STORK 1/2 A KIT

[TGSNJ]

I recently had a kit called the STORK [1/2 a stunt for T.D. .049] made by golden state models given to me. The kit was missing most of the wing parts [ribs, spars, l/e and t/e].I can figure out the rib pattern from the fuse cut out and the length by the fixed flaps.My problem is what to use for a l/e and spars[how big and how many].I would love to see a set of plans or any ideas on what would work.It calls for a T.D..049 engine.The wingspan is apox 36". I was think maybe useing a norvel .061.Since our flying field is being moved I was hopeing i could fly this in the back yard on maybe 40 ' lines.It has been at least 40 years since i had any thing to do with 1/2 a's type planes , so this is like teaching an old dog a new trick. Many thanks Tom

[jim]

On that size 1/2A I would use a 1/4 square set on edge for the leading edge. Top and bottom 1/4 x 1/8 spars with a 1/32 web in between, and 2 pieces of 1/16 x 1 made into a V for the trailing edge. 1/16 ribs 3 in apart with false ribs between the leading edge and spar in between. No idea how the Stork wing was made.

Jim

[otshodges]

I am currently building a Stork from the Golden State plans. The wing has no spars. The upper and lower trailing edge stock is 1/16" balsa, 3/4" wide. The leading edge uses the preformed l.e. stock that is available from most any of the balsa suppliers. The plans show the leading edge in two pieces with a piece of 1/16" ply as a joiner. I am using a single piece of l.e. I plan on hollowing out the l.e. in between the ribs in order to shave a little weight off. The bellcrank mount is 1/16" ply that runs between the first ribs on each side of the fuse. I am also using fuse mounted l.g. instead of putting them in the wing.

Hope this helps.
Bill Hodges

[TGSNJ]

Bill Many thanks for the info.That helps alot. Could you tell me far far back from the leading edge is the center of the bell crank? What size b/c do they show ? Where do they show the leadout exiting the wing tip? How about CG location? I was going to give it all a good guess and hope for the best .Maybe with your help and info the plane may survive more then a few laps. Again much appreciated thanks. Tom

[otshodges]

The center of the bellcrank is 1 13/16" behind the front edge of the l.e. and 1" to the inside of the wing centerline.

The plans show a 2" bellcrank.

The front leadout exits the tip 1 7/8" behind the front edge of the l.e. The read leadout exits 1 1/16" behind the front one. I inset 1/16" tubing into the tip material for the leadouts to run through.

The CG is 1 3/8" behind the front edge of the l.e.

Glad I could help. If you have any more questions, holler.

Bill Hodges

[TGSNJ]

Thanks Bill That sure helps alot. I am just now starting to work on the plane again.Hurricane charlie put a damper on things around here for a bit.The new norvels came yesterday so i can start the breakin soon. Thanks again. Tom

[CLiner]

Tom,
Take the time to break in the Norvel properly. Once done, they last a long time (ie over 275 ~5+ minute flights and counting).
Hope to see the Stork in the air.
Maybe at our field?
Roger