The primary bench code named "Big Dog" is completed except for the vertical hardware and some additional bracing which will be installed with the smaller bench.
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- Sat Nov 05, 2022 10:57 am
- Forum: Off the Field
- Topic: Pilot Stand Replacement
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- Wed Nov 02, 2022 9:44 am
- Forum: Off the Field
- Topic: Club Signs
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Club Signs
The new club signs have been received
The new signage will be placed on the assembly line right behind the new pilot benches... The picture below shows the base signs without framing that will be added prior to mounting them at the Wagner road entrance
The new signage will be placed on the assembly line right behind the new pilot benches... The picture below shows the base signs without framing that will be added prior to mounting them at the Wagner road entrance
- Tue Nov 01, 2022 9:47 am
- Forum: Off the Field
- Topic: Pilot Stand Replacement
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Pilot Stand Specifications
Wingspan - 64" Height to Deck - 26.5" Length - 78" Dry Weight - Don't know the wood's really wet still :shock: Prop size - As big as it takes :) Powered by - Slightly modified Flux Capacitor purchased at O'Reillys Auto Parts https://www.oreillyauto.com/flux-capacitor R.gif UPS Shipping expenses to H...
- Tue Nov 01, 2022 9:05 am
- Forum: Off the Field
- Topic: Pilot Stand Replacement
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Re: Pilot Stand Replacement
Initially we were looking at building two of the pilot stands off the same large plan. After evaluating this thing it appears it will be great for larger birds but due too it's size might be difficult to use with 40-60 size aircraft. Updates: Entering the final stages of production on the first benc...
- Tue Nov 01, 2022 8:56 am
- Forum: Off the Field
- Topic: Pilot Stand Replacement
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Re: Pilot Stand Replacement
Here's a few more pics of the progress....
- Fri Oct 28, 2022 9:08 am
- Forum: Off the Field
- Topic: Pilot Stand Replacement
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Re: Pilot Stand Replacement
Raw materials getting cut to fit, we should have bought the ARF version
- Fri Oct 28, 2022 8:30 am
- Forum: Off the Field
- Topic: Pilot Stand Replacement
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Re: Pilot Stand Replacement
Guys, After many years of delays I've recently been in contact with both the Westside engineering staff and constructions teams planning to get this project kick started again. UPDATE : There are currently two "BETA" pilot stands exiting the preparation stage and entering the assembly phase of const...
- Wed Nov 17, 2021 2:08 pm
- Forum: Off the Field
- Topic: Reactivated
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Memories....Sing along! The Sequel...
Ok my train jumped the tracks on that last post! I forgot to mention that I successfully learned again how to fly (somewhat limited I might add) with my Eagle 63 ARF but sold it within just a few months to a guy in the city. But back to my monologue....I found my original Eagle Kit at a swap meet a ...
- Wed Nov 17, 2021 1:29 pm
- Forum: Off the Field
- Topic: Reactivated
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Memories....Sing along!
I had an similar experience like that with an Eagle 63, I think it was a Carl Goldberg model? I first joined the club around '84 and purchased the kit (that's a bunch of sticks for you younger guys) from Les who was working at Campbells Hobby House. I gave like $65 for the kit and of course spent pr...
- Mon Oct 11, 2021 12:53 pm
- Forum: Off the Field
- Topic: Pilot Stand Replacement
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Re: Pilot Stand Replacement
I like this one as well, the gas pipe uprights are a great idea but I'm afraid the extra storage area would just prove to be a Mud Dobber condominium? We could try one and see if that happens?
Thanks Guys!
Thanks Guys!