barry knight Posted November 1, 2016 Author Share Posted November 1, 2016 This picture shows the Nav light wiring to the tail. All holes will be laser cut . The builder will mearly tie them in possition to prevent control snagging. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barry knight Posted November 2, 2016 Author Share Posted November 2, 2016 Posted by barry knight on 01/11/2016 21:20:41: This picture below shows the Engine mount. It is fitted with sideways slidding tabs that interlock onto the fire wall. I have tested this design too to destruction to ensure it will be strong enough. It will also be adjustable in length to accomodate different motors. The electric mount will follow on the 3rd aeroplane. Edited By barry knight on 02/11/2016 09:20:13 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barry knight Posted November 2, 2016 Author Share Posted November 2, 2016 Just a note on this picture. Thos gangly looking U/C legs will be faired! And possibly the wheels fitted with Spats. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Kendrick 1 Posted November 2, 2016 Share Posted November 2, 2016 Looking very impressive Barry! Is it still looking like November that you will have kits ready? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danny Fenton Posted November 2, 2016 Share Posted November 2, 2016 Very nice work Barry, well done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barry knight Posted November 2, 2016 Author Share Posted November 2, 2016 Look closer at this wing saddle picture and you will see an Aluminium tube section just above the wing spar. There is also one out of view below it. These hold the wing saddle in the frames F4 and F5 providing strength and correct location. The out of view bottom one also allows the pull / pull rudder cable to pass through it. This goes to the working pedals! Oh yes. The fuel tank will allso be visable from the cockpit for quik ref on level... Great for FPV! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barry knight Posted November 2, 2016 Author Share Posted November 2, 2016 Posted by Richard Kendrick 1 on 02/11/2016 09:22:02: Looking very impressive Barry! Is it still looking like November that you will have kits ready? Thank you. I am trying for that Richard. Test flights will give me the answers! If it all goes well I am hoping to put a few out for end of November... This is also weather dependant as you know! I have ordered Sample boxes today for packaging, and will start compiling instructions for the build along with photos etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barry knight Posted November 2, 2016 Author Share Posted November 2, 2016 Posted by Danny Fenton on 02/11/2016 09:36:22: Very nice work Barry, well done Thank you Danny. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philflyer Posted November 2, 2016 Share Posted November 2, 2016 I've always liked the Vans designs, they look as though they were models first. Top marks for your design, inspect test methods. I doubt that many of our ARTFs are as carefully researched. I was an aircraft tradesman in the RAF too so I recognise the thought process behind your methods - especially the frangible links in the cockpit. We were (quite rightly) paranoid about loose articles jamming controls weren't we? I have just one thought that you might consider. Most models of this size can have a wide variety of propulsion systems fitted and their weight distribution can vary greatly. I see you have thought of including access and support in the rear fuselage for the servos etc, love it. Will there be room for batteries too? I have changed from glow to small petrol engines and they are bigger and heavier than a glow engine of similar power so getting the balance right without adding ballast, which I refuse to do, is a problem. There is also an ignition system to consider. I had to make my own access panels, in the models I have, so I could fit the 2 sets of batteries behind the wing to get the c of g right. Both of these designs, one an ARTF the other a plan, were over-engineered compared to yours so making access panels was a pain but not a big problem. Access to the rear fuselage is always useful anyway, even if it's only to check the control runs after an incident! Just a thought. Love what you're doing and looking forward to the kit. Edited By Philflyer on 02/11/2016 11:32:03 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barry knight Posted November 2, 2016 Author Share Posted November 2, 2016 Hi there Philflyer. Good to hear from a fello Raffy. Yes it was really emotional to put scales on the wings on proto 1 and pull till they broke! My scales go to 25 kg's and they maxed out with no cracking or breaking! Had to put my back into breaking them... They finally went at the centre section . I doubt we will be able to break them in flight. Stronger than I would have imagined. I havent thought of putting a gas motor in ? I don't have any experience with them, I will however look into it. There is plenty of room for batteries where the fuel tank is now. I recon I could get at least 2 3500MA 4 cell batteries in there for electric and still have them hidden. We will see. Would an ignition unit fit in the ply engine mount ( how big is it? ) When I come to sell them I will be including an ideas/ complaints form and I will be on hand for any support needed, be it making up different engine mounts etc.. Thanks for tunning in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barry knight Posted November 3, 2016 Author Share Posted November 3, 2016 2nd wings on the way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barry knight Posted November 3, 2016 Author Share Posted November 3, 2016 Servo cradle. Thinking about making it removeable for maintenance? Edited By barry knight on 03/11/2016 13:27:05 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barry knight Posted November 3, 2016 Author Share Posted November 3, 2016 This pic shows the wing spar offered up into the saddle. Perfect fit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Kelly Posted November 4, 2016 Share Posted November 4, 2016 signed up to the forum to follow this thread as a friend sent it to me. looking forward to when this is available to buy, keep up the good work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barry knight Posted November 5, 2016 Author Share Posted November 5, 2016 Hey Phil. I will let you know for sure. Thanks for the help you gave me with CAD/ Sketch up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barry knight Posted November 5, 2016 Author Share Posted November 5, 2016 Hands down ... the easiest wings I have ever built! The design phase was painful though, to get it here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barry knight Posted November 5, 2016 Author Share Posted November 5, 2016 The cockpit view. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barry knight Posted November 7, 2016 Author Share Posted November 7, 2016 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barry knight Posted November 8, 2016 Author Share Posted November 8, 2016 skinning next stage. My sample box arrived today too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PAUL DODS-BROOKS Posted November 9, 2016 Share Posted November 9, 2016 Hi Bazz. Loving the project.... can't wait to see it fly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barry knight Posted November 9, 2016 Author Share Posted November 9, 2016 Thanks Paul. Hopefully next week. Getting nervous now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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barry knight Posted November 9, 2016 Author Share Posted November 9, 2016 The above video is an FPV set up I did on an FMS 1400 FW190. A bit un-refined but it is what will be going into the RV4. It will be more refined, have better visuals and have a more realistic feel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barry knight Posted November 11, 2016 Author Share Posted November 11, 2016 Working on my Vac forming machine... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barry knight Posted November 21, 2016 Author Share Posted November 21, 2016 Edited By barry knight on 21/11/2016 23:16:54 Edited By barry knight on 21/11/2016 23:17:46 Edited By barry knight on 21/11/2016 23:20:04 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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