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Old 02-21-2010 | 11:21 PM
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John Redman
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Default RE: Electric Retracts From E-flite

Hi Ed,

Please check and see that we will be offering some 85° sets which are exactly what a P-51 needs.

I had to come up with a foot print that made sense for this size. I felt the Robart air up/spring down system units were probably about the most widely used in this size range so I made them to match. If you have the Robarts, these are a drop in for them.
I truly understand your issues concerning the retracts and struts for the new Mustang and older 150 sized mustang. Straight struts are a cardinal sin but I am not in charge of that. I personally would have never done that.

No company that I know of offers 74° retracts except Century Jet. I will be honest, they do not appear to be any serious competition in the retract field from what you will find on this forum or others.

As for competing with mechanicals, there really aren't any out there that are good over 9 pounds. The Hangar 9 units for their 150 size are about $80 street price for a set and then you need (2) $70.00 retract servos. What would be a solid price for a pair of 60 - 120 sized electric main units in your eyes. I am interested in what you guys think here.

Look for them at a trade show in a state that starts with an "O". You should be happy I believe.

Still can't give you a price yet, but it will be reasonable.

Quality will be what you see. Solid 6061-T6 aluminum. No plastic at all.

These are a follow on to our currently available 10 - 15 sized electric retracts that have been out for over a month. More sizes to follow guys, it will only get better with time.