Looking good Shug!

Can't wait to see it in the air

Hi Shug,

Like as has been stated in some other threads, no need to prime the open bays.  Use clear dope to seal it and save a good bit of weight.

BIG Bear
RNMM/AMM

Well.....I went and tore the silkspan off. Will use some Monocote on the wings. Needed to fix a rib anyway that I man-handled)))))

Poly-Span is much tougher than silk span and tightens with mild heat.  However I prefer Monocote on "just for fun" airplanes.  It is fast, light, and easy to repair.  Clear packing tape works great as a field repair. 

May try that polyspan someday. But will use monocote on the wings and paint the fuse.....strap on the electric motor and bits and get in the air)))))

Swap any two of the three motor leads to reverse the motor rotation.  The instructions sheet(s) should explain on how to match the speed controller to the  timer.  The speed controller is probably beeping because it is looking for a OFF single from the timer to arm itself.   A safety feature so the motor doesn't start to run before you are ready.  Most speed controllers can be tough what the timer calls an off signal.   If you have a good LHS that does electric RC they may can help get it set up.

Ps Your Monocote looks amazing!!    

Swap any two of the three motor leads to reverse the motor rotation.  The instructions sheet(s) should explain on how to match the speed controller to the  timer.  The speed controller is probably beeping because it is looking for a OFF single from the timer to arm itself.   A safety feature so the motor doesn't start to run before you are ready.  Most speed controllers can be tough what the timer calls an off signal.   If you have a good LHS that does electric RC they may can help get it set up.

Ps Your Monocote looks amazing!!    

It took me a bit but I got it all set and ready. Brodak sent me a new timer and now that I messed up everything....and then re-programmed it all I have a good feel on how the electric gear works.
Thanks on the finish.
Now...waiting for a less blowy day to go and fly. Stooge ready.

Yup,that is one sweet looking ship. What does it weigh with battery? To get acceptable performance on my Baby Flite Streak, I had to add working flaps.

I have not weighed but I shall. Flaps! Bet that does really get 'er looping. I really built this to just get back on the circle and fly near the house.
Did you add flaps after the build or during.

Yup,that is one sweet looking ship. What does it weigh with battery? To get acceptable performance on my Baby Flite Streak, I had to add working flaps.

It weighs 7 ounces without battery and 8.5 with battery. Loving the flap idea!

After. I ran a link from the center of the elevator pushrod forward to the flap horn. An easy retrofit technique!

Wow...that is terrific.....thanks for the picture. What did you use for the hinging if I may inquire?

The hinges are Spectra fishing line, but any thread will actually do. Just never use monofilament line, it is too springy.

Thank you. I am going to fly it first without flaps then maybe add them after. Been so long that I need to see how I do. Waiting for the weather to co-operate here.

After. I ran a link from the center of the elevator pushrod forward to the flap horn. An easy retrofit technique!

Hey there Larry....did you sew those through the wood? I have my Baby Streak torn apart nor to do the flap job. Flew today for the first time in eons. It was mighty windy. Not sure if flaps would of helped me but I like to think they would.
Man it was fun.
Thank you.