Chris Cudlip Posted April 13, 2016 Share Posted April 13, 2016 Hi all, just gone and bought myself the Extra 300s. Just thought I'd start a thread to see if there's anybody else on here that has built or planning to build one of these. It only arrived this morning but pleased with the content on quick inspection! Just going to read through the hefty instruction mannual then get started!! Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john stones 1 - Moderator Posted April 13, 2016 Share Posted April 13, 2016 Get it put on Chris, plenty of photos Not had one but am nosey John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martyn K Posted April 13, 2016 Share Posted April 13, 2016 Yes please - lets see what its like and how you get on M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Cudlip Posted April 13, 2016 Author Share Posted April 13, 2016 Okay, I'll try and take time out to put photos up as I'm going! My last attempt at a build blog started well but I forgot half way through the build, once I realized I popped a few pics of the finished model!! I'll pop a few pics on later. Just started on the stab and so far so good!! Going to be a struggle to build this monster built in my tiny cave!! chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Cudlip Posted April 14, 2016 Author Share Posted April 14, 2016 Managed to get a good few hours in the shed last night. As per instructions I worked on the stab, elevators, fin and rudder. Pretty straight forward so far. Great quality wood and very detailed instructions have made for a good start! Stab sheeted top and bottom then sanded flush Elevators Fin Both sides sheeted; heavy weight on a wooden chopping board to ensure a good bond. Rudder half built. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Cudlip Posted April 14, 2016 Author Share Posted April 14, 2016 Tail surfaces complete; just need the edges rounding and V'd ready to cut in hinges and cover! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ben goodfellow 1 Posted April 14, 2016 Share Posted April 14, 2016 got an unstarted kit the same as this, interested to see how it turns out... fly low Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Simmons Posted April 15, 2016 Share Posted April 15, 2016 Hi, will be following this post with interest after building a 300s myself last year. I am new to the forum but not new to model building by any stretch of the imagination. If you need any advice or tips feel free to drop me a DM. Glad to help out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Cudlip Posted April 15, 2016 Author Share Posted April 15, 2016 I'll try and keep the blog full of photos!! I'm really surprised that there hasn't been a previous blog for this kit! Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john stones 1 - Moderator Posted April 15, 2016 Share Posted April 15, 2016 What's w/span and weight on this Chris and how you powering it ? John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Cudlip Posted April 15, 2016 Author Share Posted April 15, 2016 Hi John, it's 64" with a stated finish weight of 7lb. I'm still undecided about the motor but thinking of trying a petrol engine for the first time. I've been looking at the Evolution 20cc but might go for the 10cc (.60) which is the model design size. YouTube has a few videos of these kits with DLE20's and they appear to to go well. Petrol looks the better option for both price and usability, but really need to do more research before I commit. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martyn K Posted April 15, 2016 Share Posted April 15, 2016 They look fairly scale sized Control Surfaces. I take it that is not a 3D capable machine. (Which IMO, is a good thing) Martyn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Cudlip Posted April 15, 2016 Author Share Posted April 15, 2016 Hi Martyn, not sure about the machine being 3D capable but the pilot certainly isn't!!! I'll be using it for basic aerobatics for the moment!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Cudlip Posted April 15, 2016 Author Share Posted April 15, 2016 Managed to get a few more hours in the shed this morning; started on the left wing. I have to say that the laser cut ribs popped out from the sheet with ease and required little sanding. Also, none of the ribs required sanding to fit the wing spar top or bottom. Instructions and plans are very easy to follow too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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john stones 1 - Moderator Posted April 15, 2016 Share Posted April 15, 2016 Nice size then Chris, those ribs look nice and light and it's got proper ailerons on John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich too Posted April 16, 2016 Share Posted April 16, 2016 Subscribed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Cudlip Posted April 17, 2016 Author Share Posted April 17, 2016 Thanks Rich. Nice to have some interest in my build. I'm hoping to get back in the shed tomorrow, I'm now getting ready to start the last of 3 13 hour night shifts! Alway find that work gets in the way of fun!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Cudlip Posted April 18, 2016 Author Share Posted April 18, 2016 Had a good few hours on the build this afternoon. This really is a lovely build so far. A few minor issues with the servo tray but that's it so far! Just stared on the right hand. Wing now. This needs to built up to the same point as the left one before they get joined together. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Cudlip Posted April 27, 2016 Author Share Posted April 27, 2016 After a week away from the shed I managed to get a few hous back on the build. Again, pretty straight forward with no real snags! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich too Posted April 28, 2016 Share Posted April 28, 2016 Good work You seem to be moving the build around the house! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john stones 1 - Moderator Posted April 28, 2016 Share Posted April 28, 2016 Like your tiles Chris, wings not too shabby either John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Cudlip Posted April 28, 2016 Author Share Posted April 28, 2016 Thanks guys! Unfortunately my shed is only big enough to accommodate smaller models. In hindsight I might have been better getting the smaller 40 sized version! If only the boss realized I was using the kitchen as a workshop last night!! By the time she was back from work it was all back to normal! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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