carlbecker

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I did the decals last night and checked the CG. Just a tad nose heavy at 5.5 inches. The bathroom scale gave 13 pounds so I'm less than 14 pounds dry. Very pleased with the plane. I will try a APC 16x6 on the 120 Saito. I don't need speed but would like big loops.

Carl

ElectRick

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If any of you guys are at a point before you mount the engine, could you weigh the airplane without the engine (and radio if possible)?

Carl, is 13 lb with or without engine? I am wanting to do an electric conversion of this plane, and I need some semi-accurate airframe weights minus engine/radio to plug in to my power calculator. Just minus engine is OK, since I can estimate what the average radio weighs easily. I would convert the elevators to a split dual pushrod setup and cable actuated pull-pull rudder, if it were me. No joiners needed for the elevator halves, and a measure of safety built in if an elevator clevis or pushrod fails.

Rick

carlbecker

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I used a bathroom scale which is just pounds. My weight is less than 14 pounds but I don't know accurately what the weight is. The Saito is 30 ounces so the plane without my engine is less than 12 pounds.

Carl

ElectRick

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Thanks...that was about what I'd guessed.

Good luck with your PT-17.

Rick

Flyboy1958

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Hey Hellcat, you mentioned that you ordered some vinyl graphics. Are these going to be in addition to the graphics that came with the kit?

Hellcat716

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I just took the supplied decals over to a lady that does vinyl graphics and she just makes copies of them. They look real good and are fuel proof.

Kmot

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I just ordered a PT-17 from the Tower scratch and dent. NIB except missing the manual; dummy engine; and dummy pilots. Manual is online and already downloaded. Cost was $266 minus the current $15 coupon so got it for $251. Plus the Super Saver Club freebies of a Hobbico socket driver set and Hobbico screwdriver set.

I love Tower Hobbies!

Kmot

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H'cat, why did you want copies of the existing decals? Are they junky?

Kmot

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Look at this!

carlbecker

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Now you can get two different pilots! Way to go. I will take mine to the field tomorrow a give it a through check out may be maiden if the wind is not bad.

Carl

Edd

Has any one try this stearman with an OS91FS ? And how does it go ?

Hellcat716

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the vinyl just gives the model a cleaner look. You don't have the extra clear backing on the vinyl graphics and they don't yellow.

carlbecker

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I got my maiden today between rain showers. What a big P cat to fly. Loops, Cuban eights, slow rolls, wing overs, inverted, slips, a bit of a knife edge on accident and touch and goes. CG right at the mark with the Saito 120. Nicely done Great Planes.

I should have pics soon.

Carl

Kmot

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Congrats!

carlbecker

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Here's a couple of pics.

Flyboy1958

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Good job Carl, looks real nice. So you think the Saito 120 is the ticket? I'm still wondering if the 120 or the 150 is the way to go. Personally I would like to go with the Saito 120 myself.

carlbecker

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It all depends on your flying style and what you want the plane to do. GP says a 91 four stroke flys it and I believe it will for scale flight. I think the Saito 100 would be nice replacing one of the seven cylinders like I did with the 120 but its 8 ounces lighter, would need to make the tail lighter. The 120 flies it very well and I am real happy with it but its not a 3d machine with this motor. Keep it light and you could use a smaller motor. Pull pull on the rudder would remove about 18 grams from the rear. Moving all the servos forward would help also. I think its possible to get this under 13 pounds with some work. Note my battery pack is on the top of the motor mount and I didn't add lead.

Carl

P-51B

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Who did you order the vinyl graphics from, what did you order, and how much did they cost?

Hellcat716

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Had the maiden flight yesterday and flew awesome with the YS 91. The vinyl decals were purchased from a local signmasters shop here in Las Vegas. Cost about $20.00 for a double set. I think that they came out real good. I had the battery over the engine mount, but I am going to move it inside under the receiver for more tail weight. Seems to run out of elevator when I get slow in the flare. I have nothing bad to say about this plane except for the covering job. TERRIBLE!

P-51B

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hellcat, who did you order the vinyl graphics through? I am thinking of ordering some also, and if someone already has them setup...

Kmot

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Me three! [8D]

Fly4Real

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I have this kit as well and have been very pleased with it so far. The only overall complaint I have is how puny the dummy radial engine looks in comparison to the full scale version.

Hellcat716

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The store name is SIGNMASTERS here in Las Vegas, NV. There phone number is (702) 456-5177. Ask for Kelly and tell here Greg had these vinyl decals made a couple weeks ago for the PT-17 Stearman and she should be able to pull them up on her disc. Mention the three color numbers(white,black and red #830 on the fuselage side and she will remember what set it is.
There address is 3514 E. Tropicana Ave
Suite 4
Las Vegas, NV 89121
Fax# (702)456-2917

P-51B

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Thanks hellcat716!

Kmot

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Hellcat: I just spoke with Kelly and will have a set made up for me. Thanks for the info!