Philip Rawlinson Posted November 14, 2014 Author Share Posted November 14, 2014 Thanks Chris, at last someone who realises how important the first part of the build is, it's like a jigsaw once the hard first part is in place the rest justs slots into place Oops think I just lost me a Texan lol. Edited By Philip Rawlinson on 14/11/2014 07:11:44 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shane Sunday Posted November 14, 2014 Share Posted November 14, 2014 I love these type of builds! i glean so much information, tricks and tips. this is the type of class they should have had in school. brilliant work fellas! I'm going to build a 72 inch L-19 this winter using as many of these techniques as possible. Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roy Mundy Posted November 14, 2014 Share Posted November 14, 2014 Wow what an Amazing build, I have only just caught back up with your build. Roy you never stop amazing me with your talent, Well Done! Philip you have got to be pleased with that mate. im looking forward to watching the Maiden. Regards Roy M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Electriflier Posted November 14, 2014 Share Posted November 14, 2014 Many thanks indeed for all your comments. Too kind...... Ian, Yes, I agree. The whole model looks totally different with the canopy. Tony, I've seen your builds so, from you, high praise indeed - thank you. Danny, Thanks again. Monz - The future's bright!. You know, I'm almost tempted. Had it not been for the fact that I know, in fact, we ALL know just how talented a builder you are and just how good all your builds are......well I think you should be building one for me Chris, Again, you're more than capable of getting that bird finished! What about a log update? Shane, If the build has inspired you then - it was worth writing up! - thank you and good luck with your build. Roy, as ever, thank you for the kind words. Now, Phil....... Whats all this about a jigsaw? The last few pieces need slotting into place so if you fancy calling in tomorrow, I'll be more than happy to let you complete the puzzle. Ready for collection................... Regards Roy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philip Rawlinson Posted November 14, 2014 Author Share Posted November 14, 2014 Roy I cannot wait, it's like Christmas Eve but x 10. As for the last pieces of the jigsaw I hope you have the box lid with the picture on as I am scared to death my sausage fingers will not even be up to the little finishing touches but I am really looking forward to trying. See you tomorrow and again many thanks. Phil. P.S. Just delving down the back of the settee for the outstanding balance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Bennett Posted November 14, 2014 Share Posted November 14, 2014 just love it. sooooo good looking and smart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Electriflier Posted November 15, 2014 Share Posted November 15, 2014 Looks like Christmas came early for Mr Rawlinson! Hmmmmmm..... bench is now clear.....what next?? Enjoy it Phil! Regards Roy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Hopkin Posted November 15, 2014 Share Posted November 15, 2014 Posted by Electriflier on 15/11/2014 13:59:29: Hmmmmmm..... bench is now clear.....what next?? Avro Anson................. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philip Rawlinson Posted November 15, 2014 Author Share Posted November 15, 2014 Still staring at it and grinning like a Cheshire cat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SR 71 Posted November 15, 2014 Share Posted November 15, 2014 That is a stunning model, A cracking build Roy and Phil I would also be grinning like a cat Tony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philip Rawlinson Posted November 23, 2014 Author Share Posted November 23, 2014 Well after Santa Electriflier relinquished his grip on the magnificent Texan last week I have had a few enjoyable and a few trying evenings doing the little finishing touches. The frustrating bit was getting the mechanical retracts to work smoothly with no binding and servo chatter. The enjoyable bits included filling the lovely cowl Roy fashioned with something that slightly resembled a radial engine. The gear has been installed and the battery location sorted so no additional weight is required to attain the estimated C of G. There are a few little filling and painting jobs to do but we are on course for a possible maiden next Sunday weather permitting after me and Roy have arm wrestled to decide who gets the honour. Thanks for reading Phil. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Electriflier Posted November 23, 2014 Share Posted November 23, 2014 Nice one Phil! looks great! Arm wrestle? No need my friend. The honour is all yours. I'll take the photographs for a change. Here's hoping for favourable weather next Sunday. Regards Roy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Electriflier Posted November 30, 2014 Share Posted November 30, 2014 The Maiden........ Congratulations Phil! Takeoff I'll leave Phil to add the narrative - Regards Roy Edited By Electriflier on 30/11/2014 20:30:35 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roy Mundy Posted November 30, 2014 Share Posted November 30, 2014 Wow wow wow ! What a lovely job Well Done you two you have got to be pleased with that? It looks like it didn't even need any trimming ! a great model and a great maiden. enjoy flying her Happy Christmas Regards Roy M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Bennett Posted November 30, 2014 Share Posted November 30, 2014 lovely flight sir. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philip Rawlinson Posted November 30, 2014 Author Share Posted November 30, 2014 Little bit of aileron trim and that was all, great testament to the talents of the designer/builder and joint owner of the friendliest and most helpful hobby shop in the u.k. Depron guru Electriflier Roy. I cannot thank you enough for giving me the chance to own a one of a kind aircraft, I am still buzzing after today's flight. Cheers Phil. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geoff noble Posted December 1, 2014 Share Posted December 1, 2014 what to say brilliant well done what next Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Tayler Posted December 1, 2014 Share Posted December 1, 2014 As a"watcher only" of this fascinating post I now feel I must add my congratulations to Electriflier for a fantastic model. I will haveto visit his shop to do it in person too! What a star. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martian Posted December 1, 2014 Share Posted December 1, 2014 Brilliant superb congratulations to you both Roy and Phil Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philip Rawlinson Posted December 1, 2014 Author Share Posted December 1, 2014 Thanks to everyone on the kind comments, I know Roy appreciates the comments from fellow modelers and this has been a great experience for me. I am really looking forward to flying this model and adding a few more finishing touches starting with a nice set of more reliable electric screw retracts ( obviously from my local model shop Thanks for following and watch this space because I am sure Roy will not have a clear building board for long. Edited By Philip Rawlinson on 01/12/2014 21:31:52 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian101 Posted December 1, 2014 Share Posted December 1, 2014 Well done chaps, another cracker. Enjoyed following this build and look forward to the next. Roy has probably got the next one half done already. Regards Ian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Electriflier Posted July 19, 2015 Share Posted July 19, 2015 Update.... After quite a few very successful flights and an upgrade to the retracts carried out by Phil, I thought some of you might like to see one or two more photo's that I've taken over the past few outings. Phil has replaced the mechanical retracts for some Eflite servoless ones which I liked so much, I have upgraded the Spitfire too. Every time he flies the Texan, it just seems t get better. It sounds beautiful and according to Phil, handles like a dream. Edited By Electriflier on 19/07/2015 16:29:13 Edited By Electriflier on 19/07/2015 16:29:46 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martian Posted July 20, 2015 Share Posted July 20, 2015 it's a lovely plane and certainly looks very grown up and real in the air Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Holland 2 Posted July 20, 2015 Share Posted July 20, 2015 Please, Mr Electriflier, Sir, could we have a new project from you? I'm getting dreadful withdrawal symptoms! David Holland Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philip Rawlinson Posted July 20, 2015 Author Share Posted July 20, 2015 Thanks for the pics Roy, and it is indeed a joy to fly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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