Build: Kimball-Somenzini Python 100

[pitviper51]

thats one SICK bipe!! im watching this! looks great so far..
mike

[WangoTango]

	Quote: Originally Posted by kjkimball
	WT, Look at the opening page photo again. When I look at it, I see the front of the cowl blacked out above and below the horizontal opening slot. This is how it was at Joe Nall. Recall the photos of this airplane at Toledo had the half circles painted blue like the nose of the cowl and lots of folks pointed to that saying it should be blacked out which was done when the airplane was assembled in May. Kevin

Kevin,
Yeah, I was seeing the same thing you were. I was also wondering if they have discovered you can fly the Python without that "baffle" or if that is just a static cowl for pictures. Reza, jump in here and tell us.
WT

[Cracky]

	Quote: Originally Posted by storklappe
	On a big plane, I always mount the landing gear as early as possible. There is less chance of the fuselage being damaged if it can "stand" on its own.

Bingo!

Get her up on its gear.....

[Reza]

No it is not cut out. It looks so blackish in the pic that you hardly can see it. I won't be cutting! Once I install the engine I will evaluate the engine temperature with the system that I have and if there was any need for baffling I will let you guys know.

	Quote: Originally Posted by storklappe
	On a big plane, I always mount the landing gear as early as possible. There is less chance of the fuselage being damaged if it can "stand" on its own. Are you going to cut out the front of the cowl (the picture of the Python on the opening of the Flying Giants site shows the entire round part cut out -- as opposed to a rectangular cut out)?

[Reza]

No it is not cut. Those black rings or in case of Full Scale scheme I guess dark blue rings are there and will not interfere with engine installation.

Thank you I always think this is a hobby and we are in it for fun, no reason for giving each other hard time!

	Quote: Originally Posted by WangoTango
	Reza, Post # 27 asked about the front opening of the cowl. Is this being cut open all the way or is it being cut to resemble a baffle for the motor? WT PS: Thrilled to no end to know the wingspan! You're a good sport after all my razzing!

[Reza]

Kevin,

Thank you so much for helping out! You are one true, humble Gentleman.

	Quote: Originally Posted by kjkimball
	WT, Look at the opening page photo again. When I look at it, I see the front of the cowl blacked out above and below the horizontal opening slot. This is how it was at Joe Nall. Recall the photos of this airplane at Toledo had the half circles painted blue like the nose of the cowl and lots of folks pointed to that saying it should be blacked out which was done when the airplane was assembled in May. Kevin

[Reza]

Back to work. I'll catch up with you guys later this evening. Please take a moment and answer my question. More feedback the better.

Reza

[DR10044]

If the control surfaces are not hinged, I start there. If the tail feathers are not attached, I will mount the engine next, easier to stand on the tail while they are not attached. Next would be the tail feathers. If the tail feathers are attached, I put it on its legs and then do the engine. Next I fit the tank, then on to the servos. The last thing I do is the cowl. I then check the balance without the receiver or power equipment and once I determine where it needs to go I install that equipment. I then set the throws and go over everything one or two times to make sure I did not miss something and to make sure everything is tight. Works for me.

[Devin McGrath]

Looks great! I can't wait to see more.

[WangoTango]

Devin,
Nice website and good flying! After looking over your site, I have one question: No Flying Giants listed on the left column?? That addition will make your site STELLAR!! Good luck on your flying and keep up the good grades! Get a Python and show 'em how it's done!
WT

[Reza]

Since I received the Python, my son says it’s his so I had to bribe him with a toy Bi-Plane. I am just hoping he doesn’t come back and tell me he has changed his mind!

OK I will continue with the vertical fin and rudder installation tonight. Plan is going in the garage until at least mid night, so if I didn’t upload stuff tonight, I will tomorrow.

Cheers,
Reza

[Vahn]

Reza,

Tommorow is my birthday.

So, what I'm saying is, you need to finish up tonight and bring this out to Blackstarr tommorow and let me practice hovering with it.

Just kidding of course...

Vahn

[Mokken]

Nice...

[bnaderi]

Very nice! Reza I can help you out anytime tomorrow and Sunday. Please drop me an email if you want me to come over. I think locally we all owe it to you since you have been always helpful at the field!

Great job so far,
BNaderi

[Reza]

Guys,

Thank you very much for your inputs.

Happy Birthday Vahn.

Bnaderi,

I truly appreciate the offer and I will email you. I know I can use your help. Thanks for the kind words as well.