The Life of My FT Spitfire

[Matthewdupreez]

I'm going to paint mine like that awesome look, amazing job @ThatPolishHotdog

 

[ThatPolishHotdog]

I'm going to paint mine like that awesome look, amazing job @ThatPolishHotdog

Thanks mate! Spittys look sooooo good in any camo scheme really.

 

[Matthewdupreez]

Thanks mate! Spittys look sooooo good in any camo scheme really.

yea my favorite is the brown and green camo, and the the dark sheen green with the light green

 

[Foam Folder]

Started the wings today.

Below is a before and after of the process. The red indicates where glue is applied and the direction the glue should be squeegeed.
View attachment 181435 Unfortunately, the squeegee does crinkle the paper and foam underneath, as seen above, but in my opinion is a better trade than a damaged wingtip. Work shall resume once I have a fresh batch of servos in hand.

I find taking a hot iron to the edges seems to stiffen them up a lot

 

[flamingo]

Paint job getting started with the underside.
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Masking tape off and she's all painted! Definitely one of my favorite paint schemes for any plane, ever.
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All that's left is the cockpit, exhausts, and markings. The cockpit has been a real pain in the ass to get right, but I am going to try my best as that Malcolm hood is such an iconic look.

looks good

 

[ThatPolishHotdog]

Well, she flies really good! I don't have video of the maiden but once I finish uploading a couple videos, I'll link them. For now, here is a still of one of today's flights.

 

[ThatPolishHotdog]

Here is a clip of it on a 4s. It has some zip.

 

[The Hangar]

Here is a clip of it on a 4s. It has some zip.

Nice and zippy for sure.

 

[Matthewdupreez]

cool

Here is a clip of it on a 4s. It has some zip.

 

[Matthewdupreez]

im looking forward to flying my spit. lol I haven't flown any of my 5 planes yet.

 

[ThatPolishHotdog]

im looking forward to flying my spit. lol I haven't flown any of my 5 planes yet.

Have fun when you do!

 

[BATTLEAXE]

Here is a clip of it on a 4s. It has some zip.

That was awesome, 4s is nice. Is that on a C pack?

 

[Matthewdupreez]

Have fun when you do!

I will

 

[ThatPolishHotdog]

That was awesome, 4s is nice. Is that on a C pack?

Yep. I have to say, while the FT gear is more on the pricey side, you really get what you pay for.

 

[Matthewdupreez]

Yep. I have to say, while the FT gear is more on the pricey side, you really get what you pay for.

yea they are realllllll pricey for me the c power pack is approx R1400 for me, more than a years worth of pocket money

 

[ThatPolishHotdog]

yea they are realllllll pricey for me the c power pack is approx R1400 for me, more than a years worth of pocket money

Are you a new flier?

 

[ThatPolishHotdog]

Got around to flying it again today. Here are some shots in the field.

Now would also be a good time for a parts list.

Radio: Dx6e
Receiver: R620X V3
Motor: FT Radial 2218 1180KV
ESC: FT 35A
Servos: Cheapo Amazon 9 grams
Prop: Master Airscrew 9x6
Battery: Any HK 3s 2.2Ah/4s 2.2Ah
Spinner: Great Planes 2.25in Black
Paint:
Black - Rustoleum Black Primer Flat
White - Rustoleum White Primer Flat
Brown - Rustoleum Nutmeg Satin
Green - Rustoleum Camo Green

 

[Matthewdupreez]

Are you a new flier?

how did you know??? yep I sure am

 

[ThatPolishHotdog]

how did you know??? yep I sure am

Well I wish you the best of luck in all of your flights!

 

[DazDaMan]

That looks pretty awesome.

I still haven't got around to making an FT Spitfire yet!