aileron spade mod

[goody]

My kit was shipped Dec 2001. I am just about to close up the right aileron and noted on MAM's website a change from a 6 in. to a 12 in. spade to lighten forces. Although my instructions are for the 12 in. spade, my skin is only 6 in. My weight is also 6 in. (does this change for the 12 in?) My inclination is to continue stock and maybe change it later, am I making a mistake?

[Don Boardman]

My kit was shipped Dec 2001. I am just about to close up the right aileron and noted on MAM's website a change from a 6 in. to a 12 in. spade to lighten forces. Although my instructions are for the 12 in. spade, my skin is only 6 in. My weight is also 6 in. (does this change for the 12 in?) My inclination is to continue stock and maybe change it later, am I making a mistake?

Hi "Goody",

In talking with Brian at MAM he recommends the spade upgrade. Helps handling and stick forces if I recall. Our Ailerons where complete, but even so, the upgrade was a piece of cake. Both skin and Lead are 12".(more weight). We felt that it made sense to incorporate the improvement to the airplane.

Regards,
Don Boardman
& Partner
Randy Bowers
SR3500#130 "The Muskie" M-14PF Aerocet 3400 amphibs, Rome, NY