I kinda got into this conversion thing a few months back but soon realized I was over my head several ways. So I put the motor back in the junk box and designed and built a plane to put it on. That is framed up now and i am back to the engine again.

I just want to ask for some advice here. If I put the flywheel on my Delta stationary belt sander and take the fins down with that am I gonna be doing something wrong? I don't have machine work abilities or the tools. I realize it has to be even and balanced in the end and I think I can take care of that. I took it down a little tonight and measured everything and it was all even and looked good.

The plane I built has a 77 inch wingspan with a 15 inch cord. In the bones with the motor mount installed and all control surfaces hinged it weighs 5 lbs. and 3 ounces. It kinda reminds me of a stick with a more modern look. The airfoil is a NACA 2415. It is 56 inches from the back of the prop to the hinge line on the rudder. The control surfaces are generous.

I appreciate in advance any input you folks may have to offer on this adventure.

Thanks,

Bill