Super Sport Trainer
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RE: Super Sport Trainer
I have the 1/2A size, the .09 size ARF, .25 and .40 size, and have 96" SPAD and an 85% (of the 1/2A version redesigned into a negative stagger biplane for ACE wings) versions under construction. Love the looks, and they fly better than stick-type planes.
My avitar shows my .40-size, converted from trike to taildragger, with a K&B .61, and my 1/2A size. As you can see, I like them, a lot...
My avitar shows my .40-size, converted from trike to taildragger, with a K&B .61, and my 1/2A size. As you can see, I like them, a lot...
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RE: Super Sport Trainer
SST,
I have one of these as well. I bought it from Hobby Lobby about 10 - 15 years ago. Finally decided to finish it as I just got back into the hobby. I was thinking of converting it to brushless electric though, Any suggestions. How well do they fly? are theya good sport trainer do you think? Would it benefit from adding a rudder? Any input would be usefull and helpful.
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I have one of these as well. I bought it from Hobby Lobby about 10 - 15 years ago. Finally decided to finish it as I just got back into the hobby. I was thinking of converting it to brushless electric though, Any suggestions. How well do they fly? are theya good sport trainer do you think? Would it benefit from adding a rudder? Any input would be usefull and helpful.
Thanks
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It was featured in the August 1976 RCM. Kits do show up on ebay. Here it is.
Jim
It was featured in the August 1976 RCM. Kits do show up on ebay. Here it is.
Jim
It's a good simple design indeed. Needs to be 16 oz or less though, IMHO, no excuse for 1-1/2 pounds with a 1/2A.
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My .09 size flies great on a Norvel .074 & Cox 7X3.5, but not quite enough for unlimited vertical. My 1/2A size is sporting a Norvel .061, and should also be more than adequate. While I'm not able to recommend a specific e-motor setup, it should easily work as an electric. Neither the .09 nor the 1/2A have or really need a rudder, but if you want to add one, and carry the extra weight, that's fine. They're supposed to be aileron trainers, but I used half the recommended dihedral, and it's still easy to fly and very aerobatic. Flies better (in my opinion) than a stick, and is way better looking. The K&B .61 in the .40 size is overkill, and is WAY more than enough for unlimited vertical. I usually fly it about 1/2-2/3 throttle. I also have added tip plates, and they really make it a *****cat on approach, and improve the roll rate. I have not built the .25, but after the 40 size, I think a good .25 will be great, and a .40 would be pretty wild. I can copy the plans, if you'd like one. PM me an address, and I'll get back to you. Or I'd be glad to trade a set for a set of Clancy Staggerbee plans...
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I also have added tip plates, and they really make it a *****cat on approach, and improve the roll rate.
I also have added tip plates, and they really make it a *****cat on approach, and improve the roll rate.
EDIT: it does! What's next, con***, crank*****, **** Tracy, Isacc Hayes as "*****", Canada's nickel has a ******* on it, **** chowder, ****ry music?
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RE: Super Sport Trainer
Hello SST Lovers; They have been SOLD
I have one (1) complete 1/2 A SST KIT manufactured by HOBBY SHACK, that I have had for some time. Never started it. This is the 1980 vintage.
Also one (1) New FAST EDDIE kit manufactured by Midway Models. Electric or .049 37-3/4" Wingspan for 1/2 A Pylon Racing and aerobatics. 1990 Vintage
Now loosing my eyesight to Macular Degeneration and Old Age, can't see the small models.
Both Kits are FOR SALE, $40.00 EACH including all POSTAGE anywhere within Continental USA.
Send me a PM if you are interested. SOLD
I have one (1) complete 1/2 A SST KIT manufactured by HOBBY SHACK, that I have had for some time. Never started it. This is the 1980 vintage.
Also one (1) New FAST EDDIE kit manufactured by Midway Models. Electric or .049 37-3/4" Wingspan for 1/2 A Pylon Racing and aerobatics. 1990 Vintage
Now loosing my eyesight to Macular Degeneration and Old Age, can't see the small models.
Both Kits are FOR SALE, $40.00 EACH including all POSTAGE anywhere within Continental USA.
Send me a PM if you are interested. SOLD