Hello Everyone.
It is April 21st, 2010 and Mark, Kyle and Nick are just about to arrive at the SEFF show in Americus, GA.
They attempted a grueling 16 hour drive last night, something I would not enjoy. But hey, it’s all a part
of their fun, right? Yeah… so let’s have some fun for ourselves [...]
The BRC RF-18
Apr 15
The F-18 is truly one of my most favorite jets. I love the sleek sexy lines, and I’ve always had a soft spot for dual slanted rudders. The whole picture of the F-18 really works, and when you think about all of the capabilities of the F-18 it’s not hard to fall in love. The [...]
I remember the first time I saw a Giant Park Flyer. It was on YouTube and I asked myself “why would anybody want a giant foamie?” Then one day I received a phone call from designer Robert Youens. He said “ I have this design that’s going to blow your mind and I want you [...]
The New Cessna 185
Mar 21
We are very excited to launch this new model at Budget RC. It signals the move towards full built up kits using foam as the basic building material. The installation of our new CNC foam cutter is a key in the construction of these style kits. These kits are very easy to construct, and [...]
Great Response
Mar 14
Sometimes I get a really great response to emails sent out. I thought this one was worth sharing. Please feel free to comment.
Mark,
Thanks for the response. FYI…I was the one who suggested placing
a link to your site back when Sara started sending out Emails. I’m an old fart…
My first RC was a Heathkit TX/RX [...]
The Re-Birth of Lil Moe
Mar 14
As some of you may know, I am not a 3d pilot. It just doesn’t do anything for me. Although I love to watch it, I personally do not like to fly it. I guess I am old school, a trophy winning fun fly guy from the early 90’s. I think I could easily muster up the [...]
HI Gals and Guys,
Sara here. As many of you know, Budget RC has partnered with its BEST customers. A couple of weeks ago we asked our List Members to give us the name of their favorite hobby store along with its phone number, city and state. The results have been nothing short of phenomenal. We [...]
Here is a system that is used to create ultra lightweight control linkage. This system uses triangle shaped control horns and shrink wrap tubing. The diagram below should help you get the idea. In the first drawing break the carbon rod with your fingers but do not separate. Apply CA and shrink wrap over the [...]
Here is a very effective, easy way to connect control linkage. I have used this way for years without any failures. This system is self locking and easy to disconnect when needed. It is also the system we recommend on our prop jets because of the strength. The down side to this system is it [...]
Nutball Mod
Jan 30
A flying buddy built the 20 incher kit and didn’t look up your instructions……..OLD GUYS! So, he ends up with 18 degrees dihedral. It’s a real slug, way too heavy, but he’s having a blast with it. I ask him for a toot to give her a try and I’ll be damned, it flys inverted [...]
New Ideas
Jan 4
Mark: Just finished reading your servo arm, push rod connections, hinging , etc, using shrink wrap tubing and your novel way of first splitting the carbon rod slightly! (on the internet) (all on the biplane kit article)
Want to thank you as an old timer getting in to the f3p foam thing that your pics and [...]
Painting EPP
Jan 4
Hello Mark,
I recently purchased a 20″ Nutball, a Blue Wonder motor and a 10 amp ESC from you. Maiden flight today in a 2 court gym. Flies great and I am very pleased with it. AUW is 6.2 oz with a 11.1V 800 mAh battery. I would like to add some color to this model [...]
