Bladerunner Posted January 30, 2007 Share Posted January 30, 2007 I have a few ambitions within this hobby / sport.One of them is to keep learning how to fly. Another is to learn to how to build. One day I wanna be like Tony...keep it up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Nijhuis Posted January 30, 2007 Share Posted January 30, 2007 Thanks Jonathan, comments like that make my long dark evenings(and early mornings!) balsa crunching all the more worth it.Building models reqiures experience and time. When I first started building models I was rubbish, but the next model and then the next got better and better. My 10 year old son some 2-years ago did'nt know one end of a fuselage from the other..now he's nipping at my heals!Do keep trying..it will be worth itTony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bladerunner Posted January 30, 2007 Author Share Posted January 30, 2007 Roger that Tony. Will do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miniman Posted January 31, 2007 Share Posted January 31, 2007 Yep, as Tony says, every model will progressively get better. Patience is the key, and LOTS of it!!I used to build great, but finish poor. Now ive found artists acrylic paint and have never looked back. Lessons learned are easily remembered for the next build.Good luck,Barry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fats Flyer Posted January 31, 2007 Share Posted January 31, 2007 Thats one great thing about this hobby,We are always learning and striving to be the best we can be.Thats what makes this hobby addictive and the bonus is the rush of flying.An added bonus is having talent with the likes of tony nijhuis ,who puts himself out to help anyone with problems and gives us plans to build these machines.Long may you reign Mr.TWONDERFUL HOBBY EH? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Nijhuis Posted January 31, 2007 Share Posted January 31, 2007 Thanks Vince, as long as there are people like youself who really enjoy the plans I produce then I'll keep them comming.One of the great things about this hobby is I never stop wanting another model to design or build. Every one of my designs is a consequence of yours truly wanting to do it. If I'm not interested in the subject, I find it impossible to design. This only happend once with the S6B float plane I did for Model World last September. Although a pretty model, it was a pig to design and I soon lost interest during the build.Sharing the plan with the wider public is a real bonus especially when proud builders send me pictures of their finished model...gives me a real buzz knowing they have achieved a small ambition of theirs never give up.....Tony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Antony Wright Posted February 1, 2007 Share Posted February 1, 2007 I get the feeling this is going to be an interesting future in building. Tony - is there any possibility of you doing a short article for the complete beginner to building in regards to equipment needed both the common stuff and the more useful items? Also a how to aid for cutting wood - inserting hinges etc as Ive had a go at it and find simple things like cutting at right angles to the wood difficult (just lack of experience probably).Anyway although Im a complete novice to this I enjoy reading the articles about your wonderful plans like the latest Lancaster (one day hopefully:) )Do you know if anyone has ever produced a flying model of the Junkers G38? I know Revell produced a 144th scale plastic model but when I saw pictures of it the other day I was amazed that the wings were large enough for 3 people to sit in the root of them. As there were only ever 2 built I thought it might make an interesting model for the more experienced modeler (and me one day).Antony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Nijhuis Posted February 1, 2007 Share Posted February 1, 2007 Hi Antony, Its on the agenda to do a design and build series of articles to carry on from the one off I did in the Nov 06 RCM&ETony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Antony Wright Posted February 1, 2007 Share Posted February 1, 2007 Thanks Tony thats great newsAntony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allan Jordan Posted February 1, 2007 Share Posted February 1, 2007 Hi,Tony how about an in depth article on covering? I really hate doing it,probablybecause I'm useless at it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barry Taylor Posted February 1, 2007 Share Posted February 1, 2007 Yeah Allan, couldn't agree more. Hate the covering stage myself. Can't stand solarfilming, always seem to cock-up somewhere. Thought painting would make life easier but I've just sanded the first Humbrol coat back on my spit only to find, for some unknown reason, that after re-coating, the paint has gone and wrinkled up, putting me two steps back..aaaarrrggghh!!Completely peeeeeed me off!! So yes, an article on finishings would be great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bladerunner Posted February 2, 2007 Author Share Posted February 2, 2007 Second that, bring it on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Nijhuis Posted February 4, 2007 Share Posted February 4, 2007 Point noted about covering...I hate it too because it can go wrong just when your on the finishing leg. The Wellington I recently did which was nylon and dope covered, the final coat 'crazed' all over the place. I had to leave the paint harden for a week then wet n dry the old paintwork off back to the primer...not impressed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allan Jordan Posted February 8, 2007 Share Posted February 8, 2007 I've used car sprays for some time now and it usually works fine.Just one little tip though..Never use different brands of painttogether,I accidently did it once and I produced one of the best crackle finishesI have ever seen.Incidently I only ever useHolts Duplicolor.I also normally buy the Panel Size cans. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham Roberts Posted February 11, 2007 Share Posted February 11, 2007 Hi there, I,m new to this web lark and don't know how else to contact you. I'm looking for a set of plans for the "Mew Gull" not the Corus Gull. I was pointed in the direction of RCM&E and wondered if you could help me out. Having flown r/c helicopters for 10 years, I took up fixed wing 2 and a half years ago.Up to now I have scratch built and flown a Heinkel 110 40 size. Am near completion of a Great Lakes (RCV 91 powered) and am hopeful of obtaining plans for the "Mew" about 72" span, hopfully powered by an RCV91SP. I remain,Thanking you in anticipation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fats Flyer Posted February 11, 2007 Share Posted February 11, 2007 Hi Tony,can i ask you a question different from the lanc and spitfire.i have bought your Wellington plan from Traplets and want to up the size for 600 motors with a gearbox.Im not to sure about the size,but would the size of your DC3 be about right for the Wellington using the same power train?thanks in advance(i know your very busy)vince Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barry Taylor Posted February 12, 2007 Share Posted February 12, 2007 Hi guys,while we're on the topic of covering and/or painting/spraying, does anyone know of a good fully matt fuel proofer that is suitable to go onto enamel (Humbrol) paint? Heard some of the matt finish floor varnishes (Ronseal) work ok but they still seem to give a sheen effect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Nijhuis Posted February 12, 2007 Share Posted February 12, 2007 Vince, I reckon up to 80" would be ok for 600 size as, from what I remember, the structure was all open (big glider). If you keep the same type of structure and keep it light, around 6lbs to 7lbs say with a single 8-cell (3s lipo)flight pack, then it should be ok!Tony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fats Flyer Posted February 12, 2007 Share Posted February 12, 2007 Tony,thanks for a quick response, An 80" wellington would look nice,I'm licking my lips and drooling already.Within the build i am also incorporating a release system for upto 6 para's coming out of the side door,should look good eh.thanks again tonyvince Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
winchweight Posted February 12, 2007 Share Posted February 12, 2007 The Spit looks like an absolute peach and may well be my first Tony N plan build. But Tony, can we please have a nice twin like a Mossie..... (I supose a hornet, wellington or a whirlwind would do too) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fats Flyer Posted February 12, 2007 Share Posted February 12, 2007 Hiya Tony,i want to start my own vac forming and i know you do your own also.i am making my own ,i can't afford what you have,but can i ask you what type you use for canopy's and where can i purchase it from.thanks vince Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Nijhuis Posted February 13, 2007 Share Posted February 13, 2007 Hi GuysShaun, I did do a 48" Mosquito for 2x10 IC or electric about 2years ago in RCM&E.....Did you miss it!Vince, I get the plastic from Stephen Webster plastic (01727-863138)and use clear Styrolux (1mm). It comes in 4'x2' sheets and is about £4 per sheet. Styrolux's clarity is not as good as PETG (fizzy drink bottles)but it is very easily formed and cheap, so you can make a few mistakes!Tony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fats Flyer Posted February 13, 2007 Share Posted February 13, 2007 Thanks very much Tony,much appreciated.I'm going to do the Wellington at the 80" span,which is why i need to form my own canopy's.As you know im going to use 600 size motors with a 2.5:1 gearbox,what would be better to use....a 600 22 turn motor or a standard 600 motor.I know the 22 turn would draw more amps and give more power,do you think this is overkill?cheers for nowvince Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
winchweight Posted February 13, 2007 Share Posted February 13, 2007 Thanks Tony. I have the dogfight double, i.e. the electric Mosquito and the Luftwaffe equivalent, whatever it was. The plan is in my loft somewhere.Is this the one you mean?Also, the Vampire in March's mag, where can I get a canopy from? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Nijhuis Posted February 14, 2007 Share Posted February 14, 2007 Vince, 22 turns should be fine...just use enough power to fly the model and be gentle with the throttle stick.Shaun, The Mosquito smaller 38" dogfight double was done the year before the bigger 48" version, so have another look Tony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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