At 11:41 AM 9/28/2014, you wrote: >Adding ballast to the nose will likely yield a 120 Kts airplane >instead of the desired 150 Kts airplane. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
I seem to recall reading, years ago, that each additional 100 pounds will cost you 3 kts at cruise. I don't know if that holds true for our size aircraft or not or if it's even true. Each additional 100 pounds will noticeably affect take off and climb performance. I can tell the difference between 10 gallon and 25 gallons in the tank. Many KR's are flying with the Diehl skins with little noticeable effect on handling so I don't see that as a concern over stock wings. But, as always,............................ Larry Flesner
