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I think I got it now. I can run a 85 hp, in a C model, if I maintain the 1260 gross weight. Then I can get off the ground faster and land slower. However, if I overload the plane, it will be capable of stalling (combination of extra weight and high angle of attack at full throttle). I could make a C model with the 85 hp safe, but illegal, for the 1400 gross if I limit the elevator to 9 degrees. The 9 degree eleavator will prevent stalls. (The full D conversion requires more the the elevator limit, which must be done to be legal). So, now that I've converted mine to a D, I get for my labor and expense: 1400 gross weight and the ability to knock the tires off at a faster speed or go into the trees at the end of the runway. Money well spent? It would appear that if it wasn't so expensive the split elevator would be a good investment on the D model. I had the 20 degree plus up elevator on my C model Coupe. That was probally why my landings were so good. (Someone had put the push rod, for the eleavator, in the bungiee cord hole and gave me lots of up eleavator). Good way to hurt ones self. As always, thanks for the education. Gosh my brain hurts when it has to work. (By the way, I came up your way back at Christmas but didn't have the oppotunity to stop by. Maybe someday.) Jack __________________________________________________ To unsubscribe from this list please send mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] ____________________________________________________________ T O P I C A -- Learn More. Surf Less. Newsletters, Tips and Discussions on Topics You Choose. http://www.topica.com/partner/tag01
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