@Javiester - awsome build! It looks like you've mastered the MS build techniques. Did you use any filler on the seems?
@rockyboy - can't wait to see yours finished and flying!!
That spinner looks perfect!The props finally came in, along with a proper fitting collet, so I was able to put that in place finally.
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And in order to get the right spinner stand off from the body, I had to move the motor mount a good bit (wasn't glued in yet) and completely redo the battery box approach. Now it's back in a position much closer to the plans, but will still be held in with foam and balsa blocking instead of velcro.
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So let's check out that spinner! Nicely centered, even with the down and right thrust line.
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A little gap between spinner and fuselage from the side angle, but necessary so the prop doesn't hit the nose on the bottom right edge.
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So it's time to get ready for the final paint! First I used 400 grit sandpaper to go over all the doculam to rough up the surface, and then cleaned that with rubbing alcohol. Then it all gets a light spray coat of a plastic adhesion promoter - basically a clear and flexible primer for plastics. There are a couple of these products available, the one I'm using was designed for auto body repairs.
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REALLY looks GREAT Rockyjon!!! 💯👌😜 The Spinner turned out to be perfect. Moving the Motor didn't upset the balance, did it??The props finally came in, along with a proper fitting collet, so I was able to put that in place finally.
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And in order to get the right spinner stand off from the body, I had to move the motor mount a good bit (wasn't glued in yet) and completely redo the battery box approach. Now it's back in a position much closer to the plans, but will still be held in with foam and balsa blocking instead of velcro.
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So let's check out that spinner! Nicely centered, even with the down and right thrust line.
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A little gap between spinner and fuselage from the side angle, but necessary so the prop doesn't hit the nose on the bottom right edge.
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So it's time to get ready for the final paint! First I used 400 grit sandpaper to go over all the doculam to rough up the surface, and then cleaned that with rubbing alcohol. Then it all gets a light spray coat of a plastic adhesion promoter - basically a clear and flexible primer for plastics. There are a couple of these products available, the one I'm using was designed for auto body repairs.
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Good idea! That might be just the trick to get paint to stick tight to doculam. You'll know for sure if you plan to use masking tape.Then it all gets a light spray coat of a plastic adhesion promoter - basically a clear and flexible primer for plastics. There are a couple of these products available, the one I'm using was designed for auto body repairs.