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RE: Bob Cat Copy Falcon 120 Jet - 8/20/2007 8:07 PM   
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Falcon wing section is flat bottom,which is proberley why its such a stable model.
I have had no problems when flying with this wing section which i believe is clark wy.
I do however need a little down elevator when flying inverted, as this is not a simetrical wing.
The c g is in the correct location.
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RE: Bob Cat Copy Falcon 120 Jet - 8/20/2007 8:08 PM   
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Falcon wing section is flat bottom,which is proberley why its such a stable model.
I have had no problems when flying with this wing section which i believe is clark wy.
I do however need a little down elevator when flying inverted, as this is not a simetrical wing.
The c g is in the correct location.
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RE: Bob Cat Copy Falcon 120 Jet - 8/20/2007 8:27 PM   
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RE: Bob Cat Copy Falcon 120 Jet - 8/20/2007 9:38 PM   
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BiGToP and Bigplumbs will be getting their finger out shortly!
I've just been waiting for some parts to arrive and I'll be "commensing" Now.

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RE: Bob Cat Copy Falcon 120 Jet - 8/21/2007 10:38 AM   
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how is the performance of the falcon. is the cg right in the manual? i plan to install a 1.08 with a 15*8 would it e ok

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RE: Bob Cat Copy Falcon 120 Jet - 8/21/2007 11:46 AM   
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RE: Bob Cat Copy Falcon 120 Jet - 8/21/2007 8:01 PM   
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Can anyone give me the length of the main U/C leg, from the retract unit down to the center of the wheel axle. Thanx Tim



No measurements to be seen BUT.....I would think that the length of the leg will be demanded by the postistion of your retract base plate and the length of the plastic retract wheel pod?

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RE: Bob Cat Copy Falcon 120 Jet - 8/21/2007 9:43 PM   
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how is the performance of the falcon. is the cg right in the manual? i plan to install a 1.08 with a 15*8 would it e ok

probably not enough power ...there are posts that a GMS 120 isn't enough...

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RE: Bob Cat Copy Falcon 120 Jet - 8/21/2007 11:28 PM   
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Can anyone give me the length of the main U/C leg, from the retract unit down to the center of the wheel axle. Thanx Tim



Hi Tim,

I've instaled mine tonight and they come out around 165mm
see build thread over on RC Groups:
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RE: Bob Cat Copy Falcon 120 Jet - 8/22/2007 5:53 PM   
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RE: Bob Cat Copy Falcon 120 Jet - 8/23/2007 3:31 AM   
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Status: offline 		I've gone for rates on the ailerons to bring it down to 10mm travel rather than in the book it says 20mm. But I have the 20mm travel there if I should need it.
Wingart what have you set yours to. Also have you got flap elevator mix?

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RE: Bob Cat Copy Falcon 120 Jet - 8/23/2007 1:36 PM   
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Can anyone give me the length of the main U/C leg, from the retract unit down to the center of the wheel axle. Thanx Tim



Hi Tim,

I've instaled mine tonight and they come out around 165mm
see build thread over on RC Groups:
http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=718236#post8033617

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Hello BigTop!!! Can you please measure the width between the 2 Booms, I am trying to decide which propeller to buy, I am not with my plane at the moment I am at sea... I just purchased a SK 1.30 Nitro engine... I will install my Wren-54 later after I fly the bird with the 1.30 first...
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RE: Bob Cat Copy Falcon 120 Jet - 8/23/2007 2:01 PM   
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I read where someone was using a 16x10 on an OS 160. so any prop you run on a 1.3 should be ok.

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RE: Bob Cat Copy Falcon 120 Jet - 8/23/2007 2:09 PM   
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Mojo
I read where someone was using a 16x10 on an OS 160. so any prop you run on a 1.3 should be ok.

Hello Goose and Thanks for the info... I will try the 16x10 as soon as I can get to my plane, still at sea for 1 more week...
Happy Flying!!!
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RE: Bob Cat Copy Falcon 120 Jet - 8/23/2007 3:19 PM   
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Can anyone give me the length of the main U/C leg, from the retract unit down to the center of the wheel axle. Thanx Tim



Hi Tim,

I've instaled mine tonight and they come out around 165mm
see build thread over on RC Groups:
http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=718236#post8033617

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Hello BigTop!!! Can you please measure the width between the 2 Booms, I am trying to decide which propeller to buy, I am not with my plane at the moment I am at sea... I just purchased a SK 1.30 Nitro engine... I will install my Wren-54 later after I fly the bird with the 1.30 first...
Thanks Mate
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Hi Mojo,

I'll put them together tonight and check for you.

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RE: Bob Cat Copy Falcon 120 Jet - 8/23/2007 3:41 PM   
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Can anyone give me the length of the main U/C leg, from the retract unit down to the center of the wheel axle. Thanx Tim



Hi Tim,

I've instaled mine tonight and they come out around 165mm
see build thread over on RC Groups:
http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=718236#post8033617

Regards

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Hello BigTop!!! Can you please measure the width between the 2 Booms, I am trying to decide which propeller to buy, I am not with my plane at the moment I am at sea... I just purchased a SK 1.30 Nitro engine... I will install my Wren-54 later after I fly the bird with the 1.30 first...
Thanks Mate
Mojo


Hi Mojo,

I'll put them together tonight and check for you.

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Thank You BIGTOP!!!

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RE: Bob Cat Copy Falcon 120 Jet - 8/23/2007 4:45 PM   
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I also set rates to 10 and 20, you will soon see you wont use 10 its know where near enough movement .20 is fine and its still not vicious.
I `thought about mixing in elevator with the flaps but after the first flight it became apparent you dont need too.
only the smallest amount off trim change.
i put a small amount off back pressure on the stick this is fine doesnt cause any probs.
This really is one of the easiest planes ive ever flown of any type.
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RE: Bob Cat Copy Falcon 120 Jet - 8/23/2007 6:14 PM   
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I reread your post. If you havent spent the money for an SK 1.3, I would recommend you spend the extra 100 bucks for an OS160 for that 16x10 prop. I just dont think you will be happy with the 1.3 on this heavy of an airplane. I dont think you have the power and speed you want. If you look at the GMS 1.20, its specs are nearly the same, but higher revving motor, and its not enough motor for this plane.

I think most folks would agree you need a hi revving 2 stroke 1.40 or better on this to achieve good dash speed, but have enough power to get off the grass.

Please...anyone else chime in. I know folks are pleased with the OS 160. ...BTW, thats what is going on mine...the 1.60 is sitting in the shop at my buddy's house now. I know you will be happy with that combo. I own a GMS 1.20 too, so I had to bite the bullet and get another motor.

hurry up UPS.....

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RE: Bob Cat Copy Falcon 120 Jet - 8/23/2007 7:21 PM   
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I reread your post. If you havent spent the money for an SK 1.3, I would recommend you spend the extra 100 bucks for an OS160 for that 16x10 prop. I just dont think you will be happy with the 1.3 on this heavy of an airplane. I dont think you have the power and speed you want. If you look at the GMS 1.20, its specs are nearly the same, but higher revving motor, and its not enough motor for this plane.

I think most folks would agree you need a hi revving 2 stroke 1.40 or better on this to achieve good dash speed, but have enough power to get off the grass.

Please...anyone else chime in. I know folks are pleased with the OS 160. ...BTW, thats what is going on mine...the 1.60 is sitting in the shop at my buddy's house now. I know you will be happy with that combo. I own a GMS 1.20 too, so I had to bite the bullet and get another motor.

hurry up UPS.....

Turn & Burn!!! Thanks Goose sounds about right, I already have the 1.30 and I will only have it on the Falcon for a short time just to get the handle of the Bird. It will be my first turbine and I already have the Wren-54 standing-by for it... Can't wait to get to it...Thanks for the input, it all helps...
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RE: Bob Cat Copy Falcon 120 Jet - 8/23/2007 8:15 PM   
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in the turbine powered versions and are all of the
servo holes standerd size or smaller I was going to use futaba 9650 dig srevos

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RE: Bob Cat Copy Falcon 120 Jet - 8/23/2007 9:01 PM   
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Status: offline 		Fitted my tank as far back as poss. Trimmed the frames and slid the tank in. The rear of the tank is flush with the rear spar, and is secured with one tie wrap which fits under the front and rear spars and up and ove rthe tank.
I fitted my breather tube exiting the lower wing surface out board of the the boom, with tube facing fwd, to reduce risk of fuel spill going on engine. The tubes join in the wing root with a fuel filter.

Rudder servos are slightly smaller than standard the 225MGs fit.
Elevator, I think are 225MG size again ( Iused one standard size in the Tailplane)
the flaps and ailerons are standard size,

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RE: Bob Cat Copy Falcon 120 Jet - 8/23/2007 11:40 PM   
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RE: Bob Cat Copy Falcon 120 Jet - 8/24/2007 12:07 AM   
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Hi bigtop.
I also set rates to 10 and 20, you will soon see you wont use 10 its know where near enough movement .20 is fine and its still not vicious.
I `thought about mixing in elevator with the flaps but after the first flight it became apparent you dont need too.
only the smallest amount off trim change.
i put a small amount off back pressure on the stick this is fine doesnt cause any probs.
This really is one of the easiest planes ive ever flown of any type.
Regards wingart



Hi Steve,

Thanx for that, I'll just fly it and see.
If I can fly it as good as it looks on the video's then I'll be laughing A LOT!!


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RE: Bob Cat Copy Falcon 120 Jet - 8/24/2007 1:16 AM   
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Can anyone give me the length of the main U/C leg, from the retract unit down to the center of the wheel axle. Thanx Tim



Hi Tim,

I've instaled mine tonight and they come out around 165mm
see build thread over on RC Groups:
http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=718236#post8033617

Regards

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Hello BigTop!!! Can you please measure the width between the 2 Booms, I am trying to decide which propeller to buy, I am not with my plane at the moment I am at sea... I just purchased a SK 1.30 Nitro engine... I will install my Wren-54 later after I fly the bird with the 1.30 first...
Thanks Mate
Mojo


Hi Mojo,

I'll put them together tonight and check for you.

BiGToP

Thank You BIGTOP!!!

Mojo,

It's 437mm

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RE: Bob Cat Copy Falcon 120 Jet - 8/24/2007 1:32 AM   
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