What part of the build do you like the least?
02-23-2009 | 07:43 PM
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ORIGINAL: jimmyjames213
puting the hindges on
hate doing that
puting the hindges on
hate doing that
CGr.
02-23-2009 | 09:11 PM
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ORIGINAL: alex7403
Canopy is the worst part, it can get dirty, scratched, glue, not sealed, covering around it and so much more...
Horns I dislike too, these two holes never parallel to each other.
Nose gear is also a bitter candy.
Working inside a narrow radio compartment is not fun.
Putting the airplane on a CG machine has nasty surprises like adding lead…
Sanding doesnt bother me, I really like it
leaving it to the end… and doing it all at once.
Covering I really like too it’s the biggest noticeable difference and after that the airplane is ready for maiden [8D]
Canopy is the worst part, it can get dirty, scratched, glue, not sealed, covering around it and so much more...
Horns I dislike too, these two holes never parallel to each other.
Nose gear is also a bitter candy.
Working inside a narrow radio compartment is not fun.
Putting the airplane on a CG machine has nasty surprises like adding lead…
Sanding doesnt bother me, I really like it
leaving it to the end… and doing it all at once.Covering I really like too it’s the biggest noticeable difference and after that the airplane is ready for maiden [8D]
02-23-2009 | 09:20 PM
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RE: What part of the build do you like the least?
No matter how to look at it ,it's all better then a day at workwish I had a some money to spend on a new plane to do some of that fun stuff
wish I had a some money to spend on a new plane to do some of that fun stuff
02-24-2009 | 02:36 AM
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ORIGINAL: Popriv
I pretty much enjoy all of it EXCEPT, Sanding the bevel on the control surfaces.
I dont know why but I've been putting it off, I started last night.
I even made a larger version of the tool they have you assemble from the kit that guides the sand paper.
2nd worst is setting up the front wheel. always have trouble figuring out where to file the flat spot on the shaft.
Steve
I pretty much enjoy all of it EXCEPT, Sanding the bevel on the control surfaces.
I dont know why but I've been putting it off, I started last night.
I even made a larger version of the tool they have you assemble from the kit that guides the sand paper.
2nd worst is setting up the front wheel. always have trouble figuring out where to file the flat spot on the shaft.
Steve
02-24-2009 | 08:43 AM
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RE: What part of the build do you like the least?
My tiger kit is my 1st low wing so 1st canopy. I'll see how that goes...
I dont mind the sanding , unless its critical like the lead edges of the control surfaces.
I enjoy the covering as you start to see the finished product..
I've only used Monocoat...
Steve
I dont mind the sanding , unless its critical like the lead edges of the control surfaces.
I enjoy the covering as you start to see the finished product..
I've only used Monocoat...
Steve
02-24-2009 | 10:52 AM
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I never cared for the covering part. Now that I only build SPAD planes, that problem disappeared. SPADS require no covering.
02-24-2009 | 11:06 AM
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RE: What part of the build do you like the least?
Maybe living in the South makes this easier, but when it comes to sanding, I just grab a chair outside and enjoy the weather.
02-24-2009 | 01:08 PM
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ORIGINAL: MinnFlyer
But the part I HATE is taking it apart and re-doing it to correct a mistake I made! (There's at least one in every plane [:@] )
But the part I HATE is taking it apart and re-doing it to correct a mistake I made! (There's at least one in every plane [:@] )
do you want to tell me its happening to pro's as well? so it means i'll never get rid of this fun of doing things multiple times...
02-24-2009 | 01:15 PM
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I think that in my case, I do it more often now. Since I have built so many planes, I tend to think, "I know how to do this next step" so I don't pay attention to the instructions. Then a step or two later, I realize that I should have paid more attention
02-24-2009 | 08:25 PM
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RE: What part of the build do you like the least?
I like it all but the glue it kills me. Ca kills me it makes my eyes water. And i always get more on me then on the plane. I have give up building because of it. But i love the rest. a little up and hammer the gas then pull left
02-24-2009 | 09:34 PM
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RE: What part of the build do you like the least?
Not many really like the sanding it seems, but for you perfectionist out there.....you can actually polish wood to a nice glowing sheen.
Use a very fine, high fiber count steel wool after the finest paper you own.It may not be that useful under covering but if your a perfectionist or building a natural finish boat or something this step adds an amazing depth to a wood finish.
Use a very fine, high fiber count steel wool after the finest paper you own.It may not be that useful under covering but if your a perfectionist or building a natural finish boat or something this step adds an amazing depth to a wood finish.
02-24-2009 | 10:51 PM
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RE: What part of the build do you like the least?
Re-doing goofs seems to happen on each project. My latest:The sinking feeling when after sheeting the leading edge and center section, I remembered the T pins which were installed criss-crossed over the main spar to hold it in place!
02-24-2009 | 11:03 PM
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ORIGINAL: safeTwire
Re-doing goofs seems to happen on each project. My latest:The sinking feeling when after sheeting the leading edge and center section, I remembered the T pins which were installed criss-crossed over the main spar to hold it in place!
Re-doing goofs seems to happen on each project. My latest:The sinking feeling when after sheeting the leading edge and center section, I remembered the T pins which were installed criss-crossed over the main spar to hold it in place!
Wait until you build a screwdriver in to the back of the fuselage, and then sit there wondering why the plane came out so dang tail heavy!!!!! [>:]
I've never built two of the same wings (like to right sides), but I have built two of the same sides of the fuselage!!!!
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02-24-2009 | 11:04 PM
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RE: What part of the build do you like the least?
I like it all but the glue it kills me. Ca kills me it makes my eyes water. And i always get more on me then on the plane. I have give up building because of it. But i love the rest.
So don't use CA fumes as an excuse not to build!
02-25-2009 | 12:05 PM
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ORIGINAL: Murdoc
Yeah, the cowl cutting really sucks! I remember I allways messed up my cowlings and I ended up flying without them
Yeah, the cowl cutting really sucks! I remember I allways messed up my cowlings and I ended up flying without them
There is a very easy method to cut the cowling exactly where you want it, the shape and exact location.
Next time PM me and we will have fun together.
Zor
02-25-2009 | 12:24 PM
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ORIGINAL: CGRetired
I hate doing the tail feathers. I can't really find an easy way to get the horizontal stab square with the wing. The eyeball method often results in a slightly off square horizontal stab.
CGr
I hate doing the tail feathers. I can't really find an easy way to get the horizontal stab square with the wing. The eyeball method often results in a slightly off square horizontal stab.
CGr
The above posting puzzles me.
If it looks square on eyeball.
How do you know it is slightly off square?
Can you not use the method that tells you it is off sqaure to start with?
Zor
02-25-2009 | 12:29 PM
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RE: What part of the build do you like the least?
ORIGINAL: Zor
I am reading this thread.
The above posting puzzles me.
If it looks square on eyeball.
How do you know it is slightly off square?
Can you not use the method that tells you it is off sqaure to start with?
Zor
ORIGINAL: CGRetired
I hate doing the tail feathers. I can't really find an easy way to get the horizontal stab square with the wing. The eyeball method often results in a slightly off square horizontal stab.
CGr
I hate doing the tail feathers. I can't really find an easy way to get the horizontal stab square with the wing. The eyeball method often results in a slightly off square horizontal stab.
CGr
The above posting puzzles me.
If it looks square on eyeball.
How do you know it is slightly off square?
Can you not use the method that tells you it is off sqaure to start with?
Zor
02-25-2009 | 12:49 PM
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RE: What part of the build do you like the least?
Ofcourse you could Zor.
But I don't wish to carry a model out to the field and stand 40 feet away from it before I've even glued the tailfeathers on!
I try to eyeball it as best I can in my build area in my study which is cramped to say the least. Then later when taxing out I might discover its not as true as I thought it was.
Don't know if this is what CGR is dealing with but I sure know the feeling.
Regards,
Clay
But I don't wish to carry a model out to the field and stand 40 feet away from it before I've even glued the tailfeathers on!
I try to eyeball it as best I can in my build area in my study which is cramped to say the least. Then later when taxing out I might discover its not as true as I thought it was.
Don't know if this is what CGR is dealing with but I sure know the feeling.
Regards,
Clay
02-25-2009 | 01:09 PM
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ORIGINAL: Nergall
I thought I was strange in this, but I've noticed what seems to me like most of the builders on these forums use wood glue instead of CA for most joints. Yes, even when the kit instructions say to use CA.
So don't use CA fumes as an excuse not to build!
I like it all but the glue it kills me. Ca kills me it makes my eyes water. And i always get more on me then on the plane. I have give up building because of it. But i love the rest.
So don't use CA fumes as an excuse not to build!
There is a reason for the instructions to say "use CA"
I wanted a 2 ounce bottle of CA recently.
I went to a dozen places including Lowes, Home Depot, many hardware stores. No one carries a one or two ounce bottle of CA of any brand.
I can buy the best glue to make a model at many other stores.
If I write in the instructions to use CA it will bring many modelers to the hobby store that buys from me as a kit manufacturer.
Zor
