ORIGINAL: Flyjets
HI Guy's
I realize that there are numerous Trailer SET UP Threads and I have read them all.
What I would like to know is it better to have the Jets strapped on a shelf with the Gear Down this way any bumps would pass threw the Landing Gear Plates.
Previously I transport them with the Gear UP and on Foam but my Yellow F18 developed a small crack that way on a Gear Door.
I also was watching the BVM boy's unload and noticed that several of there Jets were now being Transported Gear Down.
Today I finally purchased a 05 / 12 * 6 Wells Cargo V Nose Trailer so hopefully I can now carry more then 2 planes to an event.
Ian
Ian,
Go with gear up and pad the trays with 2"-6" foam. I use 3" egg crate foam in my trailer attached to my shelves. Also go down to Barry's on 41 in Sarasota (or you can call around) and they have the vertical e-track that they will install for you. I made my shelves fixed and now wished I had gone with the E-Track myself. Give me a call if you want to ask questions.
Patrick.