Basil

Can some one tell/ advise me as to what I can cover my plan when building over it. Cling film and several others are OK when using water based adhesives but I have taken to using Cyano of late and they attack what I have been used to using so far. I hear that Cellophane is a possibility ! What alternatives are available , freely, with thanks.Bas

Hi again, I now understand what wash out is. Usually If every item is a good tight fit on dry asy , I can go round with the Cyno. So if thats the case with the wings in question, I can pin to board raising the rear of the wing tip , in my case by 1/4", then add cyno. The wing edge is only pinned on the LE and inner TE. Assuming that its flexible enough to get the twist that is!!!!!.Bas

Thanks Ernie, so the measure of 2 degs is along the wing tip, not the wing length?? Makes sense, thanks. What do you do about the Ailerons, I had presumed that they would still be in line with the rear wing edge as normal. bas

I have to build a wing with 'Washout' according to the article. Question one, how do you do this? Second ; How do I measure 2Degs of washout, or put another way how do I build in 2 degs of W/O for a wing thats 31" in length (each wing)attatched to wing stubs already present? What about the ailerons, as they cover half the wing length, surely they must show the same characteristics.!!!!! Build wing first then make to fit? Bas

Its a BT router , think it uses both freqs. Bas

My BT router wont work thru' walls, had to use an adapter that transmit thru' the mains wiring.Bas

For the Optica build the motor is to the rear of the CG, Battery to the frontish( Lipo more wt than a motor) Sorry did not say that before Bas

For the model in mind I can place the battery almost under the CG, well not quite . Bas

I am going from 61 IC to electric.Bas

Thank you to all those that contributed, Bas

I have never been involved with IC engines and need some advice...... I am trying to find the weight of a tank and fuel that would be used for a 61 motor. This is to help plan a build in electric what is on plan as a 61 motor. I am aware that the choice is rather open to choice or what space dictates. Many thanks Bas

I need to digest this info, in the meantime .............. I dont want to muddy the water but I need to run a three bladed prop!!! Is there a calc for it or will it need to be measured?.

Philip, how do you know what that figure is?

I was just about to refer to a request for info' re the KV etc . Can we go back to basic understanding og what the figures quoted for a given motor actually mean Say a 5045-500 motor . I know that the '500' refers to the KV but am not able to connect every thing together. Can some one explain it in simple terms so that I can tie it all together and see if a given prop/motor combo is ok. Please.

When using a motor/prop match in the past I was either lead by the plan or relied on advise from a supplier( 4Max). I would like to try a given prop size, dictated by the space available for a given motor. I have a Watt meter, if I was to make a jerry rig and include the relevant test meter what am I actually looking for?.For a given motor, lipo and prop I would get a given watt/amp reading. What am I looking for? What parameters am I looking for that says that combo is ok to use or not? If anyone answers please keep it simple , thanks in advance.Bas

Thanks Ron, cheers Bas

Simon, it's a 61 driven prop, within a pod/tube. so in a way is a ducted fan.What size 'Fan' would be equal to this 61 situation.? Bas

I have been making enquires about the plane. It seems that at least two of you have been seeking advise re electrification .Perhaps the parties might like to contact me , as I have a great urge to build this aircraft. As the parties may be aware it calls for some mods............... What about a ducted fan version. I am of the mind that a half size model of the published plans maybe easier the tackle, and far less expensive(Sarik is about £450). Bas

Thank you nick, elevon B it is. I am oh so thankful of your advise. I have been stuck on this for so long, mainly due to the inability to concentrate correctly. I am as happy as i pig in Shit!!!!! Bas

now I am stumped I cant find reccomended servo connections anyway. bas

I will try to input, My problem arises as I am taking strong painkillers after an op and lack of sleep ,my brain does not function correctly. Thanks for your understanding and time. Thanks Bas

sorry chaps whats been said has left me cold.can I ask for a step by step job please. RX AR630.... 2 servos plugged into Elevator and Rudder. TX spektrum 8e, recent version. One surface moves with Rudder moves one fin and elevator moves same fin. Ail moves the other.set for acro or should iWhat do I twiddle please. Bas

spektrum ar630 tx = DX8e, have you some info them. Would be appreciated if you have. I find this a bit confusing. regards bas

thank you for your comments , I need time to explore my TX many thanks Bas

I have decided to build my first powered glider. With help from another club member who has got me started I have embarked on a mission to build my first glider, had a hankering for some while. Seems a majestic path to follow. I am recovering from a recent op' and are confined to home and luckly have an understanding wife who has agreed to put up with a bedroom come workshop. My fellow member got me started, but being in full time work I am loth to keep badgering him with to many questions. The model in question is a much modified V tail model. it has 3 channels, motor and two others using I assume rudder and elevator . I can make several guesses how the tail functions but my theories are based on a clever transmitter able to translate the control of the two fins. Can some one please explain what should be the function of the control surfaces. using two servos. Many thanks Bas