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Old 04-02-2019, 07:04 PM
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Kmot
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I was doing some simple checking of CG balance while still in the early stages of this model. The engine I chose is much heavier than the suggested engines.

The suggested engines are 20-30cc and looking online I see the 30cc have an average weight of about 2.5 lbs. The radial I have mounted weighs 6.2 lbs. I am going to have to add counterweight towards the rear of the plane.

I believe that the amount of weight necessary will depend on the distance from the CG point. The further back I can mount it, the less weight will be required. This is going to pose a problem for me, I can already sense that.

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