Floats for Hangar 9 cub

Here is how to determine the correct float size: The bow of the float should extend about 1/2 the prop length ahead of the prop. The step goes at the C/G. Take this measurement and double it for the total length. It can be a little longer or shorter but you don't want the tail of the float to extend too far to the rear as it impeads the takeoff.

Gord Schindler MAAC6695

Gordon,

A rule of thumb for length of floats is 75-80 percent of the length from the thrust washer on the engine, to the rudder hinge line. Since I don't have the hangar 9 cub (yet), I was wondering if someone did, or anyone who has this bird could measure it so I could either order floats at the same time, or make my own.

Chuck Cunningham covered making floats and their placement in much detail over the years in RCM.

John