Stinger Build 06

Nearly done, just need to melt some lead and learn how to use the new magnetic switch, its a little different in that you have to hold the magnet in place for 5 secs to get it to switch off, still at least it should stay on when its being flown.

Stinger Build 05

Started work on the fuselage, battery was a very tight fit, but managed to shove it far enough forward to make room for the RX.

Loosely fitted the elevator servos and then turned my attention to the ballast tube, what a nightmare, things didn't go to plan, but eventually sorted it in the end, not much further to go now, there is a dim light at the end of the tunnel!

Stinger Build 04

Wings finished, fuselage next, just need to decide where everything is going to go before grinding and filing.
A Tony Fu ballast tube turned up today as well, only took two days, cheers Tony. 7 Brass 14mm x 14mm x 50mm slugs giving 580g. Will need to cast some lead strips for the wing joiner and the wing pockets as well.

Stinger Build 03

Managed to wire up one wing tonight, slow and steady progress.

Stinger Build 02

Finally glued in the flap servo and made a start on the 2nd wing, as expected a lot easier second time around.

Stinger Build 01

So it begins, through the fog of epoxy fumes and clouds of carbon dust, hours of head scratching, soul searching, frustration, anger, realisation and finally satisfaction , welcome to the Stinger Build Blog.

F3F HoH Northern Open 2013

Get your entries in for the North of England Open World Cup / Euro Tour 29 - 30th June 2013

The list is filling up fast and thanks to MKS for sponsoring the prizes. More details at the club web site below.

HoH Northern Open