Other mods.
The push rods are carbon fiber 2.5mm rods. J-B weld was used to attach the clevises to the rods.

eclipse, what size rod ends fit the 2.5mm c/f rod? where did you find c/f rod in that size, I'd like to duplicate your method & toss the weak stock pushrods.

What size prop do you have in your pic's, think the GP Extra LG is tall enough for a 17 in. prop?