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Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
08-13-2019, 04:08 AM
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Posted By pittsdriver

Beautiful! I like the color scheme as it is so...

Beautiful! I like the color scheme as it is so different than the normal blue. If you have it balanced correctly it should be a big *****cat to fly. The real one was with fairly light elevators and...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
04-23-2019, 08:01 AM
Replies: 3,601
Views: 489,658
Posted By pittsdriver

I saw that Nick Ziroli has the plans and...

I saw that Nick Ziroli has the plans and accessories now. Hope that is not old news but just happened to see that yesterday.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
04-09-2018, 04:21 PM
Replies: 3,601
Views: 489,658
Posted By pittsdriver

Her's one of the TBMs we did and my SNJ.

Her's one of the TBMs we did and my SNJ.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
04-08-2018, 06:03 PM
Replies: 3,601
Views: 489,658
Posted By pittsdriver

I haven't built any models for several years but...

I haven't built any models for several years but I just ordered a FokkeRC 14 scale ME-109E. I saw one of the kitcutters has the Kellog TBM and plans so I will look into it. If there is anyone on this...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
04-08-2018, 02:24 PM
Replies: 3,601
Views: 489,658
Posted By pittsdriver

It is over at my friend John Lane,s Airpower...

It is over at my friend John Lane,s Airpower Unlimited for heavy maintenance all winter. Needed rudder fabric so he had me do it. He restored one about 20 years ago that won Grand Champion Warbird at...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
04-07-2018, 07:41 PM
Replies: 3,601
Views: 489,658
Posted By pittsdriver

You think the model turret is a pain i built up...

You think the model turret is a pain i built up two turrets and canopies on the real thing. Also just re covered a TBM rudder in February, Lots of rib stitching on that.One of these days I'll get...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
02-17-2014, 09:08 PM
Replies: 3,601
Views: 489,658
Posted By pittsdriver

I missed that. It was your wing trailing edge...

I missed that. It was your wing trailing edge that was warped. Another thing you might want to do is run about a 1/2" wide carbon fiber tape down the trailing edge. It would stiffen it up...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
02-17-2014, 05:28 PM
Replies: 3,601
Views: 489,658
Posted By pittsdriver

Actually if you look at the inside of the flaps...

Actually if you look at the inside of the flaps on the TBM the ribs are covered with sheet aluminum skin with round lightening holes in it. Could do that with some 1/64 ply and that will also...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
02-04-2014, 05:29 AM
Replies: 3,601
Views: 489,658
Posted By pittsdriver

On tailhooks, early TBM 3s had internal tailhooks...

On tailhooks, early TBM 3s had internal tailhooks so only the end of the hook is visible when retracted. The later models had an external hook that attached right behind the tailwheel well. Also...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
01-22-2014, 02:12 PM
Replies: 3,601
Views: 489,658
Posted By pittsdriver

When flown off carriers the TBM and all the other...

When flown off carriers the TBM and all the other airplanes for that matter used the one piece hub with the small solid rubber tire. When operated off land they used the 10x3.50x4 tire and wheel the...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
12-29-2013, 08:46 PM
Replies: 3,601
Views: 489,658
Posted By pittsdriver

So Chic did you get to do any more glassing?...

So Chic did you get to do any more glassing? Another use for peel ply is when you are making filets out of epoxy/micro balloons. Mix the filler fairly thick and trowl it where you need a filet. Then...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
12-22-2013, 01:00 PM
Replies: 3,601
Views: 489,658
Posted By pittsdriver

I've used fiberglass for almost 50 years in one...

I've used fiberglass for almost 50 years in one form or another and have made all the mistakes. One other thing to add is always use gloves and use at least a dust mask when sanding. A resporater is...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
12-22-2013, 05:48 AM
Replies: 3,601
Views: 489,658
Posted By pittsdriver

I have always used .75 ounce cloth on my models....

I have always used .75 ounce cloth on my models. The resin and cloth is to seal the balsa and provide a smooth surface for the finish paint. It really doesn't add much strength as far as flight loads...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
12-21-2013, 08:53 PM
Replies: 3,601
Views: 489,658
Posted By pittsdriver

You really don't need to thin the epoxy as the...

You really don't need to thin the epoxy as the peel ply will do the job of getting all the excess out. Glad it worked out and the more you use it the easier it gets. Keep on practicing. Don
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
12-18-2013, 06:53 AM
Replies: 3,601
Views: 489,658
Posted By pittsdriver

Sure, my email is in my profile. It's been over...

Sure, my email is in my profile. It's been over 20 years since I last had much to do with Avengers so I don't know how much of a help I'd be. Don
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
12-17-2013, 10:11 AM
Replies: 3,601
Views: 489,658
Posted By pittsdriver

They also only had two cowl flaps on the upper...

They also only had two cowl flaps on the upper side of the cowl and they had dual controls. Don
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
12-17-2013, 07:37 AM
Replies: 3,601
Views: 489,658
Posted By pittsdriver

[QUOTE=Kinner;11686852]Some 35mm gun cameras were...

[QUOTE=Kinner;11686852]Some 35mm gun cameras were mounted in front of the windscreen just to the right of AC centerline.

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Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
12-17-2013, 05:17 AM
Replies: 3,601
Views: 489,658
Posted By pittsdriver

The opening in the port wing is the gun camera....

The opening in the port wing is the gun camera. Don
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
12-09-2013, 08:42 PM
Replies: 3,601
Views: 489,658
Posted By pittsdriver

You can get Ceconite uncertified light fabric...

You can get Ceconite uncertified light fabric from Aircraft Spruce for about $9.00 a yard x 72". I have never used dress liner but it might work if it is cheaper.Try it on a test piece. Don
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
12-09-2013, 05:20 AM
Replies: 3,601
Views: 489,658
Posted By pittsdriver

JW, The whole idea behind using a fabric peel ply...

JW, The whole idea behind using a fabric peel ply is that it does soak up any excess resin so you get just the right amount in the weave. The plastic will not do that plus the peel ply leaves a ready...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
12-08-2013, 09:17 PM
Replies: 3,601
Views: 489,658
Posted By pittsdriver

Dacron is just one materiel that doesn't stick to...

Dacron is just one materiel that doesn't stick to epoxy. There are others out there but Dacron is cheep and readily available. Evercoat comes in a squeeze bottle so it is easy to control how much to...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
12-08-2013, 05:45 PM
Replies: 3,601
Views: 489,658
Posted By pittsdriver

Here is a good tutorial. I really like West...

Here is a good tutorial. I really like West Systems epoxy. I use the slow cure part B and it gives plenty of time for about any lay up. It also sands great. I use Stitts 103 dacron fabric as I have a...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
12-08-2013, 02:00 PM
Replies: 3,601
Views: 489,658
Posted By pittsdriver

That's why you use "peel ply" when you glass...

That's why you use "peel ply" when you glass anything. It is a layer of dacron aircraft fabric like Stitts or Ceconite that you squeegee over the wet fiberglass and resin. It soaks up the excess...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
12-07-2013, 09:06 PM
Replies: 3,601
Views: 489,658
Posted By pittsdriver

That spot putty is not the best thing to use...

That spot putty is not the best thing to use here. It will shrink and crack over time. Evercoat Metal Glaze is a much better product. It is a catalyzed putty. Is dry and ready to sand in 15 min. You...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
11-21-2013, 10:00 AM
Replies: 3,601
Views: 489,658
Posted By pittsdriver

I hope someone will keep the plan service going....

I hope someone will keep the plan service going. I was always going to get the TBM plans. Blue Skies Charlie.
Here is a picture of my Uncle flying the TBM and me in the SNJ.[ATTACH]1941051[/IMG]
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