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Forum: Kit Building

01-11-2014, 04:22 PM

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Sig Smith Miniplane build

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Posted By triumphman49

Got an EagleTree stabilizer unit to put in mine,...

Got an EagleTree stabilizer unit to put in mine, . . . . between the FA60TS and no biplane flying experience, . . . it'l probably be needed LOL! HOPE IT WORKS

T-man49 in Al
Saito 723...

Forum: Kit Building

01-05-2014, 02:33 PM

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Sig Smith Miniplane build

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Posted By triumphman49

I chose a spinner with a "recessed" back plate. ...

I chose a spinner with a "recessed" back plate. Not sure if the terminology is rite, but it took up most of the gap between the prop and cowl.

P.S. I"m using a FA60TS - still not finished yet
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Forum: Kit Building

03-19-2013, 12:06 PM

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Sig Smith Miniplane build

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Posted By triumphman49

RE: Sig Smith Miniplane build

Sleeper,

Glad to see your post about the wing struts. Hate to admit I had a hard time deciphering the plans concerning just where and how to arrange for the struts, . . . so I eventually...

Forum: Kit Building

02-16-2013, 10:07 AM

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Sig Smith Miniplane build

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Posted By triumphman49

RE: Sig Smith Miniplane build

Here is a link to ebay seller USWing who has a large size but does indicate he can reduce the plan size as requested.

T-man49

Forum: Kit Building

12-09-2012, 04:13 PM

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Sig Smith Miniplane build

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Posted By triumphman49

RE: Sig Smith Miniplane build

Actually, copper does have a "temper" (example as in hard drawn water pipe) and if using a small butane torch, you'll probably see the copper wire turn red . . . but the silver solder will be much...

Forum: Kit Building

12-09-2012, 04:56 AM

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Sig Smith Miniplane build

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Posted By triumphman49

RE: Sig Smith Miniplane build

KaP2011,

Are you tightly wraping the parts with copper wire before fluxing and soldering?

T-man49

Forum: Kit Building

02-09-2011, 06:48 PM

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Sig Smith Miniplane build

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Posted By triumphman49

RE: Sig Smith Miniplane build

Do have a CC Ice 75 esc, but had plans of using it with a Skyshark Lightening 75 motor in a chipmunk. That's the biggest electric I have. Do have couple of e-flite Pro 60 esc though, & they should do...

Forum: Kit Building

02-09-2011, 06:10 PM

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Sig Smith Miniplane build

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Posted By triumphman49

RE: Sig Smith Miniplane build

Thanx for the input Rooster6. By the way, are you using a 60 amp esc with that 13 x 8 prop?

Forum: Kit Building

02-09-2011, 02:03 PM

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Sig Smith Miniplane build

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Posted By triumphman49

RE: Sig Smith Miniplane build

Hey Rooster6, Know there is a difference with a "hot" (fully charged) lipo, but at 2/3 empty are you experiencing any noticable loss of power? Do you feel like with your style of flying you could...

Forum: Kit Building

01-30-2011, 06:54 AM

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Sig Smith Miniplane build

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Posted By triumphman49

RE: Sig Smith Miniplane build

Goodlooking!!! What's the all up weight & any ground clearance issues with the 13" prop?

Mike Brennan
Club Saito #723

Forum: Kit Building

01-23-2011, 06:38 AM

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Sig Smith Miniplane build

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Posted By triumphman49

RE: Sig Smith Miniplane build

100% agree with a 4 stroke & a twin at that. Seems a FA56 is quite popular for the mini, while an OS 52FS is a little lacking. Been advised the FA60T is less powerful than the "56" size, &...

Forum: Kit Building

01-22-2011, 11:33 AM

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Sig Smith Miniplane build

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Posted By triumphman49

RE: Sig Smith Miniplane build

Hi, Been trying to find a home for my Saito FA60T, & now have a sig mini NIB. Any thoughts wether this twin would be enuf engine for for the Smith DSA? Would have to modify the firewall & mount....

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