I just ordered a Texas Hurricane and I have several questions. I am planning to use the Fuji BT-50SB 46.5cc engine and would love to use the on-board starter from Fuji as well. So my questions are:

- The "shipping" weight of the starter is quoted as 2.5#. The listed engine weight is 4.2# with muffler. Is this and the engine going to be too heavy for this plane?
- Has anyone here used the on-board starter and if so how well does it function?
- What do you all recommend using for pushrods on this size aircraft?
- What servos would you recommend using?

And finally, any additional tips, tricks or concerns that I need to keep in mind as I make my way from .60 size aircraft up to Gas.

Thanks in advance for your input.

Steven

Suggest you do a search on this subject on RCU..thread are several threads on this plane..My honest opinon on your engine and starter is that you'll be too heavy with engine and on board starter....These planes are coming in at 13-14 Ibs.....Mine has a FPE 2.4,with upgrade,swinging a 20-8 prop....flys great....not into 3-D stuff,so am a happy camper with this set-up....good luck

TEXAS HURRICANE.
I am currently flying the HURRICANE with a TAURUS T-52 motor weight is around 16 lbs all up. Including a DON HARRIS smoke system. No on board starter! All hardware supplied with the kit was used. No problems so far. HITEC digital (HS-645mg) servos used all around except for the throttle. No flutter or no other related problems. On the 7th flight my firewall came loose, repaired that. Reinforce that firewall, don't wait! I'am lucky I didn't loose the plane!! Plane will hover at just above 1/4 throttle. will do anything at 1/2 throttle. lands at sloooow speed something like a trainer maybe even slower!! Airplane tracks like it's on rails. Handles any speed very well. Your going to love this airplane. IMHO the best choice for your first gasser. As for your motor choice I don't think It's going to be to heavy, it will be just fine. good cc choice, love the 50cc size planes. My balance is right on the wing tube did not add any extra weight for balancing. You will probably find that this airplane is easier to fly than your 60 size, Because of It's size. Remember throttle management!! This plane will fly at 1/4 throttle So take it easy until your comfortable with the plane. They ring it out (lol) Also you'll find that the more you fly this plane the more you'll like it. IT has been a real addiction enhancer, switching to gas! I fear that this is just the begining (lol). GOOD LUCK! I hope this will help you in your set up.
AJT ;^)

Steven, you picked a great plane to move to gas with. I own several gas from 25-40% and the Hurricane gets the most use. I agree with Bananas, forget the electric start, and keep it light. I think a Zinger pro 20/8 or 20/10 should be a good start. I used most of the stock hardware except the wheels and tail wheel assembly, they suck. mount the tank under the wing tube, make sure all your servo and switch wires are twisted to avoid RFI and use the CG and throws in the instructions for your first flights. For servos the torque listed in the instructions is good for even 3-D work, I used Hitec HS625's for the ailerons, HS5925's for the elevator {you need to reverse one and the programmable digitals from Hitec make this easy}, and a HS5945 for the rudder. With a Brison 3.2, Bisson muffler, and Power Flight lithium batteries my plane came in at 14 pounds 12 ounces. Your gonna love it