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1. 06:30 PM - XL wing design issues (Larry McFarland)
2. 07:43 PM - 601 parts for sale (idyll1)
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| Subject: | XL wing design issues |
Hi guys,
I must chime in, about the design flaw. The XL has a lot going for it,
but it was a redesign, which reduced the height and length of the center
spar. Then the center spar seemed to be placed at a slight angle from
flight loading. The bolt pattern for wing attachment was new and can be
over-sized if not carefully reamed. Pictures seen of the crashed
center-spar suggest damage began over a longer time than what was seen
on the day of the crash. I wondered what they beefed up when the design
came out, what with the full cantilever wings and smaller section center
spar than whats seen on the HD series. The XL are light planes, but
carry the same loads as previous models. I dont think its likely well
know what the final flaw is until one breaks up and the pilot
survives. Id be flying an XL single seat after whats occurred and
would put in the structural kit as soon as it is/was available. Its
still a great plane.
I dont think any XL wing has failed that hadnt seen the center spar
fail first. Dance lightly around that if you want, but I believe the fix
for the flaw is properly directed.
Respectfully,
Larry McFarland at 601HDS at www.macsmachine.com
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| Subject: | 601 parts for sale |
I have the following parts for sale:
Linear Flap actuator (DE12-14W4)
Actuator mount (6B19-10
Actuator rod (6B19-11)
Full set of turnbuckle assemblies (3) AN-140, (4) AN-130
I am asking 250.00 for the flap actuator.mount and rod and 100.00 for the 7 turnbuckle
assemblies.
These are all new unused parts. Please contact me off list if you are interested.
Gary Briggs
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