Robart instead of CA
01-02-2004, 02:33 PM
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Robart instead of CA
Want to use Robart hinges instead of the already slotted CA's. Do I just drill for the Robarts where the CA's are already slotted? Will the CA slot crack from the Robarts as the epoxy cures?
Any thoughts appreciated.
Any thoughts appreciated.
01-02-2004, 07:14 PM
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RE: Robart instead of CA
Another alternative is the nylon pinned hinges by Klett or Du-bro. Just need to widen the groove a bit. I use Goop to hold them in. Robarts work well too depending on the application.
01-02-2004, 07:23 PM
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RE: Robart instead of CA
Another option--the Hayes (used to be Kraft-Hayes) hinges. Like the Robart, but without the round post portion. Just enlarge the CA slots slightly, and put them in with slow-dry epoxy. Last longer than the airplane in most cases, and you don't have to worry about lining up the drilled holes for the Robart.
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01-02-2004, 07:38 PM
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RE: Robart instead of CA
I just had to replace the C/A hinges on my Extra because the hinge broke at the center line. I have never heard of this happening before.
