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JUNE 2010 // Issue #47

The hobby knife is a frequently used tool. The blades are sharply pointed, and the tip is the most useful part of the blade and should be well protected. After you're finished using your knife, take the blade out and flip it around. The holder will now become a sheath for that sharp point and extend the life of the blade.

Gaming Controller

The FMS (free model simulator) has been floating around the hobby industry for years, and some......

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Micro Heli Fix

Every now and then we fly our beloved micro helis at the park, and the grass is too tall for our......

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Working with Windscreens

Have you ever installed a windscreen only to discover that the finish looks like it has been......

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On the Right Track

Dave Wheeler, another dedicated reader and flyer, sent in this tip to help us all out. Tracking......

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A Quick Dripper

Have you ever had a problem securing the screws that thread into plastic? Using a CA bottle can......

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Focused Heat

We have all had a screw that is hard to get out. You know, the one we used that thread locking......

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COOLING FAN

Some electric models run just a little hot, and it may not always be practical to add a heat......

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NEEDLE VALVE EXTENSION

Engines often have provisions for a needle valve extension built right in. Sometimes the needle......

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