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Old 09-05-2015, 05:30 PM   #25 (permalink)
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The use of weights is to move the center of mass forward in relation to the center of pressure. Down force of any kind whether by weights or wings has been used. My suggestion is to use a clean sailplane body shape and add some small canards or strakes to the nose if needed. Craig Vetter lowered the position of the 36 lb weights to make the scooter steering more responsive.
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