Author Topic: First in 4 years (Read 3759 times)

Zuriel Armstrong · « **on:** April 20, 2007, 07:18:56 AM »

After nearly four years I finally have built and "FINNISHED" a new plane. I had intended to take this to Houston for the Brotherhood of the Ring contest, but I ran out of time and have not even broke-in the engine yet. It is finished with Luster Coat over carbon veil and monokote on the wings. Brodak 25 for power with a 3oz GRW tank on uniflow. The plane is an RSM kit, lite version, and I highly recommend it. I do not have the weight yet but it doesn't hurt my back when I pick it up and it sits flat on the floor of the back seat of my Honda Ridgeline.

Paul Taylor · « **Reply #1 on:** April 20, 2007, 07:22:36 AM »

Looks Great Z-man. I knew you could build a plane.

I can not wait to see it in RL.

Have fun this weekend at the contest,

Paul

Shawn Kuntz · « **Reply #2 on:** April 20, 2007, 07:39:44 AM »

That is one sweet bird! You should be proud.

Bill Little · « **Reply #3 on:** April 20, 2007, 08:31:36 AM »

Very nice Ringmaster, Z-man!

Now, get to work on the Neptune!

Paul Smith · « **Reply #4 on:** April 20, 2007, 08:50:15 AM »

How about some straight feedback on the Brodak 25.

I bought one Brodak 40, and I'm not impressed. My Fox 35 Stunts and LA 25's all outrun it.

john e. holliday · « **Reply #5 on:** April 20, 2007, 09:00:55 AM »

Paul, the old DOC here, I have two of each of the Brodak 40 & 25. The 40 was broken in per instructions an has been a great engine for the price. The other 40 is still being broken in. The first 25 was ran on the bench 3 times and then put on the Brodak Mauler. The grandaughter has been flying the combination since. The last time out she was doing loops. I have put the combination thru a full pattern several times. I use Sig 10% fuel, Top Flite Power Point 10-4 prop and a 4 ounce clunk with uni-flo setup. Also it is flown on .012 X 60 center of handle to center of plane. The second 25 has several tanks on the bench and is ready to go in an airplane as soon as Bob Z. and John B. get the little bird out that was designed around the engine. Later, DOC Holliday

Zuriel Armstrong · « **Reply #6 on:** April 20, 2007, 09:11:34 AM »

Quote from: Bill Little on April 20, 2007, 08:31:36 AM

Very nice Ringmaster, Z-man!

Now, get to work on the Neptune!

Thanks Bill. I have made myself go out to the shop to work and it has been a blast too. I read your post recently about life getting in the way and understand completely. The Neptune is still at the top of the list and has an engine standing by.

Paul Taylor · « **Reply #7 on:** April 20, 2007, 11:00:00 AM »

Z,
That engine should be broke in good by the time Brodak's rolls around.

Poke, Poke.

Dwayne · « **Reply #8 on:** April 20, 2007, 12:17:41 PM »

Nice looking Ring

Bill Little · « **Reply #9 on:** April 20, 2007, 12:23:05 PM »

Quote from: Zuriel Armstrong on April 20, 2007, 09:11:34 AM

Thanks Bill. I have made myself go out to the shop to work and it has been a blast too. I read your post recently about life getting in the way and understand completely. The Neptune is still at the top of the list and has an engine standing by.

Hi Zuriel,

I don't know what's wrong, but when it comes to building lately, I just cannot finish anything............ the least little something stops me cold in my tracks. I have never been like this before!

I have three or four models that i know will be outstanding if I could just finish them.............

Bill <><

Bob Reeves · « **Reply #10 on:** April 20, 2007, 01:00:34 PM »

Zuriel, Haven't flown the OT pattern yet but my Ring is ready

Zuriel Armstrong · « **Reply #11 on:** April 20, 2007, 01:28:36 PM »

Hey Bob,

Nice plane. I like the tank configuration too.

Remember I said I wouldn't use purple again...

Zuriel

Richard Grogan · « **Reply #12 on:** April 20, 2007, 03:39:05 PM »

Looks nice Zuriel !!

Will we get to see it tomorrow??

I know you said "had intended to take it to Houston..."....

Jim Oliver · « **Reply #13 on:** April 20, 2007, 03:56:07 PM »

Hey Paul,

I'll give that sorry ole B-40 a proper burial--just send it to me!

Jim

Bill Little · « **Reply #14 on:** April 20, 2007, 04:08:01 PM »

Quote from: Jim Oliver on April 20, 2007, 03:56:07 PM

Hey Paul,

I'll give that sorry ole B-40 a proper burial--just send it to me!

Jim

Hey, Paul,

I'll even send you postage!

Bill <><

Bob Reeves · « **Reply #15 on:** April 20, 2007, 04:19:38 PM »

Quote from: Bill Little on April 20, 2007, 04:08:01 PM

Hey, Paul,

I'll even send you postage!

Bill <><

I would do better than that.. I have an unmounted Fox 35 with button head, wanna trade

Bob Reeves · « **Reply #16 on:** April 20, 2007, 04:25:07 PM »

Quote from: Zuriel Armstrong on April 20, 2007, 01:28:36 PM

Hey Bob,

Nice plane. I like the tank configuration too.

Remember I said I wouldn't use purple again...

Zuriel

Thanks,

Ya but you (same as me) took the easy way out using Monokote, I still have that jar of Royal Purple, you are welcome to it

BTW: Good looking Ringmaster...

bill marvel · « **Reply #17 on:** April 20, 2007, 07:12:38 PM »

Quote from: Zuriel Armstrong on April 20, 2007, 07:18:56 AM

After nearly four years I finally have built and "FINNISHED" a new plane. I had intended to take this to Houston for the Brotherhood of the Ring contest, but I ran out of time and have not even broke-in the engine yet. It is finished with Luster Coat over carbon veil and monokote on the wings. Brodak 25 for power with a 3oz GRW tank on uniflow. The plane is an RSM kit, lite version, and I highly recommend it. I do not have the weight yet but it doesn't hurt my back when I pick it up and it sits flat on the floor of the back seat of my Honda Ridgeline.

Gorgeous, Zuriel. Really very nice!
regards,
bill marvel

Harleyman · « **Reply #18 on:** April 20, 2007, 07:15:35 PM »

Looks nice Zuriel.
An uncluttered paint scheme always looks best, in my opinion.
I really like the wing graphics.

Makes me want to build one for myself.

Richard Fleming · « **Reply #19 on:** April 20, 2007, 09:43:48 PM »

Nice looking Ringmasters. The Brothers are proud of yall!

Garf · « **Reply #20 on:** April 21, 2007, 11:46:36 AM »

Quote from: Bill Little on April 20, 2007, 12:23:05 PM

Hi Zuriel,

I don't know what's wrong, but when it comes to building lately, I just cannot finish anything............ the least little something stops me cold in my tracks. I have never been like this before!

I have three or four models that i know will be outstanding if I could just finish them.............

Bill <><

If you ever figure out what's doing that, let me know. I had that problem for years.

Louis Rankin · « **Reply #21 on:** April 24, 2007, 08:30:38 AM »

Zee,

I cannot resist, I have to post some pics of mine.

Allen Brickhaus · « **Reply #22 on:** April 25, 2007, 03:00:48 PM »

Bring that thing to Paducah August 18 and 19

Allen

Bill Gruby · « **Reply #23 on:** April 25, 2007, 03:44:05 PM »

Quote from: Allen Brickhaus on April 25, 2007, 03:00:48 PM

Bring that thing to Paducah August 18 and 19

Allen

ALLEN

I could be wrong, but it sounds like you want to do bodily harm to that "Ringmaster" I got a terrific idea! Have you been following the "Ringmaster Plus" Thread elsewhere? They should be done and well tested by then. Can we bring them to protect that little guy?

"The One And Only G-Man"

Zuriel Armstrong · « **Reply #24 on:** April 25, 2007, 05:06:31 PM »

Quote from: Louis Rankin on April 24, 2007, 08:30:38 AM

Zee,

I cannot resist, I have to post some pics of mine.

I cannot resist either...how's it fly

That sure is a pretty plane Lou. We gotta get them both out flying at the same session. I'll have my rebuilt Score finished by this weekend.

Paul Taylor · « **Reply #25 on:** April 25, 2007, 07:29:38 PM »

How about this weekend?

Author Topic: First in 4 years (Read 3759 times)

Dwayne