Robin Mosedale 1 Posted May 7, 2021 Share Posted May 7, 2021 Very kind. This particular engine I didn't make but typical of mine. The carriages are incorrect for the engine which were scratch built from 1840 drawings in brass, to go with a correct period engine. Just hooked up together for a quick steam up. So given that background is anyone interested in my experience of construction of the DH2 over on the scale section? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Fry Posted May 7, 2021 Share Posted May 7, 2021 I’m up. I have one of these kits. I tried making one of the SE 5 kits. Failed, and abandoned. But the memories of why I failed linger. Onwards, and upwards. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveyP Posted May 7, 2021 Share Posted May 7, 2021 1 hour ago, Robin Mosedale 1 said: So given that background is anyone interested in my experience of construction of the DH2 over on the scale section? Hi Robin, yes I'm always interested in how others tackle builds and the problems they sometimes pose. I've a Sopwith Pup which I hope to start soon, it's my first WW1 project, so watch builds of that era closely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin Mosedale 1 Posted May 7, 2021 Share Posted May 7, 2021 Happy to do that. Perhaps on the scale sub forum rather than here. See post there. I can understand the comments here. I bought two of these. One for myself and a gift for my flying buddy( full size) who shares a similar passion for fine authentic live steam scale specialising in the pioneer era. We both dabble with rc and have similar tastes, early pioneer aircraft. Hence the gift. We have others. I started mine back in November/Decent. As probably perceived I'm reasonably skilled and can certainly follow instructions. However this is the second attempt at construction. A fundamental error early on and only apparent much later meant that it had to be completely dismantled and re started. It's OK, but I know it's flaws, but that is for later. Flying yesterday, David was relieved that I offered to build his with the intention that he test flew mine with some doubts. He brought his kit of parts and now i have them here. So, I'll dismantle mine and rerigg and improve the control lines. Then do the second example. The construction is 'novel' and if i approached this I'd probably CAD, use different materials and some 3D printing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Barclay Posted May 8, 2021 Share Posted May 8, 2021 Scratch built own design Tempest. Depron and Blue foam all fiberglass covered. 50" span. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Davis Posted May 8, 2021 Share Posted May 8, 2021 On 07/05/2021 at 15:49, Graham Davies 3 said: Oh my word. That is a thing of beauty. I am often humbled by the skill and artistry of our membership! ...and me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martin collins 1 Posted May 8, 2021 Share Posted May 8, 2021 Any build pictures of the Tempest Michael, was it done from plans or 3 views? I would like to get into scratch building so any information would be appreciated.......... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Barclay Posted May 8, 2021 Share Posted May 8, 2021 (edited) 1 hour ago, martin collins 1 said: Any build pictures of the Tempest Michael, was it done from plans or 3 views? I would like to get into scratch building so any information would be appreciated.......... It was done from three views and photos, Martin. I tend to scale up from three views directly onto Depron. Much of what I do is what as an ex-wooden boatbuilder we would call "wrack of eye". The chin was left fairly square so it should make a good skid for landing and it contains the esc to help with the cg. My planes are not perhaps true scale, but they do tend to fly well. Sorry there are no build pictures. I get so absorbed in building I don't really think about such things. The plans are in my head and I tend to make it up as I go along. Flying weight is a bit under 1.4 kilo. 35/36 1400kv motor. 3 cell 2200 lipo. It should be quick and agile with the oversize control surfaces. This was my first attempt at vac forming the cockpit canopy as I ususlly build ww1 biplanes. Edited May 8, 2021 by Michael Barclay Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted Khinsoe Posted May 9, 2021 Share Posted May 9, 2021 My newly maidened Antic powered by a Laser 80. Built from Proctor plans with a few tweaks. Video of the first takeoff and second landing. 12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Marsh Posted May 9, 2021 Author Share Posted May 9, 2021 (edited) Edited May 9, 2021 by Paul Marsh 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveyP Posted May 9, 2021 Share Posted May 9, 2021 1 hour ago, Ted Khinsoe said: My newly maidened Antic powered by a Laser 80. Built from Proctor plans with a few tweaks. Video of the first takeoff and second landing. Very nice ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris collis Posted May 9, 2021 Share Posted May 9, 2021 Just finished the latest lockdown project,Rockwell OV10 Bronco scratch built.60in span for electric and Pss.Apologies if this is the wrong forum to post it in. 11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Garsden Posted May 9, 2021 Share Posted May 9, 2021 1 hour ago, chris collis said: Just finished the latest lockdown project,Rockwell OV10 Bronco scratch built.60in span for electric and Pss.Apologies if this is the wrong forum to post it in. Very exciting Chris. Looks like another stunner. I hope that we might see this weekend after next at the Orme? Here's hoping. I know I speak for the gang. Always nice to see you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris collis Posted May 9, 2021 Share Posted May 9, 2021 Booked in for that weekend weather permitting!Looking forward to seeing everyone then.Got a few test flights to do! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john stones 1 - Moderator Posted May 9, 2021 Share Posted May 9, 2021 Here's mine, was given to me by a customer/clubmate. Flair Pupeteer. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin Fairgrieve Posted May 9, 2021 Share Posted May 9, 2021 7 hours ago, Paul Marsh said: I like mine. Goes better on 4s though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Barclay Posted May 10, 2021 Share Posted May 10, 2021 On 09/05/2021 at 10:58, Ted Khinsoe said: My newly maidened Antic powered by a Laser 80. Built from Proctor plans with a few tweaks. Video of the first takeoff and second landing. Hi Ted. The wire wheels look really good on early planes. Did you buy them or are they part of the kit? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Wagg Posted May 10, 2021 Share Posted May 10, 2021 (edited) i did intend on repairing my "Domino" for the dark nights fix-up but this took longer than expected. Carl Goldberg vintage "SAILPLANE". 78" span. Still a couple of jobs to do but hoping to maiden in the next couple of weeks. Edited May 10, 2021 by John Wagg 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon Knight Posted May 10, 2021 Share Posted May 10, 2021 (edited) My latest Guillows RC conversion, the Zero, to complement my SBD3. No painting involved this time, just tissue paper (including the canopy and cowl) and printed on tissue paper for the roundels and tail marking. The flaps and gear outline are printed on clear sticker paper, but should have done it on tissue. Lesson for next time. Edited May 10, 2021 by Simon Knight 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Marsh Posted May 10, 2021 Author Share Posted May 10, 2021 Cat .25 I built one years ago, and sold it, foolishly, but the lad wanted it really bad and saw it fly at a show and paid me £100 for the airframe only. As I got almost all of them, until I built a replacement, saw this. will do until I get the plane and rebuild one. At least the set is complete... The red one was the one I sold. Wonder where it is now...? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted Khinsoe Posted May 11, 2021 Share Posted May 11, 2021 16 hours ago, Michael Barclay said: Hi Ted. The wire wheels look really good on early planes. Did you buy them or are they part of the kit? I was given the wheels by a friend leaving the hobby. I suspect they were Topflite but cant be sure. I built form plans but I dont think the kit (if you can get one) includes wheels. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Piers Bowlan Posted May 11, 2021 Share Posted May 11, 2021 Paul, I have just dug out my Cat25 plan from Radio Modeller, May 94. There is a lot to be said for these simple, quick-build, sport models. It fits in the car in one piece (only 44in span) and looks pretty tough. Even a 'cooking 25' would have made it a good 'bicycle clip' type model, I guess. I wonder if I could build one in a couple of days?! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karl-Georg Krafft Posted May 13, 2021 Share Posted May 13, 2021 Here's my version oa Clancy "Speedy Bee". While all the original dimensions were not touched, I did some cosmetic modifications. Power is an OS 20 FP. Karl-Georg 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mitchell Howard Posted May 13, 2021 Share Posted May 13, 2021 4 minutes ago, Karl-Georg Krafft said: Here's my version oa Clancy "Speedy Bee". While all the original dimensions were not touched, I did some cosmetic modifications. Power is an OS 20 FP. Karl-Georg Hi Karl - I'm a rank beginner having only put together a single trainer from an ARTF set - I've longed to build the regular Bee and have managed to find the pattern off the web. Did you buy a pre-cut kit from Clancy's in the USA? Or did you follow a plan? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karl-Georg Krafft Posted May 13, 2021 Share Posted May 13, 2021 Hi Mitchell, my model is scratch built - based on the plans you find on the internet. I inverted the engine ,used the landing gear of my late Lazy Bee and changed the structure in some details. Karl-Georg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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