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by paul hughes
February 9th, 2018, 9:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion Topics
Topic: fabric covering
Replies: 10
Views: 6891

Re: fabric covering

Thanks Rob, It might be a powermax product as Roy Lever sold alot of their products, but from what i can find Polytex comes on 30" wide rolls, the stuff i have is 60" wide.
by paul hughes
February 9th, 2018, 4:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion Topics
Topic: fabric covering
Replies: 10
Views: 6891

fabric covering

Many years ago i bought a roll of fabric iron on covering from Roy Lever , It came on a 60" wide roll, it is a natural colour and i think it has an adhesive on one side. As you can see in the picture the edges of the fabric are rough. Can anybody identify the product and where can i get it from...
by paul hughes
January 26th, 2018, 12:12 pm
Forum: For Sale or Wanted
Topic: Last 33% Shoestring Kit
Replies: 0
Views: 1703

Last 33% Shoestring Kit

After the Christmas holidays i have 1 33% shoestring kit left, find all the detail at http://www.hakits.co.uk
These are a quality builders kits and fly great on a 30cc engine. See the latest LMA journal, Withernsea photos.
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by paul hughes
January 19th, 2018, 12:05 pm
Forum: Technical Help required
Topic: Prop bolting orientation
Replies: 2
Views: 2843

Re: Prop bolting orientation

Frank, I think it depends on the engine, remember that when the magnet is passing the hall sensor the prop should point to 1 o'clock. this will determine the hole position on the prop hub. not very scientific but it might help.
by paul hughes
January 8th, 2018, 10:12 pm
Forum: Pictures
Topic: Pictures of the day
Replies: 4
Views: 5728

Re: Pictures of the day

Nice sharp photos Dave, Were they taken at the Bury field? I think i can see my house in the background on one!
by paul hughes
December 17th, 2017, 4:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion Topics
Topic: Milling Machine
Replies: 29
Views: 13750

Re: Milling Machine

Richard, Alan is a skilled turner with many yours of experience, I too am a qualified turner with many years working on the shop floor on Myfords, colchester, herbert, centre turret and capsten lathes. I suggest you listen to the experts and you might learn something. When I worked on lathes it was ...
by paul hughes
November 30th, 2017, 10:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion Topics
Topic: AVRO Shackleton
Replies: 5
Views: 3833

Re: AVRO Shackleton

Richard, as you know the AVRO Shackleton is a modified AVRO Lincoln which was a modified AVRO Lancaster all great Manchester built aircraft. There is one in the MOSI at Manchester, You could also get information from the AVRO Heritage Museum at woodford, a good day out and you will learn loads. Or Y...
by paul hughes
November 26th, 2017, 3:15 pm
Forum: For Sale or Wanted
Topic: 1/3 scale ShoeString kits now available
Replies: 2
Views: 3374

Re: ShoeString

Due to a lack of spat fixings commercially available We have designed and produced our own. They are foremost for inclution in our kits but are also available as a spare.
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by paul hughes
November 17th, 2017, 6:36 am
Forum: For Sale or Wanted
Topic: 1/3 scale ShoeString kits now available
Replies: 2
Views: 3374

Re: ShoeString

A few of Alister McCartneys build photos he has kindly sent to me. IMG_20170627_175551605.jpg IMG_20170708_175320829.jpg IMG_20170719_165514780.jpg IMG_20170719_165912350.jpg Construction is quite straight forward with over 250 laser cut parts, Al has made a couple of alterations to the hatch and u/...
by paul hughes
November 8th, 2017, 1:11 pm
Forum: Technical Help required
Topic: Film covering for foamies
Replies: 2
Views: 2538

Re: Film covering for foamies

A few years ago i had a Robbe Gnat edf which i damaged. The repaired model was covered in gum paper and painted.
by paul hughes
November 5th, 2017, 12:32 pm
Forum: For Sale or Wanted
Topic: 1/3 scale ShoeString kits now available
Replies: 2
Views: 3374

1/3 scale ShoeString kits now available

As some members are already aware I have produced a 1/3 scale kit for my Midget Racer ShoeString. The model is ply and balsa construction with some fiberglass moldings, there are also several unique 3d printed fittings included in the kit. Our new business will be trading under the name of Hughes Ai...
by paul hughes
September 28th, 2017, 10:59 am
Forum: Technical Help required
Topic: Zenoah 38 fuel mix and recomended oil.
Replies: 13
Views: 9134

Re: Zenoah 38 fuel mix and recomended oil.

I use a clear baby bottle to measure the oil, its small enough to carry in your tool box and has a scale on the side. 50:1 on zenoahs.
by paul hughes
September 8th, 2017, 6:45 am
Forum: General Discussion Topics
Topic: advice wing tube issues
Replies: 35
Views: 19175

Re: advice wing tube issues

Richard, After all the advice Phil has given you, why did you not order your supplies from him? He will supply the correct materials for you.
by paul hughes
September 1st, 2017, 8:13 am
Forum: For Sale or Wanted
Topic: P47 Razorback wanted
Replies: 1
Views: 2272

Re: P47 Razorback wanted

I have a Byron P47 razor back for sale at the moment. Advertised 13th July on here.
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by paul hughes
August 23rd, 2017, 12:33 pm
Forum: For Sale or Wanted
Topic: wanted - Texan AT 6
Replies: 40
Views: 23176

Re: wanted - Texan AT 6

Have i missed something? what name calling? and who brought the tart in?
by paul hughes
August 22nd, 2017, 8:59 pm
Forum: For Sale or Wanted
Topic: wanted - Texan AT 6
Replies: 40
Views: 23176

Re: wanted - Texan AT 6

Thanks for the P.M Rich but I think your offer of £50 is too low. I have now accepted an offer from a third party. Sorry you missed a bargain!
by paul hughes
August 21st, 2017, 5:35 pm
Forum: For Sale or Wanted
Topic: wanted - Texan AT 6
Replies: 40
Views: 23176

Re: wanted - Texan AT 6

It will take a 26 - 35cc petrol. It just needs a tidy up, its perfect for you. and its cheap.
by paul hughes
August 21st, 2017, 12:55 pm
Forum: For Sale or Wanted
Topic: wanted - Texan AT 6
Replies: 40
Views: 23176

Re: wanted - Texan AT 6

Here you go Rich.
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Cheap as chips!
by paul hughes
August 19th, 2017, 5:21 pm
Forum: For Sale or Wanted
Topic: wanted - Texan AT 6
Replies: 40
Views: 23176

Re: wanted - Texan AT 6

I will get it down from the loft and take some photos for you. As for the price, would it help you if we call it a round £100. lol
by paul hughes
August 19th, 2017, 1:05 pm
Forum: For Sale or Wanted
Topic: wanted - Texan AT 6
Replies: 40
Views: 23176

Re: wanted - Texan AT 6

I have a 82" texan AT6. It is in all built up of ply and balsa and has a new fibreglass cowl i bought it as a project to refurbish but as i like you you can have it for a bargain £82 thats a pound per inch!

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