soarrich

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I don't think it's a MonoKote type plane.

TomCrump

You may be right. I'd like to see one with a translucent scheme, similar to the ARF. There's always dope and silk, and Solartex has translucent colors, too.

foodstick

That kit could be completed with ceconite and acrylic / latex paint real reasonable.. I bet I could do it for 125 bucks...

Whatever happened to the guy that was building a Rascal ultralight plane? Its been a couple years since I thought of that. I think it was on rc groups maybe?

TomCrump

The Rascal Ultrlight thread is still active, over on RCG.

acdii

Hobbyking covering is very similar to Ultracote, which is what is used on most high end ARF planes. Its about a 3rd the cost of ultracote. Im going to build it with both so I can have translucent wings.

triumphman49

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Hi Brothers, Pre-ordered the new Sig Rascal 80 from Sig Planes, advertised available for delivery 6\1. Have yet to receive it, or any notifications concerning it. As I also purchased, and received about a month ago, a new OS GGT10 to try with this plane, guess I'm just a little anxious at this time. Was wondering concerning personal experiences with Sig Planes, or if anyone else has already received theirs. Many Thanx
Mike Brennan
Sig Bro #24
T-man49 in Alabama
Roll Tide

skylark-flier

I really don't think you've got much to worry about. SIGPlanes has been around for quite awhile and they've got a good reputation. Might be an idea to call them Monday though. Y'never know.

TomCrump

I doubt that there is anything to worry about. As Dave says, give Sig Planes a call on Monday, for an update on your order.

FlyerInOKC

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The airplane shows available now a phone call should get things straightened out.

SIGPlanes

Hello Mike,

We have been unable to contact you via email as the email address we have on file keeps bouncing back. The new SIG Rascal 80s are expected to arrive in Montezuma, Iowa this week and should ship next week. Just be aware many of the SIG employees are tied-up preparing for the SIG Fly-In event this weekend, so some shipments may be delayed a day or two. Hang tight...you will have your Rascal 80 shortly!

Thanks, Mike!
SIGPlanes.com

acdii

OR come out to the fly in and pick it up maybe? For those attending, see you there, and bring plenty of water, going to be HOT this weekend, and I don't mean the flying. Upper 90's predicted.

Hopefully I will have this maidened before then and have it ready to fly at the field.

triumphman49

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Thanx to all and in particular to SigPlanes for your responses. Will be patient and hopeful that the GGT10 will be enuf for the Rascal, but if not, got plenty of other choices.
Thanx again
T-man 49 in Ala

FlyerInOKC

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You can't beat SIG's customer service!

Hydro Junkie

To have a Sig rep posting here in the forum is what I call going above and beyond. I've had things I've ordered that I had to do the legwork to track down as the company "didn't have the time". Needless to say, I've not done business with those companies since.

TomCrump

Is Sig Planes a marketer, or a division of Sig ? I had the idea that they are a separate entity.

acdii

Good question. I know they are tight with SIG.

skylark-flier

Pretty sure SIGPlanes is their own entity. But, they ARE very tight with SIG - and that's a GOOD thing.

FlyerInOKC

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They appear to be unaffiliated except as a prime dealer of SIG Mfg. products. A quote from their website "SIGPlanes.com began as a group of SIG enthusiasts determined to share the excitement, experience, and story of SIG Manufacturing Airplanes with today's R/C pilots and modelers.".

bobsrc

Don't worry about the GGT10 having enough power, just hope it will idle slow enough to land. We flew the prototype with an electric equivalent of a .46 glow and it was plenty of power if you are not trying to 3D the airplane. I have no doubt that it will fly well with the average .40 glow.

Bob at Sig

acdii

I think doing 3D with a 14' span plane would be pretty awesome.

FlyerInOKC

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Saw this on fleabay this morning current bid is $47 SIG Citabria Kit RC-30 69 span.


http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Sig-...3D162093502593

acdii

Already have one, on the bench. Tail is covered, the rest is waiting to be covered as soon as I figure out the radio setup.

FlyerInOKC

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I would be tempted if I wasn't out of work right now. Things are pretty slow so finding a new job has been a chore and half. I blame the election it has everyone on edge.

acdii

Well, heard there will be lots of cleanup down south of you, maybe you can haul trash for a while.

FlyerInOKC

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Except they contract with the big hauling companies with crews going from city to city and state to state.