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Title: UK Teosawki completed
Post by: pipemakermike on February 04, 2014, 03:16:40 AM
I have finished the building now and just have to bolt in the motor and fit the tank.  I will report on the how my version flies later
The weight as it is in the pictures is 20.3oz which seems to be nearly 4oz less than the 24oz reported in the article about it.  I haven't done anything to hold the weight down in fact just the opposite  The covering is Oracover transparent rather than the slc of the original, the model has had 2 coats of 2pack clear fuel proofer and the red was applied over that and a further coat of the fuelproofer applied over that.
I will update the drawings and templates I used to build this model and make them available.  I also had plans to get a couple of part sets laser cut and build a couple more.  I also have to make a leading edge cutting jig as the ones I used for this model were rather compromised by my not knowing how to jig them.
Thanks to everybody who has helped me getting data for this project.
There will be a bit of a delay in finishing off the drawings as my wife died last week and I am a bit lost without her.

(http://www.machineconcepts.co.uk/aeromodelling/teosawki_completed_1.jpg)

(http://www.machineconcepts.co.uk/aeromodelling/teosawki_completed_2.jpg)
Title: Re: UK Teosawki completed
Post by: Serge_Krauss on February 04, 2014, 05:12:27 AM
I'm very, very sorry to hear of your loss. That's VERY tough! The plane looks great, and the weight is impressive. Do what's best for YOU! Best wishes.

SK
Title: Re: UK Teosawki completed
Post by: Scott Richlen on February 04, 2014, 05:16:11 AM
I like what you did with the leading edge coloring.  How did you do that?

And very sorry to hear of your wife's passing.  My deep condolences.

Scott
Title: Re: UK Teosawki completed
Post by: pipemakermike on February 04, 2014, 06:49:43 AM
Hi Scott
The leading edge is Christmas wrapping paper - I asked my wife to choose it when she was shopping.
Title: Re: UK Teosawki completed
Post by: john e. holliday on February 04, 2014, 08:56:15 AM
Mike, it is a shock to learn of your wifes passing.   Take care and GOD be with you.   The plane looks great and should fly great.   Maybe get with someone on getting this to a kit production.
Title: Re: UK Teosawki completed
Post by: Paul Taylor on February 04, 2014, 11:40:38 AM
Mike
Sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences.
Title: Re: UK Teosawki completed
Post by: Tim Wescott on February 04, 2014, 12:46:18 PM
Mike, you have my condolences.
Title: Re: UK Teosawki completed
Post by: proparc on February 04, 2014, 12:58:30 PM
So sorry to hear about your loss. You have friends here-always.
Title: Re: UK Teosawki completed
Post by: Bill Little on February 04, 2014, 01:35:43 PM
Mike,

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your wife!  My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.

Bill
Title: Re: UK Teosawki completed
Post by: David_Stack on February 04, 2014, 03:23:10 PM
Mike;

  Heartfelt condolences at the loss of your wife.

  May this Teosawki and it's leading edge graphic which is her contribution provide you joy to last a lifetime, and serve as a reminder of the special place which she held in your life.

r/
David Stack

Title: Re: UK Teosawki completed
Post by: Russell Shaffer on February 04, 2014, 08:00:31 PM
I am very sorry to hear of your wife's passing. 
Title: Re: UK Teosawki completed
Post by: Duke.Johnson on February 05, 2014, 08:45:18 AM
I'm very sorry to hear of your loss.
Title: Re: UK Teosawki completed
Post by: Will Davis on February 05, 2014, 04:25:23 PM
Mike,

 Our condolences from this side of the pond for your loss.  The red christmas covering is a nice touch from your wife.

The  teosawki looks good, you put alot of work in it to assure It is  a accurate build of the later versions of  teosawki that were built by Clayton Smith, he would be proud to have one flying in another country.
Title: Re: UK Teosawki completed
Post by: Willie Johnson on February 05, 2014, 05:25:20 PM
Mike,

My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.  You've done a great job with the Teosawki.  Thanks for sharing the build.  I look forward to seeing your new plans.
Title: Re: UK Teosawki completed
Post by: Randy Cuberly on February 05, 2014, 06:09:20 PM
Mike,
I'm very sorry to hear about the loss of your wife.  A loss of any loved one is a terible thing but the loss of a wife or child is a truly a life changing experience.
My sincere condolences.  I'm sure your family will help and support you through this sad time.
Know that you have the support and friendship of your family here in Stunt Hanger also.

Randy Cuberly
Title: Re: UK Teosawki completed
Post by: Joe Connelly on February 05, 2014, 08:49:23 PM
Sorry to hear about your wife Mike. I lost mine in 2008 and I miss her very much. The Teosawki looks really good Mike. My prayers for you and your wife.

Joe Connelly
Title: Re: UK Teosawki completed
Post by: Kreth on February 06, 2014, 11:31:05 AM
Mike, I am also so sorry for you.  I've been married to my wife 49 years this March and she is just a part of who I am.  I will remember you in my prayers.