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The Making of Xtreme ARF F100 D Super Sabre

Old 09-05-2014, 07:28 AM
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Interesting how this F-100 is based on the FB F-100.

How small the jet world really is!
Old 09-05-2014, 07:56 AM
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Having been involved with eXtreme for a while now the one thing I have to say is they are fully communicative, prompt in reply, listen to suggestions and ideas and have a good command of english which is very refreshing.
The F100 as explained is made from FB moulds but is completely different in all aspects of materials used and internal construction, plus you get the great paint finish too, future models - Vixen, F84, A6 etc will be made entirely by eXtreme using their own new moulds, some of which are cut directly from aluminium billet. Naturally with all relationships there are growing pains but I feel very confident the products, construction techniques, proving and testing programs from eXtreme will be top notch.

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Any chance someone can post factory pics showing the internal structure of the wings and stabs. I would like to see the ribs, how the wing tube is tied in, hinge points and gear mounts. Also how the pivot shaft is secured in the horizontal stab. I ask because I'm interested in this F100 after seeing it at JOK - just wish I would have asked more questions back then.

Thanks...Scott
Old 09-10-2014, 04:40 AM
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Originally Posted by sc0tt
Any chance someone can post factory pics showing the internal structure of the wings and stabs. I would like to see the ribs, how the wing tube is tied in, hinge points and gear mounts. Also how the pivot shaft is secured in the horizontal stab. I ask because I'm interested in this F100 after seeing it at JOK - just wish I would have asked more questions back then.

Thanks...Scott
HI Scott, they told me that the F100 batch for this year is done and wings are closed so can not take pictures but I had an old picture of the stab though..:The locking mechanism is a clamp and a anti-rotation pin that goes into the shaft's slot, as you can see in the pictures below:
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Old 09-10-2014, 08:49 AM
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Originally Posted by rchobbymodels
HI Scott, they told me that the F100 batch for this year is done and wings are closed so can not take pictures but I had an old picture of the stab though..:The locking mechanism is a clamp and a anti-rotation pin that goes into the shaft's slot, as you can see in the pictures below:
Guys, the stab mechanism mounted on the bulkhead seems to be the exact same system used successfully for years on the Tam Super Hornet. However, the Tam control mechanism was mounted to a solid plywood bulkhead. This bulkhead seems to be some sort of HC or or foam sandwiched material. I would warn about eventual compression and loosening of the attachment bolts We had it occur overtime with the Hornets.

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David I have seen a sample of this 'sandwich' composite and believe me its not going to compress, the structure is nothing like you see in some kits with a soft type foam. The info is here: http://xtremearf.com/index.php/support/carbon-fiber

If you look closely at the side view you can see the structure is very clever.

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Old 09-10-2014, 09:32 AM
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Originally Posted by David Searles
Guys, the stab mechanism mounted on the bulkhead seems to be the exact same system used successfully for years on the Tam Super Hornet. However, the Tam control mechanism was mounted to a solid plywood bulkhead. This bulkhead seems to be some sort of HC or or foam sandwiched material. I would warn about eventual compression and loosening of the attachment bolts We had it occur overtime with the Hornets.

David S
David, check out the following page on Xtreme ARF's site:
http://xtremearf.com/index.php/support/carbon-fiber

The carbon fiber used in the formers has been independently tested for compression strength to international standards by a third party. The test results showed that the carbon fiber laminate used at 5mm thick has the same compressive and impact strength as a piece of 9mm Aircraft plywood, at less than half the weight.
According to Xtreme, they have investigated these new materials in detail before installing them in airframes. I know some of their prototype kits had comparatively heavy ply formers before moving to carbon fiber.
Old 09-10-2014, 10:08 AM
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Saweet!

Now lets see some flying vids!
Old 09-10-2014, 12:26 PM
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Originally Posted by ravill
Saweet!

Now lets see some flying vids!
Billy D is working on readying the airframe, I know Jim Hiller is itching to get the sticks for the maiden.
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Originally Posted by RCISFUN
Billy D is working on readying the airframe, I know Jim Hiller is itching to get the sticks for the maiden.
It is a matter of Billy to receive the new tail pipe, and put all back on the plane. As far I know the tail pipe was shipped last Thursday by EMS.
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Yes Wagner is right!! It looks like the pipe is on a plane to me now!!! When I receive it. It will be up to the weather gods and Jim Hillers fingers... I will keep you all updated.
Thank you Billy D

Originally Posted by rchobbymodels
It is a matter of Billy to receive the new tail pipe, and put all back on the plane. As far I know the tail pipe was shipped last Thursday by EMS.
Old 09-10-2014, 05:50 PM
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Working on getting my FB F-100 Thunderbird ready for Super Jets South at the end of the month.

If you're going to attend this event, you may see one fly in person

Greg
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Another Xtreme ARF F100 in Thailand just unpacked.

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Old 09-10-2014, 10:56 PM
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I have one more F100 picture forgot to post


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Old 09-11-2014, 05:18 AM
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Originally Posted by PREACHHAMES
Working on getting my FB F-100 Thunderbird ready for Super Jets South at the end of the month.

If you're going to attend this event, you may see one fly in person

Greg
Keep at it Greg! I'm looking forward to seeing your Hun at SJS.
Old 09-15-2014, 06:02 AM
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Got a bunch of us ready to see this thing fly. Pipe made it yet? Installed? Date for test flight set?
Old 09-15-2014, 10:33 AM
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No Pipe yet. I have a tracking# and it shows it made it to GUANGZHOU and Dispatch from Sorting Center... Should show up anytime now. When the pipe gets here it will be up to mother nacher then!!
Thank you Billy D

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Got a bunch of us ready to see this thing fly. Pipe made it yet? Installed? Date for test flight set?
Old 09-15-2014, 10:47 AM
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Hey Billy, who is this "mother nacher".... LOL
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Tam makes pipes.
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Originally Posted by f106jax
Tam makes pipes.
Does he still drink Beer out of Green Bottles?
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Originally Posted by RCISFUN
Does he still drink Beer out of Green Bottles?
Yes he does Rich. He claims that it is his secret to youth!!
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Good news guys!! Just got a update on the pipe and the weather looks great for a maiden the next 4 days!! I will keep you all up to date...
Thanks Bill D
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Old 09-16-2014, 05:16 AM
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Oh boy, Jimmy better warm up his thumbs!
I challenged him to make that carrier landing like the video in post #145 of this thread

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Cant wait to see the results!!
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Is this the finish from the factory?? WOW! Looks great inside and out.

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