Glyn44 Posted January 3, 2015 Share Posted January 3, 2015 Good point Mike, I will just push them into the wood. Most of the pics explain a stage,ok. I agree that some times they leave me somewhat puzzled as to what is being shown, but atterbury looking at the parts plan I have got there upto now. I'm a bit worried that I will glue something to early and be unable to do something later on. So,taking it steady. I guess there's no harm in that though. Perhaps you would explain the D box to me. Regards, Glyn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Adams 3 Posted January 4, 2015 Share Posted January 4, 2015 Slowly catchy monkey, yes that;s the way to go, a D box is when you have made the wing, you cover from the leading edge back to the main spar with 1/16 balsa, this applies to the bottom as well as the top, this makes the wing rigid and less likely to break with a bit of a hard landing, the cap strips on the formers should meet up to the 1/16 balsa on the main spar, the best way to apply the 1/16 is to wet it a bit so as it will bend to the shape from the L /E to the main spar, also you may find it easier to do the D box to each wing half before you join them together, also don't forget the wash out at the tips. here's hoping this helps. Mike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glyn44 Posted January 4, 2015 Share Posted January 4, 2015 Ok Mike, got the idea. Show me a pic of your wings if possible. I'll check on washout but am assuming it's taken care of in the plan, yes? Sun 4th Jan Progress so far, not much today as it was freezing in workroom, and I went to watch the Tigers pm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glyn44 Posted January 4, 2015 Share Posted January 4, 2015 Ive no idea why these have been inverted, sorry(above pics previous post Glyn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WolstonFlyer Posted January 4, 2015 Share Posted January 4, 2015 After reading this build thread I have just ordered the full build kit from RBC, it seems like very good value and a well kitted model. I will post some pictures when I get started Hopefully the delivery will not take too long! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glyn44 Posted January 4, 2015 Share Posted January 4, 2015 Hello, welcome, Are you a novice like me, or is this your second build, making you a real expert in my eyes! I'll let u know any pitfalls I find on this blog, keep tuned. A small criticism of the kit, none of the components are notated on the wooden parts, so it takes some sorting out if you a newbie builder, and therefore not to expert at reading the plan. As Mike says above, very steady is the way forward. Have fun and keep us posted. Kind regards, Glyn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WolstonFlyer Posted January 4, 2015 Share Posted January 4, 2015 Hi Glyn Well.... I have started builds for the last two years mass builds ( RAF Tucano, and DB Tinker biplane ) but they were both basically scratch builds from plans and both are sitting on my desk waiting to be finished I have since been flying ARTF foamy gliders, mainly an AXN from HobbyKing so I am hoping that this proper kit will be the first build that I actually get finished! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glyn44 Posted January 4, 2015 Share Posted January 4, 2015 Oh I know that scenario too well. My kit came inside 5 days, but I made myself finish off all my various projects before I could even open the box. It spurred me on to great things! Finished a new build, a wots wot, 2 ic to electric conversions ( kwik fly 3 and a spacewalker) and a repair to pc9 roulette, yep I crashed it. Then I started the Eagle, see it can be done, though not seen the wife for 11 days! Get to it. Glyn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WolstonFlyer Posted January 4, 2015 Share Posted January 4, 2015 Working 50 hour weeks (on average) and 3 kids doesn't help the situation! Good to know the delivery of the kit is only about 5 days That gives me time to go and get some CA glue and sort out some space to build it other than the kitchen table. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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WolstonFlyer Posted January 4, 2015 Share Posted January 4, 2015 I don't know about Puffin Models, I don't see it on their website. This is the link to the full kit at RBC **LINK** There is also a short kit version if you already have metric balsa sizes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glyn44 Posted January 5, 2015 Share Posted January 5, 2015 Quick word of warning, if you buy the kit that comes with a full size plan, all the notations are in Dutch! So you may need to buy a plan from RCM&E as well. I think the plan alone is £12, so why not buy a back copy of the magazine, it's cheaper and comes with a plan. Just a thought. Glyn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glyn44 Posted January 5, 2015 Share Posted January 5, 2015 Think I have a small problem. I don't appear to have been sent any 3mm x 4 mm balsa strip in my full woodpack. Anyone else found this? Problem is there isn't a shop within 20 miles of me that would sell it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Adams 3 Posted January 5, 2015 Share Posted January 5, 2015 hi Glyn, oops if you haven't any then you could glue two pieces together from the spare pieces that you cut the formers from, With out looking where does those pieces go ? Mike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Adams 3 Posted January 5, 2015 Share Posted January 5, 2015 Sorry Glyn, do not glue any together,I think you could cut some from the spare that is left after the bits have been taken out. taking care which you use, Mike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trebor Posted January 5, 2015 Share Posted January 5, 2015 I'll be watching with interest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glyn44 Posted January 5, 2015 Share Posted January 5, 2015 These are the balsa strips that double the thickness, ate the surfaces at the top and bottom of the fusalage sides. I think their purpose is to give a wider depth of surface to give a larger area for glueing on the sheeting top and bottom of the fusalage body. I have emailed Rob Bulk at the Dutch woodpack supply company, this is his reply: " sorry to hear that, we have sold many Red Eagle packs, and you are the first to mention this. this item is NOT included in the pack. You have to cut cut from some spare balsa. It is not my design, I only sell what I am told. " So there we have it. You probably will have to make it yourselves, as I could not find any 3mm x 4mm strip anywhere. I had a wood pack , not for a model, so I did just that. Would be nice if it could be added though, I think. Am I right in thinking that all parts ie vertical, horizontal tail sections wing panels and dihedrals etc. are covered before being mated together and fixed onto adjoining bits. Anyway things going ok I think, I'm learning a lot, Going to remove all the glue from my fingers now!!! Keep it up, Glyn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ton van Munsteren Posted January 5, 2015 Author Share Posted January 5, 2015 Hi Glyn, Yes sorry about the strips which I should have mentioned in the article, that they should be cut from the 3mm sheet. Yes your correct covering the vertical and horizontal tail sections first before placing on the fuse. But don't forget to remove a small piece of covering before you glue the parts on the fuse. It would also be easier to alighn the sections on the fuse with the wing screwed in place as an reference. The Wings inner and outer panel should go together before covering. Cheers Ton Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ton van Munsteren Posted January 5, 2015 Author Share Posted January 5, 2015 Wolstonflyer, Looking forward to your build of the RedEagle. Trebor, Great to have you here are you planning on building the RedEagle. Cheers Ton Edited By Ton van Munsteren on 05/01/2015 21:40:48 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Ton van Munsteren Posted January 5, 2015 Author Share Posted January 5, 2015 Percy, Puffin is one of the dealers but Iam not sure if he has the RedEagle on stock. Cheers Ton Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trebor Posted January 5, 2015 Share Posted January 5, 2015 Posted by Ton van Munsteren on 05/01/2015 21:35:02: Wolstonflyer, Looking forward to your build of the RedEagle. Trebor, Great to have you here are you planning on building the RedEagle. Cheers Ton Edited By Ton van Munsteren on 05/01/2015 21:40:48 I would love to have a go, there is a few things to sort out first though it's been a long time since I built my last one. A powered glider would be more use to me later on in the year. What wind speeds is it suited to ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WolstonFlyer Posted January 5, 2015 Share Posted January 5, 2015 I have just ordered my covering film from GianShark, transparent red and yellow just like the original! They have a bit of a sale on at the moment and a 5m roll is only 7.69 so I bought two rolls of each Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ton van Munsteren Posted January 5, 2015 Author Share Posted January 5, 2015 trebor, I have flown it up to 5bft but to be honest, thats to much and not much fun. For me the max is 3bft , the RedEagle is a lightweight and an relax (slow) flying model. Have you seen the vdo I have posted on an earlier page, it will give an good idea of how the RedEagle is flying. Cheers Ton Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glyn44 Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 Hi Ton, Thanks for the information. I have cut and fitted the strips now, so will be pressing on with the sheeting next. I am supposing that it will be best to fit the motor before sheeting front bottom and top of fuse. Regards, Glyn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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