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Old 10-13-2008 | 10:40 AM
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Default My first kit build, send help please.

I decided to do it, build my first kit, or maybe. A buddy of mine came across a lady who's husband recently passed away that had a room with a few kits in it. One of them is an Ikon N'West Super Cub. The receipt in the box is dated March 30, 1985. Wingspan is 107". It appears everything is in the box, but honestly, I wouldn't know if something is missing. I've been in this hobby for 8+ years and I've built probably 20+ ARF's, but oh my, this is the first kit. [X(]

Have lots of questions if I may.

Where and how do I get started? The instructions say "build the laminate tips first so you will have them done when needed". What are laminate tips?????

What kind of glue do I use?

What about wheels? 1/4 scale I'm assuming?

Engine. I have a Saito 180 ready to go, will it be enough or too much?

Hardware, appears it has a bag of some stuff, but looks like I'll need to get control rods, etc.

Servos? Will standards be enough? The plane will have flaps as well.

Can I do this?

Ginger or Mary Ann?

White, wheat or rye?

Thanks!!