Carl,
Since you have the springs, Id suggest you go ahead at the next opportunity
(such
as an annual) and replace the bungees with the springs. I have the springs
on my tri-gear and the are working great. I helped Bud do my tri-gear
conversion
and he slipped a sheet of stainless steel between the spring and frame to
help prevent the wear you describe. Theres lots of up-side to the switch and
I cant think of any down-side at all.
Blue skies & tailwinds,
Bob Borger
Europa XS Tri, Rotax 914, Airmaster C/S Prop (75 hrs).
Little Toot Sport Biplane, Lycoming Thunderbolt AEIO-320 EXP
3705 Lynchburg Dr.
Corinth, TX 76208-5331
Cel: 817-992-1117
rlborger@mac.com
On Feb 10, 2017, at 3:18 AM, carlp101 <cparkinson@cisc-uk.com> wrote:
Hi,
My Europa is currently fitted with bungee cord on the nose wheel suspension, but
I also have the springs from Europa to replace it. Has anyone fitted the
springs?
Do they do a good job?
I'm concerned that the springs concentrate the forces at two points on the nose
wheel frame rather than spreading it out as the bungee does. I'm wondering if
it's probably better to stick with what I already have fitted.
Any experience / advise greatly appreciated.
All the best.
Carl
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