RE: Raising stall speed?
The engine is idling very nice and slow. I will look at the prop. It is most likely a 10-6. An 11-4 would be a good choice I think. I think adding weight would be the last option for sure. We already have a lot of elevator travel but I can look at that as well.
It just seems that if a perfect final approach is not executed, losing all of the speed is very tough. If the nose is dropped the slightest amount, the wing picks up enough speed to delay the stall.
I will experiment with it at the field, and start with the prop. Thanks for the ideas guys!