Jamara Pitts S1

[Jimbo 0]

Those of you who saw my Cermark Pitts flying will know how well it went.

Sadly, it didn't survive me doing a limbo in the fun-fly, so when I saw this kit on the BMFA for only £80 it seemed a good replacement.

 

Not as big as the Cermark Pitts, and not as good quality, but at the money I wasn't going to moan. Anyhow it arrived Saturday in a big box and will be test flown tomorrow (Friday) hopefully.

 

I fitted the OS BX1 1.08 2-stroke that was in my other Pitts, so it should go like a rocket. I did have to cut 25mm off the front of the motor box to allow it to fit though!

 

Here's a couple of pictures to wet your appetites - see how big the prop is 18x6 on a 1350mm wingspan plane! heehee

[Jimbo 0]

Test flew the Pitts this afternoon - lots of power, but a couple of little problems to iron out.

 

The tail wheel has come adrift (already). I didnt like the way it was fixed to the rudder, and sure enough its come off.

 

Also, the engine needs more cooling. I think I'll cut some more out of the cowl first of all, and then maybe fit some baffles.

 

Looks good though and is certainly speedy! Bring on the limbo!