RE: CMP Hellcat
I just installed a set of ESM retracts in a CMP Hellcat that I am putting together for a club member. Like was said the struts are too long for this Hellcat I had to shorten them 15/16" then rebore the hole to slip over the stub in the retract and then finally drill and re-tap the the holes for the locks. It was easy to do but without a lathe I would say it would be impossible. Took about 45 minutes start to finish so not hard to do. Will let you know how they end up working but I like the design with the ring and pinion. I have them installed and the plane is ready just doing the weathering now so maiden is close and I have to do that also such the fun.