Archive for December, 2006
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Here's a few more planes: The E-flite Mini Pulse.. And Hyperion Cap-232. Bloth planes are powered by E-flite 450's and Master Airscrew 10X8 electric Only props. Both also have SS-25 amp ESC's. Which with throttle management can deliver flights close to 20 minutes in length with a 3 cell 2100mah prolite.
Note: The Cap's stock landing gear is quite weak and really un-usable. So instead I replaced them with a set from the Mini Pulse. I have since re-painted the gear dark blue to match the Cap...just haven't shot a pic of it.
To add the gear, I added a Bass wood block to the underside of the fuse and drilled holes for 4-40 bolts to passe through and blind nuts to the added on the inside. With a little red lock-tite, I haven't looked back.
Another change a I made to plane was to reinforce the fwd inside section of the fuse with thin balsa. This did add some weight, however it left me with the feeling should gravity strike, won't be left with a pile of tooth picks. Lets hope I don't find out either way.
As for the Mini Pulse, this plane was such as easy build...I can't even find words to describe. Four hours max was needed to get this plane flying...and I think I even took a break in there to have lunch. Though, I still need to find a pilot figure. Why I bought this plane was for aerial photography...but as of yet...I haven't gotten around to doing that. I wanted a plane with nicer looks than Slo-stick, but something that could lift a payload. The light wing loading and the ability to use flaperons leaves little doubt that this has been a poor choice. Full throttle is only used to clear obstacles such as fences and trees during take-off. IMHO the Mini Pulse would make a great four channel trainer.
Note: The Cap's stock landing gear is quite weak and really un-usable. So instead I replaced them with a set from the Mini Pulse. I have since re-painted the gear dark blue to match the Cap...just haven't shot a pic of it.
To add the gear, I added a Bass wood block to the underside of the fuse and drilled holes for 4-40 bolts to passe through and blind nuts to the added on the inside. With a little red lock-tite, I haven't looked back. Another change a I made to plane was to reinforce the fwd inside section of the fuse with thin balsa. This did add some weight, however it left me with the feeling should gravity strike, won't be left with a pile of tooth picks. Lets hope I don't find out either way.
As for the Mini Pulse, this plane was such as easy build...I can't even find words to describe. Four hours max was needed to get this plane flying...and I think I even took a break in there to have lunch. Though, I still need to find a pilot figure. Why I bought this plane was for aerial photography...but as of yet...I haven't gotten around to doing that. I wanted a plane with nicer looks than Slo-stick, but something that could lift a payload. The light wing loading and the ability to use flaperons leaves little doubt that this has been a poor choice. Full throttle is only used to clear obstacles such as fences and trees during take-off. IMHO the Mini Pulse would make a great four channel trainer.
First off: The "new" Hanger 9 Cub. Essentially the PNP version except, I bought the ARF and the motor--I already had the radio gear. On a side note, anyone thinking of giving glow a whirl, this Evo .46NT is a awesome motor. Started and idled almost instantly. I ran a tank though it just to be sure. Three flights so far not a dead stick yet. 
I'm turning a 11X6 Prop, but looking for 12X4. As it is the plane takes off in 15 feet at half throttle. The best part though, thanks to RCG members, I sold off various parts such as motors and ESC's I had kicking around to pay for the Cub and motor...total out of pocket was a mere TEN BUCKS!!!
On a side note, anyone thinking of giving glow a whirl, this Evo .46NT is a awesome motor. Started and idled almost instantly. I ran a tank though it just to be sure. Three flights so far not a dead stick yet. I'm turning a 11X6 Prop, but looking for 12X4. As it is the plane takes off in 15 feet at half throttle. The best part though, thanks to RCG members, I sold off various parts such as motors and ESC's I had kicking around to pay for the Cub and motor...total out of pocket was a mere TEN BUCKS!!!
