Pros and Cons of Fly Eagle 1/5.5 scale F-16 and 1/5th F-86
02-03-2013, 02:25 PM
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Pros and Cons of Fly Eagle 1/5.5 scale F-16 and 1/5th F-86
I know almost nothing about these kits as far as quality of fit and finish. Scale accuracy. Durability and relibility of the landing gear. And ofcourse how well or poorly do they fly ?
02-04-2013, 02:16 PM
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RE: Pros and Cons of Fly Eagle 1/5.5 scale F-16 and 1/5th F-86
I have quite a bit of time on the FEJ 1/5.5 F-16. They are absolutely one of the best airframes around. Construction is strong and light. Gear had issues early on but now in really good working order. You cannot go wrong with this airframe. I sold my last one about a year ago...needed funds! But have another one inbound on DHL right now...should be here this week.
Hope this helps!
Rex
Hope this helps!
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02-04-2013, 02:45 PM
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RE: Pros and Cons of Fly Eagle 1/5.5 scale F-16 and 1/5th F-86
I do not have the F-16 or the F-86 but I must say the quality of the model fantastic.
I have the 1/9 scale F-15
The gear is really nice.
I have 10 air cylinders 3 retracts and brakes..... I fill the air tanks and it will hold air for 2 days.
However.....
Support from FEJ,,, Fair
There is no way possible that a FEJ rep could assemble this jet with supplied parts. "Much hardware missing."
I do contact James and he always answers with a very short response. VERY SHORT RESPONSE..... Thus no help
All in all the FEJ is a fine model and excellent quality.
I hope this helps you with a bit of confidence on buying Fly Eagle
Hoss
I have the 1/9 scale F-15
The gear is really nice.
I have 10 air cylinders 3 retracts and brakes..... I fill the air tanks and it will hold air for 2 days.
However.....
Support from FEJ,,, Fair
There is no way possible that a FEJ rep could assemble this jet with supplied parts. "Much hardware missing."
I do contact James and he always answers with a very short response. VERY SHORT RESPONSE..... Thus no help
All in all the FEJ is a fine model and excellent quality.
I hope this helps you with a bit of confidence on buying Fly Eagle
Hoss
02-04-2013, 06:31 PM
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RE: Pros and Cons of Fly Eagle 1/5.5 scale F-16 and 1/5th F-86
not going to build one at this time. Im looking at buying a ready or nearly ready to fly one. Who do I contct in the US for support and spare parts etc.? I havnt been able to find out who the US distributor is. I assume that there is one.
02-04-2013, 06:36 PM
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Lowell Wexler or James
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not going to build one at this time. Im looking at buying a ready or nearly ready to fly one. Who do I contct in the US for support and spare parts etc.? I havnt been able to find out who the US distributor is. I assume that there is one.
not going to build one at this time. Im looking at buying a ready or nearly ready to fly one. Who do I contct in the US for support and spare parts etc.? I havnt been able to find out who the US distributor is. I assume that there is one.
02-04-2013, 06:43 PM
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RE: Pros and Cons of Fly Eagle 1/5.5 scale F-16 and 1/5th F-86
Representative of USA
TEL : (301)755-8690
FAX
301 )933-4013
E-mail : [email protected]
[email protected]
Lowell in california...PM him he'll respond purtty quickly
James..not sure but I think east coast somewhere.
I'm sure the FEJ bubbas will answer shortly
TEL : (301)755-8690
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301 )933-4013E-mail : [email protected]
[email protected]
Lowell in california...PM him he'll respond purtty quickly
James..not sure but I think east coast somewhere.
I'm sure the FEJ bubbas will answer shortly
02-04-2013, 07:00 PM
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RE: Pros and Cons of Fly Eagle 1/5.5 scale F-16 and 1/5th F-86
Buck,
James Chen is in MD.
Hard to believe anyone has had issues with customer service with James and Lowell. These guys are over the top great! With James, you might have a language barrier which comes across as "short" but he is an incredible rep. and cares about people.
If you need a builder, I assemble FEJ airframes.
Rex
James Chen is in MD.
Hard to believe anyone has had issues with customer service with James and Lowell. These guys are over the top great! With James, you might have a language barrier which comes across as "short" but he is an incredible rep. and cares about people.
If you need a builder, I assemble FEJ airframes.
Rex
02-04-2013, 07:00 PM
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RE: Pros and Cons of Fly Eagle 1/5.5 scale F-16 and 1/5th F-86
Thanks Buck. good numbers to have when and if I end up buying one. Hows life at SWA ? I guess you are still PHX based ? You holding a line or on reserve ?
02-04-2013, 08:33 PM
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ORIGINAL: turnnburn
not going to build one at this time. Im looking at buying a ready or nearly ready to fly one. Who do I contct in the US for support and spare parts etc.? I havnt been able to find out who the US distributor is. I assume that there is one.
not going to build one at this time. Im looking at buying a ready or nearly ready to fly one. Who do I contct in the US for support and spare parts etc.? I havnt been able to find out who the US distributor is. I assume that there is one.
02-05-2013, 06:09 PM
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RE: Pros and Cons of Fly Eagle 1/5.5 scale F-16 and 1/5th F-86
Thanks guys for all the info for him. I am always available as is James. We work very well together and with Rex out there building everything it's going great!! I have over 300 flights on my F86 and still going strong. They are the best "trainer" scale jet you could ever ask for. I also had the first 1/5.5 F16. We got the box on wednesday, took it to a show on thursday, and maidened it Saturday morning! It flew great as well. I really haven't had a bad flying airframe from them. Again, feel free to contact me any time. As Buck said, I am in San Diego, Ca.
My email is: [email protected]
Lowell
My email is: [email protected]
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