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sanjoh · 04-07-2006, 09:24 AM

How much does the plane weigh? What engine?

I owned one for a while. Get the weight down if you want 3d. Major issues with mine: ABS cowl (plane on replacing it), canopy (OMG what a rock!, I think they inteded it be bulletproof), remove/replace abs wheelpants. I replaced the above with components from Hostetler. The wingtube is another opportunity for weight reduction. Originally started with bme 100, replaced with 75cc chainsaw conversion. The conversion had lower installed weight than the 100 with very similar performance on 26x10 prop.

It can't compare to todays planes unless the builder was very focused on weight reduction. Some the 50cc planes have similar wing area at 1560sqin. I would only purchase if it is very inexpensive and you are willing to spend more $ to get it to 3d.

04-07-2006, 09:24 AM	#2
sanjoh Flyin' Around Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Suthern USA Posts: 5	Re: Lanier 35% Giles 202 questions How much does the plane weigh? What engine? I owned one for a while. Get the weight down if you want 3d. Major issues with mine: ABS cowl (plane on replacing it), canopy (OMG what a rock!, I think they inteded it be bulletproof), remove/replace abs wheelpants. I replaced the above with components from Hostetler. The wingtube is another opportunity for weight reduction. Originally started with bme 100, replaced with 75cc chainsaw conversion. The conversion had lower installed weight than the 100 with very similar performance on 26x10 prop. It can't compare to todays planes unless the builder was very focused on weight reduction. Some the 50cc planes have similar wing area at 1560sqin. I would only purchase if it is very inexpensive and you are willing to spend more $ to get it to 3d.