Time for a new Tailwheel!

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Hey EDMO,

the FG tail spring is mostly running / inserted in a U channel. I just found it convenient and maybe stronger to leave it a bit larger (that's the way it was laid up) than the U chanel....to install it I just had to cut two parallel grooves .

Also....it tends to puzzle people.......

Yep - You got me on that one!  ;<)  I am not used to thinking about how Avid did the tailspring alignment - I keep looking for the sandwich clamp that Kitfox used, or a hidden bolt.   Thanks,  EDMO

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This is really interesting.

Does anyone know where I can get this wheel and tyre in the UK as I would like to do this mod to my kitfox mk2.

Cheers.

Skelly.

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Hi,

After doing a bit of research I found this:

REPL WHEEL 6x2.125x1/2 BALLOON | Aircraft Spruce

It fits the Kitfox 2 tailwheel axle perfectly and is softer than the original Maule jobby and weighs slightly less also.

I got mine from LAS aero in the UK.

Cheers,

Skelly.

 

 

 

 

 

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