Author Topic: The Block is over - the Hijacker is started (Read 3863 times)

Wynn Robins · « **on:** September 02, 2008, 03:44:55 AM »

have had a builders block for about 4 months and had no urge to do anything - until tonight - started framing up a Hijacker - laser cut parts from Pat Johnson - should be a fun build - have to learn sheet molding - but it can't be that hard right?

Oh - for those that dont know - I moved house recently - and every single one of my planes was broken beyond repair by the ham-fisted moving clowns!!! still awaiting insurance on the,\m

anyway - here is an hour into the new build

Brad B · « **Reply #1 on:** September 02, 2008, 06:24:23 AM »

Looks good so far!!

I can sympathize with you about the movers. The people the military hires to move us does the same thing. So far I have lost 10-12 planes because of them (among other items, too many to list). When we moved to Stuttgart a couple of months ago, I packed the best planes up myself and put them in long term storage with the rest of my household goods until I get back to the states. I made special crates for each one of them. I make furniture as a hobby so it was pretty easy for me to do.

Keep up the good work, B

Robertc · « **Reply #2 on:** September 02, 2008, 07:56:33 AM »

Please keep the pictures coming!!! I was flying with Roy Trantham from first flights of the Hijacker. It will be nice to see another.

Robert Compton

Steve Fitton · « **Reply #3 on:** September 02, 2008, 02:37:03 PM »

Roy's Hijacker was a totally cool plane. Good luck building this one, I can't wait to see it completed!

Paul Taylor · « **Reply #4 on:** September 02, 2008, 04:06:44 PM »

Boy I think I would own the moving truck if they busted up all my planes!

And not having anything to fly sure would put me in a building mood quick, fast, and in a hurry.

Looks good Wynn as does all your stuff.

I am trying to figure out how you will use that fishing rod. Is that going to be cut up to make push rods and controls? Maybe eyelets for the lines?

Wynn Robins · « **Reply #5 on:** September 02, 2008, 07:25:11 PM »

You know I build fishing rods - another time and moeny eater

Ralph Wenzel (d) · « **Reply #6 on:** September 02, 2008, 08:07:18 PM »

Yep - - A true "fly guy", on more ways than one . . . <Grin>

Ralph

SteveMoon · « **Reply #7 on:** September 03, 2008, 07:17:59 AM »

Keep the pics coming, I've always liked the Hijacker.
It's a good looking plane.

Steve

Paul Taylor · « **Reply #8 on:** September 03, 2008, 01:07:14 PM »

Quote from: Wynn Robins on September 02, 2008, 07:25:11 PM

You know I build fishing rods - another time and moeny eater

Do you ever get time to use them?
If so what do you fish for? And don't tell me about the one that got away.

wwwarbird · « **Reply #9 on:** September 03, 2008, 02:09:15 PM »

The Highjacker is a really cool design, but were'ntcha workin' on a B-25?

Wynn Robins · « **Reply #10 on:** September 03, 2008, 05:42:36 PM »

yes I was working on a B-25 - refer to my comment above about all my planes being smashed by the movers - this also applies to the B-25

Paul,

I build all kinds of rods - I fish for trout - and snapper (which are different to your snapper)

Pics will follow

Paul Taylor · « **Reply #11 on:** September 03, 2008, 06:16:19 PM »

Wynn,
Sure am sorry to hear about the loss of the planes.

The fish however looks like a keeper. What is that about a 5 pounder? Must have been one heck of a fight on such light tackle.
Lighter is more fun in fishing too! (Just to keep this thread about building light models.)

Wynn Robins · « **Reply #12 on:** September 03, 2008, 06:36:45 PM »

that fish was 8 pound - and was a REAL good fight on 2kg line which is what I fish for trout with really light is the way to go......will post some more pics later - fish and plane

Paul Taylor · « **Reply #13 on:** September 03, 2008, 08:21:23 PM »

While I was out in Portland Or, I flew with my buddy's at Delt Park. NorthWest Fireball gang.

I also got a chance to snag this 12 pounder. Biggest fish I ever caught!
I still have half of this thing in the freezer. Mmmmm Good !!!

Greg L Bahrman · « **Reply #14 on:** September 07, 2008, 02:02:37 PM »

Wynn,
Is this the one you are building??

Wynn Robins · « **Reply #15 on:** September 07, 2008, 02:47:35 PM »

yeah that is the one Greg.

I have one half of the fuse done - (the balsa is still drying) and have some foam wings sheeted on - it is progressing slowly.....

Steve Helmick · « **Reply #16 on:** September 07, 2008, 08:01:57 PM »

Wynn...the .46LA isn't going to cut the mustard...what power do you have scheduled for the Hijacker? Stalker or Enya?

Steve

Wynn Robins · « **Reply #17 on:** September 07, 2008, 11:11:17 PM »

Steve,

Enya 61 CXS pro - at this stage - I may go with the Stalker 66RE - just have to see how it all fits. Will be a fairly simple swap out if I decide to change - RC type mount, and I will make 2 cowls to accomodate each engine (maybe)

Will post some more pics tonight....(I hope)

Steve Helmick · « **Reply #18 on:** September 10, 2008, 09:38:32 PM »

Wynn...either would be a great choice...we have Alan Ressinger up in BC flying a Stalker 66. I don't understand the logic for 20% nitro...would rather go to zero nitro and avoid the paint problems and tank size issues. Al is flying a Firecracker with it...Clockwise. I guess that would be Counter Clockwise to you!

Steve

Wynn Robins · « **Reply #19 on:** September 10, 2008, 11:52:26 PM »

I run 0% nitro in the Stalker - it doesn't need any......20% is a bit over the top!!!

Paul Taylor · « **Reply #20 on:** September 28, 2008, 08:57:29 PM »

Wynn,
What's it looking like now?

Steve Helmick · « **Reply #21 on:** September 28, 2008, 10:15:23 PM »

Quote from: Wynn Robins on September 10, 2008, 11:52:26 PM

I run 0% nitro in the Stalker - it doesn't need any......20% is a bit over the top!!!

According to what I read, and what Alan Ressinger said, the engine was tuned for 20% nitro...making YS 20-20 the fuel of choice. Alan told me a few weeks ago that he's running the same fuel in his ST G.21 .46 powered Gypsy. Like I said, I don't like the paint problems that causes. If you like automotive paints, it's fine, if pricey. It's another reason I decided against the 4 strokes.

I, too, would like to see pics of the progress and completed model. I'm sure one of your cool paint schemes will look wonderful on the Hijacker.

Steve

Wynn Robins · « **Reply #22 on:** September 28, 2008, 10:48:17 PM »

UPDATE :

have been too busy with my son (7 months old) and wife to get to the workbench..............typical! Just when I get the bug again, life gets in the way......but it is worth it.

Paul Taylor · « **Reply #23 on:** September 29, 2008, 05:55:14 AM »

Quote from: Wynn Robins on September 28, 2008, 10:48:17 PM

UPDATE :

have been too busy with my son (7 months old) and wife to get to the workbench..............typical! Just when I get the bug again, life gets in the way......but it is worth it.

Yup. Hung them babies. Next time you turn around Jr will be off to collage.