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Old 05-27-2006, 11:30 AM   #85 (permalink)
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Ahhh, excellent, cant wait for another crystal test!
Just kidding.... Cant wait to see it in the air though!

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Old 05-27-2006, 11:36 AM   #86 (permalink)
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Excellent looking build your making a lot of us jealous.
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Looks awesome!

One question though. 3 hinges in the rudder, is that enough? This IS a 40% bird... Just curious
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Old 05-27-2006, 12:44 PM   #88 (permalink)
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There are 4 and they are BIG. Should be fine
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Old 05-27-2006, 12:53 PM   #89 (permalink)
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Oh yea! I didn't see the 4th one. Yes, should be fine. Sorry bud
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craig dont let tank fly it whatever you do !!!! just kidding !!! looks good my new 37.5 yak going up sunday ill let u guys know about the maiden !!! and yes tank i did tape the crystals in !!!
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Maiden next weekend ??? Looks good craig!
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Old 05-27-2006, 08:50 PM   #92 (permalink)
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Glad to see you're back to building Craig, I can't wait to hear the flight report.
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Thanks Cloudshaker. almost done now! Finished the front end. I Hysoled the motor box top in place and cut an access hole to inspect/service things. Sealed the hole with transparent Ultracote to see what's going on
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Here is the pilot installed and the canopy fitted. Will Goop it on permanently tonight
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Elie, I'll mount the handle just for you!! Maybe Sunday, we'll see how it goes. Call me tomorrow with Tom's address and I will get your horn out to him. I will get an all up weight soon. Craig
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