*Unofficial* FT Simple Cub

[CrossedUpChris]

Sadly the B power pack recommended has a bell type motor the CF2822. From my own experience I find that the motor mount is easily damaged, works itself loose and the motor shaft is very easily bent. I won't be ordering the B pack as I envisage handing mine off to a club newbie and I do not want to make a rod for my own back!

Just doing a quick search of HK I think I will be ordering and using the Turnigy D2822/14 1450 Kv and a suitable SF prop or perhaps a similar motor with a slightly lower Kv rating.

At least I will be able to source new motor shafts!

Have fun!

I'm in the UK so I tend to just order the most suitable motor I can or usually, use whatever I have.

In my usual fashion I'll use a motor I already have that isn't entirely suitable. I have a 1900kv 2826 that can take a 7x5 on 3s. Should do for now.

 

[SP0NZ]

Not only will there be kits, but there will also be a FT Simple Cub group build in the Build Series Tent on Friday, July 14, from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM. You can find the event schedule here:
http://www.flitefest.com/s/Flite-Fest-East-2017-Schedule-of-Events-xlsw.pdf

I am hoping they will have kits at FliteFest East fun Build and Fly with the kids.

 

[agordon8233]

I ordered my speed built kit yesterday. Can't wait for it to arrive.

 

[GKNIPP]

Just wondering if the plans for the floats will be released with the Simple Cub as well. I can't wait for the plans to be released. Such an excellent design. GREAT JOB!!!!

 

[uLightMe]

Racerstar BR2830 1300KV

Hi, I know that the recommended power pack is B (EMax 2822) but I'd like to know if a 2830 1300KV would also work and perhaps, what (if any) issues can I expect by using this bigger motor?

I appreciate your help.

 

[SP0NZ]

Just wondering if the plans for the floats will be released with the Simple Cub as well. I can't wait for the plans to be released. Such an excellent design. GREAT JOB!!!!

I have not seen the floats yet, but I would expect they will be released shortly after the Cub.

 

[SP0NZ]

Hi, I know that the recommended power pack is B (EMax 2822) but I'd like to know if a 2830 1300KV would also work and perhaps, what (if any) issues can I expect by using this bigger motor?

I appreciate your help.

I plan on trying it with a bigger (C-pack size) motor myself.

 

[French]

Sponz, I asked the the Tubby thread, but I'd like your input too. Do you think this would fly well with a 2205 2300kv motor on a 6x4.5x2?

I realize I'll need to come up with a mounting solution.

 

[SP0NZ]

Sponz, I asked the the Tubby thread, but I'd like your input too. Do you think this would fly well with a 2205 2300kv motor on a 6x4.5x2?

I realize I'll need to come up with a mounting solution.

That might be a bit of a challenge. I think this plane might be a little too big for a mini sized power setup.

 

[French]

Thanks, Dan.

 

[rockyboy]

Hi, I know that the recommended power pack is B (EMax 2822) but I'd like to know if a 2830 1300KV would also work and perhaps, what (if any) issues can I expect by using this bigger motor?

I appreciate your help.

It will certainly swing the recommended 8x4.5 prop with ease - and going with a bigger prop will just get you closer to that 3D hovering and unlimited vertical performance.

I think the main thing to watch for with the bigger motor will be the weight different and moving the battery back a bit to compensate - I think the design will have plenty of lift to account for the weight though, it'll just increase the stall speed a bit.

 

[SoylentGreen4579]

just checking in .... is it Wednesday enough yet?

 

[XDmToter]

just checking in .... is it Wednesday enough yet?

I see the plans are linked in the first post now.

 

[rustygunns]

Wooohooooo, got the notice yesterday. shipping says it'll be delivered on Friday. with any luck I'll be at the field with it saturday

 

[uLightMe]

wow, only 3 sheets of foam board (not counting powerpod)!!! whooohooo .... I'm ready to cut!

 

[SP0NZ]

just checking in .... is it Wednesday enough yet?

Yes. Yes it is.

 

[hogtownjon]

As always thanks for the plans FT and Dan. Also just printed them in the new B Size. Thanks for that new time saver too Dan.

 

[GKNIPP]

What is the difference between the "A" and " B" size drawings please?

 

[hogtownjon]

Take a look at post 550 by Dan on his Plan Index post
http://forum.flitetest.com/showthread.php?17136-SP0NZ-Plans-Index/page55

Its for printing on US-Letter vs US Ledger if you have access to a bigger printer.

 

[SP0NZ]

What is the difference between the "A" and " B" size drawings please?

A-size is the normal/standard tile size that all of the previous plans have used. It's setup to print on US letter (or A-Size) and ISO A4 (metric) paper sizes. That's your standard 8 1/2 x 11 paper that most home/office printers use.

B-Size is new and meant for US ledger (or B-Size) and ISO A3 (metric) paper sizes. If your in the US, that is 11 x 17 paper. I've had a lot of request for this size to be added.