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    Design stress mathmatics on a wing extension

    Thanks 750! I am now faced, as a result of this thread, with a decision I didn't expect. I have looked for literally years for the 'right' plane to build. I wanted something that could fly under LSA, built from wood a bit at a time as I could afford, 2 seats, side by side seating vs tandem, high...
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    Design stress mathmatics on a wing extension

    Great guys! Thanks for the help and moral support. I will ask more after reading some of the books you've mentioned. I appreciate it! Mark
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    Design stress mathmatics on a wing extension

    Wow guys! Great stuff. Thanks a heap... Regarding the Barracuda, it is a great all wood plane, and a friend of mine has one here in the Fresno area. However, I need light sport and it is too heavy and too fast for that... I know that changing a design is risky and not always prudent, but I do...
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    Design stress mathmatics on a wing extension

    Hi All: Thanks for the feedback, and for the cautions. I am in complete agreement that the foces and the analysis needs to be done before making the changes. As to why I would want to mess around with the design, as it is a proven and successful plane without my help... Well, I am too big...
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    Design stress mathmatics on a wing extension

    Hi All: I am planning a modification to a Pietenpol Air Camper project that I am building. I am planning to make the wing using the Riblett 613.5 airfoil, which will provide better flight characteristics for me. I am a large pilot (6'4" and 250 before my diet...) and I live in a hot...
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    wood aircraft construction manual - looking for

    Found them here: Main Search, Power
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    Weight difference between wood and steel tubing in fuselage construction

    Thanks guys. I have heard there is only about 30 pounds difference between the versions. I am not redesigning the plane, as there is a steel tube version listed on the plans. I have the EAA books and some videos on Welding, so I may just have a go at it. I was just curious what kind of weight...
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    Weight difference between wood and steel tubing in fuselage construction

    Hi All: Just planning a Pietenpol build and and needing the lightest airframe I can get due to my size (6'4" and 250 lbs). Can anyone tell me the difference in weight between steel tubed builds and wood builds? I know steel tube is lighter, but since I would have to some welding and I need...
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