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Forum: Kit Building
10-19-2018, 07:27 AM
Replies: 3,856
Views: 497,091
Posted By TomCrump

Jolly We can look at my wing the next time you...

Jolly
We can look at my wing the next time you stop by. I probably have a set of tires that may provide that "Tundra Look", too.

Here's a link to my Kadet Senior build. It should have pics of how...
Forum: Kit Building
10-18-2018, 06:31 AM
Replies: 3,856
Views: 497,091
Posted By TomCrump

When adding ailerons to a model designed without...

When adding ailerons to a model designed without them, I suggest that you reduce the amount of designed in dihedral. This will reduce adverse yaw....
Forum: Kit Building
12-23-2017, 03:43 AM
Replies: 3,856
Views: 497,091
Posted By TomCrump

I think an enlarged Senior Kadet would be a great...

I think an enlarged Senior Kadet would be a great project. I hope that you build yours.
Forum: Kit Building
12-22-2017, 03:26 AM
Replies: 3,856
Views: 497,091
Posted By TomCrump

There is a 150% Kadet Senior being built on RCG....

There is a 150% Kadet Senior being built on RCG. https://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?3002946-150-Kadet-Candy-Bomber
Forum: Kit Building
11-13-2017, 02:52 AM
Replies: 3,856
Views: 497,091
Posted By TomCrump

I've been flying for 25+ years. I have two Kadet...

I've been flying for 25+ years. I have two Kadet Senior Sports and I still enjoy flying them. One is glow powered. The other, electric. I'm considering the Seniorita Sport, too.

As you can see, I...
Forum: Kit Building
10-17-2017, 02:24 PM
Replies: 3,856
Views: 497,091
Posted By TomCrump

My belief is that Sig uses the Craftsman term...

My belief is that Sig uses the Craftsman term because you need to be a craftsman to build one. There are few interlocking parts. Some parts need to be cut by the builder. It takes some experience to...
Forum: Kit Building
10-17-2017, 03:16 AM
Replies: 3,856
Views: 497,091
Posted By TomCrump

Ya, the Craftsman Series kits are the best, and...

Ya, the Craftsman Series kits are the best, and certainly more challenging than the rest of Sig's kit line up.

I'm thinking about building another Spacewalker II.
Forum: Kit Building
01-25-2017, 12:26 PM
Replies: 3,856
Views: 497,091
Posted By TomCrump

Here's a pic of the wing mount on my Kadet...

Here's a pic of the wing mount on my Kadet Senior. It also serves as cabin area reinforcement.
Forum: Kit Building
11-07-2016, 04:07 AM
Replies: 3,856
Views: 497,091
Posted By TomCrump

The secret is knowing when to quit....

The secret is knowing when to quit. :rolleyes::D:D:D:D:D

My wife took these pics. It was my first paint job. Notice that it was a Sig kit. :D

I see that you are from Dysart. I used to live in...
Forum: Kit Building
11-06-2016, 03:06 PM
Replies: 3,856
Views: 497,091
Posted By TomCrump

A friend used to paint my models, but he moved...

A friend used to paint my models, but he moved away. I had to teach myself to paint, or resort to plastic film.

I prefer the painted loo, so I started practicing. In the end, it wasn't too hard to...
Forum: Kit Building
11-06-2016, 03:27 AM
Replies: 3,856
Views: 497,091
Posted By TomCrump

Thanks! My Vega was built from an IKON kit....

Thanks!

My Vega was built from an IKON kit. Strip planking would probably have been a good idea. My Luscombe has some strip planking, as I realized that it was the way to go, after building the...
Forum: Kit Building
11-04-2016, 03:08 PM
Replies: 3,856
Views: 497,091
Posted By TomCrump

That's a guy that I met at a flyin, in Cedar...

That's a guy that I met at a flyin, in Cedar Rapids Iowa, back in 1961. He was with some guy named Maxet Hester. ;)
Forum: Kit Building
10-31-2016, 08:33 AM
Replies: 3,856
Views: 497,091
Posted By TomCrump

The Sig electric motor mount is adjustable. It's...

The Sig electric motor mount is adjustable. It's easy to install, once the mounting location is rediscovered.

The rear of the firewall is easily accessible, once the hatch is removed. There...
Forum: Kit Building
10-31-2016, 07:03 AM
Replies: 3,856
Views: 497,091
Posted By TomCrump

If I understand rtn9105's question correctly,...

If I understand rtn9105's question correctly, he's looking to install the original Senior Sport's electric motor mount box on to the firewall.

I stand by my suggetion, but it may also be possible...
Forum: Kit Building
10-31-2016, 03:57 AM
Replies: 3,856
Views: 497,091
Posted By TomCrump

I suggest that the firewall be sanded to reveal...

I suggest that the firewall be sanded to reveal the original mounting location. The plugs can be drilled out, and new blind nuts set in place.
Forum: Kit Building
06-14-2016, 09:22 AM
Replies: 3,856
Views: 497,091
Posted By TomCrump

Assuming that you are talking about the Kadet...

Assuming that you are talking about the Kadet Senior, I suggest that you mount the gear in the location that Sig mounts it in their ARF..
Forum: Kit Building
06-14-2016, 02:59 AM
Replies: 3,856
Views: 497,091
Posted By TomCrump

The landing gear from the Kadet Senior Sport will...

The landing gear from the Kadet Senior Sport will work. I'm using 14" props on mine, but I did have a 15" on one, for a short period.

This model has 5" tires, but my other Senior, also using a 14"...
Forum: Kit Building
06-06-2016, 12:12 PM
Replies: 3,856
Views: 497,091
Posted By TomCrump

I had a Magnum 91 in my ARF, and I have a 91...

I had a Magnum 91 in my ARF, and I have a 91 Surpass in my kit built, Kadet Senior Sport.

The ARF has a "weak" wing tube. Mine broke while doing huge loops and not slowing on the down slope :o
...
Forum: Kit Building
06-06-2016, 06:27 AM
Replies: 3,856
Views: 497,091
Posted By TomCrump

Try a Kadet Senior. :)

Try a Kadet Senior. :)
Forum: Kit Building
06-05-2016, 05:16 AM
Replies: 3,856
Views: 497,091
Posted By TomCrump

Congrats on your successful maiden. I built...

Congrats on your successful maiden.

I built an LT-40, but sold it before I got a chance to fly it. I've been thinking about building another, but the Seniorita Sport has my attention, too.
Forum: Kit Building
04-01-2016, 03:13 PM
Replies: 3,856
Views: 497,091
Posted By TomCrump

The Kadet Senior can become a decent sport...

The Kadet Senior can become a decent sport aerobat, when ailerons are added and some dihedral removed. I'm sure that you will be pleased with your decision.
Forum: Kit Building
04-01-2016, 10:36 AM
Replies: 3,856
Views: 497,091
Posted By TomCrump

Let us know how you really feel. :rolleyes:

Let us know how you really feel. :rolleyes:
Forum: Kit Building
04-01-2016, 06:00 AM
Replies: 3,856
Views: 497,091
Posted By TomCrump

My feeling is that if you intend to fly with...

My feeling is that if you intend to fly with ailerons, later on, build them into this project. My Kadet Seniors all have ailerons. I wouldn't want them any other way.:)
Forum: Kit Building
02-17-2016, 04:11 AM
Replies: 3,856
Views: 497,091
Posted By TomCrump

How about building a Sport, instead of buying one...

How about building a Sport, instead of buying one ? The modifications are relatively easy. I used the Sport cowl, landing gear and tail gear, when I built mine.

If you run into issues, I'm sure...
Forum: Kit Building
02-17-2016, 03:52 AM
Replies: 3,856
Views: 497,091
Posted By TomCrump

Dave. If you build an original Kadet, will you do...

Dave. If you build an original Kadet, will you do a build thread ? If so, I'd follow along.
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