Freewing Rebel V2

[dahawk]

I realize there's not much out there on this plane yet as it's just been re-introduced.

I'm looking to buy the kit version and stuff it with recycled components from some early retirements( don't ask). Have a Dynam 70mm edf/motor setup as well as Freewing 70mm edf/motor setup available.

Have a few questions:

1). What are the major improvements in the V2 over the original Cobra?
2). Does this plane stand a chance on grass?  Will LG handle short grass or too much drag ?
3). Has anyone tried installing an AR636a( from PZ Sukhoi) in an edf?   My thinking is that if anything needs a panic button, it's an edf that tucks hard into uncontrollable spin.

Cheers,

Dave

[dahawk]

RE: Freewing Rebel V2

Thanks Matt,

Helpful. I think I may go ahead with this one in kit form. I have the required innards ready to go. Might as well use them.  Then I'll go with the 80mm F5N

Might wait till Black Friday to see if there's more incentive.

Salutations,

Dave  :)

[twelti]

RE: Freewing Rebel V2

Can anyone comment on how they set up their rx? Just wondering what yous are using and where you are mounting it. I have had some trouble fitting the 3000 mah battery in (specifically the cable itself). figured that out after a bit, but still wondering about the rx. it's mighty tight in there!

Any other notes on flying/landing appreciated. I'll be flying off of 450 foot runway - no grass. Getting ready to maiden as soon as I figure out the rx and set up throws etc. I have an Admiral 3000 mah batt and around 1 oz in the nose for cg.