TexMechsRobot
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I just found this thread not knowing that the Bug is a very common and well tested plane. I had intended to make mine an HLG but Craftydan has me thinking about the DLG version. I've built balsa before so I do know some stuff but I'm in the middle of this build and this would be my first DLG. What should I know?
I'm working with the original HLG plans that are hosted on Outerzone and just found the plans on page 3 of this threaad for the x-tail version. I've finished the fuselage and haven't put any glass or reinforcement on it at all. I also haven't placed any electronics although I do have them purchased.
My questions come down to reinforcement and how to build it so it can handle the lateral stresses of DLG launches. I'm planning to build the tail out of 3/32 balsa with .75 oz glass on both sides of all surfaces. I also plan to do a spring-pull setup for the control surfaces. How should I mount these so that the don't rip off on the first throw? Should I do something other than 3/32 glassed balsa?
How do I mount a blade or peg in the wing tip so that it doesn't rip out? Does it go at the end of the carbon spar? Should I modify the wing build to account for the launch stresses?
I think that's all of my questions to this point. Thanks for any help!
I'm working with the original HLG plans that are hosted on Outerzone and just found the plans on page 3 of this threaad for the x-tail version. I've finished the fuselage and haven't put any glass or reinforcement on it at all. I also haven't placed any electronics although I do have them purchased.
My questions come down to reinforcement and how to build it so it can handle the lateral stresses of DLG launches. I'm planning to build the tail out of 3/32 balsa with .75 oz glass on both sides of all surfaces. I also plan to do a spring-pull setup for the control surfaces. How should I mount these so that the don't rip off on the first throw? Should I do something other than 3/32 glassed balsa?
How do I mount a blade or peg in the wing tip so that it doesn't rip out? Does it go at the end of the carbon spar? Should I modify the wing build to account for the launch stresses?
I think that's all of my questions to this point. Thanks for any help!