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flying skunks · 11-04-2008, 06:59 AM

I thought that the title was "if $ were no object" ???? if so I sure as Heck would NOT be buying a Chinese ARF ........I would be buying a competition level KIT like a Godfrey, Carden, Dalton ,our Exclusive Modelbau and having a professional builder like Rob Joyner do the build ..After that I would have some one along the lines of John Nelon or Matty Matt do a jam up covering job, if money were nop object ........I sure as heck would not buy an arf.......$ 1200 in kit ,$1200-2000 into the build , $1200-1800 into covering ,now start to install the electronics and power plant .........if $ were no object .......
my $.02

merinodds · 11-04-2008, 04:43 PM

My personal experience - I have flown (all 40%) Carden 330s, Godfrey 300, Godfrey 260, Comp-arf Superextra, Comp-arf Yak, CA Models Extra 300, Aeroworks Edge 540, Aeroworks Extra 260, Aviation Models Yak - ran through sequence with all of them. All were nice and can provide decent results with proper set-up. But the one that stands out from the pack is the Carden Extra 330s. It is simply amazing. There seems to be alot of buzz about the next greatest arf...which is fine, but a stock 330s with 150-170cc on cans is simply one of the nicest, kindest, most predictable and stable airframes out there. I agree a light plane is good, but my 330s has not gone on a diet and is just amazing.

These are my 2 pennies!

T. Bob · 11-04-2008, 05:18 PM

I would go with a custom built 300 Carden

They look great

Fly great

Lots more durable than the others on the list

And have a better resale.

Pretty easy decision for me.

T. Bob · 11-04-2008, 05:22 PM

As for the Godfrey's

That is one ugly plane

And to fly one I think you have to be gay.

I know it's just a rumor but I have not seen any evidence to contradict this.

OnTheEdge · 11-04-2008, 05:43 PM

	Quote: Originally Posted by T. Bob
	I know it's just a rumor but I have not seen any evidence to contradict this.

Most evidence seems to support that claim. As a matter of fact, they're starting a joint support group for Godfrey 300 and Mazda Miata owners.

Craven · 11-04-2008, 06:04 PM

Can we get a picture of a Godfrey in a Miata?

OnTheEdge · 11-04-2008, 06:09 PM

	Quote: Originally Posted by Craven
	Can we get a picture of a Godfrey in a Miata?

So you're assuming that the Godfrey is the pitcher?

aerolou2 · 11-04-2008, 06:11 PM

Ask T Bob if we can borrow his car, I will provide the godfrey, " on the edge " will be the driver

Wayne · 11-04-2008, 06:18 PM

Proves that none of you idiots knows what a good flying plane is..

Tired Old Man · 11-04-2008, 06:27 PM

I had an early Godfrey 30% Extra 230. Ho hum......just another airplane.

**cbk07** · 11-04-2008, 06:29 PM

With all due respect Wayne, I don't think they said anything about how it flew....just that it is ugly and only flown by homos. Apparently it will also fit in TBob's Miata should the need arise

SmoothFlying · 11-04-2008, 06:46 PM

	Quote: Originally Posted by cbk07
	With all due respect Wayne, I don't think they said anything about how it flew....just that it is ugly and only flown by homos. Apparently it will also fit in TBob's Miata should the need arise

I second that one Craig. Wayne, you should have stuck with Carden! At least a Carden will never fit in a Miata. LMFAO

Its also real funny how people are talking about these China planes and money is no object. Obviously they havent put an ARF up next to a custom built plane. There is no comparison. Come on folks. Its like if someone said you can have either a Lamborghini or this Tempo and you pick the Tempo because gas is cheaper. What kinda **** is that?

Wayne · 11-04-2008, 07:01 PM

	Quote: Originally Posted by cbk07
	With all due respect Wayne, I don't think they said anything about how it flew....just that it is ugly and only flown by homos. Apparently it will also fit in TBob's Miata should the need arise

I looked back at the guys who posted..
Zero credibility.

Jabrone's

T. Bob · 11-04-2008, 07:10 PM

	Quote:
	Zero credibility

Like that was supposed to hurt.

buttface · 11-04-2008, 07:10 PM

	Quote: Originally Posted by T. Bob
	I would go with a custom built 300 Carden They look great Fly great Lots more durable than the others on the list And have a better resale. Pretty easy decision for me.

What do you know? And don't lie and say you own one either.

View Poll Results: Which 40%
3w 40% extra 330	23	6.05%
krill katana	37	9.74%
j-tec 3m extra 300	18	4.74%
composite arf 3m extra 260	54	14.21%
composite arf 3m yak 55	40	10.53%
Carden 300 if i had time to build	84	22.11%
Dalton 300 if i had time to build	49	12.89%
other	75	19.74%
Voters: 380. You may not vote on this poll

11-04-2008, 06:59 AM	#76
flying skunks I got a BIG BLOCK now ...... Join Date: May 2006 Location: Flying with the Best of Friends Posts: 9,824	Re: Which 40% money no issue. I thought that the title was "if $ were no object" ???? if so I sure as Heck would NOT be buying a Chinese ARF ........I would be buying a competition level KIT like a Godfrey, Carden, Dalton ,our Exclusive Modelbau and having a professional builder like Rob Joyner do the build ..After that I would have some one along the lines of John Nelon or Matty Matt do a jam up covering job, if money were nop object ........I sure as heck would not buy an arf.......$ 1200 in kit ,$1200-2000 into the build , $1200-1800 into covering ,now start to install the electronics and power plant .........if $ were no object ....... my $.02 __________________ Donnie Chief Aircraft ........Godfrey Designs Florida Freestyle Aerobatics Association Torch Engines .........Dec. 31 .....RCACF FX3D feb 22-26........Mid FL 1/1/2012

11-04-2008, 04:43 PM	#77
merinodds Bad-ass Super Contributer! Join Date: May 2006 Location: miami Age: 37 Posts: 254	Re: Which 40% money no issue. My personal experience - I have flown (all 40%) Carden 330s, Godfrey 300, Godfrey 260, Comp-arf Superextra, Comp-arf Yak, CA Models Extra 300, Aeroworks Edge 540, Aeroworks Extra 260, Aviation Models Yak - ran through sequence with all of them. All were nice and can provide decent results with proper set-up. But the one that stands out from the pack is the Carden Extra 330s. It is simply amazing. There seems to be alot of buzz about the next greatest arf...which is fine, but a stock 330s with 150-170cc on cans is simply one of the nicest, kindest, most predictable and stable airframes out there. I agree a light plane is good, but my 330s has not gone on a diet and is just amazing. These are my 2 pennies! __________________ International Minature Aerobatic Club Fellowship of Christian Modelers America Academy of Implant Dentistry Quote from major dental journal; "The lack of brushing and flossing, high sugar intake, and poor oral hygiene will continue to help me buy more 40% r's.... Thanks again...See you at the field.... "Lots of pressure.....no pain......" Dr. Ed

11-04-2008, 05:18 PM	#78
T. Bob Major League Deadbeat Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Munster Indiana Posts: 2,223 Awards Showcase Total Awards: 2	Re: Which 40% money no issue. I would go with a custom built 300 Carden They look great Fly great Lots more durable than the others on the list And have a better resale. Pretty easy decision for me. __________________ Guys beware of wgeffon... A very unreasonable person and untrustworthy, becareful of any transaction made with him you will regret it..........

11-04-2008, 05:22 PM	#79
T. Bob Major League Deadbeat Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Munster Indiana Posts: 2,223 Awards Showcase Total Awards: 2	Re: Which 40% money no issue. As for the Godfrey's That is one ugly plane And to fly one I think you have to be gay. I know it's just a rumor but I have not seen any evidence to contradict this. __________________ Guys beware of wgeffon... A very unreasonable person and untrustworthy, becareful of any transaction made with him you will regret it..........

11-04-2008, 06:04 PM	#81
Craven Bow to the King! Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Amelia, Ohio Age: 50 Posts: 10,838 Awards Showcase Total Awards: 4	Re: Which 40% money no issue. Can we get a picture of a Godfrey in a Miata?

11-04-2008, 06:11 PM	#83
aerolou2 Teaching a new dog old tricks Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Hall of Wisdom, Daytona , Fl. Age: 52 Posts: 755	Re: Which 40% money no issue. Ask T Bob if we can borrow his car, I will provide the godfrey, " on the edge " will be the driver __________________ AERO DYNAMICS PORSCHE MOTORSPORTS

11-04-2008, 06:18 PM	#84
Wayne Learn how to work Kid. Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Bloomington, Il Age: 43 Posts: 7,322 Awards Showcase Total Awards: 2	Re: Which 40% money no issue. Proves that none of you idiots knows what a good flying plane is.. __________________ Team JR Desert Aircraft Fromeco Extreme Flight RC Aerographix www.builtbywalt.net

11-04-2008, 06:27 PM	#85
Tired Old Man Bad-ass Super Contributer! Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: California Posts: 4,323	Re: Which 40% money no issue. I had an early Godfrey 30% Extra 230. Ho hum......just another airplane.

11-04-2008, 06:29 PM	#86
cbk07 Mouth Runner Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Farmington, CT Posts: 1,577 Awards Showcase Total Awards: 2	Re: Which 40% money no issue. With all due respect Wayne, I don't think they said anything about how it flew....just that it is ugly and only flown by homos. Apparently it will also fit in TBob's Miata should the need arise

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