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  1. fencelake

    Scale Balsa USA 1/3 Scale Super Cub Kit " NIB "

    The trick with L-21 windows are that the fuselage retains it shape, but there's some exposed tubing and obviously more glass. On the BUSA model, former F4 which is normally covered up will be exposed. I decided to cut F4 in half and then tack it back together with a scrap piece so that I can...
  2. fencelake

    Scale Balsa USA 1/3 Scale Super Cub Kit " NIB "

    So, onto the first step in planning for the L-21 windows. The first thing I did was put some tracing paper over the plans and do a little sketching. I did this for the windows, and I also sketched out my locations for my wing tubes. I'm going to use a 7/8" carbon fiber tube that's goes almost...
  3. fencelake

    Scale Balsa USA 1/3 Scale Super Cub Kit " NIB "

    It's been a busy day! I'm committed to the L-21 windows on the fuse, and I went ahead and started framing up the fuselage. I started by laminating the firewall and Former F2. I'm using an assortment of glues... I don't really know why, but for lamination of the firewall I used Gorilla Wood...
  4. fencelake

    Scale Balsa USA 1/3 Scale Super Cub Kit " NIB "

    I'll take a look at the struts. I've read that on a couple of threads. I'm putting wing tubes in and have finally found the proper cardboard tubes that will fit the carbon fiber wing tubes. I started on the fuse first because I was trying to figure that out. On the fuselage I'm planning on...
  5. fencelake

    3D Performance Aircraft Unlimited 300SP

    I really like that spinner. I may have to go black on mine. Plane looks great!!
  6. fencelake

    Scale Balsa USA 1/3 Scale Super Cub Kit " NIB "

    By the way, my plan is to copy a real bush plane, and my first choice until last night was the first image here, the blue plane. But then I found pictures of the white and green one. I think I may try to build the modified L-21 windows. I know I'm going to have to reinforce the cabin top...
  7. fencelake

    Scale Balsa USA 1/3 Scale Super Cub Kit " NIB "

    I built the second fuselage half right on top of the first, as instructed, and it worked out perfectly! I'm using really thin painter's plastic to cover the plans, and also the first fuselage half and it works great! I'll post pictures of the brand and type tonight. Here are some photos of...
  8. fencelake

    Scale Balsa USA 1/3 Scale Super Cub Kit " NIB "

    So here's what's been going on. Last night I got home and started working on the other fuselage half only to discover there wasn't a 2nd 36" piece of 3/8" square spruce for the upper longeron. BUMMER! So after calling all the hobby stores (3) of course no one had it, which by the way if...
  9. fencelake

    Scale Balsa USA 1/3 Scale Super Cub Kit " NIB "

    Sounds awesome! Cubs are just pure fun!
  10. fencelake

    3D Splitting Cowls made easy

    Do you have to use West Systems type products, or can I use a 30 min finishing epoxy to wet my fiberglass? Is there a difference?
  11. fencelake

    3D Splitting Cowls made easy

    Nice! Buttered Pam it is!
  12. fencelake

    3D Splitting Cowls made easy

    Awesome! I'm right behind you this weekend probably!
  13. fencelake

    Scale Balsa USA 1/3 Scale Super Cub Kit " NIB "

    Thanks!! It is a pretty cool endeavor, I have to say! I'm excited.
  14. fencelake

    Scale Balsa USA 1/3 Scale Super Cub Kit " NIB "

    One thing I'm doing is I have a "scrap box" under my table. Every scrap will go in there for cleanliness, and also if I need some during the build.
  15. fencelake

    Scale Balsa USA 1/3 Scale Super Cub Kit " NIB "

    Laying out the plan and plastic takes a little bit of time. The plans are HUGE! I thought I would be tricky and use the smaller of the fuselage plans, but after getting it set up I realized the other one had all the notes on it, so... I had to switch them out. AND Finally! Laying down some wood!
  16. fencelake

    Scale Balsa USA 1/3 Scale Super Cub Kit " NIB "

    I decided to start a little out of order. I plan on putting a wing tube, or wing tubes into the plane, but I haven't decided exactly size, etc. I'd like to order a carbon fiber wing tube 1-1/2" or really 2 1" tubes, because they'll be hidden better. Ziroli sells some aluminum ones with the...
  17. fencelake

    Scale Balsa USA 1/3 Scale Super Cub Kit " NIB "

    I admit, the sheer volume of wood and hardware is a little bit daunting, but I decided to dip my toe in and laminate the wingtips first.
  18. fencelake

    Scale Balsa USA 1/3 Scale Super Cub Kit " NIB "

    The first order of business this past weekend was to unpack everything, study, study, study, the plans, the book, other build threads... This is an easy kit, but you have to pay attention to details for sure. Some are on the plans, and some are in the book, and some aren't anywhere and...
  19. fencelake

    Scale Balsa USA 1/3 Scale Super Cub Kit " NIB "

    Alright! Alright! Alright! Because I don't have enough to do, getting my new PAU 35% IMAC plane in the air by the beginning of Feb., work, etc. I decided I needed to also turn a giant box of wood into a Super Cub! So... Here we go! PREFACE: I love my aerobatic planes, I love IMAC, but I...
  20. fencelake

    3D Performance Aircraft Unlimited 300SP

    I've been thinking about using the same sort of set up for my ailerons on my PAU. When you plug those multiplex plugs in do they lock in place so they won't unplug during flight? I need to figure out where to buy those. I've only seen the green ones.
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