Peter Philp

Not sure if I have just been lucky but the centre of gravity has come out pretty much on the money as per the manual with the battery positioned under the tank. May need to be moved slightly but nothing serious and shouldn’t need to add any addition weight.

should be plenty of space now for airflow and movement.

I have removed as little as possible out of the firewall to clear the carb, needs a bit of finishing/ tidying, But seems far less than other examples I’ve seen. Did you have any issues with heat from the exhaust? I have removed a little bit to clear but wondering how hot this will get and whether I need something more heatproof. I have cut the cowl and considering this had already been cut by the previous owner I think it has come out pretty well.

Thanks for the heads up Jon. I suppose that answers my earlier questions concerning power. Not knowing anything about lasers I bought 2nd hand as a 70. Thanks for your comments Chris, I will keep posting as I go. I have a week off coming up so should make a bit of progress soon. I would appreciate any photos you have for pointers. Pete

So had a bit of change in direction. I’ve managed to pick up a Ripmax kit that’s like new. Hasn’t been flown and had an asp65 fitted which I think is toast/ removed. Looks like I’m going to have to modify it a bit to get the 70 in. Have done a bit of a search which suggests a carb scoop may overcome the lack of space. And may need to adjust the height of the tank. Can anyone anticipate any other problems. Thanks Pete

Thanks Jon, good to know. I have found your comments on these threads very informative. And appreciate your response. I best get building then! Pete

Sorry if I have recorded this in the wrong place. Have read many of these threads but never posted. My question is would a Laser 70 have enough power for a Wot wot kit built plane? I have read people putting 70’s in acrowots and 80’s in wots wots but wonder whether a 70 in a wots wot will be under powered? Thanks Pete