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Forum: RC Jets
03-25-2012, 01:21 AM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,449
Posted By speedbrake

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

Michael,
You didn't mention which version of the R54 you were buying. The ARF version comes with composite tanks and has a retract system available with brakes from PST for $650. The balsa kit...
Forum: RC Jets
03-15-2012, 11:14 PM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,449
Posted By speedbrake

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

This is a bash of Tharpe's Delta. Added a nose section and canard. The canard will supplement the elevons, elevator only. A PST 600R will power it. I'll place a rotating beacon on the top of the...
Forum: RC Jets
03-14-2012, 11:13 PM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,449
Posted By speedbrake

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

Bob,
What size canopy did you use? The size seems perfect for the fuselage.

Also, can the rotating beacon controllers be synchronized? Something like having strobe lights pulsing at the...
Forum: RC Jets
03-14-2012, 11:44 AM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,449
Posted By speedbrake

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

OK Bob, what is the downside of a flicker? Isn't that how the effect is made...with a bit of a flicker? Fade out the light and then brighten it to a flicker. As long as it gets my attention then...
Forum: RC Jets
03-14-2012, 10:28 AM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,449
Posted By speedbrake

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

As I understand the system, the rotating beacon controller can be used as a stand alone system. It is not necessay to have it plugged into the larger light system controller. I plan to use just the...
Forum: RC Jets
03-14-2012, 12:33 AM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,449
Posted By speedbrake

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

Bob,
Did you connect the rotating beacons directly to the airborne battery pack? It would seem like a good idea to have them connected to the battery and have a visual indication the battery...
Forum: RC Jets
02-13-2012, 05:42 AM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,449
Posted By speedbrake

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

bw5493, welcome to the Reaction gang. I think you are in for a real treat...the Reaction is a great airplane. I wouldn't worry about the spoiler/flap, the plane is a bit of a floater so the extra...
Forum: RC Jets
02-23-2011, 01:19 PM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,449
Posted By speedbrake

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

Something I always wanted to experiment with are spoilers on the R54. I finally got around to it with airframe #3. The spoiler well is centered above the bottom wing hatch just aft of the top spar....
Forum: RC Jets
01-13-2011, 02:50 PM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,449
Posted By speedbrake

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

The notch is open to allow the turbine starter wires to pass through. Makes for a neat setup for the engine.
Forum: RC Jets
01-13-2011, 10:48 AM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,449
Posted By speedbrake

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

This is my third R54. First one was stock, the second one I clipped the wing tips and added winglets, this one is going to have intakes and some curvature to the canopy/hatch. It seems no matter...
Forum: RC Jets
01-30-2010, 04:40 PM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,449
Posted By speedbrake

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

Ants,
Nice looking R-54 you have....very nice. How do you like the struts?

Enjoyed the video... Good luck at the jet meet.

Keith
Forum: RC Jets
01-26-2010, 10:56 AM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,449
Posted By speedbrake

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

OK grass hopper, with your short arms holding the monitor read line number six [:-]
Forum: RC Jets
01-25-2010, 01:22 PM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,449
Posted By speedbrake

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

Dave,
"easy to see"...that pretty much dates you. I'll bet your nose is up against the monitor. Ha! Been there doing that.[8D]

Cheers,
Keith
Forum: RC Jets
01-24-2010, 03:00 PM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,449
Posted By speedbrake

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

Dave,
FIVE OF THEM!....YOU MUST REALLY LIKE THEM! A REAL REACTION GUY. The reason I'm building a third is my first R54 had a mid-air. Otherwise I would be happy with two. Bruce is sending me a...
Forum: RC Jets
01-23-2010, 03:00 PM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,449
Posted By speedbrake

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

Tommy,
Just wondering how the strut modification is going. Have you installed the struts?

I've had great success with the Robart retracts and struts. However, I will try using electric...
Forum: RC Jets
12-17-2009, 06:41 PM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,449
Posted By speedbrake

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

Tommy,
I use the same retracts but use Robart 660 struts. The strut cutout in the wing will need to be modified for the scissors, not too much though. I used Trim brakes but any brake that will...
Forum: RC Jets
02-25-2009, 06:48 AM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,449
Posted By speedbrake

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

Bob,
How well does the Elmer's GEL sand? Some white glues will gum up and score the balsa surface while sanding.

Thanks,
Keith
Forum: RC Jets
10-14-2008, 09:38 PM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,449
Posted By speedbrake

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

It is with some sadness to report the demise of my Reaction. It was from the original batch of kits from Bruce. It was built in Holland and shipped back to the states several years ago. After more...
Forum: RC Jets
09-22-2008, 03:43 PM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,449
Posted By speedbrake

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

John,
The 660 struts are easy to modify to fit the R54. What retains the spring is an inner aluminum tube which fits the inside diameter of the strut tube. As you noted, that inner tube is cut...
Forum: RC Jets
09-14-2008, 07:40 PM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,449
Posted By speedbrake

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

John,
Good news on your landings!! I'm using the 660s and haven't experienced any problems. Absolutely great struts. I have 660s for the mains and using the standard wire strut in the nose. ...
Forum: RC Jets
06-19-2008, 08:51 AM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,449
Posted By speedbrake

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

R54 pilots are welcome to the Mid-Georgia Jet Rally on Saturday and Sunday, 19/20 July. The host is Hodges Hobbies located near Americus, Georgia. For more details and directions go to:...
Forum: RC Jets
05-20-2008, 02:46 PM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,449
Posted By speedbrake

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

Thanks for sharing...I'm glad this story had a happy ending. My R54 is nearing 200 flights and still as solid as the first flight. Just an amazing design.
Forum: RC Jets
05-19-2008, 01:59 PM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,449
Posted By speedbrake

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

Sorry to hear about the loss...what happened? How did you lose the fin?

Keith
Forum: RC Jets
05-15-2008, 09:19 AM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,449
Posted By speedbrake

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

JohnVH
The R54 has a powerful wing.....read the comments from many of the flyers in this thread. The R54 will float on landing if the speed is too high. The purpose of trying a speedbrake is to...
Forum: RC Jets
05-04-2008, 02:51 PM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,449
Posted By speedbrake

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

Hey..yes we did chat many months ago. Your speedbrake looks great. Hope to hear about how it performs soon. I think the hatch area will be fine for a speedbrake. I'll modify my Reacton this...
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