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Old 03-16-2007 | 11:14 AM
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Default Midwest 80" Citabria Build Thread?

Just wondering if you fellas want to see me do another kit build. I haven't built a kit since the 4*120.

The 4*120 Build Thread
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_35..._1/key_/tm.htm

I'm kinda itchin' to get some CA on my fingers. I bought the Midwest Citabria cheap in the RCU classifieds.

Some specs on the Citabria:

http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...?&I=LXAP63&P=0

SPECS: Wing span: 80.75"
Scale: 1/5
Wing Loading: 17.91 to 20.29 oz/sq ft
Wing Area: 970 sq in
Length: 56.5"
Weight: 7.5 - 8.5lbs
Airfoil: Semi-Symmetrical High-Wing
IMAA Legal
Engine: .60-.75 (2-stroke) or .65-.91 (4-stroke)

I'm going to ATTEMPT a weedie engine thats been converted to gas/glow Hybrid configuration. It will have to be small. Like 15cc up to maybe 21cc.

I'll probably build this Citabria with a glider tow hook.

I MIGHT try and modify it to look more like a Decathlon. The turtledeck area is a bit different and the cowl is slightly different. I don't know for sure if I'll modifiy the kit to look like a Decathlon. It's just a threat right now. Nothing certain.

Open to suggestions. [8D]