john stones 1 - Moderator Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 Been a while since a mass build, we have new members who've never done one. What's the feelings out there on having one combining the two above ? Format was aimed at encouraging new builders and models chosen to suit in the orignal ones, format on this (if done) need not follow suit. Help would still be there for the less experienced. Purpose for me (you may have your own proposal) is to create something enjoyable to do and some interaction between members/threads. Model ? I don't care what models get built, It's the participants that make It work. What type of model ? Any type, glider, free flight, sports, scale, etc choice is yours. Input/opinions please. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff S Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 How about a Peter Miller design? Not sure which one but he's been offering his designs for a long time and it would be good to celebrate that - not that I'm implying that Peter's design output period, though long and distinguished, matches the 100th anniversary of the BMFA ? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dad_flyer Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 Or a plan from the twenties. We can practice building light and using either issue or laminating film on something that can be quite a quick build. I am sure someone could also do RC recommendations, and others will do a scale up. Outerzone gives a number of options. I have not finished my RCM&E 60th anniversary kakadu yet... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevin b Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 The way I see it is; Any model as long as it is built from plans, not a kit. Has to be finished this year. Build reports, photos, queries and answers to be posted on this thread. Simply linking blogs to the thread not allowed. Models to be kept to non scale - sports scale types (No hanger queens, or museum pieces). Photo of finished model posted on thread (preferably flying). It would be nice to see progress reports and encouragement in the magazine. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EarlyBird Posted January 29, 2022 Share Posted January 29, 2022 Mine is peter Miller's Team MiniMax I hope others will join in. ? Start time is when the mag hits the mat. Finish before the end of the flying season, September? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john stones 1 - Moderator Posted January 29, 2022 Author Share Posted January 29, 2022 I'm for any model you may choose, kit or plan ? Either for me, plan builds quite often start with laser cut parts. Minimal rules, and no talking it to death is my preference. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EarlyBird Posted January 29, 2022 Share Posted January 29, 2022 For me the aim is to encourage building and rules form obstacles that could put people off. I like following kit builds so why not. Static model why not. Anything will be of interest to me. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Masher Posted January 29, 2022 Share Posted January 29, 2022 Good idea John. If it was a "build what you want" without rules, maybe the thrust (see what I did there) could be to get over 100 models built. This could then form one of the centenary strands mentioned in the BMFA mag. By keeping it simple, even people with little spare time or money could take part 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john stones 1 - Moderator Posted January 29, 2022 Author Share Posted January 29, 2022 It could be whatever people are willing to join in on Masher, as simple or as complex as builders wish. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Bates Posted January 29, 2022 Share Posted January 29, 2022 (edited) Keep it British any Keil Kraft Model. Edited January 29, 2022 by Chris Bates Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EarlyBird Posted January 29, 2022 Share Posted January 29, 2022 1 minute ago, Chris Bates said: Keep it British any Kiel Kraft Model. That would cut me out for a start. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leccyflyer Posted January 29, 2022 Share Posted January 29, 2022 I might be up for a build to celebrate 100 years of the BMFA (SMAE) - maybe something representative of the golden years of early radio modelling? Based on the above it could be the right time to retrieve the Mini Super kit from the kit mountain and have a stab at making that work, coming up to fifty years since my unsuccessful attempt in the early 70's. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john stones 1 - Moderator Posted January 29, 2022 Author Share Posted January 29, 2022 I've had an itch to build a Super 60, I like open structure builds, aileron version and I.C. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EarlyBird Posted January 29, 2022 Share Posted January 29, 2022 Can we make a start by creating 2022 in the mass builds? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john stones 1 - Moderator Posted January 29, 2022 Author Share Posted January 29, 2022 Lets see if there's any interest first Steve, you could end up being a mass builder of one. ? If it is a goer we'll open threads in MB section. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EarlyBird Posted January 29, 2022 Share Posted January 29, 2022 Two you and I 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EarlyBird Posted January 29, 2022 Share Posted January 29, 2022 ? I have decided what I am building and the topic will be in Peter Miller plan builders. The MB will link to that so if no one else joins in the MB can be deleted and nothing will be lost. Creating the MB section sends a big message that we are having one and come join in. For me there has been too much chat already.? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Ashby - Moderator Posted January 29, 2022 Share Posted January 29, 2022 6 hours ago, EarlyBird said: Can we make a start by creating 2022 in the mass builds? Done ?? 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EarlyBird Posted January 29, 2022 Share Posted January 29, 2022 First build on here is Peter Miller's Team MiniMax ? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EarlyBird Posted January 30, 2022 Share Posted January 30, 2022 This looks like an ideal kit for the first time builder. Vintage MC Super Cub Just looking around for ideas. Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EarlyBird Posted January 30, 2022 Share Posted January 30, 2022 21 hours ago, Chris Bates said: Keep it British any Keil Kraft Model. I like the idea. Where could we buy a kit? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leccyflyer Posted January 30, 2022 Share Posted January 30, 2022 eBay - or a Ben Buckle version of the Keil Kraft original ought to be suitable. On which note I opened the Mini Super kit yesterday and had a blimp at the dyelined plan. When I was a youngster I thought my Mini Super was gigantic, but looking at the 48" span plan, it's diddy. I have some decisions to make, if this thing takes off - whether to take part, when to take part, what power train to use for the model. I have an unrun pair of PAW diesels a 1.49 RC and a PAW 15 RC -which is closer to the 2.49 that I had fifty years ago. The alternative, which I'd be more comfortable with would be a brushless outrunner on 3s1p 2200mah. Maybe I could build two fuselages, since I have the plan. ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Bates Posted January 30, 2022 Share Posted January 30, 2022 Any British kit Manufacture old or new. https://www.benbucklevintage.com/ http://belairdigital.co.uk/ https://www.sarikhobbies.com/model-aircraft-builder/ https://outerzone.co.uk/ https://aerofred.com/ Plenty to choose. Plan built is my Choice. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leccyflyer Posted January 30, 2022 Share Posted January 30, 2022 I think Chris's idea definitely has legs, in terms of what is being celebrated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EarlyBird Posted January 30, 2022 Share Posted January 30, 2022 I like the mini super but looking at the ben buckle web site there is no way to buy. How did you get yours @leccyflyer? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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