HANGER 9 ALPHA UPGRADES?
01-04-2004, 02:44 AM
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HANGER 9 ALPHA UPGRADES?
I have gotten very good with my Alpha trainer, and am now trying max HER out!
I got rid of the flywheel, and tried different props...The fastest prop I have tried was a nylon 11-4.5.
The speed would get above the max ability of the chassis, and I sometimes feared breaking the wing!
But, that prop is history, I broke it after clipping an OAK tree. I now have a 11-7.5 and it seems good.
DOES ANYONE KNOW THE MAX SAFE PROP RPM of thre ALPHA .46 motor????
I liked the 11-4.5, but fear I would smoke the motor!!!!! [:@]
My batteries are charging, and soon, I shall be up there... AGAIN!
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I got rid of the flywheel, and tried different props...The fastest prop I have tried was a nylon 11-4.5.
The speed would get above the max ability of the chassis, and I sometimes feared breaking the wing!
But, that prop is history, I broke it after clipping an OAK tree. I now have a 11-7.5 and it seems good.
DOES ANYONE KNOW THE MAX SAFE PROP RPM of thre ALPHA .46 motor????
I liked the 11-4.5, but fear I would smoke the motor!!!!! [:@]
My batteries are charging, and soon, I shall be up there... AGAIN!
Check out our cool site at
http://groups.msn.com/HobbyzoneRCPla...Clubunofficial
Big Thanks form the Procrastinator
01-04-2004, 05:55 PM
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RE: HANGER 9 ALPHA UPGRADES?
Your engine should max out around 12 to 14,000 rpm. High rpm running WILL, over a short period of time, wear out your engine You may want to keep in mind that the Alpha was designed as a trainer, and not for all out speed and aerobatics. Also remember that your wings are held on with rubber bands, and tight, high speed turns have been known to stretch the rubber bands to the breaking point or the point that they just popped off.
If your skills have progressed to the point that you usually make a good landing, and you are bored with the type of flying you are doing, you may want to step up to a plane that more fits your style and ability. If you are short on cash for this purpose, consider selling your trainer to someone with similar finances to help them get into the hobby. A lower entry cost for them and it helps you raise money for your next plane.
Good flying,
Silversurfer
If your skills have progressed to the point that you usually make a good landing, and you are bored with the type of flying you are doing, you may want to step up to a plane that more fits your style and ability. If you are short on cash for this purpose, consider selling your trainer to someone with similar finances to help them get into the hobby. A lower entry cost for them and it helps you raise money for your next plane.
Good flying,
Silversurfer
