Author Archives: Bredehoft

Customer Photos – EKW C-3603

Posted on 28 October 2020 by Bredehoft

About a year ago, I received an inquiry from a potential customer.  This customer wanted SIX of my EKW C-3603 Short Kits.  That was unusual enough, but to add to the experience, the customer was in Switzerland (the EKW is … Continue reading →

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NEW PRODUCT – Tweety Pup Embryo Short Kit

Posted on 23 October 2020 by Bredehoft

Before I took my 12-year-break, I flew with all the old-school Cloudbusters from the 80s and 90s.  One of those was Don Campell and this is his 1997 design, the Tweety Pup.  Ever since I drew up Don’s Tomahawk Embryo, … Continue reading →

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A Sentimental Journey to Dayton, Ohio

Posted on 4 October 2020 by Bredehoft

A LONG write-up about a small contest. Saturday, I went to an FAC Contest.  The McCook Field* Squadron, #5 in the FAC lore, is a low-key group of flyers that has been around since the beginning, thanks primarily to Frank … Continue reading →

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NEW PRODUCT – Cessna Bird Dog Dime Short Kit

Posted on 2 October 2020 by Bredehoft

FIVE DAY BUILD!  I call this the “ULTIMATE” Dime Scale model.  Why is it the “ultimate”; it is not large in wing area, motor length or any other measurement?  Well, the full scale Cessna 305 was flown on December 14th, … Continue reading →

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ESAKI TISSUE STASH FOR SALE!

Posted on 17 September 2020 by Bredehoft

I was reduced to trying to clean up my workshop the other day.  I decided to consolidate my “tissue for sale” cabinet.  I have only a very little left and I was saving what I have for myself.  I have … Continue reading →

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Rubber and Picture NEWS

Posted on 9 September 2020 by Bredehoft

RUBBER NEWS and PICTURE NEWS 1/4″ RUBBER is back in Production! FAI reports that they are again producing 1/4″ rubber and I got some in my latest order (received yesterday)! PICTURES – I have fixed the mystery issue that prevented … Continue reading →

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System Upgrades

Posted on 7 September 2020 by Bredehoft

A Summary of System Changes and Price Increases 1: Canadian Customs The other day, I was shipping a package to a Canadian customer. Stamps.com warned me that Canadian customers are often charged a customs fee AND a $10 processing fee. … Continue reading →

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Balsa Prices – and Vacay for a Day

Posted on 31 August 2020 by Bredehoft

Well, two days. Things have been slow around here, mainly because of a balsa shortage.  I order nearly on a monthly basis.  I got a small shock on my last order:  57 sheets out of 100 were in excess of … Continue reading →

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Tissue Redux

Posted on 10 August 2020 by Bredehoft

BLUF:  I discuss tissue and possible tissue options. As everyone is probably aware, Esaki has gone by the wayside.  Some of us suppliers still have some amounts and colors, but I think all the popular colors are getting really scarce … Continue reading →

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NEW PRODUCT – Electronic Band-Burner DT

Posted on 31 July 2020 by Bredehoft

A year ago, I posted a video on the operation of a Electronic Band-Burner DT and many people have asked if I would be carrying this product. I am happy to say that I have worked out an agreement with … Continue reading →

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