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Old 12-06-2002 | 05:57 PM
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Default 1/4 scale cub engine

I am currently building this kit. It already comes with some nice dummy jugs. I won't be using them however as I am going to use the 160 twin that Joe B. is talking about.

One piece of bad news for you. This is NOT a simple kit.
Most folks say the Great Planes version is simpler, but, I still dont know what aspect of the build theyre refering to.
They are refering to things like this for example...

The fuselage formers are not die-cut. You get a piece of plywood that is cut to size, then you must notch it and add balsa strips to complete them. (See pic)

Also, things like the wing tips are made by laminating several balsa strips around a plywood form, and then sanding to shape. This is what's known as a "Builders Kit". I was very dissapointed that a company with Sig's reputation still makes these things. I don't mind building a "Builders Kit" But I already had one on the workbench, and thought I'd "Throw together" a Cub for my dad. Now I have TWO big projects this winter!

(It IS going to be sweet with that OS 160 twin though!)
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