Hi there
I'm new to the site and I'm looking for some advice on a Maricardo build. I was really active in the hobby when I was young (25-30 years ago), and I'm really keen to get back into it. I've had a look through some kits, but would like to start with a Maricardo plan build. This has quite a bit of significance as I worked in the model shop owned by the designer; in fact, when I was young I was given the keys to the old model shop (when they moved to new premises) as there was a number of old models that needed cleared out. I found an old Maricardo that had seen better days, and decided to strip it for re-covering. When I told Carlo (the designer) his face fell.....he had forgotten that the prototype Maricardo had been left in the shop and he had been keeping it for sentimental reasons....!
Although I've built plenty models, I've never built from a plan; I note there are some options in terms of buying ribs etc - eBay have a rib set for £25 and Sarik have wood pack for £62 and an additional wood pack for £65 (I already have the plan). The other option is to buy the materials online (The Balsa Cabin?), but having some pre-cut parts would definitely be nice to speed up the build.
Any advice on the best route to go?
Many thanks
Tim