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jacobezzell -> Two .46 engines... what size plane? (8/13/2007 6:24:42 AM)

I have one OS LA 46, working on getting another. would these be crazy to strap to an LT-40 kitbashed to a twin with a beefed up wing? Would the extra weight required balance things out?



wingspar -> RE: Two .46 engines... what size plane? (8/13/2007 3:04:28 PM)

Not only the wing but the tail and rudder as well. Don't know why you would want to put that much power in a plane the was designed to be a easy to fly trainer. You would be better off installing a pair of .25 engines.

Dave



jacobezzell -> RE: Two .46 engines... what size plane? (8/13/2007 3:12:20 PM)

Well, honestly because I'm just trying to work with the engines I have... If there is a slightly larger kit I should try, please let me know.



wingspar -> RE: Two .46 engines... what size plane? (8/13/2007 3:54:44 PM)

Here are a few suggestions:

Top Flite Cessna 310
Nitro Models Cessna 337 SkyMaster
Horison Hobbies Dual Ace
Hanger 9 B-25

I'm sure there are lots others

Dave



jacobezzell -> RE: Two .46 engines... what size plane? (8/13/2007 4:01:51 PM)

These are all twin ARFs, I want to build something, and not a fancy warbird kit... Thats why I wanted to kitbash the LT-40.



wingspar -> RE: Two .46 engines... what size plane? (8/13/2007 4:10:39 PM)

No ARF's? OK

How about a Top Flite DC-3?



jacobezzell -> RE: Two .46 engines... what size plane? (8/13/2007 4:30:23 PM)

Maybe, that looks like a beautiful kit, BUT I was hoping to bash something together so I'd have a cheap plane to play with, try out a twin, and get to custom build some stuff. Oh, and I'm halfway through building my second plane. I have a LT-40 in the trash (trainer crashed me grumble grumble.) I'm building a 4 star 60, and have a hog bipe to build too.



evan-RCU -> RE: Two .46 engines... what size plane? (8/13/2007 4:30:55 PM)

Buy two .40 size airplanes and bash them like this; The second pic is another overpowered trainer.



jrf -> RE: Two .46 engines... what size plane? (8/13/2007 4:56:24 PM)

Why not do the twin conversion of the Hobbistar 60 that is in the current issue of Model Aviation magazine. It will take two 46's and, with it's 71" semi-symmetrical wing, it will handle the power a lot better than the LT 40.

Jim



jacobezzell -> RE: Two .46 engines... what size plane? (8/13/2007 5:03:51 PM)

I saw that, I just would rather do a kit than mess with an ARF. That way when I crash I've already had 100 hours of fun. :)



jrf -> RE: Two .46 engines... what size plane? (8/13/2007 5:22:39 PM)

Kit bash your 4* 60 into a twin for the two 46's. That would be a great combo! If it's too late to bash the one you're building, use the plans to build another one.

Jim



jacobezzell -> RE: Two .46 engines... what size plane? (8/13/2007 5:39:24 PM)

That would be sweet, maybe I'll build another after this one... I havn't started on the wing yet, but I have the fuse finished and set up for a Saito 91 FS. It would be nice to have one already built to be able to take plans off of for building the nacelles... Thanks for the idea!



Edwin -> RE: Two .46 engines... what size plane? (8/13/2007 7:19:03 PM)

How about an ugly stick design. You can design and build it from your head. Easy access to the engines. Quick build, easy to repair, and can be tons of fun. Can even easily put in a bomb drop.
Edwin



Ed_Moorman -> RE: Two .46 engines... what size plane? (8/14/2007 1:51:36 AM)

I think the LT-40 will be fine. I have a pair of OS .46LAs on a twin and they aren't going to pull the wings off unless you start doing crazy things which would probably kill the plane on a single engine. You are talking ball bearing .32 power here. I like a 10-7 or 11-5 prop.

I would strengthen the center wing and add some bracing wires on the tail. If you get the CG right, I'd use weed eater line. I use that a lot on planes. It weighs next to nothing and will keep your tail from breaking. If the plane is nose heavy, I'd use 2-56 rods just for the extra weight.

On the LT-40 with extra power, you'll need to shim up the trailing edge of the wing. I would jack it up 2 popsicle sticks or about 3/16". This should keep the plane from climbing at full power.



octane-link -> RE: Two .46 engines... what size plane? (8/14/2007 2:52:19 AM)

Goldberg makes a .60 size trainer kit that I am thinking about kit bashing into a Twin Otter, that size should take two .46's easily enough.



R8893 -> RE: Two .46 engines... what size plane? (8/14/2007 2:55:11 AM)

I have done a couple kit bashes of 60 size, old style pattern planes (Midwest Strikemaster, Kaos, and Direct Connection Sea Fury) I added 12 to 15 inches to the wing center section and used a pair of 35's to 46's. All flew great.



Clay bartsch -> RE: Two .46 engines... what size plane? (1/6/2008 11:41:01 PM)

hobbico twinstar



ian51291 -> RE: Two .46 engines... what size plane? (5/3/2008 11:09:31 AM)

how about a ripmax harmony twin



orygg -> RE: Two .46 engines... what size plane? (5/3/2008 12:53:17 PM)

Hi or a L-200 Morava



jim19 -> RE: Two .46 engines... what size plane? (5/12/2008 8:52:07 PM)

Try the AeroCrafts Gemini GT-40. This twin is designed for .40-.46 size engines. Excellent handling. Look for it at www.aerocrafts.net.
Jim



Montague -> RE: Two .46 engines... what size plane? (5/12/2008 9:32:33 PM)


quote:

ORIGINAL: ian51291
how about a ripmax harmony twin


I wish those were available in the USA, but they aren't.

Orygg, do you have a pointer to a L-200 Morava kit or ARF or something? Neat looking plane there.



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