Hi

I'm new to rc planes and need help selecting the right one. I've looked at PT-40 by Great Planes and thought it was quite good in the ARF version. I live in Australia where the exchange rate is about half the US dolar so I'm also on a buget.

For the radio I've thought about Hitec and Futaba and for the engne an OS .40. I'm not sure about 4 or 6 chanels or the LA or Fx series of engine.

Also I try to get RCME and Airborne (Australia) magizines as often as possible.

Thanks for the Help

Simon Kennedy

Thanks for the replies.

The Pt-40 sounds, as it's the way to go. I'm also considering getting the thunder tiger pro .46 and a Hitec radio. I downloaded the construction manual and it says you can lock the ailerons in place.

Thanks again

Simon Kennedy

Sound like a good trainer setup.

The TT pro .46 is an outstanding engine... but open it up and inspect for small metal filings. I was given one that had frozen up due to a bit of mold flashing comming free in the intake and "galling" the crank to the case. (3 hours to repair that. I was lucky it could be fixed at all.) Just pull the carb and the backplate.. flush with a little fuel and any loose stuff will come out. (cheaper to waste 2 to 4 oz fuel than ruin the engine) Done prior to running, the gaskets won't be harmed at all.

Point Noted.

Do you think I should get Futaba or Hitec. I think they are fairly similar.

Thanks

Simon Kennedy