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Thread: Series 6 vs 7. Differences? Pros and cons? Suggested mods / updates?

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    Post Series 6 vs 7. Differences? Pros and cons? Suggested mods / updates?

    Hi,

    I am new here and also a new owner of a kit fox six.

    The plane is not complete yet but.

    But while I finish it up, I’m wondering if there are any modifications / updates that I can do to it to make it better?

    Thanks for suggestions,

    Jeff

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    Default Re: Series 6 vs 7. Differences? Pros and cons? Suggested mods / updates?

    The larger elevator is a useful upgrade. Gives more authority on landing flairs.
    Congrats on acquiring a model six. The six is a great version and not that many were produced.
    Also, welcome to TeamKitfox.com. I’m sure some Six owners will have input on some useful upgrades for you.


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    Default Re: Series 6 vs 7. Differences? Pros and cons? Suggested mods / updates?

    I kind of got a mutt Kitfox I built.
    No not a 6!
    No not a 7!
    No not a 7SS!
    It is just called a Kitfox SPORT! Not many kits produced.
    Kitfox 7 flying

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    Default Re: Series 6 vs 7. Differences? Pros and cons? Suggested mods / updates?

    Hi,

    Thanks for those that have replied to my inquiry about the differences between the 6 and 7SS.

    Can anybody else add to what are the specific details about the differences of the 6 and 7 models.

    I would really like to start working on some of these upgrades and mods.

    Thanks again for your help,

    Jeff

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    Default Re: Series 6 vs 7. Differences? Pros and cons? Suggested mods / updates?

    Here is a link to the Kitfox model history. This might answer a lot of your questions.

    http://kitfox.lazair.com/skystar/Aircraft_History.htm
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    Default Re: Series 6 vs 7. Differences? Pros and cons? Suggested mods / updates?

    The biggest difference I see is the engine position. The 7 comes out further from the firewall. Translation, you get more payload carrying ability in the cargo bay. W&B wise I get 85-90 pounds in my Series 6 and I believe Series 7 owners can carry more weight and stay in CG. As for how much I don’t have a number. Speed is the same as is performance based on my flying around with Desertfox4 and his Series 7.
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    Default Re: Series 6 vs 7. Differences? Pros and cons? Suggested mods / updates?

    Hi Desert Dave and PapauPilot,

    Thanks for the response to my inquiry.

    Jeff

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    Default Re: Series 6 vs 7. Differences? Pros and cons? Suggested mods / updates?

    I should add that I love my 6 and wouldn’t trade it for anything!
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    Default Re: Series 6 vs 7. Differences? Pros and cons? Suggested mods / updates?

    KF Sport.jpgBig tires.jpg

    Kitfox Sport, before and after
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    Kitfox7-Sport-July04.jpg

    photo from way before, when Skystar was showing her off
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