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by Nick Reeves 3055
March 2nd, 2024, 9:57 pm
Forum: For Sale or Wanted
Topic: Petrol engines
Replies: 1
Views: 953

Re: Petrol engines

Email sent regarding engines
by Nick Reeves 3055
April 10th, 2023, 9:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion Topics
Topic: Z38 exhausts
Replies: 0
Views: 1061

Z38 exhausts

I looking for someone who can modify 2 zenoah 38 exhausts to block off the standard louvre outlets and braize in 2 downward outlet pipes. if you think you might be able to do this for me get in touch. happy to cover costs.
Cheers
Nick
by Nick Reeves 3055
January 13th, 2023, 3:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion Topics
Topic: Aerofoil Choice
Replies: 1
Views: 981

Aerofoil Choice

All, I know this could open a can of worms but...... What is everyones choice of aerofoil for larger models? The model in question is a C-160 Transall at about 120" span so not aerobatic but needs to be stable. i have read so many conflicting opinions on what should be used for aircraft design ...
by Nick Reeves 3055
April 21st, 2021, 9:27 pm
Forum: Technical Help required
Topic: King Engines
Replies: 3
Views: 3750

Re: King Engines

Ian,
many thanks for that. i shall give it a 4 cell NiMh pack and see if i get any sort of spark. do you know if spares are still available anywhere?
cheers
Nick
by Nick Reeves 3055
April 21st, 2021, 11:48 am
Forum: Technical Help required
Topic: King Engines
Replies: 3
Views: 3750

King Engines

All, I have recently picked up a very nice model that has a King petrol lump in the front. Im not sure what size it is but looks to be about 50cc ish. The issue i have though is it has a 'Horst Becker' ignition and i cant find any info on what voltage they run on. It has a servo lead coming out of i...
by Nick Reeves 3055
December 26th, 2019, 1:15 am
Forum: Technical Help required
Topic: Zenoah 38 Exhaust
Replies: 24
Views: 17722

Re: Zenoah 38 Exhaust

would it be possible for someone to send me the details of the Sid King design please?
by Nick Reeves 3055
December 24th, 2019, 4:43 am
Forum: Technical Help required
Topic: Zenoah 38 Exhaust
Replies: 1
Views: 3007

Zenoah 38 Exhaust

Is there an off the shelf replacement for the standard 38 exhaust/muffler that is not extortionate and available in the uk? I know people will say braise up the standard one but not got the free time just now.
cheers
nick
by Nick Reeves 3055
May 27th, 2019, 3:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion Topics
Topic: retracts
Replies: 8
Views: 5426

Re: retracts

yes I have emailed Unitracts but as yet not had a reply.
cheers
nick
by Nick Reeves 3055
May 22nd, 2019, 7:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion Topics
Topic: retracts
Replies: 8
Views: 5426

Re: retracts

anyone?
by Nick Reeves 3055
May 21st, 2019, 6:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion Topics
Topic: retracts
Replies: 8
Views: 5426

retracts

hi all,
I am looking for a supplier for some bespoke retract units and oleos. I have spoken with Dave brown already but I think he is quite busy. I can supply basic cad drawings of what I'm after. who come recommended?
cheers
nick
by Nick Reeves 3055
August 26th, 2018, 9:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion Topics
Topic: Congratulations !!!!
Replies: 8
Views: 6019

Re: Congratulations !!!!

ill also keeping an eye out on ebay/gumtree etc
by Nick Reeves 3055
August 14th, 2018, 10:42 pm
Forum: Your New Projects
Topic: Sky 120 LMA Trainer
Replies: 176
Views: 84202

Re: Sky 120 LMA Trainer

following this build with interest
by Nick Reeves 3055
March 12th, 2018, 8:57 pm
Forum: For Sale or Wanted
Topic: Model Auction
Replies: 0
Views: 1957

Model Auction

i have just seen this and recognise some of the models that are up for auction from lot 180 onwards https://www.brightwells.com/classic-motoring/bicester-classic-vintage/breaking-news-affordable-classics-from-the-jaguar-land-rover-collection-at-bicester-heritage/catalogue-21st-march/?search&sect...
by Nick Reeves 3055
March 12th, 2017, 11:31 am
Forum: General Discussion Topics
Topic: Pond Sealer
Replies: 2
Views: 2938

Re: Pond Sealer

hi steve, i have now done the other side of the test tailplane in 48g cloth (18g was used first) as i havent currently got any 25g. the results are even better with the heavier cloth i presume due to it being able to take more sealer in one coat. the edges have come to a nice feather edge so once th...
by Nick Reeves 3055
March 11th, 2017, 1:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion Topics
Topic: Pond Sealer
Replies: 2
Views: 2938

Pond Sealer

i think i have found my new favourite medium for covering sheeted areas!!! G4 and glass is so easy to apply! i have only put down the first side of a tailplane but its gone on really well. a couple of questions though, do you trim back the glass once the first application coat has cured (like using ...
by Nick Reeves 3055
March 5th, 2017, 11:03 pm
Forum: Your New Projects
Topic: 17' Lancaster Bomber in your bedroom
Replies: 15
Views: 10040

Re: 17' Lancaster Bomber in your bedroom

following this with great interest rob! i followed your first build and the lanc is one model that i want to build at some point
by Nick Reeves 3055
November 25th, 2016, 11:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion Topics
Topic: Hannibal
Replies: 6
Views: 4590

Re: Hannibal

thanks for that dave. i doubt ill be in staffordshire any time soon as i live nr paisley. do you have an pics at all?
by Nick Reeves 3055
November 25th, 2016, 9:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion Topics
Topic: Hannibal
Replies: 6
Views: 4590

Re: Hannibal

cheers for that mike. i was contemplating using a 3/4" tube or similar but i actually think ive got some of those 'bar in sleeve' sets somewhere now i come to think of it.
by Nick Reeves 3055
November 25th, 2016, 12:16 am
Forum: General Discussion Topics
Topic: Hannibal
Replies: 6
Views: 4590

Hannibal

can somebody help me with a detail on the flair hannibal? i have got an electronic copy of the hannibal plan and the only thing that it doesnt show is the rear top deck formers. can anyone tell me if they are a similar idea to the magnatilla (trapizium shaped formers with stringers)? also, has anyon...
by Nick Reeves 3055
November 2nd, 2016, 8:08 pm
Forum: Your New Projects
Topic: Tony Nijhuis 1/6 Scale Lancaster
Replies: 262
Views: 161521

Re: Tony Nijhuis 1/6 Scale Lancaster

have you still got your lanc robert?

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