SnowDog
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Apparently Redwing needs to merge with EF and 3DHS. They've merged with this thread
I think Redwing is doing just fine on their own. :grrreat:
3DHS and Extreme Flight Merger?
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I think Redwing is doing just fine on their own. :grrreat:
ЯК Attack
50cc
There is no doubt about that.
I haven't bought a plane from them, but they seem to be doing everything right. I just saw they offer a Stinson Reliant! Very classy.
Suds
50cc
They sure seem to be on the right track. Just wish they stocked replacement parts instead of having to rely on them ordering on the next container - could take 4+ months.
Enterprise
150cc
How about 8 months. That is how long it took to get mine.
You have to put out the capital and warehouse space and risk to stock spare parts. A lot of the companies just break up kits, but we go through canopies and cowls faster than wings and stabs. 3DHS seems to just get big orders like once a year where EF gets a trickle every container. Even the vaunted Horizon has months of wait for parts sometimes.
You have to put out the capital and warehouse space and risk to stock spare parts. A lot of the companies just break up kits, but we go through canopies and cowls faster than wings and stabs. 3DHS seems to just get big orders like once a year where EF gets a trickle every container. Even the vaunted Horizon has months of wait for parts sometimes.
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It would be tempting if I had a laser CNC to make replacement parts for these planes. Relying on China is just plain crazy for such simple replacement parts. So a suggestion for the new EF/3DHS company would be BUY A CUTTER and make your own replacement parts! There's a small company here that did that and is doing very well "testing the various aspects of flight" and work with other areas that are growing in the hobby. 3D is not growing right now but all of us like and highly respect a company that can provide that extra service. It means you have to have parts to sell no matter what.
Enterprise
150cc
The parts I usually need are either fiberglass, plastic, or carbon fiber. I can repair balsa and ply, but making a canopy is a bit beyond my current skill level.
