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Old 10-08-2005, 12:10 PM
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dabigkahuna
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Default RE: Z P-38 wood or glass

Thanksfor the reply Mike,
This is a lot of airplane(s) to deal with. The Lazer lizard cut my kit for me (Texas) did a great job.
I spoke some years ago (while building Art Johnson's 95" p-38L) with Clarence Lee (k&b & engine expert) who actually has logged a bit of time in the type A/C! He said that the sink rate is noticeable on turns. And the engines tend to cancel each other. But with an engine flame-out!! whoa baby..
I'm not going change the design on Zp38 , it's proven. But it's good to know about the cross-controlling, this will help. I am going to go with fibreglass booms. the last time it took me 3 weeks just to frame up & sheet the booms!
May I ask what size and pitch props you are running with the g 45's? and anything to pay attention while building? Any quirks or tricks?
Any help is greatly appreciated.
Cheers, Kala DBK