I may be able to get a Kitfox IV project close by where I live. It is uncovered and I wanted to get a list of modifications that you guys that have been flying Kitfoxes and Avids for a while have made and feel are worthwhile. I'm interested in hearing about all modifications, but especially those that are considered mandatory and need to be done before covering. Don't think that any mod is too trivial or simple because I want to try to think of all and incorporate the ones I want during the build rather than try to add on later. I'll start the list below. If you would when you post let me know if you think a particular mod is mandatory, nice to have, etc. Just so you know some of the parameters, the airplane will be a tailwheel airplane powered by an 80 hp Rotax 912. I'm going for light weight as much as possible.


Modifications List


1. Comply with all Kitfox service bulletins and service letters


2. Reinforce fuselage sides where landing gear mounts


3. Reinforce landing gear truss where bungees attach


4. Different main landing gear (Grove, cabane type, other) (I'll probably go with cabane type gear)


5. Larger pneumatic tailwheel (Probably a 8" Matco)


6. In flight adjustable elevator trim tab. (Electric or manual)