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The 78” is best matched for the S-21. I only had the 78” a few days, but Catto’s cruise pitch is comparable to the WW with a slightly better climb. If you pitch them both down for climb, the Catto makes it a rocket ship. The WW at a flatter pitch is inferior. I’m hoping to get more time on the 78” at some point for more data.

RANS includes that with the kit. Call them and ask for Trimlock Cushion Lip, Part no 4100C-1/16

A cub will land shorter and is more robust but slower. The S-21 with factory gear is capable to land on 500’ with a clear approach. I’ve landed on baseball sized gravel bars with a backcountry instructor so my opinion has shifted a bit. If you want shock gear (gunna make the S-21 slower) you need to consult RANS and be careful with the tailcone as it is thin aluminum structure. The S-21 is a good compromise for cross county flying with some off field capability.

thanks for the response, i was pretty dead set on the S-21 because of its back country capability, but ive heard from several other owners now that it is simply not the mission it was engineered for. Would you say the traditional tube and fabric planes are the ideal backcountry design?@@SkyRayden100

Tube and fabric will always land shorter and be a bit more robust, but any airplane abused too much will break. Don’t throw out the S-21 too fast, I like the speed of mine and can live with not landing in 100’. First define your mission and what you mean by backcountry. The S-21 is an awesome airplane and relatively easy build.

Woww looks amazing! You already do a fligth test?

It was a little taller, but not much. I ended up going back to factory gear after damage to my airframe from a hard landing. Consult with RANS on a modification this major for engineering advice. I’ve concluded if you want to fly it like a Carbon Cub, buy a Carbon Cub instead. The S21 is a fantastic airplane stock and FAST with the factory gear legs.

@@SkyRayden100 did you keep the shock monster on the tail or did you just swap the main gear? I’m thinking about the shock monster for mine as I’ve already had my tail spring collapse due to the undersized fastening hardware

@@Captndarty I kept the shock monster tailwheel but reinforced the tail cone with 3/4" 6061 angle shown on my EAA Builders Log. Email B Cu lp01 at gmail dot com for more info.

The 2nd header was for the smoke system. Never intended to add fuel.

@@SkyRayden100 I should have watched the video before commenting... Looks like you have a very nice build going!

I have the TCW back up system for portions of my G3X. I opted for RANS provided back-up system for the ignition. I got some help from RANS on their ignition back-up battery installs they use for their S-LSA S-21. My biggest hurdle was how important is using a shielded wire and shield from ground and where exactly do I need those wires. I also utilized the power select switch as a terminal block so to speak to double up wires for charging the back-up battery. RANS has multiple wires going to the battery instead.

No, I followed the RANS manual.

Sure, no problem. Summit Racing has all kinds of goodies for lines and AN fittings FYI www.summitracing.com/parts/FRA-4121136BL

@@SkyRayden100 Thanks alot - much appreciated

Thanks! Looks like West Marine changed their tank design. Try the Attwood 3 gallon tank on Amazon: www.amazon.com/attwood-8803LPG2-Certified-gallon-Portable/dp/B0053HOWUO/ref=dp_fod_1?pd_rd_i=B0053HOWUO&psc=1 The pump and all the fittings were from www.smokesystemhelper.com. If I wasn’t so lazy I would have used a second header tank. I did not want to remove the aileron pulley because I already rigged the controls.

@@SkyRayden100 thank you! I saw you had the shut off valve which I see is available on that website and also see the oil pump. Are there other fittings or hardware that you bought from there for other parts of the system? Also thanks much for the Attwood recommendation. I also don’t want to modify any of the cable system. I assume you also just ordered another fuel header tank base from rans. Thanks again for your help.

@@bfryar22 No modification to the cable system. I just didn’t want to disassemble the lower right aileron pulley at that time. The stock header tank would be ideal for a smoke tank on the passenger side. All the fittings and hose are included in the smoke system helper kit to assemble the smoke system.

I guess if you only have the outer hold down strips cleco'd then removing the wing is possible. I suggest installing the windshield at the airport so you do not have to remove the wings.

Yes, Shock Monster gear. Bolts right up. Call Tony at TK-1 Racing to purchase. I keep forgetting to do a video…

@@SkyRayden100 Cool! are you doing any other mods for bush flying? I am still torn between the S21 and the SuperstolXL. I don't care much about high cruise....

I was told #6 as well, maybe I'm 5 by now. JB at Continental says I may get it by April. Cutting it real close for Oshkosh.

Thanks Randy... I'm trying to pay it forward and put out information. I definitely like the TCW IBBS units! I saved a bit by only going with one, but it seems more of a headache to wire myself and no benefit of the automation of the IBBS on the ignition.

Thanks! I've tried to streamline my filming and editing process. I'm trying to make complete videos with only an iPhone 13 Pro. Videos will be more raw, but hopefully more timely as well.

The most common hangar in the US is the T-Hangar.

I'll start working on that. The gear manufacture is on my airport.

@@SkyRayden100 Thank you sir for your quick response, - yep I thought the gear looked familiar & yep did see that episode on the" Kitfox adventure's" site landing gear upgrade, I'm thinking what with Rans S21's selling like hot cakes Shock monster suspension would be a very nice addition. Cheers. Glenn DownUnder.

Yes Please, That gear certainly got my attention, would very much like to know more about it. Cheers, Glenn. DownUnder.

@@glennstocker487 Tony from TK1 Racing who designed and sells the Shock Monster gear is on my airport. Here is a video about the gear on a Kitfox until I get something put together about the gear on the S-21. ua-cam.com/video/5HwSFyLKZXM/v-deo.html

It is just a terminal block for my positive connections to avoid having too many ring terminals on the master/starter solenoid. Might not need it depending on your fuse or CB layout. eaabuilderslog.org/showmy.php?p=7Z6aiFvQO&z3=&i=40723826&l=66872&t=f&f=05831577-A547-48B4-A9E5-D2FF434070C3.jpeg My plan is the master solenoid gives power to the terminal block. The main fuse panel goes to the terminal block. The avionics relay is energized by the terminal block. And the alternator B lead goes to the terminal block. You may be able to simplify it by placing all those connections on the output of the master solenoid and input of the starter solenoid. I just chose to use the block with more threaded posts.

@@SkyRayden100 Great stuff. Thanks very much.

Stress cracks could develop. Less chance of large burs when using a backstop or the metal is sandwiched like the HS frame, but I did find a lot of small chips between there. Here is a Homebuilt Help Video on deburring: ua-cam.com/video/0W1YB8xY0IQ/v-deo.html

The other reason to debur is the burrs can prevent two parts from mating together fully and this is particularly importing on the rivets. If the rivet has any interference that leaves room for pieces to move and over time come loose. When it comes loose the rivet hole will start to elongate causing more looseness.

I think I needed to pull the skins more to the side along firewall to get more material to wrap around to the side. Plus with the side skins and 2x4 blocking my view I couldn’t see the error until I drilled

I’ll double check but top center has 90* downward flange so I can’t see how it would fit on top.

@@SkyRayden100 ok well then it wont...I havent started building mine yet..got to finish the project I am on..thats why I love all you guys paving the road so hopefully I get mine sorted easier :)

The S-21 is the perfect balance of STOL performance, good cruise speed, easy build and good looks. Vans has no high wing back country aircraft and I wanted a tailwheel, so the 750 wasn't considered.