I just got a cg machine ,read instructions put it together put plane on location from leading edge specified by plane instructions. The problem is what reference line do you use to make sure plane is balanced? Stab level, wings level,fuse level & if so how do you get reference line on fuse. lookin for some place to use a bubble level to balance plane . Got an ultra stick on the way & want learn how to balance my old plane first.Please explaine the reference points places to put level. Or step by step how to balance a plane . PS" IM LOST!

Just set your level on the horiz stab and have your wing ruler set to where the balance point is suppose to be. After you do it a few times it gets real easy.
If you have it balanced right the bubble should be right in center. If not start moving things around to get it level.
Al

Wing ruler ? you mean the 2 rulers with pegs sticking up, where if it says 3 1/4 from leading edge you move them to that mark & set wings buted up to pegs.

You got it now.........
remember a little bit nose heavy is good . tail heavy is definitelly a no no

I really feel good about using the CG Machine - you can place that CG right where you want it - consistantly.

Jerry

Thanks every one, What got me confused was someone told me you need to find the reference line on the fuse . From what ive gatherd you balance planes by leveling the stab. Does that apply to all planes? if so ive got it.