Mighty Mambo (oz5433)
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Mighty Mambo. Multi-channel R/C trainer for .29 to .45 size engines. Sterling Models kit # FS12.
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Plan includes full build instructions.
Quote: "General Information and Pre-Construction Note. The Mighty Mambo, although 68 inch wing span, is relatively easy to build. Pay careful attention to, and follow the notes step by step, exactly as they appear on the plans.
Examine the drawings before starting construction. If any die cut parts stick in the sheet, they may be easily removed by sanding back of sheet. It is highly recommended that white poly-vinl glue, commonly known as white glue, be used in the contruction of the Mighty Mambo. Manufactured by Testor, Pactra, Wilhold, etc., it is available at any hobby dealer. It is also available in any hardware store as Weldwood Presto-Set, Borden's-Elmer's glue, Lepages, etc.
Use glue liberally throughout the construction to insure a strong and long lasting model. If model cement is used, important joints should be pre-glued, which is done by applying a light coat of cement to parts which is allowed to dry. A second coat is then applied when the parts actually are joined together. It will also be necessary to use as many coats of model cement as noted in specific installations.
The Mighty Mambo has been especially designed for multi-channel operation. It can also be flown with intermediate and single channel equipment. If equipment other than that shown on the plan is used, install according to manufacturers instructions. Engine size recommended for multi radio is a .29 to .45. Original mighty mambo was flown with K & B .45 engine. If engine other than that shown on plan is used, it may be necessary to adjust motor mounts accordingly.
Complete hardware is provided in kit. Units that are not provided are noted in the instructions and can be purchased in your favorite hobby shop. Covering material is not included in the kit. Silk or nylon is recommended which can be purchased in your hobby shop..."
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I built my first R/C model while in high school in 1962. At that time, one of my customers on my paper route was Ray Seay, who had built a Mighty Mambo, that's why I think the kit came out earlier than the 1964 date. He had a tinkerer's dream radio system, with rudder, elevator and throttle all connected to a single Mighty Midget motor that shuddered back and forth all the time. Amazingly, the system worked very well, although it was a battery sucker. Nicads were unavailable at that time and so Ray had to solder together 16 pencell batteries before a flying session, then throw them away after a few flights and repeat the operation. Everybody knew battery boxes were no good under engine vibration so you had to solder the whole mess together, and if you didn't cut the false bottom off every cell, it would quit in the air. The single channel Kraft receiver had a peanut tube that required a 22-1/2 volt battery but that lasted a long time. Ray hired the great Jim Kirkland to build him a transmitter from a Kraft kit and an Ace pulser, both available from Ace RC. Jim built it into a larger box with the single stick on the front, and "A custom R/C project by Jim Kirkland" lettered on the front. Ray sanded the lettering off so others would think he built it but we weren't fooled. Powered by a K&B 35 with throttle, it flew very well once Ray bent that weird nose gear back straight. With the forward slant, it would try to take off crooked every time. It wasn't steerable with the wimpy Mighty Midget, you just pointed it straight into the wind and let it go. Landings were fine with elevator control but you had to go get it after landing because it wouldn't taxi back. Built today, all you would need is a steerable nose gear and maybe ailerons, but I would make it a tail dragger...DougSmith - 03/03/2015
Hi Steve and Mary, I'm wondering how to find the following for the Sterling Mighty Mambo: Your present plan set does not include a Fuselage Top View. The top view, fuselage formers, or measurements at the former stations would be of great help. Many thanks for your on-going work, and your awesome website! Regards,
Rudy - 10/12/2020
Hello Rudy.
This model was a kit made by Sterling Models. This means that the plan was never thought of or designed to be used to build the model from it, ignoring the kit. This is why it doesn't include a top view, which is not needed if built from kit. Also, no parts like formers are shown for the same reason. Several people, including myself and other model companies like Guillows think that kit plans should include all parts so that when a repair or replacement of a damaged part is needed, it will be easy to reconstruct. But I understand Sterling's policy. Not including parts on plans will discourage people from building from the plans thus not buying the kit. Also printing small plans means less costs involved. However, this philosophy is outdated because several kit models, like the Mambo, are no longer made. Sterling went out of business several years ago. It would be very nice if someone out there can draw up the formers and a top view. It takes time but I think that for such a classic model. It is worth doing. Best wishes EDUARDO
Eduardo Barriga - 10/12/2020
Rudy, it's a "boxy" model with squared rectangular formers, not difficult to redraw a top view. Alternatively you can take shape inspiration from Mambo Special top view: https://outerzone.co.uk/plan_details.asp?ID=6400
pit - 10/12/2020
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