Grumpy Cub Hanger

From tubing to takeoff — building my Super Cub from scratch.

Project Overview: Building from Scratch

The Grumpy Cub project is my scratch-built Super Cub adventure. It’s a long-term build I started in 2024, and I estimate it will take 3–4 years to complete. This page is where I’m documenting the process — from welding the fuselage to fitting the wings, and eventually flying the Cub for the first time.

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August 28, 2024: Updated build log with Time, Material, and Tooling cost. Click here to view builder's log for this entry.

September 16, 2024: And It begins. Click here to view builder's log for this entry.

February 16, 2025: Taking Shape. Click here to view builder's log for this entry.

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January 12, 2025

February 1, 2025

February 16, 2025

May 25, 2025

July 20, 2025

With a clean slate, building from scratch, or mostly scratch, can be overwhelming and daunting. I intend on working with VR3 Engineering to provide the metal tubing cut to length and coped to fit as a starting point. If you have an interest, you can click on their name to head over to their website for additional information. Many, many decisions to go, but I'm working through them all one step at a time.

I'm currently experimenting with various paint schemes.

The Grumpy Cub is a big project, but that’s part of the adventure. I’ll keep posting updates as the build moves forward — check back often or follow along on my Instagram.

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