RE: 2012 Hog Bipe rides again
I moved the battery forward and I moved the engine as far forward as it would go. now she flys really nice.
Posted on: 9/7/2012 11:44 AM by Author "shepard62" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: 2012 Hog Bipe rides again
Steve , Thank you very much for your support, encouragement from you and the members of this forum helped me more than I can put into words. OK maiden report : Cloudy with a slight cross wind. Assembly at the field went smoothly and needed to take the bottom wing off to adjust the throttle cable. The Saito 100 started right up !!! and ran smoothly . Fine tuned the mixture and set it on the ground. Kept telling myself to get plenty of speed on the take off roll and off she went . A really wild ride ! Took it around for a few laps , very pitch sensitive. So the first landing attempt was a go around only to realize I had limited throttle control. I knew I had to bring in the next one to a full stop as I did NOT have enough power for another go around. It took all of my concentration to get it on the ground in one piece. BUT SUCCESS !!! SO guess who forgot to tighten the throttle cable cable . Second flight was just as "pitchy" . In the turns the tail seems to "drag" and stay low . So I think I will move the CG forward.
Posted on: 9/3/2012 1:39 PM by Author "shepard62" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: 2012 Hog Bipe rides again
Finished !!!! Put it all together and the CG was right at 3 3/4". perfect nothing to move.
Posted on: 9/2/2012 1:25 AM by Author "shepard62" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Sig Hog Bipe Beginner
FINISHED !!!! 9 months of working on it . Now it's time to pick a day for the maiden.
Posted on: 9/1/2012 8:24 PM by Author "shepard62" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: 2012 Hog Bipe rides again
Progress !!! I still have a lot of work to do but some progress is exciting. Here she is so far.
Posted on: 8/25/2012 1:20 PM by Author "shepard62" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: 2012 Hog Bipe rides again
Hey Steve, Just like you said , step by step. Here is a quick assembly to locate the holes for the interplante strut. BOTTOM WING COVERED!!!!!!! I am putting the 4-40 blind nuts in the struts then drilling them out so they act like spacers.
Posted on: 6/11/2012 5:21 PM by Author "shepard62" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Sig Hog Bipe Beginner
Hey Steve, I have a Saito 100 all set for this bird. I saw some other hogs on here with holes so ..... As for the balsa headrest, thanks for the "glass " tip. Does 21st Century fabric go over fiberglass? Is the application the same as wood? And I am sure all the builders will understand this: I have a vacation coming up in July and the entire focus will be completion of the Hog! (talk about not having a life !)
Posted on: 6/10/2012 5:14 AM by Author "shepard62" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: 2012 Hog Bipe rides again
Steve, Sorry about your Hog and I am no help at all. As for me , I am still working on it bit by bit. SLOW GOING FOR ME!
Posted on: 6/7/2012 3:43 PM by Author "shepard62" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: 2012 Hog Bipe rides again
Thanks John, My plan is to use the color as shown on the box (red with white star burst) . I am a beginner at covering and I am envious of the craftmanship of the builders on this thread. I am using 21st Century fabric because it is easier to work with. I have a Saito 100 ready for the fat girl so I am not too worried about the weight. I am going to use a 60 size gear from a Hangar 9 plane and turn it around so the wheels are well forward to cut down on nose overs
Posted on: 5/8/2012 4:09 PM by Author "shepard62" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Sig Hog Bipe Beginner
Still need to fabricate a balsa headrest , but both wings are done . Starting to cover certain parts. Getting excited to finish and fly it !
Posted on: 5/8/2012 10:40 AM by Author "shepard62" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Hog Bipe Build - 2009
He is chained to the yoke and wants more honey.
Posted on: 5/8/2012 6:02 AM by Author "shepard62" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: 2012 Hog Bipe rides again
Trying to decide on the pilot. What does everyone think? Post your reply here. I wish I could pick your brain Steve to help with the covering.
Posted on: 5/7/2012 6:18 PM by Author "shepard62" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Hog Bipe Build - 2009
Just starting to cover the fuse.
Posted on: 5/7/2012 6:07 PM by Author "shepard62" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: 2012 Hog Bipe rides again

Posted on: 3/5/2012 3:07 PM by Author "shepard62" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: 2012 Hog Bipe rides again
Left half of the bottom wing is seen in this photo. I really knew I was a builder when I got blood on the project !
Posted on: 3/5/2012 3:06 PM by Author "shepard62" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: 2012 Hog Bipe rides again
I am so sorry to read about the bottom wing mounting since I just finished my fuse. Yes glued the forward floor in place already. I built a mag hatch as well.
Posted on: 2/25/2012 5:41 AM by Author "shepard62" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Sig Hog Bipe Beginner
The magnetic hatch over the fuel tank has kept me up at night concerned about how it would turn out well here it is. I was so worried that it would not be as good as SeamusG. And it might not be , but I am happy with this. The last photo shows the two magnets held in place with very fine fiberglass cloth and a few drops of CA.
Posted on: 2/18/2012 4:46 PM by Author "shepard62" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Sig Hog Bipe Beginner
Thanks Seamus- This is what he was referring to : The red pen shows a gap . The other photo shows the proper position. To fix or not to fix , that is the question . I think because the piece is close to where it should be and glued in tight - move on. Seamus ( a very talented and veteran builder ) suggested that I dig it out and move it.
Posted on: 1/24/2012 3:18 PM by Author "shepard62" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Sig Hog Bipe Beginner
The leading edge sheet went on nicely and the water/ amonia worked well. Good joints between ribs and sheet :) .
Posted on: 1/24/2012 1:05 PM by Author "shepard62" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Sig Hog Bipe Beginner
Moving along with the build , Balancing act between slow enough to build it right and fast enough to stay excited. The clamps are there for the balsa to lean against so the sheet will have a flush fit with the leading edge stock.the blue tape holds it tight. After the glue dries , a little water / amonia mixture to shape the balsa sheet to the ribs and TA-DA.
Posted on: 1/23/2012 5:07 PM by Author "shepard62" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Sig Hog Bipe Beginner
Seamus- Great idea, I will go to the LHS today and look for some 3/16" ply for those I struts. After looking at your thread I have a question. OK , how did you make that hatch cover ? BETTER than most ARF's . A work of art !!! Can I buy one from you?
Posted on: 1/23/2012 6:18 AM by Author "shepard62" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Sig Hog Bipe Beginner
aymodeler- I am impressed so far with the quality of the kit . The photos in the instructions are clear and sharp and the laser cuts and fit is great. I have not tried any odorless yet. Using titebond for now. Seamus, I have read your thread many times and I admire your work. I am using my 40 cal boxes to weigh down the wing right now. I even went out and got a hollow core door to use as a flat work table. Bill
Posted on: 1/22/2012 5:47 PM by Author "shepard62" in the forum "Kit Building"
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Sig Hog Bipe Beginner
Oh the mistakes! Even before I started with the CA , I pulled the wing ribs out of their sheets and cleaned them up with sand paper. The next instruction was to glue in place and be sure the tab(the one I just broke off) is touching the work surface. See the blue tape on the bottom of each rib, yep taped back on for the position required. OK here is the question. The CA wheeze is coming back after only a few hours of glueing WITH a respirator. So on to the Titebond II. What is the reccommended dilution for this stuff? one to one as I need to get into some tight spots.
Posted on: 1/22/2012 2:26 PM by Author "shepard62" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: ACE R/C 4-40
I just finished my first kit ever. I saw this thread and thought it would be the right place to post some pics.
Posted on: 1/19/2012 2:50 AM by Author "shepard62" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Hog Bipe Build - 2009
Thank you Seamus, I barely know where the on/off switch is on this damn thing. Ok here is my first covering job EVER.
Posted on: 1/5/2012 4:17 PM by Author "shepard62" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Hog Bipe Build - 2009
Hey Landeck, Does this take you back?
Posted on: 1/5/2012 2:48 PM by Author "shepard62" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Hog Bipe Build - 2009
I have not seen these style hinges on the shelf of any hobby store . Some of the old timers in my club have them on their planes and they told me about these. A cotton material about 1/2 " wide by 3" long that goes over the wing and under the aileron then right next to it , another one under the wing and over the aileron and a third one . Three of these in three different places on the wing .
Posted on: 1/5/2012 11:53 AM by Author "shepard62" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Hog Bipe Build - 2009
Hey Steve , Did the delivery guy bring you anything?? Can't wait to hear. Seamus showed me the light so I will be shopping for a Saito 100 single for the powerplant. As for me , I am just starting to cover this Ace 4-40, my first kit. I used the old style cloth hinges and had some tricky moments getting around them.
Posted on: 1/4/2012 5:32 PM by Author "shepard62" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Hog Bipe Build - 2009
Hey Steve, From all the forums that I have read , they all seem to like the OS 91 four stroke and say that it will balance well . I will find one of those and use that. I plan on moving the landing gear forward and put in dual ailerons . What mods are you going to use? I am finishing up my first build ever (ace 4-40)
Posted on: 1/1/2012 4:37 PM by Author "shepard62" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Hog Bipe Build - 2009
Happy New Year !!!
Posted on: 12/31/2011 1:04 PM by Author "shepard62" in the forum "Kit Building"
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