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Old 06-12-2009 | 11:52 PM
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Hi all,
My name is Mark & I am slowly making my way into pattern. A friend from another forum (Rebellion) referred me here.
I currently am sorting out a Cermark Javelin 2 w/ Saito .72. The first thing I noticed was a serious ground loop issue especially on a grass field. Ordered a set of CF gear from Graph Tech, Am going to mount it on the fuse as far back as I can to the forward section of the wing saddle. As far as trimming goes, it has an issue with too much down elevator required for inverted. I have the CG back as far as I dare, getting touchy on the elevator. Down lines a very straight. Over the winter, i decfeased tha AOA of the main wing slightly, have yet to test fly the mod.
Anybody have any tips on this airframe? I know it's not perfect, but I would like to get it trimmed as neuteral as possible.
Thanks in advance,
Mark
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