RCU Forums - View Single Post - 4*40 Tail wheel ?
View Single Post
Old 06-26-2006 | 09:34 AM
  #1  
TOEDWY
Junior Member
 
Joined: Sep 2003
Posts: 26
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
From: Powell, OH
Default 4*40 Tail wheel ?

I have been building a 4*40 and have a concern about the tail wheel.

I noticed the plans calls for the tail wheel assembly to be inserted in the Rudder fin. I may be incorrect but it appears when landing a considerable amount of force will be applied to the lower rudder CA Hinges. WHEN, I have a harder landing will the hinges be strong enough to take this force? I have apprehensions allowing this very important Rudder CA hinge to take this abuse over time. I already glued and inserted the Rudder Assembly into the fin with additional CA nylon.

What have others seen or done to maybe offset this concern, or should I not worry about it?

Thanks for any advice.

Matt