CARL GOLDBERG 77" EDGE 540
06-11-2009, 01:35 PM
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RE: CARL GOLDBERG 77
Hi Doublesixes
Could you or anyonetell me where I can find decals for theGoldberg Edge 540 (Red and Yellow).77Inch?I really just need the wing decals seem they were missing on purchase. Any help would be appreciated.
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Tanner1
Could you or anyonetell me where I can find decals for theGoldberg Edge 540 (Red and Yellow).77Inch?I really just need the wing decals seem they were missing on purchase. Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Tanner1
ORIGINAL: doublesixes
My Edge has been rebuilt and I've been flying it since late November and still love how she flies. I spent about 4 or 5 days on the job during which I barely saw the sun and thanks to my girlfriend who fed me, I was able to pull it through.
The structural integrity of the fuse is about the same as before the crash albeit with a small weight penalty. Now I have about 1/4 inch gap at the left wing root where it meets the fuse due to a slightly bent wing tube but it's no big deal and I can work my way around it until I can get a hold of a new tube (I'd prefer CF).
I had some red and yellow covering from other projects that I used to replace the original and although the matching isn't perfect, it's close enough. The trim stripes were done with colored scotch tapes that my gf found who knows where. I had to use blue color as silver and black were not available and I kinda like it better. Luckily, the cowl was spared and the canopy suffered just a minor nick which I fixed with CA.
Pics to follow and maybe a video on Youtube.
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My Edge has been rebuilt and I've been flying it since late November and still love how she flies. I spent about 4 or 5 days on the job during which I barely saw the sun and thanks to my girlfriend who fed me, I was able to pull it through.
The structural integrity of the fuse is about the same as before the crash albeit with a small weight penalty. Now I have about 1/4 inch gap at the left wing root where it meets the fuse due to a slightly bent wing tube but it's no big deal and I can work my way around it until I can get a hold of a new tube (I'd prefer CF).
I had some red and yellow covering from other projects that I used to replace the original and although the matching isn't perfect, it's close enough. The trim stripes were done with colored scotch tapes that my gf found who knows where. I had to use blue color as silver and black were not available and I kinda like it better. Luckily, the cowl was spared and the canopy suffered just a minor nick which I fixed with CA.
Pics to follow and maybe a video on Youtube.
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06-11-2009, 01:54 PM
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RE: CARL GOLDBERG 77
Opps,
I posted that I needed Decals for my carl Goldberg 540 77". Correction: Besides the decals I need the checkerboard for tips of wings.
Tanner1.
I posted that I needed Decals for my carl Goldberg 540 77". Correction: Besides the decals I need the checkerboard for tips of wings.
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06-11-2009, 06:54 PM
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RE: CARL GOLDBERG 77
You can download the instructions manual at TOWER HOBBIES and get the color numbers including the chekered one. I gotmy ones from them. Decals won't be easy to find.
hope it'll help
hope it'll help
06-11-2009, 06:56 PM
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RE: CARL GOLDBERG 77
Sorry guys I am going to get this right. I need decals for the top of both wings (Goldberg edge 540 77") if they are called decals or if I have to do my own scheme (the yellow ect). The top of both wings are solid Red now. As I mentioned in an earlier post my Brother built this plane for me and as far as I know that's the way it came from dealer. Not sure as he is out of town. I appreciate any help I can get on this.
Thanks in advance,
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06-11-2009, 07:22 PM
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RE: CARL GOLDBERG 77
Tanner, thats paper cote branded as MONOKOTE, ULTRAKOTE, etc... Enter TOWER HOBBIES, look for CARL GOLDBERG airplanes, look for the model (discontinued) and open the instructions manual and there you can find the code number of the color papers orpaper almost the same colors at your local hobby. You have to cut scheme and iron the paper on the surfaces.
06-11-2009, 08:38 PM
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RE: CARL GOLDBERG 77
OK Frankie I found the color codes as you said and I am sure my hobby shop will be able to fix me up. looks like I am in business now so Thanks a lot I do appreciate it.
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RE: CARL GOLDBERG 77
Hi doublesixers, i just read you got your cowling as spare? Could you tell where you bought it ? Mine's being trough different engines fit situations and i better find a new one. BTW i'm on a DL50 inst'l project after the Fuji 43 blew the cylinder head. I had a DL on the bench so thats the one. Any tips would be appreciate.
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RE: CARL GOLDBERG 77
NIB= New In Box
Hamman, I have one of these also, partially built, never flown, I have 2 or 3 extra cowls, there were cracks and such in the others, Tower just kept sending them to me until I got a good one.
But, This plane NIB..... $250 in todays market maybe.... ? I dunno
Hamman, I have one of these also, partially built, never flown, I have 2 or 3 extra cowls, there were cracks and such in the others, Tower just kept sending them to me until I got a good one.
But, This plane NIB..... $250 in todays market maybe.... ? I dunno
08-13-2009, 05:59 PM
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RE: CARL GOLDBERG 77
Thanks Rod,
I forgot how much I paid for it. I sold off a lot of my unbuilt ARFs and was thinking of also selling the CG Edge. My work situation has changed and I don't have a lot of time for hobbies. Larry
I forgot how much I paid for it. I sold off a lot of my unbuilt ARFs and was thinking of also selling the CG Edge. My work situation has changed and I don't have a lot of time for hobbies. Larry
08-13-2009, 10:03 PM
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RE: CARL GOLDBERG 77
Tks, Rod
I would like to have one of those extra cowls on your hands. My one need's too much work for the Dl-50 on it now.
Frankie
I would like to have one of those extra cowls on your hands. My one need's too much work for the Dl-50 on it now.
Frankie
08-17-2009, 09:35 PM
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RE: CARL GOLDBERG 77
Frankie,
I did not get a replacement cowl after my crash. Luckily it was one of the vital parts that did not get damaged. I had to really cut it up good in order to fit the DL50 inside but overall it looks OK. I would have preferred a Pitts style muffler instead of the original one. Maybe next time.
By the way, I am not flying the Edge anymore as I moved all the components, including the engine to an 87 inch Extra. The larger plane flies somewhat easier as it floats more. Nothing wrong with the CG Edge though, I love the plane but right now it's sitting empty in the hangar. Maybe the little DL30 is the ticket for it. Time will tell.
Good luck with your Edge.
I did not get a replacement cowl after my crash. Luckily it was one of the vital parts that did not get damaged. I had to really cut it up good in order to fit the DL50 inside but overall it looks OK. I would have preferred a Pitts style muffler instead of the original one. Maybe next time.
By the way, I am not flying the Edge anymore as I moved all the components, including the engine to an 87 inch Extra. The larger plane flies somewhat easier as it floats more. Nothing wrong with the CG Edge though, I love the plane but right now it's sitting empty in the hangar. Maybe the little DL30 is the ticket for it. Time will tell.
Good luck with your Edge.
10-02-2009, 09:29 PM
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RE: CARL GOLDBERG 77
ORIGINAL: Rod Bender
NIB= New In Box
Hamman, I have one of these also, partially built, never flown, I have 2 or 3 extra cowls, there were cracks and such in the others, Tower just kept sending them to me until I got a good one.
But, This plane NIB..... $250 in todays market maybe.... ? I dunno
NIB= New In Box
Hamman, I have one of these also, partially built, never flown, I have 2 or 3 extra cowls, there were cracks and such in the others, Tower just kept sending them to me until I got a good one.
But, This plane NIB..... $250 in todays market maybe.... ? I dunno
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RE: CARL GOLDBERG 77
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Thanks for the cowling Greg, it arrives in perfect condition today as you said. Again, thanks, i appreciate your effort to help me......Frankie
ORIGINAL: Rod Bender
NIB= New In Box
Hamman, I have one of these also, partially built, never flown, I have 2 or 3 extra cowls, there were cracks and such in the others, Tower just kept sending them to me until I got a good one.
But, This plane NIB..... $250 in todays market maybe.... ? I dunno
NIB= New In Box
Hamman, I have one of these also, partially built, never flown, I have 2 or 3 extra cowls, there were cracks and such in the others, Tower just kept sending them to me until I got a good one.
But, This plane NIB..... $250 in todays market maybe.... ? I dunno
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RE: CARL GOLDBERG 77
I know this thread is old, But I have a ?. I just built this edge 540 with a thor 45cc. I am checking the cg upside down at the fuse at 4.6 inches from LE. It flies like it is tail heavy.
Am i checking the cg right or am I missing something?
Thankyou.
Am i checking the cg right or am I missing something?
Thankyou.
05-31-2010, 06:52 PM
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RE: CARL GOLDBERG 77
The Edge 540 is a mid-wing airplane. You can check the CG right side up. If it flies tail heavy, move batteries forward until you like it. These are neat flying airplanes. Seal all gaps and have fun.
Good luck,
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Good luck,
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05-31-2010, 07:27 PM
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RE: CARL GOLDBERG 77
ORIGINAL: poorwboy
I know this thread is old, But I have a ?. I just built this edge 540 with a thor 45cc. I am checking the cg upside down at the fuse at 4.6 inches from LE. It flies like it is tail heavy.
Am i checking the cg right or am I missing something?
Thankyou.
I know this thread is old, But I have a ?. I just built this edge 540 with a thor 45cc. I am checking the cg upside down at the fuse at 4.6 inches from LE. It flies like it is tail heavy.
Am i checking the cg right or am I missing something?
Thankyou.
Manual says 4.5"-4.75"
06-01-2010, 12:08 PM
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Thanks guys, I have it within spec, so I guess this is the way they fly. I have flown many extras, caps, but never a edge.
Thanks guys, I have it within spec, so I guess this is the way they fly. I have flown many extras, caps, but never a edge.
I have flown a TOC 30% Extra 260, I do have right now a new 30% xtra 300 aerowork and believe me, my old carl goldberg 77" edge is the best for me to fly. Ihave flown it with a fuji 43cc's and then with a dl-50cc and no diference in the way it behaves. The cg being always around 4-5/8" (4.6").
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RE: CARL GOLDBERG 77
Well I took the edge out again yesterday and all went well. I dont think it is tail heavy anymore, just the plane is real touchy and responsive.
Are you guys putting expo in your radios? I have none.
Are you guys putting expo in your radios? I have none.
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Well I took the edge out again yesterday and all went well. I dont think it is tail heavy anymore, just the plane is real touchy and responsive.
Are you guys putting expo in your radios? I have none.
Well I took the edge out again yesterday and all went well. I dont think it is tail heavy anymore, just the plane is real touchy and responsive.
Are you guys putting expo in your radios? I have none.