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Re: Rubber

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Has anybody found success with rubber sizes besides 3/32 and 1/8?
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well, I've heard that 5/32 works well when you need more power than a 3/32, but less than a 3/16
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Re: Rubber

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Yep, especially depending on how much torque is needed for your rotors. Last year for states, ours worked best with 5/32; too much torque with 3/16 but not enough with a 1/8.
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Silicone-based lube is what is best for use on rubber right?
I know for sure that WD-40 doesn't work, but I'm not sure as to what is the exact type.
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Use Armor all and put it in a cup and let it evaporate, so that all is left is mostly Si. making it more efficient.
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Re: Rubber

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Okay, cause I wanted to add that info to the Wiki, but I didn't want to provide false info
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k sight me as a source ;)
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Re: Rubber

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I can't believe there is no longer a maximum mass for motors! Has there ever not been a limit on rubber for any powered flight event (Wright Stuff)?
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Chia, you're joking about all these things right?! :o
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