34" Scrath Built Cat

[Norman2]

Hi, I used 3/32" on the bottom and 1/16" on the sides and top. Regards
Norman

[Norman2]

Hi. Used 3/32" for bottom and 1/16" for top and sides all covered with silkspan and
thinned out fiberglass resin. Regards
Norman
Sorry Double post

[Norman2]

Hi, Finally was able to complete painting. Graphics will be ready Tuesday so once
they are on I will clear coat and install Hardware and Electronics. Regards
Norman

[Alfa Spirit]

Very nice, may be Hydrolift replica?

[Norman2]

Hi Alfa Spirit, It is going to have my own graphics similar to my 30" Shake N' Bake
cat but in different colors. I agree it will look like the Hydrolift. Attached Photo of
what I am trying to clone. Regards
Norman

[Alfa Spirit]

Nice too, ACME made chrome metal adhesive?
Can you explain how did you made the rear pipes like Maritmo

[Norman2]

Hi guys, Got my graphics today and will clear coat in the next few days. Will then
install the hardware, Motor, flex shaft and prop. All the electronics are in. Bad thing
is I will have to wait for some warmer weather to try her out. Will post more photos
when it is completed. Regards
Norman
PS. Exhaust were made from basswood and copper tubing from the local hobby shop.

[rawsonreyes]

hi norman guys this is the first for the year from me. great job norman can you give me some info on the minwax stuff i use west system epoxy but if i can get some thing cheaper it will be great.i am close to finishing my 31 shockerman cat got all twin drives just needing two esc' looking at 9xl best recomendation.also need some balsa shop info the shop here in trinidad wi does not have the 1/32,1/16 skins any help will do.thanking you guys rawson reyes.

[Norman2]

Hi Rawson, Welcome back to the forum. The Minwax product I used on the new cat
is Fast Drying Clear Satin Polyurethane. It is easier to use than fiberglass resin
to seal the frame and hull. Only drawback is it needs about three coats to do the
job. Our local hobby shop carries all sizes of balsa, plywood, and basswood. I would
suggest you go to the Tower Hobbies site and they carry all sizes and types. Hope
this helps. Post some photos of your build. Regards
Norman

[Jesse J]

Well Norman, you have out done yourself! Amazing work and quite speedy as well.
Cheers, Jesse

[Norman2]

Hi Jesse, Thanks. I had to build a bigger one than my
30" incher in order to get more space for the electronics.
My fingers are too big. I just hope it runs as good as the
other one which is now a static model. What are you building or planning. Regards
Norman

[Norman2]

Hi, Finally finished my 34" cat. Now to wait for spring until the lakes are no longer
frozen up here in Western North Carolina. First I am going to power it with and
extra Ammo 36-50-2300 which I have lying around but finally I ordered an Ammo
36-56-1800 which will be the final set-up. Have not decided on ESC but will probably
be an Etti. Octura X640 Prop and 4S Lipos. Hope you like it. Regards
Norman