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Old 10-20-2002 | 02:16 PM
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Stuntpilot
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Default Lanier Kits - Quality

I’m currently building a Lanier, Giles 202, 17.5%. First, thanks to all who have posted in this thread, I’m going to benefit from your experience. I already see that sheeting the aileron stock. As for this kit, I would not recommend it. Bad pictures on the plans. Incorrect order of steps. Steps not clear. Missing wood. I have yet to contact Lanier with my suggestions and gripe about the missing wood which, so far, is 3 sticks of stock balsa. The $5 extra I’ll spend on the balsa is not a real big deal obviously, but the added trips to the store are just a pain when you suddenly discover your short a stick of balsa and you just came back from the store. When I bought the kit I expected to make some modifications and upgrade to fiberglass cowl and pants. However, including all the stock parts and providing clear instructions are a minimum requirement for any kit.