Can you identify this part?
10-07-2010, 07:43 PM
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Can you identify this part?
I am trying to repair a plane so that I can teach some kids at my school to fly. The plane was donated, but has one broken part. I would like to see if anyone knows what it is and especially where I can get another one.
I hope the pictures attached here... if not I will try to do it again.
Thanks
Bill R.
I hope the pictures attached here... if not I will try to do it again.
Thanks
Bill R.
10-07-2010, 08:28 PM
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RE: Can you identify this part?
Hi Bill,
The part you have is called a "bellcrank" and in this application is used instead of a flexible push rod. I'm sorry I don't know where or if you can purchase this type but I would replace with a flexible "golden rod" which are freely available.
Cheers,
Colin
The part you have is called a "bellcrank" and in this application is used instead of a flexible push rod. I'm sorry I don't know where or if you can purchase this type but I would replace with a flexible "golden rod" which are freely available.
Cheers,
Colin
10-07-2010, 09:06 PM
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RE: Can you identify this part?
Thanks for the reply. Well the problem with a straight tube type would be that the connection would then wobble at the point from the fuse connection rod to the elevator. I will try to take another pic that will show it. I am really needing to re-engineer this somehow.
I'll post more pics in a few minutes.
I'll post more pics in a few minutes.
10-07-2010, 09:13 PM
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RE: Can you identify this part?
I believe Hobby Lobby sells those.
Quite frequently it's possible to install a pushrod in a sleeve to replace one of these things.
Quite frequently it's possible to install a pushrod in a sleeve to replace one of these things.
10-08-2010, 06:12 PM
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RE: Can you identify this part?
It is a bellcrank. If the one from Hobby Lobby (?) doesn't fit/work, measure the thickness and use the old one for a pattern. Make one from AIRCRAFT ply (not lite ply). Prior to control horns, bellcranks, etc being "premade", builders typically cut them from aircraft ply and drilled 1/16" holes to attach the linkage wire/clevis into.
