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This section describes our recommendations to help you in deciding which types of accessories to purchase for your new
Clancy Aviation Big Bee ARF.
Please read through this entire section very carefully. We have provided you with tips and recommendations that, if
followed, will result in a great flying airplane. Failure to follow our recommendations may result in a poor flying airplane.
SECTION 1: OUR RECOMMENDATIONS
What Engine Should I Use?
What Radio System and Servos Should I Use?
You will need to use a four or more channel radio control system with five standard servos. A
standard four-channel radio or a more sophisticated computer radio would work equally well. Using
a computer radio will allow you to plug each aileron servo separately into the receiver, allowing you
the capability of aileron to flap mixing for outrageous control response. Note that in order to take
advantage of aileron to flap mixing, you will need to use a six or more channel receiver.
What Else Do I Need?
There really isn't much else that you'll need to finish the airplane. Most of the hardware is included in the kit, so
about the only thing else you'll need is a propeller and glow plug to suit your engine, two servo extension leads
and a Y-Harness (if you're not using mixing). You'll also need typical modeling supplies, such as foam rubber to
protect your receiver and battery, and fuel tubing. You may need a soldering iron, solder and other related
supplies if you're using electric power.
Suggested Setup for Electric Flight
We know that many customers will want to power their Speedy Bee ARF with an electric power
system, rather than a glow engine. A number of different power systems will work equally well.
We suggest using either the Astro Cobalt 25 geared motor, the AXI 2826/10, or any motor of
similar output. For batteries, a 12-16 cell pack of Sub-C NiMH cells will work well, or for longer
run-time and less weight, use a 3-4 cell 2100-3200mAH LiPO battery. The ESC you choose should match the motor, propeller and
flight battery type and cell count you chosen.
QTY. 1
210756
Magnum XLS .46A Two-Stroke Engine
QTY. 1
608560
APC 11 x 6 Composite Propeller
QTY. 5
444104
Cirrus CS-36 Standard Servos
QTY. 2
444713
Cirrus 12" Servo Extensions
QTY. 1
444728
Cirrus Y-Harness
QTY. 1
115559
Thunderbolt # 3 Performance Glow Plug
QTY. 1
115923
Global XX Silicone Fuel Tubing
QTY. 1
868638
Dubro 1/4" Protective Foam Rubber
QTY. 1
867903
Dubro 3/8" Heat-Shrink Tubing
Here's a List of What We Used to Finish Our Big Bee ARF
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The part number for the Cirrus servos is compatible with all name-brand radio control systems. These servos use a universal
connector. The part number for the Cirrus servo extensions and Y-Harness are compatible with Hitec and JR radio control systems. These items
are also available with connectors that are compatible with Futaba and Airtronics radio control systems.
The Big Bee ARF is designed to use a .32 - .46 size two-stroke engine or a .40 - .61 size four-stroke engine.
The airplane flies great using engines within the recommended size ranges, although for the
most speed and best aerobatic performance we suggest using an engine at the upper end of
the size range. For smooth and relaxing slow flight, use an engine in the low end of the
size range.
We don't suggest using engine's larger than those recommended. A larger engine will
typically weigh more and this extra weight could have a negative effect on the airplane's flight characteristics.
A larger engine may also be physically too big to mount onto the firewall.
IF YOU'RE FLYING AT HIGHER ALTITUDES, WE RECOMMEND USING AN ENGINE AT THE HIGH END OF THE RECOMMENDED SIZE RANGE.
