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  1. AKfreak

    My New 3D Extra 300 Prototype For Fly-Model

    Yeah, we will build 2-3 prototypes, then we will fly them to see how the plane handles based on our vsion. If the plane isn't perfect, we will keep making changes until it is. It cant wing rock, it must not drop a wing and stall unpredictably. it must not couple in Knife edge. It much roll in a...
  2. AKfreak

    Twisted Hobbys Crack Laser, with a few new build tips

    I run the Scorpion S2503-1960kv o 2S 350mah packs
  3. AKfreak

    My New 3D Extra 300 Prototype For Fly-Model

    It's a 35cc that will run a 40cc no problem. Notice the tail length? This will cause the plane to roll more axial. Notice how I stretched the nose so the motor weight will help to balance the long tail. When you see the vertical, you'll see I made it tall. The plane has a ton of features...
  4. AKfreak

    My New 3D Extra 300 Prototype For Fly-Model

    This will give you an idea of what it will look like from the top.
  5. AKfreak

    My New 3D Extra 300 Prototype For Fly-Model

    I will be the first to say that this process has been ultra slow. However I am beginning to see some light at the end of the tunnel. This morning at 6:35am (PST) I got information that my last and final drawing has been completed, reviewed and is now ready for build. The wing span is. 77" and...
  6. AKfreak

    The 3DRCForums -Discuss Anything Thread-

    I just love them, no doubt. Free Shipping for orders over $40 and they ship Priority mail. That is the best I know of in the Lipo business.
  7. AKfreak

    The 3DRCForums -Discuss Anything Thread-

    Here is the finished Banner for this forum Edit: :) I can do an animated banner ad, but I can figure out how to remove an attachment that doesn't work. The attachments say .gif is ok, but an animated .gif does not function as an attachment, it shows as a black box, and uploaded as a .jpeg...
  8. AKfreak

    The 3DRCForums -Discuss Anything Thread-

    Hey guys check this out. As you know I am a huge fan of China Hobby Line lipos. Look here at Actual CNHL logo on their exciting website http://www.chinahobbyline.com/ I am playing with a new version of a logo for them, and also adding a little differnt animation. Please note the text below my...
  9. AKfreak

    30% Pilot Carbon EDGE Build & Discussion

    Thanks, I knew those had to be machine parts. Cutting those by hand would be a helluva task. I suppose one could use a template and router but again it would be a night mare.
  10. AKfreak

    30% Pilot Carbon EDGE Build & Discussion

    Brian will test that plane in a respectful way. He is an incredible pilot.
  11. AKfreak

    Twisted Hobbys / RC Factory's Brand New 36" EPP FLASH NG, "Official Build Thread"

    Installing The Landing Gear Install Installing the landing gear is a little tricky if you didn't mark the main mounting holes with the landing gear base plate at the beginning of the build. Also many of the instructions you will find from Twisted Hobbys and RC factory are all in Metric. I have...
  12. AKfreak

    Twisted Hobbys / RC Factory's Brand New 36" EPP FLASH NG, "Official Build Thread"

    Servo Horn Centering & Control Rod Pieces Explained http://youtu.be/D95awUO7Pms When working with carbon fiber, you will need come sort of cutters (I use wire cutters). Also you will also have to sand the tips after cutting because the ends can become frayed a little, and also it makes for...
  13. AKfreak

    Twisted Hobbys / RC Factory's Brand New 36" EPP FLASH NG, "Official Build Thread"

    Canopy Install Now its' time to prepare the top section of the vertical fuselage for install. In order to do this, we need to install the canopy section. The Canopy is black, and has some notches cut out that are used to mount a cantilever wing. Mount the notches towards the rear, and use the...
  14. AKfreak

    Twisted Hobbys / RC Factory's Brand New 36" EPP FLASH NG, "Official Build Thread"

    Landing Gear Reinforcement Plate Install Plus Tip To Set Up The Landing Gear Now it's time to install the little fiberglass plate that serves as a platform to mount the carbon fiber landing gear. This plate needs to be installed with the holes facing towards the tail of the plane. Also the...
  15. AKfreak

    Twisted Hobbys / RC Factory's Brand New 36" EPP FLASH NG, "Official Build Thread"

    Twisted Hobbys / RC Factory's Brand New 36" EPP FLASH NG, "Official Build Thread" This is the, "Official Build Thread" or the Twisted Hobbys / RC Factory's Brand New 36" EPP FLASH NG. All I can say is that I super excited to share this build with you folks, but before I start the build, I want...
  16. AKfreak

    30% Pilot Carbon EDGE Build & Discussion

    How did you cut that part with the radius fin cut outs. Amazing skills.
  17. AKfreak

    The 3DRCForums -Discuss Anything Thread-

    The air races here in Reno were awesome, I have lots of incredible pics to edit when I get home. I ran in to Mark Leesberg at the new Extra 300 , what an incredible plane that is. I also did a shoot on the new MSX-R. Nigel Lamb is the pilot, and this plane is 100% carbon fiber. It has these...
  18. AKfreak

    The 3DRCForums -Discuss Anything Thread-

    Oh , I was looking at the pawnshop logo. I didn't see that logo from my cell. Anyways their an open minded bunch here. I am sure you won't get too much grief here.
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