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RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit - 12/13/2004 3:10:58 AM

mr_matt

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Hi Bruce,

What mods would need to be made for a P-70? Are they extensive?

Also, does this plane have a foam wing, and if so is it presheeted?

Thanks

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RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit - 12/13/2004 3:36:29 AM

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Thanks Bruce, big bummer.. are you planning on making a R54 that will fit the larger size engines???

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RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit - 12/13/2004 6:56:18 AM

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Yeah, John, I knew there would be guys "bummed" about not being able to bolt on a 18lb (or bigger) turbine, but I will have to live with that. I hope to be selling this kit ten years from now, and expect turbines to continually creep up in power. You are already seeing it in the 54 class. The norm used to be 11-12 lb, now it's 13-14. Wren is talking 18lb with its Mark III. Sorry, I have no plans on doing a larger version of the model.

Matt, no structural mods need to made as far as I can tell. On the Reaction 54, the turbine hangs externally from the fuselage tail boom, and the front of the engine is actually above the trailing edge of the wing to protect it from FOD. That vertical space was sized for the 54 class turbines, but there's just enough room for a P-70. The P70 is just a little heavier than the typical 54-class turbine, which means you have the extra weight of the turbine plus extra balance weight in the nose. It will probably require a custom mounting bracket which is not too big of a deal.

Ultimately, I think the P-60 is going to become a very popular choice for this bird.

Bruce Tharpe - BTE

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RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit - 12/16/2004 1:48:23 AM

Helijet

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GOT THE KIT TODAY!!! Nice package, great info on the plans and excellent quality wood. Ive heard of Bruce's reputation as a manufacturer. Now I can see why! Going to be my personal bird....getting started this evening!

Dean Wichmann
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RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit - 12/16/2004 2:14:17 AM

rcguy!

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Man you know how to hurt a guy! Haven't rec'd mine yet! Shipped out on Tuesday. Looking forward to building it. Have Fun!

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RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit - 12/16/2004 2:35:18 AM

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Got mine yesterday. I can't believe Bruce puts so much airplane into such a small box! I haven't taken much out of the box yet except for the instructions. This is one well thought out model! Should be a blast!

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RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit - 12/16/2004 3:02:20 AM

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quote:

ORIGINAL: TonyF

Got mine yesterday. I can't believe Bruce puts so much airplane into such a small box! I haven't taken much out of the box yet except for the instructions. This is one well thought out model! Should be a blast!

"King Frack is Back!" :-))

Mine is on the way....I'm getting worried that it won't fit into the Escort station wagon!

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RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit - 12/16/2004 1:08:03 PM

Topgun2mo

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How about someone getting a build thread going.......?

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RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit - 12/16/2004 10:33:42 PM

mr_matt

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Hi Bruce,

Thanks for the feedback on the P-70 installation.

2 more questions:

1.) Is the wing foam core, and if so is it presheeted?

2.) What is the leadtime if I order a kit now?

Thanks

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RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit - 12/16/2004 11:59:33 PM

Helijet

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Matt

I just got off the phone with Bruce and can answer your questions. He has about 8 kits left out of the initial 48 order cut. There is no foam anywhere on the plane.

Dean Wichmann
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RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit - 12/17/2004 12:11:12 AM

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quote:

ORIGINAL: mr_matt

Hi Bruce,

Thanks for the feedback on the P-70 installation.

2 more questions:

1.) Is the wing foam core, and if so is it presheeted?

2.) What is the leadtime if I order a kit now?

Thanks

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RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit - 12/17/2004 12:32:20 AM

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The 54 looks like a winner. The shape and general design is superb especially when Bruce takes into consideration of protecting the engine from FOD with the wing trailling edge.

Well done.

B777

< Message edited by B777 -- 12/17/2004 12:33:46 AM >

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RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit - 12/17/2004 3:54:51 AM

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Thank you Dean for the quick answers and to Dave for providing a link. Matt, I'm a big fan of balsa/spruce structures, so that's what I'm comfortable manufacturing. Sure is a lot more work - for me! Anyway, kits are still available and are ready right now.

To all of the eager builders who have taken the plunge so far - THANK YOU!!!

Bruce Tharpe - BTE

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RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit - 12/17/2004 7:47:07 AM

mr_matt

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quote:

ORIGINAL: BruceTharpe
Matt, I'm a big fan of balsa/spruce structures, so that's what I'm comfortable manufacturing.

So is my Dad, he is the one that would build it and he no likee the foam.

Thanks for the feedback I think I might raid the piggy bank (seriously I have a lot of change!)

Thanks,

oops almost forgot, do you have a mount for a P-70 or would I need to fabricate something?

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RE: Reaction 54 Jet Kit - 12/17/2004 2:13:10 PM

Gordon Mc

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ORIGINAL: mr_matt
So is my Dad, he is the one that would build it and he no likee the foam.

Does your Dad fly too - or is he just going to build it for you to fly ?

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