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Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
10-04-2017, 02:20 AM
Replies: 1,681
Views: 454,942
Posted By WI53072

I have met a couple of people who do not use the...

I have met a couple of people who do not use the rear tube. The rational is that they are for anti-rotational alignment and that the rear tabs are substantial enough to accomplish this alone.

My...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-25-2017, 08:57 AM
Replies: 1,681
Views: 454,942
Posted By WI53072

I purchased my replacement tubes from speedy...

I purchased my replacement tubes from speedy metal an area distributor. It is a has a bit thicker wall and is hard Alum. You can also order it from Ohio RC products

Here is a pic of my surgery and...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-22-2017, 05:26 AM
Replies: 1,681
Views: 454,942
Posted By WI53072

SJ, i used your method and repaired my left...

SJ,

i used your method and repaired my left rear tube on the center section. It still is a little tight but 100% better! Thanks!

By replacing both wings and fixing the rear left tube center...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-13-2017, 03:56 PM
Replies: 1,681
Views: 454,942
Posted By WI53072

Well the outter panels helped me immensely. The...

Well the outter panels helped me immensely. The left wing not perfect, but muccchhh improved. The right wing panel slid right on.

im still waiting to hear back from Cody at HH and anticipate they...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-12-2017, 10:00 AM
Replies: 1,681
Views: 454,942
Posted By WI53072

By the sounds of it you may not only need new...

By the sounds of it you may not only need new outer panels like i did but you may need a center section too. If this is the case, i would ask that they test fit the items at HH before they send them...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-12-2017, 04:11 AM
Replies: 1,681
Views: 454,942
Posted By WI53072

I would call Horizon I think you may be able to...

I would call Horizon I think you may be able to get them to get your defective parts replaced. I'm fortunate that my outter panels were causing me the bulk of my trouble. Sounds like you need all new...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-12-2017, 03:50 AM
Replies: 1,681
Views: 454,942
Posted By WI53072

SJ, I think the rear tube center section on...

SJ,

I think the rear tube center section on the left side the culprit!
Front tubes both sides alignment checks. Thanks for your posts on how to check alignment.
Paul
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-10-2017, 09:52 AM
Replies: 1,681
Views: 454,942
Posted By WI53072

I purchased 1.250" aluminum tubes which are about...

I purchased 1.250" aluminum tubes which are about .010" smaller in diameter than the so called 32mm factory tubes and that has helped with getting the tubes in the recievers. I am using the supplied...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-10-2017, 05:46 AM
Replies: 1,681
Views: 454,942
Posted By WI53072

New panels arrived. Right wing perfect now no...

New panels arrived. Right wing perfect now no binding. See pic. Left wing panel stil tight but much improved.

More to come.
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-08-2017, 09:11 AM
Replies: 1,681
Views: 454,942
Posted By WI53072

Pictures sent to Horizon

Pictures sent to Horizon
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-08-2017, 03:30 AM
Replies: 1,681
Views: 454,942
Posted By WI53072

Well for sure on the right wing it is the front...

Well for sure on the right wing it is the front tube because with it removed and the rear tube in, the wing fits perfectly without bind of misalignment. So I need a new right wing outter panel. As...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-07-2017, 07:29 PM
Replies: 1,681
Views: 454,942
Posted By WI53072

SJ, update Picture 1 right wing front tube...

SJ, update

Picture 1 right wing front tube removed rear tube left in perfect fit. So front tube misaligned. Second picture is of left wing both tubes removed. The left wing no matter what tube...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-07-2017, 07:09 PM
Replies: 1,681
Views: 454,942
Posted By WI53072

SJ, After shortening the large tube 9/16"...

SJ,

After shortening the large tube 9/16" and fitting the flap tab, the left wing (right pic above) slides together almost but verrrrrrry tight and leaving a 1/4 inch gap at the the rear portion...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-07-2017, 04:04 PM
Replies: 1,681
Views: 454,942
Posted By WI53072

Guys, Right picture partially figured out....

Guys,

Right picture partially figured out. The large tube from the factory needed to be cut off 9/16" !!! That means the wing tube was installed improperly. Now i am almost able to get the wing...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-06-2017, 07:24 PM
Replies: 1,681
Views: 454,942
Posted By WI53072

SJ, check out these pics of my outter wing...

SJ,

check out these pics of my outter wing panels. Any suggestion how to get these lined up properly? Is this where I need to do the wing tube surgery?

Also, my flaps are bottoming out when in...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-06-2017, 09:06 AM
Replies: 1,681
Views: 454,942
Posted By WI53072

Wow, that is horrific! Looks like the wing just...

Wow, that is horrific! Looks like the wing just tore out of the center section. Was a high g maneuver but not that high to cause that sort of failure. This causes me even more concern with this...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-04-2017, 07:42 AM
Replies: 1,681
Views: 454,942
Posted By WI53072

Here is my radio install. Working on fitting the...

Here is my radio install. Working on fitting the lower cowl over the OS 60GT now. After that is done I can install the center wing section and began the process of getting the outer wing panels. I...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-02-2017, 06:10 PM
Replies: 1,681
Views: 454,942
Posted By WI53072

Barracuda you keep saying this, I'm close. It...

Barracuda you keep saying this, I'm close. It has been a frustrating process.

I still have to address the wing tube I'll fit before I can even see if the bolt tabs can be checked for proper...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-01-2017, 01:57 PM
Replies: 1,681
Views: 454,942
Posted By WI53072

Found some carbon fiber tubes that may work. ...

Found some carbon fiber tubes that may work.

https://compositeenvisions.com/roll-wrapped-carbon-fiber-tube-twill-weave-gloss-finish-1-25-od-48-long-1620.html?zenid=2dd68fe76b8200a9f3c0e0742427d2da...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-01-2017, 01:01 PM
Replies: 1,681
Views: 454,942
Posted By WI53072

I wonder if you can get carbon fiber...

I wonder if you can get carbon fiber replacements? Seems a 32mm tube would work. Thoughts on this?

Thanks
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-01-2017, 10:37 AM
Replies: 1,681
Views: 454,942
Posted By WI53072

Guys, happy I'm not the only person with the...

Guys,

happy I'm not the only person with the wing tube fit issue. Thinking of taking them to a machine shop and get them shaved down a couple .001"
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-01-2017, 08:58 AM
Replies: 1,681
Views: 454,942
Posted By WI53072

when mounting the OS 60, is the mounting bolt...

when mounting the OS 60, is the mounting bolt pattern the same as the included drill guide?

thanks


Yes, they are
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
06-01-2017, 08:57 AM
Replies: 1,681
Views: 454,942
Posted By WI53072

Anybody have a good solution to the overly tight...

Anybody have a good solution to the overly tight wing tube fitment issue? Sanding? Replace with Carbon Fiber? My tubes are very tight!

Thanks in advance!

Paul
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
05-16-2017, 07:23 PM
Replies: 1,681
Views: 454,942
Posted By WI53072

when mounting the OS 60, is the mounting bolt...

when mounting the OS 60, is the mounting bolt pattern the same as the included drill guide?

thanks
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
05-16-2017, 06:46 PM
Replies: 1,681
Views: 454,942
Posted By WI53072

H9 could of done better with the quality control...

H9 could of done better with the quality control on this one. I continue on with mine and hope to fly it this summer.

If this plane is discontinued along with the Spitfire it will be too bad.
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