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02-07-2021, 12:40 PM
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Posted By Michaelj2k

A replica TBX-1 built from Tom's original plans...

A replica TBX-1 built from Tom's original plans can be found here. TBX-1 Slow Build (https://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?3824731-Tom-Brett-s-TBX-1-A-Slow-Build&perpage=100#post46493659)
10-03-2019, 04:30 AM
Replies: 524
Views: 87,535
Posted By Michaelj2k

Note that a CNC kit has been cut to these plans...

Note that a CNC kit has been cut to these plans which have not been proven correct until it has been built.
06-13-2018, 08:29 AM
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Views: 87,535
Posted By Michaelj2k

Tom used Hobbypoxy paints. You'll note that...

Tom used Hobbypoxy paints. You'll note that Apogee, Perigee and TBX are all the same blue shade. Since Hobbypoxy is no longer available, klasskote is probably the closest to it. Epoxy Coatings -...
06-13-2018, 08:21 AM
Replies: 524
Views: 87,535
Posted By Michaelj2k

The one acquired by the VRCS, now hanging in the...

The one acquired by the VRCS, now hanging in the AMA museum.
06-09-2018, 05:57 PM
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Views: 87,535
Posted By Michaelj2k

That's great news Duane, take good care of them. ...

That's great news Duane, take good care of them. It's better that you have them than some Ebay shill like what happened with Kazmirski.

Mike
04-17-2015, 11:07 AM
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Views: 87,535
Posted By Michaelj2k

You are correct sir. Ask me how I know. ;) The...

You are correct sir. Ask me how I know. ;) The wing span is longer (2 inches??), the fuselage is longer and the vertical is lower.

Duane, now that Guido has unveiled his example, shall we let...
12-30-2014, 06:01 PM
Replies: 524
Views: 87,535
Posted By Michaelj2k

It's been a while since the last posting so here...

It's been a while since the last posting so here is an update. A movie in three parts was posted to Youtube from an Italian team member who competed at Henley in 1962. The first part documents...
05-04-2012, 08:44 AM
Replies: 524
Views: 87,535
Posted By Michaelj2k

RE: TOM BRETT'S DESIGNS-UPDATE

Super Tigre designed their engines with sub piston induction. When the piston it at TC, air is inducted into the chamber below the piston. Un-muffled, the "light case" ST's are very good engines...
05-04-2012, 08:04 AM
Replies: 524
Views: 87,535
Posted By Michaelj2k

RE: TOM BRETT'S DESIGNS-UPDATE

We had one mounted on a Hartman Zeus with a Taurus wing using a Merco strap on muffler. The rotating exhaust baffle was removed and the holes plugged with cut down rivets that fit the hole diameter....
05-03-2012, 08:24 AM
Replies: 524
Views: 87,535
Posted By Michaelj2k

RE: TOM BRETT'S DESIGNS-UPDATE

Veco .45's are good strong engines but they are a pain to break in (lapped piston). Put it on the test stand with a couple gallons of castor based fuel and a good book. :D
03-18-2011, 03:55 AM
Replies: 524
Views: 87,535
Posted By Michaelj2k

RE: TOM BRETT'S DESIGNS-UPDATE

I have Chuck's DVD; it is an awesome compilation of RC as it was back then.

The Abandoned Airfields website is a documentation of many of the Mom and Pop airports that were started in the golden...
03-17-2011, 03:52 AM
Replies: 524
Views: 87,535
Posted By Michaelj2k

RE: TOM BRETT'S DESIGNS-UPDATE

Now I know how to get to Pete Waters place! :D Not that I'm actually going there so don't worry Pete.

My reason for the web site reference is maybe track down some information on Wings Airport....
03-16-2011, 03:15 PM
Replies: 524
Views: 87,535
Posted By Michaelj2k

RE: TOM BRETT'S DESIGNS-UPDATE

Paul Freeman's website "Abandoned and Little Know Airfields" website traces the history of a large number of general aviation airfields that have disappeared over the years. Although there is no...
03-16-2011, 12:29 PM
Replies: 524
Views: 87,535
Posted By Michaelj2k

RE: TOM BRETT'S DESIGNS-UPDATE

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Here is some information from the RCCD web site under ''history'' discussing the Detroit Invitationals. It doesn't specically mention, however when the last Detroit Invitational was...
03-04-2011, 05:45 PM
Replies: 524
Views: 87,535
Posted By Michaelj2k

RE: TOM BRETT'S DESIGNS-UPDATE

I may have found the answer. Thanks Jay! http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_10379060/tm.htm
03-04-2011, 04:56 AM
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Views: 87,535
Posted By Michaelj2k

RE: TOM BRETT'S DESIGNS-UPDATE

Interesting pictures Duane, thanks. The first pdf of the Beachcomer shows what looks like an early Kraft single stick transmitter with a rudder knob. From what I recall, the Kraft KP-4 and KP-6 SS...
07-20-2010, 09:07 PM
Replies: 524
Views: 87,535
Posted By Michaelj2k

RE: TOM BRETT'S DESIGNS-UPDATE

Found this in the June-July 1964 issue of Radio control Modeler magazine Contest Calendar. "May 23 - 24 AA R/C contest, Tom Brett 21718 Arrowhead, St. Clair Shores, Michigan. AMA sanction".

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01-29-2010, 09:55 PM
Replies: 524
Views: 87,535
Posted By Michaelj2k

RE: TOM BRETT'S DESIGNS-UPDATE

Or you can get it here. http://www.rccd.org/
01-29-2010, 11:19 AM
Replies: 524
Views: 87,535
Posted By Michaelj2k

RE: TOM BRETT'S DESIGNS-UPDATE

Thanks, that's what I thought it was. It's a nice touch.
01-28-2010, 12:39 PM
Replies: 524
Views: 87,535
Posted By Michaelj2k

RE: TOM BRETT'S DESIGNS-UPDATE

What is the winged bullseye decal on the left wing?
11-09-2009, 08:58 AM
Replies: 524
Views: 87,535
Posted By Michaelj2k

RE: TOM BRETT'S DESIGNS-UPDATE

I noted that there is no horizontal stabilizer drawing. Or did I miss it???

There is a discussion of the deBolt kits here. ...
11-06-2009, 08:40 AM
Replies: 524
Views: 87,535
Posted By Michaelj2k

RE: TOM BRETT'S DESIGNS-UPDATE

The plans also show installations for the ST .56 and .60, Fox .59, Veco .45 and .61. I printed the N3 set and am just amazed at the detail shown. The airplane is fairly easy to build for the...
11-04-2009, 12:29 PM
Replies: 524
Views: 87,535
Posted By Michaelj2k

RE: TOM BRETT'S DESIGNS-UPDATE

I have several of them too and I know just where to put them!

Duane, you have done a service for all of us who appreciate vintage airplanes. And to find them in like new condition too! My...
09-21-2009, 11:19 AM
Replies: 524
Views: 87,535
Posted By Michaelj2k

RE: TOM BRETT'S DESIGNS-UPDATE

Cool. deBolt retracts and gear doors. I wonder why he didn't use bolts instead of bands on the wing. That was an idea just coming into vogue.
08-25-2009, 07:55 AM
Replies: 524
Views: 87,535
Posted By Michaelj2k

RE: TOM BRETT'S DESIGNS-UPDATE

What is the possibility that the tabs shown on each rib are actually a long support that is shaped to match the airfoil and attached to the building board and not part of the rib? When the wing and...
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