Finally Got My Hands on a Model 5!!
I found this one on Craigslist! I managed to pick it up for $300! It came from a firehouse in Connecticut. It's made by Federal Electric. The model is RV37X. I'm not sure of the year. I haven't tried it yet but the guy I bought if from says it works. The rotor spins freely. The windings look like they're in good condition. I'm definitely going to restore it. I'm thinking of painting it CD Yellow. I never saw one up close, they're so much bigger than my Model 2s!!!
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Chicagosiren-hunters
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Re: Finally Got My Hands on a Model 5!!
Nice catch my friend! What color shall it be?
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Re: Finally Got My Hands on a Model 5!!
when did they switch to aluminum choppers?
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Re: Finally Got My Hands on a Model 5!!
Holy crap, it's single phase too. I wonder if this motor is the type that doesn't mind 120 volt growls. Jeb could probably tell you more about that motor and if some 120 volt growls are safe to do.
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Re: Finally Got My Hands on a Model 5!!
TurbopropPilot wrote:"I'm thinking of painting it CD Yellow" according to Tony.Chicagosiren-hunters wrote:Nice catch my friend! What color shall it be?
Wise choice! That color sure can grab attention!Proud owner of a Fedelcode Mach. 3 (dual rotor), Model 2, 3 A’s, 2 D’s, J, 76A, Interstate Machines F, Sparton 35, & Darley C987
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Daniel
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Re: Finally Got My Hands on a Model 5!!
Looks like an ancient heavy rotor model. It should have a nice, slow windup and wind down.
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Re: Finally Got My Hands on a Model 5!!
Great buy! CD yellow is always a good choice.
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