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I believe they were 118 inches, but don't hold me to that. I'd have to look it up. They are 3/16" from ac spruce.

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Sure thing. I used a Team Mini Max 6 gallon tank (5 gals + air) haha. It's in the wing. Make sure you have the tank on hand when building because it's about a half inch wider than the root bay in the original LE plans. From there the fuel runs through a filter (temporary setup in the video) and then to a header tank (JAZ dragster fuel cell). I did this because I didn't like the air bubbles my 37hp Casler-built engine (single Zenith carb) was pulling through the gas line, and as a backup fuel gauge. That's pretty much it. Good luck and blue skies!

Thank You. Very understood, need "expansion" room, for side comment, are you familiar with Smokey Yunik? Like using 1" fuel lines which might hold extra couple gallons, plus had inflatable bladder in fuel tank so would pass tech in NASCAR, decades ago. Then deflated during racing, he also "chilled" fuel, so when it got warm expanded, and would have full tank even after several laps. Lol..... Be safe and thank you again.

This is a 37 hp casler-built half-vw.

No, it was pretty straight forward. I think it's easier than the traditional rigging.

@@leirbaggage, that's what I like to hear. I never really liked control cable setup that the original plans called for, so I'm happy to have found this alternative

@@leirbaggage what length cable did you use? Getting ready to cover my wings and this looks better than the cable solution.

@@davedoyle6835 I went back and looked it up in my AC Spruce orders. They were 118.5" long. Fairly expensive cables. www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/appages/a1550.php

@@leirbaggage Thanks for checking into that for me. I see they have A-930 push pull but not sure about the difference, I can call. If ever up in the Hernando,MS area let me know I'd love to check out a flying LE. I should be ready for testing in the spring! Thanks again, D

It is a 37 hp Casler built engine.

I would ask around on the eaglersnest forum to see what higher altitude guys are using. I assume you'd need the 45.

jto1916 It is regular ultralight fuel line from aircraft spruce actually.

leirbaggage - Thanks for your reply! I guess it was a stupid question but I'm new to ultralight planes and knows very little. I should have known better but it is amazing what some people install in their aircrafts. Thanks again!

Not at all. It took me around 3 years off and on, evenings and weekends. It can be done much faster if you can dedicate time to it and stick to the plans. If you watch the online communities closely you can pick up partially finished kits that will save you time.

So awesome. I don't know a lot about the future, but I know an ultralight is in mine!

Touhid Md This engine is rated at 37 hp and burns regular octane gasoline. It likes to run 2600-3200 rpms. It is a vw car engine modified to 2 cylinders.

leirbaggage I (From India) want some conversation with you, if possible drop a whatsapp message on +919711377937

From left to right my instruments are: Oil Pressure, Belite Altimeter / Air Speed, Altimeter (currently inop), Slip Indicator (bottom, level indicator from a RV), Tachometer (Tiny Tach), and Oil Temp. I will probably get rid of everything except oil pressure, tach and maybe add a dual EGT gauge; for simplicity. I am using push/pull cables (3/16th inch) from Air Craft Spruce for aileron control.

It's rough, but somebody has to do it... ;-)

firstname lastname No. They can only be flown from dawn till dusk per Part 103. www.eaa.org/en/eaa/aviation-communities-and-interests/ultralights-and-ultralight-aircraft/getting-started-in-ultralight-flying/about-faa-part-103-for-ultralights

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NO... READ Regs. FAA part 103... your darn lucky that they let these fly at all.

@@robertlafnear4865 im lucky the golvt allows me to do something ??? must be a democrat

BS. 500 feet from any person, place or thing, per FAR's. Do YOU ** know** what his altitude was? REALLY??? Only he does. I "suggest" you lighten up on the guy...and ultralights in general. The first paragraph of your comment suggests to me you are not a fan of part 103 operations.

I'd like FAR 103 to stay just the way it's presently written. Busting FAR 91 ( watch the video again and note the treetops -- you know of any near-500 ft trees? ) is going to inspire the FAA to either revoke it or ammend it to include some sort of demonstrated knowledge of flight rules and basic airmanship. Oh, speaking of airmanship ... I repeat, watch the video again and note places where an engine failure would have resulted in an forced landing in someone's back yard. Is that good airmanship??

Apology ( sort of ) - OK, granted it's been 23 years since I've been in aviation and the rules have changed since that time. I looked it up and it says, <quote> : FAR 91.1(e) This part does not apply to any aircraft or vehicle governed by part 103 of this chapter. <unquote> So my comments about "busting" FAR Part 91 were unwarrented and out of place and I apologize for them. However, the apology does not extend to my comments about airmanship, and I think the poster's video title is self-evident to his lack of respect ( or lack of knowledge - which has the same effect ) for that aspect. Also my opinions about the FAA's attitude toward this sort of flight behavior and their probable reactions to them. Believe me, I don't want any more restrictive part 103 and my gut instinct is that this lack of aircraft and airman regulation is probably a sort of an experiment by them to see what develops, and if they don't like what they see developing the experiment will certainly end after some innocent bystanders get killed.

Tim E. You have obviously mistaked us for someone who cares about your opinion.

Mr Bill Martin, They are push/pull cables from aircraft spruce. They really simplify the setup and give the ailerons a nice feel.

@@leirbaggage Any pics of your control stick attach points? I really like the Push / Pull control idea.

@@wallacemynatt878 there's a couple on my sparsely populated build blog: notsolegaleagle.blogspot.com/2014/08/control-horn-tee.html?m=1

I haven't noticed any. I considered installing a diagonal jury strut or a quick connect to still allow easy entry.

haha, it's true. He's a pure bred mutt, but he's a good'un. I need a 2 seater because all he wants to do is ride along...

I am building the DE, have almost completed the wings. Heading to OSH17 not sure if you will be there, but if you are i will be hanging out with the other Eaglers