ORIGINAL: dicksoucy
Hey Brit.. what did you do to modify your NexSTAR? Mine sits on top of the shelf unused since last year, after I solo'ed, when I upgraded to a Tiger 60.
DS
I actually don't currently own one -- but I've modified several for former students.
In the order of importance:
- Remove the dihedral, install dual aileron servos & max all throws (#1 mod)
- Convert to tail dragger (#2 mod)
- Enclose the nose with a streamlined built-up or simple sheet cowl (#3 mod). The engine can be upright, or sidewinder (my preference).
Those changes reduce drag significantly & increase agility very noticeably. With the FXi it will reach a bit over 70 mph & do most everything.
The wildest mod job I did included all of the above, plus lowering the wing 1" into the cabin, & fitting a sidewinder LEO .61 -- quite a machine!!!
If you want more details, PM me.