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Build Thread: New QQ-Yak 54 101", DA-85 - 6/17/2008 9:09:32 PM   
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Dear All,

I will be starting a new build thread here on RCU on QQAC newest addition. The QQ-Yak 101” Kimball Scheme! This plane is essentially identical to our proven 102” Yak-54 except for few small changes to ensure a good compatibility of this bird with Mighty DA-85. This plane will offer an unbelievable performance in 3D flying regime combined with DA85. It promises to be fast, light, precise and extremely responsive at anything pilot throws at it.

I will do my best to make this a pleasant build thread for those of you that might be interested in following this build. I will answer every question that I receive here on this thread or will find the answer for you. Quique will be here to help me out when in need as well.

I will start this build thread toward end of this week. By that time I should have most everything I need.

At the end of this build thread, you should have all the information pertaining to building and setting up this airplane successfully. I will make some flying videos and provide you with many pictures.

This will not be a weekend build thread rather will go on for sometime. This will be more like a reality T.V build thread as with job and attention that family needs, I won’t be able to dedicate many hours at once but I will make sure to provide a quality build thread.

Most of your questions will be answered in the evenings.

For those of you who own our 102”, I will be able to tell you the difference truthfully at the end of this build thread. I have over 700 flights on (2) 102” QQ-Yak and should be able to tell the real difference of the two in few flights!

I would like to appreciate the participation of interested parties in advance.

Thank you all,
Reza


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RE: Build Thread: New QQ-Yak 54 101", DA-85 - 6/17/2008 9:09:49 PM   
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Well, I got a call from BaxGlobal that packages have arrived. You need to be home to sign for them. So I decided to go pick them up
QQAC uses Bax Global often, their service is good and they are cheaper than UPS and FedEx. However you need to inspect the boxes for any visible damages before you sign for them. Once you sign, it would be impossible to claim any loss! Well my fuse box had some damages to the extend you could see the cowl as you can see in the picture. I did not sign for the boxes until I opened them all for inspection. Given it was my lunch time and I was in a hurry I asked for some help but the guy wasn't allowed to give me a hand! Anyway, everything was fine but please do make sure if you are buying from us not to sign unless you do not see any damage from the box. Your signature waves the liability!

Now good part. Color scheme is awesome! I know in future I need to have a Kimball Python because the colors are sharp and plenty of space for decals, BTW, they are back in stock!

Mine came with SFG. I thought 101 won't be coming with SFG but I guess it is .

The pilot panel looks great. I Love it!

As always CF tubes and titanium rods and ball links.

And Look at the Tail Gear! WOW! This is a very nice touch on this aircraft! Love it!

The tank tray is done. Unlike 102 that we needed to glue two pieces of 1/8" ply wood!

There are 3 places for your switches! Very nicely done!

Guys, Don't hesitate to click on the pics and see them enlarged!

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< Message edited by Rezagh -- 6/18/2008 3:31:51 PM >


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RE: Build Thread: New QQ-Yak 54 101", DA-85 - 6/17/2008 9:10:18 PM   
Rezagh


 

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This airplane is designed around DA85. I will be building this plane with Slimline Pitts style muffler that can both be purchased from Desert Aircraft. All I have heard and seen from the performance of this engine is all awesome!

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RE: Build Thread: New QQ-Yak 54 101", DA-85 - 6/17/2008 10:34:31 PM   
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Yeah I love that scheme along with QQ flying

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RE: Build Thread: New QQ-Yak 54 101", DA-85 - 6/17/2008 10:35:12 PM   
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Ooh, the excitement buds are welling up as we wait....

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RE: Build Thread: New QQ-Yak 54 101", DA-85 - 6/19/2008 2:15:46 PM   
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Is the price tag $999.00, or was that a suggested retail price????(from QQ web site)

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RE: Build Thread: New QQ-Yak 54 101", DA-85 - 6/19/2008 3:19:25 PM   
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Price is same as 102". Plane is the same plane with minor changes to work with DA85.

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RE: Build Thread: New QQ-Yak 54 101", DA-85 - 6/19/2008 4:05:58 PM   
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Last set of pics of the components.



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RE: Build Thread: New QQ-Yak 54 101", DA-85 - 6/19/2008 4:08:05 PM   
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RE: Build Thread: New QQ-Yak 54 101", DA-85 - 6/19/2008 5:20:23 PM   
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loving it

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RE: Build Thread: New QQ-Yak 54 101", DA-85 - 6/20/2008 9:35:48 AM   
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Hi.
Is the tunnel in the fuselage long enough for a proper full length tuned pipe, or is it limited to a cannister system only?

Regards,
Magne

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RE: Build Thread: New QQ-Yak 54 101", DA-85 - 6/20/2008 10:57:51 AM   
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