Just talked to Fred Lumb, LumCo Machine Works in Pennsylvania - he braved rain and near-zero visibility to fly he G-202 yesterday. I've been anxious to hear, as his is set up exactly as mine is going to be - ZDZ80.
Here's his remarks:
Went flying today in spite of the weather. Ran the zdz 80 long enough to be
sure the carb was right and took off. Jumped right off and needed slight down
trim. Flew it a couple minutes making sure everything stayed on and it felt
rock solid. Did a couple rolls and I hit the differential just right, rolled
true. Next tried some 4 pt rolls. I was using the same mix as my 30% Cap and
it was to much. It was pulling to the canopy. This only needs 5% or so. Slow
rolls were good with small amounts of rudder needed. The rudder seems to be
very effective. Snaps were no trouble and it spins easy. Dropped the left
wing and needed 1/4 turn to stop.
ZDZ 80 was plenty of power even a little rich. Plane speed was about right
at full throttle.Should pick up some when engine comes in. When I turned
for landing, I carried a little extra speed and thought I would have to go
around but it slowed right down. I don't think I ever used the ailerons once
I got it lined up. I just kept pulling up elevator and it 3 pointed and never
dropped the wing, I must have had some left in it when I spun it. That was
all for the day I just beat the rain. Hope this weekend is better, really
looking forward to getting into this plane.
Fred Lumb
Now, can't wait to get mine together - hope winter doesn't kill me!!
Roger