Author Topic: E-Stilleto (Read 30701 times)

MarcusCordeiro · « **on:** December 24, 2014, 11:16:30 AM »

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!!!

George Grossardt · « **Reply #1 on:** December 24, 2014, 02:47:31 PM »

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.

Jeff Traxler · « **Reply #2 on:** December 25, 2014, 08:14:42 AM »

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

Frank Imbriaco · « **Reply #3 on:** December 25, 2014, 09:36:35 AM »

LOTS of power !

MarcusCordeiro · « **Reply #4 on:** December 30, 2014, 05:16:30 PM »

Wing finished....
Happy New Year!!!!

Marcus

john e. holliday · « **Reply #5 on:** January 03, 2015, 09:44:20 AM »

Marcus, aren't you supposed to be out flying instead of building? The build looks great as usual.

Bill Little · « **Reply #6 on:** January 03, 2015, 11:09:05 AM »

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

MarcusCordeiro · « **Reply #7 on:** January 03, 2015, 03:44:05 PM »

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

MarcusCordeiro · « **Reply #8 on:** January 16, 2015, 11:56:58 AM »

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

john e. holliday · « **Reply #9 on:** January 16, 2015, 10:01:05 PM »

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.

MarcusCordeiro · « **Reply #10 on:** January 23, 2015, 05:52:16 AM »

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

MarcusCordeiro · « **Reply #11 on:** February 17, 2015, 04:30:42 PM »

So, nose basically finished...
Hey Bob, thanks for the guidelines...

Marcus

MarcusCordeiro · « **Reply #12 on:** February 18, 2015, 07:26:13 PM »

Wing in...

Marcus

MarcusCordeiro · « **Reply #13 on:** February 20, 2015, 07:56:19 AM »

Does it look like one Stilleto?

I love this ship....

Marcus

Crist Rigotti · « **Reply #14 on:** February 20, 2015, 11:44:41 AM »

Looks very nice Marcus!

Randy Powell · « **Reply #15 on:** February 20, 2015, 02:04:15 PM »

Bad Ass been busy.

John Sunderland · « **Reply #16 on:** February 21, 2015, 12:42:23 AM »

Looks like canopy detail will be tough!

MarcusCordeiro · « **Reply #17 on:** February 21, 2015, 03:06:08 AM »

What canopy???

Marcus

George Grossardt · « **Reply #18 on:** February 21, 2015, 06:53:58 AM »

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

MarcusCordeiro · « **Reply #19 on:** February 21, 2015, 07:50:22 AM »

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

MarcusCordeiro · « **Reply #20 on:** March 02, 2015, 08:16:43 PM »

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

MarcusCordeiro · « **Reply #21 on:** March 18, 2015, 08:02:15 PM »

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

Target · « **Reply #22 on:** April 03, 2015, 07:04:02 PM »

Quote from: MarcusCordeiro on February 21, 2015, 07:50:22 AM

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

Crist Rigotti · « **Reply #23 on:** April 03, 2015, 08:52:00 PM »

Good weight Marcus!

Dennis Adamisin · « **Reply #24 on:** April 04, 2015, 06:02:24 AM »

nice nice nice!

MarcusCordeiro · « **Reply #25 on:** April 08, 2015, 09:45:48 AM »

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

John Sunderland · « **Reply #26 on:** April 11, 2015, 11:18:47 PM »

Quote from: MarcusCordeiro on February 21, 2015, 03:06:08 AM

What canopy???

Marcus

Hence my question...I should have posted a wink

It looks awesome!

MarcusCordeiro · « **Reply #27 on:** June 14, 2015, 05:52:02 PM »

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...

...

Marcus

Crist Rigotti · « **Reply #28 on:** June 14, 2015, 06:16:18 PM »

Getting there!

john e. holliday · « **Reply #29 on:** June 15, 2015, 10:45:23 AM »

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.

MarcusCordeiro · « **Reply #30 on:** July 05, 2015, 07:55:30 AM »

The Carbon is on...

Marcus

Crist Rigotti · « **Reply #31 on:** July 05, 2015, 08:25:00 AM »

Cool!

MarcusCordeiro · « **Reply #32 on:** August 09, 2015, 03:14:58 PM »

Primed...

Marcus

Target · « **Reply #33 on:** September 17, 2015, 10:14:20 AM »

Any updates on this pretty bird?

MarcusCordeiro · « **Reply #34 on:** September 29, 2015, 07:46:17 PM »

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

Target · « **Reply #35 on:** September 29, 2015, 11:45:43 PM »

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

Avaiojet · « **Reply #36 on:** October 18, 2015, 11:58:53 AM »

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

Target · « **Reply #37 on:** October 18, 2015, 09:44:26 PM »

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

Avaiojet · « **Reply #38 on:** October 19, 2015, 05:43:29 AM »

Quote from: Chris Behm on October 18, 2015, 09:44:26 PM

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!

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!

Hats off to me, the only way I get it actually.

Marcus did a great job so far with his Stiletto.

I do hope you do a build with yours.

Charles

Target · « **Reply #39 on:** October 19, 2015, 06:58:07 AM »

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

Avaiojet · « **Reply #40 on:** October 19, 2015, 08:02:32 AM »

Chris,

What mini Stuka?

This is Marcus' Stilleto Thread, so please Post that Stuka someplace? I have interest in Stukas.

Charles

MarcusCordeiro · « **Reply #41 on:** November 15, 2015, 11:03:43 AM »

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

Target · « **Reply #42 on:** November 16, 2015, 05:55:11 AM »

Sounds good.

Les McDonald · « **Reply #43 on:** November 16, 2015, 08:22:48 AM »

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

Bradley Walker · « **Reply #44 on:** November 16, 2015, 08:59:02 AM »

Wow. Les McDonald... How cool is that?

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MarcusCordeiro · « **Reply #45 on:** November 16, 2015, 11:53:18 AM »

Quote from: Les McDonald on November 16, 2015, 08:22:48 AM

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

MarcusCordeiro · « **Reply #46 on:** December 09, 2015, 04:33:13 PM »

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

Target · « **Reply #47 on:** December 09, 2015, 09:02:01 PM »

I'm really looking forward to see it completed and hearing your flight reports!

MarcusCordeiro · « **Reply #48 on:** December 14, 2015, 03:53:34 PM »

The ship as in the pic is at 30.8oz.
Transparent red for covering for a sex appeal...
It will get covered tomorrow.

Marcus

Avaiojet · « **Reply #49 on:** December 14, 2015, 06:04:10 PM »

The "Mark" of excellence!

Marcus,

You've come a long ways with that build.

Looking really good!

Could you please tell me the wingspan and the span of the stab.

I like the proportions.

Charles

Target · « **Reply #50 on:** December 14, 2015, 08:49:58 PM »

"Schwing!"
As the youngsters say.
Looks great, I can't wait to see that primer get some color.

R,
Chris

MarcusCordeiro · « **Reply #51 on:** December 15, 2015, 07:27:53 PM »

Thanks for the great day Fred!!!

Marcus

fred cesquim · « **Reply #52 on:** December 16, 2015, 03:14:05 PM »

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!

MarcusCordeiro · « **Reply #53 on:** December 18, 2015, 06:33:31 PM »

Some color finally...

Marcus

Crist Rigotti · « **Reply #54 on:** December 18, 2015, 10:53:59 PM »

Nice job on the covering! Looking real good.

john e. holliday · « **Reply #55 on:** December 19, 2015, 09:16:34 AM »

That is great work Marcus.

MarcusCordeiro · « **Reply #56 on:** December 19, 2015, 06:15:52 PM »

Thanks guys!!!
More to come... Won't stop 'till I get it done!

Marcus

Avaiojet · « **Reply #57 on:** December 20, 2015, 07:11:46 AM »

Marcus,

The model will be outatanding! As is all your work.

Did you see where I Posted for some measurement help?

Charles

MarcusCordeiro · « **Reply #58 on:** December 20, 2015, 08:39:14 AM »

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...

Walter should know...
Now, getting there.... Will unwrap this like a Christmas gift...

Marcus

MarcusCordeiro · « **Reply #59 on:** December 20, 2015, 01:53:36 PM »

So guys, what you think?

Marcus

Crist Rigotti · « **Reply #60 on:** December 20, 2015, 06:02:30 PM »

Marcus,
It needs some blue on the bottom. I really like a red, white, and blue airplane. Looks very nice.

Bob Hudak · « **Reply #61 on:** December 20, 2015, 07:55:33 PM »

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

Target · « **Reply #62 on:** December 20, 2015, 10:26:12 PM »

Quote from: MarcusCordeiro on December 20, 2015, 01:53:36 PM

So guys, what you think?

Marcus

I think it looks terrific!

R,
Chris

MarcusCordeiro · « **Reply #63 on:** December 21, 2015, 06:33:07 PM »

A little more done...

Marcus

john e. holliday · « **Reply #64 on:** December 21, 2015, 08:18:26 PM »

Awe some!!!!

MarcusCordeiro · « **Reply #65 on:** December 23, 2015, 02:52:25 PM »

Watching Robert's vídeos is beginning to pay off...
1/2 oz with the painting... not bad at all...

Marcus

MarcusCordeiro · « **Reply #66 on:** December 23, 2015, 07:37:28 PM »

Top side done, missing only clear..
Merry Christmas guys!!!!!!!

Marcus

Crist Rigotti · « **Reply #67 on:** December 23, 2015, 08:25:48 PM »

Niiiice!

Merry Christmas!

Target · « **Reply #68 on:** December 23, 2015, 09:19:40 PM »

Lookin' GOOOD!

MarcusCordeiro · « **Reply #69 on:** December 24, 2015, 10:01:14 AM »

Cleared... Cannot wait to buff this ship...

Marcus

john e. holliday · « **Reply #70 on:** December 24, 2015, 10:33:22 AM »

I love it.

Randy Powell · « **Reply #71 on:** December 24, 2015, 08:10:48 PM »

Bad Ass has gone all bad ass again.

MarcusCordeiro · « **Reply #72 on:** December 26, 2015, 07:07:29 PM »

What U think now Randy?

Marcus

Crist Rigotti · « **Reply #73 on:** December 26, 2015, 08:00:38 PM »

Woah!

MarcusCordeiro · « **Reply #74 on:** January 21, 2016, 02:42:43 PM »

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

john e. holliday · « **Reply #75 on:** January 21, 2016, 08:34:00 PM »

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.

MarcusCordeiro · « **Reply #76 on:** January 23, 2016, 10:15:58 AM »

Thanks Rogério, for everything!!
Custom made timer was cool!!!

Marcus

Crist Rigotti · « **Reply #77 on:** January 23, 2016, 11:13:34 AM »

Getting close!

MarcusCordeiro · « **Reply #78 on:** April 09, 2016, 07:22:05 PM »

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

MarcusCordeiro · « **Reply #79 on:** May 24, 2016, 02:53:04 PM »

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

Mark Scarborough · « **Reply #80 on:** May 24, 2016, 03:40:46 PM »

Quote from: MarcusCordeiro on May 24, 2016, 02:53:04 PM

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

James Mills · « **Reply #81 on:** May 24, 2016, 06:23:37 PM »

Quote from: MarcusCordeiro on May 24, 2016, 02:53:04 PM

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

Fred Underwood · « **Reply #82 on:** May 24, 2016, 09:21:57 PM »

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/

MarcusCordeiro · « **Reply #83 on:** February 20, 2017, 05:20:37 PM »

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

Shug Emery · « **Reply #84 on:** February 20, 2017, 05:40:29 PM »

Quote from: MarcusCordeiro on February 20, 2017, 05:20:37 PM

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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john e. holliday · « **Reply #85 on:** February 23, 2017, 10:29:21 AM »

Marcus, glad to hear you are getting time on the plane. Guess the son is not going to take it from you.