Georgiadude2012

This is my first build and was wondering if anyone has built this model... The instructions are just about useless.

I am starting with the wing and retract servos.

1. I notice the white string attached to each servo spot on the wing and I am assuming they are pre run for me to attach the servo wire to it to lead the servo wires to their respected spot. But I cant figure out where the servo wires will meet when exiting the wing to insert in the receiver. Once I install the servo where do I pull the white thread to lead the servo wire out?

Thanks in advance for all your help!!!!!!!!!!!

3136

I have the GS Mustang which is similar. The stang had circular cutouts close to the wing root where the servo wires are intended to exit from. you can probably see them if looking into the wing root.

Georgiadude2012

Still don't see an exit area..

invertmast

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They may not of cut the hole out in the covering, so you'll probably need to feel around to find it

Georgiadude2012

I only see the 2 holes for the wing tubes

raptureboy

Pretty big project for a first time. Most start out with a smaller arf. I would look for them in the top of the wing close to where the 2 halves meet. hold the wing up to a very strong light source.

Georgiadude2012

Built and flown 90 size helicopters and built 1/5 scale cars just my first plane. Ok guys let's just stick to the build help please keep your opinions about the past trends and traditions to yourselves.. Thanks.

stang151

On page 4 of the instructions it shows that there is a square hole that needs to be cut out of the covering at the root end of the LT. wing just behind the wing tube and that the wires for the RT. wing come out at the retract servo cut out. These inst. can be a little confusing at first but you get used to them.

3136

Yeah like invermast said, the covering will be hiding the hole but if it's like the GS Stang it should be there. Feel around for it.
Here is a pic of my wing, it's a different model but WM build their stuff similar.


Also the clevis's and pull pull hardware are all total rubbish, seriously I'm not exaggerating. Just toss all of it and replace it with dubro hardware.

(That's the top of the wing in my pic)

Georgiadude2012

According to page 3 it should be here but all I feel is balsa or wood no pre cut hole under covering?

ForcesR

GD2012; servo extension access holes/slots never exit at the bottom of the wing. They exit on the top of the wing where the fuselage sits so the leads can be connected to the receiver that is installed in the fuselage. Check in the area on top of the wing in roughly the same location you have your arrow marked on the bottom, you will eventually find the holes/slots on the upper wing panels.

Roger

Georgiadude2012

Wow... You are the man Roger. I feel stupid right now but this is going to be so much fun!!!!
Ok next step I guess would be installing the retract servos.. Is this the right arm to use on the retract servo or does it matter. Thanks a lot guys don't go to sleep just yet.. Lol

Prop_Washer2

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If this is your first fixed wing RC airplane, I suspect that big Spitfire is going to eat your lunch...Just Sayin'...

A high-wing trainer would be a better start, but Good Luck..!!!

Georgiadude2012

Once again guys keep your opinions to yourself. I currently have a high wing trainer now and a club and a trainer and I fly at least 3 times a week. So please if you cant answer the questions I ask please don't reply to this build thread..... Guys I am just building an rc airplane not the Golden Gate Bridge, you have to start some where. I didn't say I was flying this plane the day I finish the build but I would like to learn how and why things work ie servos, engines, etc....
I am not a genus but I think the mechanics ie servos, ailerons, flaps, rudder etc works basically the same in a 40 size plane vs a larger plane..... So why would you suggest I build a smaller plane first?

I don't feel like explaining my life history ever few post this is getting ridiculous... Just help if you can, if not please don't post with useless comments on how it took 10 years before you built your first plane and that I am wrong for taking 3 years to build mine......

Georgiadude2012

This is how they suggest the retrack servo be installed.
Is this an ok install.


What is the best way to connect the retrack link to the retrack servo?

ForcesR

Yes, that will be ok; measure between the holes on each side of the arm that will give you the 32mm distance as displayed in the assembly manual. The remaining length on each arm side that will not be used can be cut off to prevent the servo arm from binding on surrounding structure when the servo arm moves during gear retraction and extending. Is there two servos for the landing gear, one for the LH and one for the RH?

Georgiadude2012

Yes its 2. 1 servo for each retract

ForcesR

Mechanical retract linkage can be fustrating to adjust so be patient, it's going to be trial and error until you get the correct length of throw on the linkage. How many E/Z Connectors for the LG servo arms came with the aircraft?

invertmast

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You know a little humility goes a long way. Screwing together a helicopter or car isnt the same as building an airplane.

These guys are only trying to help you and your coming across like a know it all. We Dont know your history and can only judge it by what is presented to us, which comes across as someone with very little knowledge on building rc airplanes. Granted we all have to start from somewhere, but an 80" spitfire fresh from a trainer or even a coulle of sport models typically isnt the smartest way to go with any amount and be successful

The reason these guys are telling you to build a smaller model Is because it is very similar. The difference is Most of the smaller models have much better directions in explaining how to build and setup the model. Giant scale modelers are expected to know more and have their own established methods, so the directions are typically a little more vague in certain areas.

ltc

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I would suggest that the OP contact Fai at www.airborne-models.com out in CA
He can provide expert advice and answer any question for these planes.

Georgiadude2012

Screwing together a helicopter? Are you serious? You cant have ever flown or built a heli with a comment like that! The build and setup of a 90 size helicopter is tremendously brain teasing.. Just drop that comment in the helicopter forum and see what happens. Lol.

But seriously all I'm saying is that this is a build thread I don't need guys to persuaded me to get or build a smaller plane, obviously my mind is made up.... Just look at the post and pics I have already started, so there is no need for negative comments and opinions as to what plane I should build first...

Can everyone just respect that and stop being so negative and think they know it all.
If big planes were meant only for people in the hobby for many years then they would not come with instructions... Think about it!!!

Georgiadude2012

It came with 3.

3136

Sheesh, why did I even bother posting that

Georgiadude2012

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ForcesR

GD, forget about the 32mm distance between holes on each side of the servo arm that I stated in the quote above, I thought at the time the LG was operated by only one servo. Since there are two servos, one servo for each LG, only one half of the servo arm is used, cut the other side completely off that will not be used. The 32mm is the total distance the remaining half of the servo arm will travel between fully retracted and fully extended for the LG.