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Pylons - 8/5/2002 9:21:42 AM   
Mluvara



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Status: offline 		Well, my latest endeavor, although not composite, is quite interesting. Coming up with the task of some new, transportable pylons was a challenge. I have looked at Don's version with interest and wanted to come up with one that had a sizeable base. Basically, make it look like Reno in some ways.


After building these, I have come to the conclusion that spontaneous work, without planning sometimes works best!

THE RESULT.....

When I purchased the parts, I planned on making the pylons four sided. Then I reduced it to three... Well, the plyons are actually only two sided and very visible! One plate in the back is unscrewed, the 5 gallon buckets come off the top, the pvc pipe removed and they fold up! The handles on the side serve as a carrying mechanism and also tie down points. Total height is approximately 15 ft.

More details in the next photos.

Michael

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Pylons - 8/5/2002 9:23:26 AM   
Mluvara



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Pylons - 8/5/2002 9:24:34 AM   
Mluvara



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Pylons - 8/5/2002 9:25:56 AM   
Mluvara



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Status: offline 		5 gallon buckets on top... Slide on and pin supports it in place.

Michael

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Pylons - 8/5/2002 10:34:16 AM   
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Status: offline 		That bucket will make a great target.

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Pylons - 8/5/2002 8:43:32 PM   
Mluvara



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Status: offline 		[QUOTE]Originally posted by regis
That bucket will make a great target. [/QUOTE]

Yeah, there's bets already going on who will hit the pylons first. Our last set was all pvc with a square base. One guy flew through the center and left the wings behind If someone hits these, it's gonna hurt the plane and my pylons!

But, the bottom line is that they are VERY visible!

Michael

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Pylons - 8/7/2002 3:32:28 AM   
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Status: offline 		Michael,

I just need to let you know that I have applied for a patent on using 5 gallon buckets on pylons ... just kidding, of course.

Your pylons look cool ... at the NATS I used a couple of different colors and the fluorescent pink was the color of choice.

Can you draw up some plans so I can post them on PW? Nothing fancy is necessary if you want me to turn them into Visio/AutoCAD drawings.

Lloyd Burnham of NEPRO was telling me about their new permanent pylon installation. I'm going to try to get that design online soon, too.

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Pylons - 8/7/2002 8:02:02 AM   
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Status: offline 		Michael,

Your pylons look great, but I'm not thrilled about the bucket idea.

Someone will hit it, probably in the first race. I much rather prefer a small checkered flag. Looks better (IMO) and helps the pilots determine where the wind is at.

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Pylons - 8/7/2002 8:32:51 AM   
Mluvara



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Status: offline 		[QUOTE]Originally posted by daven
Michael,

Your pylons look great, but I'm not thrilled about the bucket idea.

Someone will hit it, probably in the first race. I much rather prefer a small checkered flag. Looks better (IMO) and helps the pilots determine where the wind is at. [/QUOTE]

Ahh, wait - AMA rules say no flying lower than the pylon! We'll see what happens when they are used!

I've been trying to get ahold of Rich Hansen and Steve Kaluf regarding pylon rules to no avail. I'm worried about our upcoming race.

Michael

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