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Old 10-30-2002 | 08:16 PM
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Default Which Edge has the edge?

i am looking for a 1.20/25% edge in arf that will go well with a saito1.80.
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I run the Saito 180 on my DP ultimate. Not satisfied. I know a lot of guys are reporting that it is more than enough power, but I disagree. I would not consider any thing less than an OS 1.60. Prefer a Moki 1.8 or the 2.1 for ultimate experience. The Saito (IMO) will produce great scale power, but cant pull off the 3D. At least not mine.
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Default Which Edge has the edge?

How much does your DP ultimate weigh?
Old 10-30-2002 | 09:29 PM
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several here have stated a 120-140 YS powers it quite well, even unlimited IIRC. the 140 is similar to the 1.80 in listed power..

depends too on your wieght as previously asked....
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I have experience with both moki's and YS and based on this experience I wouldn't favor the installation of my 1.8 into my DP Ultimate. You would sure have power though! However, I think the weight thing would be a disadvantage. In fact, I like the flying characteristics of my DP Ult with my 1.20 better than my YS 1.40. I have my battery pack mounted aft of the former which is located aft of the bottom wing saddle. I think with the 1.2 and the battery in this location my CG is a bit more aft and that's the reason for my preferrence. The power between the two engines is fairly close...I turn a 16x8 @ ~9000 on the 1.2 and 17x8 @~9000 on the 1.4.

I'm not sure you would have enough clearence for the 18x8+ prop required for the moki?

By the way my DP Ultimate has virtual unlimited verticle and it will pull out of a hover, all be it, not with authority. But, remember you have a low low wing loading of about 18oz/sq ft so you can essentially recover from any attitude --- but NOT altitude. LOL

Just a few thoughts based on my experience.

Take care.

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Default Which Edge has the edge?

Originally posted by 0tter
I run the Saito 180 on my DP ultimate. Not satisfied. I know a lot of guys are reporting that it is more than enough power, but I disagree. I would not consider any thing less than an OS 1.60. Prefer a Moki 1.8 or the 2.1 for ultimate experience. The Saito (IMO) will produce great scale power, but cant pull off the 3D. At least not mine.
I'm not a saito fan either. I had one on my H9 edge...it sucked
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Default Which Edge has the edge?

Originally posted by rdrc MadDog
How much does your DP ultimate weigh?
I have a smoke set up (TME) which add a bit, I weigh in dry at about 13.25.
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Default Which Edge has the edge?

Carden and AeroWorks!!!!!
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Default Which Edge has the edge?

Unless you get a H9 Edge, I don't know of another good ARF that size. If you want to go larger, the 31% Aeroworks would be a prime candidate.

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