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Old 02-15-2004 | 12:52 PM
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Default RE: Looking for a Second Kit to build

I will make three suggested changes. Build the two servo option (for ailerons) that is included in the kit. The servo leads don’t reach all the way to the center section so I built in an access panel where the “Y” harness plug goes, in case there is a need to change servos in the future.

Build the forward turtle deck removable in order to access the fuel tank without having to remove all the other equipment. In the picture (looking aft from the fuel tank compartment), you can see the added longerons on which it lays.

I moved the landing gear forward about ¾ inch. This is a mod recommended by several people on the Hog Bipe sites. It should reduce the tendency to nose over on grass and improve the ground handling. There is a piece of scrap plywood from the kit of exactly the right dimensions. I added the two triangular braces shown in the photo to brace the landing gear plate since moving it away from F-3 will weaken it somewhat without the braces.

If you do choose the Bipe, keep me posted and I will be glad to answer any other questions you may have.
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