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Old 09-17-2009, 11:03 PM
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ddemu
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Default Great Planes F-14

Hi guys.

I'm looking for suggestions/recommendations for e-power systems to convert my 7.5-pound Great Planes F-14.
It currently has a top speed of @115mph with a SuperTigre .75 and a APC 12x6 prop.
I'm at 4800 feet above sea level and I want to limit prop size to 14-inches for ground clearance.

Top speed isn't all that important, but it is fun to fly and a show-stopper when flown at demonstrations
The plane gets "tricky" at slow speeds so equal or a slight increase in power is more acceptable than much of a decrease.

From what research I've done so far (and if I'm understanding it correctly) I need a high Kv (rpm) motor to spin the smaller props that what many warbirds (taildragers) use. I want to get this right as I won't have a great ability to change motors for some time if it's not.

Give me your best suggestions for a good motor and battery set up!
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