I recently acquire a beautifully built Lanier ultimate biplane less motor, trans, rec and servos
this is the first plane i've owned that wasn't a rtf
can anyone instruct me in setting this plane up for flight
------thanks for any input--

I wasn't aware that Lanier ever did an Ultimate bipe. You sure that it's a Lanier plane?? Maybe a Goldberg Ultimate? Great Planes? Dave Patrick?

yea i'm sure
i even went to their sit and downloaded an instruction manual on assembing the plane from a kit but it had no info on setting
up the electronis or motor

it is actually called a lanier ultimate pitts biplane
the upper wing is approx 58", lower 53", length from front of cowl to rear of rudder is 56" approx
you can see the web site by going to http://www.lanierrc.com/lrcprivate/index.htm and type ultimate pitts in the search
sure hope this can get me the help i need

CG starting point is on the spar at the tips of the upper wing.
Use high torque servos (70+ oz) on all control surfaces.

What else do you need to know? What motor are you putting on it?
Can you post pictures?

Friday, there are a few of us with this plane, I think you can get the answers you need. I'm covering mine now.

i haven' decided on a motor type or size yet although i lean towards the os 1.6 fx
i am also familiar with futaba electronics but haven't had much experiance with any other brands
what brand and size motor are you using

thanks martyg for the info
what brand of servos, reciever and trans would you recommend

I am using a Roto 35, this will be my first gas motor. The OS 1.60 would also be a good choice.

OS 160 would be fine if you want a glow motor. Keep the RTF weight below 13lb.
This is not a real hard airplane to fly, but I would recommend prior 120-size experience before attempting.
If you are new to this size aircraft (sorry, but it sounds like you are) get a local mentor to help you.

In mine I have a Brison 2.4 (40cc gasoline) - This is at the upper end of "overpowered"
(2) HS-5625 on ailerons (One per side with interplane linkage)
(2) HS-5625, one per elevator half
(1) HS-5945 on rudder
(1) HS-425 on throttle
Hitec Supreme Super Slim Rx with a 5-cell 1650mAh NiMH battery

Do a search on this plane in the forums. You'll find a lot of good information.