The Rascal
04-11-2005 | 07:14 PM
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The Rascal
The other day I was out at the field watching about 30 planes fly in when i saw this mini aircraft. It was the Sig Rascal. The pilot must have been hitting 80 MPH with this thing. He said he had installed a brushless motor. For a small and less aerodynamic plane i had never seen that. It was so agile too, turned on a dime and was good on landings. Is this a recommended 4 channel plane for slow and fast flying? let me know...
04-12-2005 | 07:20 AM
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RE: The Rascal
The Rascal 40 size flies real well and I've heard the 110 size flies equally if not better. As for the small electric version I would imagine if it is set up right it probably flies good too.
04-12-2005 | 08:10 AM
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I have a Rascal 40 with an OS 46FX in it. I am presently using Byron 10% fuel and a MAS 11x5 prop.
This plane will fly VERY slow if you want it to. The plane is also a "floater". The plane will also fly relatively fast, however, there are other sport planes that will fly faster.
In the glow version, if you turned the throws down, you could use this as a trainer. The plane is stable, yet at the same time you can knife edge it all day long if you want.
The ONLY negative I have found with the plane is the "floating". I have my engine idle as low as I can get it (about 1,900 rpm), yet landing it I will cross on to the field at 2' off the ground and if the wind is less than 5 mph I will still be 6" off the ground 400' down the runway. On low/no wind days I have to kill the engine to land.
If you want to convert the plane to electric power, go to Ezone http://www.ezonemag.com/
and look in the sport flying forum. There are many conversion "how to" there.
This plane will fly VERY slow if you want it to. The plane is also a "floater". The plane will also fly relatively fast, however, there are other sport planes that will fly faster.
In the glow version, if you turned the throws down, you could use this as a trainer. The plane is stable, yet at the same time you can knife edge it all day long if you want.
The ONLY negative I have found with the plane is the "floating". I have my engine idle as low as I can get it (about 1,900 rpm), yet landing it I will cross on to the field at 2' off the ground and if the wind is less than 5 mph I will still be 6" off the ground 400' down the runway. On low/no wind days I have to kill the engine to land.
If you want to convert the plane to electric power, go to Ezone http://www.ezonemag.com/
and look in the sport flying forum. There are many conversion "how to" there.
04-17-2005 | 06:25 PM
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I.too have a Rascal 40 and love it. I put a .56 Saito in mine, with a 12-6 prop, and it goes like stink, has good basic aerobatic ability, and looks cool, too. I had a problem ,the clunk came off the fuel pickup early on, and I stalled and crunched the wing and cabin; it was repairable, but I had to strip the cover. I re-covered it in white 21st Century fabric and painted it. If I can get a few extra bucks, I'm gonna get the 110 size. I am finishing a set of floats for the 40 now, out to be great off the water.
05-08-2005 | 12:20 PM
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Hi all, interesting to read your experiences with the rascal
I have the little electric version (not the lil'rascal) but the next one up. I have nothing but praise for SIG and the quality of their kit, mine flys just great on a geared speed 400 and 7 KAM 1050 cells (10-15 mins no problem). I have to agree about the float, on and on and on. my tactic is to come in steep on tickover and flair at the very last moment (pick a spot and stick to it - or go-around). In light wind, prepare a long shallow final, slightly nose up, using power for height, 3 point landings are order of the day.
I would say it's a great trainer, and superb for "tooling" around if you wan't a relaxed fly
I need a little help though, I need the pattern for the front window (I have a big crack in mine) I have either lost the plan sheet or it's printed on the manual (also missplaced)
anyone care to scan and post the file on here?
I have the little electric version (not the lil'rascal) but the next one up. I have nothing but praise for SIG and the quality of their kit, mine flys just great on a geared speed 400 and 7 KAM 1050 cells (10-15 mins no problem). I have to agree about the float, on and on and on. my tactic is to come in steep on tickover and flair at the very last moment (pick a spot and stick to it - or go-around). In light wind, prepare a long shallow final, slightly nose up, using power for height, 3 point landings are order of the day.
I would say it's a great trainer, and superb for "tooling" around if you wan't a relaxed fly
I need a little help though, I need the pattern for the front window (I have a big crack in mine) I have either lost the plan sheet or it's printed on the manual (also missplaced)
anyone care to scan and post the file on here?
05-08-2005 | 03:51 PM
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RE: The Rascal
Heres one that should work - It's actually from the Lil' Rascal, but same shape. size as needed.
Picture 2: Lil Rascal - REALLY small, amazingly fast and smooth on stock motor/gearing. Wind is no problem.
Picture 3 and 4: 40 size Rascal, Magnum .61 four stroke
Don't have the 110 or the 49" (YET)
Picture 2: Lil Rascal - REALLY small, amazingly fast and smooth on stock motor/gearing. Wind is no problem.
Picture 3 and 4: 40 size Rascal, Magnum .61 four stroke
Don't have the 110 or the 49" (YET)
05-08-2005 | 05:01 PM
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Many thanks, at least I have a starting point for a paper template for a test fit
nice photos, we never get weather like that over here (well only 2-3 days in a year)
nice photos, we never get weather like that over here (well only 2-3 days in a year)
05-08-2005 | 11:47 PM
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Paddy,
You're welcome. I made the template to replace the windshield on the blue one(not mine), hope it works for you. Those pictures were taken in January 2003. The weather here is wonderful(usually) year-round.
I agree - the different scheme really looks good!
khodges,
Actually, I was working on a 12" rascal (pup), but had to go spend some time in the desert, and have found other projects to keep me happy since. I might get around to it again some time this year or early next year. Eventual goal is to get one down to 6", without sacrificing the design significantly.(I love the shape of those wings!) You are about #4 on the list so far that's asked for a pup...
You're welcome. I made the template to replace the windshield on the blue one(not mine), hope it works for you. Those pictures were taken in January 2003. The weather here is wonderful(usually) year-round.
I agree - the different scheme really looks good!
khodges,
Actually, I was working on a 12" rascal (pup), but had to go spend some time in the desert, and have found other projects to keep me happy since. I might get around to it again some time this year or early next year. Eventual goal is to get one down to 6", without sacrificing the design significantly.(I love the shape of those wings!) You are about #4 on the list so far that's asked for a pup...
07-02-2007 | 09:19 AM
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Does anyone have a Rascal 40 windshield template? Sig wants $4.99 for the replacement windshield, plus shipping charges, and an additional $8.99 handling charge. Why couldn't they just slip the thing into an envelope and mail it? Forget them! I need to make my own, so, if you have a template to share, I would be most appreciative.
09-01-2007 | 01:24 AM
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ORIGINAL: d-dog
Does anyone have a Rascal 40 windshield template? Sig wants $4.99 for the replacement windshield, plus shipping charges, and an additional $8.99 handling charge. Why couldn't they just slip the thing into an envelope and mail it? Forget them! I need to make my own, so, if you have a template to share, I would be most appreciative.
Does anyone have a Rascal 40 windshield template? Sig wants $4.99 for the replacement windshield, plus shipping charges, and an additional $8.99 handling charge. Why couldn't they just slip the thing into an envelope and mail it? Forget them! I need to make my own, so, if you have a template to share, I would be most appreciative.
Here ya go DD.
Might have to play around with print settings to get it to the right size, and be sure to cut outside the line and trim as needed!
(I just started re-covering my .40! talk about timing! )
09-01-2007 | 02:32 PM
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By the way if you get the 110 version put a Saito 1.80 in it, thats what our club president did, you can hover, knife edge loop. tumble snap roll its sooooooo much fun
Stick 40
Stick 40
09-01-2007 | 06:55 PM
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I have always had an apreciation for the looks of this plane. It has classic lines yet timeless. I still need to add one to my hanger... So many planes so little money[:@]
09-22-2007 | 07:38 AM
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I have had a Rascal C Arf for about 3 years. (that's how long I have been flying). I love it, have crunched it an uncountable number of times and it keeps coming back. It is a floater, but what could be better for a new and learning flyer. I can float it in and land it like a snake in the grass. Now I ordered a Rascal 40, and am in a quandary about what engine to use. The best is probably the OS FS-56a, but $250 is steep. What do you folks think about an OS FS-40 in it? If I end up on the cheap, I might get another OS LA 40 leftover. I have 2 and they are great. I want to retain the floater character, as I have other speedier planes (4 Star 40). Let's hear some ideas on OS engines for this model.[8D]
09-22-2007 | 09:47 AM
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ORIGINAL: Campy
I have a Rascal 40 with an OS 46FX in it. I am presently using Byron 10% fuel and a MAS 11x5 prop.
This plane will fly VERY slow if you want it to. The plane is also a "floater". The plane will also fly relatively fast, however, there are other sport planes that will fly faster.
In the glow version, if you turned the throws down, you could use this as a trainer. The plane is stable, yet at the same time you can knife edge it all day long if you want.
The ONLY negative I have found with the plane is the "floating". I have my engine idle as low as I can get it (about 1,900 rpm), yet landing it I will cross on to the field at 2' off the ground and if the wind is less than 5 mph I will still be 6" off the ground 400' down the runway. On low/no wind days I have to kill the engine to land.
If you want to convert the plane to electric power, go to Ezone http://www.ezonemag.com/
and look in the sport flying forum. There are many conversion "how to" there.
I have a Rascal 40 with an OS 46FX in it. I am presently using Byron 10% fuel and a MAS 11x5 prop.
This plane will fly VERY slow if you want it to. The plane is also a "floater". The plane will also fly relatively fast, however, there are other sport planes that will fly faster.
In the glow version, if you turned the throws down, you could use this as a trainer. The plane is stable, yet at the same time you can knife edge it all day long if you want.
The ONLY negative I have found with the plane is the "floating". I have my engine idle as low as I can get it (about 1,900 rpm), yet landing it I will cross on to the field at 2' off the ground and if the wind is less than 5 mph I will still be 6" off the ground 400' down the runway. On low/no wind days I have to kill the engine to land.
If you want to convert the plane to electric power, go to Ezone http://www.ezonemag.com/
and look in the sport flying forum. There are many conversion "how to" there.
09-23-2007 | 01:56 PM
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ORIGINAL: OzMo
SLIP it in??
ORIGINAL: Campy
I have a Rascal 40 with an OS 46FX in it. I am presently using Byron 10% fuel and a MAS 11x5 prop.
This plane will fly VERY slow if you want it to. The plane is also a "floater". The plane will also fly relatively fast, however, there are other sport planes that will fly faster.
In the glow version, if you turned the throws down, you could use this as a trainer. The plane is stable, yet at the same time you can knife edge it all day long if you want.
The ONLY negative I have found with the plane is the "floating". I have my engine idle as low as I can get it (about 1,900 rpm), yet landing it I will cross on to the field at 2' off the ground and if the wind is less than 5 mph I will still be 6" off the ground 400' down the runway. On low/no wind days I have to kill the engine to land.
If you want to convert the plane to electric power, go to Ezone http://www.ezonemag.com/
and look in the sport flying forum. There are many conversion "how to" there.
I have a Rascal 40 with an OS 46FX in it. I am presently using Byron 10% fuel and a MAS 11x5 prop.
This plane will fly VERY slow if you want it to. The plane is also a "floater". The plane will also fly relatively fast, however, there are other sport planes that will fly faster.
In the glow version, if you turned the throws down, you could use this as a trainer. The plane is stable, yet at the same time you can knife edge it all day long if you want.
The ONLY negative I have found with the plane is the "floating". I have my engine idle as low as I can get it (about 1,900 rpm), yet landing it I will cross on to the field at 2' off the ground and if the wind is less than 5 mph I will still be 6" off the ground 400' down the runway. On low/no wind days I have to kill the engine to land.
If you want to convert the plane to electric power, go to Ezone http://www.ezonemag.com/
and look in the sport flying forum. There are many conversion "how to" there.
), but I thought slipping was done primarily to loose height or in a crosswind situation. In any case, I know I am not experienced enough to do a side slip at 2' off the ground on final/landing.
09-23-2007 | 02:00 PM
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ORIGINAL: Mosey
I wonder if anyone would comment on the 4 stroke possibilities for this plane>?
I wonder if anyone would comment on the 4 stroke possibilities for this plane>?
09-27-2007 | 11:14 AM
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RE: The Rascal
For the past 3 years, I've been flying my Rascal 40 powered by a 1988 OS FS48 Surpass with a 12-6 Master Airscrew Classic prop and a Max Products on-board glow driver. The plane has plenty of power and flies beautifully. In fact, at our club fly-in several weeks ago, we had a glide-to-land event in which we were given 21 seconds to climb as high as possible, kill the engine, and sustain the maximum glide before landing. My Rascal climbed nearly out of sight in the 21 seconds and sustained its glide for 3 minutes 12 second, nearly half minute longer than the nearest competitor.
09-27-2007 | 12:36 PM
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RE: The Rascal
Whats the flight time on the lil rascals? How many channels do they have? Are they ARF's or RTFs? They look really neat!
Oh could any of you add a link of where to find them.
Electrolight
Oh could any of you add a link of where to find them.
Electrolight
09-27-2007 | 02:43 PM
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ORIGINAL: Campy
A 56 4 stroke is recommended and should provide as much power as a 2 stroke 40. If you want to "hot rod" it go with a 61 - 65 size 4 stroke.
ORIGINAL: Mosey
I wonder if anyone would comment on the 4 stroke possibilities for this plane>?
I wonder if anyone would comment on the 4 stroke possibilities for this plane>?
. You wouldn't even need a bigger tank, I could fly over 30 minutes with the stock tank and the .56.
