ORIGINAL: MadMonkey
My question is!
Since I'm new to gas planes, what are some things I should watch out for and what are some things I really need to know? I know that gas engines are entirely different animals, so I need some info on them. Redundant systems? Failsafes? Oil use? ANY n00b info would be greatly appreciated.
Also, what are the lightest gas engines available? DA, Fuji, Evo? Best 3D power?
Thanks!
Redundant systems: Not really needed, But I'm running 2 reciever batteries on 2 seperate switches to play it safe.
Failsafes: I would recomend a optical kill switch.
Oil use: Break in a new engine with lawnboy ashless 32:1 . After about 2 gals. go to synthetic.
Engines: This is where it can get complicated because it's like Chevy vs Ford vs Dodge vs Toyota
. DA, 3W, Brilleli, are probably your best bet for 3D.(If you want to go with name brand) I currently own the new DL (loads o power) and have had no problems so far. They are slowly making a good name for themselves. They also have a good thread in the gas engine [link=http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/forumid_142/tt.htm]forum[/link]