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Forum: Extreme Speed Prop Planes
12-31-2004, 03:30 PM
Replies: 178
Views: 31,885
Posted By der_steuermann

RE: HEY! LET'S BUILD A SPEED PLANE!!!

You're wrong James. Combatpigg has much much background knowledge [sm=thumbup.gif] - believe me he just simulates from time to time :)



Have to leave now - HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Forum: Extreme Speed Prop Planes
12-31-2004, 03:25 PM
Replies: 178
Views: 31,885
Posted By der_steuermann

RE: HEY! LET'S BUILD A SPEED PLANE!!!

Supercool makes such CF integral spinners - sure exotic!

http://www.supercoolprops.com/images/Turbo2.jpg
Forum: Extreme Speed Prop Planes
12-31-2004, 03:24 PM
Replies: 178
Views: 31,885
Posted By der_steuermann

RE: HEY! LET'S BUILD A SPEED PLANE!!!

Hi Rude!

So let’s talk about the “INTEGRAL SPINNER“

There’s no real alternative to these multi-part spinners when entering 20K using 1.5“ and bigger spinners. So it’s not...
Forum: Extreme Speed Prop Planes
12-31-2004, 09:38 AM
Replies: 178
Views: 31,885
Posted By der_steuermann

RE: HEY! LET'S BUILD A SPEED PLANE!!!

Because we're talking 'bout serious speed associated with this custom project this is a good occasion to list all manufactures/distributors of well suited .40 pylon engines currently available.

...
Forum: Extreme Speed Prop Planes
12-30-2004, 02:55 AM
Replies: 178
Views: 31,885
Posted By der_steuermann

RE: HEY! LET'S BUILD A SPEED PLANE!!!

Hi CP,

the size of the fin is fine.

The fin & stab are also 'begging' for nice fillets :)

Thus, as all the speed freaks reading this thread do realize such a pure speed plane project...
Forum: Extreme Speed Prop Planes
12-19-2004, 12:06 AM
Replies: 178
Views: 31,885
Posted By der_steuermann

RE: HEY! LET'S BUILD A SPEED PLANE!!!

Hi,

I am convinced the observing reader has recognized that the author of this thread - combatpigg - is pushing the envelope significantly here. Obviously he’s like many of us. He likes to go...
Forum: Extreme Speed Prop Planes
11-29-2004, 06:49 AM
Replies: 178
Views: 31,885
Posted By der_steuermann

RE: HEY! LET'S BUILD A SPEED PLANE!!!

Well, in the meantime I only trust 'true' welding when talking about these linkages. I call on a local buddy equipped for for that kind of job...

http://smiley.onegreatguy.net/2cents.gif

...
Forum: Extreme Speed Prop Planes
11-28-2004, 01:11 PM
Replies: 178
Views: 31,885
Posted By der_steuermann

RE: HEY! LET'S BUILD A SPEED PLANE!!!

Please do not silver solder the elevator linkage or any other linkage. Solder is too soft for that application and is prone to fail due to the high-frequency engine vibs usually observable. Also a...
Forum: Extreme Speed Prop Planes
11-27-2004, 10:00 PM
Replies: 178
Views: 31,885
Posted By der_steuermann

RE: HEY! LET'S BUILD A SPEED PLANE!!!

Hi CP,

according to the last pic the stab is located too near to the wing. You may want to move it about 2.5” backwards. The longer the moment arm of the lateral axis the better since we...
Forum: Extreme Speed Prop Planes
11-21-2004, 02:29 PM
Replies: 178
Views: 31,885
Posted By der_steuermann

RE: HEY! LET'S BUILD A SPEED PLANE!!!

Hi combatpigg!

[sm=spinnyeyes.gif]

[sm=bananahead.gif]

:D

To come back to the topic. In general a couple of thinner layers of cloth will result in a stronger structure than fewer...
Forum: Extreme Speed Prop Planes
11-16-2004, 01:09 PM
Replies: 178
Views: 31,885
Posted By der_steuermann

RE: HEY! LET'S BUILD A SPEED PLANE!!!

Hey, it really does not matter to make a wing weighing one or two oz. more than calculated. We're talking 'bout a speed plane designed to gain as much speed as possible during a large and smooth...
Forum: Extreme Speed Prop Planes
11-15-2004, 03:24 AM
Replies: 178
Views: 31,885
Posted By der_steuermann

RE: HEY! LET'S BUILD A SPEED PLANE!!!

Nice work! 13.5 ozs is a good value [sm=thumbup.gif]

Just keep it strong.[>:] Incl. heavy duty aileron linkage with 1/8" wire, metal control hinges (3 pieces per aileron, 6 or 8 pieces for...
Forum: Extreme Speed Prop Planes
11-05-2004, 03:40 PM
Replies: 178
Views: 31,885
Posted By der_steuermann

RE: HEY! LET'S BUILD A SPEED PLANE!!!

Here’s a schematic illustration of a strong and lightweight speed plane wing.

A wing spar is only recommended when utilizing balsa wood sheeting.

When covering the foam core (incl....
Forum: Extreme Speed Prop Planes
11-04-2004, 04:30 AM
Replies: 178
Views: 31,885
Posted By der_steuermann

RE: HEY! LET'S BUILD A SPEED PLANE!!!

Hi combatpigg,

cutting an already (balsa?) sheeted wing to add wing spars is new to me. [X(] To show a potential alternative I'll prepare a drawing tonight picturing the typical layout of my...
Forum: Extreme Speed Prop Planes
11-01-2004, 08:35 AM
Replies: 178
Views: 31,885
Posted By der_steuermann

RE: HEY! LET'S BUILD A SPEED PLANE!!!

...a recommended addition to the wing design: For good high speed stability you can incorporate a positive dihedral. Meaning that the top side along the entire wing span is planar...
Forum: Extreme Speed Prop Planes
11-01-2004, 05:27 AM
Replies: 178
Views: 31,885
Posted By der_steuermann

RE: HEY! LET'S BUILD A SPEED PLANE!!!

http://smiley.onegreatguy.net/whatever.gif

Rudeboy = http://smiley.onegreatguy.net/toothless.gif

steuermann = http://smiley.onegreatguy.net/angel.gif

;)
Forum: Extreme Speed Prop Planes
10-31-2004, 06:32 PM
Replies: 178
Views: 31,885
Posted By der_steuermann

RE: HEY! LET'S BUILD A SPEED PLANE!!!

Hi Razor,

direct translation would be "the steersman"...



yep :)
Forum: Extreme Speed Prop Planes
10-31-2004, 03:10 PM
Replies: 178
Views: 31,885
Posted By der_steuermann

RE: HEY! LET'S BUILD A SPEED PLANE!!!

The answer is simple, the 8% and 9% NACA 000 series airfoils have been proved to be super fast in the long history of the German Speed-Cup. Trial and error principle. For instance 4 of the first 6...
Forum: Extreme Speed Prop Planes
10-31-2004, 04:11 AM
Replies: 178
Views: 31,885
Posted By der_steuermann

RE: HEY! LET'S BUILD A SPEED PLANE!!!

Hi combatpigg,

great!

designing a scratch built speed sucker sure takes some time, but once finished you'll be proud of that unique creation!

Some additional notes:

- for .40 to...
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