I have no doubt a bunch of threads exist using A123's with the Formosa, but I couldn't uncover them so sorry if somebody's beat this subject to death.

Anyway I was going to build a nitro FormosaII but I've been using A123's in other planes and thought I'd try them with the Formosa. I have an Eflight 450 motor (850kw)and a 25A ESC from a mini pulse XT and thought I'd use that.

So go with a 3 or 4 cell?
1100 or 2300 mah cells?

Steve

Looking for a good lightly used well cared for Blade MSR RTF or BNF. I have a radio so I don't really need the RTF but would consider it as I have an MCX that my son is learning to fly.

I can go as high as $125 shipped to Mississippi. Would prefer PayPal.

Thanks,
Alan.

Does anyone know if an old Airtronics Vector 2CH 75mhz radio matched with a RCD Shredder Micro receiver will work in a park flyer??? I have it sitting around and was thinking of using it for a 2Ch (Airleron, elevator) multiplex fox project. This would be my first project plan in a long time. Any idea on range??? I used it in an old rc car prior.

Thanks.

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Hello All,
The question of "What should I cover my new model with?" comes up pretty frequently here. Since there's a mind-boggling variety of materials and brands available I thought it might be a good time to gather the recommendations, links and info in one place. If you just want the links without the talk, go here and scroll to "Coverings";
http://www.wattflyer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=14117
For weights, brands, How-To's, and threads.
The first topic will be the most widely-used material;
Iron-On Films.
Iron-on films have been around since the 1960's, the first (I believe) in the US being Top Flite Monokote. These are thin plastic or polymer sheets with a heat-activated adhesive backing. Generally sold in 6' foot rolls that are 25" to 28" wide, most come with a clear backing sheet to protect the adhesive. The backing sheet must be removed before use. Prices range from $8.00 to $20.00 per roll.
They are applied with a "Sealing iron", a shoe-shaped heating iron with adjustable temperature control. Most quality irons have a teflon coating to avoid scratching the material. A thin cotton "Sock" is sometimes used for the same purpose. The film can then be heat-shrunk tight with (either) the iron or a heat gun.
Since then many other brands and types have appeared, but for our purposes we can divide them into three general groups.
Micro or Ultra Light iron-on films.
The "Micros" are a fairly recent addition to the field. Used mainly for small models, they have the lowest application temperature, are thin and light and come in a limited array of colors. They are temperature-safe for balsa and foam models. Brand names are MicroLite, So-Lite + Nelson Litefilm. Weight is about 1.9 to 2.5 grams per square foot. The Micros have a good adhesive, shrink well, are easy to apply and are fairly strong in puncture-resistance, although not as durable as the thicker and heavier films. The colors may fade over time from exposure to bright sunlight. Used for models up to about 1-1/2 pounds (780 grams) RTF weight and 400 square inch wing area.
Foam-Safe or Mid-Weight iron-on films.
Soon after the introduction of Monokote, it was discovered that the application temperature of the film was too high for foam models. It would melt or bubble most common foam material; If the iron was turned down to a safe temperature, it didn't activate the adhesive properly.
Next, manufacturers filled the void with lower-temp films; "Foam-Safe" iron on's. Top Flite introduced EconoKote, soon we saw UltraCote, Solarfilm, Polycote, TowerKote and several more.
Foam-Safe's come in a wide range of colors (although not as many as the heavier films), are easy to apply and have a good, but limited, shrink rate. They are more puncture-resistant than Micros, but are not quite as strong as the heavier films. For models up to several pounds, material weight 3.0 to 5.5 grams per square foot.
Full Weight or Standard iron-on's.
The "Heavies". Most famously, MonoKote, WorldTex, SIG AeroKote, Coverite Super, Coverite 21st Century, Glosstex. By far the widest range of colors; transparent, metallic, pearl, military flat, checkerboard or pattern, florescent, frosted. Thickest material, highest application temperature, not safe for foam. Easy to apply, will mold around compound curves well, highest shrink rate. Will easily warp or crush light balsa structure while shrinking. A few have a textured or "weave" finish to replicate fabric-covered surfaces. Material weight 5.0 to 13.5 grams per square foot. For use on the largest size models.
Here is a good photo and text tutorial on covering with iron-on's;
http://www.rc-airplane-advisor.com/h...-covering.html
There are many other types of covering materials and finishes. I'll add more information soon, in the meantime, any tips, comments and links will be appreciated!
Hope this is helpful,
Ron