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Old 06-30-2008 | 09:19 AM
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Default RE: Composite-ARF Integral, kinda build thread

Hi again,

Just to let you know my model came at 4.525gr with everything on except wheel pants. I am using the Hyde ARIA mount which is a bit heavy. If I used separate nose ring I could be below 4.500gr. The model gained also weight from the extra carbon cloth I put on the firewall, plus the modifiations made in the ail srurfaces (ply boxes) for being able to install short servo arms. My wing incidences seem ok, they have about 0.125 degrees difference. The stabs are 0.25 degrees negative to the wings.

Now back to my original question, props for YS 160 and 170DZ.

Please provide your feedback about this plane with APC 17x12, 18.1x10, 18.1x10W and 18.1x11. I run CP 30% Heli mix, I will start with 17x12 but I am curious about your tests with the 18.1 range props. I will use more diameter in calm and cooler days, for other circumstances such as windy days and hot weather I believe the 17x12 will do.

Please provide expected RPMs if possible with both engines.

Thanks in advance,
Nikos