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Forum: ARF or RTF
03-19-2012, 05:46 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 18,561
Posted By darylk79

RE: Phoenix Spitfire 40 ARF

I sold mine a few weeks ago.It was the worst plane i have ever owned.It flew like a brick.Looks nice,but flies ****ty.Would make a good wall hanger or show piece.Thats just my take,i have a new...
Forum: ARF or RTF
02-18-2012, 10:19 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 18,561
Posted By darylk79

RE: Phoenix Spitfire 40 ARF

I'm selling mine!
Forum: ARF or RTF
10-01-2011, 05:46 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 18,561
Posted By darylk79

RE: Phoenix Spitfire 40 ARF

Just a note: A 46fx motor with a 3 blade 10x7 master airscrew is plenty power for this plane.I suggest you add half the weight needed to the nose when balancing because the manual cg is off.85mm from...
Forum: ARF or RTF
09-25-2011, 03:18 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 18,561
Posted By darylk79

RE: Phoenix Spitfire 40 ARF

THIS PLANE SUCKS, SUCKS, SUCKS, SUCK, SUCKS, SUCKS! OH, DID I MENTION IT SUCKS!!! i JUST WENT OUT FOR THE MAIDEN TODAY.THE DAMN THINGS TRUST LINE FROM THE FACTORY IS WAY OFF.THE CG IS WAY OFF...
Forum: ARF or RTF
09-20-2011, 05:07 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 18,561
Posted By darylk79

RE: Phoenix Spitfire 40 ARF

Well i been all over the net to see if this model was any good.There are slim pickings on details about the build.I just finished assembling the V2 phoenix spitfire 40 w/retracts.I must say i told my...
Forum: ARF or RTF
07-19-2011, 10:42 AM
Replies: 350
Views: 84,111
Posted By darylk79

RE: New Great Planes Escapade 61.

I just had to post this!! I just crashed my escapade into a cornfield becuase i ran out of fuel on approach and there wasnt even a scratch on it.Could this plane be bionic??? Even my buddies were...
Forum: ARF or RTF
07-17-2011, 06:17 PM
Replies: 350
Views: 84,111
Posted By darylk79

RE: New Great Planes Escapade 61.

I posted about 4 months ago that you should use some 30 min epoxy on the inside of where the landing gear bolts tothe frame.I had that prob with my 40 size escapade.With my 60 i put about half a...
Forum: ARF or RTF
03-28-2011, 05:59 AM
Replies: 350
Views: 84,111
Posted By darylk79

RE: New Great Planes Escapade 61.

Hey ckrochmal, The flight tendicies are very pridictable.It flies very slow with out problems,just keep the nose down and add one or two notches of power when coming in for a landing.It looked like a...
Forum: ARF or RTF
03-28-2011, 05:40 AM
Replies: 196
Views: 39,032
Posted By darylk79

RE: CMPro T-34 Build

Hi, i just want to add that this plane says it can handle a .40 size motor.WRONG, i put one on and it bearly got off the ground.I put a .46ax in it and it did get up,but just barely.It flew like a...
Forum: ARF or RTF
03-19-2011, 03:19 PM
Replies: 350
Views: 84,111
Posted By darylk79

RE: New Great Planes Escapade 61.

Yes it is monokote.Mine had a few too,I just ironed it out.
Forum: ARF or RTF
03-18-2011, 03:45 PM
Replies: 350
Views: 84,111
Posted By darylk79

RE: New Great Planes Escapade 61.

It will be out in may's catalog.There printing is 6 months behind.But anyway,i put 5 more flights on mine today and did some virtical take offs and hovers.Taking off at full throttle it will pull...
Forum: ARF or RTF
03-17-2011, 03:59 PM
Replies: 350
Views: 84,111
Posted By darylk79

RE: New Great Planes Escapade 61.

I didnt have that problem with the clevises,i used du-bro clevises and they fit snug.I just maidened mine today and it flew perfect.I moved the CG to be a little heavy on the nose.Worked like a charm...
Forum: ARF or RTF
03-07-2011, 03:39 PM
Replies: 350
Views: 84,111
Posted By darylk79

RE: New Great Planes Escapade 61.

Ok,great planes emailed me back letting me know my missing parts are on the way!Even a new set of wings.They didnt ask for a receipt or anything.I'm very impressed with there customer service.Great...
Forum: ARF or RTF
03-06-2011, 05:11 PM
Replies: 350
Views: 84,111
Posted By darylk79

RE: New Great Planes Escapade 61.

Ok seems im as bad as you guys.I'm missing my nylon bag,hardware bag,push rod,motor mount and my ailerons are mounted so bad there twisted.This is a BS made plane.For damn near 200 bucks you'd think...
Forum: ARF or RTF
03-03-2011, 03:29 AM
Replies: 350
Views: 84,111
Posted By darylk79

RE: New Great Planes Escapade 61.

WILL A 14X6 WORK GOOD FOR BREAK IN ON A 75AX? OR SHOULD I GO SMALLER? I FINISHED MY BUILD AND IM READY TO MAIDEN BUT I NEED TO KNOW WHAT IS BEST FOR BREAK IN ON THIS MOTOR.MANUAL SAYS IT WOULD WORK...
Forum: ARF or RTF
02-23-2011, 05:37 PM
Replies: 350
Views: 84,111
Posted By darylk79

RE: New Great Planes Escapade 61.

I have a 14x6 wood zinger for break in.What do you think?
Forum: ARF or RTF
02-23-2011, 03:45 AM
Replies: 350
Views: 84,111
Posted By darylk79

RE: New Great Planes Escapade 61.

what prop do you think would do good for thr 75ax on this model?
Forum: ARF or RTF
02-23-2011, 03:34 AM
Replies: 350
Views: 84,111
Posted By darylk79

RE: New Great Planes Escapade 61.

SO you think the 75AX will do the job just right?
Forum: ARF or RTF
02-12-2011, 04:50 PM
Replies: 350
Views: 84,111
Posted By darylk79

RE: New Great Planes Escapade 61.

Dont forget you can get the escapade 61 on ebay for the same price as towerhobbies.Just in case anyone islooking.I got mine last month.
Forum: ARF or RTF
02-08-2011, 01:19 PM
Replies: 350
Views: 84,111
Posted By darylk79

RE: New Great Planes Escapade 61.

I've got mine still in the box waiting for a full flight review.I'm new to 60 size aircraft and am alittle nervous what to use differently from what is included in  the box.I learned hard with the 40...
Forum: ARF or RTF
02-03-2011, 04:37 PM
Replies: 350
Views: 84,111
Posted By darylk79

RE: New Great Planes Escapade 61.

Yeah im not a throttle back person.I love it all the way up.I just want to know i have the power if i need it with a 75ax.I dont want to go 100mph but dont want the birds to pass me.What do you think?
Forum: ARF or RTF
02-02-2011, 01:35 PM
Replies: 350
Views: 84,111
Posted By darylk79

RE: New Great Planes Escapade 61.

I just got my escapade .61 yesterday and it looks great! I'm confused what engine to put in it. I know i can put in a 65ax and it wil fly,and i know the 95ax it the best to use for a 2 stroke.I...
Forum: ARF or RTF
10-24-2010, 05:08 AM
Replies: 1,856
Views: 349,288
Posted By darylk79

RE: Great Planes Escapade .40 ARF

I have two of these and they are the best planes i have ever known.I will recommed 2 build tips though.If you are flying off grass i suggest you change the rear landing steering wheel.The one that...
Forum: ARF or RTF
08-31-2010, 06:22 AM
Replies: 196
Views: 39,032
Posted By darylk79

RE: CMPro T-34 Build

hi, i live in maryland too.in calvert county.i just bought the mentor from nitroplanes.com is there any tips about this build or parts you would recommend?I know about the bad retracts i bought some...
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