JUST ADDED AMA Competition Regulations 1992-93 Control Line Profile Scale event receiving considerable amount attention clubs around country topic discussion club newsletters being added extra event contests CL Profile Scale being talked about fun event also talk about what could considered its serious sidethe fearsome subject documentation Hints Workshop article recent issue Orbiting Eagles Greater Omaha newsletter Bob Furr commented Profile Scale event Bob reminds us event meant lot easier average modeler terms type model level skill required construction modeler must still pay attention documentation airplane builds will putting together proper documentation make building model easier can also improve static judging score Bob points out absolute minimum documentation must include good three-view drawing color scheme data suggests information can often found local library hobby shop three-view usually easiest find After obtaining three-view try LtADING tDGE PLYWOOD T PROFILE FUSELAGt /LANDING GtAR GROOVED DOWELSKETCH-A locate some color black-and-white photos color prints available good written description color scheme will Bob notes gathering documentation before building model may seem like lot work easier determine exact model color scheme before begin build modify model almost complete philosophyknowing what youre going before italso applies building model cannot find required documentation local library hobby shop number good services can provide three-views color scheme data both sources include Bob Banka s Scale Model Research Repla-Tech International Scale Plans Photo Service Bob Holman Plans Advertisements addresses services can generally found Model Aviation other model magazines Also see below information new publications containing great selection Paul Matt s three-view drawings Left Sketch upper diagram shows way strengthen wing-fuselage joints profile Scale models lower diagram shows technique installing wire landing gear such models Above Sketch B shows make X-Acto keyhole saw handle extension Bob indicates likes Profile event because allows possibility building something both stuntable scalelike Any recent full-size aerobatic aircraft would make good subjects models fly well have minimal detail finishing purposes unless love spend weeks detailing model Bobs last thoughts following documentation choose copy aluminum-skinned aircraft model should simulate original surface accomplish can use either balsa-covered foam wing balsa-sheeted built-up wing structure fabric-covered wing dips between ribs would distracting object follow documentation closely possible giving yourself possible advantage static judging Profile construction tips Bob Fun spoke documentation need follow closely Tom Hampshire Garden State Circle Burners passes Continued page 162 74 Model Aviation Lx Scale Bill Boss 77-06 269th Street New Hyde Park NY 11040 X-AETO SAW 3/8 DOWEL FLtXItLt TUBING ETCHB Artnur webers -4 exempliTles luna model flown new Profile Scale event Ship uses two OS 25s Arthur Webers Profile Scale AT-6 has origins Sig Twister Stunter kit uses Fox 36 engine Arthur Weber photo Bob Hudaks Sopwith Triplane took second Profile Clevelands 1990 National Plane Show Mike Weishans photo Mike Welshans placed first 90 National Plane Show Enys 45powered F4F-3 Wildcat M Weishans photo PRECISION MODEL PRODUCTS Made USA BARSTOCK ALUMINUM SPINNERS 3 Pieces Cone Back Plate Retainer Screw Note 3 4 Blade Spinners Available Sizes Add $300 Per Spinner PROP NUT ADAPTORS V Part No TT- 140-A 11-147-A 11-610-A 11-710-A 11-516-A 11-518-A 11-810-A 11-825-A 11-375-A TI- 125-A 3 Pieces Nut Washer Machined Bushing Add $350 Shipping Handling Prices subject change notice ROMCO MFG INC OX 836 SOUTH HOUSTON TEXAS 77587 713 943-1867 FF Duration/Murphy Continued page 160 Bill McCombs has advised book Making Scale Model Airplanes Fly being revised updated improve books usefulness its readers new appendix addresses alt types dihedrals including V-tails includes section handling problems turning banking flight both Scale Duration Free Flight models already have original publication can purchase updates $395 postpaid write Bill information complete new publication Aircraft Data PO Box 763576 Dallas TX 75224 Free Flight have always felt communications name game problem occurs feel everyone affected should advised problem permitted become involved solving have found solution may anse unexpected direction few years ago attendance problem welt-used area contest site number contest entries seemed dwindling clubs involved sponsoring formal contests began ask Attendance declined much entry fees sometimes did cover costs awards such some clubs having difficulty breaking What about finally realized Free Flighters immediate area andeven give new cars awardsattendance would improve significantly Therefore proposed give contestants twice much time compete splitting normal Sunday event cards two daysSaturday Sunday Thus contestants could have time compete events worked event entries same number events because did attend time fly bills paid awards got better fliers loved another thing happened Because contests now two-day weekend affairs contestants began drive longer distances attend attendance began escalate once again Before because contest single Sunday event might have passed up worth trip Recently third session has added some two-day contests holding couple events Saturday evening well sessions about two hours long often used experiment new event concepts special events sport-type competitions ROG events like Anyway whole idea flying funand bills get paid works us maybe will work area should having similar problemor just want expand event participation Anyway maybe 01 Largest Inventories ot Miniature Bearings Remote Control Models Cars ks nes s es copters 33 Complete Product Lines Premium Ultra-Seal frictionless sealed maintenance-free bearings Econo-Power bearings precisionengineered strength durability High Speed high heat engine beanngs 3 Huge Inventory Standard US Metric Bearings 3 Low Prices Fast Delivery 3 Toll-Free Number Easy Ordering N Dealer Programs Available Ask Boca Bearings local hobby shop Call 407 998-0004 Toll-free USA 800 332-3256 Toll-free Canada 800 553-3256 Fax Order 407 998-0119 send $300 catalog Name Address City ________________ State ____ Zip Send Boca Bearing Dept C e 2304 7040W Palmetto Park Rd Raton FL 33433 will prompt some new ideas promoting Free Flight everywhere should have gimmick has produced positive results area let us hear about ears See downwind CL Scale/Boss Continued page 74 couple building tips improve looks strength profile Scale model building wing profile model usually make leading edge two sections center joint located fuselage Quite often proves weak spot model upper drawing Sketch shows THE BEST IN SCALE GLIDERS Worlds largest selection scale glider plans British German magazines HORTEN 111 13i SPAN WING AEEA 115 SQFr P LANS $2600 POSTAGE SCALE GUDER CATALOG $300 / / 4 / Bob Holman Box 741 San Berdo CA 92402 7148853959 Fax 714 889 9307 162 Model Aviation RetailApprox Pan No SizePriceWeight 11-150-B. 1-1/2$1395058 02 11-175-B .. 1-3/41495095 02 11-200-B1595100 02 11-225-B .. 2-1/41695160 02 11-226-B .. 2-114FAt .189515002 11-250-B .. 2-1/21895190 oz 11-251-B -1/2FAI ..209517002 11-275-B .. 2-3/42295220 02 11276-B . 2-3/4 FAt 2495200 02 11-300-B2695260 02 11-301-BFAil 250 02 11-325-B3-1/4.3695340 oz 11-350-B3-1/24995470 oz 11-375-B3-3/45995520 02 11-400-B46995570 oz RetailApprox SizePriceWeight 1/4-28$495061 02 . 1/4-28/7mm495061 02 6x1Omm49506302 7 x 1 0mm495 08202 5/16-244 95 07602 5/16-24/8mm495 076oz 8 x 10mm49507602 8x 125mm4 9507502 3/0-2459511702 lOx 125mm59511502 SHOP TASK Original Home Machine Shop Designed USA Shoptask use plywood tee inserted glued slots cut leading edge fuselage tee strengthens fuselage-wing joint also helps end cracking fuel seepage due engine vibration thickness ply tee should determined size both model leading edge material lower sketch details clean method mounting profile landing gear As sketch shows hole drilled fuselage proper angle appropriate length dowel grooved accept formed wire landing gear unit glued hole fuselage gear mounting leaves no wire bindings fittings fuselage sides eliminates interference between tank mounts landing gear since profile fuselage can up inch thick its strength should adequate type mount word caution method gear mounting might adequate aircraft landing gear extending fuselage wouldnt look right aircraft gear mounted wing As Bob Furr reminds us follow what documentation shows Aviation Heritage Books SunShine House has just made available two-volume set Paul Matis Scale Airplane Drawings volumes contain over 325 pages three-view drawings 124 types airplanes highly detailed drawing accurate working print dimensions specifications airfoils cross sections templates color schemes included two books provide excellent source three-view drawings 8 1/2 x 11-in format just right Scale model documentation needs drawings part collection internationally acclaimed Historical Album Paul Matt addition drawings book contains several detailed photos two-volume set includes drawings Golden Age WW WW II classic modern erasincluding some popular obscure airplanes ever produced softbound volumes sell $2495 plus shipping charges $350 books may ordered SunShine House Inc PO Box 2065 Terre Haute IN 47802 call 1-800-999-0141 Workshop hintsaw extension Sketch B shows quick easy way make X-Acto keyhole saw extension handle Take suitable length 3/s-in birch dowel slot end depth about one-half inch use No 15 saw blade cutting slot will have snug fit Insert blade slot wrap thread glue well light coating five-minute epoxy will fine simple tool ideal reaching fuselage other hard-to-reach parts model under construction cut away unwanted balsa piece flexible tubing slipped over saw makes excellent safety sheath item found Wing Tips newsletter Mid-Hudson Modelmasters work Jim Kamin club VP super cartoonist Please send ideas notice upcoming CL Scale events contest reports especially photos CL Scale activity address shown top column erobaticslMcMillan Continued page 75 Another necessity deal point engine mounting plate simple addition can add significantly life span plane Possible approaches include 1/i-in aluminum plate linen phenolic epoxy board choice has linen phenolic because its easily cut shaped accepts glue well addition doesnt transfer heat exceptionally durable mounting plates U-shaped extend side mount across piece motor mount material AFTER YOU DID ALL THE WORK WHY LET YOUR AIRPLANE DO ALL THE FLYING INFO $500BUILD & FLY THE miniMAX YOURSELF AWARDED Grand Champion Reserve Grand Champion Ultralight 1989 Sun-N-Fun Fly-In * Computer Designed 3 Axis Control * Part 103 Ultralight Easy Construction 0 Wood Construction TEAM INC BOX 338M BRADYVILLE TN 37026 615 765-5397 June 1992 163 SIG MANUFACTURING CO now imports complete line world record holding ROSSI aircraft marine helicopter race car engines includes tull line ot parts accessories plus full time ROSSI REPAIR CENTER US SIG-im ported ROSSI engines come full 90 day SIG WARRANTY against work manship manufacturing defects SIG MANUFACTURING CO INC . Montezuma IA 50171 PH 515-623-5154FAX 515-623-3922Toll Free Orders 800-247-5008 plot aIrfoils dot matrix printer FOILED_AGAIN! o PLOT AIRFOILS IN ANY CHORD UP TO 24 INCHES MODIFY THICKNESS CAMBER & TRAILING EDGE PLOT SKIN ThICKNESS FOR SHEKED WINGS ENTER DATA EASILY VIA INTELLIGENr EDITOR USER-FRIENDLY MENU-DRIVEN OPERATION INCLUDES 50 AIRFOIL FILES 26-PAGE USER MANUAL $4500 Omn ,dw pIm,,cIos lu,I,I bk 0 US$55 qIn iOMPqfl*T ft,PSIU cmp55ndd4,s555d, GI npu,r & pA,, pe ,h, 0d,hg pciy SW 033 dik Sd chfi inoq ,d a, CYGNET Software619 792-8021 3525 Del Mar Heights #23Th San Diego 92130
Edition: Model Aviation - 1992/06
Page Numbers: 74, 162, 163
JUST ADDED AMA Competition Regulations 1992-93 Control Line Profile Scale event receiving considerable amount attention clubs around country topic discussion club newsletters being added extra event contests CL Profile Scale being talked about fun event also talk about what could considered its serious sidethe fearsome subject documentation Hints Workshop article recent issue Orbiting Eagles Greater Omaha newsletter Bob Furr commented Profile Scale event Bob reminds us event meant lot easier average modeler terms type model level skill required construction modeler must still pay attention documentation airplane builds will putting together proper documentation make building model easier can also improve static judging score Bob points out absolute minimum documentation must include good three-view drawing color scheme data suggests information can often found local library hobby shop three-view usually easiest find After obtaining three-view try LtADING tDGE PLYWOOD T PROFILE FUSELAGt /LANDING GtAR GROOVED DOWELSKETCH-A locate some color black-and-white photos color prints available good written description color scheme will Bob notes gathering documentation before building model may seem like lot work easier determine exact model color scheme before begin build modify model almost complete philosophyknowing what youre going before italso applies building model cannot find required documentation local library hobby shop number good services can provide three-views color scheme data both sources include Bob Banka s Scale Model Research Repla-Tech International Scale Plans Photo Service Bob Holman Plans Advertisements addresses services can generally found Model Aviation other model magazines Also see below information new publications containing great selection Paul Matt s three-view drawings Left Sketch upper diagram shows way strengthen wing-fuselage joints profile Scale models lower diagram shows technique installing wire landing gear such models Above Sketch B shows make X-Acto keyhole saw handle extension Bob indicates likes Profile event because allows possibility building something both stuntable scalelike Any recent full-size aerobatic aircraft would make good subjects models fly well have minimal detail finishing purposes unless love spend weeks detailing model Bobs last thoughts following documentation choose copy aluminum-skinned aircraft model should simulate original surface accomplish can use either balsa-covered foam wing balsa-sheeted built-up wing structure fabric-covered wing dips between ribs would distracting object follow documentation closely possible giving yourself possible advantage static judging Profile construction tips Bob Fun spoke documentation need follow closely Tom Hampshire Garden State Circle Burners passes Continued page 162 74 Model Aviation Lx Scale Bill Boss 77-06 269th Street New Hyde Park NY 11040 X-AETO SAW 3/8 DOWEL FLtXItLt TUBING ETCHB Artnur webers -4 exempliTles luna model flown new Profile Scale event Ship uses two OS 25s Arthur Webers Profile Scale AT-6 has origins Sig Twister Stunter kit uses Fox 36 engine Arthur Weber photo Bob Hudaks Sopwith Triplane took second Profile Clevelands 1990 National Plane Show Mike Weishans photo Mike Welshans placed first 90 National Plane Show Enys 45powered F4F-3 Wildcat M Weishans photo PRECISION MODEL PRODUCTS Made USA BARSTOCK ALUMINUM SPINNERS 3 Pieces Cone Back Plate Retainer Screw Note 3 4 Blade Spinners Available Sizes Add $300 Per Spinner PROP NUT ADAPTORS V Part No TT- 140-A 11-147-A 11-610-A 11-710-A 11-516-A 11-518-A 11-810-A 11-825-A 11-375-A TI- 125-A 3 Pieces Nut Washer Machined Bushing Add $350 Shipping Handling Prices subject change notice ROMCO MFG INC OX 836 SOUTH HOUSTON TEXAS 77587 713 943-1867 FF Duration/Murphy Continued page 160 Bill McCombs has advised book Making Scale Model Airplanes Fly being revised updated improve books usefulness its readers new appendix addresses alt types dihedrals including V-tails includes section handling problems turning banking flight both Scale Duration Free Flight models already have original publication can purchase updates $395 postpaid write Bill information complete new publication Aircraft Data PO Box 763576 Dallas TX 75224 Free Flight have always felt communications name game problem occurs feel everyone affected should advised problem permitted become involved solving have found solution may anse unexpected direction few years ago attendance problem welt-used area contest site number contest entries seemed dwindling clubs involved sponsoring formal contests began ask Attendance declined much entry fees sometimes did cover costs awards such some clubs having difficulty breaking What about finally realized Free Flighters immediate area andeven give new cars awardsattendance would improve significantly Therefore proposed give contestants twice much time compete splitting normal Sunday event cards two daysSaturday Sunday Thus contestants could have time compete events worked event entries same number events because did attend time fly bills paid awards got better fliers loved another thing happened Because contests now two-day weekend affairs contestants began drive longer distances attend attendance began escalate once again Before because contest single Sunday event might have passed up worth trip Recently third session has added some two-day contests holding couple events Saturday evening well sessions about two hours long often used experiment new event concepts special events sport-type competitions ROG events like Anyway whole idea flying funand bills get paid works us maybe will work area should having similar problemor just want expand event participation Anyway maybe 01 Largest Inventories ot Miniature Bearings Remote Control Models Cars ks nes s es copters 33 Complete Product Lines Premium Ultra-Seal frictionless sealed maintenance-free bearings Econo-Power bearings precisionengineered strength durability High Speed high heat engine beanngs 3 Huge Inventory Standard US Metric Bearings 3 Low Prices Fast Delivery 3 Toll-Free Number Easy Ordering N Dealer Programs Available Ask Boca Bearings local hobby shop Call 407 998-0004 Toll-free USA 800 332-3256 Toll-free Canada 800 553-3256 Fax Order 407 998-0119 send $300 catalog Name Address City ________________ State ____ Zip Send Boca Bearing Dept C e 2304 7040W Palmetto Park Rd Raton FL 33433 will prompt some new ideas promoting Free Flight everywhere should have gimmick has produced positive results area let us hear about ears See downwind CL Scale/Boss Continued page 74 couple building tips improve looks strength profile Scale model building wing profile model usually make leading edge two sections center joint located fuselage Quite often proves weak spot model upper drawing Sketch shows THE BEST IN SCALE GLIDERS Worlds largest selection scale glider plans British German magazines HORTEN 111 13i SPAN WING AEEA 115 SQFr P LANS $2600 POSTAGE SCALE GUDER CATALOG $300 / / 4 / Bob Holman Box 741 San Berdo CA 92402 7148853959 Fax 714 889 9307 162 Model Aviation RetailApprox Pan No SizePriceWeight 11-150-B. 1-1/2$1395058 02 11-175-B .. 1-3/41495095 02 11-200-B1595100 02 11-225-B .. 2-1/41695160 02 11-226-B .. 2-114FAt .189515002 11-250-B .. 2-1/21895190 oz 11-251-B -1/2FAI ..209517002 11-275-B .. 2-3/42295220 02 11276-B . 2-3/4 FAt 2495200 02 11-300-B2695260 02 11-301-BFAil 250 02 11-325-B3-1/4.3695340 oz 11-350-B3-1/24995470 oz 11-375-B3-3/45995520 02 11-400-B46995570 oz RetailApprox SizePriceWeight 1/4-28$495061 02 . 1/4-28/7mm495061 02 6x1Omm49506302 7 x 1 0mm495 08202 5/16-244 95 07602 5/16-24/8mm495 076oz 8 x 10mm49507602 8x 125mm4 9507502 3/0-2459511702 lOx 125mm59511502 SHOP TASK Original Home Machine Shop Designed USA Shoptask use plywood tee inserted glued slots cut leading edge fuselage tee strengthens fuselage-wing joint also helps end cracking fuel seepage due engine vibration thickness ply tee should determined size both model leading edge material lower sketch details clean method mounting profile landing gear As sketch shows hole drilled fuselage proper angle appropriate length dowel grooved accept formed wire landing gear unit glued hole fuselage gear mounting leaves no wire bindings fittings fuselage sides eliminates interference between tank mounts landing gear since profile fuselage can up inch thick its strength should adequate type mount word caution method gear mounting might adequate aircraft landing gear extending fuselage wouldnt look right aircraft gear mounted wing As Bob Furr reminds us follow what documentation shows Aviation Heritage Books SunShine House has just made available two-volume set Paul Matis Scale Airplane Drawings volumes contain over 325 pages three-view drawings 124 types airplanes highly detailed drawing accurate working print dimensions specifications airfoils cross sections templates color schemes included two books provide excellent source three-view drawings 8 1/2 x 11-in format just right Scale model documentation needs drawings part collection internationally acclaimed Historical Album Paul Matt addition drawings book contains several detailed photos two-volume set includes drawings Golden Age WW WW II classic modern erasincluding some popular obscure airplanes ever produced softbound volumes sell $2495 plus shipping charges $350 books may ordered SunShine House Inc PO Box 2065 Terre Haute IN 47802 call 1-800-999-0141 Workshop hintsaw extension Sketch B shows quick easy way make X-Acto keyhole saw extension handle Take suitable length 3/s-in birch dowel slot end depth about one-half inch use No 15 saw blade cutting slot will have snug fit Insert blade slot wrap thread glue well light coating five-minute epoxy will fine simple tool ideal reaching fuselage other hard-to-reach parts model under construction cut away unwanted balsa piece flexible tubing slipped over saw makes excellent safety sheath item found Wing Tips newsletter Mid-Hudson Modelmasters work Jim Kamin club VP super cartoonist Please send ideas notice upcoming CL Scale events contest reports especially photos CL Scale activity address shown top column erobaticslMcMillan Continued page 75 Another necessity deal point engine mounting plate simple addition can add significantly life span plane Possible approaches include 1/i-in aluminum plate linen phenolic epoxy board choice has linen phenolic because its easily cut shaped accepts glue well addition doesnt transfer heat exceptionally durable mounting plates U-shaped extend side mount across piece motor mount material AFTER YOU DID ALL THE WORK WHY LET YOUR AIRPLANE DO ALL THE FLYING INFO $500BUILD & FLY THE miniMAX YOURSELF AWARDED Grand Champion Reserve Grand Champion Ultralight 1989 Sun-N-Fun Fly-In * Computer Designed 3 Axis Control * Part 103 Ultralight Easy Construction 0 Wood Construction TEAM INC BOX 338M BRADYVILLE TN 37026 615 765-5397 June 1992 163 SIG MANUFACTURING CO now imports complete line world record holding ROSSI aircraft marine helicopter race car engines includes tull line ot parts accessories plus full time ROSSI REPAIR CENTER US SIG-im ported ROSSI engines come full 90 day SIG WARRANTY against work manship manufacturing defects SIG MANUFACTURING CO INC . Montezuma IA 50171 PH 515-623-5154FAX 515-623-3922Toll Free Orders 800-247-5008 plot aIrfoils dot matrix printer FOILED_AGAIN! o PLOT AIRFOILS IN ANY CHORD UP TO 24 INCHES MODIFY THICKNESS CAMBER & TRAILING EDGE PLOT SKIN ThICKNESS FOR SHEKED WINGS ENTER DATA EASILY VIA INTELLIGENr EDITOR USER-FRIENDLY MENU-DRIVEN OPERATION INCLUDES 50 AIRFOIL FILES 26-PAGE USER MANUAL $4500 Omn ,dw pIm,,cIos lu,I,I bk 0 US$55 qIn iOMPqfl*T ft,PSIU cmp55ndd4,s555d, GI npu,r & pA,, pe ,h, 0d,hg pciy SW 033 dik Sd chfi inoq ,d a, CYGNET Software619 792-8021 3525 Del Mar Heights #23Th San Diego 92130
Edition: Model Aviation - 1992/06
Page Numbers: 74, 162, 163
JUST ADDED AMA Competition Regulations 1992-93 Control Line Profile Scale event receiving considerable amount attention clubs around country topic discussion club newsletters being added extra event contests CL Profile Scale being talked about fun event also talk about what could considered its serious sidethe fearsome subject documentation Hints Workshop article recent issue Orbiting Eagles Greater Omaha newsletter Bob Furr commented Profile Scale event Bob reminds us event meant lot easier average modeler terms type model level skill required construction modeler must still pay attention documentation airplane builds will putting together proper documentation make building model easier can also improve static judging score Bob points out absolute minimum documentation must include good three-view drawing color scheme data suggests information can often found local library hobby shop three-view usually easiest find After obtaining three-view try LtADING tDGE PLYWOOD T PROFILE FUSELAGt /LANDING GtAR GROOVED DOWELSKETCH-A locate some color black-and-white photos color prints available good written description color scheme will Bob notes gathering documentation before building model may seem like lot work easier determine exact model color scheme before begin build modify model almost complete philosophyknowing what youre going before italso applies building model cannot find required documentation local library hobby shop number good services can provide three-views color scheme data both sources include Bob Banka s Scale Model Research Repla-Tech International Scale Plans Photo Service Bob Holman Plans Advertisements addresses services can generally found Model Aviation other model magazines Also see below information new publications containing great selection Paul Matt s three-view drawings Left Sketch upper diagram shows way strengthen wing-fuselage joints profile Scale models lower diagram shows technique installing wire landing gear such models Above Sketch B shows make X-Acto keyhole saw handle extension Bob indicates likes Profile event because allows possibility building something both stuntable scalelike Any recent full-size aerobatic aircraft would make good subjects models fly well have minimal detail finishing purposes unless love spend weeks detailing model Bobs last thoughts following documentation choose copy aluminum-skinned aircraft model should simulate original surface accomplish can use either balsa-covered foam wing balsa-sheeted built-up wing structure fabric-covered wing dips between ribs would distracting object follow documentation closely possible giving yourself possible advantage static judging Profile construction tips Bob Fun spoke documentation need follow closely Tom Hampshire Garden State Circle Burners passes Continued page 162 74 Model Aviation Lx Scale Bill Boss 77-06 269th Street New Hyde Park NY 11040 X-AETO SAW 3/8 DOWEL FLtXItLt TUBING ETCHB Artnur webers -4 exempliTles luna model flown new Profile Scale event Ship uses two OS 25s Arthur Webers Profile Scale AT-6 has origins Sig Twister Stunter kit uses Fox 36 engine Arthur Weber photo Bob Hudaks Sopwith Triplane took second Profile Clevelands 1990 National Plane Show Mike Weishans photo Mike Welshans placed first 90 National Plane Show Enys 45powered F4F-3 Wildcat M Weishans photo PRECISION MODEL PRODUCTS Made USA BARSTOCK ALUMINUM SPINNERS 3 Pieces Cone Back Plate Retainer Screw Note 3 4 Blade Spinners Available Sizes Add $300 Per Spinner PROP NUT ADAPTORS V Part No TT- 140-A 11-147-A 11-610-A 11-710-A 11-516-A 11-518-A 11-810-A 11-825-A 11-375-A TI- 125-A 3 Pieces Nut Washer Machined Bushing Add $350 Shipping Handling Prices subject change notice ROMCO MFG INC OX 836 SOUTH HOUSTON TEXAS 77587 713 943-1867 FF Duration/Murphy Continued page 160 Bill McCombs has advised book Making Scale Model Airplanes Fly being revised updated improve books usefulness its readers new appendix addresses alt types dihedrals including V-tails includes section handling problems turning banking flight both Scale Duration Free Flight models already have original publication can purchase updates $395 postpaid write Bill information complete new publication Aircraft Data PO Box 763576 Dallas TX 75224 Free Flight have always felt communications name game problem occurs feel everyone affected should advised problem permitted become involved solving have found solution may anse unexpected direction few years ago attendance problem welt-used area contest site number contest entries seemed dwindling clubs involved sponsoring formal contests began ask Attendance declined much entry fees sometimes did cover costs awards such some clubs having difficulty breaking What about finally realized Free Flighters immediate area andeven give new cars awardsattendance would improve significantly Therefore proposed give contestants twice much time compete splitting normal Sunday event cards two daysSaturday Sunday Thus contestants could have time compete events worked event entries same number events because did attend time fly bills paid awards got better fliers loved another thing happened Because contests now two-day weekend affairs contestants began drive longer distances attend attendance began escalate once again Before because contest single Sunday event might have passed up worth trip Recently third session has added some two-day contests holding couple events Saturday evening well sessions about two hours long often used experiment new event concepts special events sport-type competitions ROG events like Anyway whole idea flying funand bills get paid works us maybe will work area should having similar problemor just want expand event participation Anyway maybe 01 Largest Inventories ot Miniature Bearings Remote Control Models Cars ks nes s es copters 33 Complete Product Lines Premium Ultra-Seal frictionless sealed maintenance-free bearings Econo-Power bearings precisionengineered strength durability High Speed high heat engine beanngs 3 Huge Inventory Standard US Metric Bearings 3 Low Prices Fast Delivery 3 Toll-Free Number Easy Ordering N Dealer Programs Available Ask Boca Bearings local hobby shop Call 407 998-0004 Toll-free USA 800 332-3256 Toll-free Canada 800 553-3256 Fax Order 407 998-0119 send $300 catalog Name Address City ________________ State ____ Zip Send Boca Bearing Dept C e 2304 7040W Palmetto Park Rd Raton FL 33433 will prompt some new ideas promoting Free Flight everywhere should have gimmick has produced positive results area let us hear about ears See downwind CL Scale/Boss Continued page 74 couple building tips improve looks strength profile Scale model building wing profile model usually make leading edge two sections center joint located fuselage Quite often proves weak spot model upper drawing Sketch shows THE BEST IN SCALE GLIDERS Worlds largest selection scale glider plans British German magazines HORTEN 111 13i SPAN WING AEEA 115 SQFr P LANS $2600 POSTAGE SCALE GUDER CATALOG $300 / / 4 / Bob Holman Box 741 San Berdo CA 92402 7148853959 Fax 714 889 9307 162 Model Aviation RetailApprox Pan No SizePriceWeight 11-150-B. 1-1/2$1395058 02 11-175-B .. 1-3/41495095 02 11-200-B1595100 02 11-225-B .. 2-1/41695160 02 11-226-B .. 2-114FAt .189515002 11-250-B .. 2-1/21895190 oz 11-251-B -1/2FAI ..209517002 11-275-B .. 2-3/42295220 02 11276-B . 2-3/4 FAt 2495200 02 11-300-B2695260 02 11-301-BFAil 250 02 11-325-B3-1/4.3695340 oz 11-350-B3-1/24995470 oz 11-375-B3-3/45995520 02 11-400-B46995570 oz RetailApprox SizePriceWeight 1/4-28$495061 02 . 1/4-28/7mm495061 02 6x1Omm49506302 7 x 1 0mm495 08202 5/16-244 95 07602 5/16-24/8mm495 076oz 8 x 10mm49507602 8x 125mm4 9507502 3/0-2459511702 lOx 125mm59511502 SHOP TASK Original Home Machine Shop Designed USA Shoptask use plywood tee inserted glued slots cut leading edge fuselage tee strengthens fuselage-wing joint also helps end cracking fuel seepage due engine vibration thickness ply tee should determined size both model leading edge material lower sketch details clean method mounting profile landing gear As sketch shows hole drilled fuselage proper angle appropriate length dowel grooved accept formed wire landing gear unit glued hole fuselage gear mounting leaves no wire bindings fittings fuselage sides eliminates interference between tank mounts landing gear since profile fuselage can up inch thick its strength should adequate type mount word caution method gear mounting might adequate aircraft landing gear extending fuselage wouldnt look right aircraft gear mounted wing As Bob Furr reminds us follow what documentation shows Aviation Heritage Books SunShine House has just made available two-volume set Paul Matis Scale Airplane Drawings volumes contain over 325 pages three-view drawings 124 types airplanes highly detailed drawing accurate working print dimensions specifications airfoils cross sections templates color schemes included two books provide excellent source three-view drawings 8 1/2 x 11-in format just right Scale model documentation needs drawings part collection internationally acclaimed Historical Album Paul Matt addition drawings book contains several detailed photos two-volume set includes drawings Golden Age WW WW II classic modern erasincluding some popular obscure airplanes ever produced softbound volumes sell $2495 plus shipping charges $350 books may ordered SunShine House Inc PO Box 2065 Terre Haute IN 47802 call 1-800-999-0141 Workshop hintsaw extension Sketch B shows quick easy way make X-Acto keyhole saw extension handle Take suitable length 3/s-in birch dowel slot end depth about one-half inch use No 15 saw blade cutting slot will have snug fit Insert blade slot wrap thread glue well light coating five-minute epoxy will fine simple tool ideal reaching fuselage other hard-to-reach parts model under construction cut away unwanted balsa piece flexible tubing slipped over saw makes excellent safety sheath item found Wing Tips newsletter Mid-Hudson Modelmasters work Jim Kamin club VP super cartoonist Please send ideas notice upcoming CL Scale events contest reports especially photos CL Scale activity address shown top column erobaticslMcMillan Continued page 75 Another necessity deal point engine mounting plate simple addition can add significantly life span plane Possible approaches include 1/i-in aluminum plate linen phenolic epoxy board choice has linen phenolic because its easily cut shaped accepts glue well addition doesnt transfer heat exceptionally durable mounting plates U-shaped extend side mount across piece motor mount material AFTER YOU DID ALL THE WORK WHY LET YOUR AIRPLANE DO ALL THE FLYING INFO $500BUILD & FLY THE miniMAX YOURSELF AWARDED Grand Champion Reserve Grand Champion Ultralight 1989 Sun-N-Fun Fly-In * Computer Designed 3 Axis Control * Part 103 Ultralight Easy Construction 0 Wood Construction TEAM INC BOX 338M BRADYVILLE TN 37026 615 765-5397 June 1992 163 SIG MANUFACTURING CO now imports complete line world record holding ROSSI aircraft marine helicopter race car engines includes tull line ot parts accessories plus full time ROSSI REPAIR CENTER US SIG-im ported ROSSI engines come full 90 day SIG WARRANTY against work manship manufacturing defects SIG MANUFACTURING CO INC . Montezuma IA 50171 PH 515-623-5154FAX 515-623-3922Toll Free Orders 800-247-5008 plot aIrfoils dot matrix printer FOILED_AGAIN! o PLOT AIRFOILS IN ANY CHORD UP TO 24 INCHES MODIFY THICKNESS CAMBER & TRAILING EDGE PLOT SKIN ThICKNESS FOR SHEKED WINGS ENTER DATA EASILY VIA INTELLIGENr EDITOR USER-FRIENDLY MENU-DRIVEN OPERATION INCLUDES 50 AIRFOIL FILES 26-PAGE USER MANUAL $4500 Omn ,dw pIm,,cIos lu,I,I bk 0 US$55 qIn iOMPqfl*T ft,PSIU cmp55ndd4,s555d, GI npu,r & pA,, pe ,h, 0d,hg pciy SW 033 dik Sd chfi inoq ,d a, CYGNET Software619 792-8021 3525 Del Mar Heights #23Th San Diego 92130