Gary Clark 1 Posted September 27, 2022 Author Share Posted September 27, 2022 Thanks guys. I'll stick with bands then Murat. I've used zip ties in the past to keep wings together but not a massive fan however they do work well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Clark 1 Posted October 18, 2022 Author Share Posted October 18, 2022 Hi All, Sorry for the lack of updates, it's been a busy few weeks. Well the Elan is finished! There was plenty of room up front for the motor and battery and my 3s 2200 leaves the CG in exactly the right place. I flew her on Sunday and she feels nose heavy so I think I'll Put a smaller battery in to shift the CG slightly aft. There are still some decals to put on but I'm pleased with how she came out Gary 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Gates Posted October 18, 2022 Share Posted October 18, 2022 She looks superb Gary, well done and I am glad she had a successful maiden. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murat Kece 1 Posted October 18, 2022 Share Posted October 18, 2022 well done Gary. it looks great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Clark 1 Posted October 18, 2022 Author Share Posted October 18, 2022 Thanks Gents I went with the zip tie approach as you suggested Murat, simple and saves any faff. How did you find the recommended CG? My one feels a little nose heavy at the 77mm it suggests Gary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Clark 1 Posted October 25, 2022 Author Share Posted October 25, 2022 I got some decals on and sorted the trim for the elevator. I bought some smaller batteries in an attempt to move the CG back but I don't like how tail heavy it makes her. One thing I will try is leaving the CG and having the motor brake on as it was windmilling last time and I reckon that will at some drag at the front. Has anyone tried a CG other than the 77mm suggested? Gary 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Clark 1 Posted October 29, 2022 Author Share Posted October 29, 2022 Another couple of flights with the Elan today. The CG is ideal now the elevator is setup better and it just stays airborne for ages! I now see what you guys were saying about spoilers.....I think it took me 4 attempts on my first flight today to land withing 50m of my intended spot! I'm still getting used to gliders so by the end of the day I managed to get it low enough to fly the final turn and come in at sensible speed. Lovely looking aircraft and flys great. Really enjoying the relaxed nature of gliding Gary 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatMc Posted October 29, 2022 Share Posted October 29, 2022 Model looks great Gary. Nice to hear that you're enjoying gliding. 👍 Have you tried using the prop as a spoiler ? On approach open the the throttle just enough to get the motor running, which takes the brake off allowing the prop to freewheel when you dip the nose. This will steepen the descent without the model speeding up appreciably, just don't forget to close the throttle int time before touch down. Another way to steepen the descent is to weave left & right alternately on the approach. Trick here is to time each changeover of rudder direction just as the initial yaw response changes to bank. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Clark 1 Posted October 29, 2022 Author Share Posted October 29, 2022 Hi Pat, Not tried that yet so will give it a go tomorrow hopefully. Not too experienced having just a rudder yet so will play about with that too and see how I get on! Gary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Clark 1 Posted October 30, 2022 Author Share Posted October 30, 2022 I had a quick flight this morning before the rain started and the prop braking worked well. I definitely see me building another glider and would like something with a more complex wing. What recommendations would you guys have? I still want a traditional built but I'm also building a Brian Taylor Spitfire so it will be when I want a break from that! Gary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Bertram Posted October 30, 2022 Share Posted October 30, 2022 Nice looking model, well done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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