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Title: The MoBest Build Thread
Post by: Mike Griffin on July 04, 2016, 05:07:12 PM: I put out the MoBest kit some time ago and never got the chance to build mine. I have slowed way down on my building but thought I would post pictures as I build my own. Starting with the fuselage. Bear with me since I am taking my time. I have the plan covered with parchment paper.

Mike
Title: Re: The MoBest Build Thread
Post by: john e. holliday on July 05, 2016, 09:26:34 AM: Well Mike I knew it wouldn't last, so keep us posted. H^^
Title: Re: The MoBest Build Thread
Post by: Mike Griffin on July 05, 2016, 12:01:13 PM: Framing up the profile fuselage.
Title: Re: The MoBest Build Thread
Post by: Russell Shaffer on July 05, 2016, 05:03:06 PM: So, how is parchment paper compared to wax paper? I have wondered about that.
Title: Re: The MoBest Build Thread
Post by: Mike Griffin on July 05, 2016, 06:07:35 PM: Russell I think Parchment works much better. Glue will not stick to it.

mike
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Post by: Target on July 05, 2016, 07:32:03 PM: Subscribled.
Title: Re: The MoBest Build Thread
Post by: john e. holliday on July 06, 2016, 10:04:31 AM: Parchment paper does not have wax on it. Does not leave any residue and even CA will not stick to it.
Title: Re: The MoBest Build Thread
Post by: Mike Griffin on July 06, 2016, 10:09:39 AM: These pictures show the tail wheel wire epoxied in the tail wheel block and the 1/4" dowell pin piece in place to hold the small wood screws that will hold down the tail weight hatch cover.
Title: Re: The MoBest Build Thread
Post by: David Hoover on July 06, 2016, 01:39:10 PM: Nice!!!
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Post by: Mike Griffin on July 07, 2016, 08:26:37 AM: Just about finished building the fuselage. Need to glue on the inboard tripler and sand everything. Notice the fuel tank shims. The fuel tank will actually be secured on the back side with RTV Silicone.

Mike
Title: Re: The MoBest Build Thread
Post by: Mike Griffin on July 07, 2016, 10:59:25 AM: Quote from: Ty Marcucci on July 07, 2016, 10:18:25 AM
Got any kits left over of this jewel??? If so, I want one. D>K

Yes I do Ty, I will have ERic Rule cut you a fresh one and ship it direct to you. I will send you a PM with all the details.

Mike
Title: Re: The MoBest Build Thread
Post by: EddyR on July 07, 2016, 01:54:29 PM: Mike have you ever used a tank with the venting going to the outside of the circle. It might work but it might force the fuel out the vents. ~^
Ed
Title: Re: The MoBest Build Thread
Post by: Mike Griffin on July 07, 2016, 04:46:45 PM: Hi Eddy

Yes I have and have not experienced any problems to date.

Mike
Title: Re: The MoBest Build Thread
Post by: Target on July 07, 2016, 06:50:51 PM: Quote from: EddyR on July 07, 2016, 01:54:29 PM
Mike have you ever used a tank with the venting going to the outside of the circle. It might work but it might force the fuel out the vents. ~^
Ed
I really don't know anything about anything, but I would guess that where the tube terminated inside the take would be much more important?
Title: Re: The MoBest Build Thread
Post by: Target on July 07, 2016, 06:51:10 PM: Ooops.
Title: Re: The MoBest Build Thread
Post by: Mike Griffin on July 12, 2016, 05:44:59 PM: Now I have to fill in a few places with a little SuperFil and then dope on some carbon fiber veil. The inboard tripler is on.
Title: Re: The MoBest Build Thread
Post by: Mike Griffin on July 15, 2016, 02:14:56 PM: This shows carbon fiber veil doped on. Process - Sand balsa with 320. Apply two coats Nitrate dope thinned 30%. Sand lightly with 600 grit sandpaper. Dope down the CF Veil with the same mixture and applytwocoats of this dope.
Sand lightly again with 600 grit.

Pour some full strength nitrate dope in a container and add as much talcum that will stay suspended in the dope, shake well and let settle for 10 minutes. Then I brush this on and let dry over night. I put a heavy coat of this slurry on.

When this dries for a day, i start sanding with 400 grit and then finish with 600 grit.

I I vacuum off the piece and clean with Windex and a rag. Now you can use whatever color you choose.
Title: Re: The MoBest Build Thread
Post by: Mike Griffin on July 15, 2016, 03:48:54 PM: This shows the coating of the dope and talcum powder drying. I will let this dry overnight and then sand smooth .

Mike