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RE: Great Planes 40 PETE N POKE Sport Build! - 2/14/2008 6:07:35 AM   
cmstone


 

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From: Mt Sterling, OH, USA
Status: offline 		I just ordered mine last night. Can't wait to get started on it. Does anyone have a drawing so I can play with it in the paint program to come up with color design? And, here's one that should get a few answers Any suggestions on mod's?

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RE: Great Planes 40 PETE N POKE Sport Build! - 2/18/2008 10:00:05 PM   
mkharv3



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Joined: 1/6/2004
From: San Antonio, TX, USA
Status: offline 		Hey all thanks for being patient. I have not had a lot of time to build. Yesterday I got the Vertical Stab built and the rudder also. Tonight I am going to finish up hinging and doing some sanding. I just found out that my motor has just been shipped. I think that will give me even more drive to get this PNP built. He are a couple picutres to show how the Vert. was built. Keep watching for start of the wing build. I think that will be the most fun part.

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RE: Great Planes 40 PETE N POKE Sport Build! - 2/22/2008 1:44:47 AM   
mkharv3



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From: San Antonio, TX, USA
Status: offline 		My engine finally arrived today. Here are some pictures of the initial break in run. I have also attached a link to the short video of the run. I am sorry again for the slow progress but the ENGINE WORKS. Kind of putting the carriage before the horse but it is fun. Here is the link http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uhDEaSqgz4Q

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RE: Great Planes 40 PETE N POKE Sport Build! - 2/22/2008 6:55:58 AM   
spadeng


 

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Joined: 7/17/2005
From: Abilene, TX, USA
Status: offline 		getting more done, looks good, so is cutting out the vert stab out of the plans going to mess up the fuse when you decid to build that

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RE: Great Planes 40 PETE N POKE Sport Build! - 2/22/2008 1:42:00 PM   
mkharv3



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From: San Antonio, TX, USA
Status: offline 		Not at all. You actually build the fuse on a different set of plans. You actually build up on the plans for the fuse. So all is good. Hey by the way how is the Desert treating you. Be safe and keep checking back. I think I am going to be hitting the build hard soon. See ya. MARK

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RE: Great Planes 40 PETE N POKE Sport Build! - 2/22/2008 8:50:50 PM   
spadeng


 

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From: Abilene, TX, USA
Status: offline 		How do you like that 4 stroke, how is the break in compared to a 2 stroke. Computer Nazis over here have Youtube blocked.

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RE: Great Planes 40 PETE N POKE Sport Build! - 2/23/2008 4:54:29 PM   
hy flyr


 

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And how do you keep the beer cold?


That's funny
Great build thread, I'll be watching this one!

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RE: Great Planes 40 PETE N POKE Sport Build! - 2/23/2008 8:56:54 PM   
Phlip



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From: Auburn, MA, USA
Status: online 		Looks like fun. I've rebuilt mine twice, and it's still a great plane. Read this thread for some more thoughts http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_1020388/mpage_1/key_/tm.htm

Nice looking workshop, too!

Phil


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RE: Great Planes 40 PETE N POKE Sport Build! - 2/29/2008 8:55:57 PM   
mkharv3



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Status: offline 		I decided to go ahead and buy a new set of Radios for this thing. I figured I would go ahead and buy new everything to hopefully ensure a long life span. Of course if something happens to it, it could never be my fault it would only be the equipment. RIGHT. Here is the picture of what I got. Also I have started the wing center I will update and add photos tonight. Thanks for all the viewers.

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RE: Great Planes 40 PETE N POKE Sport Build! - 3/2/2008 12:04:28 AM   
spadeng


 

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From: Abilene, TX, USA
Status: offline 		finally upgrading to a computer radio only a 4 channel. Hope it works good for ya

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RE: Great Planes 40 PETE N POKE Sport Build! - 3/3/2008 11:54:27 PM   
mkharv3



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Status: offline 		Wow they were right there is a WHOLE lot of carving and sanding involved with this kit. Yes it is part of the fun but t took me about an hour to carve and sand the trailing edge here are a couple pictures of that you might find amusing. I know that I did not while I was sanding but it turned out great.

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RE: Great Planes 40 PETE N POKE Sport Build! - 3/3/2008 11:59:08 PM   
mkharv3



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From: San Antonio, TX, USA
Status: offline 		Here is a photo of the almost finished product of the wing center section. I have completed all but the skin on the top and I will add photos hopefully tonight. I hope there is someone out there who is enjoying this thread I know it is slow moving but I will pick up the pace. Also my Radios should be here tomorrow. I always love getting new stuff. See Ya

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RE: Great Planes 40 PETE N POKE Sport Build! - 3/3/2008 11:59:54 PM   
Sunny_B



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Joined: 12/1/2002
From: Bakersfield, CA, USA
Status: offline 		Just thought I would offer up mine. I've flow it for several years with a Saito 56. Great fun
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RE: Great Planes 40 PETE N POKE Sport Build! - 3/4/2008 3:00:44 AM   
spadeng


 

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From: Abilene, TX, USA
Status: offline 		looks like a plane would help on carving the trailing edge. are the wings going to be the same way

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RE: Great Planes 40 PETE N POKE Sport Build! - 3/11/2008 5:50:02 PM   
mkharv3



Posts: 79
Joined: 1/6/2004
From: San Antonio, TX, USA
Status: offline 		Hey all,

I am sorry but I will not doing any building for a couple weeks. Just found out my brother in law is going to be having a tumor removed from his brain. Very hard to deal with at this time but we will be in CA for a little while and I will get to it soon so please stop back later.

All those who know me and are viewing this thread please keep a prayer in your hearts for him. Thanks for all your thoughts.

Mark

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RE: Great Planes 40 PETE N POKE Sport Build! - 3/26/2008 4:35:43 AM   
mkharv3



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Joined: 1/6/2004
From: San Antonio, TX, USA
Status: offline 		I am finally back and ready to back on the build! Hopefully I will get started on the rest of the wing in the morning. Thanks for following.

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