trailing link struts
 

For you guys that have build your own trailing link struts what size spring have you used. Wire size and length, would help I have found springs at small parts.com.
Thanks George

RE: trailing link struts
 

My spring is custom made by a spring manufacturer. it is .095 music wire.


I think the next spring order I make I'm gonna go with Tempered Steel.

RE: trailing link struts
 

Sean here is some gear that paul is making for a friend. I am doing some of the plane. Can't tell you anymore he say's its a secret for now. Or how does the saying go "I would have to kill you" , but I think it changes to "He would Kill me" Butch http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rQZh8...eature=related

RE: trailing link struts
 

I musta hit replay about 16 times!! I love it! Make sure paul backs up that pin through the wood with metal. Do you know of the aircylinder is home made?

RE: trailing link struts
 

There will be Metal plates and bushings. I made the ribs and spar mock-up so he would know where the gear goes. I don't know about the cylinders. Butch

RE: trailing link struts
 

Hey guys,
I got the cylinders from here:
http://www.surpluscenter.com/
Great place for experimenters and cheapskates like me. :D

Sean, I might need more info on springs when I get to that part.

Paul

RE: trailing link struts
 

NP, good work Paul!

RE: trailing link struts
 

Sean,
Here are the cylinders, $ 5.99 each at Surplus Center. You'll have to buy or make your fittings.
What a bargain.
Paul