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Misc final picts...

Sorry, there are several missing pictures. I will try to add captions to the picts over the next couple weeks. If you have any questions please reach out. Do not PM me. I will try to check back from time to time.

Good luck with your builds.

DK

Wing cont... 5. Trim all excess sheeting from the cores around the perimeter. 6. When installing the TE stock. I keep the bottom of the wing and the bottom of the TE block flat relative to each other during the gluing process and only remove material from the top side to match the airfoil. I accompl...

Wing construction For demonstration purposes I am showing a very simple easy non-exotic method of sheeting a wing. In this example I use gorilla glue and simple weight to keep the skins on during the drying process. I have a vacuum pump/bags and epoxy. It isn't necessary, but if you feel more comfor...

Fuselage cont...

Fuselage cont...

Fuselage construction:

There are a couple links on RCgroups that will help describe the build process. Feel free to add your notes and picts as you can. https://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?3580535-QSBO-Rickey-Rat-EF-1-Pylon-Racer https://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?3594431-EF-1-Rickey-Rat-%28Scratch-...

I am reserving this space for pictures and questions regarding build procedures and issues. I have primarily, been the person building these kits, so I may have missed obvious items. I am open to all comments good and bad. 1. Make sure your pushrod outer sleeve fits through the former prior to const...

Thanks for the reply Jim. Could you give a quick explanation as to the theory behind the EF1 prop change? I will do my best to explain. Way back when EF-1 was created, Pete Bergstrom, Jerry Small, George Parks, John Jennings and Archie Adamisin Jr tested electric QM15 models and it was determined t...

Dan Kane 426-422
Jack Kane 426-422

Kurt,

I will take them.

DK

results...

The PB2 was approved without fillets. Your choice to add or not. When added previously, CA, or Silicone, or shoe goo could be used to attach to the fuse. Maybe the Proud Bird instructions from GP are online somewhere.

DK

This airplane is still available...

I am planning on bringing it to Muncie in August and Florida in December if anyone is interested make an offer.

DK

Trey,

Thank you! Crazy how something so simple can be so complicated, time consuming, painful, joyful and fun all at the same time. Wishing you all the best! And look forward to seeing you at the races.

DK