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by tonyp51
Wed Nov 29, 2017 8:49 pm
Forum: Pietenpol Builders Forum
Topic: Installing Bungee Cord/s
Replies: 12
Views: 5044

Installing Bungee Cord/s

Hello, I'm in of instruction on how to properly put the Bungee cord/s on my solid axle wood gear Piet. Also the correct size. I have both 1/2" and 3/8" diameter cord from Aircraft Spruce. I'm thinking the 1/2" is what I need. Also the length of each cord before use. I have researched ...
by tonyp51
Mon Oct 16, 2017 12:08 pm
Forum: Pietenpol Builders Forum
Topic: Wing Strut Fittings
Replies: 2
Views: 2905

Wing Strut Fittings

I have the one piece gear. Everything is bolted on. The 3/32" ply skin is not attached yet.The welded wing strut fittings are finished and built per plans. My question is: What gets welded? Does the wing strut fittings get welded to the outside landing gear fittings? Do I have to wait until aft...
by tonyp51
Thu Apr 27, 2017 9:35 am
Forum: Pietenpol Builders Forum
Topic: Tail Hinges
Replies: 3
Views: 3280

Re: Tail Hinges

Thanks for the quick reply. I will recess my hinges.

Tony
by tonyp51
Thu Apr 20, 2017 9:34 am
Forum: Pietenpol Builders Forum
Topic: Tail Hinges
Replies: 3
Views: 3280

Tail Hinges

Do I need to recess my tail hinges? What is the advantage to recessing them? My Hinges are from Oscar.
thx!
Tony