ORIGINAL: bodypilot
I'm currently flying a Nexstar. I'm just recently solo, so I'm in no real hurry to do this. But I was looking into ideas for my next step in this great hobby. And at a moderate price.
First off, I know i'm going to want a 6 channel reciever. I was looking at this one. For some reason I like Futaba. Even though I've never used anything other than my Skysport.
Programmable, and under 200.00!
http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...I=LXCZR6**&P=0
Then for the plane. I'm considering the 4 star 40 of course, and the Super Sportster 40. Both of them are priced the same for the ARF. The Super Sportster though has more of the realilistic look that I like. Any comments or comparisons on these choices? How do they compare to each other? Would one or the other make a better second plane?
And then I'm going to need an engine. I was thinking of taking my O.S. .46 FX out of my nexstar, and using it in my new plane. From what I've heard, this engine will work great in a more sportier plane. And then I was going to buy the O.S. .46 LA to put in my Nexstar. This should be an ok arrangement. Correct?
All this should cost me about 400ish. Can u guys think of anything else I'm going to need for the ARF?
I suggest flying the wings off of the NexStar. When you can no longer learn anything from the trainer, THEN is the time for a second plane. That way all you have to learn is what the differences are in the new plane.
Surprising as it may sound, MOST trainers are quite capeable of performing basic aerobatics - Hammerhead stalls, loops, rolls, inverted flight (do this one AT LEAST 3 mistakes high ).
The 4* is an excellent 2nd plane as well as the Tiger II and World Models Rambler.
For the engine, I would suggest instead of the 46 LA, getting a TT pro 46. The cost difference is minimal, but the power difference is VERY noticeable.
For a radio, I like the 6XAS over the 6EXA. You may also want to look at some of the HiTec radios. They are compatible with Futaba and less money.