SE5A 1/5 scale any tips or photos on a similar scale build would be appreciated.

[Fitzy]

I am about to begin construction on a 1/5 scale SE5A any construction tips or photos of past builds would be appreciated. It is a Bel Air kit I have the plans but very little on construction. I have built several aircraft in the past including a Sopwith and other planes. This is the first though that came with no building instructions. So I am on new turf here.

 

[Jakko]

Never built anything like that myself, but perhaps it might help to look at instructions for other kits of the SE5A?

 

[Steve-the-Duck]

Bel Air's own website has a downloadable build guide
Probably one of the best sites for reference material on actual 'planes would be Wingnut Wings site, if it's still running?

 

[Fitzy]

I viewed their downloads and the only thing they have is a 2 page instruction on their smaller electric scale SE5a.

 

[Steve-the-Duck]

I viewed their downloads and the only thing they have is a 2 page instruction on their smaller electric scale SE5a.

Well, that answers why there appear to be two different prices on the kits. Some model manufacturerrs are just not helpful

 

[flyjoe180]

From many moons ago on this very site:

1/4 Scale SE5a ( The Old Dutch )

Let me explain the title The Old Dutch, short for Dutches. This was the pet name i had for my mom who sadly passed away a week ago today. I will build this next project in her memory and will proudly display the name "The Old Dutch" on her sides for all to see. I know she would love such a...

www.scale-models.co.uk

 

[Mark1]

There is 1/5 plans for sale on ebay and free downloads at a quick google