Stan Waters Posted December 5, 2010 Share Posted December 5, 2010 Hi all, this is my first post to this forum, I have benn a keen modeller for most of my life but have not done any for the past ten years. I am about to start up again so consider myself a "newby" as I will have to get used to the new bits and pieces available today. I intend to start with a good old fashioned high wing trainer probably a vintage type,(like myself). I enjoy the building as much as the flying, and repairing!!. I will need a bit of help I expect from you good folks so please be kind Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggles' Elder Brother - Moderator Posted December 5, 2010 Share Posted December 5, 2010 Hi Stan, and welcome to the friendly forum! No problem with advice here mate - lots of knowledgible folks on hand to see you through to that maiden flight and beyond! Loads of people come back to modelling after a break, so don't feel you are unusual - I would guess 50% (or more!) of folks have a had a longish break in their modelling careers at some point. One thing that will help - if you have not already done so - can you just have a quick read through the posts here which will tell you all about how to get the best from the forum; things like how to post links to other pages and insert pictures and videos etc. Enjoy yourself - and welcome back to the best hobby in the world BEB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Mackey Posted December 5, 2010 Share Posted December 5, 2010 Hi Stan and a big friendly welcome from me too Sounds like you are making all the right moves - are you planing on venturing into the ever increasingly popular electric side of things now? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggles' Elder Brother - Moderator Posted December 5, 2010 Share Posted December 5, 2010 LOL - Tim never misses an opportunity to "spread the word" on his beloved electrics . Well, you could do that, or...you could invest in nice 56 size four stroke - would sound great in a nice vintage jobbie. The better modern 4 strokes are not cheap - but they are very reliable ans easy to start etc. I think one thing that will strike you on coming back to the hobby Stan is that there is so much more choice today than the used to be - and if you buy carefully its all good stuff, whether you go electric or glow. BEB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ken anderson. Posted December 5, 2010 Share Posted December 5, 2010 wellcome from me stan the Man......have Fun... ken anderson ne..1. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Ashby - Moderator Posted December 5, 2010 Share Posted December 5, 2010 Welcome back Stan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garry Pollard Posted December 5, 2010 Share Posted December 5, 2010 Welcome back from me Stan. I had a break of 15 yrs and came back, we all do BEB s advise is sound, I will only add one thing. If you fill in your profile you will get much more from this, the best forum on the net bar none Garry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Bott - Moderator Posted December 5, 2010 Share Posted December 5, 2010 Welcome Stan, things really have moved on a lot since my first time around at model aircraft. Mostly for the better. Ask away on here, there's no such thing as a stupid question and you can guarantee anything you ask will also help other people. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Privett Posted December 5, 2010 Share Posted December 5, 2010 Welcome Stan. I'd say BEB's 50% figure is a bit on the low side if anything. Many, many people find their way back into the hobby after a few years break - I always reckon it's more an addiction than a hobby! You haven't said whereabouts in the country you are, or where you intend to fly, but I'd recommend if possible joining a club. You'll get lots of useful help there, as well as somewhere to fly! And do ask questions here as well, just be prepared for several - sometimes conflicting - answers! Especially if you ask whether electric or i/c is best! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Davis Posted December 6, 2010 Share Posted December 6, 2010 Hi Stan, Welcome back to the hobby, if you intend to build your own trainer please see the thread "Trainer List" which I wrote some months ago listing all of the trainer kits which are available. As an experienced modeller you should be able to build from plans too. Happy Landings Dave Davis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazzazh Posted December 6, 2010 Share Posted December 6, 2010 HI Stan, Welcome to the hobby , you came to the right place, everyone here is so friendly and helpful.. this is a real great place to meet people in the hobby ask questions and get advice... Wishing you all the best Cheers & Merry Xmas everyone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josip Vrandecic -Mes Posted December 6, 2010 Share Posted December 6, 2010 Hello Stan ,very welcome...."never forget to ride a bike ". Jo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayCee Posted December 6, 2010 Share Posted December 6, 2010 And a big welcome from me Stan, Take Timbo's advice and come over to the 'Dark' side and join the 'Leckie' boys JC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ernie Posted December 6, 2010 Share Posted December 6, 2010 Hi Stan, From all that you say, it seems that you intend to go the traditional route (like you, I enjoy buildeing as much as flying. Why not start with a super sixty. I can lay the tranny down, and mine flies round free flight style. I don't lay it too far away, just in case. Also a flair cub is a good build, and flies a treat. A nice new four stroke would be a joy to run, and sound a treat Welcome back ernie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Houghton 1 Posted December 6, 2010 Share Posted December 6, 2010 Hi Stan and welcome back to the hobby. Like many others took a break from model flying to do the, "family thing" but came back after 30 years. Back in the day when I started it was all IC engines but I've come back with an open mind and I've found that by following both the IC and electric routes I have a wider choice of planes, including my first EDF which I flew for the first time on Saturday and love it. Whichever route you decide to go I'm sure you will have fun. Happy flying Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danny Fenton Posted December 6, 2010 Share Posted December 6, 2010 Hi Stan welcome to the madhouse mate I guess we are nearly all returnees, "modelling isn't just for Christmas........" Have fun Danny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stan Waters Posted December 6, 2010 Author Share Posted December 6, 2010 Thanks all for your kind words, I live in lincolnshire and I think there is a club in Boston so I will check it out. I have been looking om the internet at the assortment of goodies out there, I still have a few bits and pieces including a very full set of tools and a very good workshop. I parted with some i/c engines a while back thinking that they would not be used again. Never mind they were a bit ancient. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JC Posted December 7, 2010 Share Posted December 7, 2010 Hi Stan Welcome. Jon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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