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Title: 20 lb test lines
Post by: Bootlegger on May 30, 2021, 05:11:49 PM

 Tried the search for hi vis yellow 20lb lines, were they Power Pro or what and where can I get them??    Obliged...

Title: Re: 20 lb test lines
Post by: kevin king on May 30, 2021, 07:19:29 PM

There's some info here that may help. I asked the same question on the Cox engine forum, and this guy swears by them. The reply quoted is from londke3:

Quote from: londke3

Quote from: kevin king

Hello, is there a part # or exact name and type of line that you recommend for 1/2a planes? I would like to know what size to get for a heavier 1/2a stunt plane powered by a TD 049. I would like the line length to be 42' also. How are these PowerPro lines compared to steel 008 lines? Is there any performance loss? I would appreciate your thoughts and recommendations! Thanks! Kevin K.

We are currently using PowerPro 40lb Hi-Viz yellow for our 1/2A combat planes at 42' length. We use the 40lb because it still has to measure .012 like steel for combat use in competition. If you are just sport flying 1/2A stuff you can easily use the 20lb or 30lb and still be safe. Original Power Pro is great but they now have Power Pro Maxquatro which is 25% thinner than original but with the same rated break strength.

Title: Re: 20 lb test lines
Post by: Brent Williams on May 30, 2021, 08:24:11 PM

Info:
PowerPro: https://www.powerpro.com/content/powerpro/northamerica/us/en/homepage/POWERPRO.html
PowerPro MaxCuatro  ( 25% thinner ): https://www.powerpro.com/content/powerpro/northamerica/us/en/homepage/MAXCUATRO.html

Purchase PowerPro standard:
Cabela's - PowerPro 20lb:  https://www.cabelas.com/shop/en/powerpro-braided-spectra-fiber-microfilament-line?ds_e=GOOGLE&ds_c=Shop%7CGeneric%7CAllProducts%7CHigh%7CSSCCatchAll&gclsrc=ds
Bass Pro - PowerPro 20lb:  https://www.basspro.com/shop/en/powerpro-braided-spectra-fiber-microfilament-line?hvarAID=shopping_googleproductextensions&ds_e=GOOGLE&ds_c=Shop%7CGeneric%7CAllProducts%7CHigh%7CSSCCatchAll&gclsrc=ds

(MaxCuatro purchase)
TackleDirect - PowerPro MaxCuatro 20lb: https://www.tackledirect.com/powerpro-maxcuatro-braided-fishing-line-hi-vis-yellow-150yd-spools.html

Title: Re: 20 lb test lines
Post by: Dave Hull on May 31, 2021, 01:39:52 AM

I have been happy using PowerPro 30 lb test. Have used it for various planes, but probably the one of most interest was on a Lil Satan with a strong reedy Mouse Motor. The very approximate diameter of these was around .012 inches.

I found that white was plenty visible enough on grass or asphalt.

Good luck with yours,

Dave

Title: Re: 20 lb test lines
Post by: John Park on May 31, 2021, 04:37:59 AM

The stuff I'm using over here in England is Power Pro hi-vis yellow, 15 kg (33 lb.) with a quoted diameter of 0.23mm (approx. 9 thou.).  I'm using it at 35ft. for 0.75cc diesel and 45ft. for 1.5cc diesel sport/stunt models, with perfect satisfaction.

Title: Re: 20 lb test lines
Post by: Bootlegger on June 13, 2021, 11:19:56 AM

 Brent Williams do you have a phone number for contact for these lines?  Much Obliged   #^   :)!

Title: Re: 20 lb test lines
Post by: Fredvon4 on June 14, 2021, 06:13:19 AM

Gil click on any of the links and there is almost always a CONTACT US link with addresses, e-mail, and phone numbers for sales or customer service

Title: Re: 20 lb test lines
Post by: Bootlegger on June 15, 2021, 10:18:39 AM

 Thanks Fred, your adivse was spot on I looked and saw a phone number, need to get some glasses  thanks again