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Tired Old Man · 01-28-2008, 11:54 AM

I'm taking these numbers from the manual since I haven't physically measured the wings yet.

Span: 106"
Area: 2,020 sq. in.
Weight: 24-27 pounds

I'd look at the weight a bit more realistically and figure 24.5 to 28 pounds, depending on the equipment used. We all know that AUW is ultimately controlled by the buyer so there needs to be some slack there.

Two planes have been completed before this one, with one of them having an engine change to see how it performed with a DA 85. Using a DA 100 with cans and a 3w 106, with what pipes I don't know, had the plane at 27 and a little change. The DA 85 version was lighter and performed quite well, with very good vertical performance.

Posted in another forum are the dimensions of the can tunnel opening. 3-1/8" high by 7-7/8" wide, with about 1/8" that can be shaved on the top and bottom of the opening if more is needed..

01-28-2008, 11:54 AM	#3
Tired Old Man Bad-ass Super Contributer! Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: California Posts: 4,323	Re: 40% Wild Hare Giles 202 I'm taking these numbers from the manual since I haven't physically measured the wings yet. Span: 106" Area: 2,020 sq. in. Weight: 24-27 pounds I'd look at the weight a bit more realistically and figure 24.5 to 28 pounds, depending on the equipment used. We all know that AUW is ultimately controlled by the buyer so there needs to be some slack there. Two planes have been completed before this one, with one of them having an engine change to see how it performed with a DA 85. Using a DA 100 with cans and a 3w 106, with what pipes I don't know, had the plane at 27 and a little change. The DA 85 version was lighter and performed quite well, with very good vertical performance. Posted in another forum are the dimensions of the can tunnel opening. 3-1/8" high by 7-7/8" wide, with about 1/8" that can be shaved on the top and bottom of the opening if more is needed..