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Old 02-01-2013, 06:35 PM
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Need help deciding on my next hobby purchase

Background: I have a Subaru Forester and can really only carry one giant scale plane at a time. I currently own two ready to fly planes--AJ Slick 104" with DA120 and an Extreme Flight 88" Edge with DA60. I have a NIB Extreme Flight 104" Extra EXP as a Slick backup because both of those are hard to get.

So, I am thinking of my purchase this year and I have come up with three options, but I am open to others. Any of these will be all I can budget this year.

1) Outfit the 104" EF Extra and have two 35% planes
2) Get another 30% plane and outfit it (lots of choices, H9 Carden Extra, EF Extra, EF upcoming Yak, etc)
3) I currently have an 8fg, so I could upgrade to a 18MZ and have a top radio for maybe 10 years with the updates

I'm not in a hurry but any suggestions that are constructive are appreciated!
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Old 02-01-2013, 07:03 PM
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[QUOTE=AeroSheldon;1901400]Background: I have a Subaru Forester and can really only carry one giant scale plane at a time.

So, I am thinking of my purchase this year and I have come up with three options, but I am open to others.

How about buying a trailer, or a larger vehicle ? It seems that either would make your life a little easier.
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Old 02-01-2013, 07:05 PM
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I was thinking the same thing,next purchase = trailer
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Old 02-01-2013, 07:26 PM
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You two would be soooo right if I did not live in a spot that is run by evildoers and the like. I should have pointed that out.

No vehicles or trailers can sit out. Here is my garage too!
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Old 02-01-2013, 07:34 PM
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Could keep trailer at a rental yard.
could be pricey
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Old 02-01-2013, 07:43 PM
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I would save your money. You have some awesome planes and kick A$$ equipment.
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Old 02-01-2013, 08:01 PM
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You can only fly one at a time. Save it for a rainy day
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Old 02-01-2013, 08:07 PM
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I always keep 2x 35%. One I fly the other for a standby..
Buy another
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Old 02-01-2013, 08:09 PM
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ditch the bikes and get a trailer that fits the available space....
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Old 02-01-2013, 08:31 PM
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ditch the bikes and get a trailer that fits the available space....
Bad Idea,,, Keep the bike!

On my no fly days I fly around with this
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Old 02-01-2013, 08:47 PM
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You two would be soooo right if I did not live in a spot that is run by evildoers and the like. I should have pointed that out.

No vehicles or trailers can sit out. Here is my garage too!
Buy a trailer and use it to move, then you can use it to haul your planes
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Old 02-01-2013, 09:36 PM
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Buy a trailer and use it to move, then you can use it to haul your planes
I did that when I came from Ohio, then I had to sell it.... I really HATE to move!

Thanks for the suggestions....

sounds like keep the money for later or buy all the equipment for the EF 35% plane I have already...

Both good choices.
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Old 02-01-2013, 10:45 PM
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I'd get another plane! However, it seems like you got gs covered for now. Get a small go fast (100-150mph) plane! You'll be able to fit both in the car, and personally I like having a change of pace once and a while. Something that really gets the blood moving! Just my 0.02.....
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Old 02-01-2013, 11:32 PM
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hey nice idea... I do have a 48" EF Laser but it is not fast.

What would you suggest?
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Old 02-02-2013, 12:44 AM
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I'd say go delta...

For power, go Jett and buy a case of high nitro! A couple nice servos, a123, and a small full range rx and you'll have a hot setup and $ left over!!!
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