Author Archives: Bredehoft

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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Fun in the Sun – 26 July

Posted on 27 July 2020 by Bredehoft

It’s funny how perceptions change.  Prior to this year, it might have been “too windy” to fly.  It really wasn’t, but we get spoiled.  Now, since many of us are self-isolating and most forms of entertainment are no longer available, … Continue reading →

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NEW PRODUCT – Square Eagle P-30 SHORT KIT!

Posted on 14 July 2020 by Bredehoft

Two years ago, Dave Acton sent me the materials and his blessing to go produce the Square Eagle P-30, should I want to.  Dave and Bob Langelius had been selling the Blue Ridge line through PAL Model Products.  They had … Continue reading →

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New JetCat Kits and Other Stuff

Posted on 7 July 2020 by Bredehoft

A quick update – New JetCat Kits, Postal Rates, Build Projects, Photos, etc NEW JETCAT KITS I have two New JetCat kits available:  The Heinkel He.178 and the Lockheed L-133 Starjet The He.178 has been mentioned here before, I am … Continue reading →

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