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rcnats

05-26-2012 11:45 AM

Rhom Retracts-wrong way!

Guys I need your help. I have a set of Rhom main retracts that retract OUTWARD like on a Spitfire. How do I reverse them so they retract INWARD? I have a copy of the manual showing all the parts. Your assistance is greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.

copy of parts for Main gear:

http://images.rcuniverse.com/forum/u...03/Hd94787.jpg

RonMcCormick

05-26-2012 06:18 PM

RE: Rhom Retracts-wrong way!

lets see a picture of the gear up and down

doxilia

05-26-2012 07:17 PM

RE: Rhom Retracts-wrong way!

Stan,

Replied on your RCG thread. Can't be done with your trunnions unless you machine a slot.

David

8178	05-27-2012 03:18 AM

RE: Rhom Retracts-wrong way!

Quote:

ORIGINAL: rcnats

Guys I need your help. I have a set of Rhom main retracts that retract OUTWARD like on a Spitfire. How do I reverse them so they retract INWARD? I have a copy of the manual showing all the parts. Your assistance is greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.

copy of parts for Main gear:

http://images.rcuniverse.com/forum/u...03/Hd94787.jpg

Do you mean like this http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=2434892 These were purchased in the early 70s and the cylinders are outboard. I don’t recall if they could be ordered with the cylinder inboard or not in the early 70s. The outboard cylinder provides clearance for short gear and larger wheels.

JeffH

05-29-2012 05:35 AM

RE: Rhom Retracts-wrong way!

I have a set that are reversible. They are for 3/16" wire, so they are of newer vintage since 5/32" was the early standard I believe.

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