Keith Billinge
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I get really coonfused with motors and props but I have used similar motors on similar sized models before the manufacturer shows a max of 500W on a 10x5 but doesn't specify if that's 4S or 3S. I'll be using 3S so probably less than 500W. Keith B
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Okay then. Looks like I'll start off with the 1250KV and a 10x5 or a 10x6 I think I have both a 50A and 60A ESC in the spares box so I'll spin it up with the Watt meter and see which one to go with. Really loving this build and with you guys to help me along it's great.......Many thanks Keith B
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Bit more progress today. Finished the wing and wing seat. Just got to do the empenage and the ailerons now. Deliberately leaving the sheeting on the fuse until Im ready to fix the snakes and tail fixing. I am toying with either a dowel or a long tab through the fuse to secure the vertical stabiliser in place. You may be able to see my normal motor mount method; complete with rubber shock absorbing washers/standoffs that quiet down noisy models. In my spares box I have two motors which may be suitable a 3536-1000kv (runs a 9 or 10 inch prop) or a 3536-1250kv (10 or 11 inch prop). Anyone know if these will be suitable? Best Wishes Keith B
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EarlyBird or Peter What servos do you use in yours? I have some 12Gram Digital Metal Geared servos but think they might be a bit small? I also have some slightly larger servos in a disused/crashed airframe. Cheers Keith B
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The article was in RC Model World in November 2010. I got the wood pack and plans (They call it a short kit) from Sarik Hobbies and they sent a copy of the article too. LINK HERE Cheers KB
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Hmmmmmmm?....... Now I'm really wondering whether to stick to the original plans for the elevator and ailerons. My plan for this model is for it to be aerobatic, but I'm not interested in 3D and all that prophanging stuff. I'd like it to ba a long lasting fun model with forgiving characteristics. I've found that wings with this style fat section will slow down nicely when you ease off the coals and wont get away from me, a pilot with somewhat limited experience. Not sure I want a model that will flutter it's surfaces; that sounds scary! Cheers Keith B
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Did a bit of wing-age today! The laser cutting is very good and I managed to find some nice straight spars.
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I will be using mylar hinges and I'm toying with changing the method of construction for the tail feathers and ailerons. I'm not a fan of the stick construction method. I always break those in the hangar or getting suff in and out the car. So, I might just do flat balsa surfaces with cross grain ends and nice big drilled holes for lightness.
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Sorted out most of the fuse today and gave it a nice thick "Trebler". Also fitted a strong Ply Block for my Dural undercart! Didn't come out too bad....
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I have my Short kit and after a trip to Balsa Cabin I also have the strip wood for the wing. Also I have decided to do the mod that you did to lengthen the nose for the electric version. I'm going with a nice round 35mm (Not 32mm like you lot).... I figured 35mm will give me a bit more wiggle room for battery size and CG.
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Just finished my own Blink and will maiden very soon. I love the little plank/tailess models and have a Willy Nillies "Der Flugel" and I just killed an AWD Dammit!
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You have inspired me and so I just ordered the plan and the wood pack from Sarik Hobbies. I've had a few "Stick" type models and this looks like great fun. Wish me luck! Keith B
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Miles Magister from Dave Platt plan
Keith Billinge replied to Andy Gates's topic in Build Blogs and Kit Reviews
Maybe a sock on your covering iron would do the trick? I know a few pwople who go to the kids clothing section in the supermarket and just buy a pack of white socks that fit nicely on a covering iron. -
Miles Magister from Dave Platt plan
Keith Billinge replied to Andy Gates's topic in Build Blogs and Kit Reviews
Wow! Everything just looks so beautifully made and finished I clearly need a lot more building practice! Nice one! -
build 2022 Mass build MK Joker 25.
Keith Billinge replied to kevin b's topic in Build Blogs and Kit Reviews
Oh I'd Love one of these Kits. Looks like a great fun build. Keith B -
The Crescent Bullet is back!
Keith Billinge replied to Richard Wood's topic in Sport, Aerobatic and 3D kits
Yes I ditched the torque rods and went flat wing servos. -
The Crescent Bullet is back!
Keith Billinge replied to Richard Wood's topic in Sport, Aerobatic and 3D kits
I did struggle with the wing bolt location -
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The Crescent Bullet is back!
Keith Billinge replied to Richard Wood's topic in Sport, Aerobatic and 3D kits
Currently building an electric Crescent Bullet from the Cloud Models kit. My building skills are a bit rusty, so it's taking me a while, but I am really enjoying the build. I just made the carved balsa nose cone. and the fuselage is nearing completion. KB
