RE: HANGER 9 SOPWITH CAMEL
OK, it has always helped me when folks post their progress, so here are some pics that show my Camel build so far. I will be using a Power BL 46, and a sound system.
Notice I paint all my nylon fixtures a flat earth, and dull coat the covering. I will also cover the screws in flat clear to give them a weathered look. Gives a nice scale look I think. I also had to do a lot of ironing to smooth out the covering.
Electronics go in very nicely. I have the TP 4S 5000mah extreme installed, and an AR7000 receiver for the DX7. Speed control is a Jeti Opti 77 and a BEC. I use Velcro squares from Home Depot. Makes it easy to get things in and out than using two-sided tape. The speed control is also tied down with a twisty wrapped around two extra long #8-32 engine mount bolts. I did this because of all the pulling to be done while plugging/unplugging the battery. Everything is as far forward as possible.
Another note: I did not follow the manual that said to install the cabane struts in the beginning. I thought they would get in the way, and I am glad I have not put them on yet. I will do it prior to wing install.