Geoff Daunt Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 I have just ordered and received this Laser cut kit from Dane-RC in Denmark. Has anyone built this model ? If so l have a few queries looking at the plan particularly as to position of Aileron servos and the very long piano wire rods suggested from Servo to Aileron horn. I will try to post a picture shortly. Thanks Geoff Daunt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Daunt Posted February 19, 2021 Author Share Posted February 19, 2021 By good fortune l have managed to add these photos. Why have the Servos so far forward and a massive link of 10 inches in length. Rear of rib about 1” in depth so very easy to build in a platform and put Servo upside down with short connecting arm . Or am l missing something ?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Lee Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 (edited) I suspect that it might just be Dane's Michael little quirk in his designs. I've not (yet) attempted the Leprechaun but have built both the Wisel and Wisel XL and both have extraordinarily long control links. I did ponder moving the servo positions but in the end accepted it as drawn and used carbon tubes around the 2mm pushrods to stiffen things up on the linkage. Edited February 19, 2021 by John Lee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trevor Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 I’ve not built this model but I’d guess that the forward position of the servos is just part of a quest to minimise the amount of noseweight needed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Daunt Posted February 19, 2021 Author Share Posted February 19, 2021 I had considered that Trevor but l am going for the Hacker Motor Electric version so with a Motor and 4s 3500 Lipo ( recommended) up front l don’t think that will be a problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Gray Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 Looks a fantastic model Geoff and am sorely tempted by it. Were you stung for import duties etc? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Daunt Posted February 20, 2021 Author Share Posted February 20, 2021 Hi Ron . Well there’s a story here. Last Yr l bought the Super Sinbad kit from New Zealand and yes l received a letter requiring Import duty before it could be released. With the Leprechaun XL l ordered it after January so we had left the EU and therefore saved about 20 percent Danish Tax. All the correct labelling was on the Box and price of kit and motor was declared in Euros...... but it was simply delivered by Courier. l have tried to look up the rules/ regulations but could not find the answer since l paid more for this kit than the Sinbad. So perhaps no import duty or maybe l was just lucky ?? The laser cut parts are excellent. Go on treat yourself ?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Gray Posted February 20, 2021 Share Posted February 20, 2021 I may well temp fate and go for it. Did you get the motor combo and the split fuse bits too? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Daunt Posted February 20, 2021 Author Share Posted February 20, 2021 A bit more research and l have now found the answer, and good news. The Eu-UK Trade & Cooperative Agreement...... Provides for Zero Tariffs & Zero Quotas on all Trade of EU & UK goods that comply with the appropriate rules of origin. So l was not lucky there is no duty. Obviously these rules do not apply to New Zealand. l bought the XL, Hacker Motor, and Leprechaun lettering sheet. You will not find the UK price on the Dane-rc website. You need to ask Michael via the website order form and he will Quote you a price including shipping. I did not bother with the split fuselage. I have a large estate car that will take the fuselage. In total mine cost 502 Euros or £ 462 at time of my transfer. model came within about 2 weeks Hope that helps?? Do keep in touch if you buy and can swap building issues. website had excellent photos of stage building.. no building instructions and certainly not one for a beginner but experienced builder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Gray Posted February 20, 2021 Share Posted February 20, 2021 Thanks Geoff, I will give it some more thought! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Gray Posted February 20, 2021 Share Posted February 20, 2021 Well I’ve asked for a quote, oh dear I’m getting closer to that ‘buy’ button! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Gray Posted February 21, 2021 Share Posted February 21, 2021 Well @Geoff Daunt I've only gone and done it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Gray Posted February 24, 2021 Share Posted February 24, 2021 On 19/02/2021 at 11:38, Geoff Daunt said: By good fortune l have managed to add these photos. Why have the Servos so far forward and a massive link of 10 inches in length. Rear of rib about 1” in depth so very easy to build in a platform and put Servo upside down with short connecting arm . Or am l missing something ?? Just found out from Michael that the reason they are positioned there is because he wanted to make it look as close to the original as possible so he’s hiding the servos rather than being able to see them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatMc Posted February 24, 2021 Share Posted February 24, 2021 5 hours ago, Ron Gray said: Just found out from Michael that the reason they are positioned there is because he wanted to make it look as close to the original as possible so he’s hiding the servos rather than being able to see them. Considering how unlike the original it is, I think Michael is taking the Michael. ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Gray Posted February 24, 2021 Share Posted February 24, 2021 Personally I think that he has kept the spirit of the original with his redesign and let’s face it Twoomey’s 1950s one was free flight and not RC. I’m also not too concerned that the pylon wing mount has been replaced. So I think all Michael is trying to do is hide the servos! Anyway I like the look, I better had as mine has now shipped! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Gray Posted February 28, 2021 Share Posted February 28, 2021 @Geoff Daunt, no sure if you’ve started yours yet, I’m hoping mine will arrive this week and if it does I’m setting myself the target of getting it built in time for the end of flying lockdown (29th March?!!!, fingers crossed ?) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuphedd Posted February 28, 2021 Share Posted February 28, 2021 I have an original Leprechaun , well whats left of it . The fuz is nylon covered and sound and there is enough left of the wings and tail to re-engineer replacements , Its free to whoever wants it . I have offered it before but no interest.But a shame to burn it . cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Gray Posted February 28, 2021 Share Posted February 28, 2021 @Stupheddwhere in the country are you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuphedd Posted February 28, 2021 Share Posted February 28, 2021 To Ron Gray right in the middle ! Basically where the A5 is crossed by the Fosse way ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Gray Posted February 28, 2021 Share Posted February 28, 2021 Alas, as I'm Norfolk based that, plus Covid, is a little too far! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuphedd Posted March 1, 2021 Share Posted March 1, 2021 Hi Ron do you ever go to any of the shows < weston cosford or even Buckminster, could drop it off ?? cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Gray Posted March 1, 2021 Share Posted March 1, 2021 Normally I do but not too sure about this year. I know some shows are planning to go ahead (not Cosford) but I’m not deciding just yet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuphedd Posted March 2, 2021 Share Posted March 2, 2021 Hi Ron its not moved for the last ******* years so its not doing any harm where it is , but if you do decide to go "showing " let me know . cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Gray Posted March 2, 2021 Share Posted March 2, 2021 Will do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Gray Posted March 4, 2021 Share Posted March 4, 2021 Leprechaun XL should hopefully be with me tomorrow. Had to pay the VAT though ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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