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JohnPearson:
Well I have done it again, yes, purchased another glider because, it was a wee bargain. I got the Fly fly Fox 3m, from Slough RC models for £160, normally £230 in most model shops, also they only charged me £6.50 for p&p and two day delivery.

On inspection the kit looks good, well packed and a good finish, the build should be quick as with most of the flyfly range. Here are a few spec:

Specification
Wingspan: 3000mm (118.11")
Length: 1520mm (59.84")
Weight: 1700 - 1900g
Servos: 5x 9g, 1x Standard
Radio System: 4 - 5 Ch. (Req.)
Wing Section: Eppler 205











I will keep you all updated with the build and test flights.

johnp

Happy Days:
Now that’s interesting John, and unquestionably a very good price. :D

 I’ve been told that Fly Fly models tend to be of ‘light weight’ construction and consequentially not very strong.

Having had a chance to take a close look at your model what do you think? My greatest concern would be about the strength of the fuse, how does it look to you?
Is it a built up wing or foam core?

Keith

Alan_Perse:
Looks like a nice model John.

--- Quote from: "Happy Days" ---Is it a built up wing or foam core?
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Thats what I'd like to know as well. Looking at the root of the wing in one of your pictures it looks like a built up wing to me.

JohnPearson:
Hi Keith

Overall the the glider looks good, no twists or damage to the parts. The only concern I have is at the back of the fuselage where the tail meets, the glass is  thick here, however the sides do flex a little due to poor bracing supports inside the fuselage at this point ( most likey to safe weight). Other than that, I think overall, it is good value for money. Fly fly gliders fly well, if you want a standard fun model at a price, however, even spending £300 or more for a glider, does not mean that it will be any better quality, just look at my vector 3, great flying model but sh*# quality fuselage!

A new 3m glider at this price,  :lol: after all it will give me a good base for when the big 5m fox comes along later this year :wink:

andrew wallace:
nice one john
i had ordered one through bill's hobbies here in coleraine last year and never got it there was some problem with ripmax and now the fly fly models are hard to get
can't wait to see it fly you'll have it ready for Moneymore in april  :D

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