Just curious what engine you all are running in the GP Wagstaff? I haven't ordered an engine yet, but definitely want gas. Any recomendations?

I am considering the BME 50 (good choice?). I'd like to get something that has muffler and ignition for around $500-550.

Thanks!

check out the (wagstaff extra 300) thread further down the page, All your answers to all your questions should be there.

DA has just released the DA50!! Yeah..........

Go read this novel for engine suggestions:

http://www.rcuniverse.com/showthread...=&pagenumber=1

I am using a Fox 3.2 myself...just waiting on the engine standoffs..

I have a bme 50 in mine with a mejlik 22-10 prop, it is an ideal set up with all the vertical I need. I toyed around with engine choices and decided on the bme due to advice from this site. beleive me you will be more than impressed with the 50 in the extra.

I have a friend that has the same plane and his choice was a BME 50......It's a great machine with that combo......

Deadsticker

Is the release official. Are they shipping yet or what? Fill us in.
Been waiting on one seems like forever.

From what the little birdy told me They are due to ship out starting somewhere around Nov 28th. But don't take my word for it!!:thumbup:

OK Thanks for the heads-up. Looks like i'll give them a call tommorow and turn up the heat a little. Maybe we can get something going.

Has anyone flown this plane?
How does it fly?

Several people on the thread mentioned above are flying it and reporting that it fly's great. Just got the engine for mine today so should have it in the air next week.

I have put an F.P.E. 3.2 in mine. It needed exactly 1" of shimming and fits good otherwise. I'm planing on having to put the battery and rx in rear but still working on it. Taking my time cause its cooold in Ohio anyway (:

I'm using a Brison 3.2 on mine. I fly at a field that is approximatly 6000'. I am using a 22x8 zinger. performance is awsome. I expect I am going to go to a carbon fiber 22x10 when it comes in,and expect to have better results.

Unlimited vertical with a Taurus 2.6 -- Zinger Pro 22/8--about to try a PK 22/8 (just can't leave well enough alone)

How do you think it will work with a Brison 2.4?
I may try to use Zinger Pros but the regular Zingers give poor performance.

I agree--I quit using regular Zingers a long time ago on performance planes--Got one on my Sopwith Pup, they are OK for sport use. The Power numbers on the Brison are similar--I would think it would work fine--of course nothing would be as good as my Taurus

Thanks,
I am ready to give up my APC since I can't find a 22x8. I don't think the APC 20x8 will supply enough load to keep the RPM down to around 7200 rpm and keep the thrust up to around 25lbs. I figure that with a 16lb plane, I will need about 25 lbs of thrust minimum.

What do you think of a BME 44 on the Wagstaff?

i HAD A bme 44 ON AN aw 29% eDGE--wAS ok BUT i THINK i SHOULD HAVE TRIED DIFFERENT PROPS--aT THE TIME i HAD A fUCHS 20/10 CF--iF i HAD IT TO DO OVER, A 22/8 WOULD BE THE FIRST CHOICE--(sorry for the caps lock--too lazy to re-type)

Geistware I think I read somewhere that APC stopped making props over 16 inches. The only way you can get larger is if a company has left overs.

APC did quit making large props for a while but i believe,because of popular demand, decided to bring some back. You might check out there website or check at your LHS. But i recently saw a 22x10 in the LHS here and i beleive that you can still get the 22x8 and 22x10 also.

Tower has a 20x8, 20x12, 26x8, 26x10 listed under apc. I didn't see a 22x10 or else I would try it!!

goto www.apcprop.com and look under IMAC AEROBATIC.

I will finish installing all the servos tonight (8 total) and will be making the final installation on the engine tomorrow. Since I will be gone this weekend, I want to get everything done except radio installation and balancing by Friday. For propellers, I purchased several Airwild 22x8 propellers. I will probably try my old Zinger to make sure I have the engine running ok then switch to the NX propeller.

Man that sucks...it says on their website that they are going to discontinue the 21 and larger diameter props!! Something about a failure at the hub....safety first, so I guess I won't be using these!!