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| Beginners / Newbies Interested in getting in the hobby. Not sure where to start. Post your questions here and one of the RCCanada experts will be glad to help you out! |
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| 05-14-2012 08:42 PM | ||
| Nick Milligan |
Re: First build / ARF If it was me... I'd get something like THIS Either that or a SIG Rascal Then again, I did have an LT40 ARF quite a while ago. Assembled it in one night... I never liked looking at it though. Nick |
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| 05-14-2012 08:37 PM | ||
| mrrandyman |
Re: First build / ARF I started out with the ALPHA 40 and it is a great plane. If you want to carry around less supplies then go electric. |
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| 05-14-2012 08:23 PM | ||
| cicopo |
Re: First build / ARF Take a look at the Alpha ARF. It's a derivative of the very popular Alpha 40 that can be done as an electric, is easy enough to assemble, & meets your wish list. http://www.greathobbies.com/producti...rod_id=HAN2460 |
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| 05-14-2012 08:06 PM | ||
| woodstock |
Re: First build / ARF Much like you, i started with small electric foamies. I now own a Kadet lt-40 and i've flown it many times with no issues. Even in 30km gusts it handles it no problem. Landings are a breeze and take off's too. Seriously amazing plane, i can't say enough about it. Pair it up with OS.46 and you'll be laughing. If you're sticking with electric, check out the Alpha40 i believe it's called. by Hangar 9. Great plane as well. Ciao! |
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| 05-14-2012 06:17 AM | ||
| philipa_240sx |
Re: First build / ARF Quote:
Kadet LT-40 ARF: http://www.greathobbies.com/producti..._id=SIGRC67ARF Item shows out of stock, however they should be able to order one in. I would call Great Hobbies directly and speak to them. As for balsa ARF's, there is lots to choose from. I had an E-flite Taylorcraft awhile back. Beautifully made plane, and the higher wing loading made it more stable in the wind. I eventually sold it as I prefer smaller models. Nice thing about E-flite is parts are readily available and Horizon Hobby has excellent customer service. |
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| 05-13-2012 08:03 PM | ||
| CF105 |
Re: First build / ARF No experience with the Kadet, only vaguely aware of it. The manufacturer has been around for ages, which should be a good sign. So far I've stayed away from the gassers, not that there is anything wrong with them. Just I figure at this stage of the game I have enough to deal with, without learning the ins & outs of engines plus the added challenge of dead-stick landings. I do miss the sound of a motor though. |
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| 05-13-2012 05:05 PM | ||
| Unseenpanic |
Re: First build / ARF Thanks for the information I appreciatte you taking the time to share your ideas. I kind have have my heart set on a balsa/wood trainer, as for engine type i do love the sound of the 4 stroke nitro engines but love the cleanliness of the electric as well. i am sure i nice high power brushless would move the plane around plenty fast enough. Do you have an opinion of the Kadet line of products? I was reading a bit about them and it seems there ARF kits are pretty much complete with everything i would need and of great quality. I am not to sure on how the shipping into canada would work out i hate paying duties at the door to UPS i got a nice suprise buying some batteries from Horizon and ended up paying 40.00 or so at the door to UPS in broker fees. Does anyone know of a real nice ARF trainer that is available from a reliable Canadian wholesaler, keeping in mind i don't have a larg work area or a bunch of misc tools as i am new to the hobby and really don't have the room or even an idea of all the tools i would end up needing. I would prefer something that pretty much comes with all the little parts i would need to complete the build minus of course the servos and engine and is of the highest quality. Thanks again Ryan |
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| 05-12-2012 09:12 PM | ||
| CF105 |
Re: First build / ARF The Super Cub was my first outdoor plane too (started in the late summer), and I flew some indoor stuff over the winter. A few suggestions from what I've picked up from various sources as well as some person experience: - If you're interested in building a kit, I highly recommend Stevens Aero products. They have a bunch of indoor stuff (I've built two, and flown one so far), and some outdoor stuff as well. They have also just released a 4-channel, high-wing trainer kit which looks pretty nice. Their stuff is amazingly easy to build. - If you're looking for a foamy ARF that can handle some wind... when you feel ready to try a 4-channel I recommend the ParkZone T-28 Trojan. It's compatible with other Spektrum electronics and has received high praise for its easy handling (warning - the first few times you fly it, you might not think it's so easy... ailerons really adds a whole new dimension!). If you're getting comfortable with the Super Cub, you may be able to try this one on your own. - If you want a heavier, balsa & covering type ARF, have a look at the E-Flite T-34 Mentor PTS. Size-wise it's about the equivalent of a .25-size fuel plane. The wings come with leading edge droops and flaps; You start with the droops on and full flaps for slower, more docile behaviour, then raise the flaps & eventually remove the droops to improve performance as your skills improve. I would *not* recommend this as a second plane unless you plan to buddy-box. I'm fairly confident with flying my T-28, but I still pick & choose when I fly this one. |
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| 05-12-2012 05:50 PM | ||
| Unseenpanic |
First build / ARF Hello I am looking for some input on what type of plane kit i should look at purchasing. I am pretty new to the sport/hobby as i have flown a E-Flight champ micro inside at our indoor field for a few months during the winter. I have since moved to a super cub BNF and have flown it about 4 times at our outdoor field. I have a spectrum dx6i controller and i have an extra receiver. What i am looking for is something that is a bit heavier than the super cub and won't be as susceptible to wind. as the day progresses here in the okanagan i have noticed the cub becomes very hard to fly past about 8:30 am as the wind becomes quite a battle. Most people in the club i belong to have nitro or electric but much heavier balsa set-ups. I am looking for a larger Cessna style trainer that can accomadate al larger brush less electric or .40/60 nitro engine setup Any advise on a fairly simple to construct PNP / ARF or even bind and fly that might suit my needs. I do not have a lot of room or the experience in having to build much in the way of kits as i would rather spend my time flying then building  Thanks a bunch Ryan |
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