Official Black Horse 2350mm Gilmore Red Lion

[RCBobP]

Depends on how much extra weight. With the Saito 90 I had to add 3 oz on the tail.

[Learj]

anyone use the UMS 7 100cc? I just bought the plane and not sure what engine. reading through the thread it seems like the extra weight would help. Thanks

[RCBobP]

I'm very happy with that engine (Saito FG-90) on the front of mine. It's as much fun just starting the engine as it is flying the plane.

[Twowingtj]

WShaw3 Welcome to Hobby Squawk!

Nice looking pilot. That radial should be a great powerplant for your Gilmore.

[WShaw3]

If anyone else is putting a Saito FG-90R3 on their Model
44 I laser cut a mounting template and can either share the file or would be happy to mail one that’s already cut to anyone in need.

Might as well share my pilot while I’m at it….

[Vintage Racer]

The pilot seen here is my third attempt in getting the size correct, as the more I research this model I realize how small the actual airplane really is. There are several videos on YouTube showing people entering and exiting the cockpit and they all struggle with the task. Even the famous female racer, Mary Haizlip.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=LmVDRBAmnXc

The model is 1/3.36 scale. My 3D printer can't really print larger than I size I have reached at this point.

Also the area behind the pilots head is basically one large triangular head rest, so I plan on a red leather scratch built replica. The two holes in the wood is quite unsightly, and needs attention. It would be nice to replicate the pull over window as well, but MOTION does not have any canopies in stock to cut up, to build it.

VR

[RCBobP]

I decided to go with a pilot that is more like what Roscoe Turner might look like today!

[Vintage Racer]

Thank you, I actually have printed two in different sizes, this one is slightly larger, and I think I like it better. I gave him a bit of a lean to the left!

VR

[Twowingtj]

Vintage Racer Nice pilot choice. It even looks like Roscoe Turner.

[NewbieBob]

Yep same place but by dumy 01 01

[Vintage Racer]

I always buy Max Grueter's work from CGTRADER. His work is great, and he is very helpful modifying the files if need be. I have more of his Pilot files than I care to admit!

Where did you purchase yours?

Here are a couple I did for my 90mm E Flite Viper. They are also Max G files.

https://www.cgtrader.com/maxgrueter

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[NewbieBob]

Funny you should say that VR.
i bought an stl file for a pilot today too.
I forwarded it to my friend who does the 3D printing.
Making 2 of them for my Nexa RCAF Twin Otter at 1/10 scale. Full body in seated position.
With headgear they are approx 85 mm in height.
Cheers Bob

[Vintage Racer]

Bought an stl file I thought appropriate for my model, never printed a Pilot this big before!

[Vintage Racer]

Vintage Racer The Admiral GP60 IS a rebranded E-Flite Power 360, with better bearings. At $299 not a bad deal.

"OUT OF STOCK" Must be a good deal!

VR

[Vintage Racer]

Vintage Racer The Admiral GP60 IS a rebranded E-Flite Power 360, with better bearings. At $299 not a bad deal.

I took a look at the two motors, I agree. Same animal externally, without doubt. Thanks for that info.

VR

[Twowingtj]

Vintage Racer The Admiral GP60 IS a rebranded E-Flite Power 360, with better bearings. At $299 not a bad deal.

[Vintage Racer]

Started looking at motors, thinking e-flite POWER 360. The published specifications seem to be ideal for this airframe. It is however a little bit more money than the rest that I looked at. Also the X Power 60 CC was recommended by a fellow club member. I will continue reading...

[Vintage Racer]

Vintage Racer Nice pair of Ryan's there.

I did think about flying wires for about 10 minutes. Decided to keep it clean and simple. It's already got a little drag to the airframe. Adding more probably wouldn't help it fly better.

I completely understand, the model will arrive next Thursday, I received the e-mail from MOTION with the details.

VR

[Twowingtj]

Vintage Racer Nice pair of Ryan's there.

I did think about flying wires for about 10 minutes. Decided to keep it clean and simple. It's already got a little drag to the airframe. Adding more probably wouldn't help it fly better.

[Vintage Racer]

Good to see you here. We chatted a bit on YouTube yesterday about my flight video. My build and tips are much of the early part of this thread. Touch base if you've got any questions.

Likewise, I don't even have shipment details yet, so it will be some time before I start the project. I will defiantly reference your work if needed. Looks like a relatively simple airframe. Here is my Black Horse Ryan, next to my 55" Ryan. Kinda funny.

I am glad to have the Lion, I have been waiting for it to come back, wasn't too long.

Did you consider adding flight wires?

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