Hey folks! I am selling my 40hp Himax to a gentleman that is 6ft 4in. Is anybody of a similar height able to fit into the Himax? I am 5ft 8in and never had issue, but I am much shorter.

This gentleman is also ~230lbs. This leaves him with ~10-15lbs of fuel. Does anybody operate 10-15lbs over max on 40hp? I know that the gross on an experimental is basically a strongly recommended "suggestion" but it is set for good reason. Is there a significant structural danger to doing so?

I will say that I have been guilty of this 3 times in a C172's and a PA28R where I knew an extra 15lbs (always well within the CG envelope) on a good sized runway was not a huge risk. I am not condoning, nor will I encourage/suggest for him to do so. I am curious because I know the temptation is an easy decision for a new buyer and new pilot.

Any feedback is appreciated.

I've flown my Hi Max at gross. I was 225# and am 6'0". Have you done the weight and balance calculations to see what category it will fall into? Mine fell into the Standard category for weight an balance, instead of utility. Utility is for the lighter folks.  

I sent you a PM

who did you send the pm to? I didn't get one... ;(  LOL