cjmonkey
Posts: 9
Joined: 4/25/2007
From: Sydney, AUSTRALIA
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Well i finally managed to get a full days worth of flying in!
VERDICT = BIG THUMBS UP! 
I think I have managed to fix the Stab incidence problem, as the aircraft requires only 2 clicks on up-trim to fly straight and level hands off now.
I also had the same "tail-wheel" misfortunate as a previous owners on this plane. All of my landings were very smooth, yet, after the lucky last 13th flight, my carbon tail-brace cracked on touchdown! I was really surprised, given how thick it is.
I also noticed that there was fuel in my engine box after every couple of flights. I can tell, because the castrol 2 stroke oil i use for break-in has a red color. I checked the plumbing and there are definately no leaks, so i am hoping it's simply because the engine is running rich at the moment. (1 1/2 for low needle, 1 3/4 for high needle)
This plane really flies light! Early on in the day, we had some strong winds. This made the plan buffet around pretty badly in flight. A guy next to me on the flight line commented how poorly the plane seemed to be handling the wind. Being on the sticks, I didn't agree, The plane was responding to everything i was telling it to do. With such little wing loading, it's no surprise this plane moves around when the wind is up, but it is always controllable.
Later on in the day however, when the winds eased, i found myself becomming more and more comfortable with each flight. In addition to this, the DL50 was really starting to come into its own.. pulling stronger and sgtronger with every flight. Response from idle to full was snappy and quick!
This plane/engine combo really is a pleasure to fly! All of the basic aero's that i attempted were awesome and predictable! Not to mention, its a sweet looking plane also! I commented to a friend who was watching "i could watch those flat spins forever!" He responded "that's probably not a good idea!" LOL
As i bought this plane for IMAC, i spent alot of time practicing my routine. I found this plane awesome for IMAC. It tracks so nicely, and with the large control surfaces, it responds so precisely! With this plane, I feel more confident with my IMAC routines. I haven't tried any 3D just yet because the engine is still so new, but will do so after a few gallons through the tank.
Ed.
Extra 300 50cc
DL 50
KS Canister
JXF 22x8 (for run-in) will switch to 23x8 or 22A or 22B after a gallon or two.
PA 4" Carbon Spinner
HS7985 on Aileron and Elevator
HS5955 on Rudder
Emcotec RCSRV Kill Switch/Regulator
Emcotec DPSI BIC Regulator
Futaba FASST 8 channel RX
Futaba 9C Super + FASST 8 channel TX
1800mah LiPo (ignition)
2 x 1800mah LiPo (dual power for RX)
CG balancing at rear end of recommended range.
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