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Old 03-05-2005 | 09:59 AM
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Default RE: li'l wizard

Just a couple things, balance at the front leadout, that is close enough for basic flight.

1. Norvel has probably twice the power of the Cox Baby Bee the plane was designed for. Also the overall length ( assuming standard norvel tank mount) is longer, resulting in more nose weight. You might want to try and locate a Cox for it. ESTES has them on their website for $5, but you will need an extrernal tank for that model.

2. Line length- with a Cox it's normal to use about 35 feet, if you keep the Norvel on it I'd go to at least '40. new lines can be made from " Spider wire" fishing line. I use "Fusion 10 lb test". It doesn't stretch like the dacron stuff you usually find on the handle for old 1/2 a planes.

3. Use the narrow spacing at the handle for your first flights. Over controlling is the most common mistake, narrow spacing helps prevent that. Hold your wrist locked straight up and down, and raise / lower your entire arm at the shoulder to control the plane.

4. pick a calm or very low wind day for the 1st attempt. Wind is hard for beginners to compensate for.

5. Ask around the local R/C club and find someone who used to / does still fly control line. They would probably be willing to help, and that will give you a big headstart.

Good luck

PS - I have a couple Wizzards and still fly them once in a while, and let people who come by to watch try them. Good planes!