Trouble Shooting the Quicksilver MX
Like anything else in life, the older something gets the more prone it is to break down, humans are no exception to this rule, and unfortunately neither are aircraft.
One of the oldest and most proven designs on the ultralight market is that of the VENERABLE QUICKSILVER MX . The MX was probably the most highly promoted and successfully marketed ultralight aircraft in the world, with some reports of over 8,000 having been sold.
One of the reasons for its popularity was the fact that it came as a complete ready to bolt together package, with superior assembly manual, and with all parts neatly packaged for easy identification.
This allowed the average ultralight enthusiast to assemble his kit, ready to fly in as little as 50 hours, in some cases as little as a weekend.
Now no matter how well something is built, someone always finds a way to break it, and no matter how much testing a factory does in a controlled environment, owners always find someway of doing it just a little different and come up with a problem.
An advantage both to the factory and potential future purchasers of an ultralight is a quick build aircraft with thousands flying. The reason is quite simple, the faster the craft is built and flying the sooner the PROBLEMS , show up, allowing the factory to improve their product.
You can see that if it takes a year to build a craft, and another year to put 50 hours on it, (before problems were reported to the factory) it would be two years from delivery before the craft was IMPROVED, on the assembly line.
In Canada the MX, and MX11 were probably the first ultralights to be used for training new pilots. In the hay day of ultralight aviation 1981/83, some schools in Canada were putting 50 to 60 hours week on their craft in TRAINING.
When you put that kind of hours on a plane primarily designed for recreational flight, it like an 18 year old working the street, starts to show its age, very quickly.
In an effort to help smooth out some of the wrinkles on the old MX and make it a little more respectable the following is a run down of some of the problems and their possible solutions, encountered in the use of the MX for training.
These problems may not show up at all on some craft because of the different kind of demands put on it, while others might be a little closer to the training environment than at first realized.
The problems areas are broken down into .
1. Engine
2. Airframe
3. Drive train
4. Control system
5. Fabric
ENGINE
We will be discussing some of the problems associated with the engines used on the MX, but it is suggested that you read Problem solving the 430 Cayuna R, and Troubleshooting the Rotax family of ultralight engines, which if not published by this publication will be in the near future, or by contacting Ultralight News for a full report on the problems encountered in the use of these engines on various ultralights.
Whether using the Cayuna or Rotax engine use Premium unleaded fuel, with a good grade of oil. When purchasing your gas buy it from a busy station, mix 5 gallons at a time, or whatever you will be using, and under no circumstances store premixed fuel in a bulk container, as it quickly looses its octane rating.
Make sure that the spark plugs you are using are the kind recommended by the manufacturer, and that they are properly gapped, prior to installation.
Plugs should be inspected periodically replaced about every 25 hours, or at the first sign of a miss), as should the fuel filter.
The air filter supplied by the manufacturer was a sponge filter which is very prone to water absorption, and is not a filter that I personally recommend.
A K & N airfilter model RU 0600 has proven to work very effectively, and does not suffer from the water draw back. A word of caution to owners who have installed weight shift Quicksilver engines, into an MX frame. The fuel supply system on most of the weight shifts were a GRAVITY FEED SYSTEM, the MX uses a fuel pump, the carburetor needle and seat are DIFFERENT.
Also any owner who for one reason on another replaces his carburetor should make sure that the carburetor is set up for a fuel pump.
Pilots flying Cayuna powered MXs have reported erratic engine performance, engine overheating and engine seizures, and or lack of performance both on the ground and in flight. Upon closer inspection it was found that the rubber flange connecting the carburetor to the intake manifold had partially separated, UNDERNEATH the worm drive clamp used to hold the carburetor to the intake manifold.
The separation was not evident unless the pilot removed the carburetor completely, and inspected the flange closely. In some cases pilots took several months to locate the source of the problem.
The solution to the problem is to replace the carburetor mounting flange with a new flange, and if at all possible support the back of the carburetor so that the flange is not taking the complete weight of the carburetor and breather.
Another commonly reported problem was improper ventilation of the gas tank. In early model MXs the gas cap had a screw in vent on its top that was used to vent the tank. If this vent was inadvertently left closed the engine would run for a short while and them simply quit.
Later models eliminated the screw in vent, replacing it with a small hole. This hole has been reported to become plugged, and should be an area of periodic inspection.
Another reported problem is in the deterioration of the cork liner in the cap. Apparently with time the cork liner rots and falls into the tank, where it has the potential to clog gas lines, filters, or fuel pumps.
AIRFRAME
The airframe on the MX was made up of aircraft grade anodized aluminums tubing and in most cases AN nuts and bolts. This made for a good reliable low maintenance, combination.
That is it made a good combination if the pilot made perfect landings and take offs, directly into the wind from a smooth runway, which unfortunately was not always the case, in a training environment.
KING POST
One of the first problems encountered when abusing the MX was that of the KING POST CHANNEL BRACKETS FAILING, usually after a rough series of landings. In all reported cases that I know of where this has happened the King Post remained upright, held by the gas tank and sail.
The point of failure was at the bend in the channel bracket. In early 1984 if memory serves me correct the manufacturer did update their brackets to a higher strength because of this problem. Thus if you have an MX prior to 84, it is suggested you check this area, and update immediately.
Another reported problem was that of customers in the field over tightening the King Post. The proper way to tighten an MX King Post is to bring it up snug, by hand, DO NOT USE VISE©GRIPS OR A PIPE WRENCH.
Some MX owners tried lubricating the threads on the king post, this resulted in the king post backing itself down during flight, causing loose flying wires and an improper angle of incidence to the tail, and in some cases a loss of proper elevator control.
Another problem encountered due to hard landings was the bending of the King Post. On some later model MX 11's the aluminums King Post was replaced by a chromoly KING POST.
WIRE TANGS WIRE TANGS
Another problem area, located above the wing was in the tang used to connect the King Post upper nose wire to the front of the root tube.
This tang was reported to crack at the bend. As well the bolt used to retain the upper and lower nose wires was reported to have broken.
To help eliminate this problem it was suggested that the tang on the lower nose wire be replaced with a double tang, with a larger bolt hole, which used two separate wires for support, and that the upper tang be replaced with a stronger tang drilled out, to allow the use of a 5/16' bolt rather than the original 1/4'bolt.
ROOT TUBE ROOT TUBE
The manufacturers recommendation was to replace the root tube on the MX 11 every 200 hours, and on most other models at 300 hours. (A complete maintenance schedule is available from any Quicksilver dealer, or parts centre).
The areas of most concern involved:
1. The area where the King post channel bracket fastens to the root tube. It was reported that the root tube was bending, or indenting immediately below the channel bracket.
This could be caused by over tightening the king post, or by numerous hard landings or a combination of the two.
2. The area where the leading and trailing edge channel brackets attach to the root tube. This area was reported to show signs of wear and cracking, as well as elongation of the holes.
In several cases in Canada it was reported on the MX 11 that the root tube had SPLIT FROM THE LEADING TO TRAILING EDGE BOLTS , on one side of the root tube. This must have happened during flight since a thorough preflight was done prior to the planes taking off.
AXLE
The main axle on the MX proved time and again to be very forgiving. In fact many pilots simply kept flying even when the main axle was bent.
This AXLE HAS BEEN REPORTED TO BREAK , at the bolt which Ü connects the lower tail wires to the axle, and/or where rear down tubes connect to the channel bracket on the axle.
Several pilots have been in the process of taking off when the plane has simply collapsed around them.
This is not something that happens overnight but is rather caused by hard landings over a period of time. It is suggested that if your main axle is bent that you replace it.
As well check the hole in the axle where the bolt holding the down tube bracket to the axle is, elongation of this hole has also been reported.
TAIL BRACE AND CHANNEL BRACKET WEAR
Another area of reported wear is in the tail brace tube (40440). The wear can be found in both the channel bracket and tube, at both ends, where the tube rests in the channel bracket.
A simple solution to this is to install small plastic washers on both sides of the tube, between the tube and channel bracket. This makes the wear part the plastic spacer rather than the tube and bracket.
SEAT SUPPORT
The 'U' shaped tube used to support the seat, located directly below the seat, (seat mount assembly), was reported to fail (in early model MX's,) at the point where the bolts go through to attach the seat belts, and seat, to the 'U' bracket.
Later models were strengthened in this area.
SEAT BREAKAGE
Another problem reported was the breaking of the seat, at Ü its base. This was caused by pilots restraining their aircraft during run up, while seated in the craft, and applying pressure to the back of the seat to prevent the craft from moving.
TRIBAR CROSS TUBE ASSEMBLY
On the tribar cross tube are located four channel brackets used to connect the nose struts and axle struts to the assembly. Numerous pilots have reported the bending of the flat plate which the channel brackets and flat saddles bolt to, again caused by hard landings, usually by the nose wheel hitting first.
The bolts used to connect these groups of brackets and saddles has also been reported to bend and it is suggested that it be an area of regular inspection.
It was also noted during the disassembly and reassembly of a damaged MX that the TRI BAR CROSS TUBE ASSEMBLY WAS BENT. This could only be noted by complete disassembly, and the laying of the unit on a flat surface. It was also noted prior to disassembly that the craft required considerable pilot input to fly straight and level, while after replacement of the assembly with a new unit it again flew as an MX should.
REAR DOWN TUBES
The rear downtubes on the MX have been reported to show elongation of the holes where the top of tube fastens to the root tube. This elongation is generally not visible unless the pilot removes the down tubes and examines in behind the plastic saddle, which acts as a stand off from the root tube.
Another wear point on the rear downtubes is on the tubes inner sides. This wear is caused by the two tubes contacting the driveshaft coupler, or coupler bolt.
Also if the pilot has updated to the flex drive coupler it is necessary to reposition the rear downtubes in such a way as to clear the coupler. (For more info contact a parts depot or service centre).
TENSION STRUTS
The MX has two suspension struts running from the axle to the nose wheel. Elongation of the holes in these tubes has been reported, where the bolt passes through a channel bracket, and then into the suspension strut, immediately in front of the axle.
In training one of the first things many schools in Canada did was to sleeve these tubes by riveting a short sleeve over the end of the tube.
As well many schools replaced the wing nuts and safety pins used here with an AN self locking nut and bolt, and used a saddle between the channel bracket and tube. This helped cut down on wear by eliminating some of the movement allowed by the use of wing nuts.
TAIL SKID
Another tube which has shown to wear over time is the tail skid. The most noticeable area of wear is on the area of the skid that comes in contact with the ground. A simple solution is to over sleeve the tail skid with a clear replaceable chunk of rubber hose. The tail skid has also shown wear in the holes used to connect the tail skid to the horizontal stab, and tail support.
This wear can be eliminated somewhat by the use of an AN bolt and self locking nut, rather than the wing nut and safety ring supplied by the manufacturer.
PIT PINS
All early model MXs came with pit pins for ease of assembly and disassembly. These proved over the long run to be not as strong as an AN bolt, or the stainless T pins which replaced them.
The original pins were known to bend, break, rust, and in some cases work there way out of the channel brackets. It is highly recommended that if your MX has these style of pins that they be immediately removed and replaced with AN nuts and bolts or stainless T pins with lock rings.
NOSE STRUTS BOLTS
Attaching the tension strut to the nose strut on old style MXs are two eye bolts, and an AN3 bolt. This eye bolt has been known to shear at the head. When this happens it allows the tension strut to fall down. On takeoff it can result in the strut digging into the ground, causing possible injury to the pilot, and severe damage to the aircraft.
If the bolt breaks during flight the strut simply hangs down but is generally bent beyond repair after being landed on.
The new MX Sprint features a bracket and bolt system that eliminates this problem, and is adaptable to the MX.
COMPRESSION STRUTS
Several float plane pilots flying 503 equipped MXs with larger fuel tanks have reported the bending of the compression struts on early models.
We were recommending the oversleeving of the compression struts to any plane which might be subjected to heavier than normal loads.
WING WIRE E BOLTS
MX pilots have reported the BENDING AND OR FAILURE of the wing wire bolts on the MX. During normal preflight they have been able to simply reach up and remove the strut. To my knowledge none has ever fallen out during flight.
It is suggested that this be a regular area of inspection, by all MX pilots. Over the years two solutions have been suggested for this problem.
The first suggested solution was published in the EAA Light Plane World, in their March 1985 issue. The author of the report was Graham Lee, of Edmonton Alberta. I am sure that Mary Jones of EAA would be more than happy to forward this information to you.
Or for another suggested solution contact Ultralight Systems Inc. Old Airport Mines Road Laredo TX 78041, 512©725©9092.
WHEELS
Pilots have reported several problems with the wheels used on the MX.
In photo A the damage on the outer rim is caused by under inflation of the tire and hard landings. The damage to the centre of the rim is caused by excessive side loads on landing.
The damage in photo C was caused by excessive tire pressure.
The solution to this problem is to check your wheels during preflight for any signs of abnormal wear. Also check your tire pressure on a regular basis. To much pressure results in the rims breaking where the bolts holding them together go. To little pressure results in the outer rim and bearing areas being damaged.
Another problem is the bolts used to hold the two rim halves together will back off allowing the tube to get pinched in the opening between the two rim halves, resulting in a flat tire. Check these bolts during your routine preflight.
Another frequently reported problem is in the loss of the whole wheel assembly, sometimes on take off other times when the craft is in flight.
On the MX a pin with a safety ring, going through a short collar was used to keep the wheel fastened to the axle. In long grass, or muddy conditions the retaining ring can become damaged in such a way that it no longer retains the pin and thus the collar is allowed to fall off, followed very shortly by the wheel.
If your aircraft is equipped with a pin using a safety ring it is strongly advised that you replace it with an AN bolt and self locking nut.
LOWER TAIL WIRE WEAR
It has been reported by several Quicksilver MX owners that during routine preflight they have noticed abnormal wear on their lower tail boom wires, where they come in contact with the tail boom support tubes, in some cases the cables have sawed a hole through the tube, in other cases the lower tail wire had started to fray.
The solution to the problem has been to rivet a cable guide or stand off on to the lower boom tube, (This still allows the cable to move yet any wear is in the plastic guide).
Another solution is to switch to the lower boom tube conversion kit which stiffens up the tail and eliminates the lower wires. I personally prefer the second alternative, and have found it well worth the money.
DRIVE TRAIN
ROOT TUBE BEARING WEAR
MX pilots have reported vibration in their aircraft, upon further examination it was found that a collar inside the root rube which the top pulley shaft goes through had begun to wear, allowing the bearing which it retains to move causing the vibration.
It was generally found that all these aircraft had more than 100 hours on them.
A solution to the problem is to drill a hole through the root tube directly in front of the bolt that holds the collar and install another bolt. What this does is holds the collar in place and takes the strain off of the bearing and collar, by giving support to the collar at two locations instead of one.
Of course if you have already started to feel the vibration then the bearing is probably gone and must be replaced.
There is also a retrofit available which replaces the round bearing retaining collar with a new solid aluminums insert which fits snugly into the root tube, and which has a drilled out section for the bearing to fit into eliminating the need to drill the second hole.
Another option available is put out by Ultralight Systems, this calls for the replacing of the shaft and pulley and bearing, with a solid shaft with the bearings moved out into the large reduction drive, pulley for more information contact them at 512©725©9092.
Other parts can be obtained from LEAF, QUICKSILVER & GLIDER EXCHANGE, OR WINDSTAR AVIATION, or any authorized Eipper dealer.
PILLAR BLOCK BEARING
MX pilots have reported that the pillar block bearing used to tension the belts on the back end of the driveshaft has
1. seized up
2. worn into the driveshaft 3. become worn out.
It is suggested that this be a regular area of inspection and that at the first sign of wear, that this pillar bearing be replaced.
DRIVE SHAFT COUPLER
Several ultralight pilots have reported loss of propulsion both on the ground and in the air. Upon closer examination it was found that the coupler connecting the driveshaft to the engine had broken in half.
In several other cases the bolt connecting the shaft to the coupler had severed. The bolt severing incidence were generally after the craft had been flown for 50 or 60 hours with an untraceable vibration, generally at idle and around 5,000 RPM.
A possible solution to this problem is to replace the coupler with a new style which is nearly twice the diameter plus substantially longer. (these are generally found on the newer Rotax powered aircraft).
Another solution is to replace the coupler with a flex drive coupler, which eliminates most vibration.
Another problem encountered with the coupler is that of the bolt retaining the coupler to the crankshaft coming loose or, if removed not being properly tightened, when reinstalled.
This allows the coupler to spin on the crankshaft, generally ruining the coupler. A pilot with a loose bolt will notice his engine revving up while under load, similar to what would happen if his drive belts were loose.
Another area of slippage is on the two seat MX on the large reduction drive pulley. On the side of the pulley are located two bolts for tightening the pulley on to the upper driveshaft.
The manufacturer recommended that loctite be applied between the pulley and shaft and then that the bolts be tightened this helps prevent the pulley from turning on the shaft. On two seat aircraft the bolts were and AN 5 rather than the AN 4 used on the singles.
The manufacturer also changed the kind of driveshaft they were using from a hollow shaft with an aluminums plug to a solid shaft, for more information on this you could contact any of the above service outlets.
CONTROL SYSTEM
RUDDER
It has been reported by several MX pilots that the rudder frame (part no 40333) has hooked up on the upper tail wires, in most cases the aircraft had over 150 hours on them and the king post had been adjusted to or near the maximum allowable.
The entanglements have been reported, on the ground during a take off run, on a rough field, and in the air, in turbulent flying conditions.
When the frame was supplied from the factory it was usually longer than is necessary, and this could contribute to the problem.
If you are flying an MX we strongly advise you check to make sure that your rudder frame can not come past the upper tail wires, and that your rudder frame is cut off flush with the bottom of the tension strut on the rudder.
Also the retrofit tail boom kit has been found to help eliminate this problem.
SPOILERON HORNS
Early model MXs used a plastic tab to deploy the spoilers, these required considerable amounts of pressure to engage and generally just ended up stretching the deployment lines.
Later models used a horn which worked well and allowed full deflection of the spoilerons.
Another problem with early MXs was in the use of plywood to make the spoileron plates. These ended up rotting, or buckling over time. Later models used a bevelled aluminums plate.
WING BATTENS
Early model MX instruction manuals came with instructions which told owners to install their battens with the plastic retaining tips so that they came out on the top of the wing.
Pilots flying with them in this position found that the battens backed out of their pockets and in some cases into the prop.
Later manuals had the owners turning the tips so that they exited the underside of the wing, and were held in place by air pressure and the trailing edge.
Owners who have installed their battens the other way who didn't want to change simply drilled holes in the tips and tie wrapped them in. This worked well although in many cases the tips simply broke off where the holes had been drilled.
It was also recommend that MX owners make a pattern from a new batten and then on a yearly basis check and rebend any battens that require it, to the shape of the new one. This can be done very easily using two pieces of plywood, the first as a base, the second the shape of the batten.
When rebending the batten simply lock it in place between two pieces of wood, at its leading edge, and carefully rebend it around the pattern.
MOTOR MOUNTS
Several pilots flying Cayuna powered MXs with the motor mount arms shown in this picture have reported the arms breaking where the bolts go through to retain it to the motor, and or root tube bracket.
If you are flying on this style of mount it should be an area of regular preflight, and or update to the mount used on the Rotax powered MXs which to date have not been reported to have this problem.
GAS TANK GROMMETS
Several MX pilots have reported loss of fuel, both on the ground and in air. Upon closer inspection it was found that the rubber grommets used to seal the gas tank where fittings are placed to supply fuel, had rotted and then cracked allowing fuel to escape. In other cases the sharp edges of the plastic tank had actually cut into the grommets again resulting in leakage.
The solution to this problem is to
1. round the inside corners of the holes that the grommets fit in.
2. replace the grommets yearly, or at the first sign of deterioration or leakage.
NOSE WIRE BREAKAGE
It has been reported by several MX owners that the nose wire located at the front of the root tube and running down to the triangle bar has snapped on landing. This usually causes the A frame to collapse around the pilot.
A possible solution to this problem is to replace the single wire, and tang, with the new style double wire and tang shown in the attached photo.
SADDLES
The MX used several different sizes of saddles throughout its airframe. These saddles were generally used to help eliminate wear and tear on parts, by preventing them from rubbing against each other.
Pilots have reported that these saddles have broken causing improper spacing, and or wear on parts.
An area in which these saddles are located, which is critical to the flight characteristics of the MX is in the area of the horizontal stabilizer.
If the saddles break in this area it causes the horizontal stab to flutter, in flight, which can be very disconcerting to the pilot. Also the horizontal stab is used to determine the correct angle of incidence from the tail to the wing, and the loss of these saddles can result in control problems.
This is an area that should be regularly inspected and if any saddle is found to be cracked or cracking it should be immediately replaced.
Another problem recently encountered on the MX is that of the fabric on the horizontal stabilizer becoming very loose. This generally results in the aircraft flying with a nose high attitude. If the fabric on your craft is loose it can be tightened somewhat by using a hot iron and passing it carefully and quickly over the fabric.
If this does not work the fabric should be replaced, or the tail section updated to the new style which features a leading edge tube which joins back up to the trailing edge of the horizontal stab.
FABRIC
The fabric used on the MX was Dacron Sailcloth. This material is very susceptible to UV light. Even if a pilot stores his plane inside, or uses wing covers the flying surfaces are still exposed to UV when flying.
Tests have shown that the fabric can loose its strength in as little as 6 weeks in some regions of the country. To date I have found only two products effective in helping prevent UV degradation.
They are Stits Aerothane, and EXTERIOR HOUSE PAINT. These coatings have extended fabric life from 1 to 8 years on craft located from Florida (1 & 2 years) to Ontario (8 years), when the planes have been left outside most of the time.
Check out UV Protection
Either process can be applied by gun, brush, or roller, with the gun doing the best job. The coatings are all very toxic to use and should be applied only after reading and following the instructions very carefully.
Well its taken some 3 months, and 5 rewrites to get this all down on paper, I hope that it is of some use to fellow MX owners and pilots.
U.B. Judge
Eipper Aircraft Quicksilver MX
The MX II Sprint’s simple design and bolt together construction make preflight inspections and routine maintenance a breeze. And as with all other Quicksilvers, its true assembly-style kit will have you flying in days, not weeks or months.
Jack Hutchinson, under contract to Eipper, was charged with developing a new ultralight. The 1981 Phoenix Air Race was the unveiling of the new 15 hp Yamaha powered MX. Units delivered, by June 1981: 185.
Since 1981 the Quicksilver MX has progressively replaced the earlier Quicksilver Double-quick and Seaquick types which were all hybrid control like the type E.
The motor fitted until the end of 1982 was the twin-cylinder in-line 429 cc Cuyuna 430R giving 30hp at 5500 rpm and fitted with a toothed-belt reduction drive. However, in November 1982, Eipper Aircraft announced that apart from the Quicksilver E the other models in the range would henceforth be offered with the Bombardier Rotax engine, since the Austrian manufacturer had a production facility in Canada.
Wing and fuselage structures are similar to the Quicksilver. Control is accomplished by Eipper’s multi-axis aircraft-style system. Pitch, yaw and resulting roll control are achieved with control rods running to the elevator and rudder surfaces and linked to a yoke-mounted control wheel-stick combination. Additional roll control is achieved by wing-mounted spoilerons activated by foot pedals. The spoilerons may be used independently for quick roll rate or simultaneously to create steep descents at low airspeeds. POWERPLANT: One Rotax two-cycle, air-cooled engine mounted in pusher position under the wing. Dual ignition system. Power transmitted via 2:1 reduction to a 52x32” prop of laminated wood. LANDING GEAR: Similar to Quicksilver. Blue anodised aluminium tubing. Eipper present their kit-set Quicksilver on handy vacuum-packed boards. Non-steerable nosewheel. First year built; 1980.
Single-seat single-engined high-wing mono-plane with unconventional three-axis control (conventional three-axis optional). Wing has unswept leading and trailing edges, and constant chord; cruciform tail. Pitch control by elevator on tail; yaw control by fully flying rudder; roll control by one-third-span spoilers; control inputs through stick for pitch/yaw (pitch/roll optional) and pedals for roll (yaw optional). Wing braced from above by king-post and cables, from below by cables; wing profile; single-surface. Undercarriage has three wheels in tricycle formation with additional tailskid; torsion-bar suspension on all wheels. No ground steering. nosewheel brake. Aluminium-tube framework, with optional pod. Engine mounted below wing driving pusher propeller.
On offer with the option of a glass-fibre nosecone with windscreen since January 1982, the Quicksilver W can also be fitted, on request, with a kit to convert the control system to conventional, so that the spoilers and elevators are operated by a stick and the rudder through the rudder bar. This kit is retrofittable. In the United States, the W is delivered in kit form requiring 40h for assembly without any special tools at a price of $4995 in 1982. Options other than those already listed include floats for $995, transport bag, skis, brakes, parachute, aircraft-style throttle (in place of the motor-cycle type) and wheel fairings.
The MX II is a side-by-side two-seater. Brakes on main wheels. No pod. Appearing at the beginning of 1982, the two-seater from Eipper Aircraft is a victim of the US legislation, as its empty weight of 3001b (136kg) places it on the wrong side of laws limiting ultralights in the USA to 254 lb (115 kg) empty weight. However, it enjoyed considerable success in Europe, notably in France and the UK, where more liberal laws have allowed its classification as a microlight and therefore do not require the pilot to hold a private pilot's licence. The standard version uses the unconventional control system from the MX, with the stick working the elevators and the rudder and, like the single-seater, the MXII turns perfectly by induced roll and so can be flown happily without the pedals. The aircraft can be supplied with one or two sets of pedals, each set operating the spoilers either together as air brakes or separately. A conversion to conventional control is available, which is useful for training pilots who wish to fly other conventional control machines; machines so converted, however, lose the useful air-brake facility. Initially powered by the Cuyuna 430R 30 hp engine, the MXII adopted since the beginning of 1983 the two-cylinder Rotax 503, giving 46 hp. The MX and the MXL use as standard the Rotax 377 twin-cylinder in-line of 368 cc, developing 33.5 hp at 6500 rpm. The prototype MX Super and the two-seater MXII were fitted with the Rotax 503 twin-cylinder in-line engine of 497 cc, developing 46 hp at 6500 rpm.
Quicksilver Aircraft was quick to turn around an assembly manual for me which will be invaluable as I learn what I have (or don't). Thankfully the airplane was N-numbered, so I just submitted the registration paperwork to Oklahoma City for processing. Not sure how much work I'll get done on it over the winter since it's in an unheated hangar. Amateur Builder Assembly and Amateur Builder Fabrication) into 1/10 fractions. A Manufacturer may be a kit manufacturer, a component manufacturer or a part(s) manufacturer. Commercial assistance (for hire or compensation) may include assistance provided by kit manufacturers, commercial assistance centers, individuals (e.g. Manuals Find Your Operator's Manual Whether you are putting your equipment away for the season or needing to replace a part, locate your equipment or engine manual to get the information specific to your product. These characteristics make the MX II Sprint easy. The MX II Sprint’s simple design and bolt together construction make preflight inspections and routine maintenance easy. As with all other Quicksilvers, its assembly-style kit will have you flying in days, not weeks or months. Floats are suited to the MX II Sprint’s high lift wing.
By that time the single-seat Quicksilver had evolved to become the three-axis-control MX, and a waiver to the FAA’s Part 103 ultralight regulation allowed two-seat trainers. The MX II became one of the first. Arrival of the legal two-seat trainers put an end to speaking-from-the-ground flight instruction.
With the termination of the two-seat ultralight training, legal paid flight instruction in machines such as the MXL II Sport is no longer available. But checking out licensed pilots in an N-numbered MXL II Sport so they could safely solo single-seat Quicksilver ultralights would be a lot of fun, and it would justify building a new copy of the old MXL II, a relic that introduced thousands of people to recreational flying.
Quicksilver Mx Ii Sprint Assembly Manual Pdf
Designed for those who want higher performance than the standard MX can offer, the MXL has conventional three-axis control with inputs through stick for pitch/roll and pedals for yaw, and a double-surface wing with a more cambered profile. Dihedral is reduced from 15O to 7.5 O and a span decreased from 32 ft (9.75 m) to 30 ft (9.14 m). The tail surfaces are re-designed and the whole structure reinforced. It appeared for the first time in 1982 as a prototype, fitted with a twin-cylinder Cuyuna 430R, but was sold with the Rotax 377 twin-cylinder in-line engine of 368cc giving 33.5 hp. This model is conventional control in its standard form, as opposed to the MX which only has this as an option; the stick works the spoilers and the elevators, the rudder bar operates the rudder. Otherwise, options are the same as for the other single-seaters.
The price for the kit in the USA in 1982 was $5695.
The Quicksilver MX Super is a single-seat single-engined high-wing mono-plane with conventional three-axis control. Wing has unswept leading and trailing edges, and constant chord; cruciform tail. Pitch control by elevator on canard; yaw control by fully flying rudder; roll control by spoilers; control inputs through stick for pitch/roll and pedals for yaw. Wing braced from above by kingpost and cables, from below by cables; wing profile single -surface. Undercarriage has three wheels in tricycle formation, with additional tailskid; torsion-bar suspension on all wheels. No ground steering. Aluminium-tube framework, with pod. Engine mounted below wing driving pusher propeller. This is a distinct single-seat, three- axis, conventional-control development of the MX. It retains the single skin wing but with several important modifications, including reduced span. The structure has been rein-forced to permit the MX Super to accomplish positive g aerobatics. On one of the prototypes the spoilers 4 x 2.4 inch (10 x 70 em) of the standard MX have been increased to 4 x 6.11 inch (10 x 21 cm). Various engines have been tried on the MX Super, such as the Cuyuna 430R, giving 45 hp when fitted with twin carbs, and the Rotax 377 and 503. Though Eipper Aircraft was not actively marketing this model, it had been used for several public demonstra-tions, including one by Lyle Byrum, who used his parachute to finish his demonstration at Salinas, Florida in October 1982.
The quoted price for the MX Super, as a kit requiring 30 h for completion, was in the order of $6500 in 1982.
The MX Sprint was designed for the entry-level pilot while retaining the excitement & handling a proven pilot demands. The MX Sprint has fast roll response and handles crosswinds easily with its conventional three-axis controls. Yet it retains the docile and predictable slow flight characteristics that made the original MX famous. With a six-month written limited warranty, the MX Sprint features a Rotax 447 engine, conventional 3-axis controls, a 66' propeller, a flexible driveshaft coupler for reduced vibration, tapered stabilizer, tubular-braced tail, triangulated kingpost assembly, partial double surface wings, extra ribs, and an easy-to-assemble kit (Average 30 to 40 Hours).
Quicksilver Mx Ii Sprint Assembly Manually
The MX II Sprint is ideal for the recreational flier and flight schools. Its high lift, partial double surface wings give it an exceptionally short take-off roll and predictable handling at very low flight speeds. These characteristics make the MX II Sprint easy.
The MX II Sprint’s simple design and bolt together construction make preflight inspections and routine maintenance easy. As with all other Quicksilvers, its assembly-style kit will have you flying in days, not weeks or months. Floats are suited to the MX II Sprint’s high lift wing.
The MX II Sprint features the six month limited warranty, dual cdi electronic ignition, dual carburetor engine, steerable nose wheel standard, main wheel brakes, high lift, partial double surface wings, extra ribs for firm airfoil, conventional 3-axis controls, 68' propeller for more power with less noise, new, wider cabin for greater pilot comfort, inflight adjustable trim control, tapered stabilizer, tubular braced tail, excellent crosswind capability, easy-to-assemble kit (average 40 to 60 hours), and the airspeed indicator is included.
Some people wanted even more performance than the MX Sprint, so the MX Sport was introduced.
The MX Sport was designed to enhance the envelope with a shortspan double-surface wing with full-span ailerons and conventional three-axis controls. Its 42 horsepower Rotax 447 engine and large 66-inch propeller give the Sport an exceptional climb rate.
The MX Sport comes standard with Quicksilver's six-month written limited warranty.
Quicksilver Mx Ii Sprint Assembly Manual Online
All Quicksilver kits feature easy-to-assemble construction -- we do all the fabrication, you just bolt it together.
The MX Sport features a Rotax 447 engine, conventional 3-axis controls, 66' propeller for more performance with less noise, flexible driveshaft coupler for reduced vibration, tapered stabilizer, tubular-braced tail, triangulated kingpost assembly, double surface wings, extra ribs for firm airfoil, excellent crosswind capability,
short takeoff, very fast control response, an easy-to-assemble kit (average 30 to 40 hours), and 6-month written warranty.
Quicksilver Mx Ii Sprint Assembly Manual Pdf
The MXL II Sport two-seat light recreational aircraft is for the pilot looking for easy handling and precise control response. Double surface wings and conventional three-axis controls combine to make this an excellent all around aircraft. Recreational pilots like its greater speed range while flight schools are especially fond of its smooth and predictable flight characteristics. The in-flight adjustable trim makes long flights more carefree.
Quicksilver Mx Ii Sprint Assembly Manual Download
The MXL II Sport features a six month limited warranty, dual cdi electronic ignition, dual carburetor engine, steerable nose wheel standard, main wheel brakes, double surface wings, extra ribs for firm airfoil, conventional 3-axis controls, 68' propeller for more power with less noise, wider cabin for greater pilot comfort, inflight adjustable trim control, tapered stabilizer, tubular braced tail, excellent crosswind capability, easy handling and responsive control, short takeoff and landing, easy-to-assemble kit (average 40 to 60 hours), and the airspeed indicator is included.
The MXL II Sport can be built as an Experimental/Amateur-Built and flown as a Light Sport Aircraft.
The Sport 2S open cockpit development program began with the goal of producing the best side-by-side trainer ever. Featuring strutted wings, wider cockpit, rugged aluminum steerable nosewheel, and larger wheels, the Sport 2S combines the many suggestions and comments of ultralight enthusiasts and professionals with Quicksilver's designing, engineering, and R & D testing to fullfill that goal.
The Sport 2S provides the solid feel of a strut braced plane with the desirable flying characteristics that have made Quicksilvers so popular.
An improved wing cover design makes the Sport 2S even faster to build. You are ready to fly with only a few weekends and some basic tools. Aircraft grade hardware and custom fittings allow for exceptional ease of assembly, maintenance, and breakdown for storage. In about thirty minutes you can go from trailer to flight. The Sport 2S boasts a wealth of new features, including, dual cdi electronic ignition, dual carburetor engine, rugged aluminum steerable nose wheel, main wheel brakes, double surface wings with streamlined struts, extra ribs with mylar leading edge insert for extra firm airfoil.
The max takeoff weight has increased to 996 lbs, with conventional 3-axis controls, a 68' propeller for more power with less noise, wider tail boom accommodates up to 72' propeller, even wider cockpit for greater pilot comfort, inflight adjustable trim control, tapered stabilizer, tubular-braced tail, excellent crosswind capability, quick breakdown for transport, easy-to-assemble kit (average 40 to 60 hours), airspeed indicator included, and a six-month written warranty.
Quicksilver MX
Engine: Cuyana 2-cyl 2-stroke 430 cc, 30 hp.
Wing Span: 32 ft (9.6 m)
Wing Area: 160 sq. ft. (14.4 sq. rn)
Aspect ratio 6.4.
Cruise speed: 43 mph
Stall speed: 23 mph
Max. rate of climb: 800 fpm
Empty weight: 220 lb (100 kg)
Max. pilot weight: 240 lb (108 kg)
Quicksilver MX
Engine: Rotax 377, 33.5hp at 6500rpm.
Propeller diameter and pitch 52x32 inch, 1.32x0.81 m.
V-belt reduction, ratio 2.0/1.
Max static thrust 170 lb, 77 kg.
Power per unit area 0.21 hp/sq.ft, 2.27 hp/sq.m.
Fuel capacity 5.0 US gal, 4.2 Imp gal, 18.9 litre in main tank; 5.3 US gal, 4.4 Imp gal, 20.0 litre in reserve (optional on French version).
Length overall 18.1 ft, 5.51 m.
Height overall 9.8ft, 2.93m.
Wing span 32.0ft, 9.75m.
Constant chord 5.0ft, 1.52 m.
Dihedral 15 degs.
Sweepback 0 degs.
Tailplane span 9.1 ft, 2.75 m.
Total wing area 160 sq.ft, 14.9 sq.m.
Rudder area 11.3 sq.ft, 1.05sq.m.
Tailplane area 19.5 sq.ft, 1.82sq.m.
Total spoiler area 1.5sq.ft, 0.14 sq.m.
Total elevator area 11.8 sq.ft, 1.10sq.m.
Wing aspect ratio 6.4/1.
Wheel track 5.9ft, 1.75 m.
Wheelbase 5.5ft, 1.66 m.
Nosewheel diameter overall 12 inch, 30 cm.
Main wheels diameter overall 12 inch, 30 cm.
Empty weight 235 lb, 107kg.
Max take-off weight 525 lb, 238 kg.
Payload 290 lb, 131 kg.
Max wing loading 3.28 lb/sq.ft, 16.0 kg/sq.m.
Max power loading 15.7 lb/hp, 7.0kg/hp.
Load factors ultimate; +5.0, -3.0.
Max level speed 52mph, 84kph.
Never exceed speed 63mph, 101 kph.
Max cruising speed 46 mph, 74 kph.
Economic cruising speed 38mph, 61kph.
Stalling speed 24 mph, 38 kph.
Max climb rate at sea level 800 ft/min, 4.1 m/s @ 37 mph.
Best glide ratio with power off 6.5/1 at 28 mph. 45 kph.
Take-off distance 69 ft, 21 m.
Landing distance 60 ft, 18 m.
Service ceiling 10.000 ft. 3050 m.
Range at average cruising speed 95 mile, 153 km.
MX Sprint
Engine; Rotax 447, 40 hp @ 6500 rpm
TBO; 250 hr
Propeller; 66 in x 34 in
Length; 18 ft 1 in
Height; .8 ft 10 in
Wingspan; 28 ft 0 in
Wing area; 156 sq ft
Wing loading; 3.36 lb/sq ft
Power loading; 13.12 lb.hp
Seats; 1
Empty weight; 250 lb
Useful load; 275 lb
Payload w/full fuel; 245 lb
Max takeoff weight; 525 lb
Fuel capacity; 5 U.S. gal
Takeoff distance, ground roll; 65 ft
Takeoff distance, 50 ft obst; 200 ft
Rate of climb; 900 ft/min
Max level speed, sea level; 54 mph
Max operating altitude; 14,000 ft
Landing distance 50 ft obstacle (with brake); 200 ft
Landing distance ground roll (with brake); 60 ft
Cruise speed/range @ 55% power (5000 rpm); 44 mph/84 mi
Cruise speed/range @ 65% power (5300 rpm); 47 mph/84 mi
Cruise speed/range @ 75% power (5500 rpm); 50 mph/80 mi
Cruise speed/range @ 100% power (6500 rpm); 54 mph/52 mi
Fuel flow @ 55% power; 2.5 gph
Fuel flow @ 65% power; 2.7 gph
Fuel flow @ 75% power; 3.0 gph
Fuel flow @ 100% power; 4.5 gph
Vx (Best angle of climb); 33 mph
Vy (Best rate of climb); 36 mph
Va (Design maneuvering); 48 mph
Vne (Never exceed); 65 mph
Vs (Stall, power off); 24 mph
Landing approach speed (1.3 Vs); 31 mph
Landing gear: nose wheel.
Cockpit width: 32 in
LSA: yes
Eipper / Quicksilver Mfg MX Sport
Engine; Rotax 447, 40 hp @ 6500 rpm
Recommended TBO; 250 hr
Propeller; 66 in x 34 in
Length; 18 ft 1 in
Height; 8 ft 10 in
Wingspan; 28 ft 0 in
Wing area; 156 sq ft
Wing loading; 3.36 .lb/sq ft
Power loading; 13.12 lb.hp
Seats; 1
Empty weight; 254 lb
Useful load; 271 lb
Payload w/full fuel; 241 lb
Max takeoff weight; 525 lb
Fuel capacity; 5 U.S. gal
Takeoff distance, ground roll; 75 ft
Takeoff distance, 50 ft obst; 250 ft
Rate of climb; 850 ft/min
Max level speed, sea level; 58 mph
Max operating altitude; 14,000 ft
Landing distance, 50 ft obst; 300 ft
Landing distance, ground roll; 70 ft
Cruise speed/range SL @ 55% power (5000 rpm); 45 mph/90 mi
Cruise speed/range SL @ 65% power (5300 rpm); 49 mph/91 mi
Cruise speed/range SL @ 75% power (5500 rpm; 53 mph/88 mi
Cruise speed/range SL @ 100% power (6500 rpm); 59 mph/65 mi
Fuel flow @ 55% power; 2.5 gph
Fuel flow @ 65% power; 2.7 gph
Fuel flow @ 75% power; 3.0 gph
Fuel flow @ 100% power; 4.5 gph
Vx (Best angle of climb); 34 mph
Vy (Best rate of climb); 37 mph
Va (Design maneuvering); 54 mph
Vne (Never exceed); 74 mph
Vs (Stall, power off); 27 mph
Landing approach speed (1.3 Vs); 35 mph
Landing gear: nose wheel.
LSA: yes
Quicksilver MX II
Engine: Rotax 503, 46hp at 6500rpm.
Propeller diameter and pitch 52 x 34 inch, 1.32 x 0.81 m.
V-belt reduction, ratio 2.0/1.
Power per unit area 0.28 hp/sq.ft, 3.1 hp/sq.m.
Fuel capacity 5.0 US gal, 4.2 Imp gal, 18.9 litre in main tank; 5.3 US gal, 4.4 Imp gal, 20.0 litre in reserve (optional on French version).
Length overall 18.1 ft, 5.51 m.
Height overall 9.8ft, 2.93m.
Wing span 32.0ft, 9.75m.
Constant chord 5.0ft, 1.52 m.
Dihedral 15 degs.
Sweepback 0 degs.
Tailplane span 9.1 ft, 2.75 m.
Total wing area 160 sq.ft, 14.9 sq.m.
Rudder area 11.3 sq.ft, 1.05sq.m.
Tailplane area 19.5 sq.ft, 1.82sq.m .
Total elevator area 1.1 sq.ft, 0.11 sq.m.
Wing aspect ratio 6.4/1.
Wheel track 5.9ft, 1.75 m.
Wheelbase 5.5ft, 1.66 m.
Nosewheel diameter overall 12 inch, 30 cm.
Main wheels diameter overall 12 inch, 30 cm.
Total spoiler area 1.5 sq.ft, 0.14 sq.m.
Total elevator area 11.8 sq.ft, 1.10 sq.m.
Empty weight 300 lb, 136kg.
Max take-off weight 700 lb, 317kg.
Payload 400 lb, 181 kg.
Max wing loading 4.37 lb/sq.ft, 21.3kg/sq.m.
Max power loading 15.2 lb/hp, 6.9kg/hp.
Load; +6.5, -3.5 ultimate.
Max level speed 45mph, 72kph.
Never exceed speed 73mph, 117 kph.
Max cruising speed 41 mph, 66 kph.
Economic cruising speed 36mph, 58kph.
Stalling speed 24 mph, 39 kph.
Max climb rate at sea level 393 ft/min, 2.0 m/s.
Min sink rate 393ft/min, 2.0m/s.
Best glide ratio with power off 6/1 at 28mph, 45kph.
Take-off distance 100ft, 30m.
Landing dis-tance 100ft, 30m.
Service ceiling 10,000ft, 3050m.
Range at average cruising speed 49 mile, 79 km.
Eipper / Quicksilver Mfg MX II Sprint R503
Engine; Rotax 503, 50 hp
Recommended TBO; 250 hrs
Propeller; 68' x 32'
Length; 18 ft - 1/2 in
Height; .9 ft - 1 in
Wingspan; 32 ft - 7 in
Wing area; 180 sq ft
Wing loading; 4.0 lb/sq ft
Power loading; 14.4 lb/hp
Seats; 2
Empty Weight; 325 lbs
Useful load; 395 lbs
Payload w/full fuel; 359 lbs
Max takeoff weight; 720 lbs
Fuel capacity; 6 USgals
Takeoff distance, ground roll; 102 ft
Takeoff distance, 50 ft obstacle; 352 ft
Rate of climb; 595 fpm
Max level speed, sea level; 55 mph
Landing distance, 50 ft obstacle; 240 ft
Landing distance, ground roll; 75 ft
Glide Ratio; 4.5:1
Minimum sink rate; 630 fpm
Cruise 55% power (rpm/mph); 5000/39
Cruise 65% power (rpm/mph); 5300/46
Cruise 75% power (rpm/mph); 5600/51
Cruise 100% power (rpm/mph); 6500/55
Fuel flow 55% power (gph/mi); 3.2/73
Fuel flow 65% power (gph/mi); 3.8/72
Fuel flow 75% power (gph/mi); 4.4/69
Fuel flow 100% power (gph/mi); 5.8/56
Vx (Best angle of climb); 36 mph
Vy (Best rate of climb); 39 mph
Va (Design maneuvering); 64 mph
Vne (Never exceed); 75 mph
Vs1 (Stall, power off); 27 mph
Landing approach speed; 39 mph
Landing gear: nose wheel.
Cockpit width: 39 in
LSA: yes
Eipper / Quicksilver Mfg MXL II Sport - R503
Engine; Rotax 503, 50 hp
TBO; 250 hrs
Propeller; 68' x 32'
Length; 216 in.
Height; 109 in.
Wingspan; 32.75 ft
Wing area; 180 sq ft
Wing loading; 4.0 lb/sq ft
Power loading; 14.4 lb/hp
Seats; 2
Empty Weight; 325 lbs
Useful load; 395 lbs
Payload w/full fuel; 359 lbs
Max takeoff weight; 720 lbs
Fuel capacity;6 USgals
Takeoff distance, ground roll; 155 ft
Takeoff distance, 50 ft obstacle; 435 ft
Rate of climb; 595 fpm
Max level speed, sea level; 61 mph
Landing distance, 50 ft obstacle; 300 ft
Landing distance, ground roll; 75 ft
Glide Ratio; 5.0:1
Minimum sink rate; 630 fpm
Cruise 55% power (rpm/mph); 5000/40
Cruise 65% power (rpm/mph); 5300/48
Cruise 75% power (rpm/mph); 5600/54
Cruise 100% power (rpm/mph); 6500/61
Fuel flow 55% power (gpm/mi); 3.2/73
Fuel flow 65% power (gpm/mi); 3.8/72
Fuel flow 75% power (gpm/mi); 4.4/69
Fuel flow 100% power (gpm/mi); 5.8/56
Vx (Best angle of climb); 37mph
Vy (Best rate of climb); 39 mph
Va (Design maneuvering); 64 mph
Vne (Never exceed); 75 mph
Vs1 (Stall, power off); 32 mph
Landing approach speed; 45 mph
Landing gear: nose wheel.
Cockpit width: 39 in
LSA: yes
Eipper / Quicksilver Mfg MXL II Sport - R582
Engine; Rotax 582, 64 hp
TBO; 250 hrs
Propeller; 68' x 36'
Length; 210 in.
Height; 112 in.
Wingspan; 32.75 ft
Wing area; 180 sq ft
Wing loading; 4.0 lb/sq ft
Power loading; 11.25 lb/hp
Seats; 2
Empty Weight; 330 lbs
Useful load; 390 lbs
Payload w/full fuel; 354 lbs
Max takeoff weight; 720 lbs
Fuel capacity; 6 USgals
Takeoff distance, ground roll; 121 ft
Takeoff distance, 50 ft obstacle; 260 ft
Rate of climb; 1145 fpm
Max level speed, sea level; 67 mph
Landing distance, 50 ft obstacle; 300 ft
Landing distance, ground roll; 75 ft
Glide Ratio; 5:1
Minimum sink rate; 630 fpm
Cruise 55% power (rpm/mph); 5000/43
Cruise 65% power (rpm/mph); 5300/52
Cruise 75% power (rpm/mph); 5600/59
Cruise 100% power (rpm/mph); 6500/67
Fuel flow 55% power (gpm/mi); 4.1/63
Fuel flow 65% power (gpm/mi); 4.8/65
Fuel flow 75% power (gpm/mi); 5.6/63
Fuel flow 100% power (gpm/mi); 7.4/54
Vx (Best angle of climb); 37 mph
Vy (Best rate of climb); 39 mph
Va (Design maneuvering); 64 mph
Vne (Never exceed); 75 mph
Vs1 (Stall, power off); 32 mph
Landing approach speed; 45 mph
Quicksilver MXL
Engine: Rotax 377, 33.5hp at 6500rpm.
Propeller diameter and pitch 52x32 inch, 1.32x0.81 m.
V-belt reduction, ratio 2.0/1.
Max static thrust 170 lb, 77 kg.
Power per unit area 0.22 hp/sq.ft, 2.4 hp/sq.m.
Fuel capacity 5.0 US gal, 4.2 Imp gal, 18.9 litre in main tank; 5.3 US gal, 4.4 Imp gal, 20.0 litre in reserve (optional on French version).
Length overall 18.1 ft, 5.51 m.
Height overall 9.8ft, 2.93m.
Wing span 30.0ft, 9.14m.
Constant chord 5.0ft, 1.52m.
Dihedral 7.5 deg.
Sweepback 0 deg.
Tailplane span 9.1 ft, 2.75 m.
Total wing area 150 sq.ft, 13.9 sq.m.
Total spoiler area 1.5 sq.ft, 0.14 sq.m.
Rudder area 11.3 sq.ft, 1.05 sq.m.
Tailplane area 16.1 sq.ft, 1.50 sq.m.
Total elevator area 11.8sq.ft, 1.10sq.m.
Wing aspect ratio 6.8/1.
Wheel track 5.9 ft, 1.75 m.
Wheelbase 5.5 ft, 1.65 m.
Nosewheel diameter overall 12 inch, 30 cm.
Main wheels diameter overall 12 inch, 30 cm.
Empty weight 252 lb, 114kg.
Max take-off weight 550 lb, 249 kg.
Payload 298 lb, 135
Max wing loading 3.66 lb/sq.ft, 17.8 kg/m .
Max power loading 16.4 lb/hp, 7.3kg/hp.
Load factors; +5.8, -2.9 ultimate.
Max level speed 61 mph, 98 kph.
Never exceed speed 74 mph, 119 kph.
Max cruising speed 54 mph, 87 kph.
Economic cruising speed 45 mph, 72 kph.
Stalling speed 24 mph, 38 kph.
Max climb rate at sea level 850 ft/min, 4.3 m/s.
Best glide ratio with power off 6/1.
Take-off distance 75 ft, 23 m.
Landing distance 75 ft, 23 m.
Service ceiling 10,000 ft, 3050 m.
Range at average cruising speed 113 mile, 181 km.
Quicksilver MXL II
Engine: Rotax 503
Empty wt. lbs: 330
Max wt. lbs: 720
Wing span: 32.75ft
Wing area sq.ft.:180
Wing loading lbs/sq.ft: 4
Power loading lbs/hp: 15.7.
Max speed mph: 60
Cruise mph: 53
Stall mph: 32
Vne mph: 75
Seats: 2
Eipper / Quicksilver Mfg Sport 2S
Engine; Rotax 582, 64 hp
Recommended TBO; 250 hrs.
Propeller; 68in x 36 in
Length; 18ft 1/2 in
Height; 8 ft
Wingspan; 31 ft
Wingarea; 174.1 sq ft
Wing loading; 5.74 lb/sq ft
Power loading; 15.63 lb/hp
Seats; 2
Empty weight; 430 lb
Useful load; 566 lb
Payload w/full fuel; 530 lb
Max takeoff weight; 996 lb
Fuel capacity; 6 U.S. gal
Takeoff distance, ground roll; 240 ft
Takeoff distance, 50 ft obstacle; 660 ft
Rate of climb; 500 ft/min
Max level speed, sea level; 69 mph
Landing distance, 50 ft obstacle (with brake); 484 ft
Landing distance, ground roll (with brake); 220 ft
Glide ratio; 5.5:1
Minimum sink rate; 660 ft/min
Cruise @ 55% power-5000 rpm; 55 mph
Cruise @ 65% power-5300 rpm; 58 mph
Cruise @ 75% power-5500 rpm; 61 mph
Cruise @ 100% power-6500 rpm; 69mph
Fuel flow @ 55% power (gph/mi); 4.5/73
Fuel flow @ 65% power (gph/mi); 5.0/69
Fuel flow @ 75% power (gph/mi); 5.6/65
Fuel flow @ 100% power (gph/mi); 7.5/53
Vx (Best angle of climb); 38 mph
Vy (Best rate of climb); 40 mph
Va (Design maneuvering); 70 mph
Vne (Never exceed); 87 mph
Vs1 (Stall, power off); 35 mph
Landing approach speed; 46 mph
Cockpit width: 45 in
LSA: yes
Quicksilver MX Super
Engine: Rotax 503, 46 hp.
Prop: Wood 54x34.
Wingspan: 28 ft 6 in.
Wing area: 160 sq.ft.
Empty wt: 335 lbs.
Max wt: 616 lbs.
Cruise: 50 mph.
Stall: 30 mph.
Vmax: 70 mph.
ROC: 690 fpm.
TO run: 100 ft.
Ldg roll: 50 ft.
Fuel capacity 3.0 US gal, 2.5 Imp gal, 11.4 litre.
Length overall 18.0 ft, 5.48 m.
Height overall 8.11ft, 2.70m.
Wing span 27.5ft, 8.35m.
Constant chord 5.0 ft, 1.52 m.
Total wing area 136sq.ft, 12.7sq.m.
Wing aspect ratio 5.5/1.
Empty weight 250 lb, 113 kg.
Max take-off weig6t 520 lb, 236 kg.
Payload 270 lb, 122 kg.
Max wing loading 3.82 lb/sq.ft, 18.6kg/sq.m.
Never exceed speed 60 mph, 97 kph.