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JRatcli256(at)aol.com
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 Posted: Wed Aug 01, 2007 4:02 pm Post subject: Kolb Tailwheel Springs |
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Today I received the compression type tailwheel springs ordered from Aircraft Spruce.
On comparison with the original Kolb springs they appear to be much stiffer and heavier.
I know how to make my own springs, as some on the list have done in the past.
Before I return them and make my own, is/has anyone ever used the springs from Aircraft Spruce? And with what results? Although much heavier weight wise, would the additional stiffness be of any advantage control wise?
John Ratcliffe
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John Hauck
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| Posted: Wed Aug 01, 2007 4:21 pm Post subject: Kolb Tailwheel Springs |
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| Before I return them and make my own, is/has anyone ever used the
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| John Ratcliffe
John R:
I use compression springs from Maule Aircraft. Used them with the 6"
solid tire and 8" Tundra Tailwheel.
Been using these for years. I prefer them over the feel I get when I
fly the factory Kolbs with soft springs.
john h
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NeilsenRM(at)comcast.net
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| Posted: Wed Aug 01, 2007 7:36 pm Post subject: Kolb Tailwheel Springs |
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John
I use the Aircraft Spruce compression springs. I have fitted them loose so that they don't add stress to the rudder system. The springs give you the ability to more positively control the plane. The most important feature is that a cross wind will not allow these springs to deflect to the point were the tail wheel will unlock to full swivel as long as you maintain control of the rudder. Yes I like them. You may have to adjust the geometry a bit to allow the tail wheel to unlock properly at full rudder deflection.
Rick Neilsen
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