Author Topic: Gee Bee R3 Stunter (Read 6381 times)

Bill Gruby · « **on:** February 11, 2011, 06:28:59 AM »

I got these pix a while back and thought you might like to see something new. It was built by a gentleman in Virginia. I am still trying to get him to share the prints. This is one pretty ship.

"Billy G"

PerttiMe · « **Reply #1 on:** February 11, 2011, 06:53:48 AM »

Did he build it from scratch or base it on the R/C ARF?

Whichever, it does look good. Different but good.

Bill Little · « **Reply #2 on:** February 11, 2011, 07:16:46 AM »

Quote from: PerttiMe on February 11, 2011, 06:53:48 AM

Did he build it from scratch or base it on the R/C ARF?

Whichever, it does look good. Different but good.

Thanks for posting Bill,

He "scratch builds" them, if it is the same guy I know (and I am pretty sure it is! LOL!!). When I first me him, 10-15 years ago, he built his planes on board ship while deployed on cruise. Not sure if he is still on active duty, though. All his work is awesome. I thought he was actually kidding when he said he was at sea while building them, but he was!

Big Bear

PerttiMe · « **Reply #3 on:** February 11, 2011, 08:04:58 AM »

Yep, now I am sure it is scratch built too:

I found some pictures of the Hobby Lobby/Donuts Models ARF, on rcgroups, and there's so many differences, starting from aileron/flap size.

... in case someone doesn't know, the R3 is a "fantasy scale" design originally drawn by Mirco Pecorari of Italy.

Robert Jones · « **Reply #4 on:** February 11, 2011, 08:35:00 AM »

I see an electric Gee Bee R-3 stunter in my future!

FLOYD CARTER · « **Reply #5 on:** February 11, 2011, 12:15:42 PM »

Interesting Gee Bee. Of course, not a "real" GB. Now, this is a "real" Gee Bee!

Stalker 51 power, but needs more (too much parasitic drag)

Floyd

Igor Burger · « **Reply #6 on:** February 11, 2011, 04:01:15 PM »

Tom Niebuhr · « **Reply #7 on:** February 11, 2011, 07:07:22 PM »

Igor,
Is that your version in bare bones?

Bill Gruby · « **Reply #8 on:** February 11, 2011, 08:05:51 PM »

Billy Boy;

The youngster holding the R3 in the last two pictures is the builder.

"Billy G"

Bill Little · « **Reply #9 on:** February 12, 2011, 12:30:12 AM »

Quote from: Bill Gruby on February 11, 2011, 08:05:51 PM

Billy Boy;

The youngster holding the R3 in the last two pictures is the builder.

"Billy G"

Thanks, G-Man. I met him "around" 1995 or maybe a year or two earlier..., or later....... been a while! LOL!! can't remember now. He came to the Norfolk contests when he was able. I just have forgotten his name!

Pretty sure he is "Mike".

When I first met him he had an awesome looking "Racer" stunter that he said he built while aboard ship. I guess he is out of active duty now.

His models have always been top drawer. A real craftsman and all of his models I have seen were iron on covering, but it sure didn't "look" like it!

I miss the Norfolk meets, a lot! ( along with Willis and Mike...............

)

Billy Boy

jim welch · « **Reply #10 on:** February 12, 2011, 07:11:14 AM »

Mike Ames.......builder extroidnaire...Norfolk Aeromodlers...flew last sunday at Fentress....Jimmy

Larry Cunningham · « **Reply #11 on:** February 12, 2011, 07:25:56 AM »

Wow. What a beautiful model. Doesn't it make you want to build one?

Compliments to the modeler.

L.

"There's no better feeling in the world than a warm pizza box on your lap." -Kevin James

Bill Gruby · « **Reply #12 on:** February 12, 2011, 07:47:45 AM »

Quote from: jim welch on February 12, 2011, 07:11:14 AM

Mike Ames.......builder extroidnaire...Norfolk Aeromodlers...flew last sunday at Fentress....Jimmy

Thank You Jim;

I could not remember the last name.

"Billy G"

W.D. Roland · « **Reply #13 on:** February 12, 2011, 08:58:59 AM »

That is one good looking airplane.

Have been looking for a profile shape for a profile stunt, this could be it!

David

Wynn Robins · « **Reply #14 on:** February 13, 2011, 01:07:25 PM »

I have the plans for this model (or one VERY similar) if anyone wants an electronic copy - let me know

sadams714441 · « **Reply #15 on:** February 13, 2011, 01:39:07 PM »

Good Evening
I would love a copy of the prints I,ll have them printed.

Steve

PerttiMe · « **Reply #16 on:** February 13, 2011, 01:47:51 PM »

Quote from: Wynn Robins on February 13, 2011, 01:07:25 PM

I have the plans for this model (or one VERY similar)

Can you post a preview of what you have?

Bill Gruby · « **Reply #17 on:** February 13, 2011, 02:14:30 PM »

As of the last time I spoke to Mike on the net, there still are no plans for his. The airfoil is "Strega". All he has are sketches of what he was after. This is his original.

"Bill Gruby"

Wynn Robins · « **Reply #18 on:** February 13, 2011, 04:19:35 PM »

must be one similar then - as mentioned - come to think of it - this one has a constant chord wing and is for a 46 - so only "close"

Click on file below

Bill Gruby · « **Reply #19 on:** February 13, 2011, 05:19:40 PM »

What's the chance of seeing your ship plans Wynn?

"Billy G"

Wynn Robins · « **Reply #20 on:** February 13, 2011, 07:10:27 PM »

Bill - click on the file of my last post - that is the plan I have.

PerttiMe · « **Reply #21 on:** February 14, 2011, 12:56:22 AM »

Quote from: Wynn Robins on February 13, 2011, 04:19:35 PM

this one has a constant chord wing and is for a 46 - so only "close"

Click on file below

I think fuselage side view is close enough. A more elliptical wing would look nicer, and be more work to build...

Bill Gruby · « **Reply #22 on:** February 14, 2011, 02:02:03 AM »

Quote from: Wynn Robins on February 13, 2011, 07:10:27 PM

Bill - click on the file of my last post - that is the plan I have.

Fuselage is correct. Just change the wing and open the gear legs and it's there.

"Billy G"