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RE: New Funtana 125
[quote]ORIGINAL: captinjohn Funtana owners...I need a right side wing for a 100X    Please help me find one.  Thanks Capt,n<img alt='''' src=''http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/js/fckeditor/editor/images/smiley/msn/confused.gif'' /> [/quote] All I have left is the left wing.
Posted on: 11/3/2011 9:13 PM by Author "darylm44"
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RE: New Funtana 125
No Bus, just mud. I was on my final when another flyer called out dead stick. I hesitated trying to decide whether to go ahead and land or go around. Lost air speed and stalled. When I noticed it start to stagger I gave it power but it was pointed down by the time the engine took hold.
Posted on: 10/28/2011 6:16 PM by Author "darylm44"
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RE: New Funtana 125
Lost my Funtana Sunday. Don't know whether I will get another one or something else.
Posted on: 10/25/2011 10:52 PM by Author "darylm44"
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RE: New Funtana 125
I have a RCG 30 on mine and it flies great with unlimited verticle at 1/2 throttle. Had a RCG 26 on it for awhile and it only flew it OK. I think the DLE 20 makes more power than the RCG 26 so it should be fine.
Posted on: 10/2/2011 9:34 PM by Author "darylm44"
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: New Funtana 125
I guess that I should state that I don't intend to do anything about the yellowing. It is not noticeable once the airplane is a few feet from the bench so I am just going to fly it. I am really liking the RCG 30 on this plane. If I was using the DLE 20 I would have to add weight to the nose in order to balance, but I am sure the DLE 20 flys it with authority.
Posted on: 9/21/2011 3:09 PM by Author "darylm44"
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10727887
RE: New Funtana 125
Had my first dead stick on the RCG30[:(] Guess I should have refueled before that last flight [:@][:@] Tried to make one to many circles and missed the runway. Landed in some tall grass behind an area of tall willow brush. Had some minor damage but noticed that my covering has started to yellow. It has taken 2 seasons but it finally happened. We have finally had some sunny days again this year. I guess that is what triggers the yellowing.
Posted on: 9/18/2011 10:38 AM by Author "darylm44"
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10722607
RE: New Funtana 125
Well I got a chance to fly my Funtana 125 between storms today. All I can say is WOW [:D] [:D] [:D] There is no question of unlimited vertical now and the engine is not even broke in. I would definitely recommend the RCG 30 cc as a low cost engine for this plane. When I originally built the Funtana I shortened the motor box by 1 in to fit the RCG 26. If I was starting from scratch I would shorten it by 1.5 in for the RCG 30. I had to shorten the standoffs by 1/2 in. to make it fit in the cowl. Looking forward to some better weather without rain and 8 to 10 mph winds. It was 68* with gusts to 15 at the field today. Sure would be nice if we could share some of that with you guys in the hot country.
Posted on: 8/4/2011 7:33 PM by Author "darylm44"
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10655928
RE: New Funtana 125
I built mine using an RCG 26 from Hobby King ($129) and it flew well but did not have unlimited vertical. I am now replacing that engine with the RCG 30 from Hobby King ($219). It makes 3.9 hp compared to 2.6 hp and weighs 5 oz less. I am also using a smaller fuel tank to keep the plane as light as possible. It is not a simple change as the motor mount holes are about a half a hole wider than the RCG 26 and the throttle servo has to be mounted on the other side of the plane and near the top of the fuse. I am getting ready to balance the plane today and think I have enough room to move the batteries foreword to balance the plane without using any lead. I did use a pull pull system on the rudder when I built this plane. I will let you know how it all works out when I get a chance to fly the plane.
Posted on: 8/1/2011 8:20 AM by Author "darylm44"
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10649313
RE: New Funtana 125
[quote]ORIGINAL: Slow and Steady Just looked at 3D Hobby Shops and their new orange AJ Slik; awghly tempting at $389!! Glad the scheme is not available in 50cc or I would really be opening my wallet. Guess I will have to keep flying the Funtana for now. Erieqc, I wish the addage ''you get what you pay for'' was true, but some of the pricey appliances I have purchased in the last 15 years seem to be made by American companies that have not learned any lessons from Detroits previous planned oppsolecense routines. [/quote] I opened my new 3D Hobby Shop 57" Extra yesterday and to be truthful I am seriously disappointed. It had the worst covering job that has come with a ARF since I started building. After several hours with my heat gun, iron, and a straight pin, I have it looking just OK. The landing gear holes were filled with glue and so far 2 of the slots for the control horns had to have glue cleaned out. I paid just under $400 to get this plane delivered to Alaska. I really am not trying to bash 3D Hobby Shop since I know stuff happens and have several friends that have built their planes without problems. It just seems like none of these kits are perfect all the time. I have not had any yellowing problem with my Funtana. Wish we had enough sun this time of year for that to be a problem. [&o][&o] Other than that my Funtana is doing well with my $139 RCG 26cc on the nose. It took a bit to break in the engine but it continues to get stronger.
Posted on: 2/12/2011 4:07 PM by Author "darylm44"
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: New Funtana 125
I will say hello for you. I should see him a week from thrusday unless he is out on vacation.
Posted on: 12/28/2010 9:16 PM by Author "darylm44"
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10224236
RE: New Funtana 125
[quote]ORIGINAL: Mastertech [b]Glad you tried it, this simple mod makes this a great airplane out of a dog. I think I ended up nearly a inch in front of the CG range they recommended. I had several others in my Club fly it before and after, they all agreed it was a hand full as built, much nicer after the Mods. Tim[/b] [/quote] I will try moving my CG forward some. Right now I am in the middle of the recommended range. I am going to put a larger tank in it also. I am using an eight oz tank now and just barely getting 8 minute flights with little reserve. Haven't been flying it much lately, the weather has been cold 5 - 20 F with a lot of ice fog or wind on the days I could have flown. Days are finally getting longer but it will take another month to see much improvement. Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Daryl
Posted on: 12/24/2010 3:04 PM by Author "darylm44"
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10216273
RE: New Funtana 125
[quote]ORIGINAL: darylm44 [quote]ORIGINAL: Mastertech Finally got a dead calm day to test the changes I made to the 'Tana. My set up is just like the factory elect setup. Power110 APC 17x8 HV85 5s5000 x 2 The measurements on the airplane when first flown were 0-0-0 I flew the airplane about a dozen flights adjusting the control throws and expo to my liking. I also moved the CG to the front
Posted on: 10/27/2010 1:13 AM by Author "darylm44"
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10096961
RE: New Funtana 125
Had a chance to fly the funtana again this afternoon with a couple of different props. Tried a 17-6 and a 16-8. I liked the 17-6 best. The engine turned 7500 rpms on the 17-6 and the plane flew much better. Even knife edge was much better than with the 18-6 tunigy prop. The plane does land like a pussycat, just give it a little throttle before touchdown and it floats right in.
Posted on: 10/13/2010 11:18 PM by Author "darylm44"
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10067390
RE: New Funtana 125
[quote]ORIGINAL: Mastertech Finally got a dead calm day to test the changes I made to the 'Tana. My set up is just like the factory elect setup. Power110 APC 17x8 HV85 5s5000 x 2 The measurements on the airplane when first flown were 0-0-0 I flew the airplane about a dozen flights adjusting the control throws and expo to my liking. I also moved the CG to the front of the CG range from middle of the recommended range. I found the airplane to be a chore to fly and just not fun at all. The control throws were far to sensitive for my taste. The airplane had a noticeable pull to the gear in the down lines and up lines and the KE was vicious to the gear. Landings were shall we say un-nerving having to hold a good bit of down elevator. Totally unacceptable for precision sport flying IMHO. I decided to move the CG forward and recheck, things got better but still not fun. I'd had enough of this airplane and decided to try a few things I thought would help. I refuse to fly an airplane that doesn't behave and do what I tell it to within reason. I've flown a lot of sport airplanes over the last 35 years and none of them fly really well, some have really nasty habits and some come pretty close to being very fun. Here's what I changed, 1. I blocked the airplane up and stuck my measuring devices on it and ensured where I started at and it was 0-0-0 measured from the canopy rail. 2. I added wing adjusters to the main wing pins and slotted the rear pins. I adjusted both wings to .5 positive. 3. I added 1 degree down thrust to the motor. 4. Moved the CG to about 1/4'' in front of the recommended CG range. I then went today and flew the airplane in dead calm winds. I can report that these changes have made a world of difference in this airplane. The pull to the gear is gone in the vertical up and down lines, the KE push to the gear is far less than it was, on the order of 2/3 less. The landings are now more normal with the airplane almost landing itself in a slight nose up attitude, no more having to push down elevator to set it up. The entire airplane now feels more locked in in all flight axis than it was, before it was always hunting in pitch. The elevator is softer around neutral than it was which is nice. Over all I believe these changes have made this a far better sport plane than it was before. If your a sport flier with this airplane you might want to try these mods. If you're a 3D hovering type I doubt you'll like these changes, I really don't know as that isn't my style of flying. I'm now pleased with the Tana and shall continue to refine it as time progresses, I just can't seem to leave anything alone for long. [:D] [/quote] Are you still flying this plane? I am thinking about making your modifications to see if it improves handling. Have you tried anything else.
Posted on: 10/10/2010 3:16 PM by Author "darylm44"
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: New Funtana 125
I have 5 tanks of gas through the RCG 26 now and am ready to start tuning it up and finding the right prop. The only prop I had for it is an 18-6 which is the maximum recommended. I think it is over proped right now and running rich because it is only turning 7100 rpms which makes it fly very slow. The engine has never died on me so I have kept it rich for the breaking. We are going to town tomorrow so I will try to pick up a 17-6 and a 16-8. One of our young pilots in the club had a RCG 26 and says it ran best on the 16-8. Hopefully I can pick up some substantial rpms and increase the planes flying speed. I have tried to knife edge a couple of times and it seems to pull to the canopy heavily. Loops and rolls are OK after I increased my expo some. At this time I am a little disappointed, it doesn't seem to fly as good as the Freenzy I am replacing and certainly does not compare with my Focus Sport. Hopefully as I get things sorted out I will be more pleased.
Posted on: 10/7/2010 1:55 AM by Author "darylm44"
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RE: New Funtana 125
The wind finally died down this afternoon and I was able to maiden the Funtana. The RCG 26cc had one tank of gas through it so I just flew slow circles with a few up lines while breaking the engine in. It took about 4 clicks of up trim to fly straight and level. The ailerons were a little sensitive for me so I increased the expo and the plane settled in and flys very gentle. I did not try high rates yet because it was a little cold and I was more than a little nerves. I think I am going to like this plane.
Posted on: 10/5/2010 12:45 AM by Author "darylm44"
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http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=10048271
RE: New Funtana 125
I have finally mounted my RCG 26 gasser and am getting ready to maiden my Funtana 125. A friend and I ran a tank of gas through the engine and it seems to have smoothed out quit a bit. I have to secure a few things and if the weather permits we will maiden it tomorrow. I shortened the motor box by 1" so the cowl would fit and the plane balances easily.
Posted on: 9/30/2010 12:17 AM by Author "darylm44"
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RE: New Funtana 125
[quote]ORIGINAL: ghoffman That seems to be the deal with many of the RC plane companies.  I think EF sold out of the 78 Inch Extras in a very short time, and I would have bought an AJ Slick from 3DHS if they were in stock.  Even mainstream H9 planes like the popular  (I assume) Ultra Stick has had limited availability for friends of mine.  [/quote] I emailed HH regarding the Ultra Stick 60 and they replied that it is no longer in production and will not be available in the foreseeable future.[:o][:o]
Posted on: 8/30/2010 4:00 PM by Author "darylm44"
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: New Funtana 125
[quote]ORIGINAL: Slow and Steady Daddyo, I am sure this is not the first plane you have balanced; it just seems like 18 oz is excessive from my experience. I added 6 oz (located directly across from the engine cylinder), and the engine OS 75 AX with Bisson Pitts, weighs approximately 25 oz. The Futaba 3050's I used weigh approximately 1.7 oz. , with 3 in the tail. My battery, which was a lipo 7.4 2100 and weighed around 4 oz, was just behind the bulkhead. Just thought you might want to compare. Good Luck [/quote] I will check things out again but I will tell you that it is very tail heavy. After thinking about it I have ordered a RCG 26 cc gasser. I would like this plane to fly really well and the Satio 100 is probably to small. I just had it and am retired cheap.
Posted on: 8/29/2010 6:56 PM by Author "darylm44"
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9967715
RE: New Funtana 125
The Satio 100 with muffler weighs 20.9 oz. I used the provided hardware which was fairly heavy for the elevator haves and the pull pull system does not save 100% of the servo you move. You have a double control horn and the weight of the wire to add back. I am trying to balance at the forward recommended balance point. There are a few things I could still do to reduce weight in the tail, like cut off the extra threads from the control horns and replace the push rods with Carbon Fiber. I am using JR841 in the tail and they are slightly heavier than the recommended Servos. I could look for some lighter ones but since everyone thinks the Satio 100 is to small to power this plane anyway I thought I would try the 26 cc gasser and have plenty of power and be able to balance more easily.
Posted on: 8/28/2010 7:07 PM by Author "darylm44"
in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: New Funtana 125
I finally got all my parts and it does appear that the Satio 100 will not work with this plane. Even after I moved the rudder servo to a pull pull system I would need about 18 oz of additional weight in the nose to balance this plane. This is with the Rx battery and the throttle servo moved forward to the box with the firewall. I am now looking at the Rcg 26 gasser, any recommendations.
Posted on: 8/28/2010 1:52 AM by Author "darylm44"
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RE: Engine setback on a ultra stick 60??
I crashed my US 60 a while back and saved all the pieces. I have been trying to decide weather to attempt a fix or replace the plane, since it was one of my favorites. Noticed that Horizon has had these on backorder for some time and them changed the status to "temp out of production" and then removed it from their site. So I emailed them asking when and if the US 60 would be available. Their response was that they have discontinued the US 60 and it will not be available in the foreseeable future. So I guess I will get to improve my reconstruction abilities. What a shame this is such a nice plane to fly. There are 5 or 6 of them in our club. They do really well on floats. Why would they discontinue a popular plane???????
Posted on: 8/21/2010 12:54 PM by Author "darylm44"
in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: Focus Sport 110 YS Powered
[quote]ORIGINAL: randy10926 by the way. the mag 120 has more power than the saito 120. [/quote] I didn't know that. I just know it has been a great motor for this plane.
Posted on: 8/21/2010 12:34 PM by Author "darylm44"
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RE: New Funtana 125
[quote]ORIGINAL: Mastertech Quality Plastic gear servos are fine. I would not run the 821's however. This airplane isn't big by any stretch and it doesn't fly fast unless you force it to. [/quote] Why wouldn't you use the 821's? They have been flawless in my Freenzy 100 and Focus Sport. I have been running them on a 2300 mah 2S A123 battery packs.
Posted on: 8/14/2010 11:57 AM by Author "darylm44"
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RE: New Funtana 125
[quote]ORIGINAL: RealViking If you check my posting from January (Post 393) You can see how I made my Pull Pull rudder and no need to add any dead weight. [/quote] I saw your post and was impressed that you found the correct position to punch a hole in the covering on the first try. How did you figure that? Can you tell me how far back on the fuse that point is? If you get it wrong woun't the pull pull cable tear the covering?
Posted on: 8/9/2010 11:39 PM by Author "darylm44"
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http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=9922840
RE: New Funtana 125
I would like to hear from someone who has actually flown this plane with a Satio 100? I don't want to seem rude but I heard a lot of similar comments regarding the Satio 100 in my Freenzy 100 and found I had unlimited vertical and plenty of power to hover when I took it to the field.
Posted on: 8/9/2010 9:09 PM by Author "darylm44"
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RE: New Funtana 125
I have recently purchased a Funtana 125 and have a couple of questions. 1. Has anyone flown this plane with a Satio 100? I plan on using this engine which flew a Freenzy 100 very well. How does it fly with the 100? 2. How do you determine where to go through the covering when you use a pull pull system? Reading here I believe I need to make this modification in order to minimize CG problems.
Posted on: 8/9/2010 1:57 PM by Author "darylm44"
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RE: Focus Sport 110 YS Powered
That is the same prop that I am using.
Posted on: 8/1/2010 1:47 AM by Author "darylm44"
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RE: Focus Sport 110 YS Powered
That is interesting, I have unlimited vertical with my Magnum 120. It will go strait up as far as I can see orientation. I can't believe the Magnum 120 4 stroke is stronger than a Satio 120.
Posted on: 7/30/2010 9:29 PM by Author "darylm44"
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RE: Focus Sport 110 YS Powered
I have no experience with the YS91 but I would fly my Focus Sport with a Satio 100 if I hadn't had the magnum 120 available. I fly at 3/4 throttle most of the time with the 120
Posted on: 7/29/2010 12:47 AM by Author "darylm44"
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