Ah, you guys are going with out me! My computer is just a pos right now. I need either a large bolt of ligthning, a 20lb hammer or a lob off of the Space needle with a 550ft extension cord so that I could enjoy the sparks when it impacts.
Moving along....
My MS2.3 should build up about 7.7in w/b with an Asc rear lower plate. If you use an IRS plate, it should build up about 7.825in. A CRC should be about the same as the Asc. I thought that the Trinity would build up long as would the Cyrul. I tried a short wheel base at about 7.55 and it was a handful for 8 minutes.
Dom's right, you should be able to find Dubro ball studs at your local airplane shop... Galaxy, Hobby Town, etc. Sorry Deb.
I am still trying to get a two versions of a conversion kit available; a basic like I have been offering and a deluxe with upper rear plate and damper tubes. But the people I need to deal with are at Cleveland this week.
Enjoy your turkey week!
Brian