this is where Z is altered:

this is where B and C are altered:

this method is only to trim the mixer, so you only check the 2nd power rib and adjust the knots at the mixer. i will check if i find a photo to show which knots these are. you can restrech each bridle line. you need to pull at each attatchment point with a certain force (between 5 and 10 kg). always...

how to set up the kite for trim check:

you are on the right track. check out the pictures in this post:
http://www.foilzone.com/phpbb3/viewtopi ... =45#p91108

if you replace the pulleylines you have to recheck the trim.

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@joriws: thanks for the new drawing.

@lander: hehe, nice approach. which kite did you use for the mod?

yeah, interesting thread! seems like a rather easy mod with fun results. @joriws: do i get it right? your drawing discribes the situation when the new line kicks in and pulled down c and b. but in reality the tension on the z is less, so instead b and c are not effected, but z is pulled in. cool. h.

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i don't have a lotus 6 but usually a good method to untwist tips if nothing else works is to backstall the kite onto the water with a certain amount of speed.

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the guy with the video, i also know him, used it with a sector. he likes the kite alot. the friend who let me fly his, used it with a foilboard on that day in very low wind. he is also very happy with it. not too much experience but looking very promising. i've got a joker-6-15 coming in and will be...