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  1. Wacobipe

    Scale 26% Pitts M12

    Control System Setup... 15808=10788-Elevator Control Rods (2).jpg 15808=10789-Elevator Control Rods (1).jpg 15808=10790-Elevator-Rudder Servos.jpg 15808=10791-Rudder Pull-Pull (1).jpg 15808=10792-Rudder Pull-Pull (2).jpg 15808=10793-Tail Group Control Horns.jpg 15808=10794-Top...
  2. Wacobipe

    Scale 26% Pitts M12

    Some details of the Cabanes... 15807=10783-Cabane (1).jpg 15807=10784-Cabane (2).jpg 15807=10785-Cabane (3).jpg 15807=10786-Cabane (4).jpg 15807=10787-Cabane (5).jpg
  3. Wacobipe

    Scale 26% Pitts M12

    Some finishing details...engine and fuel system. 15805=10779-Engine mounted.jpg 15805=10780-DA Fuel and Smoke Dots.jpg 15805=10781-Fuel-smoke tanks.jpg 15805=10782-Ingition mounted.jpg
  4. Wacobipe

    Lucky to have Sleepy!!

    +1000
  5. Wacobipe

    Scale 50% Dalotel 165

    Every post I see on this build just blows my mind. You take modelling to an entirely new level...and I Love it all!
  6. Wacobipe

    So this is where the cool kids hang out…

    Definitely where the cool kids hang out! Welcome to the fun.
  7. Wacobipe

    New Trailer

    You could use white melamine...like MDF particleboard with a really slick, white coating on one side (cheap shelving for closets is made of this). It would be easy to clean/care for and be pretty durable. Alternatively, you. Old fill holes in what you have and paint it with an exterior grade...
  8. Wacobipe

    Scale 26% Pitts M12

    Oh...almost forgot to say (Spoiler Alert! This is a comment on how the plane flies...but of course as far as this thread is concerned it isn't even finished yet :tongue-new:) The Pitts has about 10 flights on t now and now that I've worked all the bugs out of the pilot,and got some nose...
  9. Wacobipe

    Scale 26% Pitts M12

    I am runnng a Mejzlik 22 x 12 3- blade carbon fiber prop on it (DA 60). Before this weekend I was considering trying a different prop as the setup just didn't seem to have the pull I was expecting...but this weekend totally changed my mind. The plane and new engine has about 10 flights on it...
  10. Wacobipe

    IMAC Delro Raven 3.1M build

    No...it won't fit in my trailer. My next project is either a1/4 scale Gee Bee Model Y (90" wingspan) and/or the 2.5m Delro Raven. I have everything to start the GeeBee but I'd also like to replace my Aeroworks Extra with something more capable in the IMAC arena.
  11. Wacobipe

    IMAC Delro Raven 3.1M build

    :nodding-yes-by-a-ve We Are!
  12. Wacobipe

    Share your Trailer Ideas Here

    Here is how I am securing the planes right now. I had been using Gear Ties (the orange rubber coated wire ties) and that worked quite well. The I found these Husky Velcro things sold at Home Depot to hang hoses, cords, and misc gear that looked like a good option. They are rated for very high...
  13. Wacobipe

    Share your Trailer Ideas Here

    Finally able to get a few pictures of the inside. The trailer is still very much a work in progress but it works and is better than stuffing everything in my car. I chose L-track for the tie down system...it is expensive but works better for my needs and also the vertical mounted rails can be...
  14. Wacobipe

    Smaller trailers for 40% + sized Giants!

    Here's a few pictures of the inside. I chose L-Track as the tie down system in the trailer...it is still very much a work in progress but it get my gear to the field and back and I don't have to unload when I get home after a long day at the field! 12428=5569-image.jpeg]...
  15. Wacobipe

    JTEC/ radiowave owners group

    Here's mine...26% Truworthy Pitts M12 12036=5259-IMG_0837.jpg 12036=5260-IMG_0838.jpg 12036=5261-IMG_0839.jpg 12036=5262-IMG_0840.jpg 12036=5263-IMG_0846.jpg 12036=5264-IMG_0849.jpg
  16. Wacobipe

    Scale 26% Pitts M12

    And Landing Gear Details... 12023=5246-IMG_0646.jpg 12023=5247-IMG_0647.jpg 12023=5248-IMG_0649.jpg 12023=5249-IMG_0651.jpg 12023=5250-IMG_0653.jpg
  17. Wacobipe

    Scale 26% Pitts M12

    Some quick pictures of the build-up of the canopy hatch. 12012=5239-Canopy Structure (Hysol reinforcement beads).jpg 12012=5240-Canopy Structure (removed for first time-stuck to wax paper).jpg 12012=5241-Canopy Structure (spacer for covering).jpg 12012=5242-Canopy Structure (squaring...
  18. Wacobipe

    Scale 50% Dalotel 165

    Completely awesome work!
  19. Wacobipe

    Smaller trailers for 40% + sized Giants!

    Oh yeah, BMW gets 23 MPG around town, 28 Hwy. with trailer I get 20 around town, 18Hwy.
  20. Wacobipe

    Smaller trailers for 40% + sized Giants!

    Here's a couple quick pics of mine...it it a 5 X 10 V-nose with 5' interior height. Pulls great behind my BMW 135... Barely know it's back there. I'll upload more inside photos once I get home. 11603=4796-image.jpg 11603=4797-image.jpg
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