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Some thoughts (I'm sure many will disagree with these comments, they are just other things to consider, take them or leave them): - Don't trust any motor that has been out for less than a year. Because of low volumes, customers end up being the manufacturer's product testers. Manufacturers cannot afford to have 100 engines on the test bench to see what the flaws really are. This has happened on most new motors, regardless of brand. - Weight is not everything - frame strength also must be considered. If you are just starting out, get something built like a brick sh&^ house. You will save $$ on props and could also save yourself from nasty injuries. - Repair-ability of frames. Most repairable to least repairable: stainless steel, good quality aluminium, titanium, carbon fibre, bad quality aluminum. - Spares. Parajet, PAP, Blackhawk, Bailey, Nirvana are well established brands been around for 5+ years. Parajet is probably best availability in UK? Could also consider the bailey hornet or Miniplane? Sorry, probably confused your decision even more!

damn, if only I had known sooner...

http://www.papteam.com/noticias_ing.php ... oticia=146

And as if by magic the universe (or feiyu in this case) has answered our needs: http://www.feiyu-tech.com/ see the Wearable gimbal WG. Ordered one, will let you know if it's suitable for PPG.

Yes the Z1 requires a lead to the battery/controls, which I put in my flight deck or jacket pocket. But with the Osmo it is all integrated, meaning you cannot separate the controls and the jiro. I dislike having the giro on the head there is a definate risk of lines getting caught during launching & landing. But haven't found a better place for it. Chest mount is a bit limiting. Foot mount? Would have to survive a nill wind run... Perhaps if you have a hornet engine (no vibes) you could probably mount it to your frame. I have tried a number of gimbals, returned most of them and kept the Z1 as it is the best suited to what we do imho. now, if only someone made this: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/14 ... a-stabiliz

I have this: http://www.zhiyun-tech.com/index.php?m= ... d=74&id=63 Works a treat: https://vimeo.com/137063520 The video above was taken when the wind was 10km/h - far from smooth. If you could see the rest of me jiggling about you would be impressed with what the gimbal actually managed.

I saw a backbone unit recently - sadly the ROS125 engine used's quality was severely lacking. The ROS125 used to be a reliable unit 5 years ago - but these days I would steer clear. Take a look at the PAP:http://www.papteam.com/PDFs/Comparativa_ing.pdf.

You are going to need training. Do that first and worry about a wings later. I have a Ozone Buzz Power, which is a z4 with trimmers. Excellent for both PG and PPG. Okay a little slow for PPG, but nice and efficient. Tandem is pushing it on a single wing. IMHO For your first few years in PG, you should be looking at a low ENB, not a high B (like the rush). Stick to ozone, gin, nova...

I have been on a plane with my PPG gear on around 30 flights now. Never been an issue. However, this was mainly around Asia. Every time I have pulled the motor from the frame and put it in suitcase, wrapped in several thick poly bags. Jetstar/Quantas has a procedure for taking engines on a plane as checked luggage...

Allan Hills at Skywings might have one, or be able to get one from http://www.papteam.com http://www.papteam.com/pap_tienda/produ ... familia=29

At one time I installed a Dynema pull cord on my PA125. The kickback was so bad that I had to go back to "normal" starter rope. So seems there is quite a bit of give in some ropes and not in others. Bungee works too

If you have a lot of carbon build up in the head/piston from running too rich for a long time, it can ignite the air fuel mixture without needing a spark. You may need to de-coke the head if it's not an electrical issue.

yep set around 15psi on my wg8...

Manual here: http://www.walbro.com/media/21936/SERVICEMANUAL.pdf Does not seem to mention using the gauge with gasket? More info here: http://www.wind-drifter.com/technical/wg8walbro.php

Really? That makes it about 0.5-1mm higher than flush then...

The lever height should be flush with the surrounding area (what the W tool specifies) - I tried different heights and they did not make that much difference to be honest. I ended up getting some jewellers files and extending the size of the main jet. I also found a whole lot of crud in the valve part of the main jet. If you are having issues when you press the throttle from idle to full power, it means your L screw needs opening (counter-clockwise) - try 1/4 of a turn. Don't underestimate the effect of the L screw - it makes the whole range of throttle richer or leaner - even the top end. If you are still running lean at high throttle openings, then the most likely culprits are an air leak in the crankcase or crap in your carb.

Waipu, NZ.

Chances are, you would not be the first to complain. Question is, should you wait until he shoots someone, which seems to be a possibility from your comments...

What a nutjob. She should be arrested for attempted murder with a vehicle. You need to do a complete inspection of lines and fabric as per the NZHPGA WOF procedure. Alternatively send it to one of the schools.

I have had one come undone after launching in the sand. Make sure you also jiggle the clasps and put some tension on them whilst checking them...

Thanks guys, looks like the - Feiyu and FunnyGo are the best of the bunch at the moment. Apparently there are lots of FunnyGo "fakes' out there, so buyer beware. The FunnyGo looks like it is much easier to mount on the helmet. Isn't that always the way!

Does anyone have any experience with the following Gimbals: - Feiyu G4 - TRD Beholder G - Hifly FunnyGO - Zhiyun Z1-Rider I' thinking of adapting one of the above for a helmet mount, and for handheld video.

If it keeps on happening you can try a "hotter" plug. Reduce the plug number by one i.e. a BR10S becomes a BR9S.

I travel a lot so have the opposite requirements... My PAP frame is not very travel friendly. If you need to sell your Zenith frame, I could be interested

Paul, Why did you moved from the Zenith frame?