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What gyrocopter are you
planning on building?
Hi
Mark,
Since the goal is to use the
single rotor engine, I have to find one that will allow a 200-220 lb, 100
HP engine.
I'd really like to have a
tractor configuration, but right now, the Little Wing is about the only game in
town. It would accept the engine just fine, but it's only
available as plans, so I'd have to scratch build the fuselage. I
have the plans, and haven't ruled it out completely, but it would be a lot of
construction work, which I'm trying to avoid. The good news is that
it would be inexpensive, which is nice since I have all my money tied up in
the RV-8.
The best option at the
moment is a single place Dominator. They've proven to be safe, and work
well with Subaru's and such, so it would handle the weight. Construction
is simple, and could be fairly inexpensive as well. Actually, it can be
scratch built, and I have the plans for them as well. The cost of the
pre-welded components is so reasonable, that I'd never do it
myself.
Right now, I need a redrive,
and then I can get on with single rotor re-configuration and testing. I've
still got lots to do on the RV-8 during it's test period, and have to paint it
at some point as well, so I'm not in too much of a hurry for the gyro right
now.
Cheers,
Rusty
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