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  1. AKNick

    Scale 20cc DHC-2 "Beaver" Kit Build from Moustache Model Works

    Covered the vertical stab. first side I did the tack and low temp iron trick, it worked. The next side turned out much better ironing from back to front. Now that all the surfaces are covered (except the trim, and horizontal - more on that later) I used my pencil Wellner iron to burn the...
  2. AKNick

    Scale 20cc DHC-2 "Beaver" Kit Build from Moustache Model Works

    Covered the elevators.
  3. AKNick

    Scale 20cc DHC-2 "Beaver" Kit Build from Moustache Model Works

    Made some long awaited visual progress. Covered the ailerons, flaps, and rudder using Hangar 9 Ultracote Brite Yellow. here’s a photo dump of how I tackled it. I’m no expert here, but my process is low temp, bottom to top, overlap the seams in the direction of airflow. Next up is the tail...
  4. AKNick

    Scale 20cc DHC-2 "Beaver" Kit Build from Moustache Model Works

    MMW gives an etched cutout for a possible throttle servo location. It looked pretty good for my Standard MG servo, so I decided to go with it. What I didn't realize is that my custom throttle arm linkage was slightly longer, so I ended up cutting more material out to move the servo aft a little...
  5. AKNick

    110" TIMBER Assembly Thread

    1/4”
  6. AKNick

    3D Vertigo build, any interest in a build?

    @pawnshopmike and @-Rick- sorry to hear about your losses fellas.
  7. AKNick

    110" TIMBER Assembly Thread

    Welcome to GSN! I’m sure getting parts is easier here than there!!! I used 72MHz for years! Here ya go: BoomaRC Multiswitch https://boomarc.com/en/multi-switch Hanson Hobbies 20AWG http://www.hansenhobbies.com/products/connectors/ TechAero Ultra IBEC http://www.tech-aero.net/ultra-ibec eBay...
  8. AKNick

    Scale 1/3 Scale Extra 330L Build.

    I use copper RTV on the bolts and flange as well. Just make sure there isn't any oil residue.
  9. AKNick

    Scale 20cc DHC-2 "Beaver" Kit Build from Moustache Model Works

    Glued my custom rudder tiller bar in place. Since my shop was cold I decided to drain a LiPo to death (bad cell) and use its heat to warm the epoxy. Efficiency folks. then I finished routing my wires to the end rib. Along with a hole for my beacon wire.
  10. AKNick

    110" TIMBER Assembly Thread

    I mounted mine on the deck, to the right of the fuel tank. Don't think I had any excess wire as my rx was in the back.
  11. AKNick

    I'm going/went flying 2021 thread

    Ever heard of a glider retriever? Ha! Control horn pulled out of the wing during a launch... Need to replace the electronics! Got lucky this time!
  12. AKNick

    I'm going/went flying 2021 thread

    Frozen over lake, maybe about 5" of ice, so not much. I think it was about 20F in the video, but the air was still and the sun was our which helps a ton.
  13. AKNick

    I'm going/went flying 2021 thread

    Got around to finish up another video! 84" Turbo Bushmaster on my Custom Skis!
  14. AKNick

    Scale 1/3 Scale Extra 330L Build.

    Plane looks awesome buddy, you do quick work! :oblong: Is it just a servo arm JB had welded to the choke linkage? Whatever works 'eh!
  15. AKNick

    Scale 20cc DHC-2 "Beaver" Kit Build from Moustache Model Works

    Wing strut mounts. Okay... so I’ve heard a few reports of the screws pulling out of the wing.... I didn’t realize there wasn’t much of a hard mount for the brackets. so I made a plan. Used M3x20 screws from McMaster M3 T-Nuts (Blind Nuts) from Micro fasteners Left over spar material to put...
  16. AKNick

    Discussion The I’m Going/Went Flying Thread

    Oooffff February here usually means cold and clear... Been in the single digits (3-18F) the last 24hrs, bit of a breeze this morning. We got 12" of snow last week as well. Old man winter is here to stay.
  17. AKNick

    Scale 20cc DHC-2 "Beaver" Kit Build from Moustache Model Works

    After learning my supplied rudder linkage wasn’t going to work (nylon fitting wouldnt thread on) I finally figure out what would. Modified a Redwing push rod. Ground the wrench flats off, bent to mimic the original - except a bit longer, and inline with the rudder hinge gap. Then cut to length.
  18. AKNick

    Scale 20cc DHC-2 "Beaver" Kit Build from Moustache Model Works

    Seen a guy on a FB group that had made a little access hole for the rudder linkage. I figured why not! So I made one just in case I need access to the connection. Pretty much just made a little oval hole with some doublers just below the stab doubler, and used a couple little countersunk screws...
  19. AKNick

    Scale 20cc DHC-2 "Beaver" Kit Build from Moustache Model Works

    Using some old ribbon cable that was given to me, I started routing the light system. ypu can tell this was an afterthought based on how everything is routed. Instead of going through the formers and ribs, I went around them. Not a big deal. Used superglue and kicker to adhere them. for the...
  20. AKNick

    Scale 20cc DHC-2 "Beaver" Kit Build from Moustache Model Works

    Drilled and fitted the elevator joiners.
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