Originally Posted by zen@lanset.com

Volkswagons used to have a piece of magnesium on the motor. I saw an engine fire on an older VeeWee that could not be put out because the magnesium would not stop burning.

too true! the engine casings are formed from a magnesium rich alloy. And yes, it burns well if the fuel lead comes detached from the carb (dont ask me how I know.
Mark

I think the look of the test panels is fan-fricken-tastic.

Tom

Originally Posted by ska2000

I think the look of the test panels is fan-fricken-tastic.

Tom

Thanks Tom.
I really think it will look great, it is just the time it takes to apply it correct. I have something like 35,000 square inches to cover.

My steps for putting it on may look like this
1. Make sure FG is sanded smooth with 600 SP
2. Then apply the tape/foil
3. Apply all panel lines rivets.
4. Mask off all tape/foil that will stay the Aluminum look.
5. 400 SP all the tape/foil that will look like Mag
6. Remove masking areas and buff out the rest of the Aluminum.

I think it will take a month to do all of this.

Thanks, DAG

dag, what is the aluminum tape used for originaly? does it come on a roll or sheet.

I'm still here keeping my head down but following the superb thread
Happy Xmas and New year.

Jeff

Originally Posted by Jeff Glasser

dag, what is the aluminum tape used for originaly? does it come on a roll or sheet.

I'm still here keeping my head down but following the superb thread
Happy Xmas and New year.

Jeff

Hey Jeff,
The test foil I got from MacMaster Carr. It is used for sealing HVAC.

I will be using:
http://www.thetapedepot.com/cart/com...mart/Itemid,1/

It is .0012, verses the .0025 from MacMaster Carr.

The Flightmetal stuff that is on the market is .0015, and something like 10 times the $$$$$ I will be paying.

You also have a great X-max and new year, and if your like most my mates over there, have a pint or 3.

Cheers,
DAG

Yeah DAG, that Flitemetal stuff tho' I'm sure is excellent, it is expensive!

A few years back when I was knocking out the odd plastic scale model I used a brilliant adhesive alu' foil made by 'Sellotape,' very thin, light, and looked the part, though it did'nt like going around curves. Your method is the same as I used.

I can't locate it anymore, but as it only came in fairly small rolls, I do'nt think it would be cost effective for the B.36 to say the least.

I obtained it then thru motor factors!

Thanks for the link to the tape depot.

Yes I will have a pint or two!!

Jeff

Wow dag, the 'Tape depot' is marvelous, looks like if they do'nt have it, it does'nt exist!

Looking great DAG!

Merry Christmas to you and your family!

Here is what I got done late last night.
DAG

Nice work Dag!

Dag:
Quick question:
Are the batteries that are in the nose flight batteries or are they for Rx power?

Originally Posted by RiBell

Dag:
Quick question:
Are the batteries that are in the nose flight batteries or are they for Rx power?

RX batteries.
I wish I could put flight packs in the nose but can't as the ESC would go boom!

Thanks, DAG

Happy holidays Dag and all.

I'm looking very much forward to the maiden next year!



Cheers Alexander

Originally Posted by AlexanderB

Happy holidays Dag and all.

I'm looking very much forward to the maiden next year!



Cheers Alexander

Thanks!
I think you mean the maiden this spring.

And best wishes to your family.

Cheers!
Damon

DAG, your skin treatment looks amazing. What a wonderful finish that is going to give. One question I have is what effect that will have on your reception. Will you run external antennas? Is it even necessary (I would guess yes but I'm not an EE).

Merry Christmas and keep the updates rolling!

Carl