Wild Hare 35% Edge

[Tired Old Man]

I'm sure there is a 35% Edge thread somewhere in this forum but I was too lazy to go back more than a few pages looking. In any case, I've been sitting on this kit since about April and sort of figured it was time to get started on it. It's one of the 4 prototypes that were parceled out for pre production inspections and possible changes so the colors will likely not be what arrives with the production planes. Work kept me from getting on this sooner but assembly and first flights will follow as time permits and this thread grows. The usual top notch quality and parts fit is evident from the moment you open the box. Carbon fiber wing tubes front and rear will be supporting the wings.

A couple of basic question answers: Length, 93" tip of rudder to face of cowl. W/S: 102.5".

My plans are to use a 100cc twin since I have several not in use at the moment, although an 85cc single would be more than enough for it. That's been proven already. Anybody need a new 3w-106 with the Cactus/Salas performance upgrades? It's one of too many 100's I have laying around.

So I ordered one of Tom's hardware kits since him and I usually use pretty much the same components, along with five of the new Hitec 79 series servos to drive everything. The hardware kit contains the fuel tank, fuel line,fuel dot, carbon or 'glass tube to make up your own linkages, tires and axels, clevises, pull/pull components, and so forth. While I was at it I figured it was time to try out the A123 batteries so I also ordered one of Tom's 123 starter kits. Picked up a real sexy tailwheel from J&J and if it works out as good as I believe it will I'm going to try and talk Tom into carrying them. Slick stuff, but not cheap.

Pictures below with a 100cc twin in front of the cowl to prove this isn't another of the 28% planes. The pictured engine is likely not what will be used on this plane since Tom has some new twins arriving soon.

[Greyhoundman]

I have had my 35% edge almost as long as you, but have not worked on it much until recently, its almost done hope to maiden it in a couple weeks.....work schedule permitting of course. I still need to get some aerographix bling for it also. I have a DA 100 in mine with 8711's on ailerons and rudder and 5955's on the elevators. just need to finish up the batts, switches, and CG it.
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[Tired Old Man]

Did you add the top color on the wings? Looks good! My prototype came with all white uppers so I have to come up with colors and a top design.

She looks pretty straight forward for the assembly with tons of room for whatever I may want to do inside. Very similar to the interior of the 41% Giles. My parts fit is so far excellent, how has your been? I'm a little sheepish about not getting this one together until now.

[Greyhoundman]

Yep I added the color on the wings and changed the stabs, it was a real pain to put the color ultracoat on the white and make it look good. If I had it to do over I would strip the top and start from scratch. The parts have fit very well together, the only thing that has not is my own fault. I got a bit carried away with the glue on the elevator hinges and overflowed in to the end of the tube socket. almost have it all sanded back out....fits but a little tight still. One thing that has really sped up the assembly is having the hard points already pilot drilled, made things very easy. I also opted for one of the J&J tailwheels as you did.

[Tired Old Man]

Well, good fortune will smile upon all since the production planes wil come in living color. One of the schemes I wish I had. Sort of an "Austin Powers" type British theme. Just awesome!

The J&J tailwheel is a perfect fit for this plane! Took about 20 minutes to align, drill, and attach it to the plane. Seems to have about the right amount of "spring" to it as well.

The ring on the cowl says a 4-1/2" spinner will be the one.

[T. Bob]

Another ugly WildHare.

Good Luck

[Tired Old Man]

Had a few of them now. Still do, except for the couple I crashed, and they've all been great aircraft.

[MadMonkey]

	Quote: Originally Posted by T. Bob
	Another ugly WildHare. Good Luck

Well aren't you just a ray of sunshine...

[wildhare]

	Quote: Originally Posted by T. Bob
	Another ugly WildHare. Good Luck

I used to take exception to T.Bob, now if he doesn't make an insult I'm disappointed.

TF

[RustyTumbles]

	Quote: Originally Posted by T. Bob
	Another ugly WildHare. Good Luck

Love me Wild Hare's........

[RustyTumbles]

Hey Tom,

Any idea when the 35% edge will be available down under?

[wildhare]

Not soon, you need to talk to Howie and tell him to order some.

TF