Author Topic: My new plane: The SL-3 (Read 3866 times)

Scott Richlen · « **on:** June 28, 2013, 02:24:54 PM »

I couldn't get it finished in time to fly at Brodaks, but I came close. I have to finish making a tank for it and it needs a 1 and 1/4 rise header for the exhaust system instead of the 1 inch rise currently installed. This is a redesign of my 2nd Silver Lancer with a built-up wing and other changes to improve its flying. PA-61 rear-exhaust. 58 ounces.

Scott

Matt Colan · « **Reply #1 on:** June 28, 2013, 02:27:13 PM »

Never knew the PA came as a 24 cylinder

. Just kidding Scott, it looks great!!

Eric Viglione · « **Reply #2 on:** June 28, 2013, 02:29:15 PM »

Yep, that looks about right, 2) V12's should just about match the power of you PA61 to scale.

Looks great Scott, and that's a really good weight! Looking forward to flight reports.

EricV

Steve Fitton · « **Reply #3 on:** June 28, 2013, 02:40:58 PM »

Looks awesome Scott!! I hope you bring it out to the Jim Coll contest.

Howard Rush · « **Reply #4 on:** June 28, 2013, 02:52:10 PM »

Very cool. I like the tail shape. I like the colors, too, although they're kinda Fittony.

Balsa Butcher · « **Reply #5 on:** June 28, 2013, 03:04:15 PM »

I like it!

Paul Taylor · « **Reply #6 on:** June 28, 2013, 04:42:43 PM »

Hey Scott looks great!
Hope I get to see it at Brodaks next year.

Hey did you ever get Allen to send you pictures of Jim's volunteer?

L8r

RC Storick · « **Reply #7 on:** June 28, 2013, 04:53:49 PM »

I saw it at Brodaks and it looks good. It was nice to meet you too.

Bill Little · « **Reply #8 on:** June 28, 2013, 05:19:27 PM »

Hi Scott,

I really like the "New" Silver Lancer! I especially like all the little "Details" you have added! I hope it trims out perfectly and Good Luck!

BIG Bear
RNMM/AMM

Crist Rigotti · « **Reply #9 on:** June 28, 2013, 06:23:18 PM »

Nice, very nice indeed.

ChrisSarnowski · « **Reply #10 on:** June 28, 2013, 07:12:58 PM »

Looks good, Scott! Nice work!

-Chris

john e. holliday · « **Reply #11 on:** June 29, 2013, 09:10:22 AM »

Plane looks great. I like it.

Scott Richlen · « **Reply #12 on:** August 28, 2013, 03:23:52 PM »

Thanks everyone for the nice comments. I probably should have called it the "Yellow and White Lancer" but instead opted for "SL-3".

Unfortunately, I have not flown it yet. Just too busy with flying and vacations. Once building season commences I should be able to finish the tank and get it into the air.

Scott

Phil Spillman · « **Reply #13 on:** August 29, 2013, 07:56:49 PM »

It doesn't seem right without white pants!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Pretty plane though!

Tim Stagg · « **Reply #14 on:** August 30, 2013, 07:59:36 AM »

Looks awesome Scott

I think you should have it ready for DEMO flight at the NVCL contest next month....COME ON.... its only a tank and header......my grandmother could get that done

I think you should start working again so you have some time do devote to your building, this retirement stuff is really weighing you down.

Just kidding, really like it Scott

Tim

Les McDonald · « **Reply #15 on:** August 30, 2013, 08:14:06 AM »

That is a really neat looking plane. Great graphics, unique farkles and a clear canopy give it a familiar "30's Air Racer" theme. Well done!

I would certainly enjoy seeing some more photos----Please.

Scott Richlen · « **Reply #16 on:** August 30, 2013, 07:53:38 PM »

Here are some more photos....

Of course, I like to fly my own planes, so this is supposed to be me. Doesn't look like me at all, but I'm sure that Tim S. and Phil S. will claim that it looks just like me!

I got a couple of videos from Windy about cockpits, so have to thank him for inspiration!

Scott Richlen · « **Reply #17 on:** August 30, 2013, 07:56:37 PM »

And more...

Valve covers were important to include to get the right look.

Some paint-stand photos....

Scott Richlen · « **Reply #18 on:** August 30, 2013, 08:05:43 PM »

And a few more...

The belly is rubbed out but I haven't got the top done yet. You'll notice the absence of the fuel filler tubing. Tim may have to come over and twist my arm to get me to stop procrastinating on finishing the tank.....

Scott Richlen · « **Reply #19 on:** August 30, 2013, 08:06:39 PM »

last two.....

PerttiMe · « **Reply #20 on:** August 31, 2013, 02:48:38 AM »

Thanks for the additional photos!
I very much enjoy all sorts of Fiction Scale or Fantasy Scale material.

Les McDonald · « **Reply #21 on:** August 31, 2013, 09:09:46 AM »

Yes, very well done. The cockpit detail and clear canopy really bring the concept to life and is nicely executed.
Thanks for the photos.

Avaiojet · « **Reply #22 on:** August 31, 2013, 09:26:05 AM »

Scott,

Your model is "striking" to say the least.

Outstanding!

Charles

john e. holliday · « **Reply #23 on:** August 31, 2013, 10:16:59 AM »

Thanks for the detail pictures of the plane. It looks great. Now be real sneaky and remove the IC engine and install an electric. No tanks or tubing to worry about.

Scott Richlen · « **Reply #24 on:** August 31, 2013, 08:42:51 PM »

shocking suggestion.....

Scott Richlen · « **Reply #25 on:** September 03, 2013, 02:43:12 PM »

Thanks Ty! No plans are available, but Bob Hunt has suggested a number of times that I should get it published. I would like go with Flying Models to support them. Otherwise, it'd be Stunt News. But first I better make sure it flies!

I made the tank yesterday and now have to figure out how to hook up a wiggly rudder (I made this modification on my second Silver Lancer and it helped a great deal) Who knows - I might even get it into the air this weekend.

Scott

Bryan Hebert · « **Reply #26 on:** September 11, 2013, 07:15:25 AM »

Very Fine model I love the Craftsmanship!
Bryan

Author Topic: My new plane: The SL-3 (Read 3866 times)

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