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Old 10-06-2005 | 08:41 AM
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duanes
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Default RE: The new Lanier Edge 87"

The aileron size was included in the wing measurements. It appears slightly on the large side as the aileron is nearly half the wing chord at the tip. If I use a flexible tape measure to wrap around the wings, then I think there would be atleast an extra inch or two on the chord measurements.

The fiberglass parts are really nice looking and there is a thick reinforcement pad molded into the wheel pants at the axle point. George commented that it was one of the strongest that he had seen. I like the colors of the extra better than the edge. The covering is in really good condition except fot one wrinkled area on each wing at about the center point of the aileron attachments ( on top). The canopy has a nice smoke tint and is consistent in color.

The engine box is rather nicely constructed and is already pinned. Unlike the Hangar9 Extra 260, the fuse is made of balsa and ply spars and does not have the sheeted foam at the rear.

The wings are indeed setup for dual ailerons. I would say that you could get away with single servos, but I'm going to stick with the dual. Personally, I have a G62 that needs a home. Using JR equipment, TF 24x8 power point prop and dual 4000mah Lion battery, and 8oz of glue, It looks like I'll be several oz under 17lbs. I over estimated the glue to make up for servo extensions, regulator, switches, etc. So this should be pretty close.

I'll be starting construction shortly and will get some pics posted.