New project L-39
11-10-2008, 12:32 AM
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New project L-39
I have a new project, Skymasters L-39, I have been ask by a friend of mine to put it together for him, I have been looking at this jet for some time now and now I have the opportunity to build one.
So far so good, I worked on a Skymasters some time ago and the difference from the old to the new ARF plus is dramatic, very strong main gear mounts, super nice details struts and tires, strong fuse and wings, live hinges, simple, simple, this is a KISS ARF kit. It shouln't take that long to put togather, and it should be flying by new years ( I'm short of time this days
[:@] ).
So, if you have a building tip, pictures or suggestions on building this kit please feel free to jump in and post. I will be posting pictures as I go to show my progress.
So far so good, I worked on a Skymasters some time ago and the difference from the old to the new ARF plus is dramatic, very strong main gear mounts, super nice details struts and tires, strong fuse and wings, live hinges, simple, simple, this is a KISS ARF kit. It shouln't take that long to put togather, and it should be flying by new years ( I'm short of time this days
[:@] ).So, if you have a building tip, pictures or suggestions on building this kit please feel free to jump in and post. I will be posting pictures as I go to show my progress.
11-10-2008, 02:08 AM
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Hi, CARS
pls visit this thread... for L-39
http://www.rc-unionen.dk/nytforum/to...89&whichpage=1
Sincerely
Anton
pls visit this thread... for L-39
http://www.rc-unionen.dk/nytforum/to...89&whichpage=1
Sincerely
Anton
11-11-2008, 12:01 PM
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Hi Carlos. Long time no speak. I hope all is well for you?
I have also just unpacked my Skymaster L-39. Its the blue painted version and wow! I am impressed. I had read some issues on other threads about the single layer gear doors and how difficult it was to hinge them. Mine has been supplied pre hinged as well as being moulded so seem super stiff.
The Paint finish is great and I think looks really stunning. its a little heavier than I anticipated but still well within what feels like an acceptable weight.
I might join you on this thread ( if you dont mind ) as I hope to start building mine this week.
Regards Al
I have also just unpacked my Skymaster L-39. Its the blue painted version and wow! I am impressed. I had read some issues on other threads about the single layer gear doors and how difficult it was to hinge them. Mine has been supplied pre hinged as well as being moulded so seem super stiff.
The Paint finish is great and I think looks really stunning. its a little heavier than I anticipated but still well within what feels like an acceptable weight.
I might join you on this thread ( if you dont mind ) as I hope to start building mine this week.
Regards Al
11-11-2008, 12:40 PM
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Ali,
I flew the Skymaster USA demo plane at Fresno Jets a few months ago, it needed zero trim and flew perfect without any bad habits. I'm not sure where it was CG'd but assuming that they went with the factory specs, its spot on in my book. P-120SE for power was perfect.
Enjoy,
Dave
I flew the Skymaster USA demo plane at Fresno Jets a few months ago, it needed zero trim and flew perfect without any bad habits. I'm not sure where it was CG'd but assuming that they went with the factory specs, its spot on in my book. P-120SE for power was perfect.
Enjoy,
Dave
11-11-2008, 01:52 PM
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Funny!
I bet you i have built more, sorry I mean finished more than you recently [:-]
Funny!
I bet you i have built more, sorry I mean finished more than you recently [:-]
The only models I ever finished in a timely manner were yours
Raven should be done this week too!Can you pretend the Euro, F15, Viper, Cougar and Yak are for you
Anyway, let's see pics of the scheme you have on the L39.
M
11-11-2008, 10:46 PM
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Ali
All is well here and is nice to hear from you too, please feel free to post any building suggestions, pictures here. Dave, I did not get the building manual from Kelly, any chances you could post the control travel distances and CG for this jet?
Ali, could you post some picturs of your main gear doors, I like to compare and see how they were hinged, Thanks.
We are going to be using a P-120 in the jet.
Thank you all.
All is well here and is nice to hear from you too, please feel free to post any building suggestions, pictures here. Dave, I did not get the building manual from Kelly, any chances you could post the control travel distances and CG for this jet?
Ali, could you post some picturs of your main gear doors, I like to compare and see how they were hinged, Thanks.
We are going to be using a P-120 in the jet.
Thank you all.
11-11-2008, 11:34 PM
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sorry Carlos, I take transmitter and push the throttle forward....never looked at the throws. It was set up perfect though, call Jeff at Skymaster USA he should have those for you.
11-12-2008, 10:46 PM
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Just tying up some loose ends on it. (re-checking things and changing them). As soon as I get home, it's attack of the kids, well at least the boy! 18 months and FULL of energy and the terrible two's early. PLUS my starter went out on the truck, so now we only have the car.[:@] Pain in the A%$#@ to fit it all in there! I am getting of work early on Thur and going to pick up a starter and throw it on the Toyota. I am trying to get to the field Fri afternoon or Sunday afternoon
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11-13-2008, 03:09 AM
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I managed to at least get it out of the box this week!
I wasn't sure about the scheme when I saw it on the web site for the first time, but now I have it out and pushed together I am really happy. Its different ( Out of the ordinary ) and really really well applied. I have yet to see any glaring faults in the paint work, and all the rivet detail is still visible. Great Job Skymaster.
I am also really impressed by the quality and completeness of the hardware and accessories. Best of all is the new instruction manual. It has been a few years since I have been up close and personal to a Skymaster kit and wow things have changed. Whoever did the manual ( Suspecting Skymaster USA ) Put in allot of effort and did a great job.
Anyway a few photos for now. I might take tomorrow off and spend it at home making a start.
I wasn't sure about the scheme when I saw it on the web site for the first time, but now I have it out and pushed together I am really happy. Its different ( Out of the ordinary ) and really really well applied. I have yet to see any glaring faults in the paint work, and all the rivet detail is still visible. Great Job Skymaster.
I am also really impressed by the quality and completeness of the hardware and accessories. Best of all is the new instruction manual. It has been a few years since I have been up close and personal to a Skymaster kit and wow things have changed. Whoever did the manual ( Suspecting Skymaster USA ) Put in allot of effort and did a great job.
Anyway a few photos for now. I might take tomorrow off and spend it at home making a start.
11-13-2008, 05:54 AM
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There's not many scale jobbies that do it for me, but the L-39 in the blue scheme looks the mutts nuts !!! Still better learn to walk before i can run, my first jet is being picked up today and the turbine arrives tomorrow !!!! happy days cheers Jason for the help and Ali for the model
cheers Jason for the help and Ali for the model
11-13-2008, 06:03 AM
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I wasn't sure about the scheme when I saw it on the web site for the first time, but now I have it out and pushed together I am really happy. Its different ( Out of the ordinary ) and really really well applied.
I wasn't sure about the scheme when I saw it on the web site for the first time, but now I have it out and pushed together I am really happy. Its different ( Out of the ordinary ) and really really well applied.
Cheers,
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11-13-2008, 07:32 AM
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Hey Dunc!
I remember having your enthusiasm and excitement about my first jet... You will love this aspect of the hobby I am sure. You did well teaming up with mr Fletch! Having seen the sort of models you have flown before you will have no trouble getting into the jet thing. I still say the right jet set up correctly with decent equipment is easy to fly.
A fox Jet in this scheme hey Dick! that would be different! 2015??? Why the rush?
Regards Al
I remember having your enthusiasm and excitement about my first jet... You will love this aspect of the hobby I am sure. You did well teaming up with mr Fletch! Having seen the sort of models you have flown before you will have no trouble getting into the jet thing. I still say the right jet set up correctly with decent equipment is easy to fly.
A fox Jet in this scheme hey Dick! that would be different! 2015??? Why the rush?
Regards Al
11-13-2008, 08:02 AM
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I can't remember the last time i was this excited, it's ridiculous really !!! I ordered some bits and pieces from you yesterday and i'm hoping to pick up some kero on sat. Now i just have to decide how to get everything home without her indoors seeing it as i'm on strict instructions not to buy any more models !!! lol
Sorry for hijacking the thread, i'll follow the build with interest and newbie enthusiasm
Dunc
Sorry for hijacking the thread, i'll follow the build with interest and newbie enthusiasm
Dunc
11-13-2008, 01:16 PM
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Ali, the Skymaster USA guy's pulled that scheme out of the box and put it on display at LA Jets......Amazing. I did not think I would like that scheme as much as I did when they put it all together. The effort was just as you described, fantastic work.
Keep us posted,
Dave
Keep us posted,
Dave
