neil martin 1 Posted December 24, 2018 Share Posted December 24, 2018 Looking for some advice. Ive been flying over 10 years and would consider myself a competent pilot (B Level) but have never built anything. Im always in awe of the aircraft on the showline at the Nationals and other events I visit and would ultimately love to produce something of that scale in years to come. After some research, I can see that my question has been answered many times. I suppose im looking for some modern UK opinions as lots of rcgroups/universe appear from google searches. If there are any links available to this subject then Id be grateful if you could send them. What is a good beginner warbird kit for a total newbie? I understand that I should maybe start with a high wing trainer of some type, but my flying skills are passed that and it is ultimately a warbird that will drive me on to produce the end result as I have a keen interest in them. Thanks in advance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Hammond Posted December 24, 2018 Share Posted December 24, 2018 Why not try something simple for a start like the SLEC Limbo Dancer ,most of the parts are laser cut and they are British made,and good fun to fly ,pun intended! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Moody Posted December 24, 2018 Share Posted December 24, 2018 The Topflite P47 Thunderbolt is a nice and easy kit to build with a great instruction book included and it looks good and fly's nicely as well. It might be tricky to get one but it's worth it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kc Posted December 24, 2018 Share Posted December 24, 2018 There is so much work in a scale model that it would be better to start with a sports model. I would suggest the Limbo Dancer or the SLEC Fun Fly which are much quicker to build and useful as hack models or for engine running in. Equally good would be the Gangster 63 Lite from Mick Reeves. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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SONNY MONKS Posted December 24, 2018 Share Posted December 24, 2018 Ben Buckle super 60,high wing four channel,or the low wing four channel.a good old traditional kit,and still quite popular. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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SONNY MONKS Posted December 24, 2018 Share Posted December 24, 2018 Fair comment percy,i must admit,ive built three now,i suppose they can be a bit dreary lol! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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neil martin 1 Posted December 24, 2018 Author Share Posted December 24, 2018 Thank you all for the feedback. I understand the complex issues thqt are faced with warbird build so would like to have this exposure to be able to learn them...but maybe for a second or third build. Do the topflite kits require a good level of experience in this regard? Maybe a low wing sports model is the way to go for first build. Would be looking for something I could complete fairly quickly and gain valuable knowledge at the same time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Fry Posted December 24, 2018 Share Posted December 24, 2018 Welcome, you are a problem. Now we are used to beginners wot can't fly. But a flyer wot can't build. I would follow Percy's advice, get it built, warts and all, but at least it will fly, and be worth flying. Next one will be better. Just bear in mind, the "traditional" built kits tend to be heavier than ARTF. Work to minimise the difference, and learn to fly a heavier model. Keep you away from adulterous behaviour for a few years. Too busy. Merry Christmas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Fry Posted December 24, 2018 Share Posted December 24, 2018 To answer a specific question, TopFlite kits are good, but old school. They have issues, that experience will overcome. Try one four? airframes down the line. Unless your background gives transferable skills? Edited By Don Fry on 24/12/2018 18:54:43 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neil martin 1 Posted December 24, 2018 Author Share Posted December 24, 2018 Thanks Don. Product of modern times...ive cut my teeth on foamies and artf's and have regretted not building earlier! Suppose I just need to get one done and learn from there. I've done countless repair projects so that helps but now need to progress to a full build. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neil martin 1 Posted December 24, 2018 Author Share Posted December 24, 2018 Have an engineering background and created technical drawings so I'm not totally out of my depth! Merry Christmas 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Don Fry Posted December 24, 2018 Share Posted December 24, 2018 That's twice in one day, I have agreed with Percy. Not a usual condition. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kc Posted December 24, 2018 Share Posted December 24, 2018 One of the skills of building from plans is the selection of balsa. If you buy a kit this is already done for you, hopefully building from a kit gets you this knowledge ( if the selection is good ) Of course you could just get an experienced builder to pick the balsa from your stock. Selection is not just weight but what is stiff enough and what can be bent for L.E. sheeting etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Skilbeck Posted December 24, 2018 Share Posted December 24, 2018 How about a Funfighter, would be a good introduction to building a warbird. Up to you how much detail you add. https://www.cambrianplanes.co.uk/ http://www.funfighters.co.uk/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Fry Posted December 24, 2018 Share Posted December 24, 2018 Good idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew767 Posted December 24, 2018 Share Posted December 24, 2018 Just a thought...but what about an Acro Wot?...Fairly simple to ease yourself into building but interesting enough for a B Cert holder to fly. Andrew Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Fry Posted December 24, 2018 Share Posted December 24, 2018 You haven't said, what size do you fly. You might be aware, the chris wot jobs come in two sizes, Mind, the larger ones, perhaps big enough to have a bit of supervision to build. Could be expensive and perhaps dangerous mistakes. Have you a potential partner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan M Posted December 25, 2018 Share Posted December 25, 2018 Neil, do you intend for your first (warbird) kit build for IC or electric? Not that it makes a lot of difference to the building aspect, just wondering. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan M Posted December 25, 2018 Share Posted December 25, 2018 Posted by Andrew767 on 24/12/2018 20:33:33: Just a thought...but what about an Acro Wot?...Fairly simple to ease yourself into building but interesting enough for a B Cert holder to fly. Andrew Or (as has been mentioned) a Mick Reeves Gangster 63 Lite? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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