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3. 05:48 AM - struts (zoperman@att.net)
4. 07:14 AM - Re: lift struts & fabric finishes (Rick Lutes)
5. 07:28 AM - Re: struts (Rick Lutes)
6. 08:15 AM - Re: struts (James Kale)
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--> Cub-List message posted by: zoperman@att.net
Thanks Jim. 1170 lbs gross weight, I may have the wrong airplane. I put it
on floats, I'll have to put a remote control kit in it to stay under.Del.
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| Subject: | Re: lift struts & fabric finishes |
--> Cub-List message posted by: "Rick Lutes" <rlutes@owc.net>
Hi Del,
I like Jim's solution to the lift strut inspection required by AD 99-01-05,
although it does take a little more time (to exchange struts and inspect the
struts and forks) than spending the money to install sealed struts and
accepting the aesthetics of the large forks. There are certainly a lot of
used, serviceable, small fork struts lying around that could be had for
little cost. It's nice to have the choice on how to comply with the AD.
If you don't have access to a regulatory CD, The FAA web-site
http://www2.faa.gov/certification/aircraft/ is a easy way to look at AD's
(post-1940) and Type Certificate Data Sheets.
As far as choice of finishes, I'm not familiar with any water based coatings
that have held up over time. I have heard of & seen some that do not look
good after a few years. I would not consider using a "new" process for
finishing unless I can see proof of what it will look like after 10 years &
some exposure to the sun.
Seaplanes present a challenge where it may not be practical to keep them in
a hangar, so their exposure to sun & weather is increased compared to a land
plane or amphib. I would keep this in mind when choosing finishes for a
potential floatplane.
FWIW, the Air-Tech Coatings finishes are looking very good and hold up
well. I see it used on AgCats that stay shiny through harsh exposure to
chemicals & cleaners, and I see it used on award winning show planes (very
particular owners). I've not heard anything bad about Air-Tech. That said,
I've always liked Randolph products too.
Rick
----- Original Message -----
From: <zoperman@att.net>
Subject: Cub-List: lift struts
> --> Cub-List message posted by: zoperman@att.net
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> I am trying to find out about cub lift struts, I see big fork ends,
small
> ones, and sealed struts to replace standard ones. I know the APIA I use
will
> know all, but for now-.
> Thanks for the float rigging help. I 'm looking for used rigging all
made
> up.I have champ rigging on the 1400's now.
> I have 41 cub project, with metal spar wings. Nothing in the logbook
about
> the switch. The wings punched 55 lbs, but further inspection revieled that
the
> wings were full of fiberglass insulation,mouse turds, and grass seed, And
of
> course, the ribstiching was chewed in two all over . And to make the
recover
> decision final, the whole airplane is done up to aerothane, without any
silver
> at all. Saving a little money, the guy said.
> To recover it, put a c90 and wing tank in it, and onto floats is the
goal.
> I an leaning toward the waterborn coating system by Aircraft Finishing
> Systems.Anyone seen it. Supposed to be glossy and east to repair,uses
ceconite
> fabric.
> I joined the cub club and ordered a load of info. Later.
>
>
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--> Cub-List message posted by: "Rick Lutes" <rlutes@owc.net>
Del,
The gross weight goes up to 1300 lbs when you put on floats. The C.G. range
changes too (depending on the type of floats). You can read about it in the
Type Certificate Data Sheet.
FWIW, A friends C90 powered J3 weighs 900 lbs empty, with 1400's installed.
It really pays off to keep the airplane light. You'll appreciate it
everytime you break free of the water on take-off!
Rick
----- Original Message -----
From: <zoperman@att.net>
Subject: Cub-List: struts
> --> Cub-List message posted by: zoperman@att.net
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> Thanks Jim. 1170 lbs gross weight, I may have the wrong airplane. I
put it
> on floats, I'll have to put a remote control kit in it to stay under.Del.
>
>
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--> Cub-List message posted by: James Kale <kale@snowhill.com>
The sea plane may have different Gross Weights, need to check the type
certificate data sheet. My wheel airplane weighed about 670 lbs. with fuel.
Jim
----- Original Message -----
From: <zoperman@att.net>
Subject: Cub-List: struts
> --> Cub-List message posted by: zoperman@att.net
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> Thanks Jim. 1170 lbs gross weight, I may have the wrong airplane. I
put it
> on floats, I'll have to put a remote control kit in it to stay under.Del.
>
>
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