Spirit Glider Repair

Started by GuyOReilly, August 29, 2025, 06:41:36 PM

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GuyOReilly

A big Thank You @Frank v B for this project.
It was an easy repair and modifications are completed.
I am happy to report a successful Maiden Flight (2 flights actually).
Photos are self explanatory.
Photo #02 Rhinoplasty surgery
Photo #04 Selected motor for this more than adequate
Photo #06 elevator prior to modification
Photo #08 wing repair; just a small patch
Photo #12 elevator after modification
Photo #09 Canopy found in bin of spare parts
Photo #10 Canopy temporarily fitted
Photo #11 Canopy held in place using the time-tested green tape  proffered by @Andy Hoffer .

Frank v B

Guy, the thank you should actually be directed to retired Temac member Alan Lofft who called me up and asked me to pick up this glider the day he was moving into a retirement home.

You were the recipient of Alan's generosity.

The motor was a left-over from another estate and the brand new ESC was bought at a swap meet for 20 cents on the dollar.
Am glad everything worked out.

Frank
"Never trade luck for skill"