Thanks Ferg, I will have to find a longer (and proper bolt). Looking at
things and doing a little fiddling before the spring is mounted, the
difference (other than more plys) is very minimal. The only real noticeable
difference is the angle of the arm - the threaded, very aft end to the arm
which the tailwheel actually mounts on, is about 2 degrees more "vertical"
than normal. Talked to Europa US, can't see any problem. Still exits from
the bottom of the stern almost exactly the same.
Off to search for a bolt!
Emmet
A141
-----Original Message-----
Behalf Of Fergkyle
Subject: Mod43-tailwheel
SUBJECT: Drilling for the revised tailspring in the stern.
Emmet:
Thank you for the kind words. Yes, 1inch up from the OUTSIDE
seems to direct the tailspring correctly. What put me onto it was that
unless you have the correct number of plywood layers, the supplied bolt will
not suffice. Also, photos of completed aircraft show the tailspring exitting
through the bottom layers of the stern. That can only be accomplished if the
number of plies is close to ideal. If a longer bolt is required, one should
check with the designer for the proper bolt. Bolts have a penchant for
stretching when not properly specified ot torqued.
Happy landings
Ferg A064
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