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Old 05-10-2006 | 01:04 PM
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cheechukranch
 
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Default RE: Robart Hinges: opinions

I've found that at cold temps (freezing) these hinges can be weak at the pin when shear forces are applied. I had three 1/8" hinges fail simultaneously at the pin on the aileron of a 120" slope glider while flying in 35mph winds. The other aileron sheared off when I crash landed after the initial failure. Just be aware if you store your planes in an unheated garage.