ExConPilot
Registered User
Oregon
I have been flying for 45 years, 747's to champs. 34,000 hours. Bought Cubcrafters PA-18-180.... did not realise how forward the CG was empty... hit the brakes, bagged the prop, now a new prop and OH engine later, flying again. Seems the Cubcrafters first 5 "Top Cubs" were very forward CG. I placed 60 # sand in tail, better. Still, when approaching at 50, no flare left, have to add power. Can approach 45, but have to add a lot of power. Told gap seals help, kit on the way.... what has been the experience for those with or without the gap seals? Also, this is a PA-18 - 180 Cubcrafters .... 180 HP with fixed Sensenich... lots of weight forward, add to that more incidence, and elevator stalls early... would like to land slow without a quick stab of power, what say you?????