Foam Board RC Planes for Newbies!

[@Zactivist]

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!

[@TimMcKay56]

ZZ: Glad it was helpful! Tim

[@boxlessthinker1973]

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!

[@TimMcKay56]

BT: Great news! Tim

[@mattynn8080]

You’re not in need of an adopted grandson by chance? 😂

[@TimMcKay56]

Good for now! 😊🌝

[@lukoppc]

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.

[@TimMcKay56]

Good luck, there are lots of design possibilities with foam board.

[@frankgambino3147]

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.

[@TimMcKay56]

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

[@fishycomics]

newbee or not , perfection and enjoyed, thanks for that info .

[@TimMcKay56]

😊❄️👍🏻 Tim

[@hubba002123]

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!

[@TimMcKay56]

Chris: Thanks for checking in, good luck with test flights! Tim

[@philcharlesworth3542]

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.

[@TimMcKay56]

Phil: Thanks for your feedback, and good luck with your projects! Tim

[@flyingcatfish]

Thank you for a great and informative video on the use of foamboards for rc aircraft.

[@TimMcKay56]

FCF: Glad it was helpful! Tim

[@TheLifeTerm]

Awesome, Tim, thank you.

[@TimMcKay56]

John: Glad you enjoyed it! Tim

[@karendavis6838]

Have you used the Flitetest foam board techniques? Removing the paper definitely removes weight however the foam board can be waterproofed which prevents delamination.

[@TimMcKay56]

Karen: Flitetest has some excellent ideas on use of foam, many different ways to tackle the problem. Tim

[@elambarithimd361]

16 minutes watching his video and I am already covered up my aerodynamics class than in 45 minutes

[@TimMcKay56]

Elambarithi: Best of luck! Tim

[@guatagel2454]

This is exactly what I waslooking for. Thank you!

[@TimMcKay56]

Great! Tim

[@thomasreddick5908]

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.

[@TimMcKay56]

Thomas: Best of luck re-entering the hobby! Tim

[@adamr2133]

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.

[@TimMcKay56]

Glad it was helpful! Tim

[@trackie1957]

I’m just a model airplane voyeur, but your videos are so well done, I’m subscribed!

[@TimMcKay56]

Thanks for checking in! Tim

[@kimkeam2094]

Thanks Tim, I have learned a lot from you. Most appreciated!

[@TimMcKay56]

Glad to hear it! Tim

[@alexherrera3918]

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

[@TimMcKay56]

Alex: Great tip ref alcohol and the black paper, will give it a try! Tim 😃

[@alexherrera3918]

@@TimMcKay56 Alcohol perhap a bit difficult to find these days... kzbin.info/www/bejne/hoKWlqGjm6d9lck

[@TimMcKay56]

Alex: Great Video, thanks. Tim

[@davescheer5038]

🌴 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 ?

[@TimMcKay56]

Absolutely! I keep the paper on most of my models, just not the smaller ones. Tim

[@woodycrabtree5096]

Thank u for these videos you have me hooked now cant wait to start

[@TimMcKay56]

Woody: Glad you like them! Tim

[@skyartrc8286]

You have built some nice models.

[@TimMcKay56]

SH: Thanks for checking in! Tim

[@doityourself5351]

Great job on this Tim !! keep up the good work and take care.

[@TimMcKay56]

Thanks, will do! Tim

[@AndresGarcia-nb2if]

Gracias por sus consejos saludos desde España

[@TimMcKay56]

👍🏻 Tim

[@ralphralphson4013]

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.

[@TimMcKay56]

Thanks for this input! Tim

[@wadedittus3552]

Thank you.... it seems easy enough I'm 60 and just getting started.....

[@TimMcKay56]

Wade: Best of luck! Tim

[@sigh_of_the_times]

Very nice video thank you for sharing.

[@TimMcKay56]

😊👍🏻 Tim

[@axelsmith209]

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 😄

[@TimMcKay56]

Great suggestion! Tim

[@dingalarm]

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 ?

[@TimMcKay56]

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

[@dingalarm]

@@TimMcKay56 OK. Thanks !

[@NIRAJPATELV]

Gr8 help Thanks a lot Cheers 👍👍

[@TimMcKay56]

No worries!

[@americanbrandon]

It took me a minute but it look like Dr. Drew!!

[@TimMcKay56]

😊👍🏻 Tim

[@robertsimmons1716]

Excellent video tutorial! Love the small slow flying planes. And tips on power and electronics?

[@TimMcKay56]

Robert: No worries, see www.StevensAero.com for the ultra micro control and power system. Tim

[@soosmate]

Thanks for the great explanation!

[@TimMcKay56]

Glad it was helpful! Tim

[@ElijahRCz]

hello, do you have a video explaining how to make the airplane that you showed at the 1:23 mark? thanks

[@TimMcKay56]

Will work on this. Tim

[@ElijahRCz]

@@TimMcKay56 thanks!!

[@WATCHMEGOBROKE]

Hey tim i bought foam board and all the supplies to start making one..what kind of tape do you use as a covering?

[@TimMcKay56]

CO: I use colored packing tape (Amazon). Tim

[@WATCHMEGOBROKE]

@Tim McKay awesome thanks brother!

[@DynamoClips]

you are awsome i wish i had a grandpa like you but noe i aspire to be one !!!!

[@TimMcKay56]

DC: Thanks for checking in! Tim

[@larrypalau3490]

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.

[@TimMcKay56]

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

[@larrypalau3490]

@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)

[@stvargas69]

Would balsa wood be better than popsicle sticks or other wood? Its still light & is a hardwood

[@TimMcKay56]

Sure, you can try this. Maybe a bit denser grain of balsa.

[@mesterado]

Thank you sir , great tips.

[@TimMcKay56]

Mucit: Many thanks for checking in! Tim

[@wattage2007]

Thanks for your wealth of knowledge. Brilliant video!

[@TimMcKay56]

Wattage: Many thanks! Tim

[@JimK0QJC]

Good tips for students!! Thanks

[@TimMcKay56]

James: This plane super easy to build and flies great. Tim

[@willardpearce8218]

Great info! Thank you!

[@TimMcKay56]

Thanks! Tim

[@dradden1556]

Very interesting.

[@TimMcKay56]

Thanks! Tim

[@sethburdge2684]

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.

[@TimMcKay56]

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

[@KunPom]

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[@TimMcKay56]

Thanks!

[@vancester1st]

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]

Vance: Thanks for checking in! The motors, ESCs and batteries are listed in the description for each plane. A good starting point. Tim

[@TimMcKay56]

Vance: Thanks for checking in! The motors, ESCs and batteries are listed in the description for each plane. A good starting point. Tim

[@9277cientifico]

you are awesome, thanks for your suggestions

[@TimMcKay56]

KDC: You are most welcome! Tim

[@youknoweverything7643]

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

[@TimMcKay56]

That is a great approach as well. Tim

[@77772013]

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

[@TimMcKay56]

7777: Glad it was helpful! Tim

[@jasondavenport6786]

Great Video

[@TimMcKay56]

Thanks for the visit! Tim

[@jovi___]

Great video Tim! Thank you!

[@TimMcKay56]

Jo Vi: Glad you liked it! Tim

[@americanbrandon]

I learned that using Vinyls adhesive papers that are used T-shirts are excellent Forgetting the surfaces that are durable-strong and very light

[@TimMcKay56]

Thanks! Tim

[@alirc6995]

Liked it.

[@TimMcKay56]

Thanks! Tim

[@reshairo]

Hi thanx for sharing your precious knowledge. Is KT Board the same as the Form Board ?

[@TimMcKay56]

P&C: Not quite sure what KT board is. 3/16" Foam Board is pretty standard, I get mine from Amazon. Tim

[@reshairo]

@@TimMcKay56 noted with many thanx

[@TimMcKay56]

👍🏻 Tim

[@gihanhanwella3307]

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?

[@TimMcKay56]

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

[@gihanhanwella3307]

@@TimMcKay56 Thank you for your insight

[@iman80skid91]

So the plane you fly in the last video.. Does it have a adjustable throttle and just Rudder and elevator

[@TimMcKay56]

80-K: Yes, three channels. Throttle via the electronic speed control, elevator and rudder. Tim

[@iman80skid91]

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

[@iammeobviously6815]

Is eps foam good for planes?

[@TimMcKay56]

Yes, it is. I just do not have much experience with eps foam. Tim

[@Chris-vc1dh]

Thank you How did you get CG and proportions wing to tail and the fuse?

[@TimMcKay56]

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

[@rondoschiavoni8840]

What temp should my mini stick glue gun be set on for foamboard?

[@TimMcKay56]

Medium.

[@adamsmutai3179]

Thanks for the video

[@TimMcKay56]

👍🏻 Tim

[@jemirandav]

Very, very nice, informative video!. Would be nice if you can also tell the measurements in metric units.

[@TimMcKay56]

Javier: There are several measurements shown on the plan, to include a 6 inch ruler. 1 inch = 152 mm. Tim

[@massimoborghini9724]

@@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

[@TimMcKay56]

@@massimoborghini9724 Yes, 1 inch = 2.54 cm. For the ultra-micro motor and electronics, see: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e6Pbp2yYpt-Netk

[@motiv311]

doing it right with mr mckay mmm kay ima go fly now

[@TimMcKay56]

Good luck! Tim

[@borden2417]

I can not find the download for the Bronco 2 plans. Can’t find the description.

[@TimMcKay56]

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

[@youknoweverything7643]

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

[@TimMcKay56]

Fully agree, and the tape is very sticky!! Tim

[@Joe-z5y]

How do to cut to shape I.e the wings for air flow

[@TimMcKay56]

I leave front and trailing behind edges square, but try to add some airfoil curve to the wing.

[@roadkill3873]

is styrofoam good for rc planes

[@TimMcKay56]

Little bit too fragile for day to day RC flying. Tim

[@rondoschiavoni8840]

what glue temp high or low

[@TimMcKay56]

Medium temp.

[@livinfreerc1263]

Nice informative video. Using a light with a soft-box will show more detail on camera.

[@TimMcKay56]

Good idea!

[@valentineskvira4304]

I can't find foamboard for sale online ANYWHERE at all, could someone please help me?

[@TimMcKay56]

KK: I always get my foam board at Amazon.com. Tim

[@antoniorocha66]

If you spray the board with normal sanitary alchool and wait for 5 minutes, all the paper comes off.

[@TimMcKay56]

Armenio: Appreciate your tip! Tim

[@markbarber7839]

3/16 or 3/8?

[@TimMcKay56]

I may have mispoke. I use foam board sheets 30" by 20" and 3/16" thick. Tim

[@debbiramsey4603]

Just for fun someone might look into the KFM family of airfoils,

[@TimMcKay56]

👍🏻 Tim

[@gregtanouslasering]

Hi I would love to see you do it in the much lighter far superior German Depron foam ok? see RcDepron.com

[@TimMcKay56]

Greg: I will take a look, see if I can afford this stuff! 😁👍 Tim

[@gregtanouslasering]

@@TimMcKay56 3mm is about the same price a flitetests ugly brown foam. ( and 3x lighter)

[@TimMcKay56]

Greg: Thanks, I will check it out! Tim

[@Danburdick-lm5xt]

no doubt home brew foamies and great and cheap but the price they want for foam kits is REDICULAS!!!!!!

[@TimMcKay56]

Copy!!

[@Grasshoppa65]

Need to work on your sound quality dude. Good vid otherwise.

[@TimMcKay56]

Thanks, will do!

[@Bacchus_Fishing]

I thought that the sound quality was fine maybe you need better speakersz?

[@MasboyRC]

Great video

[@TimMcKay56]

Thanks! Tim