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Looking for an experienced builder to help you complete your latest project? Would you like someone local? Someone experienced in building the plane that you've chosen be it a TBM plane or another brand? Someone who knows the best hardware, engine, propeller, servos, batteries, wiring, switches, spinners, landing gear and more, and knows where to get them, how to install them properly, and how to get the best price? There are many knowledgeable custom builders across the country who can help you out. This is the place to find them (for FREE).

We are starting this listing on September 1, 2002. If you are a knowledgeable custom builder anywhere in the United States, we want to hear from you click here. If you are a pilot who has had excellent work done by a builder who should be on this list, we want to hear from you so we can contact him click here. If you are looking for a custom builder, please check out the listings below. The information may be incomplete, but be assured that we are working on obtaining more information on each person. Most builders on this page specialize in giant scale aerobatic aircraft, though builders of scale, jets, and other aircraft are welcome as well.

We realize that there is a need for pilots to have work performed by qualified builders. If you don't like the quality of ARF's and prefer a unique model, this list of builders will help you get the model that you want.

HOW IT WORKS:

 

We suggest that the following method for obtaining a completed project to be as follows. THIS IS JUST A GUIDELINE. Contact the builder and work out the details directly before the start of the project.
1) The pilot looks for a builder on this page which is organized by state. Each state listed has one or more builders. Click on the state you live in AND remember that some builders are willing to do work around the country, so check out neighboring states as well.
2) Find someone who builds the type of models you are interested in, look at the references and experience and decide on the best builder(s) for your project based on the information available.
3) Contact the builder(s) for a quote for the exact work which you want done. If you just want the plane finished for covering, or just covered, or covered with engine and/or radio installed, that is fine. Each builder is independent and will provide a written quote for the work to be done. Method of payment is to be worked out with the builder beforehand (cash, check, charge, money order, etc.). It is usually in everyone's best interest to find a builder who is close to the pilot that shipping can be eliminated. Some builders are willing to drive hundreds of miles to meet part way to deliver a plane.
4) The pilot decides whether he or she will purchase the other components required for the custom builder or whether the custom builder will purchase the components required (fuel tank, glue, covering etc.). Generally the custom builder will provide a quote of labor only with components broken out separately. Often times the builder buys some parts and the pilot buys some parts and sends them to the builder. If the expense of the parts that the builder buys is $l00 or more (engine, prop, servos, etc.), the builder is often paid up front to purchase the parts.
5) Once the pilot has accepted a quote, the pilot purchases the airplane directly from TBM or other manufacturer and arranges for shipping to the builder. Generally the pilot pays the manufacturer directly for the airplane kit.
6) Once the plane is finished to the pilot's satisfaction, the builder is paid and the pilot takes home his new project. Generally, the builder receives payment in full when the work is completed and the plane is delivered.
7) At delivery, the builder gives a run down of all the nuances of the plane to assure many successful flights.

DISCLAIMER:

(There is always a disclaimer isn't there?) TBM provides this service for FREE. There is no cost to the builder to have information posted, and there is no cost for a pilot to contact the builder through this network. Therefore, TBM does not in any way guarantee the a) workmanship b) cost c) timing d) or anything else of these builders. However, TBM will attempt to police the list, and if a complaint is levied against any builder on this page, TBM, at its sole discretion will decide whether to allow the builder to continue to advertise on this page or not based on information from both parties. BUYER BEWARE is still important. TBM will not help to mediate disputes. Since the service is a no cost, TBM cannot spend a lot of resources on this page, but we will do our best, so please bear with us as we get this service underway.
 

INFORMATION REQUESTED FROM CUSTOM BUILDERS: If you are a custom builder and would like to be added to this page, please email the following information to webmasterattroybuiltmodels.com . TBM reserves the right to edit the information as necessary to fit our format. One small picture can be posted (a photo of you and a plane is recommended). Information required: 1) Name, 2) address, 3) phone number(s), 4) email address, 5) web address, 6) types of planes you prefer to build (sport or scale), 7) important planes built in the past, 8) names of satisfied customers, 9) your age, 10) years of building experience, 11) equipment owned (vacuum bagging, paint systems), 12) Types of paints and covering and graphics preferred, 13) willingness to drive to deliver completed work, 14) preferred method of first contact (phone, email), 15) preferred method of payment. If you are a custom builder on this page and cannot accept new work, please let us know. We will post that here so that people will know NOT  to contact you.

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ARIZONA


Brian Huffmeir   MyRCFlyer@aol.com    Long Backlog prevents Brian from accepting new work at this time. Primarily builds 40% Carden aircraft RTF.


CALIFORNIA


Scott Andersen of Dynamic Aircraft  1324 Rabbit Peak Way  Hemet, Ca 92545  (909) 925-4640 Planes built: TBM, Radiocraft, Carden.  Primarily builds Giant Scale aerobatic planes.


Derek Meacham   dereknvickie@earthlink.net  805-527-1491.   I live in the north/western part of Southern California. I have been building for 25 years, and have done many IMAC airplanes the last few years. I'll build almost anything, usually I'll take a project if it is something that I find interesting to build. I'm in Simi Valley California.  If people contact me through the internet or by phone, I'll be happy to give them references or furnish photos of things I've built. This "custom building" is something I do in my spare time.


Gary Pozzi (831) 385-5871  has been building and flying R/C aircraft for over 40 years. He is located 3 1/3 hours south of San Francisco and 4 1/2 hours north of Los Angeles. He has built several Ohio R/C Models, Carden and Aeroworks aircraft in recent years. He's primarily interested in building Giant Scale aerobatic planes. Call Gary for more info. His address is 443 Park Place  King City, Ca 93930.

Mike Panek 1816 Belhaven Ave  Simi Valley, Ca. 93063 (805) 368-9492   panekattack@dslextreme.com  I build GSA (IMAC) airplanes 28% to 40% as well as AMA Pattern airplanes I have built several Aeroworks, Carden, Radiocraft, Bob Violet, Gator R/C and Bob Godfrey models as well as Precision Aero Composites.  I build mostly for local people and myself. I am 45 years old I have been building, designing and flying models since 1964 (I took ten = years off to do the family and career thing) and I currently compete in = IMAC, intermediate class. I have a complete shop, including drill press, bandsaw, table saw,  lathe, mill, sanding machines, granite & slate surfaces as well as all the clamps, adhesives, epoxies, etc. I spray my models using the PPG system of paints with a HVLP spray system and I prefer Monokote /  Oracote type coverings. I will drive part way, but at $3.00+ a gallon, the transportation will need to be negotiated. Contact me at my e-mail or telephone. I prefer payment by cash (upon delivery) or cashier's check.

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FLORIDA


ModelGrau Jet Works  www.modelgrau.com   carlos@modelgrau.com 2110 SW 7th Ave Suite 104 Ocala, Florida  Alberto: (352) 216-2344    Mac:  (352) 843-8428  Carlos: (352) 572-0070  Primarily build ready to fly turbine engine aircraft and giant scale IMAC aerobatic competition planes though can also build all high end planes. Very experienced group of individuals who build beautiful aircraft.

Gary Hilderbrandt hilderb7@hotmail.com Located in Brooksville, Florida which is located about 45 miles south of Ocala. 23307 Links Dr Brooksville, FL 34601 PH# (352) 797-5996. Have all equipment to build and paint aircraft. Have built and flown my own competition aircraft for many years. Experienced in carbon fiber and composite materials. Have built for John Schroeder, George Spaulding, Bob Walker (Robart, Mfg.) and others. Prefer building IMAC planes; will deliver within 150 miles or ship within the continental US.


Tony Russo   tony@daltonaviation.com    Owns Dalton Aviation located in St. Petersburg Florida. Website is www.daltonaviation.com   Some of my satisfied customers are Steve Kissel, Chris Lakin, John Blankenship, Bob Godfrey, Eric Stickland , Mark Jahnke.  Primarily builds large scale aerobatic planes.  Can be reached by email or at 727 393-3212.

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GEORGIA


Serge Lavigne   serge@peoplepc.com  101 Boones Ridge Parkway  Acworth Ga 30102  (770) 975-9435    Planes built: TBM von Extra 260,    Prefers to be emailed. Primarily builds Giant Scale aerobatic planes. "I've been building for twenty five years. I started building 1/4 scale and bigger three years ago. That's all I build now. It was a pleasure working on the TBM 260, everything fit just right." 

ILLINOIS


Mike Hilderbrandt  mhilderbrandt@hotmail.com  407 Maple LN. Monticello IL 61856   PH# 1-217-762-5033  Would mainly like to build I.M.A.C. planes. I have built  Troybuilt, Aeroworks, Carden and also scratch built two Goldsmith Cap232s last winter for Peter Goldsmith and myself and have worked on Mike McConnville's TOC planes. Currently booked up for over 6 months.


Milton Hite thehites@mcleodusa.net  Built all of the Aeroworks Edges, Carden Extra 330, Cap 232, Ohio RC Ultimate, Chipmunk, Extra, Noble G202, about all of Goldberg's planes as well as Midwest's. I've finished your 42% von Extra 260 for Mike McConville for the 2002 TOC. I've built a Funtana for Mike. I've scratch built a Gator G202 for Mike Hilderbrandt. I've painted a giant scale sail plane for John Diniz (Team JR), and just about everything in between. I've been building planes since I was 16 yrs. old and now 36 yrs. old. I vacuum bag all of my foam parts. I worked in a body shop for 8 yrs. so paint is no problem at all. I prefer Ultracote and PPG paint. References available. I can ship. Milton Hite  2509 Moultrie Ave. Mattoon, Il. 61938  (217) 234-9035

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MICHIGAN
 

Kelley Neeley  kneeley@wideopenwest.com  (989) 708-9187.  2706 Parsons Ct., Midland, Mi., 48642. Planes built: TBM, Carden, Satisfied Customers: Dave von Linsowe, Dave Schmelzer, Phil Heaps. Primarily builds Giant Scale aerobatic planes.


Tom Wheeler    wheelert@gdls.com   Auburn Hills, Mi     Planes built: Completed almost 300 TBM, Ohio RC and other planes RTF. Satisfied Customers: Dave von Linsowe, Stan Stroebel, Fred Johnson.  Primarily builds Giant Scale aerobatic planes.

MISSISSIPPI


Ray Sprouse (228) 522-1251  "He is honest, completes work on time and does a great job." says Jon Vance.


NEVADA


Alex Dreiling   info@dpaeromodels.com    I and a group of great builders are currently trying to get more and more people interested in this fascinating sport. We would like to help and teach people how to build and how to fly so we can get more and more people out at our airfield! Alex Dreiling   4093 Knoblock Rd.   Carson City, NV 89706   775-230-4976


NEW JERSEY


Walter Chubb  walterchubb@comcast.net   N.E.Model Builders  234 Antwerp Ave. Egg Harbor New Jersey 08215 .  Ph# (609) 965-6451  38 years experience in design and building of all R/C related aircraft including some scratch building. 30 years as custom furniture and cabinet designer and builder of fine furniture finishings as well. Any Aircraft built to your specifications from kits or scratch. Specializing in all IMAA, IMAC, WarBirds, Jets, Pattern. I can provide to any stage of building an finish. All work is custom built light, straight, and neat. Custom finshes including covering and painting. Specializing in fiberglassing, Kevlar, carbon fiber. Can crate and ship all over world. Carden aircraft approved builder.

 

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 NORTH CAROLINA


Bernie Ottinger   rosigns@embarqmail.com   2045 Hwy 258 South, Kinston NC 28504 Work phone: 252-523-3638  I only do covering/Paint jobs. I only accept 35% or larger aerobatic planes for finishing. I include complete graphics with my finishing jobs, prefers Monokote & PPG paints. Satisfied customer Elton Fairless & a lot of local club members, many local club awards


 

OHIO

Bill Cline  Received awards at the Toledo show for building.  Known for his outstanding painting. Primarily builds Giant Scale aerobatic planes.

John McNees   pegjomaco@aol.com  3833 Hillmont Ave.  Dayton, Oh 45414   (937) 277-0465  Prefers 35% and larger aerobatic planes. Prefers Monokote. Received awards at the Toledo show for building.

Ron and Dan Eisner  roneisner@msn.com    Received awards at the Toledo show and others for building giant scale aerobatic planes. Also builds giant scale race planes. Company is R and D Aero 5271 S. Pointe Blvd.   Celina, OH 45822 Phone: (419)268-2831  & (937)654-7477. Building, covering and painting 35% and 40% Carden aerobatic airplanes.

Visit his website http://www.randdaero.com for more information.

Ronald Kahl   ronsmb@aol.com   4604 Lee St.  Lewisburg, Ohio 45338     (937) 962-2216   (Frames planes primarily and has contacts for painting, covering and finishing)   Only accepting 35% and larger aerobatic jobs.


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 TENNESSEE


Barry Janzen  158 Bartlett Circle NE, Cleveland, TN, 37312   423/339-2701 hm EST  email: barry@barrybiz.com  Builds sport aerobatic--prefer Carden kits  Have built 35% Carden Extra 300, 35% Carden Edge (in the works as of 10/31/02), helped my buddy with a good part of his 40% Carden Edge. 29% Aeroworks Edge and others. References: Chris Champion, Owen Maupin, Dennis Gergits. I'm 33yo. and have been building for 3 years, 1 year in giant scale planes. I have an airbrush and paint gun and  I use PPG paint and Ultracote or Monocote. I use Dennis Kirby for all graphics. Will work with customer on delivery. Prefer email with phone number included. Will be happy to call back.

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 VIRGINIA


William H. (Bill) Denner  whdenner@earthlink.net   I am 56 years old and have been building model airplanes since I was 7. I started with control line  and begin R/C in 1985. Since 1987 I have been exclusively in Giant Scale. I have extensive experience in fiber glass/paint and fabric/paint. I have a complete shop capable of kit cutting and foam cutting. My shop has both compressor driven paint equipment as well as turbine driven HVLP. I have extensive experience working with composites, mainly fiberglass and Carbon Fiber and Nomex  honeycomb. My specialties include Large scale aerobatic planes and warbirds. While I prefer frame-ups I can finish to your specs. I also specialize in museum quality detail and finishing on scale airplanes but these jobs are time consuming and expensive. I will plans build or kit build, both giant and smaller planes. New construction only. Generally I do not wish to take on a project already started by someone else. References and pics of recent projects are available. William H. (Bill ) Denner 4121 Summer Hill Lane -Prince George, VA 23875 ph: (804) 541-3438

 

 
 
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