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Q1 Moki or Fuji for TF Giant P-51? Question ?
Q2 B-36 crazy? Question ?
Q3 Which engine for Iron Bay Corsair? Question ?
Q4 TF P-51 build static but make flyable? Question ?
Q5 Ziroli B-25 kit cutter? Question ?
Q6 Where can I get a PCM Me-109? Question ?
Q7 Good first scale warbird? Question ?
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Question 1: "HELLO: MY QUESTION IS : WHAT ENGINE IS MORE BETTER FOR MY P 51 1/5 SCALE TOP FLITE ARF? I HAVE 2 ENGINES MOKI 2.10 AND FUJI BT 64 . WHAT IS BETTER FOR MY PLANE???? THE PROBLEM IS THE COWLING ENGINE THE IDEA IS MINUS CUTS IN THE COWLING. THE POWER IN THE ENGINES ????? THANKS. SORRY FOR MY INGLISH. Pablo"

Mike: "Hi Pablo, The Fuji is a little larger engine and therefore has more power, but the Moki has more than enough power for this plane and should fly it well.  The Moki is also a forward carb engine and therefore will work better in a P-51 than a side mounted carb engine like the Fuji.  So if I had the choice of the two I would go with the Moki using a Pitts style muffler.  I hope this helps."

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Question 2: "I have a problem.  I have got this absolutely crazy idea to build and fly a RC B-36.  I have searched the web and have seen a couple of great models.  Some too big (Mr. James Anderson’s 19 foot wing span) – some just a little too small and/or electrics (what is the point of building such a magnificent machine without the sound of at least “6 turning”). 

I was about to give up on finding a good starting point when I came across your web site and Roger Layton’s magnificent B-36.  “Now that’s exactly what I have been looking for!” I said to myself. 

Now I know what  “club type” web pages are, and how a usually non paid staff try to keep up with things (I built one for our club – a real learning experience).  With this in mind and what I can gather from the date from one of the pictures on the plan, Roger’s B-36 was build around 1998, any plans, design notes, and even the plane my not exist.

With all this in mind, I still have to ask if anyone in your organization knows Roger, or of his building plans and/or if you think he would mind sharing information on his beautiful aircraft with me? Sincerely Glenn Choate"

Mike: Hi Glenn,Thanks for visiting RCWarbirds.com.  The B-36 is a one of a kind type of plane and as far as I know no one produces a kit or plans for this plane.  Although I do not have any way of contacting Roger to get more info I know it was scratch built from 3-view drawings.  I don't know if you have scratch built before but if this is something you would like to try I was able to find this 3-view drawing that might help you get started.  I have also found a web site of someone who started building one four years ago.  You may want to get and contact them.

http://www.b-36peacemakermuseum.org/History/fundraiser.htm

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Question 3: "Dear Sir, I am from greece and i have the Iron Bay Corsair f4u. At the moment i am in us atlanta, and i am looking for glow engines for this model what do you thing about the g4500 or the O.S. BGX1 3500. thanks in advance p.panagiotonakos"

Mike: "Sorry for the delayed response however I don't think the OS engine is going to give you the performance you would like.  The G4500 is on the edge based on the recommandation of Iron Bay.  They suggest a 50cc or larger engine for the Corsair so I would recommend the Fuji 50 or a Zenoah G62 for this plane."

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Question 4: "Mike,I look at RCWarbirds.com site all the time to look at all the neat planes and video. My question is, I want to build an airplane just for looks right now, I am looking at the P-51 mustang from top flite, however might want to fly in the future.  Do you have any recommendations on how to build to make it flyable in the future? Sorry for the goofy question. Patrick Chapman"

Mike: "Hi Patrick, If you are going to build a TF P-51 to eventually make it a flying model the best thing to do is just build it per the instruction manual.  When it comes to the installation of the engine and radio equipment just skip those steps until you are ready to make the plane flyable. The only other area to consider when building is the landing gear.  The kit comes with fixed gear wires but shows how to install retractable landing gear.  You may want to go ahead and install the retracts now to save some time down the road.  Plus it will give you two options for displaying the plane either with the wheels up or down.  One last option for you to consider.  Top Flite now makes what is called and ARC "Almost Ready to Cover" version of it's P-51 this is basically a completely built airplane that just needs some minor construction and to be covered and painted.   I hope this helps and if you have any more questions please let me know."

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Question 5: " Hi, I'm going to get a Ziroli B-25 wingspan 101" kit from Presison Cut Kit's. From what I have read they are one of the best laser kit cutters with a tight fit for all the parts. My question is what type cutting of the kit does Ziroli Plans Co. use to cut there kits? I'm thinking that Presision Cut Kit is the better fit. Thanks, John Bannon"

Mike: "Hi John, As far as I know Ziroli Plans does not cut their own kits, it generally lets third party companies like Precision cut kits for them.  There are however many different companies that cut this kit so shop it around to get the best price.  I have include a couple more that cut Ziroli kits.  One thing to keep in mind with kits like this, the quality of the cut kit is only as good as the plans.  Generally you will find that designers that hand draw the plans are less accurate than those cut from CAD drawn plans.
http://www.laserlizard.com/
www.theaeroplaneworks.com
www.aero-accessories.com

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Question 6: "Do you know how to get ahold of a PMC Models Me109 kit?"

Mike: "Hi Cal, First did you me the PCM ME109 as I am not aware of an PMC Models ME109.  If you meant the PCM 109 that plane is no longer sold by PCM it was sold to Miester Scale a few months back.  It will soon be available again."

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Question 7: Hi, I really want to get into scratch building warbirds, I have been in rc for 3 years now flying an ultra stick. I have plans for a 1/6th scale Spitfire, 1/6th P-51 B/C or D as well as plans for a Ryan STA/M. I was thinking to start with the Ryan because they were used as trainers during WWII. My question, is this a good first scale warbird to cut one’s teeth on?

Mike: "Hi Deon, First let me say that low wing planes handle differently than a high wing plane. So if all you have been flying is a high wing Ultra Stick my suggestion to you is start with a low wing 55" to 60" wingspan ARF with a low wing loading like an AT-6.  Then move to a higher wing loaded ARF like a P-51 in about the same size range, this will give you a chance to get familiar with the flying characteristics of these types of planes.  There is nothing worse that spending a lot of time and money building a kit or scratch built plane only to wind up crashing it, and I can speak from experience on this.  I seen a lot of really good pilots crash so it happens to everyone.  If you want to build that big plane that you see everyone at the field with go ahead just don't get lured in to flying it before you are ready. 

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