ORIGINAL: spiral_72
ORIGINAL: KI8FR
I just got my cap 232 all set and ready to go. I put it on the scale and found out that the plane is 15lbs 4oz. It has 1032" to the wing wich come out to be about 32oz per square. I do not do 3D I just like to fly. How well do you think this plane will do?
Paul
Built it from scratch eh? Cool! I'd like to see some pictures! Do you have any assembly pictures?
What equipment are you using? Maybe we can help you shed some weight.
3lbs over is quite a bit. Is that with or without fuel?
I suppose you use the stock ignition? A magneto? You might be able to do some cutting on the engine and reduce weight. One idea that comes to mind is a chainsaw engine has enough cooling surface so that it can be run under load with little or no airflow. I expect airflow won't be a problem on an airplane so maybe you could shave some material there. Also the cast motor could probably have all the flashing removed, maybe an ounce savings?
Is there any lead in the plane for balance?
What size tank?
I have no lead in this plane at all. Just putting the engine in set the CG right on. I have a 20oz tank and and it is with out fuel.
I did all that to the engine. I cut down a lot off of it. I put CH ignition on it. The engine with muffler is 3 lbs and 6 oz. Witch is not bad at all for that engine.
The teil of this plane is heavy but so is the Hanger 9 caps tail.
I am seeing a lot of back and forth on this. I do not want to do 3D. I just love to fly. I just would like to know what to expect when I take this up for the 1st time.
Thanks for all you in put.
Paul