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Forum: Kit Building
11-04-2022, 05:11 AM
Replies: 2,472
Views: 543,432
Posted By vogelm1

Unfortunately I sold the plane about a year ago,...

Unfortunately I sold the plane about a year ago, and also don't have pics of the set up. But I recall placing the ignition either next to fuel tank (you can get by with a much smaller tank by the...
Forum: Kit Building
11-02-2022, 05:21 AM
Replies: 2,472
Views: 543,432
Posted By vogelm1

Same here... been into gas now about 3 years. ...

Same here... been into gas now about 3 years. They are a little less powerful than their glow counterparts of the same displacement, but not by a major factor. IMO the fuel savings, efficiency, and...
Forum: Kit Building
11-01-2022, 06:47 PM
Replies: 2,472
Views: 543,432
Posted By vogelm1

I'm not sure if I was the one who mentioned...

I'm not sure if I was the one who mentioned flying mine with a Saito FG-21, and not following up here. If so, my apologies. It flies awesome with the FG-21. It won't have unlimited vertical, but...
Forum: Kit Building
11-07-2019, 06:30 PM
Replies: 2,472
Views: 543,432
Posted By vogelm1

The missing hardware pack wouldn't be a big deal...

The missing hardware pack wouldn't be a big deal to an experienced builder - clevis's, screws, etc can be had elsewhere. However the 2 aluminum cabanes (A-frame pieces) and the thin plywood turtle...
Forum: Kit Building
04-15-2019, 02:29 PM
Replies: 2,472
Views: 543,432
Posted By vogelm1

Is the landing gear on ARF version also wire like...

Is the landing gear on ARF version also wire like the kit? If so, you may want to consider replacing with a carbon fiber gear - it's much lighter and stiffer, which should alleviate the sagging you...
Forum: Kit Building
02-25-2019, 07:55 PM
Replies: 2,472
Views: 543,432
Posted By vogelm1

You bet. Lanier did this with a couple other...

You bet. Lanier did this with a couple other original Goldberg models as well. I have a Super Chipmunk kit in a black box version...same everything just laser cut.
Forum: Kit Building
02-25-2019, 06:01 PM
Replies: 2,472
Views: 543,432
Posted By vogelm1

I'm fuzzy on the dates and other details, but...

I'm fuzzy on the dates and other details, but Goldberg was bought out by Lanier (I believe) in the early 2000's - they didn't change the kit except for laser cutting parts, and the router-cut...
Forum: Kit Building
02-25-2019, 05:53 PM
Replies: 2,472
Views: 543,432
Posted By vogelm1

I've built both versions and each has their minor...

I've built both versions and each has their minor advantages/disadvantages...nothing that would steer me one way or another. The black box laser-cut kits obviously have nice accurate parts cutting...
Forum: Kit Building
12-11-2018, 06:30 PM
Replies: 2,472
Views: 543,432
Posted By vogelm1

Mikeyk - The pin is just a standard 2-56...

Mikeyk -

The pin is just a standard 2-56 rod. The long straight portion is 7" in length with a rounded chamfer on the end that goes inside the wing. Hopefully you can duplicate the "Z" bend in...
Forum: Kit Building
11-11-2018, 06:10 AM
Replies: 2,472
Views: 543,432
Posted By vogelm1

Fiberglass Specialties has the canopy as well.

Fiberglass Specialties has the canopy as well.
Forum: Kit Building
04-22-2018, 05:24 AM
Replies: 2,472
Views: 543,432
Posted By vogelm1

Tough decision, right? Either plane will be worth...

Tough decision, right? Either plane will be worth the covering tune-up. I have another Super Stinker 'stashed' in my kit collection that's been tempting me for the past couple years. I think next...
Forum: Kit Building
04-21-2018, 08:19 AM
Replies: 2,472
Views: 543,432
Posted By vogelm1

I can't speak to how you'd modify the upper wing...

I can't speak to how you'd modify the upper wing mount, but as far as acquiring the aluminum (if you'd have to make a new cabane), those strips can be found at most home improvement stores...Lowe's,...
Forum: Kit Building
03-30-2018, 03:19 PM
Replies: 2,472
Views: 543,432
Posted By vogelm1

I believe you are referring to the supports...

I believe you are referring to the supports (cabanes) between the upper and lower wings? You can purchase strips of aluminum that have the same dimensions for width and thickness at Lowe's or Home...
Forum: Kit Building
03-03-2018, 02:17 PM
Replies: 2,472
Views: 543,432
Posted By vogelm1

Graph Tech RC sells a set of carbon gear (made...

Graph Tech RC sells a set of carbon gear (made for a 25% Aeroworks Edge 540) that matches the stock gear spread and angles perfectly. It's part #114. They are very light and sharp looking.
Forum: Kit Building
01-27-2018, 02:29 PM
Replies: 2,472
Views: 543,432
Posted By vogelm1

The dual servo option is much better - that bell...

The dual servo option is much better - that bell crank system does what it's supposed to do, but all those linkages and connections create slop, which you don't need. I've got standard size servos...
Forum: Kit Building
10-27-2017, 11:27 AM
Replies: 2,472
Views: 543,432
Posted By vogelm1

Definitely agree with peternj - spot on. I meant...

Definitely agree with peternj - spot on. I meant to add in my last post that those prices I shot out there were what I paid recently for 2 kits I purchased on eBay. And they were for the die-cut...
Forum: Kit Building
10-27-2017, 04:36 AM
Replies: 2,472
Views: 543,432
Posted By vogelm1

I've seen kits in pristine condition (perfect...

I've seen kits in pristine condition (perfect box, with undisturbed contents) basically in the same condition the day it was bought go for $325 plus shipping. But that was likely to a collector that...
Forum: Kit Building
07-23-2017, 05:50 PM
Replies: 2,472
Views: 543,432
Posted By vogelm1

Jesus (jescardin) should be around shortly to...

Jesus (jescardin) should be around shortly to officially welcome you and assign an official number - may take a day or two, as was the case for me. Great thread to subscribe to with lots of helpful...
Forum: Kit Building
07-23-2017, 04:29 PM
Replies: 2,472
Views: 543,432
Posted By vogelm1

Sounds like a neat project! If you need a set of...

Sounds like a neat project! If you need a set of carbon gear to work from or get you through initially, Graph Tech RC sells a set (made for a 25% Aeroworks Edge 540) that matches the stock gear...
Forum: Kit Building
07-12-2017, 11:20 AM
Replies: 2,472
Views: 543,432
Posted By vogelm1

Thanks Jesus! Had some hours into that covering...

Thanks Jesus! Had some hours into that covering job, as well as the painted layers on cowl and wheel pants. Weather hasn't cooperated yet to fly (waiting for a nice sunny calm evening) but looking...
Forum: Kit Building
07-03-2017, 09:46 AM
Replies: 2,472
Views: 543,432
Posted By vogelm1

Fiberglass Specialties has them for $38. ...

Fiberglass Specialties has them for $38.

Fiberglass Specialties Inc Catalog (http://www.fiberglassspecialtiesinc.com/catalog.htm)

I just ordered one a few months ago and they're really nice -...
Forum: Kit Building
07-03-2017, 09:00 AM
Replies: 2,472
Views: 543,432
Posted By vogelm1

Finally finished the Ultimate! I had it framed up...

Finally finished the Ultimate! I had it framed up a couple winters ago, but sat for the longest time in the bones. This past March I was motivated and got the covering done; the scheme was basically...
Forum: Kit Building
05-04-2017, 07:05 PM
Replies: 2,472
Views: 543,432
Posted By vogelm1

If the rear seats fold down, you should be able...

If the rear seats fold down, you should be able to fit it in diagonally. We had a Subaru wagon for awhile and could transport planes this size fully assembled. Hopefully it works for you - nice to...
Forum: Kit Building
04-18-2017, 02:19 PM
Replies: 2,472
Views: 543,432
Posted By vogelm1

Has anyone tried to locate a carbon fiber landing...

Has anyone tried to locate a carbon fiber landing gear for their Ultimate? I would go the aluminum route, but the one popular maker appears to be having some issues. Graph Tech hasn't responded to...
Forum: Kit Building
04-14-2017, 03:18 PM
Replies: 2,472
Views: 543,432
Posted By vogelm1

Double-check that the fuse is square, then begin...

Double-check that the fuse is square, then begin tacking corner joints with thick CA. I agree with you, no thin CA on ply parts. I typically run a bead of medium/thick CA along each fuse seam and...
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