General Aeromodelling Discussion

[Ramon WilsonParticipant @ramonwilson3]

Thanks Keith and Ron,

Yep it's never the same once that first coat of castor goes on Keith . I do have a good cleaning regime though that should keep it looking fair for a while.

The covering Ron, is traditional heavyweight Jap tissue sadly no longer available. As you say though once it goes on all that intense work of previous weeks is quickly hidden. I would prefer to paint all over but that does bring the weight up considerably – keeping it clear doped helps with that as well as having a nice 'traditional' effect.

Although I don't compete any more this model design is from what is termed the 'Classic' period – models that were designed/published between Dec '58 (I think) and Dec 69. Well it was in my time but has been extended to Dec 1979 to encourage more input. Some of the models designed between 69 and 79 are certainly classics in their own right if not quite in keeping with the original period to my mind.

Any one else build and fly control line on here? Be good to hear from you if so

Regards – Tug

[Robert ButlerParticipant @robertbutler92161]

Gentlemen, I have two Murco 61's if anyone is interested. There is one carb but not serviceable and one non standard exhaust. PM if you wish.

Robert Butler

[Ramon WilsonParticipant @ramonwilson3]

Hi Guys – The Coy Lady flew very well indeed so I was well pleased with the outcome. Having become a fair weather flyer in my old age it will be next year before it gets another outing though

I've been building another 'classic' period model, another favourite. It's an American design from 1959 called the Tucker Special. I've enlarged it slightly from the original 50" wingspan to 56" and power will be a Super Tigre G21/46.

Again, due to weather conditions it will be on hold until next spring before I can cover and paint it.

Also been doing some engine repair work and dieselising an OS Max FP20 glow motor – very successful.

Hope to be back on the marine engine before long though – anyone else balsa bashing?

Regards – Tug

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