ORIGINAL: gaRCfield
I wish i could say the same, but it will get there. I think the 135 degree inversion is challenging me, less forgiving to low end richness maybe?
I've ran .46-AX completely inverted on a GP Venus-40 and had no trouble at all so I don't see why the .55 would be any different. I know why Phoenix and Seagull do the engine at that angle but I really prefer them upright, inverted or at 90 degrees.
ORIGINAL RCKen
I didn't have any problems with it, but I will say that I wasn't 100% sold on the bolt on tail feathers. If it wasn't a review I would have done as you did and epoxy it in place. I can also say that the 55 AX is too much engine for this plane. But they sent it to me for the review, so that's what I used. Otherwise it'a a definite keeper. It's a really great flying plane. I only got two quick flights on Sunday with it before I turned it over the guy that did my flying for the review (I was running a video camera and taking still shots of it). I'm looking forward to flying it this weekend and really seeing what it can do.
I know this is a little off topic for this thread and I don't want to spoil the details coming up in the review but what do you think about their claim as it being an ideal second plane?
After spending a little time with it, I'm personally not so sure. I don't like the idea of the dual aileron servos since that means you can't just yank all the gear directly from most trainers; you are forced to buy an additional servo and a Y-harness. Then there are the flaps. They are fun but I think they might be a little too tempting for a new pilot and just create unnecessary complexity and a need for two more servos, another Y-harness and possibly a more advanced radio. The cowl looks good and is needed to have a sport-scale plane but for someone still dealing with learning engine tuning, it could just be a hassle. Same goes for the wheel pants, a newer pilot could tear them up pretty easily. In fact, I've even managed to scuff one of mine pretty good on the edge of the runway. Then when it comes to flight, the plane is pretty fast and relatively maneuverable. I was surprised by how quickly it rolls on high rates.
Don't get e wrong, I love the airplane but I just don't know if it the best choice for a #2. I suppose there could be worse choices though. I really wish GP would make a Rapture ARF. The kit version is a great #2 and makes a great little simple sport flyer as well.
Now back to OS engines... I have a brand new .81FS-a sitting on the shelf that needs a home and I can't decide what to put it in. It's driving me nuts.