RE: LITTLE TOOT BIPLANE
There's two sources of plans that I'm aware of: Bob Holman carries the plans for a 38% version by Bob Morse (Mammoth Scale Plans) and Tommy Meyers (son of the Little Toot's designer) carries a 1/4 scale version. The attched pics are of the model I built from the Bob Morse plans. Wingspan is 87", weight 32 lbs and is powered by a Zenoah GT-80. The cowl and pants are still available from Paul Steiner (contact info is on the plans). While the Morse plans were easy to build from, the wing incidences shown have way too much positive angle. I rigged mine with the bottom wing at 0, top wing +1 and stab at 0 and it flies great. The plane is a blast to fly and always gets a lot of attention at the field.
Posted on: 10/25/2010 9:23 PM by Author "Homepylon" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: Gibbs Ziroli 94
I usually use threaded rods on both ends of the pushrod, secured with jam nuts. I'm not a big fan of solder joints on an elevator linkage.
Posted on: 4/17/2010 2:09 PM by Author "Homepylon" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: Gibbs Ziroli 94
Hi Barry: I'm the builder of morpower's P-40 pictured above. I planked the filets per the plan, then added a coat of Stits Super-Fil epoxy putty to get the final shape. Here's a few pics that may help. Brad
Posted on: 4/15/2010 11:57 PM by Author "Homepylon" in the forum "RC Warbirds and Warplanes"
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RE: One Eighth Air Force scale fun fly pics
Here's a few of my pics. Many thanks to OEAF and Arizona Model Aviators for putting on such an outstanding event. This was my second year and the event just keeps getting better (and bigger).
Posted on: 10/27/2009 2:20 PM by Author "Homepylon" in the forum "Events, Shows and Fun Fly's - Airplanes"
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RE: Super Decathlon VS. Taylorcraft
Can't go wrong with a CW T-Craft. Here's mine. Built from Bob Nelitz plans at 33%. 112" wingspan, 32 pounds, 3W 78 twin for power. It is an absolute joy to fly.
Posted on: 7/16/2009 12:14 AM by Author "Homepylon" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: COX WINGS 27% PITTS M12 ARF 50cc
[quote]ORIGINAL: mrbigg What prop you running with the G62? 22x10 XOAR
Posted on: 10/19/2008 11:46 PM by Author "Homepylon" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: Gary Allen 33% Bücker Jungmeister
Hi Roger: Gary at getstencils.com did all my masks. They were superb. Unfortunately I don't think he's doing paint masks anymore. Shame, as he did nice work at affordable prices. The mask material you describe sounds like the same stuff I used. Be sure it has a low tack adhesive that does not leave a residue. My biggest gripe with frisket paper is the residue left behind. The trick to getting a good result is to seal the mask's edges with the base coat color and apply really light coats. I used my airbrush and just misted on coats.
Posted on: 9/17/2008 6:22 PM by Author "Homepylon" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: Gary Allen 33% Bücker Jungmeister
Hi Rabacon: I used paint masks on my Jungie for most of the graphics and am happy with the results. It takes a bit longer but you get an exact color match and no problem going over surface detail. Good luck with yours. Brad
Posted on: 9/17/2008 2:56 PM by Author "Homepylon" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: Gary Allen 33% Bücker Jungmeister
Thanks, guys. I'm sure glad she's back in the air. Ken: I started with a 5/32 tailwheel strut and have not had problems with bending. I used a nose wheel mount, bolted to a plywood former. What I have had problems with is the linkage. I use a separate servo for the tailwheel and originally used nyrod and 1/16 music wire for the linkage. Way too light, always bending. During the re-build I installed a pull/pull cable setup using Proctor flying wire cable. Worked OK for about 6 flights and then the cable failed at the tiller arm. I'm now using Kevlar cable. We'll see how this holds up. The tailwheel really takes a beating, and gets stressed pretty good during landing. Jerry: Welcome to the thread. I used the AZM short kit for my Jungie and would not do so again. The wood and cutting was mediocre, plans are basically worthless, and they sent the wrong size tires. The cowl and fenders were OK, but for the re-build I used a cowl from Precision Fiberglass that I found to be more accurate in outline. Speaking of wheels and tires, I've installed a set of Dubro 1/3 scale Cub wheels and I can really tell a difference in ground handling. Much easier to keep her off the wingtips during landing rollout, plus they look a heck of a lot better than the Sullivan Sky-Lites I had on the model. I did have to make new fender mounts that are bowed slightly to clear the fat Cub tires. Hope all you guys continue to enjoy the Jungmeister. Brad
Posted on: 6/18/2008 5:38 PM by Author "Homepylon" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: Gary Allen 33% Bücker Jungmeister
Hi Roger: I had an opportunity to re-build/re-cover my Jungie last year. A combination of an overly rich carb setting and too much smoke oil caused the engine to quit. Trying to stretch the glide to get to the runway resulted in a stall/spin.[8|] The good news is that it's back flying with a new paint scheme that I like better than Yadven's. I normally don't rebuild after a heavy crash, but the Jungie is just too good to give up on. Hope all goes well with your maiden flight
Posted on: 6/17/2008 12:35 PM by Author "Homepylon" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: need some help with Sig Cub/1.60twin cowl
Here's mine. I used a fiberglass cowl from Stans and cut in half as shown. Secured to the fuselage with #2 screws. You'll love the Cub with this engine. Great flier with a very cool sound.
Posted on: 11/4/2007 12:15 AM by Author "Homepylon" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
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RE: COX WINGS 27% PITTS M12 ARF 50cc
I sure don't think it's a dog. I've got about 20 flights on mine with a G-62 and really like the way the model flies and looks. I don't do 3D so can't comment on hover, blender, etc capabilities, but it definitely flies scale-like Pitts manuvers. The G-62 is more than enough power, a 50cc engine would probably be best choice for power/weight. Problems encountered so far: - The clevis's supplied for the flying wires and tail braces are junk. The threads strip when tightened. - The holes in the metal standoffs that the tail bracing wires attach to are way too big and allow excessive play. - The front of the cowl is beginning to show small cracks developing around the edge. I've reinforced with FG cloth and resin. - The top of the firewall has delaminated slightly. I've reinforced the area with epoxy and wood screws. This seems to be holding up fine. Overall, I think the Pitts is a pretty good model and worth the price. Hope this helps
Posted on: 10/20/2007 2:59 PM by Author "Homepylon" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: 2007 US SCALE MASTERS CHAMPIONSHIPS
few more. The full scale Beech 18 did a first class buzz job, including an aileron roll (!).
Posted on: 10/14/2007 8:53 PM by Author "Homepylon" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
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RE: 2007 US SCALE MASTERS CHAMPIONSHIPS
more....
Posted on: 10/14/2007 8:46 PM by Author "Homepylon" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
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RE: 2007 US SCALE MASTERS CHAMPIONSHIPS
Here's some pics from Saturday. Heard today that Dennis Crooks took all the marbles in Expert with his P-38.
Posted on: 10/14/2007 8:44 PM by Author "Homepylon" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
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RE: Lets see your Cubs!
Here's mine. SIG 1/4 scale CW. OS-FT160 twin. Robart gear. Stits finish. Great flying model that was unfortunately lost in a mid-air.[:o]
Posted on: 9/3/2007 7:41 PM by Author "Homepylon" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Jim Pepino's YMF-5 Waco
Looking GOOD, Ken. Your filets came out nice. Brad
Posted on: 7/24/2007 12:51 AM by Author "Homepylon" in the forum "Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD"
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RE: Jim Pepino's YMF-5 Waco
Hi Ken: You might want to consider using Super-Fill from Stitts for the fillets. It's a very lightweight epoxy putty that sands and shapes easily when cured. I used it on my Ziroli P-40, applied over a 1/64 ply base. Brad
Posted on: 5/26/2007 2:56 PM by Author "Homepylon" in the forum "Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD"
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RE: Jim Pepino's YMF-5 Waco
Hi Ken: I'm interested! Please keep posting. I have the plans, cowl, and pants, but kinda wanted to see yours go together first. Brad
Posted on: 5/26/2007 12:02 AM by Author "Homepylon" in the forum "Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD"
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RE: G62
Hi Pete: I've got a new G-62 with CH Ignition in a 1/3 scale Jungmeister bipe and the characteristcs you describe are the same as I've encountered. I ended up mounting my dummy engine with small brass brackets and 1-72 bolts in addition to epoxy putty. This seems to be holding up OK. The engine does shake quite a bit around 4500, but other than loosening the dummy engine it hasn't been a problem. You should be fine with a 24 ounce tank. I put a 32 in the Jungie and am always landing with about a third of a tank left after a 15 minute flight at various power settings. I think the G-62 is pretty good value for the money. It sure hauls around my 30lb bipe with authority. I'm running a 22x10 XOAR prop. Started with a Zinger (big mistake) and can't believe the difference with the XOAR. I'm getting 6300rpm with about a gallon and half burned so far. Everyone at the field says I should be getting 7k, but I think the engine needs more running time. Good luck with your Corsair Brad
Posted on: 5/18/2007 12:26 AM by Author "Homepylon" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: lets see your ww1 biplane!!
Here's mine Proctor Neiuport 28 and a Duncan Hutson SE-5
Posted on: 5/3/2007 12:33 AM by Author "Homepylon" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
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RE: Sepulveda Basin
Thanks Joe. You're making me blush [sm=eek.gif] Billy, it's easy to twist a wing panel when rigging a bipe. The Jungie had a one degree twist in the upper left wing panel that I was able to remove by adjusting the flying and landing wires. I use two incidence meters and you can easily see and adjust the twist. Once they're set they don't require much adjustment. Brad
Posted on: 4/19/2007 12:50 AM by Author "Homepylon" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: Gary Allen 33% Bücker Jungmeister
Thanks guys Alpal: The model weighs 30 lbs dry. A little heavier than I had planned, but the model flies great. You can slow it waaaay down for landing with no fear of snapping. It stalls at a ridiculously slow speed. The nose just drops, ease off on the elevator and it's flying again. Rabacon: It balances right where Gary shows on the plans. Hangs level at that point. I like the CG where it is. I didn't need any trim changes, inverted flight is fine, and as stated above slow flight is a no-brainer. Ken: Yep that's me kneeling. We managed three flights yesterday and if today's stupid wind will go away we'll be out again soon. I'm anxious to try the smoke system. Kellermann: Nice Jungie. I had a Pica years ago and it was a great flier. Sure wish their kits were still available. Take care Brad
Posted on: 4/18/2007 8:56 PM by Author "Homepylon" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: Gary Allen 33% Bücker Jungmeister
Hi Guys: We finally got the Jungie in the air yesterday. What a great flying Bipe! Rolls like it was on rails and flies inverted with very little down required. Loops nicely with power to spare. I was worried about the all up weight, but the model handled it really well. Thanks again Ken for posting all the helpful building hints and tips. Brad
Posted on: 4/18/2007 4:23 PM by Author "Homepylon" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: Sepulveda Basin
Thanks so much, guys. It was a good day[:D] Philo: Yep the flying wires are the only support for the wings. Sounds a little scary, but the structure is very strong. I'm running a G-62 with CH ignition. Even with a rich top end, there was plenty of power. The motor really came to life on the second flight. Don't know why other than it's beginning to break in. Outsidder: Balancing the prop properly took care of a lot of the shaking. I still get a pretty good vibration around 2200 rpm but it smoothes out as power is advanced. SD: Thanks again for all the help yesterday. Brad
Posted on: 4/18/2007 4:06 PM by Author "Homepylon" in the forum "The Clubhouse"
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RE: Jim Pepino's YMF-5 Waco
Hi Ken: The angle stock from Evergreen is perfect for corrugations. I used it on my Little Toot bipe for the rudder and elevator. It's worth tracking down a source. I got mine at a model railroad shop. Continued good luck with your WACO and keep posting! Brad
Posted on: 4/7/2007 7:43 PM by Author "Homepylon" in the forum "Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD"
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RE: Gary Allen 33% Bücker Jungmeister
Hi Rabacon: I made the collector ring and exhaust pipes using Micro-Mark's resin casting kit. It's a bit of work, but not hard to do. Yeah the X on the rudder is kinda nutty. Maybe the world's largest "no push" warning??? Here's LG01 that Ken mentioned. I really like this scheme. Attractive and fairly easy to do. N1881 is cool, but A LOT of work. I think if I were to build another Jungie, I'd go with LG01. Brad
Posted on: 4/4/2007 3:13 PM by Author "Homepylon" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: Gary Allen 33% Bücker Jungmeister
Thanks, Rabacon. The dummy engine is from AeroTech. I cast the exhaust collector ring and pipes from resin. Attached is a paint scheme you might like. I think the plane is based in the UK. Ken: AirborneMedia.com has a complete photo layout of the WACO. Really exceptional, detailed high-res images of the entire plane. Comes on a CD for $15. Despite all the inaccuracies in the plans, I went ahead and ordered up the cowl and pants. [8|] Brad
Posted on: 4/3/2007 8:07 PM by Author "Homepylon" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: Gary Allen 33% Bücker Jungmeister
Thanks, Ken I'm planning on flying it next week. How's the WACO coming? I have the same plans and have been following your thread. After working from Gary's Jungie plans, the Pepino drawings are a real disappointment. I did however find an absolutely gorgeous paint scheme. Brad
Posted on: 4/2/2007 11:36 PM by Author "Homepylon" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: Gary Allen 33% Bücker Jungmeister
Hi guys: Mine is about ready to go. I've hit a bit of a snag with the engine. Ran it up last week and the low speed vibration was just horrible. Wings and tail shaking like you wouldn't believe. I had balanced the prop, but only in the horizontal. Searched good ol' RCU and found some threads relating to balancing the hub as well as the tips. The prop was waaaay out of balance in the vertical. I have now balanced it properly. Hopefully, that will cure the shakes. All up weight came out at 30 lbs. I was shooting for 28, but just had to add a smoke system and I think this pushed me past my target. The good news is I didn't have to add any ballast. Hope all your projects are progressing well. Take care Brad
Posted on: 4/2/2007 6:00 PM by Author "Homepylon" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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