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Old 06-12-2016, 03:25 PM
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Default my new Classic Lightning

After i sold my Natrix i need a new Jet very quick.
The Classic Lightning was in stock and so i decided
to build me a new one. My decision was to keep it
light and simple .....







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Old 06-12-2016, 03:27 PM
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Old 06-13-2016, 03:40 AM
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Very clean - very nice
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The used gear is from a Tomahawk Viper 2,5 and it is 612gr. lighter than the original CARF gear.
The thrust tube is from IQ Hammer and it saves another 187gr. With the changes on the Duct
i saved over 1kg weight.
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Yesterday i was able to maiden my new Classic Lightning ....



with only 15,28kg dry she flies like a dream ...
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Old 07-29-2016, 05:06 PM
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Originally Posted by Eagle Driver
Yesterday i was able to maiden my new Classic Lightning ....



with only 15,28kg dry she flies like a dream ...
Who is your source for digital volt displays?
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