Charles, I am enjoying the heck out of this build thread. Stay focused and finish the project.
Milton,
What a surprise! Thanks for the reply and the complement.
It's been a long haul.
I've had a great deal of fun designing the model in my drawing program and sending off the vector file for laser cutting.
I made a few mistakes with the choice of wood thickness, so I've learned a great deal from putting this model together.
The modified Sig Banshee wing wasn't all that bad a choice, especially that I cap striped it which increased the airfoil thickness by .1875". Could have had less LE sheeting and used 1/16 instead of 3/32. Oh well.
The model is and was overbuilt.
The conversion to "E," IC to electric, really helped me learn about the construction of "E" powered models.
Similar in many ways and different in others. Possibly for better or worst, there could be conversations about both. Even arguements.
I can tell you this, it's been a great deal of fun seeing the model develop into what it is now. I'm really happy with the "ARGO."
Cobra powered, 2820/14, and a Hyperon 4S 2500mAh battery pack. I don't have the ca$h at the moment to purchased other needed on board gear. Soon.
I did vacuum the model today and sanded down a bit of putty which I had in some needed areas.
Might be a bit on the heavy side for it's size, but it has plenty of room for motor or battery changes.
Here are the updated photos.
Thanks again for the reply and your interest.
Prtobably should add this link. The build from IC to E.
http://stunthanger.com/smf/index.php/topic,34230.0.html