Author Topic: I need a new plane!! (Read 2843 times)

Steven Kientz · « **on:** June 07, 2009, 07:50:20 AM »

Killed my TutorII yesterday. My nephew spent the night and brought his clown, I told him we would go flying. Swirling winds changed as I launched from my stooge, big wingover and a even bigger crash. The wing survived with minor sheeting damage. Will save it for a winter project(jet style profile).
I knew the day would come when it would have to be replaced. I typically buy a kit the day I go watch the NATS, last year I bought a Brodak H. Hurricane. Looks like I need a replacement for the Tutor. Any suggestions? The only requirement is it needs to be a profile, and can use the .46 as a powerplant.I'm considering the Cardinal, any others?
Oh, my brother in law and nephew crashed the clown also, I'm waiting to hear if it is repairable.

Steve

catdaddy · « **Reply #1 on:** June 07, 2009, 08:19:33 AM »

Do yourself a favor and get the Pathfinder, the Cardinal is a good choice but the pathfinder beats it hands down. Make sure and get you a 12.25x3.75 prop and cut it down to 11.75 for the LA 46. If your not happy with it I'll buy the prop from you.

The Brodak P-40 ARF is a good choice as well.

Steven Kientz · « **Reply #2 on:** June 07, 2009, 08:38:19 AM »

Pathfinder is on the list, any others?
Steve

SteveMoon · « **Reply #3 on:** June 07, 2009, 10:08:44 AM »

Steven: I've got 2 Imitation kits left. The Imitation and LA 46
are a killer combo. My son has been flying this combo lately,
and he really likes it.

Steve

Ralph Wenzel (d) · « **Reply #4 on:** June 07, 2009, 11:12:59 AM »

Wouldn't a Primary Force/LA46 combo be pretty good, too? Most fplks are using .40's, but the OS .46 is actually (a teeny bit) lighter than the LA .40 . . .

Mark Scarborough · « **Reply #5 on:** June 07, 2009, 11:32:54 AM »

I dont think you could get enough prop on the 46 to really make it work on a primary force.

my vote, the brodak P-40, great combination. with a 12.25 x 3.75 APC stock, not cut down,,

builditright · « **Reply #6 on:** June 07, 2009, 12:19:39 PM »

Also give the Trophy Trainer some serious thought

mike donovan · « **Reply #7 on:** June 07, 2009, 01:22:23 PM »

I just finished a Brodak P40 about a week ago and now have about 20 or so flights on it. It is powered by an LA46 running a 12.25x3.75APC prop. So far I think it is going to be an excellent combination. I think this would be a good choice for a profile. I also have a Pathfinder with an LA46 and it is also a good choice. I highly recommend either one.

john e. holliday · « **Reply #8 on:** June 07, 2009, 01:44:46 PM »

Mike, did you put in the dehidrel on the P-40? DOC Holliday

mike hartung · « **Reply #9 on:** June 07, 2009, 07:26:46 PM »

I just put three flights on a Brodak P-40 LA .46 and brought it home in one piece; and that says a lot for the combo. These were the first flights after a long winter off.

Randy Powell · « **Reply #10 on:** June 07, 2009, 07:28:24 PM »

Heck, I just got my plane flying really well and the bellcrank broke in flight. Not a pretty sight. Darned, that plane flew really well, too.

Shultzie · « **Reply #11 on:** June 07, 2009, 08:27:59 PM »

Quote from: Randy Powell on June 07, 2009, 07:28:24 PM

Heck, I just got my plane flying really well and the bellcrank broke in flight. Not a pretty sight. Darned, that plane flew really well, too.

Randy...
I stopped down to the Narrows this afternoon...and noticed all the fresh exhaust stains on the Tarmac.
"BELLCRANK BROKE IN FLIGHT!" WHAT THE VD~ARE YOU TALKIN ABOUT?

Clancy Arnold · « **Reply #12 on:** June 07, 2009, 08:29:54 PM »

Why is it that the ones that fly good are the ones we end up crashing??

The fact that the poor fliers are relegated to "hangar queen" status might explain their longevity.
Clancy

mike donovan · « **Reply #13 on:** June 08, 2009, 10:11:29 AM »

In reply to post #8 by Doc Holiday, yes I put 1/2 inch of dihedral under each wing tip as shown on the plans for the P40.

Matt Colan · « **Reply #14 on:** June 08, 2009, 10:44:01 AM »

ARF P-40, ARF Cardinal, or an ARF Pathfinder would be on my list.

Steven Kientz · « **Reply #15 on:** June 09, 2009, 04:45:06 PM »

It will definitely be a kit, leaning towards the Pathfinder. Helps pass the time until my wife(best friend) gets home. And no she isn't standing here while I type this.

Steve

John Miller · « **Reply #16 on:** June 09, 2009, 05:04:18 PM »

I'm glad you're considering a kit, especially a Pathfinder kit, for obvious self interest.

I'm convinced that after you take the time, with an ARF or ARC, to bring certain items up to what I consider acceptable standards, you'll have almost as much time invested as you would starting from a kit.

Randy Powell · « **Reply #17 on:** June 09, 2009, 10:27:11 PM »

>>I need a new plane!!<<

Imagine my surprise when I went in my shop and found one.

Warren Leadbeatter · « **Reply #18 on:** June 10, 2009, 03:57:33 AM »

Mate, Get a Pathfinder.

They handle very responsively and can turn very sharply if required to get out of trouble. They also handle the wind very well. The tricycle undercarriage makes takeoffs and landings smoother and easier too. I just flew mine into 6th place at the NSW State Championships in F2B Advanced last weekend.

Here's a pic.

Cheers

john e. holliday · « **Reply #19 on:** June 10, 2009, 08:42:35 AM »

Warren, what plane did you use to get the trophy in the other stunt class? DOC Holliday

Warren Leadbeatter · « **Reply #20 on:** June 11, 2009, 01:41:08 AM »

Gday Doc

'57 Green box Nobler

This one