ORIGINAL: Rcpilot
Send me some pics when you do it. [sm=thumbs_up.gif] Would you consider a build thread? I'd love to see this type of kit bash.
I think you'll have to sand or cut the wing saddle down to fit the semi-symmetrical wing, but shouldn't bee too hard. Maybe build a new fuse doubler? I think the saddle is about 1/2" longer than the wing cord. It's been awhile since I measured, so don't quote me on that.
I would set the wing and stab to 0 on the incidence meter. If you add a bigger motor like a 91 4-stroke or a 75 size 2-stroke, consider 1 degree more right thrust. My stock LT-40 with TH .75 has SERIOUS left thrust issues because I didn't add anymore right thrust to it. It takes quite a bit of rudder to draw a straight vertical line.
Makes sense, it's twice the HP of the largest engine recommended for the plane.
Good luck with it and please post some pics or send me an email with some pics.
I have a few to finish before I take this on. GP300 60 size and OMP Edge. I think the most difficult part will be designing the engine nacelles. I want them to somehow key into the wing spar and possibly the leading edge of the wing. I would also like the fuel tanks to fit into the wing between spars. Will use 6oz Hayes in each wing half to feed the Saito 45's. I will need to sheet the wings out about one bay more than stock. This will necessitate a trimming of two ribs to make room for the sheeting. The wing will be built flat or possibly a slight amount of anhedral. Wing and stab will be 0 degrees incidence, maybe a degree or two of down on the engines.
On the positive side, the fuse is built other than modifying the wing saddle. Tail feathers are built also, I was thinking of redoing these to match the area size of the 4*60. I thought it may be best to make the control surfaces the same size as the 4*60.
I am sure I will have many questions on this when I get going
I am sure I'll need help. I'll keep you posted.