Decisions, Decisions, Decisions

[GuyOReilly]

Here are my available kits as a next build:
Choices are:
1- T40 Firefly – 45 to 60 (glow engine) 56" wingspan.
2- 1941 Playboy Sr. – old-timer type plane.
3- Flite Test Mini Scout or Mini Vector.
4- Robbe Disco – 1.3 meter glider, 2 channels.
5- 3-meter Scooter glider "MADE IN CANADA".
6- Sig Tri-Star – Canard plane foam wings, 5 size glow.
7- Ascender – old-timer type plane.
8- Curtis Jenny – approximately 60 inches wingspan, scratch build from plans (no picture). However, would require a large number of identical ribs and ½ ribs to be cut.

I know which one(s) I would like to do next, but... What do you think should be the next one?

[Michael]

In the 1980s I built a Sr. Playboy, but as a cabin model instead of the pylon version; it was an option in the kit / on the plans.

It was a tedious build, and required a lot of nose weight, but was a fantastic flyer!





Build whatever brings you the most enjoyment!

[GuyOReilly]

DECISION MADE!!
The thought process about available choices are indicated below:
1- T40 Firefly – 45 to 60 (glow engine) 56" wingspan. Too big, would need a larger motor than what I currently have available and I lack space for storage.
2- 1941 Playboy Sr. – old-timer type plane. I already have a few (4) old timers ready to fly.
3- Flite Test Mini Scout or Mini Vector. Small and uses micro servos, small motors, not available in my parts inventory.
4- Robbe Disco – 1.3 meter glider, 2 channels. WINNER!! This will be using available Rx and servos (mini not micro) and will be modified to have an existing power pod mounted on the top of the wing centre section.  A new build will be started soon.
5- 3-meter Scooter glider "MADE IN CANADA". Very large at 3 meters, no storage place. Difficulty in modifying it to have some form of power pop or in the nose (very narrow fuselage). Although, I love the "MADE IN CANADA" aspect.
6- Sig Tri-Star – Canard plane foam wings, 5 size glow. Pusher plane with canard, tricky build, maybe for next winter project.
7- Ascender – old-timer type plane. Needs all kinds of sticks, rather large wingspan resulting in storage issues.
8- Curtis Jenny – approximately 60 inches wingspan, scratch build from plans (no picture). However, would require a large number of identical ribs and ½ ribs to be cut. That would be nice, maybe in a few years when I can source some laser cutting of ribs.

So there you have it.
Yes @Michael I will have fun building and modifying it.  Thank you for the encouragement.

[Frank v B]

Where did you find the 8-sided coin to make all these decisions?

Any build is a good build.  Happy gluing.

Frank

ps: I have the parts inventory if you wish to complete any of the other small planes.  Just let me know.

[GuyOReilly]

Build started a few weeks ago.
The wood is sooooo fragile, many ribs cracked by looking at them.
Although the instructions are complete, I do not think that this is a beginner's kit.
I modified the kit to receive the motor shown in the picture (BR2212) that will be powered by a 2 cell battery.
More sanding and fixing of the dihedral of the outer panels, then covering.
I will use whatever I have in my box of leftover colours. 
   

[sihinch]

Looks nice, Guy

[GuyOReilly]

Covering done.
So fragile.
Those who know me, know that I do not use profanity (or very rarely do I).
In this case more than a few chosen curse words were uttered.
Now moving on to the radio and motor installation.

[GuyOReilly]

Ready for Maiden Flight!
Fingers crossed...

[GuyOReilly]

Maiden completed!
It flew hands off from the start.
Only needs a spare battery 
Thank you to @Andy Hoffer for the pictures, with fill-in flash no less.
RTF weight is 15 oz.
Current draw 65 watts (Andy please correct if needed).
Photos 499 to 501: look at the launch technique.
Photo 505: successful retrieval from the tall grass/feed, no damage.
Photo 508: spinning folding prop, need to figure out the brake on the ESC.