kearney
Joined: 20 Sep 2008
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 Posted: Wed May 20, 2015 4:55 pm Post subject: Gust Lock - Redux |
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Hi
A few weeks ago I inquired about gust locks. Most of the "commercial" options didn't appeal. The one that did appeal never responded to my email query so I decided to see what I could do on my own.
Most "commercial" options consisted of pushing the rudder pedals forward. Given that I had an open bolt hole at the bottom of the firewall, I decided to install an eyeball bolt and use that, in conjunction with a carabiner / strap / shock cord to pull the pedals forward. I felt this was a better option.
My Grimstad rudder peals have a hollow tube that allowed me to insert a wooden down between them. This was pulled forward by a strap threaded through the carabiner. Two shock cords put tension on the straps so that the pedals stay forward and the rudder centered. I attached the other end of the shock cords to the outboard gear mount tube that is just in front of the pilot's seat.
The advantage of the shock cords is that it will allow the rudder to move under to pressure - but not too much. The rudder never comes in contact with the stops nor are the cables ever out if tension so that that rudder flops around.
All told, this could be duplicated for under $10. I expect something similar could be done with stock pedals.
I plan to tinker a bit more with this but don't expect the basic design to change.
Cheers
Les
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