67" Fusion with a DLE20 onboard
10-22-2010, 07:28 AM
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67" Fusion with a DLE20 onboard
Starting on my new profile...Been wanting one of these for a long time. After swearing off glow motors I didn't think it would ever happen.
Just getting going. I got all the surfaces glued in and working on getting the motor fitted. Had to cut out quite a bit and sand the rails to get the motor through. I'm not a world class modeler but I get the job done
Just getting going. I got all the surfaces glued in and working on getting the motor fitted. Had to cut out quite a bit and sand the rails to get the motor through. I'm not a world class modeler but I get the job done
10-22-2010, 11:44 AM
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Please post your overall weight too. A guy in our club is getting that motor soon for another profile. Should have enough power I would think. The 67" Fusion is normally a 7.5lb plane so I'm curious how light you can get her.
I gotta always have (at least) one Fusion flight ready at all times. She's my all time favorite bird.
Please post your overall weight too. A guy in our club is getting that motor soon for another profile. Should have enough power I would think. The 67" Fusion is normally a 7.5lb plane so I'm curious how light you can get her.
I gotta always have (at least) one Fusion flight ready at all times. She's my all time favorite bird.
10-22-2010, 12:26 PM
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RE: 67
I think 7.5lbs is pretty close to where it will end up.
The plane itself is just over 3lbs
the motor is 2lbs and the radio gear should come in around 1lb
6oz of gas and we should be pushing 8lbs, I think it will be closer to 7.5 though
The plane itself is just over 3lbs
the motor is 2lbs and the radio gear should come in around 1lb
6oz of gas and we should be pushing 8lbs, I think it will be closer to 7.5 though
10-22-2010, 12:31 PM
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RE: 67
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One tip I might give you. Cut out your openings that were factory covered with a hot soldering iron. It will make a clean cut and seal the edge of the covering down.
I really looking forward to a flight report.
David
One tip I might give you. Cut out your openings that were factory covered with a hot soldering iron. It will make a clean cut and seal the edge of the covering down.
I really looking forward to a flight report.
David
10-22-2010, 09:14 PM
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RE: 67
"It's a good thing arfs exist"
I agree...I would like to build but if I get anywhere near the regular CA my head fills with mucous
Yes I use the de-scented CA but somehow I do not think it is as strong
I'll stck with the flyin
10-24-2010, 07:43 PM
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Ok so got it done and I hit a few snags along the way. This has been some kinda satisfying. The plane and the engine have completely out done all of my expectations. This is the combo right here.
The snags were minor. Tygon and neoprene fuel tubing in a 6oz tank will need an extra large clunk in order for the clunk to stay in the fuel. You will have to somewhat butcher the engine rails and just behind the engine mount in order to accommodate the rear carb. I also carved out the mini throttle servo cut out so I could fit a standard servo. Turns out the DLE 20 is so smooth that I probably didn't need to do that.
The motor fired right up after the normal amount of flipping.
Twisted the needles and flew. I had to bring it in a few times to lean out the low end. The plane was ballistic, the motor was spinning 9700 rpm with the 16x8 JC super prop. It is foamy power. The fusion weighed in at 7.2lbs with 3oz of fuel. It's been a while since I've owned a profile, so I had to get used to the way they fly. This plane was spot on with rollers, knife edge (standard 7% up mix and a touch of adverse roll). High alpha everything was really good. I should mention that I had to put my own right thrust into the motor. It doesn't have any built into it. Looks like I hit it on the money with 4 small washers under the front to mounting holes. The CG came out to be right around 8.5" back from the leading edge. Which is right where omp says it should be. Felt good to me, that might be tail heavy for some especially as the fuel gets used up.
I'm going to order up a 18x6 and a 19x6 vess prop. I want less speed. More prop wash. The bigger props should put it right in the motors power band.
Can't wait to fly it again....Looks like some trips to the airfield after work this week will be in order.
The snags were minor. Tygon and neoprene fuel tubing in a 6oz tank will need an extra large clunk in order for the clunk to stay in the fuel. You will have to somewhat butcher the engine rails and just behind the engine mount in order to accommodate the rear carb. I also carved out the mini throttle servo cut out so I could fit a standard servo. Turns out the DLE 20 is so smooth that I probably didn't need to do that.
The motor fired right up after the normal amount of flipping.
Twisted the needles and flew. I had to bring it in a few times to lean out the low end. The plane was ballistic, the motor was spinning 9700 rpm with the 16x8 JC super prop. It is foamy power. The fusion weighed in at 7.2lbs with 3oz of fuel. It's been a while since I've owned a profile, so I had to get used to the way they fly. This plane was spot on with rollers, knife edge (standard 7% up mix and a touch of adverse roll). High alpha everything was really good. I should mention that I had to put my own right thrust into the motor. It doesn't have any built into it. Looks like I hit it on the money with 4 small washers under the front to mounting holes. The CG came out to be right around 8.5" back from the leading edge. Which is right where omp says it should be. Felt good to me, that might be tail heavy for some especially as the fuel gets used up.
I'm going to order up a 18x6 and a 19x6 vess prop. I want less speed. More prop wash. The bigger props should put it right in the motors power band.
Can't wait to fly it again....Looks like some trips to the airfield after work this week will be in order.
10-24-2010, 09:13 PM
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How much time are you getting on the 3 ounce tank?
How much time are you getting on the 3 ounce tank?
10-24-2010, 11:03 PM
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Seems like a real winner. When i put my Saito 125 on mine it needed front end reinforcement to hold all the internals together. Folks often squirt gorilla glue in the cavities and let it foam up. Maybe yours won't need that as you say it runs smooth. The weight sounds right on.
10-25-2010, 01:16 PM
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Looks great, the wings on the Fusion look a lot thinner than the Mojo series of ARFs, how does it float at idle?
Just an outsiders view point, but I think I would move the EI wire, if you pancake it in and flatten the gear you might cut the wire.
Just an outsiders view point, but I think I would move the EI wire, if you pancake it in and flatten the gear you might cut the wire.
10-25-2010, 02:05 PM
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Looks great, the wings on the Fusion look a lot thinner than the Mojo series of ARFs, how does it float at idle?
Just an outsiders view point, but I think I would move the EI wire, if you pancake it in and flatten the gear you might cut the wire.
Looks great, the wings on the Fusion look a lot thinner than the Mojo series of ARFs, how does it float at idle?
Just an outsiders view point, but I think I would move the EI wire, if you pancake it in and flatten the gear you might cut the wire.
10-25-2010, 03:08 PM
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RE: 67
i like those thinner wings i have the mojo 60 also and from the vid i see on OMP that planes looks to do clean imac stuff along with 3d. I suppose the mojo could be best as a 3d trainer.
10-25-2010, 10:24 PM
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RE: 67
Horrible, camera on a tripod and 20mph cross wind...You can get an idea though...It sounds like a pissed off bee
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MK9s-KXHz70[/youtube]
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MK9s-KXHz70[/youtube]
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RE: 67
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lxcoupe, so what are using for the ignition battery? One pack for RX and spark or what?
david
lxcoupe, so what are using for the ignition battery? One pack for RX and spark or what?
david