Originally Posted by
HighPlains
I flew another guy's Cherokee about a dozen years ago for a couple of flights. I would not change a thing, including the excessive dihedral in the wing. It is a great flying sport model for a design that is roughly 50 years old. It tracked nicely through both inside and outside loops, but is never going to be mistaken for a 3D or pattern airplane. Put a 12-6 prop on a .60 and enjoy a excellent vintage design.
+1, they were great old planes back in their time. If I was going to build one though, I'd probably simplify and modernize the construction methods while maintaining the outline. One of the best things about the plane were the very thick airfoil and abundant dihedral.