Paper model to flying model...

[batesyboy]

Originally Posted by amoebaboy

nice work ! i would like to see a step by step on the process, i like building lightweight free flight models.
do you use regular spray mount, or photo mount to attach the tissue ? i would have thought the solvent might be a problem with the foam.
i should like to know how you deal with the wings especially.

In reply,
If you spray the tissue and allow the propellant to evaporate before attaching the tissue to the foam, you will be ok
I have sprayed foam directly too, as long as you have the foam vertically on a board, and spray in very light coats, again you should be ok.
I have mentioned which sprays to use previously !
Cheers
Lee

[amoebaboy]

Originally Posted by batesyboy

In reply,
If you spray the tissue and allow the propellant to evaporate before attaching the tissue to the foam, you will be ok
I have sprayed foam directly too, as long as you have the foam vertically on a board, and spray in very light coats, again you should be ok.
I have mentioned which sprays to use previously !
Cheers
Lee

thanks for the info batesboy, i might have a crack at this method now i know i can use readily available materials, still have to master rc fixed wing flying but seem unable to bring myself to buy a boring trainer.

just one more question, do fuselages require beefing up or a motor stick to accommodate a rubber motor.

all the best

[batesyboy]

Here`s the first diagram...see how the response goes
Cheers

[batesyboy]

Originally Posted by amoebaboy

thanks for the info batesboy, i might have a crack at this method now i know i can use readily available materials, still have to master rc fixed wing flying but seem unable to bring myself to buy a boring trainer.

just one more question, do fuselages require beefing up or a motor stick to accommodate a rubber motor.

all the best

Hi amoebaboy,
I don`t put formers in, just some small balsa plates to house the motor peg,
maybe internal balsa plates at strut points or undercarriage attachment points.
This way of building is very light,
Might i suggest a Piper cub if you want to avoid a trainer !

[batesyboy]

Hello again, here`s a few more pictures and a diagram of building a simplified wing centre section.
These two models are showing a bit of hanger rash, as they are both pretty difficult to fly.
The Roland is unstable directionally (due to the fin and rudder being blanked off by the rotund fuselage, the original was a pig to fly too)
The Hurricane needs quite a bit of nose ballast, which makes her fly and land pretty fast. Possibly two of the worst subjects for flying, but i like a challenge !
Just to let you know that more modern types can fly.
I did have a rubber powered SU22 jet !
Cheers

[altbob]

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Another Micro Nieuport & Tissue Printing Tutorial - RC Groups

[altbob]

BTW, your FE8 is utterly amazing. Great subject, and I'm really impressed that you were able to make it work, find the correct CG, etc. given the (presumably) balsa tail booms.

[Getter 1]

Oh I like these :D

Nice Rolland

G1

[Gene K]

Originally Posted by batesyboy

Hello again, here`s a few more pictures and a diagram of building a simplified wing centre section.

Outstanding. Thanks for taking the time to do this. Looking forward to more!

Gene K