GWS ME-109 Help
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I tried to fly my 109 today. After 3 failed attempts I gave up for the day. The airplane just stalls and rolls to the ground. It seems that I can't get enough speed after the hand launch.
I am using a Great Planes c-20 ESC with the stock motor, and a 8.4/730 ni-mh battery.
Also the plane feels very heavy. i had to use all the provided clay to achieve CG. it was very tail heavy.
Any suggestions??
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I am using a Great Planes c-20 ESC with the stock motor, and a 8.4/730 ni-mh battery.
Also the plane feels very heavy. i had to use all the provided clay to achieve CG. it was very tail heavy.
Any suggestions??
Thanks...
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It sounds like you are underpowered and too heavy. I do not have a 109 (I would like to get one) but I have a Funny Park with the same problem. I cut out the battery compartment and pushed the batteries forward - I would not use clay.
As far as power goes, this is my electric power system for all my electrics
EPS350C - D gears
Pixie 20 P (your esc should be fine)
Prop: anything between a 1047 and a 1206 (my preference)
Battery: KAN 650, 8 cell (9.6 V)
Batteries are the key here. KAN's can put out the amps where other batteries can't.
To get more power with less weight - you can open the pocket book and get brushless motors and Lithium batteries. This is a lot more money and the above power system will get you by fine if your plane is not greatly overweight.
Good Luck!
As far as power goes, this is my electric power system for all my electrics
EPS350C - D gears
Pixie 20 P (your esc should be fine)
Prop: anything between a 1047 and a 1206 (my preference)
Battery: KAN 650, 8 cell (9.6 V)
Batteries are the key here. KAN's can put out the amps where other batteries can't.
To get more power with less weight - you can open the pocket book and get brushless motors and Lithium batteries. This is a lot more money and the above power system will get you by fine if your plane is not greatly overweight.
Good Luck!