New X-Cell Spectra-G gas model

[JonMann]

Thanks guys!

-jon

[big dee]

is there any reason why you can't run the g26 ive bought a g26 aero engine iam having it bal and ported to put in the spectra

[carey shurley]

No, there are no issues with mounting it and the standard gear ratio will support it quite well. The primary problem I have seen with folks using the G26 is that it will develop a rather serious vibration at high rpm's. Its really too bad because from my experience with it, I believe the G26 is a better running motor overall than the G231.

If you search the online forums, you will find a number of threads that discuss this topic. To my knowledge, few people have had good success using the stock version of the motor. You may have better luck if someone has tried to balance it.

[Galifrey]

Carey

Do you know if the g260 is piston heavy or crank heavy?

if its piston heavy, a reed valve conversion and porting the piston may help...

:D

[carey shurley]

hello

actually I have no idea how many issues there are with the G26. I do know that there are a number of aftermarket engine modifications available for the motor. Some of them lighten the piston, some change the crankshaft, different carburetors, engine seals, etc.

I don't have any direct experience with any of them so I do not have an opinion either way. I'm sure there are others at this forum who can comment.

[Waller]

Carey

Do you know if the g260 is piston heavy or crank heavy?

if its piston heavy, a reed valve conversion and porting the piston may help...

:D

Definitely piston heavy. Mine is glass smooth but I had to skirt and drill the piston and add weight to the counter lobes with a tungsten insert.

[Galifrey]

Sweet

Sounds like the Reed Conversion and porting the induction side of the piston could be a good move...

:D

[JonMann]

What about the Hanson Modified Pro-Heli engine? Any opinions on this in the Spectra??

[carey shurley]

its not been specifically tested, but you can change the gear ratios to support engine speeds up to 17K RPM's so it shouldn't be a problem

[big dee]

hi Carey
have you got p/n for the hatori pipe and you have a price
thanks

[carey shurley]

Hey big dee

no, sorry don't have either yet.

Tim has said he's going to sell both the muffler and air cleaner, but neither are in stock yet

[sdixon747]

John

I want one :!: :!:
Talk to Gail, I mean Santa, for me :!: :D :D

See ya at Blacksheep
Steve

[bigrcr]

Steve, I have already to talked with Santa about you and the Spectra :wink: . Maybe you will get one, I have heard you have been nice this year!

See you at the Sheep!

Later,

[carey shurley]

okay, good news. The fan shrouds came in today. So the kits can be final packed. The documentation will be finished this week so they'll go out next week. The time's almost here!!!!

[whirlyspud]

Good news...That's GREAT NEWS.

Mike

[thenewguy]

Where are they being sold at right now? Is minature the only place you can order from? What is the going price? I want one. :cool:

[carey shurley]

they will be available at any dealer that ordered them, or you can buy them off the website at full retail http://www.miniatureaircraftusa.com/helicopterkits/1025_Spectra_G/1025_kit_main.asp
remember, they won't ship to the dealers until next week so it'll be a few days before the dealers get them

[carey shurley]

I think everyone is going to be very impressed with the kits.

This is the first kit with the new t/r gearbox which if you've visited our sites t/r torture test page, you'll see its pretty tough

everything you need to plumb the fuel system is included and you can easily install two tanks if you want really long run times

you can install the motor facing forwards or backwards (your choice)

new design high temp material fan shroud for improved cooling and mounting.

the chassis is incredibly stiff and tough!!!

optional gear rations from 6.4:1 to 9.5:1

includes an operators guide that will get even a gasoline novice off to a good start

includes an RF shielding kit for high voltage lead (does not include resistor cap)

the website will eventually include assembly photos and videos to help assemble them (sorta hard to create these without an actual model)

EXtreme 3D rotor head is std equipment - kit can be special ordered with Tempest 3D or FAI heads

the most advanced gas powered helicopter available today!

[carey shurley]

I don't have a part number yet to post this on the website but take a look at the new fan shroud!!!

it hugs the cylinder very well and is made of a special high temp material. Simple to install or remove. For that matter the whole engine is simple to install or remove

[Yellow Spectra]

That is badass! Do you have a picture of the Spectra-G retail box? I am excited to see it! This is my first MA heli so I am not familar their packaging. Hopefully it is colorful and cool looking.

[WillJames]

Thanks for sharing the shroud pics Carey!! :)

Looks like it was well worth the wait.

[DavidH]

Do you have a picture of the Spectra-G retail box?


It will be a white box with a label on end stating what the item is in the box. There will probably be colored printed label about 8 X 10 attached on top of the box. Same packaging MA has had for the last few years.
I get my kits in sacks, or box lids. They fly just as good as the ones that come in the plain white boxes :mrgreen:


David

[whirlyspud]

I'll send you the box from mine when it gets here<G>

Mike

[furydriver]

this is my first gasser ,what is this resistor cap that you need and where do i get one from

[carey shurley]

just go to www.miniatureaircraftusa.com and look for part #125-112 in the catalog

also there is a complete RF reduction kit on the front page of the site

it is not a requirement, just an option