Prekin

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harriermate

Hi guys,
what are thoughts on the quality and reliability of Robart electric retracts for the Giant Scale P47? I read some fairly negative reviews back in 2015. Was just wondering what the collective opinion is now... should I go with pneumatics instead???
Tganks in anticipation.....

sjhanc

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I built the razorback version of that plane because my brother was doing one, wanted to fly together. I used the Robart electrics for gear. They fit, set up was easy and they worked good in flight. I am a Mustang fan, so going to the tame P 47 with electric motor for power was disappointing. A drive system that worked great in a Mustang airframe didn't work well in the high drag Jug, flight times in the mustang were 8 minutes + reserve, dropping to 4 minutes in the Jug with no reserve for a missed approach. I planned to change to gas power for duration, but I got a good offer for the plane and sold it to a fellow club member. He put a gas engine in and is happy with it. The electric gear work fine for him. The squadron markings are of the 15 kill jug that Gabreski was flying before D day. I had to use the thin wheels provided in the kit, no aftermarket wheels fit in the shallow wheel wells without surgery.

Lifer

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My pneumatic retracts in the TarHeel Hal are about 8 years old. I had a problem with the airtank spinning and tying the airline into a knot. Certainly not the fault of the system, and cured with a bit of Shoe Goo adhesive on the tank where it touched the cradle. I did add a few drops of Bob Violett's airlube to the system but that was a maintenance step.

All-in-all, a reliable system.

CCFPILOT

I had the same problem a few years back, and used the same fix. My Tarheel Hal is still flying with same the Robart air retracts since 2012. Knock on wood.

BobH

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Would anyone happen to have an elevator half from a crashed Hanger 9 P-47? If so please message me,
Thank you.

harriermate

Hi guys,
ages ago I remember seeing that someone had modified the wing spar in the Topflite Giant Scale P47 to allow for scale landing gear orientation. I can’t find it anywhere now. Does anybody recall who did it and signposting to the thread would be much appreciated! 😎

TnAeroNut

I'd be glad to hear how it goes for you. I'm wrapping up my TF GS P-47 fuse now and am about to start the wing. I'm planning to make the main gear mod, but feel I'm maybe getting in over my head. More important to me than the scale fidelity is getting the wheels more forward of the CG. I've heard about many pilots tipping over (forward) on landing; I have enough trouble landing without a nasty tendency like that. Anyway, I'm going to give it a shot.

Sent you a pm with a couple links.

Prekin

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There is a TopFlite GS P-47 thread. There you may find what are you looking for.
Top Flite Giant P-47 Build

Lifer

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Zero nose-over tendency if balanced per the manual.

warbirdrc

I'm building a tf 1/7 p47 i'm missing the bubble canopy does any body have an idea wher i can order one.
Thanks

KaP2011

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Here's one that might fit.
https://parkflyerplastics.com/cart/i...roducts_id=550

bigbird007

Did you find one? I have one as I built the razor back version

bigbird007

warbirdrc

I have not been able to find one.
what is the price and how can I send you payment.
thanks.

bigbird007

not sure what it’s going to cost to ship, If you pay for that we’re good. You have PayPal?

warbirdrc

Yes sir I can do Pat pal or Venmo. Zip code is 77375.

bigbird007

I'll check into shipping today to:

Tomball TX 77375

I'm going to need a street address too.

warbirdrc

I send you a PM with my address let me know if you have it.

Fireflite82

Hello everyone, my name is Danny Coelho and I would love to be part of the brotherhood as the P47 is my all-time favorite warbird. Posted below are some pictures of my Hangar 9 20cc P47D.

She's running an RCGF Valley View 26cc with rear exhaust.
Sullivan Smoke Pump
Hitech servos all around
FrSky Radio system w/Air Speed Sensor.

Thank you for any consideration.

dryverman

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Hi Danny, those are great shots of your P-47!

Fireflite82

Thanks Man! I appreciate it.

Fireflite82

Thanks Man! I appreciate it.

tailskid

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Mine is coming along (TF Giant ARC).....hopefully test fly by the end of next week.

Tessycat

Any one know what the mfg # is for the Top Flite 60 Gold Edition silver or aluminum covering?

Thanks in advance
Wayne