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RE: P-40E Warhawk - Advice
If you want it to look like this then glass it and paint it. This was painted with Latex and fuel proofed with automotive clearcoat flattened with an automotive flatting agent. Ed S [IMG]http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w138/EdSmith_2007/P40Finished002.jpg[/IMG]
Posted on: 8/18/2012 6:34 PM by Author "Ed Smith"
in the forum "Kit Building"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11198227
RE: glassing question
I use "MGS" epoxy available from Aircraft Spruce and Specialty and other suppliers. It comes with two hardeners, fast (app 1 Hour) slow (app 5 hours) hardeners can be mixed for a custom cure time. ED S
Posted on: 5/11/2012 1:40 PM by Author "Ed Smith"
in the forum "Composites Fabrication And Repair"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11077224
RE: Brush cleaners from resins
I buy cheap brushes in bulk packets. throw them away after use. Cheaper than the thinners necessary to clean them. Ed S
Posted on: 5/11/2012 1:36 PM by Author "Ed Smith"
in the forum "Composites Fabrication And Repair"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11077218
RE: Wing Tube Fastening
The picture shows a typical wing attachment method. The wing slides on to a tube going across the fuselage. The wing tube hole is clearly seen. The black pins locate the wing at the correct incidence. Two 10-24 button head socket screws screw into blind nuts and hold the wing tight against the fuselage sides. This wing is for a 100 mph plus Pylon Racer. Ed S
Posted on: 4/7/2012 5:36 AM by Author "Ed Smith"
in the forum "Questions and Answers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11031684
RE: Ultracote question/technique
I do not know how the "Hiccup" happened, maybe the liquid lunch was to blame. Anyway, all white covering first, then the colour. Some of the colour very craftily covered up seams of the white! Bottom of the wings and tail, red and white chequer board, great big squares. Ed s
Posted on: 4/5/2012 3:58 PM by Author "Ed Smith"
in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11029882
RE: Ultracote question/technique
All Ultracoat. As said before, iron wearing sock at about 250deg. Ed S
Posted on: 4/5/2012 9:27 AM by Author "Ed Smith"
in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11029357
RE: Ultracote question/technique
All Ultracoat. As said before, iron wearing sock at about 250deg. Ed S
Posted on: 4/5/2012 9:24 AM by Author "Ed Smith"
in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11029354
RE: Engine Test Stand
Universal, free standing, no need to clamp it to picnic tables or chairs. Throttle control is a long wire pushrod with a clevis at the engine end and an elastic band at the other wrapped around the pipe support, very simple. Ed S [IMG]http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w138/EdSmith_2007/DCP_3346-1.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w138/EdSmith_2007/DCP_3345-1.jpg[/IMG]
Posted on: 4/5/2012 9:17 AM by Author "Ed Smith"
in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11029349
RE: Spraying latex
;flatting" agent was added to the clear to remove the gloss. Ed S [IMG]http://i175.photobucket.com
Posted on: 4/5/2012 9:09 AM by Author "Ed Smith"
in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11029339
RE: Wanna make mold of this cowl, how?
Thanks, [quote]How come you don't trim excess glass in the mold?? [/quote] The molds were made from the plastic parts in the kit. The plastic had excess material around the edges. So I left it on when I made the molds. I knew then that I would have enough solid glass to ensure a fit at the joints. [IMG]http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w138/EdSmith_2007/P40Primer1.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w138/EdSmith_2007/P40Finished003.jpg[/IMG]
Posted on: 4/1/2012 11:35 AM by Author "Ed Smith"
in the forum "Composites Fabrication And Repair"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11023793
RE: Wanna make mold of this cowl, how?
Props4ever, If you would like to take a drive to Brantford, Ontario. (45 minutes from Mississauga) I could give you a complete rundown with examples, of procedure and materials to complete your project. [IMG]http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w138/EdSmith_2007/P40GLASS.jpg[/IMG] Ed S
Posted on: 4/1/2012 8:29 AM by Author "Ed Smith"
in the forum "Composites Fabrication And Repair"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11023596
RE: Test Stand
Make your own. Self contained, Free standing, take it anywhere. Ed s
Posted on: 3/30/2012 8:16 AM by Author "Ed Smith"
in the forum "Glow Engines"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11021075
RE: FINALLY got engine to start- cant get it to work right for anything
[quote]I can also see what appears to be a crack on the rear face of the driver, probably caused by the destruction of the flat inside the driver. [/quote] The tapered collet is stuck in the prop driver. The "Crack" is the split in the collet. Pointless me adding any more to this subject. Ed s
Posted on: 3/29/2012 12:50 PM by Author "Ed Smith"
in the forum "Questions and Answers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11020117
RE: soldering
[quote]When rigging an aircraft, are solder on clevis's on the control linkage a safe bet? [/quote] No. Solder can break loose. I never solder control surface pushrods. Zee bend at the servo end, nylon clevis at the other end. Ed S
Posted on: 3/29/2012 12:26 PM by Author "Ed Smith"
in the forum "Questions and Answers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11020095
RE: Super Tigre .61 not drawing fuel, HELP ?
I totaly agree with Pylonracr. Before I put any engine in any airplane I set it up on a test stand. If it does not run properly on the test stand then the fault is in the engine. If it runs properly on the stand but not in the airplane then it is the airplane setup that is faulty. Simple is it not? Ed S [IMG]http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w138/EdSmith_2007/DCP_3346.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http
Posted on: 3/18/2012 10:09 AM by Author "Ed Smith"
in the forum "Questions and Answers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=11005517
RE: Glasing question
It is a finishing issue not a solely structural matter. With plastic coverings the range of colours is determined by what is available from the manufacturers. With paint, the range and effects of colours is determined by ones endless imagination. E.G "Shading/Blending," finishing around compound curves. Ed S
Posted on: 3/12/2012 6:15 AM by Author "Ed Smith"
in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10996696
RE: I can't get this new engine to start for anything
What fuel are you using? Ed S
Posted on: 3/7/2012 6:45 AM by Author "Ed Smith"
in the forum "Questions and Answers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10989840
RE: How to adjust high and low speed needle valve on Evolution .46?
Assuming no crash damage, and the engine/tank position is correct. Screw the idle control all the way in. Now you know it is in the wrong position. There is only one way to turn it to correct it. Start the engine and set it at just below max rpm. Adjust the idle screw a turn at a time to set the idle speed. When it looks as if it is getting close adjust with lesser amounts. Ed S
Posted on: 3/7/2012 6:42 AM by Author "Ed Smith"
in the forum "Questions and Answers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10989836
RE: 2.4 Binding?
signal. Hope this helps. Ed S
Posted on: 3/4/2012 6:26 AM by Author "Ed Smith"
in the forum "Questions and Answers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10985871
RE: V-Tail surface movements
Here is an easy foolproof way to determine correct movement. Looking at the rear of the airplane, position either one of the tail surfaces vertical, just like a regular "Fin". Give right or left TX input and the elevator should match the TX input. Ed s
Posted on: 3/3/2012 6:50 AM by Author "Ed Smith"
in the forum "General Racing Discussion"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10984769
RE: How to cut wing ribs
If they are all the same then make an accurate ply template and cut around it. So simple, easy and inexpensive. Ed s
Posted on: 2/23/2012 12:49 PM by Author "Ed Smith"
in the forum "Questions and Answers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10972499
RE: NMPRA Forums
[quote]RC Pylon Racing, the ultimate thrill, when sex and drugs just taint enough! [/quote] Actualy the full expression is "Pylon Racing, when sex, drugs and booze just aint enough"! Ed s
Posted on: 2/22/2012 4:26 PM by Author "Ed Smith"
in the forum "General Racing Discussion"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10971255
RE: 30 second countdown clock,anyone got some plans?
The clock will have to "Buzz" louder than the engine noise on the start line. If not the caller will not hear it and not know when to release the airplane. Ed s
Posted on: 2/21/2012 4:28 PM by Author "Ed Smith"
in the forum "Club 40"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10969806
RE: airbrush question
I have a very old one of the very basic cheap Badger airbrushes. I have sprayed latex paints amd the very expensive polyurethane automotive paints. All with equal succes. The green one is latex. The father gaudy display is Automotive paint. [IMG]http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w138/EdSmith_2007/cosmicwind006.jpg[/IMG]
Posted on: 2/20/2012 5:34 PM by Author "Ed Smith"
in the forum "Questions and Answers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10968253
RE: inverted issues NEED HELP
I have posted this many times. before I put any engine in any airplane I put it on a test stand and get the settings correct for the whole range of idle to full power. If the engine is then installed in the airplane and does not run properly it is not the engine, is it. Ed S
Posted on: 2/17/2012 5:16 AM by Author "Ed Smith"
in the forum "Questions and Answers"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10962910
RE: anyone put Ultracote over Ultracote.
Does this answer your question? Ed s
Posted on: 2/14/2012 3:14 PM by Author "Ed Smith"
in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10959055
RE: OS 91FS Help!
Oh Sure, loosen up the gummy stuff so it can move around and get stuck in the valves, springs and bearings. With a bit of luck it might even block the crankcase breather. Ed s
Posted on: 2/13/2012 5:40 AM by Author "Ed Smith"
in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10956623
RE: OS 91FS Help!
Take it apart and clean it. Ed s
Posted on: 2/12/2012 9:55 AM by Author "Ed Smith"
in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10955465
RE: Why me and why now?
You have experienced the "advantages" of cheap asian junk. In future use only socket fasteners manufactured by "Allen" or "Holo-krome" available from REPUTABLE Industrial suppliers. Ed s
Posted on: 2/8/2012 5:15 PM by Author "Ed Smith"
in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10950420
RE: Prepping for painting
Maybe I should have been more specific. As you stated, on thin sheet ( E.G. Bare Unglassed Wing Skins) the water in the compound will warp the wood. For glued in place balsa block as in Fuselages, no problem. Ed S
Posted on: 2/7/2012 5:45 AM by Author "Ed Smith"
in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10947809
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