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  1. Trevor Crook
    Good luck choosing, Steve, go with the one that appeals most. My son has the Decathlon, which flies very well on a 600W 4s setup. We arranged a battery bay in the underside. It's got a relatively low wing loading and parallel chord, so it's pretty viceless, but is nicely aerobatic, too. I've no experience of any of the others.
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    Dave Rawlings, who founded DPR models, is still in business as Flying Toys. Most of his products are now small r/c imports but he used to make his own kits, including the Rare Bird. Dave is a super bloke and he could almost certainly provide a plan, and may even have a kit you could buy.
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    A recent review of the Hurri in another mag. by Dave Wilshere mentioned the ESC issue. He lived with it and it didn't give problems when flying.
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    Re. prop noise, yes, I'd agree that close proximity of the prop to a trailing edge or other part of airframe is the main culprit, coupled with high rpm. A few years ago I had a Multiplex Funjet which was much quieter than most others I had seen, because I used a larger prop turned by a relatively low kv motor. Unfortunately, looking at the Bixler it doesn't seem possible to go this route because of the layout. Somehow moving the motor a bit further back, perhaps by fitting a tube in the pylon, would probably help, at the risk of c of g problems. For modestly sized (up to .60 glow equivalent) tractor prop models, I'd agree that you'd be doing something extreme to make them noisy.
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    My Flair SE5A flies on about 400W - 3s 3000 lipo, approx 900kv motor turning an 11x7. Performance is about scale, takes off easily, flies around on half throttle and loops from level flight. Flight times are about 7-8 minutes. Going down to, say, 750kv and using 4s would give more scope for power and duration.
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    Shaunie, your VW perception is backed up by the Warranty Direct reliability index - Mondeo is 65th, Passat is 157th. But Simon, I agree that you should also use your own experience as a guide. Back to the radios, I use Spektrum because when I switched to 2.4 even the entry level Futabas used expensive FASST receivers. I'm pleased with my choice because I now have a DX8, and an old DX7, with various DSM2 and DSMX receivers, and everything works in any combination. If I had gone the Futaba route I would have had to negotiate the whole FASST/FHSS nightmare, which is where Futaba lost the plot. Shame, because I was a happy user on 35, and their current trannies look really nice.
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    Great flying weather down at Fleet on Saturday, so I managed my second outing this year! The morning crew were just leaving as I arrived about 2, but a few of us were there to enjoy the light winds and sunshine. I eased myself in with my electrified Magician, then test flew the new noseleg in a Durafly Trojan. Finally, reminded myself how quickly my Radjet gets small! Enjoyed it so much I repeated the sequence then went home. Hopefully a taste of things to come. Not on Sunday though as it was windy then wet again!
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    Looking good, Simon. Did you know that Hobbyking used to stock an XB70? From memory it was smaller than your project, but used a similar single fan layout. They don't list it any more. I haven't checked EBay yet. It would be interesting to look at one and compare their design with yours. By the way, when you fly it, beware of flying close formation with a Starfighter......
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    Steve I have been using my DX8 happily for nearly a year now. Initially I had some concerns that the supplied NiMh pack dropped in voltage faster than I expected. I bought an Eneloop pack sold by Over lander that is designed for the DX8, and this is very good. It has a very low self discharge and lasts for ages. I haven't had any charging issue, I just give it a few hours when it drops below 5V. By the way, it seems that the new DX6 is DSMX only, which is a shame for anyone who is still using DSM2 RX's, or am I missing something?
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    Steve Happily, Ernie is still with us - I see him frequently as he's my father-in-law. We still go flying when he can make it, he's still using his Fleet gear on 35MHz. I've gone to the dark side on 2.4, but still have a Fleet Omega tranny in working order. I believe the FPS-17 servos are re-badged Futaba units. If standard plug leads are fitted they should be fine.
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    Writing this on my Nexus 7, which is great but much more pricey than the Hudl. I know a couple of people with Hudls who are well pleased with them. Another one to consider for similar money is an Asus Memo pad 7. Same manufacturer as the Nexus 7 so should be good. Happy shopping!
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    Re. the Vampire booms - I did cut slits across the joints in mine and glued in 3mm carbon strips, for peace of mind. My son also has one, and hasn't modded it, and they both fly the same.
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    The Durafly Vampire is not very noisy by edf standards. Flies really well, with decently robust retracts, and good value - last time I looked they were less than £100. Bear in mind that it's a model of a 40s jet and flies like one, so no good if you are after high speed and unlimited vertical climbs!
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    I've used Prymol followed by Humbrol matt varnish in the past. It's best sprayed, but you can get pretty good results from brushing with a matt finish.
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    Alan Funnily enough, I've probably flown my Durafly T28 more than any other model this year, and had no reliability issues at all. The noseleg is too short, so I've fitted a bigger wheel and trimmed down the prop, but this is a design error rather than build quality. My son and I also have the Vampire, both of which have been faultless. However, I'm prepared to believe that the Parkzone models are excellent, and if confronted by the Mosquito kit I may not be able to resist one as long as the price isn't too silly!
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    It looks great, but as Bill says it will probably be pricey. I just watched the video of the Durafly Bf110 - same size, with retracts, scale 3 bladed props, looks really nice, all for £125-ish. I forecast the Mossie similarly equipped will be nearer £200. It looks, lovely, but I don't know if I'd want to spend that much.
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    Frank, your experience matches mine in the two clubs I am in. I think the Special, like the regular mag. is a good mix of our hobby. I've been electric only for several years now, but I still find the IC bits interesting.
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    BEB My slightly smaller version slows down fine without flaps. Your "full size" one should be even better, provided the weight is kept down.
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    BEB - another cowl fixing idea. What about holding the top with magnets, and the bottom with screws going forward through the firewall from the wing cutout, into captive nuts in the cowl. Locating dowels would keep it all lined up. No need then to try to get a screwdriver past the motor. My (wooden) cowl is held on like this, without the magnets, and it works fine.
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    Andy, if you don't fancy the lozenge, I found a scheme when I built mine years ago that was red and white, with a bird silhouette on the side. I think I got it from one of the Osprey books. I'm sure you'd find it by googling. Also, Herman Goering's one was all white.
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    Pros and con's not mentioned above: Most full-range Spektrum receivers have to have a satellite module. Spektrum has the Modelmatch feature, which prevents you flying with the wrong model memory selected. I have got both makes, but have migrated to exclusively 2.4 so don't use my 35MHz Futaba any more. I bought my first Spekky when I had interference problems with leccy helis on 35, and Futaba didn't offer a decent spec. 2.4 set for sensible money. They do now and I would happily use either brand. I'd go with what was most popular with your fellow fliers.
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    Oh, and if you need some encouragement, here's my finished article. Cannon are silicone sealant nozzles, exhausts are shaped from defunct T-Rex 450 tailboom!
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