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I ran across a few photos of my original Firestar, 1985, during a complete
rebuild winter 1987/88. If you notice, that is an 18 gal 5052 aluminum fuel
tank situated behind the main bulkhead. Guessing about 125 lbs total fuel,
tank, and Facet Pump. On long cross country flights a lot of gear was
shoved under the tank in my now available cargo compartment, all behind the
main bulkhead.
No, I didn't put a heavy battery in the nose (not installed) or lead weight
to counterbalance the fuel tank. Aircraft was perfectly balanced and a joy
to fly. All flying surfaces were built to plans. Also had a ton of two
part Aerothane paint and dope on it. Have no idea where the paper CG was.
Never did a weight and balance on the FS.
No adverse pitch problems 30 years ago.
john h
mkIII
Titus, Alabama
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