Delks Posted May 8, 2023 Share Posted May 8, 2023 (edited) Work on the new ep Chilli Breeze has been progressing and the airframe is now finally ready to cover. I also aim to give details of an i.c. conversion on the plan. Construction follows the original design but the all sheet tail surfaces have been replaced with built up items and the u/c is now mounted on the fuselage. There are also a few other small changes but the good news is that laser cut ribs are now a possibility or, if you wish to cut your own a set of rib patterns will be on the plan. In the end I decided to opt for a bottom mounted battery hatch as this frees up space for battery and esc and avoids the the need to vandalise the fuselage top. The model was quickly assembled for the photos to give an idea of the general layout. I used slec medium grade balsa throughout and made no particular attempts to save weight and the bare wooden airframe weighed in at 17.8oz/505g. This is about what I expected with a built up wing but a foam wing will only add add a few extra ounces. Edited May 8, 2023 by Delks various 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adrian Smith 1 Posted May 8, 2023 Share Posted May 8, 2023 Love it Delks! Used to fly both the ChiiliWind and ChilliBreeze is OS FP glow. Great aircraft. Be interested in where you sourced the U/C and the power train details. 👍 I am sure I have both plans somewhere in my manuals draw. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nigel R Posted May 8, 2023 Share Posted May 8, 2023 Nice one. Are the aerodynamics the same as the original? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delks Posted May 13, 2023 Author Share Posted May 13, 2023 The updated Chilli Breeze shares most of the details of its predecessor but now has a 13% modified NACA wing section and the fuz has been widened slightly to help with battery access, There are a few other minor changes but the moments etc remain as per the original. Although the new model is designed around an electric set-up I intend to show an ic mod on the plan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven Hurd Posted July 3, 2023 Share Posted July 3, 2023 Is this model available to buy as a kit or a plan, looks superb, do you have any details as to the electric power plant required to fly it ? Keep up the good work it’s appreciated Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delks Posted July 27, 2023 Author Share Posted July 27, 2023 (edited) The Chilli Breeze EP plan is going to be published in the RCM&E. The prototype is now finished and the motor is a 4-Max PO-3541-1270 turning an 11"x7"prop on 3s/ 10"x6" on 4s. The model came out a bit lighter than expected - the ready-to-fly weight is 48oz which includes a 260g lipo. The photos show an alternative angular nose job but the original one could also be used. There will be a few tweeks still to do - more info soon. Edited July 27, 2023 by Delks added another pic and some text 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Outrunner Posted July 27, 2023 Share Posted July 27, 2023 Wow! Looks fantastic! Can't wait for the plan to be published. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven Hurd Posted July 28, 2023 Share Posted July 28, 2023 Well done that looks brilliant, Can’t wait to see it in the mags. Hope the maiden goes well Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Foley Posted September 11, 2023 Share Posted September 11, 2023 Saw Keith Jackson fly this model at the Triple Crown event in Bedford at the weekend. Very impressed by its "locked on" flight. Looking forward to when its published. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Modelman Posted October 3, 2023 Share Posted October 3, 2023 Just finishing off my rendition of the electric chilli breeze with wing mounted U/C and was wondering if the decals are available to purchase? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teacher Posted October 13, 2023 Share Posted October 13, 2023 (edited) Hi all, After returning to our wonderful hobby the Chillibreeze just the idea model to get me back into aero's. And the right size with a span of just 48", so Yes I'm excited, not bad for a 63 Year old! Does anyone known when it be in RCM&E, I hope before Christmas (oh should I say that word?) Anyway, looking toward to seeing it. Dave. Edited October 13, 2023 by Teacher Bad spelling! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delks Posted November 9, 2023 Author Share Posted November 9, 2023 On 03/10/2023 at 22:55, Modelman said: Just finishing off my rendition of the electric chilli breeze with wing mounted U/C and was wondering if the decals are available to purchase? The lettering is available from Tribal Signs.co.uk. On their website there is a lettering designer. Font: Brush Script MT - size: outerbox 300mm for the fuz and 400 for the wing - colour of your choice - high quality vinyl. They are helpful and friendly with a quick turn around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delks Posted November 9, 2023 Author Share Posted November 9, 2023 On 13/10/2023 at 16:11, Teacher said: Hi all, After returning to our wonderful hobby the Chillibreeze just the idea model to get me back into aero's. And the right size with a span of just 48", so Yes I'm excited, not bad for a 63 Year old! Does anyone known when it be in RCM&E, I hope before Christmas (oh should I say that word?) Anyway, looking toward to seeing it. Dave. The publication is planned for the January and February issues of RCM&E - before the Yuletide celebrations begin! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Modelman Posted November 13, 2023 Share Posted November 13, 2023 Just completed the first test flights and I am very happy with the performance. PO 3541-1270 with 10x5 prop, 4M-HESC50AV2 50 amp ESC and PPL-60C4S-3300 battery from 4max models. Decals supplied by Pyramid models now available on their website. Flying weight 52oz. Very smooth just like the original Irvine 36 powered version I built when the plan was first published.. I decided to keep the wing mounted UC but swept it forward to stop the nose over tendencies the original tended to do on our rough strip. No lack of power for unlimited vertical performance. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teacher Posted November 13, 2023 Share Posted November 13, 2023 On 09/11/2023 at 12:16, Delks said: The publication is planned for the January and February issues of RCM&E - before the Yuletide celebrations Thanks Delks, January and February. Really looking forward to seeing it published. Your revamp design does seem to be getting a lot of interest. Dave. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delks Posted November 14, 2023 Author Share Posted November 14, 2023 Nice work Modelman - you've done a great job and good to hear that you are pleased with the results. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kc Posted November 14, 2023 Share Posted November 14, 2023 Modelman, was your model built from the old plan or the latest plan which has not been published yet? I have always thought that RCME plans should be built by a test builder before publishing to ensure the plans are correct and complete. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Modelman Posted November 14, 2023 Share Posted November 14, 2023 I used the old plan, the build was underway before I heard about the possibility of an updated plan from Delks. My thinking was to maintain all the features of the original design with as little modification to the outline as possible. The motor is mounted on a stand off keeping the original IC bulkhead position, that way the nose profile could be maintained. The fuselage had to be widened by around 10mm to make access easier for the 4s battery pack. The undercarriage was angled forward to stop the inevitable nose overs on take off and landing, a tendency my original model frequently exhibited on our uneven strip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuart Quinn-Harvie 1 Posted December 12, 2023 Share Posted December 12, 2023 Hi Mike, will Sarik be doing a set of formers as well as ribs? ( I am really looking forward to building a new one to go with my 3 year old :-) ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EarlyBird Posted December 12, 2023 Share Posted December 12, 2023 Chilli Breeze (Electric Version) (48") - Sarik Hobbies - for the Model Builder 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Outrunner Posted December 12, 2023 Share Posted December 12, 2023 16 minutes ago, EarlyBird said: Chilli Breeze (Electric Version) (48") - Sarik Hobbies - for the Model Builder £119 for the cut parts set. I think will be cutting my own kit and with the money I save I can buy most of the gear to fit it out with. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EarlyBird Posted December 12, 2023 Share Posted December 12, 2023 (edited) Edited December 12, 2023 by EarlyBird Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kc Posted December 12, 2023 Share Posted December 12, 2023 Too dear at £119 plus £98 for the extra wood! And not even any hardware. £209 for both with plan. Plenty of kits for less. Whether the lasercut parts are really needed depends on the designer - some designers make CAD plans with many intricate interlocking components that really need cut parts. Other designers draw by hand and have mainly square formers etc which are easy to cut by hand. We must wait a few days to see what Delks has drawn........RCME is due this week. The plan is due in RCME this week and next month, so save buying the plan. The plan alone costs £16 while the original i.c plan costs £18 now. If memory serves Sarik have often had a 10percent off sale at New Year in the past -- - -maybe wait to buy the lasercut parts? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EarlyBird Posted December 12, 2023 Share Posted December 12, 2023 Electric Setup For the Chilli Breeze by Mike Delacole (4-max.co.uk) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kc Posted December 12, 2023 Share Posted December 12, 2023 (edited) The 4Max Elec Setup shows a GRP undercarriage which will appeal to many and at £4.99 for just the GRP parts looks a good buy. Edited December 12, 2023 by kc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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