Ron Hancock 1 Posted November 16, 2018 Share Posted November 16, 2018 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Hancock 1 Posted November 16, 2018 Author Share Posted November 16, 2018 Very lucky found a new Multiplex Magister 64 wing span never been flown. It had a heavy brush motor so ordered new brushless motor and 60 controller plus new Battery. I still know nothing about RC planes but on here and at local Plane club all said be wrong to learn on petrol engine low wing balsawood plane. So bought this one to learn on first. Managed to sort Batteries help with the help of you guys both planes binded had to fit new servo on one plane. I still not started them as yet I did hear the soar 40 run when I bought it. I have bought 3 spare engines one brand new so should be ok. Now plucking up courage to build my spitfire it has a 60 inch wing span but looking in Box all just a load balsa wood Lazor cut. Just getting started is my problem. Ron Edited By Ron Hancock 1 on 16/11/2018 19:03:42 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Martin Harris - Moderator Posted November 16, 2018 Share Posted November 16, 2018 Good advice Percy - the only disagreement would be that the well trodden path shouldn't be boring to someone new to flying and if stuck to, should be an enjoyable journey (I usually wince at that expression but it seems appropriate here...) with great rewards on the way to that Spitfire flight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Hancock 1 Posted November 16, 2018 Author Share Posted November 16, 2018 Hi thank you for reply about the Spit but looking at it think it will take a couple years to build. Plus having Alzhimers need to make whilst still only mild. Trying to keep brain active love working with my hands. Ron Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruce Collinson Posted November 16, 2018 Share Posted November 16, 2018 Ron, As a recent returner, if I were in your shoes I’d start the Spit but under periodic supervision from an old hand at your club and if you finish it before you can fly it solo, get the best flier of warbirds in the club to fly it with you on a buddy box. That way you’ll get to fly it, a bit, without re-kitting it on your first take-off. You’ll need a patient supportive tutor but these seem to be in fairly good supply, at least at my club. Just as well. Happy landings! BTC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Ron Hancock 1 Posted November 16, 2018 Author Share Posted November 16, 2018 I have a friend who is a trainer for local club. He will teach me he is already teaching me on his simulator then he will used a buddy box I can see how hard it is just hope I can master it. Ron Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Ron Hancock 1 Posted November 16, 2018 Author Share Posted November 16, 2018 Well I can drive car motorbike HGV1 lorry boat Steam Engine even had a few lessons in a Cessna in the 70s but RC Planes look harder we will see. Regards Ron Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Martin Harris - Moderator Posted November 16, 2018 Share Posted November 16, 2018 ...if only you had a fork lift licence! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Hancock 1 Posted November 16, 2018 Author Share Posted November 16, 2018 Hope so looking forward to it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Martin Harris - Moderator Posted November 16, 2018 Share Posted November 16, 2018 The hard work will all be worth it when you're clutching your shiny new A certificate (other recognitions of achievement are available). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Hancock 1 Posted November 16, 2018 Author Share Posted November 16, 2018 I do hope your right fingers crossed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Davis Posted November 16, 2018 Share Posted November 16, 2018 Your Multiplex Monitor bears a remarkable similarity to something called a "We Can Fly." which I bought as a club trainer. It's an easy model to fly but I'd caution that you fly it on a buddy box with an experienced instructor for quite some time before you try to fly it on your own. In my experience, older beginners take much longer to learn how to fly than youngsters. Your Humble Servant stands alongside his much more burly young trainee who holds the model. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Hancock 1 Posted November 16, 2018 Author Share Posted November 16, 2018 Hi Yes a good friend has been a trainer for the club over ten years he will be training me till he thinks I am ready. Ron Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Ron Hancock 1 Posted November 17, 2018 Author Share Posted November 17, 2018 Took your suggestions and fitted new Brushless motor just waiting for new speed controller now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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