sam 8 speaks - sam 8 web site · outside activities: swap meets and other esoterica….. 2018-2019...

E:\A SAM 8 Newsletter\A DG Newsletter\2018\2018-12.docx 1

The Really Great SAM 8 Speaks

LONG TIME FLYERS CLUB NEWS On the web at http://www.sam8.org

VOLUME 399 ISSUE 12 December 2018 Roster of the old dawgs….

Steve Dona……’The Prez’ Will Tilse…..Vice President

Dave Cassell…..Secretary-Treasurer Dave Gardner…..Scribe of this rag….

Notice: Next Meeting: December 13th, 2018 Rainbow Café, 112 E. Main St., Auburn, WA, 10:30 am-1 pm..(or thereabouts.) *********************************************************************************** Presidents message ……. Lots going on for December with the Really Great SAM 8 with our annual Holiday get together as well as lots of fun stuff brewing in the background. As you may recall, your president offered to give a beautiful O&R .60 to the first person who presents him with a new plane that needs one. The offer is good for an O & R .23 as well. I hope a lot of you are looking through your kit and plan stash to see what is going on the boards for this years’ building season. I have had several members approach me to ask for suggestions so here is your “presidents picks” for OT models of various sizes. Note: this is your writer’s opinion and hopefully won’t get into a “blondes vs brunettes” argument. To be sure, there are LOTS of other great models to choose from. I personally like to fly models that other people are not flying as it is fun to make the competition nervous by showing up at the field with an unknown model.

Large C sized OT models ( in order of preference).

A/B sized model (O&R .23 or equivalent power)

PYLON FUSELAGE ALL Playboy Senior “Big” Brooklyn Dodger Alert Goldberg Sailplane Buzzard Bombshell Zipper New Ruler Rambler (also legal for Antique) Buzzard Bombshell Westerner (Foote) Albatross American Ace The models above are pretty much readily available in Kit or plan form. The idea here is get you guys out flying OT models. We hope to see you out in force next contest season. For the indoor venue, we are looking to have a No-Cal Contest. I have attached the rules below (from David Higgins). This is a simple(?) scale model for indoor and should be a lot of fun. The goal here is to get our


members out and enjoying the indoor venue with a bit of light competition. Not hard to come up with your own design and there are lots of kits and plans available as well. Some of the guys have been whispering about their secret contest dominator in the works. Looks like we are in for a great time. Above all be sure to take a break from our daily tasks and take time to appreciate the friends and family that makes our lives special. Happy Holidays to you all!

See you at the Rainbow…!

Steve Dona, The Prez ****************************************************************************************************************** SAM 8 minutes for November 8th, 2018 (attendance =19)

Current SAM 8 T-Shirt remaining count by size: Medium = 12 Large = 4 At the sound of the gavel and a whistle from VP W.Tilse the Prez called the meeting to order at 12:03p x To start the meeting Steve announced a Finn Hill contest to be a single design build and fly off for the SAM 8 guys. This is to be

held at the Finn Hill gathering on November 18th. Each participant will buy ($6.00) and build a Mountain Lion kit and participate in a fly off before the Finn Hill kids show up. There will be prizes awarded for the best times turned in. With no limit on the number of flights, the best no-touch time can pick the prize. No modifications to the kit design will be allowed except to omit the wing tip doublers. Kit provided plastic prop balancing will be allowed by adding weight. Rubber and building items will be provided

x Dave Higgins brought in his P-18 for a discussion of design and dimensions with a little history thrown in. Dave also explained his covering material which was the bag from the grocery store. He explained his covering technique and the frame / mold method.

x To spur participation in ignition events, Steve is offering a ‘George Talent’ tuned and balanced O&R 60 to the first new build builder-of-the-model ready to fly ignition model. The model must fly in a contest within one year of acceptance of the O&R engine.

x Plans are being formed for two contests on ‘Nick’s Field’. One will be a misery meet and the other will be the Spring Opener. Details haven’t been worked out as yet. Steve proposes a $100 prize awarded for the top ignition flyer in the two contests based on total points earned. A motion to do this prize was put forward by Steve Dona and seconded by popular vote.

x Dave Cassell recounted Homer’s retirement from modeling and flying and his move to a Oregon Retirement Community.

x Don’t forget the Christmas Party Dec. 15 Saturday 12:00 noon till 4:00p at Angelo’s same as last year. Participants need to sign up ASAP. Contact Will Tilse with your numbers and choices.

x Finn Hill venue is Sunday Nov. 18th. Come ready to build your Mountain Lion.

Mtg. adjourned: 1:16p Submitted by David Cassell ********************************************************************************** The current Finn Hill Indoor Schedule is below, with dates, days and times….!!

Finn Hill MS GYM SAM 8 INDOOR SCHEDULE Build and Fly Session Sunday January 27, 2019 9 AM to 4 PM Build and Fly Session Sunday February 24, 2019 9 AM to 4 PM Build and Fly Session Sunday March 17, 2019 9 AM to 4 PM Build and Fly Session Sunday April 28, 2019 9 AM to 4 PM Build and Fly Session Saturday May 18, 2019 9 AM to 4 PM Build and Fly Session Saturday June 8, 2019 9 AM to 4 PM

****************************************************************************************************************


Rubber Powered FAC No-Cal Profile Scale Event: 1. Event Intent: Competition for recognizable profile scale models. 2. Scale considerations:

a) Motor stick(s) shall not exceed fuselage overall length. b) All surfaces may be single covered. c) All wing struts on real airplane must be on the model. d) Model must be in correct color scheme. e) Model must have control outlines, registration numbers, etc. f) Have proof of scale, Judge’s decisions are final.

3. Dihedral and tail surface area may be increased moderately, but not to the point where scale appearance is destroyed (CD’s call).

4. Non-scale asymmetrical wings and/or tilted stabs to enhance turn are not permitted. 5. Models of jet engine aircraft and multi-engine aircraft (the B-52 or B-17) may use a single propeller positioned

at the nose or the tail of the model. 6. Propeller may be positioned fwd. or aft of location on actual aircraft. 7. Wing span: 16” maximum (projected). 8. No minimum empty weight of the model. 9. Propeller diameter, blade width, blade pitch, # of blades: No Limits! 10. Launch technique: By hand. R.O.G. not required on fixed gear models. 11. Landing Gear: Aircraft with fixed landing gear must have each landing gear represented as per the actual

aircraft. Models of real aircraft having retractable gear do not require any landing gear. 12. Official flights: 20 second minimum and No Maximum. 13. Scoring: total of three official flights with time rounded down to the nearest second. 14. Bonus Points: None for this event. 15. Tie breaker: Fly-off. 16. Material restrictions:

a) No condenser paper or ultra-light films may be used to cover any model. b) Propeller(s) may be built-up balsa/bass wood or plastic commercial unit. c) Plastic props may be shaved and/or sanded to lighten and balance. d) Foam coverings and foam materials used as components within the basic structure is prohibited. e) Foam and other non-balsa materials may be used in the construction of such “add on” parts as air scoops,

radiators, machine guns, etc. 17. Each contestant is permitted only 1 example of a specific design. No “back-up” duplicate models are allowed. 18. Power requirements:

a) The model shall be powered by a single rubber motor with no size or weight limits on the rubber motor. b) Gear arrangements of 1:1 ratio may be used (for multi-engine aircraft).

19. Each contestant must be the builder of the model that he/she enters. 20. Proxy entries will be allowed at the C.D.’s discretion. 21. Each contestant may enter up to 2 different models in this event. Regards, David Higgins


************************************************************************

ATTENTION, ALERT, HEADS-UP, ACHTUNG, AND ALL THAT STUFF!

I’ve been reminded by our illustrious Secretary that: SAM 8 DUES ARE DUE!

Check with David Cassell about your status and what dues are due…..He’ll be glad to update you, take your money and improve your status with the club!

************************************************************************

….and this also applies to hobby stuff, engine collections, kit stashes, power tools….and anything you have left….at the end…..be aware!!!

FINAL NOTICE!!…..WHAT YOU’VE ALL BEEN WAITING

FOR!

THE SAM 8 ANNUAL CHRISTMAS BANQUET IS

SATURDAY 12/15!

GET YOUR NAME ON THE LIST NOW!

Contact Will Tilse to RSVP (that means to let him know you’re planning to be there!) The menu and pricing are below.

Email: [email protected] Phone: 206-631-9130

Make your selection for you and your ‘significant other’ and let Will know ASAP! As usual, SAM 8 will provide the wine for the tables. (meal and/or dessert are on you!) Angelo’s takes cash and credit cards. A gratuity will be added to your bill, as part of the package.

mailto:[email protected]


OUTSIDE ACTIVITIES: Swap Meets and other esoterica….. 2018-2019 Old Time, Free Flight, Control Line and Club Modeling Event Schedule

Date Event / Time / Location Activity/Location Contact December 11th NW Skyraiders’ meeting at Denny’s Denny’s, Kent NWSR December 13th SAM 8 meeting at the Rainbow Auburn SAM 8 December 15th SAM 8 Christmas Banquet Angelo’s – Burien SAM 8 January 27th SAM 8 Finn Hill Build and Flying Session Kirkland, WA SAM 8 For additional Northwest FF and CL activity, see the following websites for more detail. For SAM 8 activities, look on the SAM 8 Website, http://www.SAM8.org For SAM National activities, look on the SAM Website, http://www.antiquemodeler.org/ For WMC activities, check on their website, WillametteModelersclub.weebly.com, or contact Bob Stalick at [email protected]. For NW Skyraiders’ activities, check on http://flyinglines.org, or [email protected]. For Museum of Flight, check on their website, www.museumofflight.org. Each first Thursday of the month is free admission. Really Great SAM 8 meets every second Thursday each month the Rainbow Café in Auburn at 11:30 AM. Come join us for lunch! ********************************************************************** UPCOMING EVENTS: NW MODEL HOBBY EXPO ……check with the website for current details..

Bob Hunt gets an ‘official’ Greg Davis & Quaker Harper photo

Mark Sexton Harper photo

January 26th and 27th, 2019

http://flyinglines.org/

http://www.museumofflight.org/


…and….local pre-estate ‘thinning’ sale…..

Plastic Model Kit Inventory

BRAND MODEL SCALE NOTES PRICE

TAMIYA RAF Mustang III 1/48 P-51-B,C $20

TAMIYA Bristol Beaufighter Mk VI 1/48 Sealed Kit $40

CMK Beaufighter Mk 11 Conversion 1/48 In-Line Merlins $30

PEGASUS V-1 Flying Bomb 1/18 $20

Spitfire Mk V 1/48 Etched Metal Kit $20

ERTL A1H Skyraider 1/48 Not original box $20

REVELL P-51D 1/32 Smithsonian Kit $20

MINICRAFT XF5F-1 Skyrocket 1/48 Sealed Box $20

HELLER Bentley Blower 4.5L (CAR!) 1/24 French Kit-box rough-kit complete $20

TOTAL LOT OF ALL KITS $100

The lot for $100……or best offer! By Dave Gardner, [email protected], 425-793-1937 ..and th-th-th-that’s all folks for this month!

See you at the meeting!

…oh, and one more thing! Here’s a handy chart of small screw sizes to show you what can be substituted, one size for another, metric to imperial/US Standard…..the diameters are the actual screw/bolt outside diameter….make the hole size a bit larger!

mailto:[email protected]


SMALL SCREW SIZE COMPARISON CHARTNominal Size Screw Thread Diameter (inches) Diameter (mm)

0 0-80 0.060 1.5241 1-64 0.073 1.854

M2 M2 X .4 0.079 2.0002 2-56 0.086 2.184

M2.5 M2.5 X .45 0.098 2.5003 3-48 0.099 2.5154 4-40 0.112 2.845

M3 M3 X .5 0.118 3.0005 5-40 0.125 3.1756 6-32 / 36 0.138 3.505

M4 M4 X .7 0.157 4.0008 8-32 / 36 0.164 4.16610 10-24 / 32 0.190 4.826M5 M5 X .8 0.197 5.00012 12-24 / 28 / 32 0.216 5.486M6 M6 X 1 0.236 6.0001/4 ¼-20 / 28 / 32 0.245 6.223

5/16 5/16-18 /24 /32 0.313 7.938M8 M8 X 1.25 0.315 8.0003/8 3/8-16/ 24/ 32 0.375 9.525

7/16 7/16-14 /20 /28 0.438 11.113M12 M12 X 1.75 0.472 12.0001/2 1/2-13 /20 /28 0.500 12.700

M16 M16 X 2 0.630 16.000


Really Great SAM 8

LONG TIME FLYERS CLUB On the web at http://www.sam8.org

MEMBERSHIP FORM

Use this form to subscribe or renew your membership. Just fill in and mail to Dave Cassell. Adult Membership ($15 per year)___ ($25) for two years____. (Electronic copy only) Student/Junior (Under 21). FREE…..just sign up!

Name____________________________________________________________

Address__________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________

City___________________________________State__________ZIP__________

AMA No.______________________ SAM No._________________________

Phone No.________________ E-Mail___________________________________

Date:_________________________Signature:____________________________

Return to: Dave Cassell P.O.Box 1367 Snohomish, WA 98291-1367

sam 8 speaks - sam 8 web site · outside activities: swap meets and other esoterica….. 2018-2019...

Documents