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Old 08-06-2002 | 03:29 AM
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Scott H.
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Default just wrote a review on this one

Hi EdMan,

I just wrote a review in the "user reviews" section.
It's pretty hot for a park flyer. More like a small glow powered "stick" type. I'd fly my UFO for aerobatics in a park.

It's an absolute blast to fly! If you want to get real tight tumbles you will need to support the control rods about 1/2 way back on the fuse. With an 8 cell pack it will pull through a real strong wind, even near the end of the charge. I used the 20A zagi controller because it was cheap and very linear. It also has a BEC that works great. I used the Hitec 555 because I wanted dual conversion and couldn't find the FMA Extreme.
The Cirus C10 servos are working great. There is more flex in the control rods than lack of servo strength.

If I were to start over, I'd get the 1,100 mA sub C cells. Run 8 cells for 10+ minutes. Then maybe a real light 9 cell pack for short "hang on the prop" fun stuff. I'd also add a 4th aileron servo (and possible upgrade to Cirus C21's or equivalent), and try to make up the difference with a lighter receiver.

The foam part of this thing is really tough. The wood part isn't so tough. But a little epoxy and it's exceptionally tough!

At the hinge edge of the control surfaces I'd cut a 45* angle for more deflection, and add the wire supports. Also a piece of scotch tape across the top and bottom of the elevator to hold it straight.

Right out of the box it is total fun! It's not really a slow relaxing flyer though.

Happy Flying!

Scott H.