Please Help Want to try IMAC
dntmn,
I will try to answer all of the questions you have.
Question:Are you limited to Laser, Extra, and EDGE for IMAC?(that is all I see people beyond basic flying)
A: You can use any plane in basic even a trainer.
Q: I like the edge because of its advertised slow speed and landing characteristics, but I have been told though this is a great 3D plane an Extra is better for IMAC. Can you explain?
A: for basic it will not make a difference. The difference at the basic level is not noticeable.
Q:What is the difference between an Extra 300 and an Extra 330, 330L?
A: I don't know
Q: How much effect does running a 2 stroke with the tank forward of the CG effect flying characteristics as the tank gets low keeping IMAC in mind?
A: As in the statement above, In basic class you will not notice the difference.
Q: On a 2 stroke you balance with an empty tank, then put 8 to 24 oz of fuel forward of the CG, on a gasser the fuel tank is on the CG how does this effect balance and flying characteristics?
A: The flying characteristics of the plane will change as the fuel is consumed. I have found that I notice the difference and it changes the trim on my plan and how it handles inverted flight.
Q: Can you place a 2 stroke OS 160 in, lets say a Creek Hobbies Extra, with a pump and place the tank over the CG? What type of pump would you use? Would you recommend this?
A: You can do this with a Perry Pump. It is an oscillating pump that uses the vibration of the engine to drive the fuel
Q: What engine would you suggest in The Creek Hobbies line of models my next IMAC plane and why?
A: I don't know line this is.
Q: What servo setup(overkill is ok) would you suggest in the Creek Planes?
A: I would recommend any 70oz servo.
Q: Describe the perfect setup on Creek Models line of planes ie…tank, horns, servos, locations, engine, mount…etc…
A: I don't know
Q: I have a H9 Pizzaz on order for the sole purpose of learning 3D. If I fly sportsman with one of your 120 aerobats can I switch to the Pizzaz when freestyle comes around or does the requirements for freestyle coincide with IMAC pattern requirements?
A: I don't know
Q:My GP Extra is ready for its maiden flight, how would you suggest I approach plane setup to ready it for IMAC Basic?
A: Get the plane to fly straight. That is the most important thing.