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| Subject: | Gust Lock - Redux |
Hi
A few weeks ago I inquired about gust locks. Most of the "commercial" options didn't
appeal. The one that did appeal never responded to my email query so I decided
to see what I could do on my own.
Most "commercial" options consisted of pushing the rudder pedals forward. Given
that I had an open bolt hole at the bottom of the firewall, I decided to install
an eyeball bolt and use that, in conjunction with a carabiner / strap / shock
cord to pull the pedals forward. I felt this was a better option.
My Grimstad rudder peals have a hollow tube that allowed me to insert a wooden
down between them. This was pulled forward by a strap threaded through the carabiner.
Two shock cords put tension on the straps so that the pedals stay forward
and the rudder centered. I attached the other end of the shock cords to the
outboard gear mount tube that is just in front of the pilot's seat.
The advantage of the shock cords is that it will allow the rudder to move under
to pressure - but not too much. The rudder never comes in contact with the stops
nor are the cables ever out if tension so that that rudder flops around.
All told, this could be duplicated for under $10. I expect something similar could
be done with stock pedals.
I plan to tinker a bit more with this but don't expect the basic design to change.
Cheers
Les
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