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Old 04-29-2002 | 06:10 PM
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Default Magic 3d balancing

Set up my magic according to directions with an OS46 FX, standard futaba servos etc. I had to put quite a bit of weight on the tail. (I don't know how much, 'cuz I custom made a weight using lead beads from a scuba weight pack, mixed with epoxy.)

Also put on a steerable tail wheel. And replaced the landing gear.

Balances per instructions. Flies great, although a little out of my league for now, so I turned the throws down a bit and set up dual rates so my friend can fly it the way it was built to fly. Crank those throws up and WOW! This thing moves!

The only odd characteristic, is that it seems twitchy to me. It doesn't like to hold a line. That could just be the nature of this type of plane. (couldn't be me.............)

Love it, though! Lots of places to grow with this one. Takes off easy, lands sloooowwww.