Vince Consentino

So according to the plan specs this model weighs 550 grams. I am look at Turnigy electric motors. Any experience with these low cost motors? Based on the light weight would a 220Watt or 243Watt motor be too powerful for this model? Have to see what diameter 3 blade prop will fit between the booms. Any insight appreciated.

I am researching the best electric engine for my RCME J-21 build. Any suggestions on brand and sizing? Thanks.

So I am planking wing of my j-21 and I am curious about mounting and then accessing the servos in the wing. Do I plank the wing and then cut out and access panel? Or do I need to install the servo first? Any insight is appreciated.

So as I plan the next step after assembly I am looking for suggestions regarding servos and wiring. I have a Futaba 72.62 controller I inherited from my dad but not sure if it is current with latest technology. Any input on hardware or suggested resources is greatly appreciated.

Thanks for all the input. I found the perfect exacto handle and blade combination for those tight curves. Pictures coming soon once assembly commences.

I am scratch building from the RCME plan and have a couple of questions. What is the best method to cut small parts; bulkheads and small curved items, from 1/8” balsa Really tough to cut with razor knife or exacto. Maybe a coping saw? Also the plan has some parts I cannot determine where they go This includes W15 and W16. Also F4T, F3T and there are two F3s. Rest of the cutting is going well. Will post some pictures once I start assembling. This is my first model. Thanks