Les Hopkins Posted October 22, 2007 Share Posted October 22, 2007 Folks,I am considering building the Jodel kit from DB sport and scale.Has anyone had any experience of these kits.Feedback please. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon Webber Posted October 22, 2007 Share Posted October 22, 2007 Yeah, go for it! Been building a Gypsy Moth from them for past 2 yrs. Not that it's a slow build, but lots of other projs have come in between. Kit qualilty is great, and their support on email or phone was great when I had a minor query. It' s really good fun to build - I don't think it will die out as some predict with the rise of the artf! Simon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Dickens Posted October 22, 2007 Share Posted October 22, 2007 About 2 or 3 owners ago I use to build the first kit off the production line to check for errors before they went on sale, and I still have some (Auster, Moth 20, SE5,Piper Cub, Albertross) in flying condition.I have had a look at some recently produced kits and quality is still as good (if not better) than then. the Jodel is quite an easy build so you shouldn't have too many problems.Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Les Hopkins Posted October 23, 2007 Author Share Posted October 23, 2007 Thanks for all your comments.They seem positive...so now its let the wife know what I want for Christmas.Thanks again........Les Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken McKinney Posted October 24, 2007 Share Posted October 24, 2007 I've built the Albatros C1 that I was lucky enough to find at a swapmeet. The kit must have been 30 years old, but was fine and has built into a cracking model. I.ve also got a 1/4 scale pup that I will start soon, again an old one, but in good condition. Will second the help from db, neither kits came with instructions, but a quick call sorted that out.had plenty of accessories as well and always a great service Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Green Posted October 24, 2007 Share Posted October 24, 2007 Hi All I'm building the big spitfire and its great, loads of wood and all the bits fit. Buy one and it will keep you out of mischief all winter.Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Linney Posted October 29, 2007 Share Posted October 29, 2007 I built their 1/4 scale Sopwith Pup about 10years ago modified as a Dove, all details on the plans, and it has flown ever since. Won the Wessex League last year in which it has competed for at least 8years. Bit lucky as Ashley Anderson from Chedworth Club missed one of the meetings, his flying with his Mk9 Spit is top rate.Currently building the Hurricane, excellent kit, no complaints, real aeromodelling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Edgecombe Posted November 12, 2008 Share Posted November 12, 2008 I've just bought a Barnstormer partly built, & am looking for instruction manual or similar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Green Posted November 12, 2008 Share Posted November 12, 2008 Give DB Sports a call, Eddie will (I expect) email you one by return. Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The real Ron Truth Posted November 12, 2008 Share Posted November 12, 2008 got the big pup... lovelybuilding the cirrus moth... lovelyquality cutting, loads of wood for your money, no cheapo ply aye eddie!!!Only gripe is the abs cowl that lets the kit down. I whittled one out of balsa block . very traditional kits, well designed, lots of pre cut and pre bent parts. That should get me a discount for the next model!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Edgecombe Posted November 12, 2008 Share Posted November 12, 2008 Thanks Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Mills Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 I have received a db sopwith pup (electric) as an early christmas present. They suggest a speed 600 and gearbox for propulsion.I have recently returned to modelling after a thirty year break and find al this electricery rather confusing.I would prefer an outrunner.Could anyone point me in the right direction. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Mackey Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 Alan, I think Myron or Eric is selling a speed 600 - check the swopshop section of the forum. If you really want a brushless instead ( sensible boy ) then something like this should fit the bill.You need around 2 -300 watts I should think ( depending on the weight of the model ) and not too high Kv, 'cos you need to swing a largish prop at reasonable speed only - not super quick small props like a jet type would need. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Mills Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 Many thanks for the info Timbo.Can,t wait to get started Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Edgecombe Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 Thanks all - back to the shed for another year -- hope for more flying in 2009 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Cotsford Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 or go for the combo deal from BRC using the same motor as Timbo suggested, it pulls my Veron 1 1/2 Strutter around quite nicely, that's 48" span and heavier than it should be after about 28 years worth of repairs. 3s 2250 LiPo provides enough go with this setup on an 11*6. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lew Weaver Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 I can vouch for the DB Albatros - nice kit and a great flier (electric of course ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The real Ron Truth Posted December 8, 2008 Share Posted December 8, 2008 Lew, Ive seen your albatross on the db site. Can you show the cabanes construction or explain it as its the only bit that concerns me . I cant bend steel very well to save my life!!Im getting better but unless I can see a way to do it, the models out of bounds at present. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lew Weaver Posted December 8, 2008 Share Posted December 8, 2008 AdamAs far as I remember that was the only tricky bit in the build.The model is up in the attic at the moment and it's freezing up there. I will try and take some pictures of the cabane wires maybe tomorrow.In the meantime here is the ony picture of that area I have just now.Please give the wire bending a go, as the model is well worth building and flies a treat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Green Posted December 8, 2008 Share Posted December 8, 2008 SLEC used to make a wire bender, not sure if they still do.their contact details on on their website.Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
260 Flyer Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 Welcome to SLEC Ltd Website currently being updated with all our productsPlease bear with us while this is being done.They have been doing it for over a year now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The real Ron Truth Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 Lew, Much appreciated. Lovely build there. I have now ordered a proper wire bender to make life easier. Any photos you want to share here or to my private email are VERY much appreciated. Ive got 2 db designs ( pup and moth) and love em![email protected] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Green Posted December 9, 2008 Share Posted December 9, 2008 I Know, but their phone numbers are there. You could always wait for the show season.A Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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