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Old 04-01-2004 | 04:56 AM
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jmkington
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Default Building first plane

In reading a ton of reviews i've come to realize you guys are the most knowledgeable around and would love some suggestions and input. So its been a few years (more like 6-7) since I have been flying, but wanted to get back into it and start by building one. So far i've ordered the 1/5 sig Piper cub because of its large wing span. Figure this will work as a trainer for a little yet allow from some advanced flight. Also got the great planes G-2 training software to refresh my skills. However, I was wondering about a TX for the J-3 cub. Been reading reviews for some time on the JR 6102 and 662 as well as the Futaba 7C. Any suggestions for a Tx would be appreciated. Additionally, any recommendations for a motor. I have a ton of older (6-7 year old) OS, satabria, and super tiger engines from 40s to 1.0...should I use one of these or go with a newer engine. Have engines changed much in the last 5 years. I would love to find engine to put in the cub which is horizontally opposed...........think it would be a great look in the plance. Last question is digital servos over analog. What are the advantages or disadvantages of each? Any other suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!