great information! You explain things really well for us noobs especially. taking notes for my first forays into this great hobby along with my two kids!
Thank you Tim for this video which opened my eyes to form board planes. I have a Great Grandson who is going to be four years old, we are very close to one another, and I think building and flying the planes will pique his interest. I hope I can call upon you to guild me in the process.
Frank: Thanks for your feedback. I have a new video, out on Feb 14th, of a super simple square foam airplane. Flies so well could be a trainer. Best of luck with your great grandson! Tim
Thanks for sharing all this experience. I was so disappoint when the foam board I ordered arrived and see it was the one covered with soft paper (not the one that is harder) but after watching this video I know I can still use it to build my model.
Thank you, Tim! As mentioned by other commenters, very good information! Picked up some tips for working with foam board for some slightly different project.
Thank you. I've just acquired a load of 6mm and 3mm Depron and found you video very useful. I wouldn't have thought of using hot glue and packing tape - useful tips.
Thank you, I’m new to this but am really enjoying the way you teach the subject. Makes me think I can do this and it should cost a million dollars anymore. Thank you so much.
This is an awesome video 😊! I would also love a video on how to make a simple small airframe I don’t even need measurements I kind of just want the idea! Again thanks so much 😄
Very useful video for us the begginers. The black board can be spread with alcohol and will detach easily. I really learn many thing with your videos, Please consider models with KFM airfoilsm they are easier to build. A link to the materials would be very useful for begginer builders. Thanks for the videos! Alex
The dollar store one with the black paper peels off a lot easier if you go in your bathroom while the shower is on hot. The steam helps to get it off in bigger peices. I got mine off in 1 20x30 inch peice.
Have you used the Flitetest foam board techniques? Removing the paper definitely removes weight however the foam board can be waterproofed which prevents delamination.
I use hinge tape on all my control surfaces I actually cut my control surfaces and will use either some index cards and cut small strips as my hinges and just glue it into the edges after I cut a slit on each edge then I will weave my hinge tape and I have never had a control surfaces rip or break
🌴 So on the dollar store black foam , I realize that removing the paper removes weight, it seemed pretty light with it on ? Could a plane be built with the paper on and then sprayed with something to seal it and make it durable🤔 say clear polyurethane or brushed or parapet with thinned wood glue ? It would add to the adhesion and seal the surfaces and make it more of a hard surface , and more structurally sound, it would seem to me that the extra weight could be over seen with a bigger motor or prop ?
Sure. Just get a three view of a Slow Stick. Say the measured wingspan is 10”. Simply multiply all of the 3 view dimensions by 6, sketch out the full size plans (all straight lines) and build it! Tim
@TimMcKay56 can you lead me to a suitable wing as slow stick is a molded wing. I want a dollar tree (2 panels) wing since im looking for 60". Stab and tail could be dollar tree foam. Also, ( don't care) ailerons or not? ( been flying many years) Thanks! P.S. I do have a slow stick. Would rather a big one than an "old fogey)
Thanks for sharing your knowledge do you have a video or plans to build the little backyard flyer I thought it would be a good starter plane for my son.
Seth: I just added a link for the plans in the video description. Plans are pretty much a "TurboCAD sketch," but there is a 6" ruler for scale, and the plane is all straight lines. Tim
Great content! Any suggestions on component kits? Is there any kit that has motor, prop, servos that are the correct size for these smaller planes that you're building?
@@TimMcKay56 am I wrong? 1 inch corresponding to 2,54cm or 25,4mm. Thanks for all informations. I'll be grate to you if you would specify motor(brushed/brusshless) power w/ kv you use for plane on the video(perfect for backyard) ,battery (1/2slipo ) esc /bec A and propeller. Nice job. Congratulations
Thank you for the interesting and informative video 🙂 I was thinking of using foam sheets as a lighter alternative to balsa wings for small 1/2A R/C (glow & diesel) models. As such, would you know if this material is suitably durable and fuel-proof ?
Charles: The link should be there. Same plans as the original Bronco video I made, perhaps check the Description of the original Bronco. Plane flies great! Tim
Thank you Tim for your videos. quick question, I see this Flysky FS-i6X transmitter on amazon which is cheaper than the Spektrum models. any drawbacks with this transmitter?
Gihan: I do not have any experience with the Flysky products. Taking a look at Amazon, the reviews seem positive, maybe give it a chance. As RC plane crashes are such a pain in the neck, I like to find the best products out there. Spektrum seems to lead the pack (they introduced 2.4 GHz technology in 2004, for example). What I really like about the newer Spektrum TX and RX are their built-in antennas. I have lost 3 models over the years to antenna issues, no more. 😁 Tim
Chris: For a constant chord wing, GC is 25% back from the leading edge. As for the length of the fuselage and size of the tail surfaces, to be honest, I eyeball it and draw something that looks about right. And if in doubt, make the surfaces a bit larger. Tim
And on Amazon you can get a 6 pack of each color of a roll of packing tape it's very thin and goes on very easy and looks great and strengthens the model as well and water proofs it I cover my foam board first with packing tape then I cut all my pieces so I cover the whole piece of foam board first cover like two or three of them then lay out your templates and plans and get to cutting
great information! You explain things really well for us noobs especially. taking notes for my first forays into this great hobby along with my two kids!
ZZ: Glad it was helpful! Tim
Thank you for creating this intro to foam board for use in RC planes. I envision a significant reduction in build time and field repair!
BT: Great news! Tim
Thank you Tim for this video which opened my eyes to form board planes. I have a Great Grandson who is going to be four years old, we are very close to one another, and I think building and flying the planes will pique his interest. I hope I can call upon you to guild me in the process.
Frank: Thanks for your feedback. I have a new video, out on Feb 14th, of a super simple square foam airplane. Flies so well could be a trainer. Best of luck with your great grandson! Tim
newbee or not , perfection and enjoyed, thanks for that info .
😊❄️👍🏻 Tim
Thank you for a great and informative video on the use of foamboards for rc aircraft.
FCF: Glad it was helpful! Tim
Thanks for sharing all this experience. I was so disappoint when the foam board I ordered arrived and see it was the one covered with soft paper (not the one that is harder) but after watching this video I know I can still use it to build my model.
Good luck, there are lots of design possibilities with foam board.
Awesome, Tim, thank you.
John: Glad you enjoyed it! Tim
This is awesome! Was converting some drone parts to make a cheap RC plane from foam board and I'm glad I watched this first!
Chris: Thanks for checking in, good luck with test flights! Tim
This is exactly what I waslooking for. Thank you!
Great! Tim
16 minutes watching his video and I am already covered up my aerodynamics class than in 45 minutes
Elambarithi: Best of luck! Tim
Thank u for these videos you have me hooked now cant wait to start
Woody: Glad you like them! Tim
Thank you, Tim! As mentioned by other commenters, very good information! Picked up some tips for working with foam board for some slightly different project.
Glad it was helpful! Tim
Thank you. I've just acquired a load of 6mm and 3mm Depron and found you video very useful. I wouldn't have thought of using hot glue and packing tape - useful tips.
Phil: Thanks for your feedback, and good luck with your projects! Tim
Thank you, I’m new to this but am really enjoying the way you teach the subject. Makes me think I can do this and it should cost a million dollars anymore. Thank you so much.
Thomas: Best of luck re-entering the hobby! Tim
Great job on this Tim !! keep up the good work and take care.
Thanks, will do! Tim
Thanks Tim, I have learned a lot from you. Most appreciated!
Glad to hear it! Tim
I’m just a model airplane voyeur, but your videos are so well done, I’m subscribed!
Thanks for checking in! Tim
You have built some nice models.
SH: Thanks for checking in! Tim
Thanks for the great explanation!
Glad it was helpful! Tim
Very nice video thank you for sharing.
😊👍🏻 Tim
It took me a minute but it look like Dr. Drew!!
😊👍🏻 Tim
This is an awesome video 😊! I would also love a video on how to make a simple small airframe I don’t even need measurements I kind of just want the idea! Again thanks so much 😄
Great suggestion! Tim
Thank you sir , great tips.
Mucit: Many thanks for checking in! Tim
Great info! Thank you!
Thanks! Tim
Thanks for your wealth of knowledge. Brilliant video!
Wattage: Many thanks! Tim
Very useful video for us the begginers. The black board can be spread with alcohol and will detach easily.
I really learn many thing with your videos, Please consider models with KFM airfoilsm they are easier to build.
A link to the materials would be very useful for begginer builders.
Thanks for the videos!
Alex
Alex: Great tip ref alcohol and the black paper, will give it a try! Tim 😃
@@TimMcKay56 Alcohol perhap a bit difficult to find these days...
ua-cam.com/video/PQ3enmfBJ_g/v-deo.html
Alex: Great Video, thanks. Tim
Good tips for students!! Thanks
James: This plane super easy to build and flies great. Tim
The dollar store one with the black paper peels off a lot easier if you go in your bathroom while the shower is on hot. The steam helps to get it off in bigger peices. I got mine off in 1 20x30 inch peice.
Thanks for this input! Tim
you are awesome, thanks for your suggestions
KDC: You are most welcome! Tim
Gracias por sus consejos saludos desde España
👍🏻 Tim
Gr8 help Thanks a lot Cheers 👍👍
No worries!
you are awsome i wish i had a grandpa like you but noe i aspire to be one !!!!
DC: Thanks for checking in! Tim
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Thanks!
Excellent video tutorial! Love the small slow flying planes. And tips on power and electronics?
Robert: No worries, see www.StevensAero.com for the ultra micro control and power system. Tim
Very interesting.
Thanks! Tim
Great video Tim! Thank you!
Jo Vi: Glad you liked it! Tim
Great Video
Thanks for the visit! Tim
Thank you.... it seems easy enough I'm 60 and just getting started.....
Wade: Best of luck! Tim
Amazing info all very simple but so so useful thanks a million just getting into this and it’s good to know I’m on the right track
7777: Glad it was helpful! Tim
Thanks for the video
👍🏻 Tim
Have you used the Flitetest foam board techniques? Removing the paper definitely removes weight however the foam board can be waterproofed which prevents delamination.
Karen: Flitetest has some excellent ideas on use of foam, many different ways to tackle the problem. Tim
I learned that using Vinyls adhesive papers that are used T-shirts are excellent Forgetting the surfaces that are durable-strong and very light
Thanks! Tim
Liked it.
Thanks! Tim
I use hinge tape on all my control surfaces I actually cut my control surfaces and will use either some index cards and cut small strips as my hinges and just glue it into the edges after I cut a slit on each edge then I will weave my hinge tape and I have never had a control surfaces rip or break
That is a great approach as well. Tim
Would balsa wood be better than popsicle sticks or other wood? Its still light & is a hardwood
Sure, you can try this. Maybe a bit denser grain of balsa.
🌴 So on the dollar store black foam , I realize that removing the paper removes weight, it seemed pretty light with it on ? Could a plane be built with the paper on and then sprayed with something to seal it and make it durable🤔 say clear polyurethane or brushed or parapet with thinned wood glue ? It would add to the adhesion and seal the surfaces and make it more of a hard surface , and more structurally sound, it would seem to me that the extra weight could be over seen with a bigger motor or prop ?
Absolutely! I keep the paper on most of my models, just not the smaller ones. Tim
Is eps foam good for planes?
Yes, it is. I just do not have much experience with eps foam. Tim
Hey tim i bought foam board and all the supplies to start making one..what kind of tape do you use as a covering?
CO: I use colored packing tape (Amazon). Tim
@Tim McKay awesome thanks brother!
Tim, I'd like to build something like a large slow stick. Need a 60" wingspan. Slower the better. Can you point me in the right direction. Thanks.
Sure. Just get a three view of a Slow Stick. Say the measured wingspan is 10”. Simply multiply all of the 3 view dimensions by 6, sketch out the full size plans (all straight lines) and build it! Tim
@TimMcKay56 can you lead me to a suitable wing as slow stick is a molded wing. I want a dollar tree (2 panels) wing since im looking for 60". Stab and tail could be dollar tree foam. Also, ( don't care) ailerons or not? ( been flying many years) Thanks! P.S. I do have a slow stick. Would rather a big one than an "old fogey)
Thanks for sharing your knowledge do you have a video or plans to build the little backyard flyer I thought it would be a good starter plane for my son.
Seth: I just added a link for the plans in the video description. Plans are pretty much a "TurboCAD sketch," but there is a 6" ruler for scale, and the plane is all straight lines. Tim
Great content! Any suggestions on component kits? Is there any kit that has motor, prop, servos that are the correct size for these smaller planes that you're building?
Vance: Thanks for checking in! The motors, ESCs and batteries are listed in the description for each plane. A good starting point. Tim
Vance: Thanks for checking in! The motors, ESCs and batteries are listed in the description for each plane. A good starting point. Tim
Very, very nice, informative video!. Would be nice if you can also tell the measurements in metric units.
Javier: There are several measurements shown on the plan, to include a 6 inch ruler. 1 inch = 152 mm. Tim
@@TimMcKay56 am I wrong? 1 inch corresponding to 2,54cm or 25,4mm. Thanks for all informations. I'll be grate to you if you would specify motor(brushed/brusshless) power w/ kv you use for plane on the video(perfect for backyard) ,battery (1/2slipo ) esc /bec A and propeller. Nice job. Congratulations
@@massimoborghini9724 Yes, 1 inch = 2.54 cm. For the ultra-micro motor and electronics, see: ua-cam.com/video/Erxv9bqzZDw/v-deo.html
Thank you for the interesting and informative video 🙂 I was thinking of using foam sheets as a lighter alternative to balsa wings for small 1/2A R/C (glow & diesel) models. As such, would you know if this material is suitably durable and fuel-proof ?
Ding: There are a lot of different types of foam. Best to test a sample piece of foam first with a bit of fuel prior to building the model. Tim
@@TimMcKay56 OK. Thanks !
What temp should my mini stick glue gun be set on for foamboard?
Medium.
doing it right with mr mckay mmm kay ima go fly now
Good luck! Tim
I can not find the download for the Bronco 2 plans. Can’t find the description.
Charles: The link should be there. Same plans as the original Bronco video I made, perhaps check the Description of the original Bronco. Plane flies great! Tim
Hi thanx for sharing your precious knowledge. Is KT Board the same as the Form Board ?
P&C: Not quite sure what KT board is. 3/16" Foam Board is pretty standard, I get mine from Amazon. Tim
@@TimMcKay56 noted with many thanx
👍🏻 Tim
hello, do you have a video explaining how to make the airplane that you showed at the 1:23 mark? thanks
Will work on this. Tim
@@TimMcKay56 thanks!!
So the plane you fly in the last video..
Does it have a adjustable throttle and just Rudder and elevator
80-K: Yes, three channels. Throttle via the electronic speed control, elevator and rudder. Tim
Hi... on the the high wing small aircraft that you built...
What size KV motor is it do you know and also what size ESC..... must be just like a 5 amp
Thank you Tim for your videos. quick question, I see this Flysky FS-i6X transmitter on amazon which is cheaper than the Spektrum models. any drawbacks with this transmitter?
Gihan: I do not have any experience with the Flysky products. Taking a look at Amazon, the reviews seem positive, maybe give it a chance. As RC plane crashes are such a pain in the neck, I like to find the best products out there. Spektrum seems to lead the pack (they introduced 2.4 GHz technology in 2004, for example). What I really like about the newer Spektrum TX and RX are their built-in antennas. I have lost 3 models over the years to antenna issues, no more. 😁 Tim
@@TimMcKay56 Thank you for your insight
Thank you
How did you get CG and proportions wing to tail and the fuse?
Chris: For a constant chord wing, GC is 25% back from the leading edge. As for the length of the fuselage and size of the tail surfaces, to be honest, I eyeball it and draw something that looks about right. And if in doubt, make the surfaces a bit larger. Tim
is styrofoam good for rc planes
Little bit too fragile for day to day RC flying. Tim
You’re not in need of an adopted grandson by chance? 😂
Good for now! 😊🌝
what glue temp high or low
Medium temp.
And on Amazon you can get a 6 pack of each color of a roll of packing tape it's very thin and goes on very easy and looks great and strengthens the model as well and water proofs it I cover my foam board first with packing tape then I cut all my pieces so I cover the whole piece of foam board first cover like two or three of them then lay out your templates and plans and get to cutting
Fully agree, and the tape is very sticky!! Tim
I can't find foamboard for sale online ANYWHERE at all, could someone please help me?
KK: I always get my foam board at Amazon.com. Tim
3/16 or 3/8?
I may have mispoke. I use foam board sheets 30" by 20" and 3/16" thick. Tim
If you spray the board with normal sanitary alchool and wait for 5 minutes, all the paper comes off.
Armenio: Appreciate your tip! Tim
Nice informative video. Using a light with a soft-box will show more detail on camera.
Good idea!
Just for fun someone might look into the KFM family of airfoils,
👍🏻 Tim
no doubt home brew foamies and great and cheap but the price they want for foam kits is REDICULAS!!!!!!
Copy!!
Hi I would love to see you do it in the much lighter far superior German Depron foam ok? see RcDepron.com
Greg: I will take a look, see if I can afford this stuff! 😁👍 Tim
@@TimMcKay56 3mm is about the same price a flitetests ugly brown foam. ( and 3x lighter)
Greg: Thanks, I will check it out! Tim
Need to work on your sound quality dude. Good vid otherwise.
Thanks, will do!
I thought that the sound quality was fine maybe you need better speakersz?
Great video
Thanks! Tim