Originally Posted by SrTelemaster150

The rule of thumb is at 1oz in the tail equals 5ozs in the nose.

Actually it all depends on the ratio of length forward & aft of the CG. The shorter the nose moment compared to the tail length, the larger the ratio.

Placing the nose weight as far forward as possible also helps. A large prop nut or spinner adaptor will offset tail weight better than a similar weight on the firewall. Measure the distance from the prop nut to the CG, then, from the CG to the tailwheel. Divide the later by the former & you will give you your ratio. Some small diameter cable from a pull/pull set-up would also save weight.

I wouldn't eliminate the flying wires, but if you know an angler that has some of the new high tech braided fishing line. That might work just as well & weigh a lot less.

Build light in the tail & don't be too concerned W/the weight ahead of the CG.