First Airplane Kit
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First Airplane Kit
I want to build my first airplane from a kit. So far I have put together 4 ARF's and another on its way. I was thinking of something simple to start with like the tower hobbies Uproar. question is: I have a flat surface to work on - what do I need regarding to tools and supplies in order to build a kit? I have an exact-o knife, dremel multi tool, sander, drill, filer, trim seal tool, iron, heat gun, and bunch of other basic tools I use for my ARF's and Heli's. I guess I'm more interested in what kind of glue do I use, how are the pieces held in place while drying, how do I punch out the laser cut pieces, and etc.
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RE: First Airplane Kit
Look through my LT-40 build thread. This will give you a good idea of what you're going to need. Even though it's a trainer build, there is lots of information in the thread that will help you in building your first kit.
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_3439708/tm.htm
Hope this helps
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http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_3439708/tm.htm
Hope this helps
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RE: First Airplane Kit
The uproar is a fairly easy build. It has low parts count and fit well. it is a one piece plane. Meaning the wing is permantly attached. So you don't need to drill wing bolts, and line up a dowel, If you take your time and follow the plans and instructions, it will be a rewarding experience. It can be a great thing seeing a pile of sticks take to the air.
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RE: First Airplane Kit
Hi,
Together with the info here at RCU this link to Paul's site will see all of the questions you have asked to date answered together with those you haven't yet thought to ask.
With regard to a first kit build (assuming you are a compotent flyer) I would suggest almost any of the TF Gold edition Kits or any of the newer SIG kits.
http://www.airfieldmodels.com/
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Together with the info here at RCU this link to Paul's site will see all of the questions you have asked to date answered together with those you haven't yet thought to ask.
With regard to a first kit build (assuming you are a compotent flyer) I would suggest almost any of the TF Gold edition Kits or any of the newer SIG kits.
http://www.airfieldmodels.com/
Cheers,
Colin
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You will smile harder flying your first kit build, than anything else you have flown. You might not think its the best flying plane ever, but it could light a new fire in your hobby !
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RE: First Airplane Kit
Though this is unrelated, arent there any kits that can do 3D? So far, I have built a GP US40+ kit with lots-&-lots of help. I was thinking GP Extra 300 60 size but I am told it is not 3D. The US40+ was advertised as 3D capable but it was not 3D either and a handful to fly
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