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Subject: Re: Europa-List: run up on the trailer
From: Roger Anderson <pr@dcanderson.myzen.co.uk>
Date: Fri, 23 Feb 2007 16:11:47

Yes - but make sure that the trailer is anchored, the fuse is strapped down 
and that the wings and the elevators are removed. The wing supports should 
be hinged down on the ground as otherwise the straps may fret.
    Roger. G-BXTD

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Raimo Toivio" <raimo.toivio@rwm.fi>
Sent: Friday, February 23, 2007 3:48 PM
Subject: Europa-List: run up on the trailer


>
> Those who know:
>
> is it possible to run up an engine
> when the plane is on the trailer
> and do it safely?
>
> I have a monowheel Europa
> and an original Europa trailer
> with the optional side supporters.
> The trailer is fixed with a car and
> the tailwheel is fixed with the trailer.
> The wings will be derigged.
>
> Just wonder is it too hard for the main
> gear because of the prop torque?
> My purpose is just to make it idle,
> no full power at all.
>
> Thanks, Raimo
> ==========
>
> Raimo M W Toivio
>
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>
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