RE: 42% Super Decathlon Build
Tony - Our Decathlon was a fun build and a wonderful flyer. Wood quality was the best we have seen. The laser work, fit and alignment was dead on. Very easy to build a straight airframe. I was talking when I shouldn't have been and claimed that this would be the first truly "no trim" airplane. We were within two cliks of elevator trim of succeeding. Michel and Dany are very easy to work with and very helpful. We had a gentleman in KC do an instrument panel which was truly a work of art. Go for it! Jack
Posted on: 7/9/2011 7:03 AM by Author "jbwilhelmi" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: Air Tractor 23%
Anyone know of a full size air tractor near Omaha, Nebraska? Jack
Posted on: 3/25/2011 6:45 AM by Author "jbwilhelmi" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: How to post pictures?
What are the current file size limits? Thanks Jack
Posted on: 3/23/2011 8:32 AM by Author "jbwilhelmi" in the forum "MarketPlace questions or problem?"
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RE: Air Tractor 23%
Fuselage
Posted on: 3/23/2011 8:23 AM by Author "jbwilhelmi" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Air Tractor 23%
We have completed the fuselage to the point that all alignment is completed. I have to commend AMR's staff for a job well done. The fuselage is very complicated but was a dream to build. The part fit was excellent and the final alignment was absolutely perfect. Congratulations to all for a job well done! Will attempt ot download pictures in next post. Jack
Posted on: 3/23/2011 8:00 AM by Author "jbwilhelmi" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Air Tractor 23%
Just started last week. Looks like a great build. Fank, Bud and Jack
Posted on: 1/20/2011 2:32 PM by Author "jbwilhelmi" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: 38% Wedell-Williams Model 44 Racer
Hi Just starting to frame the fuse. Am curious about balance as I would rather make provisions now rather thyan the day before the maiden. I am planning to use a RCS 250, stits and paint. Will I need nose weight? Do I need access to the empty space behind the firewall? Thanks Jack
Posted on: 10/21/2010 4:48 PM by Author "jbwilhelmi" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: 42% Super Decathlon Build
We should start covering in a week. Hope to have ready for our annual Fun Fly in September. Does anyone know of a graphics supplier for the typicl starburst or does any one have the electronic files that we buy or use? Jack
Posted on: 8/7/2010 6:10 PM by Author "jbwilhelmi" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: 42% Super Decathlon Build
Thanks Marcus, a great help. Jack
Posted on: 7/14/2010 9:09 PM by Author "jbwilhelmi" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: 42% Super Decathlon Build
At what point onthe vertical fin does the flair or fillet start? All of the pictures we have do not have enough detail to determine where the sides of the vertical fin cease to be vertical and begin to flare to the fuselage side. Thanks Jack
Posted on: 7/12/2010 11:16 PM by Author "jbwilhelmi" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: 42% Super Decathlon Build
Instrument panel just arrved, looks really nice. Fit to the fiberglass is excellent. Done by SAC Headquarters of the Midwest. How do I attach a picture after downloading to RC Universe? Must be blind. Thanks Jack
Posted on: 6/30/2010 11:10 AM by Author "jbwilhelmi" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: 42% Super Decathlon Build
Marcus Really a great looking airplane. Do you have any pictures showing the top of the fuse between the wings? A second question, how did you attach the fiberglass piece on the top of the front section of the fuselage? Really nice looking! Should fly wonderfull. Jack
Posted on: 6/19/2010 9:25 AM by Author "jbwilhelmi" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: 42% Super Decathlon Build
Thanks Marcus
Posted on: 6/14/2010 12:11 PM by Author "jbwilhelmi" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: 42% Super Decathlon Build
Perfect. Thank you. Jack
Posted on: 6/14/2010 10:59 AM by Author "jbwilhelmi" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: 42% Super Decathlon Build
Does anyone have a high resolution picture of the Decathlon instrument panel? We have Bob's documentation but cannot tell what the instruments are on the left side. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks Jack
Posted on: 6/14/2010 9:56 AM by Author "jbwilhelmi" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: 42% Super Decathlon Build
Good Morning Would someone please measure the distance from the firewall F1 to the front of the cowl and from the long side of the motor box to the front of the cowl. Will a 3w210 fit without modifying the motor box? Thanks Jack
Posted on: 5/19/2010 10:18 AM by Author "jbwilhelmi" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: 42% Super Decathlon Build
Ken Three of us are building one Decathlon. Three would be fun to see fly together, maybe we should have a Decathlon Fun Fly. Jack
Posted on: 5/12/2010 2:07 PM by Author "jbwilhelmi" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: 42% Super Decathlon Build
What is everyone using to laminate with, epoxy or titebond? I am thinking epoxy for motor box, firewall, bottom and sides and titebond for all other laminating. Would appreciate everyones thoughts. Thanks Jack
Posted on: 5/11/2010 11:27 PM by Author "jbwilhelmi" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: 42% Super Decathlon Build
Kajub Do you have any pictures of your Decathlon instrument panel? Jack
Posted on: 5/11/2010 11:25 PM by Author "jbwilhelmi" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: AMR 33% Waco YMF-5 Build
Anthony Congratulations on your wife's good news. Has to be a relief - enjoy your night out! Jack
Posted on: 5/11/2010 11:20 PM by Author "jbwilhelmi" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
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RE: 42% Super Decathlon Build
Ken Just getting started. Really a nice instrument panel. Three of us are building the Decathlon, looks like a really nice project. Thanks Jack
Posted on: 5/11/2010 7:53 PM by Author "jbwilhelmi" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: 42% Super Decathlon Build
Is Jim interested in doing another instrument panel? Thanks Jack
Posted on: 5/11/2010 7:19 PM by Author "jbwilhelmi" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: AMR 33% Waco YMF-5 Build
Anthony Whose tapes and rib stitching are you using and where do you order from? Thanks JAck
Posted on: 4/2/2010 1:59 PM by Author "jbwilhelmi" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
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RE: KMP F-7F Tigercat
Good Morning I am on the road and cannot take pictures but will when I get back at the end of next week. Mains are an easy install, nose a little more work but not tough. Compared to the early gear clearly worth the money and the effort. Have Evolution 26's for power and am very satisfied with that setup. Jack
Posted on: 3/24/2010 6:41 AM by Author "jbwilhelmi" in the forum "Twin & Multi Engine RC Aircraft"
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RE: AMR 33% Waco YMF-5 Build
If you go to a pipe insulating contractor or refrigeration supply house or contractor you can get any size of armaflex (insulation) you want, both ID and wall thickness, much better than the hardware store. My real job is a mechanical contractor. Just FYI. Jack
Posted on: 3/12/2010 4:43 PM by Author "jbwilhelmi" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
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RE: AMR 33% Waco YMF-5 Build
I found prefinishd hardwood floor on sale at Home Depot for $35, looks like a NASCAR trailer. Used 3/4" x 1 1/2" unistrut rails on sides, one at 6" above floor and the other midway so I can move cross members very easily. Also 3/4" conduit rail at top to hang wings from. Bulkhead at front for boxes etc. Be creative, Jack
Posted on: 3/10/2010 10:46 AM by Author "jbwilhelmi" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
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RE: AMR 33% Waco YMF-5 Build
I have to tell someone who appreciates. I just removed the top cabane jig and remounted the top cabane and am level in all directions! Thanks for listening. Jack
Posted on: 3/8/2010 8:51 PM by Author "jbwilhelmi" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
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RE: AMR 33% Waco YMF-5 Build
Bob (germrb) I am curious about the base for your workbench. Who and where? I have a hospital bed that I was going to rebuild to make an adjustable bench but yours looks much better. Thanks Jack
Posted on: 3/6/2010 6:57 PM by Author "jbwilhelmi" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
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RE: AMR 33% Waco YMF-5 Build
Was hoping someone had converted the Barth tailwheel for an AMR Waco. Jack
Posted on: 3/4/2010 9:42 PM by Author "jbwilhelmi" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
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RE: AMR 33% Waco YMF-5 Build
Does anyone have any pictures of the barth tailwheel installed? Thanks Jack
Posted on: 3/4/2010 8:41 PM by Author "jbwilhelmi" in the forum "RC Scale Aircraft"
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