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Forum: RC Jets
03-07-2019, 12:40 PM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,667
Posted By Helijet

Just some advice...take it as you will. In my...

Just some advice...take it as you will.
In my experience ( have had 3 so far with various engines and hundreds of flights ), the aircraft flys best as engineered and designed ( around a smaller 54mm...
Forum: RC Jets
02-26-2019, 07:19 AM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,667
Posted By Helijet

Nice Roy... Looking forward to some Reaction...

Nice Roy...
Looking forward to some Reaction formation with you...
Cheers
Dean
Forum: RC Jets
02-26-2018, 03:03 PM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,667
Posted By Helijet

By using my old and trusty fish / scale sliding...

By using my old and trusty fish / scale sliding thrust meter at max rpm, I found no noticeable change in thrust from running the engine on a bench or on the
Reaction. I thought at first that the...
Forum: RC Jets
02-26-2018, 01:46 PM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,667
Posted By Helijet

Hi Salmonbug I can assure you "but...

Hi Salmonbug

I can assure you

"but will also result in a less laminar airflow entering the turbine having for consequence to reduce the centrifugal compressor efficiency ..."

will NOT be an...
Forum: RC Jets
09-13-2015, 06:06 AM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,667
Posted By Helijet

Yes....cutout the boat tail a little to move the...

Yes....cutout the boat tail a little to move the PST forward. I cover the entire plane first then drill the engine mounting holes. I drill then cover the wedge with some sticky aluminum foil and...
Forum: RC Jets
08-27-2015, 07:46 PM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,667
Posted By Helijet

I have the Robart electrics and HobbyKing brakes....

I have the Robart electrics and HobbyKing brakes. Very impressed with both. Have worked perfectly for many flights.
see post 3330
Dean W.
Forum: RC Jets
05-22-2015, 07:55 AM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,667
Posted By Helijet

Well Bruce My first Reaction was flown in...

Well Bruce

My first Reaction was flown in 2005 and 10 years later version 3 is completed. This one I plan on keeping a long time. The other ones were sold to guys that just HAD TO HAVE IT...lol So...
Forum: RC Jets
12-20-2014, 05:09 PM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,667
Posted By Helijet

Hi Guys To date I have flown 5 different...

Hi Guys

To date I have flown 5 different Reactions powered from by the RAM 500, PST 600R, P70, P80 and Wren 54. I have honestly put hundreds of flights on the Reaction model. My favorite by far...
Forum: RC Jets
12-11-2014, 02:04 PM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,667
Posted By Helijet

Whoohoooo!! Look at all that pavement and...

Whoohoooo!!

Look at all that pavement and blue sky. Oh so I wish I could be somewhere warm right now.
Well....one day I can retire!

Enjoy the flights Marv!
Thanks for the pic Bob...
Now to...
Forum: RC Jets
12-01-2014, 09:31 PM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,667
Posted By Helijet

Well, I am building my third R54. My first one...

Well, I am building my third R54. My first one was from an early run of kits..so I have a little experience on the R54. As a matter of fact, a president of the AMA, president of MAAC, a retired US...
Forum: RC Jets
07-10-2014, 09:13 PM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,667
Posted By Helijet

I asked my good buddy Chuck to pick up another...

I asked my good buddy Chuck to pick up another Reaction kit for me from the next batch. This will be my third one! No, I did not trash the previous ones. They were sold to guys that just " needed to...
Forum: RC Jets
11-26-2007, 08:16 PM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,667
Posted By Helijet

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

I used the hinges as supplied by Bruce. My Reaction had over 200 flights before I sold it this fall. The new owner has since put on a coupl edozen more.

Dean W.
Forum: RC Jets
10-21-2006, 07:00 PM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,667
Posted By Helijet

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

I have flown A LOT of different turbine powered jets over the years. In my opinion, Bruce's Reaction 54 IS THE BEST all around turbine trainer EVER. I know - strong words but I am closing in on 200...
Forum: RC Jets
04-10-2006, 06:46 PM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,667
Posted By Helijet

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

Mix in about 1/8 - 3/16 up elevator with full flaps.

Dean W.
www.pstna.com
Forum: RC Jets
02-25-2006, 12:42 PM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,667
Posted By Helijet

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

That's the beauty of Bruce's kits....lots of room to personalize!

Dean W.
www.pstna.com
Forum: RC Jets
11-15-2005, 08:18 PM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,667
Posted By Helijet

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

We have been flying our Reaction all year with our custom gear and struts. Lots of guys using them with good success off pavement and grass.

Dean Wichmann
www.helijet.ca
Forum: RC Jets
10-31-2005, 05:19 PM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,667
Posted By Helijet

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

19 lbs - PST J600R - flys fantastic! 37 flights - everything holding up as good as the first flight!

Dean Wichmann
www.helijet.ca
Forum: RC Jets
09-07-2005, 10:39 AM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,667
Posted By Helijet

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

WoW...........sweet!!!!!!!!

Dean W.
www.helijet.ca
Forum: RC Jets
08-11-2005, 06:14 PM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,667
Posted By Helijet

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

[:o] I just shut her down from one of the more than a dozen flights over the weekend and Bart is heartbroken that the tranny was taken away[sm=crying.gif] ....that's why the glum look. Bart...yours...
Forum: RC Jets
05-23-2005, 11:15 PM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,667
Posted By Helijet

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

Hey Kelly.....I thought you were video taping[sm=surprised.gif] otherwise I might have considered giving you some stick time ( for a small fee of course ;) ) Next session we'll pass it around. Just...
Forum: RC Jets
05-22-2005, 10:41 AM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,667
Posted By Helijet

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

Well Bruce, you can add another happy customer to your ever growing Reaction 54 list! :D

Had several perfect flights with her yesterday and I am going out on a limb here...but....IMO your...
Forum: RC Jets
12-16-2004, 06:59 PM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,667
Posted By Helijet

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

Matt

I just got off the phone with Bruce and can answer your questions. He has about 8 kits left out of the initial 48 order cut. There is no foam anywhere on the plane.

Dean Wichmann
...
Forum: RC Jets
12-15-2004, 08:48 PM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,667
Posted By Helijet

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

GOT THE KIT TODAY!!! Nice package, great info on the plans and excellent quality wood. Ive heard of Bruce's reputation as a manufacturer. Now I can see why! Going to be my personal bird....getting...
Forum: RC Jets
12-10-2004, 11:51 PM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,667
Posted By Helijet

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

Yup! Mine is due to arrive on Tuesday:D Hopefully will have it ready for Florida Jets!

Dean Wichmann
www.helijet.ca
Forum: RC Jets
12-06-2004, 10:53 PM
Replies: 4,649
Views: 1,044,667
Posted By Helijet

RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit

Bruce definitely makes some nice stuff. I saw the prototype a couple of seasons ago with a RAM 500. Very nicely engineered and looks even better in real time! Bruce is also a master with monocoat. It...
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