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Electric Stunt => Gettin all AMP'ed up! => Topic started by: MarcusCordeiro on December 24, 2014, 11:16:30 AM
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As this will be my first eletric ship, thought I could join you guys here.... About time...
Maybe I should add a plywood gusset to the mount/fuselage joint??
Marcus
P.S. Thanks Bob!!!
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Looking forward to watching you build the e-Stiletto. I plan to build the full body .35 version in electric once I get the Cardinal off the workbench.
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Hi Marcus,
I use very little hard and lite plywood on my E models.The weight adds up quick and the electric motor is'nt trying to vibrate the ship apart while it's running.If I use ply doublers I use 1/64th.Carbon fiber and glass is my preffered material for reinforcement.Trax
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LOTS of power !
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Wing finished....
Happy New Year!!!!
Marcus
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Marcus, aren't you supposed to be out flying instead of building? The build looks great as usual.
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Great looking wing, Marcus! Is this the 660 version or the .35 size?
My son wants to build the ".35 size" but it will probably be IC powered. We have a M+P kit courtesy of Ty Marcucci.
Good luck with building and flying!
BIG Bear
RNMM/AMM
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John
The field is closed due to the storms that have hit São Paulo... :(
It's the 660.... Thanks Bill!
I'll have more soon.. The stab/elev is ready for covering and the wing needs just some fine sanding.
Marcus
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Now I have to build the battery tray and finish the nose/mount...
Everything fits great!!!
I am really looking forward to flying this "legend"....
Marcus
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Well I hope the storms subside. The build is looking great. Would you believe it was 60+F degrees here in January in Kansas. Got out and tried to start the engine on the Canard. Had to remove it from the airplane and get it loosened up. Started second flip of prop and held needle setting until that last drop of fuel. Didn't even warn me it was running out of fuel. Then I start getting calls from grand kids needing rides. Finally made it to the circle that someone thinks is a dune buggy area. Did not fly as when I tried to open the door the wind kept blowing it shut. So I just came home and the wife took me to see the Hobbit- War of Five Armies. I even managed to stay awake.
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Yesterday I was at my friend Rogerio Fiorotti's shop.
We did some trick stuff there so I can go on and complete this build.
And as we had a bet on a soccer game, I also enjoyed a six-pack on him...
One couldn't ask for a better evening, can they???
Looking forward to doing business again Rogério, anytime...
Marcus
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So, nose basically finished...
Hey Bob, thanks for the guidelines...
Marcus
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Wing in...
Marcus
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Does it look like one Stilleto????
I love this ship....
Marcus
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Looks very nice Marcus!
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Bad Ass been busy.
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Looks like canopy detail will be tough! ;)
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What canopy???
Marcus
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Great build Marcus. I see you are using the E Flite 32. What is the expected finished weight of the plane?
I am going to build the full body .35 original version of the Stiletto and everyone says use the .15 E Flite.
George
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I am going to have a weight estimate later on...
The deal with the 32 is that i already had it... i think this could go with The EFlite 25, so if the 32 is too much, i'll just switch to the other motor...
It is so exciting, i have no idea where this is going... LOL...I've been watching Windy's vídeos too much I guess...
Marcus
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I've been able to finally weight the ship.
What you see: 29oz...
Maybe 55oz final weight??
There's a little warp on the stab.. Will work on it.
Marcus
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Good News...
I've had the opportunity to get a complete system by Igor Burger for this ship...
So, Igor, I am going to be bothering you a lot.... LOL...
Marcus
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I am going to have a weight estimate later on...
The deal with the 32 is that i already had it... i think this could go with The EFlite 25, so if the 32 is too much, i'll just switch to the other motor...
It is so exciting, i have no idea where this is going... LOL...I've been watching Windy's vídeos too much I guess...
Marcus
Awesome build!
From what I can tell, the Eflite Power 25 is only 10g lighter than the Power 32. Will you be using a 4S pack or 5S? Seems like sometimes the slightly heavier motors are more efficient, so more economical on amps, depending on what prop is being swung.
Is this the Stiletto with 660 sq inch wing?
I have the plans for the 660 (full body) and would love to build an electric version, after doing some ARF's and kits. Its a sexy looking plane, indeed!
Hurry and build some more so I can see pics, would you please? LOL.
Looks great!
Regards,
Chris
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Good weight Marcus!
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nice nice nice!
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Thanks guys..
The thing is that I've moved andhaven't gotten the new shop working yet...
It'll take a few more days....
Igor's package includes a 6s baterry.. I still have to check with him if I need to change anything..
Remember, Marcus is naive about eletrics, so evry word of advice is welcomed...
Oh, 2 weeks with no flying at all... I'm gonna lose it...LOL
Marcus
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What canopy???
Marcus
Hence my question...I should have posted a wink ;) It looks awesome!
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Here's the progress... I got a little sidetracked, but now I hope to finish this soon...
I've changed the set up:
EFlite 32
Castle 75 ESC
5S battery
Timer by my friend Fioroti
Igor's prop
The sanding is basically finished, and Carbon Veil is the next... Wing/stab/elev will be monokoted...
I have the feeling that I don't know what I am doing... LL~ LL~...
Marcus
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Getting there!
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Looking good. Now only two weeks with out flying! Try over a month for the old DOC, if it isn't windy, rainy it is my back. I can tolerate the knees now, but the back went out on me. A lot better now.
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The Carbon is on...
Marcus
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Cool!
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Primed...
Marcus
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Any updates on this pretty bird?
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Chris
Thanks for asking.. I had to put it on hold for a few days since I was working on some Ringmastes for the Fly-A-Thon..
And as I will monokote the wing/tail, and am not so good at it, I'll take it to my friend Fred Cesquim's shop for some help..
A few more weeks.. Can't wait to fly this ship...
Marcus
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Sounds good, Marcus.
I actually like to cover with film, and, of my rc sailplane flying buddies, I'm close to the top of the heap. But I think here I may be more mid level.
I casually looked at the plans last weekend for the stiletto 660....such a pretty shape. One of these days.
R,
Chris
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Marcus,
Thought I'd drop in!
Actually Rich "Peabody" has a Stilleto kit for sale in the Classifides, Yes, I'm tempted.
You came to mind immediately because I remembered your great "E" Stilleto Build.
I was going to ask about eight or nine questions, but it looks like you haven't progressed with it?
Understandable with your scale project and all.
Be well!
Charles
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Charles-
I think I saved you from the guilt of buying another plane, I believe I have a deal pending with rich for the Stiletto....
Yes! I'm excited.
I hope Marcus has made some more progress.
Regards
Chris
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Charles-
I think I saved you from the guilt of buying another plane, I believe I have a deal pending with rich for the Stiletto....
Yes! I'm excited.
I hope Marcus has made some more progress.
Regards
Chris
Chris,
Congratulations! H^^
I always liked the lines of the Stiletto. A beautifully designed model. Looks like it's moving even at static.
Clean lines, nice scheme. I have the correct graphics for it! H^^ Hats off to me, the only way I get it actually. LL~
Marcus did a great job so far with his Stiletto.
I do hope you do a build with yours.
Charles
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I hope Marcus gets back on this build, but I think he might have good reason to be distracted for a while with his new Max Bee...
If I get a new computer, then I might do a build thread. As it is, I have a hard time posting pics from my phone.
I'll ping you later for graphics for my mini Stuka and the Stiletto.
Thanks bud.
R,
Chris
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Chris,
What mini Stuka? #^
This is Marcus' Stilleto Thread, so please Post that Stuka someplace? I have interest in Stukas.
Charles
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Guys
I'll be back at the Stilleto pretty soon...
Work has been killing my building time...
But no biggie... I should work on it this week... And besides Fred has been busy with the ThunderGazer he's building for another friend, and I won't cover this baby unless he helps me....LOL... And I'll go for ink on this ship, so, remember, one does not rush art....LOL
And as my country's economy has gone sour, and the dólar rate has doubled recently, batteries and stuff have gone up pretty bad...
So, I have been buying the stuff slowly... Need the batteries for it...
I have thought of using the same color on the Stilleto as I used on my Joker Ringmaster and red for the covering... With some stripesand checkered decals, may turn out nice.
This ship will use accelerometer, which is something very nice to play with,,,,
Marcus
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Sounds good.
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Somehow I missed this thread but now that I'm here I want to congratulate Marcus on this most excellent project.
I am excited that Marcus will be using one of Igors' power systems and I certainly hope Senior Burger will be able to assist Marcus with, what seems to me, a very "sophisticated" speed control.
I will anxiously await the first flights and I thank you Marcus for choosing to build a Stiletto.
Best Wishes
Les
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Wow. Les McDonald... How cool is that????
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Somehow I missed this thread but now that I'm here I want to congratulate Marcus on this most excellent project.
I am excited that Marcus will be using one of Igors' power systems and I certainly hope Senior Burger will be able to assist Marcus with, what seems to me, a very "sophisticated" speed control.
I will anxiously await the first flights and I thank you Marcus for choosing to build a Stiletto.
Best Wishes
Les
WOW!!!!
Thanks Les!!!!!!!!!
Marcus
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The good News is that my friend Fred Cesquim has been kind enough to squezze some time is his busy day to help me get the ship covered...
Fred is one of the top dogs here and I am very happy because i know this time there will be no wrinkles!!!!!
I'm going there next tuesday... After all, I've been a good boy and that is going to be a nice Christmas gift!!!
Thank you Fred!!!
Marcus
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I'm really looking forward to see it completed and hearing your flight reports!
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The ship as in the pic is at 30.8oz.
Transparent red for covering for a sex appeal...
It will get covered tomorrow.
Marcus
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The "Mark" of excellence!
Marcus,
You've come a long ways with that build.
Looking really good! H^^
Could you please tell me the wingspan and the span of the stab.
I like the proportions.
Charles
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"Schwing!"
As the youngsters say.
Looks great, I can't wait to see that primer get some color.
R,
Chris
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Thanks for the great day Fred!!!
Marcus
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Marcus deserves congratulations
he´s ALWAYS looking to improve and learn more, and from now on his covering jobs will be even better!
the plane is well buld, dead straight, light and with care, so much that a translucent covering was choosen and can show his work!
keep up with the good work bad ass!
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Some color finally...
Marcus
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Nice job on the covering! Looking real good.
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That is great work Marcus.
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Thanks guys!!!
More to come... Won't stop 'till I get it done!
Marcus
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Marcus,
The model will be outatanding! As is all your work. H^^
Did you see where I Posted for some measurement help?
Charles
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Charles, the wingspan is 59 1/2 inches.. now the stab.. when I find the plans I can tell... don't remember where they are... n~
n~ Walter should know...
Now, getting there.... Will unwrap this like a Christmas gift...
Marcus
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So guys, what you think?
Marcus
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Marcus,
It needs some blue on the bottom. I really like a red, white, and blue airplane. Looks very nice.
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I've been watching this build for some time. Now that it has some color it looks very sleek! I bet it will fly as good or better than it looks. Good job Marcus.
Bob
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So guys, what you think?
Marcus
I think it looks terrific!
R,
Chris
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A little more done...
Marcus
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Awe some!!!! #^
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Watching Robert's vídeos is beginning to pay off...
1/2 oz with the painting... not bad at all...
Marcus
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Top side done, missing only clear..
Merry Christmas guys!!!!!!!
Marcus
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Niiiice!
Merry Christmas!
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Lookin' GOOOD!
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Cleared... Cannot wait to buff this ship...
Marcus
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I love it.
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Bad Ass has gone all bad ass again.
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What U think now Randy?
Marcus
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Woah!
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Well, vacation is over, time to get back to business...
Going to My friend Rogerio Fiorotti's place to get the eletric stuff installed and ready to go... Hope he is patiente with me, since I kind of have a certain difficulty with eletric systems....LOL...
He'll show me how to do the things and if the wind gives us a break, it will maiden on sunday...
Can't wait to see this ship in the air....
Wish me luck!
Marcus
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That looks so nice and now your going hang all that electron stuff on it. Just kidding, hope she flies as well as she looks.
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Thanks Rogério, for everything!!
Custom made timer was cool!!!
Marcus
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Getting close!
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It maidened last sunday.
Needs a little trimming, but flew straight and smooth.
The timer worked great and I'd like tothank my buddy Rogerio Fiorotti for coming to assist me even with a bad cold...
My son had a go... And now he tells me he wants to have more goes...
Oh my...LOL
Marcus
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I seem to have a hunting issue here....
Have done all I know and it still hunts...
Help guys....
It flies well and is very stable, even in windy conditions, but this hunting is really bothering me...
Marcus
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I seem to have a hunting issue here....
Have done all I know and it still hunts...
Help guys....
It flies well and is very stable, even in windy conditions, but this hunting is really bothering me...
Marcus
move the CG forward,, I would suspect to be consistant with other electric conversions somewhere 3/4" to an inch forward
and make dang sure all your controls are super super free
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I seem to have a hunting issue here....
Have done all I know and it still hunts...
Help guys....
It flies well and is very stable, even in windy conditions, but this hunting is really bothering me...
Marcus
Maybe change the direction of the prop.
James
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Control drag is the usual culprit. Rub against a rib or foam, rub from angled lead out guides and anything else that causes a bind.
A lot here
http://stunthanger.com/smf/engineering-board/leadout-bend-angle/
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Well, I have News...
been flying the ship a lot and though there's still very little hunting, what solved the problem was a wider handle...
I noticed that I was struggling with the corners and here was no corner at all..... so i changed the handle to a hardpoint one and voilá... I got a new ship.
Also, Fiorotti made me a custom timer to fit the profile fuselage and with the Jettibox conector life has become very easy...
I couldn't be happier..... A few pics of recente action...
Marcus
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Well, I have News...
been flying the ship a lot and though there's still very little hunting, what solved the problem was a wider handle...
I noticed that I was struggling with the corners and here was no corner at all..... so i changed the handle to a hardpoint one and voilá... I got a new ship.
Also, Fiorotti made me a custom timer to fit the profile fuselage and with the Jettibox conector life has become very easy...
I couldn't be happier..... A few pics of recente action...
Marcus
Looks like a right goodie.
I also find that those hard point handles help my flying tremendously. Enjoy flying Marcus
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Marcus, glad to hear you are getting time on the plane. Guess the son is not going to take it from you. H^^