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Control Line: Scale

Author: M. Stott


Edition: Model Aviation - 1976/02
Page Numbers: 26, 71

Control Line Scale Mike Stott WHO WOULD THINK scale modeler would have problems worries after has completed beautiful scale plane Well biggest worries transporting model along assorted flight gear luggage kids wife site contest fortunate enough own van better yet motor home problem somewhat less complex majority us along myself have contend getting everything need average sized car Sometimes just impossible fit scale model its entirety regular sized car logical solution find way remove wings Im offering some suggestions matter since run problem quite often hope can help Out common way detaching wing use nylon bolts hardwood dowel RC models advantages method simple easy modify scale models type application method has big disadvantages trying conceal wing fuselage joints along nylon bolt heads Ive found best way conceal bolt heads counter sink bolt heads bottom wing screw inspection panel over top opening furnish photograph section scale judges way know certain real inspection panel area Consequently judges should downgrade type concealment also applies other portions model leadout exit guides pushrod throttle link ages etc best ways hide joint across bottom wings join fuselage use colored plastic tape such Sigs Stripe-Rite Carl Goldbergs striping tape 3M colored adhesive tape plastic tapes come colors should able find match color need cant find correct color recommend using white tape carrying small bottle paint applying time assembling flight Also have found scale model white can use General Electric Silicone Bathtub Seal comes white clear sure use white apply joint smoothing cover Now works have scale model white paint will adhere silicone seal Although above methods work just great may come time either using nylon bolts wont work out right may just need scale-looking method detaching wings come point would suggest locating scale seam joint wings model use separa tion point would allow mount center section wing permanently fuselage would eliminate need camouflage wing joints fuselage big advantage models have bellcrank mounted wing fact have make kind pushrod connection disconnection assem bling bellerank will permanently mounted center section wing attached fuselage advantages method easily seen Transportation could done smaller space would large wing contend because wings would right lefthand panels looking photos accompany article note box type construction made 1/16 plywood mounted center section wing Now notice hardwood pins protrude out outer wing panel will slide 1/16 plywood box Align ment both pieces very critical along good fit pins box Ive found best method achieve proper alignment build wing piece put pins 1/16 plywood box glue box what will center section wing making sure will separate along scale seam joint Securely mount pin what will outer wing panel next step cut outer wing panel center section wing along proper scale position should able slide wing panels apart assure wings separate during flight good idea use wood screw hold hard wood pins 1/16 plywood box can done top bottom side ever convenient particular model wood screw per hardwood pin sufficient wood screws must accessible outside after model completed can loosen tighten remove attach wings another helpful hint notice cardboard tubes photograph located wing panel purpose tubes allow leadouts go through prevent binding line connectors secondary leadouts cardboard tubes made model rocket body tubes extremely continued page 71 26 Model Aviation way provide removable wings clumsy scale job trans portation nylon bolts ala RC tho introduces minor judging prob lems Second method shown isa built-in center section Detachable panels some natural scale separation point siiaes panel spar projections boxes built center section Stott uses primary secondary leadouts described text Both wing panels partially place Note dowels ala RC center section bellcrank two sets leadouts connect author uses rocket tubes prevent snagging rib THE ULTIMATE 3-LINE CONTROL SYSTEM. ALL NEW G-S HANDLE//SUPER STRONG & SMOOTH BELLCRANK ONE HAND OPERATESUPRAN LONOSPANUPROOT SHOD SPANNULO ED ONS SPANNOERIED SOON SPAN FULL THROTTLE RANGE LANDING FLAPS CARRIER HOOK WHEEL BRAKES RETRACT GEAR DROP BOMBS ETC ALL NEW G-S HANDLE 5995 GS HANDLE & BELLCRANKS PROVIDE ONE-THIRD MORE POWER THROTTLE CONTROL RANGE G-S HANDLE ONLY MATCHES THIS INCREASED ACTION G-S 3-LINE CRANKS$ 495 GS BELLCRANKS WONT DIND OR TILT FROM ALL THE STRESS AVERAGE MAN CAN HOLD WITH ONE ARM TNE C-S HANDLE ONLY CAN HANDLE THAT STRESS AND H THE ACTION THIS VARIETY OF BELLCRANKS WILL BE UTILIZED TO GREAT ADVANTAGE IN NEW G-S EXCLUSIVE ASSEMBLY MODELS SUPER HEAVYDUTY C-S SUPER TWO-LINE CRANKS FOR STUNT COMBAT NON-THROTTLE FLYING$100 2-LINE BELLCRANKS 0 LONG SPANSNORT SPAN _________________________ THE MODELER IS IN FOR REAL TREAT FILE- NAVY CARRIER eUNLIMITED RACERS HIGH PERFORMANCE SEMI-SCALE SPORT MODELS NEW ASSEMBLY MODELS BY THE DESIGNER WHO QUALITY. .VALUE. THESE ASSEMBLY MODELS INCLUDE NEW G-S 3-LINE BELLCRANK WITH LEAD-OUT CABLES AT TA C H ED L FINISHED FOR YOU CORSAIR F4U-5 WINGSPAN4052495 SCALE-LOOK WING DIHEDRAL MADE NAVY CARRIER COME ALIVE THESE ASSEMBLY MODELS BUILD SO FAST AND EASY ITS SHEER PLEASURE WITH ALL THOSE FINISHED PARTS OUR CLASS OF NEW PRODUCTS WILL STIMULATE MORE FLYING G UCTS CORP INTL ACTION WHILE PROVIDING GREATER SAFETY SUCCESS AND FUN BOX 488 LA GRANDE OREGON 97850 USA ORDER DIRECTIF NOT AVAILABLE AT YOUR DEALERS p CL Aerobatics/Paul continued page 27 span Plans available MAN no 66 $450 Oriental has around long time has used number people Texas also Kenny Stevens Lexington Ky got third 72 Nationals Junior good simple 35-size airplane straight leading edge 55-in wing about 550 sq Order plan no 46 MAN $225 United Bob Lampione Nationals winner 1969 very similar Continental Ares Cobra Steve Wooley Although Bob built version did fly competitively relatively uncomplicated ship build Plans available makes better Order Carstens no CF-259 $350 another 35-size plane very clean lines classic fuselage styling Still another competitive plane along lines Jim Lynchs Volunteer 40-size 53-in span plane good flier Order Carstens no 302 $350 best 46-sized planes recently competition Scorpio Bill Simons designed foam wing could constructed built-up wing has 60-in span about 700 sq has faired-in canopy just behind nose Large flaps elevators 16 rear moment help make sharp turner Plans available Carstens CF 363 $350 Unfortunately 46 size Genesis Bob Hunt maga zines yet great flyer has Flying Models 35 size available order ing Carstens plans no CF 322 $350 See last months Model viation picture airplane Another 46-size classic style stunter Jack Sheeks Bishop built did fly well foam 54 span wing Order Car stens no CF 344 $250 Jim Silhavy flew 46 powered Gypsy several years good plane has 650 sq 55 wing span fuselage has turtle deck behind canopy Roger Bar rett Nationals qualifier has plans ship Contact him 10821 Westonhill Dr San Diego Cal 92 126 Two soon released plan sets World Champion Gieseke Nobler Bart Klapinskis Tempest Most stunt flier familiar Bobs plane its about time plans available Barts plane fastest turning 35 ships around has 640 sq 54 span wing has double taper towards tips also has over-under leadouts number very good planes plans available included lot arethe Mustunt III Al Rabe makes excellent transition ship well full-bore competition plane Others available should Rabe Bearcat III Jerry Phelps 40-sized Patriot along lines FormulaS exactly twotime World Champ USA-I Bill Werwage 46-size Miss Dara Dennis Duvall 40size Miss Poppy Rich Leroy Jerry Pilgrims Sundance Bob Whitelys Miss Kell III Perhaps future some PAMPA member would undertake produce designs sale writer obviously has omitted number good planes basic requirements simplicity dependability availability address 1640 Maywick Dr Lexing ton Ky 40504 CL Scale/Stott continued page 26 strong yet very lightweight let primary leadouts stick out about 4 center sec tion wing connect secon dary leadouts wing panel connect two leadouts connection itself inside paper tubes stops catching ribs am using method new Ryan Im building World Championships feel will work Out just great would like thank people sent information new Ryan have made decision color scheme appreciate assistance anyone would like drop line about some new ideas techniques have using please Any information would like share always welcome maybe dont have information have question would happy help too will print question Ill try answer you have al ternative better solution question have already answered write Ill hap py pass along way should able have good flow ideas solutions can help everyone out Please write following address Mike F Stott 118 E Wheeler Ave North Mankato Minn 56001 February 1976 71 EXTREMELY REALISTIC SKYRAIDER AD-C WI TREMENDOUS STRS

Author: M. Stott


Edition: Model Aviation - 1976/02
Page Numbers: 26, 71

Control Line Scale Mike Stott WHO WOULD THINK scale modeler would have problems worries after has completed beautiful scale plane Well biggest worries transporting model along assorted flight gear luggage kids wife site contest fortunate enough own van better yet motor home problem somewhat less complex majority us along myself have contend getting everything need average sized car Sometimes just impossible fit scale model its entirety regular sized car logical solution find way remove wings Im offering some suggestions matter since run problem quite often hope can help Out common way detaching wing use nylon bolts hardwood dowel RC models advantages method simple easy modify scale models type application method has big disadvantages trying conceal wing fuselage joints along nylon bolt heads Ive found best way conceal bolt heads counter sink bolt heads bottom wing screw inspection panel over top opening furnish photograph section scale judges way know certain real inspection panel area Consequently judges should downgrade type concealment also applies other portions model leadout exit guides pushrod throttle link ages etc best ways hide joint across bottom wings join fuselage use colored plastic tape such Sigs Stripe-Rite Carl Goldbergs striping tape 3M colored adhesive tape plastic tapes come colors should able find match color need cant find correct color recommend using white tape carrying small bottle paint applying time assembling flight Also have found scale model white can use General Electric Silicone Bathtub Seal comes white clear sure use white apply joint smoothing cover Now works have scale model white paint will adhere silicone seal Although above methods work just great may come time either using nylon bolts wont work out right may just need scale-looking method detaching wings come point would suggest locating scale seam joint wings model use separa tion point would allow mount center section wing permanently fuselage would eliminate need camouflage wing joints fuselage big advantage models have bellcrank mounted wing fact have make kind pushrod connection disconnection assem bling bellerank will permanently mounted center section wing attached fuselage advantages method easily seen Transportation could done smaller space would large wing contend because wings would right lefthand panels looking photos accompany article note box type construction made 1/16 plywood mounted center section wing Now notice hardwood pins protrude out outer wing panel will slide 1/16 plywood box Align ment both pieces very critical along good fit pins box Ive found best method achieve proper alignment build wing piece put pins 1/16 plywood box glue box what will center section wing making sure will separate along scale seam joint Securely mount pin what will outer wing panel next step cut outer wing panel center section wing along proper scale position should able slide wing panels apart assure wings separate during flight good idea use wood screw hold hard wood pins 1/16 plywood box can done top bottom side ever convenient particular model wood screw per hardwood pin sufficient wood screws must accessible outside after model completed can loosen tighten remove attach wings another helpful hint notice cardboard tubes photograph located wing panel purpose tubes allow leadouts go through prevent binding line connectors secondary leadouts cardboard tubes made model rocket body tubes extremely continued page 71 26 Model Aviation way provide removable wings clumsy scale job trans portation nylon bolts ala RC tho introduces minor judging prob lems Second method shown isa built-in center section Detachable panels some natural scale separation point siiaes panel spar projections boxes built center section Stott uses primary secondary leadouts described text Both wing panels partially place Note dowels ala RC center section bellcrank two sets leadouts connect author uses rocket tubes prevent snagging rib THE ULTIMATE 3-LINE CONTROL SYSTEM. ALL NEW G-S HANDLE//SUPER STRONG & SMOOTH BELLCRANK ONE HAND OPERATESUPRAN LONOSPANUPROOT SHOD SPANNULO ED ONS SPANNOERIED SOON SPAN FULL THROTTLE RANGE LANDING FLAPS CARRIER HOOK WHEEL BRAKES RETRACT GEAR DROP BOMBS ETC ALL NEW G-S HANDLE 5995 GS HANDLE & BELLCRANKS PROVIDE ONE-THIRD MORE POWER THROTTLE CONTROL RANGE G-S HANDLE ONLY MATCHES THIS INCREASED ACTION G-S 3-LINE CRANKS$ 495 GS BELLCRANKS WONT DIND OR TILT FROM ALL THE STRESS AVERAGE MAN CAN HOLD WITH ONE ARM TNE C-S HANDLE ONLY CAN HANDLE THAT STRESS AND H THE ACTION THIS VARIETY OF BELLCRANKS WILL BE UTILIZED TO GREAT ADVANTAGE IN NEW G-S EXCLUSIVE ASSEMBLY MODELS SUPER HEAVYDUTY C-S SUPER TWO-LINE CRANKS FOR STUNT COMBAT NON-THROTTLE FLYING$100 2-LINE BELLCRANKS 0 LONG SPANSNORT SPAN _________________________ THE MODELER IS IN FOR REAL TREAT FILE- NAVY CARRIER eUNLIMITED RACERS HIGH PERFORMANCE SEMI-SCALE SPORT MODELS NEW ASSEMBLY MODELS BY THE DESIGNER WHO QUALITY. .VALUE. THESE ASSEMBLY MODELS INCLUDE NEW G-S 3-LINE BELLCRANK WITH LEAD-OUT CABLES AT TA C H ED L FINISHED FOR YOU CORSAIR F4U-5 WINGSPAN4052495 SCALE-LOOK WING DIHEDRAL MADE NAVY CARRIER COME ALIVE THESE ASSEMBLY MODELS BUILD SO FAST AND EASY ITS SHEER PLEASURE WITH ALL THOSE FINISHED PARTS OUR CLASS OF NEW PRODUCTS WILL STIMULATE MORE FLYING G UCTS CORP INTL ACTION WHILE PROVIDING GREATER SAFETY SUCCESS AND FUN BOX 488 LA GRANDE OREGON 97850 USA ORDER DIRECTIF NOT AVAILABLE AT YOUR DEALERS p CL Aerobatics/Paul continued page 27 span Plans available MAN no 66 $450 Oriental has around long time has used number people Texas also Kenny Stevens Lexington Ky got third 72 Nationals Junior good simple 35-size airplane straight leading edge 55-in wing about 550 sq Order plan no 46 MAN $225 United Bob Lampione Nationals winner 1969 very similar Continental Ares Cobra Steve Wooley Although Bob built version did fly competitively relatively uncomplicated ship build Plans available makes better Order Carstens no CF-259 $350 another 35-size plane very clean lines classic fuselage styling Still another competitive plane along lines Jim Lynchs Volunteer 40-size 53-in span plane good flier Order Carstens no 302 $350 best 46-sized planes recently competition Scorpio Bill Simons designed foam wing could constructed built-up wing has 60-in span about 700 sq has faired-in canopy just behind nose Large flaps elevators 16 rear moment help make sharp turner Plans available Carstens CF 363 $350 Unfortunately 46 size Genesis Bob Hunt maga zines yet great flyer has Flying Models 35 size available order ing Carstens plans no CF 322 $350 See last months Model viation picture airplane Another 46-size classic style stunter Jack Sheeks Bishop built did fly well foam 54 span wing Order Car stens no CF 344 $250 Jim Silhavy flew 46 powered Gypsy several years good plane has 650 sq 55 wing span fuselage has turtle deck behind canopy Roger Bar rett Nationals qualifier has plans ship Contact him 10821 Westonhill Dr San Diego Cal 92 126 Two soon released plan sets World Champion Gieseke Nobler Bart Klapinskis Tempest Most stunt flier familiar Bobs plane its about time plans available Barts plane fastest turning 35 ships around has 640 sq 54 span wing has double taper towards tips also has over-under leadouts number very good planes plans available included lot arethe Mustunt III Al Rabe makes excellent transition ship well full-bore competition plane Others available should Rabe Bearcat III Jerry Phelps 40-sized Patriot along lines FormulaS exactly twotime World Champ USA-I Bill Werwage 46-size Miss Dara Dennis Duvall 40size Miss Poppy Rich Leroy Jerry Pilgrims Sundance Bob Whitelys Miss Kell III Perhaps future some PAMPA member would undertake produce designs sale writer obviously has omitted number good planes basic requirements simplicity dependability availability address 1640 Maywick Dr Lexing ton Ky 40504 CL Scale/Stott continued page 26 strong yet very lightweight let primary leadouts stick out about 4 center sec tion wing connect secon dary leadouts wing panel connect two leadouts connection itself inside paper tubes stops catching ribs am using method new Ryan Im building World Championships feel will work Out just great would like thank people sent information new Ryan have made decision color scheme appreciate assistance anyone would like drop line about some new ideas techniques have using please Any information would like share always welcome maybe dont have information have question would happy help too will print question Ill try answer you have al ternative better solution question have already answered write Ill hap py pass along way should able have good flow ideas solutions can help everyone out Please write following address Mike F Stott 118 E Wheeler Ave North Mankato Minn 56001 February 1976 71 EXTREMELY REALISTIC SKYRAIDER AD-C WI TREMENDOUS STRS

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