Author Topic: Alright VSC guys, what's happening out there? (Read 5271 times)

Clint Ormosen · « **on:** March 15, 2012, 06:07:18 PM »

Well? Come on. It's after 5pm now so I know darn good and well flying is over for the day. How about a little news for those of us that spent all their money on building new shops and couldn't go this year?

Mark Scarborough · « **Reply #1 on:** March 15, 2012, 07:06:41 PM »

lots of flyin and gorgeous weather,,thats whats going on LOL

Clint Ormosen · « **Reply #2 on:** March 15, 2012, 08:01:17 PM »

Quote from: Mark Scarborough on March 15, 2012, 07:06:41 PM

lots of flyin and gorgeous weather,,thats whats going on LOL

Mark, that's not news. That's a given! And I'll see you at the NWR.

Mike Keville · « **Reply #3 on:** March 15, 2012, 08:33:10 PM »

Well, we can tell you ONE thing for sure: the Spark Ignition guys have finally figured it out! The days of sputtering, stuttering, and failed flights are over. Awesome event! Wait 'til you see the scores...

Mark Scarborough · « **Reply #4 on:** March 15, 2012, 11:24:07 PM »

Quote from: Clint Ormosen on March 15, 2012, 08:01:17 PM

Mark, that's not news. That's a given! And I'll see you at the NWR.

Larry Cunningham · « **Reply #5 on:** March 16, 2012, 07:27:29 AM »

Quote from: Mike Keville on March 15, 2012, 08:33:10 PM

Well, we can tell you ONE thing for sure: the Spark Ignition guys have finally figured it out! The days of sputtering, stuttering, and failed flights are over. Awesome event! Wait 'til you see the scores...

Thank Power MOSFETs.. (we Electrical Engineers get no respect {I could tell my parents hated me. My bath toys were a toaster and a radio} )

I sense that working ignition doesn't take anything away from their charm..

Wish I could be there to witness it all. I've ordered up some good weather for the Tucson area, hope I didn't accidentally anger the Wind Gods.. Ooops.

You cats have fun, be safe, don't forget the sunscreen. VSC! Wheee!

L.

"Q. What are 'Do It,' 'I Can Help,' and 'I Can't Get Enough'?
A. George Gobel: I don't know, but it's coming from the next apartment." -from Hollywood Squares

Bootlegger · « **Reply #6 on:** March 16, 2012, 11:01:56 AM »

pictures, pictures,pictures PLEEZE..

Tim Wescott · « **Reply #7 on:** March 16, 2012, 11:25:41 AM »

Quote from: Larry Cunningham on March 16, 2012, 07:27:29 AM

Thank Power MOSFETs

The lowly SCR is more important to a CDI system than a MOSFET -- you could charge the ignition cap using bipolar transistors just as easily as with MOSFETs, but getting the nice fast thump to the coil happens a lot easier with an SCR.

FLOYD CARTER · « **Reply #8 on:** March 16, 2012, 01:00:43 PM »

I have tried to design with power MOSFETs The two most important parameters are (1) voltage rating (2) ON-state resistance. Both are available in a MOSFET, but not both in one package! Breakdown voltage must be over 250V, and ON-state resistance must be a few milliOhms. They are used in electric motor controllers, but voltage ratings for motor use are not as critical.

I've used the lowly power transistor for a long time with excellent results in spark ignition service. I no longer build coil drivers for retail, but I do make them for Larry Davidson in Virginia, who handles retail sales.

Floyd

Randy Powell · « **Reply #9 on:** March 16, 2012, 01:39:09 PM »

I'm having fun, sorta. Does that count?

Will Hinton · « **Reply #10 on:** March 16, 2012, 02:49:43 PM »

quote from Randy Powell - "I'm having fun, sorta. Does that count?"

YOUBETCHA!! Means you can do a good job of causing chaos among the troops!

Shultzie · « **Reply #11 on:** March 16, 2012, 03:02:49 PM »

Quote from: Randy Powell on March 16, 2012, 01:39:09 PM

I'm having fun, sorta. Does that count?

CONGRATS! U ARE STILL A WINNER....especially considering what U have been through these past few weeks!

Andrew Borgogna · « **Reply #12 on:** March 16, 2012, 04:10:51 PM »

Boy Uncle Mikey is right about ignition. This was my second time at competing in ignition and thanks to Jim Kraft I did much better than the first time. I posted a 241 for my first flight and a 276 (I think) for my second flight. Stan Tyler posted a 284 and a 301 with my Humongous, he was only 10 points out from getting something to take home. Also his two flight were the first two complete flights he put on the plane. Stan had to spot the other flyer's 5 points because he didn't build the plane.

It was great fun and it felt good to meet my goals of having a competitive plane that flew the complete Old Time pattern and I scored decent numbers. Hats off to all the guys who flew ignition, there is nothing like getting a Super Cyke, or Anderson Spitfire, or any other ignition engine to roar to life and keep it running for the entire pattern. Finally a big thanks to Don Hutchinson for his ignition module, it's a big part of why we are now getting good flights time after time in ignition.

Andy Borgogna

Sean McEntee · « **Reply #13 on:** March 16, 2012, 04:48:11 PM »

Get this one foks!!

WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT
THROUGH MONDAY AFTERNOON ABOVE 4000 FEET
Urgent - Winter Weather Message
National Weather Service Tucson AZ
1024 AM MST Fri Mar 16 2012

Upper Santa Cruz River Valley/Altar Valley-Tucson Metro Area-
Southeast Pinal County-Upper San Pedro River Valley-
Eastern Cochise County Below 5000 Feet-Upper Gila River Valley-
Baboquivari Mountains-
Including The Cities Of, Oracle, Sierra Vista, Willcox

, Winter Storm Watch Remains In Effect From Sunday Afternoon
Through Monday Afternoon Above 4000 Feet,

A Winter Storm Watch Remains In Effect From Sunday Afternoon
Through Monday Afternoon.

* Timing, Showers Will Develop From The West Sunday With Periods
Of Showers Continuing Into Monday.

* Snow Accumulations, Storm Total Accumulations Of 6 To 12 Inches
Between 5000 And 7000 Feet, And 1 To 6 Inches Between 3500 And
5000 Feet.

* Snow Levels, Around 7000 Feet Sunday Falling To 5000 Feet
Sunday Night And As Low As 3000 Feet Monday Morning.

* Winds, Southwest To West Winds 15 To 30 Mph With Higher
Gusts Sunday And Sunday Night.

* Impacts, Hazardous Winter Conditions In The Mountains Sunday,
Lowering To Some More Populated Areas Sunday Night And Monday.

Precautionary/Preparedness Actions,

A Winter Storm Watch Means There Is A Potential For Significant
Snow Accumulations That May Seriously Impact Travel. Gusty Winds
And Blowing Snow Is Also Possible. Those Planning Travel Into The
Watch Area Should Prepare For Difficult Winter Driving
Conditions.

Listen To Noaa Weather Radio, Commercial Television Or Radio
Stations, Or Your Cable Television Service Provider For Updates
On This Developing Winter Storm.

Better not put my cold weather gear away quite yet. Everyone traveling home please be safe!!

Randy Powell · « **Reply #14 on:** March 16, 2012, 07:26:44 PM »

I, of course, left my camera sitting on the kitchen table. But others are snapping away. I think Gene Martine has a picture of every and their plane. Someone will post pictures.

proparc · « **Reply #15 on:** March 16, 2012, 08:50:17 PM »

Could someone fill me in on Don Hutchinson's ignition. Is this responsible for the great runs? Is this new?(Been with the 4 strokes too long-sorry).

Gene Martine · « **Reply #16 on:** March 16, 2012, 08:59:17 PM »

Final results of OTS & Ignition.

Gene Martine · « **Reply #17 on:** March 16, 2012, 09:01:37 PM »

First & second round Classic. Final round tomorrow.

Clint Ormosen · « **Reply #18 on:** March 16, 2012, 10:34:06 PM »

Gene, you're the man! Thanks for the scores!

Mark Scarborough · « **Reply #19 on:** March 16, 2012, 11:09:23 PM »

All i have to say is,,
what an education !!!
LOL,,,,,,

Clint Ormosen · « **Reply #20 on:** March 17, 2012, 01:28:44 AM »

I sure hope somebody took a bunch of pictures of Classic appearance judging at the hotel. One of my favorite parts of VSC!

PJ Rowland · « **Reply #21 on:** March 17, 2012, 07:33:28 AM »

Its times like these I wish I didnt have the Internet...........or lived where I do...

I gotta get out to that Contest.

Jim Kraft · « **Reply #22 on:** March 17, 2012, 09:04:11 AM »

Thank you so much Gene. Congrats to all who flew, and a special to all the winners. Even the spectators are winners at VSC. I sure missed being there this year, but hopefully I will be next year.

Looks like the weather for today will be only good for the stout of heart flyers. Don't wreck you planes guys.

Thanks again Gene. You all have a great time at the banquet, and drive safe going home.

Joseph Patterson · « **Reply #23 on:** March 17, 2012, 10:01:40 AM »

Thanks Gene for keeping us poor souls who couldn't go informed.
Doug

Mark Scarborough · « **Reply #24 on:** March 17, 2012, 12:09:32 PM »

I flew number ten on my circle today,Roy flew right before me and the wind was starting to pick up and swirl,, It was pretty unstable by the time I flew,, it was pretty unsettled above about 30 degrees. On the good side, I got to see how pretty the top and bottom of my wing is while its flying,, ( not really what I wanted though,, LOL) I started to lean overhead in the eights so I managed to make the first loop of the clover ( to get my ten points) and it quit,, out of fuel.... ... .. . put me in a bad place to the wind, I flew it down to the ground a bit abrupt and it bounce,, lets just say ten feet high with no airspeed in the wind is a BAD BAD place to be,, ( I could hear the onlookers making gasping noises LOL) I managed to float it back down and got it on the ground in one piece, so I was relieved greatly,,, from ten foot altitude to landed the plane only moved about 5 or 10 feet forward,, all I can say is,, #1 WHEW<<<

and #2, NEVER underestimate the importance of absolutly drag free controls,, thats the only thing that let me save it....
what an adventure,, What an event,,

Balsa Butcher · « **Reply #25 on:** March 17, 2012, 12:16:14 PM »

Glad you got 'er down in one piece, now take a deep breath and enjoy the rest of the day...and banquet.

Randy Powell · « **Reply #26 on:** March 17, 2012, 04:30:43 PM »

My luck continued pretty much as it had all week. But at least I'm taking home a plane in one piece. Ya know, buzzing the prop on takeoff is just a bad thing to do.

Gene Martine · « **Reply #27 on:** March 17, 2012, 04:36:00 PM »

Final results Classic stunt at VSC 2012. The banquet, saying goodbye to good friends for another year.
Gene

Les McDonald · « **Reply #28 on:** March 17, 2012, 04:54:11 PM »

Awright Alfadog!!!

Howard Rush · « **Reply #29 on:** March 17, 2012, 05:44:54 PM »

Awright, indeed.

Thanks for keeping us informed back here in the rain and snow.

Good to see our homies with scores on the board and Avengers intact.

proparc · « **Reply #30 on:** March 17, 2012, 06:01:46 PM »

Anybody know what Alfadawg used to dish out the punishment. Minato and Hiki,(the Impact man) throwing it down!!

Dennis Adamisin · « **Reply #31 on:** March 17, 2012, 06:25:29 PM »

Gene - THANKS for the info.

Congrats to RJ!

Clint Ormosen · « **Reply #32 on:** March 17, 2012, 09:14:12 PM »

I fully expect someone to post a complete set of pictures by tomorrow night.

(That's a threat. An empty one, but a threat nonetheless.

)

Robertc · « **Reply #33 on:** March 18, 2012, 11:48:28 AM »

RJ flew a Formula S powered by a Double Star 54

proparc · « **Reply #34 on:** March 18, 2012, 01:28:11 PM »

Quote from: Robertc on March 18, 2012, 11:48:28 AM

RJ flew a Formula S powered by a Double Star 54

Thanks Bob.

Gordan Delaney · « **Reply #35 on:** March 18, 2012, 09:22:04 PM »

Robert,
Make that a Roy Double star 60.

Gordy

Robertc · « **Reply #36 on:** March 19, 2012, 07:56:21 AM »

I stand corrected. It's one of a very few special Double Star dual ball bearing 60's. One of the best running engines I've ever seen.

Steve Fitton · « **Reply #37 on:** March 19, 2012, 08:10:34 AM »

Quote from: Gordan Delaney on March 18, 2012, 09:22:04 PM

Robert,
Make that a Roy Double star 60.

Gordy

Thats one of the sekrit punched out DS 54s that is now a 60 in the 54 case.

proparc · « **Reply #38 on:** March 19, 2012, 03:48:06 PM »

Quote from: Steve Fitton on March 19, 2012, 08:10:34 AM

Thats one of the sekrit punched out DS 54s that is now a 60 in the 54 case.

Man oh Man, VSC starting to get rough. Throwing it down with top secret "Skunk Works" motors.

john e. holliday · « **Reply #39 on:** March 20, 2012, 07:21:25 PM »

Now if you guys want great pictures, contact Gene Martine. He just posted the scores earlier. Also Stunt News should have some great pictures also. I now Rickki Pyatt was taking picture during the week and at the banquet. My camera is still in the bedroom where I was not supposed to forget it. Happy with the flights on the ISW, but the power system went south on the Thunderbolt, reason for two scratches in Classic for me. Great people and weather.