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Old 12-16-2004 | 02:50 PM
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mr_lucky
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Default Engine for Classic Flite Streak?

I recenty found an old Flite Streak Kit (mid 1970's vintage) up in the rafters of my garage, and decided to build it up as an introduction to control line modeling for my son (I have not built or flown a CL plane in over 26 years!) Now I am faced with a decision as to what engine to mount on it. I have two to choose from. I have an old (1970's) Fox 35 Stunt and a brand new OS 46 LA-S. The Fox is in good condition, and I believe it only has a few flights on it. My quandary is I never really liked that motor even as a kid, and would rather not use it. At the same time, I am also concerned that the 46 LA, as weak as it may be for a 46, is too much engine for the Flite Streak. Can I slow it down enough to stunt? At full power will the wing loading be too much? Should I forget about the 46 and make due with the Fox? Any advice would be appreciated!