https://picasaweb.google.com/tonyboytoo/Fuselage# photos 70-74 show how to do it. $17 vice from HF is a very handy shop tool to have in your collection.
And don't forget the 6" wheel will add almost 2 lbs as far aft as it's possible to get. Would be a good fit with a Lycoming
Tony
Tail wheel spring mount P6601
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Re: Tail wheel spring mount P6601
I used the same tail wheel on my KR for many years and had great success with it. In fact, if the one that SPA is selling were not that tail wheel, I would be buying it from Aviation Products. The one I used is 4" and unless you plan to fly off a rough surface, a lot, I think that is the only choice.
I had SPA drill mine because I don't possess the skills or the tools to do that kind of machine work and get it perfect.
I had SPA drill mine because I don't possess the skills or the tools to do that kind of machine work and get it perfect.
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Re: Tail wheel spring mount P6601
We have them in stock now, just received a whole batch back from the powder-coater last week. You need to decide if you want us to drill the tail wheel socket and spring for you or if you want to do that yourself. If you are going to drill it your self then I will mail you one this week. You can see the options for this here:
http://flywithspa.com/?p=376
and you need to choose your tail wheel size. 4" or 6". Recommended LSA size is 4".
Other builders chime in here on your recommendations.
And Just FYI - for questions regarding part delivery and availability please send an email to support@flywithspa.com, this way we can make sure you get a prompt response.
http://flywithspa.com/?p=376
and you need to choose your tail wheel size. 4" or 6". Recommended LSA size is 4".
Other builders chime in here on your recommendations.
And Just FYI - for questions regarding part delivery and availability please send an email to support@flywithspa.com, this way we can make sure you get a prompt response.
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Re: Tail wheel spring mount P6601
Well, after further examination of my packing list, I see that that part is back ordered.
Rachel.....any clue on the timeline for this?
Thanks!
Rachel.....any clue on the timeline for this?
Thanks!
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Tail wheel spring mount P6601
Hi Everyone,
I have building furiously on my tail cone this weekend when I hit my first roadblock. I am page 38 paragraph 1.10 of the builders manual. I have examined all of my parts and I'm unable to find part P6601 (the tail wheel spring mount).
I am assuming that this part is not included in the kit, however I don't see this part offered on the website unless it's included with the tail wheel assembly purchase (but, I don't think so). Could someone who has already traveled this path please shed some light on this for me?
It appears there are a couple of items I can work on while tracking down this part. Do I need this before I can go much further.
Any thoughts are greatly appreciated!
Thanks!
Sean
I have building furiously on my tail cone this weekend when I hit my first roadblock. I am page 38 paragraph 1.10 of the builders manual. I have examined all of my parts and I'm unable to find part P6601 (the tail wheel spring mount).
I am assuming that this part is not included in the kit, however I don't see this part offered on the website unless it's included with the tail wheel assembly purchase (but, I don't think so). Could someone who has already traveled this path please shed some light on this for me?
It appears there are a couple of items I can work on while tracking down this part. Do I need this before I can go much further.
Any thoughts are greatly appreciated!
Thanks!
Sean
Sean Sullivan
Based at KFWS
Fort Worth, TX 76110
Panther Builder SN048
Mine & Brian's Panther Builder Site:
https://www.facebook.com/NTXPantherSquadron
Our "Flight Club" page
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Based at KFWS
Fort Worth, TX 76110
Panther Builder SN048
Mine & Brian's Panther Builder Site:
https://www.facebook.com/NTXPantherSquadron
Our "Flight Club" page
https://www.facebook.com/FlightClubSpinks?ref=bookmarks