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The 'What did you do in your workshop tonight?' thread
Neded to reinforce the canopy latch area, thought I could just epoxy a plywood shelf in and that would really make a solid fit… then I got to thinking… what about a little seat… for Captain America. He’s crashed a plane before but it might be time for redemption AND MAYBE some laughs. I’ve...- AKNick
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- Forum: Giant / Scale RC General Discussions
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The 'What did you do in your workshop tonight?' thread
Wing leading edge sheeting crack repaired, recovered. Added some glass strips to the motor box for some extra piece of mind after repairing the delamination.- AKNick
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The 'What did you do in your workshop tonight?' thread
Define "Summer" as: No snow, trees are green, flourishing with life, fish to be caught... I'd be wearing shorts and a T-shirt during your winters. Most of us do not have A/C in our homes. Weird thought yeah? We'll get in the 70's- AKNick
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The 'What did you do in your workshop tonight?' thread
Patched up my fuselage where I had previously repaired the balsa from some minor breaks. Also patched up the motor box with some light fiberglass for reinforcement. Next up is a LE seam that popped on the right wing. I’m getting there- AKNick
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Sport Racing plane for 3 cylinder Kolm engine.
I've had my 18SZ for 9 years! Been a good radio. What hurts the most about switching brands is the receivers. I really liked the interface of the Graupner MZ series but then the support went kapoot when they closed the rc branch. It's nice seeing more app style widgets in modern controllers like...- AKNick
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- Forum: Giant / Scale Scratch and Kit Build Threads
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Joe Nall 2026
I’m planning on flying a redeye JNU-RDU, take the drive to Triple Tree with a rental truck and an airplane box Friday Morning. Going to tent it near the 3D line like the last couple years. Leaving Friday. If you see this guy, be sure to say hello.- AKNick
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- Forum: Joe Nall Week
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Joe Nall 2026
Joe Nall 2026 May 8-15th https://tta.aero/jn-2/ Who is all going this year?- AKNick
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The 'What did you do in your workshop tonight?' thread
Been having Joe Nall on my mind lately, forgot I hadn’t finished repairing my 104 Extra NG, finished the elevator, patched up with some covering that was close enough. More to do, but making headway.- AKNick
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- Forum: Giant / Scale RC General Discussions
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Sport Racing plane for 3 cylinder Kolm engine.
Low heat on a smooth (very fine grit) sanded surface would probably be your best bet. Could also paint it white and then just gently cover the purple with covering over the paint?- AKNick
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- Forum: Giant / Scale Scratch and Kit Build Threads
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Scale Nelitz 1/3 scale Cub build
We've been getting hit with snow still. Its currently 22F, haven't played with my airplanes in quite some time. I'm glad you are!!!- AKNick
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Scale Wendell Hostetler 30% Piper Cherokee Glass Fuselage Build.
That's a nice scheme for the Cherokee Six. Here is one from SE Alaska. "Skagway Air" The insignia on the tail is a Can-Can Girl themed from the 1923 during the Soapy Smith days of the Klondike Goldrush. I got a call from the original owner around 2012-2014 asking if I could annual a few planes...- AKNick
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Discussion The I’m Going/Went Flying Thread
I heard that! Warmed up to the 40's for a bit here, dropped to the teens and now hanging around 20F and blowing.... eek! Nice shots! Glad your getting the stick time in!- AKNick
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- Forum: Giant / Scale RC General Discussions
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Electronic Carburetor/Roto 85 FS Install
The 1250's are nice servos!- AKNick
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- Forum: Gas Engines