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Forum: Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD
07-22-2022, 03:08 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 19,891
Posted By Lee Taylor

Wow sorry to hear all that. Most certainly there...

Wow sorry to hear all that. Most certainly there will be better days ahead.
Forum: Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD
07-22-2022, 12:00 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 19,891
Posted By Lee Taylor

There is a LOT going on in people's lives other...

There is a LOT going on in people's lives other than model airplanes. Glad you are safe and made the journey
Forum: Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD
12-15-2021, 01:35 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 19,891
Posted By Lee Taylor

I used silk (after silkspan of course) on my...

I used silk (after silkspan of course) on my planes growing up. I had no problems with it and it feels much stronger than plastic film. It also allows you to get away from the super glassy finish. I...
Forum: Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD
12-14-2021, 08:17 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 19,891
Posted By Lee Taylor

Yep I am still messing with my Sportster. I can...

Yep I am still messing with my Sportster. I can be seriously slow sometimes. But that is okay. I am only going down this road once. Gives me something to do that is not chores or home repair or...
Forum: Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD
12-10-2021, 10:18 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 19,891
Posted By Lee Taylor

Rebuild - Damage, Super Sportster 40, Vintage, 1982

Hello Ken...

Yes I have RF8. I am very pleased with it. I am overdue to get-it-out and put it through the paces. People can complain all they want... it is a great device for me personally. I am...
Forum: Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD
08-24-2021, 08:55 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 19,891
Posted By Lee Taylor

I think the Dirty Birdy will suit me fine from a...

I think the Dirty Birdy will suit me fine from a vintage perspective. I am thinking tail dragger also. I have a vintage 1986 OS61SF Ring/ABC. I plan to use it on the DB
Forum: Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD
08-23-2021, 06:00 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 19,891
Posted By Lee Taylor

Sportster, Enya, Dirty Birdy

No problem Ken. I heated up 3 tee pins, pushed them through the edge of mine, and have it temporarily mounted on my fuselage. I purchased a new-in-the-box K&B .40 (circa 1970 vintage). I am sure it...
Forum: Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD
07-25-2021, 01:47 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 19,891
Posted By Lee Taylor

Not for one second have I thought my Sportster...

Not for one second have I thought my Sportster tail feathers were not fixable. I admire the attractive contour of the fillet on yours but that was never my intent. There were times in my distance...
Forum: Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD
07-24-2021, 08:53 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 19,891
Posted By Lee Taylor

1982 Great Planes Super Sportster 40

This photo you posted is helpful

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rcuniverse.com-vbulletin/333x249/333_b4444ec7aefea5bb6d89c47c90b317b6cae1dd8c.jpg

Here is what I am faced with. Easily do-able...
Forum: Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD
03-13-2020, 07:51 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 19,891
Posted By Lee Taylor

My connection to this term dates back to the 60's...

My connection to this term dates back to the 60's and the "slot-car" era
Forum: Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD
03-10-2020, 06:44 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 19,891
Posted By Lee Taylor

Are you planning purchased plastic hinges? Do you...

Are you planning purchased plastic hinges? Do you "pin" your hinges? If so, do you use toothpicks or metal pins?
Forum: Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD
03-09-2020, 03:49 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 19,891
Posted By Lee Taylor

Donated some of my time today to my engine test...

Donated some of my time today to my engine test stand. I am happy with the way it is developing

Test Stand Photos Click Here...
Forum: Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD
03-09-2020, 08:39 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 19,891
Posted By Lee Taylor

I completely understand the household chores and...

I completely understand the household chores and repairs. I have a long list. That is a cool looking model. Trying to knock down the chores a little today so I will not feel so guilty when I...
Forum: Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD
03-09-2020, 04:12 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 19,891
Posted By Lee Taylor

I have been working on "other" projects. Its...

I have been working on "other" projects. Its endless. Have not done much modeling lately. It has been on my mind and I may put my hands on it today. My hobby focus lately has been the sim. I watched...
Forum: Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD
03-09-2020, 03:50 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 19,891
Posted By Lee Taylor

What are you flying these days?

What are you flying these days?
Forum: Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD
03-09-2020, 03:48 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 19,891
Posted By Lee Taylor

Holy cow that looks GREAT!

Holy cow that looks GREAT!
Forum: Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD
03-02-2020, 03:25 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 19,891
Posted By Lee Taylor

I do not think it will affect the flying or final...

I do not think it will affect the flying or final "looks", because it is so slight. Just leave it out of the equation when doing the alignments. In other words, align the wings, vertical stab, and...
Forum: Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD
02-28-2020, 05:08 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 19,891
Posted By Lee Taylor

Bondo without micro balloons is hard as a rock. I...

Bondo without micro balloons is hard as a rock. I use it on my house.

I was thinking the screen recordings would be faster than video but it is not faster. It takes just as long to upload. I like...
Forum: Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD
02-28-2020, 02:30 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 19,891
Posted By Lee Taylor

Rolls - Excellent

GREAT NEWS! My concern over the SS sim not rolling well, is incorrect. When I first saw the slow cork screw I addressed it by increasing the aileron deflection. At least I thought I was increasing...
Forum: Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD
02-28-2020, 01:49 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 19,891
Posted By Lee Taylor

It seems to me IF the wing surfaces, the main...

It seems to me IF the wing surfaces, the main wing, the horizontal stab, and the vertical stab are in proper relationship to each other then the fuse can just hang in there. The engine shaft...
Forum: Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD
02-28-2020, 09:29 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 19,891
Posted By Lee Taylor

Sportster - Great Planes, Testing, High Speed, RF8

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k-T35-MUGEE
Forum: Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD
02-28-2020, 08:50 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 19,891
Posted By Lee Taylor

Sportster - Great Planes, Testing, RF8

Testing hands-off straight and level flight at low speed (57mph). Testing the roll function.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p4xc8TvWDKs
Forum: Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD
02-28-2020, 07:01 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 19,891
Posted By Lee Taylor

I do not know much about wing saddles (the area...

I do not know much about wing saddles (the area where the main wing contacts the fuselage. Are you planning to do anything in that area?
Forum: Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD
02-28-2020, 06:30 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 19,891
Posted By Lee Taylor

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bcsadc36XSE

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bcsadc36XSE
Forum: Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD
02-27-2020, 04:07 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 19,891
Posted By Lee Taylor

Okay... thanks

Okay... thanks
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