T-38 Talon 64MM Ducted Fan Jet Build Video

[tasilbhurn]

nice idea that these kits are so light, you'll need it using no fuel!! but for hobby value i think it sucks ass as a build project the kit is mostly complete when you buy it. not bad having a kit that would require no instructions lol. should label these as "kits for the unskilled" lol atleast polystyrene is cheap.

[TinkerManRC]

@tasilbhurn Good point know what you mean Thanks for commenting

[Dad3Sons]

Greetings from Northern CA! Thanks for this info, Tinkerman! I just got my T-38 and am painting it before assembly in the 9SWR colors at Beale AFB - all black w/red markings. This is my first EDF jet. My first RC is a SuperCub LP. Really enjoy all your videos!!

[TinkerManRC]

@Dad3Sons

Wow Thanks for the cool comment and kind words. Sounds like your T38 will look great, Thanks for sharing...

[TheLilflyer]

what would be a good beginner plane

[TinkerManRC]

Great question

I would recommend the Freewing F-15, It affoedable and a great flyer for a EDF Good luck and Thanks.

[combatwing]

Hi just wondering what size servos you have used and would digitals be better for this plane?

[TinkerManRC]

Great question, I used the Park Zone 1090 Digital Servos, They are about 13 dollers each and you can tell them apart because they have a steel top gear. They are fast and travel well, so you will have to add Expo. Good lick and hope this helps.

[onemassiveattack]

It looks like the wing on this model could fold quite easy, any ideas on how to secure it more to the fuse? I have already added cf rod to each wing but cant decide on how to reinforce the route???

[TinkerManRC]

Great question. The plane is very light 1 pound 13 oz ready to fly. I have flown it hard with no issues. That being said, if you chose to ad cf rod try and install a small one through the fuselage and onto the wings.. It will not hurt being in the air stream.. GL Tim

[onemassiveattack]

Guess what! I maidened my Talon yesterday with out adding any strength to the wing route (big mistake) All went well for the first few minutes then as it was cruising high up straight into the sunset the right wing came of! It rolled to the right over and over again and straight down nose first into the ground, Although its not written of I'm still seriously gutted : ( . Lesson learned !

[TinkerManRC]

Sorry to hear that your maiden did not go well, Hope she can be repaired. One thing I would like to point out is, after the wings are glued you can fill in the gaps with CA Glue for added Strength I have build 2 of these birds and never had a wing fail .. Hmmm GL TIm

[myjacobz1]

Thank you so much for this. I am new to this and the video really helped!

[TinkerManRC]

Sure no problem, if any questions do develop, just let me know I will be glad to help..Good Luck.

[CrabappleAce]

Tinkerman, you have taken this to a whole new level. Bravo Zula

[TinkerManRC]

Thanks for the kind works.

[Brushless2401]

Good job on the build vid can't wait for the next one !

[TinkerManRC]

The next one will be posted soon, stay tuned.

[SkyNinja81]

I second Baron's comment...Nice film work Phillis. The vid looks good Tim. I'm really looking forward to the f14 build!! Happy Landings....

[TinkerManRC]

Nic, Hey! Great comment, Thanks.

[RCRedBaron]

Tim's First Build Video! You are truly rounding out your video collection! 5* goes to Phillis for Filming for you! Phillis I wish I could see the look on your face when I ask this question, "How much fun were you having filming a build video?" LOL. Great job Tim, keep it up!

[TinkerManRC]

RCRedBaron, Thanks for the comment.

[LHCVette]

Neat video.  The fan uses a rotor (not impeller) and it is called a motor, not an engine.

[TinkerManRC]

Thanks for the kind words

[cholubaz]

nice build. Ill look forward to some flight videos of it.

[TinkerManRC]

I appreciate your comments, should fly this weekend.

[aos50]

Nice

[TinkerManRC]

Thanks.

[mxf7010g8k]

sweet vid and nice build.

[TinkerManRC]

Thank-you.