This is a proto type of an up coming kit.  I really want to know what you think would improve it.  I used scale drawings and tried to keep it close.  So tell me?

Paint?

Seriously -- I think you've done a good job.  I have objections, but they're all nitpicky things that would make it too complex to build or expensive to produce (like, I really think that one defining feature of the I-16 is the way the cowl tapers back from that flat face -- but how in heck do you vacu-form that without an expensive multi-part form?)

I'd love to see an itty bitty precision scale model of that plane, but you're not in the job of producing $200 kits of planes that take little Cox motors, you're in the business of making cost-effective planes that fly on little Cox motors.  Given those constraints, I think you've done a great job of capturing the essence of the thing.

Larry,
It looks great for what it is. Some guys just get real with what they want in a model. Build their own and market it. The cowl is miles away from the trash old company used. Good luck with new ships. 
Tucon Dan

I think that I will cut the headrest down a bit and finish it up, then I can see what the bosses think. I do like dihedral in the models but it is too costly for this kit as the projected price is at $35.00 now.  It cost a lot to make a kit these days.

Thanks for your input
Larry

No, I wish that I could.  Next year I will be getting our own vaccum former but for now ...
I broutht the headrest down to the scale size. The first one matched the windshield but since only the windshield will be in the kit it did not matter.
Larry

Could we see the motor mount please ?

Okay, the plane is on the drying rack so I got a picture but you can't see the hole as it is in to much Shadow.
Larry

HI Larry,

I say, GO FOR IT!  That is pretty darn scale, especially for sport flying.  The builder can add this and that if they really want to, and as is, it looks pretty darn good.

I can see the hole for the air intake, no problem.  How will the Landing Gear mount?

Let me know when it goes to market, I will get one.  If fact I will pre order one!

Thanks!
Bill

Bill,

     The model is in production now.  I am making up a kit right now to send to a writer for "Skyways Magazine" to review it.  The landing gear is trapped behind the engine against the bulkhead.  The fuselage (1- 1/2" x 1- 3/4" x 7") is hollowed from the bulkhead to the trailing edge of the wing (1" x 1" x 4").  The wing is made from 1/4" x 3" x 16" tapered medium balsa with a 3/32" x 1" x 4" trailing edge.  It is real simple to build and a lot of fun to fly.
     I am expecting a large order from our distributor in Estonia for sales in Russia and Ukraine.  They are just starting to do U-control and finding out about Cox engines.

Larry

Hi Larry,

Like I said I WILL get one!   Just announce it when they are up for sale.

AS soon as I can get to where I can leave the wife alone for a bit, I will have some pictures for you of the ME-262.  Not much added, just a basic "box stock" build, and the wood was very, very nice!  It should really surprise anyone with a good engine up front.  I have a "semi" Hi performance Cox I made up from new parts.  Not a "Venom" but it will be stronger than a Babe Bee, and possibly even a good Black Widow.  Plus I can put a "stunt tank" on it to get a bit more fuel on board.  I got it ready for paint just before her surgery.  Friday is the next office visit for her, and we will know more then!  (She hasn't been out of the house but once since Jan.11th!)

Thank you
Bill

     My wife and best friend is recovering from breast cancer, another year of treatment to go, I think that she has it beat.  
     Reports back from the field say that the 262 is a great flier and I am sure that you will enjoy it.
     The Russian I-16 sells for $35.00 due to the vacuum formed canopy and cowling.

Larry