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Post by wizard122 on Mar 23, 2012 22:35:52 GMT 1
So I've read all these post about packing tape. What about films don't they add reinforcement too.
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Post by toff on Mar 23, 2012 23:37:02 GMT 1
Pm Dillzio.............dylan has used econocote very effectively on his original and second supercub.
Might be a while responding though....as far as I'm aware, he's in his last year of evil global dictator school, and has his 'how evil are you?' exams to finish. But he knows all about it ( and how to fit a death ray to a supercub!)
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Post by wizard122 on Mar 24, 2012 19:43:05 GMT 1
Thanks will do
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Post by 60buick on Dec 19, 2012 18:38:38 GMT 1
It adds a good bit of durability. I have never had one covered in tape but much stronger than just the foam.
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Post by joeyballgame on Apr 9, 2013 20:04:44 GMT 1
It took me a few hours, but I covered the entire fuselage and wing in 2" clear packing tape, overlaping each layer by 1/4" to 3/8". This created a more rigid fuselage and wing. I did without the wing struts due to the rigidity added to the wing with the packing tape. I use releasable double sided tape on each side of the fuselage to secure the wing and still use the stock rubber bands. Be sure not to put double sided tape on the FWD and AFT sections of the fuselage, only on the sides... This only works if you apply packing tape to each side of the fuselage and wing so the double sided tape removes easily...
I can take a few photos if it helps, lemmi know...
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Post by Crazy Horse on Apr 9, 2013 20:31:05 GMT 1
JBG, Did you use the Aldi tape old chap? Seriously strong, UV resistant and a darn good bargain!  |
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Post by hghost on Apr 16, 2013 1:37:36 GMT 1
What about Duck tape ? They have many colors of duct tape.I see everyone using clear packing tape, duct tape seems to be stronger and more flexible ,Guess any tape would work and help protect the foam. Right ?
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Post by flydiver on Apr 16, 2013 5:20:38 GMT 1
Duct tape = heavy.
Packing tape - just as functional and a LOT lighter.
Too much of anything can be a bad thing.
Dillzio seriously overbuilt his planes and they were heavy, so he overpowered them to compensate. It's one way to do it.
Heavy crashes harder than light, lots harder. That's physics. If you dig around he has a great disaster story with a Funjet.
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Post by hghost on Apr 19, 2013 17:51:44 GMT 1
I have clear Scotts packing tape, I also bought from a hobby store some duck tape that has designs, colors etc. After holding both tapes in my hand it appears there is no real difference in thickness of the clear packing tape to this duct tape ? The Duct tape seems more solid, the feel is stronger, but as far as weight goes I can not tell the difference. ( this is not the grey duck tape one uses on hoses etc) But it is duck tape nonetheless.
Is there a certain procedure one would use to cover the plane in tape ? Some pics I have seen, seems to me that one many planes there are wrinkles and possible bubbled area's , wouldn't that affect the plane in flight ?
This duct tape I was considering using for example on areas of the wing ( leading edge or trailing edge ) while covering the rest in clear tape. Perhaps on the already striped decals on the bottom of the wing adding a checkered strip beside the black that is already on the bottom of the wings ( yes they have checkered colored duct tape to ) anyway, could it be the packing tape I purchased is just a heavier grade then most people use ? I see No specs on thickness or weight, just length and width.
Any additional info and suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
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Post by Crazy Horse on Apr 19, 2013 18:14:33 GMT 1
Hi hghost,
My advice to you is that WHATEVER changes you make to your Cub, no matter what they are, how insignificant they seem to be,
CHECK AND ADJUST, if necessary, (and it will be) the centre of gravity. Get that right and you are going to have a good flying experience rather than a crash.
Duct tape, bad, really heavy, bin it!
Just like the ACT. (automatic crash technology)
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Post by flydiver on Apr 19, 2013 19:04:37 GMT 1
A tendency of newbies is to reinforce their plane against crashes.
Rebar, concrete, fiberglass.....duct tape.
HEAVY CRASHES HARDER!!! That's physics. You cannot reinforce against dumb thumbs.
Do what you will but pay attention to Crazy, check that CG.
You would be amazed how much weight a coat of paint alone adds.
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Post by hghost on Apr 19, 2013 21:59:28 GMT 1
Speaking of weight changes and CG....what about the Mods to the Fuselage and battery compartments, Larger wheels etc etc. Seems popsicle sticks would add weight and throw off the CG ? And I am studying the Mods, one shows changing the battery box to allow the battery to be installed straight up instead of laying flat, wouldn't that to change the weight and CG ? Some show velcro mounted wing struts. How much weight is to much weight for the Cub ?
Isn't the Cub adjusted to the design already and the CG set to a particular point ? I saw the video of setting the CG, which is no big deal, However what about Mod changes and the added weight to a Stock Cub ? Seems any changes would result in changes in flight as well ?
Or am i over thinking this ? Is setting the CG all one needs to do after these Mods or will there have to be a change in Power ( larger Engine?) to compensate ? I saw that on many video's people installing newer stronger motors etc etc.....I personally do not want to do that, But I also saw those who used the same stock motor with many changes ?
Any advice ?
FYI, the duct tape was an idea to use in certain spots Not an entire covering, again this type duct tape is not the normal duct tape one uses to repair pipes or seats or whatever...this is much thinner . It was a thought and a question.
Thanks for the insight.
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