Hi all,
I have an unused P70 that is looking for a home. A few months ago I had intended buying the JL T45 for it, but given some of the issues with that model, that's not likely to happen in the immediate future. (Let's not start another war on that subject - I may revisit the model later, but for now it's off the table.)
So - what to do with the engine that is gathering dust ? I have an original BVM T33 kit that could use it, but that's a lengthy build so I still need something else in the meantime. I'm also in the early stages of designing a Gloster Meteor for P70 power, but that too is a long way off. The engine needs a home in the meantime, so as to not feel neglected.
I've looked at various "mainstream" manufacturer's sites, and with no disrepect meant to anyone who loves them, the aircraft types I've seen so far don't really appeal. F16, F18, F5, F20, F86, F22, F100, A4, MB 339, Grippen, Mirage, Rafael, MB 339, Mig 15 ... they just don't get me excited for whatever reason. Similarly on the sport side - I have two Bobcats and a Bandit already, don't need any more of the same ilk ; CARF stuff - again, no war intended, but I have some reasons for not wanting to use their stuff. Boomerang's looks don't get me excited.
Given all of the stuff that I've ruled out above, what can you guys suggest ?
Additional selection citeria:
[ul][*] Sport / Scale / Semi-scale all ok[*] Kit / ARF should be available now, and already fairly thoroughly flight tested. [*] P70 should be in the mid to high-end of the power range, not at the low end of it. [*] Don't want to spend much time re-engineering things, so I would like a well defined kit / landing gear / tank / etc combo that works well together.[*] Ideally something that can be finished in less than, say 100 -> 150 hrs - although I enjoy building I just don't have as much free time as I'd like.[*] Must be available for purchase with credit card - I'm through with wire transfers etc.
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Thanks in advance for any suggestions that you can offer to fit my rather picky criteria, and don't be offended if I've ruled out your own particular favorite
Gordon