I have a G38.....list some planes that this engine will work good on. Thanks Capt,n

ziroli mid size p47.- probably most any mid size warbird 70-80 inch that had a radial engine. planes like cubs etc that are bigger maybe up to 18-20 lb would be good too. of course that dpends on your definition of good, and how much you want to spend. to me the g38 would be good where the plane would need nose weight (compared to a glow engine) and good, reliable power.

probably not good for serious aerobatics.

ed

84" version of the Lazy Ace Bipe,Sig 1/3 Spacewalker.

Kevin: Thank you for the ideas. That 1/3 spacewalker sounds nice. Won,t be able to get up there this weelend. Too many things planned already, along with some work that has to be done. Keep the Ideas coming guys....Thanks again Capt,n

Yes I consider the big Sig Spacewalker one of the better bargains available in giant kits.This is a contest scale version of a personal light plane which isnt particularly aerobatic and neither is the model.If 3D and unlimited anything is your desire this is not the model for you,IMO.No amount of overpowering is going to overcome the natural flight tendencies of the huge constant chord ironing board of a wing.
Mine is powered by the electronic ignition version of the Quadra 400,which is 38cc displacement,and its a perfect match,which allows all normal aerobatics and then some,but also allows beautiful slow flight and landings to write home about........

Will it loop , roll and fly inverted??? Thanks John

Mine will with ease.......also do outside maneuvers,semi hover,barrel rolls,immelman and double immelman,gorgeous tail slides,no brainer stall turns,and lovely side slips.It helps if the pilot knows how to use the rudder properly in flight.

G38 - well just about any plane that can handle a 4.4 lb engine. If it's a high wing loaded aerobat then keep it under 14 lb all up. If it's a low wing loaded floater like a cub then keep it under 20 lb ready to go. There are a huge variety of 1/4 scale planes that fit those specifications

Works well in SIG cubs also.

1/4 scale or 1/3 scale for G38 engine? Captin

1/4 scale cub. My buddy has a 1/4 scale clipped wing version (SIG) with a G38. Yes it's overpowered, but it sounds really good on a low flyby with the power pulled back. Very scale looking and sounding. Weighs in @17.5lbs. Not very light, but handles the wing well.

I put my G38 on an Ultra Stick 120 with VERY little modification. I didn't have to add any "dead" weight to balance it and it comes out just under 14lbs.

I just put a G38 in this 20 lb., 100" span Chipmunk. I can't believe how well it hauls it around! It does all the scale aerobatics I want.

Jim

HOLY COW! That thing looks REAL. What kind of pump are you using?
-Kevin

It's got the TME smoke pump, using Bennett's smoke oil.

These are all good planes for the G38 engine. Thanks Guys...and keep them coming...more choices the better. Captinjohn

Try a Ryan's Rebel. All up flying weight is 13 lbs. Cost is minimal.

Ryan

Where do you buy a Ryans Rebel Kit or plane? Thanks Capt,n

everyone in my club has at least one g38 in a sig fourstar 120. only mods are beefed up gear and servos in tail.

they will do every move in the book and a few that arent in any books..hahaha.

I have a SIG 1/3 scale J-3 with a G-23. With the G38 it will be too nose heavy and you will need to add weight on the tail.

Hi the Ryan's Rebel is a Scratch built plane. Plans are available from RCM. By the way That was the designer who posted earlier!

Regards
Mark

captinjohn,

Ryan's Rebel was featured in the December 2002 issue of RCM. The article included the materials list. You can buy the plans from them. Gear can be purchased from TNT Landing Gear. Let me know if you need any additional info.

Doesn't the new G-26 put out more power than the G-38 weight less and come in a smaller package. I have been thinking about a G-38 but get turned off when comparing it to the other Zenoah engines, it weights almost as much as the G-45 without the power. I am just getting started getting into gas.

The G-38 is just a sweet and reliable engine. You will find very few people that have harsh words for the G-38.

I got one and I think I may put a ignition by RCIGN1 and drill holes in the fins and anything else I can do to make it light. That steel prop hub and shaft got to go also. Captinjohn