Dave Patrick super cub
09-08-2019 | 10:19 PM
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From: Baton Rouge, LA
Phil,
Sorry, for the super late reply. I haven't been on this thread in a long time. I don't think too many folks follow this thread anymore.
To answer your question, I think it's going to be difficult, if not impossible, to find the struts. You could check Horizon Hobby for parts from the Hangar 9 1/4-scale Cub but last time I looked it was "slim pickin's" on those parts still available. Only other options that I can think of are to find some from someone's crashed plane (probably not too likely either - you could look forever). Probably the best option is to try to custom build some of your own. I can provide pictures and measurements if you decide to go that route...
Good luck in your search,
Eric
Sorry, for the super late reply. I haven't been on this thread in a long time. I don't think too many folks follow this thread anymore.
To answer your question, I think it's going to be difficult, if not impossible, to find the struts. You could check Horizon Hobby for parts from the Hangar 9 1/4-scale Cub but last time I looked it was "slim pickin's" on those parts still available. Only other options that I can think of are to find some from someone's crashed plane (probably not too likely either - you could look forever). Probably the best option is to try to custom build some of your own. I can provide pictures and measurements if you decide to go that route...
Good luck in your search,
Eric
09-12-2019 | 09:42 AM
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The Hangar 9 SuperCub windscreen fits. The wing tube also fits, and the landing gear is very close. The H9 cowl also fits. I have the DP Clipped wing with a Valley View RC 40 cc twin for power and she flies really well. With the clipped wings, I cannot verify if the wing struts fit, but I think they are very very close. Good luck!
09-18-2019 | 01:27 PM
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Phil,
I just ran across the Phoenix 1/4-scale PA-18 Super Cub Model. They offer several parts including a wing strut set. Price is pretty high at $57.99. I have no idea whether they will actually fit or not. The wing span for the DPM is 105.5, if think, the Phoenix model is listed at 107".
https://www.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...I=PMMA1695&P=Z
I just ran across the Phoenix 1/4-scale PA-18 Super Cub Model. They offer several parts including a wing strut set. Price is pretty high at $57.99. I have no idea whether they will actually fit or not. The wing span for the DPM is 105.5, if think, the Phoenix model is listed at 107".
https://www.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...I=PMMA1695&P=Z
09-30-2020 | 03:10 AM
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Replacement landing gear struts, no springs!!
Well after frustratingly searching for replacement springs for the original strut design I opted to buy a Robart replacement that uses o-rings. The struts fit like a glove and has plenty of resistance, I’m very pleased. Just need to paint now.
Original struts with substandard springs
New Robart replacement with O-rings.
Original struts with substandard springs
New Robart replacement with O-rings.
Last edited by keet; 09-30-2020 at 03:12 AM. Reason: Provide more detail
