BSNW
Well-Known Member
- Joined
- Jan 2, 2017
- Messages
- 982
- Reaction score
- 634
Hey all-
So even though I am still working (thank God) I do have a number of hours off here at the house. I wanted to work on something that would take a little more time.
I also know this is an older kit and there are other build threads. Even though I did not do a build thread I still wanted to share. Why not?
This is a highly creative and cool design. KUDOS to John B for his design. If you like to sand...this is your kit. I don't think I have EVER done more sanding on one particular kit in my life . I also used a bit of Bondo spot putty to "correct" some things and to do my fillets (TINY ones). There are many many angles and geometries that need to line up during assembly...what a trip (pun intended)! I wish this kit was still available. I am glad I have one more in my stash.I have to say....out of all the skill level 5 kits I have built...this is the toughest one for me.
The only thing I would say in the negative side is that the instructions SUCK. I found a number of errors/typos. IMO this is a kit...by its nature, that needs written word instructions. This is not a reflection on the designer John B.
I got to a point today where I am ready to seal the wood. I thought I would share some photos. I will also stick to the color scheme but will make a MINOR change (promise) on one thing. As you will see, I changed the motor retention. I am diabolically apposed to engine hooks.
First flight after finishing will be on an RMS E18-4W. Then if all goes well...an RMS F24-W
Stay well folks
Andrew
So even though I am still working (thank God) I do have a number of hours off here at the house. I wanted to work on something that would take a little more time.
I also know this is an older kit and there are other build threads. Even though I did not do a build thread I still wanted to share. Why not?
This is a highly creative and cool design. KUDOS to John B for his design. If you like to sand...this is your kit. I don't think I have EVER done more sanding on one particular kit in my life . I also used a bit of Bondo spot putty to "correct" some things and to do my fillets (TINY ones). There are many many angles and geometries that need to line up during assembly...what a trip (pun intended)! I wish this kit was still available. I am glad I have one more in my stash.I have to say....out of all the skill level 5 kits I have built...this is the toughest one for me.
The only thing I would say in the negative side is that the instructions SUCK. I found a number of errors/typos. IMO this is a kit...by its nature, that needs written word instructions. This is not a reflection on the designer John B.
I got to a point today where I am ready to seal the wood. I thought I would share some photos. I will also stick to the color scheme but will make a MINOR change (promise) on one thing. As you will see, I changed the motor retention. I am diabolically apposed to engine hooks.
First flight after finishing will be on an RMS E18-4W. Then if all goes well...an RMS F24-W
Stay well folks
Andrew
Last edited: