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  1. TonyHallo

    Scale RCM 1/3 Scale Champ Build

    Found a little time last night to work on the Champ. The original plans showed a 3/8" wood dowel at about the midpoint of the left front window. After reviewing several full scale photos it was determined that is actually the frame for the front sliding glass. While going over the plane I...
  2. TonyHallo

    Scale Nelitz 1/3 scale Cub build

    What service is required?
  3. TonyHallo

    Scale Nelitz 1/3 scale Cub build

    I would say most J3's did not have lights or electric systems when built so I would not include lights. The Super Cub Nav Light bracket drawing is attached. Looks like a 2 stoke glow type carb, tank pressure? I thought the same of the Champ but it flies heavy. I have it on diet now but it is...
  4. TonyHallo

    Scale Nelitz 1/3 scale Cub build

    Well it's a good thing that you went for the two day priority mail!
  5. TonyHallo

    Scale Nelitz 1/3 scale Cub build

    I use it to fill large gap in wallboard before taping. Can't image sanding it next to balsa?
  6. TonyHallo

    Scale Nelitz 1/3 scale Cub build

    I It sure does. Will it run on methanol or gas? Will the OS fit better?
  7. TonyHallo

    Scale Nelitz 1/3 scale Cub build

    Old gallon thinner cans work great too.
  8. TonyHallo

    Scale Nelitz 1/3 scale Cub build

    What happen to the 1/4" balsa sheeting?
  9. TonyHallo

    Scale Nelitz 1/3 scale Cub build

    I have had these folks make scale logos for my Cherokees. Maybe they can make what you need in 33%. http://www.aerographics.com/images/documents/kits/interior/Piper_PA-18_Super_Cub_Interior_AeroGraphics_Placards.pdf
  10. TonyHallo

    Yes/No?

    I don't think so, but who knows?
  11. TonyHallo

    Yes/No?

    The Falcon CF prop that was on the Cherokee had a wood filler, it was a light gray color. When I drilled it the filler looked almost white and it is a gummy substance.
  12. TonyHallo

    Scale Nelitz 1/3 scale Cub build

    Do you plan to cover the boot cowl with aluminum? If so I don't think you need to fully sheet the area, just a few stringers. That's what I did on the Champ and it has worked well.
  13. TonyHallo

    Scale Nelitz 1/3 scale Cub build

    Wonder how cold galvanized spray paint would look. The tank in the almost looks galvanized but I think it is just painted. You are moving along nicely, fabric soon?
  14. TonyHallo

    Scale Nelitz 1/3 scale Cub build

    What is the difference in the tanks for each engine? Both engines are the same size and are burning glow fuel.
  15. TonyHallo

    Scale Nelitz 1/3 scale Cub build

    Here's a photo from the Piper museum.
  16. TonyHallo

    Scale PJ 295 build.

    Good to hear the surgery went well.
  17. TonyHallo

    Scale PJ 295 build.

    Yes, best wishes. Not sure why you need to stop, it's not your wrist an knee!!!!!
  18. TonyHallo

    Scale Nelitz 1/3 scale Cub build

    No, the top of the windshield where you were recently working
  19. TonyHallo

    Scale RCM 1/3 Scale Champ Build

    Welcome aboard requesttop.
  20. TonyHallo

    Scale PJ 295 build.

    I Googled PJ 295 and looked at the images. This one looks to be two place.
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