ORIGINAL: ICE_MAN
I know the title say "second thoughts" But I could be up to 20 or so now
Any ways.. I bought A U-CAN-DO .46 with a saito .91 in it, as my second plane. I was told I could probably handle it with a few instructor flights but every time I look At that thing it's like a beast. I recently soloed and am by no mean ready for it yet. But My thoughts are... I'm gonna crash that sucker quicker then my intructor can say BOO. So I was thumbing through the newest fly r/c last night and saw the awesome review about the Seagull models space walker 2! I've Heard alot about the spacewalker and how some use it as a second plane. However i've heard nuthing of the seagull brand one. So what do you guys think WHEN I'M READY do you think I should go for the U-CAN-DO or the spacewalker.
BTW I have a Futaba 6EXA radio, Super Tigre .51, And S3004 servo's to gp into my second one. So now all i need is to decide what plane I should go with and some more trainer Exp.
Cody
I would put off the U-Can-Do until your 3rd (or 4th ) plane. The U-Can-Do is a nice plane.
There is one weak area on the plane I am aware of. The firewall is glued (not epoxied) to the fuselage sides AND there is no reenforcement. Especially since the plane is over powered, I STRONGLY suggest adding some triangle stock (basswood or spruce ) to the firewall, and epoxy it in place. Make sure you rebalance the plane afterwards. I would also suggest moving the CG forward and reducing the throws for the first few flights so you can get used to the plane.
For a second plane I can personally recommend any of the following:
SIG 4* 40
World Models Rambler 30 or the 45 if you want retracts. (The Ramblers are floaters )
Thunder Tiger II
These are all EXCELLENT 2nd planes that will be able to use your Super Tiger 51 and the 3004 servos. They will let you do all the basic aerobatics (and some beyond the basic ones ) while still retaining reasonably slow landing speeds.
As for the SpaceWalker 2, I am not personally familiar with the plane, however Seagull has a decent reputation - the reviews I have read on the plane have indicated the plane is well built and has no bad habits. Whether or not it would work as a second plane, I don't know. Perhaps someone who has first hand experience with that plane can tell you.
Remember, as with ANY plane, a lot depends on YOUR INDIVIDUAL flying skills.