RC Land Yacht
Reviews, FAQ & Tips, Jet drive. (boat plans under separate "Plans" folder below)
- 2.4GHz - Use with Model Boats & Yachts (Marine) and range over water.
- American Model Yachting Association - Hints page
- Antenna - DIY shorter RX. More under Rubber Duckie & Flywire in RC section below
- Billing Model Boats - Construction tips & Paint cross reference
- FAQ - Ship Models
- Boating Rope Knots - animated examples
- Boating Rope Knots - video how to examples
- Build A Quick Fiberglass Hull - DIY.
- Building Tips - water channeling and shafts
- CR 914 - RC Yacht set-up and Tuning Guide
- Engine analysis and technical articles - performance boating
- Fishing Knots & Rigging - animated examples
- Gears & DIY Drive Shafts & Rudders - & many other boat builders tips.*** ***
- Hitec & Aristocraft SP-610RF ESC for Boats - Spec & Instructions (no longer produced)
- How to measure motor's maximum current draw and suppress electrical noise
- How to Sail fast_ Rig tuning by Bob Sterne
- Model Builder Tips & Tricks - Art of the Model Builder
- Model testing - instrumentation, scaling laws, test tanks, wind tunnels, experiments
- Motor - Twin and Multi - Series vs. Parallel
- Propellers, Korts and balancing shafts etc
- Receiver & Solenoid wiring ex SLA (Gell Cell battery)
- RC Laser RC Sailboats - Tips and Tricks
- RC Sailboat FAQ
- RC Sailing - How to sail and trimming tips by Kyosho
- River Boats, Towboats etc - Towboat Joe.
- River boats,Towboats etc. - Old River Bill's RC***
- Seawind - How to waterproof the hatch
- Servo - modify to 180 and 360 degree operation.. Gang and Fit servos to yachts & boats - email Alan for .pdf file
- Servo - Modify to power your model boat (TS-53 aka S148 shown)
- Servo - Sail Winch - Modify 2ch Transmitter to adjust number of turns - if pics down, email for copy as above.
- Servo - Single Arm or Double Arm Sail set up.
- Servo - Winch or Arm type for sail? - comments
- Swing Rig - DIY set up and use on yachts.
- Swing Rig - version of the Bermuda Rig
- Technical, Building, Motor, ESC & General tips - Model Marina ***
- Technical & theoretical aspects of RC yacht racing
- Tips, Set Up Info, Waterproof & Projects - Off shore electrics
- Warship Combat Construction Articles ***
Outboard motors, sterndrives and jet units.
- Academy RC Outboard unit (.10 - .15)
- Jet drive units (KMB)
- K&B Manufacturing outboards
- O.S. .21 XM Outboard Engine
- Swash Drive - RC Jet Boat units
- Thunder Tiger Pro .21M
Submarines
- Building your own RC submarine WTC
- Deep Down - how to construct a RC Sub..
- Dutch Submarine Hr.Ms.Potvis
- E1 Submarine Project - Braglia
- North Seas Fleet - radio control submarines
- RC Submarines - FAQ
- RC Submarines! - USA
- R/C Submarines - France (English & French)
- Submarine Museums
- Subs on Display
- SUB!'s Model Submarines
- The Sub Committee!
- Thunder Tiger - 5220 Neptune TTR5220
- West Valley RC Submarine FAQ
Warship Combat - C02 BB Cannon etc.
- Big Gun RC Warship Combat
- Intl RC Warship Combat
- Model Warship Combat, Inc.
- Strikemodels (includes product previously known as "Swampworks)"
Books, Reference - other . ( see "Manuals" below for pdf downloads re RC Systems, ESC, Gyros, Models etc)
- abebooks.com - the world's largest source of out-of-print books!
- Aircraft Workshop: Learn To Make Models that Fly by Kelvin Shacklock**
- Colour Palette for RC aircraft
- Radio Control Guide by Norman Butcher
- Radio Controlled Model Aircraft by Robert Lopshire **** try and get a copy of the book
- RC Books by David Boddington X 5
- RC Books - all types
- ScaleModel.NET Bookstore
- Techbooks Home Page
Buddy Boxes, Flight Simulators & Interface.
- TX 2 TX = buddy box compatibility problems between different brands of transmitters ***
- Buddy (Trainer) Box System Operation - RCFU
- Buddy (Trainer) Box FAQ re Master & Slave Set-up (4ch trainer boxes rarely meet modern requirements - refer Posts #9 & #11)
- Buddy (Trainer) Box - How the Cable Works
- Buddy (Trainer) Box not working with Berg PPL, IPD and similar TX Signal Recognition Receivers.
- Buddy (Trainer) Box Wireless System (Dual RX Controller)
- Buddy (Trainer) Box Wireless Systems - Futaba and Other - price comparisons
- Flight Simulator - Interface Cable (SIC) - USB (for Hitec Futaba JR & Zebra TX) for FMS ***
- Flight Simulator - Best for Beginners.
- Flight Simulator Interface Adapters & Connectors - includes new Futaba
Flight Simulators (Airplane, Heli & slope) & Sailing Simulators - Commercial & Freeware
- Best Simulator For Beginners
- Error? - Fixes to Enable older Simulators to run on Win7 & Vista Computers
- RC Flight Simulator Comparison Chart
- Simulators for Mac PC.
FMS (Flying-Model-Simulator) + extra Model and Landscape downloads - Freeware
- FMS Homepage - Freeware
- FMS - additional Scenery downloads ***
- FMS - 120 FMS Models by Yoshio Nakakita
- FMS - Links
- FMS - Links to many downloads for FMS and scenery design etc ***
- FMS - large database of models to download for FMS.
- FMS - Quadcopter, Multicopter, TV / Movie / Scifi & many modern jets ***
- FMS - Vista .dll file and instr to enable with Vista, Win 7 etc
- FMS - Vista fix - click and "save target as"...
- FMS - Vista /Win7 - fix flickering NVidia Graphics Card
- Dragonfly for FMS and FAQ - Paul L Daniels's
- Multiplex RC Aircraft for FMS
- Ninehalf FMS
- RC-Sim Downloads for Aerofly, FMS, Reflex, RFG 2, etc ***
- Shinichiro Nishiya - Many models + DIY instructions for landscapes etc. ***
- Aerochopper Review
- Aerofly & Easyfly = IPACS
- ClearView RC Helicopter Simulator
- Clearview RC Sim Model Page - Kens
- Clearview - Convert FMS Models for use in Clearview - DIY
- Cockpit Master
- CSM
- CRRCsim (Freeware - Emphasis on Slope Soaring & Gliding)
- Crrcsim - Acro Flight Sim for Win, MacOS X & Linux, - Mac.soft site
- Dave Brown RCFS 2001
- FlightGear Flight Simulator
- Flight simulators for Mac PC's #1
- Flight simulators for Mac PC's #2
- Fly RC Free simulator = Ron's Software Page
- Glider 3D - RC Sailplanes Simulator - Freeware.
- Helisim (basic graphics like FMS, limited heli models with better physics) - Freeware
- Heli-X - Windows, Mac & Linux versions - Includes Quadcopter & Hexacopter
- Home-built flight simulators - 23 Freeware programs
- Offshore Sailing - Free simulator
- PhoenixRC - Professional
- Phoenix Rc -Tutorial - DIY Input New schemes for own models
- Pre-Flight (Free Download - buy interface kit)
- RC Desk Pilot
- RC Desk Pilot - Additional Models Library
- RC Plane Master
- RCFSim v6.01 (2004) - Freeware
- RC Helicopter Simulator - for Macintosh Mac OS X.
- Realflight - Free skins from New Zealand
- RealFlight Home Page
- Reality Craft - RC Plane Master
- Reflex Flugsimulator - Reflex XTR
- Reflex XTR - extra models by The W3 Group
- Spektrum - Buddy Trainer DX7 & E-Flite Blade Tx
- Reflex XTR - Downloads for Win 7 compattibility
- Sail simulator.com - Free download
- Skyartec - 705 Buddy / Trainer setup
- Slope Soaring Simulator - Free open-source with an emphasis on slope-soaring,
- Spektrum - Buddy Trainer DX7 & E-Flite Blade Tx
- Tru-Flite Technology
- Tom's - RC Simulator update
- Vertigo flight simulator
- Xbox - Flight Simulators x 3
- YSFlight - Freeware
Flight & Sailing Simulator Interface Cables & Controllers (DIY) & Transmitter Setups.
- Buddy box lead for interface only pictures
- Build an R/C Stick Joystick - The Flying Penguin
- E-Sky, E-Flite TX Interface via Microphone socket for FMS & other R/C Simulators. - DIY
- E-Sky, E-Flite TX Interface via Microphone socket for FMS & other R/C Simulators. - DIY #2
- Flysky 9x, aka Imax 9x, aka Turnigy 9x, aka Eurgle 9 Ch - Setup For Use With Simulator
- Flysky 9x, aka Imax 9x, aka Turnigy 9x, aka Eurgle 9 Ch - Setup 8 ch on Simulator
- FMS - Free Flying Model Simulator - Interface DIY instructions
- FMS - Rudder Channel Not Working - fix.
- FMS Serial Interface - D.I.Y for GWS
- Futaba Controller - TX Conversion - RCFU
- Futaba7C 2.4Ghz - DIY Problem fixes for SIM connectors
- Hitec - Aurora 9 & other TX Simulator function Set-up
- Hitec - Setup & Mapping for Clearview, FMS & RC Desk Pilot.
- Hobbyzone & Parkzone - TX Interface via Microphone socket for FMS - DIY
- Multiplex - SX & other SIM setup for Phoenix etc.
- Multiplex - SX other MPX Pinouts for Trainer, SIM & Battery charger
- PPM/PCM R/C transmitter - USB interface
- PPM Stick aka PPM audio (Mono) Thermometer - diagnostic tool
- Skyartec - Interface Setup for Freeware
- Skyartec - USB Data & Simulator cable - DIY
- SmartPropoPlus - Connection via PC Microphone Socket - DIY for any TX
- TTi Tom's - How to set up PC USB Port, Calibrate TX and more
- TX - PC Interface - kitset - Ken Hewitt
- TX - PC Interface - D.I.Y Schematics for USB RC Joystick ****
- TX Trainer Connector Pinouts - for PC interface
- TX Buddy box plugs, Interface pin assignment - MFTech
- Wireless Simulator Interface - Simstick
- Wireless Simulator Interface - Simstream
- Zen Hura (aka Walkera) S.Video plug pinouts for FMS controllers
- Zen Hura (Walkera) TX - S Video connector pinouts
- Zen Hura (Walkera) TX - S Video pinouts - Realflight G2 & FMS etc
Trainer - Buddy Box - DIY Cables and Interbrand Connections.
- Buddy Box Compatibility Problems Between Different Brands of Transmitters ***
- BuddyMate Interface - Intelligent Buddy box lead
- Buddy (Trainer) Box Wireless Systems - Futaba and Others - includes price comparisons
- E-Sky - Buddy Trainer) Lead - DIY
- E-Flite_E-Sky_Storm & WFly Trainer Pinouts
- Flysky 9x, aka Imax 9x, aka Turnigy 9x, aka Eurgle 9 Ch - Trainer/Slave to Hitec & Futaba
- Flysky 9x, aka Imax 9x, aka Turnigy 9x, aka Eurgle 9 Ch - Trainer - Buddy to Spektrum & JR
- Futaba AM to Futaba FM Trainer Cord
- Futaba/Hitec to JR/GWS trainer lead ***
- Futaba - 8FG & 12FG Trainer Cord & FAQ
- Futaba - 9C set up with T-4YF & other TX
- Futaba - Never connect T6EX 2.4 Ghz trainer system with Futaba/Hitec TX which have DIN connection
- Futaba - Not all Futaba Slave/Buddy with another Futaba - Three different cable types.
- Futaba - Micro Square Plug for DIY Buddy/Trainer & Simulator Leads
- Futaba - Futaba Buddy Box FUTM4376 with other Computerised Tx e.g. A9
- GWS - Buddy (Trainer) to Hitec, Futaba, JR & Sanwa (aka Airtronics).
- GWS - DIY add Buddy/Trainer or Simulator connection
- Hitec Aurora Trainer / Buddy system Master & Slave function Set-up
- Hitec Buddy - Trainer Box Compatibility & Battery requirements.
- Hitec Trainer (Buddy) System Update - New "Stereo Plug" system and how to use
- Hitec & Futaba - Pinouts and Voltage out of 6 Pin Pin Plug cables
- Hitec & Futaba - Tactic Anylink Module Compatibility, Cables & Setup
- HobbyKing HK-T4A Tx and HK-TR6A Rx 2.4 GHz - Manual, Review (Pictorial Trainer setup is Post #4)
- Hobbyzone & Parkzone - TX Buddy - Trainer connection - DIY
- Intelligent Buddy Box Lead - JR to Hitec or Futaba & reverse
- JR Buddy box lead - antoon - gadgets
- JR & Spektrum - Buddy / Trainer Set Up. JR<>JR & JR<>Specktrum etc
- JR (aka Graupner) to Futaba or Hitec Trainer Cord
- JR - Buddy Boxing - MacGregor Industries UK
- Spektrum - JR Buddy Trainer Compatibility - yes DIY leads.
- Spektrum - JR Buddy Trainer Compatibility -<> Futaba & Hitec with HAN173
- Spektrum - P-Link Setup slave "instruction manual errors"
- Multiplex - Cockpit SX (& other MPX) to JR / Spektrum
- Multiplex - SX other MPX Pinouts for Trainer, SIM & Battery charger
- Multiplex to Hitec or Futaba buddy lead schematic
- Multiplex EVO training cable to Hitec, Futaba etc.
- Planet T7 & T5 - Buddy connection
- Sanwa (aka Airtronics) AM_FM Trainer Cord
- Sanwa (aka Airtronics) - RD & SD series are not compatible via trainer cord. (SD to SD Only)
- Spektrum - Buddy Trainer Compatibility list of Spektrum & JR TX
- Skyartec - 705 Buddy / Trainer setup
- Skyartec - 705 & 706 Wireless Buddy / Trainer setup
- Spektrum - Buddy Trainer- DX5e product recall.
- Spektrum - Buddy Trainer . DX6i product recall . NB never plug in a mono plug, use stereo plug only to avoid short circuit.
- Spektrum - Buddy Trainer . DX6i <> DX5e
- Spektrum - Buddy Trainer DX7 & E-Flite Blade Tx
- Spektrum - Buddy Dx6i<>E-flite LP5DSM & Dx5e<>Dx6i with video.
- Spektrum - Buddy Trainer . DX8 <> DX6i
- Trainer - Buddy Cord Warning: Use only Hitec One Way Cord between Futaba & Hitec TX - never a Futaba cable.
- PC to RC Interface
Calculators, Conversion, Center of Gravity, Electric Flight , MAC & Servo Torque calculation charts. (Flight trim see above)
- Balsa Density, Float size, Vacuum forming pictures etc - inc downloads
- Conversion & Calculation tables etc
- Metric - Imperial Converter - down load free zip file.
- CG & MAC - Graphic
- CG, MAC, Servo & Basic Model Calculators - R/C Aircraft Proving Grounds
- CG Calculator & Basic Design of Flying Wing Models
- CG of Rectangles, Trapazoids, Semi Circles, Semi Ellipses
- CG locater. "Vanessa" Simple Accurate Sling & Balance beam - email Alan for .pdf copy of original document
- Incidence - Measure & set Wing, tail and power system
- Convert - free download - convert units from one type to another ****
- Convert Watts to VA and KVA to KW etc Simplified
- Convert Watts to Amps etc - Simplified
- Design Calc - Lee Van Tassle's RC Airplane Design Calculator inc Floats, Canards, CG etc - email Alan for winzip copy of original
- Drive Calculator - Free tool for motor analysis
- Dynamically Similar Values - Scale Factors
- Electric Flight - Drive Calculator V2.1 ***
- Electric Model Airplane Design Calculator
- Electric Motor Calculator - match motor, prop, amps & battery etc
- Entisoft Units -- Measurement Conversion Calculator --
- Free Software ex NASA_design jet engine, airfoils, kites, Rockets etc.
- G Force Calculator
- Metric and Imperial Wire Gauge AWG / SWG
- Martindale's Calculators On-Line Center - (over 1900 covers almost every possibility)
- Motor Calc Program - find which motor, battery and prop is right for your EP airplane
- "MotoCalc" Electric Flight Performance Prediction Software
- Performance Slide Rule Calculator - Servo torque, Horsepower, Stall Speed etc.
- PPM Stick aka PPM audio (MONO) Thermometer - diagnostic tool
- Propeller Calculator - freeware.
- Prop Power Thrust, Noise, Fuel Oil Mix, Crank Threads, Doppler Effect Calculator
- Pulley, Belt and Chain Calculator
- RC Calculators - C.Gadd. [Servo Torque, Wing Loading, Glow to Electric etc.]
- RC Performance calculators - Thrust, hp, Airspeed, RPM vs Load. etc
- Scale Rulers - printable x 16 scales.
- Servo Torque & Basic Model Calculators - R/C Aircraft Proving Grounds
- Servo Torque Calculator - by Chuck Gadd
- WCF Engineering Reference Data and Links ***
- Weight Estimation Spreadsheet - Jim Ryan
- Wing Cube Loading (WCL) Calculator & Convert Imperial/Metric
- Wing Spar - Calculations for Composite Spars
- Work out power train required for electric aeroplanes ***
Cars & Trucks
- Academy RC Cars - current list and specs.
- Academy RC Car - option and spare parts picture lists
- Academy RC cars, spare parts, performance parts and accessories - Retail sales and service
- Academy RT-4GP Racing Truck - details
- Academy RT4-GP ProSpec _RCCA Review.
- Academy SB Sport EP_RCCA review
- Academy SB Sport PRO Buggy kit - RCU Review ***
- Academy SB Sport V2 Buggy Pro - RCU review
- Basics Part 1: Fuel Basics - RC Car
- Boca Bearing Company
- DuraTrax (part of Great Planes/Tower Group)
- Engine Care - Horror stories with pictures - HPI Racing
- FAQ for R_C electric off-road racing
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Gear Animations, Pitch explanations, conversions etc.
- How to - Car, Engine maintenance Manuals & fuels etc.
- How to: Install any type of clutch
- HiSpeed, HSP, Himoto, Redcat - same vehicles.
- HPI
- Kyosho Cars and Trucks
- Lauterbacher Modelltechnik 1/5 RC cars
- Le Gravos Race Team T2M
- Links to RC Car web pages & Distributors
- Losi On-Line
- Medial Pro
- MCD Racing 1/5 scale.
- Mugen Seiki
- Mugen Racing
- Nitro Engine Tuning [also refer section below "Engines,Plugs,Tuning, Petrol, Turbines, Mufflers, Cleaning, ]
- NitroReview. - Reviews of almost every car engine
- Painting Bodies - Four Fast Finishes
- Parma
- Pro-Line Racing
- Radio Controlled Vehicles
- RC Gearing.com - Live schedule of various models and power trains in use.
- RC Car Pro Racer Secrets by Sirace
- RC Car Racing Guide, Articles, FAQ, Tuning etc
- RC Manufacturers - Cars_Trucks
- RCNewz - Cars & Trucks on line magazine
- RC Trucks
- ROAR
- Schumacher
- Shanghai Lily Bearing Manufacturing - RC Bearings
- T2M
- TamiyaNitro.com
- Tamiya TEU101-BK ESC - The Truth as to motor type functionality
- Team Associated R_C Cars
- Team Novak Home Page
- Tekin Electronics - ESC
- Thunder Tiger.... EK-4 S2 Nitro Monster Truck...*****
- Thunder Tiger.... EK.4 .... Reviews and upgrades for "The Monster"
- Wheel & Tyre (Tire) Balancer - D.I.Y. #01
- Wheel & Tyre (Tire) Balancer - D.I.Y. #02
- Traxxas Home Page
- Trinity R_C Racing Online!
- TTR - RC - The 1:10th Touring Site ***
- Ze Gravos - France
Micro Racers
- QFM Racing's Tips
- Bit Char-G UK
Catapults, Bungees, Takeoff Dollys & Winches
- Catapult, Bungee & Dolly launch methods - DIY several types - email Alan for .pdf.
- Bungymania (select "Dossiers" then "Tir Bungee") ****
- Bungee (High Startt) - Simple Physics and Dimensions
- Bungee Launching RC Sailplanes ("High Start")
- Bungee Slope Plane Launcher - DIY
- Dolly Design info
- Dynaflite Hi-Starts
- Dynamics of Bungee Launching - Ezone article
- Electric winch (12V) - email Alan for Jpeg of winch & turnaround plans.
- Golden Retriever - site down, email Alan for copy .pdf file.
- "How to" use a winch.
- LiteFlite Engineering
- Me 163B RC take off Dolly
- Northeast Sailplane Products -- Winch Stuff
- The Easimore Launching System
- The "Hi-Start" launching system - DIY
- Tow hooks
- Winch launching
- Winching
Cell Phone Warnings
- British Model Flying Association - BMFA - safety bulletins - Mobile phones
- Canadian & NZ Cellphone warning for R/C
- Iphones can control RC models on 2.4 GHz
- Mobile phone radiation - headlines
- NZ Govt. -"Why must I switch off my cellphone in aircraft, hospitals and petrol stations."
- RC Groups Discussion
- RunRyder - Mobile Phone and Synth TX warning
- RunRyder - Mobile Phone - RC Interference...
- Scientists Demand Cell Phone Warnings
Colours & Visibility for models (see also "Covering & Painting" as well as "Paints, Colour Charts, Mix Formulae & Strippers & How to spray F/Glass and ABS etc" below)
- Colours for high altitude flying - PJ Burke
- Colouring R_C Aircraft - SAI
- Colour Wheel
- Model Aircraft Colour design - downloadable program
- Simmers Paintshop - Airforce colour charts (RGB & FS inckuded) and mixes
- USN & USMC WWII & Contemorary
- What Colours do we Fly & Tips for better Aircraft Visibility -(if site down - email Alan for .pdf copy) ***
Combat - RC
- RC Combat
- Combat Gremlins
- SPAD (Simple Plastic Airplane Designs)
- Streamer Machine
- Streamer Splitter for combat RC
- R/C Combat - Gremlins
Control Line
- 3-line control systems - Electronic Throttle or Retract control
- ALC control line club
- Andy Whortons C/L Page - BMFA & FAI - AJWLTD
- Brass Fuel Tanks for Model Airplanes
- Complete list of C/L articles.
- C/L Aeromodeling Link Pages, Clubs, and Forums
- C/L Model Aircraft Nostalgia in Australia
- C/l Model Airplanes - Bill Kuhl
- C/L Model Airplanes = Iskandar taib
- Electric Control Line
- Göran Olsson's C/L Page
- Hip Pocket Aeronautics - Building and Flying CL, FF & RC Airplanes
- Peter Nyffeler's C/L
- Stunt Hangar - good hints & tips
- Trelleborg Model Flying Club
- U-Control 2000 - Gabriele Macrì
Covering Materials & How to Apply Instructions (see also Colours & Visibility above)
- See Also: "Paints, Colour Charts, Mix Formulae & Strippers & How to spray F/Glass and ABS etc" (below)
- Chalking, colouring and covering with Tissue
- Chemical Compatibility of Common Model Finishing Materials
- Cover Foam Wings With Brown Paper - Ezone
- Cover small models with tissue - M.A.N. tips.
- Covering & Painting Techniques***
- Covering Material - Hinge & or Seal Gaps
- Covering Tips & Techniques - RCU article
- Covering Tutorial for Beginning Builders
- Covering with OS (Foodwrap) film
- Coverite Home Page
- Dope - Types and How to use
- Elapor - How to paint.
- Elapor - Cover with Fibreglass or use F/Glass Strapping Tape in impact areas.
- Fibreglass Cloth Covering by Jim Ryan
- Flite-Metal FAQ
- Klass Kote (epoxy paint)
- Koverall - Sig Heat Shrinkable
- Laminating film (Doculam) - DIY instructions with video
- Laminating film - Doculam Discoveries
- Lite Films,Covering & colouring & weights - Roy Bourke
- Light plastic film - types & techniques for micro flyers - M.A.N article
- Monokote - How to apply & covering tips
- Monokote - How to apply over fiberglass and for longivity
- MonoKote & LustreKote Surface Preparation & Painting
- Oracover = Ultracote = Profilm Horizon"s Tips & Tricks articles
- Oracover - Holland - pictorial how to use.
- Ozcover & Rhinocover - review
- Painting Canopies (Heli) - email Alan for file.
- Painting RC models with Latex Paint
- Pennyplane - lightweight building & covering for indoor duration
- Polyester (Chiffon) - cheap strong material covering
- Poly-Fiber Polyester Fabrics
- Polyurethane (Water based) - adhere and finish fibreglass and Koverall cloth etc.
- Printing on Balsa & Tissue - Realistic Scale Covering
- RhinoCover Base White
- Scale Rib Stitch
- Silk (Thai silks)
- Silkspan Covering - How to and Why
- Silkspan - Covering with
- Solarfilm (Solartex, Solite, Solarspan, So-lite, Fibafilm)
- Solite - How to apply this ultra lite film
- Solite - Advanced Covering Techniques
- SPAD (Simple Plastic Model Design) - use of plastics
- Tinting & Colouring Clear Canopies - David Tatosian & others. (if site down - email Alan for .pdf copy.)
- Toughlon covering
- Two Color Covering with iron on films - RCFU
- Ultracote® ( aka ProFilm & OraCover) Tips & Tricks = Horizon Hobby :
Decals & Custom Cut Vinyl Lettering & Graphics
- AeroGraphics - Custom Aircraft Decals & Logos
- Best brands of the world - make into your own decals
- Callie Graphics
- Ceramic Decals - Water-Slide Ceramic Transfers - BEL Inc.
- CustomCut Vinyl Lettering and Graphics
- Decalerstellung und Decalverkauf
- Decals: SuperCal Water Slide Decals
- DIY Decals - Testors Custom Decal System
- Free decal downloads - Vektorgrafiken für Scalemodelle
- Inkjet Decal Paper
- Pyramid Products
- Rcmodelgraphics
- Stika self made labels
Directories, Links & R_C References -
- Aero Model Club sites around the world
- BlackFlight Models
- Google Search - rec.models.rc air
- Intl. List of Scale Model Related Web Sites
- John Kallend's home page
- Military links - Aircraft, Boats, Weapons etc
- MSN Groups - Scale Models & RC Categories
- Multidisciplinary collaboration for Communication, Research, and Lunch
- Open 2.4 R/C Project - newsgroup for all info on 2.4GHz
- R/C Aero (Australia)
- RC Soaring Digest magazine - free
- R/C Soaring - UK
- Usenet R_C Newsgroups
Disabled, handicapped? - how to overcome disabilities to use RC
- Adapting a TX for an enthusiastic paraplegic pilot
- Amazing Flying Chair
- Heli-Chair
- John Cinderey's pages
- Quadriplegic RC'r - Kim's Home Page
- Single stick Transmitters - with videos
- Transmitter - Single Stick Conversion - DIY install.
- Transmitter - Single Stick Conversion - D_Graves
- Transmitter - Single Stick Conversion - Microstar
- Transmitter - Single Stick Conversion all brands - radio South
Ducks = Radio Control Duck = RC Decoy.
- RC Duck ... link down, email request DIY instructions.
- Radio Controlled Duck
- Remotedeek
- The RC Duck - Dr Spiff ....... (if site down, request a .pdf copy)
- Vac-U-Duck
Electric Flight - RC & Tethered "Round the pole"
- Electric Flight FAQ - Dummies Guide to Modern RC EP Systems
- Electric Flight - "Kill & ARM" On/Off Switch for EP models_even if Throttle Lock available.
- EP - How to Wire Twin EP Motors
- Twin and Multi Motor Instalations - Series vs. Parallel
- Twin Motor - Trim Twin EP Motors
- Everything You ever Wanted to Know About Electric Flight FAQ
- Volts and Amps for Dummies - The Magic of Electric Flying .pdf
Electric Flight
- Which Electric Power Model to buy - Annual reviews, answers and pictures ***
- Advanced Propulsion - JLN Labs - ElectroHydroDynamics ( E.H.D.)
- AMP-lifying the Ace Cloud Dancer - convert .40 GP to electric
- British Electric Flight
- Castle Creations - ESC
- Diversity Model Aircraft - Inc calculator for run time
- Dymond Model Sport
- EFLIGHT Archive search
- Electric Ducted Fan
- Electric Flight
- E/Flight - Drive Calculator V2.1 ***
- Electric R_C Resources
- Electromagnetic Interference Reduction ***
- Electronic Speed Controller
- Electronic Speed Control - Why BEC and LVC cause most EP RX problems.
- EMS Jomar Official Web Site
- ESC's for Beginners - FAQ re Amperage and extending life of ESC
- ESC BEC - Why Switch mode Regulator is best & Installation thereof.
- F5D UK Model Airplane Pylon Racing
- The EZONE - many "how To" articles and tips etc.
- GWS - e/flight education videos inc add heatsink to ESC.
- Hydro-Foam - Jean-Louis Naudin
- Kill Switch - Add Throttle kill Switch to Transmitter - DIY Safety
- Kress Jets Inc. - Gas and Electric Model Planes
- Kyosho Airplanes
- Low-Tech A-10 Electric Ducted Fan
- R_C Battery Clinic
- RT Models -Ducted Fan Jets
- SES45ADS Ultra smart & small 45-200A ESC with failsafe & lost model alarm..
- Spectra-V_ Fit gearbox & V-tail to a Spectra - Stefan's Electric RC
- The Future is Electric - [Ken Myers - EFO - Electric Flyers Only]
- WeMoTec (ducted fans)
- What About All Those NiCads - Tony van Roon
- Work out power train required for electric aeroplanes ***
Fly by Wire = Round The Pole
- Fly By Wire
- Ballards Model Shop
- Electric Round The Pole
- Round the Pole (RTP) Flying
- RTP Electric Flight - DIY controllers and plans
- Skonk Works
Electronic Speed Control (ESC) , DIY BEC & ESC Circuits, Mixers & Reverser.
- ESC - 101 on what and ESC are & How ESC Operates
- SES-45ADS Ultra smart & small ESC. 45-200A with failsafe & LMA
- Battery Eliminator Circuits (BEC) - DIY & FAQ
- Battery Eliminator Circuits (BEC) - DIY Redundant, Scalable and Cheap BEC
- Battery Eliminator Circuits (BEC) - Why EP Flyers must not rely on BEC systems
- DIY Electronic Speed Control designs for brushed & Brushless motors
- Eric Behr's Collection of ESC
- ESC - RCTimer Turnigy Hobbywing ESC DIY Firmware Flashing
- EPA, ATV, Dual Rates & Expo Differences & Caution + ESC BEC Set Up
- ESC/BEC - When BEC can be used in parallel.
- ESC 40A with BEC & brake
- ESC - Brushless + Electronic-Circuits
- ESC - Brushless - effect on BEC when Run In Parrallel
- ESC - DIY ***
- ESC - DIY using an old servo.
- ESC - Programming Card DIY
- ESC - How to Set up for First Time """
- ESC - Low Voltage Cutoff Reset - warning re different detection settings between brands.
- GWS ICS300/480 Voltage cutoff Mod for Lithium packs
- Hitec & Aristocraft SP-610RF ESC for Boats - Spec & Instructions (no longer produced)
- Rondo ESC - DIY homebrew
- Miniature High-Rate ESC inc BEC
- Oscilloscope - Download software & manual to convert your PC Soundcard ***
- PWM Frequencies
- PIStix adapter - allows the use of aircraft speed controls in electric racing cars & boats
- Quark ESC for brushless. 7 modes for Cars, Boats, Planes & Heli.. Forward & Reverse . (+ video set up.)
- Servo Reverser - DIY
- Tamiya TEU101-BK ESC - The Truth as to motor type functionality
- Switchmode Regulator - DIY
- V-Tail & Elevon Mixer - setting up a standard mixer (e.g. GWS VR-Tail ll)
- V-Tail & Elevon Mixer - DIY build your own_1
- V-Tail & Elevon Mixer - DIY build your own_2
Electronic Circuits & Connectors for RC & DIY Modellers.
- DIY RC Electronic links - RCGroups
Electric Power Connectors
- Deans' Ultra Plug connector [aka "Super Plug"]
- Anderson Power Products connectors [aka "Sermos connectors")
Actuators for micro flight
- Actuators and Actuator controlled designs
- How to make an actuator ( step by step )
- Micro R/C Car Hacks for Model Airplane Use
- Magnetic Actuator Drivers
- 2.4-GHz Spectrum Analyzer - Low Cosr
- Altimeter Project
- Altimeter - Winged Shadow Systems - micro
- Black Wire Corrosion
- Brownout Detector - DIY Real Rx Voltage Sag
- Circuit Central
- Circuit Diagrams for Model Aircraft
- Circuits for RC gadgets - Jo Aichinger ***
- Creating Printed Circuit Boards - Easy DIY
- Design for RC models - Russia
- DIY - Navlight + Strobe + Beacon - FREE DIY circuit
- DIY - Radio Control Electronic Projects & Gadgets
- Dump "r" DIY discharge RX and TX packs
- Electric Hobby Projects
- Electronic projects and tutorials ***
- Electronic Circuits for the Hobbyist - Tony Van Roon
- Electrical Conductivity of Materials
- Electronic Gadgets (Projects) for RC - Tony Van Roon
- Electronics Pages - Circuits etc by Tomi Engdahl's
- Electronics Hobby Page
- Electronize Model Electronics
- High Frequency - Archives ***
- kens RC home page
- LED Calculator - RC Cam Projects
- Lost Model Alarm (LMA ) - Plane Finder with fail safe
- Lost Model Alarm (LMA) - for use with 2.4GHz systems
- Lost Model Alarm - Plane finder
- Merlin PCB Designer
- Newark Electronics, Catalog = Electronic Components
- OHM'S Calculator
- On Off RC Switches - Opto Isolated - Includes DIY
- Optic Isolators - S.M.Services (U.K.) Ltd
- Philips Semiconductors;
- Radio control electronics - DIY fault finding and repair [Norcim] ***
- Radio Electronics Pages - Build your own TX & RX
- Ram Radio Controlled Models Home Page
- Receiver & Solenoid wiring for use with SLA (Gell Cell battery)
- RC Creative Electronics
- RC Frequency Monitor - DIY
- RC Groups Discussion - DIY Electronics
- RC Systems - DIY build your own & other RC projects. #1
- RC Systems - DIY build your own & other RC projects. #2
- RF Sniffer - Simple DIY
- Schiepatti Switch - for camera operation, glow driver etc
- Servo Basics and Servo Drivers
- Servo Driver
- Servo Signal Generator & Tester
- Servo Reverser
- Stefan's Electric R-C Web Site
- Supercircuits Inc. ..Micro video camera etc.
- Sirius Electronics-TX Diodes bridging
- Suding Associates Inc. - Main Page
- Technical Library
- Voltage regulator = BEC 5V & 6V for Boats, cars and airplanes
Electric Motors - FAQ Break in ,Tuning, Calc and DIY Build & Balance Brushless.
Brushless Electric Motors - DIY, Build & Repair your own Brushless Motors
- Electric Motors - articles 1 to 5 by Brian Mulder ***
- Brushless - DIY Replace bent shaft
- Brushless - DIY Reverse Outrunner Shaft
- Brushless motors - "Dry Testing"
- Brushless Motor FAQ - cd-rom tricks - Ron van Sommeren ***
- Brushless Motors - Out runners must be Balanced
- Brushless - Tutorial & Troubleshooting Guide
- Brushless RC Car Racing Motor myths
- How to fix brushless outrunner - Video
- lrk-torquemax e-motors - How to build your own.
- LRK = Make your own brushless gearless motor, 200-800watts
- LRK and CD-rom manufacturers - list. & How to make your own outrunners etc.
- Outrunner Or Geared Brushless
Electric Motor Calculator - free
- Electric Motor Calculator - match motor, prop, amps & battery etc
- Data calculator - EP Motor
- Motor Calculator - determine Multiplex motor, ESC, battery & prop for your EP airplane
- Thrust Calculator Stand - DIY Test Rig Designs ***
Electric Motor Information - General including Break-in & Tuning
- Astro Flight Inc.
- Aveox Brushless Motors
- Aveox Virtual Test Stand
- Electrics - motors - Steve Lewin ***
- Electric Motor - Break in for best performance
- EP Motor and break-in procedures (especially Zagi 400)
- How to measure motor's maximum current draw and suppress electrical noise
- HS Motors = Changzhou Haosheng motor Co; Ltd, (Walkera etc)
- Johnson Motor
- Kontronik
- Kyosho Electric Motors
- Mabuchi Motor
- MaxCim Motors
- Megamotor
- Minimotor SA - Miniature drive system
- Motor whine - Cause & cure
- PickPwr - Choosing the right power package
- Prosilver - review
- Schulze-elektronik
- Timing EPS300C - picture tutorial DIY breaki-in & tuning EP can motors ***
- Twin and Multi Motor Instalations - Series vs. Parallel
- Twin Motor - Trim Twin EP Motors
Engines,Plugs,Tuning, Petrol, Turbines, Mufflers, Cleaning, etc
- ABC, ABN, Ringed & Lapped - differences ***
- Engine Care - Horror stories with pictures - HPI Racing
- Engine Tech Questions ***
- Crankshaft thread size - Great Hobbies Tech Article
- Fliteline Solutions - Determine Engine Condition ***
- Genesys On Board Alternator - Charging system for RC models
- MECA = Model Engine Collectors Assn
- Miniature model engines, 4 Str, Radial and others
- Model Engine Tests (Glow and Diesel)
- Radio Control Engines: FAQ Nitro Engines for RC Cars, Airplanes and Boats
- Old engine models, bazaar, discussions about models
Animated Engines = Co2, Wankel, Gnome Rotary and many more
- Animated Engines - Full selection.
- Animated Engines, CO2
- Animated Engines, Single Cylinder Stirling
Bearings, Metal Working, Mufflers, Tuned Pipes.
- Abec Tolerances
- Aluminum Welding How to Weld Aluminium
- Bearing Sizes & Types - RC-Bearings.com
- Bearings - list of all popular Hobby & Motor sizes.
- Bearings - Pictorial DIY replacement in RC engines.
- Bendy pipes + scale Manifolds for large engines
- Bisson Custom Mufflers
- Boca Bearings for glow engines
- Fly Quiet - Sound reducing mufflers .049 to big
- FMV Storey - Engine & Bearing Fit and design.
- Four Stroke Mufflers and Angled Elbows
- Installation of Model Engine Bearings
- JTEC Model Engine Accessories
- krumscheid
- Macs Products Website - exhausts and smoke systems
- Metalworking FAQ/Compendium
- Mousse Can Muffler (DIY cheap mini tuned pipe) - RCFU
- Peacekeeper Mufflers
- Pipes for Aeromodeling
- PSP Manufacturing
- Repair orTighten 4 str muffler threads.
- Slimline Manufacturing
- Techo Weld
- The Tuned Pipe - Modifying Your Engine
- Tuned Pipes - FAQ - Andy Ellison
- Tuned Pipe Designer - JavaPipe: - download calculator
- Tuned Pipes - The Technology of (emphasis on RC cars/trucks)
- Tuned Pipes - The mystery of - four part series + downloads
- Ultrathrust Mufflers
Carburettors, Tuning & Performance Testing, Glow Plugs.
- 2 Stroke Engine Pages Index , Tuning & Diagnostics
- Airplane flight,model airplanes,engines,aerodynamics - Pé Reivers
- Break-in four stroke engine - How to
- Cen Racing - good tutorial on tuning, care & maintenance ***
- C.H.Ignition
- Engine analysis and technical articles - performance boating
- Engine Technical Notes-VERY complete!
- Engine Tuning - RC Cars & Trucks ***
- Carburettor Throttle Linkage - How to set up GP & Petrol models with throttle curve.
- Extend Engine Life - M.A.N article
- Fuels - Brian Hampton
- Glow Plugs- Brian Hampton
- Glow Plugs - Selection Guide - cross reference of most plugs.
- Glow Plugs - The technology of
- Cox engine - "How to Get Best Performance" Cox manual. .pdf
- How to Rebuild Your Nitro Engine - RC Nitro Magazine,***
- Engine Bearings - DIY pictorial refit for model engines.
- K&B owners guides - Carbuettor tuning etc
- Modifying Your Engine - Expansion Chambers etc
- NitroReview_reviews of almost every car_truck engine
- One-way valve - Gasoline Check Valve
- One-way valve - Glow Fuel
- Performance Testing of Engines - Martin.Hepperle
- Perry Pumps & Carburettors
- Plasma Liners (Ceramic piston & liners etc) see also Norvel engines.
- Prop and rpm performance figures - RCFAQ
- Radial Engine FAQ (RC Warbirds)
- Regulated fuel supply for large engines - Pe Reivers
- Running In Engines - Brian Hampton
- Setting the Idle Mixture _ Brian Hampton
- Smart Plugs - Applications
- Squish Clearance - RC Boat.com
- Start Your Engine Right the First Time and Keep It Running
- Super Tigre set up - by Pe Reivers
- Tune Engine - how to find the sweetspot #01 ***
- Tune and set car/truck carburettor
- Tuning and setting Car & Truck engines - Racing Tech tips ***
Cleaning & Starter Motors (Homemade & On board)
- 1/2 A Starter Motors - .049 -.10 (email Alan for 3 easy DIY units with cheap 540/550 EP motor)
- Antifreeze
- Clean and free up RC Engines & Replace Bearings (email Alan as above .pdf)
- FEMA On-Board Engine Starters
Engine Noise Reduction & Engine - Propeller combination test results
- Doppler Effect - RPM on Ground and in Air
- Noise reduction - How to by Flying Sites.
- Noise Reduction - keep your flying sites
- Noise test results & procedures - Blackridge & District MFC
Glow, Diesel & CO2 Engines - all (Home pages)
- Glow Engines - How to run on Petrol in lieu of Methanol
- AP Engines (ASP clone = Sanye Machinery Co Ltd.)
- ASP engines (A.S.P.) (Sanye Machinery Co Ltd.)
- Aviastar Engines
- Axe Motor Rossi (previously known as "Rossi")
- Cen Racing - Includes good care & maintenance and tuning of engines.
- Chung Yang Industries Co., Ltd. - Vertex (VX) Engines
- Cox Engines
- Coc engine parts -
- Cox Reed Valve FAQ
- CS Engines (Raptorz = Meng Ying)
- Cyclon Engines - FAI & F2B etc. Ru.
- Davis Diesel
- Desert Sky Model Aviation _
- DN - Re_ OS 120 Gemini power_
- Dynamite = Horizon Hobby = rebranded SH Engine
- Great Hobbies - Tech Talk crankshaft thread sizes
- Enya distributor = B.J.'s Model Engine Service
- Fox engines - manuals
- Fuji Engine
- Gasparin's (Stefan ) Miniature CO2 motors.
- GMS Engines
- Hobao Racing
- HP Engines
- Irvine Ltd
- Irvine Engines
- JBA engines = Vmax, Jen, Revtech & Pichler etc
- JELmotors - RC Car
- Jett Engineering
- Just Engines
- K&B index
- Laser Engines
- Leo engines
- Magnum
- Mathe Engines (Italy)
- MECA (Model Engine Colletors Assn.) homepage
- MDS - Engines
- MDS - Manual
- ModelEngine.com - K & B, Mecoa, HB, HP, Kavan, Fuji
- Model Rotary Flyer
- Moki
- Moki engine
- MP Jet
- MVVS - Just Engines
- MVVS - engines CZ
- MVVS model engines - Pe Reivers
- Nelson Engines - Performance Specialties
- NitroReview_reviews of almost every car_truck engine
- Norvel
- Norvel Engines - extensive FAQ (RCU thread)
- Novarossi micro engines
- OFNA Racing - Nitro Engines
- OPS engines
- O.S. Engines
- O.S. Wankel reviews and adjustments
- O.S. Engines - Manufacturing Timeline 1936-2007)
- P-Line Models - Diesel engines
- PAW diesel engines [Progressive Aero Works]
- Picco (aka Omega and/or Omega Picco)
- RCV Engines Ltd
- RJL,Kavan<Mecoa,Sophia,HP
- Rossi Engine(s) manual .pdf
- Saito - Horizon
- Saito - Brenton Watkins - hints and tips
- Sanye Machinery Co.,Ltd = ASP, AP, Magnum,SC etc
- SH Car Engines (aka Dynamite, Sportsworks, LRP, XTM)
- Sharma Model Aero Engines and Propellers
- SIRIO Star-Motor Engeneering
- Super Tigre (see also " Carbs & Tuning")
- Tartan Engines
- Thunder Tiger Engines-Airplane: GP Series
- Thunder Tiger Engines-Airplane: PRO Series
- Thunder Tiger Engines: Airplane: 4-Stroke Series
- Thunder Tiger Engines: Car & Buggy Series
- Thunder Tiger Engines: Heli Series
- Tiger Shark Engines - China
- Tiger Shark Engines - USA -
- Toki - Shuwa Industries jp.
- Two Stroke and Four Stroke Engines
- Webra Motor
- YS - Japan
- YS engines - USA
Jet Engines, Jetex, Pulse Jets and Turbines
- Airtoi micro turbine specs database
- Airtoi, Jet related links
- AMT Advanced Micro Turbines
- AMT USA, Aviation Microjet Technology
- Azznett - turbine fittings
- BVM Jets
- Crazy jet engine uses***
- Cruise Missile - D.I.Y.***
- DIY Junkyard Turbojet Engine - Built From Junkyard Parts!
- Gas Turbine Builders Association
- Gear Turbine - Retrodynamic
- Homebuilt Jet Engines
- Home made jet & pulsejet engine
- Jet Powered Models, Pulse Jets
- Jetex
- Jetex powered
- Klub Modelarstwa Lotniczego
- Model Mechanics SA - Turbines
- Pulse jet & V1 detail
- Pulse Jet Engines
- Pulse Jet power & models
- Rocket Research Pulse Jet
- SimJet Micro Turbines
- Tamjets
- Turbo Jet
- Turbines, homebuilt FAQ pictures etc
- Wren Turbines Ltd
Petrol engines, carburettors and ignition systems
- Pro Spark Ignition systems
- First Place Gas Engines
- Quadra Aerrow. Engines, 2 Stroke Engines, UAV, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, Model Aircraft
- Quadra Aerrow. Engines, (Q35, Q40, Q50, Q65, Q80) manual (.pdf)
- Gas Motors - Set Up,Running, Trouble Shooting
- Engines-Vol I No. 1 Pg 16 _ Power and Economy From Quadra
- B & B Specialties, Inc. = Quadra USA
- BME Engines
- Carr Precision
- CH Ignition systems
- Cheetah - Reids Quality Models
- Conley Precision Engines. 1/4 scale V8 etc.
- Convert Glow to Petrol - Spark Ignition
- DA engines -Desert Aircraft -- Giant Scale Engines, Kits and Accessories
- D&B Engines by Ridge Machine
- DLA Engines - (Feiao Model, Shaanxi,China)
- DLE Engines - Mi Le HaoXiang Model Technology Ltd (formerly DL Power)
- Enya 180 X-GS - Gas Glow Petrol engine with Glow in lieu of sparkplug
- Erickson Motors - Migrating Combustion Chamber.
- Falkon electronic [electronic ignition for ZDZ etc]
- FAQ for Gas beginners - email Alan, address at top, for details.
- First Place Engines!
- Fox Engines
- Fuji Engines
- Gas Engines
- J& A Engineering
- JBA engines
- Kavan
- MacMinarelli - Italy
- Mathe - Italy
- Moki Engines
- MVVS engines CZ
- MVVS - UK
- Optical Kill Switches - Do Not Use RCEXL & Others with Common Ground (Negative) line
- Quadra Q35-40-42, US35-41 Parts Breakdown,
- RCS ENGINES = Moki engines & ZDZ
- Ryobi - 31cc conversion
- Sachs Dolmar
- Stihl - How to convert 27cc
- Strictly I.C. - Magazine on Miniature Internal Combustion Engines
- Taurus Engines
- 3W Motors
- U.S. Engines
- YW Gasoline engine
- Zenoah Engines
- Zenoah - giant scale engines
- Zenoah, Titan etc - Toni Clark
- ZDZ - modelmotor, Czech Republic
Steam Engines & Sterling Engines
- The Flying Steam Engine
- A Stirling engine which runs on a coffee cup by JL Naudin
- Mamod - Steam Engines and Vehicles.
- SteaMECH - Live Steam Engine Models
- Stirling Engines
FAQ = Answers for Beginners and Advanced RC'ers
- 2.4GHz -Transmitter and Receiver Antenna Orientation for best 2.4Ghz Reception
- Arming Switches for EP Models & Propeller Strikes ***
- Antenna - Original lengths & DIY Replacements for PPM & 2.4Ghz for Hitec, Futaba, GWS, JR & others
- Beginners Guide to R/C Flight
- Flight Conditions Mixes etc. Primarily A9 FAQ, much Info also relates to other modern Tx.
- How Radio Control Systems work - Index & 35 page pdf *****
- RC Models - Maximum Range of Transmitters (Operation)
- Servo - Installation into fuselage & wings - extensive pictorial *****
- "What Happens When I Wiggle The Sticks" -
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- Aerodynamics, Beginners' Guide and lots of info about R/C Model Aircraft
- AeroModels
- `Aeromodelismo' articles - use "Babelfish' at top this page to translate ex Spanish in need.
- Alan's models. two of many..
- Ampeer - Ken Myers' EFO [Electric Flight Only]
- Armiong Switch for EP Models
- Barnstormers Links
- Basic Flight Instruction
- Beginners Airstrip
- AM, FM, PCM & Spread Spectrum radios - FAQ re differences
- Beginners' Guide to Model Aircraft ***
- Beginners Guide to Pushrods And Connectors
- Beginners Guide to Radio Control (RC) - The original
- Bezel Wrench for Transmitter Switches - DIY
- Blue Max R_C Web Site
- Bolt and Nut Dimensions - Convert USA<>Metric.
- Bolts, Screws, Hex, Drill & Tap sizes, International sizes = Tech Charts
- BeaufortScale. [Wind Speed Scale - is it to windy to fly?]
- BURN IN - Aging of RC Transmitter, Receiver & Servo components
- Canard & Elevon Mixing
- Carburettor Throttle Linkage - How to set up GP & Petrol models with throttle curve.
- Carl Goldberg Models - General Information Booklet .pdf *****
- Convert styrofoam gliders e,g, U-2 to RC_1
- Convert styrofoam gliders e.g. U-2 to RC_2
- Convert styrofoam gliders e.g. U-2 to RC_3
- Convert styrofoam gliders to a Wally Wing
- Convert Foam Model Stick Motor Mounts for Brushless
- D Link Connectors = One plug Wing Joiner for multiple servos in removable wings
- Electric Flight FAQ - Dummies Guide to Modern RC EP Systems
- Electric Flight FAQ - Everything You ever Wanted to Know
- Electric Flight FAQ - Throttle Safety for TX without "Throttle Lock"
- Electric Power Basics (.pdf ebook by Ken Myers - Jan11)
- Electric Power - Every Thing You wanted To Know about EP Flight (pdf ebook by Ken Myers )
- Electronic Speed Control - How to Set up for First Time
- Electronic Speed Control - Will not arm/start? How to set up Computerised Transmitters for ESC.
- Electronic Speed Control - Understanding BEC and LVC features & limitations
- EPP Expanded Polypropylene FAQ & DIY
- FAQ for beginners as per the Flying Penguin
- Failsafe - RC-Cam answers
- Flight Log for models & motors - Freeware Download
- Flutter - Cause, Cure & Misconceptions - with video.
- Foorum.com - liste des titres
- Gadgets for Radio Control, Tony Van Roon.
- Gear - Animations, Pitch explanations, conversions etc.
- General Model Building Tips by Easy Built Models
- General Tips - The R/C Proving Grounds
- Glow driver - On Board Simple Systems
- Great Hobbies - Technical articles
- Helpful Hints ex United Modellers Association - with GIF images. *** if site down, email Alan
- High Flight Archive - Articles and Hints archives
- Hints,Tips and Construction - Tony van Roon #1
- Hints and Tips re electronics - Tony van Roon #2
- Hints & Tips - Hinges. Fabric, CA, Covering Material, Molded etc & Installation Methods.
- How to - Hot Wire Foam Cutter (more under "Foam - DIY Foam Cutting, Bows etc" below)
- How to - Tips by Ironsides #1
- How to - Tips & Tricks by Ironsides #2
- HowStuffWorks - Learn how Everything Works!
- Magnetics - FAQ re rare earth magnets - K&J Magnetics
- Metals for Modelers
- Metalworking FAQ/Compendium
- Model Airplane FAQ - G Hiddink
- Model Airplane News "how to" articles
- Model Builder's Information Source - Airfield Models
- Model Doctor.................Many Hints & Tips
- Open Source Software - Firmware for todays Transmitters - Compilation
- Optical Kill Switches - Do Not Use RCEXL & Others with Common Ground (Negative) line
- PIStix adapter - allows the use of aircraft speed controls in electric racing cars & boats
- Radio Control Airplanes - Photos, Movie Clips and more
- Radio Control Models (Just about everything by Martin X. Moleski, SJ) ***
- RC Explorer - DIY projects for RC Enthusiasts
- RCFAQ.com
- Repair FAQ.org - many helpful ideas on all aspects R/C
- R/C Hints & Tips, Construction for R/C - Tony Van Roon
- R_C Flight Training Guide
- R/C Helicopter Tips And Resources
- R_C Sailplanes .. Servo ..Radio ..FAQ
- RC Technical Tips_Articles w/pictures. - if site down, email Alan for a copy
- Rocket launcher - fire small rockets from RC models
- Rotary Driver System - for ailerons, elevators etc
- Scale Soaring UK - Hints & Tips
- Servo Installations
- Servo Installations - Flap linkage for Acro & Sailplane/Glider
- SIG Mfg's Basics of Radio Control *****
- Sig Kadet Senior - Photo illustrated "How to" Building & flying
- Sig Something Extra Tips
- Student Pilot Flight Instruction Manual - Palos RC
- Tailerons & V-Tails options & set up
- Tailerons vs Traditional Control Surface Configuration - with video.
- The Aussie Shed - Oddities_ Ninja Star, Vtol etc
- The Good Old Times - How the old timers built models and RC gear
- The Balsa Workbench - How to build Balsa Aircraft the old way.
- Timing EPS300C - picture tutorial DIY breaki-in & tuning EP can motors ***
- Tips by George
- Tips and Techniques - RC Proving Grounds
- Transmitter and Receiver Antenna - Orientation
- Vacuum Bagging a Foam Wing - How To _video downloads
- Vacuum Forming own Canopies
- Volts and Amps for Dummies - The Magic of Electric Flying .pdf
Field Boxes, Fuselage Jig, Wing Jig. Tail wheel, Transmitter Tray constr. DIY Helpful Hints
- Aircraft, Boat & Car Stands, Storage Racks etc DIY from PVC Pipe
- Airplane Storage Rack - DIY - Pictorial
- Air tow release , Restraint, Gravity fueling, Glow drivers,. Tx Tray etc.
- Bombdrop (email Alan for .pdf if site down)
- Build & Glass a DIY Engine Cowl
- Build & Install a DIY Engine Cowl - Trim to fit
- Thrust Calculator Stand - DIY Test Rig Designs
- CA Hinges - How to Install - RCU techniques
- Field Box - RCFU
- Field Box #2 - RCFU
- Field Box #3 - compact efficient - Email Alan. plan, instructions w/simple power panel
- Flaps _ DIY pictorial of various instalation for working flaps.
- Flaps & Ailerons for Sig Kadet Senior and other models
- Foot Pedal Speed Controller for Hobbyist Motor Tools - see post #7
- Fuselage Assembly Jig - RCFU
- Hot Biox - Keep your ZTransmitter and batteries warm to prevent damage during cold weather. Posts #1 & schematic #16
- Incidence Meter - DIY with Smartphone app
- Mounting Holes - Locating and Drilling
- Safety Bench - for RC Plane & Helicopter
- Scale undercarriage Design
- SFK Candy Drop Assembly
- Spoked Wheels - DIY - Flyrc
- Spoked wheels - DIY - RC Groups
- Tailwheel Construction and Fitting
- Tailwheel Construction (DIY Scale Leaf Spring) - RCFU
- Transmitter Tray - Helifreak
- Transmitter Tray - Howard Sullivan
- Transmitter Tray - JC's
- Transmitter Tray - RCFU
- Transmitter Tray - Trays, various_Wattflyer.
- Transmitter - Carry case
- Windsock, Wind Gauges & Beaufort Scale
- Wind Direction Indicator (Streamer) for 2.4GHz
- Wing Assembly Jig - RCFU
- Wire Bender - DIY Music Wire aka Piano Wire Bender & "Z" Bender
Fibreglass, Carbon, Resin Moulding & Casting Cowls, Spats,Canopies
- See also "Mold, Cast & Vacuum Form items yourself" sub section below.
- Composites Information
- Covering Models With Fibreglass Cloth by Jim Ryan
- Fibreglass or make your own FG hull
- Fiberglass Parts - Lost Foam Technique
- Fiberglass skins - the easy way
- Fibreglass Techniques & Information
- FibreGlast.Com
- How To Articles = DIY Composite Spars, Molds, Parts, Skins & U/C
- How To = Ironsidz
- Model Car Tech - Resin Casting etc.
- Molded fuselage - how to pictures
- The Cheap Little Sucker - make a vacuum pump
- Vacuum Bagging Wings
- Water based Polyurethane skin glassing
Cowls, Spats, Canopies etc - Manufacturers.
- Buildi & Glass an Engine Cowl
- Carbon Copy - Carbon & Figlass upgrades for RC models
- Fibreglass Specialties
- Stan's Fibre Tech
Fibre Optics
- Fiber Optic link - DIY
- Forgues Research - replacing RC system leads with Fibre Optic
- RAM Electronics - Fibre Optic Devices
Flags
- Animated flags for web pages, emails etc.
Floats and Skis
- Designing & Building Floats - Chuck Cunningham
- Design Calc - Lee Van Tassle's RC Airplane Design Calculator inc Floats, Canards, CG etc - email Alan for winzip copy of original calculator ***
- Float design
- Foam Float Core Construction - by Ironsides
- Floats - CG position .jpg. (If site down - email Alan for a copy))
- Floats for electrics - J Spencer
- Floats, plans and downloads etc
- RC Float Flying_Photogarphy_Floats & DIY
- Skis - Ironsides
- Skis and floats - Randy Linderman & George Nichols
- Ski Kits for R_C Aircraft
- Skis - DIY make & fit
- Winter Float Flying - snow & ice
Flying Chair - Sit down and fly RC system as if in Plane/Heli cockpit. or handicapped.
- Amazing Flying Chair
- Heli-Chair
Flying Wings (inc Delta), Flapping Wings or Ornithopter. [see also Gliders below.]
- Advanced Propulsion - JLN Labs - ElectroHydroDynamics ( E.H.D.)
Flying wings
- Airfoil Design for Tailless Airplanes
- Andy MacDonalds Flying Wing page.
- Airfoils for Flying Wings and Tailless Airplanes ***
- Birdworks - inc the RC Gull
- Convert styrofoam gliders to a Wally Wing
- Correx Deltas - good plans & video.
- Flying Wings
- Flying Wings : An Anthology
- Flying Wings - Basic design
- Flying Wings - Tip Plates & Fins
- Flying Wings - Trimming
- Foam Wing Construction - RCFU
- Mugi Correx Combat Flying Wing
- Pibros - download free plans for small 2 ch.
- Theoretical Flying wings
- TWITT- The Wing is the Thing
Flapping Wings - Ornithopter
- 1900 Clark BiWing Ornithopter
- Bionics and Evolutiontechnique
- CyBird (- with movies etc)
- Flapping Flight Links
- Flapping Flight - Ornithopters
- Multiwinglets_Rueckstromtaschen
- Ornithopters
- Ovirc - Objets Volants Insolites RC (French & English)
- Park Hawk, Slow Hawk, Shrike etc.
- Robofalcon - Intercept technology
- Truefly - Flying by flapping wings
- The Flutterby
Foam - DIY Foam Cutting, Bows, Coroplast, PVC & SPAD. [also refer "Gliders" below.]
- Aerofoan Radio Control
- Aeropic : RC planes and PIC based electronics
- Andy MacDonald's Flying Wing Page - inc. construction tips -vacuum bagging etc
- ARF Foam model repairs
- Building and Sheeting Foam Wings - without excess weight.
- Building a Zagi and similar foam models***
- Convert styrofoam gliders e,g, U-2 to RC_1
- Convert styrofoam gliders e.g. U-2 to RC_2
- Convert styrofoam gliders e.g. U-2 to RC_3
- Dan Marlowe's R_C Page - Foam Wings
- Dave's Aircraft Works Homepage
- Del Brengman's Foam Cutter Plans
- Elapor is Stronger than EPO, EPP, Z Foam etc.
- EPP, EPS, EPO and PN Foam - Differences and use
- EPP Expanded Polypropylene FAQ & DIY
- EPP EPS EPE EPO Foam Moulding & Tooling
- Feathercut Hot Wire Foam Cutter for Cutting Foam
- Foam Cutting Machine - Full instructions for DIY - Tal
- Foamworks - foam cut to your requirements
- Flying Saucer, Beer mat, Stop Sign, Superman, Vroom Hilda etc - Email Alan T. direct for jpegs.
- Flying Wing Page - inc. construction tips -vacuum bagging etc
- Floyd Glider construction page
- Foam Cutter (Hot wire) Automatic DIY - with videos
- Foam Cutter (Hot Wire) - Plans for Bow, Power Supply & use. - Del Brengman's
- Foam Cutter (Hot Wire) Bow construction - RCFU
- Foam Cutting (Hot Wire) Power Supply - easy D.I.Y.
- PMPF- EPO Foam Plane Kit Moulding Process (How they are made) - Video 1
- PMPF- EPO Foam Plane Kit Moulding Process (How they are made) - Video 2
- Foam Wing Construction - RCFU
- Foam Wing Construction - How to Sheet
- Foam Wing Retract Installation
- Foam Wing Borer - for wing tubes
- Foam Wings - How to cut perfect channels
- Frankenfoam - Cheapest Foam Airplane.
- Hot Wire Foam Cutter
- Hydro-Foam - Jean-Louis Naudin
- New to the Slope ***
- Northwest Hobby Technology - Giant Scale planes
- Polyfoam RC Models - Pictorial Guide as to how Foam Models are made
- SPAD Home Page
- Trick R_C EPP Foam Gliders
- The Work Bench -- Vacuum Bagging Wings
- The Cheap Little Sucker - Vacuum pump
- Vacuum Bagging
- Vacuum Bagging a Foam Wing - How To _video downloads
- Wing Manufacturing
Free Flight
- Building and Flying CL, FF & RC Airplanes
- Covering with OS (Foodwrap) film
- Dethermalizers - Simple Timers
- Free Flight Fantasies
- Free Flight - Learning, research, projects and fun
- Free Flight Online
- Free Flight Supplies
- Hand Launch Glider Tips
- Jetex
- Mike's flying scale model pages
- Pathways
- Pennyplane
Freight & Post
- NZ Post - Letters and Parcels
- DHL Red Planet
- Postal Service Calculators
Frequencies - Intl lists. PCM Vs PPM. FCC Regs.
- 2.4GHz - Radio Station or Tower Interferance
- AM, FM, PCM & Spread Spectrum radios - FAQ re differences
- AM, PPM, PCM wave forms (FMA 1989)
- PCM Vs PPM etc
- Australia
- Canada
- Canada - GH Frequency Chart
- Europeennes Frequences
- European Frequencies - all
- European, Japan, Australia, Taiwan
- FAI - Worldwide Country List - Radio frequencies for model aircraft
- Frequencies - for RC Modelling in various countries - multi lingual ***
- Frequency Analyser - a must for large clubs.
- Great Britain (UK)
- International Frequencies - BMFA list
- Japan
- NZ - General User Radio Licences
- NZ - Aero Model (to be read in conjuction with above GURL link)
- NZ_ Frequencies available and suitable for FPV.
- PerCon DataFinder
- RC Frequency Monitor - DIY
- RC RFI [Interference] Scanning FAQ
- Singapore - 27 & 29 mhz.
- South Africa
- 72 MHz is a shared frequency in USA & at least NZ, not just for RC Aircraft.
- USA FCC rules & regulations
- USA FCC - Search (e.i.r.p. or mW data etc) Airtronic_Sanwa_AXY,, Esky_R6R, Futaba_AZP, Hitec_IFH, Horizon&JR_BRW, JR(new)_AXG.
Fuel - Diesel, Glow Fuel & Smoke Oil Facts & FAQ + Fuel Tank installations
- Basics Part 1: Fuel Basics - RC Car
- Byron Fuels - mfg plant etc
- Castor vs Synthetic - FHS (Red Max) recommendations.
- Diesel Fuel - mix and blends for model engines by PAW Engines
- Diesel Fuel - mix and blends _DIY - Control Line Diesel Combat
- Dye - Colour DIY Home Brew Fuel #01
- Dye - Colour DIY Home Brew Fuel #02
- FUELS - John Modistach (Includes Chemical Charts, blends & uses) *****
- Fuels - Brian Hampton
- Fuel - 2 Str & 4 Str commercial mixtures
- Fuel Safety Alert - RC
- Fuel system - set up multiple tanks for Jet, Heli etc.
- Fuel system - set up one tank multi engine or one engine multi tank.
- Fuel system - How to install header tank in Pusher aircraft - email Alan for jpg.
- Fuel system - How to install a Heli header tank
- Gas Engines_Newbies Guide_Giant Scale
- Klotzlube.com - Glo Fuel Blending Chart
- KY Tech - Kr.
- Morgan Fuels = Home brews, Cool Power, Omega etc.
- Nitromethanol, and/or RC Fuel
- Nitromethane - bulk supplies - Angus (Dow Chemicals) USA
- Nitromethane - bulk supplies - Ju Xin International CN
- Oil test comparisons
- Powermaster Hobby Products Inc.
- Powermaster - 2st vs 4st fuels - is there a difference?
- Powermaster - What is the Oil Content_
- Powermaster - Which Oil is Better- Synthetic or Castor_
- Nitromethane, The Mystery Ingredient
- Smoke Oil - DIY Formulas
- Storing Fuel for Maximum shelf life
- RC Nitro Engines - Fuel properties
- Tech Charts - J Modistach
- Water in Fuel - test results and effects
- Wildcat
Fun Fly
- Fun Fly Ideas for club days = email Alan (top of page) for a list and descriptions
- Bombdrop
- Fun Fly Association - National Competition
- HSRCM RC Model Airplane Kits
- Profile and Fun Flying Planes
Gear ratios, tables, gear boxes, belt drive etc.
- HPC Gears Technical - General
- HPC Gears Technical - Pulleys & Belts
- HPC Gears Technical - Gears & Gearing
- HPC Gears Technical - Chains
Giant Scale, Large RC models, Twins & Multi Engines
- A123 Battery FAQ for Giant Scale and IMAC
- BigStuffUK
- BTE - Super Flyin' King - many tips for "big ones"
- Battery - Separate for Retract Servo - DIY harness. (refer also sub section "Retracts" below)
- Dual Battery_ Separate Batteries for Receiver and Servos _Pictorial
- Dual (Parallel) Battery Operation = Dual A123 Battery Backup System
- Dual Batteries - Multiple Batteries may be installed for redundancy or even one for each servo.
- Dual RX, dual batts, isolators, 6v, voltage depression, redundancy, etc
- Dual Rx / Dual Batteries
- Dual Receivers - Reduces strength of the Rf link
- Dual Receivers #2
- Dual Receivers #3
- Dual Redundant Batteries & Receiver set up
- DynaFlite PT-19 Cornell - good building tips and photos.
- eGroups GiantscaleRC
- Gas Modeling - FAQ answers by Futaba
- Genesys - On Board Charging system (Alternator) for RC models
- Giant Scale Aerobatic List
- Giant Scale Gas Engines_Newbies Guide (.pdf)
- Giant Scale RC Technical Tips
- Giant War Birds
- Ghost Squadron - UK
- Glow Driver - Simple On Board Glo Driver
- Glow driver - DIY easy On Board Glow Ignition system
- International Miniature Aircraft Association
- Large Model Association = UK
- Large Scale Model Assn - UK
- Large Scale Composite Airplanes.. inc videos
- Miniature Aircraft NZ.
- Optic Isolators & more - S.M.Services (U.K.) Ltd
- Practical Scale - Rawle Aviation (UK)
- RC Installation for Large Models - If site down, email Alan for .pdf
- RC Warbirds - FAQ on set-up and flying warbirds.
- RFI Prevention - Ensure "R" type plug and/or Cap is fitted to Petrol Engines.
- Servo - 5 amp Fuse Leads to Protect Against Dead Short Melt-downs
- Sullivan - Alternators, Starters etc for Unmanned Vehicle
- Twinman - FAQ on set-up and flying Twin and Multi engined aircraft
- Victor - 14% by Gordon Nichol's
Gliders: Dynamic, Slope and Thermal Soaring - See also Flying Wings & Foam Wings above.
- The New Glider Pilot's Handbook - free ebook
Dynamic Soaring
- Albatrosses at Work
- DS Fest 2002
- Dynamic Soaring ***
- Dynamic Soaring - How To
- Dynamic Soaring - Another World Record 393MPH (632KPH) - video
- Dynamic Soaring in Fei Ngo Shan
- Dynamic soaring Videos und Fotos .de
Glider FAQ, Soaring and Scale Soaring
- Articles and Tips
- Colorado Gliders - Tools and Calculators
- NZ North Island Handlaunch
- Piggyback Carrier DIY for aerial launch
- R_C Sailplanes
- Sailplanes Unlimited....tips
- Scale Soaring UK - Hints & Tips
- Soaring FAQ
- Soaring for Beginners - Part 1.
- Thermals
- Trimming Techniques for Multi Channel Gliders
Slope Soaring. (See also Foam Wings)
- LRGA - Lets go round again Slope Soaring club
- New to the Slope
- Slopeflyer - Slope soaring sites, news, planes and tips
- Try Slope Cross Country
- Airfoils for Flying Wings and Tailless Airplanes
- Andy MacDonalds Flying Wing Page
- Articles and Tips
- Canterbury Sailplanes
- Discus Launch Gliders - DLG links, Manuals and Reviews
- Flying Wing Models - Basic design
- Flying Wings - Trimming
- Hotwings - Dave Larsen's IDISC movies
- Impact Airframes = DLG
- International Scale Soaring Association
- League of Silent Flight
- Soaring for Beginners
- Pull Pull Ruddervators - site down, email Alan for copy .pdf
- RC Videos,Slope, Dynamic soaring, Surfing
- R_C Soaring - Home Page
- R_C Sailplanes
- The Wing is the Thing = TWITT
Glue - select correct adhesive for the material
- Adhesives - RC Airplanes
- Depron, EPP and other foam material - test results
- Gluing Coroplast & plastics (Download - "save target as" to desktop)
- Gorilla & Sumo Glue - Uses and Tips for foam & timber repairs
- GWS Glue - same as 3M formula pack
- Kitsets - Polyethylene, PETE, Wood, Vinyl, Metal etc
- Plastic Bonding and Repairs 01
- Plastic Bonding and Repairs 02 - EP aircraft cowl, fuselage etc.
- Preserving Gorilla & CA Glue
- Stabilit Express - Epoxy for all Plastics (inc join Heli Frames.)
- This to That (Glue Advice = which to use for each application)***
Super Glues (Cyanoacrylate & Epoxy Adhesives. etc)
- Cartell Chemical Co. LTD.
- E-Z Bond
- Evobond
- Holdtite Adhesives
- Adhesive, Glue & Gelatine
- Sur-Lok, Anaerobic and Cyanoacrylate Adhesives.
- Techbond Manufacturing Sdn Bhd
Gundam = Bandai
- Bandai Plamo net - Bandai Hobby Depatment
- Gundam Official : : Welcome
- Universal Century: a Gundam resource for the BESM RPG
Helicopters, Autogyros & Multicopter, Quadcopter & Tricopter
HelicopterTutorials
- 101 Heli Skills and Setup - Videos
- Electric Helicopter Beginner's Guide
- Gyro Info - refer" Auto Pliots & Gyro" under "Radio Systems, Accessories, Alterations and FAQ" below.
- Hitec - Aurora - Finless Bob's "How To Set Up" Video series
- Radd's School of Rotary Flight = tutorial ***
- Swashplate Types - all SWH to H-4X FAQ
- Swashplate Leveller - DIY.
- Trex DIY how to set up Video Tutorials - Free
- V911 - Mechanical Adjustment of Servo Linkages for Stable Hover
Electric Helicopter (micro indoor outdoor)
- Eclipse set up for 90 degree CCPM
- E-Flite 2.4 Ghz = Spectrum Compatible
- Electic RC Heli - Reviews Mini & Micro for beginners- RC Unverse Forum
- E-Sky 2.4 Ghz = Futaba Compatible
- GWS Dragonfly vs Honey/Humble Bee (Reasons why GWS is best option)
- GWS Dragonfly set up & mixer adjustment
- Hitech HG-5000 Gyro Setup & Review with videos. ***
- Honey bee II Micro Heli RTF Review & set up.
- Honey bee CP-2 secrets & upgrade Fixed Pitch to CCPM heli.
- Honey Bee King 2 - Beginner FAQ
- Honey Bee King 2 - Tune up
- Kyosho Caliber M24 - Video intr - Jean-Louis Lieben
- Kyosho USA - Tips re set up of all Kyosho Heli
- Paper canopy building tricks, tips and techniques
- T Rex Owner Advice
- WLToys V911 review (Solo Pro/Trex 100/FP100/GT3484 Arrow clone)
Autogyros
- Autogyro Company of Arizona
- Plans , Videos, and Books...- Autogyros etc.
- Ricks Gyro Page.
- R/C Autogyro Kits
- R/C Model Autogyros
Multicopter, Quadcopter & Tricopter
- DIY FPV Spider Quads - Videos
- Failsafe setting for Tricopter, Quadcopter & Multicopters - Posts 2 & 4
- Quadrocopter and Tricopter Info Mega Link Index
- Tricopter V2 build
Raptor - Thunder Tiger .30 .50 .60 & .90
- Bill Ludwig - comprehensive heli site
- Kyosho Nexus .30 - Thunder Tiger Raptor
- Raptor - Read BEFORE FLYING a new .30 , .50 or .60
- Model heli raptor
- Raptor 30, 50, 60, 90 - RCU Forum
- Raptor Newsletter
- Raptor ARF Heli - MAN : Reviews - Thunder Tiger
- Raptor Online - Raptor RC Helicopter -
- Raptor Technique
- Eclipse_TX setting Gyro - amendment to manual
- Hitec Aurora - Set Up TriCopter & MultiCopters
- Articles - Littlerotors re Raptor, Tuning, TRex etc
- Servo - Best servos for each size of Heli.
- Air Foil Aviation
- Beavisland 2000
- Cyclic/Collective Pitch Mixing (CCPM)
- Combined PPM (CPPM) - do not use nmore than 6ch - warnings
- Cyclic Rings What do they do?- For Mode 2 only - Setup
- D'Best Co. Helicopter Page
- Floats - DIY for Helicopter
- Helicoptering - Natescape
- Henseleit Helicopters
- Hirobo Shuttle Z_ZX_ZXX Manuals Page
- Hirobo Tsurugi Web Site
- How Helicopters Work
- International Radioc Control Helicopter Assoc.
- Jason Chan's RC Heli - R/C Technique
- Kyosho Helicopters - RCU Forum
- Kyosho Nexus - Thunder Tiger Raptor etc - Online Manuals
- Kyosho USA - Tips re set up of all Kyosho Heli
- Lite Machines Corporation - Electric and Glo
- Littlerotors.com ***
- Microhelis
- modelcopter.com
- Morley Helicopters Ltd - W3MH
- Natscape
- Radd's School of Rotary Flight ***
- RC Helis In New Zealand Information
- Robbe Helicopters Help Page
- Robbe - Schluter Moskito Basic
- Rocket launcher
- RcCopter.com
- RC Heli Base - On Line data Source for RC Heli ***
- R_C Helicopter Page
- RC Helicopter Tips, Articles, Reviews etc.
- RotorKraft - 23cc Gasser
- The R_C Helicopter Fever
- Tricopter - Build - DIY
- Vario Helicopter
Hovercraft, Airboats, Ground Effect Vehicles & VTOL Harrier etc
- Advanced Hybrid Aircraft Home Page - Airships, Hovercraft & Blimps
- Coleopter - Jetex flying cylinder
- FlightLines; Model Aircrafts Unleashed!
- Flightlines's Model Hovercraft Section
- Geobat - Flying Saucers
- Ground Effect Vehicles. Plans, Pictures etc.
- Hover - The Aussie Shed (Syrex Wasp)
- Hydro-Foam - the flying hydroplane. (hovercraft, aircraft, boat or car?). video + plans info ***
- Hypercraft Associates - WIG vehicles
- Model Hovercraft
- RC Harrier Story
- RC Model Hovercrafts FAQ
- RC-HoverCrafts - forums etc.
- R/C Flettner Rotorplane - site down. Email Alan for .pdf of Manual inc plans.
- Rotor plane - tumbling-rotor gyroplane
- ScratchBuilt R/C Airboat
- The Aussie Shed_Hover, VTOL etc
- TurboPlane - Construction Photos
- TurboPlane (TurboPlan) Austrian UFO / Flying Saucer: A True VTOL Aircraft
- SR.N5 and SR.N6 Hovercraft
- WIG : Wing-In-Ground effect craft
Humour and Games
- Animated GIFs.
- Aviation Animation gif animation free graphics
- Flypower
- The Flying Penguin Homepage
- Urban Legends : Humor (Word Imperfect)
- Work Well With Others
Instructors (Includes Commercial) for RC Aircraft and Helicopters & Club Safety Measures
- Club Flyng Safety *** - VIDEO for clubs on how to have fun but fly safely
- 1st U.S. R/C Flight School
- 2ndr RC Flightschool
- fly
- "The Instructor"
- Student Pilot Flight Instruction Manual = Palos RC
- Ragland technique
- R/C Flight Instruction (Teaching the "Perceptually Challenged!" to Fly)
- The RC Airplane Instructor & Student Handbook
- Radd's School of Rotary Flight
Jet & Turbine RC Aircraft sites.
- Artesjet News - homebuilts
- Boomerang Jets
- California R.C. Jet Association -
- JAA - Jet Aerosport Association of Australia
- Jet Adict Links
- Jet Links
- Jet World Masters
- jetZILLA online magazine - miniature jet propulsion.
- Kress Jets
- NZ Jet Modellers Association
- Philip Avonds Scale Jets
- ROJets
- Tamjets
- Turbo Jet
- Wennmacher Modell Technik - Wemotek
Kites
- GoFlyKite - RC night flyers with LED's and traditional
- Kites and Kite gadgets - DIY
- Kites Dot Org
- Kitty Hawk Kites and Carolina Outdoors
- SkyHi Kites
- Wind Wizards
Lights (inc Night Flight)
- CoolWireUSA Luminescent
- Curtek Systems
- Fiberoptics
- Glow Inc - Glow in the Dark Powder
- Lighting for Aeromodellers
- Lighting System for Night Flying
- Night Flight - B.D.Felice
- R_C Neon
- RC Lights - LED Lighting Systems
- Ram Radio Controlled Models Home Page
Ladyhawks - Lady fliers homepages & Forums
- CrashCaley
- LadyHawks
- "The Lady Likes to Fly"
- Model Wife - AMA
Magazines & Publications + On Line magazines
On Line Magazines - Free
- Ampeer - Ken Myers' EFO [Electric Flight Only]
- Cybermodeler [Aircraft, Armor, Automotive, Space, Military Modelers & Historians]
- Electric Flyer Magazine
- Ezone Mag.
- Internet Modeler - Scale Modeling Magazine
- jetZILLA Magazine re miniature jet propulsion.
- ModelArt Australia
- Modelflight - Reg Heath's
- Model Gas Boat
- Modeler Site - Plastic kits
- RC Online Magazine
- RCEzine
- RCKorea
- RCM & E - Modelflying
- RCNewz - Cars & Trucks on line magazine
- RC Soaring Digest magazine - free
- RC Universe Magazine Reviews
- Wing Publishing - Golden Age, the years between 1919 and 1939
- Aviation links_
- Airborne Magazine
- Bob's Aircraft Documentation
- Classic Wings
- Flying Models Magazine - RC
- Model Airplane News
- My RC Korea
- Plans and Aviation links - Joao Aldeia.
- Radio Control Model News
- RC Advisor
- RC MicroFlight
- R/C Model World
- R/C Modeler Magazine
- RC Models in Russia
- RC Soaring Digest
- S & E Sailplanes & Electrics
- Thomas Delgatto's 3 view model pages.
Manuals - download .pdf files etc.
- RCtube.eu - There are 2148 manuals for RC Systems, Cars, Planes, Engines etc available
Manuals for Engines
- Engine Manuals - Download or Upload - RC Groups Sticky.
- Fuji Engines Product Manuals
- MDS Engines - (MDS-MIKRO, JSC) Manuals
- O.S. Engines Product Manuals
- SuperTigre Engines - Product Manuals
- GMS Engines - Manuals
- Saito small to medium engine manual .pdf
- Thunder Tiger
Manuals for RC Systems, ESC, Gyros, etc
- Ace R/C and other major brands
- Art-Tech E-Sky 6ch TX ETC62_2.4
- Airtronics - known as "Sanwa" outside USA
- Airtronics - known as "Sanwa" outside USA -2..
- Art-Tech (E-Fly) Manuals.
- Bantamtek - chargers
- Castle Creations - Berg RX, Phoenix & Pixie ESC etc.
- Corona 2.4Ghz TX Module & RX .pdf
- Directory of /Radio_Control schematics - .pdf many brands
- Hitec Eclipse_TX FAQ & setting Gyro - amendment to manual
- ESky - Shenzhen TWF Hobby Trading Co., Ltd
- Flysky 9x, aka Imax 9x, aka Turnigy 9x, aka Eurgle 9 Ch - Manual post #9 & FAQ
- Futaba
- Hitec Eclipse Pro Car - 3ch 20 memory, Detail & Manual
- Hitec RCD - USA.. [Manuals - download pdf or from each product screen]
- Hitec - Optic 5 - 2.4GHz
- Hitec Optic 6 - Tutorial (learn mixing & other functions irrespective of brand) ***
- HobbyKing HK-T4A Tx and HK-TR6A Rx 2.4 GHz
- HobbyKing HK-T6A aka Turborix 6 ch 2.4 GHz
- JR - JR Max 6 NET-W126FZ (.pdf 6393kb.)
- JR - Transmitters & Gyros (recent)
- JR - Transmitters & Gyros etc (old).
- JR Propo X-388S - 3-part series on the JR X388S Sailplane Radio.
- Multiplex - click on downloads then "anleitungen" "
- Polk's Tracker 3 transmitter Manual:
- Robbe, Graupner and most others -
- Sanwa = Airtronics Manuals
- Spektrum
- Sombra RX manuals
- Zebra RC systems - Zebra 4FM
- Zebra RC systems - Zebra 3FM
- Zebra RC systems - Zebra 2AM
- Walkera manuals and video
- Wfly WFT09
- Academy RC Car manuals and spare parts
- (Academy manuals not found above site - email Alan for .pdf copies
- Bantamtek Manuals = Multiplex LN5014, E-Station 301 & 501 and Hyperion chargers.
- Dynaflite Product Manuals
- Great Planes Parts Lists and Manuals
- GWS manuals - Aircraft, RC and EP power systems.
- Hobbico Product Manuals
- Kyosho Product Manuals #1
- Tamiya Manuals ::
- Thunder Tiger manuals, Aircraft, Boats, Cars, Engines etc.
- Top Flite Product Parts Lists & Manuals
MAV & UAV - Miniature Aircraft, Drone Spy Planes, Heli, etc (see also Photography by RC, FPV, Spraying by RC and Wireless Video RC. below).
- Autopilot - Do it yourself UAV
- Cyberdrones
- DERA micro air vehicle - microjet
- FPV - Video Piloting (FPV/RPV) RC Groups - largest FPV forum.
- FPV - Range and potential halt to all RC Acro Models in USA
- FPV - DIY connect Hitec and Futaba Tx 6 Pin Din or Square Trainer Socket
- FY21AP FPV system - RCModel Review
- Hangar 18 (includes Osprey as used by Sea Shepherd)
- Increase Range of your FPV equipment
- Large Scale Composite Airplanes.. inc videos
- MAV, UAV & Darpa LINK site
- Military UAV - How Communication is Similar but Differs From RC Models
- Micro Air Vehicles
- Micro Air Vehicle Competition Site
- Micro Aircraft Vehicles etc
- NZ - FPV and Frequencies available and suitable in NZ
- RCExplorer - Tricopter & Multicopter Setup, FPV & Video
- Skycam UAV NZ - Kahu
- Spy Planes from MLB Company
- Sullivan - Alternators, Starters etc for Unmanned Vehicle
- Tiny Surveillance Aircraft to Fly in Tucson
- UHF RC system version 3 booster 7W V3.33 - Thomas Scherrer
- WES-Technik
Meteorites - Rocks - Gems - Minerals
- Arizona Skies Meteorites: Meteorites
- Meteorites, Tektites, Rocks, Gems, Minerals
- Marysville Rock & Gem Club
- Goodletite - Rubyrock of NZ
Modelling FAQ - Resin, Photoetch, Scale, Paper, Painting, Fonts, Repair &/or make replacements, Tools etc.
(Plastic and Resin kitsets indexed lower down)
- FAQ re Scale Models - All answers to assembly, detailing, photo etched parts, painting etc.
- FAQ - Ship Models
- Digital Card Models - Steve Bucher
- Eduard Model Accessories ltd.
- Evergreen Scale Models
- Fonts = Fontmania
- Free decal downloads - Vektorgrafiken für Scalemodelle
- How to build scale model? F-15E Kingtiger
- How to Drybrush
- How to apply Decals
- How to Fill Seams & Sand models
- How to Make Realistic Plastic Models of World War 2 Airplanes.
- HyperScale - Aircraft & Armour Modellers Reviews
- International List of Scale Model Related Web Sites
- minsgallery (Resin Figures etc)
- Mission Models - Etch Mate, Multi Tool and Grabhandler
- Model Car Tech - Photoetching, Resin Casting etc
- Modelling Course (FAQ for beginners) - Bill Zuk
- Modeling Madness : Finest Review Site on the Web
- Paper Airplane Hangar Page
- Paper warbirds
- Permagrit Tools Homepage
- Plastex = Plastic Repair or make copies of parts - Kits
- Perth Military Modelling Society Links
- Plastruct, Inc. - Technical Info And Tips
- Model Master Tech_Guide *** site down, email Alan for zip .pdf x 12
- Tamiya Online Catalog
- Tony Matteliano's Scale Model Index
Mold, Cast & Vacuum Form items yourself FAQ inc pictorials (see also Fibreglass etc section)
- Advanced Resin Casting: DIY Vacuum RTV molding & Resin casting
- DIY Bronze, Pewter, Zinc & Aluminium Casting - Home Foundry
- Fibreglass Techniques & Information
- Model Car Tech
- Molding & Casting
- Mold cowls easily from PET bottles. #1
- Mold cowls & Canopies from PET bottles. #2 ("Save Target as" to desktop.)
- Mold cowls & Canopies - How to avoid webbing (wrinkles) when vacuum forming
- Mold Making
- Plastex = Plastic Repair or make copies of parts - Kits
- Plastic Bonding
- Vacuum Form
- Vacuum Former - email Alan for DIY Vacuum former machine & canopy etc.
- Vacuum form - Pictorial instructions _ click thumbnails for full text.
- Woodland Scenics - make latex molds, cast plaster etc
Paints, Colour Charts, Mix Formulae & Strippers & How to spray F/Glass and ABS plastics - see also Airbrush files above.
- AK-interactive S.L. - Enamel Weathering Techniques, Washes, fading and oils
- Alclad 2 - Model Lacquers - Natural metal finish lacquer
- Chemical Compatibility of Common Model Finishing Materials
- Colour Cross Reference -The Ultimate Model Paint Conversion Chart
- Colour Cross Reference - cross indexed charts of the 19 most popular brands
- Colour References - All Services Camouflage Schemes _ Don Color
- Colour Reference Charts - Part 1 = Urban Fredriksson's
- Colour Reference Charts - Part II = Urban Fredriksson's
- Colour Reference Library - Airforce & Military
- Elapor - How to paint.
- How to Spray Paint F/glass & ABS plastics
- Humbrol Paint Cross Reference 1
- Humbrol Paint Cross Reference 2
- Klass Kote - 2 pot fuel resistant epoxy resins
- MIG productions - pigments
- Paint Strippers for plastic models etc.
- Simmers Paintshop - Airforce colour charts (RGB & FS inckuded) and mixes
- Tamiya Paint Mix Formulae
- USN & USMC WWII & contenporary
Paper Models (The Scale models are a good source of documentation)
- D I Y alternative scratch modelling
- Paper scale models and links to other similar sites
- Paper airplane - The best paper airplane in the world!
- Paper Airplanes that Fly - free
- Scale paper Models - By Airclassique
Parachute - Paragliders & RC Skydiver
- High Power Rocketry Parachutes - Fruity Chutes
- John And Bob's R/C Skydiving - DIY Plans & Links
- Let's Jump - John & Bob's Skydiving
- Little Juan's RC Parachute Skydiver - DIY Construction & RC set up
- Little Juan's RC Parachute - equipment (photos) page
- Paramax - Modellfallschirmspringer
- Parasol & Rogallo Wings - FAQ, DIY Vroom Hilda and more - email Alan T. direct as above for PDF
- Paraplane Sport - Hirobo electric
- Paraplane Sport - Hirobo Paraplane Review
- ParaVictor der RC Gleitschirm Flieger
- RC Dropzone
- RC Parachuting - RC Skydiving FAQ's
- RC Parachuting - DIY - "Little Juan" & "Small Juan"
- RC Parachutist - Comprehensive Plans & Manual .pdf [email Alan as above for a copy if link fails]
- RC Paraplanes, Paragliders & Parasails newsgroup
- RC Powered Parachute Planes - Airfoil Aviation
- RC Skydive USA
- RC Skydiving - RC Groups discussion forums - extra URL.
- RC Sky Diving - RC Universe discussion forum - extra URL
- Radio Control Parachuting Page
- Sea Breeze RC Parachutes - EP & IC Paragliders etc
- SkyFlex
Park & Indoor Flyers (see also FAQ for Beginners, Electric Flight and Free Flight)
- Auckland Indoor flight (NZ)
- Bob Selman Designs
- Deproplanes
- Fling by Philbar
- FoamFly.com
- Frankenfoam - Cheapest Foam Airplane.
- Free Flight Tips
- Hoppy's Hanger - tips & plans
- Indoor Duration (micro)
- Jetex
- Stick Motor Mounts - DIY Convert Foam Model to Brushless
- West Michigan Park Flyers
Photography by RC, FPV, Spraying by RC and Wireless Video RC. (see also MAV & UAV etc above)
- 808 Car Keys Micro Camera - Chuck Lohr's REveiw & updates
- Key Chain Camera - #16 Frequently Asked Questions & Updates
- "Aerial Photography"
- AirFoil HeliCam
- Camera carrier
- Camera Systems - Tetracam
- FPV - Beginners Reference Mega Thread - RC Groups
- FPV - First Person View RC Piloting (Remote Video Piloting) - FAQ
- FPV for Easystar
- Hi Cam - Aerial Photography and Video
- Photo Plane DIY
- RC-CAM:
- Ready Made FPV
- R/C Soaring - Digital Photography
- R/C Spray Planes, Cropdusters, Aerial Applicators...
- RotorKraft - Aerial Imaging Products
- Schiepatti Switch [& Opto isolator)
- Voice Copilot System - Tetracam
- Wireless Video Cameras
Pilots & Instrument (Dash) Panels
- Aces of Iron Productions, Inc. (See "Painting Tips" also***)
- Axels Scale Pilots
- Aces of Iron (PerfectPilots)
- Premier Pilots
- Scale Aircrew Supplies
- Super Lite R/C Pilots, Wheel Pants and r/c pilot accessories
- Vortex Vacforms
- Williams Brothers - HO Scale Model Aircraft & Cars - R/C & Railroad Accessories
Plans (see also Magazines and Publications)
Aircraft Plans
- Aeromaniacs - Free downloads (88+)
- Aeropic : RC planes and PIC based electronics
- Airborne Magazine Plans Home Page
- Airplane & Model plans and drawings
- Airplane model plans - Maryjo3.
- Andrew Donatelli's RC Aircraft
- Autogyros etc. Plans , Videos, and Books...-
- Balsa USA (Plans available separately)
- Balsa Dust_ Free Plans
- Ben Buckle. Vintage & Old timer.
- Brian Taylor Plans
- Chuck Cunningham's SkyMaster Industries!
- EP Airplane Plans - Sport, Trainer, Park, Fan, Heli
- Fly Electric - EP Indoor, Slow-fly, Park models - Free plans
- EPP EP Profile models - free plans
- Flying Wing Plans - Hortenn, Northrop etc.
- Giant Scale Plans: B-17, Sunderland, P61 Black Widow etc
- Graham's Electric Airport - download free plans
- Ivan's Plans - EP model aircraft and Flying Boats
- Jetex - many original plans for jetex powered models
- Jetex Plans - Jetex PAA-Loader 150 / Jetmaster (Fixed Wing Aircraft)
- Model Aircraft Plans
- Model Airplane News - Plans & Reviews.
- Mr Aerodesign
- Park Flyer Jets - free plans for EP
- Paul and Ralph Bradley's Model Airplane Page
- Petes Vintage Model Aircraft Plans
- Pica (Plans available separately)
- Planos R/C
- Plans and Aviation links
- RC Electric Flight Projects - free pictorials.
- RC Models in Russia
- RCM Plans Listing
- RCM & E Model Aircraft Plans 3000+ - My Hobby Store
- Scale R/C Model Airplane Plans and Kits.
- SIG Mfg. Co., (Plans available separately)
- Simple Plastic Plastic aircraft design - SPAD - corroflute.
- Slope Soarer Plans - Free
- StarCad Plans - Free
- Tandem Wing, Joined Wing & Ringwing - RC Models
- The Plan Page (Old plans and magazine articles - Downloads)
- Traplet.com
- Vintage & Old-Timer Plans PRE 1960 Plans only - Free
- Wendell Hostetler Plans
- Wing Scale R_C Airplane Plans
- X List Model Plans Argus_Nexus_MAP
Boat, Ship & Yacht plans
- Free RC Model Boat Plans
- Free Ship Plans
- Keil Kraft EeZeBilt (1950's) range of starter model boats, including all plans.
- Racing Sparrow Model Yachts - Free plans and DIY photo Instr. ***
- Servicios de modelismo naval
- Ship model kits and plans
- Star 45 R/C Yacht - Free plans and DIY photo Instr. ***
- Traplet - Marine Modelling
- RC Yachts, Plans & Reviews - Vela RC - Veleiro Nautimodelos -
FAQ, 3 Views & Drawings
- Acetone Transfer Method: transferring plan to wood.
- Airplane 3 - views by Eduardo
- Bob's Aircraft Documentation - Foto Packs and 3-Views
- Eduardo's Three view drawings and aircraft markings.
- Model Flying Machines - early aircraft
- Plans , Videos, and Books...- Autogyros etc.
- Plans 3-vues / 3-view drawings - massive database ***
- Thomdas Delgatto's 3 view model page
Fun Stuff Plans & Ideas
- Electro Flight - plans for Depron EP models
- Convert styrofoam gliders to a Wally Wing
- Correx Deltas - good plans & video.
- Flettner Rotorplane - site down. Email Alan for .pdf of Manual inc plans.
- Flying Saucer, Beer mat, Stop Sign, Superman, Vroom Hilda etc - Email Alan T. direct for jpegs.
- Hand Launched Gliders (free flight) free plans and information
- Hydro-Foam - the flying hydroplane. (hovercraft, aircraft, boat or car?). ***
- Park jets - free plans
- RC modelingplans.tk - Planes, Boats, Heli project.
- Rocket-Shooting Weed Wacker
- Pibros - Free plans for small 2 ch wing.
- TurboPlane (TurboPlan) Austrian UFO / Flying Saucer: A True VTOL Aircraft
- Wind and Wave Models - free flight & Glider kits_plans
- Phlatprinter - Cut out own kits from plans.
Plastic Kits, Resin Kits, Photoetch + Plastic repairs
- See also Mold, Cast & Vacuum Form items yourself FAQ inc pictorials in section above
- AFV
- AMT - ERTL
- Academy
- Ace Hobby NZ
- Aeromaster Decals
- Aires Hobby Models
- Airfix
- Aoshima
- Aviapress. - Soviet kitsets & mags.
- Bandai : USA . (folder Gundam above and Bandai under Japan below also refer)
- Dragon-Models
- Eduard Model Accessories ltd.
- Fujimi
- Gremlins in the Garage!
- Hasegawa
- Hauler.CZ
- Herpa
- "In The Box" Reviews of 1/72 & 1/48 kits etc.
- IPMS - country lists
- Italeri
- Legend Productions
- Lego
- Lindberg Models
- Lionroar metal etch parts.
- Minicraft
- Mr Hobby - Gunze Sangyo
- Neomega Resin
- Perth Military Modelling Society Links
- Plastic Bonding
- Plastex = Plastic Repair Kits
- Protar
- Revell-Monogram
- Roden
- Scale paper Models - By Airclassique
- Scalecraft Models
- SOL Model (Resin & PVC kits)
- SPAD to the bone = Simple Plastic Design (RC)
- Tamiya
- Testors
- Tristar - military figures
- Trumpeter
- Verlinden Productions
- Wespe - resin its
- Young Miniatures
- Zvezda
Propellers
- APC Props
- Bolly Book (The) .pdf
- Bolly Products Showroom
- Choosing A Prop for best performance
- Classic Props
- Doppler Effect - RPM on Ground and in Air
- Garvon Products Ltd
- Master Airscrew
- Motor Calc Program - find which motor, battery and prop is right for your EP airplane
- Noise reduction - How to
- Prop Balancing - Joe Wagner - March 9, 1998
- Propellor - How to build - RC Groups
- Props, Balancing, Engine_Prop Ratio
- Propeller Calculator - freeware.
- Prop Savers - DIY for EP Aircraft
- SuperCool Racing Propellers
- Tornado Propellers by Grish Products
Pylon Racing
- European F3D Pylon Racing
- Pylon Racing Australia
- Pylon Racing UK
- Pylon World
- SAMPRA South African Miniature Pylon Racing Association
RC Miscellaneous
- Eagle Tree - Flight data recording systems
- Remote Sensing Research Inc.
Radio Systems, Accessories, Alterations and FAQ
- RC Hall of Fame
- A Computer Radio Primer, Featuring the Hitec Optic 6
- Eclipse vs Optic 6, 6EXA, 7CAP, 9CAP, RD6000, JR652, JR3810 (8103)
- AM, FM, PCM & Spread Spectrum radios - FAQ re differences
- FCC Identification Number [RF power output etc - refer to sub section "Frequencies".]
- Futaba <> Hitec RCD - Comaptibility
- Interbrand Compatibility - Futaba. NB: Hitec & JR post similar statements. ***
- Model Match - Equivalent or Alternative in Futaba, Hitec & other than Spektrum/JRs
- Negative Shift or Positive Shift in Transmitters and Receivers - 101 re Differences
- PC to RC Interface
- PCM vs PPM Evolution and uses
- PCM vs PPM. AM vs FM - everything about 72 MHz radios
- PCM - how & why = SE Modeler
- PWM Frequencies
- Radio Control Electronics - DIY Build TX, RX, fault finding and repair [Norcim] ***
- Radio Control Electronics and Systems - for the D.I.Y. enthusiasts
- RC Systems - Rebranding - Rebadge of RC Systems & Accessories
- Understanding your RC System - How it works *****
- Understanding your RC System - Algorithm for Exponential curve in RC.
- Understanding your RC System - "Latency" & "Resolution"
- Understanding your RC System - "Latency" way to much hipe.. refer Deceptive Advertising.
- Understanding your RC System - "Latency" Various TX Compared to Honey Bee Wing Flaps
- Understanding your RC System - What is latency? - RCM Reviews ***
- "What Happens When I Wiggle The Sticks" - Tutorial on how RC Systems work ***
- Warning - After service or repair or whenever updating any system
RC System Manufacturers
- Manuals, Transmitter, Gyros, ESC etc- see under "Manuals" above
- Counterfeit or Bogus Transmitters, Receivers, Servo etc
- Country of origin - JR, Spektrum & other OEM RC Systems are made in
- Berg Industries
- Eleres - Medium Range UHF by Cyberdrones
- ESky - Shenzhen TWF Hobby Trading Co., Ltd
- EZC [ EZ-Contrl Technology] = Corona RX etc.
- Fleet Control Systems = Digifleet
- FMA Direct
- Hitec RCD = Head Office, Korea
- Hitec RCD Kr & Hitec Philippines detailed Info & Video
- Hitec RCD & Multiplex Modellsport GmbH & Co.KG - Ownership
- Hitec RCD - USA Distributor
- Hitec RCD / MPX USA - Catalogue 2012 .pdf
- Hitec RCD - Facebook
- Futaba Corporation
- Graupner/JR/Acoms
- GWS (Grand Wing Servo-Tech Co., Ltd)
- Jeti Model s.r.o.
- JR - Japan Remote Control Co. Ltd (much now OEM in Malaysia.- 2ch = rebadged Acoms)
- JR - Japan Remote Control - USA
- JR Americas USA
- KO Propo
- Micron Radio Control
- MicroStar (DIY systems)
- Multiplex ( = Separate company but owned by same owner of Hitec RCD.)
- Multiplex - Catalogue 2012 .pdf
- Multiplex - USA
- Nomadio - 2.4 GHz spread spectrum
- Polk's Tracker
- ProLine RC - History
- Robbe-Futaba
- Radiolink - T4EU, T6EHP-E, T6EHP, 6EAP, T7F
- RMG - Racing Yacht Sailwinch Servo
- Sanwa (known as "Airtronics" in USA - some OEM ex Singapore))
- Seepel Co Ltd
- Scherrer - Long Range UHF System
- Shantou Chenghai Weili Toys - WLToys - Guangdong
- Shenzhen Dynam Industry & Trade Co (Dynam - RC)
- Shenzhen Spring Model Electronic Cc Ltd - SpringRC
- Silvertone Electronics (.au)
- SJ Propo
- Sky & Technology
- Smartech Racing
- Spektrum - 2.4 GHz spread spectrum
- Tonegawa-Seiko Co., Ltd
- Tracker II
- UAV, RPV, RC Autopilots - Micropilot
- Vintage & Old Timer Radio Control Systems - with schematics
- Walkera
- WFly Technology Development Ltd
- Whirlwind winches
- Zebra
2.4 GHz RC Systems
- Aurora 9, (Hitec) Spectra Modules & Optima Transceivers - FAQ & Undocumented Features
- Antenna - Original lengths & DIY Replacements for PPM & 2.4Ghz for Hitec, Futaba, GWS, JR & others
- 2.4GHz -Transmitter and Receiver Antenna Orientation for best 2.4Ghz Reception
- 2.4Ghz - The Chronicles - How to instal for best results & history of various system problems.
- 2.4Ghz - Is It All It Is Cracked Up To Be ? MAN reveiw (& Problem Areas)
- 2.4 Ghz - Cheap ARF packages and Older Systems Are Not Interference proof
- 2.4 Ghz - Difference' US & Europe + Spektrum DSM & JR DSM2 History
- 2.4 GHz - Discussion - Warning re Future Problems - RC Groups
- 2.4 Ghz - Install Antenna in Carbon Fiber & Kevlar fuselage - How to avoid interferance.
- 2.4 GHz - Radio Control Systems - Safe and Effective use of .pdf
- 2.4GHz - Radio Station or Tower Interferance
- 2.4 Ghz - Spektrum vs JR vs FHSS vs DSSS - Solutions & Future
- 2.4 GHz - Transmitter Manuals
- 2.4 GHz - Use with Model Boats & Yachts (Marine) and range over water.
- 2.4 GHz - Voltage & Batteries Required by Receiver or Transceiver - Prevent Errors
- Acoms 2.4GHhz - setup guide
- Bluetooth - Interference with 2.4GHz rc units.
- DSSS - Direct-Sequence Spread-Spectrum - easy explanation
- Dual frequency - DIY convert TX to both original 72, 35, 36, 40 or 41 GHz & 2.4 GHz
- ACT 2.4GHz Wlan System
- Assan X8
- Brownouts & Failsafe Failure- JR & Spektrum RX Problems - Low Voltage cause & cure.
- Deviation - Firmware Upgrade Walkera Tx to be compatible with DSM and other brands
- DSM2 transmitter module - for Futaba ( and Hitec with alternate trainer plug)
- E-Flite 2.4 Ghz = Spectrum Compatible
- E-Sky 2.4 Ghz = 250m range.
- Flysky 9x aka Imax 9x aka Turnigy 9x aka Eurgle - Warning - Blocked by Futaba FAAST
- Flysky 9x aka Imax 9x aka Turnigy 9x aka Eurgle - Warning - Random GUID can interfere
- Flysky 9x aka Imax 9x aka Turnigy 9x aka Eurgle - review.
- Flysky 9x aka Imax 9x aka Turnigy 9x aka Eurgle - Mk ll- review.
- Flysky 9x aka Imax 9x aka Turnigy 9x aka Eurgle - Custom Firmware Facts _ DIY Thread!
- FrSky - Telemetry module hack into 7CAP and other non module TX.
- FrSky - Futaba FAAST compatible receiver
- Futaba 6EX, 7C and TM-7 - 2.4 GHz FAAST - Recall - ID Link Failures
- Futaba 6EXA & Tower 6XM - Caution 01 - Faulty Gimbals
- Futaba 6EXA & Tower 6XM - Caution 02 - Faulty Gimbals
- Futaba FHSS & S-FHSS Rx/Tx Compatibility
- Futaba FAAST - Problem solving FAQ
- Futaba FAAST - RF Failure - determine cause
- Futaba - Firmware / Software Updates
- Futaba - S-Bus Receivers & Servos ...video
- Futaba - S-Bus Receivers & Servos ...Review
- Hitec & Futaba - DIY Remote TX Mounting for 2.4GHz Antenna (Dual Std & 2.4)
- Hitec - Adaptive Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum Technology (AFHSS)
- Hitec - Spread Spectrum 2.4 GHz Module & Receivers - Manuals
- Hitec - Aurora 9, Spectra Modules & Optima Transceivers - FAQ & Undocumented Features - Mixes, Setups, Tips. ***
- Hitec - Aurora 9 - Video Walkthough of Set-Up procedure
- Hitec - Aurora 9 - Telemetry - Video of display & units in action
- Hitec - Eclipse 7, Optic 6 and Prism DIY Remote 2.4Ghz Antenna Mount
- Hitec - Eclipse 7, Optic 6 and Prism work with Spectrum & Futaba modules.
- Hitec - HPP-21 & HPP-22 Programmers - Download Station - How to Install & Use
- Hitec - AFHSS Spectra 2.4Ghz Module & Optima Transceivers - Updates to Manuals
- Hitec TX - Use with OEM 2.4 GHz modules
- Iphones can control RC models on 2.4 GHz
- Multiplex 2.4Ghz FHSS - M Link system
- Multiplex Evo - Conversion to 2.4GHz with Hitec AFHSS system 01
- Multiplex Evo - Conversion to 2.4 GHz with Hitec AFHSS system 02 - reveiw
- Nomadio
- Open 2.4 R/C Project - newsgroup for all info on 2.4GHz
- Radiopost (aka RCEnjoy)
- Signal Propagation in the 900 MHz to 5 GHz wireless bands - tutorial ***
- SLT - Tactic Anylink & Hitec RCD - Protocol being open, any manufacturer can offer models compatible with it.
- Tactic AnyLink - Differnces in SLT Receivers
- Spektrum RC
- Spektrum - Range of Receiver
- Spektrum - Bind Plug lost/left at home....DIY new
- SS test results in models with metallic aluminium skin
- Traxxas - 2.4ghz FAQ
- Traxxas - 2.4Ghz systems use Digital Servos only.
- WiFi and Interference - Urban myth clarified.
- WiFi and Spektrum
- Wind Direction Indicator (Streamer) for 2.4GHz
- Xtreme Power Systems
- XPS - legal actions against XPS
Antenna - Rubber Duckie, Micro & Whip Flywire - replace long aerials with loaded base antenna
- 2.4Ghz - DIY PCB Internal Antenna - Replaces External Stub
- Anatomy of a 2.4GHz Rubber Ducky Antenna
- Antenna - shorten for RC Tanks, Boats & Cars - Easy DIY Modification -
- Antenna Design Information & Software
- Base loaded receiver aerials - DIY Whip Flywire
- Base loaded receiver aerials - DIY Whip Flywire mini aerial for 35 Mhz
- Bobbin - Hitec Antenna Bobbin FAQ, Purpose and Effect
- Microantenna
- RC Rubber Duck - Smiley Antenna RC Page
- RC Rubber Duck - DIY Fit & Installation
- Rubber Ducky v. Whip Antennas - Berg Industries***
- Rubber Ducky TX Antenna - DIY short transmitter antenna
- Pushrod as Receiver Antenna
- Receiver Antenna - Does Length Really Matter?
- Receiver Antenna - Original lengths for Hitec, Futaba, GWS, JR & Others
- FlyWire for Helicopter - [Loaded base antenna] - Tony Van Roon
Auto Pilots & Gyro
- Autopilot: - Build your own - FAQ
- Futaba - Gyro hidden programs
- Gyros Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Gyro - RC Model Aircaft Set Up includes Rudder, Elevator & more.
- Gyro - Resolution - Frame Rate & Servo Compatibility Explained
- Hitech HG-5000 Gyro Setup & Review with videos. ***
- Hitech HG-5000 Gyro - Undocumented Self Calibration Procedure
- Logictech 2100T & Hitec 5000 Gyro - Self Calibration (Hard Re-Set)
- Micropilot - Miniature, Low-Cost, UAV, RPV, RC Autopilots etc
- PA-2 Pilot Assist Link Auto Pilot System
- UAV Flight Control Systems - Micropilot - D.I.Y.
ESC & BEC - Setup to prevent majority of all RF Problems, Brownouts & Crashes
- BEC, UBEC aka SBEC aka Switchmode Regulator & Brownouts _ Understanding & Tips - Video
- Electric Flight - "Kill & ARM" On/Off Switch for EP models_even if Throttle Lock available.
- ESC - Electronic Speed Control - Will not arm/start? How to set up Computerised Transmitters for ESC.
- ESC - Electronic Speed Control - Why BEC and LVC cause most EP RX problems.
- ESC BEC - FAQ - Phoenix Answers
- ESC BEC - How Many Servo can an ESC/BEC handle - typical
- ESC BEC - Noise - Reduce with Capacitor at RX Terminal
- ESC BEC - Do Not Use Spektrum Capacitors in Acro/Heli Models & Brownouts
- ESC BEC - Overloaded stock BEC major cause of glitches. - Video included.
- ESC - Water Proofing - includes Servo & Rceiver
- Linear Regulators or Switchmode (switching) Regulators - differences. Use switching (aka UBEC) wherever possible.
- Switchmode & Linear Regulators - A beginner’s guide to best usage **
Receiver - FAQ, Guides & Aids To Best Reception..
- AM, FM, PCM & Spread Spectrum radios - FAQ re differences
- Buddy (Trainer) Box not working with Berg PPL, IPD and similar TX Signal Recognition Receivers.
- Combined PPM (CPPM) - do not use nmore than 6ch - warnings
- Crystals - Hi & Low Band , JR Dot Identifiers & Center Tuned - FAQ
- Comparison charts of RX with FAQ and photos *****
- Guide to receivers - and solving apparent RX & "Interference" problems.***
- Futaba - "Anylink" Compatibility Chart with Cable & Battery requirements.
- Futaba - 72Mhz Hi & Lo Band Difference & Markings
- Futaba - FASST Product Advisory - R6014FS Receiver Warning
- Futaba - S-Bus Receivers & Servos ...Review
- GWS - Amend 4Ch Receiver to an 8 Ch receiver DIY.
- GWS - Convert Positive shift RX to Negative Shift and Negative shift to Positive.
- Heathkit - Schematic Diagram Archive
- Hitec - HFS-04MG and other 4015 based RX - Addi extra channels
- Hitec - HFS- 535 - amend from 5 to 8 ch.
- Hitec HAS-2MB R/C RX - Modify to 3ch etc - site down email Alan for details
- Hitec - Electron 6 Info, Spec & Manual
- Hitec - Optima 6 - DIY Flash updates via HPP-22
- Hitec - Optima Transceiver (RX) - Adding PPM Output
- Hitec - Optima Transceivers (RX) - FAQ & Undocumented Features
- Hitec - Optima Transceiver (Rx) - Dual Battery Setup Recommendations for Various model types ***
- Htec - Hitec HPP-22 - Replacement Leads, Extensions & How To Update Optima buried in Models
- Hitec - Receiver & Optima Transceiver - Polarity of Receiver Servo Ports (channels), Plugs and Leads.
- Hitec - Receiver Servo Plug & Pin Polarity
- Hitec - Supreme Receivers - History, Manuals & FAQ - .pdf
- Hitec - Supreme series Receivers 555 & RCD 200<>3600 7ch & 8ch Manual & FAQ
- Hitec - Supreme series Receivers RCD3500 FAQ
- Hitec - Supreme Receiver RCD-3800 Review
- Hitec - Synthesised Fusion 9 receiver manual
- Hitec - Synthesised HSD-09RQ (Freedom 9S) Manuals, Pinouts and set-up
- Hztec Co., Ltd. Global Position Finder (GPS) for RC
- IPD (Intelligent Pulse Decoding) Receivers - FAQ .pdf file
- Multiplex - IPD & Synthesised Receiver Manuals (& Pictures)
- Polk's Hobby - Seeker ll & 6 - Synthesised Rx manual & setup tips.
- Radiolink - T4EU, T6EHP-E, T6EHP, 6EAP, T7F Link or Bind
- Receiver - 101 - How a Receiver Operates, Voltages & R/C Control Signals
- Receiver - Coax Cable & U.FL Connector for 2.4GHz Antenna Extension - DIY
- Receiver - Jitter - Is RX set for High Resolution Digital Servo or Analogue Servo where applicable
- Receiver - Operating Range
- Receiver & Servo - operating voltage ranges.
- Receiver - Operating Current & Voltage
- Receiver & Servo - Testing/Confirming Servo Signal with Digital Multimeter
- Receiver - Antenna - 2.4Ghz install Carbon Fiber & Kevlar fuselage - avoid interferance.
- Receiver - Antenna - Does Length Really Matter?
- Receiver - Antenna - Original lengths & DIY Replacements for PPM & 2.4Ghz for Hitec, Futaba, GWS, JR & others
- Receiver - Channel Assignments, which to use as determined by different brands of TX
- Receiver - Dual Receiver Set Up
- Receiver - Dual Receiver Set Up - How To Avoid Errors.
- Receiver - JR S-PCM & X-PCM, Futaba PCM 512 & 1024, Hitec PCM & QPCM
- Receiver - Performance Considerations - FMA
- Receiver - Polarity of Receiver Servo Ports (channels), Plugs and Leads.
- Receiver - Pin Polarity_Hard Case are Polarised_Soft Case have S_P_N printed on side.
- Receiver - Negative Shift or Positive Shift?
- Receiver Primer - MacGregor Industries JR - FAQ's
- Receiver - DSP & IPD TSR (Transmitter-Signal-Recognition) Schemes
- Receiver - Transmitter - compatibility
- Receiver - Tuning DIY ex receiver kits etc.- Email Alan for .pdf
- Receiver - Wet, dunked in Water - refer especially to posts #18 & #30.
- Single Conversion vs Dual Conversion - fact sheet.
- Spektrum - Bind Plug lost/left at home....DIY Field Replacement
- Spektrum - Spektrum Capacitors reduce noise but Do Not Prevent Brownouts in Acro/Heli Models
- WiFi and Interference - Urban myth clarified.
- Wireless Copilot - Innovative RC Products
Receiver Operating Range, Range Test & Range Problem Solving
- Range of Transmitter and Receiver
- Range - Increase Range of your FPV equipment
- Range Test - Futaba answers.
- Range Test - JR answers. (If defaults to Horizon, check article ID 1079
- Range Test - Comparative Range Test data on multiple systems
- Range test - TX with Rubber Duck Antenna
- Range Test - Check and Resolution of Range Failure *
- Receiver - Operating Range
- Receiver - Operating Range - Full vs ParkFlyer vs Backyard. *
- Range Problem
- Range Problem - Transmitter Antenna cleaning
Glitches & Jitter in Receiver, Servo & ESC - Causes and Cures [see also servo & TX sections below]
- After Market Accessories - Caution re Opti-kill, Duralite, Powerbox, Switches, Leads etc.
- BURN IN - Aging of RC Transmitter, Receiver & Servo components
- A123 - Voltage Regulators and LiFe Battery Packs (inc 5 cell NiMH/NiCD packs)
- 2.4 Ghz - Cheap ARF packages and Older Systems Are Not Interference proof
- Battery - How to foil wrap RX Bat for use with GP engines.
- 2.4Ghz & PPM - Video = Not Lock Out Brownout or other = Pilot Stall Errors - video.
- Bluetooth - Interference with 2.4GHz rc units.
- Brownouts & Failsafe Failure- JR & Spektrum RX Problems - Low Voltage cause & cure.
- Brownout Causes and Cure
- Crystals - Swapping brands in RC Transmitters and Receivers.
- Crystals - Why Transmitter & Receiver Crystals Fail Without Warning (or after being dropped)
- Electromagnetic Interference Reduction
- EPA, ATV, Dual Rates & Expo Differences & Caution + ESC BEC Set Up
- Futaba - 6EA & 6EXH - Replace Dirty Stick Pots - DIY
- Futaba - 2.4GHz systems - "bug" in the v5. firmware = Incorrect pulses create Jitter for UHF FPV users.
- Futaba - 12z & 14MZ jitters - new TX stick pots required.
- Futaba FAAST - R6014FS receiver - servos do not work or sporadic.
- Futaba FAAST - R6016HF receiver - HS65 & other non digital servos do not work or sporadic.
- Futaba FASST lockout - causes and cures
- Futaba - R127DF - an old Hi/Low Band RX prone to vibration and jitters
- Futaba - R127DF..Channel cannot be changed by simply swapping crystal, must be retuned each time.
- Futaba - RX.jitters. Futaba is not responsible for incompatibility other brand servo etc
- Glitching & Jitters? - How to banish
- Hypothetical interference with 2.4GHz
- Hobby King (aka Flysky etc) TX and RX units - Blocked by Futaba FAAST
- Interbrand Compatibility - Futaba. NB: Hitec & JR post similar statements. ***
- Jitter - Analogue Servo Arm (Horn) swings when Rx switched powered on.
- Jitter - Intermittant behaviour - Digital HXT & Bluebirds
- Jitter - High Resolution Digital Servo - Why & DIY Cure #01
- Jitter - High Resolution Digital Servo - Why & DIY Cure #02
- Jitter - Is RX set for High Resolution Digital Servo or Analogue Servo where applicable
- Jitter - Servo Wag & Jerky Servo Movements
- Jittering servos - DIY cleaning TX & RX pots
- Jiittering servos - photo illustrated DIY cleaning servo pots .pdf ***
- Jittering servos on 6V - different brand voltages on signal line
- JR - DS8717 Servo problems? less rotation than others - decrease EPA
- JR Servos - Warranty void most JR servos used above 4.8V - Do not use above 6.0v fixed.
- Optical Kill Switches - Do Not Use RCEXL & Others with Common Ground (Negative) line
- Optical Kill Switches - Prevent Problems with RCEXL & Other Ignition Switches
- Radio Interference Primer
- RC Flyers Guide to Electrics
- RC Flyers Guide to the Radio Control System
- RC Installations for best reception.
- RC Installation for Large Models
- RF Noise in Audio, Video & R/C Systems - (Ferrite Filter / RF Choke )
- RF Noise - Ferrite Rings, Chokes & DIY RC Lead examples #1
- RF Noise - Ferrite Rings, Chokes & DIY RC Lead examples #2
- RF Noise - Solving Servo Jitters (inc cleaning TX & RX pots)
- RFI Prevention - Ensure "R" type plug and/or Cap is fitted to Petrol Engines.
- RC RFI [Interference] Scanning FAQ
- Servo - Analogue Servo Arm (Horn) swings when Rx switched powered on.
- Servo - Boosted (Buffered Servo) "Y" especially "Miracle Wye" & Extension Lead Gauges
- Servo - Receiver in High Speed Mode with Analogue Servo - damage posible.
- Servo - DIY Analysis of Servo Problems and Repair
- Servo - DIY Analysis of Jitters and how to clean Servo & TX pots - pdf
- Servo - Do not turn by hand - post #6 & #11.
- Servo - Extensions and Jitter
- Servo - How to calculate Servo Extension Lead Gauge Required for Analogue & Digital Servo
- Servo - Hitec Instruction Manual with Rotation, Pulse, Resolution details etc. (.pdf)
- Servo - How to Diagnose Servo Failures & Repair Servo ***
- Servo - Not Centering Properly.
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- Servo - Voltage. MKS between 5.5-5.8V for maximum performance
- Swamping - cause of jitter when Tx & Rx are to close, includes 2.4Ghz.
- Transmitter On First - Off Last
- Transmitter - Low Battery Alarm & Minimum Safe Operating Voltage
- Traxxas - 2.4Ghz systems use Digital Servos only.
- Voltage Protector Capacitor - Not for use with Acro models.
- Weather effects (cold) on RC systems
Servo - Alterations, Calculators, Databases, Leads, Repairs, Convert to an ESC or winch & FAQ.
- Servo Theory & Servo Drivers
- 101 - Servo FAQ & picking the right servo for the job
- 101 - Servo Repair - Finless Bob's Video ***
- Electronic Speed Controller using an old servo
- Fibre Optic - DIY replace RC system leads - Forgues Research
- GoSlow - realistic flap and landing gear actuation - If site down, email Alan for a copy.
- RMG Servos (Yacht winches)
- Servo Chart - Hitec (pdf) Jan 2013
- Servo - Basics and Driver - Ahmet Onat
- Servo Basics and Servo Drivers
- Servo - Burnout. Cause & Prevention
- Servo - 5 amp Fuse Leads to Protect Against Dead Short Melt-downs
- Servo - Calculator - ensure servo is powerfull enough for the job
- Servo - Convert into Monster Servos & DIY RC Lawn Mowers
- Servo - Database - Anders (650+)
- Servo - Database (2168+ comparisons & Reviews)
- Servo - Database + Download Winzip Program "Choisir ces servos" ***
- Servo - Database Comparison Chart by Fatlion.com
- Servo - Database Wiki rc-network ***
- Servo - FAQ : Backlash - Gear Mesh & Deadband Slop, Correct Metal Gear Servo
- Servo - FAQ : Center & End Point Adjustment
- Servo - FAQ : Compatibility between age and brands
- Servo - FAQ : Correct use and set up of servo for best overall resolution
- Servo - FAQ : Dual Elevator set up.
- Servo - FAQ : Effect of Increased & Decreased EPA & Throws
- Servo - FAQ : Extensions and Jitters - JR.
- Servo - FAQ : Hitec answers.***
- Servo - FAQ : Digital Programmer
- Servo - FAQ : Digital FET - Futaba answers***
- Servo - FAQ : Digital - Hitec answers***
- Servo - FAQ : Digital - Squealing Servos.
- Servo - FAQ - D Link Connectors = one plug for multiple servos in removable wings
- Servo - FAQ : Gear Train Material - Karbonite vs Nylon vs Metal (MG)
- Servo - FAQ : Hi Voltage Servos Slow at center
- Servo - FAQ : Installation - pictorial
- Servo - FAQ : Is your Servo going Bad??
- Servo - FAQ : Kraft Servo Connectors & 4 Wire Servo Operation
- Servo - FAQ : Linear Output conversion
- Servo - FAQ : Metal Gear Servos - DIY Repair & Extend MG Servo Gear Life
- Servo - FAQ : Metal Gear Servos - Expected Lifetime (short) with extreme 3D use. post #2 & #4.
- Servo - FAQ : Metal Gear Servos - Why MG Servo have a Plastic Primary 1st Gear
- Servo - FAQ : Resolution - 1 Degree Wheel & Arm for testing.
- Servo - FAQ : Resolution Latency Gear Ratio - how it effects TX latency
- Servo - FAQ : Servo Torque (How is it measured) and Conversion Kg.cm <> oz in
- Servo - FAQ : Testing Servo Signals DIY with Digital Multimeter
- Servo - FAQ : Throw, 100% Tx setting is best, 125% is mechanically poor
- Servo - FAQ : Torque Measurement
- Servo - FAQ : Torque Tester - DIY
- Servo - FAQ : Which servo to buy - Peak Servo Current Test Results. ***
- Servo - Futaba Faast mini (molex) connector supplies
- Servo - Futaba G <> J Servo Plug Pinouts, Adapators & Pulse Width difference
- Servo - Futaba S-Bus Servo - Review
- S148 & S3001 vs. S3003 & S3004 - Do not use S3003/4 in Heli or Petrol Powered Models
- Servo - Hitec Aluminium (Metal) Servo Horn Chart
- Hitec - Servo Configurator .. which to use
- Servo - Hitec HS-65MG How To Rebuild, Replace Bearing - Pictorial & Video
- Servo - Hitec MG Servo Output Shaft Size - Cross Hair Mark New
- Servo - Hitec RCD Servo Nomenclature & Ball Bearing Sizes
- Servo - Horn Arm Spline Count and Inter Brand Compatibility
- Servo - Horn Arm Extension - DIY Alloy, FRP, CF & Nylon
- Servo - Horn Centering & Spline Count.
- Servo - Horn Screw - Hitec & Futaba Metal & Resin gear screw sizes
- Servo - How they work, adjust & repair tutorial *
- Servo - How to Diagnose Servo Failures & Repair Servo *
- Servo - JR - Warranty void most JR servos used above 4.8V
- Servo - Pulse, PPM and PCM coding. (animated illustrations)
- Servo - DIY Analysis of Jitters and how to clean Servo & TX pots
- Servo - DIY Analysis of Servo Problems and Repair
- Servo - DIY Repair & Stop Jitters. Pictorial pot cleaning and adjust #1
- Servo - DIY Repair & Stop Jitters. Pictorial pot cleaning and adjust #2
- Servo - DIY Repair - Lubrication (servo grease)
- Servo - DIY Repair - Thermal Paste for Digital Servo Heatsink
- Servo - How to solve Servo Jitters (inc cleaning TX & RX pots)
- Servo - Installation - Correct Mounting & Tips for longer life.
- Servo - Installation - Numerous methods to fit servos into fuse & wings..
- Servo - Lead Wire Gauge (all) & Servo Plugs including Micro JST & PicoBlade
- Servo - Lead Wire DIY Crimp Connectors, Wire Gauge & Current Flow Charts pdf ***
- Servo - Modify to power your model boat (TS-53 aka S148 shown)
- Servo - Offset = OST & ACC = Acceleration (for asymmetrical servo travel)
- Servo - Operating Voltage Range - Burnout..
- Servo - Operating Voltage Range - (Futaba) usuage with NiMH, Lipol, LiFe & A123 batteries. #01
- Servo - Operating Voltage Range - (Futaba) usuage with NiMH, Lipol & A123 batteries. #02
- Servo - Operating Voltage Range - (Hitec) usuage with NiMH, Lipol & A123 batteries.
- Servo - Operating Voltage Range - Hitec Pre-HV Servos useable with unregulated 2S Lipo
- Servo - Operating Voltage Range - (JR/Spektrum) - max 6.0v fixed.
- Servo - Operating Voltage Range - MKS between 5.5-5.8V for maximum performance
- Servo - Operating Voltage Range - (Sanwa/Airtronics) with NiMH, Lipol, LiFe & A123 batteries.
- Servo - Resolution - what is it? 512,1025, 2048 Analogue & Digital
- Servo - Resolution - Frame Rate & Gyro Compatibility Explained
- Servo - System Application Tips - Control Engineering
- Servo - Troubleshooting problems : Hitec answers.***
- Servo - Water Proof #1
- Servo - Water Proof #2
- Servo - Waterproofing inc ESC, Receivers
- Servo - Wiring Diagrams = use with other brand RX.
- Tower Hobbico Servos - Identify manufacturer - Futaba or Hitec
- V-Tail & Elevon Mixer - setting up a standard mixer (e.g. GWS VR-Tail ll)
Servo - Digital & Brushless Servo, Programmers and Software
- Brushless Servo - refer post #10 & #19 for major information
- Digital Servo - Digital (aka FET) Servo & difference with Analogue Servo (PDF).
- Digital Servo - Digital vs Analogue Hz, Deadband & Torque effects explained - Servomances.
- Digital Servo Instruction Videos - Programming with HFP-10, HFP-20, HPP-21+, HFP-25
- Digital Servo Programming FAQ - Center & End Point - Adjust to Match TX
- Digital Servo Programming FAQ - Center Point May Vary - Why & Correction
- Digital Servo Programming FAQ - Center Point & End Point variance - Why & Correction
- Digital Servo Programming FAQ - Programmer is Preferable to using EPA & Trims on TX
- Digital Servo - Burnout. Cause & Prevention
- Digital Servo - Delayed or Slow Centering at Start up #01
- Digital Servo - High Resolution & Jitter - Why & DIY Cure #02
- Digital Servo - How to calculate Servo Lead or Extension Lead Gauge and if Boostered Buffered Required
- Digital Servo - HSR (Robotic) Servo. Do Not Use for Acro or Standard Purposes.
- Digital Servo - Stop the Jitter of High Resolution Servo at center
- Digital Servo - "Y" together without problem / jitter
- Futaba - Programmable Digital Servo list & software
- GWS - Digital Servo - Resolution & Driving Frequency
- GWS - Digital Servo Programmer Info & Manual
- Hitec - Digital Servo - Resolution & Driving Frequency - Frame Rates,.
- Hitec - Digital Servo - Matching Elevator Halves
- Hitec - Digital Servo Programming Fixture - review
- Hitec - Digital Servo Programming Instruction 7XXX 50XX Manual.pdf
- Hitec - HFP-20 - Servo Tester_Programmer inc Transmitter Pulse Width Tester.
- Hitec - HFP-20, HPP-21, HPP-21+, HMI = Servo Tester_Programmers for Hitec G2, digital and other servos.
- Hitec - HFP-25 - Servo Tester_Programmer inc Transmitter Pulse Width Tester.
- Hitec - HMI Digital Programmer for HSR "Robotic" Servos-_Manual_PDF
- Hitec - HPP-21 & HPP-22 Programmers - Download Station - How to Install & Use
- Hyperion - Digital servo User Guide and Software download.
- Spektrum - Digital Servo Programmer
Servo - Modify for Retracts, Swing, Number of Turns, Ganging, Reverse & Continuous Rotation
- Modify to 180 & 360 degree operation.. Gang and Fit servos to yachts & boats - email Alan for .pdf
- Sailwinch servo - adjusting the number of rotations for Hitec HS785HB - email Alan for full ,pdf
- Sailwinch servo - adjust number of turns from your TX *- - email Alan for full ,pdf in need
- Servo - How to modify (S148) for 360 degree rotation - winch
- Servo - Drive Sprockets and Chains in lieu of horns.
- Servo - DIY Fit Flat Aluminium Horns
- Servo - DIY Linear Action
- Servo - DIY Reverse Rotation
- Servo - DIY Reverser, Driver, Direct Controller and other mods.
- Servo - Reverse operation . DIY pictorial
- Servo - Reverser for Y-cord operation - If site down, email Alan for copy.
- Servo - Modify HS-322HD for continuous rotation
- Servo - Modify HS-311 for continuous rotation
- Servo - Modify for 360 degree rotation.
- Servo - Modify Digital for infinite rotation, 360 degree rotation
- Servo - Modify HS-81 & HS-85 for 180 degree rotation
- Servo - Modify HS-55 & HS-85MG for Continuous rotation
- Servo - Modify non digital for 180 dregree rotation
- Servo - Retract Conversion (S-148)
Telemetry
- Hitec - Telemetry FAQ, refer lower third of page.
- FrSky - manual (pdf)
- Futaba - Telemetry Sensors
- Spektrum - Telemetry Sensors
- Telemetry - High Speed Dual Axis Gryos and Onboard Radar
Transmitter - FAQ - Additions, Adjustments, Mode Change, Clonepacs & Repairs.
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- Service Menu - CAUTION: Unauthorised Entry and/or TX alterations Invalidate Warranty & Rights/Remedies under Consumer Guarantees Act at least in NZ, irrespective of brand & may cause soft/firmware conflicts or "brick" your TX..
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- <Use clean slate on computerised TX - Reset/Renew model memory first - clears residual mixs - ensure battery fully charged>
- Add Missing Channels to Transmitters - (DIY 4ch TX upto 7ch TX)
- Add pot to TX for EPA or adjust turns on Sail Winch - email Alan if site down.
- Airfield - Convert Shantou Lanyu_Guanli N4 Tx & XY400 Rx to 6ch
- Art-Tech E-Sky 6ch TX ETC62_2.4
- Batteries_Lithium Polymer - Do Not Use 3S Lipo in Transmitters
- Batteries_Lithium Polymer - Do Not Use 3S Lipo in Futaba Transmitters
- Batteries_Lithium Polymer - Do Not Use 3S Lipo in JR Transmitters 01 - JR Service Dept.
- Batteries_Lithium Polymer - Do Not Use 3S Lipo in JR Transmitters 02
- Batteries_Lithium Polymer - Use of LiFE & Lipo in Sanwa aka Airtronics Transmitters & RX
- Batteries_Lithium Polymer - Why & How to add Diodes to Reduce Lipo Voltage for use in TX
- Bezel Wrench for Transmitter Switches - DIY
- Bling for Transmitters - Coloured Bezel (Nut), Sticks, Caps & Switch Caps.
- Diodes - How to jump to delta/charge/Cycle TX.
- Diodes - Never jump TX Charging Circuit Diode: Why it is there
- Dual Frequency - DIY convert TX to both original 72, 35, 36, 40 or 41 GHz & 2.4 GHz
- Dual Rates and Exponential (Hi - Low Rates) Explained and Compared (by AEAJR)
- Dual Rates and Exponential Theory (Hi Low Rates) - VIDEO x 2
- E-flite - HP6DSM 2.4GHz DSM2 - Dip Switch Settings
- E-Sky - Transmitter Manual, FAQ & Tips inc CP Belt Heli set up.
- E-Sky - DIY Fix Gimbals and Dirty Stick Pots
- Flysky 9x aka Imax 9x, Turnigy 9x, Eurgle 9 - Alternate Firmware - includes Gruvin9x
- Flysky 9x etc - Add-on Board with built-in Programmer and EL Backlight
- Flysky 9x aka Imax 9x, Turnigy 9x, Eurgle 9 - Warning - Blocked by Futaba FAAST
- Flysky 9x aka Imax 9x, Turnigy 9x, Eurgle 9 - Warning for FrSky users flying in a group.
- Flysky 9x aka Imax 9x, Turnigy 9x, Eurgle 9 - Reversed Polarity - DIY Repair
- Flysky 9x aka Imax 9x, Turnigy 9x, Eurgle 9 - Dead & Reversed Polarity - Fuses Diodes & Repair
- Flysky 9x aka Imax 9x, Turnigy 9x, Eurgle 9 - Custom Firmware Facts & How-to Thread
- Flysky 9x aka Imax 9x, Turnigy 9x, Eurgle 9 - USB programmer for T9x - DIY
- Flysky 9x aka Imax 9x, Turnigy 9x, Eurgle 9 - Setup Hardware & Software VIDEOs
- FrSky - Two PPM modes: HS (9ms) & FS (18ms) - Use correct mode to prevent servo burnout
- Futaba - 101 & 102 Video on Programming Futaba Transmitters - Steve Kaluf
- Futaba - 3EGX & 10 pin module conversion to 24Ghz.
- Futaba & Hitec - Convert Non Module Tx to Spektrum DSM2
- Futaba Campac - FAQ & transfer of models between Futaba TX.
- Futaba - Clonepac.
- Futaba - DIY Clonepac Campac (aprox. $10).
- Futaba - Service and/or Parts No Longer Available
- Futaba - Service Menu - Do Not Enter - Warning from A.M.Cross
- Futaba - Service Menu DIY adjust 8U, 9C, 9Z & 10C
- Futaba - Service Menu DIY adjust T-8FG
- Futaba - Service Menu 9VAP
- Futaba - Service Menu & Mode Change 9VAP
- Futaba - Service Menu DIY Tweak 9Z & adjust dirty pots
- Futaba - Signal Inverter. Change from Negative Shift to Positive Shift
- Futaba - Switch part numbers
- Futaba - Skysport 3ch. Amend motor on/off to rotary pot - email Alan for .jpg
- Futaba - Skysport 4 open 5th Ch. & Interface for PC - email Alan for details
- Futaba - Skysport 4 increase from 4 channel to 5 channel
- Futaba - Skysport T4EXA - open 5th Channel - DIY
- Futaba - Skysport 6 - DIY pictorial convert to 2.4 Ghz
- Futaba - 12FG, 12Z, 14MZ, FX40 Change Module Area Code & Programming
- Futaba - 14MZ - Area Codes - DIY area code change
- Futaba - 6EX etc - Add Pot or 3 Position Switches
- Futaba - 6EXA & Tower 6XM - Adding & Swapping Switches - pictorial
- Futaba - 6EXA & Tower 6XM - Caution 01 - Faulty Gimbals
- Futaba - 6EXA & Tower 6XM - Caution 02 - Faulty Gimbals
- Futaba - 6EXA & Tower 6XM - Caution 03 - Faulty Pots
- Futaba - 6EXA & Tower 6XM - Caution 04 - Faulty Pots & DIY repair
- Futaba - 6J WARNING this is 4 channel only if not in S-FHSS mode which burns out analogue servos
- Futaba - 6EX & T6A, - Reverse Polarity DIY repair.
- Futaba - 7C (FASST) 4-servo wing, V-Tail, Crow Complete set up Guide
- Futaba - 8FG - Alternate SD (memory) card = Sandisk 2GB SD card (not SDHC)
- Futaba - 8FG "Back Up error" - not cost effective to repair - Futaba replaces TX.
- Futaba - 8FG - DIY Support for Switch & Gimbal Fly Leads.
- Futaba - 8FG - Total loss of Programming (see post 1235 also)
- Futaba - 8J WARNING this is 4 channel only if not in S-FHSS mode which burns out analogue servos
- Futaba - 8U FF8 series - Warning Alarm Error when TX Switched on = Futaba Fault.
- Futaba - 8U FF8 series - Gimbal Wire breakage
- Futaba - 9C etc Cyclic (swash) ring for Mode 2
- Futaba - 9C etc - Reversed Battery Polarity - DIY Repair
- Futaba - 9C - Trainer Board Short Circuit - DIY Repair
- Futaba - 9C - Spreadsheet for recording transmitter programming
- Futaba - 9V series Service Menu & Mode Change
- Futaba - 9Z Unofficial Workshop Manual (Service, Repair & More
- Futaba - 9Z WC2 - Disassembling, Upgrading and Servicing (pictorial)
- Futaba - 12MZ channel expansion to 26 ch & 14MZ channel expansion to 28 channels.
- Futaba - 14 MZ & 18MZ - Open Cases and Spring Tension adjust.
- Futaba Skysport - Schematic and DIY Frequency Change
- GWS Transmitter - Review & add Buddy or Simulator connection
- Graupner - MC19 2.4 conversion, use as guide to convert most most JR stryle modules..
- Guanli - Convert Shantou Lanyu & Airfield N4 Tx & XY400 Rx to 6ch
- Head Tracker Unit - DIY Addition via trainer port
- Heathkit - Schematic Diagram Archive
- Hitec & Futaba - DIY Remote TX Mounting for 2.4GHz Antenna (Dual Std & 2.4)
- Hitec - Aggressor SRX & Lynx 3D - 27MHz compatible modules
- Hitec - Futaba Tactic Anylink Module Compatibility, Cables & Setup
- Hitec - Head Tracker Unit - DY Addition
- Hitec - Transmitter Rapid or Fast Charging Max Rate via Tx Socket.
- Hitec Aurora 9 - Battery Alarm Voltages, Capability and Setting
- Hitec Aurora 9 - Convert to 72 mhz With Old Style Module - NB: Post #5 - Reduced Range
- Hitec Aurora 9 - Dragon Link - DIY Installation
- Hitec Aurora 9 - Hack with Assan 2.4ghz systems - pictorial
- Hitec Aurora 9 - Hack with FrSky 2.4ghz systems - pictorial
- Hitec Aurora 9 - Hack with Origin RF-MFX-800X Spektrum Compatiblle DSM2 Module - pictorial
- Hitec Aurora - "How To Set Up" Video series by Finless Bob
- Hitec Aurora - Latency - What Latency Problem other than Marketing Hype?
- Hitec Aurora - Set Up TriCopter & MultiCopters
- Hitec Aurora - Reversed TX Battery Polarity Damage Fix 01
- Hitec Aurora - Reversed TX Battery Polarity Damage Fix 02
- Hitec Aurora - Spectra Modules & Optima Transceivers & Minima Receivers - FAQ & Updates
- Hitec Aurora - Stick Tension Adjust & Tip Extensions
- Hitec Aurora - Version Updates and Support
- Hitec Eclipse - Pro Car - 3ch 20 memory, Detail & Manual
- Hitec Eclipse 7 & 7 Pro - Manuals, Addenda, Quick Setup, CCPM & All Programming FAQ
- Hitec Eclipse 7 - Convert to Hitec AFHSS 2.4Ghz
- Hitec Eclipse 7 - Convert to Assan 2.4Ghz
- Hitec Eclipse 7 - Double Model memory.
- Hitec Eclipse 7 - FPV Set up Dragon Link etc
- Hitec Eclipse 7 - Heli 90 Degree CCPM Set Up
- Hitec Eclipse 7 - Heli Set Up Chart
- Hitec Eclipse 7 - Servo Travel Reduced
- Hitec Eclipse 7 - Set up Servo and Programme for Ultra Stick
- Hitec Eclipse 7 - Program Flapperon Mix on 5ch RX (Micro 555)
- Hitec Eclipse 7 - Reversed Polarity - Prevention & Cure
- Hitec Eclipse 7 - (& Prism 7) Dual Elevator Servo - Ailevator setup (see pdf)
- Hitec Eclipse 7 - Set up DLG - Glider Launch and Reflex Presets with Camber Settings
- Hitec Eclipse 7 - Set up full house glider / Ultra Stick controls - 4 & 6 servo wings
- Hitec Eclipse 7 - Set up Heading Hold Gyro - amendment to manual
- Hitec Flash 4 & 4SX - 5 & 5SX - Manual & FAQ
- Hitec Flash 4 X - convert to Flash 5 X
- Hitec Flash 4&5 - Fast-charging Mod
- Hitec Flash 4 - DIY add Trainer buddy box facility.
- Hitec Flash 4 & 5 - Voltage Calibration
- Hitec Flash 4 & 5 - DIY Double Memory
- Hitec Flash 4 - DIY modify add 5th channel (Retract Switch )
- Hitec Focus III - DIY add/install elevon trim adjustor
- Hitec Focus III - DIY add/install elevon trim pot.
- Hitec Focus III - DIY add/install Trainer lead
- Hitec Focus 4 - DIY add extra channels 5,6 & 7
- Hitec Laser 4 & 6 - Increase / Decrease Tension on Trim Adjustors
- Hitec Lite 4 - Manual
- Hitec Optic 5 - Manual, Review & FAQ
- Hitec Optic 6 & Optic 6 Sport - Manuals, Tutorial, Addendum & Comparison Charts ***
- Hitec Optic 6 & Optic 6 Sport - Failsafe Setup for both PPM & 2.4Ghz versions
- Hitec Optic 6 - DIY Convert to 8ch compatible with Eclipse 7
- Hitec Optic 6 - DIY LCD Backlighting Mod
- Hitec Optic 6 - DIY modify add 7th channel
- Hitec Optic 6 - DIY modify increase memory from 8 to 16 models
- Hitec Optic 6 - DIY Pictorial Instal Rubber Duck Antenna
- Hitec Optic 6 - DIY Single Mount For Multiple Antennas
- Hitec Optic 6 - LCD Backlight Screen - DIY Mod (pictorial)
- Hitec Optic 6 - FPV set up Dragonlink etc.
- Hitec Optic 6 - Program Aileron - Elevator Mix for Canards.
- Hitec Optic 6 - Programming DLG & Full House Sailplanes
- Hitec Optic 6 - Program Flapperon Mix on 5ch RX (Micro 555)
- Hitec Optic 6 - Left hand Slider & Right Hand Slider Functions
- Hitec Optic 6 - Gyro switch set up
- Hitec Optic 6 - Reversed Polarity & Blue LED problem
- Hitec Optic 6 - Timer Addendum
- Hitec Optic 6 - Tutorial (learn mixing & other functions irrespective of brand) ***
- Hitec Optic 6 Sport - Channel 6 solely for programmed (pre-mixed) different flight modes & conditions
- Hitec Optic 6 Sport - Flap Programming with Ch6
- Hitec Optic 6 Sport - Battery - NiMH & Lipo, do not use LiFE.
- Hitec Optic 6 Sport - Reversed Polarity and constant Beeping
- Hitec Optic 6 Sport - Setup Dual Elevators & Dual Ailerons.
- Hitec Optic 6 Sport - Firmware Upgrades now available online.
- Hitec Optic 6 Sport - Conversion to Aftermarket 2.4GHz systems - FrSky, Coronoa, Assan etc
- Hitec Prism 7 mod - DIY fit Trainer socket
- Hitec Prism - Prism 7 & 7X Manuals and FAQ
- Hitec Prism 7X - Replace a Gimbal with Rotary Knob and Two Firing Buttons
- Hitec Ranger 3 - Extend to 7 Channel.
- Hitec Prism 7 mod - DIY fit Spectra 2.4GHz module to early version.
- Hitec - Signal Inverter. Change old fixed PPM TX from Negative Shift to Positive Shift
- Hitec - Switch Part Numbers - Replace Broken Switches.
- Jeti Duplex 2.4EX DC-16 - Caution - Sticks are thin Aluminium - easily Broken.
- JR - Century 7 & Apex 7 - Failsafe Settings & Manual
- JR - Change Positive Transmitter Shift on 72mhz units to Negative shift
- JR - Corruption in Model Memories or Blank Screen
- JR - DIY DSC cable and use.
- JR - DIY Replace back up Lithium Memory Battery #1 (X-347 etc)
- JR - DIY Replace back up Lithium Memory Battery #2
- JR - DIY Replace back up Lithium Memory Battery #3 (Pictorial)
- JR - DIY Revive JR X347 & other JR Transmitters
- JR - Quattro modify from 4ch to 6 Ch (add 2 extra channels)
- JR - Bulletin - DSMX transmitters operating in DSM2 mode - TX Recall
- JR - JR Propo Transmitter Lithium Backup Battery #JU70000
- JR - Transmitter FAQ and Programming all current models for Aero & Heli
- JR - Service Menu - XP6102
- JR - Service Menu - XP7202
- JR - Service Menu - XP 7202 & DX7
- JR - Servivce Menu - XP 8103 (aka 3810) & 6102
- JR - X347 - Activate hidden CCPM program_ 01
- JR - X347 - Activate hidden CCPM program_ 02
- JR - X347, X388, X783 series - Change Shift from Positive to Negative Shift
- JR - X347, X388, X783 series - Activate Programs hidden in those bought in USA
- JR - X388S, X347 et all. - Change Internal Battery, Reset, Service modes etc.
- JR - 9303, XP9303 Spektrum DX7 - Blank Screen, Corrupt Memory or Back up Error
- JR - X9303 Aileron Gimbal Wire Breakage Bulletin
- JR - X9303 - Adjust Contrast of Screen Display to Improve Readability
- JR - X9303 & X9503 - Acro Set up
- JR - X9503 and other Roller Button - DIY Repair (pictorial )
- JR - 9303 & JR 12X - DIY Roller Button Repair (pictorial PDF)
- JR - JR9 X2 - Cyclic Ring for Mode 2.
- JR - USB Data Transfer Cable (12X) DIY replacement
- Multiplex Evo - Conversion to 2.4GHz with Hitec AFHSS system
- Multiplex Evo 9 - DataManager Evo 1v91 and Evo software 1v40.
- Multiplex Evo 9 & 12 - English Manual, Tutorial, USB Data Cable etc.
- Pocket PC PDA Programmable Radio - DIY
- Multiplex - Compatibility with other brands
- Robbe Futaba F-14 - DIY Convert to dual 2.4GHz - PPM (Hitec AFHSS) operation
- Sanwa Airtronics - Radiant Memory Battery DIY Replacement
- Sanwa Airtronics - RD6000 Super convert <>basic and ERROR 2 message fix
- Sanwa Airtronics - RDS8000 faulty wiring repair.
- Sanwa Airtronics - RDS8000 Faulty Tx repair.
- Sanwa Airtronics - Stylus Service Menu, Tips & Tricks.
- Sanwa Airtronics - VG6000 Service Menu
- Sanwa Airtronics - Stylus Memory Battery DIY Replacement
- Spektrum - Bulletin - DSMX transmitters operating in DSM2 mode - TX Recall
- Spektrum - Bulletin - Use the right batteries in your Spektrum transmitter
- Spektrum - Charge Lead - DIY Replacement Adapters.
- Spektrum - Service Menu - DX7 inc Mode change etc.
- Spektrum - Service Menu - DX6i (inc calibration & mode change)
- Spektrum - DX6i - Broken Trim Buttons/levers - DIY Fix post 15
- Spektrum - DX6i - Dual Aileron Servo Setup & Adjustment posts 15 & 16
- Spektrum - DX6i - Roller Button - DIY Repair (pictorial PDF)
- Spektrum - DX6i - DIY Repair Bad Pot
- Spektrum - DX6i - DIY Repair Bad Switch
- Spektrum - DX7 - "backup error" & "stuck memory" error & Dsmx Upgrade issues
- Spektrum - DX7 - DIY Modifications
- Spektrum - DX7 - How to access Service Menu
- Spektrum - DX7 - Programming FAQ - Kill Switch, Four Servo Wing, Ch assignments etc
- Spektrum - DX7 - Spoiler & Flapperon set up.
- Spektrum - DX7 - Dual Aileron Set Up for AR500.
- Spektrum - DX7 & DX8 Airware Upgrades & How to Download for Non Registered (2nd hand) Tx
- Spektrum - DX8 - Vibration Alarm (multiple reports) & & other Alerts
- Spektrum - DX18 & DX18QQ Faults - LCD Screen problems, Firmware Bugs, Sticks Pulll Out,
- Tactic "Anylink" 2.4Ghz Radio Adaptor
- Topfire - aka "Starmax" DIY add switch for LG, flaps, etc
- Transmitter - Add Throttle kill Switch to Transmitter - DIY Safety for EP
- Transmitter - Alarm Hard to Hear? DIY Add Vibrator
- Transmitter - Antenna cleaning
- Transmitter - Antenna - Never leave Retracted (collapsed) when TX is left ON
- Transmitter - Antenna - Never leave Retracted (collapsed) when TX is left ON - Futaba
- Transmitter - Balance when using a Neck Strap or Tray
- Transmitter - Bling - (Coloured Sticks, Caps, Bezel, Switch Covers) for your Aurora transmitter and others.
- Transmitter - Care & Maintenance
- Transmitter - Custom LCD Backlight Kits - DIY install.
- Transmitter - Cyclic & Swash Ring differences & DIY.
- Transmitter - Gimbal DIY Change to Preset Switch
- Transmitter - Gimbal Wire breakage as units age.
- Transmitter - Low Battery Alarm & Minimum Safe Operating Voltage
- Transmitter - Modify Stick/Slider channel to a 3 pos switch.
- Transmitter - Negative or positive shift?
- Transmitter - On First - Off Last ***