Mark Jones 10 Posted January 22, 2021 Share Posted January 22, 2021 Posted by David Ashby - Moderator on 22/01/2021 11:57:47: Stock has just landed with UK shops I’m told. Just ordered one from Model shop Leeds. Looks a nice model Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Colman Posted January 23, 2021 Author Share Posted January 23, 2021 I'm still waiting for mine to arrive. Now 6 weeks since I ordered it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Piers Bowlan Posted January 23, 2021 Share Posted January 23, 2021 Does the kit version include the folding propeller/spinner assembly incidentally? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devcon1 Posted January 23, 2021 Share Posted January 23, 2021 Not sure. Spec shows the spinner and drive but no prop, I imagine it's because of the two power options. Just ordered my Lentus kit so I'll see what it comes with. Can't wait. Edited By Devcon1 on 23/01/2021 13:39:54 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Lee Posted January 26, 2021 Share Posted January 26, 2021 Look what's just arrived. Good service as ever from Nexus plus UPS for delivery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Jones 10 Posted January 26, 2021 Share Posted January 26, 2021 Wife says I have a big parcel just come. My Lentus rr. Thank you model shop Leeds. Always great service Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin Paull Posted January 26, 2021 Share Posted January 26, 2021 My KST servos arrived today, MSL only dispatched the glider today but I guess they were waiting for my glue to come in. Kontronik motor still 2 weeks away via special order. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Colman Posted January 26, 2021 Author Share Posted January 26, 2021 I've been informed that my RR Lentus should be with me this week. Fingers crossed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devcon1 Posted January 26, 2021 Share Posted January 26, 2021 Curious if anybody that has or is getting one might be contemplating getting the retractable wheel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Jones 10 Posted January 27, 2021 Share Posted January 27, 2021 Posted by Devcon1 on 26/01/2021 22:46:49: Curious if anybody that has or is getting one might be contemplating getting the retractable wheel. I’m thinking about it but not much info about it yet. Also what size lipo people are using. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Colman Posted January 27, 2021 Author Share Posted January 27, 2021 I'm thinking about the wheel option which I think is going to cost around 60 euros over here in Europe. Whether it will be worth it or not I'm not sure. My clubs grass landing areas are not the smoothest and the wheel would keep the underside of the fuselage off the ground and give me the option to land on the asphalt runways which may be better. I will be using 3S 3000mah lipos simply because I bought a couple new from a friend last summer. I did read somewhere else that someone was very happy using a 3S 2000mah and a 2400mah lipo. If I go for the wheel option I may look to go to 4S with the smaller prop to enable ROG take offs. Edited By Steve Colman on 27/01/2021 07:41:48 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Jones 10 Posted January 27, 2021 Share Posted January 27, 2021 I’ve asked model shop Leeds to let me know when the wheels are in stock. Meanwhile I’ll be looking at what others are doing. We have tarmac and long grass to use which isn’t a problem as with crow brakes it will come in slowly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Lee Posted January 27, 2021 Share Posted January 27, 2021 I've just been giving my RR version a good looking at, and it is all very good indeed. Love this bit from the flying section of the instructions: "To avoid losing sight of the machine be sure to leave the thermal in good time. Remember that a glider is always easier to see under a cloud than against a clear blue sky. If you have to lose height in a hurry, do bear the following in mind: The structural strength of the LENTUS is very great for this class of model, but it is not infinite. If you attempt to destroy the model forcibly, please don’t expect any sympathy or compensation from us (alas, we speak from experience)." The retracts look an easy retro fit, will have a look after I've flown the model & they become available. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devcon1 Posted January 27, 2021 Share Posted January 27, 2021 My daughter just rang to say mine has been delivered, asked her to hide it from my accountant till I get home. I've ordered the full MPX wiring loom set and the retractable wheel, in for a penny in for a pound. By the time I get the cable, MPX connecters and the faff off making them.. Life is too short. Would make a great review model for the mag, I bet David has been hovering over the buy button Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devcon1 Posted January 29, 2021 Share Posted January 29, 2021 Don't know what other folks are fitting but I've just ordered some bits for mine. The MPX recommended Roxxy motor. A Frsky Neuron 60S ESC MPX 11X7 folding prop Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Ashby - Moderator Posted January 29, 2021 Share Posted January 29, 2021 Posted by Devcon1 on 27/01/2021 11:18:44: My daughter just rang to say mine has been delivered, asked her to hide it from my accountant till I get home. I've ordered the full MPX wiring loom set and the retractable wheel, in for a penny in for a pound. By the time I get the cable, MPX connecters and the faff off making them.. Life is too short. Would make a great review model for the mag, I bet David has been hovering over the buy button Yep, my kit version arrived from Wheelspin this week. Haven't really had time to look closely but I've a few bits lying about so hopefully shouldn't need to buy much. I'm hoping my MVVS 3.5 1200 will fit as it's a lovely bit of kit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Skilbeck Posted January 29, 2021 Share Posted January 29, 2021 Some nice air to air footage around 2:25 in this video of MPX at "work" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Colman Posted January 29, 2021 Author Share Posted January 29, 2021 All you lucky guys that have your Lentus. I was hoping to hear that mine had arrived but still no word after almost 7 weeks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zflyer Posted January 29, 2021 Share Posted January 29, 2021 Gliders at Newark have them in stock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devcon1 Posted January 29, 2021 Share Posted January 29, 2021 Steve, I understand the RR version has been harder to get than the kit and I suspect it's been very hard for Perkins to gauge the demand in the UK at this time for new products. I'm always impressed by the Multiplex kit offerings, the level of thought, engineering, presentation and detail that they go into makes putting their models together a real joy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Colman Posted January 29, 2021 Author Share Posted January 29, 2021 Devcon1, I live in Spain so Perkins has nothing to do with my order. I ordered mine along with a friend, direct from our LMS which ordered them direct from Multiplex on a limited introductory offer of 515 euros for the RR version. From Germany to Spain shouldn't be this slow. Agree about Mpx's quality, especially the kits. Worryingly however, I've been reading that there have been quality issues with the RR version. The first being poorly glued rear fuselage resulting in lack of rigidity. Secondly, reports of some unsightly "gatoring" of the foam above the wing spars caused by the removal from the mould too quickly. This could equally affect the wings in the kit version too so I advise everyone to check their model upon arrival. I'll certainly be checking mine very carefully before I accept it, even if it does mean having to wait even longer. Edited By Steve Colman on 29/01/2021 22:13:58 Edited By Steve Colman on 29/01/2021 22:14:34 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devcon1 Posted January 29, 2021 Share Posted January 29, 2021 Steve. Good things come to those that wait. Can you describe what "gatoring" is. I've had a quick look at my wings and they seem fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Ashby - Moderator Posted January 30, 2021 Share Posted January 30, 2021 I've just removed a few off-topic posts, this thread is about the new motor glider from Multiplex, if you wish to debate foamies the universe and everything then start a new thread. Ta. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Gray Posted January 30, 2021 Share Posted January 30, 2021 @Devcon1 - ‘gatoring’ where heat has made the foam cells expand creating an Alligator Skin effect. @David - thank you, thank you, thank you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Lee Posted January 30, 2021 Share Posted January 30, 2021 Thanks for the heads up Steve but having thoroughly checked mine over I'm happy to report no such issues. and +1 thanks to David! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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