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General Discussion / Aeroworks 100cc Carbon Cub, HERE WE GO AGAIN

« on: June 09, 2014, 10:56:12 pm »

Here we go again.

After an unfortunate situation destroyed my last CARBON CUB a couple weeks ago at the New England Aerotow,  the new kit arrived today in a huge crate and in perfect condition.
Thanks to Aeroworks for stepping up and helping to put this new plane in our shop. Most would have run and hid.


So, I've chosen to do another thread on this plane for two reasons.

1) Some things have changes in the kit, so I will highlight those changes.

2) It's therapeutic for me... I enjoy sharing and getting ideas from my friends.


To start, I pulled the fuse out of the box and took the windscreen off. I'm going to make another carbon hatch on top like the previous plane.
Cover the area you want to mold with duct tape, which will act as a release agent.

A layer of mat cloth was wet out and laid down, then 4 layers of carbon fiber.

The rest of the evening was dedicated to planning things out. I'll be using TD110H ( rear dump ) canisters with 70mm drop flex headers. A DA 150 will be the power of choice and I found a NIB PowerBox for handling the distribution of power to the servos and regulating the batteries
Another 3 blade prop ( 28.5x12 ) carbon fiber will be used for thrust.


Its great to have another Carbon Cub in the shop!!!

That's it for today.

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General Discussion / Horizon Hobbies Aerotow, Monticello IL

« on: June 09, 2014, 03:10:41 pm »

Hi guys,

We just returned from a week long trip out to the flat lands of the Midwest. Each year, Horizon Hobbies hosts a huge aerotow event that draws pilots from all over the country. This was the 13th year they have hosted the event and my 5th trip out there.
It takes 17hrs to drive out and 985 miles, door to door one way. The weather was fantastic this year and attendance was strong. Starting on a Thursday ( we actually start flying Wednesday) and running right through Sunday evening, this event is the other premier event in the USA besides the New England Aerotow.

Saturday evening is a big BBQ and award ceremony in which we were honored with a "Blanik Achievement Award" for having the best Blanik at the event. The Blanik is a sailplane (4.2 m ) that Horizon offers in a Red Bull graphic scheme. I didn't want the RED BULL scheme, so I stripped off the livery and created my own look. A little paint and covering produced a delightfully different look.

Here are some photos from the event

LEN

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General Discussion / Re: My latest build The Aurora 3D

« on: April 18, 2014, 02:36:34 pm »

Cool plane Walter !
Love to see a thread or at least hear more about the water bomber . I've been tempted to build the kit AMR offers but never pulled the trigger

Len

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General Discussion / Re: Toledo Show 2014

« on: April 17, 2014, 08:13:57 am »

Hi Ed
There were plenty of heli's, but I wouldn't know one from the next. Rob was looking at s couple different ones.

Len

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General Discussion / Re: Toledo Show 2014

« on: April 13, 2014, 10:17:54 am »

More pictures

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General Discussion / Toledo Show 2014

« on: April 13, 2014, 10:11:20 am »

Hi guys,

We were asked again this year to fly out to Toledo and give a couple Rc-Aerotowing seminars during the trade show weekend. Rob decided to attend again this year and we had a blast.
The Toledo show is really worth traveling to for anyone who has never been. Its 3 or 4 times larger than the Wrams show and most manufacturers will wait until TOLEDO to introduce new items.

This year was no disappointment.
Its no secret I'm a huge Horizon Hobbies fan, their products always fly great, hold up well and look fantastic. So what was new from Horizon.

Hold onto your socks.
The new 50-60 cc MUSTANG is phenomenal.http://www.horizonhobby.com/products/p-51d-mustang-60cc-arf-HAN4770

The fit and finish looks painted on, but in fact its covering. Featuring optional ELECTRIC retracts, this bird is destined to be a popular addition to their high quality line of planes.
The prototype at the show was designed around the new 62 cc FUEL INJECTED Evolution gas motor. That's correct, no needles to adjust, just flip and fly.
http://www.horizonhobby.com/products/62gxi-62cc-single-cylinder-gas-engine-with-surefire-efi-EVOE62GXI

The spinner comes with the plane, already painted and ready to install.
A complete cockpit that will fit a full body pilot.
All wood construction.

It should be a big winner!!!

The Hangar 9 Corsair was on display too, wow, I have not seen this plane before ( sometimes I just dont pay attention) but what a beauty. Why doesn't anyone have this at our field? It was introduced last year I'm told.
http://www.horizonhobby.com/products/f4u-1d-corsair-60cc-arf-HAN4760

The new micro Radian was present,  which Tim now has in stock,http://www.horizonhobby.com/products/umx-trade-radian-reg-bnf-EFLU2980

The 30cc Beaver was there strutting its sexy lines and robust landing gear. We have one going together and you'll be able to see it at the field and pond this summer.
http://www.horizonhobby.com/products/dhc-2-beaver-30cc-arf-HAN4545

Many of these products just being introduced and are due to be in stock in the next 4-5 weeks, so check with Tim and get one on order!!!!!!


Moving onto other stuff, Quad copters were everywhere. It's kinda like the rc car craze at the time, everyone is jumping on-board.

There were some nice scale pilots being shown, even with moving heads.

The new Jeti radio system is really something. If you haven't seen that, take a look.
http://www.espritmodel.com/jeti-duplex-radio-systems-2.aspx


I'll post more comments as time allows.