RE: SHRIKE CLUB # 1
With an OS 32 and 9x8 prop, I clocked my shrike with a speed gun at 119. That was on a day the engine was not on par. As far as weight go's. I install a flat pack 600 battery all the way to the back Behind the last bulkhead. I cut a hatch behind the bulkhead and install the battery there. Even with the battery that far back I still need to add weight for the 32. It's also a good idea to Gusset the leading edge to the fuse. This is a weak spot. I also insert the leading edge "Into" the fuse then glue. You just cut a hole in the fuse where the leading edge meets the fuse and insert. If you've ever built a 40 shrike this technique is used in the plans.. The vertical stabilizers have a tendance to split due to landings on grass. The solution is to just cut the bottom of the stabilizer at a slight angle up at the back edge. Dave