fstevenj, the LT-40 is a great candidate for a taildragger conversion. This all but ends any problems you have with this plane and prop clearance. The stock nose gear tends to compress (especially on grass) during takeoff that puts the plane in a nose-down attitude during takeoff that results in more drag on the wing and, ultimately, rather long take off distances. If you don't feel ready for the conversion yet I suggest adjusting the nose wheel up as high as you can. If I recall correctly I did this with mine but still could have used a little more height. I finally got tired of it and did the conversion. I haven't regretted making the change one bit.
Doing the conversion really livens up this plane since there is a lot less drag without the nose wheel. Initially, landings will be a little hotter until you get used to it. When I converted mine I wondered to myself why I hadn't done it sooner. It really improves the looks of the plane too.
I can share some pictures of mine if you are interested.
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Never thought this post would get this many responses. Still think the 11X5 is the way to go. I'll buy an 11X6 also and see how that goes also. Ground clearance may be an issue, but I usually only prop strike the aircraft on really bad landings, so I'll give it a try.