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Forum: Forum questions or problems
03-24-2018, 12:52 PM
Replies: 443
Views: 33,519
Posted By rmadsen

I agree with all of the current negative...

I agree with all of the current negative feedback. I just tried to search For Sale within 50 miles of my zip and got ads from all over the country. It's too bad companies feel the urge to "upgrade"...
Forum: Kit Building
02-02-2017, 04:56 PM
Replies: 2,136
Views: 521,914
Posted By rmadsen

Sorry I can't help any further. I was able to...

Sorry I can't help any further. I was able to get the bolts in through the tank area, so you should have no problem either.
I mounted a DLE 30 while you are using a 35RA which has a different bolt...
Forum: Kit Building
01-27-2017, 08:08 AM
Replies: 2,136
Views: 521,914
Posted By rmadsen

Yeah I'm still here but don't visit as much as I...

Yeah I'm still here but don't visit as much as I used to. I temporarily clamped the fuselage (via the landing gear) to my work bench so the nose pointed straight up. Attached the standoffs to the...
Forum: Kit Building
11-09-2016, 03:07 PM
Replies: 2,136
Views: 521,914
Posted By rmadsen

It's amazing that this thread is still alive and...

It's amazing that this thread is still alive and well. Thanks to all the contributors.

I built and maiden'd my Decathalon in 2009 (see post #892 on page 34 or so) using a Saito 180. I'm still...
Forum: Kit Building
09-05-2012, 05:04 PM
Replies: 2,136
Views: 521,914
Posted By rmadsen

RE: Building a Dynaflite Super Decathlon

I'm pretty sure acetone will completely dissolve Monokote if you use enough. So over night it probably ate away at both the original covering and the trim layer (were it was sandwiched and not able...
Forum: Kit Building
08-18-2012, 05:12 PM
Replies: 2,136
Views: 521,914
Posted By rmadsen

RE: Building a Dynaflite Super Decathlon

JUST AN UPDATE: I built mine about 3 years ago (and posted to this forum a lot back then) but don't fly it too much. I probably have 20 flights on it. As expected the plastic cowl finally bit the...
Forum: Kit Building
01-27-2012, 03:14 PM
Replies: 2,136
Views: 521,914
Posted By rmadsen

RE: Building a Dynaflite Super Decathlon

Hi guys. It's been almost 2 years ago when I posted my build in this forum.

Yes - the music wire is real simple. I forgot the size - bigger the better. Be sure to use collars that are an...
Forum: Kit Building
10-12-2009, 08:33 PM
Replies: 2,136
Views: 521,914
Posted By rmadsen

RE: Building a Dynaflite Super Decathlon

You can have a look at a post #667 back on page 27 to see how I did the stars. It took some time and patience, but they did turn out pretty good.
Forum: Kit Building
07-12-2009, 08:42 PM
Replies: 2,136
Views: 521,914
Posted By rmadsen

RE: Building a Dynaflite Super Decathlon

Finally - my maiden flight. Perfect day with just a slight breeze. Same for the nerves. Hopefully the video link here will work.

rcuvideos.com/video/Super-Decathalon-Saito-180-Maid

In...
Forum: Kit Building
05-03-2009, 02:53 PM
Replies: 2,136
Views: 521,914
Posted By rmadsen

RE: Building a Dynaflite Super Decathlon

dumorian - CONGRATULATIONS !!! It's got to feel REAL nice after all those long hours and build/design decisions. Thanks for the pics. It looks TREMENDOUS. Can't wait to see a pic of towing the...
Forum: Kit Building
04-09-2009, 05:41 PM
Replies: 2,136
Views: 521,914
Posted By rmadsen

RE: Building a Dynaflite Super Decathlon

Excellent job on the stars !

I'm sure you had to do real careful cutting to get the black to look real even around the white. Did you run into any problems using those 3 layers during ironing? ...
Forum: Kit Building
03-24-2009, 02:55 PM
Replies: 2,136
Views: 521,914
Posted By rmadsen

RE: Building a Dynaflite Super Decathlon

Dumorian - Nice detailed work! I love the pics. Glad you got the camera working. The bomb doors look outstanding. I looks like you maintained the compound angles under the fuse when they are...
Forum: Kit Building
03-13-2009, 05:39 PM
Replies: 2,136
Views: 521,914
Posted By rmadsen

RE: Building a Dynaflite Super Decathlon

Dumorian,

Sounds like you are moving right along. I especially like your detailed descriptions of the critical areas and the alternatives you considered. I really thought you would go for the...
Forum: Kit Building
03-07-2009, 11:08 PM
Replies: 2,136
Views: 521,914
Posted By rmadsen

RE: Building a Dynaflite Super Decathlon

Custom inkjet printed decals?

Anyone use a product like this Testor Decal Kit. It says you can turn anything your standard printer can print into a decal. It sure would make lettering a whole...
Forum: Kit Building
03-07-2009, 06:23 PM
Replies: 2,136
Views: 521,914
Posted By rmadsen

RE: Building a Dynaflite Super Decathlon

Unusually high temp in Chicago - 65 - made me get back into it...

Mounted all the hardware, radio and servos. Also did the tail flying wires. Pics attached.

Although this may not the...
Forum: Kit Building
03-01-2009, 02:40 PM
Replies: 2,136
Views: 521,914
Posted By rmadsen

RE: Building a Dynaflite Super Decathlon

re: The cowling and pants.

I studied these quite a bit and never quite understood how they fit until I started cutting. The 'cutting lines' on the cowl were pretty clear. I'm probably not...
Forum: Kit Building
02-25-2009, 10:26 PM
Replies: 2,136
Views: 521,914
Posted By rmadsen

RE: Building a Dynaflite Super Decathlon

Thanks for the complements and flying wires tip. I think I'll go with the golden cables all around. I should blend in well with the yellow.

I'm getting way ahead of schedule. The weather...
Forum: Kit Building
02-25-2009, 12:48 PM
Replies: 2,136
Views: 521,914
Posted By rmadsen

RE: Building a Dynaflite Super Decathlon

I need a recommendation on tail flying wires since I never built/flew a model of this size.

I bought a Sullivan kit and would like to use the gold-like cable, but will it resonate (like a guitar...
Forum: Kit Building
02-25-2009, 12:42 PM
Replies: 2,136
Views: 521,914
Posted By rmadsen

RE: Building a Dynaflite Super Decathlon

As promised, here are some before and after pics...
Forum: Kit Building
02-24-2009, 11:12 PM
Replies: 2,136
Views: 521,914
Posted By rmadsen

RE: Building a Dynaflite Super Decathlon

Stevo - I haven't built a model in 30+ years, so I am NO expert. I just picked up tips in these forums and experimented a little.

I suspect doing two separate layers for the stars might be a...
Forum: Kit Building
02-24-2009, 03:43 PM
Replies: 2,136
Views: 521,914
Posted By rmadsen

RE: Building a Dynaflite Super Decathlon

More covering progress...

I'll share the steps I took puttting the stars on the wing. I used the same procedure to do the tail feathers shown a few posts back. Please chime in if anyone has...
Forum: Kit Building
02-18-2009, 01:10 PM
Replies: 2,136
Views: 521,914
Posted By rmadsen

RE: Building a Dynaflite Super Decathlon

I'm using the standard S3152 (digital I think) that came with the Futaba radio package that I bought over the holidays when they had a $50 off sale going on.

Slow progress. All those stars are...
Forum: Kit Building
02-08-2009, 09:53 PM
Replies: 2,136
Views: 521,914
Posted By rmadsen

RE: Building a Dynaflite Super Decathlon

More covering progress. Pics show the sides, top and underside of the stab.

Bubbles & blisters galore...

I guess putting covering over covering is a real art! My wife stepped in and...
Forum: Kit Building
02-06-2009, 11:07 PM
Replies: 2,136
Views: 521,914
Posted By rmadsen

RE: Building a Dynaflite Super Decathlon

Junkboy - Please post here when your RealFlight SD is ready.

Ever purchase something with "Some assembly required?" I always end up with a bag of small parts when 'finished'. I agree with...
Forum: Kit Building
02-05-2009, 11:00 PM
Replies: 2,136
Views: 521,914
Posted By rmadsen

RE: Building a Dynaflite Super Decathlon

I guess I'm kind of lucky. My shop is a full unfinished basement that doubles as a wood shop complete with all the goodies that really kick up some saw dust. Yes - I hung a lot of plastic sheeting...
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