RE: epoxy mixing containers
I use "jello shot" cups from walmart for small amounts.
Posted on: 2/4/2012 3:22 PM by Author "Mods-R-Me" in the forum "Composites Fabrication And Repair"
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RE: Kingcat-Like Design and Build
://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h32/Mods-R-Me/Modkat/P4180001.jpg[/IMG][/center] Nothing much to this update... coats of wax [8D]. [center] [IMG]http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h32/Mods-R-Me/Modkat/P4180005.jpg[/IMG][/center] [center][IMG]http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h32/Mods-R-Me/Modkat/P4180003.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h32/Mods-R-Me/Modkat/P4180002.jpg[/IMG][/center] [u][b
Posted on: 4/18/2011 11:53 PM by Author "Mods-R-Me" in the forum "Extreme Speed Prop Planes"
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RE: Kingcat-Like Design and Build
://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h32/Mods-R-Me/Modkat/P4110023.jpg[/IMG] [/center] The canopy lines...://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h32/Mods-R-Me/Modkat/P4110011-1.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h32/Mods-R-Me/Modkat/P4110018.jpg[/IMG][/center] This was in case the tape moved and had... (figure 4). [center] [IMG]http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h32/Mods-R-Me/Modkat/P4110020.jpg[/IMG
Posted on: 4/18/2011 11:40 PM by Author "Mods-R-Me" in the forum "Extreme Speed Prop Planes"
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RE: Kingcat-Like Design and Build
[quote]ORIGINAL: reeseman9 The canopy looks to me to be more suited to the F-16 but it's your design. It'll look great either way. [/quote] Thanks for replying. I thought the same. Was hoping to get some input on this last week before painting them on but it seems that this thread has lost its mojo. I went with the F-16 canopy.
Posted on: 4/15/2011 7:35 PM by Author "Mods-R-Me" in the forum "Extreme Speed Prop Planes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10465341

RE: Kingcat-Like Design and Build
][image]http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h32/Mods-R-Me/Modkat/P4080026.jpg[/image][/center] The last...://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h32/Mods-R-Me/Modkat/P2270001.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h32/Mods-R-Me/Modkat/P2270004.jpg[/IMG][/center] Then, I used 0.25in dowels as alignment pins for the canopy... as receivers (figures 5 & 6). [center] [IMG]http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h32/Mods-R
Posted on: 4/8/2011 10:36 PM by Author "Mods-R-Me" in the forum "Extreme Speed Prop Planes"
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RE: Kingcat-Like Design and Build
[u][size=4]Fuse Plug #2.1-1 [/size][/u] Right Side's Done! [u] [b]What's Next?[/b][/u] 1. Machine the Fuse Right Side - [size=3][b][color=#CC3300]Check[/color][/b][/size] 2. Machine Both Sides of Canopy 3. Epoxy soak CNC'd parts 4. Join fuse and canopy halves 5. Spray light coat of primer and make small repairs 6. Make mold
Posted on: 2/23/2011 10:15 PM by Author "Mods-R-Me" in the forum "Extreme Speed Prop Planes"
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RE: Kingcat-Like Design and Build
[quote]Glad to see some progress again. I'm still on board and would love to get a kit when they are available. I wouldn't mind doing beta testing either [/quote] [quote]I am still onboard[/quote] Thanks for checking in guys. You're on the list. If you think this plane is cool, just wait to see my next design!
Posted on: 2/22/2011 6:26 PM by Author "Mods-R-Me" in the forum "Extreme Speed Prop Planes"
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RE: Kingcat-Like Design and Build
://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h32/Mods-R-Me/Modkat/P2210001.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h32/Mods-R...). Picked it up from Wal-Mart for $35.00. [IMG]http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h32/Mods-R-Me/Modkat/P2210003.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h32/Mods-R-Me/Modkat/P2210005.jpg[/IMG...]http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h32/Mods-R-Me/Modkat/P2210011.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http
Posted on: 2/22/2011 1:35 AM by Author "Mods-R-Me" in the forum "Extreme Speed Prop Planes"
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RE: Kingcat-Like Design and Build
[quote]ORIGINAL: LGM Graphix [quote]ORIGINAL: Mods-R-Me [size=3][b][u]Mods-R-Me's Official Return to RCU![/u][/b][/size] I don't know how many of you are still following this, but the CNC Machine is done. Here are a few shots of my new manufacturing base. Modkat construction will resume immediately with machining of the fuse plug. I am still debating on whether to go full composite
Posted on: 1/31/2011 9:26 AM by Author "Mods-R-Me" in the forum "Extreme Speed Prop Planes"
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RE: Kingcat-Like Design and Build
[size=3][b][u]Mods-R-Me's Official Return to RCU![/u][/b][/size] I don't know how many of you are still following this, but the CNC Machine is done. Here are a few shots of my new manufacturing base. Modkat construction will resume immediately with machining of the fuse plug. I am still debating on whether to go full composite or with the original plan of composite fuse and build-up
Posted on: 1/31/2011 12:38 AM by Author "Mods-R-Me" in the forum "Extreme Speed Prop Planes"
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RE: 1/6th A-6 Intruder Scratch Build
Love the build! A Joe2006 is a great machine. I love seeing the CAD -> CNC -> RC process. The swarf will become a problem during long cutting runs. Best thing I ever did for my machine is buying a dust shoe (see pic). You can make one pretty easy, I just didn't have a lot of time.
Posted on: 12/31/2010 12:44 AM by Author "Mods-R-Me" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10229102

RE: Kingcat-Like Design and Build
[quote]ORIGINAL: mshay [quote]ORIGINAL: LGM Graphix [quote]ORIGINAL: mshay so is the modcat done yet its been 3 years? [/quote] so.... did you read the last few posts to find out what he's been up to over the last 3 years? [/quote] nope but refer to my previous post, i asked is the modcat done? not what have you been up to the past 3 years. [/quote] CAD-wise the Modkat is done. What LGM is refering to is the CNC machine progress. I stopped building the fuse plug back in 07 to start building my CNC machine. The CNC machine will cut out the new plug once it is done. I've been toying around with the concept of going 100% composite (wings, fuse, booms, etc), but time will tell on that. The CNC machine is functionally done, but still have install a dust collector and twin air filters (I'm expecting a lot of dust from sanding). The plug will be made from bluecore foam covered with fiberglass and will be 100% CNC cut. Stay Tuned. Shouldn't be long now.
Posted on: 11/12/2010 5:39 PM by Author "Mods-R-Me" in the forum "Extreme Speed Prop Planes"
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RE: Kingcat-Like Design and Build
[quote]ORIGINAL: Mike2735 I just found this thread. All I can say is ''AWESOME.'' You have done some amazing work. I have tried my hand at designing planes. And I too, decided to build a cnc machine to cut my own parts. This thread just gives me more inspiration. Keep up the good work. Looking forward to more updates. [/quote] Thanks. I'm willing to help if you need it. Are you a member of cnczone.com? _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ It has been almost four years since my last "Modkat" related post, but that will change soon.......My machine is just about done. Still have to do a few odds and ends to seal everything up, but that won't take more than a few weeks. I'm shooting for late November as my "official" return to RCU. For those of you who have been waiting; thank you for your patience. Kelvin
Posted on: 10/24/2010 5:09 PM by Author "Mods-R-Me" in the forum "Extreme Speed Prop Planes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10091052

RE: Kingcat-Like Design and Build
[quote]ORIGINAL: smoknrv4 Hey Mods did you ever finish that AKM su 27, I would like to find out how the stabilators worked.:D [/quote] Not yet. I put all of my projects on hold until the CNC machine is done. PS. If you think the flanker was cool you should see what I'm going to build after it's done [;)] .
Posted on: 9/16/2010 1:42 AM by Author "Mods-R-Me" in the forum "Extreme Speed Prop Planes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10005778

RE: Kingcat-Like Design and Build
[quote]ORIGINAL: LGM Graphix So......... any progress with this one or is it dead in the water? :( I hope all the crappy chinese bobcat copies haven't put this one on the shelf, a nice quality one like it looks like you're doing would be awesome. [/quote] Not dead, just hibernating :). The cnc machine is just about done. Had major set back last month when the nema 34 steppers were locking up. Had to convert my motors to AC servos ($1000+). Here's a pics of where I'm at now. I can update the machine progress here if you want? Anyone interested in DIY CNC?
Posted on: 9/13/2010 9:03 PM by Author "Mods-R-Me" in the forum "Extreme Speed Prop Planes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10000165

RE: Finished CNC build for Composite Molds!
Nice Machine. Just signing up.
Posted on: 4/27/2010 7:02 PM by Author "Mods-R-Me" in the forum "Composites Fabrication And Repair"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9693599

RE: Kingcat-Like Design and Build
[quote]ORIGINAL: mcdonald77 Kelvin, Any updates? [/quote] And I thought no one cared anymore, thanks guys [:D]. All major machining has been accomplished and all that remains is: finishing the enclosure, hooking up the electronics, and installing the spindle. Shouldn't be too long low.
Posted on: 1/10/2010 4:09 PM by Author "Mods-R-Me" in the forum "Extreme Speed Prop Planes"
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RE: What would your ideal R/C workshop look like?
I haven't been on RCU in a while, but thought I should show a few pics of my shop. I scratch build and CNC cut my designs, so it more of a rapid prototyping area. Here's a shot of my CNC mill, lathe, and almost complete CNC router. Composite aircraft will be flying out the door a record speeds once the router is done. The entire shop is plumbed with copper piping for compressed air and 35 outlets are distributed throughout via conduit/50A sub panel. It's not as impressive as Min's "MANLAND", but it is "NERDLAND" [:D] for me.
Posted on: 12/26/2009 5:01 PM by Author "Mods-R-Me" in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9360414

RE: Kingcat-Like Design and Build
[quote]ORIGINAL: LGM Graphix Kelvin, How is this bird coming? I have an AMT Mercury with no home sitting here, I'm anxiously awaiting seeing what happens with this one, trying to hold off on buying something different, any projection on when you'll have molds made and be ready to produce airplanes yet? Jeremy [/quote] It all depends on when the big router is done. I only have 10 parts left to machine before starting on the electronics. It should only take 2-3 weeks to produce the first plane once the machine is done. Hope to start on the plane by early Jan 2010. Not to much longer now considering I started this back in 2007! Kelvin
Posted on: 11/9/2009 11:53 PM by Author "Mods-R-Me" in the forum "Extreme Speed Prop Planes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9242300

RE: Kingcat-Like Design and Build
[quote]ORIGINAL: Strykaas Well, I thought you were dead. Glad to see you again :) [/quote] [quote]Well, I thought you were dead. Glad to see you again[/quote] LOL! You should talk. This whole thing is your fault. "Hey Kelvin. Why don't you build a cnc machine? It would make this whole process a lot faster and cheaper" Sincerely, Thanks guys
Posted on: 10/20/2009 5:03 PM by Author "Mods-R-Me" in the forum "Extreme Speed Prop Planes"
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RE: Kingcat-Like Design and Build
time. Your Friend, Mods
Posted on: 10/19/2009 8:54 PM by Author "Mods-R-Me" in the forum "Extreme Speed Prop Planes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9186533

RE: Highly Modified AK Models SU-27 Build Thread
[quote]ORIGINAL: cjray ahhh come on! I was reading this thread b/c I have a great interest in building the SU-27 and no updates since '07? What happened? Anyone know? [/quote] Life happend. I changed jobs twice in the last two years and started CNC machining parts for my protoypes. Will come back to the flanker some day. Just not now. Thanks Mods
Posted on: 3/19/2009 1:21 PM by Author "Mods-R-Me" in the forum "Extreme Speed Prop Planes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8594307

RE: 2nd Newbie Build- GP Super Skybolt
Are you going to add a smoke system to his bird? (Say yes!?)
Posted on: 11/24/2008 2:15 AM by Author "Mods-R-Me" in the forum "Beginners"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8177515

RE: 2nd Newbie Build- GP Super Skybolt
[quote]ORIGINAL: biplanemurphy [quote]ORIGINAL: Mods-R-Me Welcome to the insanity! Are you going 4 stroke or 2 stroke, fiberglass or monokote? Details man, we need details! [/quote] Hi Kelvin, I live in the Antelope Valley Also......[:D] [/quote] Where do you fly? Muroc?
Posted on: 11/17/2008 1:58 AM by Author "Mods-R-Me" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: 2nd Newbie Build- GP Super Skybolt
[quote]ORIGINAL: tessex Great thread!! Thanks for all the info guys. I promised myself I wasn't going to start my Skybolt until I got my '68 Ford Mustang running. Unfortunately, the ugly weather tends to make me want to work inside. (And on the nice weather days, I tend to go flying instead of working on the car! I hate competing hobbies!!) And, the Skybolt has been calling out to me these past few days. I started my build about an hour ago. The rudder and vertical stab are glued up on the plans. Just count me as yet one more soul lost to the Siren Song of the Skybolt! Tom [/quote] Welcome to the insanity! Are you going 4 stroke or 2 stroke, fiberglass or monokote? Details man, we need details!
Posted on: 11/15/2008 6:17 PM by Author "Mods-R-Me" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: Kingcat-Like Design and Build
Not yet. I'm still working on the cnc machine. I've also just moved (again), so that's taking up most of my time. Good new is that I now own a large 3 car garage that will never see a car.....
Posted on: 10/12/2008 12:42 AM by Author "Mods-R-Me" in the forum "Extreme Speed Prop Planes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8040842

RE: INTRO CAD PROGRAM TO DESIGN JET PART'S?
Another vote for Solidworks! I also use Solidcam for machining
Posted on: 8/18/2008 5:31 PM by Author "Mods-R-Me" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7859961

RE: BalsaUsa Force-One kit bashing project : Force-B-One !
Strykaas, I like what you're doing with this! For this build I would suggest a FIRE engine because you can enclose the engine and exhaust tube in a hollow cowl (fiberglass?). To solve the exhaust mess problem, try attaching a heat proof tube to the end of it and running the tube down through the bottom of the fuse. Worked well for the Modkat.
Posted on: 7/5/2008 6:17 PM by Author "Mods-R-Me" in the forum "Extreme Speed Prop Planes"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7697359

RE: Introducing my CNC lathe
Looking Good Sean. You up?
Posted on: 7/2/2008 11:38 PM by Author "Mods-R-Me" in the forum "RC Jets"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7688233

RE: Best way to make plans from a 3D model ?
That's the way I would do it.
Posted on: 6/20/2008 8:51 PM by Author "Mods-R-Me" in the forum "Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=7642799