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Old 05-15-2010 | 01:42 PM
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AndyKunz
 
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Default RE: Build Teaser

Free Bird got it first. It's a Shrike.

I had a Speed 400/.049 kit from just before Bubba sold out to Hobbico that I put together two years ago when I moved to IL. I had it powered by the equivalent of a .10-.15. It was a rocket and lots of fun, but due to problems with my eyes I needed a larger one, so I gave the old one to a friend.

I started by putting the outline of the Speed 400 Shrike (published in Flying Models) into CAD, then scaling it to 35" span and putting a structure within it. This new one has E-Flite electric retracts and a Power 25 Heli motor. Just under 300 sq in. I expect to have a bit of fun with it! I may drop down to a Power 15 if the Power 25 system is too heavy for safe landings.

It's not Classic Pattern, but it's a classic and VERY aerobatic (I'll probably add rudders to it).

Andy