ORIGINAL: Mr Akimoto
Hello Jonc:
I have a couple of questions about your US 40. What size Sullivan tail wheel bracket did you get? The 2-6#s or the 5-12#? What size tail wheel are you using? Are you using the stock motor mount? Do you have any suggestions for improvement? I notice some people mentioning a weak tail, LG, and wing hold down plate.
Thanks,
Mr Akimoto
Mr Akimoto,
Following a the advice of a long-time flyer, I used the Sullivan S860 bracket with the stock wheel. A piece of 1/4" plywood, approximately 1-1/2" x 3", beveled on three edges, and covered in Ultracote, serves as a mounting plate. The un-beveled edge of the plywood is towards the rear. The plate was epoxied to the horizontal stabilizer after trimming the covering away. Then, #4 x 3/4" sheet metal screws were used to mount the bracket. According to my friend, this is plenty strong, and he's used the same method on larger versions.
I'm sorry I don't have any other recommendations for the US.
Hope this helps,
Jon