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Carden Cuda Build - 12/5/2005 11:59:33 PM   
RobT



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Status: offline 		This is my third Carden build. My first was a 40% Extra 330S, the second was a 35% Edge. When Carden came out with the Cuda I thought it would be an amazing 50cc beater.

As you can see from the photos Cardens come packed as if each one was a gift especially for you, with real photo's to aid in the build. Parts are hand labeled . . . right down to which sheeting should be used on the wing, stab, etc.

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RE: Carden Cuda Build - 12/6/2005 12:02:24 AM   
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Status: offline 		As with any carden the parts come straight out of the bag onto the plane. Precut to the size you need.

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RE: Carden Cuda Build - 12/6/2005 12:05:26 AM   
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Status: offline 		Since the stab is non removable you need to build a shoulder for the stab to fit on as you build the truss side.

I used a French curve to transfer the shape to some scrap paper (hard to see the scrap in the photo but it is the second dark line that is up from the first. The top pen line is now my template, and the bottom is the original stab line on the plans), and then used that template to carve the wood.

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RE: Carden Cuda Build - 12/6/2005 6:09:09 PM   
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Status: offline 		Looking good Rob, I've been thinking about getting one of these next. Can't wait for a flight report.

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RE: Carden Cuda Build - 12/6/2005 7:33:30 PM   
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Status: offline 		I just framed one up and am now working on covering. The build itself was pretty straightforward....the only part I didn't like was building the stab saddle and getting everything aligned perfect. Installing a stab tube is much simpler IMO.

I deviated from the plans just a bit though.....I've read the cuda can come out a little nose heavy, so I modified the back of the fuse to accept a servo just below the horz. stab. This way I can move the rudder servo wherever it needs to go easily without hacking up the fuse too badly. I would actually prefer to put the servo in the tail, cause I hate running pull-pull cable!

I've got a DA50 on the shelf waiting to go in....just need to order up some new hitec servos

I'm anxious to see how it flies as well....so far I think it should be a winner!

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RE: Carden Cuda Build - 12/6/2005 7:40:30 PM   
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Status: offline 		There are plenty of Carden build sites / posts up so I wont bore people with the little things, but I will try to show things that are different about the Cuda. . . Like the stabs.

I made a few photocopies of the stab area of the plans, and cut them out to use as templates. I then used these templates to cut the tail saddle off of the rear of the fuse.



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RE: Carden Cuda Build - 12/7/2005 1:31:00 AM   
RobT



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Status: offline 		I then mounted the stab on fuse and set incidences etc as usual. Finally I replaced the top piece of the fuse and sheeted over the top with 1/8th balsa as a fin mount / stab lock.

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RE: Carden Cuda Build - 12/7/2005 2:03:52 AM   
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Status: offline 		Lookin' good Rob.

I actually have 2 of these kits to build for myself (for a change).....

I am thinking of selling one due to the fact that I doubt I will have the time to build 2. The thing I like about the CUDA is it is something different from what everyone else is flying. You see Extras, CAPs, Edges and Yaks everywhere, but you don't see anything that flies as well that is completely different.....


Good luck with the build

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RE: Carden Cuda Build - 12/7/2005 1:37:57 PM   
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Status: offline 		Rob,

Thanks for the great pictures and explanations !! Allot of extra work on your part to post this info, for all of us to enjoy and learn from, thanks.

Ward

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RE: Carden Cuda Build - 12/7/2005 2:47:28 PM   
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Status: offline 		Anyone flown the Cuda ? Im thinking about buying one and a DA 50...



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RE: Carden Cuda Build - 12/7/2005 4:59:20 PM   
50%plane



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Status: offline 		There are a number of reviews on Carden's web site.


Woops

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RE: Carden Cuda Build - 12/8/2005 2:42:18 AM   
RobT



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Status: offline 		ZZ and cap thanks for the kind words.

JM, I just saw your post about using a vacuum bag and poly-u without gluing the sheeting together. I vacuum bag with epoxy and always glue the sheeting together. Here are my questions for you: 1) you said you did the turtle deck of the Cuda without edge gluing first. Is the tape enough to keep the edges of the seems closed on that tight radius? I actually change from white glue (on the wings and stabs) to zap for the turtle deck because I know I am going to wet the wood before it goes into the bag.

2) Have you ever done a weight analysis on using the poly? I would be very curious.

Thanks.
Rob

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RE: Carden Cuda Build - 12/8/2005 2:55:35 AM   
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