dpfisher(at)scottsbluff.n
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 Posted: Sat Dec 30, 2006 9:10 pm Post subject: 701 steering rod seals |
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Hi,
Metal cages like the neat ones that Larry McFarland made can work even if
space is limited. Just cut slots in the Z reinforcement on the inside of
the firewall and install them there. then reinforce the Z to replace any
lost strength.
I made my cages by flattening a 9 inch long piece of 1 in. dia. aluminum
lawn chair tubing. I slipped a 1/8 in thick x 1 1/4 wide mandrel inside as
it approached flat. The mandrel gave the cage it's final shape. I used
fire wall sheet metal for the sliders. just fold the edges 180 degrees to
make rounded edges that will slide easily in the cage. Make your sliders
1/4 in. less wide than the cages for side slop. cut vertical slots in the
cages to match your firewall slots and drill holes in the sliders for the
steering rods and you're done. If you drill the steering rod hole
undersized, you can work it out to size with a tapered punch and you'll
have a smooth,fire proof, sliding surface for the steering rod without the
necessity of a grommet.
Have fun!
Dave, 701 with A80-8 Continental ( Competing for slowest build! )
( Currently old farmer, ex Ag Engineer and ex Army Helicopter Pilot)
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