Post by Britpilot on Nov 26, 2009 5:14:58 GMT 1
I can make my SC LP do a outside loop if I'm clever enough. I don't think that this is a maneuver that Hobby Zone may have considered for the original cub design. As the stock struts do nothing in compression, IE: when flying inverted, an outside loop puts a lot of load on the wing, probably more than it was designed for. I like the ideas people have for strengthening the wing by adding a spar but I also like the look of the struts. Therefore I'm giving some thought to making rigid struts using CF rod or maybe control pushrods. Must consider weight I know but the SC LP seems to have a great deal of power so I think a few ounces won't hurt. In the event of a mega- prang I'll need to have a way for the struts to break loose so I may have to consider velcro mountings and one or both ends. I'll let you know when I work it all out and I'll post the obligatory pix.
