Elder 40 Scratch build

[GuyOReilly]

Almost finished.
Needs:
 - 3C battery
 - pull/pull cables to be installed
 - Elevator pushrod to be sourced
 - Ailerons to be fabricated.
Then Maiden flight.
It weighs 3 pounds 12 ounces (without the battery).
For the elevator I have a flexible cable type of pushrod.  I am afrain that this may be too flimsy to ensure positive elevator control.
The hobby shop near me (Advanced Hobbies on 7th Ave. and Woodbine) had no nyrods in stock.
Anybody can spare one of these?

Next on the agenda: sanding and shaping ailerons.

[Frank v B]

Guy,

..Du-Bro 48" red Lazer Rod on its way to you tomorrow via MarkUber.

Frank

[GuyOReilly]

FINISHED!!!   
Ready for Maiden Flight as soon as the ground is green.
I am quite happy with the result.
The Canadian decals were ordered from the US, others were on hand. 
The rigging is not functional but adds a lot to the model.
Weight with battery 4 lbs 14 oz.
Should be able to perform some basic manoeuvres with the E-Flite 25 on 3 cells.

[Michael]

Looks great!

What is that now? ... 6 electric Elders in the club?

[GuyOReilly]

Too nice a day not to go for a Maiden Flight.
Winds 300 @ 3 knots.
A few up trim, left wing heavier (needs to be corrected).
Flew 10 circuits at 50%-75% power.
Rock solid; expo to be added to smooth things out.
Extremely happy with the flight characteristics and performance of the E-flite power 25.

[msatin]

Looks Fantastic Guy!
Congrats on the maiden