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  1. AKNick

    Scale Nelitz 1/3 scale Cub build

    I probably would have stuck it next to the aft seat dummy throttle behind the upholstery.
  2. AKNick

    Scale 112” - Taylorcraft by HeyLuc & Snoopy.

    You're just looking for 0.30" PETG Sheet 11x24 ? https://www.eplastics.com/sheets/petg-vivak/PETGCLR0-030FM48X96 https://www.mcmaster.com/products/petg/color~clear/thickness~0-03/ Another option would be to 3D Print in Transparent Filament... CAD Nightmare but plausible.
  3. AKNick

    The 'What did you do in your workshop tonight?' thread

    Finally, after spending several weeks gathering and sifting through all the videos and data of troubleshooting random blue bird 51/52 series servo twitching caused by GP Ignitions... my video is live. Consulting with Joe Lewis at Aviator Plus and Corresponding with Blue Bird Mfgr in Taiwan...
  4. AKNick

    Scale RCM 1/3 Scale Champ Build

    What brand IBEC failed for you? I have yet to have a problem with the TechAero UIBEC. I'm still a big fan of the AR Multiswitch with a magnetic switch. I've never used the zepus or park switch though.
  5. AKNick

    The 'What did you do in your workshop tonight?' thread

    All day long with one pass using a 40W module 85% power @16mm/s. This one can fit a 20”x24” sheet inside it… but usable is about 10x19. I’ve cut basswood ply and birch ply 3mm. Theres videos of guys cutting a 2x4 with it…… Last few years diode lasers have become very powerful. Now it’s all about...
  6. AKNick

    The 'What did you do in your workshop tonight?' thread

    Been a while! Life is sure busy with a 1.5 & 4.5 year old kids! Lots happening. Building a power tool bench to get the “hurt you fast if daddy forgets to unplug it stuff” I just finished a third coat of Shellac. Then some gray paint, followed by wheels. My 104NG is getting there. Need to...
  7. AKNick

    Scale 112” - Taylorcraft by HeyLuc & Snoopy.

    Boy do I love visual progress like this! You'd save another 4lbs if you didn't use the cannisters. That would be easy to omit last minute though. I've always enjoyed seeing your wood working skills, whenever I imagine a beautiful wood joint - it looks like your work in my head . . . not how I...
  8. AKNick

    110" TIMBER Assembly Thread

    Very well done John! I would have been overwhelmed with the amount of repair work you had to go through!
  9. AKNick

    Scale 112” - Taylorcraft by HeyLuc & Snoopy.

    Jeepers! I think my 110" Timber was about 20#, The only thing that looked a bit beefy was maybe the ply thickness, extra wing ribs, and maybe the lightening holes could be a tad bigger. . . just thoughts. 40#'s seems pretty high, but I'm sure the T cart will handle higher wing loading. I'd...
  10. AKNick

    110" TIMBER Assembly Thread

    Woah guys! Good work! You're giving me inspiration to fix mine. I've been quite busy with life lately. . . Currently trying to organize my shop. . . my kiddos like to play in the garage so I got a couple more tool boxes to put all the danger items tucked away, glider wing racks up high as well...
  11. AKNick

    Scale Wendell Hostetler 30% Piper Cherokee Glass Fuselage Build.

    Can you explain the use of non-hardening clay verses just using a plaster/epoxy/or hardening molding clay instead? Just about every time I read your posts I continue to learn something new. I love your builds!
  12. AKNick

    Scale Nelitz 1/3 scale Cub build

    M1 nuts are so cute you should name them
  13. AKNick

    Airplane Design Fusion 360

    I'm going to start digging into your methods for designing a plane. Been thinking of making some small plank gliders to start. I ordered up a 40w laser to help cultivate the passion for creating. Thanks again for sharing!
  14. AKNick

    The 'What did you do in your workshop tonight?' thread

    Now THAT is a smoker! custom from the looks of it!
  15. AKNick

    Scale Wendell Hostetler 30% Piper Cherokee Glass Fuselage Build.

    I always wondered why all the ARF manufactures do not use strategic kevlar on wheel pant layups. Good on you for thinking the way you do!
  16. AKNick

    The 'What did you do in your workshop tonight?' thread

    My smoker died, so I just seasoned a new one... what to smoke now?? :yesss: BTW we had gusts up to 60 the other day while in the 20's and now it's calm and about 15F
  17. AKNick

    Scale 112” - Taylorcraft by HeyLuc & Snoopy.

    Good luck with the procedure!
  18. AKNick

    Scale 112” - Taylorcraft by HeyLuc & Snoopy.

    Looking GREAT!
  19. AKNick

    For Sale Wing Bag Sale

    I really like my 110" Timber wing bags, I need to order some custom ones for my MMW Beaver.
  20. AKNick

    Hello Giantscale,

    Welcome to GSN! We have the same insight, here's my channel! https://www.youtube.com/@aknickrc
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