RE: Sig Hog Bipe
WCB & SeamusG - I was nervous as I've never flown a biplane before let alone maidened one but she is a nice flyer for sure: Great job on that hog by the way SeamusG- My pilot does make the plane look complete - I've had ARF's, kits and scratch builts and it has been more " exciting" to fly a kit or scratch built by far!! [:D]
Posted on: 7/14/2010 9:04 PM by Author "TrickyPig" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Sig Hog Bipe
Maiden the hog last night. [:D] It is a great flyer. I have to put a little more weight in the front end - there is 3oz up front now.Probably needs @ 1/2 oz. It's not so much tail heavy as I believe the top wing might not be at 0 degree incidence. Landed beautifully and the Saito 1.00 pulls her along nicely. First time maidening and flying a bipe. Loved it!! [8D]
Posted on: 7/13/2010 5:21 PM by Author "TrickyPig" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Sig Hog Bipe
Thanks all for the comments. I put a Saito 100 in the bipe. Looking forward to the Maiden [:)]
Posted on: 6/25/2010 6:36 AM by Author "TrickyPig" in the forum "Kit Building"
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Sig Hog Bipe
Hello All! [:)] I decided in late March to build a Sig Hog Bipe Kit that I've had for a couple years now and am very pleased with how she came out! Covered with Sig Koverall and painted it using Behr latex paint and went over it with a coat of high gloss polyeuathane. Put in a Saito 1.00 for power and only have to finish up the final control surface connections to the servos. [;)] Here a couple of pics. I will post the maiden flight report - only if it's a good one mind you[8D] Lets keep building and flying !!
Posted on: 6/23/2010 8:56 PM by Author "TrickyPig" in the forum "Kit Building"
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Wendell Hostetler Curtiss Hawk P6E
I purchased the drawings and complete wood kit from Precision Cut Kits this past weekend at the Toledo Show. Has anyone built this airplane? [8D]
Posted on: 4/12/2010 3:06 PM by Author "TrickyPig" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: Fairey Junior
Almost there! [8D]
Posted on: 10/15/2009 8:03 PM by Author "TrickyPig" in the forum "Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD"
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RE: Fairey Junior
A couple of pics showing the progress of the cowl[;)]
Posted on: 10/15/2009 8:00 PM by Author "TrickyPig" in the forum "Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD"
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RE: RCM Plans ?
Deerslayer, Glad to hear things worked out for you and RCM. I've purchased about 6-7 plans over the past 5 years from RCM and have found them to be very accomandating. I've also been very happy with the quality of the drawings. Goodluck with your build. [:)]
Posted on: 9/26/2009 4:22 PM by Author "TrickyPig" in the forum "Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD"
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RE: Fairey Junior
A couple pics of the mains [:)]
Posted on: 9/13/2009 7:37 PM by Author "TrickyPig" in the forum "Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD"
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RE: Fairey Junior
Well I've been busy working & fitting in a little flying this season but did manage to squeeze in making the landing gear mains for this airplane. Looks like I will be making the cowl and painting this building season [;)]
Posted on: 9/13/2009 7:31 PM by Author "TrickyPig" in the forum "Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD"
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RE: Fairey Junior
The covering I used is Worldtex...fantastic stuff....just don't make a mistake.....peeling this stuff off takes wood with it[:@] I am glad to hear someone has flown one of these aircraft. With that huge wing cord it looks like a floater[;)] Going gas with this one
Posted on: 7/28/2009 9:36 AM by Author "TrickyPig" in the forum "Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD"
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RE: Fairey Junior
A pic of the engine....[8|] I hope everyone is enjoying their flying season.
Posted on: 7/28/2009 6:39 AM by Author "TrickyPig" in the forum "Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD"
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RE: Fairey Junior
Thanks andrew66, I will be using a GF26i CRRC gas engine. Hope to have her up before the snow flies. [;)]
Posted on: 7/28/2009 6:37 AM by Author "TrickyPig" in the forum "Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD"
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RE: Fairey Junior
Well the Junior is finally covered and ready for paint. Going to use latex paint and seal with polyurethane (satin) Landing gear and cowl are next.
Posted on: 7/27/2009 8:28 PM by Author "TrickyPig" in the forum "Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD"
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RE: Fairey Junior
The Junior is slowly coming together. I've been posting the progress on RC Canada but plan on posting on RC Universe for as well Hope everyone's building season is going smoothly[;)] http://www.rccanada.ca/rccforum/showthread.php?t=80220
Posted on: 12/16/2008 1:41 PM by Author "TrickyPig" in the forum "Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD"
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RE: Twin Trainer
Siddus74.... I actually did enjoy flying the airplane...[:)]as a matter of fact this Wednesday afternoon is the day I plan on taking her up again.... The .25's are perfect for this plane....at @ 9800 rpm each at full throttle there is power to spare.....Once I got 3 mistakes high I throttled back to @ 1/2 and thought the speed to be scale like I don't think .15's will have the power in reserve to keep things out of the weeds....[8|] This plane flys well....you just have to be on the sticks the whole time when taking off and landing (much like a bipe)....I found the rudder to be very responsive even at low speed..[8D] You've come this far....finish her up when you find the time and take her up...... It was nice to share this link with someone that has the same aircraft....Good luck...... [:)]
Posted on: 10/20/2008 9:49 PM by Author "TrickyPig" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
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RE: Twin Trainer
I managed to maiden the Twin Trainer this past Saturday....[sm=72_72.gif] Once I got both OS .25's running within 200 rpm of each other I taxied around and found it ground handles quite well I then refuelled the airplane...checked everything to make sure nothing came loose during the engine run-up and taxing... Then it was maiden time...[8|] The first attempt at take-off resulted in the plane very slowly nosing over....[:'(] this isn't really a problem as the engines are not in danger of stricking the ground. Once the nose-over situation was rectified...I made sure to keep a little back pressure on the elevator....The tail comes up right away and after I was sure there was enough airspeed I slowly raised her up.... It took about 3 clicks of down elevator and 3 clicks right of aileron trim to keep her tracking straight... I gave her about three circuits and then did a "practice" landing attempt....[8|] With the throttle at about 1/2 she desends slowly....but with its relativity small wing cord it needs some speed to land....I know this because I cut the throttles a little early and it came down faster than anticipated...which resulted in a hop, skip and a backflop....no damage (except my ego)....[&o] As my nerves couldn't take another flight and the wind was picking up it was decided to go home with my airplane in one piece. Over all this plane was fun to build and fly...Now it's on to the next build!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!![>:]
Posted on: 10/20/2008 12:48 PM by Author "TrickyPig" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
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Fairey Junior
Well it feels like building season is fast approaching so I thought I would beat the rush and get an early start. [;)] The plane of choice for this season is a Fairey Junior (1/4 Scale). Purchased plans from RCM a couple years back. Designed by, Dennis Tapsfield, 80" span, 1420 sq. in., .90-1.20, 4 ch., built-up balsa, plywood, and hardwood The Fairey Junior first hit the seen in 1948. http://www.tipsy-histories.com/site/OO-ULA.htm A couple of pics to show progess so far....The wing chord is 18" [X(]
Posted on: 10/16/2008 11:23 AM by Author "TrickyPig" in the forum "Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD"
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RE: covering with koverall or equiv
This is a GREAT thread....I finished a scatch build twin trainer a couple months ago and used Sig Koverall.....I used Stix It with no problems..... Sealed the fabric with Nitrate Dope - mixed in a little baby powder ( applied 2 coats - lightly sanded between coats) Set aside for 3 weeks to off-gas.....primed with latex primer (light coat & light sand)....painted with Behr flat latex paint (2 coats - lightly sanded after 1st coat) Set aside for 4 weeks to off-gas....sealed with semi-gloss polyurethane (spray can) Latex primer & paint applied with spray gun set to 55 psi...I put a small shot off windsheild washer fluid in paint until it had a milky consistancy Very big Koveral fan....[;)] http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_7274380/mpage_2/tm.htm
Posted on: 9/18/2008 12:47 PM by Author "TrickyPig" in the forum "Tips & Techniques"
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RE: Which Plane Kit Would You Reissue?
Love to see the Dynaflite - Fly Baby & Chipmunk.......Built the Fly Baby a couple years back (Great Build)[;)]
Posted on: 9/17/2008 4:13 PM by Author "TrickyPig" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Twin Trainer
Thanks Scott, I will certainly post the maiden results......[8|]
Posted on: 8/26/2008 6:40 AM by Author "TrickyPig" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
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RE: Twin Trainer
Well I can finally say the Twin Trainer is ready for its Maiden...[8|] I am holding off on the cowls and decals until it has a couple successful flights......Looking at next Sunday....... My daughter came up with the black and yellow colour scheme.....Thinking of putting a Dodge 'Rumble Bee' decal on it....... Happy Flying...........[:D]
Posted on: 8/25/2008 9:03 PM by Author "TrickyPig" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
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RE: Twin Trainer
Siddus 74, Sorry for being away from this link for so long.....I work in construction (plumber) and get really busy during the summer...[:'(] You are doing a great job on that TTII....very jealous on the workmanship......[8D] I notice you have used servos for each aileron....I went with the single central aileron w/bellcranks.....wish I had thought it through.. I would consider staying with the 25's for power...... I will post pics this weekend.......... Keep up the good work[:)]
Posted on: 7/11/2008 9:36 AM by Author "TrickyPig" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
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RE: Which Saw
I agree with Rodney....the band saw is the primary tool used in the shop...I also have a scroll saw which comes in handy...I also use a table disc/belt sander........makes life alot easier........ [;)]
Posted on: 7/11/2008 9:19 AM by Author "TrickyPig" in the forum "Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD"
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Lazy Ace
[font="Arial"][/font][size=4]Has anyone out there built a Chuck Cunningham 'Lazy Ace' 76" Standard recently?[8|] I ordered the plans from RCM today.[/size]
Posted on: 7/8/2008 2:12 PM by Author "TrickyPig" in the forum "Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD"
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RE: Twin Trainer
siddus74!! Nice looking twin aircraft [:D] Thanks for the comments on the twin rudder controls. I haven't had a chance to maiden her yet. The os 25's are run in....they will provide alot of power..... Looking forward to seeing some pics of the finished product[;)]
Posted on: 6/23/2008 12:27 PM by Author "TrickyPig" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
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RE: Twin Trainer
Murphey, I am very close to a maiden....unfortunetly, work & life are taking the front seat right now [:'(] I have made a mould for the cowls and need to go over the airplane with one more "dusting" of paint.... Mount the engines - balance the plane and she is ready for air.....[8|] The compartment for the rudder and tail wheel linkage is tight but managable...I hate to put a hatch in but I think it's a necessary evil [:@] I plan on making a vid of the first flight....[8D] Looking forward to seeing some progress pic
Posted on: 5/16/2008 10:36 AM by Author "TrickyPig" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
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RE: Twin Trainer
A pic or two of the tail feathers...showing the bellcrank linkage for the rudders and tail wheel [;)]
Posted on: 5/16/2008 7:06 AM by Author "TrickyPig" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
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RE: Twin Trainer
Murphey, I will take a couple pics tonite of the tail and linkage for the tail wheel and rudders..... Siddus74 did a great job with one rudder assembly.... I am in the process of making a mould for the cowls....hopefully this bird will fly soon.....[;)]
Posted on: 5/12/2008 9:09 AM by Author "TrickyPig" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
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RE: Twin Trainer
Boomerang 1, I think that multi you have there is well done...very inventive nacelle's.......[;)] What do you have pulling that bad boy around? [8D]
Posted on: 5/12/2008 9:07 AM by Author "TrickyPig" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
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