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09-14-2021, 08:19 AM
Replies: 369
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Posted By grump010

I'm not sure what your question is referring to,...

I'm not sure what your question is referring to, can you elaborate?
09-14-2021, 08:17 AM
Replies: 369
Views: 148,517
Posted By grump010

I've received the plan set from Vintage and laser...

I've received the plan set from Vintage and laser cut wood package from Mr Aerodesign and I'm very happy with the quality of both... now to figure out the power system for it. I'm leaning toward...
08-23-2021, 06:56 PM
Replies: 369
Views: 148,517
Posted By grump010

Just ordered the plans and a 36" kit from Mr...

Just ordered the plans and a 36" kit from Mr Aerodesign, looking forward to this winters project to arrive;)
02-05-2007, 12:42 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 34,702
Posted By grump010

RE: New Project = Bud Nosen "MR MULLIGAN"

The cowl diameter is 12" at the fuse.
Forum: Kit Building
12-03-2006, 12:39 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 17,097
Posted By grump010

RE: sig citabria good first kit build.

The wheel pants functioned very well in grass, thats all I fly on. When the halves are assembled use some glass cloth and ca to seal the seam on the inside, use the same method with the cowl and you...
Forum: Kit Building
11-26-2006, 01:31 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 17,097
Posted By grump010

RE: sig citabria good first kit build.

Dzlstunter, your profile currently doesn't allow PM's. Adjust your settings on your RCU profile or PM me your email and I can respond to your earlier message.

Cheers
Daryl B
Surrey BC
...
Forum: Kit Building
11-25-2006, 11:54 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 17,097
Posted By grump010

RE: sig citabria good first kit build.

The original strut mounts carry the wing load back to the fuselage and seemed a bit under engineered for this task. I replaced the metal tabs with a strap that went from one side of the fuse to the...
Forum: Kit Building
11-24-2006, 11:46 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 17,097
Posted By grump010

RE: sig citabria good first kit build.

The sponge that you see beside the throttle servo is the RX'er and the battery balances the plane. I got honorable mention for this build in a club of approx. 350, 4 years later I won builder of the...
Forum: Kit Building
11-24-2006, 11:38 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 17,097
Posted By grump010

RE: sig citabria good first kit build.

Here are a couple of my model showing the servos. Oh and yes just move the motor box that the motor mount is attached to where it needs to be for the best fit for cowl clearance.
Forum: Kit Building
11-24-2006, 11:34 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 17,097
Posted By grump010

RE: sig citabria good first kit build.

I've got pictures, man looking through these photos brings back some great memories. This was an enjoyable build and really fun to fly, not to mention the head turn factor from the well seasoned vets...
Forum: Kit Building
11-24-2006, 06:27 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 17,097
Posted By grump010

RE: sig citabria good first kit build.

I apologize for not posting earlier, I've been really busy at work. I installed an OS 70 in the nose I needed tail weight, therefore I had to install the servo tray behind the cockpit, in the tail...
Forum: Kit Building
11-18-2006, 08:40 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 12,275
Posted By grump010

RE: Ikonwest west kits,Who has built one?

I've sent an email to Ikon and hope to get a response soon. I've spoken with Nigel a few times at our local club and yes he is a great guy to converse with. Thanks for the input guys, I only hope to...
Forum: Kit Building
11-17-2006, 10:17 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 12,275
Posted By grump010

RE: Ikonwest west kits,Who has built one?

I need to make a decision for my winter project. Is there any update as to the status of the CAD/Laser Cut conversion for Ikon N'West products? Has anyone had any experience with the Lockheed Vega...
Forum: Kit Building
11-07-2006, 10:28 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 17,097
Posted By grump010

RE: sig citabria good first kit build.

The SIG kit was my 2nd build getting back into the hobby about 10 years ago, take your time and enjoy. If I was to build another one I would use the hitec 125mg's in the wing. I used an OS .70 FS in...
Forum: Kit Building
09-17-2006, 11:52 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 17,097
Posted By grump010

RE: sig citabria good first kit build.

The Sig Citabria is a great kit to build and fly, I should have never sold mine. As a first kit build I would suggest something that would be quicker to complete in order to get the pride of...
Forum: Kit Building
08-15-2006, 09:53 AM
Replies: 430
Views: 53,133
Posted By grump010

RE: Mosqitobite TriPacer going on the workbench.

Roger, I sincerely hope that you are recovering well from your health issues and can return to building and flying your models. I reread my previous post and realized that it may have sounded...
Forum: Kit Building
08-14-2006, 10:35 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 9,514
Posted By grump010

RE: Great Planes Easy Sport .40 Kit Build

Nice work on the build so far. I have one I call my rusty thumbs plane, it is an absolute pleasure to fly. I originally built it as a trike with the training wheel and soon (couple flights) go bored...
Forum: Kit Building
08-14-2006, 10:08 PM
Replies: 430
Views: 53,133
Posted By grump010

RE: Mosqitobite TriPacer going on the workbench.

If you have a look at the webpage, any reference of weight and power requirements has been removed. Although the downloadable manual still has power requirements of a .46 to .60 2s and .60 to .90...
Forum: Kit Building
08-11-2006, 10:01 PM
Replies: 430
Views: 53,133
Posted By grump010

RE: Mosqitobite TriPacer going on the workbench.

Here is the latest fodder from and my response to MB Planes:

Mr. Charron
Based on your last correspondence I would have refused the kit. I am not interested in your product or the lack of...
Forum: Kit Building
08-11-2006, 05:41 PM
Replies: 430
Views: 53,133
Posted By grump010

RE: Mosqitobite TriPacer going on the workbench.

*****I've edited this post as the webpage weight has been changed from 7.2 to 8.9 finished weight. This is a recent change (last 48 hours).
I purchased my kit with the listed weight of 7.2...
Forum: Kit Building
08-10-2006, 10:08 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,680
Posted By grump010

RE: Aeromaster "Too"

I built one a couple of years ago for a gent in my club. Nothing would do but an ST90 2s, I couldn't convince him otherwise. Make a long story short I got it back on a trade and it had not yet flown....
Forum: Kit Building
08-09-2006, 10:20 PM
Replies: 430
Views: 53,133
Posted By grump010

RE: Mosqitobite TriPacer going on the workbench.

Your Brad R. well well well.
I think MB Planes is trying to resolve any and all issues with their product. Jsilver and I may have received odd ball kits, we seem to be the only 2 that are...
Forum: Kit Building
08-09-2006, 07:09 PM
Replies: 430
Views: 53,133
Posted By grump010

RE: Mosqitobite TriPacer going on the workbench.

What timing, I flew the plane on Sunday with the 120 2s. It of course it is way more engine than this AC requires, but I am only using the airframe to breakin the engine. I removed all from the...
Forum: Kit Building
08-02-2006, 10:22 AM
Replies: 430
Views: 53,133
Posted By grump010

RE: Mosqitobite TriPacer going on the workbench.

Joel, I'm guessing by your last post your expierience was very similiar to mine. Sorry to hear this, but it gives me a little comfort in knowing that I didn't have a lapse of capabilities in my build...
Forum: Kit Building
08-01-2006, 07:15 PM
Replies: 430
Views: 53,133
Posted By grump010

RE: Mosqitobite TriPacer going on the workbench.

OK OK, I know I said I wouldn't fly this model again! But I've puchased an AX120 for another model on the building board and thinking this would be a great platform for an engine breakin I've...
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