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06-09-2003, 03:43 AM
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Test ran engine. It's a good thing. The halls sensor went out on it on the first run. Sent back to Aircraft International, they replaced and paid for shipping.
Got the family out for the show.
Got the family out for the show.
06-09-2003, 03:46 AM
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Here is the test stand Ricky(Citation X) and I built. It took us about 5 hours, and 2 trips to the hardware store. We had no plan when we started, but it turned out real nice.
06-09-2003, 01:40 PM
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Wayne, I am sorry I missed it. I cringe every time I read the new post's on the internet fly in thread. 
It is a real drag, but sometimes work gets in the way.
I will not miss it next year!!
Jess
It is a real drag, but sometimes work gets in the way.
I will not miss it next year!!
Jess
....looks good man
06-11-2003, 08:52 PM
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Originally posted by JRozman
Here is the test stand Ricky(Citation X) and I built. It took us about 5 hours, and 2 trips to the hardware store. We had no plan when we started, but it turned out real nice.
Here is the test stand Ricky(Citation X) and I built. It took us about 5 hours, and 2 trips to the hardware store. We had no plan when we started, but it turned out real nice.
09-02-2003, 06:13 PM
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Blake, I have just been messing around alot this summer. It is close to completion. Hatch, cowl, and wheel pants are all primed and Thursday will be painted and cleared soon after.
Here are a few pics.
Glassing the hatch.
Here are a few pics.
Glassing the hatch.
09-02-2003, 06:25 PM
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Wayne,
I used 3/4 oz K and B. 30 min Epoxy thinned with denatured alcohol.
To fill in the area where the canopy stopped and the hatch started I used some killer stuff I got from Don's Hobby shop called "Super Fill".
Jess
I used 3/4 oz K and B. 30 min Epoxy thinned with denatured alcohol.
To fill in the area where the canopy stopped and the hatch started I used some killer stuff I got from Don's Hobby shop called "Super Fill".
Jess
09-02-2003, 07:03 PM
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Thanks Jess.
I'll have to look into that filler stuff. I spent WAYY too much time recessing the canopy into the hatch all the way around but its still going to need filler to make a smooth tansition.
See ya in BNA!
I'll have to look into that filler stuff. I spent WAYY too much time recessing the canopy into the hatch all the way around but its still going to need filler to make a smooth tansition.
See ya in BNA!
09-02-2003, 07:15 PM
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Yea, this thing took me longer than I thought it would to build. I spent more time staring and researching than I did building.
The next one will build much faster.
I am looking forward to 3Ding in BNA!!!
Jess
The next one will build much faster.
I am looking forward to 3Ding in BNA!!!
Jess
09-02-2003, 10:02 PM
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Jess,
How did you recess the sides? Mine canopy comes only about half way down. I have been looking into this also for a edge I am building.
This looks like a lot of work, and the fiberglass adds weight?? How are you planning to finish the hatch after glassing? paint or film?
Thanks for any advice, mark
How did you recess the sides? Mine canopy comes only about half way down. I have been looking into this also for a edge I am building.
This looks like a lot of work, and the fiberglass adds weight?? How are you planning to finish the hatch after glassing? paint or film?
Thanks for any advice, mark
09-03-2003, 01:42 PM
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Mark,
I did not recess the sides. I blended the front, and front sides with a filler.
I also thought long and hard about adding the extra weight. I am a freak for keeping stuff lite. I looked at a pro builders 30% Carden cap at the Joe Nall and the painted hatch just looks so much better. It matches the cowl without that paint to monokote transition.
I estimate a 3 oz penalty.
I also wanted to try this method for a learning experience. This 30% er is my first giant scale build and it was a test run so to speak for 35 to 40% ers later.
Jess
I did not recess the sides. I blended the front, and front sides with a filler.
I also thought long and hard about adding the extra weight. I am a freak for keeping stuff lite. I looked at a pro builders 30% Carden cap at the Joe Nall and the painted hatch just looks so much better. It matches the cowl without that paint to monokote transition.
I estimate a 3 oz penalty.
I also wanted to try this method for a learning experience. This 30% er is my first giant scale build and it was a test run so to speak for 35 to 40% ers later.
Jess
09-05-2003, 01:03 PM
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Jess,
Thanks for the info. I trying this also for the first time also.
What filler did you use? I think some of the lightweight balsa fillers like Model Magic may crack over time in this use.
3 oz isn't that bad. I made a color switch at the hatch line so it should be easy.
Thanks, mark
Thanks for the info. I trying this also for the first time also.
What filler did you use? I think some of the lightweight balsa fillers like Model Magic may crack over time in this use.
3 oz isn't that bad. I made a color switch at the hatch line so it should be easy.
Thanks, mark
10-16-2003, 01:02 AM
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RE: 30% Carden Cap Construction Pics
Well I flew this thing today and it all went better than I expected. CG is a little forward but will fix that. It required ZERO trim. It 3D's great even with a forward CG.
30% Carden Cap
Engine 3W-75us with Mejzlik 26x10 turning 6100.
Throws High rate-
Elev 50 deg
Rudder 48 deg
Ail 45 deg
Flew high rate all the time. This thing fly's very stable but give it some stick and it turns into a monster. Will post good 3D pics when motor is broken in.
Jess
30% Carden Cap
Engine 3W-75us with Mejzlik 26x10 turning 6100.
Throws High rate-
Elev 50 deg
Rudder 48 deg
Ail 45 deg
Flew high rate all the time. This thing fly's very stable but give it some stick and it turns into a monster. Will post good 3D pics when motor is broken in.
Jess
10-16-2003, 06:07 AM
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Great job Jess! Looks awesome! I definitely want to put a Carden together next year or so. Thanks for all the build pictures, it was fun and inspiring checking your progress on this plane!! I'm still enjoying the ARF of this size but will have a Carden one day.
Enjoy her!
Enjoy her!
10-16-2003, 08:59 AM
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Hey, it flys!! Way to go, glad to hear you can handle it 
Now that you got that thing off the bench, you prolly ready for a foamy 
Later
Now that you got that thing off the bench, you prolly ready for a foamy Later
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Jess,
Congratulations again on the maiden. It really flew well and I'm glad I got to see it. The next round of Drake and Zeke's adult beverage of choice is on me!!!
Congrats,
John
Congratulations again on the maiden. It really flew well and I'm glad I got to see it. The next round of Drake and Zeke's adult beverage of choice is on me!!!
Congrats,
John