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Forum: Electric Ducted Fan Jets 01-31-2013, 10:25 PM
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Posted By Maximus
Thanks to all for the comments on my build. Sorry...

Thanks to all for the comments on my build. Sorry to see the crash, but as it has already been said, test functions like flaps and speed brakes at a good altitude.

My speed brake is further back...
Forum: Warbird Electrics 01-02-2013, 09:06 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 348
Posted By Maximus
Royal/Marutaka F4U .60 (Electric Conversion)

Hi folks, this is my 1/8 scale Royal/Marutaka F4U-1D built first as a glow powered plane and then converted to electric. The only part of the original kit I used was a new aluminum cowl I got off of...
Forum: Electric Ducted Fan Jets 05-17-2012, 12:51 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,905
Posted By Maximus
Here is how I did the pylon and speed brake, I...

Here is how I did the pylon and speed brake, I recommend them!
Forum: Electric Ducted Fan Jets 05-17-2012, 12:41 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,905
Posted By Maximus
Here are some updated pictures for your viewing...

Here are some updated pictures for your viewing pleasure, you can clearly see the speed brake on landing.
Forum: Electric Ducted Fan Jets 05-17-2012, 12:27 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,905
Posted By Maximus
Sorry to here about your problems, man not sure...

Sorry to here about your problems, man not sure what to say but mine is set up just as the manual says. My stabs were positioned right at the center of the servo for the first flight. I did have to...
Forum: Electric Ducted Fan Jets 03-15-2012, 12:59 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,905
Posted By Maximus
Hey guys, I built another Hun, so here is a video...

Hey guys, I built another Hun, so here is a video of it, kind of looks like the last one! If there is any interest I will answer any questions!
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Forum: Electric Ducted Fan Jets 03-29-2011, 04:47 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,905
Posted By Maximus
Ok Ok already, enough with the speculation! Drum...

Ok Ok already, enough with the speculation! Drum roll please…. It crashed on the maiden, didn’t last more than 30 seconds in the air. I bought a new JR Radio, X9503 for this build, I was talked into...
Forum: Electric Ducted Fan Jets 04-01-2010, 06:03 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,905
Posted By Maximus
I may fly this thing this weekend, so wish me...

I may fly this thing this weekend, so wish me luck!:blah: I have not finished my drop tanks and bombs, but I will have time for that after the maiden.
Forum: Electric Ducted Fan Jets 03-23-2010, 03:04 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,905
Posted By Maximus
Thanks Alpea42! Thanks Jim, I should have...

Thanks Alpea42!

Thanks Jim, I should have clarified that a bit about the pilots. I just meant that the pilots helmets are of the wrong era, not 1970 Vietnam style, they are modern. I liked the...
Forum: Electric Ducted Fan Jets 03-20-2010, 05:05 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,905
Posted By Maximus
Made my decals, just printed them out on clear...

Made my decals, just printed them out on clear and some on white decal paper.
I’m getting all the servo’s and stuff installed now, so it won’t be long!
Forum: Electric Ducted Fan Jets 03-18-2010, 04:04 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,905
Posted By Maximus
I’m a little behind on the wing, just getting it...

I’m a little behind on the wing, just getting it painted now. I used CA hinges filled with 5min epoxy for my ailerons in case you all want to know. I also have my various air brushes that I used for...
Forum: Electric Ducted Fan Jets 03-18-2010, 03:55 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,905
Posted By Maximus
Forgot to add some pictures!:red:

Forgot to add some pictures!:red:
Forum: Electric Ducted Fan Jets 03-18-2010, 03:52 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,905
Posted By Maximus
Time for colors! I used Model Masters paints,...

Time for colors! I used Model Masters paints, first the basic colors then the weathering. I’m going to try my hand at detailing the aft aluminum skin with some burnt effects, we’ll see how I do!
Forum: Electric Ducted Fan Jets 03-18-2010, 03:49 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,905
Posted By Maximus
For glassing a bird like this where weight is...

For glassing a bird like this where weight is critical, you must use a light weight method. None better than thinning the resin about 40 percent resin to 60 percent denatured alcohol. It really...
Forum: Electric Ducted Fan Jets 03-18-2010, 03:37 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,905
Posted By Maximus
Thank you very much for the encouragement gents!...

Thank you very much for the encouragement gents! I have been really working on this baby!

I had to add one more detail, the very prominent and interesting refueling boom. She is now ready to...
Forum: Electric Ducted Fan Jets 03-04-2010, 08:50 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,905
Posted By Maximus
I thought I’d give my loyal readers an update,...

I thought I’d give my loyal readers an update, I’ve been making progress but I just have not been taking the time to post or take a lot of pictures, I’m making an extreme effort to get this thing...
Forum: Electric Ducted Fan Jets 03-01-2010, 05:33 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,905
Posted By Maximus
Thank you dumo01, and it's nice to have you along...

Thank you dumo01, and it's nice to have you along with my build.

The little details always take up tons of time, it just nickel and dimes you to death! I am making the tanks droppable using the...
Forum: Electric Ducted Fan Jets 03-01-2010, 12:58 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,905
Posted By Maximus
This is how she looks so far, I’ve also finished...

This is how she looks so far, I’ve also finished the cockpit. I ordered the cockpit from Skylake models, the pilots are not correct but they look cool anyway!
Forum: Electric Ducted Fan Jets 03-01-2010, 12:53 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,905
Posted By Maximus
I used a mixture of water putty, water and light...

I used a mixture of water putty, water and light weight spackle painted on the parts to smooth the surface in preparation for glassing. It works very well and actually stiffens the foam quite a bit...
Forum: Electric Ducted Fan Jets 03-01-2010, 12:48 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,905
Posted By Maximus
I sanded the fin to a nice shape, relocated the...

I sanded the fin to a nice shape, relocated the aileron servos and fixed the nose intake.
Forum: Electric Ducted Fan Jets 03-01-2010, 12:41 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,905
Posted By Maximus
I picked up the lighting system from EJF by...

I picked up the lighting system from EJF by RCLander, it says it’s for the Mig-17, but I got it to fit. I cut a groove 2” forward from the stock tail pipe and glued the lights in.
Forum: Electric Ducted Fan Jets 03-01-2010, 12:35 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,905
Posted By Maximus
Hi BirdDog, thanks for your comment, nice to have...

Hi BirdDog, thanks for your comment, nice to have you along! I've been messing around with models for a while I guess you could say!:tc:

I’m not sure what the stock ordinace is really, but I...
Forum: Electric Ducted Fan Jets 03-01-2010, 12:24 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,905
Posted By Maximus
Next I glued the stock ailerons back on and then...

Next I glued the stock ailerons back on and then cut them out at the scale location. I will then move the aileron servo closer to the center section eliminating about 14” of servo wire. I also fixed...
Forum: Electric Ducted Fan Jets 03-01-2010, 12:17 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,905
Posted By Maximus
Next mod will be to fix the landing gear. This is...

Next mod will be to fix the landing gear. This is pretty easy really, the full scale F-100 had the gear facing out, the Fly Fly model has the gear facing in. I used a strip of PC board to strengthen...
Forum: Electric Ducted Fan Jets 03-01-2010, 12:10 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,905
Posted By Maximus
Fly Fly F-100 Build

Hi all, new to the forums and I’m a n00b when it comes to jets and electrics! It’s interesting after being in this hobby so long and then starting something so new, it makes me feel just as I did...
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