Fred
I have found a picture of trolley that might fit your requirements. Picture
attached and I have added it to the web site. I know nothing about it and
the file name does not seem to help. Looking at the vehicles in the picture
it looks European but not UK.
Does anyone know who built it or more details?
Ian Rickard G-IANI XS Trigear, 300hours
Europa Club Mods Specialist
e-mail g-iani@ntlworld.com
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From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Fred Klein
Sent: 11 August 2012 21:45
Subject: Europa-List: Jacking up the mono
This thread is of great interest as I'm nearing the end of my build.
As I've pondered this issue, I'm thinking that the ideal mechanism would do
the following:
- stabilize the fuselage when wings are detached,
- function w/ and w/o the cowl attached,
- allow for changing of tire and tube,
- allow for testing of LG retraction and deployment,
- allow for the airplane to be easily moved about a hangar in any
direction...think of hangar-sharing w/ other aircraft.
To accomplish these goals, I've been thinking about some kind of
platform/dolly with 3 or 4 castering wheels of sufficient size to roll
easily on turf, gravel, or concrete combined w/ a hydraulic jack and some
kind of a cushioned cradle...
Perhaps...in my innocence...I'm over-thinking here, so I'm very interested
to know whether or not those who have been flying, hangaring, transporting,
and maintaining their aircraft have dealt with these issues with any
equipment other than the standard trailer.
Comments and experience appreciated,
Fred
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