ORIGINAL: Electriceddie
ORIGINAL: MR MIKE M
so far in building i have not used the manual. The placement of my equipment is based solely on my previous knowledge of building. I don't want to find out i have an airplane with a CG out of limits the first time i fly it.
Dude,
Read the manual. I have been building Kits, ARF's for over 25 years no matter what your experience is, you should read the manual. There is always something to learn about or a technique needed to be done for that specific airplane. The manufactuer gives radio andand CG. advice because they have built, flown and tested the prototype and found the best set-up so you don't have these kinds of questionsor have to experiment. Sure it is OK to deviate and we all do, but you should still at least review the instructions.
CG.= 25-30% of the wing chord.