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WACO YMF

Old 12-09-2014, 04:21 PM
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Originally Posted by mackeyjones
I had 2 of the smaller Pica Waco kits years ago, it is always in the back of mind to build a larger one, although by larger I think I would want about 1/4 scale. Might have to reinvest in some plans.
FWIW, the 1/5 scale PICA YMF plans are available on-line at http://www.outerzone.co.uk/plan_details.asp?ID=3269 and includes templates for all the formers and ribs. If you don't mind cutting your own parts, it should be easy to blow up to 1/4 scale.
Old 12-11-2014, 03:28 AM
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Originally Posted by RBACONS
FWIW, the 1/5 scale PICA YMF plans are available on-line at http://www.outerzone.co.uk/plan_details.asp?ID=3269 and includes templates for all the formers and ribs. If you don't mind cutting your own parts, it should be easy to blow up to 1/4 scale.
Thanks for that, although I am picking up a set from a friend on the weekend.
Old 12-11-2014, 03:49 AM
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AMA has the original plans with our templates. Proven system.

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Old 12-11-2014, 04:07 AM
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They also come with the modified templates for a more scale looking waco. The modified wings look 100% better. I'm glad I went that route.
Old 12-11-2014, 02:17 PM
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Thank Dan for that

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Old 12-11-2014, 09:24 PM
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Originally Posted by Stickbuilder
Thank Dan for that

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Couldn't have done it with out your help.
Old 12-12-2014, 12:22 AM
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Oh well, you done it. ��
By the way, I could use a set of ribs and diehedral braces when you don't have anything else biting at you.

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Old 12-12-2014, 05:59 AM
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Originally Posted by Stickbuilder
Oh well, you done it. ��
By the way, I could use a set of ribs and diehedral braces when you don't have anything else biting at you.

Bill, Waco Brother #1
Will do Bill as soon as I get this move done I can get back to a life as I remember it LOL
Old 12-13-2014, 12:40 PM
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Hello all
got a chance to see this beauty today up close. 1937 Waco VPF-7 one of only seven built. WOW

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Old 12-13-2014, 12:41 PM
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Hello all
got a chance to see this beauty today up close. 1937 Waco VPF-7 one of only seven built. WOW

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Old 12-13-2014, 06:45 PM
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Ready to install receiver and go for first flight. The remainder of the scale bits ( cockpit etc ) can wait till then.

Merry Christmas To All. tmac48
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Old 12-13-2014, 06:51 PM
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Beautiful man, beautiful. Good luck on the maiden.
Old 12-13-2014, 06:52 PM
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tmac she looks sweet.
Good luck with the maiden.
Old 12-13-2014, 08:09 PM
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tmac48
One fine looking airplane,Congratulations,and the best of luck on the maiden.
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Old 12-14-2014, 05:06 AM
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Tmac
Wow that's one beautiful Waco best of luck
Old 12-14-2014, 05:07 AM
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It's beeyootiful!!! Mitch
Old 12-15-2014, 04:31 AM
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tmac, great looking ship -the proof is in the pudding, as they say- definitely the wait. good luck on her maiden and many more great flights throughout

regards,
Chris Melhus ceije WB196
Old 12-15-2014, 07:39 AM
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Tmac,

Great job! Great detail!

Best of luck on first flight.

Mike Hopkins


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Old 12-16-2014, 09:05 PM
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OK guys, Huston we have a problem, 1/5th scale Waco, Top wing
Instructions read to install the (w13) preshaped trailing edge from rib w5 thru rib w8,what I don't understand is,(and I can't find it on plan)
does the w13 preshaped trailing edge glue on flush to the top of the ribs or just have it sit in place and it would be low like 3/32" from the top of the rib.
Thanks in advance,
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Old 12-17-2014, 02:37 PM
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Originally Posted by ctflyboy
OK guys, Huston we have a problem, 1/5th scale Waco, Top wing
Instructions read to install the (w13) preshaped trailing edge from rib w5 thru rib w8,what I don't understand is,(and I can't find it on plan)
does the w13 preshaped trailing edge glue on flush to the top of the ribs or just have it sit in place and it would be low like 3/32" from the top of the rib.
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George let me dig out my plans and see if I can get you an answer. I believe the part your talking about is were the alerons hing to if so they will have to sanded to follow the ribs
Old 12-17-2014, 03:13 PM
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W13 should match the ribs top and bottom.

Since it's a flat bottom wing, I would glue to match the bottom of the ribs ribs and then sand the top of the ribs and top of the trailing edge to match to match the top of the rib contour.
Old 12-17-2014, 03:43 PM
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George here a a few pic hope they help.

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Old 12-17-2014, 06:22 PM
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Dan (mrdhud)
Yes sir that's exactly how I addressed it. Thank you so much you for the pics,that really clears it up
George
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Old 12-25-2014, 09:59 PM
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Thought I would give you guys a look at my mates shed.

Merry Xmas
Terry McCleary tmac48.
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Old 12-26-2014, 07:06 AM
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Ho, Ho, Ho! Now that is one comfortable "Man Cave".

I see he has the planes set aside and a beer holding position of reverence on the table.

Not sure I agree with that......At least it looks like he has a P-47 sitting in the back corner. But no WACO?

Happy Holidays Just waiting for the caffeine to kick in here.

ps. Even noticed the JRPROPO on the door. Gotta love it.

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