Modded Sharkface?

[Tom Major]

Hi folks.

I am getting ready to build my 3rd Sharky, aiming to start during weekend. I had one powered by Cox Golden Bee and one by CF2812E. I love this model for its bullet proof, simple construction and agility, hence next one will be my test platform for small engines - Cox and the like.

My previous models were built without any major modifications, except for 3 channel control. I wonder however, how would Sharky perform with added ailerons and flat wing?

I seem to remember fairly few examples on here, but not sure if it has been done? If so, could I have some feedback on mentioned mods please?

There is also one thing I am not sure about - if I go for flat wing, should I reduce 'factory fitted' downthrust?

Thanks in advance for any pointers.

PS Here is a picture of my two models, of which one was recovered after meeting with a tree.....


 

Edited By Tom Major on 22/11/2017 22:07:56

[David Davis]

There is a modified Sharkface on The Outerzone known as a Sharkfish. This model may be what you're looking for. **LINK**

[Piers Bowlan]

By 'flat wing' presumably you mean one without dihedral rather than a simple all sheet wing (e.g. Hawes Tucano). If you fancy fitting ailerons or reducing down-thrust just try it and see. With such a simple model it won't take you very long, it should be fun, but it won't be a Shark Face.

[Martin McIntosh]

Having built the original when it came out, Td 049 powered, s/c, in my very early days when I had much quicker reactions. I built a leccy one some years ago, 3 channel. Then a second wing with 1/2 as much dihedral. Works fine.