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RE: New Pacific Aeromodel Clip Wing Monocoupe - 5/31/2007 1:17:47 AM   
mobyal


 

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Status: offline 		Got mine yesterday. Have unpacked it and inspected it quickly. Based on that initial look, it seems to be well constructed and there are no wrinkles in the covering. None. A first for me. Robart-style hinges drilled and mounted on all the control surfaces, but not glued in place. A very simple and what appears to be a very effective wheelpant mount. Haven't checked out the hardware yet. The colors look very close to my Cox 1/5 Waco that I'm just now completing (If I ever get finished wrestling with THOSE gd wheelpant mounts!!!! !!!)
There's no instruction manual out. They told me it'd be available in a week or so and they'll send it to me. I'm not in any hurry as I have a couple of projects to finish up before I start on this one. I'm thinking of using an OS 160 or Saito 180 on it. Also have a Super Tigre 2300 waiting for a home.... I'll have to check the fit, weight and most particularly the balance, as there is very little nose moment, before I make a final decision.
Anyway, first impressions are very good.
Al

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RE: New Pacific Aeromodel Clip Wing Monocoupe - 6/1/2007 11:28:28 PM   
RCGARY


 

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Status: offline 		Ok.. here it is.....I got one of the clip winged Monocoupes from Pacific Aeromodels. The miniute I saw a picture of this plane, I had to go pick it up right from their warehouse. Here is what I think:
The plane went together with no issues whatsoever. Fun to build, everything was there and fit right! Great quality. This plane looks amazing in person.

I took the plane for it's maiden flight a few days ago. It fly's GREAT! The plane got up on it's main wheels quickly, and took off smoothly. It was a blast to fly. I didn't do much with it on the first day as you might imagine. It tracks great, responds well, and you couldn't tip stall this thing if you tried. The landing was a piece of cake. Cut the throttle, let it sink, gave it a tiny bit of throttle and let it land. The advertising is true. It lands like a trainer.

A few tips for what it's worth:

1. Balance the plane right around the wing tube (bar).
2. Set up your throws exactly the way Pacific Aeromodels recommends. You won't be sorry.
3. I have a Saito 1.80 FS mounted inverted in mine. It works great.
4. Use silicone on the landing gear fairings. Works good and they won't crack.
5. I chose to put the rudder servos in the back of the fuselage. Just a personal preference. They give you the option of this method or to put them inside the plane for a more scale look.
6. I set up the plane with flaperons. I was going to use them, but the plane was landing so well on approach, I never used this option. I will give it a try next time. I am guessing it will land even easier.

Bottom line is that I think this may be the best all around plane I have owned.

Enjoy!

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RE: New Pacific Aeromodel Clip Wing Monocoupe - 6/2/2007 12:20:11 AM   
RCGARY


 

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Status: offline 		One more thing....Thanks to Pacific Aeromodels for the great service. Very much appreciated!

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RE: New Pacific Aeromodel Clip Wing Monocoupe - 6/2/2007 1:07:28 PM   
mobyal


 

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Status: offline 		Great report. Thanks. Couple of questions --
Do you know the all-up weight? And how much, if any, nose weight did you have to add to make it balance?


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RE: New Pacific Aeromodel Clip Wing Monocoupe - 6/2/2007 9:19:02 PM   
RCGARY


 

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Status: offline 		I am not sure about the total weight. With the Saito 1.80 it took exactly ZERO nose or tail weighting. Mine did wind up taking about one ounce of weight on the right wing tip. I do have a pretty large 5 cell battery on the left side of the fuse. This may be the reason. But other than that, no nose or tail weight was required.


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RE: New Pacific Aeromodel Clip Wing Monocoupe - 6/2/2007 10:25:00 PM   
mobyal


 

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Status: offline 		THAT's good news, as I'm planning on a Saito 180 or a ST 2300. W/ no added weight it ought to be right on spec.
Thanks
Al


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RE: New Pacific Aeromodel Clip Wing Monocoupe - 6/14/2007 1:05:32 PM   
pettit



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Status: offline 		Here's my Clipped Wing Monocoupe just about ready to fly.

I'm using a FUJI 24EI gas engine and a Spektrum DX7 radio and 821 servos.

Finished weight is 13 pounds 4 ounces minus fuel.

It balanced perfectly at the spar with elevator servos at tail and rudder servo in cockpit.

But there's no @#$%^& wing area!!!

It should do just fine despite the fact that there is only 980 square inches of wing.

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RE: New Pacific Aeromodel Clip Wing Monocoupe - 6/14/2007 3:49:01 PM   
jrf


 

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Status: offline 		Petit:

There is a video on the website that seems to show it works just fine with no @$^^#$* wing area.

Jim

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RE: New Pacific Aeromodel Clip Wing Monocoupe - 6/14/2007 4:05:51 PM   
mobyal


 

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Status: offline 		I raised the wing area issue early on in another forum. Was told by someone who said he'd flown the plane that it landed very well w/ 15 degrees of "flaperon". Plus the video -- sure looks like it'll fly well! We'l see. I'll probably start mine in a couple of weeks. From the unpacking and inspection it sure looks good.
Al

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RE: New Pacific Aeromodel Clip Wing Monocoupe - 6/14/2007 4:08:42 PM   
pettit



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Status: offline 		I was just making a joke. This is a hobby. We all deserve a good laugh now and then.

But that doesn't make the wing area any larger...

LOL

I'm sure it'll do just fine.

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RE: New Pacific Aeromodel Clip Wing Monocoupe - 6/14/2007 4:14:52 PM   
mobyal


 

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Status: offline 		Yep! And it doesn't!
Where will your review show up, Dick?
And will you give us at least a brief flight report here?
Thanks
Al

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RE: New Pacific Aeromodel Clip Wing Monocoupe - 6/14/2007 4:16:19 PM   
pettit



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Status: offline 		The full review will be in an upcoming issue of R/C REPORT but I'll let you know how it does as soon as the rain stops here and I get some time to fly the plane.

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RE: New Pacific Aeromodel Clip Wing Monocoupe - 6/15/2007 12:58:41 AM   
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Status: offline 		Looks awesome. I just got mine and will be starting it shortly. Any modifications needed on mounting the Fuji engine? I have never had one so will be anxiously waiting your flight report. What prop are you using? Have you had much experience with Fuji engines? I assume it has electronic ignition. Good luck.

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RE: New Pacific Aeromodel Clip Wing Monocoupe - 6/15/2007 11:52:53 AM   
pettit



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Status: offline 		I had to make up some 3/4" standoffs to get the prop hub in the right place and the fuselage needed a little notch to clear the muffler.

Fuji engines are pretty good, decent power, relatively quiet.

I'm starting with an 18-6 but may drop back one size if necessary. Yes, electronic ignition.

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RE: New Pacific Aeromodel Clip Wing Monocoupe - 6/20/2007 12:26:56 PM   
pettit



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Status: offline 		Here's an update to the Addendum in the instruction manual.

(Guess who did it wrong?)

"The Monocoupe has a small amount of dihedral in each wing. This is
strictly for appearance, since a straight wing will appear to droop. Because
the aluminum wing joiner has this dihedral in it, it is possible to install it
upside down, and if it is installed upside down, the wing struts will not fit.
Please be sure that the aluminum wing joiner is installed with the dihedral
“V” facing UP."

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