"The LG were 1/4" steel wires, plenty strong. "

Guys, sorry but this guy needs to remeasure. Landing gear is not 1/4", however it is close. The back brace is weak at the weld points allowing the brace to flex backwards and tear the wheel pants. I have seen this happen on two occasions. That is why I had Robart make me a set of Robo Struts like the ones made for the Byron Gee Bee, Great Planes Gee Bee, Ryan Sta, PT 19 , etc. Robart showed me other requests for this gear for the same reason. Anything but a sweet landing plays havoc on the stock gear/wheelpant setup.

I fly mine with a G 26 and in my opinion it is all that is needed however it is not a speed demon at all. Just depends on what your particular taste is.

Ken