Re: Re: Rubber comnparison

From: Jake Palmer <82.jake_at_gmail.com>
Date: Thu, 13 Feb 2014 11:25:35 -0800

"1.4 grams would be great for VD props."

Or you could use microfilm, or you could use a braced wing, or you could
shorten your motor tube. A heavier prop can be accommodated at 1.2g if
you're willing to make some trade offs. Being forced to make those
decisions is one of the most important parts of F1D in my opinion.


On Thu, Feb 13, 2014 at 10:45 AM, <mkirda_at_sbcglobal.net> wrote:

>
>
> Good and bad, Joshua.
> VP is far easier. I never got the springs for closing set right. Also
> after a bit of bumping, the hinges got too wobbly. I've been noodling the
> hinge design for almost a year now, I think I know what will work. The real
> question is if I can get it light/strong enough. VD props are going to be
> heavier due to the longer spar.
>
> 1.4 grams would be great for VD props.
>
> Regards.
> Mike Kirda
>
>
Received on Thu Feb 13 2014 - 11:25:40 CET