Frodee
Off center a bit
To much paint on one side of the plane will cause an issue I'm guessing within a few lbs.
CG is critical on a helicopter.In addition to total weight, there's also a balance issue for all aircraft.
I spent a lot of years in the aerospace industry and the final few years were spent in sales and marketing of portable electronic aircraft scales.
All aircraft have to be weighed every few years to verify the center of gravity (CG) is still within the specified envelope. Every change made to the aircraft can effect the CG - seating layouts, re-engine, paint, instrumentation, weapon loads, etc.
For instance, the CG of an F-16 has to be within a 16"-long envelope along the centerline of the aircraft. Helicopters are also especially critical.
Looks awesome Fred, nice work!
For sure and will be worth more money in a few years even if it's a Scamp.Looks great, still cheaper than a new car.
Scamps rule! Lotta money but it's gonna be super nice and it shouldn't depreciate! I'm living vicariously through you. Really enjoying it. Thanks, SteveFor sure and will be worth more money in a few years even if it's a Scamp.
Hope to have it at Mopars in the park next year in your State so hope to see you there.Scamps rule! Lotta money but it's gonna be super nice and it shouldn't depreciate! I'm living vicariously through you. Really enjoying it. Thanks, Steve
That would be great. I drove mine around the block the other day. First time in 10 years. Hoping mine will be ready too!Hope to have it at Mopars in the park next year in your State so hope to see you there.
will have a cold beer ready for ya when you get there even if we don't get our cars there.That would be great. I drove mine around the block the other day. First time in 10 years. Hoping mine will be ready too!
I'll say it again, you're an artist. Michelangelo would be in awe.View attachment 1715396327 Fenders done Just sit this one on and will be taking it back off to install the engine that is coming from Blueprint engines that was shipped out today.
On a budget went out the window The engine was 8 grand, front suspension was 3 grand, Gear vendor over drive was 3 grand, new tranny was ??? something don't remember, rear end was I don't remember, and body and paint was at least 3 grand so far. I would have to say will be 30 grand into it.
Thank God I'm not married my wife would kill me. LOL
No my friend just good enough not perfect.I'll say it again, you're an artist. Michelangelo would be in awe.
That settles it, I'm setting my calendar right now! Lolwill have a cold beer ready for ya when you get there even if we don't get our cars there.
Your car looks great. And like others said less than a new car.View attachment 1715396327 Fenders done Just sit this one on and will be taking it back off to install the engine that is coming from Blueprint engines that was shipped out today.
On a budget went out the window The engine was 8 grand, front suspension was 3 grand, Gear vendor over drive was 3 grand, new tranny was ??? something don't remember, rear end was I don't remember, and body and paint was at least 3 grand so far. I would have to say will be 30 grand into it.
Thank God I'm not married my wife would kill me. LOL
Schwiinng!!!!!!View attachment 1715400260 View attachment 1715400261 View attachment 1715400263 My engine arrived from Blueprint, they sure did a nice job.
And I can fix this one just put a new engine in a newer car and it really sucks I enjoy working on my Scamp.Your car looks great. And like others said less than a new car.
View attachment 1715400260 View attachment 1715400261 View attachment 1715400263 My engine arrived from Blueprint, they sure did a nice job.
Good #s I'm happy.Sure can't complain about the numbers