ORIGINAL: SharpProp
I really like this model and I have found some plans online. My only other experience in building is a small at-6 Texan which is still in the works. I was wondering if anyone has experience with this size of a monocoupe. I'm pretty confident that I could build it but just not sure if their are some little surprises in there that may require more experience. Also does anybody have a four stroke engine recommendation for this size plane ( 53' wingspan is all I know about the specs of it). Thanks
I built a 55" span Monocoupe 90 from plans.
http://www.vintagercplans.com/order5.htm (they also offer an ABS cowl and wheel pants). The plans called for a 35 2 stroke engine. For a 4 stroke I suggest something in the "30" size for plenty of power. (you would probably find a 26 is more than enough if you keep the plane lite.
I did mine up as an electric using a TowerPro 3520 motor, 60 amp ESC and a 4S lipo with BlueBird BMS 380 MG servos (
http://www.bphobbies.com/). Do not get the nylon gear servos - the gears strip easily.
I get very good performance from this setup - fast speed (when I want it) and plenty of power to loop from level flight and other aerobatics.
Hope this helps.