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Title: Tank Size for TD 051
Post by: Tim Stagg on February 08, 2019, 07:47:12 AM

Guys,

Can you suggest a tank size for completing the full pattern with a TD 051.

Thanks

Tim

Title: Re: Tank Size for TD 051
Post by: Larry Renger on February 08, 2019, 08:16:03 AM

1.25 ounces. Tee Dees are thirsty! An AP Wasp only needs 7/8 oz. and is perfectly happy on 10% Nitro.

Title: Re: Tank Size for TD 051
Post by: bob whitney on February 08, 2019, 10:09:57 AM

Quote from: Tim Stagg on February 08, 2019, 07:47:12 AM

Guys,

Can you suggest a tank size for completing the full pattern with a TD 051.

Thanks

Tim

Tim I think u will get a better run if u stick a Medallion front end on the TD

Title: Re: Tank Size for TD 051
Post by: Larry Renger on February 08, 2019, 02:51:18 PM

Actually, you need the Medallion crankshaft. The Tee Dee venturi is fine.

Title: Re: Tank Size for TD 051
Post by: Alan Buck on February 08, 2019, 05:28:54 PM

2.0 0z or more my good friendLOL!

Title: Re: Tank Size for TD 051
Post by: bob whitney on February 09, 2019, 09:45:29 AM

Tim I have a new complete TD case with a Medallian crank and plastic front end with needle valve assby  if u would like it

Title: Re: Tank Size for TD 051
Post by: ray copeland on February 09, 2019, 02:33:05 PM

Try a 9 inch balloon, if that doesn't quite make it you can try the 12 inch. If you choose the hard tank make sure it is close as possible to the engine for best fuel draw. After you are successful post your set up for all to see. Good luck!

Title: Re: Tank Size for TD 051
Post by: Tim Stagg on February 11, 2019, 03:26:53 PM

Bob,

I may take you up on that, I should have my new model ready in a couple of weeks, I give it a try on the .051 setup....heck I don't even know how well the model will fly. I will post pictures when done...till then its a secret....no sense embarrassing myself just yet #^

Looking forward to the event at Brodaks.... I think it may be the most fun we have all week

Title: Re: Tank Size for TD 051
Post by: Skip Chernoff on February 11, 2019, 05:30:14 PM

Tim we'll have a great time with the 1/2A thing. A lot of folks are building them.

Title: Re: Tank Size for TD 051
Post by: Tim Stagg on February 20, 2019, 03:25:00 PM

OH my god, a 1.5 once tank looks like a 55 Gallon Drum on the side of my plane......really guys???????

I may have to rethink my engine selection....wow ~^ ~^ ~^

Its almost ready to post pictures...I think it is cute as can be...may not fly worth a damn....but cute  #^

Title: Re: Tank Size for TD 051
Post by: bob whitney on February 20, 2019, 06:38:01 PM

Tim, set your engine up on a test stand and time it to see how long it runs on the 1.5 tank

Title: Re: Tank Size for TD 051
Post by: Tim Stagg on February 22, 2019, 06:49:11 AM

Bob,

Sometimes the simply answers can be so hard to see.

I feel really stupid now  n~ n~