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Forum: Kit Building
02-22-2024, 11:29 AM
Replies: 203
Views: 60,989
Posted By rammon3

There are quite a few differences between 14V and...

There are quite a few differences between 14V and 13Y (at the Smithsonian). 13Y has a completely new wing (designed by Art Scholl) to incorporate the retracts and it has a bit more horsepower, I...
Forum: Kit Building
02-22-2024, 09:54 AM
Replies: 203
Views: 60,989
Posted By rammon3

14V is hanging in the EAA museum. It does have a...

14V is hanging in the EAA museum. It does have a front seat, but I don't think there are flight controls. Here's a pic....
Forum: ARF or RTF
10-22-2023, 08:24 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 32,760
Posted By rammon3

I recently was putting the finishing touches on...

I recently was putting the finishing touches on the
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Forum: ARF or RTF
08-10-2023, 01:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,633
Posted By rammon3

They have a tendency to flood out. Unburned fuel...

They have a tendency to flood out. Unburned fuel will pool at the bottom (actually the top, but it's inverted) of the cylinder at idle, or you you may get a hydro-loc due to siphoning. It's mainly a...
Forum: ARF or RTF
08-09-2023, 12:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,633
Posted By rammon3

If you mounted it sideways, you may be okay. If...

If you mounted it sideways, you may be okay. If it's inverted, I think you will have problems unless you can lower the tank which is not an easy task on this plane.
Forum: ARF or RTF
08-09-2023, 04:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,633
Posted By rammon3

I don't recall finding any missing glue or...

I don't recall finding any missing glue or particular weak areas. That being said, I usually go around as much as I can with medium CA and add triangle stock at the firewall if not already there....
Forum: ARF or RTF
08-09-2023, 04:18 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 32,760
Posted By rammon3

Carefully screw in the pilot bolt about a turn or...

Carefully screw in the pilot bolt about a turn or 2 until it feels loose. with your finger on the nut, unscrew the pilot bolt and set aside. Run a 10-32 bolt with a large washer into the tee nut and...
Forum: ARF or RTF
08-09-2023, 04:14 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 32,760
Posted By rammon3

Installing the tee nuts is a bit tricky, but I...

Installing the tee nuts is a bit tricky, but I made a tool out of a 10-32 bolt and glued a length of copper wire to it to thread it through from the backside of the firewall. I noted that the lower...
Forum: ARF or RTF
08-08-2023, 05:05 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 32,760
Posted By rammon3

On the firewall, counterbore the (4) holes at “B”...

On the firewall, counterbore the (4) holes at “B” with a 3/8” Forstner bit to a depth of about .25. This will give clearance for the bolt heads from the standoffs.

Drill out the (5) holes “D” to...
Forum: ARF or RTF
08-05-2023, 05:28 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 32,760
Posted By rammon3

Using a 1” Forstner bit, drill through the...

Using a 1” Forstner bit, drill through the firewall at the upper location of hole “A”. This will give some access to the area in the upper section behind the firewall. A note of caution: There is a...
Forum: ARF or RTF
08-05-2023, 05:25 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 32,760
Posted By rammon3

Take the plate back to the drill press and drill...

Take the plate back to the drill press and drill out (5) holes “D” with a #7 bit and (4) holes “B” with a #4 bit.

Verify the engine will bolt up correctly....
Forum: ARF or RTF
08-05-2023, 05:20 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 32,760
Posted By rammon3

Tape the plate securely to the front of the...

Tape the plate securely to the front of the fuselage. Make sure you align the thrust line marks both vertical and horizontal.

Drilling the firewall: Because you can’t realistically put this in a...
Forum: ARF or RTF
08-05-2023, 05:02 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 32,760
Posted By rammon3

Turn plate over and counterbore the 4 holes “B”...

Turn plate over and counterbore the 4 holes “B” with a 5/8” Forstner bit to 1/16” depth. This is to recess the washers under the bolt heads of the engine standoffs....
Forum: ARF or RTF
08-05-2023, 05:00 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 32,760
Posted By rammon3

First step was to make a hole pattern template. ...

First step was to make a hole pattern template.

The plate is cut from 3/8” ply at 4-3/4” square. This matches the width of the fuselage.

Mark the plate with the thrust lines to match the...
Forum: ARF or RTF
08-05-2023, 04:52 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 32,760
Posted By rammon3

So I purchased one of these and found an issue I...

So I purchased one of these and found an issue I did not expect. There is no access to the rear of the firewall to mount an engine. I have 2 engine choices. A DLE 35RA or an RCGF 26RE. In both cases,...
Forum: ARF or RTF
12-10-2019, 08:27 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,439
Posted By rammon3

I've got an OS 65 (2 stroke) on mine and it flies...

I've got an OS 65 (2 stroke) on mine and it flies awesome! I did end up mounting the rudder/elevator servos in the tail to get the CG where I wanted it. I would recommend placing the servos up front...
Forum: Kit Building
10-06-2018, 01:55 PM
Replies: 388
Views: 124,146
Posted By rammon3

I think you'll be fine with that. Mine has an OS...

I think you'll be fine with that. Mine has an OS FS52 and it flies fine. It has a pretty light wing loading, so it's not my first choice on a windy day, but it's fun to fly. I would also recommend...
Forum: Kit Building
03-23-2018, 12:31 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 23,775
Posted By rammon3

I have a few electrics and they do have some...

I have a few electrics and they do have some pluses. No starting problems, minimal cleanup. But, the batteries ain't cheap and they are a fire hazard (I know from experience). I also consider...
Forum: Kit Building
03-23-2018, 07:38 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 23,775
Posted By rammon3

This is not a beginner's kit. That being said, if...

This is not a beginner's kit. That being said, if you have plenty of experience, then you can pass on some knowledge. This would not be a good model to learn to fly with, however. You might consider...
Forum: Kit Building
03-22-2018, 08:23 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 23,775
Posted By rammon3

Sorry, I don't use CA very many places. I build...

Sorry, I don't use CA very many places. I build mostly with Titebond. It takes longer, but it's much more forgiving. The waxed paper works fine for that.
Forum: Kit Building
03-22-2018, 05:16 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 23,775
Posted By rammon3

I find that the "store brand of waxed paper works...

I find that the "store brand of waxed paper works fine. You can also use parchment paper.
Forum: Kit Building
02-11-2017, 08:13 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 731
Posted By rammon3

The one Tower sent you is considerably narrower...

The one Tower sent you is considerably narrower on the mounting width. You can compare dimensional drawings on the Robart website.
Forum: Kit Building
01-09-2017, 07:48 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 23,775
Posted By rammon3

Subscribed. I have one of these waiting for me on...

Subscribed. I have one of these waiting for me on the shelf. I have a couple of others to build ahead of it. I'll be watching this build though.
Forum: Kit Building
02-14-2016, 08:05 AM
Replies: 203
Views: 60,989
Posted By rammon3

Ahhh, Sweet 16! Thank you Sir

Ahhh, Sweet 16!
Thank you Sir
Forum: Kit Building
02-13-2016, 02:19 PM
Replies: 203
Views: 60,989
Posted By rammon3

OK, I guess I really need to join the masses ;)...

OK, I guess I really need to join the masses ;) Please sign me up! I promise to behave (within reason). I have 2 complete kits and 1 wing kit . None have been started as yet as I am finishing up an...
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