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What plane is a good match for OS 160 twin? - 5/1/2008 4:19:07 AM

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I know this seems kinda backwards, but I have the OS 160 on a shelf and I am looking for ideas on what plane is a good match for this engine.

Already considering:
Cub
4 Star 120
GP Stearman
Rascal 110

What have you been successful with? Kits or ARFs, it doesn't matter

I enjoy all types of flying, so any suggestions you have will be appreciated.

Thanks,
Paul

RE: What plane is a good match for OS 160 twin? - 5/1/2008 5:40:29 AM

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We have a fellow at our club that flies the Rascal 110 with the OS 160 twin. It does quite well.

How about the Pacific Aeromodels GeeBee Y 120. It has good moments and about an 82" wingspan. Don't confuse this GeeBee with the racers (R-1 & R-2). It has similar proportions to the Giant Super Sportster. The quality of the model is very good. I had a hard time finding any wrinkles to remove before I got started on it. Here's a pointer to their page: http://www.pacaeromodel.com/GeeBee/geebee.htm

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RE: What plane is a good match for OS 160 twin? - 5/2/2008 12:21:24 AM

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Nice... Laird SS,

That is something different. Do you think the OS 160 twin will fit nicely in the cowl?

Thanks,
Paul

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RE: What plane is a good match for OS 160 twin? - 5/2/2008 2:43:10 AM

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A 1/4 scale Cub would be perfect for a 160 twin

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RE: What plane is a good match for OS 160 twin? - 5/2/2008 11:37:15 PM

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Yes CK1, I agree on the cub.

I have a Dynaflite kit of the 1/4 scale PA18 Super Cub in the attic. And that is why I bought the OS 160.

But just wanted to explore what others have found success with using this engine

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RE: What plane is a good match for OS 160 twin? - 5/3/2008 2:20:21 PM

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They make excellent sport aerobatic flers when mounted in the SIG or old Hanger Nine cap 232s.

Below is a picture of one in a H-9 CAP recovered in the Breightling Scheme. I have well over a thousand flights on the 160 twins and have found them to be great sport engines.

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ORIGINAL: FlyBy8

I know this seems kinda backwards, but I have the OS 160 on a shelf and I am looking for ideas on what plane is a good match for this engine.

Already considering:
Cub
4 Star 120
GP Stearman
Rascal 110

What have you been successful with? Kits or ARFs, it doesn't matter

I enjoy all types of flying, so any suggestions you have will be appreciated.

Thanks,
Paul

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RE: What plane is a good match for OS 160 twin? - 5/3/2008 2:59:19 PM

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Hey Gremlin Castle,

In the H-9 Cap, how did the OS 160 balance out? Did you have to add much tail weight?

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RE: What plane is a good match for OS 160 twin? - 5/5/2008 2:29:23 AM

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Hey Gremlin Castle,

In the H-9 Cap, how did the OS 160 balance out? Did you have to add much tail weight?

No tail weight necessary. I fact the fuselage and tail group were lightened to the point of being fragile in this particular airframe.
I also flew both the 120 and 160 twins in a Greatplanes SupreSporster 90/120 with a cheek cowl nose bash.
none of the three CAPs or the Super Sportster required tail weight.

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RE: What plane is a good match for OS 160 twin? - 5/6/2008 2:11:21 AM

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Thanks for the info Gremlin Castle, That's good to know.

Sounds like there are all kinds of options.

Keep them coming guys...

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RE: What plane is a good match for OS 160 twin? - 9/2/2008 9:40:46 PM

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Hello

I manage to get my hands on two 160's and look forward to putting them into a Nosen Cessna 310

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RE: What plane is a good match for OS 160 twin? - 9/3/2008 4:15:36 AM

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Hey donnyman,

That should be cool... two of those bad boys cranking up a storm.. : )

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RE: What plane is a good match for OS 160 twin? - 9/3/2008 5:13:03 AM

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my thoughts exactly! got engines, got kit, now I gotta get the landing gear.

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