My first Rascal 40 had a TT Pro 46 motor, and was the best plane I had ever owned.
That plane looked great, handled great, flew great, and in every way, was a great plane.
The kit was flawless in every respect, and was a joy to assemble.
The TT Pro 46 performed beautifully, and was an excellent choice for the Rascal.
Combined with a simple 4 channel radio system, and the most basic ancillary equipment, this set-up was both reasonably inexpensive, and more than satisfying in all regards.
In fact, rite up to the moment of impact, that plane was one of the most wonderful toys I have ever owned.
Now... the gory details.
First , that engine was a real challenge to install, and took an inordinate amount of time to fit properly.
It was a real Chinese jigsaw puzzle to shoehorn that baby into such a confined space, but eventually I did it, and the end results were perfect.
The instructions provided were quite clear, and the kit was designed specifically for that set-up, however, it was a tight fit.
Once installed, the engine performed beautifully, and provided more than enough power to make the Rascal scream.
At all throttle settings, that little motor ran great, and would allow the plane to fly brilliantly at any speed, from a dead crawl, to scary fast.
On takeoff, the Rascal would leap into the air in a few feet, reach altitude in an instant, and allow itself to be put into any attitude I chose, without fail, or complaint.
Then... disaster.
Without going into a lengthy description, I lost the plane.
However, I must say that even the crash was spectacular, and thrilling, to both myself, and the innocent bystanders.
The plane was replaced with an identical example, and although the original motor was undamaged, I chose to install a Saito 56GK power plant on this version, and the results have been astonishing.
More of everything... and then some.
The tork from the Saito motor allows this little gem of an aircraft to do things I didn't think were possible.
Can you say hover?
Then there is that 4 stroke sound.
Ahh... music to my ears.
I have also added a few little extra items for more amusement.
A Futaba 6 Channel computer transmitter, a Nelson inteligent glow driver, a Tru Turn spinner, a Bolly 3 blade prop, and a few other interesting accessories.
I hope you enjoy yours as much as I am enjoying mine.
Mike
