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Forum: Kit Building
04-30-2024, 09:37 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 875
Posted By gil.s

Thanks for following! Yes, Japanese kits are...

Thanks for following!
Yes, Japanese kits are not cheap, but I enjoy the process, and F3A 70 size planes are a rare find.

The Canalyzer streamlines the slipstream on the rudder and elevator, for...
Forum: Kit Building
04-30-2024, 06:44 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 875
Posted By gil.s

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rcuniverse.com-vb...

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rcuniverse.com-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_4173_53179cb4f936c4d8af8d43c9fe9c85a7e73abe4a.jpeg
So this is the Canalyzer and Jig. ...
Forum: Kit Building
04-30-2024, 06:43 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 875
Posted By gil.s

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rcuniverse.com-vb...

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rcuniverse.com-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_4172_f1598f9046a37a841916aa9b40e7681a39868deb.jpeg
The fuselage is coming along nicely. I will now build the Canalyzer to...
Forum: Kit Building
04-30-2024, 06:36 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 875
Posted By gil.s

Thanks! Yes, it makes sense.

Thanks!
Yes, it makes sense.
Forum: Kit Building
04-27-2024, 01:46 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 875
Posted By gil.s

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Preparing the tape in advance before glueing the bottom. This will save...
Forum: Kit Building
04-27-2024, 12:26 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 875
Posted By gil.s

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The fuselage sheets are now glued....
Forum: Kit Building
04-09-2024, 08:44 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 875
Posted By gil.s

It is 2 mm balsa sheet. In inches it is 5/64”.

It is 2 mm balsa sheet. In inches it is 5/64”.
Forum: Kit Building
04-09-2024, 03:50 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 875
Posted By gil.s

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I used a thin plastic to create the fuselage profile. ...
Forum: Kit Building
04-04-2024, 09:26 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 875
Posted By gil.s

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Forum: Kit Building
03-28-2024, 07:07 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 875
Posted By gil.s

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https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rcuniverse.com-vbulletin/1500x2000/img_3944_7d968204af267e7854cb552ab84ad4cb94b55340.jpeg
Wing Tube is epoxied in place. As the wing lock structure....
Forum: Kit Building
03-26-2024, 02:39 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 875
Posted By gil.s

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Glueing with epoxy, the motor mount to the fuselage...
Forum: Kit Building
03-26-2024, 02:30 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 875
Posted By gil.s

Thanks!!!

Thanks!!!
Forum: Kit Building
03-25-2024, 03:34 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 875
Posted By gil.s

Preparing the motor firewall, assuring it is with...

Preparing the motor firewall, assuring it is with the right tilt to match the nose. Prepare the drilling in advance. Using Epoxy....
Forum: Kit Building
03-25-2024, 03:28 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 875
Posted By gil.s

Preparing the landing gear beam, the motor...

Preparing the landing gear beam, the motor firewall and the wing attachment parts prior to glueing the fuselage. Wood glue and...
Forum: Kit Building
03-25-2024, 03:25 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 875
Posted By gil.s

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Identifying all the fuselage parts. ...
Forum: Kit Building
03-25-2024, 03:19 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 875
Posted By gil.s

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Instructions ...
Forum: Kit Building
03-25-2024, 03:14 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 875
Posted By gil.s

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Japanese high standard packaging...
Forum: Kit Building
03-23-2024, 11:40 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 875
Posted By gil.s

Task #4: Assemble the fuselage nicely within...

Task #4:
Assemble the fuselage nicely within the jig without glue. Assure that all parts are identified, fit nicely.
Get to understand the complex parts that need pre gluing and drilling:
Landing...
Forum: Kit Building
03-23-2024, 11:37 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 875
Posted By gil.s

Task #3: Glue the Fuselage Jig ribs to their...

Task #3:
Glue the Fuselage Jig ribs to their supportive legs.
Forum: Kit Building
03-23-2024, 11:37 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 875
Posted By gil.s

Task #2: Assemble and glue the Fuselage sides....

Task #2:
Assemble and glue the Fuselage sides. Using Gorilla wood glue, and CA. Accuracy is important here.
Forum: Kit Building
03-23-2024, 11:36 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 875
Posted By gil.s

Okay so task #1: Identify all the pieces of the...

Okay so task #1:
Identify all the pieces of the Fuselage.
Separate them nicely with a knife edge.
Forum: Kit Building
03-23-2024, 11:29 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 875
Posted By gil.s

Thanks Will. This is highly appreciated!

Thanks Will. This is highly appreciated!
Forum: Kit Building
03-21-2024, 07:20 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 875
Posted By gil.s

The kit assumes one knows how to build kits, so I...

The kit assumes one knows how to build kits, so I am definitely out of my league. Mistakes are about to happen, and I will try to minimize them as much as I can.
Things that I need to think of and...
Forum: Kit Building
03-21-2024, 07:17 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 875
Posted By gil.s

Apparently I need 10posts before I am allowed to...

Apparently I need 10posts before I am allowed to post links (photos) so be patient with me....
Forum: Kit Building
03-21-2024, 07:00 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 875
Posted By gil.s

I decided to start with the Fuselage first. So...

I decided to start with the Fuselage first. So looking for all the pieces.
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