Bonified Wingnut

Can Anybody tell me where I can get kits anymore. I know Tower sells a few but there choices are dwindling. Since I've
Been back into the hobby a little over a year. I have found no new places, even the ARF's are getting fewer. Is it against the rules of RCU for somebody to make a list of Good hobby shops(and what they sell). It probably wouldn't be a long one.
I am looking for a plane for a Magnum 52 rfs. I Have only found about 4 places that actually have planes, Including ARF's and the places that have several names.

Any help is greatly appreciated, thanks in advance.

Lightfoot

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My first choice is [link=http://www.sigmfg.com/cgi-bin/dpsmart.exe/MainMenuFV4.html?E+Sig]Sig[/link].

mmattockx

What type of model are you looking for? There are a fair number of kits around, but most are now produced by small niche market suppliers and you need to know where to look for them.

Mark

summerwind

want a good but fun challenge?

try here,
http://www.proctor-enterprises.com/

Bonified Wingnut

I really don't know what I'm looking for. I would really like to build a WW2 scale, Or any scale like, I just don't want a Stick, or a plank wing or a Floater like a Cub. I am really open.
Thanks for the web help Howard, Sig hardly has anything either, But I will check out your Site,, RCFU.
I am thinking about another scratch built.
Oh and as far as Proctor, I was Also checking out Another place with Some scale WW 1. But I told myself I would find a plane for this engine. I've already skipped it about 4 times.

Thanks again.

summerwind

well did you even look at the website i posted?

Bonified Wingnut

Sorry Summerwind I put the websites in the wrong sentences.

turbo.gst

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Consider building from plans. I know its not for everyone, but there is every type of plane imaginable. You also get to hand select the wood/ materials used and can modify to your hearts content.

turbo

summerwind

you might really like Balsa USA....they have a bunch of neat kits and some great WW1 planes if you think Proctor is not what you want.
for the engine you have though, you may really enjoy the VK line which is kitted by Proctor.........easy to build and fly great.

here is a thread you might like where the Nieuport 11 is being built by several.......

http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_6659520/tm.htm

Bonified Wingnut

Turbo, I don't mind building from plans but I have yet to find a good way to transfer to balsa.
Summerwind -I think you might have found me a plane. I like both the Newport 17 and the DR1.
I guess the .52 will get put back on the shelf again. Been Thinkin about getting a .70 anyway.
Really Nice looking kits exactly the size I was looking for. Probably call them tommorrow.
Hows Proctor-Enterprises sevice?

badger5964

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Here is a short list

[link=http://www.funaero.com]Fun Aero[/link] These people make some nice WWI scale and a staudacher in Glow sizes. Never bought one but they look good
[link=http://www.bridiairplanes.com]Bridi Airplanes[/link] These people kit Joe Bridi designs. I have a Killer Bee and am pleased with it.
[link=http://www.swanyshouse.com]swany profile 3D[/link] profile 3d planes, have great reputation
[link=http://www.airflair.com]Air Flair Kits[/link] Sport models many shapes and sizes

Scott
[link=http://www.fayettevillercclub.com]www.fayettevillercclub.com[/link]

shd3920

Some that I know of:

http://www.the436modelshop.co.nz/ite...in_category=25
http://www.greatplanes.com/
http://www.hobbyhorse.com/
http://www.hobby-lobby.com/
http://www.horizonhobby.com/
http://www.balsausa.com/
http://www.sigmfg.com/
http://www.omnimodels.com/
http://www.*********.org/manufactures.htm
http://www.towerhobbies.com/

ARFS
http://www.centralhobbies.com/
http://www.kyosho.co.jp/web/top-e.html
http://www.rcsuperstore.com/

summerwind

hey your .52 will power the 17 or the DR1 just fine..........that engine is more than enough power for them and you'll get excellent fuel mileage.

the owners name for Proctor is Joe Topper....his service is excellent and the nice thing is, he's a modeler..........if you need info, or have questions, he'll spend as much time with you as you need..........

here is a link to RCScale builder, and there are several VK builds going on there.........all you'll have to do is register just like you did when you joined here,

http://www.rcscalebuilder.com/forum/...ics.asp?FID=39

Bonified Wingnut

Yeah I think your right, Summerwind, The 52 four stroke should fly a 5 1/2 or 6 lb plane. Really like their kits, I shoulda asked a loong time ago. Now I need to read the build thread.
Thanks shd3920 Balsa USA was the other place I was looking for. Couldn't find it- all I could think of was House of Balsa.
They have some nice planes AND a Nieuport 17 thats my size.

Thanks for all the web addresses

jetmech43

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look at the top flite kits

Bonified Wingnut

I've checked out the Top Flite kits at Tower and downloaded alot of the manuals. But they are a bit heavy for what I was looking for. I would get one if they had more in a smaller size.

tommy_b_o_y

i really like this thread. its nice to see all the offerings. there are several kits out there.

Stickbuilder

The easy trick to transferring the parts to wood is to make a true size copy of the parts templates, then carefully cut them out, and adhere them to the wood using a spray adhesive. Cut the parts, and suddenly, you have a kit. Best of all, the parts are not die-crunched, but are precisely cut, and you will take more pride in the model, since you did all the work.

Bill, AMA 4720
WACO Brotherhood #1

carrellh

Radical RC sells Flair kits
http://www.radicalrc.com/shop/?shop=...20264&cat=150&
We've looked at the 'Harvard' which is a version of the AT-6. The description does point out that this kit is not "scale," but it looks a bit like the full size Harvard.

turbo.gst

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Stickbuilder has a good method for transferring parts.

turbo

warbirdcolors

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For some really good and unusual WWII scale kits, go to:

http://www.vanvan.us

They're laser cut, well engineered, and fly well

Bonified Wingnut

Thanks Stickbuilder, Thats how I usually scratch build. I would be nice if I had a printer that a sheet of balsa would fit (that was cheap).
Thanks to everbody for the replies sorry I am not online about once a week to answer.

gumhead

A few kits??? Tower has over 200 kits...
http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...7p?CATEGORY=AA

NM2K

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Gee, just like it used to be before the super discounters evolved into existence. <G>


Ed Cregger

Bonified Wingnut

Gumhead, Have you ever saw a Tower catalog from the early 90's. There was a lot more. Before the electrics.