Foam P51 30" for Pylon racing and Combat...

[Steve Brian]

Hello all, the P51 30" is complete!  

I have attached a PDF File that will automatically tile the large drawing when you print! Note: Just be sure to turn off the scaling option on your printers drop down box and set for None.

I'll start adding info on how to build the P51 over the next few days to help make the build a little easier.

Update! Guys due to the limited capabilities of our Website I had to move the PDF Instructions to the RC Group wesite. Follow the link below.

http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1209060#post14575437[/u]

Warning! Building Foamies can be addictive… So if you find yourself at 3:00 AM in the morning building, and have no clue what day it is… Please seek immediate medical attention!

Have fun guys

Steve

[SMOKE]

Nice job Steve! What are you using for a power plant?   1500 watt or so.... LOL.

David R.

[Steve Brian]

I tried a 1000 watts per pound, but the plane melted  
I'm currently working on the How to build the P51 and should have it on the site by tomorrow.  Dave you should rejoin the club and start racing!

Steve

[Steve Brian]

Guys, do to the limited capabilities of our Website, I had to move the PDF Instructions to the RC Group wesite. Follow the link below.

http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1209060#post14575437

[SMOKE]

Hey Steve, I have a ton of blue foam from HD.... If you want to build another one or want to experiment let me know, its not as pretty as the white stuff but still functional and the price is right.........

David R

[Steve Brian]

Thanks for the offer Dave. I have a pack from Lows but I can not get a staight piece out of the blue stuff.  Is your stuff any better?

[Billh]

Steve,
Thanks, I downloaded it.to start.
Bill

[Steve Brian]

This is not the parts list for the P51-R being use for the pylon racing! Look further down in the link.

Guys hear are the parts I have spec out. I haven't tested them yet but hope too soon.   

"P51 30"" Foamy"            
Line Item               Cost per aircraft      Internet links
               
1   Turnigy 800mAh 2S 20C Lipo Pack         4.95   
http://hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=9276
2   C2230 Micro brushless Outrunner 1780kv (27g)   12.99 http://hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.aspidProduct=5385&Product_Name=C2230_Micro_brushless_Outrunner_1780kv_(27g)
3   TURNIGY Plush 18amp Speed Controller      11.9      
http://hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=4218&Product_Name=TURNIGY_Sentry_18amp_Speed_Controller
4   HXT500 5g / .8kg / .10sec Micro Servo      3.49      
http://hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=663&Product_Name=HXT500_5g_/_.8kg_/_.10sec_Micro_Servo
5   HXT500 5g / .8kg / .10sec Micro Servo      3.49      
http://hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=663&Product_Name=HXT500_5g_/_.8kg_/_.10sec_Micro_Servo
6   "Foam Depron 6mm 27x39"""         10      Local Hobby Shop
7   DU-BRO E/Z Connector Mini 2 per pack      2.84      Local Hobby Shop
8   DU-BRO E/Z Connector Mini 2 per pack      2.84      Local Hobby Shop
9   "Carbon Fiber Rod .080"" 2 Per pack"      2.75      Local Hobby Shop
10   "Control Horns  Micro, DU_BRO 2pk"      1.19      Local Hobby Shop
11   "Control Horns  Micro, DU_BRO 2pk"      1.19      Local Hobby Shop
12   Music Wire .032            0.55      Local Hobby Shop
                  58.18      

[Steve Brian]

Photo's of the first flight!

[SMOKE]

Flight went that good ?

[TeamBarger]

Hey that looks cool Steve
                           
            Bob

[Steve Brian]

Thanks Bob

[Steve Brian]

Ok guys I went a head and produced the P51-R. This is modified version of the one found on the website. This is based on the famous “Strega” Racer and has been scaled down from 30” to a 28” wing which came out great. I also made some improvements to the air frames to help withstand more abuse. Changes include, a carbon fiber wing edge recommended by Glen. Servos have been moved forward to improve strength in the tail fuselage area, smaller air frame and I came up with a way to Monokote the foam without warping the parts.

I’ll test the plane this coming week and bring it to the meeting on Wednesday.

Take care,

Steve

[Steve Brian]

Attached is the P51-R with all the modification added. Note: When you print this PDF out, please make sure you have Scaling set to None!!! or you will end up with a 26 inch P51 instead of a 28". I have attached a screen print to show you where to look on your printer setting.

To test if the PDF is printing correctly, print pages 13-16 the wing area... and tape together. it should measure 28".

Good luck

Steve

[Steve Brian]

Guys hear are the parts spec’d out for the Pylon racing.   If you would like, Bill can order all the components for you. Good luck and have fun.

"P51-R Foamy"  
          
Line Item               Cost per aircraft      Internet links
              
1   Turnigy 800mAh 2S 20C Lipo Pack         $4.95  
http://hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=9276

2  Great Planes Rimfire 300 28-22-1380 Outrunner Brushless $30
http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXLWT1

3   TURNIGY Plush 10amp Speed Controller      $11.9      
http://hobbycity.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=4204&Product_Name=TURNIGY_Plush_10amp_9gram__Speed_Controller

4   HXT500 5g / .8kg / .10sec Micro Servo      $3.49      
http://hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=663&Product_Name=HXT500_5g_/_.8kg_/_.10sec_Micro_Servo

5   APC 7x3.8WSF                                       $2.13    Local Hobby Shop
6   Foam Depron 6mm 27x39"                     $10       Local Hobby Shop
7   DU-BRO E/Z Connector Mini 2 per pack     $2.84     Local Hobby Shop
8   DU-BRO E/Z Connector Mini 2 per pack     $2.84     Local Hobby Shop
9   Carbon Fiber Rod .080"" 2 Per pack"         $2.75      Local Hobby Shop
10  Control Horns  Micro, DU_BRO 2pk"          $1.19      Local Hobby Shop
11  Control Horns  Micro, DU_BRO 2pk"          $1.19      Local Hobby Shop
12  Music Wire .032                                     $0.55      Local Hobby Shop

Note: If you are planning on racing get 2 or 3 battery packs!