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 Posted: Mon Sep 24, 2007 7:14 am Post subject: Why glue? - Was tail spring bolt size |
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This and previous discussions have convinced me to replace my (unbroken) single leaf this winter. So I'm wondering: Given the problems experienced by many with broken tail springs, why would anyone glue this bolt in place to start with? Factory recommendation?
Geir Olav Řien <geir_olav(at)c2i.net> wrote:
[quote]--> Kitfox-List message posted by: =?iso-8859-1?Q?Geir_Olav_=D8ien?=
I built the plane, and i made a inspection hole close to the tail spring
bolt. I did not glue the bolt in place, only used mastinox on it (anti
corrosive). So it is no problem to remove and get access to the bolt.
Thanks for the tips.
Geir Olav Řien
Kitfox IV Jabiru 2200
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[mailto:owner-kitfox-list-server(at)matronics.com] Pĺ vegne av Lynn
Matteson
Sendt: 23. september 2007 14:36
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Emne: Re: Re: 3 leaf tail spring. Bolt size
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Depending on how the original builder built the plane, this bolt may
or may not be glued in place. In building mine I glued (structural
adhesive...Hysol 9460) the bolt in place, and when I needed to remove
it for the thicker spring/longer bolt, it was a simple matter to
shield the fabric with a metal plate with a hole drilled in it, then
heat the bolt on the threads. The heat will travel up the bolt,
soften the adhesive and allow the bolt to be pushed up into the
fuselage. I have an inspection hole nearby to facilitate work done in
this area. If you don't have this hole, I think you'll have to remove
the hort. that gives answers, not web links. [quote][b]
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Tom Jones
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| Posted: Mon Sep 24, 2007 8:30 am Post subject: Re: Why glue? - Was tail spring bolt size |
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| Quote: | | This and previous discussions have convinced me to replace my (unbroken) single leaf this winter. So I'm wondering: Given the problems experienced by many with broken tail springs, why would anyone glue this bolt in place to start with? Factory recommendation? |
The builder's manual recommeds epoxying the bolt because it is difficult to access it after the plane is assembled. My opinion...now...is that an inspection ring located to access that bolt is a better idea.
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