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PRECISION OILER

NOVEMBER 2009 // Issue #41

Oiling our helicopters up often leads us wiping off a ton of extra oil. This is not only wasteful but can also cause a dirty mess. Hypodermic needles can become a useful tool when converted to an oiler. Grind off the sharp needle until the point is no longer sharp. Then, simply suck up the oil, and apply a small drop to the areas needing lubrication. Replace the cap on the syringe, and you have a small, portable oiler that you can throw in your toolbox.

ANTENNA CLOSURE

This one sounds silly, but it is a common problem, especially among new hobbyists. As you collapse...

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HEADSPEED, WHAT'S IT ALL ABOUT?

Headspeed can make a huge difference in how well your helicopter flies or whether or not you'll be...

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ALWAYS BATHE FIRST

While building your helicopter, it will be important to use liquid thread lock in a number of...

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FISHING THROUGH THE BOOM

On a heli with a belt-driven tail rotor, it can sometimes be tricky to get the belt all the way...

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ZIP TIE FUEL TUBING

One thing a pilot never wants is to do an auto rotation out of necessity. To avoid that situation...

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REPLACE YOUR PLUG AFTER BREAK IN

Okay, so you just finished breaking in your new nitro engine. What do you do next? Replace the glow...

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