Need a picture of a speed mod

[Darren S]

I've checked the archives but can't seem to find a picture of Gaffer's tape placed over the bolt openings on the elevator and rudder.

Seems easy enough to try but I would like to see a picture first. Also, any other simple speed mod suggestions would be welcome.

Thanks,

Darren

[Bob Axsom]

I tried to respond to your private message requesting some mod ideas. When I sent the message I got a notice that your address was not recognized. I've never had that happen before but I wanted you to know I did not ignore your message. I have applied gaffers tape to the openings for attaching the elevator and rudder. There is nothing to it just like putting tape over a hole. It may come off in flight - mine did - but if it does you just try doing it a little differently and try again until you come up with a configuration that works. The mod makes a little difference but not much and the risk is minimal. I made metal plates to cover these openings later on in the evolution process.

Bob Axsom

[Darren S]

Hi Bob,

I tried to pm you again. Let me know if the comm problems still exists.

Darren

[Bob Axsom]

Contact:

Paser Publications
5672 West Chestnut Axenue
Littleton, Colorado 80123

This is the best book in my opinion on the subject of speed mods. You need to read this to get a complete feel of what you can do. This is real 1st hand information.

Bob Axsom

[Snowflake]

Bob, do you have any pictures of your tape install, and/or of the metal plates you installed later? Just curious where this is exactly, and what you're covering. I can't picture it.

[Bob Axsom]

Look at this thread:

Covering those access holes in the tail

Bob Axsom