https://rotorwayforums.com/ Mon, 01 Jun 2026 21:21:12 +0000 MyBB https://rotorwayforums.com/thread-113.html Sat, 30 May 2026 00:14:27 -0500 Lyle Swallows]]> https://rotorwayforums.com/thread-113.html
my cyclic control tube is out and i am repainting it. this is something i was curious if anyone has this implemented on their ship or has anyone gotten annoyed with the lateral cyclic travel?

i'm inclined to keep it to print unless i am cramming the cyclic into my legs.

maybe i should just modify my flying and not slip as much or stick to traveling where my nose is haha.]]>
my cyclic control tube is out and i am repainting it. this is something i was curious if anyone has this implemented on their ship or has anyone gotten annoyed with the lateral cyclic travel?

i'm inclined to keep it to print unless i am cramming the cyclic into my legs.

maybe i should just modify my flying and not slip as much or stick to traveling where my nose is haha.]]> https://rotorwayforums.com/thread-112.html Wed, 27 May 2026 02:48:10 -0500 Lyle Swallows]]> https://rotorwayforums.com/thread-112.html
when responding to a message it automatically quotes the previous message including previous quoted messages. i tend to highlight and delete which is painful and slow. i havnt found a button to hit that will remove the quoted message. is this something that i am missing or can be changed?]]>
when responding to a message it automatically quotes the previous message including previous quoted messages. i tend to highlight and delete which is painful and slow. i havnt found a button to hit that will remove the quoted message. is this something that i am missing or can be changed?]]> https://rotorwayforums.com/thread-111.html Mon, 25 May 2026 18:51:43 -0500 Lyle Swallows]]> https://rotorwayforums.com/thread-111.html for fault protection and redundancy reasons i still want the alternator to be in parallel so if the battery becomes disconnected in flight the alternator is still producing a charge.

in my head this sounds simple enough, i'm curious who is actually utilizing a master.]]> for fault protection and redundancy reasons i still want the alternator to be in parallel so if the battery becomes disconnected in flight the alternator is still producing a charge.

in my head this sounds simple enough, i'm curious who is actually utilizing a master.]]> https://rotorwayforums.com/thread-110.html Mon, 25 May 2026 18:51:18 -0500 Graeme Smith]]> https://rotorwayforums.com/thread-110.html
I could not find the thread that showed a damaged tail rotor slider end support so I will start this.

 Some 20 years ago I was the RW rep here in Australia, during that time I found that after the tail rotor slider rails had been installed and the boom skin cut out to clear the pitch control mechanism that the weight of the tail rotor itself, (without the supporting boom skin,) flexed the slider rail down somewhat and thus allowed the tail rotor to have some up and down movement, I considered that was an undesirable issue so I came up with this simple mod. I cannot be sure if any up down play was in the post that showed the damaged vertical aluminium tensioner support but with that small up down play exasperated with maybe a slightly out of perfect balance of the blades, could be the cause of the failure, certainly over tightening the belts would not help and the looseness of the slider to rail without this mod would also be a contributing reason for the failure. 

It is a simple left and right 3/16"rod ends with a left right centre threaded shaft, the hooks themselves were Stainless steel. 
All that this mod was doing is closing the gap between the rail and bearing slider so there was no up / down play, Once that was adjusted there was no need to loosen it for subsequent belt tensioner as it would slide along with the bearing plate. I put them on both sides I thought

it prudent]]>
I could not find the thread that showed a damaged tail rotor slider end support so I will start this.

 Some 20 years ago I was the RW rep here in Australia, during that time I found that after the tail rotor slider rails had been installed and the boom skin cut out to clear the pitch control mechanism that the weight of the tail rotor itself, (without the supporting boom skin,) flexed the slider rail down somewhat and thus allowed the tail rotor to have some up and down movement, I considered that was an undesirable issue so I came up with this simple mod. I cannot be sure if any up down play was in the post that showed the damaged vertical aluminium tensioner support but with that small up down play exasperated with maybe a slightly out of perfect balance of the blades, could be the cause of the failure, certainly over tightening the belts would not help and the looseness of the slider to rail without this mod would also be a contributing reason for the failure. 

It is a simple left and right 3/16"rod ends with a left right centre threaded shaft, the hooks themselves were Stainless steel. 
All that this mod was doing is closing the gap between the rail and bearing slider so there was no up / down play, Once that was adjusted there was no need to loosen it for subsequent belt tensioner as it would slide along with the bearing plate. I put them on both sides I thought

it prudent]]> https://rotorwayforums.com/thread-108.html Sun, 24 May 2026 08:51:45 -0500 Sam Oliver]]> https://rotorwayforums.com/thread-108.html  .   Posted it here in PDF and Excel for those who would want to modify it for your particular application.   Thanks Noel.

Sam

  Condition Insp Talon.pdf (Size: 148.55 KB / Downloads: 7)

  Condition Insp Talon.xlsx (Size: 23.54 KB / Downloads: 5) ]]>  .   Posted it here in PDF and Excel for those who would want to modify it for your particular application.   Thanks Noel.

Sam

  Condition Insp Talon.pdf (Size: 148.55 KB / Downloads: 7)

  Condition Insp Talon.xlsx (Size: 23.54 KB / Downloads: 5) ]]> https://rotorwayforums.com/thread-107.html Thu, 21 May 2026 15:51:52 -0500 Robin Scalzo]]> https://rotorwayforums.com/thread-107.html I will also extend free shipping in the USA on TR belts for the May Hay Day Event till the end of the month.

Please contact me
RobinWay LLC
480-318-1229
robinwayparts@gmail.com
www.robinwayparts.com]]> I will also extend free shipping in the USA on TR belts for the May Hay Day Event till the end of the month.

Please contact me
RobinWay LLC
480-318-1229
robinwayparts@gmail.com
www.robinwayparts.com]]> https://rotorwayforums.com/thread-106.html Tue, 19 May 2026 23:36:05 -0500 Lyle Swallows]]> https://rotorwayforums.com/thread-106.html
Graeme i understand you're looking to get a few sets machined down there in OZ, these are small enough shipping would be doable so i'll be interested in a set if you ever get around to it!]]>
Graeme i understand you're looking to get a few sets machined down there in OZ, these are small enough shipping would be doable so i'll be interested in a set if you ever get around to it!]]> https://rotorwayforums.com/thread-105.html Tue, 19 May 2026 16:45:09 -0500 Jared Hartzell]]> https://rotorwayforums.com/thread-105.html
I've seen some forums use this kind of system before and I think it's much cleaner/more fun. It's going to be a pretty large update to overhaul the old system, so I'd like some opinions on whether this would be preferred or not?]]>
I've seen some forums use this kind of system before and I think it's much cleaner/more fun. It's going to be a pretty large update to overhaul the old system, so I'd like some opinions on whether this would be preferred or not?]]> https://rotorwayforums.com/thread-104.html Mon, 18 May 2026 17:16:36 -0500 Chris Breja]]> https://rotorwayforums.com/thread-104.html
Chris Breja
RW Maintenance Parts
10625 W. Chisholm Ct.
Sun City, Az 85373

rwfactoryrecommendedparts@gmail.com
480=215=1471]]>
Chris Breja
RW Maintenance Parts
10625 W. Chisholm Ct.
Sun City, Az 85373

rwfactoryrecommendedparts@gmail.com
480=215=1471]]> https://rotorwayforums.com/thread-103.html Mon, 18 May 2026 12:11:31 -0500 Jared Hartzell]]> https://rotorwayforums.com/thread-103.html
Note: You may see warnings from YouTube/Google asking whether you trust this website because the upload feature uses Google’s YouTube API and requires you to authorize access through your own YouTube account. I’m still working on getting the forum fully verified with Google, so hopefully that warning will no longer appear in the future.
 
Disclaimer: To be clear, the forum does not receive or store your Google/YouTube password. Authorization is handled through Google, and the forum only receives the limited permission needed to upload the video through YouTube’s API. Your personal login credentials are not stored by this website!

Login to the forum with your phone and try to upload any short video (helicopters preferred, of course!) and/or try it from your computer as well. Let me know if you run into any issues! If I see videos posted in the replies, I will know it's working good on your end!

Thank you in advance.]]>
Note: You may see warnings from YouTube/Google asking whether you trust this website because the upload feature uses Google’s YouTube API and requires you to authorize access through your own YouTube account. I’m still working on getting the forum fully verified with Google, so hopefully that warning will no longer appear in the future.
 
Disclaimer: To be clear, the forum does not receive or store your Google/YouTube password. Authorization is handled through Google, and the forum only receives the limited permission needed to upload the video through YouTube’s API. Your personal login credentials are not stored by this website!

Login to the forum with your phone and try to upload any short video (helicopters preferred, of course!) and/or try it from your computer as well. Let me know if you run into any issues! If I see videos posted in the replies, I will know it's working good on your end!

Thank you in advance.]]> https://rotorwayforums.com/thread-102.html Mon, 18 May 2026 01:06:49 -0500 Jared Hartzell]]> https://rotorwayforums.com/thread-102.html service bulletins page has been added to the Rotorway Documents section. This page allows users to search applicable service bulletins based on helicopter model characteristics, serial number, production year, and selected factory modifications.

Since there are currently 86 total bulletins, each with different applicability criteria, there is a good chance I may have missed or miscategorized something (or many things) during the sorting process. I have spent many hours testing, revising, and refining the logic, generally leaning toward more conservative results when there was any uncertainty.
 
I have also run the data through AI-assisted testing tools, and the system appears to pass all current checks. However, errors are still possible. If you notice any bugs, incorrect categorization, or questionable search results, please notify me as soon as possible so I can review and make the necessary adjustments, thank you!]]> service bulletins page has been added to the Rotorway Documents section. This page allows users to search applicable service bulletins based on helicopter model characteristics, serial number, production year, and selected factory modifications.

Since there are currently 86 total bulletins, each with different applicability criteria, there is a good chance I may have missed or miscategorized something (or many things) during the sorting process. I have spent many hours testing, revising, and refining the logic, generally leaning toward more conservative results when there was any uncertainty.
 
I have also run the data through AI-assisted testing tools, and the system appears to pass all current checks. However, errors are still possible. If you notice any bugs, incorrect categorization, or questionable search results, please notify me as soon as possible so I can review and make the necessary adjustments, thank you!]]> https://rotorwayforums.com/thread-101.html Sun, 17 May 2026 21:11:06 -0500 Jared Hartzell]]> https://rotorwayforums.com/thread-101.html Updates completed (5-18-2026):

• Added Donation / Expenses Page log viewable to all activated registered users for transparency, located on the Donate page.
  

Updates completed (5-17-2026):

• Added "Inbox" , "Rotorway Documents" , "Orv's Rotorway Tips" , "Donate" buttons to the upper-right area of the forum for greater visibility and easier access.
  
• Added Rotorway Service Bulletins to the Rotorway Documents page, with a fully integrated search feature. A separate thread has been created to monitor accuracy.
  
• Added a recent posts widget to the forum homepage to display the 5 latest posts, prioritized by threads (to prevent duplicate threads from appearing).
  
• Added a new "Latest Posts" page to display 20 latest posts, rather than user-specific latest posts which can feel empty without enough activity.
  
• Removed the shoutbox.
  
• Removed 10 post requirement for the "Upload video to YouTube" button. Now, any registered user can utilize this tool to upload videos directly from their device.
  
• Fixed 404 error with "Next Oldest" thread button.
  
• Fixed the avatar size bug causing display issues of the user information in posts.
  
• Fixed the user information in posts clipping bug by removing the "Services Offered" section from posts, but the section will remain on individual user profile information.
  
• Updated the Dark Theme to inherit all changes.
  

]]> Updates completed (5-18-2026):

• Added Donation / Expenses Page log viewable to all activated registered users for transparency, located on the Donate page.
  

Updates completed (5-17-2026):

• Added "Inbox" , "Rotorway Documents" , "Orv's Rotorway Tips" , "Donate" buttons to the upper-right area of the forum for greater visibility and easier access.
  
• Added Rotorway Service Bulletins to the Rotorway Documents page, with a fully integrated search feature. A separate thread has been created to monitor accuracy.
  
• Added a recent posts widget to the forum homepage to display the 5 latest posts, prioritized by threads (to prevent duplicate threads from appearing).
  
• Added a new "Latest Posts" page to display 20 latest posts, rather than user-specific latest posts which can feel empty without enough activity.
  
• Removed the shoutbox.
  
• Removed 10 post requirement for the "Upload video to YouTube" button. Now, any registered user can utilize this tool to upload videos directly from their device.
  
• Fixed 404 error with "Next Oldest" thread button.
  
• Fixed the avatar size bug causing display issues of the user information in posts.
  
• Fixed the user information in posts clipping bug by removing the "Services Offered" section from posts, but the section will remain on individual user profile information.
  
• Updated the Dark Theme to inherit all changes.
  

]]> https://rotorwayforums.com/thread-100.html Sun, 17 May 2026 12:02:07 -0500 Jared Hartzell]]> https://rotorwayforums.com/thread-100.html Forum Activity Update Good morning everyone,
 
As many of you may have noticed, both this forum and ROG have been experiencing significant inactivity recently, with ROG also having periodic outages. Most of the current Rotorway-related discussion seems to be happening in Facebook groups, which is great for quick interaction, but unfortunately, Facebook does not preserve or organize technical information in the same way a dedicated forum can.
 
At this point, it seems there may be limited interest in utilizing a full-featured forum specifically for Rotorway helicopters. That said, my plan is to keep this forum active at least through the end of the year. If activity remains low over the coming months, I may consider expanding the forum into a broader experimental helicopter forum rather than keeping it focused exclusively on Rotorways. That would likely involve major changes, including the domain name, branding, logos, and overall structure of the site.
 

Upcoming Updates

 
Now that final exams are over, I have a more open schedule this week and plan to work on several of the more important forum updates. These include adding a button or link to Orv’s website in the forum header, removing the shoutbox, and replacing it with a custom “latest threads/posts” widget.

I also plan to remove the post-count requirement for special website features, such as the “upload video to YouTube” button, so those tools are more accessible to members.
 

May Giveaway

 
For the May giveaway, I’ll be running the winner-selection script at the end of this week. As a reminder, every post you create counts as one raffle ticket, and every new thread counts as two raffle tickets. There are only five days left to increase your odds.

The prizes this month will be simple Rotorway-related items such as T-shirts, coffee mugs, bottle openers, and similar small items. I would like to do helicopter parts giveaways in the future as well, but that will depend on how the forum develops over time.

Hope everyone had a great time at the latest gathering!]]> Forum Activity Update Good morning everyone,
 
As many of you may have noticed, both this forum and ROG have been experiencing significant inactivity recently, with ROG also having periodic outages. Most of the current Rotorway-related discussion seems to be happening in Facebook groups, which is great for quick interaction, but unfortunately, Facebook does not preserve or organize technical information in the same way a dedicated forum can.
 
At this point, it seems there may be limited interest in utilizing a full-featured forum specifically for Rotorway helicopters. That said, my plan is to keep this forum active at least through the end of the year. If activity remains low over the coming months, I may consider expanding the forum into a broader experimental helicopter forum rather than keeping it focused exclusively on Rotorways. That would likely involve major changes, including the domain name, branding, logos, and overall structure of the site.
 

Upcoming Updates

 
Now that final exams are over, I have a more open schedule this week and plan to work on several of the more important forum updates. These include adding a button or link to Orv’s website in the forum header, removing the shoutbox, and replacing it with a custom “latest threads/posts” widget.

I also plan to remove the post-count requirement for special website features, such as the “upload video to YouTube” button, so those tools are more accessible to members.
 

May Giveaway

 
For the May giveaway, I’ll be running the winner-selection script at the end of this week. As a reminder, every post you create counts as one raffle ticket, and every new thread counts as two raffle tickets. There are only five days left to increase your odds.

The prizes this month will be simple Rotorway-related items such as T-shirts, coffee mugs, bottle openers, and similar small items. I would like to do helicopter parts giveaways in the future as well, but that will depend on how the forum develops over time.

Hope everyone had a great time at the latest gathering!]]> https://rotorwayforums.com/thread-99.html Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:43:54 -0500 Tony stewart]]> https://rotorwayforums.com/thread-99.html https://rotorwayforums.com/thread-98.html Wed, 01 Apr 2026 07:02:56 -0500 Graeme Smith]]> https://rotorwayforums.com/thread-98.html the open spoke design, similar to the old chain cog allows the engine hot air to pass through it 
]]> the open spoke design, similar to the old chain cog allows the engine hot air to pass through it 
]]>