new to 3d
 

looking to get my first 3d plane not sure GLO/ELEC. any sugestions?

RE: new to 3d
 

well persnally I am a big fan of foamies for 3D. Sure they cost a bit to get one... but you can uy multple frames for a back up cheap :) I found a foamie taught me right quicker than anything else.

just my 2 cents.

edit: Something that flies very well is an e-flight sobre. Do it with a park 300 and a 480 pack. My latest fav foamie :)

RE: new to 3d
 

Any 3 lb plane that can lift a 4 lb motor. Just make sure you have plenty of these for backyard practice. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------> http://www.chargerrc.com/

RE: new to 3d
 

The quickest way to 3D is foam....period. The SIMs are getting better, but foam is REAL.


Go to http://www.chargerrc.com

I have flown these kits for almost 2 years now. If you want to learn 3D, this is the way. It will transfer to glow (yuck)...and real 3D gassers too. Just remeber that your Power to weight ratio on foam is far better than on gas or glow.

Good Luck!!

RE: new to 3d
 

I have to agree with everyone here that foam is the quickest way, and when you crash it is definatly cheaper. But I personally like the feel of a balsa plane (no flexing), plus I'm not an electric person. I would much rather have a gas plane than electric. I have a hanger 9 twist that's great for beginning in 3D. I wouldn't get the PNP version though, the servos are slow and I'm not a big fan of evolution engines. The only problem with the twist is that it's not a very smooth flyer. If you want a smooth 3D plane be sure to check out some YAK's.

Also, you didn't mention what size your looking for, or arent' you sure?

Austin

RE: new to 3d
 

A profile with a carbon fiber rod in the fuse. Ther are several, Mojo (my favorite), also Ohio Models makes a variety of kits and arfs. Mojos can be gotten at www.swanyshouse.com

RE: new to 3d
 

i was thinking of getting a flatout [link=http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXJTK1&P=ML]http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXJTK1&P=ML[/link] any comments?

RE: new to 3d
 

Go with foam. The Shockflyer is a trusted favorite. It will do anything you ask of it. Here's the secret to cutting your expenses...Before you put the kit together, trace every part and make your own plans. The planes won't last forever, and who wants to dump another $40-$50 on a brand new kit? You can rebuild from your plans using Blue Cor foam or depron. You can even let friends borrow your plans and have a whole fleet of mimics.
Also, don't go nuts on the hardware. hobbycity.com has tons of low cost options for powering a foamy 3D plane. Check the Motor/ESC/Prop link for $15 combos that work great. Go for the Hextronik 9 gram servos. They're only $3.49 and I haven't broken one yet. Let's see, $15+(4)$3.49=$28.96+ about $5 for shipping. I think you'd be lucky to get the motor for that price from Tower or Hobby Lobby. Also, check out the LiPo selection. They're insanely cheap and they come with great warranties.
Sorry about the Hobbycity plug, but I'm tired of getting ripped off on RC parts by my LHS and most online retailers.

RE: new to 3d
 

I have to agree with everyone so far. The foam electrics are a great way to learn 3D and the Mojo is just as good for learning with glow power so you just have to choose which way you want to go.
In regard to the flatouts, I didn't like the two that I had. Not very strong, a ton of wing flex in flight, very complex assembly for a foam plane, and not really an outdoor plane if there's any wind at all.

RE: new to 3d
 

[sm=thumbup.gif] Good post