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HOW-TO - Wing Tip Light Enclosure

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 15:32:56 -0600

Trying to figure out the best/easiest way to build the enclosures for the wing tip lights on my PC-6. Need something sturdy to prevent damage during transport, the wing is flat on the outside, and I tend to bump them...

1. Using clear plastic and a wood mold for vacuum forming. Problem is it may be easily damaged in transport as it protrudes from the wing edge.

2. Use litho to form the shape and a piece of clear plastic for the lens. I may try this one if nothing to learn to anneal aluminum to soften it.

3. 3D printing. Don't know anything about it...

This is what I am looking for.

Jungmeister Color Scheme for D-EDAD ?

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 11:34:29 -0600

I have searched high and low for details of this plane’s color scheme but have only found details of the fuselage scheme.

I am missing details of the wings’ and horizontal tail’s scheme.

It was the Bosch company’s publicity plane and I believe it had red leading edges on both wings but as much as I have found details of the fuselage scheme and a closeup of the spark plug drawn on the fuselage side, I cannot find any details on the horizontal surfaces.

Any additional info would be greatly appreciated.

Another MrAeroDesign PC-6

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 12:13:35 -0600

I was encouraged by Vicar to do a thread on my build of the PC-6. First of all, Martin did a fabulous job cutting this kit. It builds like a Snap-Together. Very enjoyable to build. This version will be powered by a King Tech Turboprop.

I am not going to do a detailed step by step for this thread. Jonathan Vogt at Lighter Side of RC did a fabulous job of finishing a partially complete PC-6. He found a few things that needed to be changed and Martin added his suggestions. Martin also simplified the assembly of the wing mount tubes which I will post later on.

First the fuselage. It's about 60% complete. In the latest version of the kit, Martin placed servos in the stab for the elevators. Trying to stay as close to scale as possible, I am putting the servos in the fuselage and control the elevator using Vicar's example. Routing the pull-pull cables will follow Vicar's concept. This meant adding the internal bulkhead for the servos back in the fuselage. It is in temporarily in place since I'm not sure I will add lightening holes. It will be seen through the door window so I probably will. I fabricated this servo plate since it was not included in the latest version of the kit. Jonathan strongly suggested mounting the stab so that is removable, and Martin added the parts to do just that. Lastly, Martin fabricated the firewall brackets to put in the 3 degrees down thrust, but in an email from Martin he was sorry that he did not build 2 degrees right thrust into the bulkhead brackets. The bulkhead mounts were modified to match 2 degrees right thrust. Jonathan devoted almost an entire video on getting the turbine mount installed and getting the 2 degrees right thrust.

So that's it for the first post.

Can You Drill?

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:47:54 -0600

Does anyone have the ability to drill a small diameter hole through a .25 inch axle to serve as a yoke retention pin?

Scottish Aviation Twin Pioneer

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:22:45 -0600

Any know of a usable 3 view of this one?

Hundreds of photos, but cant find a good 3 view that could be used for an RC build.

Sarik has plans but too big.

Between the wars 12" prop with the ’look’

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:38:18 -0600

If this is inappropriate here, just advise and I'll delete it.

I'm seeking a prop in the 12" diameter range suitable for use with a 48" wingspan Peter Rake model of the Waco 9 . . . one that looks right.

I can find Falcon and Xoar wood props with the 'look' but they begin at 15". And of course, I know it's not seen in flight so who cares? Thing is, the model is so lovely it would be a shame to use anything else.

Thoughts welcomed!

The Golden Age

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:59:56 -0600

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qg1jlhhVH4g

Tailhook 2026

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 10:47:59 -0600

It's been a busy summer! Models and full scale have dominated almost every weekend.

My last adventure was "Tailhook 2026" held in Reno NV.

Open to both civilians and military regardless that you might not have made an arrested landing on an aircraft carrier it is a place were the producers of various pieces of military equipment will have a booth or display with lots of Scale Models on display too!

You can rub shoulders with the leadership of the Navy, ask hard questions at the Admirals panel and meet legends of Naval Aviation.

I shook hands with 101 Year old Royce Williams who during the Korean conflict single handedly fought 7 MIGS shooting down at least 4 and was sworn to secrecy until the 90's when his story came to life. He received the much deserved Medal of Honor earlier this year.

At 101 years old he was quite engaging.

Lots of flight simulators, I don't have a home based unit having been spoiled on airline quality equipment but enjoyed my attempt at flying these on offer......

I'm low on this approach!

Tanking simulator with goggles!

This is Half Scale!

Full scale mock up!

On close examination of numerous UAV's I saw hobby hardware in use. I know one of our RCSB supporters provides materail for that market. I looked for the red servos but couldn't find any but I know they were there!

A 4 star Admiral head of all Naval Aviation. My Buddy "Tuck" who was an LSO in my Intruder Squadron.

If you are on U-Tube here is my friend, Ward Carroll "Mooch"

Over 4000 attended the Friday night mixer, active duty and civilians alike.

The Sea Stories kept getting better and better!

Electric Starter

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 04:50:01 -0600

Greetings all. I would be interested to know what you fella's are using as an electric starter for larger engines.

I have used a Sullivan Megatron for quite a few years, yesterday the shaft failed, this was attempting to start a 52cc engine (not all that large). Sullivan may be able to repair it that will be determined next week when the owner returns. Hand starting is not an option for me these days. Thank you.

Down and Locked questions

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:12:08 -0600

Picked up a GS ARF that was never finished…..my questions:

Do they require an additional battery dedicated for them?

Are they reliable?

Anyone have a set of instructions?

As you can tell I know nothing about electric retracts as I have only used them on some electric ARF’s.

Right now my Top Flite Piper Arrow is getting Robert’s…..sure wish they were Sierra

Thanks for looking,

Jerry

E flite 60 to 120 BF 109 struts

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:30:27 -0600

For Sale New E flite 60 120 BF 109 Struts

$50 never used

Email hartsb@sbcglobal.net

Wanted - Robart Straight Strut w/Fork 656

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 09:11:54 -0600

Looking for TWO (2) - Robart Straight Strut w/Fork #656

For Those in Search of a New Project #396

Thu, 25 Aug 2026 20:43:27 -0600

The Kharkov R-10 (KHAI-5) was a Soviet aircraft reconnaissance and light bombing aircraft, designed in the mid-1930s at the Kharkiv Institute of Aviation (Khai, HAI - Russian: ???), under the direction of Iosif Grigorevich Nyeman. The aircraft entered service in the Soviet Air Force in 1937, replacing the Polikarpov R-5. The R-10s were first used in combat at the Battle of Khalkhin Gol during the 1939 Soviet-Japanese conflict. Then, they were used in the initial phase of the Second World War, against Poland in September 1939, against Finland in the Winter War (1939-1940). Then the R-10s were then used in the first period of the conflict, after the June 1941 German attack. At that time, they were overwhelmed and they suffered heavy losses, just like the rest of the Soviet air force. Many planes were destroyed on the airfields. They were used as reconnaissance reconnaissance aircraft and, when needed, as light attack bombers. Later, several were used as night bombers, to avoid losses in encounters with enemy fighters. The last R-10s were removed from the front lines in 1943.

Corsair Retractable Tail Wheel Steering

Thu, 25 Aug 2026 18:02:25 -0600

I've tried a search and drew a blank. How are most setting up tailwheel steering for retracts?

Progressive Discount Pricing

Thu, 25 Aug 2026 13:20:48 -0600

Heritage Wings RC - Updates Thread

Thu, 25 Aug 2026 10:44:19 -0600

I thought I would start a thread just to keep you informed on any current/future updates that are or will be occurring here at Heritage Wings RC.

Now that I have the canopies available for most plans as well as cowls, I am turning my attention to Spinners. I have started on the spinner for the Fairey Firefly. I am planning on creating new molds for the spinners as I found an out of concentricity issue with the original Firefly mold. As such, I am using the CAD drawings as the basis for the design and then creating a 3d model that I am 3d printing. Below you will see the mold that was printed for the Firefly.

I have taken the mold and done some initial sanding and prep on the raw 3d print. I then coated the interior with an epoxy from Smooth-on called XTC-3D. This is designed to smooth out layer lines on a 3d print. I let it cure and then sand as smooth as possible and then reapply and sand again until I am happy with the feel of the surface. I will then wax/mold release the mold in prep for layup.

I intend to layup the spinner in carbon fiber/epoxy with it being vacuum bagged to ensure a tight end result.

I am also turning a chunk of aluminum down for the backplate. Below you will see where the first backplate is. I have the front side basically machined out. I will finish it off after I get the first spinner out of the mold so that I can verify everything. The intent is for the spinner to be mounted using screws around the perimeter of the base.

More to come.

Ziroli Corsair RTF

Thu, 25 Aug 2026 08:22:02 -0600

Robart pneumatic retracts. HiTec Digital servos.

Spektrum 20 channel receiver.

3 piece wing.

See my Build-Thread "hobbyguy's Ziroli Corsair Build" on RCSB under Nick Ziroli Designs.

Located in Northwest Indiana.

Model has NOT been maidened.

$3000 for this RTF warbird

Programmed for an iX-20

Serious inquiries only

hobbyguy

Know A Senior Modeler - - RCSB Member?

Thu, 25 Aug 2026 06:17:31 -0600

Not only now...during the heightened concern for our National Heat Wave, but weekly touch base with our senior RCSB members...and your senior club members who tend to fly early during the day, mid-week...too often...alone.

a 100 ich ME 109 for sale in Canada

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 20:29:06 -0600

It was on rcgroup want ads, fixed gear... two piece wing, 500 Canadian, something like $360 American I think? Came with a spinner thats worth half the price. It was just across the border, guy had retracts LESS the struts for sale seperate. Unsure if anyone on site would want it, or like to see it.. But I thought it was worth mentioning here in the forum.

Love to see someone else working on one of these kits on here..

Calculating CG for multi-panel wings — a

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 18:18:00 -0600

I've been working on a small open-source tool for calculating MAC and CG on wings made from multiple panels with different chord lengths.

I'm particularly interested in how scale builders handle this when the wing geometry doesn't fit the simple rectangular/trapezoidal assumptions used by many calculators.

I'd appreciate feedback from builders who work with large or multi-panel models.