ORIGINAL: dragoonpvw
I don'tknow if the first wife story is true, but I have used the Vanessa for many years.Iit is slightly different in design but works the same way. I have a picture on RCU balancing my 53 pound Mustang, no problem. It is still the most accurate way in my opinion.
there are build instructions at the same site I got it from on here maybe 10 years ago.
http://home.mindspring.com/~the-plum...%20Machine.htm
Dash's design looks good too and a little simpler. I think the original may have a slightly tighter levelling adjustment, but I wouldn't see that as a problem except on heavier planes.
My setup is on a rope and pulley in my garage. I set the plane under it, hook up the sling and haul away.
good to see your setup Dash.
Paul
Paul,
Ihad not seen or heard of the Vanessa, but essentially, it does the very same thing my system does. It's somewhat more complicated, however. All you need with mine is a few pieces of rope and a way to hang it. Exact same principal.
Thanks for sharing that.
Joe