plane hold back
05-30-2006, 09:42 PM
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plane hold back
I was surfing RCU earler today and ran across a device that holds back the plane by the horz. stab. Its costs about 35 bucks. If the plane is pushed back a little it drops off the stab.
I decided I need one of these, but cant find it again to order it. [
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little help?
thanks
I decided I need one of these, but cant find it again to order it. [
]little help?
thanks
05-31-2006, 05:14 AM
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RE: plane hold back
G'day Mate, Have a look at these restraints we use in Australia, cheap too, & very effective.
The mad dog has a 46AX in it & the Katana has a 160FX, so they're versatile too.
Good Flyin Mate,
Allan.
The mad dog has a 46AX in it & the Katana has a 160FX, so they're versatile too.
Good Flyin Mate,
Allan.
05-31-2006, 05:22 AM
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RE: plane hold back
G'day Mate, sorry I forgot to say they are made of 5/8" or 1/2" stainless rod, with Air conditioning insulation over it to protect the wings, but they can be made from some angle iron or 3/4" steel rod, for very little money, a lot less than $35. I hope this helps.
Good Flyin Mate,
Allan.
Good Flyin Mate,
Allan.
05-31-2006, 05:59 AM
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RE: plane hold back
I have seen the device your describing and it is listed in RCU ads under airplanes then accessories. Looks like a nice set up.
http://www.rcuniverse.com/market/item.cfm?itemId=187449
http://www.rcuniverse.com/market/item.cfm?itemId=187449
06-07-2006, 05:43 PM
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RE: plane hold back
I use a long Screwdriver..... old one of course....... Pounded into the ground and a piece of high strength climbing rope...... old piece that was used and no good for climbing anymore....... Tie the rope in a circle with a good figure eight knot and put it around your stab and rudder then around the screwdriver in the ground....... even if you buy a new screwdriver and a 6' length of rope you'll be under $35
06-26-2006, 07:03 PM
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RE: plane hold back
Something like the image attached: 20 - 35 dollars
1/2 in. PVC pipe, few PVC couplings, a really long bolt and a few nuts/washers: 5 dollars
Not getting ripped off with something you can make yourself: priceless
1/2 in. PVC pipe, few PVC couplings, a really long bolt and a few nuts/washers: 5 dollars
Not getting ripped off with something you can make yourself: priceless
06-26-2006, 09:57 PM
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RE: plane hold back
I know this is not what you were asking about but this is another option. We have these installed at my field. Layed on the ground and anchored by a 2' bolt in the ground.
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