Wendell Hosteler kit
1/4 scale Piper Pawnee, the kit itself is from National Balsa and I have the full scale plans from Hostler. I was wondering if anyone is building one of these or has in the past. The plans are very detailed, however no instructions and for the record I have built kits in the past.
Thanks Paul. |
Paul, are you going to do a build thread? Following builds and making recommendations is pretty popular on this board. Hosteler designs are usually pretty good but they aren't perfect I have heard several complaints on some of his other designs. I don't think there are any perfect designs from any designer out there so I wouldn't let my comment worry you. Evert=y designer has his own little quirks. Here is a link to a Hosteler Bonanza build that has been on going since March I am sure it would give you a feel for the way Hosteler designs his models.
Mike http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/kit-...nza-build.html |
Yes I plan on doing a build thread and post pictures along the way. Thanks for info.
Paul. |
Paul , Wendell doesn't usually provide instructions with his plans . You may find some build notes on the plans occasionally but no instruction like you would find in a kit from like Top Flite or Sig .
You may find some Hostetler builds on some of the other sites like RCScalebuilder . Most of his plans build very similarly using the same design methods across the majority of his plans . |
I have a couple Hostetler build threads on RC groups. They are typical Hostetler builds, and should provide an idea of what to expect.
https://www.rcgroups.com/forums/show...ombe-Silvair-8 https://www.rcgroups.com/forums/show...r-s-Cessna-195 I like Hostetler designs, but they aren't for the novice. With kit building experience, a modeler should be able to build a Hostetler design. The plans have some omissions, so planning ahead is essential. I believe that there is a Pawnee build thread, on RC Groups, or Flying Giants. |
Tom I did see the one you're talking about on RCgroups and yes helps tremendously. Not my first build, however first without step by step instructions. I find the plans very detailed.
In the process of finishing up and electric glider an ARF and then get started on this one. Thanks Paul. |
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Tom I did see the one you're talking about on RCgroups and yes helps tremendously. Not my first build, however first without step by step instructions. I find the plans very detailed.
In the process of finishing up and electric glider an ARF and then get started on this one. Thanks Paul. It's not a big deal, though. Past building experience should carry you through most problems. When you find something that you can't work through, many builders will offer helpful suggestions. |
Tom is a dynamite builder, you will learn a lot looking over his build threads!
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I have seen his work. Yes very impressive. I remember the first glider I built and I think was back late 80 s and no internet then, this forum in an incredible resource of information. thanks guys.
Paul. |
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