I was at the field today and a friend showed up with his new Mid-Star 4-, powered by a Saito .56 with a 12x6 prop. Landing Gear was in the trike configuration. Before he even made his maiden flight, I knew that I had to have one. After that first flight, I was considering ordering TWO!!!

I came home and immediately cancelled my order for my third H9 Twist 40 ARF (on backorder). I'm getting a H9 Spitfire for Christmas anyway - so HH won't lose out.

I have a Saito 56 myself, and I'm sure that I have a couple of 12x6 props hanging around. Keep this thread going. I need some ideas.

He mentioned that his only major change was to use the LG off a LT-25 because it was a little taller than the stock gear. I have something like that hanging around, I think. I'll also change out the nylon rods for some composites from Sullivan.

OK, if you were to design or outfit the airplane yourself, what would you do differently? Are there any weak areas I should look out for?