CONTROL LINE SCALE
Bill Boss, 77-06 269th Street, New Hyde Park, NY 11040
Ron Sears
It is with deep regret that I report the passing of Ron Sears of Waterford, Michigan. Ron was one of control line Scale's greatest supporters and, in general, a friend to all aeromodelers. He succumbed to cancer in March 1994.
Ron paid great attention to detail and was probably best known in control line circles for his museum-quality Stearman PT-17. This model brought him the opportunity to compete in the 1984 CL World Championships in Paris, France.
In the following years, Ron contributed greatly as a Nationals competition flight judge. One of his most recent contributions was to the National Association of Scale Aeromodelers (NASA) newsletter as production editor. He also wrote the "How About This" column for the newsletter, providing excellent documentation and detail on various aircraft subjects and good Scale modeling. We will all miss Ron’s energy and dedication to control line Scale modeling. Our deepest sympathy goes to his family.
WRAM Show '94
WRAM Show '94 was held at the Westchester County Center in White Plains, New York. February did not provide the best weather in the Northeast—snowstorms, rain, and sleet were frequent—but for the show Mother Nature took a break and provided clear skies and moderate temperatures. The place was packed. As usual, I saw many modeling friends and looked for items useful to the CL Scale modeler.
RAM (Radio Controlled Models, Inc.)
RAM has a great assortment of lighting systems that add the final touch of scale detail to planes, boats, and cars. Scale plane setups include:
- landing lights
- adjustable-rate Mars rotating beacon
- adjustable-rate strobe light
- programmable flashing navigation lights
Most systems are powered by a nine-volt alkaline battery. While primarily designed to operate with R/C systems, they can be adapted for C/L use—especially systems that use electronic control. The lighting systems can operate independently or be added to another channel of an electronic system. For details, write: RAM, 229 E. Rollins Rd., Round Lake Beach, IL 60073. Tel: (708) 740-8726.
Mr. NiCd (E. H. Yost & Company)
Mr. NiCd meets virtually every model battery need and offers replacement batteries for computers, camcorders, two-way radios, medical equipment, test equipment, telephones, and photography. Available battery types include:
- rechargeable nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd)
- sealed lead acid
- lithium
- nickel metal hydride
A WRAM show special was a small charging unit bundled with four 600 mAh AA Sanyo Ni-Cd batteries. The unit and batteries cost $15 and can be ordered directly from Mr. NiCd. The charger plugs into a standard 110-volt outlet and recharges the batteries in about eight hours. The charger is not designed for prolonged use and should be unplugged after the eight-hour period. To order or obtain details, write: Mr. NiCd, E. H. Yost & Company, 7344 Tetavia Rd., Sauk City, WI 53583.
Major Decals
Major Decals has added to their extensive array of pressure-sensitive and water-transfer decals. New items include mirror-image markings of the Fasces emblem and the House of Savoy coat of arms used on many WW I and WW II Italian aircraft. Also new are decals for the Curtiss Electric Propeller insignia; star sheets in many colors and sizes (from 3/16" to 1 1/2"); and checkerboard designs with white or yellow base combined with black, red, blue, or green. Major Decals noted that they plan to issue additional items in August 1994.
Robart
Robart displayed many fine products useful to Scale modelers. Highlights include:
- a selection of retractable landing gear units and systems suitable for .15–.75 sized models, supporting model weights from about 2 to 14 pounds
- mechanical and pneumatic retract units
- scale wheels in smooth or diamond-tread styles, 2" to 4" sizes
- plastic scale strut covers to dress up straight and offset piano-wire landing struts
Robart also produces a How To Series (Scale Wheels & Struts), a Model Incidence Meter, hinges, and a product review booklet listing many accessories and tools for the Scale modeler. For a copy of the How To Series, send $1 to Robart Mfg., P.O. Box 1247, St. Charles, IL 60174.
Featured Models
Profile scale models of the Henschel 123 and the F-82 Twin Mustang pictured this month are the work of Gary Hetrick, a member of the Orbiting Eagles of Omaha and of NASA (National Association of Scale Aeromodelers). The Twin Mustang is powered by two Fox .36 engines; the Henschel 123 has an Enya .29.
Gary took advantage of the one-inch-thick fuselage rule to recess the engine, improving the models' appearance. The models were built from plans found in MAN and Flying Models. Photos were submitted by Bob Furr, also of the Orbiting Eagles.
Contest Activity
For modelers in the Denver, Colorado area, the Rocky Mountain Aeromodellers will hold their annual two-day contest September 4–5, 1994. Sport and Profile Scale will be among the events offered. There will be a barbecue on Saturday night. For contest details, contact Gerald Deneeau, 6464 South Andes Place, Aurora, CO 80016.
Code One
Code One magazine (a registered trademark of the Lockheed Corporation) is published by the Lockheed Fort Worth Company. It contains stories and photographs of Lockheed’s jet aircraft. Those interested in jet modeling—particularly Lockheed aircraft—may want to subscribe.
Subscriptions are available for $12. Send your name and address with payment to: Code One magazine, Mail Zone 1793, Lockheed Fort Worth Company, P.O. Box 748, Fort Worth, TX 76101.
Please send ideas, notices of upcoming CL Scale events, contest reports, and especially photos of CL Scale activity to me at the address at the very top of this column.
Transcribed from original scans by AI. Minor OCR errors may remain.
