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jwblackout · 03-28-2007, 11:34 PM

I can get a deal on a complete in the boxes Lanier Giles 202 (35%). I am very money concious right now, but am itching to build. Any feedback? Any positive feedback?

Shawn Berkheimer · 03-29-2007, 12:07 AM

I built one a while ago and was able to get it down to 21 1/2 pounds with a 3W 70 twin. It is a really nice flying airplane if done right. This would be an animal with a soon to be released DA 85. If you decide to get the kit I will do a complete write up on what exactly I did as it will be quite lengthy.

Shawn

jwblackout · 03-29-2007, 10:00 AM

Thanks Shawn,

I like the way you think! This build would probably really get going late this fall as there is too much flying to do when the weather is nice. With that said, I was thinking about the new DA. Any Idea when it's supposed to come out?

When I do get the kit, any input would be greatly appreciated. I'm pretty sure I want to fully sheet the wing with 1/16th contest grade, replace abs with fiberglass, aluminum with carbon fiber etc.. try to get it as light as possible without comprimising tha airframes integrity.

Shawn Berkheimer · 03-29-2007, 10:22 AM

Sheeting the foam with 1/16 AAA is a good start, I did extensive fuse mods to get weight out. I used the ABS parts as molds and did my own CF reinforced fiberglass parts. At the time CF gear and tubes were not available so with the mods and more CF parts along with the DA you may get down to 20 lbs.

Shawn

GremlinX · 03-29-2007, 10:24 AM

Any pics of this bird?

jwblackout · 03-29-2007, 02:53 PM

GremlinX,

Not sure if you were talking to Shawn or me. When I get the kit, I'll probably start a build thread and keep everyone posted.

dalesrfan3 · 01-26-2010, 07:14 PM

	Quote: Originally Posted by Shawn Berkheimer
	Sheeting the foam with 1/16 AAA is a good start, I did extensive fuse mods to get weight out. I used the ABS parts as molds and did my own CF reinforced fiberglass parts. At the time CF gear and tubes were not available so with the mods and more CF parts along with the DA you may get down to 20 lbs. Shawn

Do you know the CG measurement on the Lanier Giles 202. I have no plans for this plane.. Any info would be much appreciated.

03-28-2007, 11:34 PM	#1
jwblackout Don't be a Delta Bravo Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: s.l.c. Utah Posts: 6	35% Lanier Giles 202 I can get a deal on a complete in the boxes Lanier Giles 202 (35%). I am very money concious right now, but am itching to build. Any feedback? Any positive feedback?

03-29-2007, 12:07 AM	#2
Shawn Berkheimer Put some Bling on that thing Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: San Jose CA Posts: 642	Re: 35% Lanier Giles 202 I built one a while ago and was able to get it down to 21 1/2 pounds with a 3W 70 twin. It is a really nice flying airplane if done right. This would be an animal with a soon to be released DA 85. If you decide to get the kit I will do a complete write up on what exactly I did as it will be quite lengthy. Shawn

03-29-2007, 10:00 AM	#3
jwblackout Don't be a Delta Bravo Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: s.l.c. Utah Posts: 6	Re: 35% Lanier Giles 202 Thanks Shawn, I like the way you think! This build would probably really get going late this fall as there is too much flying to do when the weather is nice. With that said, I was thinking about the new DA. Any Idea when it's supposed to come out? When I do get the kit, any input would be greatly appreciated. I'm pretty sure I want to fully sheet the wing with 1/16th contest grade, replace abs with fiberglass, aluminum with carbon fiber etc.. try to get it as light as possible without comprimising tha airframes integrity.

03-29-2007, 10:22 AM	#4
Shawn Berkheimer Put some Bling on that thing Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: San Jose CA Posts: 642	Re: 35% Lanier Giles 202 Sheeting the foam with 1/16 AAA is a good start, I did extensive fuse mods to get weight out. I used the ABS parts as molds and did my own CF reinforced fiberglass parts. At the time CF gear and tubes were not available so with the mods and more CF parts along with the DA you may get down to 20 lbs. Shawn

03-29-2007, 10:24 AM	#5
GremlinX Father of the Scale Furum Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Chapel Hill, TN Age: 34 Posts: 4,577	Re: 35% Lanier Giles 202 Any pics of this bird? __________________ "I'll have the roast duck with the mango salsa" Kit builders check out.... http://bobflies.com/ 2.4 GHz is for your home telephone... 14MZ and 72 MHz for huckin' baby!!

03-29-2007, 02:53 PM	#6
jwblackout Don't be a Delta Bravo Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: s.l.c. Utah Posts: 6	Re: 35% Lanier Giles 202 GremlinX, Not sure if you were talking to Shawn or me. When I get the kit, I'll probably start a build thread and keep everyone posted.

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