Mon, 19 December 2011
Well, how about that? Another year has just about escaped us! In this 145th installment, we review all of the fun we've had this year, as well as reveal some of our shortcomings (well, Crash, anyway. LoL). This week we have a neat surprise from the RCadvisor, and then we share our CHRISTmas Wishlists along with letters to Santa from Colin, Tony, and Gary. Oh, and one last thing: please check out Tim's plane pictures on our Facebook Fan Page and see if you can help Tim identify two of his recent aircraft acquisitions. LINKS: Our Facebook Fan Page (remember to Like us and upload a pic!) Hey Santa! Gary B. has been a good boy all year and really wants a Super Skybolt, a T-133, a Blade mCPx, a UMX Beast with AS3X, and some uninterrupted shop time, if you please. Colin B. has also been very good and would like a few things, too. He's been jonesing for some Rokenbok (Oh, I've got to get some of these!!) goodies, a Losi Micro HighRoller or Short Course Truck, a Mountain Models EZ Sport, a nice Pin Vise, a Prop Balancing Stand, a Lipo Sack, and maybe some help with some shop renovations. Tony O. has only a simple wish this year, Santa. He just wants to have a look at your list of all the girls that made your Naughty List. ;) Little Timmy would really like to have a new airplane kit that's kind of retro - something like the Cleveland PlayBoy Senior. Santa, I hafta to say, I'm not really sure Timmy has been that good this year. Something about too much jar, whatever that means. Ron really needs something extra special for all the hard work he's done this year. He's really been wanting something like a TroyBuiltModels 30cc SBach with all of the trimmin's to go with it. Of course, he can always use some stocking stuffers like batteries and servos and such. Crash has been the best this year! He'd like a 108" Mud Duck kit, a RadicalRC 66" Intern, a UMX Beast AS3X, and one of those PhlatBoyZ HBot Pro 3D Printers when they become available! TheCrashCast will be going "dark" for the next two weeks, but we will be back the week of January 8th. Until then, we wish you all a Merry CHRISTmas, and a safe and prosperous New Year! |
Mon, 12 December 2011
In this 144th installment of our show, we take you through a simple exercise to find an optimal power system for the Electrifly Cosmic Wind ARF. I am looking forward to getting this airplane in the air, as it looks like it may be quite fast! We also share some cool things found on the web, as well as clue you in on how you can WIN a Mini Intern Kit from our friends over at RadicalRC. Remember, next week is our End-Of-Year, CHRISTmas show, so if you have a CHRISTmas Wishlist that you would like us to share on that show, email it to me at the address given during the lead-out at the end of each show. LINKS: Recommended Power for the Cosmic Wind RadicalRC (sponsor of our Mini Intern GiveAway) You can enter for your chance to win the RadicalRC Mini Intern airplane kit (like what we are building in our soon-to-be-released 3rd Build-Along Series) by simply 'liking' our Facebook Fan Page and uploading a picture of you with your favorite RC Model(s)! One lucky entrant will be selected at random around the end of January 2012 and will win the kit offered up by our friends at RadicalRC. No purchase of any kind is necessary, and only one entry per person is allowed. Good luck!! |
Mon, 5 December 2011
As 2011 starts winding down to a close, we finally get a chance to catch up with our buddies (Mark and Trish Carew) over at PhlatBoyZ HQ in this 143rd installment of our show. They've had quite a busy year this year and yet they just keep plugging away on new manufacturing solutions that we can all look forward to! (Remember, if you've been contemplating purchasing one of the fine pieces of equipment from the PhlatBoyz (Original PhlatPrinter, PhlatPrinter III, or the PhlatFormer), be sure to enter Coupon Code "CRASHCAST" to get $25 off your order! Please note that this offer ends when 2011 is over.) Additionally, Ron talks a bit about the RadicalRC Flightbox that he's started putting together, I share some news about a very interesting FPV plane I found and the prize I won over at XtremeFlyer, and the RCadvisor is back with a segment on servo end points! LINKS: PhlatBoyZ (The place to get your cool PhlatBoyZ Gear) PhlatForum (Customer and Peer-level Support for all things Phlat) Mikey'sRC Slow Flying FPV Biplane A special THANKS! goes out to our friend (wishing to be known simply as an "Anonymous Builder") that donated the last amount of money needed to make TheCrashCast completely "listener supported" in 2012. A total of twenty four of your folks took care of us in short order. We will try our absolute best to make it worth your funds in the new year. God Bless you all!! |
Mon, 28 November 2011
During this 142nd installment of the show, you'll learn all about Ironing Boards and how they may pertain to our hobby (kinda cool, really). Ron shares some flying he got in during the last week; Tim tells us what he's been able to accomplish with his Mud Duck, and I make excuses as to why I've not really accomplished much of anything. LoL Oh, and our RCadvisor pops in to answer questions about servo and receiver compatabilities. As we prepare to embark on our 3rd Build-Along (Radical RC's Mini Intern Kit), I discuss some considerations and preparation for building a kit. Remember, December 18th is the day we record our annual CHRISTmas show, so if you would like me to read your letter to Santa on the show, be sure to email me a copy! LINKS: Have a look at Project "Rusty Zipper" Hinterland RC Club is looking for informative articles for their site. If you would like to contribute, please email Tony at the link HERE The Listener Support continues with the following people lending us a hand with the expenses for the show next year. Thanks so much to all of you; we have almost met our goal. You guys ROCK!! Gordon M., Toronto, Ontario Canada John R., Zeeland, MI Dana Stratton, Leitchfield, KY The Real Gary Ball, Battleford, Saskatchewan Canada Matt Wellington, New Zealand Tony O., MacGregor, Queensland Australia Shane Tomlin, Lalor, Victoria Australia Tim W., Richland, MI Matthew D., Manchester, NH |
Mon, 21 November 2011
Strange title, right? I think it's aptly named though, as I currently appear to be stricken with some sort of flu-like bug, and the entire recording of our 141st show saw me swinging from the chills to just absolutely burning up! LoL But hey, without a little sickness now and then, how can we possibly appreciate good health? I apologize for being late getting this installment posted. :) We've got some great news items this week, and we also answer some listener emails. The RCadvisor is back this week to discuss how you might see "porpoising" with that correctly balanced model. LINKS: PhlatBoyZ HBot Pro 3D Printer Teaser Video GT Power 20 Amp Power Supply (Great Price!) 2830-09 Motor (Looks like great power for Multi's and 1/2A Electric Conversions) PhlatFormer Gets Built By Make! Building a Mud Duck Sport? Check out these Power System components that are like what Tim is using: Motor, ESC, BEC My THANKS go out to the following individuals that have made our 2012 season possible: Matthew K., Rochester, NY Hance A., Grace, ID Nick K, Arroyo Grande, CA Laine and Kristy S., AL Tom E., Manassas, VA Todd Buffington, Forest City, IA Mark H., Piedmont, CA Grampa Tony, Lawrenceville, GA Muryl M., Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta Kevin W., Caterham, Surrey UK Robert Moser, Wyoming, MN Ed W., East Syracuse, NY Ron Kuney, Fayette, OH Anatoly I., Falls Church, VA |
Wed, 16 November 2011
Happy Building And Flying!! AS OF 11:35PM, NOVEMBER 27th, WE HAVE MET OUR GOAL!! THANKS TO EVERYONE THAT CONTRIBUTED!!
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Mon, 14 November 2011
Our 140th installment brings me and Tim to the ol' workshop this week (Ron's traveling on business) to discuss news in the RC world, some great deals, and another chance for some free loot! The RCadvisor talks about those crazy Canards, and we announce our 3rd Build-Along project - this time a KIT build! LINKS: Carden Extra 300 Build Thread At FG XtremeFlyer Thanksgiving Giveaway RC Jokes (Thanks, Tony!) Radical RC Mini Intern (Scroll Down A Bit), RCG Discussion |
Mon, 7 November 2011
We are all present in the workshop for this 139th installment of the show, and our title this week is related to last week's Halloween shenanigans. Yes, I know - I'm not a very nice person. LoL In this show you'll get some interesting news, some of the greatest deals on the 'net, and the RCadvisor is back this week to discuss "Swing-Wing" aircraft designs. LINKS: 6 Channel DSM2-Compatible Receivers CHEAP! Rewards Program Over At Todd's Models RCadvisor (Carlos is working on a 3rd book!) Hobby People has some new planes! (No foam here!) 105" Edge 540 90" Edge 540 70" FW-190 Guillow's P-40 Warhawk (got mine for only $24 HERE!) If you've been contemplating purchasing one of the fine pieces of equipment from the PhlatBoyz (Original PhlatPrinter, PhlatPrinter III, or the PhlatFormer), be sure to enter Coupon Code "CRASHCAST" to get $25 off your order! Please note that this offer ends when 2011 is over. |
Mon, 31 October 2011
Boy, this 138th installment is just full of all kinds of advice! We've got some news, a continuation of our "Intro To RC Flight" series, and the RCadvisor shares some tips on increasing the efficiency of your power system. Heck, we even share some tips for dealing with those "over-age" Trick-or-Treaters tomorrow night! :) LINKS: Angry Birds Plane at PhlatForum Get Your Ghost On For Halloween Cheap AirSwimmers (Thanks, Ron!) Krylon Short Cuts (perfect for your foamie Angry Bird - Thanks, JohnB!) |
Mon, 24 October 2011
In this 137th installment of our little show, we discuss some new technology on the horizon (no pun intended LoL), we share a couple of letters from our listeners, we get another Ask The RCadvisor segment in, we continue on with our "Intro To RC Flight" series, and best of all, we have a special guest in the shop for some Hodge Hounds All Electric Fly-In (HHAEFI) coverage! LINKS: Altitude Hobbies (more new goodies in the product line!) SlowBipe (My "plane of the week" this week) SuperFlyRC (One in particular was spotted at HHAEFI) Guillow's is Laser-cutting! (Well, some of their kits, anyway) |
Mon, 17 October 2011
In an effort to help our friends just starting out in the great sport of RC Aviation, we are getting back to the basics with this 136th installment of our show. Our "Intro to RC Flight" series will most likely span a few shows, with this first show covering some of the things you'll want to think about before even making that first purchase. As seasoned pilots, it is easy to overlook some of the basic answers you guys may be looking for, so please feel free to drop us an email if there is anything in particular that you are needing. Also in this show is another "Ask The RCadvisor" segment, as well as Tim telling us about his new toy! Hmmm... Bracket races at SEFF 2012? We'll just have to see! :) LINKS: Spike 3D (looks like a January 2012 release!) LazerToyz Now Carries The PopWing and FunFly WMParkFlyers McFoamy XL (Man, I want one of these for indoor season!) |
Mon, 10 October 2011
Are you a redneck? If you're not sure, you will be after you listen to this 135th show! Tim's back with us this week to share his adventures at the First Annual "E-Nall", as well as the hardships that fell upon him afterward. We've got a little news, some upcoming events, and another great RCadvisor segment this week. We hope you enjoy our updates from this less-than-productive week. LINKS: DIY Rubber Band Retracts (A great concept, Gary!) OktoberFest At ARCA Katana 50 ARF (Coming Soon!) |
Mon, 3 October 2011
Well, not exactly, but I think you'll get the connection when you listen to our 134th installment. LoL Join me and Ron as we answer your questions and share some news. We even have th RCadvisor back this week to discuss some current and cell count considerations. LINKS: The "Towel" from Brooklyn Aerodrome RealFlight 6 Coming Soon! Kneedrag's Trick for Cutting EPP On A PhlatPrinter |
Mon, 19 September 2011
Okay, so there's no clever show title this week. I just couldn't think of anything that could possibly sum up this show since we talked about all kinds of stuff. Join us as we answered some emails, cover a few things in the news, and listen to me whine a bit more about the weather. There is some interesting info, however, because the RCadvisor pops in and tells us a bit about how motor "cogging" may or may not affect a motor's performance. LINKS: Urs' SPIKE 3D (Coming soon!) Urs' 50cc Hovering! (Hmmm...) Word About The Beast From Someone In The Know Jewelry Bead Crimps (Thanks, Randy!) Looking For Clubs And Fields In the US? Try HERE In the Virginia area and looking for a cool event to attend? The FunTime Virginia Aero-Nuts are having a Fun-Fly on October 15th (rain date is October 22nd). You can get directions to the field HERE. I expect details to hit the club's website soon!
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Mon, 12 September 2011
In this 132nd installment, we share some more great RC goodness found on the interwebs, some letters we've received, and some elaboration on my DIY hot-wire power supply. Carlos is back again this week with another great RCadvisor segment, too! LINKS: SuperFly Teensie (This little plane is certain to be a favorite) Win A Makerbot Thing-O-Matic 3D Printer! (Thanks, Nick!) DIY Hot-Wire Power Supply Video 1 and Video 2 Optional 4 Amp Transformer (More Power!) An Easy-To-Build PVC Cutting Bow Rene Wire (The BEST cutting wire I've ever used!) A Better Hot-Wire Power Supply (If you have the skills to build this kind of thing) |
Mon, 5 September 2011
In this 131st installment of our show, Tim is back with a thorough report of the RCAE event that he attended last week. This is certainly an event that I am going to have to include in my schedule next year! In addition to our normal banter we include some news, a great tip on making those pesky Multi-Rotor power distribution harnesses, a cannon for retrieving airplanes from trees, and the RCadvisor is back again with another segment. LINKS: RCFlightLine (Another great RC Resource on the webs) OpenPilot Flight Stabilization RCAE Pics (Thanks, Larry!) Multi-ESC Wiring Made Easy (PDF Download) |
Mon, 29 August 2011
It's me and Ron in the workshop this week, and we've got some great news! It seems that our buddies over at PhlatBoyZ are bringing the Original PhlatPrinter out of retirement. If you've ever wanted to use CNC to help you cut out your foam planes in short order, this machine is what you want. You see, this economical machine is what started all the CNC rage in the RC Industry! We also discuss a neat video, some cool kits you can build and fly on the cheap, and we even get another visit from the RCadvisor! LINKS: PhlatBoyZ Original PhlatPrinter RCToday (Hey, those guys sound familiar!) I'll be posting some pics of Scott's Experimental plane over at AllThingsCrash! |
Mon, 22 August 2011
The whole crew is back in the workshop this week for our 129th installment! There's talk of some new products, new websites, some great videos, and some cool upcoming events. Even the RCadvisor is back this week, too! LINKS: HeadsUpRC now has e-Gift Cards! Altitude Hobbies is ONLINE! There are some great deals right now over at 2DogRC We all need and AirSwimmer! (I want TWO!) Carbon-Z Scimitar is Coming Soon! UM F-27Q is now in the pipeline now! BP Hobbies Has Micro Warbirds - ME109, SpitFire, P-40 The Randy Covington Fly-In is this weekend! Don't forget about the Dan RiverR/C Flyers Benefit on Sept. 3rd Kansas City Star's article on the Bryan Jensen My we have a lot of links this week! I think that I got them all, but if not, I'll add them soon! |
Mon, 15 August 2011
After a two week vacation break, we are finally back! In this 128th installment, we'll give you an update on our adventures, answer some emails, and share some news. The RCadvisor is also back with us to share a little insight on motor Kv ratings and how magnet strengths may play a part on Kv values, too. LINKS: Be Sure To Check Out RCRN Tuesday Evenings! In this show we also discuss a Benefit Fly-In for Mr. Brian Epperson. I am unable to get the image to properly post here, so please head on over to AllThingsCrash to see the flyer and consider lending a hand! |
Mon, 25 July 2011
Well, all three of your hosts are back in the workshop this week for our 127th installment. And here's something cool - now ALL of us are licensed Amateur Radio Operators! Tim was the veteran as an Extra Class operator; Ron got his General Ticket last week, and I got MY General Ticket yesterday. Woot! Now I can continue on with the QSC FPV project. In this week's show we'll share some new RC products on the market, some interesting sites, and a new contest where you can win a neat prize package!, Also, the RCadvisor joins us again this week answering the question of whether or not an all-American-made electric ARF can be assembled. Hmmm.... LINKS: RC Airplane Stands (A cool product I found by listening to RCRN) Zing Wings (Get a 5 pack of these for the kids) What is an OQ2A? True RC has some great FPV Antennas (900mhz and 1.2 ghz) |
Mon, 18 July 2011
In our 126th installment, ol' Crash expresses a change of heart in his opinion of classic airplane. The GWS Slow Stick has turned out to be a pretty nice little airplane! There's some discussion on the QSC FPV project, the weather, some flying, and some general news. The RCadvisor is back again this week, too! LINKS: The Fly Guyz Podcast can be found HERE All About Airfoils (Thanks for the link RadicalDave!) |
Mon, 11 July 2011
As the title suggests, we cover all kinds of ground in this 125th offering, including robots! LoL There's an update to my FPV project, and we talk about some new videos, as well as a great contest going on this month. The RCadviser is also back this week with the second of his two-part discussion on batteries. LINKS: Is a 24" SlowBipe on the horizon? Another QuadCopter is up and flying with our QSC Interconnect Board! |
Mon, 4 July 2011
You have the full crew again this week for our 124th installment, and we've got plenty to talk about! Tim tells us about his participation in last week's Amateur Radio Field Day, as well as his first flights on his new TriCopter. Ron's having great results with his new charger and has been draining some electrons, and I have been busy researching some interesting solutions for hauling my planes and gear around to the field and to out of town events. I've even got another FPV update for my "QSC FPV RIG" and share what plane I'll be starting with, as well as how I'm considering seeing video on the ground. The RCadviser is back again this week, too, with the first part of a two-part series on batteries! LINKS: FPV Video Monitor I've Ordered Look At These Video Ground Stations! Four Pages of Goodies For My First FPV Plane Very Cool Trailer Build Thread From A Very Well Known RCer Have a Safe And Happy Independence Day! |
Mon, 27 June 2011
Well, it's official - I've begun the process of getting an FPV plane in the air! I'll tell you all about the preliminary equipment that I've ordered and share a little about how I'm going about my adventure legally and following our AMA's guidelines. I've even started the wheels in motion for getting my Amateur Radio Tech-level license! Additionally, we share some cool things found on the interwebs as well as some listener emails, and we even have the RCadvisor back for another segment. LINKS: A Creative Way To Select A Winner MikroKopter With "Follow Me" (Thanks, K!) RadicalCast #6 - The Street Sweeper Skunk Wurks Project FPVPilot - A Great Place To Start Frosty's SPADFest'11 Links: Team Abby Normal's photos by Mo Joe's Video (he's emailbanter at SPADWorld.net) FPV Equipment: 900mhz Transmitter and Receiver That I Bought 1.2ghz Transmitter and Receiver that would also work Camera I Am Buying This Week For Smaller Projects If you have been interested in getting one of our bare Pro Mini-based QSC Interconnect boards for your Multi-Rotor project, we have 8 of them in stock for only $25 each shipped (we've qualified a new supplier that's a little cheaper). If you want one, please email my buddy John directly and he'll tell you how you can get one - JBernard810ATgmail.com. |
Mon, 20 June 2011
We are taking this week off with the show. Ron is traveling on business, Tim is answering a Fire Alarm for work, and I am at home enjoying my family. :) No worries, though. We'll be back next week preaching the gospel that is RC! Have a great week!
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Mon, 13 June 2011
In this week's installment (our 122nd), Tim, Ron, and I discuss a plethora of links to some cool stuff we've found in the last week - some are for products and some are for some great informative sites you'll probably want to bookmark. Additionally, I read some letters we've received. Our resident RCadvisor (Carlos Reyes) is taking a few weeks off, but he'll be back soon! LINKS: Inexpensive DIY Wing Bags (Thanks, rpmrpm!) The Lanier Stinger is coming back, but in ARF form OpenPilot CopterControl FSS Board (This thing looks cool!) FlyHigh300 FSS Board (Kinda like our Interconnect Board, but BUILT!) RadicalRC has Doc Brown's Power Supplies! SPADFest 2011 - Return Of Floyd (After years of abuse, he still attends SPADFest! LoL) Turnigy 9x Transmitter DIY Firmware Upgrade EastBay RC (Some very informative articles!): |
Mon, 6 June 2011
While Ron is out enjoying a company picnic with his family and coworkers, Tim and I handle this 121st installment. No worries, though - the banter is bountiful, as we have a couple of guests in the workshop this week! John is in from Florida to talk about some of the new gadgets we're trying out in the Multi-Rotor arena, and my buddy Bob makes his debut on the show to tell us about his new BIG quad and the flying wing he and I built this wekend. Cool stuff! LINKS: RCG thread on that $10 Flying Kite we talked about (And a little challenge for Laine! LoL) CHEAP Power Supplies (Get two if you need 24 volts - I'll be working up some instructions soon!) This week's NEWS on the Home Page at AllThingsCrash spotlights the pictures that Bob sent in of his new projects, so check it out already! :) |
Mon, 30 May 2011
In our 120th installment, we talk about build projects for the kids, the "Charging Cube" I am working on, checking your model's speed with an iPhone app, a free 3D CAM solution, LED strips cheap, and Carlos answers a trick question. Also, I do a little review on the new Radical RC Stinger Quad that I built this week. LINKS: RCSpeedo Is Now Available For iPhones! WMParkflyers Has LED Light Strips Cheap! (They'll be listed on the site soon!) SketchUCam Is Now Available (Create code for 3D milling from within SketchUp!) Radical Cast (A great new RC-related podcast by our friend Dave at RadicalRC) Please take a moment during your activities Monday to remember all of the brave men and women that have given the ultimate sacrifice securing this great nation! Have a Safe And Happy Memorial Day! |
Mon, 23 May 2011
Tim is back in the workshop for our 119th installment and he imparts some impressions of his visit to the Joe Nall event two weeks ago, as well as sharing a Teensie bit of information on a new plane he's built and flown recently.The RCadvisor is also in the shop this week to discuss some considerations on horizontal stabilizor design. We get an opportunity to review a couple of items for you this week. If you've been wanting to try your hand at some Aerial Videography, you're in luck as I review two inexpensive keychain cameras from a couple of our favorite suppliers. Also, I tell you about a must-have gadget for your field box for checking the voltage on your LiPos before you fly! Links SKS Video Productions (Tim has the DVD for SEFF 2011 and says it's great!) SEFF 2012 Dates Announced (Be there, or be SQUARE! LoL) Are Norvel Engines Coming Back? (It's looking good!) Free Control Horns (While They Last!) RCMiniCams (Great little cameras from my friend, Alex) LazerToyz KeyChain Camera (Great camera from my friends Dan ad Diane) LazerToyz Battery Tester (Scroll down to the Battery Quick Tester) Pin Adaptor (Use this with the Battery Tester for your LiPos with the 2mm pin spacing) |
Mon, 16 May 2011
We covered quite a bit of ground again in this 118th installment, but perhaps the biggest news is the release of the files for the new QSC QuadCopter, so if you've been holding off on starting your own multi-rotor project because you wanted an inexpensive Quad instead of the TriCopter we did, now is the time to get started! The other big news item we deliver this week is that you can now order your bare, v2.1 QSC Interconnect Board so that you can build your own FSS. So many of you have been asking for this (since the minimum board order through ExpressPCB is 3 boards), and now we are ready to take care of you. This is how it works: PayPal the money to me ($35/board USD) using the email address I provide in this show and tell me which bare board that you want (Arduino Pro Mini-based or ATmega 328-based). I will place the group order on Monday, May 23rd, 2011. As soon as I receive the boards here (7-10 working days from date of order), I will put them in a padded envelope and send them out to you within two days via regular post. Remember, the ATmega 328 board will require you to flash the chip, but if you don't have that ability, we can do it for you (just email me and we'll work it out). Also, we hope to publish the build instructions for the ATmega 328 board, along with the shopping list, very soon. Everything you need to know about the Pro Mini-based board is already on my site. Please remember, these are bare boards only. You have to buy all of the goodies for them and populate them yourself. Also, the RCadvisor is back again this week with further discussion on thrust angles with this week's discussion concerning downthrust. LINKS: An ESV that should be a staple in your flightbox if you use NiCd or NiMh flightpacks Precision Routers (A new CNC machine on the market) DevFus (Interesting new CNC software) |
Mon, 9 May 2011
In our 117th show, Ron and I ramble on about all kinds of cool stuff! We discuss what we've accomplished this last week, a new QuadCopter I've just about completed, some new Flight Stabilization System boards you can order, some new capabilities a friend of ours has added, and even a really inexpensive camera I just ordered! Oh yes, we have an Ask The RCadvisor segment this week, too! We covered so much ground this week that I honestly haven't a clue what we could have left to talk about next week! LoL LINKS: New FaceBook Fan Site (Thanks to Bill for setting this up!)(Log in to see it) Woot! I am now officially a FlightPass subscriber! 2010 Joe Nall Jet Crash (Explosion, really) WMParkFlyers Now Has A CNC Laser! WMParkFlyers Control Horns (and some LED lighting soon!) RC Mini Cams (I just ordered mine from Alex) RadicalRC Quad Designers Kit (I should have mine finished in the next few days) Assembly Instructions for our FSS Boards Files for our new V2.1 FSS Board FunBat Kits Sold HERE (I'm building mine this week for the RCPA group build) |
Mon, 2 May 2011
In our 116th installment, we delve into some of the lighting systems we are using in our Night-Flying airplanes. Setting up a Night-Flyer is surprisingly easy to do, so if you've ever thought you might like to try this out, now is the time get one ready to go! LINKS: Francisco and his "16 Switches" and Weather Report Understanding How The 2.4 Systems Work RC Pilots Association on FaceBook (You'll need a FaceBook account) RiteWingRC Sells LED Lighting, Too! AndersonR-C (Give them a call and mention TheCrashCast when ordering LED's) |
Mon, 25 April 2011
Our 115th installment has us again babbling about SEFF. We are safe and sound now in our respective homes, but our minds are still reeling from this incredible event, so please indulge us as we cover the events of the last day, including SEFF Night Bowling and significant adult beverages. LoL LINKS: AllThingsCrash (for my SEFF Vids and Pics, currently first page news) SuperFlyRC - The "unfair advantage" for SEFF Bowling ATTF Mega SEFF Pics Thread (Awesome work from Larry and Diggs!) Things Overheard At SEFF Thread (you probably would need to have been there to get it) |
Mon, 18 April 2011
Our 114th installment has all three of your hosts together for the first time. We all piled into Bob's camper, fired up the ol' laptop, and attempted to give you our impression of SEFF live from Hodges Field (well, it was live when we recorded it LoL). If you listen carefully, you may hear the generator running in the background, as well as the occasional Ritewing fly-by, as my noise filter just couldn't get it all. |
Sun, 10 April 2011
Well, gang, we are headed to SEFF this weekend! We didn't want to leave you without your podcast "fix" this week though, so we got together for a brief recording. Our 113th show is a short one, and there's no Ask The RCadvisor segment this week, but we hope to make up for this week's shortcomings with next week's show. Also, I am planning to make an effort to share lots of pictures from this event through my Twitter account (provided there is sufficient cellular coverage), so be watching! LINKS:
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Mon, 4 April 2011
It's been a busy week for all three of your hosts as we are preparing for our week of fun in Georgia. Nonetheless, we get together for this 112th installment of the show to talk about some new offerings that have popped up (some are just totally unbelievable! LoL) and a conversion that Ron has been considering. Additionally, the RCadvisor is back this week to discuss another publication that may help you understand these models we fly. LINKS: Stevens Aero Rockette 100 and Swift 100 Spektrum STi Telemetry Interface F-27Q Stryker With Video If you are in the Statesville, NC, area on April 9th, then you just have to go check out the 2nd Annual Statesville Model Flyers Spring Fun Fly!
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Mon, 28 March 2011
For our 111th installment, this week it's just me, but I have a guest in the workshop! My friend John joins me and we discuss our custom Wii MultiCopter Interconnect board. As you probably know, this board goes far to tame the wiring mess that is inherent in the Flight Stabilization System for our Multi-Rotor projects, and we've already shared the necessary files so that you can order them yourselves. However, if you do not want to order the minimum order of three boards from the manufacturer, we will start coordinating group orders this week so you can order less than three - be watching for the article to pop up on AllThingsCrash this week with instructions on how you can get in on this! Albeit a bit somber, I take an opportunity to say goodbye to my dear friend Dennis who lost his fight with Cancer last week. If you would like to send a card or letter to his wife Anne, please email me and I'll provide her address. You can also share your kind thoughts on the Online Memory Book, as I am certain that the family would find it uplifting to hear from all of Dennis' online friends. LINKS: 1.4a Files (same as 1.4, just a little better pin spacing and layout for multiple sensors) Shopping List (The stuff you'll need to outfit the custom board) WiiNotes (A great resource for setting up and using the FSS, hand-wired or custom board) A Great QuadCopter Build Thread
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Tue, 22 March 2011
I am certain that many of you have been wondering about my friend and co-host of two years. I shared on the show that Dennis had been having some medical issues and had to step away from the microphone, but the truth is, he has been sparring with cancer for the last three months. Unfortunately, Dennis lost that battle and succumbed to the disease yesterday. Anne, his loving wife, phoned me today to share the news and she advised that he went peacefully, which is all that each of us can hope for when our numbers are up. If you would like to send a card, or letter, or whatever expressing your kind thoughts to Anne and the rest of the family, please email me and I'll give you the mailing address.
Dennis, I know you've gone on to a better flying site, my friend. You will be missed, but never forgotten!
Dennis "Dorsal" Fishback Noevember 27, 1952 - March 21, 2011
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Mon, 21 March 2011
So this week, it's just me and Ron in the workshop for episode #110. We do a little reminiscing and discuss bearing replacement in nitro motors and give a status update on the QSC TriCopter project. Wow! This year's Scratch-Build Club project has turned into more work than last year's design! LOL Bear with us, though - we're almost done! LINKS: DIY Hand-Wired Flight Stabilization System Free Files! (use these to order the Wii MultiCopter Interconnect boards that we use) Join us next week, as we are expecting to have the information ready so that you can order your board kits directly from us so you can avoid that "bird's nest" of wires! Also, be watching AllThingsCrash this week for the setup and configuration information for the FSS. |
Mon, 14 March 2011
In our 109th installment of the show, we talk a bit about electric power systems, especially how they apply to designs like our QSC TriCopter that we are building for this years Scratch-Build Club project. We actually have two systems that John and I have tried and we like them both. Also, the RCadviser discusses issues that are the real root cause to crashes. LINKS: AfterDarkLED - THE place to get your night-fly lighting! QSC TriCopter Power Systems: What I use and good for light payloads Motors - TP 2410-09 ESC's HKSS25 Props - APC 10x4.7 What John uses for heavier payloads (GoPro Hero) Motors - ExceedRC Alpha 480 ESC's - ExceedRC Volcano Series 25 amp Props - Master Airscrew 3 blade TB0970 (2 tractor, 1 pusher) Additional Items My lightweight system flies great with a typical 3s2200 LiPo, while John's more powerful setup flies nicely on a 3s2600 - 3s4000. |
Mon, 7 March 2011
Last year we kicked off Crash's Scratch-Build Club with a design of my own, the eQSC. The project was aimed at helping first-time builders successfully build a great flying model via easy-to-follow instructional videos, plans, and templates. This year, we're making this an annual event by jumping in on the Multi-Rotor craze with comprehensive resource materials (plans, templates, documents, and videos) so that ANYONE can build their own Quick, Simple, and Cheap TriCopter! We're going to kick it off this week in our 108th installment by talking all about the airframe! Also in the episode, the RCadvisor gives us the low-down on Lipo safety and, of course, we talk about a bunch of other stuff. :) Stuff we talked about: Inexpensive X-acto Blades (Thanks, Randy!) Send Your Letters To Congress! Great e-QSC Landing Gear (Yep, people are STILL building last years' project plane!) National Balsa (Great prices on the plywood and sticks we'll use onn the Tri) HobbyPartz (I LOVE the ExceedRC Alpha Motors!) Quanum Telemetry System (Currently on backorder, but I've got MY order in!) FancyFoam Going Out Of Business :( If you are diggin' on TriCopters and you plan to build along with us, following is a Bill Of Materials you'll need to gather for this weeks' segment: QSC TriCopter Airframe: Two: 12" x 24" x 1/8" Light Ply or Birch Ply One: 3/4" square, 48" long dowel (or Two 36" lengths) Six: 4-40 screws 1 - 1 1/4" long Six: Blind Nuts (preferrable) or locking nuts Six: 4-40 sized washers (or Twelve if you use the locking nuts instead of blind nuts) One: 4 1/2" - 4 3/4" x 1/4" diameter rod (aluminum or music wire) One: 1/4" I.D. Wheel Collar Three: Nylon Washers, 1/4" I.D. Two: Nylon Shoulder Bushings, 1/4" I.D. I am planning to have the templates, instructions, and videos up for the airframe build in the next day, or three. Keep checking AllThingsCrash.com, as that's where all the dope will be!
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Mon, 28 February 2011
A guest in the workshop? Youbetcha! In this 107th show we get to talk with Greg Drusjack, owner of Mud Duck Aviation. If you've been in the hobby for any real length of time, then you no doubt know all about the iconic "Ducks" that were designed by Tom Chipley. Over the years, the Mud Ducks have been described as "beautiful", "so ugly they're beautiful", "just down-right goofy", and even "what the Heck!". Whatever you may think of them personally, though, you'll agree that they are a must-have staple for any hangar. Don't believe me? Just build one and take it to your local field and see if you can find ANYONE without a smile on their face when they see it. LOL LINKS: Check Out The AllThingsCrash Poll Tell Congress To Protect Model Aviation!
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Mon, 21 February 2011
In this 106th release of our show, Tim and I continue on with our discussion from last week regarding "Unconventional Tools". Also, the RCadvisor tells us about using Expo in our radios for the throttle channel (something I honestly never thought of doing, but will certainly check out!), and we have a special guest in the workshop to talk with us about an inexpensive flight stabilization system for our multi-rotor designs. LINKS:
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Mon, 14 February 2011
In this week's installment we'll share some pictures and videos sent in from some of our listeners, and then discuss some tools we use that were not necessarily manufactured with the purpose of RC in mind. Also, the RCadvisor is back with another segment and you get still another update on my TriCopter project (it's only a ball-link away from flying!). LINKS: Pictures of Stef's TriCopter (featured on ATC) Stef's Tri Flying in Windy Perth, Australia 11 year-old Jase Rockin' a McFoamy (from WMParlkFlyers) Wolfcraft EasyCut Utility Cutters
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Mon, 7 February 2011
This week we discuss perhaps the hottest product announcement this quarter - the release of a new flavor of Spektrum's DSM technology. Was it the "J" standard like what Futaba has with their FASST system that I predicted quite some time ago? It doesn't look like it. Spektrum continues the love with their release of the new DX10T transmitter with a form factor reminiscent of what the folks in Europe have enjoyed for many years. In addition to these discussions, we'll talk about some listener emails, the BluWing Tim is getting at SEFF, and the RCadvisor discusses the use of digital servos with FM transmitters. LINKS: How To NOT Be Safe With Your Heli (Thanks, Stef!) Matt's TriCopter Adventure (Lots Of Data, Vids, and Pics - Thanks, Matt!) Spektrum DX10T (Mikey Likes It!) HellRazor_77's BluWing (note that when this drops off the first page you can find it in the ALL ARTICLES section of my site) Discussion Of HellRazor's "454"
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Mon, 31 January 2011
In our 103rd show we delve into a couple of product reviews! After sharing a couple of listener emails, we'll tell you all about Ron's new Hyperion Sniper and my SlowBipe that I've been trying to spotlight for a couple of weeks now. Also, there's a pretty thorough update on my TriCopter project, and the RCadvisor is back again this week for some continued discussion on finding an optimal Center Of Gravity (CG) for your plane. LINKS: RCG MultiWiiCopter Thread (It's A BIG One!) SparkFun Inventor's Kit (Mine's on it's way!) SlowBipe Review (Sorry, still a work in process)
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Mon, 24 January 2011
This week we dip into the ol' mailbag to share some great emails we've received and answer a listener's question about batteries. We also share some cool video links and a great servo database I found while researching a modest-priced tail-roto gyro servo I've been needing for my helicopter. As well, the RCadvisor is back with another informative segment, too! LINKS:
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Mon, 17 January 2011
We are smack in the middle of building season here in the states, so it seems as good a time as any to have our annual safety discussion to help our new pilots (and perhaps even some seasoned ones) to stay safe while enjoying this great sport. In this 101st installment we'll discuss safety in the workshop, safety while transporting your toys, and even some safety at your flying site. Remember, it's all fun and games until someone loses an eye! LOL LINKS: Do YOU follow this Safety Code? If you are in the Salisbury, NC area on February 19th, you just have to check out this Swap Meet!
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Mon, 10 January 2011
Interesting title for a podcast, huh? It's the name of a children's song my kids like on the XM Kids channel on satellite radio, and I found it fit this week's show. This show starts the THIRD year of this podcast; this is our 100th installment (i.e., TRIPLE digits); this week we add a new THIRD person to our team. See what I mean? LOL If you've heard this song before, congratulations - you are now singing it in YOUR head. Happy New Year! In this show we'll introduce my buddy Ron, we'll discuss the loot we got for CHRISTmas recently, we'll get another Ask The RCadvisor segment in, and we'll talk a bit about our resolutions for this year. LINKS: XtremeFlyer January Photo Contest MultiPlex Fox (scroll down to find it) Hyperion Sniper (Amazon seems to have the best price) Tim's FPV Design (sign up to see the pics!)
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TheCrashCast Everything you ever wanted to know about RC flying, but were afraid to ask! Weekly talk about Radio-Controlled Aviation and CNC as it pertains to the RC Hobby. Hosted by Michael 'Crash' Hancock, an active participant in the hobby for almost 30 years.
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