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     1. 01:37 PM - Re: Jacking up the RV8 using a hole drilled in the U807 wheel pant flange  (Dale Ellis)
 
 
 
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Time: 01:37:14 PM PST US
Subject: Re: RV8-List: Jacking up the RV8 using a hole drilled in the U807  wheel
pant flange
From: Dale Ellis <rv8builder.kd0m@gmail.com>

I am not sure that the U807 is stong enough to support the weight of the
aircraft and fuel.  I am not an engineer nor have I played one on TV.  Just
food for thought..

Dale


On Sat, Jun 28, 2014 at 6:39 PM, Vincent Himsl <vshimsl@live.com> wrote:

> A couple of years ago, while at Felts Field, another RV8 builder suggested
> I drill a hole in my U807 wheel pant mounting flange to access the gear leg
> recess. I could then insert a bolt into the hole and use a bottle jack to
> lift my wheel to change the tire.
>
> A slick idea I mentally filed away until, of course, I forgot most
> everything he told me.
>
> If you've tried this idea, I would appreciate the details.
>
> Thanks,
> VinceH
> RV8432 - Flying
> Yes I really should finish the wheel pants
>
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>

 

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