http://ak-models.com/mm5/merchant.mv...&Category_Code= now to choose the engine.... dam exchange rate meant it cost me $NZ605 for the plane however A-K Models freight is good compared to some.... thought about a saito 180 but are now heading towards a two stroke petrol? what would be a good choice? I dont want it to sound like a weed eater lol

who sells saito in New Zealand? specifcally a saito 180 and whats your thoughts on a two stroke petrol in this model? my experience with planes is all with two stroke glow?

RC Bandit has the Saito 180

no they are sold out

what are asp engines like?

Crap... they only put out half the power of an OS or similar quality motor, but they are generally about half the price. I once bought a 1.20 for a CMPRO edge 540 when I was getting into aerobatics, the motor gave me nothing but problems, didn't have the power, was heavy, difficult to start and ended up overheating if you ran on anything with 5% or more nitro. If you have the money I would strongley suggest staying away from cheap chineese rip off brands like ASP... expecially when it comes to motors over the .46 size. There are a few petrol options out there... I have seen some people have good success but I have never owned anything petrol under 50cc. Again - stay away from the cheap chineese motors if you want something reliable.

I am still looking at the saito 180, however the lack of slime from a two stroke gas does appeal but how do they really sound? this plane is going to be a very nice plane (i hope) so want the best within my price range who else in NZ sell saito?