ORIGINAL: mwoodman
I read this post with a great deal of interest, as I have just purchased the Alpha 40 RTF, and am preparing for my initiation into this exciting new hobby. I do have a couple of questions tho:
1. Should the plane always be flown with the supplied 3 blade prop (10.5 x 4), or once competent, is there an off the shelf prop that will "enhance" the performance?
2. The only plug listed as compatible is the Hangar 9 2-cycle super plug, and the information on that plug seems to be sparse. Can anyone recommend a different plug to run with it?
Thanks in advance for the help
The included prop is great when you are getting started.
It's designed to make the plane easy to handle, since the oblique pitch slows the plane down when you need it. It also prevents the newbie from overspeeding the plane as well.
As indicated later after you've soloed and certified, it's advisable to change out the prop for an 11x6 for better performance.
Any mid range 2 stroke, glow plug will do fine. I'd suggest the inexpensive Tower Hobbies plugs, etc.
If you were to mount that engine inverted into another plane it may then be advisable to switch to a "long" plug, much like those used in 4 stroke engines.