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Kangke Rearwin Speedster - 1/30/2004 12:08:44 AM   
John_RedSox


 

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Status: offline 		I know this airplane is relatively new, but was wondering if anyone has one already. I'm interested in what engines will fit inside the cowl. Such as small gassers, inline twins etc. Mine arrives Wed but I'm actively searching for engines. Thanks!
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RE: Kangke Rearwin Speedster - 2/21/2004 12:08:32 AM   
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Status: offline 		Im inthe process of building mine. The zdz 40 rear exhaust with inverted pitts muffler was one of my choices. I am however using a Moki 2.10 since I have a new one sitting in the shop. The prototype had a zdz 40 side exhaust ,the muffler required some minor grinding to fit. Hope this helps Apparently the zdz 40 was excellent power match for full acrobatics.

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RE: Kangke Rearwin Speedster - 2/21/2004 2:10:47 AM   
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Status: offline 		I just bought one today when I was at the WRAM show. The reps for Kangke USA had one set up at the show with a ZDZ 50 installed. The cowling had plenty of room to spare.

I'm planning to power mine with a DA-50 as it will fit with no problem and the rep said this would not be overpowering the plane.

The quality of this kit is outstanding especially for the price.

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RE: Kangke Rearwin Speedster - 2/21/2004 3:28:20 AM   
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Status: offline 		Pictures???? Please!!!!!!

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RE: Kangke Rearwin Speedster - 2/21/2004 3:45:13 AM   
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Status: offline 		I was there too. That is a beautiful plane!

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RE: Kangke Rearwin Speedster - 2/21/2004 3:48:04 AM   
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Status: offline 		I'm starting to build mine on Sunday. I'm going with the ZDZ 40. In my oppinion the DA 50 will be a bit too much. They are very powerful and this plane won't need that much. I agree the quality is excellent. Not one wrinkle. Should be a quality flyer.

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RE: Kangke Rearwin Speedster - 2/29/2004 4:54:08 AM   
Joe Kelley



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Status: offline 		AirbearMA got any photos? I'd use the DA 50 if I get one, and that stick that moves up and down on the left!~) lol!

Joe

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RE: Kangke Rearwin Speedster - 3/8/2004 3:35:25 PM   
Joe Kelley



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Joe

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RE: Kangke Rearwin Speedster - 3/8/2004 11:46:02 PM   
cstevec



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Status: offline 		I started construction on mine today and am using a Roto 35 in mine. The engine has been sitting in my shop for a while now and should be a good match for the plane. The folks at Kangke USA said that up to a 50 can be used but that the 35 I am using should be just fine. I'll try and give a report when I fly it. Gotta say, the fit and finish of this kit is excellent and covering was flawless. All the control rods were included and quality stuff too. They are already made up for you and suprise suprise, they Fit! (so far any way) I'll try to get some pictures tonight and post 'em for Ya.

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RE: Kangke Rearwin Speedster - 3/8/2004 11:55:59 PM   
Joe Kelley



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Status: offline 		Thanks cstevec, got any pictures? Let us know how it goes.

Joe

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RE: Kangke Rearwin Speedster - 3/9/2004 2:38:02 AM   
cstevec



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Status: offline 		Well, lets see how this works out. The Last one is the Roto 35 inside the cowl!

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RE: Kangke Rearwin Speedster - 3/9/2004 2:49:25 AM   
Joe Kelley



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Status: offline 		Awesome!!!! nice pictures. Do you think you will even have to cut the cowl for the spark plug? Looks awesome. What is the total weight of the Roto 35? What servos are you going with ? That thing is huge!!!

Joe !~)

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RE: Kangke Rearwin Speedster - 3/9/2004 2:52:33 AM   
Joe Kelley



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Status: offline 		Ooops, here is a stoopid question, is that a 2 piece wing?

Joe

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RE: Kangke Rearwin Speedster - 3/9/2004 3:16:41 AM   
John_RedSox


 

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Status: offline 		I have mine about 95% done. I went with the ZDZ 40. If anyone uses this engine on this plane, the BCM muffler is too big for the cowl to fit over so I ordered a slimline. If you use the ZDZ mount it must be cut to the the size of the firewall. Also, I snapped two clevises, and good luck finding one to replace it. It's metric. I replaced mine with all 440 stuff. I also went with all JR 8231 digital servos except for throttle (It's what I had lying around). The wheels that came with it were crappy and small so I changed them with Du Bro 4.5 inch. I tried 5 inch but they were too big. In any event, the engine does fit inside the cowl and the only cuttin needed will be for cooling. Overall, the plane is awesome and look forward to flying her this weekend weather permitting.

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RE: Kangke Rearwin Speedster - 3/9/2004 3:27:45 AM   
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Status: offline 		The only cuts I will have to make in the cowl will be for cooling. Everything else will fit with room to spare. I have Hitec Servos for the plane, 5475's for all surfaces except for the rudder which is a 5975. Thats exactly what Kangke recomends in the ass'y manual and I already have them so.......... The wing is two piece with a HUGE wing tube to connect them. There is a hatch in the top of the cabin area that you remove to attach the wings and each wing is secured with one allen head bolt. the ailerons are about 36" long and two inches wide, the horizontal stab. is 35" wide and the elevators are as large as the stab. I CA'd them in place with the supplied hinges and it appears that I will wind up with about 45 degrees of throw. The only complaint I have is the Vert. stab doesn't fit tight to the fuse. When the covering was shrunk to fit it pulled the center of the stab into a small bow. I think you can see it in the pic. The flying wires will probably hold it but I will add some epoxy just to be safe. I think you can fit almost a 5" wheel in the pants. Those things are huge! One other complaint, the tail wheel supplied with the kit is kinda weak. The assembly is good quality, but the wire used just doesn't appear to bew strong enough for the weight of the plane.

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RE: Kangke Rearwin Speedster - 3/9/2004 4:01:12 AM   
Joe Kelley



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Status: offline 		I can't wait for the flight report John. It sounds like you both went through a lot to get these planes together. Thanks for all the info and such. Now that your planes are almost ready, do you think that this plane was worth the money? It is a bit more money then some of the plane like it out there. Well, maybe you could tell after you fly it.

Joe