OK...not sure if I am a glutton for punishment, just plane crazy, or a lot of both. I am starting on my second kit, a Sig Hog Bipe, and am going to try to do a build along thread. Now I am not making any promises on how long this will take, but will try to keep some semblance of a build going without stopping for several months like I did on my Somethin Extra. It is my hope that by posting my progress here, I have more than just my satisfaction in building to keep me going. It is my hope that all of you, who have been a great help to me over my 3 years of learning this hobby, will keep me encouraged if I start to drift. I am dedicating this build to Eric Kler of the website fubarhill. He, more than anyone has helped to keep the ol hog bipe tradition going. And to Minnflyer - just cause I think I should. Besides I like his drawings and you never know when I might need one during this build.
Anyway, here goes:
Plans: Engine: Saito 100gk (Haven't purchased it yet, but I will need to soon since the engine area is early on in the construction.) Servos: Hitec HS-635HB's (I have them on my Ultra Stick Lite and like them.) Receiver: I have a JR8103 that I fly with, so a JR R700 will probably be my choice. I sure like the small size of this rx. Battery: 1100MAH Nicad. I chose this size because it matches all of my other planes. That way I am never wondering what charge rate to put on the plane. Colors: Will use a base coat of white Ultra Cote with the patterns in purple with a yellow trim or maybe black. Plenty of time to decide.
Planned modifications: 1. Will replace the current aluminum gear that came with the kit with a gear I have on hand from an Ultra Stick 60. It is taller than the gear supplied in the kit, is much the same size where it mounts to the fuse, and it is much sturdier than the stock gear. This will allow me to swing a larger prop on the Saito 100. 2. Will move the gear block forward 1/2" to 3/4", have seen both indicated here on RCU, still time to decide. 3. May reshape the tail fin and rudder, but not sure yet, and if I do, not sure what shape I would make it. 4. Will add a Sullivan tailwheel in the rear of the fuse. This is pretty much what I have done on all my planes already, both ARF and kit. 5. May sheet the rear turtle deck. Not sure yet, but is a consideration. 6. Install a fuel dot for easy access to fill line. I also put this in a lot of my current planes.
For now, that is what I have planned. I have added some pics of my bench, so you can see it before it gets to what it normally looks like. Wish me luck.
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Hooked, Congrats on getting a Sig Pig. I'm on my third one. You can find my current Hog Bipe on page 5 at fubarhill.com (plus in my avatar). All of the mods you suggest I agree on with the exception of modifying the tail feathers and the turtle deck. I threw away the plastic turtle deck and carved one out of a balsa block, which makes it easier to cover (not paint). One mod you didn't mention is to do the dual aileron mod. This is a huge mod that you need to do to eliminate a flutter problem that can occur from having just one servo. Other than that this kit a dream to build and a fantasy to fly!!!! I love em.
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Thanks for the info. I have envied yours for some time now. I guess I should have mentioned the dual aleron servo as a mod, but thought since it is offered as part of the kit, I considered it as a given. I will also shape the plastic turtle deck out of balsa...just didn't know yours was done the same way. Tail feather mod is just an idea that I haven't made my final decision on yet. I know there are some on fubarhill that have changed the shape, but it isn't one that I consider a must.
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Hooked, Thanks. This is my 3rd Hog, but my first build. It's means a lot more when it's your baby that you've built. The first 10-15 flights I just couldn't relax, but as soon as I loosened up it's really become a joy to fly!! Damn, I love these bipes!!!
Hope you have fun with yours.
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Hooked,
My son and I just completed building a Hog. This was our first build of a model of this size. Build was a joy and we encountered no problems to speak of.
We made some of the mods you mention and some others as well.
Moved landing gear foward 1/2 inch; made new enlarged plate for gear and reinforced attachment to fuse. Used dual servo setup included with kit. Enlarged rudder by 3/4 inch (by glued 1/4 x 3/4 stock to leading edge of rudder). Increased opening in elevator to allow more throw of rudder.
Powered with Saito .91 and balance was perfect without adding any weight. Servos mounted as shown in plans; battery placed in space under tank. Used stock headrest and wheel pants. Sprayed with black dope. Fiberglassed inside seem on wheel pants. Doubled up some sheeting on wing in places that will be handled a lot.
Took us about 4 or 5 weeks of nights and weekends.
All alignments came out nearly perfect without need to shim or otherwise adjust.
Swager - I would have considered cowling the engine, but with a Saito GK (Golden Knight) version, I really want the engine to be seen.
dmanson - Looks like a great plane for your first build. Mine will probably take more than 4-5 weeks. I have a vacation coming up in about a month and am headed for the sun. I am also wanting to fly some when we get good weather here.
I think the first thing I need to do is get the engine on order. Will be doing that this week. I have considered building out of sequence and doing the wings first. If anyone thinks I shouldn't do it that way, don't hesitate to speak up. I will review the plans and if it looks feasible, I will start building the wings first.
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As best I can remember, you should be able to build wings first. We were very careful to construct a flat building board and make sure that the wing was fully pinned down, especially in the step that "sets" the shape of the wing. Both wings came out perfectly true.
Found it best to wet sheeting on wing D-tube and turtle deck so as to bend without cracking. Just wet with rag and let sit a few minutes.
Haven't flown it yet. Waiting for a break in the weather.
dmanson- If you look in my second pic from the left, you can see my building board hanging on the wall to the right of the bench. It is 1/2 of a bi-fold door with ceiling tile glued to the surface using 3M spray adhesive. I have built a Somethin Extra on it and it is as straight as an arrow. As far as bending the sheeting, yes, I use Amonia in a spray bottle to bend the stock without cracking it.
For today, I plan to read through the entire set of plans and to begin separating the balsa stock and hardware parts. I will inspect the included hardware and decide if I need to replace it, or will use what is provided. If it looks like I can start on the wing first, which I think I can, I will begin this weekend. I would really like to start the wing first because my funds are somewhat limited right now. The Saito is shown on different websites at $299.00 and I just don't want to spend the money right now. I know all I have to do is pick up the phone and get the engine, but I have ONE...count em ONE more semester of tuition to pay for my son. He graduates from college in May, and then my finances will be looking up. And...my wife and I are taking a long awaited vacation in early March and are saving for the trip. On this one I can't get away with buying too much before we go. (She is very understanding of my addiction to this hobby, but there are limits.)
Anyway, will post again after I have started and will include pics.
ADDITIONAL UPDATE: Just read through the instruction booklet and I can start the wings first. Will be picking up more T pins, Medium CA, single razor blades, #11 xacto blades, and some emory style sanding boards. Will begin Saturday morning. (Would have probably flown this weekend, but as luck would have it, the temperature will be better today and tomorrow....ugh am working!
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Well, I guess I just can't stand a clean workbench and a building board that has nothing on it. I stopped by Hobby Lobby and Michael's this afternoon to gather up straight pins, epoxy brushes, mixing sticks, and other small items so I could get started this weekend. Got home and went through the box of parts, taking out the hardware and separating the sheets so it is easier to find what I need. Nothing left either the top or the bottom of the box. That is all except the hardware which went straight into a shoe box for later. This time I am not spending an hour looking for a part that ends up underneath something on the workbench. Yeah...I know...well at least it is my plan.
So anyway, got the top wing part of the plan cut off of the main sheet, taped it to the building board, put a plastic plan protector sheet over that, then topped it off with wax paper. Then, I just couldn't stop...and began to build the wing straight from the plans. I must admit, I am spoiled after building the Somethin Extra. It had all laser cut parts while the Hog Bipe only has some of them cut that way. I am a little disappointed with the inner wing ribs cause some of the parts were crushed a little rather than clean cut. Nothing that I would complain about to SIG, just an observation. I have attached the latest pictures of my progress, and couldn't help posting a pic of the mixing stick box that I got at Michael's. A great buy as far as I am concerned: 1,000 sticks for $2.99... Try finding that at the LHS!
Man is it great to be peeling CA of my fingers again.
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Thanks for the thread. I am about a month ahead of you with a Hog. One mod that I made was to go with dual elevator pushrods. I like the firmness and positive feel.
Thanks propwash - I have always wanted to do something like this, but never got around to it. Thought this would be a good start and a good plane to do it on. I have added the trailing edge sheeting, the top spar, and the web shears. Also put in the top wing bracing as indicated in the instructions. You can see in the last pic that I have added the leading edge wing sheeting and it is being formed into the correct shape. I haven't glued it in place yet, and that may have been a mistake. Once the sheeting dries out (I sprayed ammonia on the sheeting to keep it from cracking) it might be a little more difficult to get the glue/epoxy in on the ribs. However, I really wanted to take my time and make sure the LE was formed and still be able to move it around to ensure a good fit. Will pick back up tomorrow morning with a planned total weekend build session... Yeah, I will sleep and eat, but am on a roll and want to get as much done as I can.
Here are pics of additional adds to the top wing build.
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crazy, or a lot of both. I am starting on my second kit, a Sig Hog Bipe, and am going to try to do a build along thread. Now I am not making any promises on how long this will take, but will try to keep some semblance of a build going without stopping for several months like I did on my Somethin Extra. It is my hope that by posting my progress here, I have more than just my satisfaction in building to keep me going. It is my hope that all of you, who have been a great help to me over my 3 years of learning this hobby, will keep me encouraged if I start to 
