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Old 02-10-2012, 02:02 PM
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I remember now. Here ia a pic from last year's Joe Nall.
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Old 02-10-2012, 03:25 PM
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Yep, there they are... Are we going to get two more to join them this year?
Old 02-10-2012, 04:21 PM
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I might be motivated to bring mine this year. It is very rare that you see ONE Bonanza on the field - but FOUR or FIVE. Could be fun!
Old 02-11-2012, 01:36 PM
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I would like to find another to build
Old 02-11-2012, 07:32 PM
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WHERE IS JOE NALL??
Old 02-11-2012, 08:07 PM
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Anderson, SC. It is the best RC show to attend. Google Joe Nall on YouTube and you will see what I mean.
Old 04-07-2012, 01:50 PM
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What size 4-stroke engine did you use? Did you have to cut the cowl to clear the valve rocker covers, or did the entire engine fit inside the cowl? Also, did you use the stock muffler, and were you able to keep the muffler inside the cowl, or did you have to cut the cowl to clear the muffler?
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Has anyone tried using a .90 size 4-stroke or a 1.00 4-stroke? I think the Saito .90 or 1.00 would fit inside the cowl. Also, I've thought about maybe a Saito 1.00 twin, with the flexible exhaust tubes. Does anyone know if a .90 size 4-stroke will have enough power to fly this plane, if I keep it light?

Also, I'm wondering if the Saito 1.00 twin uses a lot of fuel, or is it pretty fuel efficient? Glow fuel keeps going up and up.
Old 04-07-2012, 06:04 PM
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Does anyone have an extra front seat, left side window they would like to sell? Mine has a crack :-(

Thanks
Old 04-21-2012, 02:49 AM
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Hi folks, Love the thread. Great inspiration. I haven't had a chance to set up my shop yet, so I haven't started on the build, but I was wondering if anyone has used a gas motor to power their Bonanza's? Some of the newer gas motors look like they might fit in the cowl, but I'm not sure. Anyone try installing a gas engine?

Thanks, Russ
Old 04-21-2012, 08:40 AM
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Dont know of anyone using gas, but its possiable, keep in mind the bonanza is a 60 size airframe
Old 04-21-2012, 08:43 AM
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Im using a OS 120 AX in mine and it fits inside the cowl
Old 04-22-2012, 04:31 AM
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I've got a Saito 150 in my Cessna, and it fits fine in the cowling too. I was just thinking about using one of the smaller (20-30 cc) gas motors for economy and reliability. Although, I do have to say that I've had no problems with any of my Saito's so far...... I appreciate the response. Once I get things set up and get a building surface set up, I'll have to make some posts as to how it's going with the gas engine.

Thanks, and keep up the good work!!!

Russ
Old 04-22-2012, 05:54 AM
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I have an RCV120. It, and the exhaust fit in the cowl.

Old 04-22-2012, 10:14 AM
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KTCANUCK,

I have a bonanza kit myself and all along I have been thinking of powering it with the RCV120SP. I don't have any experience with the RCV SP engines but have generally heard good things about them. Do you have experience with them? Have you run yours? I would be interested in hearing your thoughts.

Lars
Old 04-22-2012, 11:00 AM
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KTCANUCK,

I have a bonanza kit myself and all along I have been thinking of powering it with the RCV120SP. I don't have any experience with the RCV SP engines but have generally heard good things about them. Do you have experience with them? Have you run yours? I would be interested in hearing your thoughts.

Lars
I am afraid not. This kit has been on hold for a while. It's ready for paint but other things have been taking priority. All I do know is that it has to be well run in before flying.
Old 07-14-2012, 04:37 PM
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Hey guys. Just FYI I have my partially assembled bonanza and kit with retracts and cockpit kit for sale. http://www.rcuniverse.com/market/ite...028&electric=0

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Old 07-14-2012, 08:44 PM
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YOU GUYS SHOULD REALLY THINK ABOUT ELECTRIC. I HAVE AN E FLITE 110 THAT FITS RIGHT IN THE COWL, WITH NO PROBLEMS FOR EXHAUST,,, NONE ! IT FLYS GREAT TOO!
Old 08-15-2012, 03:17 AM
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Hello fellow Bonanza flyers,
I have a bit of a problem.
I've recently crashed my Bonanza, by my own fault.
Due to the fact that I've bought the plane second hand, I don't have building plans.
Now I'm searching the Internet for a build plan fot the fuselage, so I can rebuild it.
I've contacted Top Flite for the building plans, but the shipping to my adress costs more than the plan it self.
So I was wondering if somebody still has the plan and if he would be able to make a copy of it and send it to me.
Costs will be payed offcourse.

You can contact me true PM of mail.
[email protected]
Old 08-16-2012, 11:04 AM
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Calling all bonanzas!. Any still flying. Here is mine after many years of flying and almost worn out.
Also, attached is my old C310 ARF.
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Old 08-16-2012, 01:40 PM
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Mine is still flying high as well - Just bought the TF Cessna 310 and will begin building soon.
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Old 08-16-2012, 08:11 PM
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YOU BOTH HAVE GORGEOUS PLANES,,, http://images.rcuniverse.com/forum/micons/m15.gif
Old 08-16-2012, 08:19 PM
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double post, delete
Old 08-16-2012, 08:20 PM
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ORIGINAL: rgaynor

Mine is still flying high as well - Just bought the TF Cessna 310 and will begin building soon.
nice, and top score on the prop work, looks very good.
Old 08-16-2012, 09:36 PM
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Awesome airframe!

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