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Old 12-22-2007 | 05:52 AM
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Default RE: thoughts on the nexstar



How did you remove the dihedryl? I just bent the rod in the wing and added 1/16 bass wood to the top part of the wing joiner. and yes it flys inverted much better and rolls instead of a corkscrew. I also added flaps.

Whats the benifits of being a taildragger? just preference?


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I removed the dihedryl exactly the same way you did. But when I'm sure that I'm 100% happy with it this way I will reinforce the join with epoxy and make it more permanent and stronger.
Taildragger versus trike--- I found the NexStar ground handles way better as a dragger. Point her straight and throttle up, tracks very straight on takeoff. Absolutley no trouble taxiing in a crosswind. As a trike setup the plane wanted to wingtip in a crosswind--now--not. Also absolutley no fear of knocking the firewall out because of the nose gear AND a lot more prop clearance also. Very easy mod and I am 150% happy with the outcome!!

Curt