1/8th Atlas Update

[Paul]

Hey Guys,

WOOHOO! All up weight on the skeleton (complete framework) is a scant 1lb 3.7oz. materials used where 1/8" balsa, 1/8" lite ply, 1/8" 5 ply. I have a few ounces to shed off of that weight because several of the center framework will be removed after the bottom has been sheeted. I should be on target for that 3.5lb max weight.

Things are shaping up now!

Paul.

[AndyKunz]

Sounds good, Paul. Keep track of that stuff, and it will make it easier to build a next one lighter. Try to track individual parts too, if you can.

Andy

[Paul]

Hey Guys,

Well, after jigging the rig up I didn't care for a few of the frames (fit wise) and had to re-make them. The problem was with the originals that where "off" a bit.

I've found several issues with this boat and its instructions that make me wonder how anybody ever built a good/straight one. Maybe that's why they don't make them anymore.:rolleyes:

Paul.

[Paul]

Hey Andy,

Keep track of that stuff, and it will make it easier to build a next one lighter.

There won't be another, one of these is quite enough!

Paul.