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Started by · October 11, 2018 6:23 PM
Last message from October 11, 2018 6:23 PM
I can t read the text, but the pictures are good. Looks like some nice Bugs are being built in Poland. DLG Lightninbug BUG - DLG/HLG
Started by · August 5, 2016 12:19 PM
Last message from August 2, 2018 8:50 AM
I would like to know if anyone knows if a light weigh high start or small winch has been used for the Bug. When you get old and your body doesn t work as it
Started by · June 26, 2015 9:12 PM
Last message from June 30, 2015 2:15 PM
Guys it is high time someone shared a scan from the original RCM Bug plans if only for the purpose of preservation. There must be some here who bought the
Started by · April 23, 2015 9:46 AM
Last message from June 4, 2015 9:28 PM
I have a AR6400 brick from a parkzone champ. I plan to use this radio set up in a new Bug That I am building. Does anyone think this set-up will have enough
Started by · January 17, 2015 5:58 PM
Last message from January 20, 2015 4:28 AM
I am making a bugx glider. it is my first balsa glider and i am very confused as to what servos/battery/transmitter/receivers i should use. Any help would be
Started by · October 7, 2014 6:18 PM
Last message from October 28, 2014 1:01 PM
Hi guys, I just come back to the Bug. I m glad to see the Lightnin Bug. In the distant past there were suggestions and plans, I think, for expanding the
Started by · September 11, 2014 9:46 PM
Last message from September 15, 2014 6:45 PM
I m just starting my lightnin bug build and I have a question. I ve used the search function to try and find an answer but come up empty so far. On the plans
Started by · January 1, 2014 10:34 PM
Last message from January 17, 2014 11:12 PM
I have uploaded a new version of the BugX - BugXr16.pdf. It s available in the files section. Let me know how it prints out. Why didn t you just use the
Started by · December 8, 2013 8:15 PM
Last message from December 12, 2013 9:07 PM
gldrgidr@yahoo.com To BugHLG@yahoogroups.com Dec 8 at 6:15 PM I have uploaded a new version of the BugX - BugXr16.pdf. It s available in the files section.
Started by · December 10, 2013 12:39 AM
Last message from December 10, 2013 12:39 AM
SIR I have been a member of the Bug group for quite a while been out of it for a while when I came back i was told by the computer that if I was using windows
Started by · December 9, 2013 9:50 AM
Last message from December 9, 2013 9:50 AM
Has anyone taken a look at the re-scaled image I posted in the photos section of the BugX Plan to see whether the size prints correctly now.
Started by · November 26, 2013 11:18 AM
Last message from December 8, 2013 4:17 PM
I Finished the Lightninbug. The AUW is 138g w/o battery and with three 240mAh LiPos wired in parallel and stuffed in the nose it balances perfectly according
Started by · November 20, 2013 11:56 AM
Last message from November 26, 2013 9:58 AM
I was gonna upload the rescaled BugX PDF I made but received the message The moderator has disallowed file uploading . Do I need to email the document as an
Started by · November 18, 2013 7:49 PM
Last message from November 18, 2013 7:49 PM
As regards the BugX Plan printing too small. I extracted the image from the Acrobat document, plugged it into Gimp and then resized the image. I printed out
Started by · November 18, 2013 7:33 PM
Last message from November 18, 2013 7:33 PM
Has anyone ever tried printing the BugX plans that are in the files section? I printed them out full size using AdobeReaderX and the poster option - and they
Started by · November 14, 2013 3:36 PM
Last message from November 16, 2013 5:45 PM
I m wondering why most of my posts never show up on the group. If they aren t approved by the moderators shouldn t I at least be informed the reason why? g
Started by · November 16, 2013 10:45 AM
Last message from November 16, 2013 5:25 PM
Someone has decided to use the Bug plans and produce an ARF. He is calling it a Colibre to cover up the fact that he s using the Lightninbug plans. The
Started by · October 31, 2013 10:52 AM
Last message from November 1, 2013 12:03 PM
Hello Group The first short kits are ready for transport. And all the parts fit in a small box that can be shipped as an enveloppe. Two kits can be shipped in
Started by · March 24, 2012 8:15 AM
Last message from October 9, 2013 10:48 PM
The Files are BACK! Almost as good as old. New improvements are much slower to use, but with a little prodding, it is possible. ken
Started by · October 1, 2013 12:32 PM
Last message from October 6, 2013 8:38 PM
Why am I Not Authorized to see the Files Section ???
Started by · September 7, 2013 2:19 PM
Last message from September 30, 2013 9:40 AM
To All, In another forum group, one of our Members discovered a Plug-In that will allow ACCESS to the FILES & PHOTO s that the new YAHOO format has screwed
Started by · September 21, 2013 7:51 PM
Last message from September 26, 2013 1:47 AM
Now I cannot download files. Should have copied them to my HD when I had the chance.
Started by · September 22, 2013 12:35 PM
Last message from September 22, 2013 12:35 PM
I live in New Jersey so those of you still covered in snow, forgive me. I ve been getting some flying in this week. Yesterday there were two flights over
Started by · April 28, 2013 5:17 PM
Last message from June 24, 2013 1:07 PM
Any idea where I could find plans for v-tail of original bug? RCM plan service seems to be defunct.
Started by · June 23, 2013 9:30 PM
Last message from June 24, 2013 11:14 AM
hi just started hlg, as any one got the pans for the bug has I would like to build one thanx
Started by · June 14, 2013 3:53 PM
Last message from June 14, 2013 6:35 PM
To follow up on other messages here. The paypal claim was closed and I received a refund. But then....the kits arrived! So, I have sent Jan Hein the money
Started by · March 4, 2013 2:23 PM
Last message from March 4, 2013 3:07 PM
I am building my first Bug. I m going to build it stock, but I have a question. What is the best adhesive to use to glue the ribs to the carbon tube spar? Or
Started by · February 17, 2013 11:02 PM
Last message from February 18, 2013 4:33 AM
I got my Bug kit from Bill Larue (Bill@minicraft.com)back in May of last year. Really nice kit, Great guy. Dan
Started by · February 10, 2003 9:46 AM
Last message from February 4, 2013 4:17 AM
The price for the kit is $20 plus shipping. Dave will cut either an AG37 kit or a 3014 kit. There are also tail options to choose from. Ask for a parts ID
Started by · February 3, 2013 1:04 PM
Last message from February 3, 2013 2:11 PM
Over the years as time (allotted by my wife) has allowed me to play, I have refined my BUG to withstand full power DLG launches (at least by me). I have kept
Started by · December 28, 2012 3:35 PM
Last message from February 3, 2013 1:00 PM
Darned if I can figure out how to find post 1078. I tried the search function to no avail! Dick
Started by · February 3, 2013 11:59 AM
Last message from February 3, 2013 11:59 AM
Guys just go to post 1078 for the info on Bug short kits fdnyjery
Started by · February 3, 2013 11:36 AM
Last message from February 3, 2013 11:36 AM
TO ALL MY BUG BROTHERS:Sorry about the posts that guys have been getting scamed but if you go to dpcm models its a few posts back if you have trouble finding
Started by · February 3, 2013 11:04 AM
Last message from February 3, 2013 11:04 AM
Just to remind everyone, no attachments can be sent to this yahoo group. Yahoo filters them out. You can upload files, photos, etc to the group site. John
Started by · February 2, 2013 11:39 PM
Last message from February 2, 2013 11:39 PM
What are guys running for the on-board gear in the bug? Are servos lighter than the ones shown on the plan suitable? What about single cell LiPo s and servos
Started by · January 1, 2013 10:20 PM
Last message from January 2, 2013 7:40 PM
Hi Everyone and Happy Holidays to you all. I have the same Question as Frank does .I would like to know where I can purchase a BUG Kit .. Thanks so much
Started by · December 29, 2012 10:35 PM
Last message from December 30, 2012 12:00 PM
Hi Guys, I am going to do an update on the plans shortly. The error i know of is the body only has a cut line for the Selig 3014 Airfoil. There is no line
Started by · October 29, 2012 6:15 PM
Last message from December 8, 2012 9:53 AM
Uploaded photos of my first Bug. Has a full flying tail. I glued and glassed the wing on. (simpler mounting) The nose is sealed. (also simpler) Total weight is
Started by · October 7, 2012 2:09 PM
Last message from October 8, 2012 7:31 AM
I m sorry for the last post from me. A virus got to Yahoo and apparently sent that virus email to everyone on my email list. Hope that none of you have been
Started by · October 3, 2012 12:38 PM
Last message from October 3, 2012 12:38 PM
I m not sure if I m in the right place, but I would love to learn what more about dlg flight. Is there a BUG kit... I have the plans to build one and still
Started by · September 28, 2012 5:52 PM
Last message from October 1, 2012 4:37 PM
Do you know what really amazes me? With all the Chinese Junk floating around....with the instant gratification via UPS or FedEX.... I can still read about and
Started by · September 21, 2012 9:39 AM
Last message from September 21, 2012 9:39 AM
Hi from bob m-aka RCbobcat55 I built a bug about 4 years ago which has been flown in PA,NC,SC,KY,Arizona,Ohio,TN and MD. I have pics of it flying at the
Started by · September 17, 2012 10:30 PM
Last message from September 17, 2012 10:30 PM
Have there been no posts since 18 May? Is this group on the way down or the way up? Hate to see it fade. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Started by · July 6, 2012 7:27 AM
Last message from September 9, 2012 11:19 AM
Ihave started building a Lightnin Bug,this will be my first glider and I have two questions. First the plans show a BEC do I need the BEC for this to work
Started by · July 17, 2012 2:01 AM
Last message from August 1, 2012 7:23 PM
Anybody have a DXF file on any of the versions of the BUG? I had built one when it first came out but do not have my plans anymore. Thanks
Started by · July 14, 2012 12:27 PM
Last message from July 15, 2012 11:14 PM
I m a new guy. That is going to obvious! I have been building models of my own design and others for 60 years. Yup, 60. Started when I was eight. R/C,
Started by · July 5, 2012 7:48 PM
Last message from July 7, 2012 6:57 PM
Hi, Just to let everyone know. I ve recently stumbled on to the Bug DLG glider and loved it from the get go... I have now built 2 of my own and also made 5
Started by · May 14, 2012 10:36 AM
Last message from May 18, 2012 11:17 AM
Hello all I know the Bug is easy to build becasue I ve build four over the last two years. I was woundering if any one was going to do a laser short kit for
Started by · March 9, 2012 10:00 PM
Last message from May 7, 2012 4:51 PM
Hi, I would like to know if the hk-282 2g 0.2kg.cm servo would be up to the job for the bug? I do have these and would like your input. Furthermore at the
Started by · April 30, 2012 5:34 PM
Last message from April 30, 2012 5:34 PM
Hi Guys, I have only now finally started my bug. I have pretty much made everything. I just need some advice on the DLG peg in the wing. How strong does the
Started by · April 29, 2012 12:49 AM
Last message from April 30, 2012 10:32 AM
I got started building this weekend and posted an update in the files section. Changes so far: Full flying elevator - First attempt at this new design. It s a
Started by · March 18, 2012 10:47 PM
Last message from April 30, 2012 10:05 AM
Kits arrived safely Jan-Hein. Nice wood, well packaged. Thanks. Can t wait to get started. Best wishes, Mark M
Started by · April 11, 2012 3:41 AM
Last message from April 27, 2012 5:43 AM
Hello, This email message is a notification to let you know that a file has been uploaded to the Files area of the BugHLG group. File : /Bug Material
Started by · May 27, 2002 12:32 AM
Last message from April 9, 2012 12:57 PM
This is my second post and I apologize up front if this has been covered before. I did a quick search that returned nothing specific, just various mentions.
Started by · March 20, 2012 10:42 PM
Last message from March 27, 2012 11:10 AM
3mm tubing is for the HLG version. Much to flexible for high launches on a DLG where a stiff airframe is a must.to limiy tail wag. Maybe try a GForce skinny UL
Started by · March 25, 2012 5:55 AM
Last message from March 25, 2012 5:55 AM
I should have added this to my last post, so it doesn t really count for the numbers: Shortly, the BugHLG group will pass 1000 posts! Very cool considering
Started by · March 22, 2012 11:52 AM
Last message from March 22, 2012 11:52 AM
Hi Guys, Please note that version 01 the rudder position is incorrect and version 01a it has been corrected. All that download it please take part in the poll
Started by · March 11, 2012 2:48 PM
Last message from March 19, 2012 2:55 PM
I just looked over the new plan- it s great, and nicely done. As far as I know, I m the only one who has done music wire pushrods in teflon tubing, so I might
Started by · March 11, 2012 3:20 PM
Last message from March 15, 2012 10:39 AM
Hi, I have just been looking at the Flying Models plans catalogue (pdf d/l) and found this name is already used...a small powered electric R/C....CF857
Started by · March 13, 2012 8:57 PM
Last message from March 14, 2012 1:13 AM
I m not completely sure becuase the plan doesn t show where the 1/16 balsa doubler goes, but I believe that in the original plan it was there to double the
Started by · March 11, 2012 4:04 PM
Last message from March 13, 2012 9:16 PM
Enter your vote today! A new poll has been created for the BugHLG group: What s your building experience with the Bug? o I m interested in the design but
Started by · April 3, 2002 9:24 PM
Last message from March 13, 2012 8:28 AM
Thanks Alan!!!...just downloaded this and will get it printed in Pukekohe asap....Rgds....Laurie
Started by · March 10, 2012 10:02 PM
Last message from March 12, 2012 12:58 AM
A little off subject but this looks quite cool? Any one with me?
Started by · March 8, 2012 3:49 AM
Last message from March 10, 2012 8:10 PM
Hi Buggers! Glad to see some life on this site! Some thoughts on airfoils follow. The new Selig and Drela airfoils require very high precision in construction
Started by · March 1, 2012 9:07 PM
Last message from March 7, 2012 3:36 PM
Anyone in the UK wanting etched PTFE tubing for pushrod guides etc. might be interested in Mike Woodhouse Free Flight Supplies site. Lots of other good stuff
Started by · March 7, 2012 10:48 AM
Last message from March 7, 2012 10:48 AM
Just a few thoughts from a traditional stick and tissue builders viewpoint. As far as I know what follows is common on both sides of the Atlantic. I m in the
Started by · March 7, 2012 10:30 AM
Last message from March 7, 2012 10:30 AM
Hi guys Yes i do have the original plan. But i cannot find any .dat files or any files in airfoil databases for a Selig 7014. Does any one have one out there?
Started by · March 1, 2012 1:42 PM
Last message from March 3, 2012 1:00 AM
Hi, Would anyone be interested in a 3D model of the Bug? To stick in a flight sim? or experiment with paint schemes?
Started by · March 1, 2012 8:06 PM
Last message from March 2, 2012 5:48 AM
Hi every body out there! I have been trawling through anything i can find bug related regarding possible modifications, i have decided to redraw the plans with
Started by · February 28, 2012 3:07 AM
Last message from March 1, 2012 3:05 PM
Hi Guys, another question. I have been doing allot of airfoil comparisons with the current bug airfoil. So far the closet i have found is Selig/Donovan SD8040
Started by · March 1, 2012 1:22 AM
Last message from March 1, 2012 2:11 PM
I like this sudden surge (or re-surge)of interest in the Bug and the idea of drawing an updated plan. Regarding the music wire in teflon tube pushrods I used:
Started by · March 1, 2012 8:11 AM
Last message from March 1, 2012 12:43 PM
Hi. Just received a response from the original designer of the Bug about our plans to modify the design. ... I was a little protective of RCM s right to sell
Started by · March 1, 2012 12:12 PM
Last message from March 1, 2012 12:12 PM
Hi. I am building a Bug Hlg and come across some questions. Hope some of you have answers 1) Does anyone try to use other things as fiberglass cloth
Started by · February 28, 2012 3:32 AM
Last message from February 28, 2012 11:19 PM
Hi, just been out for a fly!!!...A good 20 mins of launches and a little thermaling.... Several weeks ago a club mate checked out the balance and we figured I
Started by · February 26, 2012 6:23 PM
Last message from February 26, 2012 9:23 PM
Hi, It has been a pain as we have hardly had the normal calm balmy Auckland weather this Summer...alot wetter and some-what windy....I actually got more flying
Started by · February 26, 2012 6:39 PM
Last message from February 26, 2012 6:39 PM
I have had a few crashes and they usually mean a broken rib or two...when rebuilding I have noticed how much compression the ribs u are under...so have been
Started by · February 26, 2012 6:37 PM
Last message from February 26, 2012 6:37 PM
FYI, I had it come loose a week ago or so...It wasn t until I moved the rudder with my finger that I saw the heat shrink tubing had let it loose...A quick
Started by · February 26, 2012 6:35 PM
Last message from February 26, 2012 6:35 PM
Thanks to those who responded to this. Yes, the answer is Unless Noted Otherwise . I believe this is an engineering term.
Started by · December 12, 2011 4:40 AM
Last message from December 12, 2011 4:40 AM
Unless Noted Otherwise -- UNO The club I Fly with have a lot of balsa builders and they told me what it meant. Your planes will have some other type of wood
Started by · December 11, 2011 9:23 AM
Last message from December 11, 2011 9:23 AM
Thanks for the torsion spring tutorial, aft peg placement notes and photos, words on electronics and weight reduction and optimal use of reinforcement instead
Started by · December 4, 2011 1:26 PM
Last message from December 10, 2011 12:22 PM
Sorry if this is a bit off piste guys but as this is an active forum again I thought someone may know the answer. I saw a plan the other day, in fact two
Started by · December 8, 2011 5:54 AM
Last message from December 9, 2011 4:35 AM
Where are the PDF plans for the Bug X-Tail? I ve seen many pictures of the X-Tail Bug, but as of yet, have never seen any plans. Thanks...
Started by · December 6, 2011 10:21 PM
Last message from December 7, 2011 10:36 PM
I uploaded the series of photos on how I make my T spring hinges and they are in the Photo Albums section under Spring Hinge Control Surface . Each photo
Started by · November 21, 2011 2:26 PM
Last message from December 4, 2011 12:48 PM
Hi all, I had set this up and it was working very well...also relatively easy to in stall..I used the Dubro heat shrink/L shaped connector wire for the surface
Started by · November 15, 2011 9:53 PM
Last message from November 19, 2011 10:29 PM
Hi All, I have a dream, a dream to unite all model makers and collectors around the world under one model mega-site. Wouldn t it be great to have a place were
Started by · November 17, 2011 9:02 AM
Last message from November 17, 2011 9:02 AM
I ve added some photos of the launch peg I built into my extended wing for the Bug. Launch pegs that are set well aft of the main spar are known to give better
Started by · October 8, 2011 12:11 PM
Last message from November 15, 2011 9:55 PM
Hi, I got my plans yesterday and have spent this afternoon in part getting info on the + tailplane etc....I plan to do that and have the SAL peg in the left
Started by · July 29, 2011 12:50 AM
Last message from November 15, 2011 9:44 PM
When I try downloading the bug-x vtail pdf I always get an error. Is anyone else having this problem?
Started by · November 9, 2011 8:13 PM
Last message from November 10, 2011 1:48 AM
The bug plan in our file section.My question is what would be the correct increase in plan size for constructing the Bug. Many thanks FDNYJERY
Started by · November 9, 2011 7:41 AM
Last message from November 9, 2011 7:43 PM
Finally I dont build a Bug!!!! The plans are only avaible on RCM web site. They only send them by post.They dont sell them by web. For me in Italy sended plans
Started by · February 4, 2006 1:26 PM
Last message from November 8, 2011 3:40 PM
is there any other source for the bug plans other than RCM, Ive tryed calling them several times always a recording, this last attempt the recording said they
Started by · November 3, 2011 12:47 PM
Last message from November 6, 2011 1:11 PM
Hello Group, I m a new member. I just build my first Bug. In fact this was my first build up balsa model ever. It flies great. Thanks for the great
Started by · August 28, 2011 12:38 PM
Last message from September 7, 2011 10:07 PM
Hi guys, Has anyone experimented in adding a touch of ballast to improve penetration in a breeze? My DLG bugs are very light (60 - 65grams) and perform very
Started by · August 2, 2011 3:36 PM
Last message from August 29, 2011 2:14 PM
Thanks for responding so quickly guys. Its good to know that there are people watching. Spent a wonderful couple of hours the other evening in a local farmers
Started by · July 12, 2011 8:21 AM
Last message from August 24, 2011 8:45 AM
I believe the video Clarence is referring to is this youtube video. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ffH3WqJBHk The pilot is really working a small slope,
Started by · November 9, 2010 5:16 PM
Last message from August 24, 2011 8:40 AM
Does anyone have a full size bug plan?The shipping from RCM is crazy for a piece of paper. Im looking for a reasonable price . Thanks.
Started by · August 12, 2011 12:37 AM
Last message from August 20, 2011 5:59 AM
I m from Poland. I m a modeler and I m looking for few new and older modelar magazines especialy in English, German and French. I ll be like every magazine who
Started by · August 5, 2011 2:30 PM
Last message from August 5, 2011 2:30 PM
To All, I believe I have the problem under control, but please be wary of any no subject or link only e-mails . . . Sorry for the problem ! Dave Fitch
Started by · July 28, 2011 11:46 AM
Last message from July 28, 2011 11:46 AM
I used Sellotape Diamond tape for the hinges. This is very thick isn t it. I cut it to half width, ¼ inch, and pinned the fin and rudder about 3/32 apart
Started by · July 13, 2011 7:18 PM
Last message from July 14, 2011 4:56 AM
Just my luck! I have only recently found this group, having downloaded pdf plans free some months ago, so am disappointed to see that is almost inactive.
Started by · July 10, 2011 10:24 AM
Last message from July 14, 2011 3:40 AM